Inside IMPACT

The Portal Lifestyle Complex

A dining and shopping building directly linked to IMPACT Challenger and Exhibition Hall, just a 5-minute walk from every hall.

IMPACT Arena / Thunder Dome: 5 min walk
IMPACT Challenger: 5 min walk
Exhibition Hall: 5 min walk
Hours: 10:00-20:00
Website: facebook.com/theportalbuilding/ ↗

The Portal Lifestyle Complex is a four-story retail building inside IMPACT Muang Thong Thani. It opened on 28 March 2017, built at a cost of 600 million baht on more than 8,000 square meters of space. The building's design is inspired by the movement of underwater currents, giving it a distinctly modern look, and it serves as a welcoming gateway for visitors to the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre and IMPACT Arena.

What makes The Portal Lifestyle Complex especially useful for event-goers is that it connects IMPACT Challenger Hall and IMPACT Exhibition Hall via a link bridge, with another walkway leading to IMPACT Arena. That means you can walk between halls without stepping outside into the sun or rain.

Inside, the building brings together restaurants, cafes, a food court and various brand-name shops under one roof. The 4th floor houses The Ballroom, a mid-sized event space, making this building a popular spot to wait, meet up or grab a meal for anyone attending events at IMPACT.

Why IMPACT event-goers pick this place

Just a 5-minute walk from IMPACT's main halls, including IMPACT Arena, Thunder Dome, IMPACT Challenger and IMPACT Exhibition Hall
A link bridge connects directly to IMPACT Challenger and Exhibition Hall, so you never have to walk through sun or rain
A wide range of restaurants, from After You, Burger King and The Pizza Company to Asian eateries like Tsubohachi Express, Hong Kong Suki and Isan@Arena
A food court for quick meals between sessions, ideal if you're short on time
On days with concerts or major events, some shops stay open until midnight, so you can still find food after a late finish
The 4th floor has The Ballroom, which holds mid-sized functions of 500 to 1,000 people, a handy option if you need an extra venue near the main halls

Highlights of The Portal Lifestyle Complex

The Portal Lifestyle Complex is a four-story retail building built at a cost of 600 million baht on a total area of 8,000 square meters. It opened on 28 March 2017. The building's striking shape, inspired by the movement of underwater currents, is visible from the entrance to IMPACT.

Beyond its architecture, the building also serves as a key link between IMPACT Challenger Hall and IMPACT Exhibition Hall via a link bridge.

Four-story building with 8,000 square meters of total space
Built at a cost of 600 million baht, opened on 28 March 2017
Connects IMPACT Challenger Hall and IMPACT Exhibition Hall via a link bridge
Another walkway leads to IMPACT Arena

Recommended restaurants and shops

The 1st floor is home to After You Dessert Café, its first branch in the Muang Thong Thani area, known for Shibuya-style toast desserts, located near Burger King and The Pizza Company. The 2nd floor focuses on Asian restaurants, including Tsubohachi Express, Hong Kong Suki and Isan@Arena, and this floor also has walkways connecting to both the Challenger and Exhibition Hall buildings.

The 3rd floor houses the Food Arena food court, ideal for a quick meal between sessions, while the 4th floor is home to The Ballroom, a multi-purpose event space.

1st floor: After You Dessert Café, Burger King, The Pizza Company
2nd floor: Tsubohachi Express, Hong Kong Suki, Isan@Arena
3rd floor: Food Arena food court
4th floor: The Ballroom

Opening hours

The Portal Lifestyle Complex is open daily from 10:00 to 20:00. On days with concerts or major events at IMPACT, some shops extend their hours until midnight, making it a good option for anyone finishing work or a concert late.

Atmosphere and who it suits

This building is a popular meeting spot for event attendees, locals and office workers in the Muang Thong Thani area. Its modern atmosphere suits visitors coming for trade shows or concerts at IMPACT.

The 4th floor's Ballroom is decorated with grey carpet set against a gold ceiling and chandeliers. The room covers 1,500 square meters and can be arranged to hold 500 to 1,000 guests, making it well suited to mid-sized functions.

Getting there from IMPACT's halls

From IMPACT Arena and Thunder Dome, it takes about 5 minutes to walk to The Portal Lifestyle Complex. From IMPACT Challenger, it also takes about 5 minutes, and the same is true from IMPACT Exhibition Hall. The Challenger and Exhibition Hall buildings connect directly to The Portal Lifestyle Complex via a link bridge, while the Arena and Thunder Dome side uses a separate connecting walkway.

Tips for IMPACT visitors

If you're unsure of the route from a particular hall to The Portal Lifestyle Complex, you can ask staff at IMPACT's information desk at any time during an event. If you're attending a concert or event that finishes late, check in advance whether it's a major event day, since some shops only extend their hours to midnight on those days.

Frequently asked questions

What time does The Portal Lifestyle Complex open and close?

It's open daily from 10:00 to 20:00. On days with concerts or major events at IMPACT, some shops extend their hours until midnight.

How long does it take to walk from IMPACT's halls to The Portal Lifestyle Complex?

About 5 minutes from all the main halls, including IMPACT Arena, Thunder Dome, IMPACT Challenger and IMPACT Exhibition Hall.

Which IMPACT buildings does The Portal Lifestyle Complex connect to?

It connects directly to IMPACT Challenger Hall and IMPACT Exhibition Hall via a link bridge, with another walkway leading to IMPACT Arena.

What restaurants and shops are at The Portal Lifestyle Complex?

There are cafes, international restaurants and a food court, including After You Dessert Café, Burger King and The Pizza Company on the 1st floor, and Tsubohachi Express, Hong Kong Suki and Isan@Arena on the 2nd floor.

Is the After You branch at The Portal Lifestyle Complex the first in the Muang Thong Thani area?

Yes. This After You Dessert Café branch, on the 1st floor, is the first to open in the Muang Thong Thani area.

Which floor is the food court on at The Portal Lifestyle Complex?

It's on the 3rd floor, called Food Arena, ideal for a quick meal between sessions.

How many people can The Ballroom at The Portal Lifestyle Complex hold?

It holds 500 to 1,000 people. The room covers 1,500 square meters, is located on the 4th floor, and is decorated with grey carpet and a gold ceiling.

If an IMPACT event runs late, are any shops at The Portal Lifestyle Complex still open?

Yes, but only on days with concerts or major events, when some shops extend their hours until midnight. On regular days, the building closes at 20:00.

Since when has The Portal Lifestyle Complex been open?

It has been open since 28 March 2017.

What is the size and construction cost of The Portal Lifestyle Complex?

The building covers a total of 8,000 square meters, cost 600 million baht to build, and has four floors.

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