HOTEL OVERVIEW:

The Oriental Bangkok

The Oriental Bangkok is a favored oasis, voted by leading international publications as one of the finest hotels in the world.

For over 125 years royalty, dignitaries and distinguished travellers have all followed the legendary Chao Phya river through the heart of Bangkok to the doors of one of the world's most luxurious hotels - The Oriental, Bangkok. The rooms and suites are sumptuous. The restaurants and bars are in a class of their own. The spa is one of the most beautiful in the world.

All are rich in history and stories of the high profile guests who have made this hotel an essential stop on their world travels for almost 130 years.

The Oriental, Bangkok is renowned for its sheer extravagance of its rooms and suites - and one of the world's most beautiful spas.

FACILITIES:

• Two swimming pools amid tropical gardens
• The unique experience of the Oriental Spa which blends Eastern and Western practices, including yoga and meditation, in a distinctly different approach to mental and physical well-being.
• The Oriental Shopping Arcade
• A short boat ride to River City Shopping Complex where a wide selection of antiques can be purchased Arts and crafts, antiques and silverware shops on nearby New Road.
• The world-famous Thai Cooking School and Thai Culture Programmes
• A Sports Center with high tech gymnasium, tennis courts, squash courts and sauna
• Fully-equipped business center, including translation service, facsimile, internet access, secretarial services and private meeting rooms.
• Self sufficient in electrical supply with two emergency generators in case of power failure.

The Bamboo Bar - Known as the best live jazz spot in town, this bar serves an extensive menu of cocktails and drinks in a relaxing, jungle-like ambience.

Lord Jim's - This quintessential seafood restaurant offers a very popular international lunch time buffet and an a la carte dinner.

Le Normandie - Considered by many to be the finest French dining experience in Asia.. Patrons choose from a set menu or full French a la carte.

Sala Rim Naam - Sala Rim Naam serves a buffet lunch and set Thai dinner with traditional dance show, while the Terrace Rim Naam offers a la carte Thai dining by the river.

The Riverside Terrace - The dinner buffet served here has one of the best selections of grilled seafood, meats and everything from kebabs to Chinese style noodles.

Ciao - Dine under the stars at this riverside venue, on the finest pizza from our wood fired oven and the very best Italian ice creams.

China House - Situated just outside the hotel, this colonial style building houses a first class Chinese restaurant specialising in Cantonese and other regional dishes.

The Verandah - This casually elegant restaurant offers international all-day a la carte dining with a huge selection of freshly baked cakes. It's also the place for breakfast.

Authors' Lounge - On the ground floor of the Authors' Wing, this lounge has old colonial charm, with its white rattan furniture and English afternoon tea.

ACCOMMODATION:

Deluxe River Wing - Light and airy, these rooms have floor to ceiling windows and a balcony with a partial river view. For added comfort there's a spacious seating area, upholstered in a neutral blend of the finest Thai silks.

The Garden Wing Rooms - A colonial style room with a novel floor plan. Some have two levels, with the bedroom above and a plush seating area below. Touches of old grandeur, like chandeliers and parquet floors are blended with new style armoires and ottomans.

Superior River Wing - Surround yourself in genuine teak and traditional Thai silks in these elegant rooms with an uninterrupted view of the river. Fresh fruit and flowers will be delivered to your room daily. And if there's anything else you require, your personal butler is always at your service.

Executive Suite - Located in the River Wing, these elegant and spacious suites face North and have impressive River views.

Deluxe Suite - For more than a century, some of the greatest names in literature have sought escape and inspiration at The Oriental, Bangkok. In their honour, ten of our most illustrious suites have been designed to reflect the personality and achievements of these literary titans.

Authors' Suite - Situated in the original Oriental hotel building, The Authors' Wing celebrates some of the great writers who have stayed here over the last century. All have lavish bedrooms and lounge areas, dressing rooms and Victorian style bathrooms.

The Siam Suite - A two bedroom suite with a Northern Thai atmosphere. Drapes and furnishings are sumptuous, and the foyer, living and dining areas are panelled in teak, like the flooring underfoot. Dark timber and gilt furnishings do nothing to detract from the spacious elegance of the suite, and the Northern artworks are the finishing touch that gives it such a unique character.

The Oriental Suite - This classic and timeless suite has been extensively renovated to restore it to its original splendour. Exquisite timber panels remain untouched, while soft furnishings have been renewed. Rooms are exquisite and the art collection they house hark back to earlier days in the life of this flagship suite, which has played host to many Hollywood stars.

The Selandia Suite - This suite evokes the charms of a life aboard ship, with its teak floors and walls, navy striped cotton draperies and brass cornered tables. It is classically but richly decorated, and the Master bedroom alone is complete with gold leaf, crystal and silver. The nautical theme is continued throughout, right down to the photographs, engravings and maps that take pride of place on the walls.

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