The Oriental, Bangkok

48 Oriental Avenue

Bangkok, TH

Rating: unknown 5 Star

The Legend of Mandarin Oriental dates back over 130 years when we first opened our doors on the banks of the fabled Chao Phya River ??? The River of the Kings. Since that time the legend of Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok has continued to grow and the hotel is recognized as one fo the finest in the world. The teak bells in the lobby has greeted royalty ??? heads of state ??? and world notables including some of the most famous authors the world has known. But our true joy is in providing every guest with our legendary service. Guest rooms are exquisitely appointed in delicate Thai accents and offer both garden and river views. The glorious Chao Phya River is at our doorstep and lead to Bangkok s magnificent temples ??? palaces ??? floating markets ??? and sites of untold serenity ??? all just minutes away. Guests do not have to travel outside our lush pools ??? world famous spa ??? sports center ??? and 10 restaurants offering exquisitely prepared cuisine ??? are only steps away. The Mandarin Oriental experience ??? a world of self ??? contained luxury ??? unrivalled grace and beauty.

Room Information

Author's Suite

The Joseph Conrad Suite, The Somerset Maugham, The Noel Coward and The James Michener are named for the Author and frequent Oriental Hotel guest and reflects the richness of The Thailand in which he worked. Four-posted bed are traditionally carved,gilded

Two Bedroom Suite

Two Bedrooms Suite.Otago,Vesatri,Melita,Natuna,Giorgio Berlingieri,two bedroom suites combines the splendors of silk - delicate parquet and hand-woven oriental carpets with the latest in modern technology. While the teak and burled furnishings embellis

Deluxe River Wing

Deluxe River Wing (only king-size bed available) Light and airy. These newly renovated rooms have floor to ceiling windows and a balcony with a partial river view. For added comfort there is a spacious seating area upholstered in a neutral blend of the f

Deluxe Garden Wing

Deluxe Garden Wing (no interconnecting rooms availbale, no extra bed allowed, no baby crib allowed)A colonial style room with a novel floor plan. Some have two levels with the bedroom above and a plush seating area below. Touches of old grandeur like chan

Deluxe Stateroom

Deluxe Stateroom. These rooms enjoy a strong flow of natural daylight thanks to floor to ceiling windows and balcony that partially overlooks the river. They also have a spacious seating area with comfortable sofas and a coffee table. Throughout the furn

Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite. For more than a century, some of the greatest names in literature have sought escape and inspiration at The Oriental Bangkok. In their honour ten of our most illustrious suites have been designed to reflect the personality and achievements

Executive Suite

Executive Suite. Located in the River Wing, these elegant and spacious suites face North and have impressive River views. Approximately 55 square meter 592 square feet.

Oriental Suite

The Oriental Suite.This classic and timeless suite has been extensively renovated to restore it to its original splendour. Rooms are exquisite and the art collection they house hark back to earlier days in the life of this flagship suite.Approximate s

Superior River Wing

Superior River Wing - Surround yourself in genuine teak and traditional Thai silks, elegant rooms with uninterrupted river views. Fresh fruit and flowers daily, a personal butler at your service. Approximately 40 square metres/428 square feet.-Private B

Selandia Suite

The Selandia Suite.This suite evokes the charms of a life aboard ship, with its teak floors and walls, navy striped cotton draperies and brass cornered tables. It is classically but richly decorated, and the Master bedroom alone is complete with gold le

Restaurants

The Normandie

Bangkok's finest French restaurant, the Normandie, offers superb French cuisine and impeccable service with spectacular view of the river. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Lord Jim's

Named for a seafaring character in a novel by frequent guest Joseph Conrad - Lord Jim is renowned worldwide for its magnificent seafood. Buffet lunch and a la carte dinner.

The Verandah

The perfect setting for a casual meal or snack any time during the day. The Verandah offers fast service but in a relaxing environment overlooking The River.

Riverside Terrace

Each evening we prepared a riverside buffet of mythic proportions - A feast that is well over a hundred courses including the finest imported meats the freshest seafood and an enormous variety of salads and desserts.

The China House

Beautifully restored and elegantly decorated private residence where classic cantonese cuisine.

Sala Rim Naam

The wonders of Royal Thai cuisine are incorporated in our sumptuous Thai luncheon buffet and set-dinner feast. This classic Thai pavilion is the perfect set for fabulous food-traditional Thai dancing and music.

Author's Lounge

For high tea or evening cocktails guests can relax under the spell of the lounge s exotic and charming atmosphere evoking the early days of the hotel when world famous authors gathered for similar pleasure.

Ciao

Italian fare in a magical setting under the stras - riverside on the marble terrace beside cool gardens. Classic pizzas - The freshest home-made pastas - mouthwatering ice creams complimented by flavorful wines and the world's finest coffees.

Bamboo Bar

The savage - yet - sophisticated feel of a genuine Speakeasy in the jungle in perfect for light lunch or evening cocktails, enjoy the coolest place for live jazz since 1946.

Area Attractions

Bangkok

Ancient City

The "ancient city" is the world's largest living outdoor museum, where Thailand's past is re-created in its full majestic splendour. An attraction no visitor to Thailand should miss.

Crocodile Farm

The biggest crocodile farm in Thailand; see over 30,000 crocodiles of all sizes from tiny babies to full grown monsters! Witness an exciting show demonstrating how an unarmed man can overcome a pit full of crocodiles.

Damnernsduak and River Kwai

Thailand's unique floating market with vendors who ply their wares from tiny boats. Also visit the "Bridge over the River Kwai" of cinematic fame, the war cemetery of Allied soldiers who perished while building the notorious Death Railway during captivity

Jim Thompson's Thai House and Suan Pakkard Palace

The famous house of Thailand's late "Thai Silk King", Jim Thomson; seven very old Thai houses skillfully grouped into one with an outstanding collection of Thai and Asian objets d'art. Enjoy old Thai architect and a collection of rare antiques at Suan Pak

Royal Grand Palace

Visit the grand palace, then go through the dazzling Wat Phra Kaew with its revered Emerald Buddha, Golden Chedi, Pantheon of the Chakri Kings and the eight colored towers.