The Importance of Kids Clubs in Bangkok
Traveling to Bangkok with a young child makes hotel amenities a top priority. While many older hotels in the city lack dedicated spaces for children, the newly opened Dusit Thani Bangkok features a fantastic kids club. During our recent stay, we found it to be a clean, spacious, and welcoming environment that made our family trip significantly more relaxing.
Overview of the Kids Club
The kids club is located on the 6th floor of the hotel and is open daily from 09:00 to 18:00. It is designed for children aged 3 to 7. Basic access to the facility is free, though some craft activities require an additional fee. Please note that socks are mandatory if your child wants to play in the ball pit.
Flexibility and Activities
While the club provides a weekly schedule of programs—such as Lego games, drawing, and clay modeling—the actual operation is quite flexible. We initially worried about sticking to specific times, but we learned that most paid craft activities, such as bracelet or necklace making, can be requested on-demand. The only exceptions are Muay Thai and Thai dance, which require a 24-hour advance booking. This on-demand approach allowed our child to choose what they wanted to do each day rather than being tied to a rigid itinerary.
Parental Freedom and Staff Support
One of the biggest highlights for us was the drop-off service. Staff members are always present, meaning parents can leave their children in the club’s care. Knowing our child was safe and engaged allowed us to enjoy some well-deserved downtime, whether that meant grabbing a coffee or simply resting in our room.
Language Barriers and Non-English Speakers
If you are concerned about the language barrier, I can share from experience that it is not an issue. Our 5-year-old does not speak English and is often shy around strangers, but they adapted quickly. The staff are incredibly kind and experienced with young children. Because craft activities are visual—involving hands-on tasks like painting or assembling jewelry—the children simply follow the staff’s lead. It is a great way for non-English speaking children to build confidence and have fun.
Facilities and Amenities
Beyond the organized programs, the club is well-equipped for free play with Legos, slides, and drawing stations. A major convenience is that the club includes child-sized restrooms and a water purifier inside the facility. This meant we didn’t have to worry about our child needing to leave the area or find us for basic needs while they were playing.
Final Verdict for Families
For families staying at the Dusit Thani Bangkok, the kids club is a genuine asset. It strikes a great balance between structured, creative activities and free-play time. The ability to drop off your child, the reasonable cost of the craft programs, and the supportive staff made it a highlight of our trip. If your child enjoys creative, hands-on activities, they will likely feel right at home here.
