Bangkok, Thailand
The Sukhothai Bangkok
The Tranquil Summary
A low-rise hotel on South Sathorn Road, spread across roughly six acres of landscaped grounds no more than six storeys tall, designed by architects Kerry Hill and Ed Tuttle and opened in 1991. The 210-room property is built around courtyards, reflecting pools, and covered walkways in a style inspired by the historic Sukhothai Kingdom. Facilities include The Sukhothai Spa and a 25-metre infinity-edge swimming pool.
Best for
Travelers who want a genuinely low-density, garden-set hotel within the city rather than a high-rise tower.
Consider if
Its Sathorn location is business-district central rather than riverside or leafy residential, and the low-rise, courtyard-driven design feels more formal and traditional than a contemporary design hotel.
Why it's Tranquil
The hotel is famous for how completely its walled, garden courtyards mute the sound of South Sathorn Road just outside, an unusually deliberate built-in escape for a downtown property. Spread over about six acres with buildings capped at six storeys and 210 rooms total, density here is genuinely low for central Bangkok. The Sukhothai Spa and a 25-metre infinity-edge pool, plus reflecting pools and covered garden walkways throughout the grounds, give guests real quiet lounging space.
See what it’s like
The Tour
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Attributes
- Exceptional Pool
- Historic
- Slow Stay
- Design
Stay at The Sukhothai Bangkok
Check dates and rates on the hotel’s own booking page.