THAILAND – Bangkok – Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort

Set on the banks of the grand Chao Phraya River, Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort is a thriving oasis offering a unique way to experience the City of Angels. Majestic palms swaying in the breeze. Spa treatments hidden within lush tropical gardens. Luxurious suites lit by the twinkle of the city skyline. Delectable meals fusing tastes from around the globe.

Theme

Classic, Culinary, Honeymoon, Sustainable

Country - City

Thailand - Bangkok

Market segment

Thematic Leisure

Official category

5*

Easia category

Deluxe

Total number of rooms

376

Price level

$$$$

Traveller made amenities

No

Description

Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort is a luxurious riverside retreat located along the Chao Phraya River, offering a serene escape from the bustling city of Bangkok. This five-star resort combines traditional Thai architecture with modern amenities and lush tropical gardens, providing guests with a unique blend of culture and comfort.

Accommodation

  1. Deluxe Rooms:
    • Elegant and spacious rooms with Thai-inspired decor.
    • Features include a private balcony, flat-screen TV, minibar, and en-suite bathroom.
    • Options for garden or river views.
  2. Junior Suites:
    • Larger suites offering additional living space and luxury amenities.
    • Equipped with a seating area, work desk, and upgraded bathroom facilities.
    • Some suites provide panoramic views of the Chao Phraya River.
  3. Anantara Suites:
    • Premium suites featuring separate living and dining areas.
    • Luxuriously furnished with a focus on comfort and style.
    • Ideal for extended stays or guests seeking extra privacy and space.
  4. Family Suites:
    • Designed to accommodate families with children.
    • Separate sleeping areas and family-friendly amenities.

Dining

  1. Benihana:
    • An authentic Japanese steakhouse offering teppanyaki and sushi.
    • Interactive dining experience with live cooking performances.
  2. Trader Vic’s:
    • Renowned for its Polynesian cuisine and exotic cocktails.
    • Features an outdoor terrace with river views.
  3. The Market:
    • All-day dining restaurant serving a variety of international and Thai dishes.
    • Buffet and à la carte options available.
  4. Riverside Terrace:
    • Open-air dining venue with stunning views of the Chao Phraya River.
    • Specializes in Thai cuisine and live cultural performances.

Facilities and Services

  1. Swimming Pool:
    • A large outdoor pool surrounded by lush gardens.
    • Sun loungers and poolside service available.
  2. Anantara Spa:
    • Offers a wide range of treatments, including traditional Thai massages and wellness therapies.
    • Facilities include private treatment rooms, a sauna, and a steam room.
  3. Fitness Center:
    • Fully equipped gym with modern equipment.
    • Offers fitness classes and personal training sessions.
  4. Recreational Activities:
    • Cooking classes, cultural tours, and river cruises.
    • Kid’s club and family-friendly activities available.
  5. Event Spaces:
    • Multiple indoor and outdoor venues for meetings, weddings, and events.
    • Professional event planning and catering services.

Selling Points

  • A resort in Bangkok is facing the Chao Praya River.
  • Easy access by boat to the historical highlights of the city.
  • Tradition, experience and savoir-faire of Anantara group.
  • A few minutes by car or boat from the Luxury ICON Siam Mall, facing Asiatique – The Riverfront Market.
  • Perfect for families and guests wanting a break from busy and vibrant Bangkok.
  • Great amenities, contemporary style rooms, a plethora of eating options, entertainment, dinner cruise, and a free shuttle boat to reach the other side of the Chao Praya River.
  • Extensive Anantara Spa with signature treatments

Time Transport

FROMTODISTANCEDURATIONBYROAD CONDITION
HotelBangkok International Airport45 kilometers60 minutesCarGood
HotelGrand Palace10 kilometers60 minutesCarGood
HotelSaphan Taksin BTS Station5 kilometers15 minutesBoatRiver

 

Easia's recommend room type

  • Deluxe Room (38 sqm.)
    Maximum Occupancy : 3 Adults (including extra bed)
  • Deluxe River View Room: 38 sqm.
    Maximum Occupancy : 3 Adults (including extra bed)
  • Deluxe Riverfront Room: 38 sqm.
    Maximum Occupancy : 3 Adults (including extra bed)
  • Junior River View Suite: 46 sqm.
    Maximum Occupancy : 3 Adults + 1 Child (including extra bed)
  • Anantara River Front Suite: 108 sqm.
    Maximum Occupancy : 4 Adults + 1 Child (including extra bed)

Room configuration

Connecting rooms

YES

Extra bed

Rollaway Bed

King bed

YES

Queen bed

NO

Twin beds

YES

Services

24 hour reception

24/7 nursing & medical services

24h security service

Airport transfer

ATM on site

Babysitting

Buffet Breakfast

Catering (beach, river, cave, other)

