Bangkok, March 6th, 2025 — The Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA) took legal action against a condominium in Bangkok’s Pratunam area for illegally renting units to tourists on a daily basis. Additionally, three unlicensed hotels in Huai Khwang-Sutthisan were shut down.
The crackdown followed complaints from condo residents who reported disturbances caused by short-term renters, including smoking on balconies and improper use of shared spaces.
Officials found that some units were rented out via online platforms, violating the 2004 Hotel Act. Property owners failing to register guests or report foreign visitors to immigration authorities could face up to one year in jail or fines of up to 20,000 baht, with additional daily penalties up to 10,000 baht.
Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul ordered strict enforcement nationwide, targeting condo owners and foreign investors using nominees to bypass regulations. Authorities have now intensified legal measures, urging condominium juristic persons to prevent illegal rentals and launching public awareness campaigns on hotel laws.
DOPA also plans to review and amend relevant regulations to close legal loopholes. The public is encouraged to report unauthorized accommodations to the DOPA complaint center.
This article originally appeared on our sister website The Pattaya News.
