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Public House Bangkok, a Member of Design Hotels

Sukhumvit 31 / Phrom Phong

88

Guest score

A 78-room boutique design hotel on Sukhumvit 31 in Phrom Phong, blending mid-century modern style with social spaces, a rooftop saltwater pool and creative co-working.

Last updated August 4, 2026

Public House Bangkok, a Member of Design Hotels, is a 78-room boutique property on Soi Sukhumvit 31 in the Phrom Phong area, roughly a 13-minute walk from Phrom Phong BTS and the EmDistrict malls. Opened in 2023 and later joining Design Hotels within Marriott Bonvoy, it reimagines a British social club through an industrial-meets-mid-century lens: parquet floors, custom furnishings and curated art across nine room categories from the 28 sqm Downtown Room to an 83 sqm suite. Social spaces define the stay, including the FORUM co-working area, a podcast lounge, the SWD restaurant and Open Bar, plus THE MOOON rooftop with a compact saltwater pool and gym overlooking the city. Reviewers consistently praise the refined design, spacious and immaculately clean rooms, warm attentive service and a lively, Instagram-friendly atmosphere. It holds a strong TripAdvisor standing, ranking among Bangkok's top 30 of more than 1,380 hotels from 400-plus reviews, alongside a 9.0-plus Booking.com score. Common watchouts are the small rooftop pool that suits photos and dips more than laps, and a walk of over a kilometre to the nearest BTS, so taxis or ride-share are handy. It appears in the MICHELIN Guide and Mr & Mrs Smith.

How guests rate it

  • Location87
  • Service92
  • Rooms93
  • Food & breakfast88
  • Value82
Key facts
Address249 Soi Sukhumvit 31, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Brand Sub BrandDesign Hotels
NeighborhoodSukhumvit 31 / Phrom Phong
Distance From Airport Km28
Elite BenefitsRoom upgrades for Platinum Elite and above, subject to availability, Complimentary breakfast or bonus points for Platinum Elite and above, per Marriott Bonvoy program terms, Guaranteed room availability with 24-hour notice for Titanium and Ambassador Elite

Pros

  • Distinctive mid-century / industrial design with custom furniture and curated art
  • Spacious, very clean rooms with comfortable super-king beds and quality amenities
  • Warm, attentive service frequently singled out by guests
  • Rich social spaces: co-working FORUM, podcast lounge, rooftop pool bar and all-day dining

Cons

  • Rooftop saltwater pool is small and can get crowded on sunny days
  • Nearest BTS is a 1 km-plus walk, so taxi or ride-share is often needed
  • Some guests find rates steep for the amenities offered

The research view

What the research keeps finding

High confidence

Themes that came up again and again across independent reviews — not a single opinion, but the patterns that repeat.

Consistently praised

  • Standout design and aesthetics repeatedly praised
  • Strong service and cleanliness
  • Versatile social/co-working spaces suited to work, dining and nightlife

Worth knowing before you book

  • Compact rooftop pool better for cooling off than serious swimming
  • Transit access requires a walk of over a kilometre or a taxi

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Public House Bangkok located and how far is the airport?

It sits at 249 Soi Sukhumvit 31 in the Phrom Phong / Watthana area, about a 13-minute walk from Phrom Phong BTS and the EmDistrict malls. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is roughly 28 km away, around 30-45 minutes by car depending on traffic.

Is Public House Bangkok part of Marriott Bonvoy?

Yes. It is a Member of Design Hotels within Marriott Bonvoy, so guests can earn and redeem Bonvoy points and use loyalty benefits. It is Bangkok's only Design Hotels property in the Marriott portfolio.

What are the standout facilities?

Highlights include the FORUM co-working space and podcast lounge, the SWD restaurant and Open Bar, and THE MOOON rooftop with a saltwater pool and gym overlooking the city. Rooms feature 65-inch smart TVs, Nespresso machines and rain showers.

Is the rooftop pool good for swimming?

The rooftop saltwater pool is stylish with skyline views but small, best suited to cooling dips and lounging rather than lap swimming, and it can get busy on sunny days.

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