Ruja

Ruja is a no-fuss neighborhood salon on Krung Kasem Road — the kind of Old City spot locals rely on for tidy cuts, quick washes, and damage-fixing treatments between errands. It’s an easy 10-minute tuk-tuk from Khao San, right by the Prachakasem junction, so you can duck in after breakfast on Phra Athit and still make it to the Grand Palace on time. Doors open early at 6am, which is gold in this part of town. Pop in for a wash-and-blow before temple-hopping, a trim to tame travel hair, or a refresh after the afternoon heat. The team works fast and friendly, with the straightforward Thai-salon vibe regulars love. Walk-ins are fine, but a quick call helps if you’re on a tight schedule. Practical bits: it’s at 268 Krung Kasem Rd in Bang Khun Phrom (Phra Nakhon), closed on Wednesdays, and wraps up by early evening most days. If you’re staying anywhere around Khao San or Thewet, Ruja is a reliable fix without trekking across town.