Chakrabongse Villas Reviews: Everything Guests Say

When driving up to the gates you have no idea what's behind them but that once you step into the grounds of Chakrabongse you can feel that your stay here is going to be special and unique experience.

Well managed and quietly buzzing with guests yet we had the swimming pool to ourselves most afternoons to cool down in and recieved a free room upgrade to the Garden room.

Next time we return to Bangkok we will definitely stay here again (if they have availability that is: there are only a handful of rooms and you have to book early).

A few rooms and villas were built on the riverside property of a minor Thai princess, who lives part of the year in a mansion on the property with her children.

Fantastic property - you feel like you have walked away from the hubbub of Bangkok and into a serene oasis the moment you ring the bell for the gates to open.

In our recent years of travel this is the first place I would 100% return to as I don’t believe I could find anything better in this city.

Very unique historic facility located along the Chao Praya river with easy access to Bangkoks major attractions along with great amenities and very helpful and friendly staff.

Chakrabongse Villas is a beautiful, calm oasis in the middle of the hubbub of Bangkok, but just a few steps to the main sights and ferries.

The owner's story is very interesting, and we even picked up a book she wrote about her family's past and connection to the royal family.

The AC wasn’t working very well and it didn’t keep up with appearances with the rest of the hotel.

It was the most expensive place we stayed in our 3 week trip - it was worth every penny!

Without a doubt, this is a place we will return to on our next visit to Bangkok.

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this beautiful place with some history that makes it interesting.

Having stayed in many riverside hotels in Bangkok over the years, this was really special.

This is the most amazing thai style exclusive gateway right on the Chao Prya.

Definitely a 5 star boutique hotel. Right on the river and very romantic.

We stayed at the Thai House and it was an unforgettable experience.

It felt like a hidden gem in the heart of Bangkok!

We loved it all and can’t wait to return one day.

The staff were really welcoming and helped us a lot.

Loved, loved! Better than a hotel. More than I expected.

We spent many lovely moments looking at the river

I can’t imagine finding fault with any of it.

Will look forward to our next visit x

The opposite of a busy hotel stay...

Beautiful, once in a life time stay.

Beautiful oasis in the heart of Bangkok

Good was very very good as well.

The property is gorgeous and tranquil.

Chakrabongse Villas is a special place.

Great location. Close to the Palace and several temples. Near the metro and the water tram station. Within walking distance to the flower market and essentially Chinatown. An excellent place for city outings. The place is a hidden green oasis in the middle of the city. Also interesting historically.

The location is unique, right on the river (with Wat Arun directly opposite and the boat traffic in view) as well as optimally situated between the Grand Palace and Wat Pho; the Sanam Chai metro station (Blue Line, 'Siam Museum' exit) is also very convenient!

It is a quiet and private oasis in a great location in the older part of the city within easy walking distance from some great sites including a canal tour in the next lane way.

It is absolutely amazing to stay at a hotel right in the middle of Bangkok, yet feel like you are living in the jungle with peace and the pool entirely to ourselves.

The location couldn’t be better being by the Royal palace and opposite Wat Arun, and eating on the terrace facing the river with all the boats and activities was wonderful.

The general feeling was one of a resort in the countryside rather than in the middle of Bangkok a short walk from the Grand Palace and a Metro station.

I watched a light show across the river at Wat Arum and another wat from my terrace last night and walked to the Royal Palace in the afternoon.

We chose this hotel for its boutique look, green surroundings, views over the river and the close proximity to the Grand Palace, and it certainly didn't disappoint.

Alternatively a walk of less than ten minutes can take you to where you can take a canoe to cross the river and visit Wat Arun.

It has a lovely view of Wat Arun with lots of private little spots to enjoy the view while sipping a cocktail or having a meal.

Secluded location with great view over river and temple Wat Arun, cordial staff, great location to explore the temples (walking distance depending on temperature;) ).

Right on the river with amazing views, just up the road from the Grand Palace and Green Buddha, perfect for sightseeing on foot (or tuktuk)!

This place is amazing - you feel the history, you can see from terrace the river, and life on the river and Wat Arun.

Stunning location overlooking the river and opposite Wat Arun, so couldnt be bettered for views or convenience to major attractions.

