It should come as no surprise that the Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld, the flagship property of Centara Hotels and Resorts, is an organic part of CentralWorld Shopping Complex. Already a landmark, the top of this 55-storey structure resembles a blooming lotus, and within the 500 spacious, luxuriously contemporary rooms are all the modern amenities one could ask for, including a gorgeous view of metropolitan Bangkok. Excellent dining options (including the rooftop Red Sky) and convenient access to the BTS Skytrain make Centara Grand a popular home base for travelers looking to shop, dine, and explore the best Bangkok has to offer.

Originally constructed more than 70 years ago as a three-bedroom residence for a Thai Supreme Court justice, Baan Pra Nond was renovated in a way to retain its Thai colonial charm. Today, this boutique hotel offers just 10 guest rooms, beautifully furnished in period pieces. All are slightly different with one also featuring a comfortable sitting area and another a patio with direct access to the pool. While the surrounding orchards and rice paddy have given way to city development, Baan Pra Nond still enjoys a lush, tropical garden. Meanwhile, it’s not far from the riverfront and the Taksin Bridge pier and BTS station, which make it very handy for exploring the city.

Baan Pra Nond Bed & Breakfast
18/1 Charoenrat Road,
Yannawa, Sathorn District, Bangkok
Tel: +66 (0) 2212 2242
Fax: +66 (0) 2673 9992
www.baanpranond.com

Nestled in a lush garden on the east bank of the Chao Phraya River across from Wat Arun, the Temple of the Dawn, Chakrabongse Villa offers you a premier location in old Bangkok. The accommodations, which include an elegant Chinese House with two double rooms with private terraces furnished with antiques, a traditional wooden Thai house on stilts rebuilt to include modern amenities, and the Riverside Villa and Garden Suite, each with separate sitting room and private veranda. The garden pool and Riverside Sala dining room complete this complex, which is like a step back in time. Close to Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, and points of interest around Sanam Luang, it’s easy to imagine life in Bangkok a century ago.

Chakrabongse Villas
396/1 Maharaj Road, Tha Tien, Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok
Tel: +66 (0) 2224 6686 Fax: +66 (0) 2225 3861
www.thaivillas.com

It really is like a dream to stay at this true bastion of ‘Hautel Couture’ and 5-star experience situated in the heart of Bangkok’s fashion, entertainment, restaurants, and shopping areas. Float upstairs to Dream’s 195 guest rooms and you’ll descend to a world dedicated to dreams, with indigo blue corridors of soft washed lights that lead you to your room. Mood lighting seeps from the under the bed giving the illusion that you are floating on a cloud. Dream Bangkok is no less exciting than its sister hotel in the big apple, Dream New York. Although stepping into this funky hotel feels more like stepping into MOMA (Museum of Modern Art, NYC), the hotel does have well-appointed rooms with exciting ambience. The Flava Lounge downstairs is also a popular hangout spot for the young and trendy and offers fancy cocktails and sophisticated finger food. A roster of live DJs and a full calendar of events ensure that you never have the same dream twice.

Dream Bangkok Hotel 10 Sukhumvit Soi 15, Klong Toey Nua, Wattana District, Bangkok Tel: +66 (0) 2254 8500 Email: reservations@dreambkk.com www.dreambkk.com

The Sofitel Silom rises up in the midst of Bangkok’s glittering skyline and a line up of high-rise towers. This is an ideal place to absorb the view and venture out in the city, which very much at your doorstep. Located at the crossroads of the commercial and entertainment districts, this 5-star hotel reflects the cosmopolitan sophistication, luxury and traditional elegance of Bangkok. Guest will be able to easily accesses tourist attractions, the Bangkok Skytrain, the subway station, and Suvarnabhumi Airport. The accommodations feature contemporary Thai design, with floor-to-ceiling windows, wooden flooring, and breathtaking views. You can further indulge in Bangkok with Sofitel’s innovative ‘MyBed,’ which affords the utmost comfort. Additionally, a variety of restaurants and bars provide the perfect setting for relaxing and socializing and offer refined French cuisine with the latest in fusion dishes from around the world.

