dusitD2 Samyan Bangkok

dusitD2 sits on Si Phraya Road, between Silom and Chinatown, and makes a great base for both. Samyan MRT and Samyan Mitrtown mall are a short walk away, and Banthadthong Road, one of Bangkok's best street-food strips, is nearby. The hotel's free tuk-tuk runs to Sala Daeng BTS, Central Park Mall, MBK, and River City, so getting around is easy.

dusitD2 is Dusit's design-led brand, and this is its first Bangkok hotel. Expect bold colours, contemporary style and a design inspired by the Samyan neighbourhood around it.

Rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows with city views, a daybed, a 4K smart TV and a walk-in rain shower. The Junior Suites add a seating area and a bathtub, and connecting rooms are available on request.

Evenings start at the Miami-inspired rooftop bar, with cocktails and the city lights all around. Down by the pool, a Mexican-style bar keeps things lively, while the all-day restaurant has an open kitchen and the deli does grab-and-go snacks.

The pool looks straight out at King Power MahaNakhon, one of Bangkok's most striking towers, and the fully equipped fitness centre is ready whenever you are.