Leelawadee Resotel Raminthra 23 — A Calm Urban Retreat in Bang Khen at an Honest Price
If you picture a resort and instinctively think of the sea or mountains, this one asks you to rethink. Leelawadee Resotel Raminthra 23 tucks itself into a quiet dead-end lane off Soi Raminthra 23 in Bang Khen — a pocket of calm that feels far removed from Bangkok's traffic noise, yet puts you within walking distance of the Pink Line BTS at Lat Phrao station (around 470 metres). Twenty-four rooms, free parking, complimentary bicycles for guests, and a private balcony on every room. Rates start from approximately ฿700–฿1,200 per night — the kind of value that circulates quietly among people who know this part of northern Bangkok well.
Leelawadee Resotel is a small Thai hotel group with several Bangkok properties. The Raminthra 23 branch sits deep inside a lane that buffers it from the traffic on the main Raminthra Road — and that positioning is the point. What guest reviews note first is the quiet: the kind of stillness where you hear birds in the morning rather than truck engines. The cleanliness score of 8.7 on Trip.com (noticeably higher than the property's overall 7.8) tells you the rooms are genuinely well-kept — not merely described as clean.
The 24 rooms divide between Superior Twin and Superior Queen configurations, each measuring around 22.5 square metres. Every room comes with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, electric kettle, a private en-suite bathroom with shower, free Wi-Fi, and a private balcony — the outdoor space is one of the most frequently praised features in reviews, and it's what earns the resort framing rather than just "budget hotel." Some rooms also have a larger terrace, worth requesting if you plan to spend quiet mornings outside.
"Beautiful and clean, peaceful. Not far from the BTS at all — about 250 metres — and a 7-Eleven is 100 metres away. Excellent value."
Bang Khen's Raminthra corridor is consistently underrated by tourists but genuinely useful for those who know it. Pink Line BTS Lat Phrao station is approximately 470 metres away — around 5 to 7 minutes on foot — giving you a direct connection to the MRT interchange at Ratchadaphisek and onward to the Sukhumvit/Asok business core. Don Mueang Airport (DMK) is 10.5 km away, roughly 20–25 minutes by taxi or Grab. Wat Phra Sri Mahathat, the striking pagoda-memorial complex, is about 5 minutes by car. Central Ramintra and Krirk University are within easy reach, as is Ying Charoen Market at Saphan Mai.
Two amenities stand out above the price point: free bicycles for guests and a shared terrace lounge. The bikes are useful for exploring the lanes around Raminthra 23 — the neighbourhood has a residential character that rewards slow exploration at pedal speed, especially in the cooler morning hours. Free on-site parking adds to the appeal for guests arriving by car from the expressway or from Don Mueang.
Honesty requires noting a few things reviews surface: the location is a double-edged sword. The quiet lane that makes the property peaceful is also a lane that puts you further from conveniences. Getting to restaurants, shops, or the main road requires a short walk or ride rather than stepping straight out. Staff communication in English has limits — multiple reviews note this, though it's more an inconvenience than a barrier given that translation apps handle most situations. And one or two reviews mention a faint odour in the lobby area, worth checking in current reviews before booking.
For a starting rate of approximately ฿700–฿1,200 per night — which buys a clean private-balcony room with free parking and free bikes in Bangkok's northern corridor — Leelawadee Resotel Raminthra 23 sits in a distinct niche. It suits travellers who actively want the quiet rather than tolerating it, who are comfortable navigating a residential area, and who'll use the BTS as their primary route into the city. It's less suited to guests who want dining, a pool, or shopping within a two-minute walk.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ Rooms are clean and well-maintained — cleanliness score well above the hotel average
- ✓ Private balcony on every room, unusual at this price point
- ✓ Free on-site parking and free bicycles for guests
- ✓ 24-hour front desk, secure and peaceful environment
- ! Location is at the end of a quiet lane — restaurants and shops require a short walk or bike ride
- ! Staff English is limited; translation apps recommended for non-Thai speakers
- ! Small property (24 rooms) — book ahead for weekends and public holidays
- ✓ Good value for money: clean rooms with balcony, free parking and bikes in this price range
- ✓ Peaceful atmosphere suited to travellers wanting rest rather than nightlife
- ✓ Free bicycles and parking add tangible convenience over comparable budget hotels
- ! Location score below 7 — being tucked into a lane means more planning around transport and meals
- ! Some reviews mention an unpleasant odour in the lobby area — check recent reviews before booking
- ! Limited food and shopping options within walking distance of the property
- 💡If you need restaurants, cafes or a convenience store at your doorstep — the end-of-lane setting means a short bike or walk to get there. A 7-Eleven is 100 metres away, but sit-down dining requires a bit more effort. Consider Petchsiri or Gems Park if immediate street-level access matters more.
- 💡If you don't speak Thai and rely heavily on hotel staff for help — English communication at the front desk is limited. Come prepared with a translation app and confirm key details (early check-in, requests) via the OTA booking platform in advance.
- 💡If you need a pool, on-site restaurant, or resort-scale facilities — this is a 24-room property focused on clean rooms and a calm setting. There is no pool and no in-house dining. It works for travellers who eat out; less so for those who want everything on-property.