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2 Mar 2025
28 February 2025 – Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok has made its debut in the in-depth collection of city guides, 50 Best Discovery. Following the addition of more than 500 new venues to the platform in February 2025, more than a hundred cities and towns are represented on 50 Best Discovery for the first time, spotlighting even more dining, drinking and travel destinations around the world.
The new additions feature more than 240 restaurants, 100 bars and 170 hotels. With this latest refresh, 50 Best Discovery now features 3,700+ hospitality establishments worldwide, showcasing the diversity and excellence of the hospitality industry. Each venue, including Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok, is selected after receiving a certain number of votes from the expert voting Academies that create 50 Best’s world-leading global and regional lists.
Situated in a city of contrasts, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is in the centre of all the social happenings 24/7. Bangkok is a place where stately ancient temples stand not far from gleaming skyscrapers. Its captivating juxtapositions are what makes it one of the top destinations for global travellers. Surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant modernity, the urban retreat rests on the leafy-green Langsuan Road by Lumphini Park. Charming and charismatic, Kimpton infuses Bangkok city’s energy and creativity into its design and guest experience.
"Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is honoured to be recognized on the prestigious 50 Best Discovery platform. This accolade reaffirms our commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality, bold design, and immersive experiences that resonate with modern travellers. We remain dedicated to redefining luxury with heartfelt and ridiculously personalised service and inspiring spaces in the heart of Bangkok." – Patrick Both, General Manager Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok Hotel, Regional General Manager IHG Luxury & Lifestyle, Thailand
A highly curated guide, 50 Best Discovery is the ultimate reference tool for discerning travellers, diners and cocktail-lovers. A combination of more than 3,000 Academy members — who are experts in their local restaurant, bar and hotel scenes — vote for the venues that feature on the platform. This means those following 50 Best Discovery are being guided by the world’s foremost restaurant, bar and travel connoisseurs. 50 Best Discovery operates as an extension of the annual 50 Best rankings of restaurants, bars, and hotels, though is not itself a ranking. 50 Best is ultimately responsible for the curation of the database. Restaurants, bars and hotels cannot apply to be part of 50 Best Discovery.
For more information on 50 Best Discovery, please visit the website here: www.theworlds50best.com/discovery
Read more about selection criteria here: www.theworlds50best.com/discovery/about.html