Name: Ariyasom Villa
Address: 65 Sukhumvit 1, Sukhumvit Rd, Klongtoey Nua, Wattana, Wattana, 10110 Bangkok, Thailand, 65 Sukhumvit 1, Sukhumvit Rd, Klongtoey Nua, Wattana, Bangkok Province, 10110, Thailand
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £146 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.3

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Resort Ariyasom Villa

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This neighbourhood is a great choice for travellers interested in nightlife, shopping for clothes and shopping – Check location 65 Sukhumvit 1, Sukhumvit Rd, Klongtoey Nua, Wattana, Wattana, 10110 Bangkok, Thailand – This neighbourhood is a great choice for travellers interested in nightlife, shopping for clothes and shopping – Check location

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Bumrungrad International Hospital: only 3 minutes away! (250 yards on foot)

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The villa itself is very beautiful, it gives you a feeling of authenticity with these amazing wooden floors and decors. The room was spacious and fully equipped with the essentials. Nice and abundant breakfast, really good coffee. The location is a bit hidden, at the end of a small side road, so it feels far away from the traffic of the city. Recommended.

Andrea

Italy

The staff were very attentive. The birthday song and dessert on arrival was a nice touch!!

Simon

France

Good location on a canal with public transport, which is much faster than car. Local style makes it more genuine than the big anonymous hotels. Lovely swimming pool in the garden.

Christoph

Poland

Nice Thai decorated hotel. Excellent staff, nice room, and very calm atmosphere. We were updted to a suite room that was wonderful. It's a very good choice in Bangkok.

Javier

Spain

This was a calm oasis in the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. So pleased we stayed here as we couldn't fault the place. The owners and staff work tirelessly to ensure that guests enjoy their stay to the full. The breakfast is perfect, as is the food in the restaurant. I can't recommend this place more highly!

Martin

United Kingdom

We loved our exec suite, great service all around and wonderful food! This is an oasis in Bangkok!

Ellen

Norway

Breakfast was a superb, fantastic choices of vegetarian and fish dishes (I'm a meat eater and enjoyed everything served). Service was always good and made changes to the food as requested. Everything looked and tasted fantastic.

Kevanv2

Jersey

The room was beautiful, the pool area so relaxing and all the staff were lovely. Breakfast was delicious too

Hannah

United Kingdom

Aryisomvilla is an oasis of peace and beauty. It is truly a favorite get away place. The lush green grounds, beautiful pool and great staff make for a wonderful place to relax.

Carrie

Hong Kong

it was all fabulous, very tasteful decorations and I loved the cosmetic provided.

Magda

United Kingdom

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What guests loved the most:
“The villa itself is very beautiful, it gives you a feeling of authenticity with these amazing wooden floors and decors. The room was spacious and fully equipped with the essentials.”

Andrea Italy
“The staff were very attentive. The birthday song and dessert on arrival was a nice touch!!”

Simon France
“Good location on a canal with public transport, which is much faster than car. Local style makes it more genuine than the big anonymous hotels. Lovely swimming pool in the garden.”

Christoph Poland
“Nice Thai decorated hotel. Excellent staff, nice room, and very calm atmosphere. We were updted to a suite room that was wonderful. It's a very good choice in Bangkok.”

Javier Spain
“This was a calm oasis in the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. So pleased we stayed here as we couldn't fault the place.”

Martin United Kingdom
“We loved our exec suite, great service all around and wonderful food! This is an oasis in Bangkok!”

Ellen Norway
“Breakfast was a superb, fantastic choices of vegetarian and fish dishes (I'm a meat eater and enjoyed everything served). Service was always good and made changes to the food as requested.”

Kevanv2 Jersey
“The room was beautiful, the pool area so relaxing and all the staff were lovely. Breakfast was delicious too”

Hannah United Kingdom
“Aryisomvilla is an oasis of peace and beauty. It is truly a favorite get away place. The lush green grounds, beautiful pool and great staff make for a wonderful place to relax.”

Carrie Hong Kong
“it was all fabulous, very tasteful decorations and I loved the cosmetic provided.”

Magda United Kingdom

Ariyasom Villa is a peaceful garden oasis within busy Bangkok City, conveniently located at the start of Sukhumvit Road. Presenting 1940s heritage Thai decor, it has a cosy outdoor pool, an organic restaurant and a pampering spa.

With high ceilings and large windows opening out to landscaped gardens, stylish rooms are spacious and decorated in warm colours. Featuring free Wi-Fi, each comes with a flat-screen TV and DVD player. En suite bathrooms have a bathtub and hairdryer.

