【Bangkok】The Latest Rooftop Bar: Thai Mythology in the Sky

Akara Sky Hanuman, Bangkok's newest rooftop bar, is inspired by the white monkey featured in Thailand's epic "Ramakien." This unique venue combines traditional Thai culture with projection mapping, offering delicious cocktails, light snacks, and stunning 360° night views. We visited as a pair of Japanese travelers, and since the bar is still relatively unknown, there were few tourists. We enjoyed a luxurious evening with excellent drinks in hand. Here’s what we ordered: ⚫︎ Khao San Road (a cocktail featuring rum and cordial beer with a scorpion garnish): ฿620 ⚫︎ Songkran (named after Thailand's water festival, a cocktail with jasmine and coconut aromas, based on Thai rum): ฿620 ⚫︎ Tuk Tuk (a cocktail with tequila infused with Thai tea flavors): ฿620 ⚫︎ Banana Roti (a classic Thai street food dessert, crispy fried crepe filled with chewy banana): ฿95 ⚫︎ Nutella Roti (crispy fried crepe filled with chocolate cream): ฿95 The playful cocktails were delightful, and the unexpectedly delicious snacks added to the experience. With Western music and a skilled DJ setting the mood, the panoramic night views made the slightly high price tag for Thailand feel justified. We took a Grab taxi to get there, but the direct connection to the BTS station is a convenient bonus! 🗺️ Basic Information ・Name: Akara Sky Hanuman ・Address: 548 One City Centre, 61st Floor, Phloen Chit Rd, Bangkok 10330 ・Access: Directly connected to BTS Phloen Chit Station → Take the escalator inside the building to the 58th-floor reception → Proceed to the 61st floor ・Recommended Stay Duration: 1.5–2 hours (evening to night) ・Price Range: Minimum spend ฿1,000/person Cocktails ฿500–620, light snacks ฿100, other meat dishes available ・Hours: 4:30 PM–2:00 AM ・Facilities: Wi-Fi, restrooms 📝 Highlights ✔ A world-first and top-tier fusion of "Thai culture × rooftop bar" ✔ Stunning panoramic night views from the 61st floor, offering vistas in all directions ✔ Enjoy DJ performances and projection mapping surrounded by a massive Hanuman statue 💡 Tips/Notes ✅ Sunset is particularly beautiful, but visiting after dinner as a way to end the day is also great ✅ While directly connected to Phloen Chit Station, it can be slightly confusing from ground level—head towards the building marked on Google Maps ✅ Showtimes available (around 9:30 PM, 10:30 PM, 11:30 PM) ✅ Dress code: Casual is fine, but avoid tank tops and beach sandals