Mandarin Oriental, BangkokvsMillennium Hilton Bangkok
Both hotels are rated very highly by professionals. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is preferred by most writers compared to Millennium Hilton Bangkok. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok has a TripExpert Score of 94 with accolades from 20 reviewers like Frommer's, Jetsetter and Fodor's.
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok Show All Reviews
48 Oriental Ave, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
From $344/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"One of the oldest deluxe hotels in Bangkok, serving the rich and famous... for more than 130 years."
Insight Guides
"Bangkok's riverside "Grand Dame" has been hosting guests since 1876 in its original Authors' Wing, which still has period suites and delightful tea rooms."
DK Eyewitness
"Built in 1867, and a favorite of authors Somerset Maugham and Joseph Conrad, the Mandarin Oriental combines a rich past with luxury."
Rough Guide
"One of the world’s best, this effortlessly stylish riverside hotel boasts immaculate standards of service."
Star Service
"Situated on the banks of the Chao Praya River, this hotel has long been and continues to be in a class of its own, winning many awards and becoming a tourist site in its own right." Full review
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Those who wish to avoid the stifling humidity outside can choose to take their meals in the air-conditioned comfort of its indoor dining room.
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"Bangkok is a long-standing landmark of traditional Thai-style luxury and a favorite among discerning travelers, celebrities, foreign dignitaries and even members of the Thai royal family." Full review
Frommer's
"The Mandarin Oriental [SSS] [kds] -- Bangkok's oldest and best-known hotel has been frequented by Thai royalty and glitterati, as well as a long roster of sports and film stars." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"Considered the Grand Dame of Bangkok hotels, this luxury property sits along the banks of the Chao Phraya River, with knockout views from rooms as well as the hotel's elegant bars and restaurants." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Opened in 1879, Mandarin Oriental was Thailand’s first hotel and is still among its best, offering a touch of Far East romance from a bygone era." Full review
Jetsetter
"A stay at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok places you in the heart of Bangkok, walking distance from Bangkok Seashell Museum and Si Phraya Pier." Full review
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A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free valet parking is available onsite.
Millennium Hilton Bangkok
123 Charoennakorn Road, Khlongtonsai, Khlongsan, Bangkok 10600, Thailand
From $49/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Towering 32 stories over the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, the Millennium Hilton offers a stiff challenge to other riverside hotels with its fantastic views and comprehensive facilities." Full review
Rough Guide
"Impressive new hotel with a twelve-storey lobby atrium, decorated throughout in modern Asian style."
Time Out
"A ferry ride from River City opposite, this white landmark contains striking interior halls, while all rooms have river views, open-plan bathrooms and Thai accents like golden lacquer." Full review
Star Service
"Situated on a scenic stretch of the Chao Phraya, opposite the Sheraton and next to the exclusive Peninsula, this hotel was created with a designer's touch." Full review
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Room service boasts an exotic menu at all hours, and the staff does an exceptional job meeting guest requests.
Lonely Planet
"As soon as you enter the dramatic lobby, it’s obvious that this is Bangkok’s youngest-feeling, most modern riverside hotel." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Millennium Hilton Bangkok is a 533-room upscale hotel on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River." Full review
Fodor's
"Lording over the Chao Phraya River in postmillennial splendor, this flagship Hilton offers some of the city's most cutting-edge design." Full review
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There are five different restaurants to choose from, including Chinese, a grab and go sandwich spot, and an international buffet.