Anantara's Bangkok riverside resort — 407 rooms on the Chao Phraya, rebuilt in 1992 and renovated in 2019.
BrandAnantara Hotels & Resorts
DestinationBangkok
RegionAsia
Price TierTier 1 ($1k-$2k)
SettingRiverside Resort
Best ForFamilies seeking resort amenities within Bangkok city access, repeat Anantara guests collecting properties, travelers who want riverside setting without relocating to Ayutthaya or Hua Hin.
PrivacyHigh
ServicePersonalized Thai hospitality
ButlerLuxury
Private PoolNo
Built1992
Renovated2019
Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort sits on the Chao Phraya River south of central Bangkok, a 1992-built property that underwent full renovation in 2019. The 407 rooms include Deluxe River View Rooms, Junior River View Suites, and the 108-square-meter Anantara Riverfront Suite with wrap-around balcony
Key Features
Riverside location with stunning views
Multiple dining options including Thai and international cuisine
Infinity pool and spa services
Access to cultural experiences and excursions
Family-friendly amenities and activities
Dining
Benihana
Trader Vics
Riverside Terrace
Brio
Signature Experience
Spice Spoons cooking class on the riverside terrace — Anantara's signature market-to-table program executed with Chao Phraya views rather than island-resort setting.
Riverside resort format within Bangkok city limits, with full cultural programming and family amenities at larger scale than the city's boutique riverside alternatives. The 2019 renovation keeps the property current against newer Chao Phraya competition.
Signature Suite: Anantara Riverfront Suite
Size: 108 sqm / 1,162 sqft, Maximum_Occupancy: 5 adults or 2 adults & 3 children, Balcony: Private Wrap Around Balcony, View: Panoramic River View, Living_Space: Spacious Living
Accolades
Asias Leading City Resort 2025, Asias Leading City Resort 2023, Top 10 ranking in 2024 Travel+ Leisures Best Hotel Pools in Thailand
Best time: November through February provides Bangkok's finest luxury conditions, with lower humidity, cooler temperatures, and the clearest skies for exploring the city's extraordinary cultural and culinary landscape.
Demand: Bangkok maintains exceptionally strong luxury demand year-round as one of Asia's premier business and leisure destinations. Peak season from November through February sees maximum international leisure travel, while the city's corporate hotel market maintains consistent demand regardless of season.
Pricing: Bangkok's ultra-luxury market offers remarkable value relative to comparable Asian capitals, with world-class riverside and tower hotels maintaining accessible pricing even during peak season. Songkran in April and major event periods create brief demand spikes requiring advance planning.
Insider tip: Arrange an exclusive private tour of Bangkok's finest wats at dawn before they open to the public, followed by a traditional Thai royal breakfast at a heritage mansion - access exclusively available through the finest riverside hotels with deep cultural relationships in the city.
Avoid: Avoid April during Songkran if you seek quiet luxury, as Bangkok's water festival creates a wonderfully chaotic street atmosphere that can make movement between the city's finest addresses challenging.
