Classical European design meets Thai hospitality at The Empress Hotel, an elegant serviced residence with free Wi-Fi and kitchenettes It also boasts a sauna and an outdoor garden spa pool The Empress is just 5 minutes walk from Central Festival Shopping Mall and steps from the beach It is a 1-hour 30-minute drive from the nearest airport, Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok Exceptionally spacious, rooms at The Empress Hotel seem to glow with the blend of warm lighting and gold-trimmed furnishings Each is equipped with a flat-screen cablesatellite TV, DVD player and comfortable seating area Guests may exercise at the fitness centre or arrange day trips at the tour desk The hotel also provides a business centre and laundry services Authentic Thai dishes and international food are served at The Circle Restaurant In-room dining is also possible with room service