{"id":5103,"date":"2023-11-23T14:23:51","date_gmt":"2023-11-23T07:23:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thailand-real-review.com\/en\/?p=5103"},"modified":"2024-10-09T16:01:09","modified_gmt":"2024-10-09T09:01:09","slug":"ultimate-luxury-review-of-the-executive-suite-at-kimpton-maa-lai-bangkok","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thailand-real-review.com\/en\/5103.html","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Luxury: Review of the Executive Suite at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Hello, everyone I am Chifumi Maeda, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

a Japanese female president living in Bangkok.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thank you, guys, for visiting this <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTrue comments from Japanese female presidents living in Thailand\u201d blog<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The other day, we celebrated our wedding anniversary and my birthday <\/p>\n\n\n\n

which happen to fall on the very same day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We often travel on our anniversaries, and last year we went to Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We had our anniversary dinner at Ms. Jigger.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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As we didn’t have time to travel on leisurely this year, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

we\u2019ve decided to celebrate the occasion in Bangkok <\/p>\n\n\n\n

by staying at the Kimpton Maa-Lai Hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I am an IHG member and had accumulated stay points, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and since the points expiration date was approaching, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve decided to use the free night award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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However, since there are not many room categories <\/p>\n\n\n\n

to choose from with the free night award, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve directly contacted the hotel in advance <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and asked for an upgrade to a suite, which I will be paying for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There was a problem at check-in, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and I thought about canceling my stay and going home, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but the Duty Manager was kind and helpful, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and thanks to him we were able to relax and enjoy the stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exploring Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok: An Insider’s Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Story Behind Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok: A Legacy of Luxury<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is a Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants branded hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This boutique hotel brand was founded in 1981 in San Francisco, USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Today, Kimpton has more than 60 hotels<\/p>\n\n\n\n

and more than 80 restaurants, bars and lounges,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

with expansion plans in Europe, the Caribbean, China<\/p>\n\n\n\n

and other locations around the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kimpton was named one of FORTUNE Magazine\u2019s<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201c100 Best Companies to Work For\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

and became part of Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) in January 2015.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok had the distinction of being the first hotel<\/p>\n\n\n\n

to opened in Southeast Asia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

under the Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants brand,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

which debuted in Thailand in 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Innovative Elegance: The Distinctive Appeal of Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The term MAA-LAI, pronounced \u2018maa-lai\u2019,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

is inspired by the traditional artistry of Thailand and means \u2018delicacy\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This delicacy and creativity is particularly evident in the heart of Thai art,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

the creation of floral garlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Each space in the Kimpton is meticulously curated down to the smallest detail,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 inviting guests to share in the extraordinary experience the hotel has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The hotel is located in the heart of Bangkok, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

surrounded by the lush green Lumphini Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Offering a refreshing feel and relaxing garden views, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and is harmonizes modern city life with nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A perfect blend of traditional Thai atmosphere and Bangkok’s modern lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok’s Premier Services and Amenities: An Extensive Review<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At the Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok, various amenities<\/p>\n\n\n\n

and facilities are available to cater to guests\u2019 needs and preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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These offerings include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Party Spaces: The hotel offers stylish and trendy party spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bars: Multiple bars are scattered throughout the hotel,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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is a coffee hub, cocktail bar, and craft beer center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It provides both indoor and outdoor seating with beautiful garden views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ms. Jigger<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian-style bar and restaurant on the hotel\u2019s L floor,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

designed in a modern chic style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On this stay, we had my and our anniversary dinner at this restaurant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The bar counter appears in front of our eyes as soon as we went in the restaurant.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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As it was the celebration occasion, we toasted with champagne.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Chef’s recommendation: Yellowtail carpaccio<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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The lighting was neither too bright nor too dark, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

the atmosphere was cosy, and of course the food was delicious, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

making us want to come back again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A restaurant concept called Grocerant, located on the 5th floor,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

combines groceries and a restaurant. It offers fresh<\/p>\n\n\n\n

and diverse ingredients sourced directly from the fields to the kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I once introduced Sunday brunch which is held at this restaurant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This rooftop bar is located on the 40th-floor sky deck,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

providing stunning views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Additionally, the hotel offers spa services, a gym, a swimming pool,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

and more for relaxation and recreation. What\u2019s more,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

the Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is a pet-friendly hotel,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ready to welcome everyone\u2019s furry friends!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can read the<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cExperience the Best Afternoon Tea at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unmatched 360-Degree View from the 30th Floor.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n

