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Venue & Official hotels

Venue & Official hotels

The Congress and Forums will take place at the Bangkok Convention Centre located on the 22d floor of the Centara Grand Hotel at CentralWorld.

Official hotels:

We have identified some of the best hotels in Bangkok to offer very competitive rates to delegates. Besides close proximity to the Congress venue, these official hotels offer complimentary high speed internet access and breakfast to the delegates. For the hotels along the Bangkok Sky Train route, the delegates are also provided with a complimentary BTS day ticket, giving a fast and quick access to the venue. 

Most hotels are also offering early bird specials with upgrades or discounts. If you want additional details of the hotels, you may down load the handy accomodation guide we have prepared for you. You can book online using the links below to get the special rates and benefits. 

You may download the Accomodation Guide for more information.

List of Official hotels:

The rates are net and inclusive of taxes.

Eastin Grand Hotel THB2500 (approx 64)
Chatrium Riverside Hotel THB3000 (approx 76)
Dusit Thani Hotel THB4000 (approx €102)
Centara Grand Hotel at CentralWorld THB4300 (approx 110)
Shangri-La Hotel THB5000 (approx 127)
Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit THB 5500 (approx 140)
Grand Hyatt Hotel THB5800 (approx 148)
The Okura Prestige THB6000 (approx 153)
The St Regis THB6500 (approx 165)

Location Map

Bangkok Convention Centre located in Centara Grand Hotel at CentralWorld is the venue for the Congress and Forums. It has covered access from the both Siam and Chitlom BTS stations. All other official hotels are located along the Skytrain Route as shown in the map.



Hotel description and reservation links

As official venue, the 5-star Centara Grand at CentralWorld provides a fresh perspective on Thai hospitality and service, and is beautifully complemented by the convenient, connected, and contemporary facilities of the Convention Centre itself. Centara Grand at CentralWorld has easy access to skytrain (BTS) links to relative WNC2013 official hotels.

Special Offer: Lower room rates for booking before April, 2013

How to book: Click here to book


Bangkok’s Okura Prestige hotel combines luxury with location. All 240 rooms and suites enjoy commanding views of the city skyline. Direct access to the city’s BTS skytrain network at Phloen Chit Station.

Special Offer: Complimentary upgrade to the next room category if booking is made 60 days in advance, subject to availability

How to book: Click here to book, please use booking code "OKURAWNC2013".


Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok is an iconic address in the heart of the city offering exquisite living spaces and unrivalled service level. The hotel entrance is connected to the BTS Asok Skytrain and MRT Sukhumvit subway.

How to book: Click here to book, please use booking code "WNC2013"


With a prestigious location along Rajadamri Road, Bangkok’s key commercial corridor and prime shopping precinct, with BTS skytrain connection link to the station, The St. Regis Bangkok offers unprecedented excellence in standards of hospitality and elegance. 

Special Offer: Early bird discount 500 Baht for booking received before February 28, 2013

How to book: Click here to book, please use booking code "WNC2013"


Located in the business, commercial and diplomatic district surrounded by prime shopping centres including Central World, Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok is a deluxe business hotel with resort-style facilities. It is conveniently linked via Sky Bridge to two Sky Train stations and within walking distance to Bangkok Convention Centre at Centara Grand.

How to book: Click here to book.


Dusit Thani Bangkok is an iconic hotel offering exclusive rate and values for all delegates. Being conveniently located in the heart of Bangkok with direct access to the Sky Train station. They are located only 2 stations away from the conference venue

How to book: Click here to book


Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn is a deluxe property is centrally located in the Sathorn business district, just minutes from the world famous Chao Praya River and a short drive via the nearby expressway to Suvarnabhumi International Airport. It is unique in being the only hotel in Bangkok with its own direct access to the BTS Sky Train system at Surasak Station literally bringing the city to your doorstep. They are located only 4 stations away from the conference venue.

Special Offer: Every 3 nights booked before 28 April 2013 will entitle to 1 complimentary night

How to book: Click here to book, please use booking code "WNC2013”


Shangri-la Hotel, Bangkok is a luxurious oasis for both leisure and business travelers. Located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, the hotel is also close to Bangkok’s shopping, sightseeing and business districts. The adjacent Sky Train means guest can travel through the city with ease.

How to book: Click here to book


Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok located on the banks of the majestic Chao Phraya River with the cultural and historical hub of Bangkok at its doorstep, the 5-star hotel offers a premium choice of blending spacious yet luxurious contemporary accommodation with warm and friendly Thai hospitality.

Special Offer: Complimentary upgrade to Grand Room - River View for first 50 rooms reservation

How to book: Please email to info.chrb@chatrium.com