Hotel Amber Sukhumvit 85 — A 3-Star That Punches Above Its Price Pool, Breakfast, On Nut–Phra Khanong
Late Sukhumvit around Soi 85 sounds like it's miles from the action — but that's exactly the point. Hotel Amber Sukhumvit 85 sits just a 5-minute walk from On Nut BTS Station, putting you firmly on Bangkok's Green Line and a few stops from Ekkamai, Asok, and the expressway to Suvarnabhumi Airport. The On Nut–Phra Khanong area is where young locals, long-stay expats, and BITEC trade-fair regulars converge: W District's street-food bar strip, Summer Hill, Habito Mall, and the vast On Nut fresh market are all close by — at prices noticeably lower than inner Sukhumvit. This 3-star hotel with 142 rooms, opened in 2012, adds an outdoor pool, fitness centre, sauna, restaurant, and a breakfast that guests can't stop writing about. From approx. ฿1,300/night · Score 9.1 from 1,862 Trip.com reviews.
Hotel Amber opened in 2012 when the On Nut–Phra Khanong corridor was still a quiet corner of Bangkok that most tourists overlooked. The ownership team read the neighbourhood correctly: the Soi 85 address connects cleanly to the main Sukhumvit Road, BTS On Nut is a short walk, and the area has since transformed into one of Bangkok's most liveable pockets of the city. W District's street-food and bar scene under the expressway flyover, Summer Hill community mall, Habito Mall, and On Nut market are all within a short motorcycle-taxi hop — with room rates that undercut inner Sukhumvit by a wide margin.
There are three room categories: Deluxe Room (27 sq m), Grand Deluxe Room (30 sq m), and Grand Corner Suite (37 sq m). Every room comes with a private balcony — a detail that pops up repeatedly in guest reviews as a highlight, whether for morning coffee, an evening beer, or simply the sense of space it adds. Rooms also include a microwave, mini-fridge, 32-inch cable TV, rainfall showerhead, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Trip.com rates Cleanliness at 9.3 out of 10, and the word "spotless" appears across reviews in multiple languages.
"Room was very clean, balcony was a lovely bonus, staff were warm and helpful — and the breakfast surprised me completely. Better than expected for the price."
The outdoor pool is the amenity that sets Hotel Amber apart from most comparably priced hotels in this part of Sukhumvit. Over 129 Trip.com reviews mention the pool favourably — the atmosphere is calm because 142 rooms don't generate resort-level crowds, there is no amplified poolside music, and the gym and sauna are on the same floor. BITEC trade-fair visitors staying here consistently mention the BTS convenience: four stops from On Nut to Bang Na, then a sky bridge into the convention centre.
Breakfast at MIND BISTRO draws more positive mentions than any other hotel feature in the review corpus. The buffet spans Thai dishes, Western options, fresh tropical fruit, and baked goods — with coffee and juice included. Several Trip.com reviewers describe the breakfast as an unexpected highlight, and the value-for-money score on the platform stands at a strong 9.0. Breakfast runs from 06:00 to noon, adult rate approx. ฿259, children ฿159 (included in some rate packages, worth checking at booking).
Honest caveats worth knowing: sound insulation between rooms is not the strongest — a few reviews mention hearing neighbours at night, particularly on lower floors. Bathrooms are on the compact side; taller guests or those who prefer a soaking bath may find them limiting. The pool has also been closed for refurbishment in certain periods (most notably 2023), so if the pool is a deciding factor, confirm it is operational before booking. The Soi 85 location is genuinely great for BTS travel but does require a short walk or motorcycle taxi if you want to reach On Nut's commercial strip without heading to the main road.
Rates run from approximately ฿1,300 in low season (May–June) to around ฿1,700–1,900 during Bangkok's high season (November–February) and major BITEC event weeks. The Grand Corner Suite at 37 sq m delivers excellent space for the extra spend, still well under what an equivalent room at inner-Sukhumvit hotels costs. Trip.com: 9.1 from 1,862 reviews. Agoda: 8.1 from 15,850 reviews. TripAdvisor: ranked in the top 80 hotels in Bangkok. All three signals point in the same direction — this hotel reliably delivers what it promises.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ Spotlessly clean rooms with comfortable beds and powerful air-con
- ✓ Friendly, helpful staff who respond quickly to requests
- ✓ Breakfast variety and quality exceeded expectations for the rate
- ✓ Free parking — a significant perk for self-drive or rental-car travellers
- ! Room-to-room sound insulation is thin; light sleepers should request a high floor
- ! Pool is mid-sized — great for relaxing, not for lap-swimming
- ! The 5-minute walk to BTS includes a stretch on a quiet soi that feels longer at night
- ✓ Private balcony on every room — cited as a highlight by the majority of reviewers
- ✓ Quiet pool with no loud music; gym and sauna add genuine leisure value
- ✓ In-room microwave and fridge are practical for longer stays or families
- ✓ Responsive team; requests and issues handled without fuss
- ! Bathrooms are compact; tall guests or those wanting a bathtub may be disappointed
- ! Lower-floor rooms can face a wall or rooftop — ask for an upper floor
- ! Rates spike sharply during BITEC events and high season — book early
- 💡If you're a light sleeper — request an upper floor away from the lift and stairwell when booking. The wall insulation between rooms is not the thickest, and a high floor also brings better views.
- 💡If the pool is a must-have — verify it's open before booking; it has been closed for renovation in some periods. Drop the hotel a quick message or check the latest reviews on Trip.com to confirm.
- 💡If you need to be in central Sukhumvit (Nana/Asok/Siam) every single day — factor in 10–15 minutes on BTS each way. The location is genuinely convenient for BTS travel, but this is late Sukhumvit, not the tourist core.