Ode to Local Artists

Ever wondered what would happen if you opened a hotel and let individual artists decorate entire rooms all to themselves? In case you have, you need only travel to Mys-

tic Place Rooms in Bangkok for the end result.

With individually decorated units by local artists, Mystic Place is a boutique hotel that pays tribute to creativity and artistic expression. Opened since November 2009, guests checking in may choose from 36 colorful, fun and memorable rooms that include 35 sqm, 45 sqm and 50 sqm units. As the structure was once an apartment complex, the ceilings are high and the rooms are quite long and spacious.

This is not an accommodation for the color shy, as a walk through the halls reveals neon orange and pink walls adorned with eccentric paintings and decora-tions. “Arts and crafts is really a major theme of the hotel, as the artists have really worked to put the de-sign schemes of the rooms together by hand”, explains Assistant Manager Danny Serireongrith. In many of

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the rooms, guests will find that the furnishing and decorations are reused materials and supplies. “It’s en-vironmentally friendly and great for global warming”, he jokingly adds.

While not all of the designers gave their creations names, there was a few that left lasting impressions, starting with the Hong Kong Pat Room. As Hong means ‘room’ in Thai, renowned Bangkok artist Kong Pat designed this room with a free for all concept in mind. Anyone staying in the room can paint on the walls and add to the artistic display. On the calmer side of the spectrum, the Grey Day Room is quite popular for those guests with vibrant hue phobias as it offers minimalist designs with friendly earth tones and features.

Another well-liked and possibly eyebrow raising room is My Boo Shit. Complete with metallic floors, gas station style pencil writings on the wall (i.e. For a good time call…..) and sofas draped in old pig fertiliz-er bags, this room is the ultimate in arts and crafts. For

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those interested in going native, do check out the Kok Sung Nern Room. Translated into English it means “High Mountain” and is meant to capture the beauty of the Thai countryside right down to the smell. With converted chicken cages for chandeliers, the natur-esque theme is supported by the bamboo covered walls and ceilings. And, while we were told the smell in the air came from the bamboo, it vaguely resembled freshly laid lawn manure.

According to the assistant manager, “Most custom-ers checking into the hotel are leisure seekers with the occasional business traveler”. The clientele at the moment is roughly half Thai locals and half foreign-ers. Out of the foreigners, the Taiwanese seem to re-ally dig this place. A hand full of European countries check in often while, an American presence has been mysteriously low. With a place this decorative and eclectic, it’s no surprise that it is quite popular with the art-loving creative types.

With soi Ari close by, guests have the option of dining in one of the neighborhoods trendy hotspots or at the newly opened in-house café. The menu features a selection of Thai and Western dishes while freshly brewed lattes and ice coffees are on hand.

Situated next to Chatuchak Market, “The area is pretty much local Thai, so if you want local living, this is the area”, explains Danny. Both Mo Chit BTS and Chatuchak MRT stations are just 10 minutes away from the hotel and free Tuk Tuk shuttle is available for both.

If in search of relaxation and pampering but laziness

plagues you, stop by the Mystic Spa only a stone’s throw from your room. Complimentary services around the hotel include breakfast from 7am – 10am, wireless internet access in the common area and in the rooms along with satellite television DVD players.

For more information and rates please visit: www.mysticplacebkk.com

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