Shanghai Mansion

Many Thais have Chinese ancestry, and this 1930s nod to Old Shanghai in a historic building along Chinatown’s main street aims to reflect this heritage.

The dramatic courtyard is enlivened by enchanting bird-cage lanterns, while the exotic rooms are decorated with Chinese screens and colourful cushions made from cheongsam fabrics.

Chinese books and draughts boards fill the library, and a delicious Chinese-inspired afternoon tea, and jazz bands at the Shanghai Terrace bar complete the look.

The location in the heart of historic Chinatown is superb. Sights are a stroll away and the river is close for ferries. There’s no swimming pool, but you can cool down by the water garden.