The Royal City Hotel Bangkok, Bangkok ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

800 Borom Ratchonni Rd, Bangkok, Thailand, 10700

The Royal City Hotel is a 3.5-star hotel located along the picturesque Chao Phraya River in the Bangplad district of Bangkok. Its prime location allows easy access to popular attractions such as the Royal Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, and Wat Arun. The hotel features modern accommodations with stunning city views and a variety of dining options that reflect both international and local Thai culinary traditions. With convenient transportation options, it serves as an ideal base for exploring the rich culture and history of Bangkok.

Location

Ideally situated in the prime tourist area of Thonburi, The Royal City Hotel is only 2 miles from cultural highlights such as the National Museum and Khaosan Road. The hotel provides shuttle services to popular shopping areas and boasts free parking for those with personal vehicles. Additionally, it is approximately 6.5 miles from the BTS - Phloen Chit and 18.5 miles from Don Muang Airport, making travel to and from the hotel convenient.

Rooms

The Royal City Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase beautiful city views. Guests can choose from various room types, including spacious suites with separate living and dining areas. Each room comes with essential amenities, such as cable TV, a minibar, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Bathrooms are fitted with hot shower capabilities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's dining venues include the Fangnam Coffee House and Rim Nam Terrace, known for their outdoor dining experience along the river. Breakfast options feature a wide selection at the Krua Khun Chai restaurant, including an international buffet of sweet and savory dishes. For additional choices, the Chinese restaurant Cheiw Tien Lao and the lobby lounge are also available for guests. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service to accommodate guests at any time.

Leisure & Business

For leisure, guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, fitness center, and hot tub, alongside traditional Thai massage services. The hotel provides meeting rooms and business facilities to cater to corporate events and gatherings. Guests also have access to same-day laundry and dry cleaning services for added convenience. Safety features at the property include smoke detectors and a security system to ensure a secure environment.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Suite

Max:

2 persons

64 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

Shower

Fireplace

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Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

32 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

Shower

Fireplace

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Superior Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

32 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Shower

Fireplace

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Bangkok 2.9 mi

Airports

Don Muang (DMK) 16.1 mi

Suvarnabhumi (BKK) 24.9 mi

Train

Hualumphong Train Station 4.3 mi

Hua Lamphong Train Station 4.3 mi

Metro stations

Sanam Chai 3.2 mi

Sam Yot 3.2 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Immaculate Cleanliness

I was impressed by the room, which was meticulously cleaned every day, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere.view full review

Spacious Bathtub

The bathroom featured a roomy bathtub that was perfect for relaxing after a long day; it added an extra touch of comfort to my stay.view full review

Variety of Options

Having access to a range of dining options, from street food to restaurant chains nearby, made meal times enjoyable and convenient during my stay.view full review

Value for Money

The overall service standards were impressive for the price, providing excellent value when compared to more tourist-centric hotels.view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
Elevator

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool

Room features

In-room air conditioning
In-room safe
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

