The hype
Guests are obsessed with the Lumpini Park views and the rooftop bar vibe, but many note the rooms are starting to look a bit tired and scuffed.
SO/ Bangkok
$130-250/ noapte
Rezervă dacă You want a sexier, younger alternative to the stuffy luxury hotels, with the best park views in Bangkok and a pool scene that actually has a pulse.
De ce o iubesc oamenii
- The infinity pool overlooking Lumpini Park is arguably the most photographed spot in the city
- Four distinct room themes (Water, Earth, Wood, Metal) let you pick your own vibe
- Red Oven's breakfast buffet is a sprawling market-style feast that ruins you for other hotels
Privire rapidă: It’s a Christian Lacroix-designed fashion hotel that prioritizes aesthetics over ergonomics, so expect dark corridors, confusing light switches, and a crowd that's there to be seen.
Evaluat de @venus.ngo.23: I stayed in the Water Element room and was blown away by the design. The way the curved walls hide the minibar is genius, and the view from the tub at night is just magic. It feels less like a hotel and more like a private luxury gallery.
Oaspeții care au stat aici au spus
Reality check
The 'high-tech' room controls and mood lighting are often described as frustratingly complex to operate.
- You care more about a killer Instagram backdrop than a practical desk
- You enjoy a clubby, social atmosphere with DJs in the lobby and pool area
- You want to be near the Silom/Sathorn business district but right on the park
Curățenie și Întreținere
8.5
- Housekeeping: Generally reliable daily service, though turndown can sometimes be missed.
- Bathroom hygiene: Clean, but the open-concept design means water can splash out easily.
- Maintenance: Showing signs of age. Expect some scuff marks on walls, worn carpets in corridors, and occasionally loose fixtures.
- Linens & towels: High quality, thick, and fluffy — typical Sofitel standard.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells of a signature lemongrass/herbal scent; 'Water' rooms can sometimes smell slightly musty due to the dark, damp theme.
Sleepability™
7.5LINIȘTIT
0-4ZGOMOTOS
4-7.5MODERAT
7.5-10LINIȘTIT
- Motorcycle traffic from North Sathorn Road
- Bass thumping from Hi-So rooftop bar and pool parties
Înainte să rezervi
Bine de știut
- Check-in is on the 9th floor, not the ground floor — don't get confused when you arrive.
- A deposit of 3,000 THB per night is required upon check-in.
- The hotel is not pet-friendly, despite the park location.
Ce să împachezi
- Swimwear that looks good dry (for the pool parties)
- A portable nightlight (the rooms can be pitch black or have confusing master switches)
Geniu pentru Cameră
Selecții de top
- Metal Element rooms (white, bright, sleek) if you need light and a modern feel
- So Comfy Park View rooms (worth the upgrade for the floor-to-ceiling green views)
Camere de evitat
- Water Element rooms if you suffer from claustrophobia or need to work (very dark)
- Rooms directly below the 29th-floor rooftop bar if you are a light sleeper
Geniu pentru Cereri de Cameră – copiază și lipește
“I would love to request a 'Metal' element room for the brightness, ideally on a high floor but away from the rooftop bar noise. A view of Lumpini Park would be fantastic.”
Întrebări frecvente și sfaturi ascunse
Tot ceea ce vrei de fapt să știi înainte de a rezerva.
Which room element should I choose?
Choose 'Metal' for bright white minimalism, 'Wood' for warm calmness, 'Earth' for a cobalt blue cave vibe, or 'Water' for a dark, moody onyx look.
Is the pool heated?
No, and it's a common complaint. The pool is often shaded and windy, making the water feel freezing even in Bangkok's heat.
Is there a dress code for the rooftop bar?
Yes, Hi-So has a smart casual dress code. No flip-flops or singlets for men, especially in the evening.
How close is the public transport?
Lumpini MRT station is a 3-minute walk away, making it very easy to get around the city.
Does the hotel have a club lounge?
Yes, 'Club Signature' on the 25th floor offers breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails for Club room guests.
Is it good for families?
It's doable, but the vibe is definitely more adult/party, and the open bathrooms can be awkward for families.
Sfaturi de Insider
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The 'Water Club' pool bar hosts parties that are open to non-guests — great for socializing, bad for a quiet nap.
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There is a hidden entrance to the park via the pedestrian bridge nearby, perfect for a morning run.
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Ask for a 'Magic Drink' at the lobby bar — a color-changing butterfly pea and lemongrass mocktail.
5 lucruri pe care trebuie să le știi înainte să pleci
💡The corridors are intentionally kept very dark to create 'mood,' which can be disorienting.
💡The 'Fire' element is technically only in the restaurant (Red Oven), so you can't book a Fire room.
💡Some 'City View' rooms actually face a wall of the neighboring building if you are on a lower floor.
💡The in-room technology (Apple Mac Minis in some suites) is often outdated or glitchy.
💡You might spot monitor lizards in Lumpini Park from your window if you have a park view.
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