Sacha’s Hotel Uno
28/19 Sukhumvit 19 Sukhumvit Rd.,
Klong Toey Nua, Wattana District, Bangkok
Tel: +66 (0) 2651 2179
www.hotel-uno.com

Tucked away in a shady lane just steps from Bangkok’s trendy Ekamai and Sukhumvit roads, 72 Ekamai is an oasis promising a ‘roomier, cosier, homier’ stay. The hotel reflects Bangkok’s ‘old days’ with its retro design and decoration. Accommodations include 10 studios and 8 one-bedroom apartments, all equipped with pantry, which is why the hotel is so attractive to those planning a long-term stay. There’s a shimmering pool, which also serves as a highlight of the ‘e at 72’ eatery. Guests can dine poolside at low black tables and couches with dry splashes of red pillows or in the stylish dining room. Still, what really makes ‘e at 72’ so popular is its enormous menu, including Thai cuisine that has received top marks as well as Italian dishes, chops and steaks.

72 Ekamai
Sukhumvit 63 Ekamai, Phra Khanong Nua,
Wattana District, Bangkok
Tel/Fax: +66 (0) 2714 7326-27
Email: reservation@72ekamai.com
www.72ekamai.com

With its lush tropical garden setting under swaying palms, it’s hard to imagine that you’re just steps from the exciting, hustle and bustle of Bangkok. The tranquil, intimate ambience is made complete with just eight en suites, each with its own delightful natural motif. Each room is painted with colorful murals depicting the beauty of Thailand’s countrysides and seas. The contemporary-style furnishings are produced from local materials, fine grain woods, bamboo and native silks and cottons. Breakfast is served on a poolside terrace, where guests can also watch the koi carp frolicking in their pond before beginning their own work or play in the city. After returning from a long day, a traditional Thai massage can feel idyllic before or after a dip in the refreshing pool.

Serene Bangkok bed & breakfast
159/5 Soi Ratchadapisek 46/1, Ratchadapisek Road,
Chatuchak District, Bangkok
Tel: +66 (0) 2930 2009
www.theserenebangkok.com

Set in the heart of Bangkok’s Chinatown, Yaowarat, the hotel is an historical, architectural landmark, featuring a Shanghainese-style interior and service described as “Chinoise Chic”. The hotel offers three types of accommodation named for traditional Chinese flowers, Mu Dan, Peony Suites, Ying Hua, Cherry Blossom Havens, and Mei Hua, Plum Blossom Havens, and are decorated in related motifs. Their décors combine the romance of Old Shanghai with contemporary luxuries to provide utmost comfort and convenience. While the hotel has its own restaurant and bar, this historic neighborhood also boasts the finest selection of Chinese cuisines in addition to great shopping. If one wants to explore further afar, the Chao Phraya River and Hua Lamphong MRT Station are in convenient proximity.

Do not be fooled by the prosaic name or its seemingly small size, S15 is a boutique hotel which will surprise you, starting with the sleek, modern and pleasantly spacious rooms boasting Italian lighting fixtures and airy marble baths. Of course, it is no secret that the hotel’s prime location - mere steps from a wealth of shopping, entertainment, and public transport options - contribute to its success and popularity. Enjoy Thai and International cuisine at the modern, contemporary Mezzanine Café, overlooking the bustle of Sukhumvit Road.

S15 Sukhumvit Hotel
217 Sukhumvit 15, Klong Toey Nua,
Wattana District, Bangkok
Tel: +66 (0) 2651 2000
Email: info@S15hotel.com
www.s15hotel.com

This compact boutique hotel on the banks of the Chao Phraya River was constructed from the remnants of a 50-year- old warehouse, and is ideal for couples. Located in a historical Thai-Chinese community, the hotel is well positioned on Koh Rattanakosin, an area with preserved cultural in the heart of old Bangkok. The hotel is also just a few minutes walk from the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the Thai traditional massage school, and the Grand Palace, as well as a myriad of other fascinating buildings dating back to Bangkok’s origins as the capital city. Guests will be more than pleased with the European style appointments crafted modern, yet classic. With only 12 rooms the hotel maintains a nice boutique ambience, perfect for couples that want to escape the crowds of more tourist oriented areas.

