Pattaya Hotels

[QUOTE=Kaukaukane]Your expectation for THB200/day after paying your room cost is too high. But it may be enough to eat small portions from a vendor and take in the sunset each day. Based on your past experience, you should be able to easily develop a budget. For me, I do spend much more than THB5, 000 per day but less than 20 per cent of that on entertainment.[/QUOTE]I am talking about spending 1000thb/day on the room only not for the whole day and fun. I would be willing to spend almost 3000-5000 on me per day other than the room. When i was refering to 1000thb/day that mean about only room rent my friend. Not the food, drinks, fun and bar scene. Well i just found another new hotel other than RGI as its far(though cheap) but this one i found is Charging 1200 Bath for a superior room in SIO 13 named something like Inn House. What are your comments regarding that?

I dropped in to Sandy Spring a few days ago to check out the rooms. Great location but to me they were a bit tired for the price. Plenty of new places opening up with specials.

They are offering free wireless though for the next few months which makes it more attractive.

I had so MUCH FUN, last New Years Eve, I have decided to return to the scene of the crime........LOL

Last year, I stayed at Nirvana Place, in South Pattaya, near Pattaya Hill. While it was a wonderful and quiet hotel, it was a bit too far from the action. I don't mind a short bhat bus ride, but this was often a painful trip into town due to traffic.

So this trip, I am considering three different hotels, of a similar quality (3-4 stars) which seem to be located in quieter areas. Mostly, because they have generous cancellation policies (same day to 1 week), but also convenient internet reservation systems. I do not mind a short walk or bhat bus ride, but I am not interested in somewhere that is more than 5-10 minutes from the beach-end of Walking Street.

I am interested to know if they have room safes big enough to store a laptop, and if they are guest friendly without a joiner fee. I have researched this forum, but have yielded minimal information. I plan to email each one of them to ask those specific questions, but thought I would ask those of you who have direct knowledge.

The Hotels I am considering are:

1. Nova Platinum Hotel (This hotel seems to be an ideal location)
2. Mercure Central
3. Best Western Pattaya

Nova Platinum is GF and does not charge joiner fees. It is one of the many new Hotels popping up in Pattaya these days. They do not have in room safe large enough to accommodate laptops. I left my laptop out in the room every day I stayed there. If you book from their web site you will get the best rate ($47.00usd), they are running a promo now where they will upgrade your regular room to deluxe room. Nice Hotel except for the large number of inebriated adipose boors frequently wallowing in the pool (located near the front entrance of the hotel) all day oblivious to the fact that no one wants to view their unsightly bodies they seem so ready to expose.

[QUOTE=Run Mann]Nova Platinum is GF and does not charge joiner fees. It is one of the many new Hotels popping up in Pattaya these days. They do not have in room safe large enough to accommodate laptops. I left my laptop out in the room every day I stayed there. If you book from their web site you will get the best rate ($47.00usd), they are running a promo now where they will upgrade your regular room to deluxe room. Nice Hotel except for the large number of inebriated adipose boors frequently wallowing in the pool (located near the front entrance of the hotel) all day oblivious to the fact that no one wants to view their unsightly bodies they seem so ready to expose.[/QUOTE]

Recommendations for similar quality?

Going to Pattaya in Nov. for 3 weeks. Could someone recommend a hotel with the following requirements: Not to exceed $80 per nite including taxes, in an area very convenient to walking to the fun places, must have safe in room, a nice pool area, great air conditioning and joiner friendly without additional fees, also what are the tax percentages added to rooms?

Thanks

Hi guys.

I'll be heading to Pattay for the first time this coming Oct. I have a friend that has gone several times years ago. He told me of a cheap hotel that has private "bungalow" style rooms. He says you can literally ride your motorcycle up to your door. He says it's very convinient for bringing girls back.

Have any of you ever heard of such a place? I've searched and found a couple that offer rooms like that, but they are hardly cheap.

I was hoping to find a nice girl friendly hotel, that has a good bar, good food, clean, comfortable and wifi would be a plus. Any suggestions?

Also looking to spend a day or two at an upscale resort with private beach. Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance!

Dak

Guys/Expats. Need a suggestion on a hotel which doesnt charge any joiner fee for 2 gals. Not one. Alot of hotels are guest friendly in central pattaya and sio 8 and 13. But all have a limitation of 1st guest to be free not the second. Any list of hotels not charging for the second guest as well?

Guys,

Any reports on Pinewood Residences? Are they girlfriendly?

Or extremely girlfriendly?

[QUOTE=Eminent]Guys/Expats. Need a suggestion on a hotel which doesnt charge any joiner fee for 2 gals. Not one. Alot of hotels are guest friendly in central pattaya and sio 8 and 13. But all have a limitation of 1st guest to be free not the second. Any list of hotels not charging for the second guest as well?[/QUOTE]Eminet,

If you want 2 girls most hotel will charge you an extra 200 bht joiner fee ,if you can afford 2 girl what is the extra 200 bht to you don't be a cheap charlie.

Fast eddie 48

Is it really low season in Pattaya? I tried to reserve a hotel room for couple of weeks three weeks from now in Pattaya Bay Resort. They replied it is fully booked that time :( I have been there before and did not have anything to complain about.

Will in be in Pattaya in Sept with three buddies looking for a GF friendly hotel. Can't decide between these hotels any advice would be great. Wondering about their location, GF friendly (Joiner fees are OK but don't want any problems about bringing guest) and overall condition of hotel

Marriott, it seem pricy but it seem so many recommend it because of its location and condition. Is it that much better then the rest.

Royal Orchid Resort, haven't seen anything written about this place, is it girl friendly. Its advertised as a family friendly

Amari Orchid Resort or the Amari Nova Suites, both seem nice is one better then the other

Garden Cliff

[QUOTE=White Whale]Is it really low season in Pattaya? I tried to reserve a hotel room for couple of weeks three weeks from now in Pattaya Bay Resort. They replied it is fully booked that time :( I have been there before and did not have anything to complain about.[/QUOTE]


Yes it is but if a hotel is good but small then they will always be busy. You could try asking them what dates of your stay they have free.

September trip.

[url]http://www.sunviewplacepattaya.com/[/url]

This one or Flipper Lodge?

Or anything else within range of the action and cost.

Primo

Assuming you understand that Buakhao is a ways from the beach and the place measures up to your expectations, then sunshine is OK, Flipper can be a bit noisy being right on soi 8 so that might be a consideration, too.

I've stayed on Buakhao (not there, though) and Eastiney (in the soi 7/8 noise complex). I guess it depends on whether you want easy access or sleep. Remember, the bhat buses run along Buakhao but not nearly as frequently as 2nd road. From Flipper you can go "up" to 2nd road if you want to go north or "down" to beach if you want to go "south" (Walking Street) Your choice.

