Book & Buy

As part of our objective to give you all the information you need to plan a trip to Thailand, we've rounded up the best names in online travel products and services. All our advertisers have been selected for their relevance to those who travel, at least in their imaginations. When you purchase items from these sites, you're helping to keep this site alive and growing.

If you're planning a trip online, you might want to read our article on e-travel in Thailand for tips on 'paperless' (more or less) travel.

Thailand Hotels & Accommodation

Our hotel booking sites specialize in Asia's most popular 2-star to 5-star hotels and resorts, and offer the guaranteed lowest rates for advance hotel room reservations. We've selected the hotels we think worth considering for each of the major tourist destination in Thailand. Select from the links below to see our selections, or, you can see a comprehensive list of all hotels that can be booked through one or more of our partners.

Bangkok Hotel Recommendations

Our list of the hotels you'll want to consider for your stay in Bangkok.

Chiang Mai Hotels

The best places to stay in Chiang Mai.

Chiang Rai Hotels

Places to stay in Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle area.

Pattaya Hotels

There aren't many choices on the web for hotels in Pattaya. Here are few of the ones we recommend.

Phuket Hotels and Resorts

Our pick of the best places to stay on the big island.

Samui Recommendations

A selected list of bungalows and resorts on the island paradise of Samui.

You may also want to have a look at our hotel chain links page for links to some of the major chains with properties around Asia.

Serviced & Self-Catered Apartments

With most hotels in Southeast Asia limited to a maximum of three guests per room, serviced apartments are a great option for families. You can often get a two-room apartment for the same or less than two four-star hotel rooms, without worrying about getting adjoining rooms. Our partner Move and Stay offers a variety of serviced and self-catering apartments for those staying in one place for more than a couple of nights, or those looking with needs that are not catered for in the big hotels.
 

Tours

Full day and half-day tours to many of the most popular sights throughout Asia can be booked through our affiliate Viator. By booking in advance through Viator, you'll be sure to get the tours you want, and you won't be suprised at the cost.
 

 

Travel insurance: simple & flexible

You can buy, extend and claim online even after you've left home. Recommended by Lonely Planet, World Nomads travel insurance is available to people from over 150 countries and is designed for adventurous travellers with cover for overseas medical, evacuation, baggage and activities such as skiing and snowboarding.