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Mandarin Oriental, BangkokvsThe Siam Heritage
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is the choice of most writers compared to The Siam Heritage. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok comes in at 94 with approval from 20 publications like Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Concierge.
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok
Concierge
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Star Service
Forbes Travel Guide
Frommer's
Oyster
Afar Magazine
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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.
The Siam Heritage
Fodor's DK Eyewitness Oyster
Lonely Planet
115-1 Surawong Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
From $24/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's "The family that runs the Siam Heritage has created a classy boutique hotel with a purpose—to preserve and promote Thai heritage." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Right around the corner from the raucous streets of Patpong, the serene and traditional Siam Heritage provides an interesting contrast."
Oyster Upscale
"The upscale, 73-room Siam Heritage uses antique handicrafts and paintings from northern Thailand to inject charm into an otherwise aging hotel." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Tucked off busy Th Surawong, this classy boutique hotel oozes with homey Thai charm – most likely because the owners also live in the same building." Full review
