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Yes ,
The asked price is 4K to 5K for LT, but it is always negociable.
But if you find a nice classy girl it will not be less than 3K
BTW, I will be in Bangkok next week for 4 nights , so if anyone want to share a beer, PM me.
Denis
Is there a soapy walking distance (closest to) from Four Seasons in Rajadamri Road. Appreciate a response.
I usually go through Priceline .com where you can name your own price for hotels in BKK. You can't choose the hotel but with one exception each time I have used them I got a room at the JW Marriott which is a great girlfriend friendly hotel. On my last trip I spent 2 nights at the Marriott then went to Pattaya for a week. While in Pattaya I bucked a room again through Priceline.com for my return to BKK and ended up at the Westin Grande which is also a really first class hotel and very girl friendly.
Priceline does not book any hotels in Pattaya. Too bad as I like the Marriott there and had to use another scam to get a discount.
You could check out the hotel rates at www.bangkok.com and the rates are pretty good. Or inquire with cbstour@cbstour.co.th , the only downside is that once payment has been made through your credit card, amendments to the bookings or refunds can be a hassle if you change travel plans.
Would like to find a travel agent who doesn't do payment through credit card confirmation like the old days. Anybody got contact?
I got a package deal with this hotel and air. Does anyone know anything about thuis place? Is it girl-friendly? Good walking to nana plaza? Thanks in advance.
Does anyone have any info on this hotel? Is it girl-friendly?Walking distance to Nana Plaza?
Amari is not girl friendly. Shame, its in an ideal location. Right smack in the freelancer area (Gullivers, Beer Garden) and short walk to Nana.
On 1balls suggestion, tried this hotel on Soi 11. Very nice for 1200b. Newer, good sized rooms, kick ass air con, ideally located, 24 hr room service and resturant and a good friendly staff (except for the really pretty girl behind the reception desk).
Complaints: wireless internet in the rooms was very "spotty" and no pool.
FD
Complaints: wireless internet in the rooms was very "spotty" and no pool.
FD
A quick note abt the above. I too was having trouble, so I roamed the floors to see where there was a good link, and where there was not. 9th floor is crap, 5th and 6th floor, near the stairs were very good.
If you choose this hotel, and use a laptop, and they put you in a room with a bad link, (which happened to me), ask them to move you. I went out for a walk, came back, and had a new room, with all my things moved.
Another complaint, no in room safe, so you can't lock your computer away. But as FD says, for the money, it works out very well. (they have an elaborate safe system downstairs.)
And yes the pretty girl was rather bitchy. the nicest of the bunch was the fat older woman, who delighted to announce to me that FD had just gone up to his room with 2 ladies, and she hoped he had power. ( FD, I think she fancied you)
We didn't really need a pool, we got caught in a torrential downpour :(
FD & 1Ball
Did you guys stay at the hotel at the same time? Shame on you 1Ball for not letting FD share the wireless connection.
Duni, I lent him my linksys, so he could download his porn. I think he then went to buy one, after I left
Don't think I've seen anyhing posted here before about Leela Inn on Soi 3, Got a room there by default, I tried to book too late the only one I could find (other than the stars hotels which I will never pay that kind of money for a room I don't plan to spend so much time in) in the Sukhumvit area was Leela Inn. 900B for a single (small) room with breakfast, not bad for a two night stay for a single man on the go.
JackDaniels
09-24-05, 12:55
Amari is not girl friendly. Shame, its in an ideal location. Right smack in the freelancer area (Gullivers, Beer Garden) and short walk to Nana.
When I stayed here before and had booked as a "double", there was no problem in bringing a girl back. It is a very convenient spot. By not being girl friendly, do you mean that girls are not allowed in at all ?
By not being girl friendly, do you mean that girls are not allowed in at all?Girl-friendly refers to not having to pay a joiner-fee. EVERY hotel allows you to bring girls back.
Traveler Tom
09-24-05, 15:14
Kuber
Lots but easy for walking try Annies behind J W Marriott, behind Nana Hotel. Small and informal - good value and, sometimes, good girls. No pressure. #23 was a dream not long ago but numbers and quality do change.
Tom
White Monkey
09-24-05, 17:55
I would not consider Annies a very good soapy as far as quality is concerned.
Not in the traditional Thai sense that is. While the gals offer a commendable service and if talked into may be up for less traditional, more perverse activities they are not much in the looks department.
I have only ever seen one cute gal in there. The majority of them are are in there late 20s early 30s, dark skinned, from Northeast Thailand, and have stretch marks or other signs of baby toting.
I recommend a newer place near the Emporium, in the soi across from Barons, called Tonglor Masssage. The glas have nicer skin, tighter bodies and the rooms are brand new.
Regarding rooms. If you want to avoid the walk of shame back to your hotel with a gal that thinks orange a greeen is a match and you wanna ensure a hassle free room then go to PB Mansion, a short time hotel off of Soi 3 Sukumwit.
Kuber
Lots but easy for walking try Annies behind J W Marriott, behind Nana Hotel. Small and informal - good value and, sometimes, good girls. No pressure. #23 was a dream not long ago but numbers and quality do change.
Tom
Has anyone stayed in The Davis Bangkok?
Can anyone give me any information on the President Park Hotel?
Lies, lies, lies.
"Download porn" ? Do I seem like the type who would bring a sack lunch to a buffet ?
I did buy a Linksys card. 1700 b at Pantip !!! Maybe the hotel will buy it from me when I leave.
Bailing out early, skipping the Philippines. Gotta get back for a job interview. Crap, I was enjoying retirement.
It was good hang'n with you and The Traveler.
FD
FD, must be a REALLY good job you are going after. I know how you were looking forward to PI.
Did the dentist work out as hoped? Maybe you can give a bit of info of the where, how much, etc.
Good luck on the interview.........
Traveler Tom
09-25-05, 17:20
white monkey
Annies certainly has a lot to be desired and I agree - older 'girls' but nothing wrong with that. Usually better service. Don't know about the special affects, though!
Annies was a suggestion as it is walkable. If you are going to leg it from the 4 Seasosn to the Emporium then one might just as well add a whole host of other venues but Annies seemed a good walking suggestion.
Get a cab and the choice is limitless
Tom
Dezzy Haynes
09-25-05, 19:47
Has anyone stayed in The Davis Bangkok?Yep, and I'll be there again next week. Nice hotel but a bit of a walk back to Suk. A lot of Japanese tourists stay there.
GF, no problems getting in.
Dez
Has anyone stayed in The Davis Bangkok?Yes, it is excellent.
The Traveler
09-26-05, 10:19
Since a friend of mine is a travel agent who asked me to have a look at several hotels along Sukhumvit I visited the following hotels yesterday.
I sorted them by value for money.
Royal President Soi 15
Superior 2.500
Deluxe 2.800
plus 10% service charge
Best value for money, all rooms very clean with good furniture, kitchenette, big in-room safe and electronic key-cards, well maintained, girl friendly. They have a nice pool, sauna and a small gym. Breakfast buffet is good but not included in walk-in rate.
Grand President Soi 11
Topaz Studio 2.750
Opal Studio 3.000 (Tower 3)
Executive 3.150 (Tower 1)
Good value for money, all rooms are clean with ok furniture, a small kitchenette, big in-rom safe and electronic key card system, well maintained and girl friendly. They have two pools. I found the Topaz and Opal a bit small but they are sufficient. Request the above stated buildings, the room layout is better.
The difference between a Topaz and an Opal Studio is that the Opal is renovated. If an Opal is requested you will be charged a higher rate but if you book a Topaz you might get an Opal if lucky without being charged.
Rembrandt Soi 18
Superior 4.500
Deluxe 5.000
Terrace Suite 10.000
Very nice rooms, clean, in-room safe, well maintained, nice pool and good service, girl-unfriendly.
Manhattan Soi 15
Superior 2.000
Deluxe 2.500
Fair value for money, nothing special with in-room safe, girl-friendly. In the Deluxe the TV won't be visible from the bed but rather from two uncomfortable chairs behind a room divider. Therefore go for the Superior.
The Somerset Soi 15
Standard 2.900
Deluxe 3.600
Rooms are decent, not brand new but still ok, don't remember if I have seen an in-room safe. If you book a double no joiner fee.
Grand Business Inn Soi 11
Standard 1.500
Suite 1.800
Rooms are new but quite simple, clean, no in-room safe, girl-friendly
Royal Park View Soi 20
Superior 2.000
Deluxe 2.500
Suite 3.500
Roms are ok, nothing special and a bit worn down, in-room safe. Girl-unfriendly and a joiner fee of 800 baht.
Ambassador
Standard 1.700 (Main building) 2.300 (Tower)
Executive 2.700 (Tower)
Suite 5.000 (Tower)
Serviced Appartment 2.200 (Type A) 2.700 (Type B) 4.200 (Type C) 5.200 (Type D)
All rooms are worn down and compared to the President Group absolutely overprized. No in-room safe as well. Didn't asked if girl-friendly or not but it isn't a prob to "sneak in" even with a couple of elephants.
Swiss Park Soi 11
Superior 1.700
Executive 2.100
Suite 3.100
Rooms are run down, in-room safe. Joiner fee 400. If you book a double (difference to a single 200 baht) you will be charged the remaining 200 baht.
Please keep in mind that all rates are walk-in rates and that you might get a better deal over the net or a travel agent. All mentioned prices are for a double/twin.
All hotels in Soi 11, 13 and 15 are currently affected by ongoing constructions close by. I wasn't disturbing at the time I visited the rooms but that might be a different thing if you sleep in a room, aircon turned off and hear them start the engines at 8am. With turned on aircon it shouldn't be a prob cause most aircons make enough noise to cover anything that might happen outside. Or do like me, rise early at 6am :)
Rembrandt - Very nice rooms, clean, in-room safe.NOT guest-friendly though.
Manhattan - Fair value for money, nothing special with in-room safe. Girl-friendly.Hi all,
Before you go ahead and book your room in the Hotel Manhattan, please check with them if the construction work has been done through, or is it still going on. If its still going on, then tell them to give u a Front Side room, else from morning around 8 AM to 10 PM in the night, u will be having too much of the construction noise going on. There is a construction of a new building going on behind Hotel Manhattan.
As such, its a great place to stay in, the rooms are reasonablly priced, and very clean with private safe in the room. It surely is girl-friendly, but as applies everywhere in Thailand, do book ur room as "double" rather than single, to avoid any hassles that might pop up.
Peace!
Myself and a buddy will soon travel to Bangkok for mongering. After scanning through this forum, I have yet to see a reference to a unit with two seperate bedrooms. Does such a thing exist in Bangkok (and for less than 1800 baht?)
Our plan is to switch off girls yet fuck privately.
Thanks!
Eatmeat
Thanks CB and DH,
I'm looking to stay in either Davis or President Park when I take my trip. I haven't decided yet. Any recommendations?
Please suggest some 3-4 star hotel on Sukhimvit close to action, should be very girl friendly.
How's Grace Hotel???
i know that in china they have twin rooms with a connecting door in the wall .. but when i went to thailand i went alone so i never saw the need for it ,, but i am sure they will have this type of facility
Myself and a buddy will soon travel to Bangkok for mongering. After scanning through this forum, I have yet to see a reference to a unit with two seperate bedrooms. Does such a thing exist in Bangkok (and for less than 1800 baht?)
Our plan is to switch off girls yet fuck privately.
Thanks!
Eatmeat
what do u want for 1200b .. Burj ul arab
On 1balls suggestion, tried this hotel on Soi 11. Very nice for 1200b. Newer, good sized rooms, kick ass air con, ideally located, 24 hr room service and resturant and a good friendly staff (except for the really pretty girl behind the reception desk).
Complaints: wireless internet in the rooms was very "spotty" and no pool.
FD
Where are most of the middle eastren people are staying? Is it Grace or a new place?
Thanks for your reply.
Tony, those in the Nana area can mostly be found plotting at Grace (as per usual), or at Majestic Grande.
How much you are paying for it?
Thanks to a lot of good advice, I am staying at the Majestic Grande.
It is on Sukhumvit Soi 2. If you go out the door and directly across the street through a small alley past the Ra Jah hotel, you are on Soi 4 and 100 meters from Nana.
The room is beautiful, the breakfast great, good bath, walk-in shower and large screen TV, along with a king bed. And, most important, guest friendly!
How do you rate in stars these 2 hotels. Are they good? How much are there rates? Looks like you are the expert in BKK hotels on this forum.
Thanks for the quick reply. How far are they from each other. Sorry for so many questions.
Tony, those in the Nana area can mostly be found plotting at Grace (as per usual), or at Majestic Grande.
Coconut Tree
09-28-05, 06:47
The last time i was in BKk, I stayed in EAstin.. fucked up hotel. They didn't allow me to bring up a girl. wanted to charge me 600Bt to bring her in! I also had to register the girl. Said it was some fucked up hotel policy.. I am never going to stay there again.
I need the web site address of this hotel.
I did google search but the hotel web site did not show up.
The Traveler
09-28-05, 08:22
I need the web site address of this hotel.
I did google search but the hotel web site did not show up.
Tony,
I did google too and this came up on the first page
http://www.bangkok.com/majesticgrande/
www.majesticgrande.com is their official site.
How do you rate in stars these 2 hotels. Are they good? How much are there rates? Looks like you are the expert in BKK hotels on this forum.Expert eh? Thanks! Yes, have stayed in plenty of BKK hotels. Bought a condo already so as each day passes I'll be more out of touch.
Hung out in Majestic Grande last night in a friend's room, nice soft lighting in the rooms, good for sex.
MG is certainly a better choice than The Grace. No idea how many stars they have, but for the price range, and location am sure you'll be more than happy with MG.
If you want to spend a little more then JW-Marriot is even better.
Hi fellow Mongers,
I'll be travelling to BKK and may take up the promotion package by Baiyoke Sky.
Appreciate anyone with experience staying there?
Any joiner fee/ restriction to bring local girls into room?
Any Good hunting ground/spot around that area.
Thanks.
from KL
CG
I need the web site address of this hotel.
I did google search but the hotel web site did not show up.
TonyUSA
Being a Senior Member and the questions you have posed in these forums, why don't you RTFF.
TonyUSA
Being a Senior Member and the questions you have posed in these forums, why don't you RTFF.
