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This 5-star hotel in Sukhumvit is conveniently located in central Bangkok, a short walk from Lumphini Park and some of the city’s best shopping malls like Gaysorn Village, Central Chidlom, Central World, and Siam Paragon.
I spent 2 nights in a luxurious suite at the hotel. My Renaissance Bangkok Hotel review features info on the award-winning hotels accommodation options, wellness programs, restaurants, bars and unique on-site amenities.
Book A Luxurious Holiday at Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong
Renaissance Hotels has been part of the Marriott portfolio since 1997 and now has over 170 properties worldwide.
Before visiting the Renaissance in Bangkok we enjoyed a beach break at the luxurious Renaissance Phuket Resort on Mai Khao Beach in Southern Thailand.
Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel first opened its doors in 2010. The upscale design hotel is ideally located in the heart of the city near the best shopping malls and Chit Lom BTS Station.
The hotel is conveniently located 35 km from the Suvarnabhumi International Airport, a short 45 minute drive by car.
The interior design of the hotel draws inspiration from a harmonious blend of contemporary Thai hospitality and Western influences. It’s a reflection of Thailand’s modern art movement, capturing the essence of the city’s current contemporary style.
As guests step into the Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel they are greeted by a 200-meter exotically landscaped driveway leading to an iconic blue-glass building.
A masterpiece of art, style, lighting, and music, the hotel’s lobby ignites your senses and sets the tone for an extraordinary stay. You’ll find a symbolic sculpture featuring an alms bowl, fisherman flock, and pond, drawing inspiration from historical Thai canals.
The lobby is elevated with daily fresh flower arrangements, floral centrepieces that feature Thai native flowers for an eye-popping display of colour. The hotel’s signature scent, the shiso leaf, offers a sweet perfume during check in.
The Renaissance Ratchaprasong is very popular with LGBT travelers as it is home to House of Heals, one of Bangkok’s most popular Drag Queen bars, managed by Drag Race Thailand judge Pangina Heals.
Renaissance Bangkok Hotel Activities
Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel is spread out over 33 floors, featuring 333 modern guest rooms and suites.
Rfit is the hotel’s 24 hour state-of-the-art fitness centre, featuring a spacious gym with Matrix cardio machines, Technogym weight training, and free weights. Friendly fitness ambassadors offer tailored fitness plans, yoga and body conditioning classes. After your workout enjoy the gym’s red cedar sauna and aromatic stream room.
Renaissance Bangkok’s heated indoor pool is a calming 30 degrees Celsius. The 25 metre pool is perfect for a lane swim workout our leisure relaxation.
Enjoy a slice of rest and relaxation at Quan Spa, Renaissance Bangkok Hotel’s luxurious wellness centre. Within 7 private treatment rooms guests can enjoy a massage, therapy bath, body wrap, facial and steam room.
The exclusive Club Lounge is available to guests staying in suites at the hotel. Located on the 21st floor, the private retreat offers complimentary breakfast, all-day refreshments, high tea and evening cocktail hour with canapés.
Drag Race fans take a pilgrimage to House of Heals by zooming up the hotel elevator to the top floor. It’s ranked as one of Bangkok’s best drag clubs, a must-visit for gay travelers.
Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong features 4 distinct dining outlets, from an Italian trattoria to award-winning Chinese cuisine.
Renaissance Bangkok Hotel Review Highlights
Bangkok is Southeast Asia’s most vibrant metropolis, a city that offers ancient temples and glimmering palaces contrasted with world class shopping malls and contemporary cuisine.
Much like New York City, Milan and Dubai, Bangkok is home to a plethora of luxury hotels, perfect for celebrating a honeymoon or gay holiday. Many of the world’s top luxury hotel brands have landmark properties in the Thai capital, eager to welcome you on your next splurge-worthy getaway.
Before booking your trip, here are a list of highlights that make the Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel stand out from the rest:
- The hotel features a variety of luxury accommodations, from chic guest rooms to jaw-dropping suites.
- Guests who stay in suites enjoy access to the Club Lounge. Benefits include complimentary continental breakfast, all-day refreshments, evening canapés, free-flow evening cocktails and laundry services.
- The hotel’s concierge team are called Renaissance Navigators, which can organize a REN Foodie Passport to explore the local food scene or take you to visit the nearby Erawan Shrine.
- Fitness lovers have access to a 24 hour gym including fun workout classes, free weights and exercise equipment.
- The sky-high rooftop pool is located indoors and is popular for those looking to enjoy an energizing lane swim. Snacks and sips can be ordered at H20 the pool bar.
- Treat yourself to a moment of quiet calm at Quan Spa where soothing facials and relaxing massages help you hit your holiday bliss point.
- The hotel is ideal for couples but also accommodates families with children as they offer kid-friendly dining.
- Renaissance Bangkok is one of the most popular hotel’s in the city for LGBT travelers as it’s located close to the Silom neighbourhood and is home to House of Heals, a celebrated drag bar.
