Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok

Master Hew

I reserved a stay at the Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok based on its advertised 5-star rating, but unfortunately, my experience did not fully meet those expectations. While the hotel has several outstanding elements, the fundamental room quality and amenities are significantly lacking. The Good: Exceptional Staff: The entire staff complement was wonderfully friendly, helpful, and attentive, which was a major positive of my stay. Beautiful Public Spaces: The interior of the main lobby and the hallway corridors were stylishly and contemporarily decorated. Stunning Lounge Areas: The lobby lounge and the rooftop skybar were both beautifully elegant and provided a truly sophisticated atmosphere. The Not-So-Good: ​The guest rooms were a disappointment. The furniture felt dirty and was noticeably outdated, which detracted significantly from the overall experience. Outside, the exterior walls of the building appeared filthy dirty and in need of serious cleaning, giving a poor first impression. ​For a hotel at this price point, the rooms lacked simple, modern conveniences. Not only were there no Bluetooth speakers and inadequate electrical sockets, but there was also no in-suite mini-bar, cold drinks, or snacks available in the room. Even the simple complimentary touches missed the mark: despite being provided, the three oranges in the room were green and completely unripe—absolutely disgusting. Finally, the lighting proved frustrating: walking into a pitch-dark room at night meant having to fumble around to locate the only accessible light switch, inconveniently placed on the bedside table. Conclusion: While the service and public areas shine, the condition and amenities of the guest rooms do not justify the hefty price tag attached. The hotel needs a significant refurbishment of its rooms and an exterior cleanup to truly live up to its 5-star rating and compete with contemporary luxury hotels in Bangkok.

Odd Arne Trones

Stayed at Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao and really enjoyed it. The hotel has that classic, slightly old-school charm, but everything feels elegant and well maintained. The room was comfortable with a great view, and the location is super convenient, right next to Central Plaza and the MRT. Only downside was the air conditioning – it stayed freezing cold no matter what we set it to, but we didn’t report it, so that’s on us. Overall though, a fantastic and classy hotel with great service and atmosphere. To conclude: I think the rooms are a bit dated and could benefit from some upgrades over the coming years to match other luxurious hotels in the Bangkok area before falling too far behind. Having all the lights controlled from a panel on the bedside has its advantages and disadvantages.

Mario Ali

The hotel is exceptionally clean and well-maintained, and the rooms are impressively soundproof. Breakfast offers a wide variety of delicious options, both local and Western. The property is conveniently connected to a shopping mall with plenty of cafés, restaurants, and a supermarket. Overall, I had a very pleasant stay and would happily return.

Volker U

We stayed at this hotel for a week and were absolutely delighted. The staff is exceptionally friendly, attentive, and accommodating—whether at the reception, concierge desk, in the restaurants, or by the pool. The pool area is on the smaller side, but it’s more than enough to spend a relaxing few hours. They serve a selection of tasty snacks and refreshing cocktails right by the pool. The entire property is spotless and extremely well maintained. The breakfast buffet is truly outstanding—one of the best we’ve ever had. It’s extensive, offering both international and local dishes. From sunny-side-up eggs and freshly made omelets to a variety of fresh fruits and salads, as well as authentic Thai cuisine with rice, soups, and different meat dishes—everything was delicious and beautifully presented. Our room was spacious and clean, the beds were comfortable, and the bathroom was spotless with a great shower and thoughtful little amenities. The fitness center was pleasantly air-conditioned, with modern and well-functioning equipment. The Blue Sky rooftop bar is wonderfully laid-back, offering fantastic views over the city while you enjoy delicious cocktails or snacks. The hotel is located a bit outside the city center, but taxis make it easy to get anywhere quickly. Since we were visiting friends in the area, the location was perfect for us. Beside, the hotel is directly connected with a large mall for shopping or a various choice in the food court. We will definitely be coming back!

Warren Redlich

Very nice place to stay. We got a very good deal for 10 nights, about 25,000 baht. Great restaurants inside, not cheap. But nowhere to go for breakfast before 10 am when Central Ladprao opens. Fitness is not bad with good set of dumbbells (up to maybe 40 kg?), smith machine, functional trainer and machines but no barbell bench press or free squat rack. Some kettlebells too. Feels a little small and tight inside. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Concierge is excellent. Central Ladprao next door is a large premium mall and next to that is BTS Ha Yaek Ladprao station. Also skywalk to Union Mall and MRT Phahon Yothin.