5 best-rated luxury hotels in Sukhumvit, Bangkok, Thailand to book a grand stay in 2025

Bangkok Luxury Hotel

We can never get enough of Bangkok, right?

And that’s why we’re sure you will find this list of best-rated luxury hotels in Sukhumvit, Bangkok, Thailand handy at some point in time as you plan a trip this year.

Thank us later! 😜

Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit

Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit

Agoda Rating: 9.3 (6.5K+ reviews)

The Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit is a true standout, just mere minutes from both major airports, keeping you in the heart of the action with shopping at Siam Paragon and MBK Center (within 3.5 km).

With suites, luxury rooms, and more, you will experience the epitome of hospitality with the Sheraton.

Families will appreciate the little ones up to 2 years old staying FREE, while couples and solo adventurers can bask in the amenities and 5-star service.

An exceptional 9.3 guest rating speaks volumes so it’s the first on our list.

Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit

Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit

Agoda Rating: 9.2 (16K+ reviews)

Or consider this hotel that sits just steps from Bangkok’s major subway and skytrain stations (500 m from Sukhumvit MRT Station and Asok BTS Station), making exploring Bangkok a breeze.

Chatuchak Weekend Market is about 7.4 km away.

It features a range of rooms and suites—from nests for couples to spacious family-friendly digs complete with a kids’ club and kids’ pool.

After a long day spent sightseeing or hitting the shops, adults can unwind at the poolside bar.

Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Bangkok

Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Bangkok

Agoda Rating: 9.2 (11.7K+ reviews)

Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Bangkok is a traveler’s dream come true located right next to Asok BTS station.

Inside, you will find accommodations such as standard twin rooms, deluxe triples for families, or corner doubles for couples.

Speaking of families, kids under 6 stay FREE when using existing bedding.

After a day exploring Bangkok, unwind at the semi-indoor pool offering views of the city skyline, or get your heart rate up at the fitness center with floor-to-ceiling windows.

SILQ Hotel and Residence

SILQ Hotel and Residence

Agoda Rating: 9.2 (3.2K+ reviews)

SILQ Hotel and Residence serves up a city stay with a location to match.

Less than a 10-minute stroll lands you at Phrom Phong BTS station, zipping you to top attractions in a flash.

Asiatique The Riverfront is just 7.4km away.

Once “home”, why not sweat it out in the sauna or hot tub before retreating to your room to rest?

Go for a premier, or opt for studios or one/two-bedroom suites—great for families, as kids 11 and under stay FREE using existing bedding.

The Okura Prestige Bangkok

The Okura Prestige Bangkok

Agoda Rating: 9.1 (9.2K+ reviews)

Last but not least, whether you’re exploring the street food stalls or bargain-hunting at MBK Center just 2 km away, this 5-star accommodation is one to consider.

The real pampering begins on the hotel grounds, where an infinity pool with skyline vistas and a spa melt away any built-up tension.

Rooms range from deluxe rooms to suites and club kings.

Best of all, young adventurers under 12 stay for FREE—and the first kid’s breakfast (under 12) is on the house.

With a central location minutes from Chit Lom BTS Station and a quick 35-minute drive to Bangkok’s airports, there’s no reason to hesitate.

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Bath & Body Works has launched a range of online exclusive Stranger Things products from $12 for fans of the Netflix series

Bath & Body Works x Stranger Things

Any Stranger Things fans out there?

Bath & Body Works has rolled out a range of online exclusive products from $12 for fans of the Netflix series and we’re excited to intro them to you through this post.

PocketBac Holders

Demogorgon Head PocketBac Holder

Demogorgon Head PocketBac Holder

Price: $12

What’s scarier than the Upside Down?

Forgetting your hand sanitizer, ha.

Fortunately, this Demogorgon Head PocketBac Holder has you back with a (delightfully) monstrous way to keep your favorite sanitizer close by.

Drawing inspiration from Stranger Things, this creature’s gaping maw will scare away any microscopic nasties while allowing you to sanitize with ease.

