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The Siam Hotel to Debut June 2012

In the city of Bangkok where travelers are already spoiled for choice, The Siam will exceed expectations of even the most jaded jetsetter. Scheduled to open in June 2012, this Chao Praya riverside property and newest member of Small Luxury Hotels will redefine the luxury boutique and urban resort categories.

Privately owned and managed by Siam Hotels and Resorts, this 2.8-acre, 39-key retreat is an all-suite property featuring the Kingdom’s most spacious rooms (between 830 and 1,750 square feet) and promises to transport guests to a bygone serenity with contemporary comforts. Nestled among Bangkok’s historic palaces, temples and museums – all must-see sights – in the royal Dusit district, The Siam is a smooth 45-minute limousine ride from Suvarnabhumi airport, 20 minutes to the city’s main shopping artery at Siam Paragon, and a relaxing 15-minute boat ride to the nearest BTS sky train station at Taksin Bridge.

The Siam is conceived by owner and Thai celebrity, Krissada Sukosol Clapp, together with globally acclaimed architect, interior and landscape designer Bill Bensley, one of Architectural Digest’s Top 100 Designers and Most Creative People. The architecture of the Main Residence draws inspiration from Paris’ Musée d’Orsay through its white wood and glass façade, which provides plenty of natural light and ventilation. The overall setting reflects the time of Bangkok’s greatest grandeur under King Rama V, progressing into the prolific Art Deco era. Of The Siam, Bensley says, “My studio team has designed some 150 plus hotels and resorts worldwide, and we have received many accolades, but I am most excited about The Siam, as I know it is going to turn heads of the oh-so-competitive hospitality market of tomorrow.”

Discerning travelers may choose to stay in one of 16 Siam (standard) or 12 Mae Nam (river view) Suites in the Main Residence or play in one of 10 Private Pool Villas with a Thai, Chinese or Colonial ambience. For an ultimately unique experience, dine or stay in one of four traditional, Thai teakwood houses brought to Bangkok by Jim Thompson from the ancient capital of Ayutthaya for his socialite friend and fellow antique collector, Connie Mangskau. These Siamese homes on stilts hosted an array of cosmopolitan characters in their heyday, including Jacqueline Kennedy. Each of these spacious rooms is individually designed with original antiques and artwork from turn of the century Siam.

Although very intimate in nature, The Siam still has many gorgeous facilities, including a comprehensive spa and hammam; a period style library; a state of the art screening room; a stylish meeting room; a spacious gym with retro décor; an inspiring outdoor yoga sala; a breezy art gallery under a 14-meter-high glass arcade; a charming antique gift shop; a riverside infinity swimming pool with jacuzzi beds and poolside bar; an authentic Thai restaurant with cooking school in Connie’s houses; a lively Deco jazz bar with 24 hour international dining; a tranquil conservatory with roof garden; a private pier with Thai barge and luxury speedboat for chic cruising; a classic coffee house for good measure, and of course, Bensley’s sculpted and revered gardens throughout.

The Siam President and Owner Kamala Sukosol says, “As a family business, our hotels have personal meaning, and this one tops the list. After enjoying their respective careers outside the industry, the family members are working together again to build The Siam. For me, this is the crowning achievement of my 40-year hotel career.”