Stay in Chinatown for a true taste of one of the most bustling, fascinating and historic areas in town, as well as ease of access to nearby tourist favourites. Focussed around the main Yaowarat road, you'll be close to the riverside, and a roughly equal distance from the sights of the Old City (Rattanakosin) and the shopping heaven that is Siam Square. It's also very close to Bangkok's main train station, Hualamphong.
Shanghai Inn Lavish Boutique Hotel | Free Internet in Rooms | Spa | Ideal for Couples Situated in the vibrant heart of Chinatown (on Yaowarat Road), this intimate boutique hotel combines the sumptuousness and romance of the Orient with modern conveniences. Each of its 55 rooms (51 Superior Rooms, 4 Junior Suites) features colourful Chinese d-cor, contains a unique four poster bed and antique furnishings, and comes with cable TV, complementary wireless Internet access, 24-hour room service, fridge, mini-bar, electronic safe, among other accoutrements. External facilities include an authentic tea house, a Chinese theme spa, library, internet corner, business area, tour desk, and a complimentary tuk-tuk service to Hualumphong train station and main shopping areas (Silom, CentralWorld, Siam Square). (Shanghai Inn has rooms available at special price on Latestays, starting at 2,650 THB)
Grand China Princess Business, Leisure or Families | Internet in Rooms | Great Restaurants Located in Grand China Trade Tower, at the intersection of Ratchawong and Yaowarat Roads, these 155 finely appointed rooms offer contemporary comfort and functionality alongside views overlooking the city and its main river, the Chao Phraya. Dining facilities include a coffee shop, lobby bar, pastry shop, North-eastern Thai restaurant, Chinese restaurant (Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine), and revolving club lounge and restaurant. High-speed Internet is available in rooms or public areas, and amenities include Thai massage, aerobics studio, fitness centre, sky pool, meeting and convention rooms for up to 350 people, a babysitting service and tours desk.
