With its incredible service ethic and the diverse experiences on offer, Thailand is one of the most enduring and endearing countries in the world.
Most adventures in Thailand begin in the capital city – Bangkok. Asia's City of Angels never sleeps – it constantly bristles with noise, commotion, and traffic. Many of the world’s renowned luxury hotel marques boast amazing properties in Bangkok - offering the perfect balance between tranquillity & city life and often with relaxing views from the banks of the Chao Phraya River.
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Mandarin Oriental Bangkok – 10/10
Located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River - Mandarin Oriental Bangkok - features 331 rooms and suites, most offering floor-to-ceiling windows and river or city views. Rooms are located in the River, the Garden, and the Authors’ Wings’ - last of which has been an inspiration to a host of world-renowned writers. All rooms benefit from butler service, high-speed internet access, 530-thread count linen, luxury goose down bedding, silk bathrobes, fresh fruit and flowers and biodegradable and glass water bottles. A hotel was established here in 1876 as The Mandarin – the first luxury hotel in the then Kingdom of Siam.
The property offers 11 restaurant and bar choices, from traditional Thai cuisine to two-Michelin starred French fine dining at Le Normandie. The hotel’s famed Afternoon Tea service is offered in the iconic The Authors’ Lounge, whilst The Bamboo Bar is renowned for live jazz and unforgettable cocktails.
Private shuttle boats provide access to The Oriental Thai Cooking School, Sala Rim Naam and Terrace Rim Naam, the hotel’s Thai restaurants. Also, across the water, guests have access to the award-winning Oriental Spa - set within a restored teakwood house. Here luxurious treatments are inspired by traditional Thai and western techniques. The Fitness & Wellness Centre offers a state-of-the-art gymnasium, tennis courts, aerobics/yoga studio and even a Muay Thai boxing studio. Complimentary classes are offered twice daily for in-house guests. The Spa Studio offers results driven treatments and Mandarin Oriental Bangkok offers guests two outdoor swimming pools. One of the finest city hotels in the world.
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The Peninsula Bangkok - 9/10
The Peninsula Bangkok is located riverside in the Thonburi district - close to many of Bangkok’s beautiful temples. The epitome of luxury Thai style and comfort, all 370 guest rooms and suites command magnificent river views. Rooms are minimum 46 square metres in area - featuring complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, executive desk with printers/ scanners, deluxe marble bathrooms with walk in shower, bath, wall-mounted televisions, and hands-free telephones.
Six distinctive restaurants and lounges offer some of the city’s most exciting dining and drinking destinations. Mei Jiang offers Cantonese cuisine - delicious dim sum is served with garden-views. Thiptara - which serves traditional Thai cuisine – is surrounded by banyan trees and tropical gardens and sits along the banks of the Chao Phraya River. River Cafe & Terrace is a riverfront restaurant with an outdoor terrace. It delivers seasonal, all-day dining. The Lobby, set in an elegant atrium, provides all-day light dining, and a delightful Afternoon Tea service is offered - accompanied by live music. The Bar is a sleek wood-panelled lounge serving creative cocktails - with light bites.
The Peninsula Spa is a Thai Colonial-style building along the Chao Phraya River, an oasis of relaxation and well-being. An array of traditional Eastern and Western beauty and wellness therapies are offered here in a collection of private treatment rooms. Guest will find an 88-metre, three-tiered outdoor swimming pool with Thai cabanas, a tennis court, and a fitness centre with state-of-the art training equipment.
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Nestled in Chao Phraya Estate you will find Capella, just a 10-minute walk from the Old Town district of Saphan Taksin. Choose from one of 101 rooms, suites, or villas - each offering a different view of the river framed by floor-to-ceiling windows. All rooms feature custom art and a generously-sized marble bathroom along with a king-size or twin beds. All rooms boast balconies from which to take in the activity of river life.
A tranquil haven is created with marble floors and glittering chrome-and-crystal ceiling lights, Thai-inspired latticework, fine fabrics, and a sprinkling of Asian antiques. A personal bar with complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages is provided in all guestrooms. High-speed internet is available throughout the property and a shuttle boat service to Icon Siam and Taksin Skytrain station, both complimentary to guests.
CÔTE by Mauro Colagreco is a sophisticated, serene Riviera-inspired dining experience serving dishes of refined simplicity conceptualised by the magnificent three-Michelin star restaurateur.
Phra Nakhon is a river-side conservatory home kitchen serving a celebration of tasty traditional Thai foods. Head to Stella for delectable pastries and cocktails or embark on your own tea journey, with fresh herbal and floral infusions offered at the Tea Lounge.
Auriga is the hotel’s signature spa sanctuary, a calming enclave where skilled therapists bring an integrated approach to healing. Facilities include treatment suites including two couple suites, water therapy, steam rooms, shower experience, wellness pavilion, relaxation lounge and fitness centre.
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Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River
Located between the vibrant Chao Phraya River and Charoen Krung Road, this Four Seasons property offers an urban sanctuary, with its cascading architecture, seamless indoor-outdoor transitions and interconnected courtyards forming a natural extension of the flowing river.
The hotel is well connected - just 40 minutes from the International Airport - and a few minutes from Saphan Taksin Skytrain station. Outside private hotel shuttle boats provide easy water transfers to selected locations along the river.
The 299 spacious guest rooms and suites all feature high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows with a mix of river and lush garden views all creating a bright and airy atmosphere. Modern, stylish interiors reflect a warm residential character with contemporary Thai touches. In-room amenities include down duvets and pillows, thick terry bathrobes, private bar with mini cocktails, complimentary Wi-Fi, bedside charging stations and in-room tablet for hotel services.
Dining options include signature Yu Ting Yuan serving authentic Cantonese, RIVA del Fiume with a selection of locally and seasonally inspired Italian cuisine, the riverfront Brasserie Palmier serving brasserie classics alongside a variety of fish and seafood dishes and BKK Social Club with bespoke cocktails, craft spirits, grower Champagne and the finest cigars.
Lobby Lounge and Café Madeleine for fresh-baked treats and aromatic brews.
The Urban Wellness Centre at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok features three streams of wellness, two floors of innovation, one holistic haven. The facilities are arranged around the Palm Courtyard, and dedicated health. There is a 30-metre fitness pool, gym, designer movement studios, vitality pools and steam rooms which together place equal emphasis on: Mind – Spirituality; Body – Spa; Work – Fitness.
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137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok – 9/10
These luxuriously designed suites offer hotel living at its best - in the heart of Bangkok’s Sukhumvit shopping, fashion, and commercial district. The hotel is inspired by the original designers of the sister property - 137 Pillars House in Chiang Mai. Set over 32 floors, the 34 suites all receive a butler service, in-room private wine cellars with maxi bars, mood lighting, high ceilings, large walk-in wardrobes, beautiful en-suite marble bathrooms with chic circular 137 Pillars bathtubs and a state-of-the-art Bose sound system. The comfortable Posturepedic Ultra Plush beds come with 400 thread-count Egyptian cotton linen and are available both in twin bed and oversized king bed configurations.
On the Level 27, Nimitr & Nimitr Terrace is the perfect setting for unique Asian-inspired cuisine. One level above, Jack Bain’s Bar pays tribute to the Scottish gentleman who was one of the last inhabitants of the original building before it became a hotel. The bar offers all-day dining bistro and a deli. The Bangkok Trading Post Bistro & Bar on street-level offers globally inspired dishes, organic coffee and teas, unique craft beers and signature cocktails. The Nitra Serenity Centre offers a full range of face and body care treatments and holistic therapies, for more active guests the fitness and yoga studio are accessible 24 hours a day. On the 6th floor, there is an outdoor putting green and driving range area! The finest boutique hotel in Bangkok.
