Hotel
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok
Bangkok's grand old riverside hotel, first opened in the 1870s, with a historic Authors' Wing, acclaimed restaurants, a renowned spa and the Bamboo Bar.
The Peninsula Bangkok
A 37-storey luxury hotel on the Thonburi bank of the Chao Phraya, where every room has river views and a private boat shuttles guests across.
At a glance
- Type
- Luxury riverside hotel
- Area
- Khlong San, Bangkok, Thailand
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Official site
- peninsula.com
- Last checked
- October 23, 2026
Good to know
- Pool
- Spa
- River shuttle
Why we recommend it
Opened in 1998, The Peninsula Bangkok rises 37 storeys on the quieter west bank of the Chao Phraya, and its distinctive W-shaped tower means every room looks out over the water. There are 367 rooms and suites, finished in a polished blend of Thai and contemporary style.
The hotel's own boats run guests across the river to the Saphan Taksin BTS station and the Charoen Krung side, making it easy to explore while returning to a calmer base. The riverside pool, set among tropical gardens, is one of the most attractive in the city. The property describes itself as holding a Forbes Five-Star rating and a Michelin Two Keys designation. Request a high floor for the best skyline views.
Reviewed by Lifestylemetro · Details checked October 23, 2026
The Peninsula Bangkok FAQs
Which side of the river is the hotel on?
It is on the Thonburi (west) bank, on Charoennakorn Road in Khlong San.
How do guests reach the city centre?
The hotel runs its own shuttle boats across the river.