Hotels near Wat Saket

Hotels near Wat Saket

Ban Bat, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Bangkok 10100, Thailand

Search in Wat SaketMay 16 - May 172 guests

Wat Saket sits on top of an artificial hill that was originally a failed attempt to build a massive chedi during the reign of Rama III - the soft Bangkok clay caused it to collapse. Rama IV later repurposed the ruins as a mount and added a golden chedi at the summit, which now holds a relic of the Buddha brought from Sri Lanka. The climb involves 344 steps that spiral around the hill through shaded gardens, past meditation bells, and alongside small shrines. At the top, the open-air platform offers 360-degree views across Bangkok's rooftops to the Chao Phraya River on one side and the modern skyline on the other.

Admission to the temple grounds is free; entry to the golden chedi at the summit costs 100 THB (about 2.60 EUR). Opening hours are 07:30 to 19:00 daily. The annual temple fair in November transforms the base of the mount into a carnival with food stalls, games, and a candlelit procession to the top. At the base, you will find a partly overgrown cemetery where victims of a late-18th-century plague were brought - a stark reminder of the city's layered history.

Pro Tip: Time your visit for 16:30 to catch the golden hour from the summit. The west-facing platform delivers some of the best sunset colours in Bangkok, and you will share the space with far fewer people than at rooftop bars charging 300 THB for a cocktail.

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Legacy Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit
5.0 km from Wat Saket

Legacy Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit

29 Sukhumvit Road, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Laundry, Concierge, Wifi + 2 others
<h2>Location</h2><p>This hotel is located right in the heart of Bangkok.</p><h2>Facilities</h2><p>This hotel has a lift and a reception desk. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a cash machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Everyday necessities can be purchased at the supermarket. Additional facilities include a TV room. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a transfer service, room service, an alarm call service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Daily newspapers are available for purchase. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.</p><h2>Rooms</h2><p>Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain just the right temperature. Guests are sure to get a good night's sleep in the king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. Other features include a telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a plug adapter and WiFi (no extra charge). Slippers are included. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Cosmetic products and a selection of towels provide additional comfort in the bathrooms. The hotel has non-smoking rooms. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2024. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 124971</p><h2>Meals</h2><p>There is a restaurant on the premises. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day.</p><h2>Payment</h2><p>The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, JCB and MasterCard.</p>
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