Thailand · 20 handpicked hotels
Bangkok's hotels are among the most extraordinary in the world. From legendary riverside palaces to rooftop infinity pools floating above the city's skyline, Thailand's capital delivers luxury at a scale that is hard to match anywhere.
Our selection
Charoen Krung
The most celebrated hotel in Asia, open since 1876. Joseph Conrad, Somerset Maugham and Noël Coward all stayed here. The garden wing, Bamboo Bar and sunset views across the Chao Phraya are legendary.
Charoen Krung
A river-fronting tower with the finest views of the Bangkok skyline, excellent helicopter transfers from the airport and the Peninsula's signature ultra-attentive service.
Charoen Krung
The most refined addition to Bangkok's riverside hotel scene. Just 101 rooms and residences with a magnificent riverside location and the hushed luxury that Capella is known for.
Ploenchit
A soaring tower in the Ploenchit financial district with stunning city views, exceptional restaurants including Nan Bei and Lennon's bar, and the finest spa in Bangkok.
Ratchaprasong
On Bangkok's premium shopping strip with butler service, the Michelin-starred Viu restaurant and the kind of grand-hotel service that the St. Regis brand delivers consistently.
Sukhumvit
Seventy-nine spacious suites inspired by the famous Chiang Mai guesthouse. The rooftop pool, personalised service and serene atmosphere are unlike anything else in Bangkok.
Ratchaprasong
A Thai palace of a hotel at the intersection of Bangkok's finest shopping streets. The Thai classical murals, spa and Mai Tai rooftop bar are all outstanding.
Ratchaprasong
Adjacent to the sacred Erawan Shrine at Bangkok's most blessed intersection. The restaurants, spa and central location make this one of the city's most practical luxury choices.
Sathorn
A low-rise resort hotel of extraordinary serenity in the heart of Bangkok. The pool, spa, Celadon Thai restaurant and garden create a rare urban oasis.
Sathorn
Karl Lagerfeld and M.L. Poom Diskul designed this striking tower, the most fashion-forward hotel in Bangkok. The rooftop pool and park, SO SPA and Riva del Fiume restaurant are excellent.
Silom
Home to the legendary Sirocco sky bar and restaurant on the 63rd floor, immortalised in The Hangover Part II. The tallest alfresco restaurant in the world.
Sathorn
A sleek, minimalist tower on Sathorn with the outstanding COMO Shambhala spa, Nahm Thai restaurant and the clean, purposeful design COMO does so well.
Sukhumvit
A sophisticated boutique in the upscale Langsuan neighbourhood with a 1920s art deco theme, rooftop bar and the kind of curated design detail that distinguishes it completely.
Ratchaprasong
The Park Hyatt's Bangkok debut is a striking tower with Bangkok's finest rooftop bar, an excellent spa and the Thai craftsmanship in every detail that the brand is known for.
Sathorn
A pioneering Bangkok skyscraper hotel with an extraordinary 61st-floor spa, the famous Vertigo rooftop restaurant and some of the highest rooms in the city.
Langsuan
The newest luxury arrival on the Bangkok scene with a beautiful rooftop pool, social lobby and the Kimpton's distinctive, pet-friendly, personalised approach.
Thonglor
A sleek, urban boutique in trendy Thonglor with a spectacular sky pool, excellent cocktail bar and the neighbourhood energy of Bangkok's most fashionable street.
Dusit
A private member's club and hotel with some of Bangkok's most dramatic interiors. The antique collection, riverside villa setting and personal butler service are extraordinary.
Lumphini
A new tower in the Sindhorn Village complex with excellent facilities, a large outdoor pool and the brand-new energy of a hotel that knows it needs to earn its place.
Ratchathewi
A colourful design boutique with a rooftop bar, comfortable rooms and the warmth of a well-run independent hotel in a practical central location.