Name: Praya Palazzo
Address: 757/1 Somdej Prakinklao Soi 2, Bangyeekhan, 10700 Bangkok, Thailand, 757/1 Somdej Prakinklao Soi 2, Bangyeekhan, Bangkok Province, 10700, Thailand
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $108 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.5

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Hotel Praya Palazzo

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Location was cool; boat drivers and front desk staff awesome.

Spanishkenny, United States of America

Amazing location, loved taking the shuttle! Amazing pool! Very friendly staff, always ready to help!

Elodie, United States of America

The room was big, Comfortable bed. Good breakfast. Nice pool and view over the river.

Hanka, Germany

Beautiful property, quiet, private and lovely staff who were so polite and accommodating.

Lucy, United Kingdom

Loved taking the boat. Very easy. Staff was very helpful.

Pilar, United States of America

The place's story is very interesting as well as its architecture, we enjoyed a lot spending a weekend at this place. The service and food are very good. The shuttle boat is very fast, you don't have to wait too long to get to Praya Palazzo. I recommend this place to anyone who wants to chill in the heart of Bangkok.

Mikael, France

Starting with positives - the staff is very polite and friendly. They took care of my parents' needs well. The hotel location is on the bank of the river, and a short boat ride from one of the piers takes you there. Clean hotel, they upgraded one of the rooms to a larger suite.

Devangi, India

The hotel is unique. It is a restored period "palazzo", nice garden and pool and very charismatic rooms. You access the hotel by river boat, which is a lovely way of unwinding. Memorable place to stay.

Steven, United Kingdom

Only access to the property was available by boat. But a free shuttle is provided to guests 24 hours - it’s wonderful!

Charles, United States of America

The location of the hotel is wonderful; and the staffs are very nice.

Khanit, Thailand

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What guests loved the most:
“Location was cool; boat drivers and front desk staff awesome.”

Spanishkenny United States of America
“Amazing location, loved taking the shuttle! Amazing pool! Very friendly staff, always ready to help!”

Elodie United States of America
“The room was big, Comfortable bed. Good breakfast. Nice pool and view over the river.”

Hanka Germany
“Beautiful property, quiet, private and lovely staff who were so polite and accommodating.”

Lucy United Kingdom
“Loved taking the boat. Very easy. Staff was very helpful.”

Pilar United States of America
“The place's story is very interesting as well as its architecture, we enjoyed a lot spending a weekend at this place. The service and food are very good. ”

Mikael France
“Starting with positives - the staff is very polite and friendly. They took care of my parents' needs well. ”

Devangi India
“The hotel is unique. It is a restored period "palazzo", nice garden and pool and very charismatic rooms. You access the hotel by river boat, which is a lovely way of unwinding. ”

Steven United Kingdom
“Only access to the property was available by boat. But a free shuttle is provided to guests 24 hours - it’s wonderful!”

Charles United States of America
“The location of the hotel is wonderful; and the staffs are very nice.”

Khanit Thailand

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One of our best sellers in Bangkok! Praya Palazzo is an elegant villa by the Chao Phraya River, a graceful oasis in the middle of busy Bangkok City. With free Wi-Fi, it also has an outdoor pool and free 24-hour shuttle boat service.

Inspired by traditional Italian art and architecture, all air-conditioned rooms come with a flat-screen TV and free bottled water. Attached bathrooms include premium spa toiletries and hot-water showers.

Praya Palazzo is accessible from Rajathiwas Temple Pier and Phra Athit Pier. Suvarnabhumi International Airport is 17 mi away. Nearby attractions include Khaosan Road and The Grand Palace.

Guests can enjoy afternoon tea at the library, while reading about Thai culture and history. Built with natural lava tiles, the 50 feet riverside outdoor pool is lined by sun loungers.

Praya Dining serves authentic Thai cuisine, with the choice of either indoor or romantic riverside dining. A daily breakfast is also available there.

Couples in particular 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 rated the facilities 8.1 for two-person stays.

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Hotel surroundings –

Closest Landmarks

Phra Arthit Pier
0.2 miles
Santichaiprakarn Park
0.2 miles
UNICEF Thailand
0.3 miles
Somdet Phra Pinklao Bridge
0.3 miles
Wat Chana Song Khram
0.4 miles
National Gallery
0.5 miles
Khao San Road
0.5 miles
Khao San Road Night Market
0.5 miles
Thammasat University
0.6 miles
Wat Bowonniwet Vihara
0.6 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Flower Market Market
4.3 miles
Praya Dinning at Praya Palazzo Restaurant
0.1 miles
7-11 Supermarket
0.2 miles
PEEPS Thai Eatery Restaurant
0.2 miles
Sun Street Panini Restaurant
0.2 miles
Jaywalk Cafe Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles

Natural Beauty

The Grand Palace Mountain
0.7 miles
The temple of the emerald Buddha Mountain
1.1 miles
Wat Arun Ratchawararam Mountain
2.8 miles
Chao Praya Rover River
0 miles

Closest Airports

Don Muang Airport
13 miles
Suvarnabhumi Airport
18 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The location by the river was very nice and romantic. Its a lovely old colonial building. The staff were very nice and helpful. The restaurant dining room and f...”

Tim

United Kingdom

7.9

“Secluded and quiet retreat from the city. Super helpful staff. Good sized room. Lovely riverside location”

Keith

United Kingdom

8.3

“The staff was extremely helpful and the location is great! It seems to be out of the main happening places, but just a couple of minutes on the boat and a 10 mi...”

