In the heart of Bangkok, Focal Local Bed and Breakfast offers a serene retreat with a tranquil garden and relaxing terrace. Connect to WiFi, indulge in cooked-to-order breakfast or unwind at the hair salon - all while being supported by helpful staff.
289 Soi Charoennakorn 28, Banglumphu Lang , Klongsarn, Bangkok, 10600
What's nearby
Sena Fest - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Chao Praya River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
ICONSIAM - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Bangrak Market - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Wongwian Yai Market - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Don Mueang Intl. Airport (DMK) - 46 min drive
Suvarnabhumi Intl. Airport (BKK) - 49 min drive
Wongwian Yai Station - 4 min drive
Bangkok Talat Phlu Station - 5 min drive
Bangkok Wat Sai Station - 9 min drive
Krung Thon Buri BTS Station - 12 min walk
Charoen Nakhon Station - 13 min walk
Saphan Taksin BTS Station - 14 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
ก๋วยเตี๋ยวเย็นตาโฟ เจ๊จู - 2 min walk
ยีเล่อฝู - 3 min walk
ร้านธงฟ้า (Thong Far) - 2 min walk
เฮงหอยทอด กระทะยักษ์ - 2 min walk
ข้าวต้มปลา ท่าฉลอม - 1 min walk
About this property
Focal Local Bed and Breakfast
Focal Local Bed and Breakfast puts you just a 5-minute drive from ICONSIAM and Chao Praya River. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Krung Thon Buri BTS Station is 12 minutes and Charoen Nakhon Station is 13 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Mobile key entry
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately THB 200 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of THB 900 per vehicle (one way)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Focal Local Bed and Breakfast offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Focal Local Bed and Breakfast does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Focal Local Bed and Breakfast?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Focal Local Bed and Breakfast?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Focal Local Bed and Breakfast.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Focal Local Bed and Breakfast?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is THB 900 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Focal Local Bed and Breakfast?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Focal Local Bed and Breakfast and nearby?
Focal Local Bed and Breakfast has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Focal Local Bed and Breakfast?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Focal Local Bed and Breakfast like?
Focal Local Bed and Breakfast is in Bangkok Riverside, a short 13-minute walk from ICONSIAM.
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Reviews
Reviews
10
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Cleanliness
9.2
Location
10
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, varied, and plentiful with many options to cater to different tastes. (16 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2026
The room was spotless and the staff is super friendly!
Khaled Nagui
Khaled Nagui, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2026
The best in house breakfast I have ever had! Fried shrimp rice is a must try
Xiaoyan
Xiaoyan, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2026
The Focal Local was my refuge amidst the chaos of Bangkok. Spotless and quiet room, smiling staff, secure and unique. I was happy to return there each evening and plan to stay there should I return to Bangkok. Phun the receptionist was SO nice, w great Englisha and local reccomendations.
Eric David
Eric David, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2025
Beautiful breakfast and a nice local neighborhood. Restaurants and hidden coffee shops are great. I definitely want to come back.
Omi
Omi, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 12, 2025
The staff was great, but the beds are super hard. Breakfast doesn't start until 7, and we had to leave at 6, so we missed it n.
Cristine and Indigo Gatto
Cristine and Indigo Gatto, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Cute, comfy, clean, and quiet
I had a nice stay here. It's a cute place. The room was clean, comfortable, and nice and quiet. The staff is friendly and very helpful. The ride to the ferry pier was a nice touch.
Breakfast was yummy.
lynn
lynn, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2025
Small B&B in a neighborhood in Bangkok but staff does goes above and beyond. Super clean, friendly staff, good set breakfast, and staff willing to do anything they can to help you. Only minor issue is you can hear everything from the streets in the bedroom.
Alex
Alex, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2023
Amazing services! Great and fresh breakfast every morning! Cute little place to stay for short trips and easy to take local transportation
Pulkit
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Great little hidden gem
Excellent stay at Focal Local. The staff was very friendly and helpful with suggestions. Good location in a quiet neighborhood but close to the major tourist sites. Easy to get a taxi. Great breakfast served every morning. It’s a little slice of tranquility in a very chaotic city!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Hidden Gem; highly recommend
My family enjoyed this hotel! The breakfast was super delicious and there were many options to cater to anyone’s liking. The staff were friendly, courteous and helpful. They offered free “tut-tut” ride to a nearby park and ferry. Highly recommend this hidden gem!
Yuanyuan
Yuanyuan, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2024
I have confess I was forced to give 5 stars because I had no other option. This B&B deserves more than 5 stars!!! By far the best I’ve ever stayed. Fantastic room, above par service, amazing breakfast, extremely reasonable. Friendliest staff. Definitely will return.
Nicolas
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Hidden Gem; highly recommend
My family enjoyed this hotel! The breakfast was super delicious and there were many options to cater to anyone’s liking. The staff were friendly, courteous and helpful. They offered free “tut-tut” ride to a nearby park and ferry. Highly recommend this hidden gem! If you are on the fence give them a try, you won’t be disappointed. It’s the best overall choice for our trip to Asia :)
Yuanyuan
Yuanyuan, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
A great place to stay!
