Although the hotel's rooms were modern and very comfortable, I don't think I'd stay here again. The lobby is black and gray and depressing with staff dressed in black. Just not charming enough for Thailand. When you compare it with lobbies like the Dusit Thani with Thai music playing, front desk staff dressed in beautiful Thai silk, lovely comfortable lounges, the Meridien falls short. We came back to the hotel from shopping at the Jim Thompson store (which is a few blocks away), and with it being hot and humid, wanted a nice cool drink in the bar. The only thing open was the tea and coffee bar. We were sent up to the mezanine to their bar, but there was only a guy vacuuming, and he ignored us. So if you like to sit with a long cool drink in a comfortable lounge in the lobby, this is not for you.
Their evening bar opens late...looks like a '70's disco, and had only single men in it when we were there. The hotel is right across the street from Pat Pong, the famous "massage" area. There is also a night market there, which is handy.
We had a very hard time getting taxis...the doormen ran out onto the street to wave down cabs, but several refused to take us because the main street behind us was too congested...would only take fares in the other direction. (lotta good that does!) That may be something that happens elsewhere as well. But there was no taxi stop and line-up at the hotel, if that makes a difference.
To me, the hotel is best for single men, traveling on business. Very comfortable rooms, but certainly not a "resort" atmosphere.

Le Meridien Hotel far exceeded my expectation on every single level.

The highlight of my trip would have to be my stay in the hotel. The hotel could only be describe as contemporary chic, but it would just stay as that if not for the wonderful team of service staff that they have. DEFINATELY THE BEST SERVICE STAFF IN THE CITY!

Words would fail me on how much the staff lavish their attention and fine details to every single guest there. Even though during my stay, the hotel was fully book, the receptionist remembered my room number without me prompting her, when I requested for an additional room key. I experience the friendly and personalized service from the bellboys who are ever so ready to open the doors or just answer simple quaries from me.

I cannot imagine anyone who would want to stay in any other hotel other than Le Meridien when they are in bangkok. A standing ovation to the wonderful team they have there!

Stayed at the Le Meridien for a couple of nights after finding an excellent deal at hotels.com. Design is the hotel's theme with unique pieces of art and unique furniture throughout the hotel. The deluxe rooms were very spacious and even included a full size sofa. Very high tech with electronically controlled blinds, etc. Spanking new property and location was good with the night market at the hotels doorstep. Service was excellent, especially the concierge and doormen. For $115 a night (including the excellent breakfast!) , this hotel's a bargain for a 5 star experience.