Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok — a riverside partner hotel on the Chao Phraya
331 rooms including 60 suites on the Chao Phraya in Bang Rak, with 12 restaurants and bars, The Oriental Spa and a shuttle boat to ICONSIAM. Special trade rates through Explera DMC.
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is a riverside hotel at 48 Oriental Avenue in Bang Rak, on the Chao Phraya River, with 331 rooms including 60 suites and 12 restaurants and bars. It opened as The Oriental Hotel in 1876. Explera DMC works with Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok as a partner hotel and holds special trade rates for agents.
Most rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows onto the river or the city skyline, and the reimagined River Wing was designed by Jeffrey Wilkes. The hotel runs a complimentary shuttle boat to ICONSIAM every 30 minutes, and the Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Chinatown are within reach by river.
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok at a glance
| Location | 48 Oriental Avenue, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500 — on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok |
|---|---|
| Rooms | 331 rooms including 60 suites, in the River Wing and Garden Wing |
| Getting there | Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) up to about one hour by road depending on traffic (hotel's own figure); complimentary boat to ICONSIAM every 30 minutes |
| Check-in / check-out | 15:00 / 12:00 |
| Dining | 12 restaurants and bars, including Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie, The China House, The Verandah, Sala Rim Naam and The Bamboo Bar |
| Wellness | The Oriental Spa, Fitness & Wellness Centre, recovery studio with cold plunge and infrared sauna, tennis courts |
| Events | Royal Ballroom (divisible into three), The Authors' Lounge, Regency Room, riverside meeting rooms and a business centre |
| Families | Connecting rooms, two-bedroom suites and the Little Fan's Club for ages 3–12 |
From Chao Phraya Rooms to signature suites
Sizes as published by the hotel for each room type.
Chao Phraya, Deluxe Balcony & Deluxe Premier
Garden Wing Chao Phraya Rooms (35 sqm, flat or split-level), Deluxe Balcony Rooms (37 sqm with a 6 sqm balcony) and River Wing Deluxe Premier Rooms (43 sqm).
State & Mandarin Rooms
State Rooms in traditional Thai style with Jim Thompson silks, and Mandarin Rooms with a sofa, dining area and balcony.
One-bedroom suites
Deluxe One-Bedroom and Chao Phraya Suites (83 sqm), the Junior Terrace Suite (97 sqm with a 17 sqm terrace), Author's Suites (101 sqm) and Premier One-Bedroom Suites (108 sqm).
Family & signature suites
Deluxe Premier Connecting Rooms (86 sqm, up to six guests), Premier Two-Bedroom Suites (150 sqm) and signature suites up to the 376 sqm Oriental Two-Bedroom Suite.
Dining, spa and hotel facilities
Restaurants & bars
French at Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie, Chaoshan and Cantonese at The China House, all-day dining at The Verandah, and Lord Jim's, Riverside Terrace and Ciao Terrazza on the river.
Sala Rim Naam & The Bamboo Bar
Thai set menus with traditional dance performances at Sala Rim Naam, and jazz at The Bamboo Bar.
The Oriental Spa
Treatments drawing on Thai healing, Traditional Chinese Medicine and contemporary techniques, in a restored century-old teakwood house. Minimum age for the spa and fitness centre is 16.
Fitness & recovery
Fitness & Wellness Centre with yoga and meditation, a recovery studio with cold plunge and infrared sauna, two swimming pools and tennis courts open 07:00–21:00.
Meetings & weddings
The Royal Ballroom divides into three sections; The Authors' Lounge, Regency Room and riverside rooms suit smaller groups, with a dedicated wedding and event coordinator.
River shuttle
A complimentary shuttle boat to ICONSIAM every 30 minutes, and a one-way boat to Sathorn Pier on request.
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok in pictures
Photos and logo: Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok (official media). Hotel details from the official website, mandarinoriental.com/en/bangkok/chao-phraya-river. Checked September 2026.
Selling Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok to your clients
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok suits heritage-minded couples, honeymooners and high-end families who want a riverside base for the old city. Connecting rooms, two-bedroom suites and the Little Fan's Club make family files straightforward, and the dining line-up gives food-led clients reasons to stay in.
For groups, the Royal Ballroom and The Authors' Lounge work for gala dinners, incentives and weddings; our Thailand MICE team handles the programme around them. Allow up to an hour from either airport and let our Thailand DMC transfer team time the arrival. See our Bangkok destination guide and the other Explera partner hotels.
Send your dates, room types and number of guests. The Explera trade desk replies with special rates and availability, usually within 24 hours.
Request Explera special ratesMandarin Oriental, Bangkok — asked before booking
Where is Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok?
At 48 Oriental Avenue in Bang Rak, on the Chao Phraya River. The hotel says transfers from Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang can take up to about one hour depending on traffic.
How many rooms does Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok have?
331 rooms including 60 suites, from 35 sqm Chao Phraya Rooms to signature suites of more than 300 sqm.
Does Explera DMC have special rates for Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok?
Yes. Explera DMC holds special trade rates with Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok as a partner hotel. Rates depend on dates and room type, so ask the trade desk for a quote; we do not publish prices.
Is Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok suitable for families?
Yes. It has connecting rooms, two-bedroom suites, children's menus at The Verandah and Sala Rim Naam, and the Little Fan's Club for ages 3 to 12. The spa and fitness centre are for guests aged 16 and over.
Can Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok host meetings and events?
Yes. The Royal Ballroom can be divided into three sections, and The Authors' Lounge, Regency Room and several river-view meeting rooms take smaller events. Capacities are confirmed with the hotel on request.