Bangkok Hotels
Bangkok is a vast urban metropolis, with an equally vast range of things to see and do. Thriving nightlife, bargain shopping, stunning historical sights, cultural attractions, delicious cuisine and luxurious spas – sadly, you won’t have time to experience it all in one go. Allow at least three to five days for a visit. Plan well, take your time, and discover what makes so many people return again and again.
As intoxicating as it is diverse, Bangkok is a melting pot of exotic aromas, interesting sights and tremendous visual delights, with endless layers to explore and hidden gems to discover. Ensure yourself plenty of time to see the magnificent Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaeothat – the most revered treasures of the spiritual heart of Thailand. The stunning beauty and enormous significance of these temples will enchant all who see them.
No matter your taste or budget, shopping in Bangkok is a must. Indulge in some serious shopping in the modern, glittering air-conditioned malls or explore the city’s famously buzzing street markets. Bangkok has an amazing array of major retail centres, including MBK, Emporium, Siam Discovery, Siam Paragon, and Central World. Whether it’s jewellery, antiques or the latest pair of trainers, Bangkok is sure to have what you’re after.
Savour Bangkok’s many culinary delights – a deliciously unusual combination of tastes and textures, of spiciness, sourness, sweetness and saltiness. Bangkok restaurants are renowned for their exceptional cuisine, and many also offer traditional home cooking. Enlighten all of your senses at Zense, a visually stunning rooftop restaurant and bar with a breathtaking panorama. Or explore Chinatown, around Yaowarat and Charoen Krung Roads, whose many lanes are full of shops and vendors selling all types of food and other goods. With a huge assortment of food markets, food courts, fast food chains, antique teak houses, dinner cruises and trendy restaurants, Bangkok offers a smorgasbord of dining experiences.
Despite its wild reputation, Bangkok nightlife is relaxed, safe and enjoyable. The city features a wide variety of night spots including Patpong, Khao San Road, Silom, Ratchada, Royal City Avenue (RCA) and Siam Square, which feature everything from excellent live music and jazz clubs to ultra-cool bars, trendy clubs and great restaurants.
Along with excitement, Bangkok has a lot to offer visitors in the way of rejuvenation. Visit one of the many luxurious spas or traditional Thai massage houses after a long day of shopping and sightseeing. Ancient knowledge passed down over many generations, and lots of legendary Thai hospitality provide the perfect recipe for beautifying body and soul. There are also plenty of places specialising in meditation, yoga and other forms of physical and spiritual wellness. For a private spa retreat, try Chi Spa at the Shangri-La Hotel, Tantara Heath Spa at the Pathumwan Princess Hotel, or Devarana Spa at the Dusit Thani Hotel. There are plenty of Bangkok City Hotels for every taste and budget.