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The SiamvsMandarin Oriental, Bangkok
The Siam and Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok are both rated highly by experts. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok scores significantly better than The Siam. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok ranks #1 in Bangkok with praise from 20 reviews such as National Geographic, Gayot and Concierge.
The Siam
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Wallpaper
Travel + Leisure
Mr & Mrs Smith
Hideaway Report Show All Reviews
3/2 Khao Road, Vachirapayabal, Dusit, Bangkok 10300, Thailand
From $757/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "Old Hollywood meets art deco at this family-owned property on the Chao Phraya River in the regal Dusit neighborhood." Full review
Jetsetter "Art Deco good looks and Colonial charm combine at this riverside retreat in Bangkok's Dusit neighborhood." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler99.6
"A serene palace-on-the-river showcasing a museum-quality collection of Asian art and antiques." Full review
Star Service "Competing mainly with Praya Palazzo, this riverfront hotel does a great job of providing a luxury retreat." Full review
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Small groups will find convening here to be a treat as they can choose between a traditional meeting room, screening room with cinema setup, or library lounge.
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Zoom back to the 1930s in this incongruously new riverside hotel, where art deco influences, copious marble and beautiful antiques define the look." Full review
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"The expansive Siam is the epitome of luxury in Bangkok, taking elegance to the extreme." Full review
Wallpaper "Bangkok's newest boutique hotel, the Siam, opens this month with a distinctive blend of modern and traditional architecture and inspired design, courtesy of Bensley Design Studios." Full review
Travel + Leisure "While this retreat is bound to impress design aficionados, it also has the sybarite in mind." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "It's all Jazz Age elegance and art deco luxury at The Siam hotel, situated right on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok." Full review
Hideaway Report95.0
"Impressive hotel on three landscaped riverfront acres in the historic Dusit district near many of the city’s most famous attractions." Full review
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok
Concierge
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Star Service
Forbes Travel Guide
Frommer's Oyster
Afar Magazine Jetsetter 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.