Thailand info is very spread out as compare to other countries.
Is Majestic Grande GF Hotel?????
Thailand info is very spread out as compare to other countries.
Is Majestic Grande GF Hotel?????
TonyUSA, if I may make a suggestion, before LOS regulars jump all over you.
first, some manners go a long way. A little please, thank you might improve the amount of responses you receive. You ask, or should I say demand information about pretty much the same thing, in all your Thai questions. Everything you want to know is in there, and if you go back, at the most 5 pages, you will find it.
another thing, don't be so impatient. you asked about Indian and russian ladies in BKK, then demanded someone answer you, all this within less than 7 hours of your original question......... Chill dude.
doing some homework can actually be interesting, and can give you even more valuable information, try it.
If not, you are more than likely to get a sarcastic remark as an answer (see 2005 general reports)
Member #3123
09-28-05, 17:36
Does anyone have any info on Siam City Hotel? Girl friendly? Maby to far from the action?
Hi All and 1 ball :
Please dont take me wrong. I was not demanding any info, I was requesting info.
I am just in a hurry to decide weather I should go to Dubai(very expensive) or Thailand.
Peace and regards to every body.
Tony.
Phantomtiger2
09-29-05, 00:32
To Maytain
This depends if where you go or do you want where to go. I've been to Bangkok
more than 10 times. My average spending is about $ 60.00 USD a day. I stay
in business inn, it's about $ 15.00 usd a night. $20.00 for the girl. Sometimes I
paid more. If you go to a more expensive hotel and KTV or club you will pay a lot
more.
Fast Eddie 48Business Inn? never heard or this place and at $15/nite--not a bad price. Any info on how to book this place,location and is breakfast included (dont know why I ask about breakfast since I never get up early enough for it).
$20 for the gal. I assume its only for the one shot short time?
Let me know guys, thanks
Ralph Kramden
09-29-05, 14:53
Spantax
Actually Siam City Hotel is right in the middle of the largest concentration of soapy massage parlors in Bangkok, if that is what you are looking for. Plus it is very near a subway stop, which makes travel very convenient. I am not sure about "girl friendly." What I am sure about is that the place is a dump. Don't be fooled by their low price. I wouldn't take a decent girl inside and the breakfast buffet is pitiful. I stayed there once and will never return. If you like that area, then I would suggest the Emerald right across the street or the Fortune just down Rachada road.
Hi All and 1 ball :
Please dont take me wrong. I was not demanding any info, I was requesting info.
I am just in a hurry to decide weather I should go to Dubai(very expensive) or Thailand.
Peace and regards to every body.
Tony.
Thailand, definitely. And 1ball's advice is good. RTFF and if you have any questions that are NOT answered 100 times in a post, feel free to ask. Help yourself first, then we will all be glad to help you out.
Thailand, definitely...Actually, I've chatted to Tony by PM, and what he is looking for makes Dubai a million times more suitable.
Air fare to UAE is close to US $ 5000.00 Business class from NY.
UAE 3 star hotels are above US $ 200.00 a night.
Russian ladies above average US $ 150-200.
BKK airfare business class from LA about US $ 3500.00.
BKK 4 star hotel (Majestic Grande) US $ 75.00 a night
Ladies vary so much in BKK but still better pricing. US $ 25-100.
Actually, I've chatted to Tony by PM, and what he is looking for makes Dubai a million times more suitable.
OK, so go to Dubai.
I don't know why I am taking the bait, but "C" class LAX BKK is 2600$.
Search the web, you'll find it.
I am going beyond BKK which I dont want to mention on the forum that is why it is around US $3500.00
OK, so go to Dubai.
I don't know why I am taking the bait, but "C" class LAX BKK is 2600$.
Search the web, you'll find it.
to quote Kramer, (Seinfeld) "I'm out" of this one.
good luck
If it's ever just BKK, try EVA Air. They have a business size seat and legroom with coach service that they call "delux" class. Under $1000 RT from LAX (before the recent jump in fuel prices). Great deal.
FD
Phantomtiger2
09-30-05, 22:19
Business Inn? never heard or this place and at $15/nite--not a bad price. Any info on how to book this place,location and is breakfast included (dont know why I ask about breakfast since I never get up early enough for it).
$20 for the gal. I assume its only for the one shot short time?
Let me know guys, thanksDon't know how Bangkok Hotel thread ended with conflicts on Airfare? but should anyone have any info on the Business Inn, please let me know.
Don't know how Bangkok Hotel thread ended with conflicts on Airfare? but should anyone have any info on the Business Inn, please let me know.
Why don't some of you ever bother to read the reports and RTFF. That stands for Read The F****g Forum. There is also a search engine.
London Lad
10-01-05, 15:05
I'm not sure if there are many like minded people out there but to me, I love bending a cute thai girl over a sofa and doing what comes naturally!
I know that there sofas in the short time place, PB off Soi 3 but i was wondering if anyone knew of a hotel that had sofas in the room? I'm sure the really upmarket places do but was hoping not to spend more than say B2,000 tops?
Any ideas?
Was wondering if anyone stayed in apartments rented say, by the week? I used to live in Bangkok so know my way round and would have more fun in a fully furnished apartment for a week or two rather than a hotel, even if the price was similar.
Any thoughts again?
I guess I should give something - I sometimes stay at the Rex Hotel, On Sukumvit Rd up near Thong Lor. It's Bt 880 or there abouts, big clean rooms with nice beds. Decor is a little dated but fine. They have a nice big pool that is never crowded, only opened about a year ago I think (the pool that is).
There is a 24 coffee shop (no scene for the girls) with Thai and western food - breakfast also inc in the price but nothing special.
Oh, and of course it is girl friendly.
I know that this place is a little out of the way but just a short hop on the BTS going in to Nana / Asoke area in the evening / daytime and a 40 baht taxi on the way home with no traffic (5 min or so).
I find a lot of the girls are more than happy to stay there as so many seem to live around Prakanong or On Nut which isn't that far away. Soi 33 is also really close if that's your scene.
Like I say, nothing special but a good clean hotel, excellent value for money with a pool, and in a more Thai area if that appeals to anyone.
Hope to hear about a sofa - Bangkok would be so much more fun with one!!!
Cheers,
London Lad.
ps. In Bangkok from 14th October for 10 days if anyone fancies a beer. Would be keen to meet people up for going to the Thai bars (RCA, Ratchada way, Thonglor / Ekammai).
Phantomtiger2
10-02-05, 22:36
Why don't some of you ever bother to read the reports and RTFF. That stands for Read The F****g Forum. There is also a search engine.Yes, I do read the forum (although not on a regular enough basis) and I did a quick search before posting, but what came up was for "Grand Business Inn" only and was only confused if this was the same as Business Inn. After all we all know a difference in just one word could mean the difference of totally differ. Hotels in Thailand.
cheers.
Yes, I do read the forum (although not on a regular enough basis) and I did a quick search before posting, but what came up was for "Grand Business Inn" only and was only confused if this was the same as Business Inn. After all we all know a difference in just one word could mean the difference of totally differ. Hotels in Thailand.
cheers.
here is the link for business inn if this is the one you are looking for.
http://www.awgroup.com/hotel/hotel_index.htm
managed to contact grand business in via email. 1ball sorry to bug you with a PM earlier, you can ignore it. Thanks and sorry again.Rates are Bhat1,200 for single/double without breakfast.
I'm not sure if there are many like minded people out there but to me, I love bending a cute thai girl over a sofa and doing what comes naturally!
.... I am not sure if you are thinking of bending her forward or backwards; I have lived it out both ways. But I am familiar with your wish, London Lad. Sometimes I also miss a kitchen table. Especially if it rattles a bit, that can add to the excitement. There is no much fantasy in bordello architecture these days. Back in Paris of 1900 they had everything, even rooms shaped like a train compartment which were held in motion like in a real train!
I once had a big sofa in a huge room at Chatra Court on Sukh Soi 19, located one floor above the breakfast room and next to the house massage. But Chatra sucks now and I will not go back. However, last time in a Topaz Suite at the Grand President I had a sofa with enough free space around it; ideal for the purpose. And this room was still only 1700B. I may go back just for that.
Can anyone giv eme any info on Majestic Suite? Is it close to the action? Girlfriendly? anything???? I need to book a place for net week. Thanks in advance. M&M
Mimonger, I am disappointed in you. That's a super duper RTFF post. The Majestic Suites and Majestic Grande have been posted about many times, even recently. Search first, please!
Yes, I do read the forum (although not on a regular enough basis) and I did a quick search before posting, but what came up was for "Grand Business Inn" only and was only confused if this was the same as Business Inn. After all we all know a difference in just one word could mean the difference of totally differ. Hotels in Thailand.
cheers.
Sorry for my remark. But your question should have been asking for the difference between the two.
The Majestic Suites are very nice and very close to Nana. Overall this hotel is one notch below the JW in quality, but also cheaper on average.
Phuquer
I knew someone was going to due me for asking. The thing is, I have very little time to read right now. I needed the info ASAP..so thats why I asked.
Elvis thanks for the info, I'll let you know what I think of the place. 6 days and counting..M&M
:) Didn't mean to rib you, and I had hoped that the question would have come from an absolute newbie. I am cool with you. BUT.....if you had taken a look at my itinerary (which I recommend to EVERYONE), you would have seen both Majestic Suites and Majestic Grande are among the Monger Recommended hotels. I even posted a link to their website. All the recommended hotels are girl friendly, and in the general main monger area of Sukhumvit Rd. Be sure to book as early as possible, as Majestic Suites is usually booked solid at least a week in advance (at least the times I have called and tried to reserve a room). Perhaps it is better now that Majestic Grande has opened and taken up some of the slack.
William Saw
10-06-05, 02:35
Need to know 3 star hotel nearest to Soi Cowboy
Thanks going to Bangkok as Indonesia Ramadan period.
Try City-Lodge (Suk-19) or Tai-Pan on (Suk-23). Both are cheap 3 star hotels.
Or, if you want to spend a little more; Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit.
Jimmy Red Cab
10-06-05, 11:41
:) Didn't mean to rib you, and I had hoped that the question would have come from an absolute newbie. I am cool with you. BUT.....if you had taken a look at my itinerary (which I recommend to EVERYONE), you would have seen both Majestic Suites and Majestic Grande are among the Monger Recommended hotels. I even posted a link to their website. All the recommended hotels are girl friendly, and in the general main monger area of Sukhumvit Rd. Be sure to book as early as possible, as Majestic Suites is usually booked solid at least a week in advance (at least the times I have called and tried to reserve a room). Perhaps it is better now that Majestic Grande has opened and taken up some of the slack.
Majestic Suites is still as busy as ever, I just tried to book from 18-31 oct without success. Majestic Grand is far more expensive, their web-site states 2900 baht but lower rates are available if you shop around.
Coma,
City-Lodge or Tai-Pan are GF?
Or is better to book double room to avoid problems?
LittleBigMan
10-06-05, 16:29
William Saw,
Give the Penny Black a try! Next to pool hall at the entrance of Soi cowboy /
Asoke.
LBM
Coma,
City-Lodge or Tai-Pan are GF? Or is better to book double room to avoid problems?I haven't stayed at either as there are nicer hotels in the area, but they will almost certainly be GF. (Okay, Tai-Pan may not be).
Very few hotels in BKK request joiner-fees.
You should always book a double anyway for peace of mind, it rarely costs much more.
As I understand it, Tai-pan is not girl friendly.
FD
Member #2041
10-07-05, 00:17
I also heard from someone else that Tai-pan is not GF
Crazy4Thai
10-07-05, 06:11
I looked at the rooms in City Lodge last July and in my book, 2 stars would be generous. Too grungy for me and no bargain either.
I tried to book with PassionAsia.Com a room in Majestic Suites but the hotel is full.
PassionAsia give me two alternatives Ambassador and Park Hotel.
Any experience (like always, GF, rooms Ok, good staff?
Thanks
Kilmarnock
10-07-05, 17:36
William Saw,
Give the Penny Black a try! Next to pool hall at the entrance of Soi cowboy /
Asoke.
LBMAlthough primarily designed as a short time hotel (after all, it is at the base of soi cowboy), Penny Black is actually a pretty good place to spend a longer period of time in. The rooms are decent, especially on the higher floors and overlooking Cowboy.
If you get a willing girl, you can always open the curtains and give a show to those on the street below :) One of my buds used to do this.
It is just next to the Asoke intersection, so it is very well placed with the subway, skytrain, and so on.
All in all, not luxury, but good value for money.
I think the Ambassador is a dump (dirty old rooms, etc.), and they try scams to get you to pay more to take girls to your room. I am not familiar with the Park hotel. Try the Grand President, right next to the Ambassador. It's a little bit nicer, and very girl friendly.
The JW Marriott is just around the corner from Nana Entertainment Plaza and is a great hotel. Very girl friendly, in fact they treat them as if they were your wife. The ladies like this. Never any problem with them using the pool or other hotel facilities,
Park is fine. Not as good as Majestic, which is usually full, but it's fine.
I just booked with Majestic Suites. Try thailand-hotel-reservation.net, I am booked in for next week.
Def-con 4...... M&M
One of the best located hotels (IMHO), but in need of room remodeling. Carpets are pretty disgusting. At least the last time I stayed there, about 3 years ago. If you check it out, give us an update pls.
It has a small swimming pool, but at least you can get wet.
Grand President is nice, but more money. JW Marriot is very nice and a lot more money.
FD
Member #1088
10-08-05, 01:43
Dear friends,
Which one would be the best hotel for good activities with semi or Non-pro girl?
I like the pathumwan princess because is right by the mbk shopping center.
Also I was told that are 2 entrances from the mall into the hotel? is this right?
Would it prevent the walk to shame thru the 2nd entrnace.
Let me know
Thanks
PVC
I have stayed in the following hotels and think they were all great, just depends on what you want to spend.
JW- luxory property that has all the amenities of a five star hotel. Close to Nana and very girlfriendly
Majestic Suites- very convient small hotel with nice rooms, but limited amenities. You can't beat the price at 12-1500 baht per night.
Majestic Grande- upscale sister property to the Majestic 200yds down the same soi at JW. Very girl friendly and better amenities than Majestic. IMHO
Can somebody give some infor. of girl friendly hotels in BKK, for a short stay (3-4 days), Not expensive high end places, decent economical type!
