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Chakrabongse Villas & ResidencesvsSiam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
Chakrabongse Villas and Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok are both recommended by travel writers. Overall, Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok ranks marginally higher than Chakrabongse Villas. Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok ranks #17 in Bangkok with positive reviews from 6 sources such as Forbes Travel Guide, Star Service and Fodor's.
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
Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok Concierge Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Oyster Fodor's
Forbes Travel Guide The Telegraph
Independent
991/9 Rama I Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
From $155/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "This contemporary high-rise skillfully evokes an authentic sense of Thailand."
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Which room to book: The least expensive Deluxe rooms are a good value, especially if you request one with a balcony.
Condé Nast Traveler "This contemporary high-rise skillfully evokes an authentic sense of Thailand." Full review
Star Service "This hotel has proven itself to be a key player in the deluxe category, at least on the second tier below the Sukhothai, Oriental and Shangri-La." Full review
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"The Siam Kempinski is one of Bangkok's most opulent hotels. It's a five pearl property located smack in the city center, behind the Siam Paragon luxury mall." Full review
Fodor's "The palatial Siam Kempinski combines sheer elegance with the feel of an escapist resort in the middle of the city." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Despite the throngs of shoppers who flood the adjoining mega mall and the frenetic neighborhood, the hotel manages to carve out a secret peaceful oasis." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"A big glossy city-centre hotel with some resort-style flourishes, including sprawling swimming pool and gardens, and an excellent spa and gym." Full review
Independent "Attached via an air-conditioned walkway to the swanky Siam Paragon Mall which, in turn, is attached to CentralWorld and a dozen other gigantic retail centres, the Siam Kempinski could not be a better place for busting your baggage allowance"
