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Riva Surya BangkokvsThe Peninsula Bangkok
Both properties are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, The Peninsula Bangkok scores significantly higher than Riva Surya Bangkok. The Peninsula Bangkok comes in at 92 with recommendations from 18 publications including Afar Magazine, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Riva Surya Bangkok
Jetsetter
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
23 Phra Arthit Road, Pranakorn, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
From $49/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
"Colonial-style crash pad near Bangkok's Grand Palace, with poolside sofas overlooking the Chao Phraya River." Full review
"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
"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.
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
8.0
"The Riva Surya is a smart 'flashpacker' hotel by the Chao Phraya river, close to Khao San Road" Full review
"A former condo has been transformed into one of the more design-conscious hotels in this part of town." Full review
"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
The Peninsula Bangkok
Concierge
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Frommer's
Oyster
Forbes Travel Guide
Gayot Show All Reviews
333 Charoennakorn Road, Klongsan, Bangkok 10600, Thailand
From $330/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- 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."
"Because the hotel is in Thonburi, its spacious rooms have impressive views of the Bangkok skyline." Full review
"Located across the river from Bangkok on the Thonburi side, this oasis of luxury offers a river view from every room and suite."
"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."
"This geometric tower on the west bank of the Chao Phraya was designed so that all rooms have river views." Full review
"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
"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
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
5 Stars
"First opened in 1998, The Peninsula Bangkok is a well-loved luxury property in the Thai capital." Full review
"Legendary luxury welcomes guests in a cosmopolitan setting on the Chao Phraya River."