Originally Posted by
beta1607
How special is being on the river during your first trip to Bangkok?
What about switching hotels during the stay? A few days on the river a few days somewhere closer to the wedding?
Any other hotels I should be considering? Budget is about $500/night
I would suggest staying at the Peninsula or the Oriental. If you don't mind taking the sky train it is very easy to get to the Erawan, and traffic will not be an issue this way.
If you would rather be closer to the wedding, consider a Spa Cottage at the Erawan, as these are really fantastic. Otherwise, you can definitely get a very nice room or suite at the Four Seasons within your budget (book through FSPP, Virtuoso, or FHR).