We arrived at the Chatrium Riverside fairly exhausted after the 12 hour flight from England, compounded by it taking two hours to clear immigration / customs at Bangkok airport. From the moment we stepped through the doors of the hotel, it was like being in an oasis of peace and tranquillity. The staff were helpful and attentive, our spacious, well appointed room on the 16th floor had stunning views over the river and city, and the buffet style evening meal in the riverside restaurant was superb. The hotel runs a regular free shuttle boat, which takes about 5 minutes to the Taksim Bridge where there is a skyrail station and connections to the fast and frequent river bus boats, which are a great way of getting around the city, as well as being an unmissable experience in themselves. You can also walk form Taksim - it took us about 20 mins to the central railway station - or pick up a taxi or tuk tuk.
What is really good about the location of the Chatrium is that when you have finished a long, hot day in this busy, noisy, lively city, it is so relaxing to be just that little bit out of the hustle and bustle, while still having the endlessly fascinating river to sit and watch while sipping a cold beer by the poolside! Would definitely stay here again if we ever revisit Bangkok.
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