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The Siam is a 39-suite-and-villa luxury resort in Bangkok’s Royal Dusit District, located on 3 acres of verdant frontage along the Chao Phraya River. Guest accommodation is Art Deco inspired, embellished with Thai antiques to creates a masterpiece of fusion; all rooms boast super-sized king beds and lofty ceilings. Each is furnished with original artworks and is attended by a personal butler. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Guests may relax in the serene riverfront setting of Chon the signature Thai restaurant and cooking school, meanwhile Deco Bar & Bistro offers Western cuisine with a jazzy atmosphere.
Café Cha is an all-day patisserie – featuring a traditional afternoon tea service; Bathers Bar is located along the riverfront lawn and serves poolside bites adjacent to the infinity pool. There is a traditional golden teak rice barge which guests can book for private cocktail parties or a dinner cruise.
Opium Spa & Wellbeing provides a haven with a selection of facial, body and massage therapies using chemical-free Sodashi products where guest may indulge in a tailored multi-day Ayurveda spa package and specialities include Kids’ & Teens treatments. Fitness enthusiasts can use the Gymnasium with a Muay Thai boxing ring or take Private Yoga and Tai Chi classes.
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Rosewood Bangkok is located in Bangkok's central business district on Ploenchit Road. The property offers 158 spacious guestrooms including Grand Studios boasting large terraces and private plunge pools. All guestrooms benefit from luxury Frette 600 thread-count linens, bespoke Rosewood bath amenities slippers and bathrobes, Nespresso coffee machine, complimentary Wi-Fi, bottled water, daily print, and digital newspapers.
The property has four restaurants and bars including Lakorn European Brasserie which offers a contemporary Thai ambience. It is a spacious and elegant venue featuring an outdoor terrace with Bangkok cityscape views and it serves both Western and Thai cuisines. G&O offers a variety of healthy lunchtime cuisine with an emphasis on organic and natural ingredients locally grown and sourced. Nan Bei is an authentic Chinese dining experience complete with an imaginative Art Deco interior. For cocktails and music head to Lennon’s Bar which features an impressive collection of 6,000 vinyl records.
Sense spa at Rosewood Bangkok offers a sanctuary of tranquillity amidst bustling Bangkok, for rejuvenation, relaxation, and the pursuit of well-being. Unwind with results-oriented treatments and restorative therapies based on Thailand’s Lost Remedies. Additional Pampering is on offer in the nail bar and hair salon. Guests can enjoy the dramatic 20-metre indoor-outdoor saltwater lap pool, which also features a whirlpool and exercise in the Fitness Studio complete with state-of-the-art Technogym equipment.
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Located on the 51st through 59th floors of State Tower, the Tower Club suites offer space, comfort, and some of the city’s most stunning views. Here high above the hustle and bustle of the city you are just floors from The Dome— Lebua’s sky-high selection of celebrated restaurants and bars. The property boasts 221 spacious rooms and suites each with breath-taking balcony views of Bangkok and the Chao Phraya River. Accommodation features include high-speed internet, Nespresso coffee machine, exclusive bathroom amenities.
Location is everything at Lebua where you can Bar hop from floor to floor, dine at Mezzaluna on two-Michelin-star Franco-Japanese cuisine or visit Chef’s Table for a three-Michelin-star dining experience then be back in your room—and your robe—within minutes. At Sirocco enjoy fine wines and cocktails at the highest award-winning alfresco restaurant in the world, Breeze has Asian gastronomy with views of Bangkok’s skyline. Choose from an array of bars serving signature cocktails, fine champagnes, and rare whiskey’s each with their own signature entertainment ranging from lightshow, DJ, and dancefloor, to live jazz music. The fitness centre overlooks an open-air swimming pool and guests can relax in the elegant sauna and steam room or book treatments in the spa; here Café Mozu serves international cuisine poolside.
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The Banyan Tree is one of Bangkok’s largest luxury hotels and is located in the relaxed Sathon neighbourhood - only a 10-minute walk to the bustling Silom and Lumpini Park. Each of the 327 rooms and suites has a separate bath and shower and extra living space with comfortable seating. Guests benefit from free Wi-Fi access, coffee and tea-making facilities and minibar. The Horizon & Oasis Retreat rooms and One Bedroom suites are designed traditional style whilst the Serenity Club Rooms are recently renovated and are contemporary in look & feel.
Dining facilities are located on various levels throughout the property – and offer a variety of views of the city. In the lower lobby find Romsai for all-day dining in a tropical garden setting, Lobby Lounge for snacks and high tea with daily live entertainment; meanwhile on the upper floors Vertigo & Moon Bar, Verigo Too, Bai Yun, Taihei and Latitude Lounge and Bar offer a range of grill-bar, tapas, Cantonese, and Japanese cuisines. Located on the 21st floor surrounded by tropical plants guests find the outdoor rooftop deck a place to relax and enjoy the cool vibe. A juice bar provides refreshments and complimentary poolside services include neck and shoulder massages, water, and fruit. In the natural lighting of the Health Club guests can join with yoga, Pilates, daily Muay Thai (kickboxing) classes, stretching and step lessons or relax in the steam and sauna rooms.
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Named in honour of the ancient capital of Thailand, the hotel is surrounded by luxurious gardens and lotus ponds echoing the old-world elegance and beauty for which Thailand is known. The immaculate grounds and interiors of the Sukhothai Bangkok offer a modern, contemporary look that incorporates the textures, colours, and scents for which Thailand is famous.
The 210 guest rooms and suites are located in the Main Wing and Sukhothai Club Wing’s, each with Nespresso machines, large flat-screen high-definition televisions, a Harmon-Kardon audio system and large bathrooms offering separate bathtubs and walk-in showers complimented by Bottega Veneta luxury bath amenities.
Choose from seven bars and restaurants, with a range of exquisite dining rooms and cuisines from around the world. Celadon is located on the terraces and surrounded by lotus ponds provides an extensive a la carte menu of authentic Thai food; Colonnade where options include international fare, comfort food, Asian and Japanese with views to the water of the Chedi pond. Award-winning La Scala is highly coveted for classic and progressive Italian cuisine with fine European wines all served in a beautiful poolside setting, Lobby Salon serves a Chocolate Buffet famed throughout the city for its unusual and decadent offering. Spa Botanica has an infinity-edged 25-metre swimming pool and a state-of-the-art fitness centre; here guests will find the latest cardio-pulmonary and weight training equipment in a spacious and air-conditioned studio with personal trainers on hand to offer advice and assistance.
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Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is located in the city centre by Lumphini Park, with all the city’s famous attractions just a hop, skip and a jump away. The perfect jumping off point for a private cruise along the Chao Phraya, or the major museums, shops, restaurants and bars of Siam Square, it is also near to the Skytrain station for exploring all that Bangkok has to offer. With 362 design driven, spacious rooms and suites including 131 serviced, residences, housed in a sleek tower, each room is a contemporary retreat with a Thai touch and a neutral colour palette. Triple glazed windows keep noise to a minimum whilst bedrooms feature custom Simmons mattresses, luxury 400 thread count linens and blow-dry stations with mirrors and tongs. In-room manicures are also just a phone call away whilst bathrooms offer soaking tubs and custom HARNN bathroom amenities. There are also minibars packed with health conscious or local treats, Nespresso coffee machines, Vifa Helsinki sound systems and in-room yoga mats. Luxuriously contemporary with a Thai touch, room sizes are generous with even the entry level Essential Rooms offering 48 square metres of living space whilst suites range from 87 to 320 square metres. The largest is the sophisticated Celebrity Suite which is a clean-lined cocoon of luxury crafted from natural materials with wood floors, custom rugs, all the tech you can wish for, local art works and a balcony for enjoying views of the city. For longer stay guests, the Residences offer one to three bedroom serviced apartments, complete with fully equipped kitchens.
