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Should I arrange accommodation in advance before arriving in Bangkok?
When I fly into Bangkok should I arrange a place to stay in advance or will it be okay to find somewhere to when I arrive? Something not to expensive but in a safe area. Any suggestions? Thanks
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It is advisable to arrange your accommodation in advance before arriving in Bangkok. Having proof of your accommodation is a requirement for entering Thailand as a tourist, which may be checked by immigration authorities. Several commenters suggest booking your first few nights through platforms like Agoda or Booking.com to ensure you have a confirmed place to stay and to satisfy immigration requirements. This approach allows you to get settled and then explore or find a different place later.
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Mick *********
I’d book at least for the first few nights then maybe move somewhere else. Depends how long your staying and on what area.
Dave ********
“Safe area” ??? It’s not a war zone
Gary *********
Why leave finding a hotel up to chance and to the last moment???
There are many booking sites on the internet.
There are many booking sites on the internet.
Paul *********
Beach
Robert ********
I tend to book a place for the night somewhere near a station on the airport link, get my bearings and then go from there.
Peter *******
Book a hotel to go straight to then sort your shit out after that. Depending where you’re flying from, it’s nice to have a shower and a bed waiting.
Richard ********
Yes def do that.
Barry ******
Book first couple days on Agoda or Booking.com so you have info & Confirmation for TDAC and then find new places
AmazingCate***********
Book without paying on an app like agoda or booking
Brandon ************
Proof of accomodations is a requirement to enter Thailand as a tourist. If immigration asks you for proof of where you're staying, and you cannot provide it, they can deny entry.
Your TDAC will also require you to enter where you're staying when you first arrive and you must submit that before you arrive
Your TDAC will also require you to enter where you're staying when you first arrive and you must submit that before you arrive
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