Cape House Hotel, Bangkok

Langsuan is one of those rare central Bangkok streets that feels calm, yet everything is on the doorstep. Central Embassy and the Erawan Shrine are under ten minutes on foot, Siam Paragon is a little further, and Chit Lom BTS and Lumphini Park are both close by.

Cape House feels more like a stylish city apartment than a hotel. The look is contemporary Asian, calm and uncluttered, and most guests stay in suites with their own kitchenette and living space, which makes a real difference on longer trips.

Even the studio suites have a separate living area, and one-bedroom suites add a washing machine, a real bonus on a longer trip. The two-bedroom suites go further, with an ensuite bathroom for each bedroom, a separate living and dining area and a kitchenette with an oven and microwave. A classic Deluxe Room suits shorter stays.

The hotel's Italian bistro, run by Italian chefs, is a firm favourite with the local lunchtime crowd, serving Italian and Thai dishes in a cosy setting. On the 15th floor, the Executive Lounge offers free coffee and snacks, with a nearby business centre.

After a day in the city, the outdoor pool and whirlpool are hard to resist, and the steam room and sauna finish the job. Early risers will find a well-equipped fitness centre.