- The property features 4 unique culinary concepts, from decadent all-you-can-east breakfast buffet to fancy Chinese dishes at Fei Ya.
- From 4-5pm Monday to Thursday in R Bar guests can enjoy the Renaissance Punch Bowl Ritual, a fun complimentary cocktail hour, the perfect opportunity to mix and mingle with other guests.
Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Accommodation
The most important question you have to ask yourself when reading a Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel review is, “what type of accommodation would I like to book for my holiday.”
All of the rooms and suites at the Renaissance Bangkok boast curated artwork including local gems like the Thai Gong and Thai silk fabric patterns on headboards.
Wind down in stylish accommodation boasting sleek design and bright colours in the heart Bangkok’s bustling city centre. You’ll find oversized windows, marble-tiled entrances, white oak floors and blonde tanganyika wood furniture.
Spa-like bathrooms offer a separate soaking tub and rain shower that are best enjoyed with signature bath amenities by Argus.
Relax in a plush robe and comfy sippers while sipping quality coffee and tea in the comfort of your room.
The Discover Pillow Selection ensures a restful sleeping featuring feather pillows, ultra-soft microfibre pillows, natural classic latex pillows, contour pillows, cervical orthopaedic pillows, and body pillows.
Club Lounge
If you’re splurging on a suite one of the best perks is access to the Club Lounge, an elegant rooftop space offering pretty views of the city.
Complimentary services and amenities at Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong’s Executive Lounge include:
- Continental Breakfast
- All Day Refreshment
- Afternoon Tea
- Evening Canapés
- Free Flow Evening Cocktails
- Private Meeting Room
- Dedicated Concierge
- Laundry Service
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Quan Spa
The hotel’s wellness oasis is Quan Spa, a sanctuary of rejuvenation inspired by the cool and calm of natural spring water.
The 620 sqm spa features 7 private treatment rooms and a luxury foot lounge.
The spa menu encompasses Thai massages, beauty care, therapy baths, steam room, and Vichy rain shower.
Quan Spa signature treatments range from the Aroma Fusion Customized Facial to Thai Oriental Fusion Massage, Executive Homme Facial, Peaceful Head Massage, and more.
Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Restaurants
No Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel review is complete until you’ve had an opportunity to wag your finger down each of the hotel’s marvellous menus.
The luxury hotel in Bangkok offers guests 4 food and drink concepts, from casual all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet to a romantic Italian trattoria.
Flavors
Each morning guests at the Renaissance Hotel in Bangkok gather at Flavors to indulge in an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet.
Flavors, located on M Floor, is the hotels popular all-day dining restaurant. The international restaurant provides an interactive experience with an open kitchen, enhancing the dining journey as guests can watch chefs whip up dishes before their very eyes.
Explore an array of cuisines, spanning from Thai to Italian, sushi to salads. The popular nightly International Buffet offers mouth-watering treats like fresh oysters, king crab, prawns, sushi, sashimi, Australian beef, New Zealand lamb, pasta, pizza, foie gras and artisanal ice cream.
Fei Ya
Situated on the 3rd floor, Fei Ya is the hotel’s award-winning Cantonese restaurant.
Immerse yourself in a contemporary Chinese dining adventure, celebrated for its signature roast duck and classic northern Chinese cuisine.
Executive Chef Cheung Chin Choi’s popular all-you-can-eat dim sum menu includes marvellous morsels, from Baked BBQ Pork Pastry to Steamed Shrimp Dumplings.
If you’re celebrating a special occasion we suggest booking one of the three set menus: Classic, Imperial or Dynasty.
La Tavola
Also located on the 3rd floor, La Tavola is the answer to your Italian cravings at lunch or dinner.
Experience the essence of Italian cuisine crafted from fresh ingredients and indulge in homemade pizzas baked in a wood-fired oven.
Calming cream coloured walls set the scene as a live music trio croon romantic ballads for cute couples spinning spaghetti around fancy forks.
Highlights from the Chef’s Signature Menu include Truffle Mascarpone Pizza, Salmon with Fagottini Pasta, Grilled T-Bone with Porcini Powder, and Chiciken Cacciatore with Potato Gnocchi.
R Bar
R Bar, the hotel’s lobby lounge, features upscale Asian décor that invites guests to gather and relax in its stately residential ambience.
The social space transforms from a casual breakfast venue, to smart on-the-go luncheon spot, to a wine and tapas bar at night.
The hotel’s stylish craft cocktail bar is famous for hosting an upscale afternoon tea. The hotel’s talented pastry chef Ornicha Tejagupta crafts a new menu every 3 months, giving local tea lovers a reason to revisit each season. Recent Renaissance Afternoon Tea themes include Siam Sunray, Voyage à Paris, and Festive Season.
