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As one of the cities that never gets old, Bangkok always has something new to discover, no matter how many times you’ve been there.

From the plethora of options for food, culture, nightlife, shopping, and even hotels in Bangkok,

there’s always something that is bound to get you excited, with experiences to share with the locals who will smile at you everywhere you go.

Related: Bangkok’s Guide for First Timer

So if you’re coming to Bangkok and don’t know where to stay, we have a list of hotels in Bangkok covered!

Contents

• • The Siam Hotel
• • Le Meridien Suvarnabhumi
• • SALA Rattanakosin
• • Hotel Bangkok Palace
• • Capella Bangkok
• • The Sukhothai Bangkok
• • Hotel Landmark Bangkok
• • Bangkok Publishing Residence

 

1. The Siam Hotel

If you want to take a look at Thailand’s high society (known as the hi-so) glamorous lifestyle, The Siam might be the perfect place to go.

The Siam is an exquisite and one-of-a-kind heritage-style luxury five-star hotel.

Combining classic Thai influences with Art Deco aesthetics, this place reigns as Bangkok’s most accomplished urban hideaway.

Set in the upmarket neighborhood of Dusit, downstream from Bangkok’s historic district,

the property offers easy access to the city’s main temples and museums, with riverboats to bring you to wherever you may wish to go to!

Photo source The Siam

Related: What to do around The Siam, Bangkok

Designed expertly by hotel guru Bill Bensley, there has been plenty of talk around town involving The Siam,

featuring an incredible central courtyard under glass with luscious vegetation, breathtaking wooden Buddha statues dating back to the 16th century,

and a fantastic antique collection furnishing the rooms.

There are only 28 “standard” rooms (which are suites compared to other hotels in Bangkok), which come with high wooden ceilings,

massive beds, and large bathrooms with stylish tubs, ensuring that you share the sense of exclusivity with a very select few.

Within the property, you can enjoy a 23 metre-long pool, the grandiose Opium Spa,

gym with sessions you can choose such as yoga, meditation, or Muay Thai boxing, a library, and a movie theatre.

Photo source The Siam Hotel

With so many things to do around the compound, you’ll be happy to hear that the staff will gladly accompany you on your exploration around the neighborhood.

Other must-try experiences include a sunset cruise on a traditional rice barge, a private dinner, or maybe ‘sak yant’ –a sacred tattoo in Buddhist and Hindu traditions.

Photo source The Siam Hotel

 

The Siam Hotel

Rate starts from 14,000 THB (butler service, smartphone, hotel river boat included)

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2. Le Meridien Suvarnabhumi

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It doesn’t get much closer than Le Meridien Suvarnabhumi that’s perfect for you if you don’t want to be stuck in Bangkok’s infamous traffic before the flight.

The hotel is just 20 minutes away from the airport, though they don’t provide a free shuttle like hotel Bangkok airport should do.

However, it’s a little bit challenging for you to go to Bangkok’s top tourist places, given that it’s located some way away from the city centre.

Not to fret though, you instead get to enjoy peace and quiet, a nice break from the hustle of Bangkok.

Photo source Le Meridien Suvarnabhumi

The hotel itself is a combination between outdoor and indoor (similar to a verandah), with floor-to-ceiling windows, and many sitting areas.

The hotel, being located in the middle of a gold course, caters to your curious mind with a massive property open to exploration.

The rooms are also huge and have everything you would probably need on your trip: conveniently placed USB ports, international standard power ports,

with a large bathroom with a bathtub, and a balcony with a seating area, among other standard hotel amenities.

Photo source Le Meridien Suvarnabhumi

 

Le Meridien Suvarnabhumi

Rate starts from 4,800 THB

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3. SALA Rattanakosin

Not many hotels in Bangkok have a better location than SALA Rattanakosin, which backs onto Bangkok’s biggest hitters,

like the Grand Palace, Wat Pho Temple, Chao Phraya River and Wat Arun.

There are many nearby attractions just by the hotel too, such as the lovely morning flower market,

the Thonburi canals and a number of hip art galleries and creative spaces, making this hotel perfect for Bangkok first-timers!

