Bangkok Hotels

[Rjsss212]

The effort that goes in to discussing hotels is incredible. I look for location, and anywhere along the S'kvt drag Soi Nana to Soi 33 will do, a clean bedroom with en suite facilities, gf and thereto is irrelevant. I don't spend hours watching TV, reading or drinking my room. I am out and about during the day, Thai roadside breakfast. Sightseeing and shopping. Come 1700 a slleep to say 2000 and then off mongering.

I put my effort into pussy hunting not flapping and fussing about hotel facilities and rates.

That seems to be the general consensus but one I could never understand (cheapo's not withstanding).

Most guys seem to do short time mostly. That leaves a lot of down time (no pun intended).

A lot of down time! And unless you are going to sit on soi 2 (or the beer garden) all day nursing a beer watching the world go by, hour after hour, day after day what the hell else is there to do?

Go to another mall? Another temple? Thats all fine for newbies but for someone who has spent a lot of time in BKK it gets tired fast. Its not a pretty city, no architecture to speak of, its often humid making walking long distances challenging and ultimately slightly boring. The language is a mystery beyond a few phrases. The locals are always polite but that usually dead ends fast.

I'm there to have sex. I take girls long time and they go the distance. When I'm done with them I run some errands, buy drugs I don't want to ask my doctor for and a few other things then get another girl or two and start again. I'm there to fuck.

A great room in a great hotel makes it very pleasurable because I spend many, many hours in it fucking. A shitty little room somewhere is fine for saving money but I haven't spent 22 hours in transit to save a few dollars on a very important aspect of the trip.

[Scorchin]

The effort that goes in to discussing hotels is incredible. I look for location, and anywhere along the S'kvt drag Soi Nana to Soi 33 will do, a clean bedroom with en suite facilities, gf and thereto is irrelevant. I don't spend hours watching TV, reading or drinking my room. I am out and about during the day, Thai roadside breakfast. Sightseeing and shopping. Come 1700 a slleep to say 2000 and then off mongering.

I put my effort into pussy hunting not flapping and fussing about hotel facilities and rates.

[Nullnull]

Thanks for your thoughtful replies. I almost forgot how disappointing breakfast in a club lounge can be. Anyway the JW Marriott seems to be off the list now (heard mediocre reviews before) therefore Sukhothai is back on and Le Meridien possible too. Locations may not be much of an issue because it's very possible that I will spend my whole stay with a single (non p4p) Thai cutie. But then if things don't turn out too well with her it would be very convenient to be in Sukhumvit area. Geez I know this sounds a bit rude. And don't get me wrong: I don't rate the Grand Millennium as a fantastic hotel but it is a good one, the location is hard to beat and since I spent there my first ever night as a sex tourist I feel good vibes everytime I check in there.

[Zauberfee]

I haven't had breakfast at the Sofitel's normal restaurant, or at the Plaza's lounge, so cannot compare. Basically if an extensive breakfast buffet is a priority, don't eat in a club lounge and negotiate to eat in the main restaurant.

I already had breakfast at both lounge and restaurant at Sofitel Sukhumvit. I agree that breakfast at lounge is nothing special, but it's good quality and enough quantity not to starve.

Breakfast at restaurant is so much better, great offerings, with egg station, different soups, different kinds of bread and cold cut, some thai and japaniese dishes as well. Can easily compete with the "upper class" breakfast in Bangkok (like Sheraton Grande or Le Meridien)

[Brandt]

But now I want to try something new, have Sofitel Sukhumvit, JW Marriott, Renaissance, Plaza Athenee (all possible with Club Room) and probably St. Regis in mind.

I'd go with the Sofitel among those choices: its rooms are far more impressive than the JW's (which I agree is nothing special, they felt like a fair deal at $80 on Priceline 10 years ago) , while the Plaza Athenee's are roomy but fairly drab. However its decor is French-themed, not Asian at all. The Sofitel's ongoing THB3920++ sale price is lower than comparable US chain hotels', and it is within walking distance to both Nana and Cowboy.

