Chakrabongse Villas & ResidencesvsAnantara Siam Bangkok Hotel
Both hotels are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to Chakrabongse Villas. Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel is ranked #5 in Bangkok with praise from 14 reviewers like Wallpaper, Oyster and Frommer's.
Chakrabongse Villas & Residences
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 Telegraph
9.0
"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
Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel Show All Reviews
155 Rajadamri Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
From $103/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"The Four Seasons, Bangkok (formerly The Regent) is a smart, well-appointed low-rise property." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The Four Seasons exudes restrained elegance. The rooms are adorned with hand-painted murals and guests can enjoy the spa and boutique plaza."
Rough Guide
"Large and luxurious rooms are decorated in warm Thai colours and dark wood, and there’s an excellent concierge service."
Gayot
"Travelers who seek proximity to ancient ruins and the Chao Phraya River without sacrificing luxury will find comfort and style at the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok."
Lonely Planet
"This being a Four Seasons hotel, you can rest assured that service is first-rate." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"French colonial hotel with gardens, hand-painted silk ceilings, and the city’s largest lap pool. " Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"One of the city's most luxurious hotels, where every detail has been thought through and elegantly arranged." Full review
Star Service
"Its location inland from the river appeals to those who need access to the business quarters of town with as little time spent in traffic as possible." Full review
Fodor's
"One of Bangkok's leading hotels for many years, the Four Seasons attracts local society for morning coffee and afternoon tea in the formal lobby, where a string quartet often plays." Full review
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Be sure to indulge in the signature fragrant-oil massage while you're here.
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Feels settled into its plush surroundings, exuding a classic, timeless feel." Full review