[QUOTE=Dinghy]Assuming you understand that Buakhao is a ways from the beach and the place measures up to your expectations, then sunshine is OK, Flipper can be a bit noisy being right on soi 8 so that might be a consideration, too.

I've stayed on Buakhao (not there, though) and Eastiney (in the soi 7/8 noise complex). I guess it depends on whether you want easy access or sleep. Remember, the bhat buses run along Buakhao but not nearly as frequently as 2nd road. From Flipper you can go "up" to 2nd road if you want to go north or "down" to beach if you want to go "south" (Walking Street) Your choice.[/QUOTE]Now I understand I have not done my homework. Have to study the map again. It doesnt seem that far away. Went to P long time ago (15y) and then stayed at Lek hotel, I remember It as a clean and nice hotel with a pool.

But don't remember how far to some of the action. Do you think its still noise in the higher levels in Flipper? Maybe I want to get some sleep anyway.

As Always Primo

Want to go in March to Pattaya. Someone experience with the Secrets hotel. Sees acording to the webside good ans well lain. Also the prices are well. Is it girl friendly?

[QUOTE=Ludo Lath]Want to go in March to Pattaya. Someone experience with the Secrets hotel. Sees acording to the webside good ans well lain. Also the prices are well. Is it girl friendly?[/QUOTE]

Uh...yeah.

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]

But don't remember how far to some of the action. Do you think its still noise in the higher levels in Flipper? Maybe I want to get some sleep anyway.

As Always Primo[/QUOTE]

I've never stayed at Flipper Lodge but at Flipper House a couple of times and I never had a problem with noise inside the hotel.
I think it's a decent hotel for the price, the only thing I'd like to see them add is in-room safes.

Guys I am going to book DIAMOND CITY Pattaya hotel this August. They are basically serviced apartments. I am going for the Deluxe one which for 1800. Its a little type of suite with alot of facilities, ANY ONE HAS GONE THROUGH IT is welcome to advice and let me know cons and pros. I hope I ll get my answers quick.

Saluts!

E

Gentlemen. I stayed in one of the deluxe rooms at 800 bhat a night, and found it well worth the money. Rooms start there at 500, but check the website and see.
My room was pretty big, nice ensuite, room safe, huge bed, and cold air-con. I spent a fair bit of time there with an angel I found on my first day, and to be frank, one could not want more from a room than a comfortable place to shag, and a decent place to get washed before and afterwards, and of course somewhere to enjoy a decent meal and drink up until midnight?
The housekeeping service was excellent, and she didn't care what time you emerged, usually after 3pm.
Early on, a caster broke off my stool, I told the owner, and it was replaced before I could even get upstairs. Another time the water pressure had gone really low in the taps, I told the cleaner, and by the time I had come back it was sorted.
The staff downstairs all speak excellent English, and they have no problem with your tilak/overnight rental.
After midnight, entry is via the back (don't we all love that!) and the security guys are pretty insistent on taking the girl's ID card, which is good security.

The one problem with the place is that it is on Soi 6. Problem you may say, yes! The few times I ventured out without my Tilac I was like a little boy in a sweetie shop, but luckily tilak told me she would kill me if I strayed away. Soi 6 can be an intimidating place!

Right out the back door is a pharmacy, there's a cheap launderette about 34 hansum man calls away ( 100 metres), and a 7/11 at the top of the street.

Guys, really, for 800 bhat a night it is a bargain. If you want to spend more money on girls and drinks without compromising on decent accommodation, try the Queen Vic.

Nice report, but what about noise ?

Can you sleep in the morning, or after 2-3 am ?

In Pattaya its always the same issue .

[QUOTE=Montecristo]Nice report, but what about noise ?

Can you sleep in the morning, or after 2-3 am ?

In Pattaya its always the same issue .[/QUOTE]My room was at the back, on soi 6/1. All the rooms appear to be UPVC double glazed, which really cuts down noise, and the aircon helps drown sounds as well. Personally, after midnight, the Soi seemed to be pretty quiet, but hey, if you go back to your room, girless, and sober, then you may have sleeping problems anyway. pissed and with a LBFM hanging off your arm, the last thing you care about is noise!

P

[QUOTE=Petemcc]My room was at the back, on soi 6/1. All the rooms appear to be UPVC double glazed, which really cuts down noise, and the aircon helps drown sounds as well. Personally, after midnight, the Soi seemed to be pretty quiet, but hey, if you go back to your room, girless , and sober, then you may have sleeping problems anyway. pissed and with a LBFM hanging off your arm, the last thing you care about is noise!

P[/QUOTE]Well thnx for the report you are lucky that things went well with you in queen vic. Last time I was there I had the bathroom leaking, smelly bathroom and bar girl shouting if you are alone (though I love girls showing attention but not I m in a bad mood). Somewhere it wasn't bad as the money you pay is 25$ and I think its ok. You are right if you are interested in saving and compromising on accomodation its ok but for people like me who need a peace of mind and things in order it might be below the standard. I ll be ready to pay some more money for some extra services.

[QUOTE=Run Mann]Nova Platinum is GF and does not charge joiner fees. It is one of the many new Hotels popping up in Pattaya these days. They do not have in room safe large enough to accommodate laptops. I left my laptop out in the room every day I stayed there. If you book from their web site you will get the best rate ($47.00usd), they are running a promo now where they will upgrade your regular room to deluxe room. Nice Hotel except for the large number of inebriated adipose boors frequently wallowing in the pool (located near the front entrance of the hotel) all day oblivious to the fact that no one wants to view their unsightly bodies they seem so ready to expose.[/QUOTE]


I think i have a winner LOL.. I was going with staying at soi 15 hotels (Mercur or Pattaya Bay Resort) but this hotel is located in the baht bus route and looks pretty up scale..

Thank You....

[QUOTE=Eminent]Guys I am going to book DIAMOND CITY Pattaya hotel this August. They are basically serviced apartments. I am going for the Deluxe one which for 1800. Its a little type of suite with alot of facilities, ANY ONE HAS GONE THROUGH IT is welcome to advice and let me know cons and pros. I hope I ll get my answers quick.

Saluts!

E[/QUOTE]


Dude did you check out the fine print? they will change the sheets twice a week if you stay a week or longer ... Yek...

Lot of DNA will build up in your sheets if they dont change it daily LOL... Well that just me ... dirty dirty boy LOL

[QUOTE=AliasDonkey]I think i have a winner LOL.. I was going with staying at soi 15 hotels (Mercur or Pattaya Bay Resort) but this hotel is located in the baht bus route and looks pretty up scale..

Thank You....[/QUOTE]

Be sure to post your report after your stay but you are right, Nova Platinum offers excellent lodging at an adequate price.

[QUOTE=AliasDonkey]Dude did you check out the fine print? they will change the sheets twice a week if you stay a week or longer ... Yek...

