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"The Sukhothai brand takes its name from the historical capital of Thailand (now a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site), which means, “the dawn of happiness” in Sanskrit. And the second you step into the Sukhothai Bangkok, you might just feel transported there. The guest rooms, spa, swimming pool, and other facilities on the property are connected through a web of wandering paths that weave through lush gardens, intricate stonework calling back to ancient Thai sculpture, and lotus ponds jostling with mythically large lily pads. When Sukhothai Bangkok opened in 1991, it set the standard for luxury stays in the city, and today, it continues to uphold that standard with its fusion of old-school class and state-of-the-art amenities. Wood-paneled charcoal guest rooms are accentuated with jewel tone lighting fixtures and traditional centerpieces. The interplay of premium local materials such as marble, bronze, and teakwood extends to the dining areas where regular meals are made even more decadent with the bonus of afternoon teas and Sukhothai’s famous chocolate buffet." - CNT Editors