Bangkok's BEST Sabai Sathorn Apartment: Unbeatable Views & Luxury!
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the glorious, sometimes messy, and undeniably luxurious world of Bangkok's BEST Sabai Sathorn Apartment: Unbeatable Views & Luxury! Forget the carefully curated travel blogs – this is the real deal. I'm talking unfiltered, honest-to-goodness opinions from someone who's actually been there. And let me tell you, I've got stories… lots of them.
First Impressions: Arrival & Accessibility (or, How I Almost Face-Planted into a Fountain)
Okay, so the website promised ease of access. And… mostly, it delivered. The elevator made getting up to my room a breeze (vital after a long flight and approximately 17 hours of airport food). The fact that it's a hotel chain gave a sense of professionalism, and, frankly, the facilities for disabled guests were a definite plus, though I didn't personally need them. The car park [on-site] was a godsend, because Bangkok traffic is… well, it's an experience. I think I aged five years during the drive from the airport, a journey made easier by the option of airport transfer. I did spot a car power charging station, which is a nice touch for the eco-conscious.
The accessibility itself within the apartment was great. Wide doorways and, well, you get the idea. Someone clearly thought about these things. My only minor gripe (and it's a nitpick, honestly) was that the entry to the lobby had a teeny, tiny little lip, like, literally the size of my pinkie nail. I almost tripped over it on arrival, which would have been a less-than-graceful entrance, and the 24-hour front desk staff would've had the first impression of me, the clumsy tourist.
Rooms: My Sanctuary in the Sky (and the Coffee Maker That Saved My Sanity)
Alright, let’s talk about the room. The online photos… they don't do it justice. Seriously. The views were, as advertised, unbeatable. I'm talking panoramic, breathtaking, "I may never leave this room" kind of views. I stayed in one of the higher floors ( high floor ) and I'd get up early just to see Bangkok emerge from the morning mist. Non-smoking rooms were a MUST for me and I was really glad to see that they took those policies seriously, I'm one of those that want to breath clean air, and not the other kind of clean air.
The room itself? Pure bliss. Air conditioning that actually worked (a Bangkok necessity), a seriously comfy bed, and a godsend of a coffee/tea maker. Let's be honest: jet lag is a beast, and the coffee saved my sanity more than once. There were lovely little touches, too, like robes and slippers, and a super comfy sofa where I spent hours, just gazing out at the city. The blackout curtains meant I could finally sleep in without the glaring sun, and the soundproofing was fantastic. I slept like a baby, even with the bustling city below.
The bathroom, oh the bathroom! Perfectly appointed. The separate shower/bathtub was divine, and the toiletries were of good quality; I also had a hair dryer! Linens were crisp and clean, and the water pressure was great. The mirror was huge, and I found the scale as a useful tool to keep my eating habits in check. Daily housekeeping kept everything immaculate, including the daily disinfection in common areas.
The Internet Saga: From Frustration to… Actually, Pretty Good?
Internet access – wireless was advertised, and (thankfully) it worked. There was also Internet access – LAN and Internet services available, but let's be real, who uses those anymore unless they're trying to stream a movie on a dial-up connection (shudder). I was so happy to see free Wi-Fi in all rooms! and it was a lifesaver.
Look, let's be honest, the first day the Wi-Fi was a little… wonky. It kept dropping out, and I was seriously considering throwing my laptop out the window (metaphorically, of course – I'm not that dramatic). But then I called the front desk, and they sorted it out quickly. After that, it was smooth sailing. And honestly, in a city like Bangkok, a reliable internet connection is a necessity.
Food Glorious Food: From Buffet Bliss to Pad Thai Perfection (and the Dessert That Nearly Destroyed Me)
Right, let's talk food. Because, let's be real, food is a HUGE part of the Bangkok experience.
Breakfast [buffet]. This was my morning ritual. The Asian breakfast options were amazing, and the Western breakfast options were pretty solid too. The coffee was hot and plentiful, the pastries were flaky and delicious, and the vast array of fruit? Heaven. Breakfast takeaway service was also a nice touch for those crazy-early mornings (or serious hangovers).
Restaurants. The restaurants on-site offered Asian cuisine in restaurant and even International cuisine in restaurant, and the A la carte in restaurant was perfect for picky eaters. I had some seriously good Pad Thai. There was a salad in restaurant to get a healthy bite, and the soup in restaurant was a great start to all meals. They also offered a Vegetarian restaurant, and plenty of meal options.
The Poolside Bar. The ultimate luxury? Sipping a cocktail with that killer view. The poolside bar was my happy place. They also have a bar, and there was a happy hour, they also provided bottle of water, no complaints from me!