Lot of DNA will build up in your sheets if they dont change it daily LOL... Well that just me ... dirty dirty boy LOL[/QUOTE]Dude. I didnt read that. You are right that too dirty shit. Well i like the idea of Soi 15. Well how about this Green View Serviced Apatments off walking street on Soi 15. Any reviews. Quite near the action and quite good for mongering, my research on da google tell me its not very old. quite new and clean. But i need member's advice and your advice too. Travelling on 23rd of this month. Cant wait to get to Patts but cant get the location i want with the facilities i need.

Green View; a few years ago it was the Hotel Firehouse; my hotel for
many years. Now the pool area is the parking place. No question; the
location is great; but as i saw that there is no pool anylonger; i gone

Cheers

[QUOTE=Steve German]Green View; a few years ago it was the Hotel Firehouse; my hotel for many years. Now the pool area is the parking place. No question; the location is great; but as I saw that there is no pool anylonger; I gone.

Cheers[/QUOTE]Dude. Thnx for the reply. Do you have any idea of how old this Green View Hotel must have been? Any idea of do they have elevators? And Idea of its size?

My friend I don't mind if it doesnt have a pool. Parking insead of pool is a plus for me because I usually hire a bike when I m in Pattaya. Any noise problem or something in the rooms?

I ll happy to be booking the delux room if things are good from your experiences.

[QUOTE=Steve German]Green View; a few years ago it was the Hotel Firehouse; my hotel for many years. Now the pool area is the parking place. No question; the
location is great; but as i saw that there is no pool anylonger; i gone

Cheers[/QUOTE]I stayed at Green View for about a week last year and found it very good value for money 850 B per night. It was clean and friendly with no hassles about bringing in multiple ladies. Very well located and quieter than Secrets.

[QUOTE=Eminent]Dude. Thnx for the reply. Do you have any idea of how old this Green View Hotel must have been? Any idea of do they have elevators? And Idea of its size?

My friend I don't mind if it doesnt have a pool. Parking insead of pool is a plus for me because I usually hire a bike when I m in Pattaya. Any noise problem or something in the rooms?

I ll happy to be booking the delux room if things are good from your experiences.[/QUOTE]



Well i'll share with you what info i got from his site and what other posters PM me concerning hotels.. I have on this list two serviced apartments: IMPERIAL RESIDENCE & Sunshine Vista Hotel Serviced Apartments


Dynasty Inn, Pattaya 1480 = $48

Eastiny Seven Pattayan Soi 7 990 thb= $32
Pattaya Bay Resort ฿ 1,500.

IMPERIAL RESIDENCE
310/1 Soi 10,Beach Road,South Pattaya,
Banglamung,Chonburi 20260
Tel : 038-710383,038-710870 Fax : 038-71098

Sabai Lodge sabai wing: 1550 thb
Airport pick-up by minibus
Bht 1,850.- net per car per trip.
Maximum 7 personal.

Sunbeam Hotel 1700/ $56 superior single 1900 / $63
Deluxe 2300/2500 $76/$83**** Pattaya Soi 7,

Sunshine Residences/Hotel Pattaya *** Racist Standard Hotel Soi 8, Beach Road, $ 47 standard rm/ $34 standard rm. (Pic don’t look too good of a hotel)

Sunshine Vista Hotel *** Pattaya $50.52** $40 thru res24.com
(THB1599.00) Soi 3 Beach Road, Pattaya, Thailand $45
Serviced Apartments 1,871 thb = $60 1,405
Special Offer 16 apr,2008 until 31 oct,2008.
Stay and pay for 6 consecutive nights get 1 night free room with breakfast.

Sandy Spring Soi 13 Pattaya Beach Road 1,200 Bahts

White House 1290 thb

Mercure Hotel Pattaya Address: 484 Moo 10 , Pattaya Second Road Soi 15 Po

Hope this help some one

Take care.

[QUOTE=AliasDonkey]Well i'll share with you what info i got from his site and what other posters PM me concerning hotels.. I have on this list two serviced apartments: IMPERIAL RESIDENCE & Sunshine Vista Hotel Serviced Apartments

Dynasty Inn, Pattaya 1480 = $48

Eastiny Seven Pattayan Soi 7 990 thb= $32
Pattaya Bay Resort ฿ 1,500.

IMPERIAL RESIDENCE
310/1 Soi 10,Beach Road,South Pattaya,
Banglamung,Chonburi 20260
Tel : 038-710383,038-710870 Fax : 038-71098

Sabai Lodge sabai wing: 1550 thb
Airport pick-up by minibus
Bht 1,850.- net per car per trip.
Maximum 7 personal.

Sunbeam Hotel 1700/ $56 superior single 1900 / $63
Deluxe 2300/2500 $76/$83**** Pattaya Soi 7,

Sunshine Residences/Hotel Pattaya *** Racist Standard Hotel Soi 8, Beach Road, $ 47 standard rm/ $34 standard rm. (Pic don’t look too good of a hotel)

Sunshine Vista Hotel *** Pattaya $50.52** $40 thru res24.com
(THB1599.00) Soi 3 Beach Road, Pattaya, Thailand $45
Serviced Apartments 1,871 thb = $60 1,405
Special Offer 16 apr,2008 until 31 oct,2008.
Stay and pay for 6 consecutive nights get 1 night free room with breakfast.

Sandy Spring Soi 13 Pattaya Beach Road 1,200 Bahts

White House 1290 thb

Mercure Hotel Pattaya Address: 484 Moo 10 , Pattaya Second Road Soi 15 Po

Hope this help some one

Take care.[/QUOTE]Thnx friend that was extremely kind of you. My friend came yesterday he was quite happy from WElcome Plaza hotel. He had a Jr.Suite booked over there and told me it was good value for money.

Any comments on that

Guys,

Will be visiting Pattaya next month. Any report on VC Hotel Pattaya. Has anyone stayed at this hotel. Are they GF.

Thanks,

Kool Dude

[QUOTE=White Whale]Is it really low season in Pattaya? I tried to reserve a hotel room for couple of weeks three weeks from now in Pattaya Bay Resort. They replied it is fully booked that time :( I have been there before and did not have anything to complain about.[/QUOTE]Now while here... Partly room shortage might be explained with Pattaya Marathon 20th of July. My reservation request overlapped with that. I have been always near Walking street and I think I have seen it. Any fresh ideas for accommodation nearby Soi 6?

BTW I am staying in Secrets hotel. I do confirm earlier reports for noisy echoing hallway combined with paper thin doors, smallish rooms and lack of elevator. It is low season so street noise or other customers have not bothered too much. I have been able to sleep at nights; After satisfying the lady of the evening of course ;) Staff is not that friendly either. GF though; first hotel I have been where mini bar includes condoms.

