Baan Boran Hostel Bangkok in Bangkok ★★  

Baan Boran, meaning the ancient home, is a perfect description for this intimate friendly boutique hostel which combines the charm of Bangkok's the old time with modern amenities; moreover, it is situated in Rattanakosin Island, historical and cultural quarters in the heart of Thailand's historic and architectural heritage. Baan Boran is two storeys of three buildings built with golden teak wood in Thai style which is located very close to the Grand Palace. To preserve the styles and the original house, the old structures of two main buildings are still in good condition. However, the third building that is nearby the two main houses was in a wrecking condition and had to be demolished some part. After that, it was reconstructed using condensed concrete and steel foundation. The part of new constructed building now has 10 fully furnished rooms which surround the original mansions.