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13 luxe Bangkok hotels for exploring the Thai capital

Whether you're a fist-time visitor or a seasoned sojourner, these Bangkok hotels offer location and luxury.
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From tantalising restaurants to awe-inspiring galleries, impressive hotels to high-end shopping malls, there’s certainly something for every luxury traveller in this lively Asian capital.

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With a metro population of over 11 million and an estimated 25 million tourists touching down in Bangkok last year alone, finding your own haven to refresh and rest between exploring is key.

Whether you spend your days immersing yourself in the historical sites of Bangkok with an array of temples to inspire, or dive head first into the buzzy food scene with night markets and tasting tours a plenty, being spoiled for choice has quickly become the norm in this tourist hotspot and it’s easy to see why.

So when it comes to striking the right balance between rest and play, our editors are here to help. Creating a curated list of the top places to stay in Bangkok, whether you’re a fist-time visitor or a seasoned traveller, these Bangkok hotels offer location and luxury to make sure your trip leaves you with fond memories.

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Luxe Bangkok hotel with bay views

interior room of mandarin oriental bangkok

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Mandarin Oriental Bangkok

The Mandarin Oriental really needs no introduction. This establishment is primed with five stars and a coveted Marina Bay location, is home to seven top-tier eateries, a rooftop pool and Thailand’s first hotel spa that boasts five stars of its own. You’re all set for unwinding even if you don’t venture beyond the hotel’s lobby.

Reasons to stay:

  • Thailand’s first luxury hotel spa
  • Chao Phraya River location
  • 12 individual restaurants and bars
  • Luxury Escapes is currently offering a $855/night deal

Luxe Bangkok hotel for a romantic city break

Capella Bangkok pool view

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Capella Bangkok

Customise your ideal sojourn at the glamorous Capella Bangkok. Offering round-trip limousine transfer from any Bangkok residence, daily sunrise yoga by the river or Michelin-starred dining at Côte By Mauro Colagreco, one of the many restaurants onsite. Capella also offers private villas set on the riverbank, giving you more space to rest, play and enjoy your holiday, tailored to how you like it.

Reasons to stay:

  • Limousine transfer
  • Michelin star restaurant
  • Private villa

Luxe Bangkok hotel for business travel

The Peninsula Bangkok interiors

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The Peninsula Bangkok

Dine al-fresco, relax by the pool, or travel by river taxi when you stay at The Peninsula Bangkok. This spacious hotel offers a balanced base between exploring, situated along the bank of the Chao Phraya River, and is just 45 minutes from the airport.

Reasons to stay:

  • Free ferry transfer from Saphan Taksin BTS Station
  • Three restaurants onsite
  • Views of the Chao Phraya River

Old school luxe hotel in the heart of Bangkok

Hotel Muse Bangkok, Autograph Collection rooftop bar

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Hotel Muse Bangkok, Autograph Collection

Think 1920s glitz at Hotel Muse Bangkok. Situated in the heart of the city, Hotel Muse offers enviable skyline views alongside luxurious amenities. Sip on an Old Fashioned at the hotel’s vibey speakeasy bar located on the 24th and 25th floor, before dining at one of the hotel’s top tier restaurants. From steak to award-winning Italian, it’s a hard choice.

Reasons to stay:

  • Central location and well connected via Skytrain
  • Award-winning Italian restaurant, Medici Kitchen and Bar
  • Outdoor pool and poolside bar

Contemporary urban hotel in Bangkok

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The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon lobby

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The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon

With an unconventional design as bright as its city, The Standard is a outlier in the Bangkok hotel scene in the best of ways. First opening in 2022, this hotel offers its guests an ‘ultra-cool’ escape within the buzzing capital featuring a 24-hour gym, rooftop pool surrounded by palm trees, international Cantonese restaurant Mott 32 – not to mention the city’s highest rooftop bar aptly named Sky Beach.

Reasons to stay:

  • Rooftop lagoon pool with surrounding palms
  • Highest rooftop bar in the city
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows with city views in every room

Luxe Bangkok hotel with rooftop bar

Banyan Tree Bangkok rooftop

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Banyan Tree Bangkok

Banyan Tree knows a thing or two about five star luxury – offering seven onsite restaurants, highly awarded rooftop Moon Bar, luxurious bedrooms and panoramic city views from one of Asia’s tallest buildings. The Banyan Tree certainly delivers across the board.

