Riva Surya

This 68-room boutique hotel is just around the corner from Khao San Road (as well as the Grand Palace and Wat Phao). Snag a Premium Riva room and you get amazing views of the Chao Praya River from your own balcony—though truth be told it looks even better over a beer by the poolside. On-site restaurant Babble and Rum serves up a mix of Mediterranean and Thai food.