Best Luxury Hotels in Thailand

Conveniently located, overlooking the Chao Phraya River, this city centre hotel is a hub of energy and style. Throughout the hotel and grounds, lush courtyards and water features bring a sense of calm whilst each guest room and spacious suite boasts sophisticated interiors and hi-tech amenities. Dining here is an exquisite experience with a choice of superb restaurants and bars; from the unmissable Sushi Itto to the sumptuous Thai-themed Nava, guests are sure to find the perfect match for any taste or occasion. The spa and wellness centre offers a haven of tranquillity and with a choice of infinity pool and lap pools guests can soak and swim whilst taking in the stunning views across the city. This riverside resort is the perfect Bangkok bolthole.

Stay in a royal-inspired suite in the sky, at this boutique hotel on the upper floors of a high-rise in the Phrom Phong district. And you won’t be just sleeping in the sky, you’ll feel like you’re swimming in it, in the jaw-dropping rooftop infinity pool which appears to hover over the city; it’s edged on one side by cabanas, a bar and a vertical green wall. Further facilities include a golf studio with an outdoor putting green and indoor simulator, the Nitra Serenity Centre, a second pool on 27 and dining venues including the colonial Bangkok Trading Post, Nimitr and Baan Borneo Club.

With its built to impress Cathedral like reception Conrad Bangkok wows as soon as guests step inside its premises. A luxurious hotel located in the heart of the Central Business District, the Conrad appeals to business and holiday travellers alike. Offering a blend of modern sophistication and Thai hospitality, it features spacious, elegant rooms with stunning views of the skyline. Guests can choose from a range of dining options including the exquisite Chinese Liu, the newly opened Japanese Kisara and the poolside dining City Terrace. Surrounded by tall palm trees and luscious greenery, the pool has a relaxing jungle vibe and is situated right next to Pickleball and tennis courts, a gym, a spa, a sauna and a steam room meaning guests may never want to leave the premises.

The Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is a stylish and vibrant luxury hotel nestled in the heart of the city’s Langsuan district. Blending modern design with Thai cultural elements, the hotel offers a chic, urban retreat with spacious rooms and sophisticated amenities and encouraged guests to stay with their pets, devoting three floors and one restaurant to the concept. The grounds are spacious and verdant, the infinity swimming pool is a hard angled, granite coloured triumph of design and Bar.yard on the hotel’s rooftop has consistently been voted Bangkok’s best roof top bar.

Located between Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) and Bangkok’s city centre, Le Méridien Suvarnabhumi, Bangkok Golf Resort & Spa offers a convenient base close to the airport which also includes free airport transfers. This five-star resort offers an array of experiences, from inspiring meeting spaces to dining options that tantalise the senses. Guests can enjoy leisure time at the Explore Spa by Le Méridien, the Summit Windmill Golf Club, or the outdoor saltwater infinity pool.

Accommodation at the resort is designed with a touch of surprise, featuring freestanding bathtubs, glass-enclosed rain showers, and the LM BED adorned with an artistic take on the traditional Thai Wai greeting. All rooms boast floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the golf course, along with private balconies or terraces. Le Méridien Suvarnabhumi, Bangkok Golf Resort & Spa provides a fresh perspective on luxury in Bangkok.

The famed Waldorf Astoria hotels began life in New York in the late 1800s and since then the group has built a reputation for top service and sumptuous elegance at locations around the globe – and the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok is no exception. Architect André Fu designed this hotel with bronze accents and soaring ceilings, reflecting the opulence and grandeur of the original Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City and cleverly blends Thai charm with luxurious comfort throughout the iconic hotel. Rooms are sumptuous and offer park or city views, indulgent relaxation facilities including a spa and an incredible Instaworthy outdoor pool are available for each guest to enjoy while the culinary fare and its glamorous sky bar attract visitors on their own merit. Located in the Siam Ratchadamri area of Bangkok, on the ultra-modern Magnolias Ratchadamri Boulevard, this is a great base for business and leisure travellers alike.

For guests who enjoy trying a little of everything when on holiday, the Anantara Bophut Resort is ideally placed to do just that. Popular with both couples and families, in-house facilities are excellent. Rooms, although not as large as some other resorts, are tastefully decorated, and seamlessly blend traditional with contemporary. Of its three excellent restaurants, the Full Moon Samui is the piece-de-resistance with its many seafood, international and Thai speciality dishes. Amongst its many facilities, the exceptional spa and wellness centre is an experience not to be missed. Add to that being next door to the Fisherman’s Wharf at Bo Phut and only a short taxi ride from Chaweng’s bustling night life makes the Anantara Bophut Resort a fantastic base.

Muang Samui is on the east coast of the island, and just ten minutes by car from Koh Samui’s airport, or 15 miles from Nathon City if arriving by ferry. A boutique complex, the resort has 53 suites, all with terraces and views out to sea or across the tropical gardens. Comfortable rooms are decorated in typical Thai style and have all the usual facilities. The two restaurants serve Italian, international, or traditional Thai cuisine. Guests can choose to spend their time unwinding around the pool or on the beach, before jumping into a hire car to explore further afield.

The hillside location of this luxury resort allows the most stunning views over the Gulf of Thailand. Just 15 minutes from the airport, Silavadee means ‘beautiful rock’ in Thai, and refers to the pristine, private beach just a few minutes’ stroll from the resort. The 44 villas and 36 rooms are decorated with modern Thai furniture and fabrics. Whether relaxing around the pool, eating in the hillside restaurant, or enjoying a cocktail on the rooftop terrace, the stunning views across the bay will provide memories to last a lifetime.

Only a fifteen minute drive from the airport lies the stunning beach area of Choweng Noi and the 80 suites and villas of the luxurious Vana Belle Resort. Lying back off the beach, amid swaying palm trees and tropical vegetation, the Vana Belle offers a tranquil location from which you can explore the surrounding area. Alternatively if exploring doesn’t appeal then guests can choose to soak up the relaxing atmosphere with a good book, interspersed with visits to the spa, wellness and fitness centres. Restaurant facilities are limited, with Panali, the shore side eatery serving Italian cuisine, and the hillside Kiree restaurant, offering guests traditional Thai food.

If history and culture are on your holiday agenda then a stay at the Ammatara Pura Pool Villa complex on the edge of Lamai Beach should fit the bill. The whole complex is traditionally styled, with much use made of dark Thai wood, intricately carved trees, statues and religious deities. The beautiful villas also embrace traditional building techniques with timber beams, cool tiles, and heavy, period style furniture. The restaurant offers Asian and International cuisine and vegetarian and vegan options. With a sauna, spa and fitness centre guests can be as active or as laid-back as they like.

Situated just a 30 minute drive from the international airport, and the same distance from Big Buddha, Four Seasons lies on the northwest tip of Koh Samui, at Laem Yai Bay. One of the most popular destinations on the island for those seeking an ‘away from it all’ romantic occasion or peaceful break. Four Season’s staff have built a well deserved international reputation for offering guests the very best in personal service. Add to that the splendour of their 60 detached villas, picture postcard surroundings, gourmet cuisine, extensive range of activities and you have the perfect recipe for complete holiday indulgence.