The Best View in Bangkok? | DUSIT THANI BANGKOK Review 🇹🇭
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It has the absolute best views in all of Bangkok from every single room.
At the price point that we're at here in Bangkok, it needs more refinement.
As a full package, I will admit that the view is doing the heavy lifting here.
Considering that this hotel has, it's shocking that their all-day restaurant is essentially in the basement.
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VETTED FOR 2026: One year after its massive reinvention, the Dusit Thani remains the "View King" of Bangkok. While the Ritz-Carlton has opened nearby, the Dusit’s decision to orient every single room toward Lumpini Park keeps it technically superior for those who prioritize the skyline. 📍 SUPPORT INDEPENDENT REVIEWS -This channel is 100% self-funded. Help me keep these reviews honest and get a host of travel tips, tricks, and advice on my Patreon: https://www.bit.ly/tfft_patreon -Shop My Amazon Page → https://www.amazon.com/shop/theflipfloptraveller The Dusit Thani Bangkok is an absolute legend, but not just because of its 1970s predecessor. This is a landmark that has completely reinvented itself for the modern era, trading its "mega-hotel" past for a more boutique, high-end offering. The defining feature? It has arguably the best views in all of Bangkok from every single room. In this unsponsored audit, I’m looking at whether the "View Premium" is worth the $400+ price tag. While the rooms—designed by André Fu Studio—are stunning and the rooftop bars are world-class, the property isn't without its logistical "clunks." From a reception area that feels like a service entrance to a flagship restaurant located in the basement, I’ll show you the reality behind the gold-boxed facade. We’ll also compare the value here against other Bangkok heavyweights like the Four Seasons, Park Hyatt, and the brand-new Ritz-Carlton. If you're deciding where to drop your loyalty points or cash in Thailand, this breakdown is essential. IN THIS VIDEO -The "View Audit": Why every room gets a Lumpini Park panorama. -Andrew Fu Studio Design: The use of Seladon, Sage, and Gold. -Technical tour of the pool (the 2nd best in Bangkok?). -The "1970 Bar" and the Spire rooftop experience. -Price Breakdown: Is it worth $100 more than a Sukhumvit luxury stay? CHAPTERS 0:00 The Absolute Legend Reborn 0:53 The Reinvention of a Landmark 1:41 The Dusit Central Park Complex 2:22 The Reception "Service Entrance" Fail 3:07 Andrew Fu's Interior Design Strategy 4:23 The Stunning Pool (and the Ritz-Carlton mistake) 5:36 The Golden Box Window Seats 6:01 Supporting Independent Reviews 6:43 The Public vs. Private Elevator Oddity 7:45 Location: Centrality & Transit 8:22 Deluxe Room Tour (25th Floor) 10:32 The "Happy Medium" Price Audit 11:17 Is the view worth $100 per night? 12:29 The "Messy Closet" Design Flaw 14:27 1970 Bar: The Ronald Reagan Cocktail? 15:27 Spire Rooftop: Creative Bites & Views 16:28 Pavilion: The "Basement Dining" Disappointment 17:52 Breakfast Buffet & Al La Carte Review 19:49 Final Verdict: The View King TECHNICAL DETAILS Hotel Name: DUSIT THANI BANGKOK Location: Silom/Lumpini, Bangkok 🇹🇭 Room Type: Deluxe Room (Upgraded) Status Used: AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts Exact Price Paid: $429 USD This is NOT a promotional video. I pay for all of my flights and hotels (and I always tell you how much!) so I can be as honest and impartial as possible. I do not receive any special treatment that wouldn’t otherwise be publicly accessible, in fact, the hotels and airlines have no idea about my visit and that's the way I like it! #dusitthani #bangkok #hotelreview