Best Luxury Hotels in Bangkok

With 306 rooms and suites, this newly built 28-storey hotel brings a richly layered Thai design narrative to Sukhumvit Soi 29, marking the Curio Collection debut in Thailand. Inspired by Bangkok’s ceremonial moniker, the City of Nine Gems, interiors by DIN Studio and LuxeLife Studio thread gemstone hues, tactile materials and commissioned Thai artworks through the public spaces and guest floors. Highlights include Studio JEW+ ceiling murals, Korakot Aromdee’s sculptural clouds, PATAPiAN seed installations and recycled-tile corridors by loqa.

Rooms begin at 30 square metres in king or twin configurations, with Junior and King Suites adding space and statement art details; ruby-toned palettes, sunbird-feather carpet motifs and playful illustrations by Nakrob Moonmanas create a sense of discovery. The 28th-floor rooftop pool offers skyline views and daybeds for lazy afternoons, while Colette, a French-inspired bistro and bar, serves from brunch to dinner with signature plates like Siam Benedict and Pandan Coconut Madeleines alongside a fashion-city cocktail list. Creative social space Vilah hosts workshops and gatherings, and the 10th-floor lobby forms a calm pause above the city. The address places guests between BTS Phrom Phong and Asok for easy access to shopping and dining in the EM District.

Rising 216 metres within One Bangkok, the city’s landmark lifestyle district, The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok offers a contemporary retreat with sweeping views over Lumpini Park. Inspired by the theme of a “Meeting of Two Civilisations”, the design blends Thai heritage with modern elegance, from marble and polished wood finishes to floor-to-ceiling windows and private loggias in select rooms.

Dining is a highlight, with Duet by David Toutain delivering an inventive eight-course tasting menu in a striking glasshouse setting, Lily’s offering relaxed all-day dining with signatures like floral-pressed waffles and Thai crab curry, and Caleō serving cocktails and afternoon tea in a glamorous lounge inspired by legendary social clubs. Leisure facilities include two outdoor pools, a Ritz Kids club, a state-of-the-art gym and the seventh-floor Ritz-Carlton Spa, while the 23rd-floor Club Lounge provides a private sanctuary with tailored service. Blending cultural resonance with modern luxury, the hotel is already a defining addition to Bangkok’s skyline.

The Peninsula has established itself as one of the best hotels in Bangkok. It’s won many awards over the years, including the ‘World’s Best Hotel’ back in 2003. The hotel is conveniently situated at the banks of the river Chao Phraya. A wavy design characterises The Peninsula, and its beautiful form offers a panoramic view of Bangkok City. The hotel is located about 35 minutes from Don Muang International Airport. The 39 Peninsula guestrooms are among the most technologically advanced rooms in Bangkok. Guests can control their environments with the push of a button. And families revel in the space provided by staying in one of the Sky Residences, offering a two-floor private oasis. The unique Paribatra Aviation Lounge on the 37th floor comes with its own helipad for travel in ultimate style.

Located on the west side of the Chao Praya River, this hotel offers a haven-like atmosphere and a huge pool by Bangkok standards. Guests can take Muay Thai boxing classes, sign up for cooking lessons, play tennis, sightseeing on a river cruise or dine as a couple on a restored rice barge, listen to live music beside the water, drink in the swim-up bar and enjoy Elemis treatments in the spa. The kids club offers a cultural and engaging programme of activities. Dining options include Italian cuisine, a global buffet, a cafe and patisserie and freshly cooked delights from a Chinese wood-fired oven (a rare experience).

Located on the banks of Chao Phraya River, Shangri-La Bangkok is undoubtedly one of the most luxurious hotels in the capital. It’s a 5-star hotel offering excellent value, convenience, as well as stunning interior design. Guests enjoy eclectic views of the river, while many of the bedrooms are strategically located by the quieter poolside. This is perfect for those who prefer large-scale hotels – Shangri-La has a whopping 802 rooms housed in two adjacent towers, the Shangri-La Wing and Krungthep Wing. Set in a prime area close to Bangkok central business district, just next to the sky train at Saphan Taskin BTS station, it’s ideally suiting those visiting for work. Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok is less than 40 minutes away from Suvarnabhumi International Airport.

