Makkasan
Bangkok
Popular places to visit
Khaosan Road
This “anything goes” street is a hot spot for budget travelers who want to buy cheap clothes and souvenirs, people-watch or party all night.
Pratunam Market
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Pratunam Market, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and temples in this vibrant area.
Terminal 21 Shopping Mall
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Terminal 21 Shopping Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Visit the temples and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Siam Paragon Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Siam Paragon Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
MBK Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to MBK Center, a popular shopping spot in Bangkok. Visit the notable monuments and temples in this vibrant area.
CentralWorld
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit CentralWorld, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining & Observation Deck – Bangkok’s Iconic Experience
White Orchid Dinner Cruise – A Night of Food and Live Entertainment
Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak, Train Market & Mahanakhon Day Trip
The Old Siam: Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Railway Market
Bangkok Canal Tour: 2-Hour Longtail Boat Ride
Bangkok: Michelin Guide Street Food Tour by Tuk Tuk
Top hotels in Makkasan
The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam
Location
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Centara Watergate Pavilion Hotel Bangkok
Our stay was pure satisfaction & contentment. The only one lacking in your hotel is a restaurant that caters to international customers.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Asia Hotel Bangkok
Room was nice, cleaning staff excellent but the amenities were lacking for a 4 star rated hotel. No toiletries provided such as toothbrush, toothpaste, qtips etc. Only thing provided was a showercap and small vials of shampoo and bodywash that is used up in two showers by two people. Also no water ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55
Súper clean, comfortable and welcoming
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel
Super nice hotel along the riverside with complimentary boat shuttle to many attractions. The junior suite was lovely and large and oh so comfortable. Loved the soaking tub and little extras provided by the hotel staff. Great hotel restaurants & dining options with fantastic menus and high quality ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Solitaire Bangkok Sukhumvit 11
Staff is exceptionally nice. Hotel operations are great too. The bed was massive, like a California King, and was super comfortable, loved it. There were a few annoyances though. The gym is very, very average & they have a steam room (not a sauna) that didn’t work. The room itself was 3.5/5 clean ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Makkasan
Nana
Visitors to Nana love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Nana Square and Sukhumvit Road. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Nana BTS Station.
Ploenchit
Ploenchit is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Central Embassy and Central Chidlom Department Store. See more of Bangkok by jumping on the metro at Ploenchit BTS Station or Chit Lom BTS Station.
Ratchaprasong
Visitors to Ratchaprasong love its popular shops, and you can check out Erawan Shrine and Gaysorn Plaza. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Chit Lom BTS Station.
Chidlom
Chidlom is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Central Chidlom Department Store and Erawan Shrine, and you can get around town on the metro at Chit Lom BTS Station.
Pratunam
Travellers love Pratunam for its popular shops, and you can see more of Bangkok by jumping on the metro at Victory Monument BTS Station or Phaya Thai Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pratunam Market and Victory Monument.
Asoke
Asoke is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Terminal 21 Shopping Mall and EmQuartier, and you can get around town on the metro at Sukhumvit Station.