Reasons to stay:

  • Must-visit rooftop Moon Bar
  • Short stroll to popular tourist attractions
  • Seven onsite restaurants

Luxe Bangkok hotel with a full-service spa

137 Pillars Residences Bangkok rooftop pool

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137 Pillars Residences Bangkok

137 Pillars Residences Bangkok offers a break from the demands of your daily life back home. Indulge in holistic wellness treatments at the full-service spa, kick up your heels by the outdoor pool, or explore the city with the complimentary shuttle service. This luxe hotel retreat provides an unparalleled setting for soaking up the serenity.

Reasons to stay:

  • Full service spa
  • Complimentary shuttle
  • Room with private balcony

Luxe Bangkok hotel with a location primed for exploring

Oriental Residence Bangkok interiors

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Oriental Residence Bangkok

Make yourself at home in the heart of city. Within a 10-minute walk of Central Embassy and Lumphini Park, Oriental Residence Bangkok offers free valet parking, a complimentary shuttle bus and fine French cuisine at Café Claire.

Reasons to stay:

  • Centrally located
  • Valet parking
  • Indoor-outdoor lap pool overlooking the stunning city skyline.
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Luxe Bangkok hotel for tranquility outside the city

The Siam pool

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The Siam

Escape the city hustle and bustle by staying at The Siam set along the Chaopraya River for some R and R. Here you can trade the go-go-go for riverside lounging by the pool and unwinding at the spa. Designed by Bill Bensley, geometric black and white accents feature throughout this contemporary hotel.

Reasons to stay:

  • Free shuttle boat from hotel to Sathorn Pier
  • Spa and fitness centre
  • Riverside swimming pool
  • Babysitting services

Luxe Bangkok hotel for a hard-to-rival five-star experience

Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok

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Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok

Featuring a helipad, a limo car service and amenities like an onsite shopping centre, spa, pool and outdoor tennis court, choosing what to do first will be your only concern at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok. All 380 rooms offer comforts such as pillow menus, as well as areas for taking those business calls as well as the skyline.

Reasons to stay:

  • Limousine service
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Five onsite restaurants

Luxe Bangkok hotel for travelling with family

Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel pool

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Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel

Conveniently located and one-minute’s walk from the Skytrain, Anantara Siam Bangkok is perfect for those travelling with family. Besides its prime location to transport services, the hotel itself caters to children exceptionally, with a kids’ club, kids’ meals, large family rooms, babysitting services, kids’ outdoor play equipment, as well as a pool. Essentially, this luxury hotel caters class to even the youngest travellers.

Reasons to stay:

  • Large family rooms
  • Kids’ club and play areas
  • One-minute walk to Skytrain

Luxe Bangkok hotel that offers a little bit of everything

Waldorf Astoria Bangkok interiors

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Waldorf Astoria Bangkok

A rooftop pool with floating cabanas, personal concierge for planning custom excursions, suites for hosting private dinner parties, dining experiences combining Thai cuisine with New York glamour…the Waldorf Astoria has it all. From its high end fitness centre and spa, to its luxurious rooms full of natural light, the Waldorf oozes sophistication.

Reasons to stay:

  • Five-minute walk to shopping centre and tourist attractions
  • Pool service including fresh fruit and refreshing cold towels
  • Five dining options

Luxe Bangkok hotel on Wireless Road

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The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok interiors

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The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok

The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok nestled in the prestigious One Bangkok district offers a retreat to return to within Bangkok’s vibrant metropolis. Rejuvenate at the world-class spa and take in the views of Lumpini Park and the sunset from Club Lounge balcony before dining at one of the hotel’s concept eateries.

Reasons to stay:

  • Within the One Bangkok district
  • Views of Lumpini Park
  • Four dining concepts
  • The Ritz-Carlton Spa

Where is the best area to stay in Bangkok as a first-time visitor?

Truthfully, there is no right answer. Different areas attract different tourists and depends on what type of holiday you’re in the market for. However, as a first timer to the city looking for luxury and a great base, there are two areas to highlight. The first, and most central of the two is Sukhumvit. Sukhumvit is trendy, popular with tourists and features several luxury hotels. Well connected thanks to the Skytrain, Sukhumvit is great option.

Another popular choice for luxury travellers is Bangkok’s Riverside. A slightly quieter and fancier side to Bangkok, adjacent to all the noise. This area is notable for its array of upper end hotels, restaurants and many temples and shrines to visit, making it equally perfect for couples, families and first-time visitors.

When is the best time to visit Bangkok to avoid crowds?

The dry season – November to February – is the most crowed time to visit Thailand. To enjoy Bangkok when it’s less crowded while still catching the good weather, try to plan your holiday around the shoulder seasons – March to June. The rainy or “monsoon” season occurs between July and October.

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