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Novotel Living Bangkok Sukhumvit Legacy

Bangkok, Thailand
$110-180/ night

Book this if You're a family or long-stay traveler who wants a resort-style pool and kitchenette without the chaos of the main Sukhumvit drag.

Why People Love It

  • Rare city resort vibe with a waterfall pool and waterslide
  • Spacious studios and suites with kitchenettes and laundry machines
  • Tucked away on quiet Soi 29 but walkable to Asok and Phrom Phong BTS

Quick Take: It's a rebranded serviced apartment that feels like a family oasis, provided you don't mind the Mexican-themed breakfast soundtrack.

Reviewed by @SugaHorsfall2318127: I stayed here and honestly, the vibe is just so fun. The Mucha Lucha decor is everywhere! I spent ages at the breakfast buffet (it's huge) before hitting the pool. If you love quirky spots that don't take themselves too seriously, you'll love this.

Guest Who Stayed Here Said

The hype

Families adore the 'Playtopia' kids club and pool slide, while digital nomads appreciate the apartment-style layouts.

Reality check

The air conditioning units in some rooms are old and rattle loudly enough to disturb light sleepers.

  • You are traveling with kids (the slide and kids club are hits)
  • You need a washer/dryer and kitchenette for a multi-day stay
  • You want to be near the action (Asok) but sleep in silence

Cleanliness & Maintenance

8.5
  • Housekeeping: Daily and thorough. Staff are praised for being attentive to long-stay needs.
  • Bathroom hygiene: Generally sparkling, though some older grout in Building 2 shows age.
  • Maintenance: Renovated rooms are pristine. Older rooms may have scuffed furniture or rattling AC vents.
  • Linens & towels: Standard Novotel quality—crisp white, decent thread count, replaced promptly.
  • Odors & scents: Lobby smells fresh; older hallways can have a faint vintage carpet scent.

Sleepability™

7.5SILENT
SILENT
0-4LOUD
4-7.5MODERATE
7.5-10SILENT
  • Rattling air conditioning units
  • Voices through connecting doors
  • Music from the ground-floor restaurant (lower floors only)

Before you book

Good to know

  • Building 1 houses the reception and was renovated in 2023; Building 2 is older.
  • The hotel is pet-friendly (up to 18kg) for a fee of ~500 THB/night.
  • There is a free tuk-tuk shuttle to the main road, but it's an easy 10-minute walk.

What to pack

  • Earplugs (for the AC hum)
  • Laundry detergent pods (to use the in-room washer)
  • Swim shirt (the pool water is genuinely cold)

Room Genie

Best picks

  • Renovated Deluxe Studios in Building 1 (freshly updated in 2023)
  • Corner Suites for extra windows and distance from neighbors
  • High-floor rooms facing away from the pool for maximum quiet

Rooms to avoid

  • Rooms with connecting doors (unless you book both)
  • Low-floor rooms near the El Santo restaurant (noise bleed)
  • Standard rooms (no kitchenette/laundry, much smaller)

Room Request Genie – copy & paste

“I am requesting a quiet room on a high floor in Building 1 (renovated wing). Please ensure it is NOT a connecting room and is away from the elevator. If available, a room facing away from the pool would be preferred.”

FAQ & Hidden tips

Everything you actually want to know before you book.

Is it close to the BTS?

Yes, it's about a 10-minute walk to either Asok (BTS/MRT) or Phrom Phong (BTS). The hotel offers a free tuk-tuk to the main road.

Is breakfast worth it?

It's unique. Served at El Santo, it features Mexican stations alongside standard egg/Asian options. Fun for a few days, maybe repetitive for a week.

Is there a deposit?

Yes, expect to pay a refundable deposit of around 3,000 THB upon check-in.

Are the rooms renovated?

Building 1 (Reception building) was renovated in 2023. Building 2 is older but generally well-maintained.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes! They allow up to 2 pets (max 18kg) for 500 THB/night plus a deposit.

Does it have a washing machine?

Yes, Deluxe Studios and Suites typically include a washer/dryer combo. Standard rooms do not.

Insider Tips

  • ✨

    The 'Playtopia' kids club has a ball pit and gaming zone that can save your sanity on a rainy afternoon.

  • ✨

    Walk out the back of the soi to find a secret shortcut to the darker, quieter side of Asok.

  • ✨

    The rooftop tennis court is a hidden gem—rare for a hotel in this price range in Sukhumvit.

5 things to know before you go

  • 💡The pool water is surprisingly cold because the high-rise buildings block the sun for most of the day.

  • 💡The 'Mexican' breakfast includes tacos and churros at 8 AM.

  • 💡You can hear the BTS rumble faintly from the very top floors, but it's rhythmic.

  • 💡The 'Legacy' in the name is real—some hallways still have that older, heavy carpet smell.

  • 💡There is a 7-Eleven just a 2-minute walk away, essential for stocking your kitchenette.

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