Cross River Kwai

Occupying a quirky modern building on the banks of the Kwai Noi River, this posh hotel is 13 km from the Arts Gallery and War Museum, and 15 km from the River Kwai Bridge.Chic rooms offer terraces or balconies overlooking the river, and feature flat-screens, DVD players and Bose speaker systems, plus minibars and free Wi-Fi. Suites add living rooms. Upgraded quarters are built over the river, and add rooftop decks and kayak docks. Room service is available.Loaner bikes and iPads are offered. A casual restaurant with mid-century furnishings and an industrial vibe has a riverfront terrace. There's also an outdoor pool with sunloungers.