VELA Dhi GLOW Pratunam

Set in a flashy high-rise on a busy thoroughfare, this sleek hotel is a 7-minute walk from lively Pratunam Market and 12 minutes' walk from the Ratchathewi SkyTrain station. Featuring wood floors and floor-to-ceiling windows, the warm, streamlined rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screens and iPod docks, as well as sitting areas, minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas. Room service is available. Kids age 12 and under stay at no charge with an adult.Parking is free. There's an airy, modern cafe; a breakfast buffet is offered for a fee. There's also a hip lobby bar and an outdoor pool, plus a gym and a steam room.