Room Service [24-hour]. After a long day of temple hopping, the ability to order food to my room was a lifesaver. And, surprisingly, the food was good. They even had desserts in restaurant!
The Coffee Shop. Just a quick stop for my coffee craving, also served snacks.
Snack bar for a quick bite.
Now, the Dessert Disaster: I ordered a chocolate dessert. I took one bite, and I thought it was the best thing I’d ever eaten. I ate the whole thing. I won’t reveal it here, but the dessert was too good. Suffice to say, I regretted that decision for approximately the next three hours. A word to the wise: portion control, my friends. Portion control.
Relaxation Station: Spa-tastic (But I Could’ve Used a Nap Too)
Okay, so, this is where Sabai Sathorn truly shines. This place is designed for relaxation.
- Swimming pool . It's beautiful, with the most incredible pool with view.
- Fitness center with a Gym/fitness.
- Spa. The spa itself was an oasis of calm. I indulged in a massage, and it was pure bliss. If you have to, I recommend the Body scrub and Body wrap treatments. I didn't get around to the foot bath, but I'm sure it was amazing. They also had a Sauna, Spa/saunaand Steamroom
Things to Do (Besides Eating and Sleeping): Activities and Conveniences
Besides the incredible pool and spa, there was plenty to keep me entertained:
- Concierge
- Luggage storage
- Cash withdrawal
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry service
- Ironing service
- Safety deposit boxes
- Meeting/banquet facilities were available.
- Business facilities which included Xerox/fax in business center
Cleanliness and Safety: My OCD Mind Was at Peace
The cleanliness and safety protocol were impressive. I was especially happy to see the use of Anti-viral cleaning products and the fact that rooms sanitized between stays. Safe dining setup and Sanitized kitchen and tableware items. The Staff trained in safety protocol and that they were all extremely professional and helpful was a huge plus. Hand sanitizer was readily available, and the staff were masked (and generally, the other things were covered). I had a feeling that the staff and the management took it seriously.
Services and Conveniences
- Convenience store was a nice addition.
- Currency exchange which helps out a lot.
- Daily housekeeping and the Daily disinfection in common areas
Final Verdict: Book It. Now.
Listen, I was genuinely sad to leave Sabai Sathorn. The unbeatable views lived up to the hype, the comfort was exceptional, and the amenities were fantastic. The staff were friendly, helpful, and genuinely seemed to care about making my stay amazing. There will be something in everyone's flavor: from the bar to the coffee shop, from the swimming pool to the spa/sauna, they have you covered.
But, there is always a BUT
**Here's the deal:
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups. This isn't your sterile, perfectly-curated travel guide. This is the real deal - a chaotic, messy, and hopefully hilarious account of my time at the Sabai Sathorn Serviced Apartment in Bangkok. Consider this less a schedule, and more a confession of a woman who clearly has issues with time management… and an unhealthy love of Pad Thai.
Bangkok Babble: Sabai Sathorn & Beyond (A Trainwreck in Time)
Day 1: Arrival & Delusions of Grandeur (aka "Jetlagged Me vs. Bangkok's Humidity")
- Time: Let's be honest, "Time" is merely a suggestion at this point. Arriving sometime around noon (or as close as I can get after circling the airport baggage claim for 20 minutes, convinced my bag was abducted by aliens).
- Transport: SkyTrain straight from the airport – yay! Feeling like a seasoned pro (because I'd watched one YouTube video). Actually getting on the correct train? A minor miracle. Navigation skills: still rusty.
- Arrival at Sabai Sathorn: Initial impressions? Swoon. Seriously, it's prettier than the pictures. The lobby is all zen and minimalist… which immediately makes me feel messy. Check-in was smoother than I expected, considering I was basically wandering in a daze. Got the key, stumbled to my room and dropped my bags. The air conditioning? A godsend. My internal temperature was approximately that of the sun. First thought: "I deserve a beer."
- The Room: Okay, so I booked a "studio apartment". More like a chic, spacious haven. Kitchenette! Balcony! (And the thought of sitting on said balcony immediately makes me break into a swampy sweat). My first attempt at unpacking devolved into a pile of clothes and a half-eaten bag of crisps. Standard.
- Evening Escapade (or, "Losing My Way and Loving It"): Convinced myself a casual stroll to "nearby" Lumpini Park was a good idea. Turns out, "nearby" translates to "a solid 40-minute walk in 95% humidity." Let's just say I arrived looking like I'd gone swimming in my clothes. But the park itself? Gorgeous. The giant monitor lizards wandering around? Mildly terrifying, wildly fascinating. Got utterly lost on the way back (naturally). Randomly stumbled across a street food stall selling something that looked suspiciously like fried bugs. Chickened out. Ordered Pad Thai instead. BEST. DECISION. EVER.
