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Arun ResidencevsSofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit
Both Arun Residence and Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit are highly recommended by experts. On balance, Arun Residence scores slightly higher than Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit. Arun Residence comes in at #19 in Bangkok with recommendations from 8 publications including DK Eyewitness, The Telegraph and Rough Guide.
Arun Residence
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Time Out
The Telegraph
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
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 Telegraph8.0
"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 PlanetTop 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
Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit
Jetsetter
Gayot
Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster The Telegraph
189 Sukhumvit Road Soi 13-15, Klongtoey Nuea, Wattana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
From $77/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Jetsetter "French flair and Thai hospitality meet at this sleek skyscraper with a rooftop pool and a L’Occitane spa." Full review
Gayot "At the luxurious Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit, travelers can enjoy a convenient downtown location close to major transportation hubs and Bangkok hotspots."
Condé Nast Traveler "Location rules from bottom to top at the Sofitel Sukhumvit." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"A full-service, modern luxury hotel located in the heart of Bangkok, on one of its central avenues, and caters to all kinds of guests, from business travelers to families to couples." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"The Sofitel is an elegant, luxurious 345-room downtown hotel with excellent facilities, two great restaurants and a large pool, close to the sky train in an area packed with shopping opportunities." Full review
