| Hotel | District | Pool | Indicative price (to be checked) | Who for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rambuttri Village Inn & Plaza | Banglamphu | pool | from about 1,200 THB | tight budget, temples on foot |
| Pullman Bangkok Hotel G | Silom | rooftop pool | about $75 to $115 | couples, BTS Chong Nonsi |
| Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 | Sukhumvit (Asok) | 9th-floor pool | about $80 to $135 | first stay, nightlife |
| Amari Bangkok | Pratunam | outdoor pool | depends on dates | shopping |
| Centara Grand at CentralWorld | Siam | outdoor pool | depends on dates | families, malls |
| Hotel Indigo Bangkok Wireless Road | Ploen Chit | rooftop infinity pool | about $130 to $145 | couples, views |
| Riva Surya Bangkok | Phra Arthit (river) | two pools | about $140 | couples, Old Town |
| Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort | Thonburi (river) | large pool, kids' club | about $155 to $200 | families, a slow stay |
Tight budget: a pool for under 1,500 THB
In Banglamphu, the Rambuttri Village Inn & Plaza has a pool about 3 minutes' walk from Khao San Road, from about 1,200 THB. Limits: street noise, a high deposit on arrival according to reviews, and no BTS or MRT nearby (Phra Arthit pier is about 10 minutes on foot). For other budget addresses, see where to stay in Bangkok on a small budget.
Mid-range: rooftops and city centre
The Pullman Bangkok Hotel G, on Silom Road, has a rooftop pool, a sauna and a spa pool; it is close to Chong Nonsi BTS station. Several reviews find the pool small and the building ageing. The Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 has a 9th-floor pool and sits 10 minutes' walk from Asok and Phrom Phong BTS and Sukhumvit MRT; a few reviews mention rather tight rooms. In Siam, the Centara Grand at CentralWorld has an outdoor pool and rooftop bars, linked to the CentralWorld mall. In Pratunam, the Amari Bangkok (formerly Amari Watergate) has an outdoor pool and a spa, near the night market and the shopping arcades; reviews mention roadworks nearby.
For the view: rooftop pools
The Hotel Indigo Bangkok Wireless Road has a rooftop infinity pool with city views, about 400 metres from Ploen Chit BTS. Some find the pool small, and rooms facing the street can be noisy. Rooftop pools sometimes close for maintenance or because of weather: ask the hotel about pool status and hours before you book.
By the river and for families
The Riva Surya Bangkok, on Phra Arthit Road, 5 minutes' walk from Khao San Road, has two pools; reviews mention noise from night boats. The Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort, on the Thonburi bank, is a resort with a large pool, a kids' club, a spa and a shuttle boat to ICONSIAM and Sathorn pier; the area is quiet and taxis can be hard to find late at night. For more waterside addresses, read hotels by the river in Bangkok, and for children where to stay in Bangkok with family.
Choosing well: pool and heat
- Hours: many pools close in the evening (some early); check them.
- Shade: in the hot season a shadeless pool is hard to bear at midday; see Bangkok when it is too hot.
- "++" charges: 10% service and 7% VAT are often added to displayed prices.
- Other hotels: our selection of the best hotels in Bangkok by budget compares districts.
FAQ
Which district for a hotel with a pool in Bangkok? Silom or Sukhumvit for the Skytrain, Banglamphu for temples, the river for calm.
Are rooftop pools open all year? Normally yes, but they can close for maintenance or weather: ask before booking.
What does a hotel with a pool cost? From about 1,200 THB on a tight budget to over $150 by the river; see the table, to be checked for your dates.
Are there pool hotels for kids? Yes: the Anantara Riverside has a kids' club, and the Riva Surya a children's pool according to some listings (to be checked).
