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ADVERTORIAL


Be among the first to experience this waterfront sanctuary—
book now at fourseasons.com/Bangkok

A Creative Riverside Oasis


Immerse in Bangkok’s cool riverside vibe at the brand-new


Four Seasons, where food, art and architecture come together


to create a sense of discovery.


A Dining Destination
Epicures and casual dinners alike can travel around
the world at the hotel’s restaurants and bars or
simply settle in for a stress-free tea or coffee with
unrivaled views of the Chao Phraya. Take a trip to
glamorous Buenos Aires in its heyday, raise the bar
with high-style Cantonese dining, soak up the
Italian vibe of Lake Como or dine riverside at a
French brasserie.
“Each of our restaurants tells a story,” says
Executive Chef Andrea Accordi, who comes with
Michelin-starred credentials and a world of
experience under his toque. “Everything—the food,
the drinks, the décor, the service—comes together to
create a dynamic, sensory culinary experience.”
With leadership from top hotel and standalone
restaurants, the management mindset is that of
independent restaurants, offering autonomous
control rarely found in hotels. Diners can expect
innovative menus and events, and competitive
pricing for the Bangkok market.

Art in the Details
Along with the river, creativity takes center stage
at Four Seasons with a series of one-of-a-kind
artworks conceptualized by Gathy and crafted in
collaboration with Thai artists at Dong Sculpture.
As Gathy points out, “Specially creating works of
art for a hotel is unusual for an interior designer.
It gave us a chance to create pieces that really
reflect the distinctive personality of this property.”
Thailand’s modern artists are showcased at
the hotel’s ART Space, curated in partnership
with the Museum of Contemporary Art Bangkok.
Destination insiders take you deeper into the
city’s flourishing creative culture with after-hours
gallery hopping and in-the-know events.
Centering the riverside district, Four Seasons
also has easy access to intriguing boutiques and
hipster cafés.
In the hotel’s guest rooms, high ceilings,
picture windows and an abundance of natural light
create a sense of expansiveness and
possibility—a rarity among hotels in Bangkok.
Signature suites come with a large river-facing
rooftop terrace, ideal for brunch with a view.

Magical Box of Instagramable Moments
With unfettered access to the Chao Phraya River, the
new Four Seasons in Bangkok captures the spirit of the
city. “The magic begins the moment you arrive, greeted
by wide-open views and reflecting ponds,” notes
designer Jean-Michel Gathy. As Gathy envisaged the
hotel, upturning conventional notions of an urban resort,
the river emerged as the clear keynote.
“The design of Four Seasons expresses the fluidity
and dynamism of flowing water,” he explains. “A flowing
succession of indoor and outdoor spaces invites you to
wander, to discover what lies just around the corner or
beyond the archway.”
The hotel uses airy, light-filled spaces and cascading
water features to reflect the rhythms of the river. Two
infinity pools overlook the riverfront. Inter-connected
courtyards and a resort-style spa bring a breeziness into
the frenetic heart of Bangkok, changing views connect
you with life on the river through the day—from the
bustling morning of boats passing by, to the heady glitter
of Bangkok after dark.

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