Bangkok’s most trendy neighbourhood
Ploenchit is a dynamic district in the heart of Bangkok, blending modernity and tradition. Once known for embassies along Wireless Road, it has evolved into a trendy hub with luxury malls like Central Embassy and the massive One Bangkok, now a hotspot for shopping and dining with countless restaurants inside. Langsuan Road, just nearby, has become Bangkok’s trendy dining street, featuring over 40 upmarket restaurants offering diverse cuisines. The area also includes Velaa Sindhorn Village, a stylish community mall, and Lumpini Park for a green escape. Ploenchit is perfect for exploring Bangkok’s vibrant culture, upscale dining, and modern city life.
Shopping in Ploenchit
Beyond the immense embassies, Ploenchit is home to many shopping malls. Among the oldest are the slowly vanishing Amarin Plaza and Erawan. Central Chidlom managed to stay in trend, especially since it connects to its luxury sibling Central Embassy. Gaysorn, just opposite CentralWorld (in the Siam area), has recently been renovated and gained a second life. The gigantic ‘One Bangkok‘ takes the Bangkok shopping experience to a new level next to Lumpini Park.
Where to Stay in Ploenchit
Ploenchit and its nearby Soi Langsuan are among Bangkok’s most vibrant areas, offering a mix of luxury, convenience, and style. The Ploenchit neighborhood is home to many upscale hotels, all within easy reach of BTS stations Ploenchit, Chidlom and Ratchadamri, shopping malls like Central Embassy, and the vast Lumpini Park.
Soi Langsuan stands out with its great selection of more than 40 trendy restaurants serving from casual Thai food to fine international cuisine. After dinner, Ploenchit has several rooftop bars where you can enjoy creative cocktails with stunning city views, making it a great area to explore both day and night.
Featured Hotel in Ploenchit
Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok boasts 274 oversized rooms and suites, each with a private balcony and a top location just minutes away from Lumpini Park. Rooms are spacious and luxurious, with amenities like freestanding bathtubs, walk-in closets, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Executive Club Room guests enjoy access to the executive lounge.
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The Rooftops
Bangkok seems to have such a passion for rooftops that no new tall building would miss the opportunity to join the race. There are just a few in Ploenchit: Speakeasy at The Muse Langsuan, Char at Indigo Hotel on Wireless Road, Bar.Yard at Kimpton Hotel on Tonson Street and Sindhorn Midtown, as well as Langsuan. The Japanese Okura Hotel also features two rooftops, but most people miss them because they seem so exclusive, and one is part of a restaurant. There is a very high rooftop at the Grand Hyatt Hotel above the Central Embassy, but the tall glass walls make it difficult to enjoy significant views.
Restaurants in Ploenchit
The list of restaurants to try around Ploenchit is endless, including a dozen Michelin mentions or even Stars, from local eateries (Polo Fried Chicken) to modern cuisine (Paste) and some extravagant dining experiences (Royal Osha). Don’t miss the ever-growing dining street of Bangkok with our Langsuan Road Dining Guide.
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