Thanks
Which one would be the best hotel for good activities with semi or Non-pro girl?
...would it prevent the walk to shame thru the 2nd entrnace.If you're with a non-pro girl then the walk isn't shameful.
And a "semi-pro", well, she's either a pro or she isn't, there ain't much of a grey area. A semi-pro is a pro; walk shamefully without care. Just grin and bear it.
Can somebody give some infor. of girl friendly hotels in BKK, for a short stay (3-4 days).Try reading this thread:
http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?t=1029
I like the pathumwan princess because is right by the mbk shopping center.
Also I was told that are 2 entrances from the mall into the hotel? is this right?
Would it prevent the walk to shame thru the 2nd entrnace.
PVCI know one hotel entrance from MBK strategically located next to the elevators leading to the Pathumwan hotel rooms. It would probably work well during the day, but not after closing time of MBK which is around 21:00.
I know one hotel entrance from MBK strategically located next to the elevators leading to the Pathumwan hotel rooms. It would probably work well during the day, but not after closing time of MBK which is around 21:00.There are 1 entrance each on the ground & 1st storey behind the elevator leading to MBK.
The 1st storey entrance will be closed at 2200hrs about the time most shops in MBK have closed.
And in the early evening. There will be hotel security guards at the elevator ..
in the evening. All the hotel guests will have to come in through the main hotel entrance and up the escalator to the 1st floor and pass the hotel receptionist before reaching the elevator.
Thus chances of bring a guest to the room without them noticing is slim.
The hotel is going through some renovation now.
This is a great hotel to stay. Clean, safe and good location with many shopping areas nearby and convenient. Direct link to BTS skytrain through MBK.
Cheers
William Saw
10-09-05, 02:44
Thanks everybody for the information.
Just for having fun/sex/drinking not including hotel.
I will US$100/- be enough ( i am from singapore}
My last trip about 5 years ago, I just go to the fish bowl massage area for short time which cost I think about 2000 baht for about 2 hours. In the night I hang around Nana, drinking and watch the girls dancing at the bar, and sometime pick a gal for short time.
This trip I want to hang around Soi Cowboy drink and pick up a gal.
Sean_Double
10-09-05, 03:59
Firedick,
The Park Hotel is girl friendly as long as you'r not bringing in a foursome of known troublemakers from across the street. The locations great but I wouln't choose to stay there. The rooms are OK, but a bit worn.
I live on soi 11 and the Park offers a nice shortcut through the car park to soi 7 and beyond without having to deal with Sukhumvit. I hope it stays the same and isn't replaced by some new condo project or whatever.
Cheers,
Sean
BTW
The mosque in the back of the building has seemed to have gone out of business or moved and the "restaurant" in the car park is good.
Fast Eddie 48
10-09-05, 23:17
aw grand business inn www.awgroup.com
new hotel soi 11 near park hotel and ambassador hotel open last nov
1200 baht a night std room one queen bed , coffee maker ,cable tv
shower and bath tub nice clean room with wireless access in each fl
very freindly staff and girl freindly.
fast eddie 48
Member #2901
10-10-05, 00:15
Hi all,
Thanks for all the travel advice posted here in the past. I know that BKK and especially the Sukhumvit area are loaded with travel agencies. I will be in town soon and may have need to pick up some internal plane tickets on site or in advance. If anyone can recommend a specific shop or contact for an agency this it would be most helpful.
Richard
aw grand business inn www.awgroup.com
new hotel soi 11 near park hotel and ambassador hotel open last nov
1200 baht a night std room one queen bed , coffee maker ,cable tv
shower and bath tub nice clean room with wireless access in each fl
very freindly staff and girl freindly.
fast eddie 48
Their website quotes 850B for double deluxe room and 1200 for a triple deluxe. A single std. room is 590B. Are these rates correct? Planning to be there end of Nov.
http://www.awgroup.com/hotel/hotel_index.htm
Their website quotes 850B for double deluxe room and 1200 for a triple deluxe. A single std. room is 590B. Are these rates correct? Planning to be there end of Nov.
http://www.awgroup.com/hotel/hotel_index.htmThere is the Grand Business Inn with the link Fast Eddie 48 gave and the older Business Inn of your post with the lower rates. Both have been mentioned in this thread.
Hi
Stayed at the Novotel Siam Square. It is a gilfriendly hotel however they do ask for the girls ID for security purposes. There is a disco CM2 in the basement of the hotel and it is full of working girls. The location and the facilities at the hotel are excellent. Total damages for a deluxe room TBH 3200 all in inclusive of airport transfers.
Faisal
There is the Grand Business Inn with the link Fast Eddie 48 gave and the older Business Inn of your post with the lower rates. Both have been mentioned in this thread.
I followed the link from Fast Eddie 48 gave. I got the info from there. Try it.
I followed the link from Fast Eddie 48 gave. I got the info from there. Try it.If I go there, click on flashing "Click here" on the right and scroll down I see the following pricing: Single superior room 1500, double premier 2000, premier suite 2500, triple room 2500. Maybe they have updated their site, and I agree it's not very easy or logical to navigate. The prices you quote look more like those of the old Business Inn which are listed under "Budget Hotels"
At any rate they confirmed to me that the promotion of 1200 mentioned by others is valid until the end of October.
Larrycanada
10-11-05, 15:57
Hi!
Next month I will be in Bangkok and staying at the Pathumwan Princess Hotel.
Anyone know this hotel? Is it ok to bring back girls at that hotel?
Let me know.
Tx.
Larry
Crazy4Thai
10-11-05, 17:46
I've stayed twice in the last 6 months. 1200 baht each time just as a walk in rate. The curious thing -- first time, the room was, uhm, Grand and I was happy at 1200 baht. The next time the room was worn and smelly and small. I asked to see the room the first time and assumed that I'd get the same quality the second time.
c4t
Thunder_Boy
10-11-05, 18:06
stayed at the royal president for one night recently.
overall, not the cheapest place, but a good value in between the bargain places and the jw marriott. it wasn't my first choice but i booked late and i was satisified the deal.
in room safe, large room with kitchnette, cd player, desk, and marble bathroom.
the only thing that looked worn was the peeling wallpaper in the kitchnette. the place deserves their description of executive serviced apartments.
paid about 2200 baht and the place was very guest friendly. the staff suggested checking out girls in the hotel's massage parlour but i wanted a wider selection. no problem with bringing my date back with me.
thunder
Congrats ! One post one RTFF !
Go to the top of the Thailand directory page and click on Thailand FAQ's. Please do a little homework before posting questions that you can easily answer yourself.
A little help: http://**************.com/hotels/guest_friendly.shtml
FD
PS: After posting this, I went to the FAQ's and could not find anything on this specific hotel. Therefore, I apologise for the "broadside". But I'm leaving the post up for other newbies out there.
Any recommendations for on-line hotel booking?
There's tons out there.
They all make me nervous, like, I'll show up at the hotel and it's like, "we don't accept these vouchers (or reservations) etc."
Thanx
Hi!
Next month I will be in Bangkok and staying at the Pathumwan Princess Hotel.
Anyone know this hotel? Is it ok to bring back girls at that hotel?
Let me know.
Tx.
LarryPathumwan Pincess Hotel is a definately no no gal friendly hotel.
The hotel security is always at the lobby lift landing and you'll have to pass by the hotel reception before reaching the lift.
No way you can by pass them without them noticing, especially during the night.
hi guys, I am going to BKK for 3 days with the wife in January, for some shopping, on our way back from Vietnam. I am looking for a hotel away from Suk, (150$ per night), which is not full of lecherous men like you, in an area where someone can also recommend a good tailor?
Any ideas ? thank you
hi guys, I am going to BKK for 3 days with the wife in January, for some shopping, on our way back from Vietnam. I am looking for a hotel away from Suk, (150$ per night), which is not full of lecherous men like you, in an area where someone can also recommend a good tailor?
Any ideas ? thank youWell. At US$150/night. You can stay at pathuwan princess hotel with change. This is a great hotel. And next to it is MBK. Shopping paradise in bkk. 6 floors of shops selling shoes, tees, bags and virtually everything you can think of. And they have a couple of tailor shops on the 3rd and 5th floor. Your wife can do her shopping there for the whole day and when the bags get heavy. Go back to the hotel room. Drop off the load and go back for another round. And siam square is just a stone throw away. Lots of shopping to do there. And MBK is connected to BTS. Very convenient.
Dun worry. You won't find any lecherous men around this hotel. Ha, ha.
hi guys, I am going to BKK for 3 days with the wife in January, for some shopping, on our way back from Vietnam. I am looking for a hotel away from Suk, (150$ per night), which is not full of lecherous men like you, in an area where someone can also recommend a good tailor?
Any ideas ? thank you
The Emerald is pretty good.
thanks Duni, problem is I don't know Ratchada at all. I should have elaborated, and gone on to say, maybe Silom area, or Siam. need to be close to skytrain, so she can venture to Emporium, while I venture to beergarden
Jaimito Cartero
10-12-05, 18:07
The Shangri-La is nice, but is semi GF, though you won't see much of it. Certainly close to the Skytrain. When I was there, you could sign up for the frequent stay program and get some upgrades as well. It might be available on Priceline, but you know how *that* story goes.
Grand business inn, Soi 11 Suk.
the bloody old ugly looking lady at the reception was damn freaking rude when i checked in as mentioned by 1ball or someone else previously. I had to come down after leaving my bags in the room and pull her aside and told her very cleary that she was rude and she should treat customers better. And told her I can freaking pay for her hotel and I'm not staying here for free. She tried brushing me aside but told hey I dont owe you nay money so be nice. the other staff was looking.
The hotel is ok.Renovated, clean but no tissue box in the room. Stayed in a suite room Bhat1.500/night no breakfast. Wireless service was great on the 4th floor, well the access point was right outside my room.
1ball,
Should be able to get a good room at that rate at the Holiday Inn as Silom. Shang should be ok too. Enjoy your trip and be a good boy.
Taz Marine
10-13-05, 03:23
Any recommendations for on-line hotel booking?
There's tons out there.
They all make me nervous, like, I'll show up at the hotel and it's like, "we don't accept these vouchers (or reservations) etc."
ThanxHey Fer Sure,
I did my hotel searching on-line at http://bangkok.sawadee.com/hotels/index.html . I ended up selecting Somerset hotel on Soi 15. The walk-in price was 2000 Baht and the online price was 1650. I personally don’t think the room was worth the price but the online reservation worked well. I arrived at 12:15am, showed my confirmation, and did some quick paper work and I was in my room in 2 minutes.
The way it works is you find a hotel than click book on-line. Fill in your information and don't forget to put down 2 adults. You will get a response back in less than a day if they have rooms available and how much of a payment you need to put down. If you choose that hotel it will take you to a secured page to sumbit your credit card info and than you receive a conformation email. Hope this helps.
Taz
Kilmarnock
10-13-05, 03:38
[QUOTE=Aee Aee]Well. At US$150/night. You can stay at pathuwan princess hotel with change. QUOTE]You can get the Pat Pincess at a lot cheaper than that, matey. Check around the travel web sites.
You can also get the Novotel in Siam Square for 50-75USD. Both that and the Princess are in great locations, in the Siam Square/MBK central shopping area.
By night, Siam Square also has plenty of freelance activity going on (Novotel Disco, Hard Rock, etc), though it is not a night entertainment area per se. Easy shot to Pat Pong or Nana for that.
I'm staying overnight at the airport hotel in Bangkok.
Are there any P4P girls at the hotel or nearby?
Thanks
I stayed there during my trip. I wouldn't recommend it just right now, because the road is under construction. It basically is a unpaved road on 1/2 of the road. This was two weeks ago, but maybe they have it done by now - which I doubt though. They charge an arm-n-leg for a local phone call.
Good things about is : I like the rooms. Quiet. GF friendly- no charge. Off the nana stop on soi 8 .
Pool is too small. Never ordered any food.
Kilmarnock
10-14-05, 07:10
I stayed there during my trip. I wouldn't recommend it just right now, because the road is under construction. It basically is a unpaved road on 1/2 of the road. This was two weeks ago, but maybe they have it done by now - which I doubt though. They charge an arm-n-leg for a local phone call.
Good things about is : I like the rooms. Quiet. GF friendly- no charge. Off the nana stop on soi 8 .
Pool is too small. Never ordered any food.The road is still not completed. The soi is one of the noisiest and dirtiest on lower Suk right now due to construction. The rains just make it worse with potholes and all. Avoid hotels on this soi until the end of the year would be my suggestion.
Looking for info about action in and around the Miracle Grand Hotel in the airport area - nothing comes up with search
Matt Navan Man
10-17-05, 17:50
Hi Guys,
Sorry to be a nuisance (as I am a Bangkok veteran) but the opportunity has come up to stay for a week or so at the Century Park Hotel at nice rates (and very close to early morning work starts!).
No mention of girlies on their site and I'm worrying that any anti lady polocy they might have might make my stay an unhappy one. Has anyone any experience of this place?
No mention of girlies on their site and I'm worrying that any anti lady polocy they might have might make my stay an unhappy one. Has anyone any experience of this place?
Just call the hotel or email them. You should get an answer.
Kilmarnock
10-18-05, 17:39
Hi Guys,
Sorry to be a nuisance (as I am a Bangkok veteran) but the opportunity has come up to stay for a week or so at the Century Park Hotel at nice rates (and very close to early morning work starts!).
No mention of girlies on their site and I'm worrying that any anti lady polocy they might have might make my stay an unhappy one. Has anyone any experience of this place?The Century Park is a 3 star hotel near Victory Monument, just down from Soi Rangnam as well.
It is well equipped, has a nice fitness center and pool, and some good restaurants. You are not far away from the nana action by car, and if you choose to walk you are straight up the road (left out of your hotel) from Pratunam and the Indra Regent Hotel.
Just don't walk right out of the hotel or you might well find yourself on the highway.
Victory Monument is a transportation hub, but there are tons of pretty girls around there. Saxophone Pub is also there, and has good late night fun and music. VM is almost a straight shot out the door of your hotel. Cross over the street and you'll get there. Good running park on your left too.
You may want to check the bangkok tonight web site to see if it is girl friendly.
Anyone with info on the Pinnacle Sukhumvit Inn?
