Amy Adejokun
Section editor
Open since October 2003, the Metropolitan of Bangkok is worth its name. Its contemporary and aesthetic decoration engender a stylised environment. The feeling comes immediately from the tiled entrance doors. This trendy design corresponds to young and dynamic clients, often couples. On the contrary, it is difficult to picture a family in such a place.
Metropolitan By Como - © Marco Toninelli / EASYVOYAGE
Metropolitan By Como - © Marco Toninelli / EASYVOYAGE
The Metropolitan of Bangkok is situated around forty minutes from the airport of Suvarnabhumi, if you do not drive during rush hours. You can reach it by cab, by train, by bus... The hotel is situated in a small street between the Alliance Francaise and the Greek Ambassy.
The king-size bed with Egyptian cotton sheets is opposite a sitting room along the window which extends on the whole length of the room. The few paintings decorating the white walls were painted by Natee Utarit, an Asian artist. All necessary comfort is available: TV, safe, very discreet air conditioning, minibar with tea and coffee kit and 24 hour room service. In the morning, you will also find the newspaper at your door...
The bathroom does not have double bathtub but is very spacious. You will find a hairdryer, bathrobes and welcome products. All space is covered with white marble.
Situated in an extension of the street, two big rectangular dark grey doors mark the hotel entrance, higher because of a few grey marble stairs. This dark colour enhances the white colour of the facade. Two grand pools ornated with iron sculptures decorate the exterior of the establishment. Inside, the black and white modern furniture installed below high ceilings is decorated with bright red carpets. There is a dynamic atmosphere here, thanks to the decoration but also to the contemporary background music. You will find a big white marble desk which serves as the reception. The lilies arranged in the middle of the room diffuse a nice smell of fresh flowers.
As the majority of the hotels in Bangkok, the Metroplitan does not have numerous sport infrastructures but has a big rectangular outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a ochre wood floor. This is protected from the views from the street; however, it is surrounded by big buildings. A few wooden beach chairs with white mattresses are arranged on one side of the pool.
The establishment is equipped with a beautiful spa, the Como Shambala Urban Space. It has ten massage rooms and offers numerous treatments such as manicure, pedicure or reflexology. There is also an indoor Jacuzzi which overlooks the outdoor garden.
The establishment has two restaurants whose decoration is as contemporary and dynamic as the rest of the hotel. The Cy'an takes care of the three meals of the day. It works buffet style and has a majority of Mediterranean food, especially seafood. The grey marble floor enhances the modern furniture and white design. The big bay windows offer a nice view of the outdoor swimming pool. However, as the room resounds, the sound level increases quickly. Concerning the Glow, situated on the 2nd floor, it has 60 seats and serves a la carte organic cuisine. To taste Thai cuisine, go to the Met Bar, where there is a fashion show every Thursday evening, with music by the resident Dj. The bar is open till 3 am.
The establishment belongs to the hotel chain, The Leading Hotels of the World, which ensures a certain standard and comfort.
The hotel is well located with regard to the main touristic places of the town. It is built just next to a sky train station.
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