Thailand - The Glass Magazine https://theglassmagazine.com Glass evokes a sense of clarity and simplicity, a feeling of lightness and timelessness; a source of reflection and protection. Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:32:08 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 https://theglassmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/g.png Thailand - The Glass Magazine https://theglassmagazine.com 32 32 Glass stays in an urban oasis at the Four Seasons Bangkok https://theglassmagazine.com/glass-stays-in-an-urban-oasis-at-the-four-seasons-bangkok/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=glass-stays-in-an-urban-oasis-at-the-four-seasons-bangkok Mon, 06 Jan 2025 09:50:00 +0000 https://theglassmagazine.com/?p=156336 THAILAND’S bustling capital is renowned for its thumping vibrancy, fast-track lifestyle and cosmopolitan outlook. But basking on the outskirts of all the buzz on the exclusive Chao Phraya Estate is the Four Seasons Bangkok, an all-marble sanctuary for those on the move. Designed by Belgian architect Jean-Michel Gathy and his firm Denniston, the immaculate 299-room […]

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THAILAND’S bustling capital is renowned for its thumping vibrancy, fast-track lifestyle and cosmopolitan outlook. But basking on the outskirts of all the buzz on the exclusive Chao Phraya Estate is the Four Seasons Bangkok, an all-marble sanctuary for those on the move.

Designed by Belgian architect Jean-Michel Gathy and his firm Denniston, the immaculate 299-room establishment has won applause globally for its fresh take on luxury, reaching third spot in The World’s 50 Best Hotels List 2023. 

Pool

Enveloped in a constant dialogue between Thai-design and world-class hospitality, the Four Seasons Bangkok balances sprawling courtyards full of amazing water features with an interior that boasts an art-fuelled lobby curated in partnership with MOCA Bangkok, herringbone patterned walls and bathrooms boasting Apaiser stone baths. 

Palmier by Guillaume Galliot

When it comes to culinary prowess, Bangkok is fuelled by its multicultural offerings and the Four Seasons Bangkok offers some of the best. Yu Ting Yuan, its signature Cantonese restaurant by chef Tommy Cheung, has already earned a Michelin-star and promises to be a treat for the tastebuds.

From perfecting roasted meats to crafting intricate dim-sum, it’s pure joy from start to finish. For those after a taste of Europe, Riva del Fiume ushers you to Italian shores with its rustic menu, while Palmier by Guillaume Galliot serves French brasserie-style classics. 

BKK Social Club

But it’s BKK Social Club that has everyone talking. Again considered one of the finest in the world (with a plethora of awards accordingly) and inspired by the nightlife of Buenos Aires, this bar has taken a slice of South American charm to create an environment of sultry glamour centred by a truly experimental cocktail menu.  

Executive Suite

Being able to offer guests a type of peace and quiet rare for Bangkok while maintaining an exceptional level of service, makes this hotel more than worthy of all its accolades.  

by Imogen Clark

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Hotel Reservation: +66 (0)2 032 0887

Starting price for Guest Rooms:  USD450++ for Standard Room

Starting price for Suites: USD700++ for Studio Suite / USD1400++ for One-Bedroom Suite

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Glass experiences luxury with purpose at the Banyan Tree Phuket 30th Anniversary https://theglassmagazine.com/glass-experiences-luxury-with-purpose-at-the-banyan-tree-phuket-30th-anniversary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=glass-experiences-luxury-with-purpose-at-the-banyan-tree-phuket-30th-anniversary Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:23:39 +0000 https://theglassmagazine.com/?p=155919 A FEW days ago, I was sitting on my balcony, sipping my coffee, and indulging in the illusion that autumn would be a gentle, introspective season. I imagined long, leisurely afternoons with books, perhaps a bit of reflective journaling, and minimal interruption from the outside world. Fast forward to now, and here I am, planted […]

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A FEW days ago, I was sitting on my balcony, sipping my coffee, and indulging in the illusion that autumn would be a gentle, introspective season.