It's on the cheaper side of the discussions here, but I don't need a fancy place, just clean and safe.
Trying to find a place in this area for under a 1,000bt.
Thanks
The Traveler
10-18-05, 23:23
Fer Sure,
The Promenade in Suk Soi 8 cost 800 baht, nothing fancy and a bit run down but still ok depending on your expectations/needs.
Anyone with info on the Pinnacle Sukhumvit Inn?
It's on the cheaper side of the discussions here, but I don't need a fancy place, just clean and safe.
Trying to find a place in this area for under a 1,000bt.
Thanks
You can try Ruamchitt Plaza. 900B internet rate. Book through asiatravel.com. They also list other hotels in that range.
How safe are the hotel safes?
Can hotel staff open the digital safes.
White Monkey
10-19-05, 11:42
Travelling all over Asia I have never had any problems with hotel rooms safes.
In Thailand, safes are definately no problem. In fact, up until the last few years, with the governmental focus on credit and debt, Thailand was the safest country I have ever been. One could literaly leave a bag on a table for hours without supervision. The right-wing, isolationist policies have targeted all opponents and have, as a result, allowed for the creation of new thiefs, those in debt, to come out of the woodworks. I am just ranting a bit here. Although the abovementioned is true, Siam is still very very safe.
How safe are the hotel safes?
Can hotel staff open the digital safes.
Tony - generally, there is a "key" that allows opening the safe when the batteries die, so , yes it is possible to open the safe - BUT - the various safes all use different keys and those are probably kept secure, so, no not just anyone can open the safe (depends on manufacturer, of course, but most of the smaller digital safes are Chinese made and "similar")
There would be evidence that the key had been used - they would need to move/remove the cover panel which is "behind" (not exactly, but a full descripton is not worth the space here) the opening latch mechanism and that removal is sort of obvious. IF you want, you could probably superglue the keyslot closed (1 drop in the slot and the key pins are glued shut) , but then don't forget your combo or the "backup" isn't available if the batteries die.
Nothing is "absolutely" secure - the idea is to make it "difficult" and the hotel safe will deter the usual suspects - girls, cleaning staff, etc
Traveler1234
10-19-05, 19:02
How safe are the hotel safes?
Can hotel staff open the digital safes.They are as safe as the internal house security of the hotel. Only hotel staff with access to 'key' can get in.
Having said, had a very strange thing happen about two years ago. A business associate and I were in Jkt at the ShangriLa; one of my favorites for Jkt. He keeps an extra credit card along with his passport, extra business cards, etc. in the hotel room safe.
As we are in the technology business, we do a weekly internet search of our names (they are not common surnames) and guess what came up: yahoo site had a listing of credit cards, exp dates, addresses, etc. and my friend P was on there. We figured it had to have been from someone accessing the safety box....why? Because the extra business cards he had stored were with old office addresss and not the new location (which by the way is the address of record with the credit card)...and that was the same address as posted on the net.
I have close friend who works for Shang at head office in Singapore and P reported incident to Jkt, and I did same with head office. Basically Jkt told P to kiss off, not something that originated from their hotel, etc. etc. I to this day maintain it was an inside job. P even went so far as to try to get yahoo to shut down the site; they refused. P went to local television company back home to publicize it as part of identity theft story, eventually yahoo shut down the site.
We still regularly search the net for our names....there are numerous sites that post credit card info for sale, etc.!
Traveler1234
10-19-05, 19:30
Any recommendations for on-line hotel booking?
There's tons out there.
They all make me nervous, like, I'll show up at the hotel and it's like, "we don't accept these vouchers (or reservations) etc."
Thanx www.the-ascott.com -- two locations: Omni on SUkhumvit Soi 4, 200 meters from nana plaza, great location, has large one B/R suite, huge L/R, kitchen, walk in closet. Obviously we only care about two things: king size bed and descent size bathroom. Two nights, with ABF, free to/from airport transfer cost me B$5,500. Free wifi connection in lobby. A little old but for the location and price, definitely a deal. I booked on internet Sunday night in HK for check in on Tuesday, not a problem.
And as I said, 200 meters from the action!
The other location is newer, much more upscale I think but not as good a location.
Matt Navan Man
10-19-05, 22:20
Thanks for the help re the Century Park Hotel folks.
I have taken Kilmarnock's advice and sent them an email asking the situation (seems so obvious but the plan had escaped me until it was mentioned!). I will advise on their response as and when I have it for future reference.
Omni Tower, and many other serviced apartments are about to switch to one-month minimum bookings.
Omni isn't bad, I lived there for a while, but without the motorbike taxis outside you'd die.
Emporium Suites or President Solitaire are much better alternatives for those seeking a serviced apartment.
Would anybody have info on the Grace Hotel - this is a last minute desperado
reservation for 2 nights - unless someone has a better idea. 2000 baht would be about my limit.
Thanks for the help.
Buzz
Isan Cowboy
10-20-05, 08:16
Sir Coma Boy,
You preferr the above two over the Grand President?
Anyone know of better rates than these for the Majestic Grande?
http://www.bangkok.com/majesticgrande/rates.htm
2900b for a 'Grande Superior' room. Despite its lofty sounding name, they're the smallest, cheapest rooms the hotel has. Would a 15 day stay from Nov.1 to 15 affect my negotiating stance in any way? Thanks.
Traveler1234
10-20-05, 14:45
Omni Tower, and many other serviced apartments are about to switch to one-month minimum bookings.
Omni isn't bad, I lived there for a while, but without the motorbike taxis outside you'd die.
Emporium Suites or President Solitaire are much better alternatives for those seeking a serviced apartment.Coma boy: need a motorbike taxi from Omni to where? Saving your energy for multiple shots at Nana? :-)
If you're walking to Suk or BTS a few times a day those bikes are essential.
Taxis are shit from there as they always get stuck for decades in Soi 6.
And at night, that walk is just sweaty and depressing.
Sir Coma Boy,
You prefer the above two over the Grand President?First of all, thank you for using my correct appellation.
And yes, I think Emporium Suites is fucking excellent, and President Solitaire is much better than all the other President dwellings.
Would anybody have info on the Grace Hotel - this is a last minute desperado
reservation for 2 nights - unless someone has a better idea. 2000 baht would be about my limit.
Thanks for the help.
Buzz
You want to spend 2000 per night, or 2000 for both nights? You can stay at Grace for 1000baht per night, but if you can spring about 500baht per night more, you might want to stay at the Grand President. It's my residence of choice when I am in Bangkok. I was going to try the Grace last trip, but they were fully booked. Grace Hotel, to me at least, didn't seem like the most terrible place to stay. I have never slept there, but the lobby looks nice enough. You might want to give them a call direct and see what price they give you over the phone (and remember to get the person's name and have them send you a confirmation email with the price quoted). Their number is 66-02-253-0651. This is their website with email info if you want to do it that way:
http://www.gracehotel.th.com/
I would prefer to speak to them over the phone because at least like that you can haggle with them. Some people might recommend broker websites, but I prefer to deal with the hotels directly instead of going through a 3rd party. Might be a little more expensive but might save me loads of headaches. Call them early as they book up quickly, and good luck.
Matt Navan Man
10-20-05, 17:41
Got the following back from my mail to Cnetury Park re taking girlies home to my room. Not sure what to make of it but am thinking it doesn't sound too positive.
Dear Sir/Madame,
Regarding to your email for your informing your reservation with extra person. Kindly be advised that you will inform our receptionist upon you checking in and will be charged for extra person.
Best regards,
Reservations
Traveler1234
10-20-05, 17:51
If you're walking to Suk or BTS a few times a day those bikes are essential.
Taxis are shit from there as they always get stuck for decades in Soi 6.
And at night, that walk is just sweaty and depressing.I've only stayed at Omni once, this past trip cuz my regular - Novotel Lotus on Soi 33 fully booked. Like to get my legs stretched before the action starts and usually make the short walk to Cowboy Soi, and of course some of the bars on Soi 33 pretty nice (although pricey).
Not sure what to make of it but am thinking it doesn't sound too positive.They just mean they will charge you the double-occupancy rate for the room instead of single-occupancy, which is fairly positive. It is the sensible and polite way for hotels to charge joiner-fees.
Always wise to book a double anyway.
Girlfinder
10-20-05, 20:46
hi guys, I am going to BKK for 3 days with the wife ...... I am looking for a hotel .... which is not full of lecherous men like you.....Any ideas ? thank you
Not men like us, haha..;-) Coming from a really senior with 650 reports, how are yourself? Maybe we should come visiting you at your hotel.
...just kidding. Have a nice holiday in "upper class" BKK. Please tell us later if that was boring or not.
To others looking for hotel, why not go for Nana? 1100-2000 Baht. As I remember a year ago, very GF (at night girl must show her ID to security, but why not?), a lot of action just outside the door at the parking lot and in the bars across the streets, and even inside the popular Angel disco. http://www.nanahotel.co.th
Not men like us, haha..;-) Coming from a really senior with 650 reports, how are yourself? Maybe we should come visiting you at your hotel.
...just kidding. Have a nice holiday in "upper class" BKK. Please tell us later if that was boring or not.
girlfinder, I can predict the future, and yes it was boring.:(
At Precision res. $ 24.00/night at JW at SUk. Is that possible ??????????
Got the following back from my mail to Cnetury Park re taking girlies home to my room. Not sure what to make of it but am thinking it doesn't sound too positive.
Dear Sir/Madame,
Regarding to your email for your informing your reservation with extra person. Kindly be advised that you will inform our receptionist upon you checking in and will be charged for extra person.
Best regards,
Reservations
i would ask them again, stating you want to book a double room, and once the double room is booked and paid for, will there then be an additional charge for bringing in a guest. If the answer is yes, go elsewhere. If they tell you there is no additional charge, print the email, and bring it with you, to avoid any "well the girl emailed me and said...." "what girl?" "I don't remember her name", etc etc
I always find, when I am asking something to someone in a language which is not in their native tongue, that spelling it out, as if I were speaking to a 3 year old, gives me accurate answers, and avoids any confusion.
Good luck
To others looking for hotel, why not go for Nana?Because it is one of the worst hotels in the Sukhumvit area.
You want to spend 2000 per night, or 2000 for both nights? You can stay at Grace for 1000baht per night, but if you can spring about 500baht per night more, you might want to stay at the Grand President. It's my residence of choice when I am in Bangkok.
How did you get the rate? Haggle with them?I'll be there next week for the first time at GP, got 1,900 nett.
CB - what are the rates you get for Emporium Suites and President Solitaire? Thanks
Tony - JW for USD24/night?If you can get it, great. But most unlikely. Lowest I know is USD75/80nett,corporate rate.
Sean_Double
10-21-05, 05:13
4109,
Yes its possible if you are a crew member of a major airline, work for Marriott, or have access to Thai government contract rates. I've stayed there for a similar rate, but I had to pretend I was an airline pilot.
The Nana sucks unless you're about 70 years old and the Grace is so middle easternly wierd and so aweful that I still have nightmares about the one time I stayed there 20 years ago.
Its a false economy in BKK to stay at the Nana or Grace for 900-1000 baht a night when there are really nice places for 1100-1200, and really sort of deluxe places for 1500 or so.
Don't sweat it, reserve a 1000 baht room at the Nana for your first night, go to the Biergarten, pick up a girl, take her to your room and tell her you're paying 1000 per night; she'll lead you to a palace compared to where you're staying for the same or better price.
BKK bargirls know more about the hotels than all of us put together.
Cheers,
Sean
CB - what are the rates you get for Emporium Suites and President Solitaire?Emporium Suite's basic rooms start at about 4000THB/night. Although this depends on who you book through, am sure good deals can be unearthed.
I stayed for a month in a fucking nice room with very cool outdoor terrace (http://www.emporiumsuites.com/two_terrace.asp?room_id=9) and paid approx 180,000 Baht.
Basic rooms at PS start at about 3000THB/night. I think I was paying around 5000THB/night but I had a really sexy room.
Check out the sites:
www.presidentsolitaire.com
www.emporiumsuites.com
Got a good deal through a contact in the travelbiz at Zenith in Soi 3. Anybody been there? Girlfriendly?
Got a good deal through a contact in the travelbiz at Zenith in Soi 3. Anybody been there? Girlfriendly?Not Girlfriendly!
Traveler Tom
10-22-05, 18:28
Have a feeling not girl-friendly!
Jaimito Cartero
10-22-05, 18:39
Got a good deal through a contact in the travelbiz at Zenith in Soi 3. Anybody been there? Girlfriendly?
It's not listed on the BKKtonight site in the Girl Friendly hotel sections. Probably means it isn't.
Evil Penivel
10-24-05, 18:51
Spent a very enjoyable three days at a new, guest-friendly hotel in BKK, the Town Lodge at the end of Sukhumvit Soi 18.
It's fantastic value for money. I had a jacuzzi suite at 2,900 baht/night, including all fees and taxes. The suite was very well equipped and decorated. All the standard features of a five-star room (really big and comfortable bed, perfect climate control, state-of-the-art TV/DVD system in the jacuzzi room as well as the bedroom, mini-bar, "sitting room" area with sofa and desk, in-room safe, etc.), plus a jacuzzi with room for two or three people. All of the hotel staff- owner/manager, front-desk, maids and tuk-tuk driver, do everything possible to be helpful. The suite was fresh and spotlessly clean. The location at the end of Soi 18 was zero problem. The tuk-tuk was perfect during the day and at night I only needed to walk a few minutes before a cab came by (there's a lot of cab traffic to and from the Rembrandt Hotel also on Soi 18). In any case, it's not a huge walk, I did it a few times from the Asoke station just to help get in my 10,000 steps.
Also, because it's a smaller hotel and so guest-friendly, the TGs I was with really liked it. They felt very much "at home" without any ugly farang matrons to give them mean looks. The jacuzzi was a big plus for them.
I saw a standard room as well. It's simpler and smaller, of course, but has everything that is needed (big, comfortable bed, perfect climate control, state-of-the-art TV/DVD system, mini-bar, in-room safe, etc.) at an exceptionally reasonable price of 1,200 baht/night. Superior rooms (a big bigger than standard) can be had at 1,400 baht/night.
