Sofitel So Bangkok

During our recent trip to Bangkok, we decided to stay in Sofitel So Bangkok. It is located adjacent to Lumpini Park, close to Pratunam, business and entertainment districts.

With meter taxi always on standby, the hotel also enjoys an easy access to Lumpini Subway and Saladaeng Skytrain station.

Sofitel So Bangkok

Exterior of Sofitel So Bangkok

The design hotel is styled by famed French fashion designer, Monsieur Christian Lacroix, with unique collaboration between an award-winning architect and 5 of Thailand’s leading interior designers.

Sofitel So Bangkok Lobby

Reception & Lobby Bar

We booked So Comfy room for our stay, as Accor Gold Member (now Platinum) we are entitled for next category room upgrade which in Sofitel So Bangkok we are also entitled for Executive Lounge benefits in their Club Signature on 25th Floor.

Sofitel So Bangkok Lounge Club Signature

Club Signature – Executive Lounge

The hotel has been themed around 5 main elements inspired by Feng Shui– Earth, Metal, Water & Wood for the guestrooms while the 5th element, Fire is vividly embed in their bars & restaurants.

Sofitel So Bangko Park SocietyPark Society on 29th Floor

Upon checking in, we were informed by the receptionist the Wood theme for So Club which we requested has been fully occupied hence offering us an upgrade to So Studio for a mere THB1000 per night which we accepted.

Sofitel So Bangkok So Studio Wood ElementOur Room – So Studio Wood Element

DSC_8853Our Bathroom – So Studio Wood Element

There were some misunderstanding at first on the upgrade however it was promptly explained by Mr. Akira, the So Experience & Quality Manager.

The following day, our friends Wayne & Lin Chong joined us at Sofitel So, they chose Water Theme for their So Comfy Room.

DSC_8922-horzSo Comfy – Water Theme

Each of the 238 rooms and suites are equipped with 40” flatscreen LCD televisions and fully integrated Apple Mac mini media solutions enhanced with the latest iPad in all suites not to mention the panoramic views over Lumpini Park and the Bangkok skyline.

Sofitel So Bangkok PoolInfinity Pool

The outdoor infinity pool overlooking Bangkok’s skyline is definitely a triumph, extending over 33 metres on the 10th floor, the water seemingly flows over the negative edge into the park and skyline beyond, giving the impression of swimming in mid-air.

Sofitel_So_Bangkok_PoolCecilia Black Sunbathing

Inspired by the mythical Himmapan forest, the award winning So SPA is an urban spa retreat blending French sophistication with Thai expertise promising to rejuvenate your inner soul & outer body.

DSC_9155So Spa with Mr. Pohky

Red Oven is Sofitel So Bangkok’s all-day dining venue named after the restaurant’s pièce de résistance, a Red Molteni Oven representing the epitome of French craftsmanship with chefs stationed at nine distinct live cooking stations showcasing their craft.

Sofitel So Bangkok Red OvenSumptuous & Hearty Breakfast at Red Oven

Sofitel So Bangkok is definitely one of the best luxury hotels in its class that once you have checked in, you dont feel like leaving the hotel until check out time.

Sofitel So MIXO BarAnother round of Champagne at MIXO bar

We truly enjoyed ourselves tremendously at Sofitel So Bangkok & definitely will be staying again on our next trip to Bangkok.

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