Dream Wedding Hotel or Riverside Venue?
When prospective brides and grooms start planning their wedding, a big question many couples face is Should we hold the event at a hotel or a riverside venue? Both options have their pros and cons. Today, RARIN will provide a clear overview and guidance to help you choose what truly suits your heart.
Hosting Your Wedding at a Hotel
Highlights
- Comfortable air conditioning throughout the event
- Convenient for elderly guests, especially those with mobility issues
- On-site accommodation, suitable for guests from out of town or abroad
- Located in the city, easy to travel, often near BTS/MRT
- Luxurious decor and LED screens
Disadvantages
- Ballroom style is classic (square rooms, standard hotel lighting), resulting in repetitive photos
- Food prices are quite high, starting from 1,500++ THB
- Requires coordination with many parties such as florists, photographers, sound and light crews, cakes, etc., which may incur additional import fees
- Limited special activities; for example, many hotels do not allow fireworks, water features, or outdoor ceremonies
Riverside Event Venue
Good Atmosphere, Truly Our Event
Highlights
- High level of privacy. The entire building is exclusively allocated for your event, right from the entrance

- High flexibility in event arrangements, such as using waterfall fireworks, allowing pets during important moments. There are fewer time and other restrictions compared to hotels

- Architectural design structured according to the wedding timeline, providing diverse photo opportunities for each ceremony stage

- Suitable for events that desire a special feeling, not just a ceremony, but a truly unique memory

Limitations
- No on-site accommodation (but nearby hotels like Avani Riverside are just 10 minutes away)
- Not directly connected to the Skytrain (BTS) (but easily accessible from Rama 3 / Charoenkrung / Sathorn)
What if you choose a riverside venue in the city?
RARIN Bangkok Riverside Venue is an option that perfectly blends the essence of a Chao Phraya riverside venue with the convenience of a city-center location.
Why is RARIN suitable for modern couples?
- Located on the Thonburi side, opposite Rama 3; easy to travel to but not chaotic
- Features multiple event zones within one building, from gardens to glass rooms and halls
- Supports morning ceremonies, evening receptions, After Parties, and even water curtain fireworks
- Offers a modern Thai ambiance + natural light + unique river views during every stage of the ceremony.
Easy Comparison Summary
Factor | Hotel | RARIN Riverside |
Atmosphere | ❌ Square rooms | ✅ River view + nature |
Privacy | ❌ Other events simultaneously | ✅ Entire building exclusively for your wedding |
Flexibility | ❌ Limited themes/activities | ✅ Customizable as desired |
Food Cost | ❌ High prices |
✅ Flexible with budget |
Overnight Stay | ✅ On-site | ❌ Nearby hotels (10 min) |
Travel | ✅ Near Skytrain | ✅ Near city, not directly on BTS |
If you're looking for a venue that doesn't just host an event, but tells your love story through every space, come visit RARIN Bangkok Riverside Venuewhere your wedding will truly reflect who you are.