There's also a really cool club called Toxic in the hotel. It featured some of the best-looking young ladies I've seen anyway in BKK. I already had female companionship, so I didn't pursue the matter this time round with the Toxic girls regarding other services/performance. They were super friendly without any pushiness to buy them lady drinks. Barfines are high, but it's an upscale place, so that's to be expected.
If you want more info, you can contact them at townlodge@gmail.com.
I usually stay in places like the Landmark, Banyan Tree or Emporium Suites because my company pays the bill and sometimes I need the facilities offered by a big hotel that caters to business travellers. But for the fun side of BKK, the Town Lodge is in fact a better choice.
I'll be back!
The Traveler
10-24-05, 20:50
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Yes its possible if you are a crew member of a major airline, work for Marriott, or have access to Thai government contract rates. I've stayed there for a similar rate, but I had to pretend I was an airline pilot.
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sean_double,
how did you pretend to be an airline pilot ?
Did you use a faked ID ?
On my last trip I stayed at almost all hotels at reduced prices, cause my Thai GF works for Thai Inter, but she had to provide her TG ID at every hotel when checking in.
Got a good deal through a contact in the travelbiz at Zenith in Soi 3. Anybody been there? Girlfriendly?
I stayed at the Zenith about 4 or 5 years ago and it was not GF, there was a 500 B extra charge for each girl you took in after 10 pm – and there was no way to avoid it, I talked to the manager in the morning to try to get rid of the rip-off joiner fee since I was already paying for a double room anyway but she made quite clear that they had a non-GF policy and they would charge 500 B for each guest regardless of the type of room that you had booked.
If they continue with the same policy, try to stay away from this hotel.
Sean_Double
10-25-05, 03:31
sean_double,
how did you pretend to be an airline pilot ?
Did you use a faked ID ?
On my last trip I stayed at almost all hotels at reduced prices, cause my Thai GF works for Thai Inter, but she had to provide her TG ID at every hotel when checking in.
Traveler,
It was kind of a quirky deal; I got to BKK at about midnight on a NW flight and went to the place on soi 11 that I usually stay which was full. I was tired and just thought what the hell I'll splurge and get a nice room at the J.W.. There were a couple of pilots in front of me at the reception desk and when it was my turn the guy asked me if I was a pilot too. I just said "yes" and handed him my passport, credit card and WorldPerks card.
Maybe he was new or something; I wouldn't suggest this as a way to get a good rate, but it was about 950 baht a night.
Cheers,
Sean
How did you get the rate? Haggle with them?I'll be there next week for the first time at GP, got 1,900 nett.
CB - what are the rates you get for Emporium Suites and President Solitaire? Thanks
Tony - JW for USD24/night?If you can get it, great. But most unlikely. Lowest I know is USD75/80nett,corporate rate.
I haggle with them every time I stay there. First time I stayed there, the best price I could get was 1800baht per night. My thai friend called them and got me the same room for 1350. So now everytime I call them, I know that their prices are open to negotiation, as most prices in LOS usually are. 1900 is not terrible, but I was able to get a suite in December for 2000baht per night. Call them and haggle before you commit to spending money.
I booked a room there for 2900 baht. They offered me a limo to and from the airport. The first time they offered it the price was 1800 round trip, then they changed it to 2200. I told them no thanks, I'll take a taxi. I'll be ariving on a Sunday so I hope that traffic isn't too bad. When I leave my flight is at 0800, and my educated guess is that I'll be on the road to the airport before the morning rush hour.
I realize there are cheaper places than the Magestic Grande, but how often can we afford to stay at a 5 star hotel? BKK may be the only city I'll ever visit where luxury is affordable.
Jimmy Red Cab
10-28-05, 07:48
I booked a room there for 2900 baht. They offered me a limo to and from the airport. The first time they offered it the price was 1800 round trip, then they changed it to 2200. I told them no thanks, I'll take a taxi. I'll be ariving on a Sunday so I hope that traffic isn't too bad. When I leave my flight is at 0800, and my educated guess is that I'll be on the road to the airport before the morning rush hour.
I realize there are cheaper places than the Magestic Grande, but how often can we afford to stay at a 5 star hotel? BKK may be the only city I'll ever visit where luxury is affordable.
I am staying at The Majestic Grande now, excellent hotel but I would prefer Majestic Suites at half the price, sadly they are currently full.
Jimmy Red Cab
10-28-05, 07:56
I have just checked out of this hotel on Soi 11, paid 1500 baht a night although the web site says 2000 baht.
At the rear of this hotel there is a massive new development being built so noise can be a problem, the rooms have a fridge but no drinks and a kettle but no coffee, the water pressure is non-existent and rarely above tepid, my bathroom used to flood every time I used the shower no matter how careful I was.
Needless to say I would not return.
Jimmy, I have booked to stay in this hotel in December, as unfortunately the majestic suites is full again! Is it really not a very good place to stay, I have tried several hotels for December but many are already booked, I am staying for 2 weeks and really want a decent place to crash. I thought I had found it but now maybe I have not.
Traveler1234
10-28-05, 20:43
Jimmy, I have booked to stay in this hotel in December, as unfortunately the majestic suites is full again! Is it really not a very good place to stay, I have tried several hotels for December but many are already booked, I am staying for 2 weeks and really want a decent place to crash.
I thought I had found it but now maybe I have not.Try these two:
the-ascott.com - this is for Omni on Soi 4 n a second location, further away from Suhkumvit.
thaihotels.com - this is run by someone from Link Deleted by Admin
I've stayed at Omni, stones throw from Nana, no experience with thaihotels.com
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Jimmy Red Cab
10-29-05, 07:09
Jimmy, I have booked to stay in this hotel in December, as unfortunately the majestic suites is full again! Is it really not a very good place to stay, I have tried several hotels for December but many are already booked, I am staying for 2 weeks and really want a decent place to crash. I thought I had found it but now maybe I have not.
I have stayed in worse places, I would not describe it as a dump but small things like an in-room safe or some coffeee and sugar in the room would not cost them a fortune. The location is good and the coffee shop is good but the big problem is the massive building work going on at the rear of the hotel.
Jimmy Red Cab
10-29-05, 07:14
I stayed at the Zenith about 4 or 5 years ago and it was not GF, there was a 500 B extra charge for each girl you took in after 10 pm – and there was no way to avoid it, I talked to the manager in the morning to try to get rid of the rip-off joiner fee since I was already paying for a double room anyway but she made quite clear that they had a non-GF policy and they would charge 500 B for each guest regardless of the type of room that you had booked.
If they continue with the same policy, try to stay away from this hotel.
We should all try to boycott these hotels with a joiner fee which is nothing short of robbery, if you pay for a double room that should mean a room for two people----even if the second person is not a registered guest.
I have tried several hotels for December but many are already booked, I am staying for 2 weeks and really want a decent place to crash. I thought I had found it but now maybe I have not.Don't bother with Majestic Suites, go for the Majestic Grande, or if you want to spend a little more grab a room at the wonderful J-W-Marriot. If you're only on a two-week holiday then you may as well treat yourself.
For those on a budget the Woraburi Inn (or whatever the fuck it is called) is an excellent choice for those who wish to reside in Soi 4. Not great but a million times nicer than Nana, Rajah, Nana City Inn, Dynasty, etcetera. My friend has been living there for the last three months and he loves the place. Large, clean, new rooms and swimming pool.
For an even tighter budget go for Orchid Inn (or whatever the fuck it is called), also on Soi 4, approximately opposite the access road to Soi 6 and The Brunswick etcetera. Have never stayed there but I know a few long-termers who said it serves its purpose very well, especially considering its budget price.
Thanks guys for the information on other hotels, I will have a look at some of the suggestions thrown in the hat and see what comes out best for me. As coma said it is only 2 weeks so maybe I should treat myself!
Traveler1234
10-29-05, 20:52
Try these two:
the-ascott.com - this is for Omni on Soi 4 n a second location, further away from Suhkumvit.
thaihotels.com - this is run by someone from Link Deleted by Admin
I've stayed at Omni, stones throw from Nana, no experience with thaihotels.com
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Just saw this - my apologiess and will not be repeated, dated 10/29/05, 4 pm EST.
As coma said it is only 2 weeks so maybe I should treat myself!Yes, treat yourself. You deserve it!
Jimmy Red Cab
10-30-05, 07:42
Don't bother with Majestic Suites, go for the Majestic Grande, or if you want to spend a little more grab a room at the wonderful J-W-Marriot. If you're only on a two-week holiday then you may as well treat yourself.
For those on a budget the Woraburi Inn (or whatever the fuck it is called) is an excellent choice for those who wish to reside in Soi 4. Not great but a million times nicer than Nana, Rajah, Nana City Inn, Dynasty, etcetera. My friend has been living there for the last three months and he loves the place. Large, clean, new rooms and swimming pool.
For an even tighter budget go for Orchid Inn (or whatever the fuck it is called), also on Soi 4, approximately opposite the access road to Soi 6 and The Brunswick etcetera. Have never stayed there but I know a few long-termers who said it serves its purpose very well, especially considering its budget price.
Coma Boy, while I agree with you it really does depend on a person's budget, I am currently at the Majestic Grande and I love it but not too sure what I am getting that warrants double the price of Majestic Suites.
I do not need a pool or gym so I may as well stay at MS for 1500 baht as opposed to MG for 2900 baht.
I stayed in the President Solitaire. booked direct with them at www.presidentsolitaire.com and upgraded to a solitaire suite at 4000. Worth every cent.
It is near Soi 11, a short walk or complpimentary tuktuk.
Absolute luxury and plenty of space
I am currently at the Majestic Grande and I love it but not too sure what I am getting that warrants double the price of Majestic Suites.
I do not need a pool or gym so I may as well stay at MS for 1500 baht as opposed to MG for 2900 baht.I guess for a couple of nights MS is okay, but the rooms are just so small, and they have more cockroaches than I am comfortable with. The hotel's name is also misleading- there isn't a single suite in Majestic Suites. Reckon most people want a pool too, especially if they have come from countries where outdoor swimming isn't often possible.
It is also nice to escape the sleazy-feel that MS has, at least at MG there are a few non-sex-tourists.
But yeah, for those just using a room to sleep and fuck MS is perfect.
Try the Malaysia Hotel at Soi Ngam Duplee, Rama 4, 10 mins walk from the Lumphini Station for just around 600 Baht. It has a pool , aircon, Cable TV, internet Cafe..... PLus they keep the ID of the girls and ask you if you want to let them leave when they ask it back. No extra charge.
Tiger
Fast Eddie 48
10-31-05, 07:37
Try the Malaysia Hotel at Soi Ngam Duplee, Rama 4, 10 mins walk from the Lumphini Station for just around 600 Baht. It has a pool , aircon, Cable TV, internet Cafe..... PLus they keep the ID of the girls and ask you if you want to let them leave when they ask it back. No extra charge.
Tiger
to tiger 1
this hotel is a dump , i stay there 6 year ago and check out after one nite
the room smell funny and the pool is very small , there is a pick up cafe on
the first floor and the freelance girl are DOG,
FAST EDDIE 48
Couldn't you possibly get a little more updated information to share?
to tiger 1
this hotel is a dump , i stay there 6 year ago and check out after one nite
the room smell funny and the pool is very small , there is a pick up cafe on
the first floor and the freelance girl are DOG,
FAST EDDIE 48
I love reading the Hotels subforum because it gives me a unique insight into the bizarre retentiveness of human nature. I only get to BKK a few times a year, I'm not a high earner and I grew up in a place closer to a slum than a palace. However, I am constantly amazed at the pickiness and consternation expressed in these pages.
I always stay in the Manhattan or Somerset on Soi 15. These hotels are clean, guest friendly, relatively luxurious and cheap. I generally pay US$35 at the Manhattan and US$40 at the Somerset. The London, New York, Hong Kong or Tokyo equivalent hotels would be ten times that price. Come on guys, regardless of the tiny inconveniances experienced, BKK hotels offer amazing value when we move into the 3* or 4* range. Why quibble over a couple of hundred baht when you've spent a thousand dollars to fly there, or will spend so much on p4p fun when you get there ?
When the Soi 15 hotels have been full I've stayed in Raumchitt Plaza (corner of Suk & Soi 15) and the Grand President Soi 11a. Both places are 'dumps' mainly used for ST. However, they are cheap, totally girl friendly and essentially clean.
Suffice to say, why do you go to BKK ? If you're going there for the most beautiful hotel room at the lowest possible price ever you're in the wrong country. Try India, Kenya, Brazil or Tanzania for that. The Kandalama in Sri Lanka cannot be beaten for beauty, exclusiveness and design - but absolutely NO action. If you're in BKK for easy p4p with an amazing range of availability then don't worry about the quality of the foie gras, egyptian cotton or Veuve Cliquot !
I am amazed that for 1,800 BHT I can get a double with breakfast at The Manhattan. Where I live it would be ten times that price.
Just enjoy the street scene and don't worry about the quality of the linen !
Kens14
JuiceSpike
10-31-05, 14:24
Kens,
Nice post and you make good points. I think for some members is important where they stay as it follows their life style and if that means comfort so be it. But, I have to disagree that Grand President is a "dump" because they have some very nice rooms. Of course I always ask for 400 thread count sheets....:D
But you are rigth, dumping a lot of money on a "nice" hotel to bring in hos can be a waste of money.
juice
Juicespike,
you have been a guide and mentor on these forums for a long time and I respect your opinion. I'm not sure that I meant the Grand President; I stayed in a place on Soi 11a with the words 'Grand' and 'President' in the name, but it was a tiny place, opposite the 24hr breakfast restaurant ! It was above a tailors shop, or similar, totally set up as a mongerers paradise and cheap as chips.
What I remember most about the place is that the security safe boxes were next to the 'reception desk', they had clear plexi-glass doors. At 3am in a drunken state I placed an Amex Goldcard, ATM card and UK passport in there. On waking next morning beside a Beergarden Beauty I was struck by a moment of extreme worry. I ran down stairs pulling jockey's on as I hoofed it towards a certain theft scene.
As I arrived my 'valuables' were still sat there in full view of Suks finest criminal fraternity !
I wish that I could remember the proper name of the place, it's about half way up 11a on the right hand side as you walk up from Suk. It only cost me 800 bht/night and as far as guest friendly goes - well if you didn't have a girl with you each night they'd have chucked you for being a fudge packer !!