And with its convenient clip, you can attach it to any bag for sanitizing on the go.

It’s also available in two other versions:

Light-up Stranger Things Sign PocketBac Holder

Sound-making Stranger Things Cassette Tape PocketBac Holder

Hand Soaps

The Upside Down Gentle & Clean Foaming Hand Soap

The Upside Down Gentle & Clean Foaming Hand Soap

Price: $15

The Demogorgon Gentle & Clean Foaming Hand Soap

The Demogorgon Gentle & Clean Foaming Hand Soap

Price: $15

Summon the supernatural with this gently cleansing hand soap, where black orchid petals bloom amongst spicy cedarwood and dark patchouli.

Inspired by the eerie beauty of nature’s forgotten gardens, its floral-woody fragrance will bewitch your senses.

Yet this demon-inspired bottle is no wicked witch—it’s infused with natural essential oils, vitamin E, shea extract, and aloe to wash away germs while upholding your skin’s delicate moisture barrier.

No dyes, parabens, or sulfates sully its purity.

Eddie’s Leather Jacket Gentle & Clean Foaming Hand Soap

Eddie's Leather Jacket Gentle & Clean Foaming Hand Soap

Price: $15

Candles

The Upside Down Single Wick Candle

The Upside Down Single Wick Candle

Price: $30

Something wicked this way comes… and it smells entrancing.

With its notes of mossy stone, smoky birch tree, and eerie fog, The Upside Down Single Wick Candle lures you into its shadowy realm.

This Bath & Body Works wick candle conjures visions of a misty forest at twilight—the air thick with mystery.

Light the single wick and let its dusky fragrance fill your space.

In no time, you will be transported to a dimly lit glade, leaves crunching underfoot as you navigate the darkness like stumbling upon an old, moss-covered ruin.

The candle’s long-lasting scent (30-50 hours in small rooms) summons the strange and the utterly spellbinding.

You can also get The Upside Down 3-Wick Candle ($49) by clicking through the link.

The Demogorgon 3-Wick Candle

The Demogorgon 3-Wick Candle

Price: $49

Eddie’s Leather Jacket 3-Wick Candle

Eddie's Leather Jacket 3-Wick Candle

Price: $49

Begin your rock star fantasy with this Eddie’s Leather Jacket 3-wick candle from Bath & Body Works.

Inhale the intoxicating aroma of a well-worn bomber jacket—a symphony of black leather, smoked suede, and soft musk that’s equal parts tough and tender.

This candle fills any room with its bold scent, thanks to the high concentration of rich fragrance oils in the premium wax blend; it has a long-lasting burn of 25-45 hours.

To shop the full collection, head here: bathandbodyworks.com.sg/stranger-things

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5 setting powders $35 & under to help your makeup stay the way it is from application to removal

Setting Powders

Frustrated by how your makeup slightly ruins as the seconds tick?

My hair strands love my face so much they stick to it even before the wind blows, and that’s why I can never head out without completing my makeup routine with setting powders.

If you have the same concerns as I do, consider these setting powders $35 and under so your makeup stays the way it is from application to removal.

Sephora Collection Original 12HR Setting & Mattifying Powder

Original 12HR Setting & Mattifying Powder

Price: $29

Makeup’s new ride-or-die is this multitasking powder that locks in looks for up to 12 hours while blurring pores and absorbing shine.

Forget touch-ups with this vegan-friendly formula that creates a filter-like finish that minimizes excess oil from morning ’til night.

It’s a blend that leaves a lightweight veil to set makeup and deliver all-day wear without caking or creasing.

One/Size Ultimate Setting Powder Mini

Ultimate Setting Powder Mini

Price: $30

A pocket-sized sidekick to shine, this travel-sized loose powder packs a matte punch.

No more greasy glow, just a shine-free finish that lasts through day and night.

Performance powder microspheres and surface-treated pigments deliver a weightless matte blanket over oily areas.

Simply grab the compact, dip it into the powder with a puff, and press it onto skin for oil absorption and luminosity-locking coverage.