Aurum The River Place
394/27-29 Soi Pansook, Maharaj Road, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok
Tel: +66 (0) 2622 2248 Fax: +66 (0) 2622 0260
Email: rsvn@aurum-bangkok.com
www.aurum-bangkok.com

The very fashionable Fusion Suites blends classic and contemporary design to create ultra luxury accommodations. It also affords a quiet retreat in the midst of Bangkok’s energetic lifestyle. Eight stories high with just 35 rooms in total, the hotel ensures utmost privacy. They all come equipped with Flat-screen TV, iPod dock and hi-speed Internet access. For those who want to indulge themselves further, there are deluxe rooms that come with Jacuzzi. The hotel’s very comfortable F Bar, much like a classic English study, is a very inviting stop and meeting place for an end of day drink or evening cocktail. Everything else you could want is close at hand, including Skytrain and the Underground stations, making this an ideal hotel for corporate and leisure travelers alike.

The Fusion Suites, Bangkok
143/61-62 Sukhumvit Soi 21 Sukhumvit Rd.,
Klong Toey Nua, Wattana, Bangkok
Tel: +66 (0) 2665 2644
www.thefusionsuitesbangkok.com

Named after the fearsome ten-faced giant Tosakan of the Ramayana epic, Tenface exudes whimsy and cool in its dashingly contemporary design. Located deep in the posh, serene Soi Ruamrudee, Tenface manages to exist above and beyond the urban commotion. Upon arrival, guests receive a box that supposedly (according to legend) contains Tosakan’s heart, but actually holds helpful goodies to make your stay in Bangkok more convenient and fun. The hotel’s Wanara Eatery concocts marvelous fusion cuisine, applying traditional Thai recipes with classic Western culinary skill to surprise you with tasty and novel dishes that could please even a multi-facial immortal colossus.

Tenface Hotel
81 Soi Ruamrudee, Wireless Road, Bangkok
Tel: +66 (0) 2695 4242 Fax: +66 (0) 2695 4240
www.tenfacebangkok.com

Commanding a prime location in downtown Bangkok, the Pullman is an upscale hotel that adds warmth to urban living spaces with service that epitomizes the best of Asian hospitality.The enviable location offers easy access to all major parts of the city via the BTS sky train and expressway, which are just steps from the hotel.Adjacent is the King Power Complex, Bangkok’s newest one-stop destination for tourists, where you can find duty free shopping, a Thai restaurant serving sumptuous dishes, and a spectacular theatre featuring the best of traditional Thai performances.The hotel’s 386 rooms and suites exude a contemporary Asian style, with marbled bathrooms, flat-screen televisions, and an alluring decorative theme. Guests can munch on exceptional cuisine at the Chaan restaurants, offering the very best in Thai cooking, with a wide range of classic Thai delights to stimulate your palate and satisfy your appetite. A visit to the Spa at Pullman Bangkok King Power is a pampering that should not be missed, as the therapists use exclusive Decleor products containing essential oils to give you the ‘French beauty touch’ and the ultimate in aromatherapy.

Pullman Bangkok King Power 8/2 Soi Rangnam, Phya Thai Road, Ratchathewi, Bangkok Tel: +66 (0) 2680 9999 Fax: +66 (0) 2680 9998 Email: hotel@pullmanbangkokkingpower.com www.pullmanbangkokkingpower.com

The Eugenia is like no other hotel, as the vintage Jaguars and Mercedes limousines parked in front indicate. Inside the 19th-century colonial-style house are original touches, like antique portals and hand-beaten copper bathtubs. In an effort to preserve the buildings authentic feel, there is no elevator, though all other modern amenities (and round-the-clock concierge service) is available.The D.B. Bradley Dining Room, named in honor of the first Western physician who helped introduce modern medicine to Siam in 1835, is where cuisines from all over the world are combined to startlingly delicious effect.

The Eugenia
267, Soi Sukhumvit 31, Klongton Nua,
Wattana District, Bangkok
Tel: +66 (0) 2259 9011-9
Fax: +66 (0) 2259 9010,
www.theeugenia.com