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Atmospheric teak water taxis shuttle guests from the Oriental Hotel to the exquisite Oriental Thai Spa, which is set in a traditional Thai-style house across the Chao Phraya River from Bangkok's most celebrated luxury hotel. Step onto the dock on the other side and you'll leave the noise and congestion of metropolitan Bangkok behind, with a tempting array of body and beauty treatments delivered in 14 posh private suites with lovely antique Asian decor.

Spa services combine Asian and Western traditions, with various massage options ranging from a half-hour back and shoulder massage for $40 USD to a 90-minute Swedish or Thai massage for $95 USD. Traditional Thai massage is a particular specialty here, involving a head-to-toe series of bends, stretches and pressure points undertaken with the subject fully clothed in loose pajamas. Other options include skin and facial treatments, manicures and pedicures, herbal and mud wraps, aromatherapy and foot reflexology.

Treatments are offered à la carte, or you can book one of the Oriental Spa's indulgent half-day, full-day or multi-day packages, including plans specifically geared for women, men or couples. Afterwards, spa guests can enjoy an elegant riverside meal at the Oriental's upscale Thai restaurant, Sala Rim Naam.

Ph: +662-439-7613
www.mandarinoriental.com/hotel