One Night in Bangkok: The Haunting Charm of The Mustang Blu
Where history, eccentricity, and imagination collide in the heart of Chinatown.
A Hidden Gem on Soi Nana
Bangkok is a city of many faces — vibrant, chaotic, endlessly alive. But step just beyond the neon glow of Chinatown’s Soi Nana, and you’ll find a place that feels like it belongs to another world entirely. The Mustang Blu is not your typical boutique hotel. It is haunting and theatrical, a space that trades polished perfection for atmosphere, intrigue, and a story in every corner.
A Building With Stories to Tell
The Mustang Blu inhabits a building with a colourful past. Born in the early 20th century, it was first a Chinese medicine dispensary, later transformed into a bank, and then — somewhat scandalously — a massage parlour. Today, its reincarnation is something else entirely: a 10-room cabinet of curiosities that blurs the line between hotel and gallery.
The lobby alone sets the stage — a glass-encased horse and ostrich skeleton stand guard among velvet lounges and European antiques, creating a tableau that feels both surreal and spellbinding. The air hums with history, and every detail seems to whisper of another time.
Rooms With Character, Not Conformity
No two rooms at The Mustang Blu are the same. Some boast expansive marble-clad bathrooms, others offer roll-top tubs or snug balconies overlooking the street below. Floor plans are irregular, ceilings soar or dip, and quirks abound — but this is precisely what makes the experience so memorable.
Staying here feels like being let in on a secret, one that rewards those who value difference over predictability.
Imperfectly Perfect
Of course, The Mustang Blu isn’t flawless. Bangkok’s tuk-tuks begin their clamorous procession before dawn, and the rooms are far from soundproof. But instead of being a drawback, these imperfections are part of the hotel’s identity. They remind you that this is not a stage set but a living, breathing piece of the city — a place where beauty lies in its eccentricity.
Why We Love It
In a city overflowing with sleek skyscrapers and luxury hotels, The Mustang Blu is a rare find. It is atmospheric, a little eccentric, and wholly unforgettable. For travellers who believe that spaces should move you, unsettle you, and linger with you long after you’ve left — this is that place.
The Mustang Blu, Bangkok
Available on Airbnb & Booking.com
editor Travel Notes
Best For:
Design lovers, creative souls, and travellers who value character over five-star polish.
Location:
Just around the corner from Soi Nana, one of Bangkok’s buzziest nightlife strips, brimming with bars, speakeasies, and street food.
Don’t Miss:
An evening wander through Chinatown’s night markets
A cocktail at Teens of Thailand, a gin bar on Soi Nana
Dim sum breakfast at a local teahouse nearby
Good to Know:
Bring earplugs — the tuk-tuks start early.
Each room is unique, so request a roll-top tub or balcony if that’s your preference.
With only ten rooms, bookings are essential.
