Waldorf Astoria Bangkok

Bangkok's best shopping is right on the doorstep. The hotel stands on Ratchadamri Road, in the heart of the Ratchaprasong district. The Erawan Shrine, Gaysorn Village, CentralWorld and Siam Paragon are all within easy reach on foot, and Ratchadamri BTS is close by for trips across the city.

The hotel brings the spirit of the original Waldorf Astoria in New York to Bangkok, pairing contemporary elegance with Thai artistry. A grand staircase and panoramic skyline views set the tone from the moment you arrive.

Floor-to-ceiling windows fill rooms of 50 square metres and up with natural light. Each has a round dining table that doubles as a workspace, and marble bathrooms with double vanities, soaking tubs and Aesop amenities.

The best views come with dinner. High above the city, the steakhouse grills fine cuts over an open flame, the cocktail bar is styled as a vintage New York artist's studio, and a Champagne bar on the 57th floor tops it all off. Downstairs, the Thai restaurant blends traditional and contemporary techniques around eight balanced Thai flavours, and a lounge inspired by New York's famous Peacock Alley serves afternoon tea.

The temperature-controlled infinity pool sits on the rooftop wellness floor, with panoramic city views. The Waldorf Astoria Spa offers Dr Burgener treatments, and the 24-hour fitness centre has Technogym Kinesis equipment, cardio machines and free weights.