Bangkok, Thailand
The Siam
The Tranquil Summary
A small, art-filled boutique hotel on roughly 3 acres of riverfront in Bangkok's royal Dusit district, opened in 2012 and designed by Bill Bensley for owner Krissada Sukosol Clapp. It has just 39 suites and pool villas along the Chao Phraya, with a private riverboat to the city center, the Opium Spa, a Muay Thai ring and a cooking school.
Best for
Travelers who want a small, design-driven, antiques-filled riverside retreat away from Bangkok's central business and shopping districts.
Consider if
Its Dusit location, while quieter and more residential, is further from Bangkok's main downtown districts than river hotels closer to Sathorn or Silom, and reaching the city center depends on the hotel's private riverboat or a longer drive.
Why it's Tranquil
Set on roughly 3 acres of riverfront in Bangkok's quieter, more residential royal Dusit district, away from the traffic of the central business core. With only 39 suites and pool villas across the property, it is one of the smallest, lowest-density luxury hotels in the city. The Opium Spa and a riverside infinity pool sit within lush internal gardens, alongside a Muay Thai ring, cooking school and screening room for quiet, private downtime. A private riverboat connects guests to the city center, keeping the property itself largely traffic-free.
See what it’s like
The Tour
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Attributes
- Exceptional Spa
- Historic
- Romantic
- Slow Stay
- Design
- Strong Sense of Place
Stay at The Siam
Check dates and rates on the hotel’s own booking page.