However the club lounge breakfast at the Sofitel is somewhat underwhelming, with a limited choice of buffet items and a short menu of cooked to order eggs etc, nothing like the spread at the main breakfast areas of the Plaza Athenee, Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, or Millenium Hilton. I haven't had breakfast at the Sofitel's normal restaurant, or at the Plaza's lounge, so cannot compare. Basically if an extensive breakfast buffet is a priority, don't eat in a club lounge and negotiate to eat in the main restaurant.

The St. Regis is IMHO not a good mongering hotel, too far from the action, and too much of a hi-so vibe, in which the average gogo girl will look and feel like a fish out of water. The Plaza Athenee's grand public spaces also cater to the local hi-so crowd, whereas its rooms are a step down, as in larger Japanese hotels. JW is the long-time pick for mongers on expense accounts, while the Sofitel is still looking for an identity, mostly normal European, African, and ME tourists.

The Sukhothai definitely is the most Asian in that class and area; very serene, and its Thai restaurant is top-notch. I've also stayed many times at the Conrad, whose rooms do have a local twist, and which has a comfortable discreet atmosphere for my needs (on business with an interest in nightlife on less busy days) ; its breakfast is however average, both lounge and main, but its king beds, although hard, are the widest I've seen, and will easily accommodate 3 people.

[Member #4698]

Will be in BKK in October. Have stayed before at Grand Millennium, Grande Centre Point (T21 and Ratchadamri) , Four Seasons, Landmark and Lebua. Since I'm a Soi Cowboy man the Grand Millenium has always been a favorite of mine and I only had fantastic fucks in their beds.

But now I want to try something new, have Sofitel Sukhumvit, JW Marriott, Renaissance, Plaza Athenee (all possible with Club Room) and probably St. Regis in mind. Or shall I pay the "few dollars more" and go for the Peninsula? What do you guys think? Feel free to mention another hotel if it was outstanding.

I'm aware of the different locations (from that point of view Sofitel and Marriott seem to be the best options) but think I can handle this. What I'm really looking for is a great king size bed, some fantastic breakfast buffet and some nice Asian twist in the interior design.

If you liked the Grand Millennium you might want to take a look at the Fraser Suites Hotel on Soi 11. Soi 11 is a colorful Soi and reasonably close to Nana and Cowboy.

There is nothing wrong with the JW except I think you are paying for their ornate lobby. In other words, I think the JW is a little on the high side $$$ for what they give you. As an alternative to the JW, you should consider the Marriott Park Executive Suites on Soi 24 and the new Marriott Suites at Thonglor and Sukhumvit.

I also like the Renaisance Hotel, although as you noted, the location is a little distant from most of the action. I receive a free night voucher from Marriott Rewards every year and I use it to stay for one night at the Renaissance. That's the night I make my annual pilgrimage to Spasso and Minx. There are many excellent hotels in this neighborhood like the Plaza Athenee, the Intercontinental, the Grand Hyatt. The Four Seasons is probably the best hotel in the Siam area. Personally I think it is too inconvenient to spend more than a night in this area unless you plan on hitting Patpong, but it is up to you. I would definitely draw the line, however, with the Peninsula and the Mandarin Oriental. They are probably in the top 3 hotels in BKK, but they are way too far from the action IMHO. You don't want to stay on the river unless you have a girl.

Lastly, if you are really looking for a great hotel with "a great king size bed, some fantastic breakfast buffet and some nice Asian twist in the interior design" and you can deal with the location, you should consider the Sukhothai. This hotel is in the top 3 hotels in BKK. I stayed there once and I was wowed. It is amazing. Location wise it is walking distance to Patpong and an easy taxi ride to Cowboy.

[Rjsss212]

But now I want to try something new.

I'm aware of the different locations (from that point of view Sofitel and Marriott seem to be the best options) but think I can handle this. What I'm really looking for is a great king size bed, some fantastic breakfast buffet and some nice Asian twist in the interior design.

Thanks!

The Peninsula will exceed all your expectations.

