With its show-stoppingly slick design and tranquil gardens, the hotel feels a world away from the sensory whirlwind outside — in fact, it was recently crowned the best stay globally by World’s 50 Best Hotels.
There’s also complimentary drinks and canapés every afternoon in the residents-only Living Room, herbal-infused afternoon teas served in the Tea Lounge, and after-dinner tipples at Stella, the hotel’s boudoir-like bar, presided over by a taxidermied peacock, no less — where you can slurp down artfully concocted cocktails with a side of wagyu beef sandos.
I’ve had more personalised, show-stopping experiences (mainly of the culinary and wellness variety) at some of the other contenders on the World’s 50 Best list, but when it comes to city stays, Capella Bangkok is undoubtedly a knockout.
I stayed in a Riverfront Premier Room — despite being one of the hotel’s entry-level bedrooms, it easily topped some city suites I’ve stayed in elsewhere.
The hotel sits within a closeted curve of historic Charoenkrung Road, placing you within easy reach of Bangkok’s most famous night markets and temple complexes.
