Mandarin Oriental Bangkok (5★)

This luxurious property sits beside the scenic Chao Phraya River in downtown Bangkok. Offering rooms decorated in teak wood furnishings and Thai silk, it also has a large outdoor pool, Thai cooking classes and yoga lessons. Mandarin Oriental Bangkok provides a free shuttle boat to Taksin BTS Skytrain Station, River City Shopping Complex and Sala Rim Naam Restaurant. It is about 2.2 mi from Chinatown and the Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun). Enjoying beautiful river views through floor-to-ceiling windows, all air-conditioned rooms at Mandarin Oriental Bangkok are equipped with a flat-screen TV and DVD player. Large private bathrooms present a separate bathtub and walk-in shower. The Oriental Spa provides relaxing massage treatments, hot tubs and herbal scrubs. For a refreshing workout, guests can exercise with a personal trainer at the gym or enjoy a game of tennis and Thai boxing. The famous Le Normandie restaurant offers fine French dining, while The China House offers authentic Cantonese cuisine in a stylish setting. International lunch buffet and fresh seafood can be enjoyed at Lord Jim’s. Bang Rak is a great choice for travelers interested in friendly locals, convenient public transportation and ambiance. This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Bangkok! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.