luxury hotel full service, historical ratings - stars 5 , the legend of the oriental dates back over 125 years when we first opened our doors on the banks of the fabled chao phya river - the river of the king. since that time the legend of the oriental has continued to grow and the hotel is recognized as one of the finest in the world. the teak bells in the lobby have greeted royalty - heads of state - and world notables including some of the most famous authors the world has known. but our true joy is in providing every guest with our legendary service. guest rooms are exquisitely appointed in delicate thai accents and offer both garden and river views. the glorious chao phya river is at our doorstep and leads to bangkok s magnificent temples - palaces - floating markets - and sites of untold serenity - all just minutes away