Guests can select from an assortment of Twinnings premium teas, perfectly paired with sweet and savoury finger foods like Tarte aux Pommes, Matcha Religieuse, Salmon Tartare and King Crab Mousse.
If you’re feeling peckish R Bar is a great spot to enjoy a quick bite. Highlights from the R Bar all-day-menu include Tom Yum Twister Fries, Esarn Spiced Pork Burger, and creative Thai Tortilla offering.
Guests can enjoy lively DJ music every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 8:30-10:30pm.
H20
H20 is the hotel’s poolside relaxation lounge located on PL Floor.
Whether you crave a refreshing poolside drink, a boozy evening cocktail, or the charm of seating pockets and poolside lounges, H20 offers sips and nibbles all day.
Immerse yourself in a leisurely soak within the hotel’s chic indoor pool, complemented by city views framed by expansive windows.
House of Heals
Thailand’s renowned drag celebrity Pangina Heals, known as the co-host of Drag Race Thailand and as a contestant in the inaugural season of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs. The World, oversees Bangkok’s most renowned drag club.
Nestled on the luxurious 33rd floor of the Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel, the popular drag club warmly invites enthusiastic guests seeking a vibrant night of dance alongside exceptional drag performers.
Drinks range from classic cocktails like mojitos to signatures like Pangina’s Kiss, wines like Moet Imperial Rose, ice-cold beer like La Trappe Witte and Asahi.
House of Heals runs fun queer programming throughout the week but Friday and Saturday nights are your best bet for a late night Bangkok Drag Show extravaganza. Before visiting review the House of Heals calendar and you’ll find fun theme nights like Rap Battle, Bingo Night, Diva Night, Country Queens and Mother Has Arrived.
If you’re traveling with a crowd book your night out at House of Heals in advance to enjoy bottle service at standing tables (1-5 people) or sofa seating (5-8 people).
Fun Things To Do In Bangkok
While it’s easy to relax in the lap of luxury at your luxurious hotel pool or spa we suggest booking fun tours to experience all that Bangkok has to offer!
No trip to Bangkok is complete until you’ve visited the Grand Palace and many of the city’s golden glimmering temples. Many local tour operators offer fun tours for those who want to experience the city by tuk tuk, bicycle, riverboat or on foot.
Book one of these private or group tours to enjoy an authentic Thai experience that is sure to make your Bangkok getaway unforgettable.
- Private Bangkok Airport Transfer: arrive to Bangkok with ease by booking a private airport transfer in advance.
- Private 8 Hour “Best Of Bangkok In A Day”: first time visitors to Bangkok will love this full day private city tour featuring all of the city’s top attractions.
- Bangkok Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour: enjoy sightseeing in the Thai capital at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus pass good on the Elephant GoGo Double Decker Bus. With 15 stops, you can explore many of the city’s top attractions.
- Calypso Ladyboy Cabaret Show: enjoy a night of dazzling entertainment at one of Bangkok’s most famous Ladyboy shows.
- Bangkok At Night: Temples, Markets and Food By Tuk-Tuk: on this 4 hour tour enjoy the magical of Bangkok at night via tuk tuk. Stops include temples, flower market, street food snacks and dinner at a local restaurant.
- Bangkok Walking Food Tour: join a fun small group walking tour to explore Bangkok’s famous street food scene. Sample dishes like pork with sticky rice and papaya salad.
- Manohra Luxury Dinner River Cruise: hop on a classy dinner cruise on a restored antique rice barge. Admire views of Bangkok’s twinkling skyline while enjoying a 4-course meal.
- Bangkok Jungle Bike Tour: fitness fans will love this 4 hour bike tour exploring Bangkok’s most beautiful natural spaces. Includes a delicious Thai lunch.
- Half Day Tour Royal Grand Palace & Bangkok Temples: this 5 hour private tour visits Bangkok’s most famous attractions: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Traimit
- Food Market Tour + Thai Cooking Class: master the basics of Thai cuisine on this tasty tour, featuring a guided market visit followed by a cooking class with a professional chef in Bangkok.
- Muay Thai Show at Rajadamnern Stadium: sports enthusiasts shouldn’t leave Thailand without watching a Muay Thai Thai Kickboxing match.
- Railway Market, Floating Market & Salt Farm Tour: this popular 7 hour tour takes out outside of Bangkok to visit the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Railway Market. Includes a boat ride.
- Full Day Ayutthaya Historical Park Small Group Tour: this 9 hour day group tour visits the UNESCO Ayutthaya Historical Park located north of Bangkok.
- Pattaya and Coral Island Tour: this 13 hour group tour visits Pattaya and nearby Coral Island where you can swim and snorkel.
- River Kwai Full Day Tour: this 11 hour group tour includes a visit to the infamous bridge on the River Kwai, built by Allied prisoners of war (POW) during World War II. It includes a visit to a war cemetery, Japanese POW camp and buffet lunch.
Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel Contact
518, 8 Phloen Chit Rd, 66-2-125-5000
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