Shortly entering into its fifth year of operation, the Rosewood’s Bangkok property offers 158 bedrooms (including 20 suites and three signature “houses”), four restaurants and bars, Sense, A Rosewood Spa and an indoor-outdoor saltwater lap pool. Frette 600 thread-count linen, Nespresso coffee machines, premium minibars and Dyson hairdryers come as standard, with the top rooms offering walk-in closets, guest powder rooms, butler service, VIP lifts and whirlpool bathtubs. Guests have access to a top-floor speakeasy bar with the largest collection of vinyl in Southeast Asia, Chinese, Thai and European cuisine and a fancy French afternoon tea service.

The well-heeled district of Langsuan, beside Lumphini Park, was the chosen setting for Kempinski Hotels and Siam Sindhorn Company Limited’s second collaboration in Thailand. It opened in 2020, with a Lobby Lounge serving fine afternoon teas, cocktails at Firefly Bar, seafood at Bistrot de la Mer and Royal Thai dishes at Loukjaan by the Michelin-starred Saneh Jaan. It contains Asia’s first hotel boutique fitness facilities which covers two floors of Sindhorn Wellness by Resense, the hotel’s spa, which also incorporates a partially covered outdoor infinity pool. The Sindhorn Kempinski has 274 bedrooms and suites.

In receipt of the AHEAD Award for the Best Hotel New Build in Asia, this 155-room forward-thinking flagship property features immersive designs by Jamie Hayon and The Standard’s in-house team. It boasts the highest alfresco rooftop bar in the capital, as well as a fantastic selection of other bars and restaurants; The Parlor (great for live music, lectures and lounging), an alternative tea room named Tease, an American steakhouse, an award-winning Chinese cuisine by Mott 32, and the super funky, boldly decorated Ojo Mexican-inspired restaurant. Plush, pet-friendly bedrooms have a retro vibe, as well as Nespresso Machines and Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth Speakers. A 24/7 state-of-the-art fitness centre and terrace pool can be enjoyed by guests who love to work out whilst on their travels.

Take a dip in the infinity pool as you admire sublime views of the skyline at bird’s eye level on Hotel Indigo’s 24th floor. Set in a leafy suburb within walking distance of Lumphini Park, the property has a funky feel, with retro elements and lots of modern arty influences that reflect Bangkok’s current culture. The in-house cafe, Metro on Wireless, serves Thai and international dishes, while CHAR Restaurant & Rooftop Bar is an award-winning dining venue with a wood-fired grill and more fantastic panoramas.

Found in the burgeoning On Nut district, INNSiDE Bangkok Sukhumvit is right by the Skytrain station and the BITEC convention centre. Business travellers will appreciate the views and facilities of the co-working space on the 32nd floor.  On the top floor (34) is an infinity pool and The Giant Swing Pool Bar, with the LUZ tapas bar just below. Guests can also experience Thai food at The Kites Eatery. The fun-loving residence has 208 bedrooms with Chromecast, coffee machines, mini-bars and gaming devices. The 24/7 amenities appeal to the young professional set.

Stay in a four-star Marriott property close to Lumpini Park and Pratunam Market: The Westin Sukhumvit offers rooms with blackout curtains, free newspapers and movies, optional babysitting services, toiletries and minibars. Guests can dine on sophisticated Japanese cuisine at the Kisso restaurant, or buffet food at Taste. Horizons Sky Lounge is a drinking spot with views across the city and karaoke if you’re in the mood for a song or two. The Vareena Spa is a serene space offering a unique range of therapies that combine modern and ancient techniques. Treatments can also be arranged in-room. Other facilities include a fitness centre, an outdoor pool area with a bar and an onsite gift shop.

145 bedrooms including suites with one, two or three bedrooms and kitchenettes are available to book at the Oriental Residence in the Embassy neighbourhood of downtown Bangkok. Its fourth-floor pool has cocktails, cabanas and a games area with a foosball table as well as some cracking views — there’s also a kids’ pool adjoining this area for families and a playroom. Dine on gourmet comfort food all day long at Café Claire, or for lunch or dinner at The Play Deck, beside the pool.