Swissotel Le Concorde Bangkok is an elegant business hotel housed in a 22-story tower. The large lobby is elegant and features tall octagonal columns towering up to a fresco reproduction of the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and a three-tiered chandelier, plus three floors of exposed mezzanine areas flanked by brass railings. The space is often busy with groups checking in and out, but it's big enough to not get too noisy, and there's lots of bench seating around a central carpeted area. More spaces for relaxing are available upstairs on the mezzanine floors. The huge reception counter has enough stations to accommodate the steady flow of people, a boon during the busy check-in and check-out hours. This hotel is particularly popular with business and convention travelers and Chinese tourists, but also attracts guests from Thailand and around the world. 

Swissotel Le Concorde is is located in the Huai Khwang neighborhood, right by the metro station of the same name. The area is home to a mix of hotels, corporate towers, and restaurants, and though it's a bit north of the heart of things, it's easy to get around from here by taxi. The famous Jim Thompson House is a 22-minute drive from the hotel. The Grand Palace and Wat Arun are both just under 30 minutes away by car, depending on traffic. Sukhumvit takes about 35 minutes to reach by metro or 15 minutes by car. The Don Mueang International Airport is about a 25-minute drive away, while the larger Suvarnabhumi Airport takes around a half-hour to reach on the toll road.

This hotel offers three types of rooms (measuring 39 to 40 square meters/420 to 430 square feet) and four types of suites that range in size from 44 to 170 square meters (474 to 1830 square feet). Rooms come in king bed or two twin bed configurations, and suite units all have king beds. Decor varies a bit depending on the category, and during our spring 2018 visit some rooms were still under renovations, including the Executive Rooms.Older rooms have tired decor with green or tan carpets, medium-wood furniture, and simple art prints with brass frames and fixtures all accented by saffron-colored bed runners and cushions. Refreshed room decor varies a bit, but units generally feature a fair amount of gray, with gray carpets and drapes, coordinating chairs or sofas (brightened up with solid-colored throw cushions in higher category rooms), and dark-wood desks and tables. Standard amenities found across categories include free Wi-Fi, minibars, kettles with tea and instant coffee, and electronic safes. Executive units are on the top four floors and add lounge access and coffeemakers. Bathrooms are big, with marble walls and floors, large vanities with makeup mirrors and hairdryers, and either walk-in showers and separate tubs or shower/tub combos. 

Facilities at this hotel are extensive, and it's particularly attractive for groups looking to host conventions and other large events. There are 23 meeting rooms in total, plus a gargantuan ballroom that can seat upwards of 1000 guests, theater-style. Catering, private dining, and wedding services are available through the hotel's dedicated events team. Wi-Fi is free, and guests staying in Executive units get access to a huge lounge with a free buffet breakfast and refreshments throughout the day, plus evening cocktail receptions. There's also free underground parking for those who need it. 

While business facilities take center stage, there's also plenty for tourists, including a large fitness center, renovated in 2018, with modern cardio and weight-training equipment. Yoga, circuit training, and Muay Thai classes are also available. The hotel's Spa de Concorde is luxurious, and offers a solid menu of facials and massage treatments. There's a lovely outdoor pool on a sprawling deck with city views and plenty of lounge chairs and cabanas for guests.

Dining options here abound, with a large international buffet restaurant, 204 Bistro & Bar, open for all three meals, and a la carte snacks and drink service in the bar section. Loong Foong is a more upscale alternative, with Cantonese fare and dim sum at lunch and dinner. Takumi serves Japanese food at lunch and dinner. There's also a small cafe, Deli Swiss, with chocolates, pastries, and deli items. Room service is available 24 hours.