Would it be a bad idea to not book hotels ahead in Thailand?

I am travelling to Thailand this month in the shoulder season. I will be going to Chiang Mai, Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta.

I intentionally planned a loose itinerary and only booked my first few nights accommodation in Chiang Mai after I land. I had the idea of walking around finding suitable hotels when I reached my destination, not booking ahead (I know it's a different place but I visited Bali last year and found this approach was easier and cheaper).

Would this approach be ok? Or would it be difficult?

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Is it better to book hotel ahead of time?

Looking at more than 2,500 hotel room rates between 2019 and 2021, NerdWallet found rates were about 13% cheaper when booked 15 days before compared to four months before. On average, travelers saved about $30 per night by booking last-minute, which can really add up.

Do hotels get cheaper closer to booking date?

Since hotels are always aiming to maximize their occupancy rate, many will decrease their rates if they aren't meeting their expected targets. That's why you'll often see hotels dropping their prices a few days before a check-in date or on the day of arrival.

How many days ahead should you book a hotel?

As a general rule of thumb, booking more than 21 days ahead of your arrival date is a no-no for the most popular destinations; you'll be putting yourself at risk for jacked-up prices. Your best bet is to start checking prices at least 40 days in advance and monitor the trend.

Is hotel booking required for Thailand Visa?

Yes of course ! If you are planning to get a visa on arrival, your application form if filled online and printed, should carry your intended place of stay in Thailand. If you plan to get a visa before hand, they still demand for that. So yes, book a hotel before you plan to get a visa.

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