Bangkok
If you are attending RubyConf TH on December 9th-10th here’s your lowdown on the conference venue, transportation, hotels, nearby nightlife and things to do around the city. This list has been updated for the 2022 event!
Updated 5 months ago
Editor's PickRuby Conference Thailand recommends places that the Ruby community can check out during their time off from the conference.
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This 5* hotel is the conference venue for Friday and Saturday talks. If you'd like to stay at the hotel, we have a great discounted rate available for attendees.
8/2 Rangnam Road, Thanon-Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, Thailand
8-2 ถนน รางน้ำ แขวง ถนนพญาไท เขตราชเทวี กรุงเทพมหานคร
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This polished 5* hotel is conveniently located near Phaya Thai and promises true Thai hospitality. Rooms from around $80-90 night if booked in advance.
477 Si Ayuthaya Road, Thanon Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, Thailand
477 ถ. ศรีอยุธยา แขวง ถนนพญาไท เขตราชเทวี กรุงเทพมหานคร
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Another good value option hostel, there are shared dorms as well as a garden and lounge to enjoy. Free American breakfast daily.
440/21-22, Soi Ratchawithi 3, Ratchawithi Road, Rajthewee, Bangkok, Thailand
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A mid-range 3 star hotel adjacent to the conference venue. Some rooms are a little dated but it offers excellent value for money.
45 Soi Si Ayutthaya 12, Khwaeng Thanon Phaya Thai, Khet Ratchathewi, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10400, Thailand
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A popular hostel 8 minutes walk from the Pullman. Owner Jimmy makes everyone feel welcome, and reviews rave about the comfortable beds! They have shared dorms as well as private rooms.
116, 29-33 Thanon Rang Nam, Khwaeng Thanon Phaya Thai, Khet Ratchathewi, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10400, Thailand
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If you're arriving at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport, you can take the Airport Rail Link express train straigh to Phaya Thai station, from where there's a connection to the BTS Skytrain for reaching other parts of the city.
Thanon Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, Thailand
แขวง ถนนพญาไท เขตราชเทวี กรุงเทพมหานคร
This obelisk commemorates the Thai victory in the Franco-Thai War and is a major landmark of the city, as well as a transportation hub!
Between Din Daeng, Phahonyothin, Phayathai and Ratchawithi Roads, Bangkok, Thailand
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An oasis in the city, this park is just a few minutes walk from the conference venue with a jogging trail and water features. Take a break from the frenetic city!
Between Ratchawithi Road and Rang Nam Road, Ratchathewi District, Bangkok, Thailand
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A short walk from the Pullman hotel, this palace and museum showcases many traditional Thai teak houses and artworks.
352 Thanon Si Ayutthaya, Khwaeng Thanon Phaya Thai, Khet Ratchathewi, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10400, Thailand
3Bangkok Heritage is a popular place for lunch during the day serving great value Thai food and drinks.
2 Phayathai Rd, Khwaeng Thung Phaya Thai, Khet Ratchathewi, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10400, Thailand
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Another great jazz venue nearby, Saxophone pub has been playing live jazz and blues since 1987. Open until 2AM nightly.
3/8 Phayathai Road, Victory Monument, Bangkok, Thailand
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Formerly Were Bean Coffee, this is a popular coffee shop around the corner from Victory Monument station. Usually full of student studying for a deadline! Good prices for coffee and pastries.
33 Phayathai Road, Khwaeng Thanon Phaya Thai, Bangkok, Thailand
33 ถนน พญาไท แขวง ถนนพญาไท เขตราชเทวี กรุงเทพมหานคร
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This coworking cafe located in the Pullman Bangkok King Power serves tasty breakfasts starting from 8am if you need a pick-me-up before a long day of Ruby talks!
Pullman Bangkok King Power, 8/2 Rangnam Road, Thanon-Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, Thailand
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Small and quiet cafe has great quality coffee and sandwiches. Good place to fuel up for the day, opens 7.30am.
36 Soi Rang Nam, Bangkok, Thailand
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At King Power Rangnam this food court has a great range of Thai foods from all around the country, from classics like Pad Thai to Issan and Southern cuisine.
Third Floor King Power Rangnam, 487/1 Rang Nam Road, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, Thailand
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Fancy a splurge? This Japanese fine dining restaurant with a French twist by Tokyo head chef Yohei Okita has been named one of the best restaurants in the city since opening last year at the Pullman Bangkok King Power.
Level 2 Pullman Bangkok King Power, 8/2 Rangnam Road, Thanon-Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, Thailand
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Clean and reliable massage & spa with friendly staff, just around the corner from the conference venue.
3/1 Rangnam Road, Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, Thailand
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Popular Chinese restaurant at the Sukosol hotel serves excellent Dim Sum. There's a great all-you-can eat dim sum brunch at weekends.
The Sukosol Bangkok, 477 Si Ayuthaya Road, Thanon Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, Thailand
477 ถ. ศรีอยุธยา แขวง ถนนพญาไท เขตราชเทวี กรุงเทพมหานคร
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This place specialises somtum (green papaya salad) and other Issan food. Usually packed until midnight with Thais, so they must be doing something right!
362/7 Soi Phetchaburi, Phetchaburi Road, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, Thailand
362/7 ซอย ระหว่าง ถนน เพชรบุรี แขวง ถนนเพชรบุรี เขตราชเทวี กรุงเทพมหานคร
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Chatuchak Weekend Market is a vast complex of market stalls selling everything from plants to art to handicrafts, which runs every weekend. Easily accessible by taking the BTS to the last stop at Mo Chit.
Bangkok, Thailand
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You're in Bangkok, better see a few temples right? The Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) is home to the aforementioned enormous reclining Buddha, which has to be seen to be believed! Nearby is the Grand Palace. While you can take a taxi, the most fun way to get to the temples is via the Chao Phraya Express Boat.
2 Sanamchai Road, Grand Palace, Pranakorn District, Bangkok, Thailand
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Glorious sunsets, glistening temples, and warm smiles are just among the many things that make Thailand golden
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