This family-owned boutique hotel is just next to Bumrungrad Hospital, about 700 yards from Ploen Chit BTS Skytrain Station. Via the Skytrain, it is a 5-minute journey to shopping at Central World Plaza and Siam Paragon.

Som Sen Spa provides relaxing body massage and a small fitness room. The elegant library is decorated with local artwork and is a casual place for guests to read or mingle.

Na Aroon Restaurant serves a healthy selection of vegetarian and seafood dishes. It also offers room service from 07.00-22.00 hrs.

Wattana is a great choice for travellers interested in nightlife, shopping for clothes and shopping.

This is our guests' favourite part of Bangkok, according to independent reviews.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Bangkok! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Good for couples - they rate the facilities 9.4 for two-person stays.

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Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

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Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Asian, American

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

Free private parking available on-site

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Bumrungrad International Hospital
0.1 miles
Krungthai Bank Head Office
0.3 miles
BTS - Phloen Chit
0.4 miles
United Kingdom Embassy
0.4 miles
Arab Street
0.4 miles
Central Embassy
0.4 miles
Deutsche Bank Bangkok
0.5 miles
Sukhumvit Soi 11
0.5 miles
Soi Nana
0.5 miles
Central Chidlom
0.5 miles

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Na Aroon Restaurant Restaurant
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Don Mueang International Airport
12.4 miles
Suvarnabhumi Airport
13.9 miles

What travellers love about this location

“Perfect Location in the middle of being taking Bangkok. A pice of a green serene oasis. Great spa experience.”

Denise

Switzerland

“The staff were very friendly and helpful. The location of the hotel was in an ideal spot to experience what Thailand has to offer. Very happy with my stay.”

Luke

Australia

“Location & architecture ”

Karina

Australia

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1 restaurant on site

Na Aroon

Cuisine: Thai, International

Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktail hour

Menu: À la carte

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From 14:00 hours

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11:30 - 12:00

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Children of any age are welcome.

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0+ years

Can use an extra bed

THB 1,500 per person, per night

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Please check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Ariyasom Villa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that the name of the credit card holder must be the same as the guest's name and credit card must be presented to the property upon check-in.

Please note that a maximum of 3 guests (including children) are allowed to stay in each room type.

“The villa itself is very beautiful, it gives you a feeling of authenticity with these amazing wooden floors and decors. The room was spacious and fully equipped with the essentials. Nice and abundant breakfast, really good coffee. The location is a bit hidden, at the end of a small side road, so it feels far away from the traffic of the city. Recommended. ”

“Good location on a canal with public transport, which is much faster than car. Local style makes it more genuine than the big anonymous hotels. Lovely swimming pool in the garden.”

“This was a calm oasis in the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. So pleased we stayed here as we couldn't fault the place. The owners and staff work tirelessly to ensure that guests enjoy their stay to the full. The breakfast is perfect, as is the food in the restaurant. I can't recommend this place more highly!”

“Breakfast was a superb, fantastic choices of vegetarian and fish dishes (I'm a meat eater and enjoyed everything served). Service was always good and made changes to the food as requested. Everything looked and tasted fantastic.”

“Aryisomvilla is an oasis of peace and beauty. It is truly a favorite get away place. The lush green grounds, beautiful pool and great staff make for a wonderful place to relax.”

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Reviewed: 22 August 2019

Jan
USA
9.6

“Wonderful”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Absolutely nothing
The grounds were lovely and the staff wonderful

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 14 August 2019

Andrea
Italy

1 helpful vote
9.2

Superb
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The villa is a bit hidden away from the main road, so if you are booking the taxi it might take a while to reach. Anyway the distance from public transport is around 10-15 mins walking
The villa itself is very beautiful, it gives you a feeling of authenticity with these amazing wooden floors and decors. The room was spacious and fully equipped with the essentials. Nice and abundant breakfast, really good coffee. The location is a bit hidden, at the end of a small side road, so it feels far away from the traffic of the city. Recommended.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 13 August 2019

Simon
France
10

“Great place to return to (an oasis!) at end of each crazy sightseeing day”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I would’ve liked plain black tea provided ( don’t like earl grey) and even though 2 bags of English breakfast tea were provided on request we were told they could not provide anymore! I bought my own at the 7/11. This is a minor complaint in what was a fabulous stay!
The staff were very attentive. The birthday song and dessert on arrival was a nice touch!!