I imagined long, leisurely afternoons with books, perhaps a bit of reflective journaling, and minimal interruption from the outside world. Fast forward to now, and here I am, planted into a seat on a Thai Airways flight to Phuket for Banyan Tree’s 30th anniversary. Isn’t it just typical? Life has a way of reminding you that you can’t control your journey. Or at least I can’t. 

Banyan Tree Phuket

As soon as I settle into my seat, the Thai Airways staff make me feel like I’ve arrived at a five-star dinner party. The kind of hospitality where you’re not even aware you need something until it magically appears. The flight, which is meant to be a marathon of 18 hours, actually feels more like a slow introduction to a transformative journey. 

Phuket has the kind of tropical scene you only see in postcards. Lush greenery, cerulean skies, and the promise of a time so idyllic, it might as well come with its own soundtrack. And my villa at Banyan Tree? Well, let’s just say the pictures didn’t do it justice or I need new glasses.

Some places manage to combine intimacy with expansion in a manner that they feel designed personally for yourself. Which they might have been. I have my name on the villa, so I can just declare it my home for the foreseeable. I’ve always wanted to briefly own a luxury holiday home in Thailand, and now I do. Even if it’s just for a few days. 

Banyan Tree Phuket

The resort itself is sprawling, with 218 private pool villas, each one more charming than the last, nestled among beautifully landscaped gardens, all hugging the edge of a lagoon that looks like it belongs in a dream. It’s the kind of place that makes you wonder whether you’re actually supposed to be this relaxed. But, really, it’s the perfect spot to celebrate Banyan Tree’s anniversary, especially given how much the brand has always been about giving back—not just to its guests, but to the environment and the local community.

This isn’t just a resort—it’s got a history. The idea for Banyan Tree began with Ho Kwon Ping and Claire Chiang, who, years ago, lived in  Banyan Tree Bay and travelled all over the world when they were young and in love. Their experience sparked an epiphany: travel isn’t just about escaping—it’s about transformation.

It’s about making connections, with people and with the planet. And from this epiphany, Banyan Tree Phuket was born, with the banyan tree itself becoming a symbol of refuge. The idea was simple: a place where travellers could find shelter, feel restored, and maybe even change the world a little. If only all epiphanies could look this good.

Banyan Tree Phuket

The lagoon, where this beautiful oasis now sits, was once an abandoned tin mine. Imagine the transformation—a scar on the earth turned into a thriving ecosystem. It’s proof that with a little vision and an awful lot of hard work, even the most unlikely places can be turned into something magnificent.

The first day is an immersion into everything Banyan Tree does best. I hop on a bicycle on my way to the meditation centre, pedalling past the immaculate golf course. I feel like I’ve stumbled onto the set of The Blue Lagoon and they just happened to let me in. This place isn’t just a resort, it’s a kingdom. And the meditation session? It’s not so much about clearing your mind, it’s more about letting the serenity of the place sink in. By the time I’m finished, I’m practically an oracle. Or at least, I can pretend to be.

Banyan Tree Phuket

The second day brings volunteering at a local school. I’m impressed by how Banyan Tree’s commitment to the community goes beyond the standard corporate “donate a few thousand pounds” kind of thing. No, here it’s about rolling up your sleeves and investing time and effort into the community’s future. After the school visit, we go for a boat trip to the islands where they filmed James Bond.

Naturally, I half expect Sean Connery to pop out from behind a rock, but alas, it’s just us and a lot of beautiful scenery. The islands, though—good grief. The towering limestone cliffs rise out of the water like nature’s own jagged skyscrapers. You almost expect a helicopter to swoop in and whisk you off to your next adventure.