NARS Light Reflecting Setting Powder Mini

Light Reflecting Setting Powder Mini

Price: $31

Think of this light-reflecting setting powder as a blur tool for real life.

Its featherlight, blendable formula creates an airbrushed layer over skin, minimizing the look of fine lines and imperfections.

Nars loaded it with photochromic technology that diffuses and adjusts to new lighting conditions.

With this setting powder, you can get a finish that locks your look in place all day.

Fenty Beauty Mini Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Setting Powder

Mini Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Setting Powder

Price: $35

Fenty Beauty’s Mini Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Setting Powder is a light-as-air blend of mattifying powders that won’t cake or settle into fine lines.

Instead, this Fenty blur of makeup-setting perfection creates a soft-focus effect that blurs the look of pores, while extending your makeup’s wear all day.

Rihanna was obsessed with creating a setting powder for everyone that wouldn’t cause flashbacks in photos or videos so Pro Filt’r was born, a photo-friendly powder that stays looking natural on various skin tones.

Huda Beauty Baby Bake Loose Baking And Setting Powder

Baby Bake Loose Baking And Setting Powder

Price: $35

Last but not least, we have this super-fine loose powder that masters a luminous-matte, airbrushed finish that lasts.

The translucent shades softly smooth and blur your complexion while making makeup stay in place without caking.

It’s a setting powder that diffuses the look of fine lines and imperfections.

The sponge applicator that comes with it offers an on-the-go application for quick touch-ups, while the superfine pigments leave your skin looking flawless.

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5 top-rated culinary schools to enroll yourself in if you’re serious about improving your cooking skills in 2025

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Want to pick up some cooking skills this year?

While we’re well into February, it’s still a pretty ‘new year’ so it’s not too late to start!

If you’re serious about improving your cooking skills in 2025, we’ve got a quick list of culinary schools to intro you to.

Let’s dive straight in, shall we?

Commune Kitchen

 

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Website: communekitchen.com

Google Rating: 5 (1.2K+ reviews)

Address: 182 Cecil St, #02-10/11 Frasers Tower, Singapore 069547 (Located in Frasers Tower)

First up, foodies, home cooks, and culinary novices, your kitchen odyssey awaits at Commune Kitchen.

Leave those online recipes behind and get hands-first into a cooking adventure guided by pro chefs.

From hawker stall favorites ($165 including lunch) to Chinese wok masterclasses ($165 & includes a lunch of your wok creations), Commune’s diverse class menu reads like a world tour for the taste buds.

Seasoned foodies or ladle-clutching newbies are all welcome!

ANATTA Culinary Academy

Website: anattaca.sg

Google Rating: 5 (90+ reviews)

Address: 130 Neil Rd, Level 1, Singapore 088859

Ever wished you could bake some Peranakan kuehs or season some savory Korean banchans (side dishes)?

Well, wish no more because ANATTA Culinary Academy’s class offerings let you journey through the fragrant spices of Southeast Asia to the precision of French patisserie.

Led by experienced instructors, you will pick up classic skills in baking and cooking while experimenting with health-conscious recipes that redefine what it means to eat well.

The academy also hosts parent-child courses and only kids’ classes.

Food Playground

 

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Website: foodplayground.com.sg

Google Rating: 4.9 (3.7K+ reviews)

Address: 24A Sago St, Singapore 059020

At Food Playground, their signature Cultural Cooking Class doesn’t simply teach recipes; it invites you to experience culinary traditions firsthand, from spices of Nyonya Laksa to the palm sugar-sweetened bliss of Sago Gula Melaka.

Whether you prefer the convenience of online instruction or the energy of an in-person workshop, Food Playground’s expert instructors will guide you on your chef journey.

Let’s Yori – Korean Cooking Studio

Website: yori.sg

Google Rating: 4.9 (950+ reviews)

Address: 6a Shenton Way Downtown Gallery, #03-02, Singapore 068815 (Located in OUE Downtown 1)

Craving Korean fried chicken or yearning to master kimchi-making?

