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SO/ BANGKOK vs Riva Surya Bangkok
Both properties are recommended by expert writers. Overall, SO Sofitel Bangkok scores significantly higher than Riva Surya Bangkok. SO Sofitel Bangkok comes in at 83 with positive reviews from 9 sources including Time Out, Wallpaper and Oyster.
SO/ BANGKOK
Wallpaper
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Fodor's
Forbes Travel Guide
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2 North Sathorn Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
From $93 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Wallpaper
"Following on from the success of the Sofitel So in Mauritius, the second hotel from the group is a 30-storey property in the Thai capital of Bangkok."
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Condé Nast Traveler
85.9
"A 238-room hotel in the capital's business center, housed in a new 30-story glass tower next to Lumpini Park, one of the few green spaces in town."
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The Telegraph
9.0
"Opened in 2012, the Sofitel So is a trendy, outrageously fashionable lifestyle hotel, located in the downtown Sathorn area facing Lumpini Park."
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Fodor's
"An architectural gem, this elegant hotel is designed around the five elements of water, earth, wood, metal, and fire."
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Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Fits right into the colorful chaos of Thailand’s vibrant capital...spectacular views from guest rooms, the top-floor spa, an outdoor glass-walled swimming pool and the several in-house restaurants."
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Riva Surya Bangkok
Jetsetter
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
The Telegraph
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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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