By day three, the place is starting to work its magic on me. The monks arrive early in the morning for a traditional alms-giving ceremony, and there’s something so peaceful about the whole ritual. The saffron robes, the quiet procession—everything about it feels grounded, connected to something bigger than ourselves. It’s a moment of calm that you didn’t realise you needed, and yet here it is, reminding you that travel is also about gratitude.

Banyan Tree Phuket

What’s truly impressive throughout these few days is the balance between luxury and purpose. Banyan Tree Phuket isn’t just about pampering you with a 5-star massage or a sunset cocktail. It’s about making sure that luxury doesn’t come at the expense of the community or the environment.

From supporting local artisans to running beach clean-ups, Banyan Tree is deeply embedded in the fabric of Phuket. And their Community Seedlings Project, which trains and employs underprivileged students, shows they’re investing in the future, not just their bottom line.

Banyan Tree Phuket

By the end of my stay, I’m left with a sense that Banyan Tree Phuket has done what the best kind of places do: it’s shifted something inside me. It’s not just about indulging in luxury; it’s about connecting to a place in a way that feels meaningful. I’m not just a guest here; I’m part of something larger, and it’s a rare thing to find a place that makes you feel this way. I’ve realised that, sometimes, the best trips don’t just leave you relaxed—they leave you a little bit better. 

by Adina Ilie

Thai Airways International operates 2 daily flights from London Heathrow to Phuket via Bangkok. London to Phuket return, from £1,019 pp all in, in economy class, and from £4,663 pp all in in Royal Silk class. Book at www.thaiairways.com

Banyan Tree Phuket is located at 33/27 Moo 4, Srisoonthorn Road, Cherngtalay,Amphur Talan Phuket, Thailand 83110. For more information you can email phuket@banyantree.com

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Glass experiences the quiet luxuries of Southern Thailand https://theglassmagazine.com/glass-experiences-the-quiet-luxuries-of-southern-thailand/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=glass-experiences-the-quiet-luxuries-of-southern-thailand Mon, 19 Aug 2024 10:10:33 +0000 https://theglassmagazine.com/?p=152036 FLYING non-stop to Bangkok has never been more comfortable and flexible than with EVA on their B777-300ER airplanes. There are three levels of cabin service – Economy, Premium Economy and (with 2-metre long flat beds and Giorgio Armani overnight amenity kits) Royal Laurel Class – and they all bring you to Thailand’s capital for onward […]

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FLYING non-stop to Bangkok has never been more comfortable and flexible than with EVA on their B777-300ER airplanes. There are three levels of cabin service – Economy, Premium Economy and (with 2-metre long flat beds and Giorgio Armani overnight amenity kits) Royal Laurel Class – and they all bring you to Thailand’s capital for onward travel to two spectacular resorts.

It is little exaggeration to say, on walking into the open-air lobby of Banyan Tree Krabi for the first time, that the view is mesmerising. Gazing out at four towers of limestone rock in a shimmering sea – karst formations that have become the visual signature of Krabi – the vista seems too serene and dreamy to be real.

Beach at Banyan Tree Krabi

Banyan Tree Krabi pool

The beauty of the Andaman coast is no secret, but Banyan Tree Krabi, on a quiet beach and close to a national park, enjoys a niche location which protects it from being sandwiched between other resorts.

Untypically for Banyan Tree, there are villas as well as suites and all accommodation comes with its own pool and faces west for sunsets and entrancing views. A longtail boat is available for boat trips to Koh Hong and the volcanic lagoon in the centre of the island.

Dining Birds Nest

Banyan Tree Krabi’s own longboat, The White Pearl

Southern Thai cuisine, with spicy tastes relying more on local herbs than chilli, is rightfully the focus of the resort’s restaurants and the head chef is dextrous at making vegetarian versions of classic dishes like pad thai and massaman phak, plus a wonderful phad phak boong fai dang with a vegetable oyster sauce.