When it comes to relaxation, swim in the expansive infinity outdoor pool, sheltered and hidden within a secret garden on the third floor, work those muscles within The Gym with its Life Fitness and Hammer Strength equipment or take a yoga, Pilates, aerobics of Thai boxing class, among others. Alternatively head to the serene environs of the Amaranth Spa and let them pamper your body and soul with speciality treatments – there are also treatments for the little ones aged from six to fourteen too. There are four wining and dining options ranging from the pet-friendly CRAFT, a café and bar with overlarge windows looking out over the hotel’s gardens. There are speciality coffees and craft beers, even coffee cocktails complemented by an all-day menu of light plates. Stock.Room meanwhile is something a little different with fresh groceries, a menu of street-eats to enjoy or take away with food from six different kitchens with brunch on Sundays and the opportunity to learn new skills from a resident chef and mixologist. Ms Jigger, a cultured lounge with crafted cocktails pared with an Italian menu, follows the adventures of the fabled Ms Jigger who lived and travelled around the Mediterranean. If you love a view, then the tropical styled Bar.Yard offers a rooftop view high up on the 40th floor with elements of a Tiki bar mixed with an American backyard BBQ with Executive Chef Lamberto Valdez Lara at the grill with signature farm to fork dishes to the backbeat of a DJ deck keeping the party on track from 16.00 hrs into the small hours.
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Park Hyatt Bangkok is situated above Central Embassy, a luxury 70,000 square metre, six floor shopping mall located in the heart of downtown Bangkok, within walking distance of some of the city’s sites such as the Temple Pathumwanaram, the Erawan Shrine and The Jim Thompson House with its array of fine Thai silks. It also enjoys direct access to the Skytrain station for easily navigating Bangkok in its entirety. This design-centric hotel has eye-catching design elements within the public areas, enlivened by an array of international art including installations by Japanese artist Hirotoshi Sawada. Featuring 190 serenely stylish guest rooms, ranging in size from 48 – 70 square metres, and 32 suites ranging from 66 – 381 square metres, the sleek neutrally toned rooms can be arranged within 57 different room configurations. All the rooms offer a tempting oasis for relaxation with white oak floors, sycamore wood panelled walls complemented with Thai accents and spa-like bathrooms with separate soaking tubs, rain showers and Le Labo toiletries. The largest suite is the Presidential which features a furnished 20 square metre balcony with views over the city from every room.
It features private pools; a spa room; a private gym; a home cinema; a dining section with kitchenette and a bank of additional goodies including return airport transfers and free-flowing minibars. For stretching those muscles, head to the eleventh floor to either enjoy the 40-metre infinity saltwater pool surrounded by loungers, cabanas and a landscaped terraced garden or the 24/7 Fitness Centre for working out on TechnoGym equipment. The 472 square metre Panpuri Organic Spa offers a soothing oasis of tranquillity featuring eight treatment rooms including two for couples and a range of treatments using Panpuri’s range of natural and organic skincare. Other facilities include crystal-steam rooms, laconium dry heat rooms and whirlpools as well as experience showers and a relaxation lounge. For food and drink, the Embassy Room features a Catalan inspired menu under the toque of Chef Ferran Tadeo whilst the four story Penthouse Bar + Grill features a range of options including The Grill, a Chef’s Table with its own wine cellar, the Cocktail Bar for drinks complemented by a grill inspired cuisine, a Whiskey Room with its own dining area featuring 150 labels, the Mezzanine a private party area and the Rooftop Bar for the most amazing views over Bangkok. Other options include the Living Room for all day snacking, international and Thai favourites in an airy space decorated with art installations and the indoor / outdoor Bar for wines, draft beers, cocktails and small plates. The Living Room also features an indulgent Japanese Nara Prefecture Strawberries Afternoon Tea for something a little different.
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Waldorf Astoria Bangkok, designed by acclaimed HK architect André Fu, enjoys a prime location in the heart of downtown, close to the Bangkok elevated train system for scooting around the city. The 60-story building’s organic, architecture of the façade is echoed within with influences ranging from Thai dancing and Thai lace to the original New York Waldorf Astoria’s Art Deco references. There are 171 classically modern rooms and suites with wide planked wooden floors; hand-tufted rugs; Thai accents; floor to ceiling windows allowing the light to flood through; digital tablets for controlling lighting and temperature and spacious granite topped bathrooms with dual vanities. Room sizes are amongst the most generous in the city with entry level Deluxe rooms offering 50 square metres of living space with luxury 400-thread count linens, designer throws and the signature Waldorf Astoria beds. Of the 35 suites, the residential-style Royal Suite is the largest at 300 square metres with an open plan format for the living area with dining area for up to eight people, a pantry and kitchen, screen room, bar and study alongside a master and guest suite. For relaxing, swim in the 25-metre temperature controlled outdoor infinity pool on the 17th floor with its floating cabanas or work those muscles in the Fitness Centre, packed with TechnoGym equipment and offering stretching areas, a sauna, a steam room and an ice fountain.
The Waldorf Astoria Spa is inspired by the magnolia flower and offers a range of tempting traditional and modern treatments. When hunger calls, there are six venues to appeal to every palate, ranging from the Bull & Bear specialising in grilled meats and seafood, the Front Room for authentic Thai cuisine, Peacock Alley overlooking the Royal Bangkok Sports Club for pastries, afternoon tea and snacks throughout the day and The Brasserie for signature French cuisine including Boeuf Bourguignon. There are two bars for quenching the thirst – The rooftop Champagne Bar for a coupe de champagne and The Loft, an Art Nouveau-styled New York inspired space serving vintage cocktails and gourmet bar bites.
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The St Regis Bangkok is located on Rajadamri Road in the city centre, close to upscale boutiques and restaurants, the Siam Paragon Mall and the Chatuchak Weekend Market with the BTS SkyTrain accessed via a skybridge, ideal for exploring the city. The 43-story property offers 175 classically appointed rooms and 53 suites, serviced by signature 24/7 St Regis butlers, with room sizes ranging from a roomy 43 square metres for the King Guest room through to the 170 square metre two-bedroom John Jacob Astor Suite. The largest however is the three-bedroom Owner’s Penthouse offering 800 square metres of split-level accommodation complete with a media room, a dining table for up to 20, kitchenette, private terrace and pool and eye-catching spiral staircase with double height windows looking out over the golf course with the city beyond. When it comes to dining, there are a wealth of options available including IGNIV Bangkok by celebrated Swiss chef Andreas Caminada and led by chef David Hartwig. Winning a Michelin star in 2022, the restaurant is located in a serenely-chic, residential-styled setting overlooking leafy greenery and celebrates the art of sharing with seasonal menus.
Viu, with expansive views of the city, offers an international menu for all day dining and Sunday Brunches whilst The St Regis Bar presents Afternoon Tea on an outdoor terrace with The Lounge perfect for daytime drinks and cocktails from the Siam cocktail bar when the sun goes down, accompanied by light bites. Another Afternoon Tea hangout is The Drawing Room, known for its European style pastries and sandwiches whilst the Pool Bar serves fresh, crowd-pleasing menu items with smoothies, salads and Asian specialities. For those who love Japanese food, the hotel’s partner restaurant, Zuma offers an izakaya bar experience for lunch and dinner. For working off any kilos gained, head to the on-site Exercise Room with a gym, boxing ring and fitness classes, go swimming in the outdoor pool on the 15th floor or just relax, restore and revive at the Clinique La Prairie Aesthetics & Medical Spa. Enjoy the Spa’s plunge pools, steam rooms and scalp and hair treatments or try an anti-aging facial, a restorative massage or a detoxifying treatment. For golfers, the property is directly opposite and overlooking The Royal Bangkok Sports Club or the concierge can arrange access to the Bangna Navy Golf Course just 13 kilometres away and the Thai Country Club a little further afield, 55 kilometres away.
