Meetings

Waterfront Destination

The Chao Phraya River is the lifeblood of Bangkok – historically, environmentally, culturally, spiritually and economically. The east and west banks of the Chao Phraya are where the earliest communities settled and it is where you’ll find bustling markets, ancient shrines, street vendors, and famous eateries sitting alongside funky bars, vibrant restaurants, art galleries and boutiques.

And like other great waterfront destinations, Bangkok River is a hub for tourism. Whether on business or pleasure, travellers wanting memorable experiences that cannot be found elsewhere always flock to the Chao Phraya River, and its riverbanks to experience AUTHENTIC Bangkok.

Hotels and meeting spaces

A long tradition of Thai hospitality and luxury international hotel brands are found on the river. From the Grande Dame of hotels, Mandarin Oriental, to newer developments of Capella and Four Seasons slated to be completed in the next couple of years, these accommodations can satisfy all tastes of travellers.

With state-of-the-art facilities, staff experienced in making meetings world-class, the fully digitized True ICONSIAM 3,000 seat Auditorium, and a plethora of unique places to meet, Bangkok River is the ideal venue for meetings.

Celebrations

Throughout the year, local and international celebrations are staged on the river. The Chai Phraya is central to many Thai traditions and guests can experience unique events during Chinese New Year (February), Songkran – Thailand’s New Year festival (April), Father’s Day (July), Mother’s Day (August), Loy Krathong, river festival (November), Christmas and New Year (December).

Transportation

From the 13 luxury hotels, guests connect effortlessly to venues and attractions. Travelling to Khaosan Road or Asiatique, to Wat Arun or Bangkok’s green lung, Bang Kachao has never been easier with a strong network of boats, private or public. The Grand Palace, Chinatown and much more are within reach. The BTS Skytrain links travellers to the inner city and Sukhumvit in only a few stops. The new Gold Line runs to the doors of IconSiam. Getting around on the river is as convenient as it can get in Bangkok.

Some examples
One of the world’s top luxury brands held their global meeting on Bangkok River, combining Mandarin Oriental and The Peninsula for accommodation, meetings, dining, and entertainment.

Shangri-La Hotel hosted the 2012 World Economic Forum with more than 500 delegates including heads of state, leaders of industry, and media chiefs gathering for two days of conference and 14 days of meetings, while staying with Bangkok River Partner hotels.

IUCN held its regional meeting on the bank of the Chaophraya River, at Royal Orchid Sheraton, which was the ideal venue for their environmental agenda and departing point on gentle cruises to the mangroves of Bang Kachao or klong (canal) tours.