SALA ARUN, Bangkok

Sala Arun - Historic riverside hotel with Temple of Dawn views and rooftop dining

Housed in an 80-year-old Chinese shophouse, this boutique Bangkok hotel sits directly opposite the iconic Wat Arun. Nine air-conditioned rooms feature parquet floors, dark-wood furnishings, and private balconies overlooking either the Temple of Dawn or Wat Po. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, minibar, safe deposit box, and tea/coffee facilities. The bathrooms showcase Sino-Portuguese tiles. The fifth-floor Eagle Nest rooftop bar serves cocktails with river and Ratanakosin Island views, while The Bitter Deck offers Italian, French, and Thai cuisine. Sala Arun provides a breakfast service with eggs, juices, breads, and yogurts. Located 328.1 ft from the Temple of Reclining Buddha, the property stands 1640.4 ft from both the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Ton Son Mosque. The Flower Market is a 5-minute walk away, with Khaosan Road accessible within a 10-minute drive.

Pros

Historic 80-year-old Chinese shophouse architecture with Sino-Portuguese bathroom tiles

Fifth-floor Eagle Nest rooftop bar offers panoramic views of Ratanakosin Island

Walking distance to multiple temples and cultural landmarks

Organizes guided walking tours of Ratanakosin Island and Chao Phraya River dinner cruises

Cons

Limited breakfast selection

No specific facilities for families with children