Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, Bang rak Khwaeng

It's hard to resist the charm and allure of The Mandarin Oriental. One of the world's grandest hotels, the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok epitomizes the history and sophistication of Southeast Asia. A tourist attraction in its own right, the 120-year old property is located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. The rooms are highly luxurious with teak furnishings and canopied beds. For those planning on indulging fully in the unbridled luxury of the hotel, there are tennis and squash courts, jogging tracks, a golf driving range, a comprehensive fitness center, the fabulous Oriental Spa and even a Thai cooking class.