[HOTEL REVIEW] Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit

 

The towering Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit is a full-service, modern luxury hotel located in the heart of Bangkok, on one of its central avenues, and caters to all kinds of guests, from business travelers to families to couples. Its French inflection can be seen in the five restaurants and bars, which include a rooftop restaurant and lounge considered one of the city's best French restaurants. There are a modern spa and fitness center, as well as a serene outdoor pool surrounded by sunbeds and shaded loungers. Rooms are serene, contemporary, and understated, fully equipped with all the requisite luxuries, and with views overlooking the city.

Pros

• Central Bangkok location
• Spa and modern fitness center
• Swimming pool with food and drink service
• Five restaurants and bars, including trendy rooftop lounge and restaurant
• Skytrain stop five minutes away
• Club Millesime guests have access to the 31st-floor lounge with free breakfast and more
• All rooms have an iPod dock, soaking tub, and impressive city views
• Computers available for guests' use
• Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
• Business center and meeting rooms 

Cons

• Set on a major thoroughfare that can be sketchy at night
• Pool not heated