We love Bangkok. The mega metropolis is all things to all people, managing to be both sophisticated and rugged, and all things in between. You can be anyone here – get lost and lose yourself, or show off and flaunt – in Thailand’s capital, you can have it all. When visiting the capital the hotel options are endless. We’ve spent a lot of time in Bangkok and in doing so, we’ve developed an affection for some places that keeps us coming back again and again. Here are our 5 IDEAL hotels in Bangkok.
RIVER SURYA – LOCATED ON THE RIVERSIDE
A boutique 4 star hotel offering dreamy views across the water, River Surya is an idyllic urban getaway, offering easy access to Bangkok’s historic past from a vantage point of the city’s sophisticated present. The hotel is located on Phra Athit Road which is one of the hippest streets in Bangkok. Lining the street is an abundance of cute cafes, groovy bars and local eateries. With it’s thriving music scene and eclectic mix of clientele, the area has a unique and inviting vibe that attracts locals and tourists alike. It’s also right next to Khao San road – supremely handy as you can make the most of the area’s budget vibe while staying in a gorgeous hotel.
Read our full review of River Surya here
TOWER CLUB AT LEBUA – LOCATED ON SILOM ROAD
If your have a penchant for opulence and insist on the finest things that life has to offer while you’re on holiday, then the Lebua will not disappoint. From the service and facilities, to the rooms and the captivating views over Bangkok, all aspects of the hotel play a part in making your stay at the Lebua one to remember. Towering over central Bangkok, the Tower Club at Lebua is located in Bang Rak, close to the Silom business district and the Chao Phraya River
Read our full review of Tower Club at Lebua here
ANANTARA RIVERSIDE – LOCATED ON THE RIVERSIDE
Situated on the west shore of Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River, Anantara’s location feels a little isolated from the rest of the city, however in reality it’s not at all. On the edge of Bangkok’s business district, its position differentiates the hotel from others in the Sathorn area and it’s all the better for it. The quiet location is a welcome escape from the madness of the city, but close enough to the bustle and excitement of attractions like Asiatique (opposite) that you still feel part of it. The hotel has an elegant old world charm about. Traditional wooden carvings abound and marble floors gleam. The grounds are stunning with an abundance of tropical plants and gorgeous palm tress. The sweeping views of the river are breathtaking and you can get lost, watching all the boats go by. Also, you can’t beat sunset here. Witnessing day become night from the edge of the Anantara’s pier is something that will stay with you forever.
Read our full review of Anantara Riverside here
THE SIAM, BANGKOK – LOCATED ON THE RIVERSIDE
Nestled amongst Bangkok’s historical palaces, temples and museums; a lucky few will happen upon the boutique gem, The Siam. With just 39 suites and villas set in three acres of prime land on the banks of Chao Phraya River in the city’s lesser known Royal Dusit district, The Siam is a true benchmark property in Bangkok. The Siam offers all the services expected in a property of this calibre and more, all delivered with panache and intuitive Thai service.
Read our 5 ideal reasons to stay at The Siam here
SIAM KEMPINSKI – LOCATED BEHIND SIAM PARAGON MALL
If you are looking for a hotel that will take your breath away then you have found it. Although five star hotels in Bangkok are abundant, few hotels in the capital can compare to the luxurious world of Siam Kempinski. Tucked just behind one of Asia’s largest shopping complexes, the hotel is a stone’s throw away from the Siam Paragon Mall, Central World, MBK and the markets of Pathuwan. Out of all the luxury hotels in Bangkok, this one really is in an enviable position and the perfect place for people who love to shop, allowing guests to easily enjoy the restaurants, shops and hustle and bustle of the walkway-linked luxury shopping malls of Bangkok
Read our full review of the Siam Kempinski here
SO SOFITEL – LOCATED NEXT TO LUMPINI PARK
A boutique hotel in the centre of Bangkok that fuses French luxury with Thai culture, and at the heart of it all – The Tree of Life; an emblem designed by famed couturier and design legend Christian Lacroix. The emblem combines the five elements of water, earth, wood, metal and fire into one uniting icon. Situated on the corner of North Sathorn Road and Rama IV roads, the Sofitel So Bangkok has a phenomenal view and looks over the lush green Lumphini Park – Bangkok’s equivalent of Central Park.Come here To stay in a ultra-stylish boutique hotel where everything is plush, lush and modish.
Read our full review to the So Sofitel here
SHANGHAI MANSIONS – LOCATED ON YAOWARAT RD (CHINATOWN)
On Yaowarat Road, right in the heart of Bangkok’s most vibrant Chinatown, this 4-star hotel can be found right in the thick of things. Stepping off the busy street into its calm, cool surroundings is immediately relaxing, like applying Aloe Vera to sunburnt skin. The building is nine floors high, and steeped in glamorous history. It used to be owned by one of the country’s most prominent Thai-Chinese families, and was a Chinese Opera House for performing arts. It also served as a house of ill-repute for a while. The hotel still has a sense of theatricality and artistry about it today which can be found in its decor. Here, the romance of old-world Shanghai is met with the modern comfort and style of new-world Shanghai. Although the fabulous décor transports you back to a bygone era, the modern amenities allow all the comfort you so desperately need after 12 hours hunched up on a plane or bus.