10/10
“We had the best stay , we look forward to returning next year :)”
Pure class
Immaculate presentation , great food and hospitality from all staff.
Bangkok · head to head
Capella Bangkok vs The Peninsula Bangkok
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: The Peninsula Bangkok is $1,302 a night less. They are 1.2 km apart.
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The honest take
The Peninsula Bangkok is the sharper booking at $365 a night against Capella's $773, with a huge review base (1,404 reviews at 9.3) that backs up its consistency, plus a spa the Capella listing doesn't mention. Capella is newer, smaller, and pitched at total seclusion, and it allows pets and lists golf access, which the Peninsula doesn't. Both sit on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya about 1.2km apart, so neither is short of river frontage. Book the Peninsula unless you specifically want Capella's quieter, more private grounds and don't mind paying double for it.
The look and the feel
Capella Bangkok
Capella occupies a low-slung, glass-walled compound designed by Jean-Michel Gathy, all dark timber, reflecting pools and pivoting glass pods that turn each room into its own little pavilion facing the river. The public spaces are hushed and sparse rather than grand: a long lobby with minimal furniture, a garden that muffles the city, a pool that reads more like a private lap pool than a resort centrepiece. It draws a smaller, quieter crowd, the sort who want anonymity and don't need a lobby full of people to feel like they're somewhere special.
Capella suits couples or anyone who wants a private, architecturally quiet retreat and doesn't mind paying a premium for it.
The Peninsula Bangkok
The Peninsula is the older, more theatrical of the two, a tower on the Thonburi bank with a grand marble lobby, chandeliers and a river-facing terrace that's been a Bangkok institution since the 1990s. Rooms lean colonial-luxury with dark wood furniture, brass fittings and floor-to-ceiling windows onto the water; the hotel's private boats shuttle guests across to the shopping side, which is part of the theatre of staying there. It's busier, more social, and full of people who want a proper grand hotel experience with a view.
The Peninsula suits travellers who want the classic grand-hotel river experience, more dining variety, and value, without sacrificing much on quality.
At $365, the Peninsula doesn't offer pet-friendly stays or golf access, the two things Capella has that it doesn't; everything else, including the spa, is matched or exceeded.
Capella is the more architecturally distinctive building, but the Peninsula's grand marble lobby and river terrace are the more beautiful place to actually sit and watch Bangkok go by.
The numbers
| Capella Bangkok | The Peninsula Bangkok | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,681 | $379 |
| Guest rating | 9.6/10 | 9.3/10 |
| Reviews | 177 | 1404 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 9 | 7 |
| Distance apart | 1.2 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Capella Bangkok has
- Pet
- Golf
Only The Peninsula Bangkok has
Nothing on our list that Capella Bangkok lacks.
What guests actually say
Capella Bangkok
- friendly, attentive service
- high quality rooms and facilities
- billing/refund issues with cash payments
The Peninsula Bangkok
- attentive, friendly staff
- great food and breakfast
- immaculate presentation
- feels old/dated
“Immaculate presentation , great food and hospitality from all staff.”
The Peninsula's guests come away happier overall, praising consistently attentive staff and food, while Capella has a serious unresolved billing complaint dragging down an otherwise positive picture.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
Capella Bangkok
- Twin Room (Riverfront) 2 Twin Beds Non RefundableRoom Only$1,672
- Standard Room River FrontRoom Only · free cancellation$1,691
- Twin Room (Riverfront) 2 Twin BedsRoom Only · free cancellation$1,732
The Peninsula Bangkok
- Deluxe Twin RoomBreakfast Included$370
- Deluxe King RoomBreakfast Included$370
- Deluxe KingBreakfast Included$391
In guests' own words
About each
Capella Bangkok
Luxurious Accommodation with Diverse Dining Options Capella Bangkok - SHA Plus Certified, located in Bangkok, offers a lavish stay with an outdoor pool, fitness center, and garden. Enjoy a variety of facilities including a shared lounge, terrace, and bar. The hotel provides free WiFi, a sauna, and evening entertainment. Indulge in rooms with balconies and…
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The Peninsula Bangkok
Luxury Accommodation with River Views The Peninsula Bangkok - SHA Extra Plus offers luxury guest rooms with stunning views of the Chao Phraya River. Each room is equipped with modern amenities and elegant decor, ensuring a comfortable stay. Top-Notch Facilities for Relaxation and Recreation Guests can unwind at the outdoor pool, stay active at the fitness…
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Facilities, in full
Capella Bangkok
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
The Peninsula Bangkok
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Terrace
- Garden
- Lift / Elevator
Where they are
300/2 Charoenkrung Road, Yannawa, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120, Thailand333 Charoennakorn Road, Klong-Tonsai, Klongsan
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