Bangkok is probably one of the easiest places in the world in which to find good value, good quality backpacker and hostel style accommodation. For a little more than the average price you could find yourself in a guesthouse or a renting apartment with access to a cooling swimming pool after a hard day’s journeying to Thailand’s capital, though, if you don’t have your wits about you, you could also find yourself getting badly ripped off. It is recommended to book. So, whether you’re heading to the Thai capital for the wild and exotic night life, the beautiful nearby coastlines, the tremendous culture, the religious exploration or even just a long city break, it always pays to do a little research before stepping out of the front door. Read a few reports from previous travelers or talk to friends who’ve been before. Nothing can prepare you like a firsthand account of this staggering city.