If you’re tired of soulless big chain hotels, maybe an intimate B&B is more your cup of tea?
Nestled among skyscrapers in busy Sathorn, lies the very charming Baan Pra Nond. Originally the residence of a Supreme Court judge, the 70 year old Thai Colonial house is lovingly brought back to life by Tasma and Jason Cotsmire. The B&B with its yellow and green walls, is tastefully decorated with original teak wood furniture and sepia-tinted family photos. Even the switches in the main building are old school.
I stayed at Baan Pra Nond (BPN) for the second time when I spent the Chinese New Year in Bangkok recently. Like the first time, I enjoyed every moment there especially chatting with the affable owners Tasma and Jason. While there are no concierge and turndown service, BPN offers a homey ambience and personalized service that you can’t find at tourist or business hotels.
Thanks to its very central location (five minutes’ walk to Surasak BTS), Baan Pra Nond is a welcome retreat for weary travelers who want to get away from the maddening crowd, but still want to be near to all the action. I’m sure Khun Tasma’s grandfather would be really proud of what his granddaughter has done to his place – home sweet home in the Kingdom’s frenetic metropolis.
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