Well since this is the Hotel Forum here is what information I have concerning hotel reservation sites.
I’ve use a few of them like hotels2thailand, Agoda (Former Percision) & Res24. Happy discount rate searching LOL…
[url]http://www.asiarooms.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.hotels2thailand.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.agoda.com/world.html[/url]
[url]http://bkkz.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.sawadee.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.hotelthailand.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.hotels.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.ratestogo.com/default.asp[/url]
[url]http://www.tripadvisor.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.bookingbuddy.com[/url]
[url]http://www.res24.co.uk/[/url]
[url]http://www.passionasia.com/[/url]

[QUOTE=Petemcc]Gentlemen. I stayed in one of the deluxe rooms at 800 bhat a night, and found it well worth the money. Rooms start there at 500, but check the website and see.

My room was pretty big, nice ensuite, room safe, huge bed, and cold air-con. I spent a fair bit of time there with an angel I found on my first day, and to be frank, one could not want more from a room than a comfortable place to shag, and a decent place to get washed before and afterwards, and of course somewhere to enjoy a decent meal and drink up until midnight?

The housekeeping service was excellent, and she didn't care what time you emerged, usually after 3pm.

Early on, a caster broke off my stool, I told the owner, and it was replaced before I could even get upstairs. Another time the water pressure had gone really low in the taps, I told the cleaner, and by the time I had come back it was sorted.

The staff downstairs all speak excellent English, and they have no problem with your tilak/overnight rental.

After midnight, entry is via the back (don't we all love that!) and the security guys are pretty insistent on taking the girl's ID card, which is good security.

The one problem with the place is that it is on Soi 6. Problem you may say, yes! The few times I ventured out without my Tilac I was like a little boy in a sweetie shop, but luckily tilak told me she would kill me if I strayed away. Soi 6 can be an intimidating place!

Right out the back door is a pharmacy, there's a cheap launderette about 34 hansum man calls away ( 100 metres), and a 7/11 at the top of the street.

Guys, really, for 800 bhat a night it is a bargain. If you want to spend more money on girls and drinks without compromising on decent accommodation, try the Queen Vic.[/QUOTE]Totally agree with you Pete. I stayed there back in April and loved it.

I stayed in one of the cheaper internal rooms - so there was no noise issue there for me - but I don't think that Soi 6 is that noisy at night when you compare it to Soi 7,8 etc.

A couple of other things that I liked was that they also had free wi-fi in the rooms and it has small forum about the other Soi 6 bars. To top it off they sell the best beer in Asia - Beer Laos!

A couple of negative things though - as you say that after the pub closes, the entrance is around the back on Soi 6/1 - which is a LB freelancer area, so if you do go back after your nights activities ladyless the LB's assume that is what you are after and gave me a bit of hassle on a couple of occasions.

I would also say that the rooms have a 'pub feel' to them rather than a feel of a hotel, which might not be to everyones taste.

Bb69

Need some help.. Just booked at Nova Platinum but the web site is not too specific about the location. can some one confirm the location. My initial impression was that it was located on second road near boys town. But the google map puts it below the baht bus route on the same street as angle witch.



Thanks in advance. Tofa LOL..

[QUOTE=AliasDonkey]Need some help.. Just booked at Nova Platinum but the web site is not too specific about the location. can some one confirm the location...[/QUOTE]

It is on 2nd Rd and South of Pattaya Thai (South Rd), right next to the Siam Bayshore Hotel, and I believe it might also front on Walking Street as well. Looks like a nice hotel. Boys Town is North of Pattaya Thai on Soi Pattayaland.

[QUOTE=AliasDonkey]Need some help.. Just booked at Nova Platinum but the web site is not too specific about the location. can some one confirm the location. My initial impression was that it was located on second road near boys town. But the google map puts it below the baht bus route on the same street as angle witch.



Thanks in advance. Tofa LOL..[/QUOTE]

Please post your impression after your stay (price/quality/girl friendliness/etc.). I have a reservation there for NYE and am looking for some feedback. It seems like a newer hotel and think I have only seen one post with direct experience. When is your visit so I can monitor this thread?

I was looking for an alternative for Secrets hotel (ended up staying there). I visited one of the A A hotel rooms. The rooms have seen better days long ago. There were no non-smoking rooms in the hotel at all. There is no in-room safety box. In TripAdvisor someone commented they allow minors in their rooms. Low season price 850B. Not my hotel.

[QUOTE=LookingToSwing4]Please post your impression after your stay (price/quality/girl friendliness/etc.). I have a reservation there for NYE and am looking for some feedback. It seems like a newer hotel and think I have only seen one post with direct experience. When is your visit so I can monitor this thread?[/QUOTE]


Will do if my booking agent ever gets around to fixing my hotel reservations LOL ...

[QUOTE=Petemcc]Gentlemen. I stayed in one of the deluxe rooms at 800 bhat a night, and found it well worth the money. Rooms start there at 500, but check the website and see.[/quote]Petemcc,

RTFF and found your post, thanks for the tip. Owner Vic made it a point to introduce himself and gave good tips. Pub had great food, even had Lao beer.

I was picked up at the airport and arrived at 2am. Silly me, thought all the bars would be closed. Found this lovely at a 2nd street bar.

Would definetly stay at the Vic again,

HP

Can anyone help in accomodation in this place? I have 2weeks in Pattaya and I would like to stay at least for a night in this city.However all Chonburi listings are actually Naklua-Pattaya-Jomtien hotels.Or at best the hotel in Sriracha
Dont they have reasonable hotels within walking distance from the main road
from Bangkok to Pattaya if I come by bus? It looked like a big city from the bus the last year I came to Pattaya.I am told its the provincial capital.

I spent a month in Chonburi once. I was working there, so I had no choice. I discovered that in the middle of the city, there is very little to do except watch CNN in your room. I would avoid it at all costs.

and it's an HOUR away from Pattaya by SLOW BUS, TOO

(Suk is where you get the bus... to Sriracha... to Banglaemung... to Pattaya (still on Suk -- they don't go to the bus station, so you have to cross SUK) which due to the traffic SUCKS when dragging a BAG) stay out from in front of MERCEDES - they have their own gunsight hood ornaments :)

Going to Chonburi ... ROFLMAO - nothing interesting unless you have connections there ) even Trat is more interesting from an "entertainment" perspective if you can speak Thai

Will be going to Pattaya for work in Oct.

Since the company is paying I would like to stay at a 4 or 5 star resort style hotel with good access to nightlife (but also quiet). Couple of questions:

1) Any recommendations on guest fee free accommodation's in this category? 2) If hotel does have a guest fee - how does it show up on your bill? As you can imagine, I would prefer to avoid convoluted expense account explanations!

[QUOTE=Loupgarou]Will be going to Pattaya for work in Oct.