Perfect location just across the Museum of Siam, and a 5 minute tuk tuk ride to the Grand Palace.

An ideal option if you are looking for river bank view and stay in the heart of city.

It’s centrally located near some of Bangkok’s biggest sites, but it feels like a peaceful oasis.

Great location, next to the main touristic sites, and with a view of the river.

The noise from the long-tail boats given the proximity to the Chao Phraya River.

A gem of a property in heart of Bangkok and extra caring Manager Ohm.

Best location in Bangkok. All important sights, pier, and metro in close proximity.

An amazing secluded retreat in the middle of the temple district of Bangkok.

The hotel is situated in the historical center hidden in a beautiful garden

Location was convenient, especially for the metro and the ferry from Rajinee.

The location, the tranquility, the greenery and its garden, the decoration.

So many attractions and good eating spots within the walking distance.

Beautiful complex. An oasis in the middle of the center.

Easy to get taxi or tuk tuk to other places

Perfect location. A real oasis in the heart of Bangkok.

Beautiful hotel set on the river with great views.

The manager was especially helpful, as I had a problem with the rental car after my stay, I called him and he translated everything into Thai, so that my new hosts could send someone to install a new battery in notime.

There is almost no service ,impossible to get some food during the day only set menu or a sandwich who wants a sandwich when you are in Bangkok

Staff arranged a very early pickup from the hotel at 5am on our departure day but also made sure there were staff available to help with our bags.

Staff was competent and friendly, and went above and beyond to help organize a last-minute private trip to Ayutthaya (with dropoff directly at the airport).

Although this year we booked (again) through a third party, the hosts knew who we were and welcomed us back when we arrived.

The staff are so sweet and helpful; nothing is too much to ask; their style is part of the charm and ambience.

Be it the receptionist, the hotel manager or the chef (who worked for 15 years Lyon, the food capital of France).

The staff, the garden, the pool, the escape from the hustle and bustle outside is what makes Chakrabongse villas exceptional

They were very accommodating when there were any issues and Ohm gave us some good suggestions for the area.

The staff should have showed us what was public areas and what was "private" as there are no markings.

I had lost my wallet in the cab and without their help I would have never gotten it back.

There were two staff nearby but they were on their phone instead of trying to help hotel guests.

Ohm, who was the person who we met and who looked after us during our stay, was wonderful.

The staff is extremely professional and friendly, and it was our pleasure conversing with them on various topics.

The staff were so helpful and accommodating. Thank you Aaron and Ohm for making our stay memorable.

The lovely staff accommodated our late arrival and greeted us with a refreshing welcome drink.

All the staff were friendly, efficient and nothing was too much for them.

Staff was well informed regarding all sites and helpful booking taxis etc.

The staff were all so friendly and very very helpful.

The manager and staff were extremely kind and considerate.

Very friendly stuff a lovely garden escape conveniently located.

Staff were superb and extremely helpful and polite.

Great advice about local massages, meals and entertainment.

Wonderful people working there always ready to help

Thanks to the charming, ever helpful staff.

Staff were lovely, very friendly and helpful.

The hotel staff is really exceptional.

Staff were super helpful and friendly.

The best staff and manager.

Super friendly and professional staff.

The few buildings and rooms are situated in a garden by the river, which feels like an oasis in the bustling old town that is very close to the temples and the palace.

The room had a magical feel to it; from the moment you unlock the big wooden doors and you step into your room you feel like you're a world away.

I recommend the owner: 1) add Dinner room service 2) Improve this problem:The suite is soundproofed, so at night you can hear the noise of the boat engines.

The large apartment with a pool view where we stayed is generously designed in traditional Thai wooden construction and has its own terrace with very nice loungers.

Probably the only thing is that we were in one of the standard rooms, and the coffee and tea were out on the landing serving three rooms.

Having booked a smaller suite, we got upgraded to a Thai House suite which was a traditional Thai house, but with all the modern comforts.

Whilst the lamps and lighting fixtures were very attractive at times the lighting was too dim to read or to look for items etc.

There was a very large balcony with a daybed under roof, two sun loungers and a table with two chairs all under parasols.

The shower head was a little cumbersome for me to use - but I’m really grasping to think of anything I didn’t like!

