Riva Arun Bangkok

Hotels
9.3 (495 reviews)
392/26 Maharaj Road, Phraborom Maharajawang, Pranakorn , Bangkok , th

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Cooking class
Front desk (limited hours)
Free wired internet
Internet access
Housekeeping on request

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent location
Clean rooms
Great amenities
Cons:
Some room sizes are small

Categories

Cleanliness
9.34
Multiple reviews praised the cleanliness of the rooms, stating they were spotlessly clean.
Service
9.81
The staff was consistently described as friendly, helpful, and went out of their way to assist guests.
Location
9.35
Guests highlighted the hotel's excellent location with views of Wat Arun and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.8
Rooms were described as comfortable but some found them slightly small.
Amenities
9.33
The hotel offers a beautiful rooftop bar and restaurant, adding to a positive experience.
Value for Money
8.79
Considered to provide good value given the quality of service and location.
Food and Beverage
9.34
The breakfast quality and variety were praised, enhancing the overall experience.
Overall Experience
9.61
Overall experiences were positive, with guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 09:47

Property Description

Stunning River Views and Stylish Rooms
Perfectly set across the Chao Phraya river with stunning views of Wat Arun, Riva Arun offers stylish rooms equipped with a wide range of facilities. All rooms feature comfortable bed options, air conditioning, and en suite bathrooms with premium shower amenities.

Delightful Dining Experience by the River
Indulge in delectable food served in a charming atmosphere at the on-site open-air restaurant adjacent to the river. Enjoy your meal with picturesque views and a relaxing ambiance.

Convenient Location and Complimentary Amenities
Located within walking distance to Tha Tien Pier and the Museum of Siam, Riva Arun offers easy access to nearby attractions. Additionally, all guests can stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Ready to experience the beauty of the Chao Phraya river at Riva Arun Bangkok? Book your stay now for a memorable riverside retreat.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 495 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.34
Service: 9.81
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 9.33
Value for Money: 8.79
Food and Beverage: 9.34
Overall Experience: 9.61
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Marcel couple nl
7
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Andreas couple de
9
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
C
Cheryl couple us
10
A Waterfront Gem in the Heart of Bangkok
Pros:

We absolutely LOVED Riva Arun. The location is simply perfect — an ideal base for exploring the stunning nearby temples, with great restaurants within walking distance, a safe and welcoming neighborhood, and easy access to the rest of the city via water taxi or train. There's even a 7-Eleven around the corner for water and supplies, which sounds like a small thing until you actually need it.

The staff were warm, welcoming, and genuinely helpful at every turn.

But the true star of the stay was our waterfront room. It was one of the pricier hotels on our trip, and the room itself is compact — but the view? Absolutely off the charts. Worth every penny. We would return without hesitation and recommend it to anyone visiting Bangkok.

Above Riva, the hotel restaurant: the breakfast was amazing, the dinner atmosphere was lovely, and the views are just as spectacular as the ones from the room.

Cons:

One small but worth-noting improvement: the bathroom commode light is controlled by the same switch as the bedroom light, meaning any middle-of-the-night trip disturbs whoever is sleeping. A separate switch would be an easy fix and make a real difference. We improvised a workaround with some electronics, but it shouldn't come to that.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
C
Cheryl couple us
10
A Waterfront Gem in the Heart of Bangkok
Pros:

We absolutely LOVED Riva Arun. The location is simply perfect — an ideal base for exploring the stunning nearby temples, with great restaurants within walking distance, a safe and welcoming neighborhood, and easy access to the rest of the city via water taxi or train. There's even a 7-Eleven around the corner for water and supplies, which sounds like a small thing until you actually need it.

The staff were warm, welcoming, and genuinely helpful at every turn.

But the true star of the stay was our waterfront room. It was one of the pricier hotels on our trip, and the room itself is compact — but the view? Absolutely off the charts. Worth every penny. We would return without hesitation and recommend it to anyone visiting Bangkok.

A separate review for their rooftop restaurant, Above Riva — the breakfast was amazing, the dinner atmosphere was lovely, and the views are just as spectacular as the ones from the room.

Cons:

One small but worth-noting improvement: the bathroom commode light is controlled by the same switch as the bedroom light, meaning any middle-of-the-night trip disturbs whoever is sleeping. A separate switch would be an easy fix and make a real difference. We improvised a workaround with some electronics, but it shouldn't come to that.

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
N
Niracha couple gb
9
Pros:

Nice view , staff lovely and very polite.

Cons:

Great view .

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
R
Richard solo_traveller ca
10
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
J
Jaka extended_group si
7
2026-04-03 via Nuitee
J
Jon couple gb
10
Amazing location, friendly staff, would recommend
Pros:

Location for the river and temples is amazing…

Cons:

No pool but expected given location

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
T
Tilo solo_traveller de
8
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
K
Killian couple ae
7
Bien
Pros:

La vue
L’emplacement
Le jacuzzi

Cons:

Le design de l’hôtel en dehors des chambres laisse à désirer
Toilettes et douches dans le placard

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Howard extended_group za
8
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
K
Karen couple ca
7
A great river front location. Perfect for major sightseeing attractions.
Pros:

Location was perfect. Staff was very welcoming and helpful

Cons:

We wish there had been a pool. The roof top bar/restaurant was closed for a private function.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
K
Katalin couple de
10
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
G
Gabriela solo_traveller pa
10
Lo recomiendo 100%
Pros:

La atención del personal es maravillosa. Excelente ubicación y el cuarto súper cómodo

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
T
Trinchero couple br
9
Pros:

A vista é maravilhosa e bem perto de 2 templos

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
G
Gillian couple gb
10
Perfect location and would return
Pros:

Lovely staff so polite and friendly

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
F
Flavia couple br
10
PERFEITO!!
Pros:

Nossa estadia foi simplesmente perfeita. Pegamos o quarto com vista para o Wat Arun e fez toda a diferença. Os funcionários sao muito simpáticos e prestativos. O cafe da manha é maravilhoso. A localização é perfeita, fizemos muitos passeios a pé. Eles recebem a gente com um cha tailandes e biscoitinhos típicos. Tem um restaurante em frente perfeito, estrela michelin. Foi a primeira parte da nossa lua de mel e só a agradecer!

Cons:

Gostei de tudo

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
G
Günter couple de
9
Perle am Fluss
Pros:

Am besten ist die Dachterrasse mit Bar und Restaurant und die Servieleute!!!
Gute Speisekarte, Wein im Ausschank (!) 👌
Die Lage direkt am Fluß und Anlegestelle.
Und der Blick auf Wat Arun!

Cons:

Zimmer super funktionell, doch auch eher klein.
Umgebung eben pft überfüllt mit Touris und Verkehr.....

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
T
Thomas couple de
10
Pros:

Perfekte Lage und sehr freundliches Personal.

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
M
Malgorzata couple gb
10
Fabulous hotel in great location
Pros:

Fantastic hotel in the best location. Very convenient to explore beautiful Bangkok. Very friendly and helpful staff.

2026-03-11 via Nuitee