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The Okura Prestige Bangkok is part of the platinum-LEED rated Park Ventures Ecoplex building situated in Bangkok’s Central Business District with direct access to the city’s BTS SkyTrain network. There are 240 guest rooms and suites located on floors 26 to 34 offering impressive urban views via e-coated triple glazed floor to ceiling windows. Room sizes range from 43 – 65 square metres of living space with the 18 suites starting at 80 square metres for the Deluxe right up to 203 square metres for the Imperial Suite, the top of the line offering. Located on the top floor of the hotel, this pared-back space enjoys 180-degree views of central Bangkok and a master bathroom with a private steam room and sauna, a private office, a dining room and full kitchen. Each guest room is elegantly simple with Okura’s Japanese heritage in the design shining through, with bedside touch screen room controls, luxury bathrooms with bespoke environmentally friendly amenities, luxurious bathrobes and Yukatas (Japanese pyjamas) and fine Egyptian linens. Club Rooms enjoy access to the exclusive Club Lounge on the 33rd floor where refreshments can be enjoyed throughout the day and canapés and cocktails in the evening.
For wellness, there is a 25-metre cantilevered outdoor swimming pool using recycled heat, a Fitness Centre overlooking the pool on the 25th floor and the sophisticated Okura Spa, a hidden sanctuary of relaxation with five treatment rooms including one with a Jacuzzi for couples offering a range of treatments using organic teas, oils and balms. Wining and dining options range from the Michelin starred Elements inspired by Ciel Bleu on the 25th floor for French cuisine with Japanese influences in an informal setting complete with open kitchen and an expansive terrace for enjoying the Bangkok skyline. Yamazato, a Michelin Plate restaurant, is the property’s signature Japanese restaurant serving three main dining styles – teppanyaki, sushi and kaiseki ryori, Japan’s beautifully presented haute cuisine. The Up & Above Restaurant is the all-day dining restaurant with panoramic views out over the city from the half-moon cantilever terrace and an east meets west Sunday Brunch. The Up & Above Bar serves the hotel’s signature Okura Afternoon Tea and cocktails accompanied by a tempting tapas menu. Meanwhile, La Pâtisserie on the ground floor offers a range of sweet and savoury items created by the hotel’s culinary brigade.
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Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit
Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit is located in Sukhumvit Road, close to two BTS SkyTrain stations and steps from the city’s tourist attractions, shopping malls – the Emporium, EmQuartier and Terminal 21, dining and entertainment. Sited within a 34-story building which features an unusual undulating exterior, the lobby features handblown glass ornaments which twist and turn around in the eight-floor space. The art collection is a feature of the hotel which offers 338 streamlined and uncluttered luxury contemporary rooms and suites spread out between levels eleven to 33. These including Club rooms which enjoy access to the Carlton Club Lounge way up on the 33rd floor as do any of the suite accommodation. Club living comes with a number of benefits including complimentary food and drink presentations throughout the day. Rooms sizes range from 37 square metres for the entry level Deluxe Room right up to 129 square metres for the sleek and sophisticated Two Bedroom Carlton Suite, up on level 26, the largest accommodation in the hotel.
All the rooms feature floor to ceiling soundproofed windows with city views, electric blinds and blackout curtains. Expect Sealy Posturepedic mattresses, large bathrooms complete with separate tubs, walk in rain showers and a Japanese bidet toilet. Eco measures include motion sensor-controlled lighting when you are not in the room and IPTV technology for information, entertainment and hospitality. For sports and relaxation, enjoy yoga or a jog around nearby Benjasiri Park, go for the burn in the fully equipped Fitness Studio with cardio and strength equipment alongside a free weights area or opt for a dip in the secluded long sleek 30 metre outdoor swimming pool surrounded by sunbeds and cabanas – all on the tenth floor. There is also the elegant Let’s Relax Spa, a tranquil environment decorated in earth and wood toned colours, overlooking the Bangkok skyline. Enjoy a range of massages and beauty treatments, a steam room and a sauna and cool down at the nearby Plunge Juice Bar for a selection of healthy and casual treats, chilled beers and wine. For families, the property also features a Kids Zone for kiddies aged from three to twelve years of age. When it comes to wining and dining, head to the Michelin Guide listed Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant for authentic Chinese cuisine or the all-day dining Plate Restaurant serving a menu of international favourites, Thai classics, signature Straits and Peranakan dishes from an open kitchen where the culinary theatre can be viewed. For barista brewed coffees, the Tuxedo Espresso Bar is the place to be with a light bites menu, Afternoon Tea or maybe a glass or two of wine. One of the hotel’s highlights however is the Cooling Tower Rooftop Bar with far reaching views out over the city skyline. Enjoy a cocktail or two alongside a menu of bar bites and sharing plates.
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W Bangkok is housed within a 31 story building located in the heart of Sathorn, opposite the Empire Tower in the Bangkok’s leading business and entertainment district. You really can’t miss this quirky, young at heart hotel due to the enormous pink letter “W” spotlight on the façade and it is close to a BTS SkyTrain station for easy access to all the city has to offer. With 403 ultra-modern rooms and suites that do not conform to the norm, expect touch control lighting and climate; semi-transparent glass privacy room dividers between the bathroom and the bedroom in vivid colours of acid yellow, fuchsia and blue; a W Mix Bar filled with treats and beverages and a Whatever / Whenever service ethos which means you can order anything you like, 24/7 and it will be there in a trice. Rooms sizes are generous and start with the entry level Wonderful room at 41 square metre rising up to 215 square metres for the Extreme Wow, One Bedroom residential style Presidential Suite consisting of a study, living room and dining room with a pantry area. In the black and white tiled and marble bathroom, there is a whirlpool tub for two, a central circular wash hand basin and an enormous walk-in shower.
Semi circular in shape, with marble columns, curved walls and flooring, the space is light and airy with cutting edge modern furniture. For health and wellbeing, there is a circular 206 square metre WET Pool complete with in-pool LED lights changing hue across the colour spectrum and underwater music. Surrounded by loungers, couches and covered day beds, pool attendants are on hand to cater to any whim. On Saturdays and Sundays, enjoy resident DJs spinning the decks accompanied by drinks and food from the WET Deck (decorated with street art from local artists) for a chill-lax weekend. The more energetic might head to the TechnoGym equipped FIT Gym for 24/7 workouts whilst for relaxation and pampering, the 630 square metre AWAY Spa offers restorative and detoxifying body and facial treatments, beauty services and much more. When it comes to wining and dining, there are a range of choices, all featuring a striking design. The all-day dining Kitchen Table serves an international menu, The Pantry offers healthy food options inspired by Bangkok’s Pak Klong Talad Flower Market whilst Pali focusses on casual Thai seafood dining. This latter restaurant is based in the National Heritage Site of The House of Sathorn, built in 1889 and now used by the hotel as a restaurant and hospitality venue. The outside garden terrace is perfect for enjoying Afternoom Tea whilst stay for a cocktail from The Bar, a dark, ornate and sophisticated space enjoying a day to night scene with custom cocktails, a light bites menu and a backdrop of cutting-edge sounds.