Since the company is paying I would like to stay at a 4 or 5 star resort style hotel with good access to nightlife (but also quiet). Couple of questions:

1) Any recommendations on guest fee free accommodation's in this category? 2) If hotel does have a guest fee - how does it show up on your bill? As you can imagine, I would prefer to avoid convoluted expense account explanations![/QUOTE]If your company is going to pay the bill take the Marriott - it´s one of the best hotels in town and you have to pay no customer fees.

Other good hotels with no cf:

Tim Boutique
Mercure

All the 3 hotels are in the center - 3-5 minutes to walking street if you walk and 2 - 3 minutes to SOI 6/7/8, Big C with the Bath.

Hope your company is also going to pay you the ladies.

Greetings from Germany

[QUOTE=LookingToSwing4]Please post your impression after your stay (price/quality/girl friendliness/etc.). I have a reservation there for NYE and am looking for some feedback. It seems like a newer hotel and think I have only seen one post with direct experience. When is your visit so I can monitor this thread?[/QUOTE]Have send an EMail to NovaP if they are girl friendly - i´m still waiting for an anwer since one week; have booked tim boutique for 4 days and will take a closer look when i arrive in Patty on the 19.8 if it´s worth for a stay.

I have been the last 2 years (6 times) alway Mercure. Quite Hotel, good price, and you have just 3 walking minutes to WS and 2-3 min. with bath taxi to Soi 6,7,8 and BIG C.

[QUOTE=Buffoo]Have send an EMail to NovaP if they are girl friendly - i´m still waiting for an anwer since one week; have booked tim boutique for 4 days and will take a closer look when i arrive in Patty on the 19.8 if it´s worth for a stay.

The Nova Platinum coes not charge a joiner fee...I'm staying there at the end of September and I made sure that guests were free before I made my reservations. I've enclosed the link to their FAQ

[url]http://www.amari.com/novaplatinum/hotel-faqs.aspx#01[/url]

[url]www.rockhousepattaya.com[/url]

[QUOTE=Noquit][url]www.rockhousepattaya.com[/url][/QUOTE]A friend of mine stayed there he said it was ok but would not stay again as his room was hardly ever cleaned. He only found out when he changed girls after a few days as she was cleaning his room.

I have RTFF, but there are conflicting reports about this property.

Any definite answer whether the Mercure Pattaya is girl friendly when booking a double room? Some say yes, some seem to have been hit with a THB 500 fee.

Was also looking at the All Seasons - seems to have a joiner fee...

Gents,

I was trying to make a hotel reservation through hotelthailand.com and they asked to email them a copy of my credit card.

Since I know there is lots of scams in asia in credit cards, I dont think that would be a good idea.

Does any has been in the same situation before?

I just finished using them 2 weeks ago myself when it came 2 booking 2 nights in hua hin when I arrive in Thailand in 2 weeks

I don't have any concerns, but anything is possible in life

I tried wired destinations 1st but it kept coming back some syntax error message when I tried 2 book with them so I used hotelthailand

There are so many procedures & 4 different confirmation numbers while booking that I have 98% confidence everything will be just fine

This is 2008 & not 1996 when using credit card online was a scary thought.

NEVER email your credit card information. Email is an unsecure form of transmission. Very weird that anyone would ask that. You're better off calling them.

Jesus Evil, you DA MAN! 5 girls in your room?

Real reason for this post was that I'm staying in the PBR's Presidential Suite for a couple of weeks in February. Is it worth the extra dough? What was your experience like?

And whilst on the subject, where did you get your five friends and what was the charge?

I've considered a twosome but never a fivesome. Is that even a word?

deepthroat in Seattle

[QUOTE=Evil Penivel]I stayed at the Pattaya Bay Resort for six nights at the end of November 2007. I arrived with five ladies in tow, only one of which registered with me. I was worried about the extra "joiners' fees," but the hotel staff didn't bat an eye. I've attached a picture of the five ladies watching the TV in my room at the PBR. Every night I had at least two ladies spending the night and was never asked for a joiner fee. This may be in part because I had a suite and not a standard or deluxe room, but I believe the "joiner fee" clause is a protective one to guard against the guests who pack four or five people into a standard room for the whole stay.



You might want to check out the newly opened Pattaya Beer Garden, which is trying to become the local equivalent of the Beer Garden on Soi 7 in Bangkok. You can read about it here: [URL=http://www.pattayabeergarden.com/]Pattaya Beer Garden[/URL]

Evil[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Bkktg]I have RTFF, but there are conflicting reports about this property.

Any definite answer whether the Mercure Pattaya is girl friendly when booking a double room? Some say yes, some seem to have been hit with a THB 500 fee.

Was also looking at the All Seasons - seems to have a joiner fee...[/QUOTE]

Bkktg,

I have stayed here 4 times, the last of which was in April/May this year and it is definitely GF. No joiner fee ever but then I always book a double (same price). They do always make the girl give her ID over to reception though.

To be honest, I liked it first time but after staying in a couple of other hotels I dont really think it's very good value for what the room is. Just an opinion. It's nice enough though.

Johnthescot

[QUOTE=Deep Throat]Jesus Evil, you DA MAN! 5 girls in your room?

Real reason for this post was that I'm staying in the PBR's Presidential Suite for a couple of weeks in February. Is it worth the extra dough? What was your experience like?

And whilst on the subject, where did you get your five friends and what was the charge?

I've considered a twosome but never a fivesome. Is that even a word?

deepthroat in Seattle[/QUOTE]


Deep Throat,

stayed here a couple of months ago, Deluxe room was excellent. Massive for the money. Had to change for last 2 night to 1 bedroom suite. Loved it. Tried to book suite again for October but all gone. I can only get a deluxe for 10 days then the Presidential suite for 2 nights so I'll post a review for you when I see it.

Had 2 girls several times and reception never batted an eye or asked for joiner fee. In fact they always joked and pointed at me and mimed a butterfly behind my new best friend's back :-)

Great hotel btw. Better than Mercure IMO which is right next door and only a hundred metres to the mall complex with cinema, bowling alley, restaurants and pubs etc. Only 5 minutes to Soi Buakhao/Soi Metro area. They run a free tuk tuk to there or 2nd Road but unlike Mercure they dont hang around to bring people back.

Pics on their website are spot on.

Cheers
Johnthescot

[QUOTE=Deep Throat]Jesus Evil, you DA MAN! 5 girls in your room?

Real reason for this post was that I'm staying in the PBR's Presidential Suite for a couple of weeks in February. Is it worth the extra dough? What was your experience like? [/QUOTE]

The only difference I could see between the Presidential Suite and the category of suites one notch under (forget the name) is that the Presidential Suite included a desktop computer and fax machine. Otherwise, the suites were identical in size, furnishing, etc. The Presidential cost 500 baht more per day than the other suite when I stayed there, so it wouldn't be worth it unless you need a computer and fax.


[QUOTE=Deep Throat]
And whilst on the subject, where did you get your five friends and what was the charge?

