Top 10 kid-friendly hotels in Bangkok

Travellers from the world over are drawn to Bangkok for its mouth-watering Thai cuisine, colourful and bustling markets, rich culture, and of course, its vibrant nightlife.

But all these do not necessarily mean that Thailand's capital isn’t a destination suited for young travellers as well. The city offers young visitors much to explore – exciting tuk tuk rides around the city, boat rides along the river, wildlife attractions, and many playgrounds.

If you're planning your next family holiday in Bangkok, you will appreciate this list of kid friendly hotels picked by our friends from Hotels.com.

We’re sure you want to find out what these are… keep clicking ‘next’ for the list.

Centre Point Pratunam Hotel

This hotel's Children’s Club features an entertainment room and an indoor kids’ play area stocked with plenty of toys.

The rooms are spacious, and we all know how useful this is when you have a couple of kids with you. Also, some of the the rooms have a microwave, hotplate, fridge and sink – very handy amenities to have when you are with kids and need to whip up a meal in a flash.

Cots or foldaway beds can be requested if needed.

This hotel has fantastic levels of safety, with reception manned 24-hours a day, well-trained doormen and lift key cards. There’s hardly a chance of your little ones wandering out by themselves here!

The hotel is also conveniently situated just a short walk away from the Phaya Thai sky train station.

Nearby attractions for the family:

- MBK Centre: From toys, electronics, fashion and souvenirs… there’s bound to be something for everyone in the family. Only a 15-minute drive away from Centre Point Hotel.

- Pratunam Wholesale Market: Take the kids on an adventure as you wander down the narrow roads that make up this vibrant market. Just a short, 5-minute walk from the hotel!

Price range: From S$76 upwards (discounts available – see website below).

District: Rajtaewee

Address: No.6, Soi Petchburi 15, Petchburi Rd., Rajtaewee, Bangkok 10400 Thailand.

Contact number: + 66 2 653-6690

Website and online booking.

Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn

The 4.5 star Eastin Grand Hotel has a whole floor dedicated especially to families.

On this very special floor you will find Superior and Executive Deluxe rooms with connecting rooms and a Kids Club stuffed with toys, games and activities for the little ones!

Other child-friendly amenities and services include special TV/DVD entertainment, little bathrobes, slippers, mini-bar selection, baby changing mats, bottle warmers, and special shampoos and soaps especially for kids.

There is also a reliable 24-hour baby-sitting service for children aged one year and older.

Grown ups will enjoy amenities such as a complimentary wireless connection, 42-inch LCD TVs, well-stocked minibars, and rainfall shower heads.

If you want to dine in, the hotel has 3 fabulous restaurants with plenty on their menus to suit tiny tummies too.

But if you’d like to head out for your meals, the Eastin Grand Hotel is connected to Surasak Sky train Station through the hotel's Sky Bridge.

Nearby attraction:

- Chao Phraya River: Hop on a river boat or ferry and enjoy the sights of Bangkok with your family, such as the Pak Khlong Flower Market.

District: Sathorn

Price range: From S$373 upwards.

Address: 33/1 South Sathorn Road Yannawa, Sathorn, Bangkok, Bangkok, 10120, Thailand.

Contact number: ‎800 1205131 (Singapore Toll Free)

Website and online booking.

Holiday Inn Bangkok

Holiday Inn Bangkok offers families kids’ suites with adjoining rooms for parents and kids. Kids will have a ball in their rooms which are filled with toys, decorated in bright colours and also have cool bunk beds.

There’s also a playground and a lovely outdoor pool to keep the little ones busy, and most importantly, happy. What’s more, there are regular organised activities for kids to add to the list of kid-friendly activities at this hotel.

Just 10 minutes away from this hotel are several world-class hospital, so mums and dads who have accident-prone little ones can breathe a bit easier with this knowledge.

Airport Rail Link connection also means getting to and from Suvarnabhumi International Airport remains hassle-free, which again is another bonus for parents with little ones.

