The Montien Hotel…Old World Charm

From the moment you walk into the elegant, expansive lobby of The Montien Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand you know that you are in for a real treat.  The friendly, multilingual staff welcomes you as if you were an old friend while they efficiently check you into your room.  The hotel was opened in 1967 by none other than Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and the name, Montien, appropriately means royal residence in the Thai language.  From the wood paneled hallways to the tinkling piano playing in the cocktail lounge in the evening, the hotel exudes old world charm, while at the same time offering some new world features like a spa, sauna, fitness center and conference rooms.

Amenities Galore

The Montien Hotel boasts 475 modern, well-appointed rooms which include high-speed internet access, cable television, complimentary coffee/tea tray, ensuite bathroom and refrigerator.  A sparkling pool with poolside bar invites guests to cool off and freshen up after a day of sightseeing before dining in one of the three restaurants located within the facility.  The buffet breakfast in the elegant dining room was one of the nicest I have experienced in my travels!  Located in the center of Bangkok, the hotel is only a 30 minute walk from the main Hua Lamphong Railway Station and just a short walk to the MRT with connections to the airport and throughout Bangkok….and it’s also right next to some of the major shopping centers!  Whether you arrive by bus, rail or plane, the location simply couldn’t be more convenient.  An airport shuttle (surcharge) and free parking on site are also available.

An Excellent Value

I was able to walk in to the hotel without a reservation and book a room for $80 including breakfast for an additional $9.50.  Whether you are a frugal backpacker, a savvy business traveler or a fussy tourist, you will love The Montien Hotel in Bangkok.  It has everything that I look for when booking a room including great location, friendly, helpful staff and excellent value, in addition to being safe, clean and comfortable.  All these taken together have earned it the designation as an Awesome Accommodation on Blue Orb Travel.  As a gateway city to Southeast Asia and a beautiful city in itself, Bangkok, Thailand should be on the itinerary for any trip to this region.  I can highly recommend making The Montien Hotel your home base while you are there.