Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort

Location
This Thai colonial-style resort is located in the city on the bank of the Chao Phraya “River of Kings”. The resort is a 30-minute drive from the airport via the nearby expressway and a 15-minute transfer via the resort's ferry to the skytrain, which connects to the city centre within minutes.

Facilities
72 junior suites, 24 suites and 311 double rooms are available to guests in a 7-storey main building and 2 auxiliary buildings. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities available at the resort include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access in public areas (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The resort has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The complex has wheelchair-accessible facilities and 6 lifts. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop. The grounds of the resort feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional facilities include a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available. Lectures, presentations and meetings can be held in one of the 14 conference rooms.

Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the garden view from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. For guests' convenience, units include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system, a CD player, a DVD player and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The resort has family rooms and 407 non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment
While the adults swim a few laps in the outdoor pool, children can enjoy splashing about in their own swimming area. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. A sun terrace, sun loungers, and parasols are available. Active guests can enjoy tennis. The resort offers numerous indoor sports, including table tennis, billiards, yoga and aerobics or, for a fee, a gym. There is a wellness area with a spa, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon, anti-ageing treatments and a solarium and, for an additional fee, a sauna and massage treatments. Third-party operators offer Ayurveda treatments. Additional leisure activities include an entertainment programme, a kids' club and live music.

Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Diet meals, gluten-free meals, vegetarian dishes and children's meals can be prepared on request. In addition, special catering options and snacks are available. The show cooking is a particularly special attraction. The complex offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Payment
The resort accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.