I've considered a twosome but never a fivesome. Is that even a word?

deepthroat in Seattle[/QUOTE]

They were all from the FLB Bar on Walking Street. The barfine is 400 baht and the ladies will want 1,000 to 1,500 baht for services, depending on what they do and how many days they stay with you.

Evil

My first night was 14Th Aug in Pattaya. I was staying at the;

Anna Jet Guest house Would I return NO!

Location. Soi7. 30yds down from Second Road on left hand side opposite Go Go bar. As I like to stay on Soi 7 or 8. This is a very basic Guest House, and does not look appealing. My instinct was to get the hell out of there, the curtains needed washing and the walls were due for a repaint several yrs back! The air con unit was noisy and the bathroom, I would describe as tatty at best! Only good points were location, GF, Wi-Fi & safe in all rooms! (Price was 450 thb per night) I always planed on moving out, but I could never get out of bed before check out time!

Anna Jets Bar is well Stocked with ladies, When I was checking in I saw several ladies that went on my "to do list. " In the past I have had several problems with bar fining different girls from the same bar, even some five days later. So this time I had a cunning plan!

I called over two girls that I liked, and told them that I want to bar fine them both, one today and one tomorrow, and let them decide. It worked a treat, so well in-fact, that I also BF another 3 girls during my time in Pattaya. Although I had 5 girls in total at Anna Jets, I never drank there, it was always very hot in there and they never (soap box out) enforced the smoking ban. I had a strict policy of only giving my business to non-smoking establishments. BF excluded (soap box away).

When I did eventually move out of Anna Jets I went to;

Dynasty Hotel 4 star Would I return NO!

Location. 100yds down Soi 13 from Second Rd on left hand side. This is a lot nicer hotel with safe, AC, GF & wi-fi of course. Special Offer 1000 per night min stay 3 nights. Only problem with this hotel is Location. It’s quite a hike to walking street but if you catch a Bart bus you sit in traffic all the time. Plus I don’t really like the numbers hotel. Where the guest, is just another number! I much prefer the family run hotel feel, like the Pig & Whistle. So After 3 night in Dynasty Hotel I moved to;



"Bella Vista Hotel" Would I return NO!

Location Next to Pig & Whistle on the horizontal road between soi7 & 8. When I looked at Room I found a Wi-Fi signal that was unlocked, so I thought I would try it for one night (750thb incl breakfast) could not get connected up so moved out next day to; (AC, GF, No safe, No Wi-Fi, good location)

Bar Drie Angel Would I return YES!

This is the family run type guest house, or in this case single Dutch guy run Guest house.

Rooms are large with your own private little lounge. Wi-fi, safe, AC, good location & GF.

650thb per night. I stayed here for two days, It would have been longer but his wi-fi was playing up, so out of shear fustratiuon I went to;

Pig & Whistle Would I return YES!

I finally managed to connect up to there Wi-fi. I had to change some setting and it went straight in. Room 7 was empty and that room was directly above the router so I checked it out and moved in. Wi-fi, Safe, AC, good location, GF, Good Restaurant, lift & a clean & tidy, well run hotel. 750thb per night.

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[QUOTE=Johnthescot]Bkktg,

I have stayed here 4 times, the last of which was in April/May this year and it is definitely GF. No joiner fee ever but then I always book a double (same price). They do always make the girl give her ID over to reception though.

To be honest, I liked it first time but after staying in a couple of other hotels I dont really think it's very good value for what the room is. Just an opinion. It's nice enough though.

Johnthescot[/QUOTE]Thanks for your reply!

Indeed it doesn't look like much of a deal anymore at THB 2500. But quality, friendly hotels are rather rare in Pattaya it seems.

However, for this trip I got a great rate at the Marriott so I'll stay there. Their standard rates are really getting out of hand also...

I have two hotels in my list I need your comment please I like the hotel to be very close to action budge for 2200bt Iwill be thier for 10 days.

Secrets Hotel

Galaxy Suites Pattaya

Just arrived back in the USA after 15 days at the Nova Platinum. I decided on this hotel after a lot of research, and after spending 2 weeks at the Siam Bayview on my last trip. What a GREAT little hotel. The whole hotel is ultra modern, and the rooms are just super bright and clean. I loved the location because it was just an enjoyable 10 minute walk from Walking Street, yet I could actually sleep at night because it was just far enough away from the super loud bands that play all night. The hotel is guest friendly, and the staff seemed genuinely interested in making certain that my stay was perfect. They even have a tour desk and currency exchange on site. Did I mention that each room has a new Samsung 32" flatscreen and DVD player?

The hotel has one of the nicest pool areas that I've ever seen. It includes a sand beach, a water slide and jacuzzi, and a bar and restaurant built into the middle of the pool. You can sit on the underwater stools to stay cool and have a refreshing cocktail at the same time.

Each room has a safe big enough for a laptop and the whole hotel offers free wifi. The baht buses stop right in front, so anyplace in Pattaya is a quick 10 baht (30 cents) ride away.

They have two different pricing plans. Although the rooms are exactly the same; if you go for the deluxe room it includes their breakfast buffet, but I opted for the superior room because the breakfast buffet closes down at 10: 30 AM, and whay pay for a breakfast that I'd usually sleep through? Much better option is to order room service or walk over to Baywatch restaurant on the beach and watch all of the action.

In short, a great little adult 4 star hotel with very reasonable pricing.

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Any of you guys stay in Cosy Beach Hotel recently? Is it GF and how far from walking street, walking?

Thanks a lot
JohntheScot

Anyone know any good hotels near the action that has nice mini suites or studios, or room big rooms like superior at Metropole or Pattaya Bay Resort. I prefer a nice big room but a lot seems to be booked up and I arrive on 1st Nov.

Thanks Guys
Johnthescot

[QUOTE=Classic Cars]I have two hotels in my list I need your comment please I like the hotel to be very close to action budge for 2200bt Iwill be thier for 10 days.

Secrets Hotel

Galaxy Suites Pattaya[/QUOTE]

Could not recommend this "hotel" to anybody.
I might be picky but:
1. They do not take credit cards (not mentioned on the website), room has to be paid in cash
2. They demand a 500B deposit on check-in (not mentioned on the website) - they brand it as a boutique hotel but acts like a back packers hostel.
3. You pay upfront when you check in and this is non-refundable so if you decide to leave early, as I did, you forfeit what you have paid.
4. The rooms are small in my opinion - some clever photography used in the website photos. The bathroom in my room was a very small wet room. There was very little room to take a shower without standing with legs astride the toilet.
5. It is noisy both from inside the hotel and outside. Outside noise is expected and accepted due to its location but the noise inside from other rooms was not - other guests voices, TVs, girls from Heavens Above in the corridor. Very low internal sound insulation.

Apart from the above, the room was clean and if you really do want to be at the centre of the night life then the location could not be better.

