Rattanakosin Bangkok, Thailand
Renovated
2022
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
Riverside shophouse redoubt
Intimate riverfront shophouse living puts Wat Arun's iconic spire directly across the water, framed by ornamental ironwork and passing riverboats.
What it’s good at
Listed
Ornamental ironwork, carved woodwork, and floor-to-ceiling windows framing direct views of the Chao Phraya river.
Listed
Above Riva rooftop cocktail bar and ground-floor Lobby Café serving drinks beside the Chao Phraya river.
Listed
Riverfront perches directly opposite Wat Arun, placing guests steps from Tha Tien pier and Wat Pho.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
It’s a very small hotel located on a little soi, or side street, near the Grand Palace.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set along Maharaj Road in Old Bangkok, the hotel sits steps from Wat Pho and Tha Tien pier for easy river crossings.
The rooms
Floor-to-ceiling glass opens to river views, while select suites add private balconies with open-air whirlpool tubs facing the temple.
The spa
- Spa
- In-room traditional Thai and aromatherapy massage and treatment menu available upon request.
Restaurant
Above Riva
Open-air tables on the fourth-floor terrace look out over the river, serving modern Thai dishes and tropical cocktails.
How it began
Architect Stephen O'Dell reimagined a row of heritage Chinese shophouses along the Chao Phraya, weaving Sino-colonial ironwork into modern riverfront spaces.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.