Sala Arun, a delightful riverside boutique property, is housed in an 80-year-old Chinese shophouse opposite the iconic Wat Arun. This intimate hotel, with just nine smart rooms, is a perfect fit for visitors interested in Bangkok's historic heritage. Combining classic Thai furnishings, Turkish design elements, Vietnamese art, and modern amenities, Sala Arun Aparthotel Bangkok creates a quite unique and tasteful ambience, a far cry from the bombast of the large luxury chain hotels along the river.
Ideally placed for visitors who want to explore the Thai capital's historic sites on foot, Sala Arun is just a 5-minute walk from Wat Po and a 10-minute drive from the famous Khaosan Road. The Flower Market, Rajprarop Airport Rail Link, and Sanam Chai are within a 10-minute drive, while Don Muang Airport is 30 km away. A taxi to either airport takes around an hour.
The stylish air-conditioned rooms at Sala Arun Aparthotel offer direct views of the Temple of Dawn or Wat Po from a private balcony. Parquet floors, dark-wood furnishings, interesting pieces of art, television, DVD player, a safe, and tea and coffee-making facilities provide plenty of comfort. The neat and clean bathrooms are constructed with beautiful Sino-Portuguese tiles.
The Bitter Deck offers an a la carte menu with a great selection of Italian, French, and Thai cuisines. Breakfast is a rather modest affair, featuring the usual egg choices and a limited selection of juices, breads, and yoghurts. The Eagle Nest rooftop bar on the fifth floor offers fantastic views across the river and Ratanakosin Island, as well as a good selection of cocktails. It's often packed around sunset.
Sala Arun Aparthotel features free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas, room service, airport transfer, and a restaurant for guests to enjoy. Sala Arun also arranges dinner cruises on the Chao Phraya River and guided walking tours around Ratanakosin Island to take in all the main historic sites.