Kens
Agree with you whole heartedly. I also stay at the Ruamchitt Plaza most times. Good friendly hotel. A little old and worn out but it is clean. It is better than a lot of motels in the US where one pays about $40-60 per night. However, never noticed it being used as ST hotel though. Maybe I am not observing enough.
As regards the Manhattan, I just booked for 3 nights a Superior (whatever that means) Double in December 1st week for $27/day through Precision Reservations. Looking at your rate I am now concerned if I am getting the right place or room. Please do confirm that the hotel is GF. Thanks.
-Duni
JuiceSpike
10-31-05, 17:47
Kens,
Thanks for your kind words. I don't think that was the GP hotel you have described. Near by though there is a small hotel next to a breakfast place on soi 11 which might be the one you stayed at.
Also, with regards to your valuables I don't think you need to worry too much. The majority of girls are not out to steal from farangs. They just want to get paid fairly and for some have a good time too...
juice
However, never noticed it being used as ST hotel though. Maybe I am not observing enough.Duni, you haven't noticed because at its peak ST times (8pm-1am) you're out on the town yourself.
By the time you stumble home at 3am with two big-breasted-babes the corridors are calm again.
Duni, you haven't noticed because at its peak ST times (8pm-1am) you're out on the town yourself.
By the time you stumble home at 3am with two big-breasted-babes the corridors are calm again.
Gawd, I need to lay off the sauce!
PosterLion
10-31-05, 20:50
Hey Duni, if that's the place I met you at then I can vouch for the availability of short time rooms, but if I recall they are a little pricey at around 500 Baht.
On the other hand, I was pretty much still a newbie when I went there and it is quite possible that lady night went back to the cashier and repatriated one or two hundred of those Baht.
Since becoming climatized to most of these sneaky and impressively cunning lady night scandals, I've come to realize that the average short time hotel rate is in the range of 250 to 300 Baht, although there are a few 200 Baht rooms still around.
everyone else feel free to chime in on this one. :)
poster
All About Bob
11-01-05, 00:26
Hi All
Does anyone have any info on the Royal Meridian, its fairly new on the Sukumvit end of wireless road?
thanks in advance
BOB
Member #2041
11-01-05, 04:53
I've heard that the Royal Meridian is very nice. My parents stayed there when they went on a luxury tour group vacation to Thailand a few years ago. Unfortunately, I have no idea if it's guest-friendly, and I doubt my mom could tell me even if I asked her, which I can assure you, I have no intention of doing.
Member,
:DYou asked for it:D:
They let her in because they are guest friendly:D.
Then there is the other motivation to stay in a modest hotel. The perception of wealth. Not all that bad an idea to keep the BG's thinking you're on a budget.
Look at 1ball: flies in first class, then heads for a flea bag hotel off Suk. :)
FD
I think when people choose hotels, they choose according to there living standards at home. If some body lives in a nice home than of course he is going to choose nice hotel. To me it is all based on persons living standards.
I love reading the Hotels subforum because it gives me a unique insight into the bizarre retentiveness of human nature. I only get to BKK a few times a year, I'm not a high earner and I grew up in a place closer to a slum than a palace. However, I am constantly amazed at the pickiness and consternation expressed in these pages.
I always stay in the Manhattan or Somerset on Soi 15. These hotels are clean, guest friendly, relatively luxurious and cheap. I generally pay US$35 at the Manhattan and US$40 at the Somerset. The London, New York, Hong Kong or Tokyo equivalent hotels would be ten times that price. Come on guys, regardless of the tiny inconveniances experienced, BKK hotels offer amazing value when we move into the 3* or 4* range. Why quibble over a couple of hundred baht when you've spent a thousand dollars to fly there, or will spend so much on p4p fun when you get there ?
When the Soi 15 hotels have been full I've stayed in Raumchitt Plaza (corner of Suk & Soi 15) and the Grand President Soi 11a. Both places are 'dumps' mainly used for ST. However, they are cheap, totally girl friendly and essentially clean.
Suffice to say, why do you go to BKK ? If you're going there for the most beautiful hotel room at the lowest possible price ever you're in the wrong country. Try India, Kenya, Brazil or Tanzania for that. The Kandalama in Sri Lanka cannot be beaten for beauty, exclusiveness and design - but absolutely NO action. If you're in BKK for easy p4p with an amazing range of availability then don't worry about the quality of the foie gras, egyptian cotton or Veuve Cliquot !
I am amazed that for 1,800 BHT I can get a double with breakfast at The Manhattan. Where I live it would be ten times that price.
Just enjoy the street scene and don't worry about the quality of the linen !
Kens14
Member #2041
11-01-05, 20:19
Within reason, I like to stay at as upscale a place as I can when I'm in Thailand, expecially Bangkok, because it's one of the only places in the world that 4* and 5* hotels are geniunely affordable.
What other major city can you stay at a luxurious 4* for $70-80/night, and a legitimate 5* for $120/night? During the busy season? In L.A. or San Francisco, the rates are double that, and in New York, Hong Kong, Tokyo, London, or Paris, it would be triple.
I think when people choose hotels, they choose according to there living standards at home. If some body lives in a nice home than of course he is going to choose nice hotel. To me it is all based on persons living standards.
I doubt that. If that were true most travelers would be staying at 4* plus hotels. If I were on a 2 week trip a 4*plus hotel would set me way back in most places in the world.
If my family is with me I would book an upper class hotel. If it is just me I would book a nice clean budget hotel.
QUOTE=Firedick]
Look at 1ball: flies in first class, then heads for a flea bag hotel off Suk. :)
FD[/QUOTE]
You're absolutely right, FD. I love the pampering I get up front, they know my name, what I like to eat, drink, and read. Sleep does not come easy for me, so the 180 degree flat beds are wonderful, as are the down pillows and comforters. I eat when I want, instead of economy class, where they throw the plastic tray of plastic food at you, and the food they serve in 1st is actually very good, as I wash it down with a nice Champagne, or expensive Chardonnay.
Hotels? I have stayed at the JW on Suk, and the business inn, on soi 11. I don't give a damn about the beautiful lobby, the bank of elevators, and the hushed quietness of the employees walking around on eggshells, smiling their fake smile at me. I also don't care about the 20 bottles of toiletries in the bathroom, or the view out the window (not always guaranteed).
The Grand business inn was fine for me. A hard bed, good water pressure, a safe and a minibar, where I can actually take the hotel provided items out, and put my stuff in. ( some hotels now have computerized minibars, where as you remove an item, it is automatically charged to your room; I learned that the hard way, when i emptied the entire fridge, to put water I had bought, along with tequila and chocolates. upon check out, they wanted over 100$ for mini bar items. I had to walk back upstairs to show the front desk manager all his expensive crap was back in place.)
So yes, first class to get there, and an inexpensive quiet comfortable place to stay. I also don't want the TG I just hired to empty the sack, to see me in a 200$ night room. Suddenly they tend to become a helluva lot more clingy. Or worse, if they ask you before you close the deal "where you stay", and you say the name of an upscale hotel, their eyes light up.
[/QUOTE]..I also don't care about the 20 bottles of toiletries in the bathroom..[/QUOTE]
I do wish you'd open one of them from time to time. :)
Have they added safes since we were last at Grand Business Inn ? They were in the lobby, not the rooms. I thought the Inn was fine too, but I will opt for a place with a pool next time.
I'm just envious 1ball. If I could afford it, I be "up front" too. But in the meantime, that "delux class" on EVA Air has got to be the best deal going.
FD
FD, when I said a safe, I meant downstairs, not in the room. I am sure they feel their safe is fine and won't change it at the Grand business inn.
hey I invited you to fly with me last week, and give you some of my miles to fly up front, but Nooooooooooooo, you gotta go to the honeymoon redneck capital of cheap vacations. YUCK !
I like that. But I'm going to Hawaii for Thanksgiving with the family. The one holiday where we all make a point of getting together. Just decided on a different venue this year. Any chance to get in a little diving (unfortunately only the scuba kind) is fine with me.
Sorry guys, this should have been a PM. Maybe I'm kinda underhandedly asking for advice on mongering in Hawaii. Someone please say RTFF ! :) Have, some. Seems mostly MP driven.
Later,
FD
PS: 1ball. Thanks, publicly, for the generous offer.
FD, you're welcome good buddy.
oh, and for info on mongering in Hawaii, RTFF
:D
I normally stay at Grand President even though many of the rooms are getting very run down these days. An in room safe is a must for me. Does the Grand Business Inn have an in room safe?
Is the Centrepoint nicer than Grand Pres?
Over the last 15 years I tried lots of options LOS has to offer in terms of hotels. I agree that it is one of the very few places in the world where luxury hotels are affordable (but still pricey).
In BKK, my choice these days is for a mid-range hotel at reasonable price (say the Regency Park or the Novotel on Suk 24 and 33 respectively, a couple thousands baht a night), and go out for dinner and evening drinks at luxury hotels (The Sheraton Grande or the Shangri-La for example).
Outside of BKK, I have found that you get even less value for money. Last summer I stayed at the Amari Palm Reef in Samui. Expensive it was (6,000+ Baht) but not that nice. Sure it is on the beach, but my room was in the garden wing on the other side of the road. There are two large swimming pools, but they were always full of noisy children, except when they have scuba diving classes.
Next time I will book a luxury room in a mid-range hotel (for example the Cabana Grand View, 150 meters from the Amari) for less than 2,000 Baht a night, breakfast included.
In terms of flights, I found that it is a good idea to use frequent flyer miles to upgrade to Business Class. It is really much better than economy these days.
My 2 cents anyway.
Member #2041
11-04-05, 06:07
Well, consider me a newly loyal customer of the Majestic Grande. I think that the place is the equal of the JW Marriott, and a sensational bargain for under 3000 Baht nett per night. I just arrived yesterday. They upgraded me to a Deluxe room, which is quite large, all appointments first rate, and bathroom as nice as the spectacular ones at the JW.
The Breakfast spread is nothing short of sensational, and the place is gorgeous. Service is extremely friendly, and they work hard to satisfy you.
My only nit is they could use more than the 2 elevators that they have during peak periods.
It's a legitimate 4.5* upscale boutique hotel, and a steal at 2900 Baht.
Fast Eddie 48
11-04-05, 07:10
I normally stay at Grand President even though many of the rooms are getting very run down these days. An in room safe is a must for me. Does the Grand Business Inn have an in room safe?
Is the Centrepoint nicer than Grand Pres?
to allover
the grand business inn have safe in the lobby only you keep the key.
fast eddie 48
[QUOTE=Member #2041]Well, consider me a newly loyal customer of the Majestic Grande. I think that the place is the equal of the JW Marriott, and a sensational bargain for under 3000 Baht nett per night. I just arrived yesterday. They upgraded me to a Deluxe room, which is quite large, all appointments first rate, and bathroom as nice as the spectacular ones at the JW.
That's music to my ears, 2041, as I'll be staying at the Majestic Grande too (arriving 20 November).
I've just come back from 2 nights at The Somerset, I managed to get a 'Deluxe' room (1 down from the Suite) for $45 /night for the double.
The Somerset is a 5 min walk up the Soi, but quiet enough to be in a different world. The rooms are clean, with all amenities and the deluxe is easily big enough. The AC is fierce & I left it off most of the time ! My big gripe with the place is the water pressure, the shower was a dreadful trickle of an excuse ! To get warm water you need a Ph.D in hydro-engineering, it was either cold or hot - nothing in between.
The two bonuses of the place are:
1) It is totally girl friendly. Not a question asked when you bring a girl back, virtually no 'walk of shame' as the lifts are up a couple of steps from the front door, but a floor below the reception. I did notice that during this stay the concierge didn't even bothering taking the ID card from the girls I brought back. I would prefer that they do take their ID cards, a little inconveniance means security for you. (At Flamingoes in PP they won't let the girl leave the building before they've rang your room to check that everything's OK - now that's service for you !).
2) In Room Massage Service.
Now, I'm sure that loads of hotels have this, if members could post a list I'd be grateful.
I'm a lazy, old man. I have to admit that if the choice is between trolling around Suk bars, trying to find a safe goody or just calling room service and spending 1,000baht more the room service option is often very very attractive to me !
I have always fully enjoyed this option - nice sweet girls, always offer extras and no work to get them there ! See my report in Bangkok 2005 Reports for more details.
Apparently the Somerset will close in Jan 06 for 4/5 months for refurbishment, to re-open as 'Dream Hotel'.
I was not happy with the water pressure and am thinking of using the City Lodge or maybe even the Park Hotel next trip...,
Kens14
Somerset- My big gripe with the place is the water pressure, the shower was a dreadful trickle of an excuse ! To get warm water you need a Ph.D in hydro-engineering, it was either cold or hot - nothing in between.
(At Flamingoes in PP they won't let the girl leave the building before they've rang your room to check that everything's OK - now that's service for you!).Good report, but two little things:
I've never had problems with the water at The Somerset. Reckon you were just unlucky.
I've never had staff at Flamingoes in PP either take a girl's ID card nor call my room after she has left. Reckon you were just lucky.
Traveler1234
11-06-05, 20:56
Did an RTTF/search and didn't find anything.
I usually stay at the Novotel Lotus on Soi 33 when with business clients, and Omni on Soi 4 when alone. Both are obvious great locations for action.
Recently have a preference for apt suites...not much more (and sometimes either same or less price than Novotel)...plus with extra L/R, etc., great for entertaining multiple friends. My office has put up people at Kanary Bay and there is one close to my office...and a couple of good MP (Catherine, Love Boat).
Has anyone stayed at the above chain...they have a couple apts in Bkk and one in Phuket? Assume they're girl-friendly. And question for Ken14 - do you know if they have in house massage you described at Somerset?
Hi Guys,
Sorry to be a nuisance (as I am a Bangkok veteran) but the opportunity has come up to stay for a week or so at the Century Park Hotel at nice rates (and very close to early morning work starts!).
No mention of girlies on their site and I'm worrying that any anti lady polocy they might have might make my stay an unhappy one. Has anyone any experience of this place?
MNM;
Stayed there about 18 months ago. Nice hotel but not girlfriendly. 1,000 baths charge and I had a double booking. Hope is not too late for you.
jodomas
I'll second the opinion of 2041 on the Majestic Grande. I stayed there in late October for 5 nites and selected the entry level Superior room for 2840 THB (71 USD). Booked via www.asiarooms.com. It was an oustanding choice!
