Bangkok is the most visited city in the entire world for 2013. With the many things to do in Bangkok, it is no wonder that people travel to the busy city both for business and for pleasure. For those who want to experience the best of Bangkok, it is a must to stay at the most luxurious hotels that the city has to offer.

The Okura Prestige

Location: Park Ventures Ecoplex, 57 Wireless Road,Lumpini, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330 Thailand

Suites start at: $400

The Okura takes pride in providing what they call ‘Best ACS: he Best Accommodation, the Best Cuisine and the Best Service’ all over the world. The Okura Prestige in Bangkok is no exception–it combines excellent hospitality with great ambience and offerings.

More details:

• building with simple and smart aesthetic design with an eco-friendly concept (low-E coated glass, light balancing sensors, grey water recycling and CO₂ sensors, etc.)
• 240 rooms with gorgeous views of the Bangkok skyline
• 3 restaurants: Elements, Up & Above and Yamazato
• over 1000 square meters Grand Ballroom
• 25 meter cantilevered pool
• signature service and amenities at The Okura Spa

Photo credits: www.okurabangkok.com

Sofitel So

Location: 2 North Sathorn Road, Bangrak 10500 Bangkok

Suites start at: $500

Sofitel So Bangkok combines art and luxury. It has 238 rooms and suites with the aesthetic concept that centers around the elements of fire, water, earth, wood and metal.

More details:

• Apple® Mac mini with fully integrated entertainment and guest services; enhanced with the latest iPad in all suites.
• free wifi throughout the hotel
• views of the Lumpini park and city skyline at the lobby
• restaurant called Red Oven, roof top bar called Park Society
• Club Signature executive lounge designed by Christian Lacroix
• a spa, terrace and infinity pool
• chocolate factory at the first with an all-you-can-eat hour

Photo credits: www.sofitel.com

The Siam

Location: 3/2 Thanon Khao, Vachirapayabal, Dusit, Bangkok 10300

Suites start at: $600

The Siam is a private retreat that stretches out about 3 acred of verdant frontage along the Chao Praya River. The property is Art Deco inspired infused with Thai antiques. The Siam is known to have the most spacious suites in Bangkok and each suit is individually designed.

More details:

• 39 luxury rooms and pool villas with a personal butler
• Opium Spa which uses chemical-free Sodashi products
• gym & Muay Thai center, yoga and Tai Chi class
• Chon (Thai restaurant and cooking school), Deco Bar & Bistro (homestyle meals), Cafe Cha (all day patisserie in a garden), Bathers Bar
• infinity pool, riverfron lawn
• relaxed meal times ‘Moveable Feast’ and ‘Sundowners’ concepts
• library with screening room
• private pier for river excursions
• complimentary boat shuttle between hotel and Bangkok’s central Sathorn pier
• limousine service

Photo credits: www.thesiamhotel.com

Siam Kempinski

Location: Rama 1 Road 991/9, 10330 Bangkok
Suites start at:  $500

Siam Kempinski Hotel is considered an opulent oasis right in the heart of Bangkok with its unique landscaping and multiple pools. The hotel is wonderfully situated near two of Bangkok’s best shopping malls, Siam Paragon and Central World Plaza.

• 303 rooms, 42 suites
• a 900sqm Grand Ballroom
• kids club
• exclusive spa and health club
• 7  food and beverage options
• BMW Series 7 limousine service
• saltwater pool
• admits pets under 10kg

Photo credits: www.kempinski.com

Banyan Tree

Location: 21/100 South Sathon Road Sathon, Bangkok 10120

Suites start at: $400

Banyan Tree is considered a sanctuary for the senses. This is because Banyan Tree is the tallest all-suite luxury hotel in all of Bangkok, giving guests access to the most breathtaking panoramic views of the city. It is the 4th property to be established by Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts in 2002.

• 24 hour business center
• spa and fitness center
• 12 meeting rooms
• swimming pool at the 21st floor
• award-winning Banyan Tree Spa
• Banyan Tree Gallery

Photo credits: www.banyantree.com