Bird’s Nest restaurant deserves special mention, not because it serves bird’s nest soup (it doesn’t) but due to its unique location, reached by a one-minute ride in a funicular: three tables, each in the form of a private and cosy nest that looks but doesn’t feel like it is perched on the side of a cliff. The space is as intimate as one could get and a ‘nest’ (also available for afternoon tea), with one of its four set menus should be booked as early as possible. 

Poolside at Trisara

Picture a tiny rocky islet off the coast of Phuket with a solitary palm tree, a real-life rendition of the cartoon desert island where pirates or a shipwreck leave someone marooned. It is clearly visible at the resort Trisara, which like the islet, offers maximum privacy but goes hand in hand with luxury; with rescue coming in the form of treatments at Jara spa, superlative culinary experiences, wellness activities and an international airport fifteen minutes away.

Parts of Phuket have been spoiled by excessive development, making Trisara’s super-spacious villas, each with a pool and veranda, a precious retreat from the hurly-burly further down the coast. The setting is gorgeously tropical, landscaped with coconut and fishtail palms, walkways bordered with brightly coloured flowers and a surrounding green canopy of trees. 

The approach to Jampa

Views from Trisara

The dining scene excels and the care devoted to its farm-to-table philosophy is confirmed by a visit to Trisara’s organic vegetable, herb and free-range egg farm. At the time of writing, Phuket has only one Michelin-starred restaurant – Trisara’s Pru – and Executive Chef Jim Ophorst presides at its open kitchen for dinner (Tues-Sat) and lunch (Fri-Sat). Trisara’s garden also provides Chef Dingen with ingredients at Jamba, a serious contender for becoming Phuket’s second restaurant with a Michelin star.

Jamba enjoys a truly bucolic situation, in harmony with the complex but delicate dishes, many vegetarian, brought to your table. Completing the constellation of fine restaurants and befitting its Mediterranean-style identity, Cielo is footsteps from a beach (effectively a private one) and brings a flavour of southern Europe to its menu. Trisara is not a desert island but being marooned here is something you could wish for.

by Sean Sheehan

For more information, see banyantree.com/thailand/Krabi, trisara.com and prurestaurant.com 

EVA Air flies non-stop from London Heathrow to Bangkok with fares starting from £728; to book, see evaair.com

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Glass stops by INNSiDE Bangkok to try something new https://theglassmagazine.com/glass-stops-by-innside-bangkok-to-try-something-new/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=glass-stops-by-innside-bangkok-to-try-something-new Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:14:34 +0000 https://theglassmagazine.com/?p=147466 PART of what makes Bangkok an exciting destination is the way new places to stay, eat and be amused are regularly popping up and INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit exemplifies this. The hotel cut the ribbon in July 2023, part of a brand self-described as ‘urban and beach hotels for curious minds who think it’s […]

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PART of what makes Bangkok an exciting destination is the way new places to stay, eat and be amused are regularly popping up and INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit exemplifies this.

The hotel cut the ribbon in July 2023, part of a brand self-described as ‘urban and beach hotels for curious minds who think it’s time to go.

To a new city. To that bar. Somewhere you can’t even pronounce.’ An appeal like this, to insatiably curious travellers with fluid lifestyles, is fulfilled with flair at INNSiDE in Bangkok and it begins by zipping up to a building’s 32nd floor to check in at the hotel’s spacious Open Living Lounge.

What first catches the eye in this large open-plan area is a large metalwork display, of the Chao Phraya River, Wat Pho and Wat Phra Kaew, on the wall behind the reception disk.

What follows, after clocking a spiral staircase, is a gradual realisation that most surfaces in the hotel are pristine white in colour; the bold testimony to the newness of the place draws attention to the black-and-white framed photographs of Spain (Meliá’s country of origin) that are found throughout the hotel.

The pool and the Giant Swing at INNSiDE Bangkok

Two floors above the Open Living Lounge, on the rooftop, there is an area that transforms itself as day turns to night. Under hot, cloudless skies a small, glass-bottomed pool offers cool respite from the heat, sun loungers and daybeds are on hand for relaxation and cold drinks are available at the Giant Swing Pool Bar.