Features included;
- Excellent location on Soi 2 (same Soi as JW Marriott), quiet street and a mere 300 yds from Nana Plaza.
- Very friendly staff
- Wireless web access in all rooms for a cost of 150 THB per hr (but less for multiple hours). A small hassle in that you need to call the front desk for a password, but they deliver it to you within 15 minutes. Plus, for multiple hrs, the time starts as soon as you log on.
- Breakfast included for 2 (and it was good), 7th Floor
- Outstanding gym and massage service (with release included), 7th Floor
- Super nice bathroom w/ walk in shower and tub (the girls liked this)
- Nice flat screen Sony Vega TV
- Free in-room bottled water
- Cheap and efficient laundry service
- Nice work desk for the laptop and strategy sessions
- 100% Girl Friendly w/ no questions asked (nor ID requested), no fee
- Nice room service for late night meals
(I also stayed at the Amari Blvd, but would choose the MG again.)
Bottom line - I would choose this place again in a heart beat!
will stay in BKK for couple weeks, but need to work so need network connection. Seems good place to stay.
how much is the all-day WiFi charge in Majestic grand?
I can only say that my stay at this dump was bad to say the least - perhaps the rooms in the tower wing are better but the main wing is really bad and my room was filthy. The shower I have to admit was great but the bathroom is tiny,at least comapred to the ROOF GARDEN INN - Pattaya, where 4 people can fit into the shower cubicle - room, might be a better way to describe it.
The hotel is nicely placed for all the goodies and MBK shopping mall is a 5 minute sky train ride away, but then there are a hundred hotels that I am sure are better.
What really made me blow a fuse was the attitude of the hotel staff towards a friends GF, who came to drop off a package. Judging from this I can only assume that Thai men think that all their women are WG'S.
When I invited the lady up to my room she was jumped on by security and only after I became very vocal did they relent, only to call me 10 minutes later to say that if she did not leave I would be charged for another guest.
Had I being staying longer than the 36 hours that I was slated to be there I definitely would have walked out.
There are tons of WG's outside the hotel after 6 but they are really hardcore and there are so many better choices - I passed besides I was'nt really in the mood.
This was a last minute reservation and I will definitely do some more research before booking again in BKK.
Cheers
Buzz04, sorry you had to have a bad experience in the Ambassador. It seems the general consensus is that it is a dump. I have yet to hear from anybody who thinks this place is any good. I even have some chinese friends (non-monger) who stayed there and they said it was a dump. What really gets to me is the price is almost the same (from what I can remember) as the GP right next door. Forget the Ambassador tower wing, or any other place in that hotel. You are right. There are much better places for you to spend your hard earned money. Ambassador doesn't deserve it.
Lick A Puss
11-08-05, 05:05
I'll second the opinion of 2041 on the Majestic Grande. I stayed there in late October for 5 nites and selected the entry level Superior room for 2840 THB (71 USD). Booked via www.asiarooms.com. It was an oustanding choice!
Features included;
- Excellent location on Soi 2 (same Soi as JW Marriott), quiet street and a mere 300 yds from Nana Plaza.
- Very friendly staff
- Wireless web access in all rooms for a cost of 150 THB per hr (but less for multiple hours). A small hassle in that you need to call the front desk for a password, but they deliver it to you within 15 minutes. Plus, for multiple hrs, the time starts as soon as you log on.
- Breakfast included for 2 (and it was good), 7th Floor
- Outstanding gym and massage service (with release included), 7th Floor
- Super nice bathroom w/ walk in shower and tub (the girls liked this)
- Nice flat screen Sony Vega TV
- Free in-room bottled water
- Cheap and efficient laundry service
- Nice work desk for the laptop and strategy sessions
- 100% Girl Friendly w/ no questions asked (nor ID requested), no fee
- Nice room service for late night meals
(I also stayed at the Amari Blvd, but would choose the MG again.)
Bottom line - I would choose this place again in a heart beat!
I have to agree with you Omar... I stayed there and it just blew me away!! The staff were sooooo pleasant it was awesome. The rooms were amazing... at least to what we were expeting.. definitely GF and only about a block away from Nana. I also got a Superior room and the newspaper and fruit plate where a nice touch too. I Was asked by security to leave the BG's ID with them when we came back though. No real biggie, they were just looking out for me.
On a side note, when you leave Nana for the night, just at the entrance at the street. On the left hand side is a burger stand/cart. Do yourself a favour and try one. I'm not big on street food but it was pretty damn good considering your in SE Asia.
I normally stay at Grand President even though many of the rooms are getting very run down these days. An in room safe is a must for me. Does the Grand Business Inn have an in room safe?
Is the Centrepoint nicer than Grand Pres?
My stay in GP was so so. They insisted that it is their company policy to charge a surcharge for credit card, 3.5% for Amex and 5% for MC/Visa, which they never told me when i was making the bookings. And then they wanted to charge me for the wireless at the lobby, which I was told was free. So did have a few words(not very nice ones) with the night manager who wanted to charge for the wireless and got it for free.
Plan to try Center Point at Petchburi road next trip.Anyone has experience with the CP apartments either in Petchburi or in their other locations in Bangkok? Thanks
I do notice at some shops(bakery?) next to the Ambassador hotel, there are few Russian looking women always hanging out there from 7/8pm onwards. Not sure if they were working women or what.
Frgethenam
11-08-05, 18:09
Hey guys,
I will be overnighting in BKK with an early flight and don't have time to get into the city. Can anyone recommend a decent hotel near the airport and any bars or discos which may be around there for some late night p4p.
Thanks
For business reason I am going to stay at the Grand Hyatt Erawan. Can any brothers tell me if it is girls friendly?
For business reason I am going to stay at the Grand Hyatt Erawan. Can any brothers tell me if it is girls friendly?Yes, it is totally guest-friendly, pretty much every high-end hotel in town is.
Also plenty of expensive freelancers can be found at the hotel's disco- Spasso. Lots of annoying expats though.
Traveler1234
11-09-05, 17:41
Hey guys,
I will be overnighting in BKK with an early flight and don't have time to get into the city. Can anyone recommend a decent hotel near the airport and any bars or discos which may be around there for some late night p4p.
Thanks
This has been asked numerous times and addressed.
Short answer - when do you arrive? If after 9-10 pm, B$200-250 taxi ride, 30 minutes to Nana area, time to get ST girl and hotel, got in a few shots, couple of hours sleep and catch morning flight.
Long answer is RTTF....many suggestions, details.
Yes, it is totally guest-friendly, pretty much every high-end hotel in town is.
Also plenty of expensive freelancers can be found at the hotel's disco- Spasso. Lots of annoying expats though.Thanks for the info Coma Boy. Expensive freelancers, but are they mainly after expat though. I don't mind paying more if I can get the return in quality or service. I once took out a girl from NEP gogo, paying top money. However when we got back to the hotel she had a 180 degree face change. That what annoys me.
Hi, can anyone fill me in on where's the most happening night spot in BKK and a good reasonable hotel to stay??
Hi, can anyone fill me in on where's the most happening night spot in BKK and a good reasonable hotel to stay??Very funny Satan!
Traveler1234
11-10-05, 17:36
Hi, can anyone fill me in on where's the most happening night spot in BKK and a good reasonable hotel to stay??
My service apt unit: I land Sunday evening, Nov 20th and leave on Wed, Nov 23rd for HK.
All are welcomed...bring your cameras and video recorders. I'm going to try to pick up some shemales for the parties... Room is free for newbies.
Ha ha
Frgethenam
11-10-05, 19:29
This has been asked numerous times and addressed.
Short answer - when do you arrive? If after 9-10 pm, B$200-250 taxi ride, 30 minutes to Nana area, time to get ST girl and hotel, got in a few shots, couple of hours sleep and catch morning flight.
Long answer is RTTF....many suggestions, details.Thanks for the reply Traveler, but I arrive BKK at 11:30pm (from US). By the time I clear customs and get my bags were talking 12:30am (if I am lucky). I need to be be back at the airport by 6:00am. I really want something close to or right at the airport.
Traveler1234
11-11-05, 17:03
Thanks for the reply Traveler, but I arrive BKK at 11:30pm (from US). By the time I clear customs and get my bags were talking 12:30am (if I am lucky). I need to be be back at the airport by 6:00am. I really want something close to or right at the airport.
Based on your schedule, all the more reason not to check into hotel nearby but hop a cab to Soi 4 area for ST action, massage, shower and then back to airport for your flight!
1. Hop cab 12:30 am
2. Arrive Nana 1 am
3. Pick up ST by 1:30 am, check into ST Hotel
4. Finish 2 pops by 3 or whenever, massage, shower, shave (another pop?)
5. On the road by 4:30 and at airport by 5 am
It can and HAS been done by many. Now far as where, what ST hotel, etc. RTTF, there multiple postings re this.
PS - and if you find two girls to your liking and in town same time I am there, you can use my hotel room, I'm getting a service apt unit w/ two rooms week after next!
Frgethenam
11-11-05, 18:05
Based on your schedule, all the more reason not to check into hotel nearby but hop a cab to Soi 4 area for ST action, massage, shower and then back to airport for your flight!
1. Hop cab 12:30 am
2. Arrive Nana 1 am
3. Pick up ST by 1:30 am, check into ST Hotel
4. Finish 2 pops by 3 or whenever, massage, shower, shave (another pop?)
5. On the road by 4:30 and at airport by 5 am
It can and HAS been done by many. Now far as where, what ST hotel, etc. RTTF, there multiple postings re this.
PS - and if you find two girls to your liking and in town same time I am there, you can use my hotel room, I'm getting a service apt unit w/ two rooms week after next!Hey Trav,
Thanks for offer. I will be back in Bangkok for work on Saturday, the 19th of Nov, and will be staying till the 23rd, if you want to hook up for a beer to two. PM me with your info and I send you my hotel & contact info while I'm there.
Thanks for the reply Traveler, but I arrive BKK at 11:30pm (from US). By the time I clear customs and get my bags were talking 12:30am (if I am lucky). I need to be be back at the airport by 6:00am. I really want something close to or right at the airport.
Traveler 1234 is correct, this scenario has been done many times, coupled with the fact you should not be picking up bags after clearing passport control, as they should be checked to your final destination. If you pack wisely, you should have in your carry on the necessary items for an overnight stay in BKK, without having to pick up your checked luggage.
So we are talking immigration only, then out to the street to grab a cab. You should be in a cab withing 35 minutes of your flight landing.
If you land from the US at 11.30 PM, you are probably flying Thai airways. Get a seat on the left side, up front, close to the exit, so you don't have to wait for 400 people to deplane. (look at the TG website, they have diagrams of seating arrangements, you can decide which seat you want, and maybe even call in asdvance to request it). stay awake for the LAX KIX part of the flight, then sleep from KIX BKK. You'll arrive feeling good, and ready for action. Jump in a cab, say NANA to the cabbie, and he'll drop you off in pussy paradise. You'll be there by 12.45 at the latest. Bars are still open, find a girl you like, and tell her you want her for 3 hours, and she will know where to go. Get your licks in, shower, grab a cab back, and hop your flight to final destination a little lighter, and with a smile on your face.
The other choice is to go for an airport hotel, (The Amari is connected to the airport by a walking bridge), or there is one about 2 km down the road, I have stayed there but forget the name, you'll have to RTFF for that. Then you have 2 options. you can search the web for a list of escort agencies in BKK and book a girl via email, ( it will cost and who knows what you will get), or you could ask the bellboy, (it will cost and who knows what you will get).
Beleive me what we are telling you is easy, fun and efficient. But the bottom line is there really are no bars withing spitting distance of the airport, for weary travelers who need to get laid. If you were a WG, would you sit in a bar next to the runway waiting for the odd jet lagged farang to come in for a boink?
Hi Guys :
I am in BKK right now and staying in Majestic Grande.
Very nice GF hotel. Lobby is kind of quite.
One of my friend is going to stay in Novotal Siam Square. Is it GF.
I will be posting a detailed report very soon.
Tony.
Traveler1234
11-12-05, 03:36
Hi Guys :
I am in BKK right now and staying in Majestic Grande.
Very nice GF hotel. Lobby is kind of quite.
One of my friend is going to stay in Novotal Siam Square. Is it GF.
I will be posting a detailed report very soon.
Tony.
Novotel Lotus, soi 33, sister to Siam Square is GF, sometimes they'll check her ID in, other times you walk right into elevator. Siam Square should be no different, especially given it's location.
Dear Everyone,
My apologise if 'asking something stupid', this is only my second time in this forum and first time posting a message:-)
Please let me know if anyone has recommendations on where to rent a serviced apartment for two nights in Sukhumvit road (area) in Bangkok. If not I have been thinking of booking a room at Nana between 22-24th November this year as I have heard this is quite girl friendly.
Thanks
Student25:-)
Hi Guys :
............I will be posting a detailed report very soon.
Tony.
Don't forget THE PHOTOS !
This is a newer hotel that just opened 11 months ago.
Per night booking: 2000 baht. (US$ 50 a night) Find them at aw group . com - I don't know which internet booking site they're on.
Features included;
- Excellent location on Soi 11 (same Soi as Ambassador) - close to Darling massage, also in center between Thermae & not far from Nana
- Nearly brand new furniture plus fittings
- Totally girl friendly - no charge at all. ID taken for your safety.
- Nice flat screen Sony Vega TV
- Free in-room bottled water
- Nice room service for late night meals - good food too.
Bottom line - I would choose this place again in a heart beat!
The Traveler
11-12-05, 23:48
Wet Nose,
if they really charge you 2.000 for the Grand Business Inn, then they did charge you in a big way. Walk-in price is 1.200. They also offer a suite for a slightly higher price (1.500 as far as I remember) - but the difference between the suite and a standard is just a minor one. The wardrobe is in an "extra room", very tiny and uncomfortable.
Safety boxes are at the reception. No pool.
The Traveler
11-12-05, 23:52
Student25,
the Nana is a dirty shithole. Great location but very basic worn down rooms.
If you look for a serviced appartment (Nana is a HOTEL !!!) you should consider the Grand President at Soi 11 or the Royal President at Soi 15, the latter would be my choice. Good value for money, about 2.000-2.500 per night.
