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Capella Bangkok
Capella Bangkok
Capella Bangkok

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Capella Bangkok

Bangkok

Serenity and superb service on the banks of the Chao Phraya River

Setting the scene: Let's face it, Bangkok is one of the most exciting cities in the world with one of the best food scenes to be found but it can also be a lot: frenetic, noisy and with a traffic situation to try the patience of a saint. This is where Capella Bangkok steps in. Located on the Chao Phraya River in the Charoenkrung district, the Capella is a masterclass in serenity and calm, from the neutral-toned, clean-lined, Japan-esque design to the brilliant and seemingly semi-psychic service that anticipates your every waking need, just a few of the reasons it earned the title as The World's Best Hotel in 2024.

Space and light: Space and light are integral features of all the 101 rooms, suites and villas here – the entry level rooms with their dressing rooms, oversized, light-splashed bathrooms and lounger-equipped terraces are close to apartment-sized – but, if you really want to appreciate the luxury of space in a tightly packed city, Capella Bangkok's riverside villas deliver in spades. Not only is the accommodation itself impressively spacious with separate living rooms and immense bathrooms, but the villas all have private gardens with a private jacuzzi plunge pool and sala lounge.

Eating and drinking: Bangkok's ever-increasing reputation as one of the world's great food cities means that keeping guests dining in-house requires an elevated offer. Capella Bangkok delivers the goods with signature restaurant Côte – an elegantly casual Mediterranean masterpiece overseen by lauded chef Mauro Colagreco – and by the vibrant sweet, spicy and sour local Thai flavours served at the riverside restaurant Phra Nakhon. For cocktail lovers, Stella is an ultra-glamorous bar with superb snacks designed to perfectly match the drinks offering.

Personalised guides: With so much to see in the city, making decisions about where to start can seem overwhelming. The Capella's team of personable Capella Culturists ease the stress, whether by organising a bespoke, guided shopping spree through the city's legendary malls or a private meditation session with the head monk of a 250-year-old temple. Itineraries can be created for you around food, art, culture and gardens, while the hotel's spacious Living Room hosts classes and demonstrations in local specialties like the art of weaving Thai flower garlands.

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