Look no further than Let’s Yori (“yori” means cook in Korean), where Chef Miyoun Kim shares Korean cooking techniques refined through her years in the hospitality industry.

In her hands-on classes, you will learn recipes like Korean fried chicken, tofu kimchi stew, and even kimchi-making to ferment your own napa cabbage and cucumber varieties.

Classes start from $90.

Grà Baking Academy

Website: grabakingacademy.com

Google Rating: 4.9 (900+ reviews)

Address: 401 MacPherson Rd, #02-11/12/13 MacPherson Mall, Singapore 368125

Last but not least, if you’ve dreamed of creating flaky croissants that would make a Parisian swoon or pulling golden-crusted loaves of bread from the oven with aromas filling the whole house, visit Grà Baking Academy.

Since 2010, their instructors have shared the secrets to baking mastery, teaching aspiring dessert artists to craft sweet treats.

Their range of WSQ-certified courses offers the option to tap SkillsFuture Credits, while trial classes let newbies start their journey with a taste of easy success.

All you have to do now is take your pick 🧑‍🍳

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Latest WFH internships posted from 3 to 7 February 2025

an ipad, keyboard, and cup on a red blanket

We’re swinging into the first week of February with WFH internship opportunities in marketing, social media, and more.

Have a look and apply accordingly!

Good luck 🍀

#1: Y Art Project – Marketing and Admin Intern

whyartprojects.com

Website: whyartprojects.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $400 – 600 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Proficient in BOTH Chinese and English, with excellent bilingual communication and writing skills.
  • Familiar with Chinese social media platforms; prior experience in social media management is preferred.
  • Interested in the art field, with a good sense of aesthetics and design skills (experience with design software such as Canva, and Photoshop is a plus).
  • Detail-oriented and responsible, capable of completing tasks independently.
  • Remote work; must have good time management skills and self-discipline.
Key Responsibilities
  • Social Media Management: Manage and operate Chinese social media accounts (multiple Xiaohongshu accounts), including content writing, publishing, and engagement.
  • Administrative Support: Assist with basic administrative tasks such as document organization and scheduling.
  • Design Support: Participate in the design and production of promotional materials and social media content.
  • Marketing Promotion: Assist in planning and executing online and offline marketing activities to enhance brand awareness.
How to apply?

View the job post here and send your resume (in Chinese or English) to [email protected] and indicate “Internship Application – [Your Name]” in the email subject. If you have previous design works, please attach them.

#2: Upsight – Internships in Marketing, Partnerships & Events

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Website: theupsight.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $600 – 800 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Singaporeans / PRs
  • Students currently enrolled in a university or polytechnic or awaiting entry to a university
  • Passionate individuals with an interest in mobility, sustainability, and industry engagement
  • Self-starters with strong communication and organizational skills
  • For partnerships interns, go-getters with a keen interest in partnerships and business development
  • For marketing interns, creative thinkers with a keen interest in marketing and content creation
  • For events interns, organized individuals with a keen interest in events management, and ideally some experience in events and project coordination
  • Available from now until mid-April on a full-time/part-time basis (at least 30 hours a week)
Key Responsibilities

Position 1: Partnerships & Ecosystem Engagement Intern

  • Outreach to corporates and industry groups to drive participation in the event
  • Coordinate co-marketing opportunities with sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, and other key stakeholders
  • Organise free-to-attend educational talks for visitors
  • Support other business development activities

Position 2: Digital & Social Media Marketing Intern

  • Produce engaging content for TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, X, and LinkedIn for both B2B and B2C audiences
  • Develop and execute UGC (User-Generated Content) partnerships with content creators
  • Invite relevant influencers, content creators, and ambassadors to attend and cover the event
  • Curate articles and blog posts on EV trends, policy, and innovation
  • Conduct interviews with industry experts, speakers, and exhibitors for content
  • Manage social media and Google ad campaigns
  • Track and analyze campaign performance (Google & social media analytics)

Position 3: Event Experience & Operations Intern

  • Assist with event logistics, on-site coordination, and venue setup
  • Ensure a seamless event experience for attendees and exhibitors
  • Support speaker and exhibitor management
  • Undertake other administrative tasks as required
How to apply?

