The Peninsula BangkokvsOriental Residence Bangkok
Both hotels are praised by writers. On balance, The Peninsula Bangkok is preferred by most professionals compared to Oriental Residence Bangkok. The Peninsula Bangkok has a TripExpert Score of 92 with approval from 18 sources like Oyster, Forbes Travel Guide and Fodor's.
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."
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
i
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
i
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