Mandarin Oriental, BangkokvsOriental Residence Bangkok
Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is preferred by most writers compared to Oriental Residence Bangkok. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok has a TripExpert Score of 94 with approval from 20 publications including Forbes Travel Guide, The Telegraph and Hideaway Report.
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.
Oriental Residence Bangkok
110 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
From $111/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"These serviced apartments are ideal for guests with long-stay requirements or those who simply want the comforts of home at their disposal." Full review
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Its size allows it to meet special requests quickly.
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"Even without its romantic, French-inspired decor, the hotel would be impressive as the home of Michelin-starred chef Henk Savelberg's Thailand outpost." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
84.5
"This all-suite property, all kitchen-equipped, will make you feel happy to come "home" after a busy day of business or pleasure." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"In central Bangkok, Oriental Residence hotel is a sleek skyscraper with intimate apartment-style suites." Full review
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As we’re strolling through reception, one of the smiling staff members asks what we’ve got planned for the day, then proceeds to explain how to get to the market on the monorail to avoid the weekend traffic chaos.
The Telegraph
7.0
"Located in the very heart of downtown Bangkok, right next to the US Embassy, the Oriental Residence brims with quiet, understated luxury for business and leisure travellers." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Along with a fitness center and a bit of meeting space, it’s got two French-inspired restaurants, the casual Café Claire and the fine-dining Savelberg Thailand...location in the embassy district " Full review