Directly adjacent public transport such as the Chit Lom sky train station (a 5-minute walk away) ensures convenient travel to the many cultural attractions of Bangkok.

Ibis Bangkok Riverside Hotel

Families staying at Ibis Bangkok can select a Family Room with 1 double and 1 bunk bed which comes with a game console, kids’ toys, great river views, WiFi access and all the amenities of the Standard Room.

Kids will also enjoy playing in a colourful outdoor play area within the hotel premises.

Ibis Bangkok is located on the Chao Phraya River and provides guests with a free shuttle to Krungthonburi Sky train Station from where guests have easy access to the rest of the city.

Nearby attractions:

- Charoen Krung Road: Take the kids on an adventure down this road that is full of stalls selling delicious Thai food, bustling markets and a diverse mix of attractions. Just a 10-minute taxi ride away from Ibis Bangkok.

- Chao Phraya Cruise: Float down the spectacular Chao Phraya river with your family while tucking into a delicious buffet dinner.

Price range: From S$71 upwards

District: Klongsarn

Address: 27 Soi Charoe Nakhon, 17 Charoen Nakhon Rd, Banglamphulang, Klongsarn, 10600 – Bangkok.

Contact number: +66 2659-2888

Website and online booking.

Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok

The Kids Club (conveniently located on the first floor) at this hotel welcomes children aged 3 to 12.

The Kids Club (open from 9am - 6pm) offers a safe environment for your kids under the supervision of professional childcare specialists. What’s more, this service is free for hotel guests too.

Grown-ups will enjoy the stylish, spacious rooms with amenities such as complimentary Internet access, a laptop-size safe and a work desk.

Located right in the middle of the downtown shopping area and just a 3-minute walk from Siam Paragon Shopping Centre (where Ocean World is located), Siam Kempinski offers easy access to the Siam sky train system.

Nearby attraction:

- Chatuchak Market: Explore the world’s biggest weekend market that sells practically everything under the sun!

Price range: From S$332 upwards.

Address: Rama 1 Road 991/9, 10330 Bangkok

Contact number: +66 2 162 9000

Website and online booking.

Photo source: www.kempinski.com

Novotel Bangkok Platinum Pratunam

Hotel Novotel Bangkok Platinum Pratunam is an excellent choice for families with young kids.

Family rooms, safe play areas, kids’ menus and a Kids Club (for kids aged 3-6 years old) are just some of the amazing kid-friendly features of this hotel.

Parents will appreciate the hotel’s late check-out time too, especially when trying to get their kids rounded up and ready to leave on time!

The hotel also has a special offer of free accommodation for up to two kids below 16 years of age, with buffet breakfast included.

You can also make use of the hotel’s babysitting service if required.

Located in Bangkok's fashion district, Novotel Bangkok Platinum Pratunam is situated above Platinum Mall, where you can shop till you drop!

Nearby attraction:

- Siam Ocean World: Located inside Siam Paragon, Ocean World is just a 5 minute taxi-ride from the hotel.

Price range: From S$104 upwards.

District: Ratchatevee

Address: 220 Petchaburi Road, Ratchatevee, 10400 Bangkok Thailand.

Contact number: +66 2/1607100

Website and online booking.

Bangkok Marriot Hotel

Stylish and contemporary, families staying here can lounge by the stunning infinity edge swimming pool while the little ones splash around in the kids pool.

This 5-star hotel has lavishly furnished rooms complete with a flat-screen cable TV, as well as baby-sitting service on request.

The hotel is situated in Sukhumvit, just a 2-minute walk to the Thonglor Sky train station.

Nearby attractions:

- Science Museum and Planetarium: Take the kids star-gazing at the planetarium and teach them some science while you’re at it!

- Bangkok National Museum: If you and the kids like learning about culture and history, then the Bangkok National Museum is the place to go.