[Nullnull]

Will be in BKK in October. Have stayed before at Grand Millennium, Grande Centre Point (T21 and Ratchadamri) , Four Seasons, Landmark and Lebua. Since I'm a Soi Cowboy man the Grand Millenium has always been a favorite of mine and I only had fantastic fucks in their beds.

But now I want to try something new, have Sofitel Sukhumvit, JW Marriott, Renaissance, Plaza Athenee (all possible with Club Room) and probably St. Regis in mind. Or shall I pay the "few dollars more" and go for the Peninsula? What do you guys think? Feel free to mention another hotel if it was outstanding.

I'm aware of the different locations (from that point of view Sofitel and Marriott seem to be the best options) but think I can handle this. What I'm really looking for is a great king size bed, some fantastic breakfast buffet and some nice Asian twist in the interior design.

Thanks!

[Syzygies]

One wonders how all these Thai girls are able to walk these sidewalks in their fashionable shoes without breaking their legs and ankles. When I walk Sukhumvit road I wear tropical combat boots and many times that has saved me from a twisted ankle (or worse). People at home have no idea what dangers we suffer to get our entertainment. They think sex-tourists have it easy!

For guys that are tall, the biggest danger first time in Thailand is bashing your head on low hanging signs, branches, aircon units, seaside bungalow doorways, etc. It was probably a lot worse 20 years ago though. In Thailand you certainly have to watch where you step.

[Nullnull]

. What options nearby for just a "few dollars more" do you recommend. I want to avoid the hassel of using tuk tuk or taxi to and from NEP.

T

The Landmark is also within close walking distance from NEP. Even with a cutie in high heels beside you it takes less than 5 minutes to get three. And there are much more nice 4 to 5 stars hotels around. Agoda, Wotif or Latestays offer unbeatable Internet prices for real luxury hotels. Do yourself a favour and spend these "few dollars more".

[Member #4351]

Try majestic grande on soi 2 behind nana hotel. Maybe high for so e standard 2700++ breakfast included for 2.

I second that recommendation.

[BionicMan]

Thanks for the advice.

I was just on my way to book that hotel. What options nearby for just a "few dollars more" do you recommend. I want to avoid the hassel of using tuk tuk or taxi to and from NEP.

T

Try majestic grande on soi 2 behind nana hotel. Maybe high for so e standard 2700++ breakfast included for 2.

[SirWilliam4]

Thanks for the advice.

I was just on my way to book that hotel. What options nearby for just a "few dollars more" do you recommend. I want to avoid the hassel of using tuk tuk or taxi to and from NEP.

T

Take a look at On8 Hotel. Short walk to NEP.

http://www.on8bangkok.com

SW

[Wolvenvacht]

Spot on: the streets and sidewalks of BKK are not ideal to walk around with luggage in a pilgrimage from one hotel to the other to find the cheapest.

One wonders how all these Thai girls are able to walk these sidewalks in their fashionable shoes without breaking their legs and ankles. When I walk Sukhumvit road I wear tropical combat boots and many times that has saved me from a twisted ankle (or worse). People at home have no idea what dangers we suffer to get our entertainment. They think sex-tourists have it easy!

[Syzygies]

If you plan to go during "high" season (November to February) then definitely book in advance. Even if you didn't, I am sure you will find a room but it might involve walking with your luggage through town for a few hours until you find a suitable place. Guess what kind of price they will offer you when you arrive all sweaty, tired and dusty from trawling the many hotels on Sukhumvit road? Better to book in advance for that time of year.

Just adding extras comments for the original questioner.

Booking on internet is so easy, there is little point to not book a Hotel in advance, even in low season. Hotels can be filled up by tours. Can be just for one night if you are not sure you are going to like it. Okay I have just shown up to a Hotel in low season with a fixed price when there was little chance of no vacancy, but that is a rare exception. Going to look at Hotels to get a good price was something for 20 years ago before the internet took off. What can go wrong? I once stayed at Bangkok Palace which turned out to be a family Hotel not GF. Only ever made that mistake once.

Pick one of the recommended Hotels.