The Peninsula BangkokvsShangri-La Bangkok
The Peninsula Bangkok and Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok are both endorsed by writers. Overall, The Peninsula Bangkok is the choice of most reviewers compared to Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok. The Peninsula Bangkok comes in at #3 in Bangkok with positive reviews from 18 publications such as DK Eyewitness, Star Service and Rough Guide.
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."
Shangri-La Bangkok Show All Reviews
89 Soi Wat Suan Plu, New Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
From $121/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"Stretched out along the banks of the Chao Phraya River with easy Skytrain access, the Shangri-La ranks among the world's top luxury hotels."
Fodor's
"Utterly cutting-edge, yet with an extraordinary sense of calm, the Shangri-La has emerged as one of Bangkok's very best hotels, rivaling the more famous Oriental." Full review
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Enjoy a drink at the elegant Long Bar and make sure to pay a visit to the fine chocolate confectionary.
Jetsetter
"This high-rise hotel on Bangkok’s picturesque Chao Phraya River has a relaxed, nearly tropical vibe (an atmospheric plus that’s only increased by the lush spa and butler service in some..." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The Krungthep Wing... has rooms with a view of the river and a garden balcony overlooking a private pool. Butler service is included."
Star Service
"Graced with two striking towers, the hotel is well-connected to city transport: Boats ply up and down the river outside the hotel, and the SkyTrain is only a 10-minute walk south. " Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Riverside hotel with Bangkok’s largest treatment rooms at the property’s CHI, The Spa." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"There are excellent facilities here ranging from two gorgeous swimming pools to the award winning CHI Spa." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"A secluded sanctuary outside of the hectic city center that still provides easy access to Bangkok’s main attractions." Full review
Time Out
"Shangri-La Bangkok has long been recognized as one of Bangkok’s most luxurious hotels for both leisure and business travelers alike." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A huge and grand affair offering a distinctive Thai flavour, great service and plenty of pomp and circumstance, the Shangri-La sits right on the banks of the Chao Praya river." Full review