BANGKOK best getaways

Sky-high indulgence

If you're looking for high-rise luxury, Banyan Tree Bangkok's "Living in Style" package available until September 30 should suit you perfectly.

The package offers different types of suites at special rates: the Deluxe View suite from Bt6,300; the Banyan Tree Premier from Bt7,350; the Banyan Tree Club from Bt8,050; and the Spa Suite from Bt20,300. Package includes a daily fruit platter and daily newspaper.

For more information, call (02) 679 1200.

Marriott magic

JW Marriott Bangkok's "One Night in Bangkok" package has been a major hit, especially with its added flexibility of additional nights. The package includes accommodation for two, full buffet breakfast at the Marriott Cafe, a set menu dinner (alcoholic drinks not included) at the popular Nami Japanese Restaurant, and special turn-down amenities on the first and last night of stay. The deluxe room rates are Bt8,400 for one night, Bt14,700 for two nights, Bt21,000 for three and Bt27,400 for four nights. Package is valid until December 31.

Call (02) 656 7707, fax (02) 6567711

or e-mail res.jwthailand@marriotthotels.com.

Downtown deluxe

The Twin Towers Hotel offers the Splendid Value Package, starting at Bt5,219 for a single room and Bt5,338 for twin sharing. The price includes three night's accommodation in a Superior room, breakfast for two at Gold Teak or Rimraya restaurants, refreshments and fruit basket, daily newspaper and late check out until 3pm. Also covered is a one-way tuk-tuk ride to MBK shopping centre and 20 per cent discounts on laundry, massages and spa services. The hotel is located on Rama VI Road, a 15-minute walk from Hua Lampong subway station.

Call (02) 216 9555 extension 11312, e-mail sales@thetwintowershotel.com or visit www.thetwintowershotel.com.

Fancy meeting

The Summer Meeting Package at Conrad Hotel costs Bt1,200 per person for a full day and Bt1,000 for a half day. Included are coffee break, business luncheon meeting, presentation equipment plus shuttle bus service between Ploenchit BTS station and the hotel. The full day package requires a minimum of 35 participants (20 guests for the half-day deal).

Call (02) 690 9290 or (02) 690 9999 or visit www.conradmeeting.com.

Business bonus

Grand Sukhumvit by Sofitel offers a Platinum Business Package at Bt4,999 per night in a Platinum room. The price includes a buffet breakfast for two at Cafe de Nimes, in-room Internet access and late check out until 4pm, a Skytrain day pass, refreshment and fruit platter, in-room coffeemaker and newspaper. The hotel is next door to Nana Skytrain station.

The deal is valid through September 30. Call (02) 207 9999 extension 5213, 5208 or e-mail reservation@grandsukhumvit.com.