tpazzi Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 I might have to do an overnight transit on my way back to the US next month (6AM departure). Looks like between 6 and 9 hours, depending on which in-bound flight I decide to book. I tried to check out the transit facilities when I came thru Suvarnabhumi a couple of weeks ago but they wouldn't let me in the Transit Area without an onward boarding pass (understandably). Can anyone give me an idea on what to expect regarding availability of WiFi, food options/lounges, areas to stretch out or sleep, showers, etc.? thanks in advance, -tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paz Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 (edited) There is a transit Hotel airside, but it's expensive. http://www.dayrooms-ciplounges.com/index.php maybe better to book a regular room in the immediate vicinity. Edited August 9, 2014 by paz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jay Sata Posted August 10, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted August 10, 2014 (edited) There are plenty of hotels nearby at Lat Krabang. Around 10 minutes by taxi. You can get a decent room for around 800 baht and a good nights sleep. They all have wifi etc Edited August 10, 2014 by Jay Sata 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wpcoe Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Another recommendation for an airport area hotel. I've used Silver Gold Garden well over a dozen times and have always been satisfied. They have a free shuttle to/from the airport, as well. Probably takes less than ten minutes. I usually book through sawasdee.com and the rate is normally around THB700. There was another site I found with a THB500 rate for "day rate" for 12 (?) hours but that was only during daylight hours, and I can't recall the site name/URL right now. If you're flush with cash there's a Novotel hotel connected directly to the airport terminal via a tunnel in the lowest (train station) level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickirs Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 See also https://www.prioritypass.com/videos/airport-lounge-access-at-suvarnabhumi-international-airport-bangkok.cfm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asanee Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 spend a second more before posting and tell if you want the cheap-cheep budget or dont care too much about cost. LANDside there is-unpaid-nothing, except maybe, buddha willing, some free WiFi. Check the site for all that: sleepinginairports.org. 7 and Fam.mart as Always-open 24/365. Depending on airline and how you book, it may be possible to stay AIrside-for that you do not give the proper details.most people are willing to spend like 600-1000 THB and book some budgethotel with pickup, a 10-15 min ride along Lard krabang rd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpazzi Posted August 16, 2014 Author Share Posted August 16, 2014 spend a second more before posting and tell if you want the cheap-cheep budget or dont care too much about cost. LANDside there is-unpaid-nothing, except maybe, buddha willing, some free WiFi. Check the site for all that: sleepinginairports.org. 7 and Fam.mart as Always-open 24/365. Depending on airline and how you book, it may be possible to stay AIrside-for that you do not give the proper details. most people are willing to spend like 600-1000 THB and book some budgethotel with pickup, a 10-15 min ride along Lard krabang rd. Thanks, I was really only asking about what the Air side transit facilities are like. Not sure what exactly you are looking for in regards to "the proper details". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggt Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 I slept on the passenger seats provided by the airport...on one of the upper floors...along with about two dozen Japanese and Chinese...you should be in good company...many travelers opt to just wing it in the airport....saves time and money... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthernMan3 Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 There are plenty of hotels nearby at Lat Krabang. Around 10 minutes by taxi. You can get a decent room for around 800 baht and a good nights sleep. They all have wifi etc And if you adventurous I highly recommend a walk about around Sukhumvit. Check out the talent. Your call I mean you did say overnight......... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheKnave Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 spend a second more before posting and tell if you want the cheap-cheep budget or dont care too much about cost. LANDside there is-unpaid-nothing, except maybe, buddha willing, some free WiFi. Check the site for all that: sleepinginairports.org. 7 and Fam.mart as Always-open 24/365. Depending on airline and how you book, it may be possible to stay AIrside-for that you do not give the proper details. most people are willing to spend like 600-1000 THB and book some budgethotel with pickup, a 10-15 min ride along Lard krabang rd. Thanks, I was really only asking about what the Air side transit facilities are like. Not sure what exactly you are looking for in regards to "the proper details". What he is looking for is a chance to be insulting. He is just like that. Pay no attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOLDBUGGY Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 You should find a place to bed down there for the night quite easily. But next to a plug-in I am not so sure. I did hear they have free WIFI but I never tried it as I have my own that works great their to. Some smoking rooms closer to your gate. Since you are leaving so early (6 am) shops may not be open yet. Not sure if one stays open all night, but would not be surprised if there wasn't. I used to leave at midnight and already many shops were closed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alant Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 I think some of the lounges are 24hr. If you happen to be flying on a ticket that gives you access to the emirates lounge I think that is open but there are pay as you go options that may be open. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpazzi Posted August 17, 2014 Author Share Posted August 17, 2014 Thanks for the good info folks! I'll check with Delta (my airline) to see if they have a 24/7 lounge available. Or I may take SouthernMan's advice and go into Sukhumvit for one last night. I was originally worried about not being granted another visa exemption entry since I've have 13 of them over the past two & half years. Given the early post-Aug 12th reports, sounds like it isn't going to be as big a problem as some feared.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricardo Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 I slept on the passenger seats provided by the airport...on one of the upper floors...along with about two dozen Japanese and Chinese...you should be in good company...many travelers opt to just wing it in the airport....saves time and money... My son & I crashed in the seating-area, next to Burger King, for a night last summer. All part of the adventure of travelling ! There were quite a few other people, including some airport-workers, doing the same thing. The airport stays quite active throughout the night, it felt almost like the 'good old days' of real travel ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stargeezr Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 My Thai family and I went to the airport at midnight to leave on a 8 AM departure. Everyone but me managed to sleep about 5 or 6 hours, and I will never do that again. It is much smarter to get a room at one of the near by Hotels and take their shuttle in the morning at 5:30. Hopefully I can find a better flight schedule for my next trip to Thailand and back home. Stargeezer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Sata Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 My Thai family and I went to the airport at midnight to leave on a 8 AM departure. Everyone but me managed to sleep about 5 or 6 hours, and I will never do that again. It is much smarter to get a room at one of the near by Hotels and take their shuttle in the morning at 5:30. Hopefully I can find a better flight schedule for my next trip to Thailand and back home. Stargeezer An 8.00 am departure is one of my favourites as it allows for a good nights sleep in a nearby hotel. For the sake of saving a thousand baht the red eye experience you suffered is not worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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