View the job post here and apply via theupsight.com/careers.

#3: Shadee.Care Ltd – Social Media Intern

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Website: shadee.care

Allowance / Remuneration: $800 – 1,500 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Experience and knowledge in promoting on different social media platforms, such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Discord, Lemon8, etc.
  • Proven track record of increasing followers on social media
  • Experience and knowledge of AI, WordPress, Canva, Adobe software, and other video or media creation tools.
  • Technical knowledge, set-up, and link Canva to IG, Lemon8, TikTok, and Facebook.
  • Good in writing, video, and gif creation
  • Knowledge in mental health, psychology, or counseling
  • Up to date with ongoing Gen Z and Millennial trends
  • Familiar with fandoms, movies, K-pop, Billboard, gaming, anime, and everything that trends with youths.
  • Good interpersonal relation skills and working in a team
  • Maturity and responsibility to work with other organization partners in the public and private sectors.
  • Have a personal laptop and be able to work remotely
  • Disciplined, independent, and able to meet deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
  • Plan social media schedule, coordinate content submission, write captions, edit posts, and upload.
  • Engagement with targeted social media segments and partners to increase reach and followers.
  • Measure and analyze the  performance of social media algorithms
  • Create original digital content and videos for the different media.
  • Ideate and repurpose existing content into short-form and long-form videos
  • Set up new social media channels, and tools and troubleshoot existing platforms and systems.
  • Create evolving social media best practices to engage Gen Z and Millennials
  • Work on outreach campaigns with stakeholders to ensure their success.
How to apply?

View the job post here and apply for this position by submitting your CV and experience to [email protected]

#4: Blue Genie – eCommerce Intern

 

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Website: kore.com.sg

Allowance / Remuneration: $400 – 600 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Diploma in Marketing Management or Diploma in E-commerce and Retail or University student studying Marketing or Business.
  • A team player
  • Committed and serious about the job
Key Responsibilities
  • To handle Shopify and Shoppe for the Singapore Market
  • Load new products on Shopify and Shoppe and make sure the products are listed accurately and the information on the website and Shoppe is accurate at all times.
  • Manage incoming customer inquiries and fulfill orders on Shopify and Shoppe.
  • Assist in driving marketing initiatives by managing email campaigns and analyzing backend performance data on Shopify and Shoppe to support overall marketing efforts.
  • Handle customer feedback and service queries.
  • To plan and execute Ads and Promotions on Shoppe
  • Any other tasks as required
How to apply?

View the job post here and write to Rajani Patel via this link.

#5: Validus Capital Pte Ltd – Data Analytics Intern

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Website: validus.sg

Allowance / Remuneration: $800 – 1,200 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Currently pursuing or having pursued a degree in a relevant field such as Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with large datasets.
  • Proficient in MS Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Familiarity with data extraction, cleaning, and manipulation techniques.
  • Knowledge of basic programming concepts, preferably in Python, will be considered a plus.
  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Self-motivated with a passion for data analysis and problem-solving.
  • Prior experience or coursework in data analytics or related fields will be advantageous.
  • Familiarity with Power BI or other data visualization tools is a plus but not mandatory.
Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct basic exploratory data analysis (EDA) on the lending portfolio dataset.
  • Extract and clean data from various sources, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
  • Assist in creating reports and actionable dashboards using MS Office tools, primarily MS Excel and Power BI, and Google Sheets.
  • Assist the data team in identifying data quality issues, anomalies, and trends.
  • Support data-driven decision-making by providing insights and visualizations derived from the analysis.
  • Undertake specific predefined sub-tasks in data science that contribute to the predictive modeling work for the credit underwriting algorithm build or monitoring.
How to apply?

View the job post here and apply for this position by emailing your CV to [email protected]

Editor’s note: These positions are selected based on the “remote” tag, but some are hybrid ones and you may need to report physically to the office. For more details, contact the employer directly.

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