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COVER STORY: When One Night Isn't Enough - Dusit Than Bangkok
By Vince Bodiford
Bangkok, Thailand -
"One Night In Bangkok" may be catchy music lyrics - but in practice one night in Bangkok simply isn't enough to absorb the splendors of one of the world's greatest cities. I recommend at least five nights - and those should be spent at the city's center in the legendary Hotel Dusit Thani - the finest hotel in central Bangkok. It is traditional Thai excellence and it delivers Thai hospitality and friendliness like no other.
For 40 years, the famed Dusit Thani Bangkok Hotel has been a 'social and business' landmark in Bangkok. Its international luxury hotel standards delivered with distinctive Thai artistry and graciousness personify the earthly manifestation of its name which means in Thai, a town in heaven.
Ideally located in the heart of Bangkok, known as the 'City of Angels', it sits opposite Lumpini Park with its broad boulevards and expanse of lakes. The luxury hotel is adjacent to both the sky train and subway systems within easy proximity to major business, shopping and entertainment centers.
Complementing the excellent accommodation of the hotel is an unrivalled choice of eight signature dining experiences, whilst the Devarana Spa, and DFiT offer state-of-perfection facilities ready to help you wind down or wind up. As you would expect – the Spa is absolutely magnificent with the best world-class services, among the very best in Bangkok and likely all of Thailand.
Dusit Thani Bangkok 517 rooms and executive suites are sumptuously appointed with distinctive Thai inspirations and well-designed facilities. The Dusit Grand Rooms offer huge space with a separate bedroom, living area and larger bathroom, the 'Thai Heritage Suites' are each inspired by the characters and touches of ancient Thai cities.
We opted for the Dusit Grand Queen Room – which by American standards is much more like a luxurious suite. It features a formal entry, living room, private bedroom, private bath, private wardrobe/dressing room, and private balcony. This room category by far is the best value.
Our room was spacious, comfortable, and most importantly it was clean to nearly hospital standards. The staff was gracious, kind and very helpful.
We dined at each of the several restaurants in the hotel – as well as other famous spots in town, like Jim Thompson Res...
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