Ramada Plaza By Wyndham Bangkok Menam Riverside

An 8-minute walk from a ferry stop along the Chao Phraya River, this sprawling riverside hotel is 8 km from both Wat Pho temple and the Grand Palace.

The 525 elegant rooms have colorful accents, and come with sitting areas and flat-screen TVs, plus minibars, and tea and coffeemakers; some have river views. Suites have separate living rooms. Room service is offered 24/7.

There are 8 restaurants and bars, including an outdoor, riverfront eatery and a pool bar. A sundeck with sunloungers surrounds the outdoor pool, and other amenities include a spa, a fitness center and cooking classes. There's also a kids' club.