Come dusk, the same rooftop spot slowly takes on a different character as cocktails begin to be shaken  and stirred to the sound of upbeat music, coloured lights projected from a wall dance around the space and, ahí está, you could be forgiven for thinking you have shifted for a moment of immediacy to Ibiza. Travelling on EVA, non-stop from London, arrival in Bangkok is mid-afternoon so by the time you’ve freshened up in your room the rooftop experience is primed and waiting to be enjoyed.

Daytime or evening time, until midnight, the pool bar serves Mediterranean, Thai and international dishes and snacks, and the Giant Swing that gives its name to the bar is the structure in front of the counter.

The Open Living Lounge at INNSiDE Bangkok

The Spanish connection continues on the 33rd floor, between the Open Living Lounge and the rooftop, at LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar where the chef, hailing from Barcelona, playfully conjures up Spanish flavours with local Thai ingredients. Spanish wines, beer on tap, cocktails and signature sangrias are poured and prepared at the bar.

If at the bar, peer upwards and you find yourself staring at the bottom of the rooftop pool on the floor above. Signature dishes at LUZ include Catalonian classics like suquet de peix and fideus a la cassola, a Basque tiradito plus, of course, gazpacho and Iberian ham.

Costilla de ternera is a new item on the menu but vegetarians need not worry and will delight in an arroz de montaña; instead of the traditional chicken constituent, the dish makes non-meat magic out of mushrooms, beetroot and truffle.

The tapas bar counter at LUZ

There are just over 200 immaculately prepared rooms, all with city views but falling into different types and there is a significant distinction between Innside rooms and Townhouses.

Innside rooms, with the sink, island-style, in the 20m2 room itself, are ideal if most of your time is going to be spent outdoors but may otherwise feel a little too compact; Townhouse rooms, 44m2, have a bedroom, living room and a bathtub as well as a shower.

Townhouse room

INNSiDE in Bangkok brought to my attention a new experience – batik-making in a non-traditional way – at Craft Creator and it proved a lovely way to create a memento from time in the city.

It is close to Or Tor Kor Market, a fruit and agricultural market with an adjoining food court where authentic Thai food and freshly prepared fruit drinks are brought to your table after being ordered from any of the kiosks.

by Sean Sheehan

For more information, see INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit.

EVA Air flies non-stop from London Heathrow to Bangkok with Economy, Premium Economy and (with 2-metre long flat beds) Royal Laurel Class cabin services.

Fares start from £728; to book, see EVA Air.

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Rosewood Hotels and Resorts announces the opening of Rosewood Bangkok https://theglassmagazine.com/rosewood-hotels-and-resorts-announces-the-opening-of-rosewood-bangkok/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rosewood-hotels-and-resorts-announces-the-opening-of-rosewood-bangkok Wed, 10 Apr 2019 12:29:58 +0000 https://glassmagazine.wpengine.com/?p=80919 INCORPORATING the philosophy and rich Thai culture, Rosewood hotels have opened a striking, 30 story standalone edition to the skyline of Bangkok. Designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox, the Bangkok Rosewood celebrates the creativity and contemporary design aspects that continue to flourish in the capital, inspired by the Thai Wai greeting of two hands pressed together. […]

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INCORPORATING the philosophy and rich Thai culture, Rosewood hotels have opened a striking, 30 story standalone edition to the skyline of Bangkok. Designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox, the Bangkok Rosewood celebrates the creativity and contemporary design aspects that continue to flourish in the capital, inspired by the Thai Wai greeting of two hands pressed together.

Featuring 159 rooms, the aesthetic follows an extensive theme of water through an intense 10 story indoor waterfall, and the only sky-high plunge pools in the city.

