Belivin99 Residence Chinatown

I loved this place so much, I almost don't want too many people to know about it! It's an old building, and I really appreciate how it perfectly balances a charming, classic atmosphere with cleanliness. In the kitchen, there was a retro bento box. At first, I thought it was just decoration, but the room guide suggested using it to buy side dishes at the market. That made me really want to come back for a longer stay and actually use it! Even if you don't go to the main street of Chinatown, there are several popular Thai-Chinese restaurants nearby. The station is close, and there are street food stalls, so walking around is never boring. Plus, there's a 7-Eleven and a Mini Big C right next door, which is incredibly convenient. There's no elevator, but when I checked in, they told me to just ask if I needed help with my luggage at check-in and check-out. A small heads-up: they sent instructions for self-check-in and asked me to contact them via WeChat. When I arrived at the accommodation, I found a WhatsApp contact, so if you use WhatsApp, it shouldn't be an issue. However, I did wonder what someone without either app would do.

The hotel is not far from Yaowarat (Chinatown), close to Wat Kanikaphon temple. There's a Big C Mini supermarket opposite the hotel and a 7-Eleven just across the street. You can walk to Wat Mangkon MRT station. There's a coffee shop on the ground floor of the hotel. There's no front desk or reception area; you contact the owner by phone. A foreign staff member will then bring the key and help with luggage. I didn't feel very safe as I was a woman staying alone. The door only locks with the doorknob, and there's no deadbolt from the inside. The door next to the bed behind the curtain is an old push-style door, tied with a rope 😓😫. You enter and exit through the coffee shop using a code when the coffee shop is closed. The room is cute and feels cozy like home. The bathroom is reasonably clean. In my room, the air conditioning wasn't cold, and I understood why they provided a fan. When I opened the fridge, there was free ice cream. But what I couldn't accept and felt really bad about was the water provided by the hotel; it was refilled into bottles. I didn't dare drink it because I wasn't sure about the cleanliness, whether the bottles were washed properly, or if someone had previously drunk from them with their lips touching the rim. I really hope they improve this.

The accommodation was very clean, and the owner and staff were lovely. I was very impressed and will definitely stay here again.

The quick email responses and flexible arrangements were really helpful. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming, which was lovely. Although we had to travel to reach the tourist spots, it wasn't too much of a hassle.

The room size is just right for 2 people. It's in Yaowarat (Chinatown), so it's easy to find food.