We stayed in one of the Moroccan styled rooms and loved the decor.. really liked the Chinese door lock and lamps.

Spacious, huge terrace on the river, lovely to sit and watch the river at times vibrant and others dead silence.

The bathroom was in need of updating as the sink and bath were cracked which made it feel grubby.

I did not want to flood the whole bathroom so I didn't shower the way I would love to.

The room was not the one I thought I’d booked and the decor was not the classic style.

Took a while to figure out the room lock, but that was part of the whole experience :)

The room was small, but it was fine for a short stay, but not much storage space.

It is decorated with traditional Thai decor, and the floor is probably made of teak wood.

Our pool view room was so comfortable from the canopy bed to the living room sofas.

This is a unique historical property that was once built by a prince as a guesthouse.

Rooms were very clean; somewhat rustic rather than ultra modern utility that seemed in keeping.

The room was a tad small but it fit me and my two suitcases comfortably.

We were upgraded to a better room and it was very large and beautiful!

Rooms space is less and they are cramped with furniture and items.

The bed was comfortable and the room was cute and cozy.

A Chinese Villa of exquisite decor / comfort / privacy.

Even the smaller rooms are quite spacious and very confortable.

It was like having my own Jim Thompson home.

The room was rather small and not well lighted.

Our room had a terrace overlooking the river.

The room is very comfortable and beautiful.

I looked forward to breakfast each of the 3 mornings seated at my beautifully appointed private table for one facing Wat Arun each morning and dining on customized breakfast food options.

Breakfast is served to order on a purpose built covered restaurant pier over the river which has a stunning view of the fort and the temples across the river.

We paid for the breakfast on two of the three nights, which was in a lovely setting overlooking the river and Wat Arun.

On the final day, the chef cooked us a traditional Thai breakfast with fried rice and pork - it was immense.

The breakfast in a wonderful setting on the deck facing Wat Arun and the vibrant life of the river.

The breakfast sitting by the water looking at Wat Arun temple was an extraordinary way to start the day.

A delicious breakfast is served in the morning on the terrace overlooking the Chaopraya River and Wat Arun.

The breakfast so yummy: I don't think we've ever eaten better fresh croissants anywhere, not even in France.

Breakfast was delicious and you could order anything you wanted, but it was not a buffet.

Don’t skip the delicious breakfast overlooking the river, it’s a perfect way to start the day.

Breakfast was delicious and such a pleasant experience while watching the river and its morning activities.

The breakfast/restaurant area has direct river access and staggering view on the Wat Arun temple.

Breakfast is served on the riverside terrace with a view of the Temple of Dawn.

The servings are generous, choices plenty and all was presented well, fresh and very tasty.

Amazing breakfast, you can eat while enjoying the beautiful waves from Chao Praya river.

The breakfast area was amazing by the river and the food was excellent!

Breakfast was a perfect start for every day and our trip to Thailand.

The breakfast was terrific and set on a private table overlooking the river.

I had a breakfast this morning that was one of the best.

We loved our breakfasts and the dinner outside on the verandah.

Breakfast does not live up to the standards of the place.

What a inspiring way to start our days in Bangkok.

Breakfast on the terrace overlooking the river was spectacular.

And the breakfast on the terrace is rally royal:)

My breakfast was served right at the river.

The breakfast facing the river is exquisite.

Perfect fruit plate served like art.

Breakfast at the hotel was amazing.

Dinner and breakfast were picture perfect.

The breakfast options were great.

The pool is so relaxing to wade in at night; it is a picturesque place to unwind with the sound of crashing waves completing the experience.

The staff, the garden, the pool, the escape from the hustle and bustle outside is what makes Chakrabongse villas exceptional

It was heavily to come back to a dip in the pool after a busy and warm day.

The pool is a perfect slice of heaven in the afternoon when the temperatures soar.

Since the hotel is very small, you usually have the pool almost to yourself.

The pool was always empty, being a small hotel, it was all for ourselves!

A much appreciated pool to cool off after a hot day visiting the attractions

The pool was such a massive bonus at the end of a hot day!

Had the swimming pool to ourselves most of the time we used it.

The pool was very nice and the views across the river were great.

