I just came across some photos of our stay in Bangkok, Railay, Ko Phi Phi, etc. which was just days before the tsunami. Some of the best memories of Bangkok are of our stay at the Ibrik. While there are cheaper places to say (our friends stayed elsewhere and wished they hadn’t) Bangkok is hectic and this was a fantastic place to wake up and come back and relax each day. I liked the convenient ferry across the river to the heart of Bangkok and the nice restaurants surrounding the resort. The woman who runs the place was incredibly helpful and sweet (as were most of the Thai people).
The rooms were a dream, exactly as you imagine when checking them out online. The deck over the river was a really nice touch to our morning breakfast (which was great), seriously...right over the river. We were lucky to have front row seats to the annual parade of lights where boats dress up and float past on the river. Friends came and joined us to watch the spectacle. We didn't expect this to be such a romantic time, it really made our stay in Bangkok even more incredible.
The only downfall is that it's hard to find. I recommend having the car pick you up at the airport if you can. Every time we tried to taxi back (do NOT try this if you are less than sober!) the driver tried to dump us somewhere random out of frustration. Make sure you have the resort phone number on you and directions/map to the hotel every time you leave. Now that I look back it kind of added to the excitement of Bangkok, but at the time it was a little frustrating.
I’ve stayed in some pretty spectacular hotels, but I just can't say enough nice things about this place. We were in Thailand for an adventure, not pampering, but we LOVED it!

The Ibrik Resort in the City is very convenient to the traveller. It is just 3 minutes (120 foot steps from the skytrain station Suarak.

It is very convenient to travel from Suarak Station to other stations with main shopping centre (eg Siam, National Stadium... on the same route). Recommend to buy a Skytrain ticket at Baht 250 (riding 10 times within 31 days). It worths!

On Saturday morning 8am, I took skytrain from Suarak station to Mo Chit station (20-25 mins, costs only Baht 40. The taxi station on the airport direction is just at the right side of station Mo Chit.

From Mo Chit to the airport terminal 2(12 mins, costs around Baht 105 only). Not necessary to hire taxi service counter at the airport as it costs you Baht 650.

Besides, the resort is renovated neatly and quite a Thail Style. The evening room keeper Charlie is always helpful to give advice to the guest. More important, I am surprisely to find his good english speaking in such a petite resort. The other room keeper lady in the day time could only speaks and listens english a little bit.

However, if you want to try 2 different style of bed rooms, please make sure to get their email writing reconfirmation of the specific rooms requested at the specific date when making the reservation, otherwise, they would ignore your request by not reading your request in full details.

Please note: This review is for Ibrik in the City (they also have Ibrik on the River which I am sure is equally great.)

We have stayed at many hotels throughout the world is this is one of our favorites. There are only three rooms and there are very nice touches throughout (including breakfast served in your room which is included in the price.) The rooms are very large and each has a separate sitting area as well as a small balcony. The location is perfect with a 3 minute walk to the Sky Train. There is also a great spa about 10 min. walk as well and the restaurant next door is world class and one of the best in Bangkok. Book now if you are going to Bangkok!