Children Activities

Complimentary fresh towel

Concierge service

Cooking Lesson

Credit Card payment

Currency exchange

Handicap Accessible

In-Room Dining

Kid Corner

Laundry service

Limousine Service

Live Music

Luggage Storage

Luxury car rental

Massage

Other: Private Jetty

Porter

Postal Service

Private event, partying

Room Service

Services for children

Spa

Swimming Pool

Traditional show

Wake-up service

Wheelchair

Wi-fi Free

Baby sitting, Kindergarten

Facilities

Air Conditioning

Bar

Beauty Shop

Business centre

Cable, satelite

Children Pool

coffee and tea making facilities

Coffee Shop

Conference hall

Courtyard

Disabled Facility

Elevator

Family Room

Fitness centre

Flat screen TV

Free private parking

Garden

Gift Shop

In-Room safe

Internet

Library

Meeting room

Mini Bar

Outdoor swimming pool

Private Dining Room

Restaurant

Safety Box

satellite LCD TV

Shower With Hot Water

Smoking Area

Terrace

Disabled Facilities

Outside access

Restaurants

Rooms are adapted

Elevator

Restaurant details

  • Benihana (Japanese Cuisine) : Teppanyaki with signature flair.
    Open time : Lunch 12:00hrs. – 15:00hrs. / Dinner 17:00hrs. – 22:00hrs.
  • Riverside Terrace (International BBQ & Seafood) : International buffet banqueting and a dazzling contemporary Thai cultural performance on the River of Kings.
    Open time : 18:00hrs. – 22:00hrs.
  • Trader Vic’s (Exotic Tropical Cuisine) : Pacific-Rim cuisine with riverside views.
    Open time : Dinner 18:00hrs. – 00:00hrs. / Sunday Brunch 12:00hrs. – 15:00hrs.
  • Spice & Barley : A modern take on Chinese cuisine
    Open time :
    Monday – Friday : Lunch 11:30hrs. – 15:00hrs. / Dinner 17:00hrs. – 21:00hrs.
    Saturday – Sunday and Public Holiday : 11:30hrs. – 21:30hrs.
  • Brio (Italian Cuisine) : Italian ristorante and pizzeria.
    Open time : Lunch 12:00hrs. – 15:00hrs. / Dinner 17:00hrs. – 22:00hrs.
  • Mocha & Muffins Riverside : All-day café
    Open time : 07:00hrs. – 21:00hrs.
  • Longtail by The River (Bar) : Sip and savour in sophistication at the water’s edge
    Open time : 16:00hrs. – 00:00hrs.
  • Loy Nam Bar ( Bar ) : Poolside relaxation.
    Open time : 09:00hrs. – 20:00hrs. (Happy Hour : 16:00hrs. – 18:00hrs.)
  • The Market (International Breakfast Buffet)
    Open time : 06:00hrs. – 10:30hrs.
  • Elephant Bar (Bar)
    Open time : 16:00hrs. – 00:00hrs.
  • SEEN Restaurant & Bar Bangkok ( International Cuisine ) : Bangkok rooftop bar and restaurant, overlooking the skyline and the river below.
    Open time : 11:00hrs. – 01:00hrs.
  • Lost & Found (International Cuisine) :
    Open time : 19:00hrs. – 01:00hrs.

Pros

  • Perfect hotel for travelers looking for a resort in Bangkok, especially families.
  • River view, rooms, amenities, services are good
  • Good choice for events, weddings, incentive.
  • Just in front AVANI Riverside, easy to propose a rooftop bar experience within walking distance.
  • Great location, located near attractive place such as Wat Pho, Grand Palace, Icon Siam etc.
  • Complimentary scheduled shuttle boat from/to hotel, ICONSIAM, and BTS Sky train Saphan Taksin station – daily.
  • Do have balcony for all room types.
  • Free parking with EV charging stations.

Cons

  • River-facing rooms might be noisy
  • Restaurants and spa treatments are pricey
  • Not in the city center (a pro for some guests )
  • Not a “luxury hotel”, too “touristy” with entertainment at night, buffet restaurant very impersonal, dinner cruises
  • Not “cosy”
  • Often high occupancy so difficulty to have a contract and direct contract for the TA/TO.
  • Limited number of unit of Two Bedroom River View Chao Phraya Suite (Only 2 units).
  • Family Suite room type can’t place rollaway bed.

Notes

  • No smoking room but smoking is only allowed at the balcony of the room.
  • No pet allowed.
  • No free shuttle services from/to hotel and airport (but do provide hotel limousine services).
  • Take approximately 50 minutes from Suvarnnabhumi International Airport and 30 minutes from Don Mueang International Airport.
  • Check-in at 3:00 pm, and check-out is until 12:00 noon.
  • Extra bed or baby cot are unable to place in Family Suite Room.

Important remarks

 

ServiceDescription
Honeymoon benefitsMinimum 2 Nights Stay ( A copy of marriage certificate is required to present upon check in )

– One time Credit Voucher of THB 800 on spa treatment ( Except Salon Services ) per couple per stay.

– Honeymoon set up in room.

Birthday benefitsYes (complimentary small birthday cake, have to request in advance)
Connecting RoomYes, only for Deluxe Room type and Deluxe River View Room type
Room ServiceYes, 24 hrs.
Handicap RoomYes
Breakfast in roomNo
Extra BedYes, (Rollaway Bed – 3.5 ft.) by only 1 extra bed allowed per room. Family Suite Room is not allowed for extra bed.
Baby CotYes.
BalconyYes.
Lobby SpaceYes
Number of floors7
Welcome drinkYes
Road condition leading to the hotelVery good

Contact

Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort

257/1-3 Charoennakorn Road
Thonburi, Bangkok 10600

Tel : +66 (0) 2 476 0022