Bangkok (Thailand) – February 19, 2020 (travelindex.com) – The Carlton experience has arrived. With its first hotel in Thailand, the Carlton Hotel Group brings its distinctive design concepts, world-class facilities, high service standards, and excellent culinary offerings to Bangkok. The Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit has opened its doors, offering a truly unique hotel experience in Thailand's capital.

The difference is immediately apparent, even before entering the hotel. The imposing building, rising 34 stories above the city center, captivates with its bold curves in contrast to its imposing verticality. The contrast is also evident in the hotel's magnificent lobby: an extraordinary chandelier made of hand-fired glass ornaments hangs eight stories higher. Other specially commissioned artworks throughout the hotel create similarly fascinating visual effects.

An impressive sight. But there's more to it than meets the eye – and every glance at the newly opened Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit reveals new perspectives on the upscale hotel experience in Bangkok's city center.

Well located for discerning guests

Speaking of perspective: Mark Bulmer, the General Manager of the Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit, offers a particularly insightful example.

Bulmer, who has been with the Carlton Hotel Group for eight years, including six years as General Manager of both Carlton hotels in Singapore, says: “I have been with Carlton for a long time and know why our hotels enjoy such a good reputation and how we continuously improve it. Having also lived and worked here in Bangkok, I can say from personal experience that the Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit combines the best of Carlton with Thai hospitality. Guests enjoy five-star luxury at an excellent value, especially thanks to the hotel's prime location between the BTS SkyTrain stations Asoke and Phrom Phong.”

The location offers many additional advantages. The Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit features 338 rooms and suites ranging in size from 37 to 129 square meters. All rooms include floor-to-ceiling, soundproof windows with electric curtains and blinds, a 49-inch smart TV with Chromecast and Apple TV, king-size or twin beds with Sealy Posturepedic mattresses, a bathroom with a rain shower, separate bathtub and shower/toilet, a large wardrobe, a work desk, wired and Wi-Fi internet access, an electronic safe, and a minibar. Other modern technologies in all rooms include motion-activated lighting, which reduces energy consumption when guests are not present. Guests also benefit from in-room IPTV technology, which provides information, entertainment, and hotel services through a single digital source.

Culinary excellence and more

Carlton Hotels enjoy an excellent reputation not only for their accommodations, facilities, and services, but also for their outstanding cuisine. In fact, the famous Wah Lok restaurant has made Carlton synonymous with fine Cantonese cuisine in Singapore for three decades.

This culinary excellence can now also be enjoyed at the Wah Lok Restaurant in the Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit. Look forward to an upscale, Hong Kong-style ambiance with a main dining room for up to 194 guests, as well as separate dining rooms for business and private events. The head chef at Wah Lok Bangkok is the same chef who co-opened the first Wah Lok at the Carlton Hotel Singapore over 30 years ago: Master Chef Lam Kok Weng, a native of Guangdong.

A select range of restaurants further contributes to Carlton's culinary reputation in Bangkok:

Plate – an all-day dining restaurant with extensive buffets and à la carte dishes in a modern setting. It offers international classics, Thai specialties, and Carlton's signature Peranakan cuisine with Straits region influences.

Tuxedo – the lobby espresso bar, a haven for avant-garde coffee culture, boasting Thailand's first Modbar espresso machines in a five-star hotel. Freshly prepared pastries, boulangerie, and viennoiserie are available daily from the adjacent glass-walled patisserie. Carlton Afternoon Tea, Singapore-style, is served daily. Beer, wine, and cocktails are also available.

Cooling Tower – a relaxed rooftop bar with draft beers, imaginative cocktails, wines from the New and Old Worlds and fine spirits, complemented by delicious bar snacks.

Plunge – a poolside juice bar offering refreshing juices and smoothies, as well as beer and house wines. Light meals and snacks are also available.

The entire 10th floor of the hotel is dedicated to well-being, relaxation, and fitness. Guests can enjoy a 30-meter outdoor pool with a waterfall, a poolside bar, a 24-hour fitness center, the luxurious "Let's Relax" spa, and a children's area.

High above Bangkok, on the 33rd floor, the Carlton Club Lounge offers breathtaking panoramic views from its indoor and outdoor seating areas. Club-floor guests enjoy exclusive amenities and services, including a privileged breakfast, all-day snacks and refreshments, and cocktail hours with canapés. A meeting room accommodating six people is also available.

Additional facilities and services are offered across two floors with ten event spaces, including the Grand Carlton Ballroom with a capacity of up to 600 guests. A total of 1,200 square meters of flexible space is available, ideal for business meetings and private celebrations. Technical equipment includes a high-resolution 220-inch LED screen for crystal-clear presentations and entertainment. In addition to customizable audiovisual services, specially designed lighting and decorations tailored to corporate branding are also available. Extensive on-site technical equipment and amenities ensure a seamless experience for event organizers.

The Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit, the expansion of the Singapore-based Carlton brand, has now opened. With its striking and unique facade and enviable location on Sukhumvit Road between the Asoke and Phrom Phong BTS stations, guests enjoy convenient access to exclusive shopping, dining, entertainment, and a vibrant nightlife. The upscale hotel features 338 spacious and elegantly appointed rooms and suites, a selection of restaurants, including the Cantonese restaurant Wah Lok, and a rooftop bar. With over 1,200 square meters of event space, the hotel can accommodate board meetings and large banquets for up to 600 people. Leisure facilities include an outdoor pool, a children's area, a spa, and a fully equipped gym. The Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit is the third Carlton hotel to be affiliated with WorldHotels, a luxury hotel management company with 80 independent hotels and resorts across the Asia-Pacific region.