- Emotionally: The jetlag is kicking in. Feeling blissful, exhausted, slightly terrified, and deeply in love with Thai food.
Day 2: Temples, Taxis, and Total Chaos
- Morning: Woke up feeling… alive! (Also, covered in sweat). Coffee on the balcony – a moment of zen before the day's insanity.
- Temple Time: Taxi to Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn). Negotiating with the driver? An art form I have yet to master. Ended up paying what felt like a small fortune, but whatever. The temple itself was breathtaking. (The crowds? Less so). Taking pictures? More like constantly being in pictures, as hordes of tourists jostled and posed.
- Lunchtime Fiasco: Found a tiny, non-descript restaurant near the temple. The menu was only in Thai. Pointed randomly at a dish. Ended up with something incredibly spicy and delicious (I think it may have contained a whole chili pepper – still trying to confirm). My face was on fire, but I powered through. No regrets.
- Afternoon of Errands and Regrets: Decided to hit a local market. Big mistake. The smells! The noise! The sheer amount of stuff! Got overwhelmed (and probably slightly lost my mind). Ended up buying a ridiculous souvenir (a pair of elephant pants that make me look like a walking pillow). Still no clue what I'll do with them.
- Evening: Back at the apartment, trying to download the Grab app. Failed. Ordered takeout instead. The delivery guy showed up on a scooter, looking like a superhero. He should. Because I was starving.
- Emotional Rollercoaster: Moments of pure awe followed by crushing bouts of indecision. Mild anxiety about getting lost, and a constant, simmering joy at being exactly where I am (even if "where I am" is generally confused).
Day 3: River Cruise & Reality Bites
- Morning: Woke up feeling (and smelling) like a walking rainforest. Decided to get my act together (lol). Managed a quick swim in Sabai Sathorn's pool! It's gorgeous, quiet, and felt utterly divine. Like, a religious experience.
- River Cruise: Found a boat tour on the Chao Phraya River. Romantic, they said. Scenic, they said. The reality? A crowded boat, a slightly seasick feeling, and a lot of temples starting to blend together (though the Grand Palace was pretty spectacular, I must admit). The best part? Watching a group of monks take selfies with me. Hilarious.
- Lunchtime: Chasing street food is hard work. Ended up at a food court in a mall (yes, I know, touristy). But the food was cheap and the air conditioning blasting. Necessary.
- Afternoon: A massive downpour. Like, a biblical deluge. Was trapped in my room for hours. Read a book, ate some fruit I bought the day before, and considered my life choices. Wondered if I should have invested in a better rain jacket.
- Evening: Decided to try a cooking class. Disaster. I cannot cook. The instructor was very patient with my chaotic attempts at making green curry. The food itself? Pretty good, actually. Maybe I can learn. Maybe.
- Emotional Breakdown (of sorts): Exhausted. Overwhelmed. But also… profoundly grateful. The small frustrations, the near-misses, the moments of disorientation… they all add up to this incredible experience.
Day 4: Relax, Recharge, Regret
- Morning: SLEEP IN! Finally!
- The apartment The gym? Yes. The pool is my life!
- Afternoon: Tried to go to the market but decided to take a massage - it was incredible.
- Evening: Pad Thai, delivered to my balcony, as if the universe knew.
The Final Verdict:
Sabai Sathorn? A solid base camp for my Bangkok adventure. Clean, comfortable, well-located. Perfect for a messy, imperfect traveler like myself. Would recommend. Would return. Probably will return. Because this city? It's got its claws in me, and I don't want them to let go. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to find a way to get these elephant pants home… and figure out what the hell I'm going to do with them. Maybe wear them to the airport? Who knows. Bangkok, you crazy, beautiful, chaotic place.
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Bangkok's BEST Sabai Sathorn Apartment: Unbeatable Views & Luxury! (Seriously, I'm Still Recovering) - FAQs (with a LOT of rambling)
So, is it *really* as good as the pictures make it look? That panoramic view, I mean...
Okay, deep breath. The pictures? Yeah, they're good. But the *reality*? Dude. They. Don't. Even. Come. Close. I'm telling you, the first time I walked into that apartment, I legitimately gasped. Like, full-on, embarrassing air-whooshing, jaw-dropping gasp. I think my sunglasses almost fell off. And the worst (or best?) part? It's *better* at night. All those twinkling city lights… it's like staring into a cosmic disco ball. I swear, I spent the first hour just wandering around with a wine glass in my hand, bumping into furniture because my brain was fried from sheer magnificence. There’s a *reason* they call it the "panoramic view" – it's basically your entire world, spread out before you. Forget therapy, just stare at the city lights. Done. Solved. And then, the humidity hits, and you think, "Well, Bangkok, you're something else," and then you grin again and keep on staring.
