Indulge in
the Metropolitan way of life: fresh, style, energetic.
The Metropolitan, Bangkok, is the Thai capital's newest
hotspot for those at the centre of the action. A cool and
contemporary east-west aesthetic with modern Oriental
accents is combined with award-winning cuisine, a holistic
spa and Bangkok's chicest lounge bar. However, the
Metropolitan, Bangkok, is also a place for the most
demanding traveler who seeks not just style, but accurate
service. Here, at this calming haven within the urban
hubbub, experience COMO's belief in detail
-and our meaningful promise of perfect respite from a busy
day.
Experience simplicity's power, and the chic appeal
of understatement. The hotel's 171 rooms, including four penthouse
suites and a two-bedroom presidential fiefdom, share a cosseting,
contemporary style by Kathryn Kng, a Singapore-based interior design
practice.
The look is fresh without being ferociously avant
garde, acknowledging influences from both the east and west.
The simple, ample volumes are flooded with light, manipulated by
lighting architects, Isometrics, London.
Natural materials
include Makha wood from Thailand, combined with oxidized brass
paneling. Paintings are also featured, by Natee Utarit, an
up-and-coming artist at the cutting edge of Asia's art scene.
Utarit's images, hung throughout the hotel, give depth to the
otherwise clean-lined spaces.
Room Type- The Metropolitan Bangkok
provides various standards of guest accommodation; all offer
generous space, with luxury felt in the telling detail, from towels
like clouds to COMO Shambhala bathroom amenities.
::
City Rooms ::
26-39 m2/280-420 ft2 A queen-sized
bed is flanked by a simple but large L-shaped teak wood bench in
these comfortable, airy rooms that reflect the Metropolitan's
clean-lined, contemporary style. The large bathroom has a combined
shower bathtub.
:: Studio Room ::
43
m2/463 ft2 These light-filled, king-bedded rooms have generous
desk space and a comfortable sitting area fashioned from teak wood
and bedecked with Thai silk cushions. The large bathrooms have
off-white limestone and mosaic tiles, a separate bathtub and shower.
:: Metropolitan Rooms :: 51-54 m2/549-581
ft2 Oversized beds are flanked by a generous teak wood bench in
these, the largest deluxe king or twin-bedded rooms in Bangkok. A
Ming-style chair from natural teak and rattan is a unique feature of
the Metropolitan Room. The large bathrooms are decorated with
off-white limestone and mosaic tiles, each featuring a separate
shower and bathtub.
:: Terrace Rooms ::
80 m2/861 ft2 These ample spaced suites include a large private
patio with clean-lined landscaping, a relaxing sitting area and
refreshing outdoor shower. Inside, a king-sized bed is flanked by an
L-shaped teak wood bench and a generous desk. Details include Thai
silk cushions and art by Natee Utarit, among Thailand's most
exciting artists.
:: Penthouse Suites ::
150 m2/1,615 ft2 Approached via a private corridor dressed with
antique teakwood carving, Chinese 'horse shoe' chairs and temple
bells, the four duplex king-bedded suites on the hotel's 11th floor
are steeped in natural light. Electronically operated Thai silk
curtains open to reveal excellent pool or city views. There is an
open-plan living space with a Helen Yardley rug and Patricia Urguilo
sofa, a spacious working area, comfortable bedroom and spacious
bathroom with a Jacuzzi bathtub. All Penthouse Suites include
personal butler services.
- All Wired Up -
Rooms are fully tech'd up. Amenities include direct dial
telephones, faxes (by request), modem points and Broadband
Access. Furthermore, wireless internet access is
available in all rooms and public areas.
Award-winning Australian chef Amanda Gale places unusual
importance on sourcing fresh, healthful, local ingredients
(an emphasis acquired from Gale's early mentor, the
formidable Australian chef, Neil Perry). In this spirit,
Gale combines eastern and western traditions to create
tantalizing dishes of striking innovative value.
Cy'an -- is the hotel's
headline 110-seat restaurant open for breakfast. lunch and
dinner, with tables on the open-air veranda flanking the
pool. Its menu draws inspiration from the Mediterranean,
including Moorish influences.