Price range: From S$232 upwards.

District: Wattana

Address: 2 Sukhumvit Soi 57, Klongtan Nua, Wattana Bangkok 10110 Thailand

Contact number: +66 2 797 0000

Website and online booking.

Photo source: www.marriott.com

The Peninsula Bangkok Hotel

This 5-star sophisticated hotel, which has magnificent views of the Chao Phraya River, is a favourite amongst travellers with families.

Why? Because The Peninsula offers the following activities for kids: cookie baking and decorating, treasure hunt, animal towel folding, accessories making, lotus flower folding, children's movie night at the pool, balloon making, magic show, storytelling, and garland making!

The rooms are luxurious with electronic curtain control, mood lighting, a walk-in closet, and a sitting area with cable or satellite flat-screen TV.

Saphan Taksin Sky Train station is just 5 minutes away from the hotel by free ferry.

Nearby attraction:

- Wat Arun Temple:Also known as the Temple of the Dawn, the best time to visit this stunning temple is early in the morning.

Price Range: From S$595 upwards.

District: Klongsan.

Address: 333 Charoennakorn Road, Klong-Tonsai, Klongsan, 10600 Bangkok, Thailand.

Contact number: +66 2 861 2888

Website and online booking.

Photo source: www.bangkok.peninsula.com

The Sukosol Bangkok

At The Sukosal, families will love staying in the Premier Family Room. This room comes with child-sized slippers and bathrobes.

Other family-friendly features include a professional babysitting service, special kids menu, tailored room service menu, free use of a DVD player, access to the hotel’s collection of family-friendly DVDs, and free swimming lessons for kids every Saturday.

The hotel’s kid-friendly features continue with the Sukosol Kids programme, that offers little guests a welcome gift that includes a Sukee elephant, an activity book, crayons, fun stickers, and a special ID card they can collect stamps on.

The Sukosol is located in the heart of Bangkok beside the Phaya Thai Sky Train station. It’s also just 2 train stops away from Siam Square where the popular shopping malls such as MBK, Siam Paragon, Central Worlds, Siam Discovery and Pratunam are.

Nearby attractions:

- Dusit Zoo: See over 1,600 animals, including albino barking deer and white Bengal tigers.

- Vimanmek Mansion: This is the world's largest building made entirely of golden teak and is a must-see attraction.

Price range: From S$134 upwards

District: Pathumwan

Address: 477 Si Ayuthaya Road, Phayathai, Pathumwan, 10400 Bangkok, Thailand.

Contact number: +66 (0) 2247–0123

Website & online booking.

Fraser Suites Sukhumvit

If you prefer staying in a serviced apartment when travelling with the little ones, then you may want to consider Fraser Suites.

You can choose from studio apartments to one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and penthouse suites.

Each comes with a modern living room, a fully-equipped kitchen, a laundry area, and spacious bedrooms with an entertainment system. This makes it super-convenient for you to whip up a meal for hungry little tummies at any time, store baby food or milk easily, or get the laundry done so you don’t have to carry a heap of dirty clothes back home!

There is also a children’s play area on the 6th floor complete with PlayStation consoles. Parents can also request for babysitting services if required.

Situated on the vibrant Sukhumvit 11 Street, with the Nana Sky train station and Sukhumvit subway station just steps away, there are plenty of shopping and dining locations around Fraser Suites.

Nearby attractions:

- Madame Tussauds Wax Museum: The whole family will enjoy seeing life-like wax figures of their favourite celebrities! Just 10 minutes away from Fraser Suites.

- Dream World: This amusement park that is sure to keep the kids and adults entertained is a 45-minute taxi ride away from Fraser Suites.

Price range: From S$136 upwards

District: Wattana

Address: Sukhumvit Soi 11, Klongtoey Nua, Wattana, 10110 Bangkok, Thailand

Contact number: + 66 2 207 9300

Website and online booking.

Written by

Minoli Almeida

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