Had to give it a try so I stayed there the first 2 nights. What a dump and for 1500B! They are doing a remodeling but looks to be superficial to the outside. The rooms are awful and the clientel are even more scroungy looking. I am not a very picky kind of fella but it is a no go. They seem to be catering to the middle eastern crowd and they can have it.
Moved to the Woriburi on Soi 4. Modest place, got a cheap clean room for 750B that works just fine for me. Just my big fat opinion, YMMV.....ldp
Sean_Double
11-13-05, 17:27
This is a newer hotel that just opened 11 months ago.
Per night booking: 2000 baht. (US$ 50 a night) Find them at aw group . com - I don't know which internet booking site they're on.
Features included;
- Excellent location on Soi 11 (same Soi as Ambassador) - close to Darling massage, also in center between Thermae & not far from Nana
- Nearly brand new furniture plus fittings
- Totally girl friendly - no charge at all. ID taken for your safety.
- Nice flat screen Sony Vega TV
- Free in-room bottled water
- Nice room service for late night meals - good food too.
Bottom line - I would choose this place again in a heart beat!
Yo Wet Nose,
You're right, the Grand Business Inn is in a good location, but for 2000 baht you can do better. I was thinking about staying there in august and took the tour. Its OK.
They quoted me a rate of 1200, but maybe that wasn't the high season rate. I declined at the 1200 baht rate and stayed nearby at the more expensive President Solitaire and figured it was money well spent.
I guess the thing that bothers me about the Grand Business in is that as Traveler pointed out, it has no pool. Bangkok has so many nice relatively cheap hotels that to be stuck in a place without a pool seems a shame. Maybe its just me, but the pool at a hotel seems like one of the most important amenities; hell, even the Miami has a pool.
Cheers,
Fast Eddie 48
11-14-05, 00:09
Yo Wet Nose,
You're right, the Grand Business Inn is in a good location, but for 2000 baht you can do better. I was thinking about staying there in august and took the tour. Its OK.
They quoted me a rate of 1200, but maybe that wasn't the high season rate. I declined at the 1200 baht rate and stayed nearby at the more expensive President Solitaire and figured it was money well spent.
I guess the thing that bothers me about the Grand Business in is that as Traveler pointed out, it has no pool. Bangkok has so many nice relatively cheap hotels that to be stuck in a place without a pool seems a shame. Maybe its just me, but the pool at a hotel seems like one of the most important amenities; hell, even the Miami has a pool.
Cheers,
to sean / wet nose
I have stay in grand business inn 3 time since it open, always pay 1200 bht
the suite is only 1500 bht is little bigger , in bangkok nice 4 star hotel with a nice pool will cost more than 2400 bht and up , the pool in miami is only a bath tub have not been clean for 2 yr , wet nose should try to talk to the manager to get a better rate.
fast eddie 48
Sean_Double
11-14-05, 06:24
to sean / wet nose
I have stay in grand business inn 3 time since it open, always pay 1200 bht
the suite is only 1500 bht is little bigger , in bangkok nice 4 star hotel with a nice pool will cost more than 2400 bht and up , the pool in miami is only a bath tub have not been clean for 2 yr , wet nose should try to talk to the manager to get a better rate.
fast eddie 48
Yo Fast Eddie,
Agreed, I'm not suggesting that Wet Nose stays at the Miami, just that it has a pool for better or worse.
I'm kind of a fanatic about nice pools so the lack of a pool is a deal breaker for me. To my knowledge no hotels in the lower Suk area that are in the 1100-1400 baht range really have very good pools if one at all. The ones that do like the Miami, Grace, Nana et.al. seem as depressing as the general ambience of the hotels themselves.
I'm rambling about pools; I guess my point is that this pool issue has been the factor that has thankfully opened my eyes and wallet to the welcoming arms of four and five star hotels. I'm generally pretty cheap about most things, but in BKK for 2000 baht+ you can stay in a damned nice place. It seems like a shame to spend 1500 to stay at the Grand Business Inn when for $15 or $20 more you could stay at the Grand President or kick it up a little.
Cheers,
Sean
BTW: Worst Hotel Pool: Tie...Miami or Grace
Best Hotel Pool: Four Seasons
Best Pool Anywhere: Royal Bangkok Polo Club
I did pay 1200 baht (which was an incredible deal) for my stay in Grand Business Inn, but I was later told that that was an introductory offer only. Expired the day I left (Oct 31st) and now the rate card @ the front desk shows 2000 baht for the superior room.
I really don't need a pool so that's why it didn't affect my rating of the GBI. However, it does have a great restarant that's open 24/7 so there ya go.
Just came back from Bangkok after five nights. I was travelling with another fellow monger, and we both booked double rooms in the Tower wing of the Ambassador thru the net. Very reasonable price, Bht 1390 per night without the breakfast. (They close it down at 10.a.m. and I never make it that early).
No real complaints about the rooms, clean enough, enough supplies, though they forgot towels twice but brought them up right away after a call.
I have stayed there a couple of times before, no problems with guests if double room was booked. I walked in many many times in the middle of the night, sometimes with one, sometimes with three girls and no problems.
Things have changed. I guess the management is trying to change the image of the hotel, trying to convert it to a family hotel plus catering more to families from south asia. Tons of families from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh.
First night I walked in around 3 pm, luckily no one was at the counter in front of the elevators of the Tower Wing, so walked right in.
Next night walked in around l a.m. with two, and was stopped, told it was not allowed, and that if i wished to do, guest charge of Bht 650.00 per person regardless of how long they stayed. I know better than to argue, I paid. My buddy paid for his guest. Each night we paid 650 baht for each guest, and the only consolation was that we would not stay there next time.
So heads up, guys, stay away from the ambassador if you like to bring guests to your room.
My two cents worth, I usually post in the Bangladesh section.
Ez Feelin
Just found this ad..
http://www.bangkoksuite.com/
Pretty good price for Bangkok, but don't know about guest policy though. And no, not associated with the place. Will stay there if reviews are positive...
Fast Eddie 48
11-15-05, 03:49
I did pay 1200 baht (which was an incredible deal) for my stay in Grand Business Inn, but I was later told that that was an introductory offer only. Expired the day I left (Oct 31st) and now the rate card @ the front desk shows 2000 baht for the superior room.
I really don't need a pool so that's why it didn't affect my rating of the GBI. However, it does have a great restarant that's open 24/7 so there ya go.
to wet nose
I just email them and ask for a rate for jan 2006 got a reply 1200 a night
and that is high season ,I been a customer for a long time from the old inn
I wonder who will pay 2000 a nite go figure.
fast eddie 48
Fast Eddie 48
11-15-05, 03:59
Yo Fast Eddie,
Agreed, I'm not suggesting that Wet Nose stays at the Miami, just that it has a pool for better or worse.
I'm kind of a fanatic about nice pools so the lack of a pool is a deal breaker for me. To my knowledge no hotels in the lower Suk area that are in the 1100-1400 baht range really have very good pools if one at all. The ones that do like the Miami, Grace, Nana et.al. seem as depressing as the general ambience of the hotels themselves.
I'm rambling about pools; I guess my point is that this pool issue has been the factor that has thankfully opened my eyes and wallet to the welcoming arms of four and five star hotels. I'm generally pretty cheap about most things, but in BKK for 2000 baht+ you can stay in a damned nice place. It seems like a shame to spend 1500 to stay at the Grand Business Inn when for $15 or $20 more you could stay at the Grand President or kick it up a little.
Cheers,
Sean
BTW: Worst Hotel Pool: Tie...Miami or Grace
Best Hotel Pool: Four Seasons
Best Pool Anywhere: Royal Bangkok Polo Club
TO SEAN
Pool is a good thing to have , I like to stay a few days at pattaya just for
that , I am a scuba diver and a swimmer is hard to find a 4-5 star hotel in
bangkok with nice pool and gf for a decent price , so no pool is better than no
girl . ambassdor and windsor suite use to be gf for less than 2200 bht a nite but no gf any more .
fast eddie 48
Just came back from Bangkok after five nights. I was travelling with another fellow monger, and we both booked double rooms in the Tower wing of the Ambassador thru the net. Very reasonable price, Bht 1390 per night without the breakfast. (They close it down at 10.a.m. and I never make it that early).
No real complaints about the rooms, clean enough, enough supplies, though they forgot towels twice but brought them up right away after a call.
I have stayed there a couple of times before, no problems with guests if double room was booked. I walked in many many times in the middle of the night, sometimes with one, sometimes with three girls and no problems.
Things have changed. I guess the management is trying to change the image of the hotel, trying to convert it to a family hotel plus catering more to families from south asia. Tons of families from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh.
First night I walked in around 3 pm, luckily no one was at the counter in front of the elevators of the Tower Wing, so walked right in.
Next night walked in around l a.m. with two, and was stopped, told it was not allowed, and that if i wished to do, guest charge of Bht 650.00 per person regardless of how long they stayed. I know better than to argue, I paid. My buddy paid for his guest. Each night we paid 650 baht for each guest, and the only consolation was that we would not stay there next time.
So heads up, guys, stay away from the ambassador if you like to bring guests to your room.
My two cents worth, I usually post in the Bangladesh section.
Ez FeelinMy friend and me have stayed at Tower wing 2 weeks ago, booked a double and never had any problem when bringing girls in.
Hunter136
Next to the IC.
Any reports? I'm booked in a suite at the end of the month and am wondering if it is GF. As its a pretty new hotel there is no reports yet.
Member #2041
11-16-05, 06:20
Philly D, I would bet it's UNFRIENDLY. Every Holiday Inn that I know of in a hobbying destination is Girl Unfriendly - and aggressively so. (Costa Rica, Thailand Silom, Aruba, Tijuana) and other areas. I am quite sure that it is a corporate policy - to make the Holiday Inn's "family friendly".
Friends! Last nite was the worest and most DISGUISTING night I had to ever endure at any hotel in the WORLD! Checked in at 6PM Majestic Suites on NANA and when I decided to go to bed at 1 AM realized the whole room had roaches and insects. Until about 4 AM I was killing roaches like in a HORROR movie. I think the ROACHES where all coming out of the A/C. Furhter, the freaking A/C has such a bad smell and ODOR- that you would leave with an ASTHMA. Last the shower curtain stinks of FUNGS and MOULD. Called reception several times to ask for help and bicht and all I could hear was "SOLOY we SPLAY YOU LOOM" so I had to endure that till I swtiched rooms at 5 AM when some guy checked out and I took his room. AVIOD , AVIOD and AVIOD the MJESTIC SUITES - unless you like sleeping with insects roaches and smell of disgusting air and mould. Hey last point - I was paying the high price and supposed to be in a freaking DELUXE ROOM!
Hi,
I'm new here but need advise on hotels in Bangkok. I have option of few hotels but before I decide which hotel I need help from brothers. I need to know which hotels are close to the happening places, such as massage places, pubs etc and which is girlfriendly. Never been to Bangkok so totally have no idea about the locations. The hotels are:-
1 Forum Park
2. Menam Riverside Hotel
3. Royal President Executive Service Apartment
4. Century Park Hotel
5. Grande Ville hotel
6. Gold Orchid Hotel
7. Bayoike Hotel
Appreciate your advise and looking forward to have fun in Bangkok
Got a good deal through a contact in the travelbiz at Zenith in Soi 3. Anybody been there? Girlfriendly?No way! I stayed there one night as I tried to do walk-ins to several hotels, but they were fully booked. They have a little Hitler Thai guy in hot pursuit of guests trying to sneak girls in there. Just when I thought I successfully smuggled two Thai Girls in for a three some, there was a knock at the door that would not go away. It was the Thai Girl Gestapo with his little invoice book. Did not care about how many girls, but just wanted his additional 600 THB joiner fee per girl. I think he gets paid on commission.
I had the same problem at MS on two separate occassions.
Loads of cockroaches everywhere in the room. Luckily they were all really small ones and I used an open bible that was in the bedside drawer to slay them.
Some Christian monger is in for a nasty surprise one day.
Ralph Kramden
11-16-05, 15:20
Philly D
Chances are the new Holiday Inn is not girl friendly because the one on Shilom Road is not. But you never know because the Holiday Inns in Singapore and Shanghai are very girl friendly. Why don't you call them and ask them up front? I sure would while there is still time to switch.
Anyone know about this Fortuna Hotel, across from Gullivers on soi 5?
Whether girl friendly or not?
Thanks.
Ez Feelin
The amazing thing about this is the fact that this hotel is frequently booked solid. Its not easy to get a room there. I hear similar complains about Nana being a craphole but again its not so easy getting a room there either. I have never been to the MS, but will have to remember this post next time I am booking rooms in this area.
Makes me wonder how the guy that checked out at out at 5 am endured/enjoyed his stay. How was the new room you switched to?
Friends! Last nite was the worest and most DISGUISTING night I had to ever endure at any hotel in the WORLD! Checked in at 6PM Majestic Suites on NANA and when I decided to go to bed at 1 AM realized the whole room had roaches and insects. Until about 4 AM I was killing roaches like in a HORROR movie. I think the ROACHES where all coming out of the A/C. Furhter, the freaking A/C has such a bad smell and ODOR- that you would leave with an ASTHMA. Last the shower curtain stinks of FUNGS and MOULD. Called reception several times to ask for help and bicht and all I could hear was "SOLOY we SPLAY YOU LOOM" so I had to endure that till I swtiched rooms at 5 AM when some guy checked out and I took his room. AVIOD , AVIOD and AVIOD the MJESTIC SUITES - unless you like sleeping with insects roaches and smell of disgusting air and mould. Hey last point - I was paying the high price and supposed to be in a freaking DELUXE ROOM!
The Traveler
11-16-05, 23:04
Ginias,
I have just stayed at these two hotels :
Royal President
it's a very nice serviced apartment and girl friendly. Location is good at soi 15 just in the middle between Soi Cowboy and NEP.
Rooms have electronic keycards, big in room safe, marble bath, seperate shower and bathtub, vdo player, dvd, big TV, sofa (I had a deluxe), king size bed and minibar. Breakfast buffet is very good, pool nice plus sauna and gym. Only downturn is the construction close by which I did not find disturbing as the windows are quite good.
Below a few pics (sorry for bad quality, made with my mobile)
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