Chakrabongse Villas & ResidencesvsBanyan Tree Bangkok
Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Banyan Tree Bangkok scores slightly better than Chakrabongse Villas. Banyan Tree Bangkok scores 84 with accolades from 9 reviewers like Fodor's, Oyster and DK Eyewitness.
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
Banyan Tree Bangkok
21/100 South Sathon Road, Thai Wah Tower, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
From $103/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"This immense all-suite skyscraper hidden behind Thai Wah Tower provides the city's most exceptional panoramas, a plethora of trendy dining venues, and a chic spa with spacious suite." Full review
Jetsetter
"Towering above Bangkok’s city center, the 327-room Banyan Tree takes sultry luxury and unabashed pampering to new heights. After checking in, take the elevator straight to the 61st floor,..." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"All-suite skyscraper that’s also home to the popular 61st-floor Vertigo Grill & Moon Bar and a signature spa." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Located near the Silom business district, the Banyan Tree bills itself as an urban spa."
Time Out
"This all-suite hotel with stylish rooms and great service occupies a distinctive, wafer-thin tower with an enormous central atrium." Full review
Star Service
"This is the flagship of this homegrown but far-reaching chain, and the urban panoramas from both the rooms and the rooftop event space are fantastic." Full review
Fodor's
"After checking in on the ground floor, you soar up to your room at this 60-story hotel. The light-filled suites in the impossibly slender tower all have sweeping views of the city." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The luxurious Banyan Tree Bangkok offers 327 rooms and suites in a modern tower with gorgeous views of the city." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Banyan Tree’s stately accommodations with spectacular views of their own make the hotel a great pick for stays in Thailand’s capital." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Offering sumptuous Thai elegance, excellent service and all the amenities one might expect from a five-star hotel, including a pool, gym and spa. " Full review