Pinklao
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West-bank retail hub linking Phra Pinklao Bridge to Thammasat and the old town.
Pinklao is the Thonburi end of Bangkok's Phra Pinklao Bridge, directly across the Chao Phraya from the old town. Built around a big shopping mall and government offices, with Siriraj Hospital close by, it suits families, government workers and long-term renters who want west-bank prices and a quick hop to Rattanakosin.
Pinklao at a glance
Living in Pinklao
Most errands start at Central Pinklao, the mall that anchors the area, with supermarkets, cinemas, banks and restaurants. Around it are condos, office buildings and older Thonburi neighbourhoods with markets and street food. Weekdays are busy with commuters, hospital staff and civil servants, and traffic over the bridge backs up at rush hour. Weekends are quieter and family-oriented. Crossing the bridge by bus or on foot puts you near Thammasat University, Phra Arthit Road and the Khao San area for an evening out, while Siriraj, with its hospital and riverside lanes, is just to the south.
Renting in Pinklao
Housing mixes high-rise condos close to the mall and main road with older shophouses and townhouses in the sois behind. A one-bedroom typically rents for 10,000–22,000 THB a month, noticeably less than similar units on the Sukhumvit side. Units with river or old-town views sit toward the top of that range. Demand from hospital and government staff keeps the rental market steady, so good units do not stay empty long. Compare prices across the city in Bangkok rent prices by area.
- 1 bedroom
- ฿10k–฿22kTHB / mo
Typical furnished condo listings in Pinklao and neighbouring blocks, compiled by BKK Oracle editors from DDProperty, Hipflat and agent listings. Utilities are extra.
Getting around Pinklao
Bang Yi Khan station on the MRT Blue Line is about 700 metres from the centre of the area, with Bang Khun Non about 1.65 kilometres away and Sirindhorn about 1.75 kilometres. The Blue Line runs south via Tha Phra, then under the river to the old town and Chinatown, and north across the river toward Tao Poon. Buses cross the Phra Pinklao Bridge constantly, and the Chao Phraya Express boat stops at the pier beside the bridge.
- Bang Yi Khan · Blue Line700 m
- Bang Khun Non · Blue Line1650 m
- Sirindhorn · Blue Line1750 m
Who Pinklao suits
- Quick access to the old town without old-town prices
- Families who want a big mall and hospitals close by
- Long-term renters seeking quieter, more local west-bank living
- Bridge traffic jams at rush hour
- Limited nightlife on the Thonburi side
- Longer rides to Sukhumvit and Silom offices
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Read guidePinklao FAQs
Is Pinklao a good area to live in Bangkok?
Pinklao is a good fit for long-term living, families and government workers. It sits in Bangkok's budget rent tier, with one-bedroom condos typically at 10,000–22,000 THB a month. The nearest rail station is Bang Yi Khan on the Blue Line, about 700 m from the centre of the area.
How much is rent in Pinklao?
Typical furnished condo rents in Pinklao are one-bedrooms 10,000–22,000 THB a month. Electricity, water and internet usually add 2,500–5,000 THB a month, and most landlords ask for a two-month deposit plus the first month upfront.
What is the nearest BTS or MRT station to Pinklao?
Bang Yi Khan (Blue Line, about 700 m), Bang Khun Non (Blue Line, about 1650 m) and Sirindhorn (Blue Line, about 1750 m) are the closest rail stations to central Pinklao. Walking times depend on the soi you live on, so time the walk in the midday heat before signing a lease.
How do you get from Pinklao to Khao San Road?
It is close. Many people simply walk or take a bus across the Phra Pinklao Bridge, which lands near Phra Arthit Road and the Khao San area. The Chao Phraya Express boat from the pier by the bridge is another option, and a taxi or Grab takes only a few minutes outside rush hour.
Is Pinklao convenient for Siriraj Hospital?
Yes. Siriraj Hospital, one of Thailand's largest and oldest hospitals, sits on the riverbank just south of Pinklao, a short taxi, bus or motorbike taxi ride away. Many doctors, nurses and medical students rent in the area for that reason, which also keeps the local rental market steady.
What is Central Pinklao like?
It is a large, long-established shopping mall at the foot of the bridge with a department store, supermarket, cinema, restaurants and everyday services such as banks and phone shops. For residents it covers most daily needs, so many rarely need to cross the river just for shopping.