800 Borom Ratchonni Rd, Bangkok, Thailand, 10700

Map view

street view

800 Borom Ratchonni Rd, Bangkok, Thailand, 10700

City landmarks

Palace

The Grand Palace

2.7 mi

Pagoda

Temple of the Reclining Buddha

2.9 mi

Pagoda

Temple of Dawn

3.0 mi

Pagoda

Temple of the Emerald Buddha

2.6 mi

Bang Khun Non Road. Bang Khun Non

Wat Chao Am Temple

4100 ft

Shopping Area

Central Pinklao

1.7 mi

Parks

Sanam Luang

2.4 mi

460/8 Sirindhorn Road Bangplad

Chang Chui Creative Park

1.2 mi

Pin Ngan Plaza

2500 ft

Mall

Pin Ngeun Pin Tong Plaza

2500 ft

Pintong Plaza

2500 ft

major cineplexes

2600 ft

Pagoda

Wat Chao Am

1.3 mi

462 Sirindhorn Rd. Khwaeng Bang Phlat

Chang Chui Creative Park

1.2 mi

Major Cineplex Pinklao

2700 ft

Bridges

Bangkok Noi Canal Cross Bridge

2800 ft

Pagoda

Wat Sanam Nok

4600 ft

Museums

Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Anthropology Centre

5000 ft

27 หมู่ 4 Tambon Wat Chalo

Wat Sanam Nai

4900 ft

Tesco Lotus Pinklao

3400 ft

Museums

Siriraj Medical Museum

1.9 mi

Pagoda

Wat Nairong

3600 ft

Health Land Pinklao

1.3 mi

Zoo

Pata Zoo

1.3 mi

821 Soi Charansanitwong 46 Khwaeng Bang Yi Khan

Wat Thong

4600 ft

Royal Thai Monastery

1.8 mi

Museums

National Museum of Royal Barges

1.7 mi

Spa Center

Health Land

1.0 mi

Wat Mai Yai Paen

1.3 mi

Khlong Bangkok Noi

1.2 mi

Nearby

Bang Khun Non Road. Bang Khun Non

Wat Chao Am Temple

1700 ft

Pagoda

Wat Chao Am

1700 ft

Restaurants

Kyo Roll En

900 ft

7/222 Borommaratchachonnani Road CentralPlaza Pinklao

Hongmin

900 ft

7/1 Borommaratchachonnani Road Arun Amarin

Baan Jai Rak

1700 ft

37/18 Moo 18

Coca Suki

1.3 mi

Soi Phra Ratchathon Arun Amarin

Insects in the Backyard

3900 ft

460/8

Greyhound cafe

2700 ft

7/222

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

68%

liked the hotel and would stay again

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

7.9

Location

6.4

Service

7.6

Dining

5.8

Kenneth

United States of America, September 2024

6.0/10

I had a pretty mixed experience at this hotel. The location is not ideal as it requires taxis to get to the main attractions, but it is relatively close to the bus station. The rooms were spacious and clean, which I really appreciated, but the service left much to be desired with unfriendly receptionists. Overall, it’s decent for the price, but there are definitely areas that could use improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and clean, which was a huge plus for me.

Service

5.0

I found the service to be lacking as the receptionists were unfriendly and unhelpful.

Location

6.0

The location is a bit off from major tourist areas, needing taxis to get around, which was inconvenient.

Dining

5.0

I thought the breakfast was below average and not great for vegetarians.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were alright, but not particularly impressive.

James

United States of America, September 2024

6.8/10

I had a decent stay at this hotel. The room was quite nice and clean, which was a relief considering the affordable price of 1,200 THB per night that included breakfast. The service was friendly but had some miscommunication issues. The location was not ideal for getting around Bangkok, but convenient for some tourist spots. Overall, it felt like a good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean and comfortable with all the basic amenities needed for a good stay, especially for the price. I particularly enjoyed having a bathtub.

Service

7.0

The staff went out of their way to provide us an early breakfast and were generally friendly. However, there were some miscommunications among the staff that caused minor hiccups.

Location

6.0

The location served its purpose, but it wasn't very convenient for public transport or most touristy things. It was close to Konsan Road, which helped with transport options.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was good with plenty of options, but it wasn't anything exceptional.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were average. I didn’t have the chance to check out the pool or fitness center, but they seemed decent.

Frank

United States of America, July 2024

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was super friendly, going out of their way to help us. However, the location was a bit inconvenient for sightseeing, requiring taxis to get to the main attractions. The dining options were also disappointing, especially for vegetarians, as the selection was quite limited.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and had everything I needed to feel comfortable during my stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and courteous, really going above and beyond to assist us, especially with our early breakfast needs.

Location

6.0

Although the hotel is in a quiet part of Bangkok, I found it not that central and had to rely on taxis to get to most places.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was below average, particularly tough for vegetarians as there weren't many options.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had some nice facilities, but they didn't stand out as exceptional.

Ellen

United States of America, July 2024

7.0/10

I had a nice stay overall at this hotel. The rooms were clean and offered good basic amenities for the price, which included breakfast. The staff was friendly and helpful, making my experience pleasant. However, the location wasn't very central, and the dining options left something to be desired, especially for vegetarians.

Rooms

8.0

The room was quite nice, clean, and had all the basic amenities, especially considering the price we paid: 1,200 THB per night including breakfast.

Service

9.0

The service was very nice and polite. The staff were all helpful when I needed assistance, like when catching a cab to the Grand Palace.

Location

7.0

The hotel is not really central, but it was in a quiet part of Bangkok, close enough to the major tourist locations. It was fairly easy to get taxis to most places.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience wasn't great. The food was below average and not very appealing for vegetarians.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were basic, with nothing particularly standout, but they were adequate for my needs.

