I've spent a bit of time mostly in the gulf islands about a decade ago, and haven't been back to Thailand since. I'll be coming for an extended stay (probably 5 months) and want to "dip my toes" back into the country with a month or two in Bangkok.

Having done my own research of the kinds of events (not "events" 😅) and other lifestyle factors, I've narrowed it down to either Phrom Phong or Asok areas, and I'm looking for a place close to the metro line as I'm not sure I trust myself with scootering in BKK streets and not sure if I'll get a car. For that reason I'm leaning a bit more towards Asok (second metro line), though am concerned it's going to be busier/louder not in a good way (don't know).

My main question here is whether there's much of a difference living between these two areas, as they are quite close together. Any insight/opinion/experience would be really appreciated.

Also as a side question, I'm going to be going Airbnb for my first accommodation, but wondering if there's another trustworthy place to find good accommodations while still abroad - like a marketplace just with better value-for-money offerings on the short term scale? Looking for around the 35-45k/mo range.

Edited 50 minutes ago50 min by Direction

IMO, the biggest difference is that Asok is at the intersection of the MRT and BTS so you won't have to hop on the BTS for one stop if you want to get on the MRT. Not a big deal unless you do it several times a day. Then, it becomes a PITA.

And, of course, Asoke has Soi Cowboy if that's what floats your boat.

Otherwise, you won't notice a difference. Choose the apartment/condo complex that you like.

Edited 14 minutes ago14 min by impulse