Long-time visitors to Bangkok are familiar with what was once the Four Seasons Bangkok, located in the Ratchaprasong shopping and entertainment district.
But since March 2015 the luxury hotel has been operating under new management and a new name, re-emerging as the Anantara Siam Bangkok.
The Anantara Siam Bangkok is everything luxury travelers would expect from a five-star, cosmopolitan hotel. Upon entering the marble-splashed, lofty lobby, the centerpiece of which is an opulent flower arrangement — a remnant from its Four Seasons past — you are placed in the cross section of traditional and modern Thailand.
The 354 rooms and suites echo the lobby vibe, with authentic artifacts, teak furnishings and silk fabrics. The 12 categories of rooms overlook either the tropical gardens, the pool, the city, the private golf course or the Royal Bangkok Sports Club.
Accommodations range from 452-square-foot Deluxe rooms to the 3,700-square-foot Anantara Presidential Suite. All rooms feature WiFi and a smartphone to enable travelers to stay connected 24 hours, both at the hotel and on the go. The phone features unlimited local calls and the same for 10 destinations, including the U.S.; unlimited 3G data connectivity with WiFi tethering capability to other mobile devices; apps like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram; and digital city guides with recommendations for restaurants, shops and tourist attractions.
There are eight dining options that include everything from Thai and light bites to Italian, sushi and steak. One of the best options is to dine alfresco in the courtyard off the lobby, where you can sip a cocktail or glass of wine and order from any of the hotel's restaurants.
Whether beginning or ending your trip to Thailand in Bangkok, a visit to the spa is a perfect way to unwind. Anantara Spa, a staple across Anantara properties, has a long menu of Thai wellness therapies.
The signature Siam 2482 treatment is 90 minutes and, inspired by ancient Siam's cultural heritage, brings together traditions from Thailand, Myanmar, Laos and China. There is also an Anantara Signature massage, another 90-minute treatment that promotes circulation and focuses on reflexology.
See http://siam-bangkok.anantara.com.