Banyan Tree Bangkok

With a city-centre location, the Banyan Tree Bangkok encompasses all of the colour and flavour of the Thai capital across its 61 floors, putting a 5 star luxury twist on the legendary hospitality for which the land of smiles is famed.

Each of the 327 rooms and suites at the Banyan Tree blends traditional Thai aesthetics with modernity and sophistication. Floor to ceiling windows flood rooms with the natural light of the city while also ensuring that the spectacular skyline is given prime position. The panoramas here are like no others.

Like the rest of Bangkok, the eating options are extensive here. Flit between contemporary Thai cuisine at Saffron, fresh seafood at Pier59 and dim sum lunches at Bai Yun but, whatever you do, do not miss the Vertigo Grill & Moon Bar. 61 floors above Bangkok, this is al fresco dining at its most impressive. Quite literally on top of the world, this is the highest bar and restaurant of its kind in all of Asia Pacific. Come here to sup cocktails as the sun goes on and Bangkok flickers into night-time, and dine under the stars " this is without doubt one for which to pack your posh threads.

The Banyan Tree is perfectly poised for exploring the hectic daily life of Bangkok. Catch a tuk-tuk to the Grand Palace, discover Buddhist temples filled with contemplative monks and take a trip through the complex maze of water markets before some retail therapy. When it all gets too much, retreat to the cosy oasis of the outdoor pool and the acclaimed Banyan Tree Spa, and that rooftop bar...

40 minutes by car from Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi International Airport.

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Don't miss dinner aboard the Apsara a vintage-styled rice barge plying the majestic Chrao Praya, the River of Kings. On-board the noble teak wood vessel, indulge in selections of royal Thai cuisine and canapes, served with legendary Banyan Tree service.

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For ultimate indulgence try the Royal Banyan which features the exclusive Banyan Massage, which combines the best of East and West massage techniques and the highlight of Harmony Banyan is a massage conducted by two therapists working in unison.