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The Athenee Hotel Bangkok offers a modern ambiance imbued with Thai Culture as it is built on the grounds of Kandhavas, the palace of Princess Valaya Alongkorn, daughter of King Rama V and honours that relationship within its design ethos. Situated in Sukhumvit, shopping malls and tourist sites are easily within reach via the BTA SkyTrain service just a few steps away. There are 374 guest elegantly understated rooms, club rooms and suites all featuring signature Luxury Collection beds, antiques, local Thai artworks, handcrafted accessories and marble bathrooms. Room sizes range from the roomy 38 square metre Athenee, King to the Family two bedroom Suite at a more generous 124 square metres, plenty big enough for the rugrats to spread out. The most interesting accommodation however can be found with the Royal Theme Hotel Suites with the design inspired by different eras of Thai history, all enjoying the services of the Athenee Butlers 24/7 as well as access to the Royal Club Lounge up on the 26th floor. These range from the two bedroom wood panelled Ruen Thai, inspired by an authentic Thai house of the Ayudhya period; the spacious Royal Pimai inspired by the 10th century Pimai Temple building during the Khmer Dynasty to the Vimarn Siam with a style gleaned from the summer palace of King Rama V with four poster beds, murals and carvings, shutters and slipper baths. The most grand however is the opulent Ratanakosin, a two-bedroom Penthouse Suite with an achingly grand central chandelier, styled for King Rama I at the start of the Chakri Dynasty, resplendent with silks, priceless artifacts, intricate inlays and gilt brushwork.
When hunger bites, there are eight dining opportunities here ranging from the innovative Kintsugi Bangkok by Jeff Ramsey for classical Japanese Kaiseki cuisine with a creative edge; The Silk Road for classic Cantonese menus with a modern take; The Rain Tree Café for all day dining with an international menu and The View, a Bangkok restaurant and cocktail bar located poolside for al fresco casual dining and cocktails. The House of Smooth Curry meanwhile serves authentic Thai classics from all four regions of Thailand; The Allium Bangkok is the popular choice for French cuisine with an open kitchen; The Bakery is located within a conservatory setting for Thai French patisserie with afternoon teas whilst The Glaz Bar is the perfect spot for unwinding with cocktails accompanied by a tapas menu to a backdrop of music. When it comes to recreation, enjoy holistic French/Thai treatments at the Athenee Spa, undertake a dynamic workout at Athenee Fitness with a range of cardio and strength equipment, a sauna and a steam room whilst the free-form rooftop swimming pool is perfect for simply relaxing and taking the air.
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COMO Metropolitan Bangkok is located in the heart of Sathorn’s Central Business District between the river and Sukhumvit District, close to both the BTS SkyTrain and MRT train stations and just a ten-minute walk away from the Silom shopping complex. With 169 contemporary rooms and suites, ranging in size from a cosy 29 square metres for the entry level City Rooms to a more generous 240 square metres for the two bedroomed, double height Como Suite, (a duplex located on the hotel’s top 11th floor), spaces are cool, calm and collected. Kathryn Kng’s interior design offers essentially a serene retreat with uncluttered, neutrally hued sleek rooms with wooden floors, Thai Makha wood, luxurious silk curtains, curated antiques and custom artwork by local artist Natee Utarit. Some rooms offer landscaped terraces with outdoor rain showers, others offer spaces that can be used for meetings or dining but showstoppers include the four duplex Penthouse Suites at 150 square metres of space, complete with a conservatory-style sitting room. Room amenities include all the toys we expect today – Nespresso machines, Bose Wave SouthTouch systems, Egyptian linen sheets, individually controlled climate control and more, much more including fresh fruit daily.
For dining, eat at Nahm, a Michelin starred Thai restaurant open for lunch and dinner daily with dishes known for innovation incorporating ingredients from all over the country and a terrace overlooking the pool. Other options include Thai, Italian and comfort dishes from the room service menu and healthy Como Lunch Boxes with nutritious organic menus encompassing the brand’s COMO Shambhala Cuisine. When it comes to fitness, head to the 175 square metre gym with personal trainers on request and complimentary daily yoga classes (with yoga mats in every room). Alternatively, go for a swim in the 25 metre outdoor lap pool or relax in the serene environs of the COMO Shambhala Urban Escape with ten treatment rooms just waiting to pamper you with a wide selection of beauty, facial and body treatments. Other facilities include steam rooms and a hydro pool.
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AVANI + Riverside Bangkok Hotel
AVANI + Riverside Bangkok Hotel offers unrestricted views over the Chao Phraya River and a riverside retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. Five kilometres from the centre of Bangkok, there is easy access to the heart of the city via the property’s shuttle bus service stopping at the BTS SkyTrain for onward exploration or guests may simply go for a peaceful, car-free cycle ride near the river at Bang Krachao. The property is also directly connected to the Riverside Plaza for shopping and entertainment nearby and for more spa, dining and entertainment experiences at sister hotel, Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort a short walk away. With 250 contemporary, clean-lined rooms and suites, accommodation sizes range from 29 square metres for the Avani River View Room up to 166 square metres for the Avani River View Three Bedroom Suite, complete with dining table, kitchenette with washing machine, a large living room and a bar counter. Each room features floor to ceiling windows letting you look out over the river and the city whilst the vibe is cool, calm and collected with a stylishly understated interior design. For relaxation, head up to the rooftop and look out over the city skyline whilst taking a dip in the 25-metre infinity edge swimming pool or for the more energetic, try out the facilities at the fully equipped AvaniFit gym or strengthen your core with some yoga.
For wining and dining, the aptly named SEEN Restaurant & Bar on the property’s rooftop is the perfect place for relaxing in the lounge or on the deck and watching the sun set to a backdrop of musical beats whilst the restaurant serves a modern Portuguese-Brazilian menu created by acclaimed chef Olivier da Costa. For all day dining, there is Skyline for buffet feasts and à la carte dining with an international favourites menu or for the seafood buffet dinner every Friday and Saturday. For an underground experience, there is also Lost & Found on the banks of the Chao Phyra, a secret retreat rediscovered for pop up performances and epicurean dining.
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JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok is located in the heart of the city, on Sukhumvit Road with downtown Bangkok on the doorstep and close to the BTS SkyTrain service for zooming around town. There are 441 contemporary, sleek grey tone on tone rooms and suites, 70 of them interconnecting, with the Executive Rooms allowing complimentary access to the Executive Lounge on the 16th floor. The décor is stylishly chic and sophisticated, mixing a clean lined modern flair with some Thai touches such as the glass wall screens illustrating images of the historic city, wooden floors and swish marble bathrooms. Room sizes range from 33 square metres for the King Rooms, 40 for the larger Executive Rooms, 66 for the spacious Family Rooms and from 55 – 330 for the Suites Collection. The largest suite is the JW of course, timelessly elegant and featuring a kitchen, living room, private steam room and outstanding Bangkok urban views. For relaxation and pampering, the JW Health Club and Spa has one of the largest facilities within a hotel in Bangkok and features a fully equipped and spacious fitness centre overlooking the outdoor pool, a children’s pool, whirlpool and gardens. There is a daily schedule of aerobics and other classes including yoga, Zumba, Thai boxing, and others whilst the spa offers a range of body treatments, facials, massages and fitness counselling.
When it comes to wining and dining, guests are spoilt for choice with nine options including the Michelin Plate New York Steakhouse bringing a touch of New York flair to Bangkok, the JW Café serving international favourites with live cooking stations and a stylish décor, Tsu Japanese Restaurant for traditionally authentic dishes and fresh sushi in a designer setting with a new Sake Bar for cocktails and hot and cold sake alongside the Nami Teppanyaki Steakhouse for an oriental take on a classic steakhouse. There is also the Man Ho Chinese Restaurant for Cantonese and Szechuan dishes, BBCO Coffee House for some all-day casual fare, the darkly elegant Manhattan Bar for some sophisticated fare and last but not least, the Lobby Lounge for all day snacks and drinks in an airy setting.
