One of the most famous hotels in the world, the Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok offers luxurious surroundings by the banks of the lively Chao Phraya River. For over 130 years this magnificent hotel has been welcoming guests to its 358 rooms and 35 suites. With its own boats to navigate the famous river, the Mandarin Oriental represents the last word in style and colonial heritage.
One of the most famous parts of the hotel is the Authors' Lounge, well known for its afternoon tea served with scones, finger sandwiches, sweets and savouries. The Authors' Lounge also boasts a well stocked library, with signed letters from famous authors on the charming walls. The lounge is named after some of the hotel's most famous guests, with authors from Joseph Conrad to Barbara Cartland having stayed here.
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Tour ideas in Bangkok
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Mandarin Oriental Bangkok as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Bangkok city safari ![Grand Palace in Bangkok]()
Bangkok city safari
Bangkok city safari
Travelling by tuk-tuk, Skytrain, or water taxi, you鈥檒l see Bangkok through local eyes. Along the way, you鈥檒l take in the city鈥檚 landmark sites and experiences, from golden Buddha statues and royal palaces to chanting monks and lively markets.
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Eco-friendly canal cruise through Bangkok鈥檚 historic khlongs ![Historic Bangkok khlong (canal)]()
Eco-friendly canal cruise through Bangkok鈥檚 historic khlongs
Eco-friendly canal cruise through Bangkok鈥檚 historic khlongs
After exploring the quiet bakery-lined streets of Bangkok鈥檚 Portuguese quarter, you鈥檒l step aboard a solar-powered longtail boat to experience life along the historic Thonburi canals. Wooden shophouses on stilts, gilded temples, and a towering golden statue all line your route.
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Experience the secret garden of Bang Kra Jao by bicycle ![Getting off-the-beaten track in Bangkok is worlds away from the busy city]()
Experience the secret garden of Bang Kra Jao by bicycle
Experience the secret garden of Bang Kra Jao by bicycle
Just across the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok lies the city's secret garden 鈥� Bang Kra Jao. Only accessible by boat, you must cross the river on a small ferry to reach this beautiful area full of small villages, temples and tropical flora.
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Bangkok and nearby places
- Ayutthaya 44 miles away
- Amphawa 43 miles away
- Kanchanaburi & The River Kwai 70 miles away
- Khao Yai National Park 82 miles away
- Koh Samet 103 miles away
- Koh Munnork 113 miles away
- Phimai 169 miles away
- Phanom Rung 173 miles away
- Koh Kood 200 miles away
- Sukhothai 232 miles away