Grand Nikko Bangkok Sathorn is a sophisticated urban sanctuary, perfectly positioned in the heart of Bangkok’s prestigious Sathorn district. Located on Sathorn Road, a major thoroughfare, the hotel is just a 40-minute drive from Suvarnabhumi International Airport and a mere 10-minute walk from the Chong Nonsi BTS Skytrain station, offering seamless connectivity to the city’s vibrant attractions.
The hotel boasts 405 elegantly designed guest rooms and suites ranging from 40 to 178 square meters, as well as 36 extended-stay residences offering between 85 and 130 square meters of contemporary comfort. The hotel’s exceptional dining experiences include an all-day dining restaurant serving a spectacular breakfast and an enticing selection of international cuisine, a Teppanyaki restaurant where guests can enjoy masterful Japanese grilling, and a fine dining venue offering innovative Japanese cuisine. For those seeking a breathtaking but elegant ambiance, the Rooftop Bar on the 33rd floor provides stunning panoramic views of Bangkok, paired with artfully crafted cocktails.
"Among Bangkok's five-star hotels, this one offers the best value for money.
It has its pros and cons, but the pros far outweigh the cons, making it easy to overlook the imperfections; after all, it's not an Aman or a Mandarin Oriental.
1. **Location**: It's in the heart of Silom, and I timed it – it's exactly a 16-minute walk to Central Park.
2. **Service**: The staff are very polite; someone will always bow to you when you enter or leave.
3. **Room Interior**: Starting from 41 square meters, the rooms are very spacious. Side-facing rooms might have obstructed views and privacy concerns, but you can draw the sheer curtains. The room has a separate, enclosed toilet with a brand new Toto electric bidet – using it is pure bliss! There's a bathtub, and all toiletries are from Divana, a fantastic spa brand in Bangkok, with a lovely fragrance perfect for a relaxing soak. However, the bed linen thread count is relatively low, not uncomfortably so, but not as luxurious as Okura Prestige. There's also a turndown service in the evening, which includes incredibly delicious mango gummies! You absolutely must try them.
4. **Breakfast**: Oh my god, is this really breakfast at a 1000-baht hotel? The à la carte quality is outstanding. Although the variety isn't huge, the stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp I ordered were even better than those at the Park Hyatt! There are fewer dessert options, but they taste excellent. The hot food selection is extensive, and they are very generous with ingredients. The seafood curry was packed with large prawns, squid, and dried shrimp – they really don't skimp on cost. Plus, there was smoked tuna sashimi, which was also fresh and delicious. Overall, the breakfast was extremely satisfying!
5. **Pool**: The pool view is absolutely stunning, and it's a saltwater pool. Since it's newly opened, there aren't many people, so I had the entire pool to myself for a swim! The only drawback is that the pool is quite shallow, only 1.2 meters deep. If it were 1.4 meters, it would be perfect!
**Cons**:
Many online reviews mention the loud air conditioning noise. It's true! Even on the lowest setting, it's quite noisy, and turning it up just one notch makes it feel deafening. However, I sleep with the AC off. Even then, because I'm a side sleeper, I can feel the vibration from the downstairs AC through the pillow, which is a bit of an unsolvable issue. I ended up buying deep sleep gummies from 7-Eleven.
The second drawback is that small flying insects occasionally appear in the room. I think the hotel should be able to address this. I hope they improve it!
BUT!! This amazing hotel, including breakfast, is only 1000 baht! Is that even possible? Can they break even? Book your stay soon before the prices go up! So, with this kind of value for money, the minor drawbacks are absolutely nothing. No need to nitpick!"