The Peninsula BangkokvsOld Capital Bike Inn
The Peninsula Bangkok and Old Capital Bike Inn are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Peninsula Bangkok ranks significantly better than Old Capital Bike Inn. The Peninsula Bangkok scores 94 with endorsements from 14 publications such as oyster.com, Time Out and Jetsetter.
The Peninsula Bangkok Show All Reviews
333 Charoennakorn Road, Klongsan, Bangkok 10600, Thailand
From $330/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Another of Bangkok's riverside bastions of luxury, this Peninsula stares down its rivals—the Shangri-La and the Oriental—across the Chao Phraya from the Thonburi side."
Fodor's
"Because the hotel is in Thonburi, its spacious rooms have impressive views of the Bangkok skyline." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Located across the river from Bangkok on the Thonburi side, this oasis of luxury offers a river view from every room and suite."
Rough Guide
"Service is flawless, the ultra-luxurious decor stylishly blends traditional Western and Asian design, and every room has a panoramic view of the Chao Phraya River."
Condé Nast Traveler
"This geometric tower on the west bank of the Chao Phraya was designed so that all rooms have river views." Full review
Star Service
"Facing The Oriental from the western bank of the Chao Praya, this is the best hotel on this side of the river, which is the forgotten side as far as tourists are generally concerned." Full review
Frommer's
"From its exclusive top-floor lounge, right down to its velveteen lawns at ground level, the Peninsula proves it is as classy as the rest." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Peninsula is one of Bangkok's more elegant luxury properties. Traditional ... rooms feature marble bathrooms with large tubs, living quarters with writing desks, and excellent river and city views." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"First opened in 1998, The Peninsula Bangkok is a well-loved luxury property in the Thai capital." Full review
Gayot
"Legendary luxury welcomes guests in a cosmopolitan setting on the Chao Phraya River."
Old Capital Bike Inn
609 Pra Sumen Road, 10200, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
From $88/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Multilingual
- Air Conditioning
Concierge
"The key here is the personal touch: Breakfast... is made on an old-fashioned charcoal stove, and Jirayu "Joey" Tuliyanont will personally escort you on a nightlife tour of nearby... Khao San Road."
Insight Guides
"With teak furniture and fittings this ten-room hotel is a gem of traditional Thai character, set in a late-19th century royal home."
Lonely Planet
"The 10 rooms occupy unconventional and sometimes cramped spaces, but are all done with class and style, and the enduring vibe is that of the perfect honeymoon hotel."
Rough Guide
"This chic little boutique guest house has just ten air-con rooms, each individually styled in dark wood, with antique north-Thai partitions, Burmese doors, beds and ironwork lamps."
Time Out
"Beside the Queen's Gallery, it occupies a shophouse on the site of a palace that has been in the Tulyanond family for seven generations." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Bangkok’s first true B&B, the eight-room Old Bangkok Inn is run by a warm, well-traveled proprietress and her son, who guides guests to the hippie-chic nightlife along Khao San Road." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"A very affordable and award-winning family run boutique"
Bangkok Travel Guide
July 14, 2021
Michelin Guide
"This hipster-friendly hotel, located in a restored palace, celebrates Bangkok’s bike culture...ten suites evoke nostalgia for Old Bangkok, featuring furnishings built from reclaimed native teak" Full review