Where are the best hotels to stay in Bangkok?

If you’re one of the few million people desperate to visit the land of paradise that is Thailand, then you’re probably wondering where you can find good accommodation. If you’re looking for a place to stay in the capital, Bangkok is one of the best places to stay, with some of the finest hotels in the country!

Rooms that are both modern and steeped in Asian and Thai culture, wooden furniture freshly carved by the hands of local workers, shimmering colours, and balconies overlooking the city and all the greenery that surrounds it… That’s the idea! Here are our five hotel gems.

Where to stay in Bangkok?

1. Akara Hotel

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Location: 372 sri AyutthayaRoad Thanon Phyathai Rajthevi, 10 400, Bangkok,Thailand

Category: Prestige (luxury)

Highlights:

• Free parking
• Ideal for visiting the historic city centre
• Free high-speed internet
• Swimming pool
• Bar/lounge
• Fitness centre/gym
• Airport shuttle

Weak points:

• Its proximity to the city can make the hotel noisy from time to time

Hotel description: A serene and peaceful atmosphere reigns here. Beautifully decorated, the comfortable double rooms offer a spacious setting, with large carpets inspired by the country’s culture. It’s a perfect place for couples. It offers a lovely setting, and guests are always satisfied with their stay: the view is pleasant and the staff are always smiling and concerned for guests’ well-being. What’s more, the hotel is very close to the tramway and a shopping centre.

2. Tower Club Lebua

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Location: 1055 Silom Road 51st Through 59th Floors, 10500, Bangkok, Thailand

Category: Favourite

Highlights:

• Free toiletries
• Free high speed internet
• Monument view
• Italian shower

Weak points :

• Reputed to be a very family-friendly place, so it can be noisy and hectic

Hotel description: Push open the reception door and you’ll find a magnificent lounge leading to your room, decorated to the millimetre. The hotel seems to radiate a calm atmosphere. The rooms are very modern and the colours are discreet and pleasant: it’s typically the kind of place where you want to make a permanent home. A sort of second home. You have an uninterrupted view of Bangkok, and you won’t feel completely out of place as some French people work in the hotel! Very well located, it’s a quiet place just waiting for its guests!

3. Peninsula

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Location: 333 Charoennakorn Road, Klong-Tonsai, Klongsan, 10600, Bangkok, Thailand

Category: Favourite/Good value for money

Highlights:

• Free parking
• Free high-speed internet
• Fitness centre/gym
• Aerobics
• Bar/lounge
• Jacuzzi
• Valet parking

Weak points :

• Due to evening entertainment, the hotel can be prone to noise and commotion

Hotel description : Located on the banks of the famous “Chao Phraya” river, many former guests describe it as a “jewel”, where tired travellers come to rest during a stay. The rooms are very chic and most have a view of the city and its surroundings. Guests love to come and relax in the pool while sipping a delicious, professionally-cooked coffee. The concierge will be happy to provide you with information on what to visit in the area. As an added bonus, the hotel’s restaurant features fresh, traditional local produce on its menu. Enjoy your stay!

4. Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn

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Location: 33/1 South Sathorn Road, Yanawa, Sathorn,10 120, Bangkok, Thailand

Category: Prestige (luxury)/Good value for money

Highlights:

• Free high-speed internet
• Fitness centre/gym
• Bar/lounge
• Swimming pool
• Car rental
• Taxi service

Weak points :

• Non-smoking hotel

Hotel description : Want to feel like royalty? After all, you’re in one of the most beautiful places in the world! Just minutes from downtown Bangkok, this hotel is one of the most splendid in the region. This 4-star establishment offers sumptuous suites for an unforgettable stay! Each room is different, so you’ll feel like you’re entering a different world every time. The Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn is one of the most popular hotels for foreign guests, and it’s easy to see why!

5. Shangri-La Hotel

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Location: 89 Soi Wat Suan Plu, Bangrak, 10 500, Bangkok, Thailand

Category: Favourite/Good value for money

Highlights:

• Free high-speed internet
• Fitness centre/gym
• Bar/lounge
• Swimming pool
• Breakfast buffet
• Airport shuttle

Weak points :

• Non-smoking hotel

Hotel description : Overlooking the river with a splendid view. You feel like a fish in water! The rooms have been inspired by the country’s culture, and guests particularly like to sink into the soft beds and armchairs. This is a family-run hotel, which can also accommodate couples and groups of friends: you can be sure that your stay will be full of tranquillity. On top of that, you have easy access to all the attractions and monuments Bangkok has to offer. What’s more, the quality of the services and the restaurant are, apparently, to die for!