Hotel Review: Park Hyatt Bangkok (King Corner Room) - Luxury Hotel Connected to Central Embassy
The Park Hyatt Bangkok has long been on my list of places to stay in the City of Angels so when the international borders reopened earlier this year (with no more requirement for on-arrival PCR tests), I jumped on the opportunity to check it out immediately. The Park Hyatt Bangkok is connected to Chit Lom BTS. via Central Embassy which is a really nice mall for food and some light shopping. To be honest, the mall isn’t particularly exciting but there are some great restaurants there if you are looking for options that extend beyond the hotel.
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Bedroom
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
Guests will have to proceed to Level 10 of the property for check-in and they will always have to pass through this floor to exit the hotel - there is no direct lift access from the ground level up to the guest-room floors so you might see this as a pro or a con. I booked the Hyatt Privé rate at the Park Hyatt Bangkok through HoteLux for this one-night stay and as such, I was given exclusive benefits like USD 100 worth of F&B credits (including in-room dining) to spend, as well as complimentary breakfast and space-available upgrades on arrival. While I am already a Globalist member (who will receive complimentary breakfast and room upgrades), the USD 100 F&B credit is a nice benefit to have (especially since it is accorded even on single-night stays) as it allows me to check out some of the F&B ‘for free’ during my stay.
Room with a View
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
It is definitely worth noting that Hyatt Privé rates which you can only access through luxury travel advisors like HoteLux are elite-qualifying and they will earn you points and nights in the World of Hyatt program. During my check-in to the property, I was informed that a late check-out of 4:00 PM cannot be guaranteed since I have booked a Hyatt Privé rate which is non-qualifying - this is completely inaccurate and I have raised this issue with a front office supervisor to get it rectified. All of your Globalist benefits should be honored when you book a Hyatt Privé rate.
While a standard suite was not available during my stay at the Park Hyatt Bangkok, I was accorded an upgrade to the highest room category during check-in- a King Corner Room which measures approximately 68-85 sqm in size. They come with a spacious living area, a king-size bed, as well as 180-degree views of the city. My room was located on a pretty high floor so I did manage to have a nice view of the surrounding area which is quite pleasant.
I really like the spacious living area of the King Corner Room over here at the Park Hyatt Bangkok and this is probably the space that I have utilised the most during my stay. The floor-to-ceiling window allows plenty of natural daylight to enter the room during the day which makes it a great spot to get some work done without having to head out. There is also a Nespresso machine in the room so I am pretty much sorted as far as coffee goes.
King-size Bed
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
After staying at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok for close to a week, I thought that the move to the Park Hyatt Bangkok would come with significant changes. Now bear with me a little - the design philosophy of the Park Hyatt is great and the rooms are definitely a whole lot nicer (and brighter!) than the Grand Hyatt but there were just too many similarities amongst the two properties. I am not saying it is a bad thing, but room rates were almost three times more at the Park Hyatt when I stayed so I was expecting a little more. Now if I am not mistaken, the beds over at the Park Hyatt Bangkok felt similar to the ones offered at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok. As I have also stayed at the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok (which has a similar room rate per night compared to the Park Hyatt on average) on the same trip, the bedding quality of the Park Hyatt Bangkok certainly pales in comparison to the Waldorf Astoria.
SoundLink Mini II from Bose
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
For those of you who enjoy listening to your own music, there is a Bose SoundLink Mini II speaker by the bed - you can easily connect your mobile devices to this bluetooth-enabled speaker and you can even bring it to the bathroom to use it while you are enjoying a nice soak in the tub. All of the lights can be switched off via the panel by the bed so you can easily drift off to sleep should you decide to wind down in bed.
Work Desk
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
A work desk can be found between the entrance of the guest room and the bedroom - while the area is not completely partitioned off from the rest of the room, I did appreciate the slight partition as it helps to separate work from play. It is also good to have clear demarcations of the different areas as it does affect your sleep quality in the evening.
