Original, alluring and cosmopolitan, The Metropolitan Bangkok remains leader of the style pack five years after it opened. Tucked away on the bustling Sathorn Road, this haven of low-key sophistication is minimalism at its most sublime: sparse and serene without any awkward chill.

From the vast glass lobby with its white leather sofas and sculptural floral displays to intimate enclave of your room, an aura of secluded relaxation prevails.  Colours are subdued, shapes are modern and there’s a feast of natural materials – from rare Thai makha wood, to bamboo chairs and delectable hand-blown glass. Rooms are subdued and streamlined with dark teak beds and white linens accessorised with splashes of Thai silk and gorgeous art and antiques. The overall effect is an international slash Asian vibe that avoids any of the usual clichés.

The once-glam Met Bar may have dropped off the socialista’s radar, but airy Cy-an still enchants with its sublime Mediterranean meets Middle East menu.  Snatch a table by the pool and watch the body-beautiful crowd work on their tans. Once all is digested, make sure you book a date with a therapist at COMO Shambhala Urban Escape. In a city packed with spas, you won’t find another retreat quite like it.

Location & How to get there

Hotel
Cy’an Restaurant, Glow, Met Bar
Business Centre,  secretarial services, wireless internet access, three state-of-the-art meeting rooms,Yoga studio, fully equipped gym, hydro pool and a 20-metre outdoor pool. COMO Shambhala’s Asian-based therapies (there are 10 treatment areas).

Rooms
Hot spots (wireless access point), Dual line phone with voice mail, Cable TV, Electronic personal safe, Mini bar, Yoga mat, Hairdryer, COMO Shambhala bathroom amenities, Printers, adaptors and in-room fax (upon request), Electronic ‘do not disturb’ sign, Individually controlled air conditioning, Egyptian cotton linen, Fine goosedown duvet, CD player and disc library, Steam iron and ironing board

Additional Information

Recognition
Thailand Tourism Awards 2008 Excellence for Boutique Hotel
Best Overseas Business Hotels (15th) - Conde Nast Traveller Readers' Travel Awards 2007
Best Luxury Leisure Hotel in Bangkok - Lifestyle & Travel City Slickers Guide
Top Asian Spas - The Ultimate Spa Guide
Quality Award - Leading Hotels of the World
High 5 Award, Bangkok - Metro magazine

STYLE

Modern Siam

SETTING

Sathorn Glamour

ROOM RATES

From US$ 0/Night

YEAR OPENED

2003

ENVIRONMENT RATING

SIZE

171 Rooms & Suites

ARCHITECT

Eco-id Architects Kathryn Kng, Singapore

GREAT FOR

Design Hotel, Shopping, Foodies

BEST ROOM

Presidential Suite
Duplex two-bedroom suite has a dining room, living room, kitchen, a working area and two guestrooms and exceptional views of the Bangkok skyline.

DRINK

Met Bar

A high fashion hangout you can choose from over 40 different martinis at The Met Bar

WATCH

Thai Boxing

Enjoy watching Muay Thai at the most popular boxing stadium in Thailand - Rajadumnern.

EXPERIENCE

Bed Superclub

Dubbed as a “dining in bed” experience, this unique combination of upscale dining, art gallery, live theatre and stage make for an exciting night out.

VISIT

The Grand Palace

Bangkok's famous palace complex was built in 1782 and features several magnificent buildings including Temple of the Emerald Buddha

EXPLORE

Chatuchak Weekend Market

15,000 shops and stalls offering a wide range of products from household accessories and Thai handicrafts to live animals and plants.