Mandarin Oriental, BangkokvsConrad Bangkok
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok and Conrad Bangkok Hotel are both recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok ranks significantly better than Conrad Bangkok Hotel. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok scores 94 with positive reviews from 20 reviews like Time Out, Rough Guide and Travel + Leisure.
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok
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48 Oriental Ave, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
From $344/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge "One of the oldest deluxe hotels in Bangkok, serving the rich and famous... for more than 130 years."
Insight Guides "Bangkok's riverside "Grand Dame" has been hosting guests since 1876 in its original Authors' Wing, which still has period suites and delightful tea rooms."
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"Some say that Bangkok's Mandarin Oriental is the most overrated hotel in the world. The rest of the world, however, simply says it's the best." Full review
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Don your white shantung, watch the river traffic, and order a Gore Vidal at the bar, drinking him in slowly to avoid the bitter sting.
DK Eyewitness "Built in 1867, and a favorite of authors Somerset Maugham and Joseph Conrad, the Mandarin Oriental combines a rich past with luxury."
Rough Guide "One of the world’s best, this effortlessly stylish riverside hotel boasts immaculate standards of service."
Star Service "Situated on the banks of the Chao Praya River, this hotel has long been and continues to be in a class of its own, winning many awards and becoming a tourist site in its own right." Full review
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Those who wish to avoid the stifling humidity outside can choose to take their meals in the air-conditioned comfort of its indoor dining room.
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Bangkok is a long-standing landmark of traditional Thai-style luxury and a favorite among discerning travelers, celebrities, foreign dignitaries and even members of the Thai royal family." Full review
Frommer's "The Mandarin Oriental [SSS] [kds] -- Bangkok's oldest and best-known hotel has been frequented by Thai royalty and glitterati, as well as a long roster of sports and film stars." Full review
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"Considered the Grand Dame of Bangkok hotels, this luxury property sits along the banks of the Chao Phraya River, with knockout views from rooms as well as the hotel's elegant bars and restaurants." Full review
Afar Magazine "Opened in 1879, Mandarin Oriental was Thailand’s first hotel and is still among its best, offering a touch of Far East romance from a bygone era." Full review
Conrad Bangkok Frommer's
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87 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
From $63/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This fashionable high-rise springs out of the smart All Seasons Place complex, cluttered with expensive shops and fast-food outlets." Full review
Travel + Leisure "391-room hotel conveniently located in the central business district, near major embassies and the Bangkok Transit System." Full review
Rough Guide "The Conrad places a high premium on design, aiming to add a cutting edge to traditional Thai style, and on service, including tailor-made itineraries by the concierge."
Star Service "This property has plenty of competition on Wireless Road, where there is a cluster of good hotels, but it beats them all." Full review
Fodor's "Though this hotel is one of the largest in the city, the service doesn't suffer—the staff is attentive and the beautifully designed rooms are perfect down to the smallest detail." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"When built in 2003, the Conrad was one of the first hotels in Bangkok to consciously make an effort to appeal to the young and hip. It has since been surpassed in this area, but still..." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"The commotion of the city melts away the moment you step inside the Conrad’s sleek and stylish lobby...bars offer another reason to visit. Skyline views from cozy rooms provide a scenic sense of place" Full review
Fodor's "Though this hotel is one of the largest in Bangkok, the service doesn't suffer—the staff is attentive, and the beautifully designed rooms are perfect down to the smallest detail. Look for..." Full review
Time Out "Conrad is a hotel that quietly ticks all the boxes – especially if you're looking for somewhere that’s polished but not too formal. Tucked in the city’s business district, it’s sleek..." Full review