Jkbaloch

Pakistan

9.1

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Praya Dining

Food: Thai, Turkish, Asian, European

Menu: À la carte

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2:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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Until 12:00 PM

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Children and Extra Beds

Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Praya Palazzo accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Please note that the property is only accessible by boat. The hotel provides free private boat transportation to and from Rajathiwas Temple Pier and Phra Athit Pier.

The property cannot accommodate children under 12 years old.

“The place's story is very interesting as well as its architecture, we enjoyed a lot spending a weekend at this place. The service and food are very good. The shuttle boat is very fast, you don't have to wait too long to get to Praya Palazzo. I recommend this place to anyone who wants to chill in the heart of Bangkok.”

Mikael

France

“Starting with positives - the staff is very polite and friendly. They took care of my parents' needs well. The hotel location is on the bank of the river, and a short boat ride from one of the piers takes you there. Clean hotel, they upgraded one of the rooms to a larger suite.”

Devangi

India

“The hotel is unique. It is a restored period "palazzo", nice garden and pool and very charismatic rooms. You access the hotel by river boat, which is a lovely way of unwinding. Memorable place to stay.”

Steven

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Reviewed: April 22, 2019

JasonSmithen
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
THE ROOM DID SMELL A LITTLE DAMP AND MUSTY
Staff, location, breakfast, private on call ferry boat!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 14, 2019

Lauren
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was quiet and secluded away from the hectic lifestyle of Bangkok. It felt like a hidden gem in the city. The pool was lovely. Staff were friendly.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 14, 2019

spanishkenny
United States of America
6.3

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room was either ice cold or super hot; very loud as they have constant late check ins (like 3-4 am really loud), expensive relative to size of room and what you get...
Location was cool; boat drivers and front desk staff awesome.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 13, 2019

Elodie
United States of America
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Would have loved local breakfast options!
Amazing location, loved taking the shuttle! Amazing pool! Very friendly staff, always ready to help!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 7, 2019

Anonymous
United Arab Emirates
Age group: 35 – 44

1 helpful vote
8.8

“A place to remember”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
if you are not comfortable with crossing the river every time you need to go in and out, or if you are intersted to be close to the night streets of Bangkok , then it is not recommended place.
Away from the noise of the city.. amazing location on Praya river.. easy access to the amazing river cruises . Very helpful and friendly staff

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 4, 2019

rofui
Japan

3 helpful votes
8.3

“Excellent as ever!”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Not the hotel but taxi drivers. Some were so lazy that they did not call the hotel even when they lost the way. The other not.
I like the atomospher of this hotel. I like also the "inconvenience" to get to the hotel, only with the hotel boat. Some friends visiting me had trouble to get here especially by their cars though. Anyway, this is my favorite hotel to stay in BKK.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 30, 2019

Jacqueline
Sweden
10

“Rustic style Villa”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Junior Suite
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing to dislike
Everything! Great location just across the river from all the madness of Bangkok. Hotel has their own boat which is available 24 hours all day every day. We arrived 3am in the morning and boat and staff were waiting for us. Beautiful villa, old style charm which is quite unique. Staff first class.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 20, 2019

Warawatt
Thailand
10

“The hotel with personality”
- • Business trip
- • Group of friends
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Everything

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 6, 2019

Nic
United Kingdom

3 helpful votes
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Junior Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The food wasn’t that good and the plumbing was a bit eccentric.
Lovely secluded garden. Pool. Friendly staff. Huge room.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: February 25, 2019

Moniek
Netherlands
6.3

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Junior Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The food was not good at all, minimalistic vegetarian options, breakfast the fried eggs were literally soaked in fat. The crossing at night didn’t feel very comfortable, having to wait next to a dark alley in the middle of the night. Wouldn’t want to do that alone. The room has a lot of potential to be amazing but lacked a few details that made it truly luxurious: the shower head (smaller one) didn’t do it so you had to feel warmth of the water when you’re soaked. All the curtains closed.. why have windows then?
We really liked the idea of crossing the river and to see Bangkok from the water. The building gives total Cuban vibes.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 24, 2019

1558
Malaysia
Age group: 65+

2 helpful votes
10

“I love this hotel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Junior Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
Everything perfect.
Inaccessible by land. Fabulous building. It really is Venetian. the decorations and ornaments etc totally in keeping with the Venetian theme. The food was amazing, really delicious and totally Thai. Service superb. Your own personal boat!

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 21, 2019

Hanka
Germany
Age group: 45 – 54

9 helpful votes
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It takes a few minutes to cross the river and also a few minutes to wait for the boat, so a trip of a 100 meters to the restaurants can take 10-15 minutes each way. Also, large transport boats pass the hotel all day and all night and they make a surprising amount of noise. I woke up several times because of this. It was not as quiet as I was hoping for.
The room was big, Comfortable bed. Good breakfast. Nice pool and view over the river.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: February 19, 2019

Judith
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The setting was perfect, the taxi boat and the staff were excellent, very central for all sights. Would stay again.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: January 18, 2019

Nomphao
Thailand
5.0

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There's a few of services.
Nothing, everything is a common one.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 18, 2019

Kerri
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room was big and the building is beautiful. We loved the free boat rides 24 hours and the friendly staff.

Stayed in January 2019

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	Junior Suite 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This spacious suite features a sitting area overlooking private grounds. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Toilet paper • Sofa bed Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – 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
	Luxury Suite 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Elegantly designed, this spacious and luxurious suite features a separate living area and deluxe bathroom with river and garden views. An additional bathroom is included. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • River view • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – 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
	Superior Twin Room 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Flat-screen TV • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • Towels • Linens • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – 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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