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Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort
Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort is set with 11 acres of lush, landscaped greenery on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, just a shuttle boat away from the BTS SkyTrain service for exploring the city. With 281 guest rooms and 95 suites, the style is Thai classic modern with private balconies looking out over either the gardens or the river. Rooms enjoy solid makha wood flooring, silk furnishings, spacious bathrooms with marble accents and a subdued colour palette lending a serene tranquillity, perfect for relaxing. The room sizes range from a roomy 38 square metres for the entry level Deluxe Room up to 114 square metres for the Two Bedroom River View Chao Phraya Suite. This latter accommodation offers separate living and dining room with a kitchenette for rustling up some snacks, direct views out over the river, a multi-media hub and complimentary access to the Kasara Executive Lounge for even more treats and food and drink presentations throughout the day. For pampering, there is an extensive Anantara Spa with seven treatment rooms and two suite treatment rooms to enjoy a whole host of signature treatments. Other facilities include steams rooms and a relaxation area whilst for the energetic, head to the fully equipped gym with free weight area, sauna and steam rooms or play a game of tennis in the newly resurfaced outdoor courts. If you want to learn about Muay Thai kickboxing or Tai Chi, professional coaches are on hand whilst there are other classes available including yoga, power step, aerobics and more to help strengthen that core and aid flexibility. If you are on a fitness regime, the property can provide a feast of healthy, nutritional choices too. For cooling off from the heat of the day, the property also features one of the largest outdoor swimming pools of any hotel within the city plus a Jacuzzi. When you need your space to enjoy some downtime, there is also the Chang Noi Kids’ Club to look after the little rugrats.
This property also hosts the Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDSM) Clinic, for aesthetic facial and body treatments within state-of-the-art facilities. When hunger beckons, there is a world of choice both at this property and at the neighbouring Avanti + Riverside Resort. At the water’s edge, enjoy Benihana, a Japanese steakhouse, complemented by sushi and Japanese cocktails with Saturday Brunch; enjoy international buffet banquets at the Riverside Terrace with live music or dig into some Pacific Rim delights with Trader Vic’s tropical flavours with Sunday Brunch being extremely popular. Other venues include Spice & Barley, a unique Asian gastro lounge for pan-Asian cuisine; an authentic taste of Italy at Brio with handmade pastas and pizzas or relax over pastries and coffee at the Maa Laa Café & Studio, set within a tropical garden. For Thai favourites, there is Longtail by the River with crafted cocktails and live entertainment on Wednesdays and Sundays; sip cocktails poolside at the Loy Nam Bar with its swim up bar complemented by a menu of Thai and international favourites; start the day at The Market for an al fresco breakfast with its live cooking stations; go old school with a drink at the traditional Elephant Bar for a nightcap or check out the scene at SEEN Restaurant & Bar Bangkok with renowned chef, Olivier da Costa overlooking the skyline and river and Lost & Found, for decadent dining in a secret retreat by the river. For delving more into Thai life, the property offers to share the secrets of Thai cuisine at Spice Spoons with an immersive masterclass, or perhaps take one of the Klong Guru Tours on a traditional longtail boat to explore the markets, handicraft villages and more whilst for special occasions, enjoy a meal on a Manohra Cruise in a restored rice barge as you sail along the river. Other activities might include visiting Wat Pho with the famous reclining Buddha; buying silk at the Jim Thompson House; wandering around Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn or enjoying the Asiatique The Riverfront, just across the river, with over 1,500 boutiques and entertainment galore.
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Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel is an urban retreat set within lush, landscaped gardens, centrally located in the heart of the Ratchaprasong shopping and entertainment district facing the Royal Bangkok Sports Club, conveniently next to the BTS SkyTrain service for onward exploration of Bangkok and within walking distance of the city’s most exclusive malls. This property is opulently elegant with a whiff of the colonial about it, with a soaringly high frescoed ceiling, columned lobby complete with glittering chandeliers, elaborate floral arrangements and hand-painted Thai silk murals commanding instant attention. There are 354 serene, classically styled guest rooms and suites, set out over nine floors, each enjoying teak wood furnishings, Jim Thompson silk fabrics, traditional Thai artworks, wooden floors and white marble bathrooms for a timeless classic look. Room sizes are generous with entry level guest rooms sized at 42 square metres and suites sized up to 344 square metres for the premium Anantara Presidential Suite with a private entrance through the verdant gardens, a sitting room, a private massage suite and dining for up to 12 people. Glamorous and spacious, you would be in august company if you stayed here for the suite has been used by American Presidents Barack Obama and George W Bush no less. One of the most popular suites is the two-bedroom Jim Thompson Explorer Suite at 198 square metres of living space and featuring a design inspired by the silk legend. Overlooking the Royal Bangkok Sports Club, the teak furniture and furnishing fabrics have come from Jim Thompson, in a style reminiscent of a Thai summer house. All the suites and the Club rooms enjoy complimentary access to the Kasara Executive Lounge for a whole host of food and drink presentations and other services.
For those who like floating accommodation, the resort also offers cruises along the Chao Phraya River aboard either the restored Loy River Song or Loy Dream vessels for gentle voyages to the ancient capital of Ayutthaya. A wide range of dining experiences are available at the Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel including wining and dining at Guilty Bangkok with its menu of Latin American delights, including spicy tacos and innovative cocktails; Aqua for sophisticated drinks around tropical fronds and a koi carp pool, to the backdrop of New Orleans Jazz or R ‘n B and Biscotti for Italian fine dining. There is also a Café Wolseley Bangkok pop up, an outpost of the famous Piccadilly venue; a designer steak restaurant Madison with brunch on Sundays; Shintaro for some traditional Japanese dining with a modern twist and the Spice Market for Thai classics. Mocha & Muffins is the place to head for, for a coffee and a pastry; The Lobby is the elegant choice for all day dining and Afternoon Tea whilst The Terrace, a poolside venue in the gardens serves a light Mediterranean and Thai menu with homemade ice-creams perfect for cooling off during the day. For relaxation, there is an Olympic-sized pool set with lush gardens, surrounded by loungers and parasols; a 24/7 fully equipped gym for keeping fit on the go complete with a range of fitness classes; squash courts for the energetic and the Anantara Spa for pampering within its seven treatments rooms including those for couples with a menu of Thai and Western treatments. Other wellness facilities include a yoga studio, male and female steam rooms and whirlpools with waterfalls. If you want to give your body a bit of a boost, head for the Vivid IV Drip Bar; have a coiffure at the Tara Salon or experience Truefill & Hill, an English traditional barbershop for perfect grooming. For little ones, there is a supervised Kids’ Club, children’s amenities and a mini playground. For adventures outside the property, there are several suggested excursions nearby; shopping at Ratchaprasong a few steps away or at the resort; a Spice Spoons Thai cuisine masterclass; a Manohra Cruise along the river and the upscale shopping arcade at Parichart Court, just off the lobby.
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Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit brings a touch of Gallic charm to Asia with a 32-storey hotel inspired by Art Deco in the heart of downtown Sukhumvit. Directly connected with the BTS Asok and MRT Sukhumvit stations and the Terminal 21 shopping mall via its own skywalk bridge, it is also close to Benjasiri Park for gentle walks to view the park’s selection of Thai sculptures. There are 345 elegant, high-tech rooms and suites, all offering floor to ceiling windows with wood floors, luxurious, modern furnishings, MyBed by Sofitel signature beds, Bose surround sound and spacious marble bathrooms with Balmain toiletries. Entry level room sizes are generous at 37 square metres for the Luxury Room to 40 square metres for the Luxury Room with Club Millésime access. Club Millésime is located on the 31st floor and features a dining area, a bar and a board room for complimentary use. Throughout the day, food and drink presentations are made featuring a Thai and international menu.