Photo source SALA Rattanakosin

Related: Chao Phraya River’s Travel Guide

The small hotel creates vibes that are hard to find in other hotels in, tracing back to the hotel’s past as a warehouse.

The authenticity of the hotel is maintained with dark woods, exposed brick, raw concrete pillars and filament lightbulb,

with an interesting touch of local artworks and pops of fresh orchards.

But what makes the place even more beautiful is the view of Wat Arun Temple that can be seen from every part of the hotel,

offering arguably one of the most unique views in beautiful Bangkok.

Photo source: SALA Rattanakosin

Since the hotel is small size, you shouldn’t expect a swimming pool or spa, not that you would have time to use it,

given the hotel’s prime location that will beg you to spend your day and night exploring around the area!

SALA Rattanakosin’s 15 rooms each offer a different vibe and layouts which are very nicely lined with white linens and white curtains to enhance the hotel’s minimalist concept.

 

SALA Rattanakosin

Rate starts from 3,850 THB

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4. Hotel Bangkok Palace

Located in the middle of Bangkok, Hotel Bangkok Palace offers you convenience if you want to go anywhere around Bangkok.

From temples, parks and shopping districts, on top of plenty of authentic food options around the hotel loved by tourists.

That’s why this hotel Bangkok City has some special winning points, as compared to the others.

Photo source Hotel Bangkok Palace

Aimed at large groups seeking budget accommodations, Hotel Bangkok Palace offers everything you need for Bangkok’s first timers, like clean and comfortable rooms.

The hotel itself is also a destination, where you can enjoy some of the hotel’s facilitates, like gym, swimming pool with a swim-up bar, and on-site restaurant.

Photo source Hotel Bangkok Palace

 

Hotel Bangkok Palace

Rate starts from 1,400 THB

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5. Capella Bangkok

Located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Capella Bangkok was newly opened in 2020 and brought in a new level of sophistication and luxury;

rooms with private plunge pools, villas on the riverside, or restaurant spearheaded by one of the world’s top chefs.

As one of hotels in Bangkok 5 star, Capella Bangkok offers a prime location on the high-end part of Chao Phraya River, and there’s many attractions around the place.

Photo source Capella Bangkok

The lobby will welcome you with marble floors and glittering chrome-and-crystal ceiling lights,

Thai-inspired latticework, furniture upholstered in fine fabrics and a sprinkling of Asian antiques in the lobby.

It’s a chic and high-end design, but still giving you the vibe of cosy and elegant feel that won’t intimidate guests.

What separates them from the other hotels in Bangkok is their design concept to give the feeling of being in a private home,

where you don’t check in with the hotel’s lobby, but instead be escorted directly to the private living room,

where there is a team of “Culturists” who serve as a complete butler service and will be ready to help you plan any activities you want,

from monk-guided meditations to trips to Michelin-starred street food joints nearby.

Photo source Capella Bangkok

With just 101 rooms, the hotel manages to strike a perfect balance between intimacy and their luxury hotel service concept.

There are two room categories that stand out; the Veranda rooms with large balconies with plunge pools, cosy daybeds and seating nooks;

and Riverside villas with their own private-pool equipped gardens right on the water.

This isn’t to say the other rooms suck, as all rooms are sleek and streamlined, with bathrooms that feel like mini spas with walk-in rain showers and huge bathtubs.

Even though there are many activities to do outside the hotel, you can also do plenty within the hotel for when you’re feeling lazy,

like the swimming pool, Auriga Wellness Spa with Thai, Chinese and Indian healing rituals,

or the restaurant Côte by Mauro Colagreco that is Capella’s Bangkok pride and joy.

Photo source Capella Bangkok

 

Capella Bangkok

Rate starts from 16,500 THB

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6. The Sukhothai Bangkok

If you’re looking for hotels Bangkok that’s offering traditional and old-luxury, The Sukhothai Bangkok might be just the place.

Located 1 hour 30 minutes from hotel Bangkok airport, the Sukhothai can be found in South Sathron,

with nearby attractions like temple Wat Yannawa, Old Customs House, Mankong Phranai Muay Thai

where industry veterans and professional fighters give a private lessons, and many Thai food stalls.

