Top 10 Bangkok Hotels near the Skytrain

Top 10 Bangkok Hotels near the Skytrain

Before 1999, Bangkok was synonymous with traffic and its byproduct, stress. But then something called the Skytrain – a raised, blissfully air-conditioned monorail snaking its way around the city – whizzed on to the transport scene. The traffic didn’t disappear – but it got better, much better. The following hotels are the cr?me de la cr?me of those lucky enough or wealthy enough to be close to it. Some require a few minutes walk, a few only a few paces, but we’ve been careful to ensure that all are here not merely by virtue of their position. The balance between price, flair, facilities, service and Skytrain-friendliness is what makes these gems gleam.


1.Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit The rich woods, marble and Thai silks. The 24-hour business centre with modern amenities like wireless Internet. The 420 scintillating rooms, sophisticated fine-dining and drop-dead gorgeous spa. Gracious staff. Not to mention a fantastic location on Sukhumvit Road, including a direct walkway to the skytrain. This is, hands down, among the best hotels in Asia.

2. Asia Hotel Everything from the 650 well-appointed rooms to the restaurants and gleaming lobby oozes classical elegance. But what guests love most about this populist favourite is being only one stop from Siam Square. That and the fact that if rooms were any closer to BTS Ratchatewi station you could literally roll out of bed and into an awaiting skytrain.



3. InterContinental Bangkok

Polished, worldly, professional, technologically astute – the Intercontinental is like the modern business executives who love staying here. For them, or those just wanting a luxury stay within strolling distance of upscale shopping malls and the Skytrain, this is the perfect package, all wrapped up in a swish coating of curved steel and glass.

4. Novotel Bangkok on Siam SquareWhether you’re here for business, nightlife or shopping, the Novotel excels at debatably the three most important factors in hotel decision-making - location, location and location. The coolest boutiques, the busiest shopping malls and the most central Skytrain station - Siam Square - surround this four-star blend of luxury rooms, restaurants, bars and superb hospitality.

5. Holiday Inn Bangkok

Is the Holiday Inn the shoppers’ dream hotel? This high-luxury, medium-cost urban hideaway sits in the shadow of some of Bangkok’s mall elite – CentralWorld, Gaysorn, Erawan Plaza. Had enough commercial commotion? Retreat to the entertainment, dining or pampering facilities. Or, even better, board a Skytrain at nearby Childom station for new city flavours.

6. The Westin Grande Sukhumvit This five-star is, simply put, rather grand. Alongside an absorbing ultra-modern look and a long list of extras (including the divine ‘Heavenly Bed’ and a ravishing spa), this service-obsessed hotel is only one minutes walk from BTS Asok Station. Whether in Bangkok for all-out business or a bout of unfettered leisure, or both, few can match it.

7. Dusit Thani BangkokWhen it opened back in 1970, The Dusit Thani was a landmark. And today, when it has 517 sumptuous rooms and suites, distinctive Thai motifs, eight signature restaurants, Devarana Spa and a Skytrain (and MRT) station up its sleeve? Put simply, it’s better. With each passing year this five-star is even more the earthly manifestation of its namesake – ‘a town in heaven’.

8. S15 Sukhumvit Hotel

With its chocolate and hazelnut browns against muted granite, marble, mirror and metal, it’s easy to mistake S15 for a showroom for the latest interior trends. But it’s more than that. Located in hyper lower Sukhumvit, this boutique marries its sexy post-modern looks with of-the-minute functionality and easy Skytrain connectivity. Frankly, we love it.

9. Pathumwan Princess

Abutting every bargain hunter’s favourite mall, MBK, this four-star hideaway is a big hit with the shoppers. Bring the family – beyond the 462 guest rooms there are some great facilities including a 9,000-square metre fitness centre, swimming pool and restaurants. The Skytrain station, just around the corner, is the icing on this sumptuous, yet inexpensive accommodation cake.



10. The Landmark Bangkok

After 20 years, The Landmark continues to enthrall with its competitive rates and compelling looks. Recently renovated, it packs in exotic rooms, sleek business facilities, a large fitness centre, charismatic pavilion swimming area and no less than nine international restaurants. Perhaps its biggest asset, though, is its location in front of BTS Nana Skytrain station – hectic yet helpful.

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