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Staying in Riverside
Hotels on the Chao Phraya, with boats as your commute.
Chao Phraya River at ICONSIAMRiverside
Grand hotels on the Chao Phraya.
- Best for
- Couples · Views · Temples by boat
- Feel
- Elegant, slower, scenic
- Getting around
- River boats and hotel shuttles; BTS at Saphan Taksin
- Typical stays
- Riverside luxury hotels
The river is Bangkok at its most cinematic: grand hotels, ICONSIAM across the water and river boats to the temples. Calmer than the downtown districts.
Best for
- Couples
- Views
- Temples by boat
Worth knowing
- Fewer streets to wander on foot
- Taxis and boats for most trips
Stays in Riverside
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Questions about Riverside
Is Riverside quiet at night?
Calm, riverside dining. Elegant, slower, scenic.
How do you get around Riverside?
River boats and hotel shuttles; BTS at Saphan Taksin
How far is Riverside from the airport?
40–60 min to BKK, approximately and depending on traffic.
What kind of stays are common in Riverside?
Riverside luxury hotels
Who is Riverside best for?
Couples, Views, Temples by boat.
General guidance from SiamStays, last reviewed October 2026. Travel times are approximate.
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Grand hotels on the Chao Phraya
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