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Anantara Riverside Bangkok ResortvsChakrabongse Villas & Residences
Both Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort and Chakrabongse Villas are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort scores marginally better than Chakrabongse Villas. Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort ranks #22 in Bangkok with accolades from 8 sources such as DK Eyewitness, Lonely Planet and Jetsetter.
Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort
Jetsetter
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Oyster
Afar Magazine
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Frommer's
257/1-3 Charoennakorn Rd, Samrae Thonburi, Bangkok 10600, Thailand
From $151/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter "Part of Bangkok’s charm is the fact that it overwhelms. But along the Chao Phraya River, life decelerates. Tap into that spirit at the 408-room Anantara Bangkok Riverside Resort & Spa,..." Full review
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Stroll the grounds, which are full of open-air corridors (lit by torches in the evening) and covered bridges beneath canopies of flowers.
Lonely Planet "Located south of the city on the banks of Mae Nam Chao Phraya, ‘resort’ is in this case at least an accurate moniker for this expansive, relax-oriented hotel."
DK Eyewitness "A true resort in more than name, with great tropical gardens perfect for relaxing after a day spent sightseeing."
Star Service "Downriver from the upscale Shangri-La and Peninsula hotels, this hearty hotel attracts business and leisure travelers with its comprehensive facilities, resortlike atmosphere and great rates." Full review
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The hotel has a pleasant social resort hum to it, nicely suited for families; the Millennium Hilton just up the river might appeal more to the hip crowd, but anyone who wants to avoid the hassle of crossing the river will look to Silom or Sukhumvit roads.
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"A luxury resort perched along the river outside central Bangkok, and a free, 20-minute ferry ride from the capital's bustling downtown." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Anantara Riverside’s immense grounds of tropical gardens make it feel a bit like a resort escape, even though it’s a hotel in the middle of one of the world’s most nonstop cities." Full review
Fodor's "This is more a resort than a hotel, with many restaurants and a small mall connected." Full review
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There are a wide range of room types, but standard fare has hardwood floors, Thai alphabet designs on the walls, and epic views of the river (if you ask for this).
The Telegraph8.0
"Sits on the banks of the Chao Praya...and offers 396 elegant, contemporary style rooms with balconies arranged around a decent-sized pool, great amenities and a plethora of eating options.
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Frommer's "Staying at this riverside resort with its holiday mood and big pool feels like being at the beach, and it's a great place for families" Full review
Chakrabongse Villas & Residences Frommer's
Concierge Fodor's DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Time Out The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler Lonely Planet
396 Maharaj Road, Tatien, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
From $196/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's "Rather optimistically touted as "Thailand's best-kept secret," this clutch of traditional wooden Thai houses is now on every website and in every guide, so be sure to call ahead to reserve a space." Full review
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Be sure to call ahead to reserve a space.
Concierge "This little-known waterside oasis hides in plain sight among Bangkok's top tourist attractions such as the Grand Palace and Wat Pho."
Fodor's "They may be the best rooms in the city—the problem is there are only four, and the place is very popular, so you must book well in advance." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Built in 1908 as the residence of Prince Chulachakrabongse, these incredibly luxurious villas lie on the Chao Phraya River between Chinatown and the Royal Palace."
Rough Guide "In the luxuriant, riverside gardens of 100-year-old Chakrabongse House overlooking Wat Arun are four tranquil villas beautifully furnished in dark wood and silk, with polished teak floors."
Time Out "The 19th-century mansion of Prince Chakrabongse opens three Thai-style villas to guests. Exquisitely furnished with teak, silk and modern amenities, they offer seclusion." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Chakrabongse Villas is an exquisite heritage property on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, offering three rooms and four suites right across from Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Just steps from Wat Po, this traditional Thai home has been preserved to look exactly as it did as a royal residence in the early 1900s." Full review
Lonely Planet "The grounds of Prince Chakrabongse Bhuvanath’s 19th-century mansion have been adapted to become one of the city’s classiest, most discreet boutique properties." Full review
