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Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok

Chao Phraya River · Bangkok

On the Chao Phraya since 1876, where Somerset Maugham and Joseph Conrad stayed. Its Authors' Lounge is the place for afternoon tea, and Le Normandie holds two Michelin stars.

Before you go

Book direct

The best rooms and upgrades usually go to guests who book with the hotel itself, by phone or through its own website.

Ask for the history

Grand hotels are proud of their past. Ask the concierge which suite was whose; the answer is often worth the question.

Dress for the public rooms

Bars and restaurants in palace hotels expect smart dress in the evening, and a few still ask for a jacket.

Questions
Where is Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok?
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is in Bangkok (Chao Phraya River).
What should I wear to Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok?
Smart dress is always right. Many grand rooms still expect a jacket in the evening; check with the house before your visit.
When did Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok open?
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok dates from 1876.
What is there inside Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok?
Authors' Lounge, Le Normandie.
How do I get the best room at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok?
Book directly with the hotel and mention any occasion. The best rooms, upgrades and late check-outs usually go to guests who book with the house itself.
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