There are three suite types, all enjoying Club access and Butler service, ranging from the 60 square metre Prestige Suite to the 105 square metre Opera Suites with a dining space and an outside terrace to the top of the line 168 square metre Imperial Suite with a Jacuzzi on the terrace, a kitchen and a dining room complete with fine china. Leisure facilities include a 23 metre outside swimming pool set in lush gardens with cabanas and loungers to catch the sun and the Liquide Pool Bar for light bites and cocktails, a 24/7 SoFit fitness centre complete with hydrobath, Jacuzzi and sauna. The Beauty Salon allows you to look your best whilst the stylish contemporary Le Spa with L’Occitane on the ninth floor combines the best of French Mediterranean and Thai therapies with seven treatment rooms, one couple spa treatment room and a Jacuzzi. For wining and dining, visit the rooftop Voilà! on the 32nd floor for breakfast and a Western & Thai set lunch or Belga Rooftop Bar & Brasserie for Belgian inspired classics, one of the largest choices of craft beer in the city and fabulous views to boot. The open plan kitchen allows for a touch of culinary theatre whilst the walls feature Belgian-inspired murals including, of course, characters from The Adventures of Tintin. Another food venue is the Wine Boutique, a wine bar based off the lobby for platters and glasses of wine, decorated with wine barrels and long table seating.
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Shangri-La Bangkok is a riverside retreat on the Chao Phraya River with direct access to the BTS SkyTrain service for exploring the city. Suvarnabhumi International Airport is a 40-minute limo ride away but why not take advantage of their helipad and simply fly in, in style. The property features two wings – the 25 story Shangri-La Wing and the Krungthep Wing - currently closed at the time of writing - surrounded by lush planting. The 673 guest rooms and suites within the Shangri-La Wing offer a modern classic style, complemented by Thai motifs and artworks. Horizon Club and suite guests have access to the Horizon Club on floors 23 and 24, with a whole host of goodies, food and drink presentations throughout the day. Room sizes range from the 36 square metre Shangri-La Wing Deluxe Room to the 235 square metre one bedroom Shangri-La Wing Presidential Suite offering unrivalled, sweeping views over the city. The Krungthep Wing, enjoys its own separate entrance and lobby with 129 spacious 44 square metre rooms rising up to 215 square metres for the Krungthep Wing Presidential Suite with its own kitchen and dining areas and access to the Riverside Lounge for complimentary food and drink presentations. With high ceilings and glittering chandeliers, each room enjoys a private balcony to soak up those river views. Leisure facilities include Chi, The Spa for pampering and relaxation with some of the largest spa suites in the city alongside the 790 square metre Health Club with its well-equipped fitness centre for working out and enjoying classes whilst the riverside outdoor pool stands ready to cool down and refresh, beautifully surrounded by succulent, lush landscaping and sunbeds for catching the sun’s rays.
For tennis fans, grab a court with a tennis partner or the resident pro. There are a number of food and drink options when hunger beckons including the riverside NEXT2 Café, serving an array of Asian and international dishes with a popular Sunday brunch, the Shang Palace serving a refined Cantonese menu in an elegant setting, including an all you can eat Dim Sum Weekday lunch whilst for Thai food, head to the Salathip Thai Restaurant. There is also the Volti Tuscan Grill & Bar for traditional Trattoria Italian cuisine, the Lobby Lounge where a popular Afternoon Tea is served alongside all day dining and light meals whilst The Long Bar quenches thirst with a menu of cocktails, premium spirits and a snack menu of bar bites. For chocoholics meanwhile, the Chocolate Boutique offers a range of chocolate beverages and signature chocolate cakes and pastries alongside healthy smoothie choices.
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Lancaster Bangkok is situated in the Makkasan district with access to the Airport Rail Link and underground station for ease of movement with a complimentary tuk-tuk shuttle between them and the hotel, ideal for exploring the shopping malls, Buddhist temples and the tantalising nightlife of Sukhumvit. With 231 elegantly luxurious rooms and suites, each with marble bathrooms and bespoke amenities, room sizes range from a roomy 40 square metres for the Deluxe Rooms up to 80 square metres for the Sky Garden Suites with furnished outdoor terrace and whirlpool baths to 120 square metres for the two-bedroom Siam Suite up on the top floor complete with kitchen, lounge and dining area, perfect for CEO or family stays. The Siam Suite lies conveniently adjacent to the Club Lounge for that “hotel within a hotel” experience. There are also sleek premium apartments for extended stays with fully equipped kitchens with washing machines and a dining area accommodating up to six people which can be extended with interconnecting rooms as necessary.
When it comes to wining and dining, head to the Siam Brasserie for international and Thai delights served from an open kitchen to enjoy the culinary theatrics, to The Lancaster Bar for cocktails, local beers and Thai tapas and light bites or head to Kiku Sushi for authentic Japanese dining. The Lancaster Wellness Floor offers the Viva Jiva spa with Western and Eastern therapies and 500 square metre fully equipped gym with a host of classes for all fitness levels. For relaxing those muscles, purifying the skin and detoxing, head to the Himalayan Salt Sauna, the Steam Grotto and the Ice Fountain. For cooling off, there is a 20-metre outdoor pool, perfect for swimming laps before taking a smoothie or a snack at High Bar whilst enjoying the rooftop views.
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Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok is a resort-style retreat, overlooking the popular Erawan Shrine on Ratchadamri Road which houses a statue of Phra Phrom, the Thai equivalent to Brahma, the Hindu god of creation, famous for bringing good fortune and granting wishes. Linked to two SkyTrain stations and premium shopping centres, the property features 380 luxuriously uncluttered rooms including 44 suites. All feature window seats, soaking tubs with rainforest walk-in showers, the signature Hyatt Grand Bed, Bluetooth enabled JBL sound systems, pillow menus and the normal luxury amenities. Room sizes range from the 40 square metre King Bed to the Garden Villa King Suite set within the gardens on the fifth floor with a rain shower with steam function and an en-suite spa facility right up to 240 square metres for the Erawan Suite King, located on the 22nd floor. This elevated space enjoys sweeping views over the Bangkok skyline plus offering its own kitchen, dining room, spa-like bathroom and 24/7 butler service. It also comes with VIP Fast Track and immigration services at the airport. All suites and Club rooms have access to the Grand Club Lounge with its all-day refreshments and evening cocktails.
For pampering, enjoy the I.Sawan Residential Spa with its extensive menu of facial, body and nail treatments and residential garden villas. The Spa also offers a well-equipped and glass walled TechnoGym Greenhouse Fitness Centre with a free weights area, personal trainers on request, a whole roster of fitness classes and other facilities such as a whirlpool, steam room, sauna and cold plunge pool in the changing rooms. For racquet fans, there is a tennis court available alongside squash courts and table tennis. For those who like to cool off, the freeform 25 metre swimming pool with hot tub is the obvious choice, with its teak deck and sun loungers to enjoy the sun. Swimming lessons are available on request. Dining wise, head to Salvia for some Sardinian treats; Gaston for a steak frites within a rustic Parisian-style bistro; The Dining Room for all day dining from an international menu with a Grand Sunday Brunch served on the first Sunday of the month; You&Mee noodle house for Asian delights using the best of local ingredients and the Erawan Bakery for traditional French bread, pastries and croissants. For a stylish Thai take on the traditional Afternoon Tea, the elegant award-winning Erawan Tea Room overlooks the Erawan Shrine; The Breezeway sits near the pool and offers a casual Thai and International treats menu whilst Bar @494 offers an extensive list of wines and spirits including 10 exotic gins from around the world.
