{"id":29726,"date":"2016-03-08T09:00:05","date_gmt":"2016-03-08T01:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/?p=29726"},"modified":"2016-03-08T09:32:32","modified_gmt":"2016-03-08T01:32:32","slug":"bkk-intercontinental-hotel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/2016\/03\/bkk-intercontinental-hotel\/","title":{"rendered":"InterContinental Bangkok Hotel – Oasis in the City"},"content":{"rendered":"

This was turning out to be quite an \u2018exceptional\u2019 trip – our daughter, Dana started the trip ill. During breakfast on our first morning in Bangkok, she was too weak to join us for breakfast. But she needed some food with the medication, so while the wife stayed with her in the room, I went down to ask if the buffet restaurant could prepare congee for her. I approached a staff in the Espresso Restaurant and vividly remembered stating my request with \u201c My daughter is ill and I was wondering if the chef could cook a congee dish\u2026.\u201d before I could even finish my request, the staff had replied me, \u201cCertainly Sir, and I would recommend Fish porridge which can be sent up to your room complete with cutlery for your child.\u201d I was stumped. But, that\u2019s not all.<\/p>\n

During breakfast, I saw that they were serving fresh Thai coconuts (yes, the only buffet I know that serves whole fresh sweet coconuts on the buffet spread. Free flow!). This time, I approached the manager to ask if they can send a fresh coconut to the room to cool Dana’s fever. Later we checked, the coconuts arrived \u2013 they sent two, complete with straws and napkins – on the house.<\/p>\n

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We are discerning family travellers, used to the standards of a 5- star hotel chain but never have we experienced service that is so proactive. One that thinks ahead to anticipate their guests\u2019 needs and live to surpass the high standards that their hotel name commands.<\/p>\n

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This is the InterContinental Bangkok.<\/p>\n

Believe it or not, before this trip, our last visit to Bangkok was 10 years ago. Believe it or not, 10 years ago, the hotel we stayed in while we were vacationing as a young married couple? Yes, The InterContinental Bangkok, before its massive renovation.<\/p>\n

Now, 10 years later and with 2 young kids, I felt as if we have come full circle. One step into the luxurious hotel limousine which picked us up at the airport, had me fondly remember the warm and personable service we received back then. The waif of the full leather seats in the immaculately cleaned limousine interior complemented by the sincere smiles of our hotel driver made us feel as if we were old friends.<\/p>\n

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Arriving at the hotel entrance after about an hour\u2019s drive from the airport, we were right thick in the heart of the bustling city that is Bangkok. Despite the hustle and bustle around, our attention was drawn to the warm reception given by the bell hops and the receptionists. We felt an instant connection coming back to the InterContinental Bangkok.<\/p>\n

The InterContinental Bangkok is a popular upmarket hotel that is situated right in the heart of Bangkok itself. Despite its popularity and premium location, the staff there endeavour to treat all their guests like friends.<\/p>\n

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From the hotel rooms to the banquet rooms, from the Club Lounge to the Lobby, warm natural smiles greeted us everywhere we went. There is a sense of servitude that is par excellence. Apart from the exceptional service I narrated above, here are other reasons why we think the InterContinental Bangkok is an oasis of a hotel for families visiting Bangkok:<\/p>\n

1. Exceptional Convenience<\/strong>: Direct access to the main Chit Lom BTS SkyTrain Station. From there, you can virtually go anywhere in Bangkok. For families travelling with young kids, it is essential that transport is near so that once we are done with the shopping and sightseeing for the day, we can return to the hotel with minimal hassle. Its central location means also that it is easier to get cabs to and fro, to places not frequented by the BTS (if we want to) without being stuck in the infamous traffic jams.<\/p>\n

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2. Central Shopping District<\/strong>: The Chitlom area is in itself synonymous with Bangkok shopping.  InterContinental\u2019s location on Ratchadamri Junction is ideal for accessing many of Bangkok\u2019s best shopping malls. In less than 10 minutes, guests can take the overhead skywalk to the following malls: CentralWorld, Siam Paragon, Siam Centre,  Central Embassy, Amarin Plaza, Erawan. There is even a direct access to the high end Gaysorn Shopping Mall.  If you stay at the InterContinental Bangkok, you’ll have no lack of shopping, dining and entertainment options. It’s the perfect location to base yourself for a short Bangkok getaway.<\/p>\n

3. Excellent Rooms and Facilities<\/strong>: This is the InterContinental. The well-appointed rooms are of international 5-star standards both in furnishing and cleanliness, the latter being quite a necessity for families travelling with young children. The huge rooms and suites, all come with floor to ceiling windows offering unblocked city views. We opted for interconnecting rooms so that the kids can sleep comfortably on their own beds while Mummy and Daddy enjoy the privacy and use of our own room amenities.<\/p>\n

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The hotel\u2019s rooftop swimming pool located on Level 37 offers the perfect escape for families after a long day of exploring Bangkok. Guests can also enjoy free yoga, aerobics, and Thai boxing classes at the hotel\u2019s 24-hour fitness centre, which features floor-to-ceiling windows that offer panoramic views of Bangkok.<\/p>\n

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4. The Buffet Breakfast<\/strong>: I was virtually stunned. This is one of the few hotels we\u2019ve have experienced that has the widest range of items available for Breakfast. From freshly cooked noodles to poached eggs, from delectable pastries to congee, this hotel breakfast has it all. It\u2019s too much to describe so I\u2019d let my photos and video \u2018bring you there\u2019.<\/p>\n

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