The Siam

Connie's Cottage, the century-old flagship residence, tells you immediately what kind of hotel this is. The Siam is a 39-suite boutique on the Chao Phraya, Bill Bensley-designed and family-owned, all Art Deco vintage and antique furniture at a moment when minimalism has exhausted everyone. Entry-level suites run 80 square meters with butler service. The hotel's own riverboat connects you to the city; a Muay Thai gym, spa, and bars handle the days you don't feel like leaving. A Michelin 3 Keys property and on the World's 50 Best Hotels list.