 The Rosewood Bangkok Hotel

Situated within the hotel, four restaurant and bars build upon the nature of luxury hospitality, offering a range of delicate cuisine choices, in the heart of the city. Sonia Cheng, chief executive officer at the Rosewood Hotel Group stated, “Rosewood Bangkok exemplifies a perfect marriage destination and Rosewood’s core concept of a modern ultra-luxury hotel experience.”

by Lorna Tyler

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The sublime Siam https://theglassmagazine.com/review-of-the-siam-hotel-bangkok/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=review-of-the-siam-hotel-bangkok Mon, 07 Sep 2015 10:16:13 +0000 https://glassmagazine.wpengine.com/?p=32625 [slideshow_deploy id=’32456′] Bangkok is often referred to as a low-budget destination. Unless you decide to stay at The Siam, which certainly has to be one of Asia’s most superlative hotels. This magnificent urban retreat is located on the city side of the Chao Phraya River in the royal neighbourhood of Dusit, away from the hustle […]

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Bangkok is often referred to as a low-budget destination. Unless you decide to stay at The Siam, which certainly has to be one of Asia’s most superlative hotels. This magnificent urban retreat is located on the city side of the Chao Phraya River in the royal neighbourhood of Dusit, away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Bangkok.

The Siam Hotel was purpose-built three years to house the priceless antiques and artefacts collected by the Sukosols, a famous and benevolent Thai family, who had collected them over numerous generations.

Bill Bensley, the internationally renowned architect and designer, who has been named as one of the world’s top 100 most creative people, was appointed to manage the project. Inspiration for The Siam was primarily drawn from the Paris Musée d’Orsay, while also reflecting the period of Bangkok’s greatest grandeur under Kin Ram V.

On entering The Siam, you feel the warmth of a private residence with a modest entrance and smallish understated reception area. However, once exploring deeper inside the property, you are confronted by a hugely impressive atrium, filled with gargantuan palm trees imported from Madagascar, which form the most unique greenhouse atmosphere that leaves you gazing in sheer wonderment.

There are 120 immaculately mannered and presented staff servicing only 39 guest rooms, including some of the largest available in Bangkok, and the city’s only available pool villas. Attending to every whim of its guests is the ethos of this establishment, with guests being assigned a butler on arrival to help them with everything they may need during their stay.

There is an art-deco theme in neutral tones and natural textures running through The Siam, creating an organic ambience, fusing with the magnificent landscaping both to the interior and exterior of the property.
Guest rooms are magnificently and tastefully decorated, incorporating a lounge area, a stunning master suite with a super king sized bed and the highest ceilings imaginable, and a luxuriously equipped bathroom with a roll top bath, a separate shower room and individual sink areas.

The Siam’s general manager, Jason Friedman, has written a terrifically informative Bangkok guide, which lists places of interest, sharing insider information on places of interest that are frequented by the locals. Numerous restaurants listed are local to the hotel and are of a particularly high standard without being touristy or over-priced.

The hugely impressive range of facilities at The Siam Hotel includes a library filled with rare books, a 1920’s style cinema room, a cookery school, a Thai boxing ring, an art gallery, and a tattoo studio. The former Buddhist monk, Arjan Boo, practises the ancient art of creating Thai religious tattoos for guests requesting the service.

The infinity pool and the surrounding pool area are sublime. The extra long pool runs parallel with the Chao Phraya River, providing beautiful riverside views which you can admire while swimming lengths in the warm water. And as you emerge from the pool, an observant member of staff will be waiting with a towel and a glass of iced water in hand.

The Executive Chef, Damri Muksombat, is able to create a dinner menu to suit your culinary preferences, personally selecting the most perfect, fresh and delicious ingredients in the market and then creating the most awesome feast imaginable, with everything explained between each course.

Eateries at The Siam include the Deco Bar and Bistro, which is the main all-day restaurant; Chun, an authentic Thai restaurant serving typical local dishes; and Café Cha, the coffee shop at the front of the hotel which is open to non-residents.

