This beautiful luxury hotel is set along the Chao Phraya River.
It is near the city center’s shopping, sightseeing, restaurants, and bars.
Your experience will exceed expectations, as long as you are not in the old and dated Krungthep wing.
Rooms and Amenities
Rooms at the Shangri-La have classic Thai décor with silk and wood furnishings.
They are in excellent condition and definitely worthy of the five-star rating.
They come equipped with all the features expected.
An extra-large king-size bed, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs as well as minibars.
If you want views, make sure you book the spacious Executive River View Suite King.
It has a separate comfortable dining/seating area plus a romantic window alcove seat.
The ensuite bathroom includes a bathtub with a separate rain shower.
Rooms are sound-proofed so make as much noise as you want!
For even more fun, stay in the Shangri-La Wing Presidential Suite.
You’ll find exceptionally spacious and luxurious accommodation.
These luxury apartments have a separate sitting room, a kitchenette, and a dining area.
The room includes a good Hi-Fi sound system ideal for a party.
Although the king bed is for 2 adults, it is extra-large and three can fit in easily.
The marble-floored bathroom also comes with a hot whirlpool bath.
Restaurants & Bars
The Shangri-La Bangkok offers a large choice of dining with its 9 bars and restaurants on-site.
At the “Volti”, the hotel’s Italian restaurant and bar, you will find high-quality fine dining.
The elegant “Shang Palace” offers authentic Cantonese cuisine and signature dishes.
However, the lunch “Dim Sum” buffet is average.
You may find better food at “Next 2 Café”, which serves market-style Asian and international food.
For an authentic Thai dining experience, try “Salathip”.
And don’t miss the buffet-style eatery on a riverboat, “Horizon Cruise”.
You will also find a selection of lobby and riverside bars for cocktails and high tea.
This includes “Lobby Lounge”, “The Long Bar” and “Riverside Lounge”.
- Best Dining: Volti
Facilities
The Shangri-La has two outdoor pools.
They are very nice and have great views of the river, but the main pool shuts at 7 pm.
The award-winning CHI spa offers some of the largest private suites in Bangkok.
This includes the spa pool as well as a great sauna and steam room.
The fitness center is superb and covers 10,000-sqm.
There are also tennis courts at this hotel.
Highlights: Outdoor pools, CHI spa, fitness center
Places Nearby
Shangri La Bangkok is well located for leisure, but the adult nightlife hotspots are further away.
If you love food though, there are some great options.
Fine dining at Mezzaluna is a 3-minute walk, while Boz Eatery & Chill Bar only one minute walk away.
The famous street food market, Bangrak, is about a 10-minute walk.
The hotel is also close to Silom Village with its restaurants and shows (4-minute drive).
If you really want some adult fun, Patpong is the closest nightlife hotspot which is about a 7-minute drive away.
Places: Mezzaluna, Bangrak
Map
- Rating: 5 stars
- Address: 89 Wat Suan Phlu Alley, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
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FAQs
What’s the best room at the Shangri-La Bangkok for groups?
The Shangri-La Wing Presidential Suites is ideal for a party.
It has an extra-large king-sized bed, and the room is sound proofed.
It also comes with a good Hi-Fi sound system.
If you have a lot of girls with you, you’ll love the hot whirlpool bath.
We’ve also covered other top Bangkok hotels with Jacuzzi rooms.
What’s the best room at the Shangri-La Bangkok for couples?
The Executive River View Suite King is a good spacious room for couples.
The romantic window alcove seat and rain shower are great features to enjoy with your Thai girl.
Summary
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Great party room | Krungthep Wing not modern |
| Girl-friendly | Pool closes too early |
| Many dining options |