The room was spacious and clean. The bathroom was large and the shower water pressure was strong. The Thai breakfast was delicious and varied. The location was convenient as it was nearby many restaurants and massage parlours, and the complimentary TukTuk rides to the nearby train station/pier was a nice bonus. Street noise can be heard from the room like other reviews stated, but it wasn’t bothersome to me. I do wish there was a way to heat up food on the property, but I also didn’t ask the staff about it on time.
The staff really elevated the experience as they were all friendly and ready to assist with a smile on their face. They were quick to accommodate another guest’s dietary preferences by substituting ingredients for their Thai breakfast, and they even offered to prepare a packed meal when they heard that the same guest would be leaving early in the morning. They also left a basket outside my room filled with extra water bottles, toilet paper, and coffee/tea when I placed the Do Not Disturb sign on the door.
If I ever get the chance to visit Bangkok again, I would love to stay here a second time!
Joanna
Joanna, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
I can't say enough good things about this place. It was exactly what I was hoping it would be! Amazing location close enough to everything to be convenient, but in a sweet neighborhood. There's an amazing vegan restaurant within walking distance which was a big plus. I loved the free tuk-tuk service to the station or pier. And the hotel had a really helpful map and suggestions of things close by. The room was quite large and had everything I could have wanted. And the people were the sweetest! I wish I'd found this place my first trip to Bangkok! I will come back again and again. One of Bangkok's best kept secrets!
Kristen
Kristen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2023
Bed and breakfast worth 5 stars
Our first trip to Asia, and this was our first place to sleep. The breakfast was superb! Eat the thai breakfast, not the western. It tastes so good. We were welcomed by the friendliest staff. They took great care of us. It felt like we were on a 5 star hotel. Never been to one, but we loved it. It was outside the main things in Bangkok, but it is just a little tuk tuk ride away. And then we got the pleasure to eat very good food for a very good price, and everyone is nice and welcoming in the area. We will come back next time we are in Bangkok!
Laila
Laila, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2024
Nostagic Bed and Breakfast with history
Focal Local is located in an authentic old Bangkok 'alley/street' and has been refurbished with 'antique' style and reverence to historic modes of decoration. The walls to the patios are painted in vivacious Thai-colours that radiate light. Breakfast, (western or thai), is ample, well presented and delicious. The omelette chef is wonderful! An additional delight is the Grandmother's house, open at weekends. For anyone who loves vintage and nostalgia, one can step in to 1930s style, sit down, and savour an assortment of teas, and thai cakes. I was prepared a splendid display, with special touches, that eshewed elegance and taste. There are savoury options too. The ambience is a treat. You are living in those moments, 1930s style. Do go. Finally, to mention, that, the family offer you a complementary 5 minute ride in a tuk tuk to arrive at the BTS station in the morning when you step out to explore. From there you have access to the entire BTS network, and the free river crossing from Icon Siam to Saphan Thaksin. The latter is the Oriental hotel side of the Chao Praya river. I feel that the only location to stay is in old Bangkok, as each year I go, I see something devoured by a glitzy skyscraper, meticulously constructed to appear as though it could fall down. By the river, you see the canals and you see lives still lived alongside water. Your whole experience is nourishment. Indeed an education! Go stay at Focal Local and experience 'the real' with Karan and his family.
Deborah
Deborah, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2025
Room is very clean, staffs very friendly and foods were fantastic!!
JAI
JAI, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2023
Excellent Service & Nice Place
As with the other reviewers, I received great service. The laundry and tuktuk services were unexpected perks that made the stay quite relaxing. Cute place, nice breakfast, friendly people.
Silas
Silas, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2023
This is truly a magical place. The property is pristine and the manager and all of the staff are exceptionally kind and helpful! Not to mention the breakfast is so delicious every morning. They truly go above and beyond and I would recommend this place to anyone!
Brooke
Brooke, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2023
Great stay
My 2-day stay was amazing. The staff were completely helpful and nice. The room was perfect. I will come back here again. Walking distance to iconsiam
Sophia
Sophia, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2024
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GREG
GREG, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2018
Spotless and awesome staff
I would highly recommend Focal Local to anyone who is looking for a real Thai experience. This is a family run business and they make sure to please and support you in every possible way. Breakfast is awesome, the rooms are very big, comfortable and spotless. They even offer a free tuk tuk to take us to the pier or to the skytrain station.
I stayed with them twice and will definitely stay there again when in Bkk again!
Lais B R
Lais B R, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2023
A Great Stay
We thoroughly enjoyed this Thai hotel. It is a bit out of the way, so is relatively quite. It is very clean and the breakfast was delicious and the service great. The manager at the hotel is the best. He is there to help you with anything you need. Truly a great experience. It is easy to get a tuk tuk or other transportation when you need it.
Richard m.
Richard m., 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2022
Very nice stay
Nice and clean small hotel, with very helpful staff. From arranging transportation, to laundry, to other useful information and tips, they were always available to immediately help. Reception closes at 7pm, but they stay next door, so it's easy to reach them later in the evening as well. The Thai breakfast offered was delicious and different each of the four days I stayed. Not sure about the other (Western) breakfast, as I was interested in the Thai one while in Thailand.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2023
We were comfortable here. You can choose between Thai and American style breakfast. They were very attentive to our clothes washing and room cleaning service. There is also a shuttle service to the nearest train station, which is extremely helpful. Most importantly, the staff was warm and involved. The male staff members were always smiling and involved. We loved him. We were comfortable and happy. Thank you very much!