Harold

United States of America, July 2024

7.4/10

I had a decent stay at this hotel, with clean and spacious rooms, and the staff was really friendly. However, while the location isn't the most convenient for exploring Bangkok, the dining options could use some improvement. Overall, it offers good value for money, but it's a bit out of the way from major attractions.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and very clean, equipped with a fridge, safe, and minibar, which was nice.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond, offering early breakfast and helping with visas, which was greatly appreciated.

Location

6.0

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was okay, with a decent variety, but nothing really exceptional stood out.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, but I didn't find anything that really impressed me.

Frederick

United States of America, July 2024

6.4/10

The hotel is quite nice, although it’s a bit of a trek from the city center. The rooms are spacious and come with good air conditioning, which was great given the weather. The service could use a bit more friendliness, and while the dining options are decent, they could cater better to vegetarians. Overall, it offers good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious and clean, with effective air conditioning to keep cool during the hot days.

Service

6.0

The service was okay, but I think the staff could improve with a bit more friendliness, especially from the cleaners.

Location

6.0

The hotel is a bit out of the way from major tourist attractions, so you will need to rely on taxis, which can be inconvenient at times.

Dining

5.0

The dining options included both Western and Thai breakfast, but they were below average for vegetarians, and I had some issues finding something tasty.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel's facilities are decent; they offer laundry services and other amenities, but nothing stood out as exceptional.

Harry

United States of America, July 2024

7.4/10

The hotel provided a decent stay overall, especially considering the affordable rates. I found the rooms to be clean and comfortable, although they could use a little more attention to detail. The staff was friendly and helpful, particularly when it came to accommodating our early breakfast request. The location was fantastic, with easy access to many tourist spots. However, the dining options could be improved for a better experience.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were quite nice and clean, equipped with basic amenities, which was great for the price we paid.

Service

8.0

The staff was very friendly and went out of their way to help us, especially with our early morning breakfast.

Location

9.0

The location was great, providing easy access to various tourist places and just a short taxi ride to key areas.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was fine, but it could have been a bit better in terms of variety and flavor.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were adequate, although nothing really stood out as exceptional.

Ann

United States of America, June 2024

7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel which was quite nice overall. The rooms were spacious and clean with all the basic amenities, especially considering the affordable price of 1,200 THB per night that included breakfast. The staff were friendly and went the extra mile to cater to my needs, but the location was a bit remote, making it necessary to use taxis for most activities. The dining experience was decent, although there was room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were large and very clean, equipped with all the expected amenities like a fridge, safe, and minibar.

Service

9.0

The service was commendable; the staff were polite and very accommodating, even providing me with an early breakfast on my early departure.

Location

6.0

While the location wasn't ideal as it required taxis to get to most tourist spots, it was conveniently close to the bus station for heading north.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast had a good variety including both eastern and western options, although as a westerner, I would have appreciated a bit more variety in taste.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were quite satisfactory, with everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Jack

United States of America, May 2024

7.0/10

I had a decent stay at the hotel with clean rooms and friendly staff. The location was good, making it easy to get to major attractions. While the breakfast was decent, it could be a bit crowded at times. Overall, it was great value for money, but the service, particularly at reception, could use some improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were quite nice, clean, and had all the basic amenities, especially considering the price of 1,200 THB per night, which included breakfast.

Service

6.0

The staff was friendly and helpful, although the receptionists were a bit unfriendly and unhelpful at times.

Location

7.0

The location was convenient, just a 5-10 minute taxi ride to the river and tourist areas like Khaosarn Rd, but it felt a bit off from the main attractions.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was decent with a good selection, but it could get a bit crowded.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were adequate for my needs, providing everything basic but not luxurious.

Carlos

United States of America, April 2024

7.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel overall. The rooms were spacious and clean, and I appreciated the complimentary Wi-Fi. The staff was friendly and went out of their way to help, making the service quite good. However, the location is a bit isolated, requiring taxis to get anywhere, which isn't ideal. The dining options were decent, but I wish there were more vegetarian choices available.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and well maintained, and I really appreciated how clean they were.

Service

9.0

The staff was very helpful and courteous, going out of their way to assist when needed.

Location

5.0

The location is a bit far from the city center, and there's not much within walking distance, so I had to rely on taxis.

Dining

6.0

Dining was nice, with a good selection of Western and Thai breakfasts, but it was below average for vegetarians.