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 11 August 2019

Christoph
Poland
Age group: 65+

3 helpful votes
9.2

Superb
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Access road is always jammed because it leads ,too, to the biggest hospital. Use boat instead!
Good location on a canal with public transport, which is much faster than car. Local style makes it more genuine than the big anonymous hotels. Lovely swimming pool in the garden.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 10 August 2019

Javier
Spain

3 helpful votes
9.6

“Nice decoration, nice staff, nice hotel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
Everything ok.
Nice Thai decorated hotel. Excellent staff, nice room, and very calm atmosphere. We were updted to a suite room that was wonderful. It's a very good choice in Bangkok.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 9 August 2019

Huining
China

2 helpful votes
9.2

Superb
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
staff are very friendly．

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 6 August 2019

Martin
United Kingdom
10

“A calm oasis........”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything was good, no complaints at all.
This was a calm oasis in the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. So pleased we stayed here as we couldn't fault the place. The owners and staff work tirelessly to ensure that guests enjoy their stay to the full. The breakfast is perfect, as is the food in the restaurant. I can't recommend this place more highly!

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 23 July 2019

William
United Kingdom
10

“A beautiful oasis of calm”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Ariyasom Villa was absolutely stunning! Staff were all so friendly, and when we arrived they'd upgraded us to the executive suite, which was out of this world. The breakfast was the best we'd had on our two weeks in Thailand, with a huge selection of tasty stuff on offer, and they served the best fresh coffee ever. We stayed one night before flying back to the UK, and i would highly recommend this lovely oasis of calm in the middle of Bangkok, to anyone looking for somewhere extra special. Thank you all at Ariyasom Villa for making our stay so memorable and making us feel so welcome.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 5 July 2019

Frank
Hong Kong
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Lovely hotel which is truly unique.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 30 June 2019

Ellen
Norway
10

“Fantastic place!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
We loved our exec suite, great service all around and wonderful food! This is an oasis in Bangkok!

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: 29 June 2019

Suzanne
Singapore
9.2

Superb
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A beautifully restored villa, relaxed luxury.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: 27 June 2019

Lauren
USA

1 helpful vote
9.6

“Oasis in Bangkok”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Beautiful little secluded area in Bangkok. True spa/zen experience. The facility had a wonderful restaurant attached and the staff was always very helpful. They gave us tips on how to get around/where to go. Would definitely come again. They also provided welcome snacks and drinks.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: 27 June 2019

KevanV2
Jersey
Age group: 45 – 54

2 helpful votes
9.6

“Fantastic Hidden away place... Magical”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio
- • Stayed 4 nights
Breakfast was a superb, fantastic choices of vegetarian and fish dishes (I'm a meat eater and enjoyed everything served). Service was always good and made changes to the food as requested. Everything looked and tasted fantastic.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: 24 June 2019

Anonymous
Oman
8.3

Very good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There were mosquitoes, but this may be due to garden, however, mosquito repellents is provided in the rooms
Staff were very welcoming, friendly and very helpful. The hotel garden was superb, when you are inside the hotel compound you feel relaxed, breathing fresh air, it’s far away from concrete building, Nice place for relaxation especially with family . Restaurant was excellent, they serve only healthy food. Pool was perfect, overall a nice place to relax. The owners will talk to you every morning to ensure you happy and comfortable

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: 8 June 2019

Hannah
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
9.6

“So peaceful and relaxing in the middle of bustling Bangkok. A real find.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The room was beautiful, the pool area so relaxing and all the staff were lovely. Breakfast was delicious too

Stayed in May 2019

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	Studio 1 extra-large double bed or 2 single beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Studio room features a flat-screen cable TV, a DVD player and a minibar. It has a safety deposit box. A bathtub and a hairdryer are included in an en suite bathroom. Room facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bath • Safety Deposit Box • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Fan • Toilet • Private bathroom • Shared Toilet • Slippers • Cable Channels • Bath or Shower • Interconnected room(s) available • Flat-screen TV • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Entire unit located on ground floor • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Double or Twin Room 1 extra-large double bed or 2 single beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Room features a sofa. Room facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bath • Safety Deposit Box • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Fan • Toilet • Private bathroom • Shared Toilet • Slippers • Cable Channels • Bath or Shower • Interconnected room(s) available • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Terrace • Entire unit located on ground floor • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Executive Deluxe Double Room 1 extra-large double bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Room features a separate living area. Room facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bath • Safety Deposit Box • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Fan • Toilet • Private bathroom • Shared Toilet • Slippers • Cable Channels • Bath or Shower • Interconnected room(s) available • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Terrace • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper • Sofa bed Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Executive Suite 1 extra-large double bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Spacious 2-storey suite offers a separate living area. Room facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bath • Safety Deposit Box • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Fan • Toilet • Private bathroom • Shared Toilet • Slippers • Cable Channels • Bath or Shower • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Terrace • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper • Sofa bed Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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