The Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok on the Chao Praya River is finally welcoming guests having been forced to delay its opening in April because of the Coronavirus pandemic.
The hotel, part of Bangkok’s first “urban resort” designed by Jean-Michel Gathy, is located along 200 metres of open riverfront and is the only waterfront site with direct access to both the river and Charoen Krung road – the city’s very first street.
The 299-room hotel boasts cascading green courtyards, open-air spaces, water features and a collection of art installations curated by Gathy himself.
Modern rooms and suites have a warm, residential character with Thai touches, balancing contemporary aesthetics with high tech function and signature Four Seasons comfort.
Each room boasts high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows with river or garden views, and spa-like bathrooms.
Experiences include:
- Yu Ting Yuan – Presenting authentic Cantonese cuisine in a high style setting amid lush gardens and a shimmering reflection pond.
- Riva del Fiume Ristorante – Head Chef Enrico Maritan and his culinary team welcome guests with the aromas and flavours of locally and seasonally-inspired Italian dishes served along riverside terraces reminiscent of Italy’s Lake Como.
- Brasserie Palmier – Also on the riverfront, the relaxed vibe of this French Tropics-inspired café sets the tone for enjoying brasserie classics with an emphasis on fish and seafood, including a wine and oyster bar.
- BKK Social Club – Evoking the legendary glamour of Buenos Aires with a menu of bespoke cocktails, craft spirits, rare Champagnes and the finest cigars, this newcomer to Asia’s remarkable bar scene is set to make its mark.
- The Lounge – Where international visitors mix with local patrons, The Lounge is the setting for impromptu get-togethers and a cosy afternoon tea.
- Cafe Madeleine – A showcase for Executive Chef Bruce Trouyet and his pastry team, Cafe Madeleine is a neighbourhood pastry shop and café offering both indoor-outdoor seating and takeaway options.
Just 40 minutes from Suvarnabhumi International Airport, the fourth location in the Four Seasons Thailand Collection offers a wealth of opportunities for locals and international travellers to make connections with each other and the exciting city that surrounds it.
The area is enjoying a revival with generations-old businesses now operating alongside new hipster cafes, contemporary art galleries and a creative district, all recent additions to this district in recent years.
Guests have their own private boat to taxi them to and from the hotel, and they can also enjoy an exclusive private tour of the small canals that branch off from the Chao Phraya River, revealing a largely unseen Bangkok filled with wooden houses on stilts, floating kitchens, makeshift swimming holes and waterside Buddhist temples.
