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Riva Surya Bangkok vs Chakrabongse Villas & Residences
Both Chakrabongse Villas and Riva Surya Bangkok are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Chakrabongse Villas scores slightly higher than Riva Surya Bangkok. Chakrabongse Villas has a TripExpert Score of 80 with positive reviews from 8 sources such as Time Out, DK Eyewitness and Rough Guide.
Riva Surya Bangkok
Jetsetter
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
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23 Phra Arthit Road, Pranakorn, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
From $49 /night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Jetsetter
"Colonial-style crash pad near Bangkok's Grand Palace, with poolside sofas overlooking the Chao Phraya River."
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Star Service
"While W and the Renaissance have all the modern trappings, this boutique hotel combines it with Thai culture and heritage from the architecture to the staff uniforms."
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Travel + Leisure
"This modern boutique hotel is set right along the river and near some of the city’s top attractions."
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Families needing extra space should book Premium Riva rooms for their adjoining doors.
Oyster
Upscale
"Situated in the Pra Athit/Khao San district of Bangkok, the upscale Riva Surya Bangkok stands out from nearby properties with its sophisticated style."
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The Telegraph
8.0
"The Riva Surya is a smart 'flashpacker' hotel by the Chao Phraya river, close to Khao San Road"
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Chakrabongse Villas & Residences
Frommer's
Concierge
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DK Eyewitness
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396 Maharaj Road, Tatien, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
From $196 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"Rather optimistically touted as "Thailand's best-kept secret," this clutch of traditional wooden Thai houses is now on every website and in every guide, so be sure to call ahead to reserve a space."
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Be sure to call ahead to reserve a space.
Concierge
"This little-known waterside oasis hides in plain sight among Bangkok's top tourist attractions such as the Grand Palace and Wat Pho."
Fodor's
"They may be the best rooms in the city—the problem is there are only four, and the place is very popular, so you must book well in advance."
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DK Eyewitness
"Built in 1908 as the residence of Prince Chulachakrabongse, these incredibly luxurious villas lie on the Chao Phraya River between Chinatown and the Royal Palace."
Rough Guide
"In the luxuriant, riverside gardens of 100-year-old Chakrabongse House overlooking Wat Arun are four tranquil villas beautifully furnished in dark wood and silk, with polished teak floors."
