YAKS HOUSE HOSTEL, Bangkok

The hostel is situated on Arunamarin Road, near Siriraj Hospital. Central Plaza Pinklao is a 5-minute drive away, and Thonburi Train Market is 2 km from the property. The Temple of Dawn is 3 km away, and the Grand Palace is 5 km away. Don Mueang International Airport is 27 km away, or about a 30-minute taxi ride. The hostel offers a paid airport pickup service for 500 THB. Public transport includes bus lines and river boats; the nearest metro station is about a 30-minute walk, making a ride-sharing app useful for longer trips. Several restaurants, convenience stores, and a pharmacy are within walking distance.

Private rooms with a private bathroom include a 42-inch Smart TV; other room types have a shared bathroom. All bathrooms are stocked with towels, hairdryer, slippers, and free toiletries. Some rooms feature a kitchenette with a stovetop, microwave, toaster, and kitchenware. Dormitory rooms provide personal lockers, curtains, charging points, and reading lights. Rooms are generally compact, and road-facing units can be noisy due to traffic, especially near the lift. Soundproof walls are present, but single-glazed windows allow external noise. The air conditioning in some dormitory rooms is centrally turned off between 12:00 and 17:30, which can make the room warm during that period.

Breakfast is included in the room rate and is available from 7:30 AM, offering choices such as cooked-to-order eggs, toast, and a hot dish. The on-site coffee shop, Yaks Coffee, is open daily from 09:00-22:00 and provides a modern setting for meals, snacks, and drinks, including vegan options. There is also a snack bar and vending machines for drinks and snacks. A minimarket on site offers basic supplies. Several local restaurants and street food vendors are located just across the street.

The rooftop terrace on the fifth floor provides an outdoor seating area with city views. Free activities include walking tours, cooking classes, movie nights, and tour or class about local culture, offered on a rotating weekly basis. Additional charge activities include bicycle rental, bike tours, evening entertainment, and pub crawls. Board games and puzzles are available. There is no pool or spa on-site, but professional massage can be arranged to the room.

The 24-hour front desk can assist with tour bookings, including excursions to Ayutthaya and free Muay Thai tickets. A lift provides access to all floors. The shared kitchen is well-equipped with stovetops, microwaves, toasters, and an electric kettle. Laundry facilities include a washing machine and dryer; laundry service is available at an additional charge. Daily housekeeping is free. Luggage storage is free, allowing exploration after checkout. Security features include CCTV, smoke alarms, and 24-hour security. A business centre and a small meeting room (capacity 8 persons) are available for a fee. Wi-Fi is free and reported to be strong. Notes: no pets, no parking, and a designated smoking area is available.