Siam Kempinski Hotel BangkokvsRiva Surya Bangkok
Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok and Riva Surya Bangkok are both highly recommended by professionals. Overall, Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok ranks significantly better than Riva Surya Bangkok. Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok comes in at 81 with praise from 6 publications including The Telegraph, Fodor's and Star Service.
Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
991/9 Rama I Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
From $155/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"This contemporary high-rise skillfully evokes an authentic sense of Thailand."
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Which room to book: The least expensive Deluxe rooms are a good value, especially if you request one with a balcony.
Condé Nast Traveler
"This contemporary high-rise skillfully evokes an authentic sense of Thailand." Full review
Star Service
"This hotel has proven itself to be a key player in the deluxe category, at least on the second tier below the Sukhothai, Oriental and Shangri-La." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The Siam Kempinski is one of Bangkok's most opulent hotels. It's a five pearl property located smack in the city center, behind the Siam Paragon luxury mall." Full review
Fodor's
"The palatial Siam Kempinski combines sheer elegance with the feel of an escapist resort in the middle of the city." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Despite the throngs of shoppers who flood the adjoining mega mall and the frenetic neighborhood, the hotel manages to carve out a secret peaceful oasis." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"A big glossy city-centre hotel with some resort-style flourishes, including sprawling swimming pool and gardens, and an excellent spa and gym." Full review
Independent
"Attached via an air-conditioned walkway to the swanky Siam Paragon Mall which, in turn, is attached to CentralWorld and a dozen other gigantic retail centres, the Siam Kempinski could not be a better place for busting your baggage allowance"
Riva Surya Bangkok
23 Phra Arthit Road, Pranakorn, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
From $49/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Jetsetter
"Colonial-style crash pad near Bangkok's Grand Palace, with poolside sofas overlooking the Chao Phraya River." Full review
Star Service
"While W and the Renaissance have all the modern trappings, this boutique hotel combines it with Thai culture and heritage from the architecture to the staff uniforms." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This modern boutique hotel is set right along the river and near some of the city’s top attractions." Full review
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Families needing extra space should book Premium Riva rooms for their adjoining doors.
Oyster
Upscale
"Situated in the Pra Athit/Khao San district of Bangkok, the upscale Riva Surya Bangkok stands out from nearby properties with its sophisticated style." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The Riva Surya is a smart 'flashpacker' hotel by the Chao Phraya river, close to Khao San Road" Full review
Lonely Planet
"A former condo has been transformed into one of the more design-conscious hotels in this part of town." Full review
Michelin Guide
"The hotel’s design takes proper advantage of its waterfront position, featuring several terraces and an inviting wooden deck with a swimming pool. Guest rooms and suites all have river views, too." Full review