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Riva Arun Bangkok

Riva Arun Bangkok

Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok

Opened 2016   $$

“Riverside shophouse redoubt”

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Riva Arun Bangkok — vibe

Vibe

Restored Chino-Colonial ironwork frames breezy riverfront perches where guests take in unobstructed views of Wat Arun across the water.

“Riverside shophouse redoubt”

Social

An open-air rooftop bar serving craft cocktails against panoramic sunset vistas of Wat Arun across the river.

Design

Chino-Colonial aesthetic blending carved teak details with outdoor hot tubs on private temple-facing terraces.

Heritage

Restored historic Chinese shophouse architecture featuring ornamental ironwork and riverfront verandas opposite Wat Arun.

Central

On the Chao Phraya River, facing Wat Arun and steps from Wat Pho and the Grand Palace.

Riva Arun Bangkok — rooms

Rooms

Crisp white interiors give way to river-facing balconies, where select suites feature outdoor jacuzzis overlooking the Chao Phraya.

Riva Arun Bangkok — backstory

Backstory

A former commercial Chinese shophouse on Rattanakosin Island was reimagined in 2016, blending vintage ironwork with sleek riverfront glass.

Riva Arun Bangkok — eat & drink

Eat & drink

Open-air rooftop venue Above Riva pours sunset cocktails and modern Thai dishes directly opposite Wat Arun's illuminated prang.

The neighborhood

Tucked along Maharaj Road, the hotel sits steps from Wat Pho and Tha Tien pier in Bangkok's historic Old City.

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