Located about 45 minutes from the Suvarnabhumi International Airport on the banks of the Chao Phraya River in central Bangkok, the Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort offers a luxurious family getaway and a fine starting point for a vacation in Thailand. Family rooms have king and queen beds, as well as separate bedrooms for extra space and privacy. Guests can dine in using the room’s kitchenette, but street food is so cheap and tasty in Bangkok you may just want to go that route. Rooms have multiple TVs with English channels and high speed internet, so everyone can keep connected and entertained.

The hotel has a complimentary shuttle and boat services to the local attractions and restaurants. And there are also 10 bars and restaurants onsite here, so you don’t need to venture far for food. Kids love the activity area just for them with free games, and you can cool off in the hotel’s swimming pool or book a Thai massage in the spa. The concierge can help arrange tours to nearby temples, as well as shopping excursions to Bangkok’s many markets.