subject: Thailands highest building & worlds 3rd highest hotel [print this page] Thailands highest building & worlds 3rd highest hotel
The highest building in Thailand is The Bai Yoke Tower2 which incorporates Bai Yoke Sky Hotel and is the third highest hotel in the world, it situated in the Pratunam district of Bangkok. This impressive high rise building is a notable landmark in its own right, its overall height is reported to be 1,997ft (304 metres) although Bai Yoke Sky Hotel claim it is in fact 309 meters according tothe plans,and opened in 1998 having a total of 85 floors. Since its opening it has become a favourite amongst tourists of all nationalities for their stay in the capital, and as would be expected from a hotel of this status, it offers first class accommodation. A nights stay here starts from around 2000 baht although a better price can be obtained viamy hotel network at www.pattayaup2u.com better to make a reservation here rather than direct with the hotel which will save you money on the walk in charge rate. It has a public observatory on 77th floor.
At its pinnacle is a revolving observation tower where a birds eye view of the city is available and exceptional at night. On a clear day the whole city is opened up in front of you, from this vantage point most of the other landmarks of the city can be viewed. For a non resident of the hotel, just wishing to use the observation tower to see the breathtaking view, there is an admission charge of 220 baht pp. This charge also includes a voucher for a drink in the towers coffee shop or bar to the value of 200 baht. Of course the easy way is the lift to the top, but if your feeling fit you can attempt the 2060 steps, but be warned you need to be very fit and will take about an hour to complete. Within the hotel there are restaurants and one worth a visit is Stella's Palace and other amenities offering high class service. Because of its height the hotel can be seen from almost anywhere within the centre of Bangkok and can be used as a focal point to keep track of ones bearings and is well worth an attraction to visit or stay.
