The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel

• About 2 minutes on foot to Phloen Chit BTS (Marriott)
• 374 rooms and suites
• Rooftop free-form pool in a garden setting, plus a kids' pool
• Eight restaurants and bars
• Royal Club Lounge for some room types

Essentials

The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, is a large five-star hotel on Wireless Road. Marriott’s description gives a walk of about two minutes to BTS Phloen Chit, which is the quickest way to Siam or Asok.

It sits in the embassy and business district, near Central Embassy, CentralWorld, Siam Paragon and Lumphini Park, so many daily trips are short.

Overview

The hotel has 374 rooms and suites. Suites include Thai-themed options such as the two-bedroom Ratanakosin Suite, and the Royal Club Lounge serves guests in some room types. A big hotel suits guests who want many dining choices in the building and a very short walk to the train. If you want a small property with a handful of rooms, the lobby and corridors will feel busier here.

The luxury hotels in Ploenchit and Ratchadamri guide places it among the neighbouring five-stars.

Tip: Walk to the station once in daylight, so you know the exit and the crossing before you need them in the evening.

Food and drink

Hashiri

Hashiri is the hotel’s Japanese restaurant, suited to a quiet dinner.

The Silk Road

The Silk Road serves Cantonese dim sum, a good choice for a weekend lunch.

The House of Smooth Curry

A Thai restaurant, useful for a first evening when you want familiar flavours without going out.

The other venues are The Allium Bangkok (Mediterranean), Rain Tree Cafe (buffet), The View (poolside), The Bakery and Glaz Bar. Thara Thong serves traditional Thai food, with classical performances on certain evenings.

Amenities

The rooftop pool is a free-form, lagoon-style pool in a garden setting with skyline views. A separate kids’ pool is on site, and the hotel has a Sky Garden.

The short station walk is the main convenience for guests who prefer not to take taxis in traffic. Ask about the Royal Club Lounge when booking, since it is limited to some room types.