Pool area was also terrific and felt exotic set in all the greenery.

Perhaps put another set of steps at the shallow end of the pool!

The pool is lovely after a day in the chaos of Bangkok.

There is a decent size pool with facilities (bathroom/drinks by bell).

There was building work going on and the pool wasn’t cleaned.

Calm retreat around a secluded pool after walking in the heat.

It’s a beautiful place, lovely grounds and fantastic swimming pool.

We had to pool to ourselves most of the time

We didn't use the pool but it looked very tranquil.

The pool was a great escape from the warm weather.

Loved the pool, loved sitting watching the boats go by.

The pool was a joy to swim in.

The pool an opportunity to refresh each morning.

The pool all to ourselves in the afternoon,

I swam in the pool this morning.

And such a nice salt water pool.

The pool in the gardens was divine.

Great pool with lounges and shade.

The pool was so refreshing.

Pool was refreshing.

This is similar to a high quality meal in France and the products and the salaries cost significantly less in Thailand so the tourist tax is a bit too high on this one.

The food was adequate, but it was by no means unusual or special in anyway, and certainly not Michelin standards based on all my other Michelin experiences.

I will suggest arranging lunch as well. Even if it is on a fixed menu like for dinner, the villas deserve to be enjoyed all the time.

Be sure to try the dinner as it was the best food we've had in Thailand, and the view of the illuminated Wat Arun is spectacular.

The restaurant only offers a set menu in the evening - the food was very good but quite pricey for what it was.

We spent 2 nights having dinner there out of our 3 at Chakrabongse, and the food was simply amazing - as was breakfast.

I really expected and hoped it was going to be really special and fabulous and it lacked flavor and spice.

The food was delicious however the price was a bit too expensive in our opinion for what we got.

The dinner there, is a must, too, it was exceeding our expectations, with the night view of Wat Arun.

It was served lukewarm and seemed like it had been sitting and not cooked and served right away.

I understand it is a set menu, but it should at least be described prior to being served.

The restaurant is amazing, right at the river with splendid views of Wat Arun and incredible food.

I expected it to be exceptional, and it was not nearly what it should be.

I did tell the manager about it because if they don’t know they cannot improve.

The dinner which was supposed to be Michelin recommended was not up to par.

Dinner there was also incredible with a top notch chef and an unbeatable view.

Dining on the terrace by the river was one of the many highlights.

In the evening the pier houses a restaurant that serves a fixed menu.

Breakfasts were also served there and that view just doesn’t get old.

The fruit I was served in the morning was not ripe.

A three course meal at the Four Seasons cost us less.

It was 2500 baht per person which converts to 70€.

Has a good restaurant with a view on the river

Restaurang located directly on a veranda on the riverside.

The dinner! Omg, yuuuum! Have the vodka cucumber cocktail!

It is not cheap - but it is amazing.

I was a little disappointed in the food.

Our dinner and stay exceeded our expectations

And the restaurant was superb.

Fabulous Thai set menu.

It felt like the hotel is trying to save on the basics such as bathroom sanitary supplies (nothing was there except basic soap, hair conditioner and shampoo in big bottles)

The breakfast is very delicious. There is also an excellent dinner menu available upon request.

The grounds were absolutely beautifully landscaped with a view of the river and Wat Arun.

The facilities themselves are very charming and well-kept, considering how old the building is.

Small size palace with great amenities and incredible views of the river and temples.

The garden is beautiful and the facilities have been carefully chosen and maintained.

The boutique property features riverside dining and beautifully maintained pool area and garden.

Allowed us to use the pool after checkout which was much appreciated.

If you want to eat you have to order the day before.

The property itself was very nicely laid out and secluded.

The gardens and pool area are beautiful and well kept.

Wonderful structure in an ideal location to visit Bangkok

The tiles around the pool need a good scrub

Small boutique hotel with a view on the river

All of this in a beautifully green garden.

The grounds are full of lush tropical plants.

Hotel facilities not at the level described

No 24 hours reception or service.

Private jetty for boat trips.

The grounds were exceptional.

Everything a little outdated.

Typical Thai structure

Beautiful Pool Area.

Facilities, private dining

Just 7 rooms.

Beautiful Grounds.

No Hotel.