Tips For Finding Suitable Short-Term Rentals In Bangkok
While there are plenty of short-term rental properties available in Thailand, finding one that suits you is fair easier said than done. In this article, we’re going to share some quick and easy tips for finding suitable short-term rentals that meet your requirements.
Start looking as far in advance as possible
The first and best piece of advice we can offer is to start planning your trip in advance. While some people prefer to arrive in Thailand and make things up as they go along, if you want to eliminate the risk of struggling to find short-term accommodation, you should look for, and book something in advance.
For example, if you are planning to visit an amazing holiday destination like Bangkok in 2023, allow yourself some time to plan and arrange accommodation. That way, you can simply turn up without having to worry about searching when you arrive.
Join relevant social media groups
There are many expat and property related groups on social media platforms such as Facebook that can make life easier when tracking down suitable accommodation. You can share the details of when you plan to arrive and find a landlord with suitable property for you to reserve in advance.
You may also be able to get advice from other expats on which accommodation / areas to avoid.
Consider using sites like Airbnb
Websites like Airbnb are typically better suited to short-term rentals. It can also be a very effective tool for finding unique short-term rentals that you may otherwise struggle to find.
Explore homestays as an option
In Thailand there are many opportunities to rent a room in a homestay. This will effectively allow you to remain short-term with a family in Thailand, get to know them, learn more about the culture, share food with them, and so on.
There are many different options. Some will encourage you to take part in the community, while others will allow you to enjoy your privacy.
Contact hotels
Particularly in quiet periods, many hotels will offer the option to rent a room over a short-term period with attractive saving potential. That way, you can stay in a serviced apartment without having to commit to a contract or place a security deposit.
The prices will typically be higher than a normal rental apartment, however, you do get a number of benefits on top – specifically the lack of paperwork.
Flat-share
It’s not ideal, however, you may be able to find some short-term rentals by reaching out to expats already living in Bangkok. For example, you can join some of the expat groups as mentioned above and see if there is anyone with a spare bedroom or apartment that they are willing to rent out on a temporary basis. If you don’t ask, you don’t get it!
Contact a real estate agent
In most cases, real estate agencies are more interested in working with people who are looking for long-term rentals. However, that’s not to say that they definitely won’t have any short-term potential. It’s always worth exploring the various real estate websites online to see what you can find. For example, most of the condos to rent at The Esse at Singha Complex are long-term, however, you may find one or two landlords who are open to short-stay if you are lucky.
Consider hostels
If you don’t mind sharing with other travellers and you aren’t too fussed about having your own privacy, there are plenty of excellent hostels available throughout Thailand – many of which do offer private rooms if you would prefer your own space.
Always be up-front about how long you plan to say
Always be honest and up-front about how long you plan to stay. For example, if you are only looking to stay in Thailand for 2-months, don’t go signing up for a 12-month contract. It’s bad practice and rarely ends well.
Conclusion
Again, there are plenty of short-term rental opportunities available; the key is to start looking as far in advance as possible.
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