Boom inn

The rooms at Boom inn have air conditioning, towels, toiletries and slippers, and they sleep between two and four guests. Beds range from a king bed to queen and single set-ups, and views look either over the countryside or onto the street, depending on the room you choose.

Free Wi-Fi reaches all rooms, and several rooms have a shared bathroom with a shower and bathrobes. Some rooms offer a choice of bed set-ups, and a fan and soundproofing are fitted in some of the rooms, so comfort varies a little from room to room, with air conditioning as the common thread across the rooms that list it.

Boom inn offers free parking nearby, bicycle parking and luggage storage, and guests can use express check-in and check-out. The property is smoke-free, and daily housekeeping is provided, so the rooms are cleaned during a stay. Luggage storage is offered to guests, and the parking nearby is free of charge for those who come by car.

There is a badminton court on site and a kitchen for guests, who can prepare their own meals. 24-hour security is in place, and guests can communicate in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. Soundproof rooms are offered at the property, and internet access is available for guests who want to stay connected during their trip.

Boom inn is on Kanchanaphisek Road, the ring road that circles Bangkok, in Bang Yai district of Nonthaburi province. The setting is suburban, with local streets, markets and temples rather than the high-rise bustle of central Bangkok, which lies to the south. Life here runs at a local pace, with small shops, food stalls and residential streets, and the city's older neighbourhoods are a short trip away for those who want to explore on a day out.

Within a short distance are Wat Khong Kha, a pagoda 1.1 km away, and Sam Yaek Bang Yai MRT Station, 3.9 km away, which connects the area to the metro network. Wat Prasat Nonthaburi, 4.6 km away, is one of the notable temples of the province, and Koh Kret, 10.5 km away, is a river island known for its Mon pottery. Shopping and everyday errands are covered by Central Plaza Westgate, a large shopping centre in the neighbourhood, so most needs can be met without travelling far.

A good day could start at the Wat Takien floating market, 2.1 km away, and then continue to Wat Prasat Nonthaburi and on to Koh Kret. Taking the time to walk along the temple grounds and browse the local markets makes the most of a stay here, and the Central Plaza Westgate shopping centre is a convenient place to finish the day with a meal or a stroll before returning to the guesthouse.