The Siam runs a complimentary boat shuttle along the Chao Phraya River, dropping off and picking up guests at different points across the different districts off Bangkok. But this is no ordinary boat shuttle – it’s more of a luxury speedboat, with beautiful leather trimmed seating and the shiniest walnut veneer trim.

And indeed this is no ordinary hotel. As a luxury urban retreat, The Siam is as good as it gets and is most certainly worth blowing the budget for.

by Amanda Bernstein

The Siam 3/2 Thanon Khao, Vachirapayabal, Dusit, Bangkok 10300, Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 2206-6999 Fax: +66 (0) 2206-6998
Email: info@thesiamhotel.com

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Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit reinvents lobby https://theglassmagazine.com/sofitel-bangkok-sukhumvit-reinvents-lobby/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sofitel-bangkok-sukhumvit-reinvents-lobby Fri, 08 May 2015 12:00:54 +0000 https://glassmagazine.wpengine.com/?p=29647 Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit is making quite a name for itself by reinventing the use of its lobby by installing an S Gallery, the first art gallery inside a hotel in Bangkok. Displayed along the upper concourse are 72 striking images by renowned French photographer Charles Maze, with the instillation consisting of a collection of circular […]

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Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit is making quite a name for itself by reinventing the use of its lobby by installing an S Gallery, the first art gallery inside a hotel in Bangkok.

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Displayed along the upper concourse are 72 striking images by renowned French photographer Charles Maze, with the instillation consisting of a collection of circular images – in black-and-white and in colour, taking the viewer on a journey through France.

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At the rear of the lobby lounge, an artsy styled bar has been added, complete with an outstanding LED-alabaster stone countertop.

To complete the ground-floor makeover, an outside, canopied, Parisian-style gourmet café and pâtisserie, La Macaron, has been constructed, emulating an authentic Parisian streetside café.

“The beauty of S Gallery is that it will appeal to everyone from the casual observer to the most sophisticated connoisseur or critic,” explained William Haandrikman, Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit’s general manager. “It’s as much for someone who just wants to relax and have a drink or bite to eat with a friend as it is for the person who’s all about art and really studying what’s on display.”

Unlike other galleries, this one remains open – all day, every day!

by Amanda Bernstein

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Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts announce new opening on Koh Samui https://theglassmagazine.com/movenpick-hotels-resorts-announce-new-opening-on-koh-samui/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=movenpick-hotels-resorts-announce-new-opening-on-koh-samui Wed, 10 Dec 2014 19:24:40 +0000 https://glassmagazine.wpengine.com/?p=23469 Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts have announced the opening of their third beach resort, located on Koh Samui Island’s most idyllic location, which is famed for its magnificent sunset vantage points and located just a 30 minutes drive from Samui International Airport.   Laem Yai Beach Samui Mövenpick Resort Laem Yai Beach Samui is a stunning […]

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Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts have announced the opening of their third beach resort, located on Koh Samui Island’s most idyllic location, which is famed for its magnificent sunset vantage points and located just a 30 minutes drive from Samui International Airport.

 

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Mövenpick Resort Laem Yai Beach Samui is a stunning boutique beach destination with 50 rooms and a range of villas to choose from. This magnificent resort overlooks several tropical islands in the Gulf of Thailand and is located on the northwest coast of Koh Samui. The pristine Laem Yai Beach offers privacy for guests to enjoy the exclusive sandy stretch of beach and the spectacular sunsets, making it a perfect honeymoon destination.

Restaurants include Thai and international options, while the Deck Bar offers cocktails to enjoy around one of three swimming pools. A range of treatments and ancient Thai healing therapies is offered at the resort’s herbal wellness retreat. Recreational facilities include kayaking and snorkeling in the stunning Angthong National Marine Park. In addition, there is also the option to hike in the surrounding forest and to visit a local fishing village and a Thai temple.

by Amanda Bernstein

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