Temple of the Emerald Buddha - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Khaosan Road - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Wat Arun - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
Getting around
Bangkok (DMK-Don Mueang Intl.) - 45 min drive
Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) - 49 min drive
Bangkok Thonburi Station - 12 min drive
Yommarat - 12 min drive
Bangkok Train Station - 13 min drive
Sanam Chai Station - 5 min walk
Sam Yot Station - 18 min walk
Restaurants
The Deck by the River - 3 min walk
Supanniga Eating Room x Roots Coffee - 1 min walk
Slow Bar - 3 min walk
Amorosa - 3 min walk
The Sixth Restaurant & Café - 6 min walk
About this property
Riva Arun Bangkok
Riva Arun Bangkok offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Grand Palace and Wat Pho. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Above Riva, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a terrace. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers. Public transportation is close by: Sanam Chai Station is only 5 minutes on foot.
Languages
English, Thai
At a glance
Hotel size
25 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's menu
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Terrace
Reception hall
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Dressing gowns and slippers
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Turndown service
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Balcony
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Dining
Above Riva – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately THB 450 per person
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Riva Arun Bangkok Hotel
Riva Arun Hotel
Riva Arun Bangkok Hotel
Riva Arun Bangkok Bangkok
Riva Arun Bangkok Hotel Bangkok
Riva Arun Bangkok SHA Extra Plus
Frequently asked questions
Does Riva Arun Bangkok offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Riva Arun Bangkok does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Riva Arun Bangkok?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Riva Arun Bangkok?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Riva Arun Bangkok?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Riva Arun Bangkok and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Wat Pho (1-min walk) and Museum of Siam (4-min walk), along with Grand Palace (5-min walk) and Temple of the Emerald Buddha (0.9 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Riva Arun Bangkok?
Yes, Above Riva offers al fresco dining and international cuisine.
Does Riva Arun Bangkok have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Riva Arun Bangkok like?
Riva Arun Bangkok is a short 5-minute walk from Sanam Chai Station and 5 minutes' walk from Grand Palace. The local area is considered walkable, as well as being good for sightseeing.
Riva Arun Bangkok Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
10 November 2024
Superb service can’t make up for small rooms
Fantastic service but small room taken up mostly by bed. No chairs to sit. Walking distance to key tourist locations if you can tolerate the heat. Several restaurants In neighborhood.
Rattan
Rattan, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 August 2024
Easy access to the temples, palace and water taxis. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Wide array of dining options nearby. An excellent value.
mitchell
mitchell, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 August 2024
Fantastic location in the heart of the Grand Palace and Wat Po Temple. Beautiful property with modern rooms and a great view from the rooftop for breakfast and dinner.
Michael
Michael, 6-night trip with friends
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2024
Easy to get to MRT, famous places, 7-11, restaurants and local vendors. View of Wat Arun is beautiful and watching the boats & life on the river is cool.
Staff very friendly and professional.
Yomphana
Yomphana, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 July 2024
Benjamas
Benjamas, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 July 2024
Loved our stay overall! Amazing and wonderful staff! Great room service! Love the view and location with the river overseeing Wat Arun! Highly recommend!
Janine
Janine, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 July 2024
Excellent service from all of the staff! Our flight was majorly delayed and they were so accomodating with our change in plans. The hotel is in a nice, quiet area with easy access to the temple and grand palace. It was also convient for taking a river taxi. I highly recommend the Riva Arun!
William
William, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2024
Wonderful stay, outstanding service, and great location.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2024
Karyn
Karyn, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2024
Very nice hotel in great location next to many sights. Staff is very friendly and helpful with whatever you would like to arrange.
Nick
Nick, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 July 2024
We had a wonderful stay at Riva Arun. The staff greeted us immediately after our car arrived, and served us some Thai tea as we checked in. The staff were so kind, friendly and extremely helpful. The room was comfortable and clean. The location is superb - walkable to the Flower market, Wat Pho and the Grand Palace. A ferry stop was just a few steps away from the hotel entrance and took you right across the river to Wat Arun. Plus there are many restaurants to choose from. So convenient! Highly recommend!
Marissa
Marissa, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 June 2024
Great home base for exploring Bangkok! We were within walking distance to many popular sites. The food and views from the rooftop restaurant were incredible.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 June 2024
Kristin
Kristin, 3-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 June 2024
Soumya
Soumya, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
14 June 2024
Excellent little hotel within walking distance from the main tourist sights and temples. And not too forget 3 very good local restaurants just opposite the main entrance! Would have given a 5 star if the room was a little bit bigger. The staff are very friendly and helpful. They helped us booking transport from Bangkok to the river Kwai without taking any commission. Will definately come back.
Eric
Eric, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2024
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2024
Great location. My room had a view of Wat Arun right on the river. Restaurant was delicious. Staff was courteous and nice. Definitely recommend. Was able to walk to all the temples.
Jamila
Jamila, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2024
Great location, rooms and view. Mr Pink & staff were awesome and will come back to stay again.
richard
richard, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2024
The staff was Amazing, helpful and friendly. We stayed at room 203 and it was perfect for my girlfriend and I. The temples are a walking distance and there are shops and restaurants walking distance.
Esteban
Esteban, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 April 2024
Dont tell everyone about it
Totally recommend the location and unless you need a swimming pool, this is the undiscovered gem boutique hotel with excellent local restaurants within yards. Close to What Pho, Wat Arun and Grand Palace. The Khoisan Road is only 25 minutes walk away. The area itself is local and great restaurants very close by.
Darren
Darren, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 April 2024
Youll feel like a king or queen when you stay at this hotel. Exceptional service, great staff, ughmazing food!!!
Martin
Martin, 3-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 March 2024
An amazing hotel in every way!
It was a lovely hotel with a rooftop restaurant that had an incredible view! The staff were very accommodating and the location was great.
Barbara S.
Barbara S., 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 March 2024
Good
Sirikamol
Sirikamol, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 March 2024
Room was small, but the super attentive staff more than made up for it. Breakfasts on the roof were a great way to start the day.
Stewart
Stewart, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
6 March 2024
The property overlooked the river and temples. The temples were all lit up at night and the view was stunning. The hotel was within walking distance of The Grand Palace and ferry stops. There was a really lovely rooftop bar too.