Qibla direction in Thailand

Qibla — the direction muslims face during prayer, toward the Kaaba in Mecca — is roughly west-northwest from anywhere in Thailand. The exact angle shifts slightly between northern and southern Thailand, but for practical purposes, any compass pointing 'WNW' (around 280-295°) is correct enough for prayer. Most muslim-friendly hotels mark the qibla on the ceiling or with a sticker on the desk.

Bangkok: ~292° (slightly north of due west). Phuket: ~290°. Chiang Mai: ~289° (further north). Hat Yai: ~292°. Pattani: ~292°. Anywhere in Thailand: 286°-294° range. Any compass app or Google Maps' qibla finder confirms exact angle.

Real muslim-friendly hotels mark the qibla on the ceiling (a small arrow + Arabic 'qibla'), on the desk, or behind the door. Properties that only offer 'muslim-friendly amenities on request' often have a qibla compass available at reception — ask.

Muslim Pro, Athan Pro, and Qibla Finder all work in Thailand. Most major mosques face qibla directly, so if you're nearby, just follow the mosque's longitudinal direction. Google Maps' 'Qibla' overlay also works.