Photo source The Sukhothai Bangkok

Even though it’s located in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Bangkok, the hotel radiates elegance with artistic Thai touches,

like ancient Khmer style carvings and the soothing sounds of a khim, a Thai dulcimer through the hotel’s corridors in the afternoon.

The staff are dressed in traditional silk outfits from another era, and artwork graces every nook and cranny of the hotel.

Photo source The Sukhothai Bangkok

The Sukhothai hotel is dedicated to making their guests feel like kings and queens, and even their standard rooms are luxuriously designed, with fine teak wood and Thai silk.

The themselves feel like colonial-era suites in a royal guesthouse, with large comfortable bathrooms with wooden floors, oversized bathtubs, and separate walk-in showers.

 

The Sukhothai Bangkok

Rate starts from 9,970 THB

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7. Hotel Landmark Bangkok

If you’re here to experience its upscale shopping, try to look for hotels in Bangkok Sukhumvit district.

The neighbourhood itself is vibrant, and home to some of the best restaurants, hottest club, biggest malls, and many hotels.

Photo source Culture Trip

Related: if you’re coming to Sukhumvit, read this guide

As one of luxury hotels in Sukhumvit area, Hotel Landmark Bangkok is a mix of plush opulence and contemporary design,

where nightlife, restaurants, shops, and public transportation are within a walking distance.

It may look like a traditional hotel from outside, but once inside, the grand lobby with its stained glass is strikingly beautiful.

High-ceilings, and black leather seating decorate the area. With its wide-open spaces, this hotel can resemble a cruise ship.

Photo source Hotel Landmark Bangkok

The property has 399 elegant, modern rooms that come with soft carpets, stylish corporate ambience, and wonderful city views.

There are 14 different room styles guaranteed to suit any traveler, with different features and amenities,

such as how Club Floor and Premium Club Floor guests enjoy perks,

ranging from free daily laundry, separate living and powder rooms, access to Club Lounge, even large bathtub in the bathrooms.

There are facilities all guests can enjoy while staying in the hotel, like massive Fitness First gym which guests can use at no extra cost,

I Spa, the on-site full service spa with aroma baths, facials, body scrub and massage, a pool and a hot tub with views of Bangkok city,

and seven yummy restaurants and bars you can choose.

Photo source Hotel Landmark Bangkok

 

Hotel Landmark Bangkok

Rate starts from 4,000 THB

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8. Bangkok Publishing Residence

Last on our list of hotels in Bangkok is a hotel that’s not actually just a hotel, but instead combines a hotel, museum, and artists’ retreat,

while still featuring an intimate, classy and luxurious.

Bangkok Publishing Residence is located on busy Lan Luang Road, which is a 10 minutes walk to Khao San Road

–famous tourist district, especially for backpackers.

Khao San Road is a place for bars and clubs, tasty street food, shopping to do, which suits any kind of traveler.

Related: What to do in Khao San Road

Photo source Bangkok Publishing Residence

The property itself is a unique, and a very personable hotel experience.

Their roots trace back to shophouses that printed presses producing popular Thai magazines.

They still keep the shophouse concept, though most of the walls and floors have been removed, creating a beautifully open ground-floor space.

The hotel is decorated with Thai weekly magazine covers, shelves of magazine back issue, weird objects d’art to make the history come to life.

To enhance the personal experience, in low-traffic season, the hotel organizes intimate concerts on the rooftop, where it is part garden, part patio, with indoor library.

However, this hotel is not for young families as they are restricted from teenagers and children below 15.

Photo source Bangkok Publishing Residence

There are only eight rooms within the property, each boasting spaciousness and having a distinctly cosmopolitan Old World feel.

Most of the furniture is antique, except for the comfortable beds.

The dresser can even transform into a writing desk, which is very suitable for writers and artsy people should any idea suddenly come to mind.

The retro ambience combines with modern amenities like DVD player, Nespresso machine, and Bluetooth docking station, plus compact bathrooms with beautiful large tubs or rain showers.

Photo source Bangkok Publishing Residence

Bangkok Publishing Residence

Rate starts from 5,200 THB

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