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Pullman Bangkok Hotel G is located in the heart of the Silom district, close to Sathorn and just a short walk from the Chong Nonsi BTS SkyTrain station for onward exploration of the city. There are 469 spacious, contemporary styled rooms and suites, all featuring floor to ceiling windows overlooking the city and C O Bigelow bathroom amenities. Rooms sizes range from 34 square metres for all the rooms from G Deluxe Rooms to Executive and G Club Rooms with lounge access, right up to the all-white urban loft style G Suite at 77 square metres, perfect for instagrammers to the 165 square metre Presidential Suite with its classic style, signature Pullman linens, a pillow menu and sunken bath. Executive rooms and suite guests enjoy access to the Executive Club Lounge on the 27th floor for all day complimentary beverages and food services throughout the day.
For relaxation, there is a sheltered outdoor pool looking out over the city, the Fit Lounge overlooking the pool with cardio and strength gym equipment, free weights, steam rooms and fitness classes on the fifth floor and a personalised spa using the Anne Sémonin treatment collection. For food and drink, head to the Tiva Restaurant for Italian-Thai fusion cuisine, the Scarlett Wine Bar & Restaurant on the 37th floor for rooftop drinks with a view, complemented by a French favourites menu or the more casual 25 Degrees Burger Bar, the only 24/7 gourmet burger restaurant in town for all day breakfasts, salads, milkshakes and a fully stocked bar.
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SKYVIEW Hotel Bangkok is located within Bangkok’s fashion district, adjacent to the Emporium and EmQuartier shopping malls and the BTS SkyTrain service to explore all the city has to offer. An urban escape on Sukhumvit Soi 24, this hotel features 285 contemporary guest rooms and suites, all with floor to ceiling windows to let the light flood in and to enjoy the city views. Rooms range in size from 30 square metres for the Premier Room right up to 62 square metres for the top-of-the-line Skyview Grand Suite and the Skyview Executive Suite, with their residential apartment feel, separate lounge, marble bathrooms and integrated kitchenette, complete with washing machine. The colour palette is neutral with light wood panelling and crisp white linens allowing the view to be the focus of the room. For those who love to look out over the city, there are two rooftop bars – the MOJJO Rooftop Lounge & Bar with an indoor/outdoor space and 360-degree views out over Bangkok and a whiskey and rum based cocktail list complemented by Cuban-themed furnishings and a Latin inspired backbeat – and the Vanilla Sky Rooftop Bar. This second bar also features sterling views of the city 35 stories up with live DJs every Friday and Saturday and a menu of handcrafted cocktails with a bar bites menu. There is sofa seating surrounded by lush planting, enhanced by the city lights backdrop.
For more substantial dining, head to the all-day dining Prime for an à la carte buffet on the seventh floor, full of Eastern and Western menu favourites with an open plan Italian kitchen conjuring up Italian specialities in front of your eyes. For keeping cool by the pool, there is the Liquid Pool Bar for light bites and cocktails by the pool and Jacuzzi on the eighth floor. Relax inside in the contemporary lounge or on a sun lounger, soaking up the rays from dawn to dusk. For those who like a whiskey or a cigar, head to the old school leather armchairs of the Whiskey & Cigar Bar with a walk-in humidor of over 100 handmade imported cigars and an array of whiskies whilst looking out at the city from the 32nd floor. For relaxation, aside from the infinity edge outdoor pool, there is a 24/7 fitness centre for keeping up with those workouts whilst travelling. For Bangkok exploration, the hotel also works with a team of expert guides to show you around the city and to discover off the beaten track gems for a taste of the real Thailand.
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Hansar Bangkok Hotel
Hansar Bangkok Hotel is a boutique gem, located in the heart of the city on Rajadamri Road with the Erawan Shrine just a five-minute stroll away, the green enclave of Lumpini Park a ten-minute walk, the Royal Bangkok Sports Club just five minutes further and the bustling shopping street of Silom a stop away by BTS SkyTrain, the station 200 metres from the hotel.
There are just 94 suites at the hotel, all intuitively designed in a contemporary style to offer a residential appeal and come complete with floor to ceiling windows with urban or Royal Bangkok Sports Club views; integrated kitchenettes with full size hobs, ovens and refrigerators; a mix of wood and carpet flooring; silk panels; comfortable sofa seating and streamlined bathrooms with a walk-in wardrobe. Ranging in size from 59 square metres for the Luxury and Horizon Suites, 71 for the Urban, 77 for the Edge, 82 for the Vertigo and 125 for the ultimate Loft Suite, as the size increases, the space is partitioned for increased privacy. The Loft Suite is a duplex with the master suite upstairs and the day to day living spaces beneath. Every room enjoys hair dryers, irons and ironing boards, washing machines, pillow menus, buffet & a la carte breakfasts and complimentary minibars, replenished daily.
When it comes to relaxation, enjoy the infinity edge pool and Jacuzzi on the eighth floor serviced by the pool bar, take a sauna or steam, work out at the fitness centre with LifeFitness equipment to keep up with your cardio regime whilst for pampering, there is the acclaimed Luxsa Spa with a range of massages, scrubs, wraps and facials. For wining and dining, head to Eve for breakfast with organic, locally produced, seasonal dishes with fresh bakery. Come back for dinner at the Eve Bistro for international favourites served in a custom designed space overlooking a landscaped terrace whilst Elefin Café is a Thai take on the modern café, serving a range of Thai dishes, salads, sandwiches and pastas with homemade pastries, breads and cakes. With a farm to table ethos, they also serve Thai-grown coffee for a handcrafted experience. Next to the Elefin Café, is the Arizuki Restaurant, open for lunch and dinner for a taste of Japanese dining. For classic cocktails, a bar menu with light bites beautifully presented, cigars and live music, Rouge Bar is at your service for indoor and outdoor seating surrounded by greenery.
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Conrad Bangkok is located in Bangkok’s commercial district and is linked to the All Seasons Place shopping complex with the BTS SkyTrain station nearby to explore the city, accessed with the hotel’s complimentary shuttle. The 391 elegantly attired rooms and suites set over 32 floors are Art Deco inspired with Thai accents, replete with wood panelling and decorative elements, Thai artworks and silk for a touch of luxury. There are floor to ceiling windows and all the facilities one expects nowadays with equally roomy bathrooms with granite counters and separate showers and deep soaking tubs. Room sizes are generous, ranging from the spacious Deluxe Room at 41 square metres through to the 102 square metre Terrace Suite for that touch of the outdoors and the spacious Presidential Suite, coming in at more than double the size at 238 square metres. Executive rooms and all the suites enjoy complimentary access to the Executive Lounge with a wide range of food and drink presentations throughout the day. The entire seventh floor of the property is dedicated to wellness with the Seasons Spa at Conrad Bangkok offering eleven treatment rooms and a range of hydrotherapy options including a sunken Japanese tub, a whirlpool and steam room. Seasons Spa offers a range of Eastern and Western treatments and therapies, using products from Aromatherapy Associates.
The resort style outdoor pool is succulently surrounded by lush landscaping and swaying palm trees with the City Terrace restaurant sited nearby for poolside snacking. For workouts whilst travelling, the Bodyworx Fitness Centre offers a range of TechnoGym equipment and free weights with a number of fitness classes and yoga. There are also two floodlit tennis courts for the energetic. When it comes to eating and drinking, there are five choices available ranging from Café@2, open for breakfast with both Asian and western fare; the City Terrace offering a laid back tropical vibe, next to the pool and surrounded by leafy plants with healthy menu choices and Tiki cocktails at night; the Diplomat Bar, a legendary haunt for those in the know, renowned for its band – Mystique - cocktails and wine list, open from early morning to midnight for daytime snacks and Afternoon Tea. For Japanese fare, head to KiSara on level three, serving authentic Japanese dishes with both a sushi and teppanyaki counter whilst Liu on the same level serves an acclaimed Cantonese menu with freshly made Dim Sum and a signature Peking Duck.
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