(14/02/23)  Le Méridien Bangkok has created a new room category that features circular beds.

The Executive Round Rooms are located on the 22nd floor with floor-to-ceiling windows providing guests with a panoramic view of Bangkok’s ever-changing cityscape.

For the many travellers, getting a great night’s rest is one of the most important things they look for when choosing a hotel for a vacation or business trip, and the hotel insists that the round beds are not simply a marketing gimmick, and that they have been “proven to improve sleep quality, ease pent-up stress and help tension float away”.

Some rooms at Le Meridien Bangkok now feature a round bed. Click to enlarge.

Some rooms at Le Meridien Bangkok now feature a round bed

“The circle has always been a symbol of wellness. In the principles of feng shui, it represents continuity, harmony and balance,” said Mr. Dieter Ruckenbauer, General Manager, Le Méridien Bangkok. “For modern travellers, a round bed is not only a quirky design feature and a talking point; it can ensure a deeper sleep and a greater feeling of wellbeing. We look forward to helping our guests create their own personal sanctuary of peace and harmony in the heart of this pulsating metropolis.”

The new Executive Round Rooms form part of Le Méridien Bangkok’s recent refurbishment which also includes a private Onsen allowing visitors to soothe their senses by plunging into mineral-rich waters, using precise Japanese formulas that change with the seasons.

Alternatively, SPA by Le Méridien features seven treatment rooms, an outdoor swimming pool is available for daytime and evening dips, while the fitness centre is furnished with the latest high-tech equipment for energising workouts.

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