Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok by IHG
An infinity pool, a garden and complimentary bicycles
Airport access
How you get from this hotel to the gate.
About this hotel
Kimpton Maa-Lai pairs a spacious garden with an infinity swimming pool and sauna, and complimentary bicycles turn exploring the surrounding streets into an easy option rather than a taxi decision. Soundproofed rooms come with balconies, private bathrooms and modern amenities including minibars and flat-screen TVs, built for a design-conscious traveller who still wants the practical comforts. A sun terrace extends the garden feel, and the family-friendly restaurant means the property works for both a couples' getaway and a family stopover without compromising on either. The hotel sits 26km from Don Mueang International Airport, a genuine highway drive, so the complimentary bicycles matter most for exploring nearby streets rather than for reaching the terminal itself, which still needs a car or the airport shuttle.
- Infinity pool
- Complimentary bicycles
- Garden setting
- Balcony rooms
Our take
I would choose the Kimpton Maa-Lai for a design-forward five-star stay with real outdoor space, since the garden and the infinity pool work together. The complimentary bicycles are an underused perk worth taking. If you need a fast, no-frills airport turnaround with minimal amenities, a simpler property closer to a terminal will serve you better.
- Take the complimentary bicycles for a morning ride before the city traffic builds up
- Book a balcony room facing the garden rather than the street side
- Use the infinity pool at sunset for the best combination of light and temperature
Why we love it
- Infinity swimming pool and spacious garden
- Complimentary bicycles for exploring nearby streets
- Soundproofed balcony rooms
- Sauna and fitness centre
Why guests love itKimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok by IHG is a city hotel rather than an airport one: Don Mueang is about 26km away, so I would keep it for the nights before or after a trip, not for an early departure. What sets it apart is the garden with an infinity pool, a sauna and complimentary bicycles. Rooms are soundproofed and come with balconies and minibars, a real advantage in central Bangkok. Our advice: leave generous time for the airport transfer.