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There are many attractive facilities, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but since the room was comfortable and we were there only for one night, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

we spent relaxing time in our room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now, I would like to talk about the Executive Suite, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

which is the main theme of this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok Experience: Luxury Accommodation Redefined<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Discovering the Best Room for Your Stay at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok has 362 guest rooms, including residences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The rooms are divided into the following nine categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Essential Room\uff0848 square meters\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Premium Room\uff0867 square meters\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maa-Lai Suite\uff0883 square meters\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Junior Suite\uff0887 square meters\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Executive Suite\uff08108 square meters\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Embassy Suite\uff08124 square meters\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two-Bedroom Embassy Suite\uff08171 square meters\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Family Suite\uff08167 square meters\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bill Kimpton Suite\uff08320 square meters\uff09<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Studio type Essential Room and Premium Room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is divided into suites with one or more bedrooms and a dining area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This time, we stayed in the Executive Suite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Room Amenities at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok: Beyond the Basics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Basically, all room categories have the same amenities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bath amenities are from HARNN, a proud spa brand from Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Actually, the reason we chose Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok this time was <\/p>\n\n\n\n

because the bathroom amenities were specially created for Kimpton Maa-Lai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I was wondering what kind of scent it would have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It has an exotic scent with a hint of spiciness, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

which made my shower time very enjoyable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The bathrobe is designed by Christian Develter and features bold colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although the artist is an artist based in Belgium, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

the artist has also held solo exhibitions in Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There is a gym and pool on the third floor, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but on the day we\u2019ve stayed, there were many guests <\/p>\n\n\n\n

so we didn’t use the facility, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but as the room was equipped with a yoga mat, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

so we used this mat to do some floor training to refresh ourselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Executive Suite we\u2019ve stayed this time had a bar counter <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and it was very easy to prepare coffee and tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The coffee was Nespresso.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This time, we\u2019ve stayed in the Executive Suite for just one night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We had told the hotel in advance that it was our wedding anniversary\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So the bed was nicely decorated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I think that this kind of hospitality in Thailand is so very wonderful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The room is divided into a living room and a bedroom, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and the bedroom has a door, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

so we were able to fall asleep in a fairly quiet environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The room we\u2019ve stayed was facing east, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but as the blackout curtains were so tight that <\/p>\n\n\n\n

we slept so soundly that we didn’t even notice when the sun came up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The greenery spread out below us which made us feel very refreshing, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

probably because we are used to seeing buildings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The entire room is made modern and functional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The chic colors are soothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It gives a very open feeling with high ceilings and large windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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During our stay, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I used this dining table to participate in online meetings and doing writing works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I often spent a lot of time at this dining table, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and it has come in quite handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Executive Suite is quite spacious, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but the bathroom was even more luxuriously spacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A bright space with natural light and a white theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A large mirror in the window that stretches all the way to the ceiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The luggage area is spacy occupying a large space <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and there is enough storage space even for long stay, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

so you won’t have any problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The shower has a rain shower and a hand shower, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and there is no problem with the amount of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The bathtub was quite wide and deep, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and the hot water flowed well filled up the tub in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The double sink was also very convenient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It’s hard to tell in the photo, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

but the door is a mirror door that you can see your whole body, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

so it was useful as a full-length mirror.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I laid out my yoga mat here and checked my training poses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although it wasn’t the original way to use a mirror, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

it was really nice to have a mirror that reflected my whole body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As the room was functional and had chic colors, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

we were able to spend a relaxing time in the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I think it’s a nice room that you won’t get tired of even if you stay for a long time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We were able to enjoy a completely different scenery just a few kilometers from home, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

and we were able to spend a wonderful anniversary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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