Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok vs Narai Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by writers. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok scores significantly higher than Narai Hotel. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok scores 94 with recommendations from 20 sources like Frommer's, Star Service and DK Eyewitness.
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."
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."
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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.
Narai Hotel
222 Silom Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
From $66 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The larger, much-older Narai Hotel is a clean, comfortable standard hotel, popular with tour groups."
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Fodor's
"Dating back to 1969, this is one of Bangkok's older hotels, but it's well kept up and conveniently located by the business district on Silom Road."
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Lonely Planet
"The Narai is a slick establishment that lacks the shabby feel so prevalent among mid-range options."
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DK Eyewitness
"Once a top level venue, this hotel is now overshadowed in ambience and price by its more modern neighbors."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"This 475-room, mid-range hotel offers plain, comfortable rooms and a convenient Silom location 15 minutes' walk from the night market and red light district."
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