Me and my Wife visited this hotel for the city leg of our Thailand trip and used it as our base to tick off the main tourist attractions in Bangkok. We stayed for 5 nights on a bed and breakfast basis as we planned to eat out every day so there was no need to include meals.
The location of the hotel was a 30-minute walk south of China Town and it was on the banks of the Chao Phraya River with excellent views of the city. The only downside of this location was that it was a 15-minute walk north to the Metro Blue Line and south to the Green Line. However, being on the riverside, the Chao Phraya Express Boat pier was right outside the hotel, and they offered a free shuttle boat to the Saphan Taksin station (Green line).
The room we went for was the Deluxe Guest Room which had river views which paid dividends in the morning when the sun rose. The room was spacious with all the modern touches of a 5-star hotel, and what you see on the website is what you get. The service staff cleaned the room every day, and it was very tidy so I cannot pick a fault. As we were not planning to use the room that much due to spending all day and evening out in Bangkok sightseeing it was perfect for that purpose.
The food and drink on offer were excellent, with the breakfast buffet being one of the best we have ever had. There were eastern and western cuisine offerings with a spacious dining hall. Freshly made dishes were available, and if you wanted it, there was local fare section which changed daily. For us, this was spot on as we were able to have a decent breakfast before venturing out and needing to search for somewhere good in the mornings.
The service was fantastic, when people talk about Thai hospitality being the best in the world, the staff here proved it. They did not put a foot wrong and made you feel welcome, were always polite, and offered help whenever you needed it.
Overall, I loved this hotel but only wished it were closer the metro stations, but they did offer a shuttle boat service. That aside, I would recommend this hotel, and it would be wise to get breakfast included. I only wish we had more time so we could use the pools, have an evening meal there, and just enjoyed the other activities that the hotel organise. A magnificent 5-star hotel, and worth the money!!!!