[QUOTE=Johnthescot]Any of you guys stay in Cosy Beach Hotel recently? Is it GF and how far from walking street, walking?

Thanks a lot

JohntheScot[/QUOTE]I stayed there 2 years ago, might be old info. There IS a joiner fee (600 I think, but don't quote me on that) and its right on a sign in the room. It's more of a family type of place. I wouldn't recommend it, its quite far from walking street. It's in a hilly/resort area were theres kinda only one way out. The baht buses out there have a monopoly, they will refuse to take you out of the hotel area for less than 100baht, they will ask for 150baht. Far cry from baht bus fares.

For what you want, I would pass. I was with a s/o so it was fine for me. Pool, Beach, etc.

I am told that the high season now is not much of a high season as there are
fewer arrivals this year because of the global financial crisis.So room rates may not go up say 50% this time and more rooms are available.Is it true?
This year Paradise Hotel tells me high season started October 15 and will be like that forever....I thought high season starts November first.
Any seasoned traveller here care to comment?

[QUOTE=Member #3173]I am told that the high season now is not much of a high season as there are fewer arrivals this year because of the global financial crisis.So room rates may not go up say 50% this time and more rooms are available.Is it true?
This year Paradise Hotel tells me high season started October 15 and will be like that forever....I thought high season starts November first.

Any seasoned traveller here care to comment?[/QUOTE]High season rates are not applied everywhere at the same time. Each hotel has its own policy and determines when the high season starts and ends for them. You can check various hotel rates on several websites and the high season periods should be clearly indicated in most cases.

[QUOTE=TallDarkAZN]I stayed there 2 years ago, might be old info. There IS a joiner fee (600 I think, but don't quote me on that) and its right on a sign in the room. It's more of a family type of place. I wouldn't recommend it, its quite far from walking street. It's in a hilly/resort area were theres kinda only one way out. The baht buses out there have a monopoly, they will refuse to take you out of the hotel area for less than 100baht, they will ask for 150baht. Far cry from baht bus fares.

For what you want, I would pass. I was with a s/o so it was fine for me. Pool, Beach, etc.[/QUOTE]TallDarkAZN,

Thanks for the inof. Glad i didn't book it. I've just eventually today managed to get a nice big Superior room (basically a big studio) in LK Metropole due to a cancellation. Great hotel.

Got 5 girls lined up already. 4 days to go!! (not that I'm counting) :-)

Cheers,

JohntheScot

Do they still have very limited amount of TV channels? I don't go to thailand for the TV but coming from america I like to keep up with what's going on , especially business stuff . Last time I stayed there they only had about 12 channels.

I heard there's alot of construction, are there rooms to avoid it?

Does anybody have any experience with this place? It is a little bit off track, but otherwise looks too good to be true.

18 sqm room with TV, aircon, fridge, bath/shower, toilet, Wifi (he doesn't mention it on his website) from 390 Baht, girl friendly.
400m from Carrefour (between 3 third road and Sukhumvit).

Unfortunately his website is all in German. [url]http://www.radi-mansion.com[/url]
He has about 150 rooms all between 18 and 70 sqm (between 390 and 900 Baht).

To me the major (and only) setback on the first view is that one needs a motorbike (Which is to be had for 150 Baht per day) or a taxi for getting back. (Walking from Beach Road would be around 20 minues I guess).

[QUOTE=Tiger 888]Does anybody have any experience with this place? It is a little bit off track, but otherwise looks too good to be true.

18 sqm room with TV, aircon, fridge, bath/shower, toilet, Wifi (he doesn't mention it on his website) from 390 Baht, girl friendly.
400m from Carrefour (between 3 third road and Sukhumvit).

Unfortunately his website is all in German. [url]http://www.radi-mansion.com[/url]
He has about 150 rooms all between 18 and 70 sqm (between 390 and 900 Baht).

To me the major (and only) setback on the first view is that one needs a motorbike (Which is to be had for 150 Baht per day) or a taxi for getting back. (Walking from Beach Road would be around 20 minues I guess).[/QUOTE]


What do you want to know from the site? (I'll translate for you)

He seems to have a good plate of monger food;
[url]http://www.radi-mansion.com/images/Gericht1.jpg[/url]

[email]info@radi-mansion.com[/email]

Or, email them.....if they write back in some form of German PM me and I'll translate for you.....however, if they can only communicate in German (I doubt it)...you are going to have a hell of a time staying there. I think the web is in German because that is his clientele.

"Dynasty Hotel 4 star Would I return NO!

It’s quite a hike to walking street but if you catch a Bart bus you sit in traffic all the time. "
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A hike from Soi 13 to Walking Street? You must be kidding.

[QUOTE=Bad Dog #3]"Dynasty Hotel 4 star Would I return NO!

It’s quite a hike to walking street but if you catch a Bart bus you sit in traffic all the time. "
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[b]A hike from Soi 13 to Walking Street? You must be kidding.[/b][/QUOTE]
Meaning exactly what?
How far is it?

Less than one block to the beach and another 6 blocks to the beginning of
Walking Street.

[QUOTE=Berny X]Do they still have very limited amount of TV channels? I don't go to thailand for the TV but coming from america I like to keep up with what's going on , especially business stuff . Last time I stayed there they only had about 12 channels.[/QUOTE]All the hotels I stayed at have Sophon Cable, and I think FOX News was it for news. The TVs go to 99 channels, but I believe most repeat a couple of times and there's only 30 something available.

[QUOTE=Bad Dog #3]...A hike from Soi 13 to Walking Street? You must be kidding.[/QUOTE]

Soi 13 is very close to walking street -- a walk of less than 5 minutes.

[QUOTE=Daddy07]Soi 13 is very close to walking street -- a walk of less than 5 minutes.[/QUOTE]

Not only that, it is also a good opportunity to check the talents on the beach road. Also, it's not too far to Soi 7/8. Soi 13/1 (Soi Post Office?) and 13/2 are very close. From location Dynasty Inn is very good.
But, I stay now in Nova Platinum, which is a bit more expensive, but much more convinient. W-Lan which you have in Dynasty Inn only in the second floor and very nice rooms with a very comfortable bed.

DG69:
Nova Platinum looks nice, but seems an awfull long way from the action.
How far/long is it to walk to say, soi6?
How frequent are the bus connections?
What is the rack rate right now, incl. taxes, breakfast(?)
Thanks for your input

While I'm in Pattaya, I usually stay at the Welcome Plaza Hotel.

[url]http://www.welcome.co.th/wplaza.htm[/url]

Great location (very near the Royal Garden and a few minutes walk from Beach Road, Walking Street, etc.), nice swimming pool, excellent value for the money. The rooms are large and bright. The bathrooms are not too great, but correct. I don't like their breakfast buffet and I notify that I won't take the breakfast at this hotel when I make my reservations with them (they will apply a 50 baht discount on their room rates then if I am not mistaken).

