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W BangkokvsMandarin Oriental, Bangkok
W Bangkok and Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok are both recommended by professionals. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok scores significantly higher than W Bangkok. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok scores 94 with praise from 20 reviews such as Afar Magazine, Star Service and Frommer's.
W Bangkok
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106 North Sathorn Road, Silom, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
From $85/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Bangkok's latest high-flying hotel, the W has all sorts of snazzy art and design touches both inside and outside the rooms." Full review
Star Service "It is located near a BTS station, which is helpful for those who want to avoid the horrible traffic, but the commercial area includes many corporate offices as well." Full review
Gayot "Guests can mix and mingle with socialites and diplomats at the W Bangkok."
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"The W Bangkok is a chic luxury property in the heart of Bangkok's Sathorn/Silom business district." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
" Inside the hotel, the energy continues to burn bright with its vibrant décor both in the guest rooms and in the buzzing bars and restaurants. " Full review
Time Out "As you enter the stylish hotel lobby (of which the light changes color throughout the evening), groovy beats are pounded from the stereo, giving a prelude to the partying vibe that lies ahead." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The brash, camp and ever so elegant W Bangkok is squarely aimed at young(ish) guests who value its movie backdrop feel and quirky pop culture elements." Full review
Independent "If you like your hotels party-ready and conceptualised within an inch of their life, the W Bangkok is the one for you"
Independent "If this is a special occasion trip and you’re aiming upmarket, the W Bangkok is based in the financial district of Silom, which is full of chic eateries and bougie spas"
City guides
May 6, 2022
Independent "If you like your hotels party-ready and conceptualised within an inch of their life, the W Bangkok is the one for you"
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.