Work Desk
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
Thailand and Singapore has the same plug and socket type but universal outlets are provided by the long edge of the work desk for the convenience of international travellers (do note that the voltage of domestic AC is 220 volt so you might need some kind of power transformer if you are coming from the US if you do not want to fry your devices. USB charging ports can also be found on this panel which make it easy to charge smaller personal devices like your mobile phones and tablets.
Welcome Amenities
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
I received a small plate of macarons and a handwritten card as part of my welcome amenities - they were a nice gesture but nothing too memorable to be honest.
Nespresso Coffee Machine
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
A basic Nespresso machine is provided in the room and this is always a plus point for the property since I do not have to head elsewhere when I need a cup of coffee (and I tend to drink four or five cups each day). You will also find a proper tea pot (complete with tea cups) in the minibar area so you can brew a large pot of tea while you enjoy some light reading by the living area - fantastic!
It goes without saying that complimentary coffee capsules are provided in the room and these are also replenished during evening turndown and in the morning (if you are staying multiple nights). For the tea-drinkers, organic tea bags from Chaidim (the same ones that you get at the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok) can be found in the room - I really like the lemongrass and ginger one which is perfect for a pre-bedtime beverage. When I visited Bangkok a couple of months ago, masks were still required indoors and disposable masks were provided in the guest rooms but with the lifting of the mask mandate, I do not suppose that these will be offered in the near future.
Walk-in Wardrobe
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
The Corner Rooms here at the Park Hyatt Bangkok come with a sizeable walk-in wardrobe which can be found next to the entrance of the guest room - they also lead into the bathroom but more on this later. If you are planning a mid- to long-term stay in Bangkok, I highly recommend getting a Corner Room (if you do not wish to pay for a suite) since it comes with plenty of space for you to hang up all your clothes.
Walk-in Wardrobe to Bathroom
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
I personally do like it when the walk-in wardrobe is connected directly to the bathroom as it makes a lot of sense - you can shut the door in front and create a warmer pocket of space for you to wash up and get dressed without catching a cold. I love that there is also a full-length mirror here so you can check on your outfits before heading out (and not have to walk through the bedroom with your dirty shoes).
Bathroom
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
The bathtub is probably one of my favourite areas of the room as well - located next to a floor-to-ceiling window, you will be able to look out to the beautiful city view while enjoying a nice soak in the tub. From my understanding however, not all Corner Rooms have a tub by the window so it is best to request for it if this is something you value. The architecture of the building is pretty unique so not all rooms are made of configured in the same way, even if they are the same room type on paper.
Double Vanity Sinks
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
The bathroom of the King Corner Room features double vanity sinks which are perfect for couples sharing the space.
Bath Amenities from Le Labo
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
Consistent to Park Hyatt brand standards, bath amenities are provided by Le Labo and it features the signature Bergamote 22 fragrance. For some reason, my Corner Room was stocked with 75ml bottles of bath amenities (even though it is not a suite technically) instead of the smaller 50ml ones (which are typically found in regular guest rooms) but that is something that I cannot complain about. I would expect most of these miniature bottles to go away at some point since global hotel chains have mostly moved to bulk-size amenities to reduce the waste caused by single-use plastic bottles.
Rooftop Bar
Park Hyatt Bangkok
During my stay at the Park Hyatt Bangkok, I checked out the Rooftop Bar which is located on top of the Penthouse - the open-air space allows guests to take in views of the Bangkok cityspace in the day or in the evening. Unlike The Loft at the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok which was a lot more formal, the Rooftop Bar here at Park Hyatt Bangkok was a lot more laid back - it was polished but it doesn’t require you to dress up to fit in comfortably. Personally, I do prefer the vibes over here at the Rooftop Bar as I typically enjoy fresh air, cool breeze and less uptight dining atmospheres (especially since I am here to kick back a couple of cocktails).
