Arun ResidencevsPraya Palazzo
Both Arun Residence and Praya Palazzo are rated highly by professional travelers. Overall, Arun Residence ranks slightly better than Praya Palazzo. Arun Residence scores 80 with approval from 8 reviews such as Afar Magazine, Time Out and The Telegraph.
Arun Residence
36-38 Soi Pratoo Nok Yoong, Maharat Rd, Bangkok 10200, Bangkok, Thailand
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Air Conditioning
DK Eyewitness
"This boutique hotel built in Sino-Portuguese style is a converted residence with split-level rooms and a suite with a private balcony."
Rough Guide
"Stunning views of Wat Arun and charming, woodenfloored rooms that mix traditional and contemporary Thai styles."
Time Out
"This old corner shophouse has been sleekly converted but reflects the neighbourhood's retro charms." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A romantic, affordable hotel on the banks of the Chao Praya River, near Wat Prak Kaew and the Grand Palace." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The hotel is comprised of converted apartments and no two rooms are alike. The rooms are absolutely saturated with warmth, character, and charm." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The four guest rooms combine Asian and European design styles to relaxed yet elegant effect." Full review
Frommer's
"Its rooms are all split level but a touch small, and some of the furnishings are showing wear-and-tear, but most guests are so taken with the spectacular views across the river...close to major sites." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Although strategically located across from Wat Arun, this multilevel wooden house on the river boasts much more than just brilliant views. The." Full review
Praya Palazzo
757 / 1 Somdej Prapinklao Soi 2, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
From $64/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Star Service
"This riverside mansion compares favorably to Ariyasom Villa offering similarly elegant, yet quaint, accommodations in the heart of one of Asia's most frenetic cities." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Once a private home to noble Thais, the renovated waterfront mansion is only accessible by boat, and very close to Bangkok’s famous temples." Full review
Time Out
"Situated along the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Palladian-style boutique hotel, Praya Palazzo offers a pleasant yet luxurious atmosphere." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Remarkably romantic and accessible only by boat." Full review
Frommer's
"Its 17 rooms and suites are all individually designed with period furnishings; they ooze character...on property, a small swimming pool and lush gardens surround the two-story building" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"After lying dormant for nearly 30 years, this elegant 19th-century mansion in Thonburi has been reborn as an attractive riverside boutique hotel." Full review