1. Location, location, location. Just like in real estate find out where you are going to be and what is available around you. Is the bus, train, highway near? Where are the shopping malls? How far is it to that temple you want to visit? Remember when reading through the hotel write-ups not every hotel is centrally located. Avoid Khaosan Road unless you like backpackers.
2. Dont be fooled by a name. Most of the hotels in Bangkok use the words Grand, Boutique, Royal, Luxury, Executive in the name of the hotel so just because you booked a room at the Royal Grand Executive Luxury Boutique Service Apartments doesnt mean the place will be royal, grand or any of the other words.
3. Ask your friends. If they have gone to Bangkok before, ask them where they stayed and get a recommendation. This doesnt mean you have to stay there but it should give you some ideas.
4. Shop around. The Internet is a wonderful place. Pop in the name of the hotel you want information on in Google, and you will see a myriad of info and a range of prices. Take good notes. Read actual reviews keeping in mind most people are more willing to write a negative report as...