Lobster Roll
Rooftop Bar - Park Hyatt Bangkok
As mentioned earlier, since this booking was made through HoteLux, I had USD 100 worth of F&B credits to blow through during my one-night stay. These credits are especially valuable on short-stays since they are accorded regardless of the length of stay. I went for a classic negroni which was decent (but unmemorable) and a lobster roll which was pretty average to be honest. The next time I visit The Rooftop, I will probably stick with a beer and order just the fries as you can’t go wrong with these items.
Grand Staircase
Park Hyatt Bangkok
While I do get complimentary breakfast when staying at Park Hyatt properties on an eligible rate as a Globalist member, booking a Hyatt Privé rate through HoteLux will allow you to enjoy free breakfast for the whole duration of your stay, regardless of your membership tier in the World of Hyatt program. Breakfast at the Park Hyatt Bangkok is served every morning at the Embassy Room and you will have to take the lift down to the lobby level before proceeding down the grand staircase.
Embassy Room
Park Hyatt Bangkok
The Embassy Room is beautiful and I really like how it looks - tables are located inside as well as outside (for guests who prefer al fresco dining) but the latter option is pretty popular amongst hotel guests. There are also booth seats available inside the restaurant which faces out to the view.
Breakfast
Embassy Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
Breakfast is an extensive affair here at the Park Hyatt Bangkok and the full buffet selection comes not only with the pantry selection (which is pretty decent already) but also a full breakfast menu with 20-30 made-to-order dishes. It goes without saying that there are both Western and Asian specialty items on the menu but there were also a handful of plant-based and Middle Eastern options there.
Breakfast
Embassy Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
The Croissant Benedict from the breakfast menu is a Western signature but unfortunately, it falls short of expectations. While the dish does look rather photogenic, the quality of the croissant is terrible and it seriously tasted like one of those that you can get from a value pack in the supermarket.
Breakfast
Embassy Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
I only managed to try 2-3 items from the breakfast menu at the Park Hyatt Bangkok and while most of it was decent (some of them were average at best), I thought that the Asian dishes were significantly better than the Western ones (the difference in quality is not so apparent at the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok.
Living Room
Park Hyatt Bangkok
I do like the Park Hyatt Bangkok for its design and space though - The Living Room which is located between the grand staircase and the Embassy Room is a cozy little nook which is perfect for a cup of coffee (or a snack) in the afternoon.
In-room Dining
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
Since I still had quite a bit of F&B credit left from my stay (as I have only visited the rooftop bar the previous day), I decided to order some in-room dining and the Thai dishes were excellent. I really enjoyed the Thai dishes very much and I would definitely drop by the Front Room at the Park Hyatt Bangkok the next time I visit if this is any indication of the food quality of the restaurant. As mentioned earlier, this booking was made via HoteLux and therefore it comes with USD 100 worth of F&B credits which I can utilise during my stay - this is something that even Globalists do not typically enjoy so utilising platforms like HoteLux can really help to add value to stays.
Bedroom
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
I really wanted to like the Park Hyatt Bangkok (especially since I now have Globalist status in the World of Hyatt program) but unfortunately, it pales in comparison to the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok which is at a similar price point. Hyatt currently operates four properties in Bangkok - the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok (which is long overdue for refurbishment but has great service), the Hyatt Place Bangkok Sukhumvit (which offers fantastic value in a good location), as well as the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit which is probably everyone’s favourite Hyatt property at the moment.
Living Area
King Corner Room - Park Hyatt Bangkok
The Park Hyatt Bangkok is in a good location and while the hard product is beautiful, there is definitely room for improvement when it comes to properties of this caliber. Booking an eligible rate via HoteLux gives you additional perks like dining credits on every stay (even when you stay for just one night) but most importantly, these rates are elite-qualifying and they can also help you earn and retain your staus in the relevant loyalty programs.
Park Hyatt Bangkok
Central Embassy, 88 Wireless Rd, Khwaeng Lumphini, Khet Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
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