Glow -- is a 48-seat
eatery serving fresh food only, rendered as snacks, light
meals and powerfully energizing juices, rich in living
enzymes, vitamins and minerals. The COMO Shambhala menu is
specifically designed for balance and rejuvenation.
Breakfast : 6 am. - 11am.
All day dining 11am. - 9 pm.
The Met Bar -- serves modern Asian
cuisine in club-like environs. a private place to party late
into the Bangkok night. When it first opened in 1998,
London's Met Bar became the hottest nighttime haunt west of
Ibiza. Now, its newest sister, The Met Bar, Bangkok,
delivers the same for the Asian capital, answering a
sophisticated need for privacy and energy in a space
reserved for hotel guests and members only.
In the
afternoon and evening, The Met Bar serves delectable Thai
fare to a high-flying crowd. At night, it morphs into a
sultry, lounge-style members bar with deep-club chairs and
wine-dark walls. Lighting is soft and moody.
Bar
staff - called 'mixologists' at the Met - create bespoke
Martinis while headline DJs spin eclectic lounge sounds from
around the world.
Dining : 4 pm. - 9 pm.
Meetings at
the Met -- The Metropolitan's fully inclusive
meeting package, offers the best value in town and sets the scene
for stress-free meetings in a stylish environment. The 'Meet
at The Met' package available now until end of the year,
include the following :
Welcome cocktail in the exclusive Met Bar
Overnight accommodation in an oversized Metropolitan Room
Breakfast at Cy'an or Glow
Full day meeting package includes two coffee breaks and
lunch
Herbal tea on arrival
Fresh tropical fruit plate
Complimentary use of gym, hydro pool, steam rooms and
outdoor lap pool
Complimentary Yoga/Stretch class
COMO Shambhala --
A sanctuary where mind, body and spirit are nurtured
holistically. The Metropolitan, Bangkok, understands its
guests are on high-octane schedules. To counteract the
pressure, we have opened a COMO Shambhala Urban Escape at
the hotel - our largest city retreat yet - dedicated to your
continued wellbeing. In addition to a gym, we have steam
rooms, a hydro pool, 20m outdoor lap pool and yoga studio,
with 10 treatment areas where guests can indulge in
Asian-inspired, holistic therapies originally developed at
our sister resort, COMO Shambhala Estate at Begawan Giri in
Bali.
Treatments include reflexology and Thai massage, all
delivered by experienced, specialized practitioners. In
addition, we can arrange for private instruction in yoga, or
personal trainers.
Services --
Creative, intelligent staff are quick to solve, fast to
assist. The Metropolitan, Bangkok, is one of the few design
hotels that knows the value of image but doesn't compromise
on service. Which is why we are fast becoming the number one
choice among the music, media and fashion industries. Our
staff, dressed in Yohji Yamamoto liveries, are energetic,
savvy and cosmopolitan. The Guest Services team will
also give you the insider track on what's happening in
Bangkok, where the best restaurants are, shows and gallery
openings.
Other Guest Services --
24-hour room service
Daily maid service and evening turndown
Laundry, dry cleaning and pressing
Shoe cleaning
Express check-out
Secretarial and translation services
Full service business centre
Valet parking
Foreign exchange
Limousine, car rental and airline reservations
Theatre, golf and restaurant reservations
Personalized shopping itineraries
Gift wrapping, courier services and mail
The COMO Concierge --
The COMO Concierge represents our commitment to a guest's
experience of Bangkok, a specific, up-to-the-minute service
recommending things to see and do in and around the capital.
A landmark address for Bangkok's most happening hotel.
The location of the Metropolitan, Bangkok, allows guests to
experience the best of both worlds - the energy of this lively
metropolis, and serene escapism within the hotel's calming confines.
It is positioned at one remove from Bangkok's traffic yet steps
from the city's buzzing nightlife, tucked away on South Sathorn Road
in the city's Central Business District. This is minutes from
Bangkok's main shopping areas and a 40-minute drive to the
International Airport.
We can arrange airport transfers, car
hire, private drivers for the duration of your stay, onward air or
train travel. Please contact the hotel if we can help ease the way.
