In October, I stayed at the Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Bangkok Hotel twice, for a total of 7 days, to once again enjoy their excellent service. The hotel is located directly on the Chao Phraya River, opposite the ICONSIAM shopping mall. A complimentary shuttle boat is available to take guests to the mall and the BTS Saphan Taksin Skytrain station. As a Platinum member, I was kindly upgraded to a suite on a higher floor, offering a fantastic view of the river and the shopping mall—many thanks for that! My Platinum status also granted me access to the Executive Lounge, which provides complimentary refreshments throughout the day, as well as snacks and alcoholic beverages during the evening "happy hour."
The restaurant on the ground floor features an outstanding breakfast buffet with a vast selection of delicious Asian and international dishes of exceptional quality. There is something for everyone to ensure a great start to the day, and the incredibly friendly staff make the experience perfect. The spread includes everything from various salads to hot dishes—such as rice, stir-fried noodles, curries, dim sum, and a wide variety of egg preparations—along with an assortment of breads, rolls, cakes, juices, and even ice cream.
I can highly recommend the Saturday lunch buffet; the selection of seafood—including prawns, fish, and oysters—was truly delicious and well worth the price.
The hotel also houses several other dining venues, including an Italian-style restaurant and a Thai restaurant.
The rooms and suites are all very well-appointed and equipped with everything one might need. They feature stunning river views, a safe, an iron and ironing board, a refrigerator, an electric kettle, a TV, and very comfortable beds.
There are two lovely swimming pools, offering plenty of sun loungers and a depth suitable for both adults and children.
Additionally, the hotel boasts a well-equipped fitness center and an excellent spa. The staff throughout the hotel are very friendly and always helpful; their pleasant smiles make for a truly enjoyable holiday experience. The concierge is happy to assist with tasks such as booking a taxi to the airport at a fixed rate. I opted for an SUV for 750 baht—which included the highway toll—whereas a standard taxi would have cost 550 baht.
I highly recommend this hotel; it was a truly wonderful stay.