Is it actually *luxurious* or just… fancy-ish? I've been burned before.
Alright, let's get down to brass tacks. "Luxury" is a word thrown around like free beer at a convention. But Sabai Sathorn? This place *delivers*. We're talking sleek, modern design. Think minimalist chic meets "I-can-afford-to-be-minimalist-chic." Everything is top-notch – the furniture is comfortable, the sheets are like sleeping on clouds (seriously, I may have considered smuggling one out), and the bathroom is... *chef's kiss*. The fluffy white towels that are like spa-grade! A moment there I felt so good, so relaxed, so at peace, then my own little annoying inner commentary began: "Oh no, I'm probably going to mess up the pristine white tiles! Wait, am I using the right lotion? Should I be appreciating this more? Is it enough to have a good life just to feel good...?" See? Even luxury brings out the neuroses. But hey, that's life, isn't it? And then I just took a deep breath and enjoyed it.
What about the location? Is it convenient for getting around and exploring Bangkok?
Okay, so Sathorn. It's fantastic. Super central, easy access to the BTS Skytrain, which is your BEST friend in Bangkok traffic (trust me, I spent *hours* stuck in it). You're close to all the action – the markets, the temples, the ridiculous rooftop bars (yes, go to those, but *pace yourself*). And the best part? You're not *in* the crazy, chaotic heart of the city. It's a bit of a sanctuary, a place to escape the sensory overload. I could walk out for a little while, feel the buzz of the traffic, and then retreat back to my apartment. It was just amazing. Almost perfect... but I'll get to that later with my rant about the construction.
Any downsides? Because nothing's perfect, right?
*Sigh*. Okay, fine. Here comes the rant. The ONE, TINY, GLARING flaw… and it almost ruins EVERYTHING. **THE CONSTRUCTION.** There was some… building going on. Right next door. And "building" is putting it mildly. It was like a metal-on-metal symphony of jackhammers, clanging, and what sounded suspiciously like a baby elephant being tortured. It started EARLY. Like, 7 AM early. Which is absolutely brutal when you're trying to sleep off a delightful night. I swear, one morning, I woke up to a particularly aggressive thwack and yelled (loudly, probably scaring the housekeeper): "IS THAT A FREAKING CRANE ARM?!?" It was. So, yeah. The construction. Be prepared. Maybe bring earplugs. Or, you know, a whole soundproof room. If you're lucky, it'll be done soon. If not, just embrace the chaos and use it as an excuse to order more coffee. Seriously, though... that was the only downside. And it could be VERY noisy. But, even with the construction, I'd still go back. The view... it's just THAT good.
What kind of amenities are available? Pool? Gym? Breakfast? Stuff like that…
Oh, yeah, the amenities. They're… solid. There's a pool. It's lovely, and the view from there is also pretty sweet. I mostly used the pool for sitting and thinking. Because, yes, even I need a time to be alone with my thoughts, and also, I like the sun. There's also a gym. And, to be honest, the thought of going to the gym on vacation made me need a nap. But, hey, if you're into that kind of thing, go for it. Breakfast wasn't included, but the kitchen in my apartment was fully equipped, so I made my own. Which was fun, even though that was a little complicated, too, seeing how much I've been spoiled in the past. And then there was the local street food, right outside... Basically the food of the Gods. So, yeah. Amenities are good. Not the main attraction, but definitely a nice bonus.
Is it worth the price? It probably costs a small fortune, right?
Okay, so... yes. It's not *cheap*. But think about it this way: You're paying for an experience. A *transformative* experience, potentially. And the price, honestly, when you break it down, felt like a steal for what I got. The views alone... the feeling of waking up every morning in that apartment... it was worth it. Also, it felt worth it after realizing how much I saved by *not* buying overpriced smoothies from the hotel down the street. What's more... Bangkok is a city where you *can* live like royalty for the price of a regular Joe. So, the value is there. Even if you have to scrape and save (and maybe eat instant noodles for a month after, like I might have done). Seriously, the memories... You can't put a price on that sky twinkling and knowing the world is beautiful. I'd do it again in a heartbeat. Probably. And I'm already figuring out how I can, too.
Any tips for first-timers?
Okay, wisdom from a slightly traumatized (but incredibly happy) returning warrior:
- **Embrace the chaos.** Bangkok is a sensory overload. Just roll with it.
- **Learn a few basic Thai phrases.** "Sawasdee" (hello), "Khop khun" (thank you), "Aroy mak" (delicious!) will get you far.
- **Bargain. (Politely!)**Trip Hotel HubSabai Sathorn Serviced Apartment Bangkok Thailand
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