IMPORTANT: Book your room with them (use the e-mail address mentioned on their website) or they may try to charge you a joiner fee when you come back with a guest at this hotel after the night has fallen (they don't check during the daytime).

[QUOTE=Daddy San]DG69:
Nova Platinum looks nice, but seems an awfull long way from the action.
How far/long is it to walk to say, soi6?
How frequent are the bus connections?
What is the rack rate right now, incl. taxes, breakfast(?)
Thanks for your input[/QUOTE]

It might be a 30 minute walk from NP to Soi 6. The location is not so good since NP is on the southern end of the long Pattaya line starting from Soi Naklua in the North to Pattaya hills in the south.
There are enough Bhat Busses, but it can need some time since there are several traffic lights (corner south Pattaya Road and Central Pattaya Road) also there is a big construction site (New Shopping Mall) neer Soi 9 which might cause delay.
Best rates you get on the amari website. I got it for 1900 Bhat per day average. During the week it's lower than at the Weekends. No, Breakfast included. If you want breakfast than it will be more expensive of course. Not worth the extra money, at least for me, since I like to have a late breakfast. I also, didn't manage to use the nice pool, since during daytime the weather wasn't good, alot of rain and I slept always long.

I am going to be in Pattaya in mid Dec on my third trip, and was wondering if ant members can help me with choosing an alternative hotel to the one I have stayed in before

On my first trip, I stayed at Tims Boutique Hotel on Soi 12 for 14 nights and on my second trip I stayed at the Whitehouse on Soi 13. I found that Tims Boutique was quite an expensive place to stay compared to The White House (almost 50%!). Whilst at the White House, I noticed Dynasty Grande next door which also looked good, but I have no idea if it is a better quality hotel compared to The White House.

I have also heard that Sabia Lodge / Resort is also a good place to stay, but once again compared to the above hotels I have no idea what to expect.

Any help in deciding will be truly appreciated

Max

Anyone stay here recently? Sorry, too lazy to use search function right now. Already made my reservation. Made it directly with hotel. Paying only slightly over what Asiatravel shows on their website.

Does anyone know about this hotel, its looks really nice, very close to walking street (is it on it?). Are the Guest Friendly?

Thanks in advance guys

Andy

I stay there last month & it is nice value hotel; especially, when they offer the 7/6 deal.

Sabai Lodge is a nice hotel on Soi 2. Nice pools for the afternoon. Girl friendly, balcany, good average room. The only problem is a little far from Walking Street.

[QUOTE=Andy1974]Does anyone know about this hotel, its looks really nice, very close to walking street (is it on it?). Are the Guest Friendly?

Thanks in advance guys

Andy[/QUOTE]I stayed there last month, and it's really a posh hotel. It's at the quiet end of walking street, and it seems to be a bit out of place so close to all of the craziness. But it's like an oasis. Quiet, peaceful, and tranquil. The only drawbacks are that it's really a family friendly hotel with lots of kids running around (at least there were when I was there), they definitely charge a large joiner fee (I think it was 1000 baht or US $30), and the pool is actually across the street on the beach side of the street (which means that there is absolutely no privacy beccause you have to cross walking street in your bathing suit, and everyone walking up and down the street can see right into the pool area.

This hotel actually features a large conference center and caters to the corporate crowd. I really felt a little out of place there. Didn't see anyone else who appeared to be a monger.

In summary. I think it's a great hotel for someone who will confine their activities to massage parlors or soapies or short term rentals. Not the greatest place to bring a guest.

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For those of you that have stayed at the Mercure.

Can you take a short cut to Second street by walking through the mall?

[QUOTE=MadMax1]I am going to be in Pattaya in mid Dec on my third trip, and was wondering if ant members can help me with choosing an alternative hotel to the one I have stayed in before

On my first trip, I stayed at Tims Boutique Hotel on Soi 12 for 14 nights and on my second trip I stayed at the Whitehouse on Soi 13. I found that Tims Boutique was quite an expensive place to stay compared to The White House (almost 50%!). Whilst at the White House, I noticed Dynasty Grande next door which also looked good, but I have no idea if it is a better quality hotel compared to The White House.

I have also heard that Sabia Lodge / Resort is also a good place to stay, but once again compared to the above hotels I have no idea what to expect.

Any help in deciding will be truly appreciated

Max[/QUOTE]Hi MadMax1,

I know you were asking for advice for other hotels - but can you advise me about the Whitehouse. How was it?

Thanks in advance.

I usually stayed at the LK Renaissance and can recommend it.

Has anybody some info about this hotel.

I think its on second road.

[QUOTE=Mauritz 63]Has anybody some info about this hotel.

I think its on second road.[/QUOTE]
It was demolished a while back to make way for the new shopping plaza.

[QUOTE=MadMax1]I am going to be in Pattaya in mid Dec on my third trip, and was wondering if ant members can help me with choosing an alternative hotel to the one I have stayed in before

On my first trip, I stayed at Tims Boutique Hotel on Soi 12 for 14 nights and on my second trip I stayed at the Whitehouse on Soi 13. I found that Tims Boutique was quite an expensive place to stay compared to The White House (almost 50%!). Whilst at the White House, I noticed Dynasty Grande next door which also looked good, but I have no idea if it is a better quality hotel compared to The White House.

I have also heard that Sabia Lodge / Resort is also a good place to stay, but once again compared to the above hotels I have no idea what to expect.

Any help in deciding will be truly appreciated

Max[/QUOTE]

I checked the first days when I were this time in Pattaya some of the hotels you mentioned. White House is not better than Dynasty Inn (not Grande). Only drawback in boths no wireless lan. Well, in Dynasty Inn second floor you can have it. Dynasty made a better impression on my than Whitehouse and LK Hotel. Tims Boutique Hotel is expensive and they charge 350 Baht per day for W-Lan, extra.
Sabai Lodge, is different than the Hotels above. Sabai has bungaloos around pools and is a resort. Nice to spend some time with long term gf. If you like nice pools and hang around with your girl also on daytime than Sabai Lodge is right. It's not far to the action in Soi 6, Soi 3 and Soi 2. Also, just beside Big C and the massage parlours. For guys who are more interested in Short times, Dynasty Inn, LG or White House is Ok. Also, those Eastany Hotels in Soi 7 and 8 are great. I would say even better than Dynasty.
Prices for Dynasty is about 1400 Baht and Eastany same range. Sabai depend on season, but expect 1500 - 2200 Baht, depend what kind of bungaloo you take.

[QUOTE=Renejen]Hi MadMax1,

I know you were asking for advice for other hotels - but can you advise me about the Whitehouse. How was it?

Thanks in advance.

I usually stayed at the LK Renaissance and can recommend it.[/QUOTE]I stayed there for 5 nights in July'08.

The rooms were very spacious but basic. I had a room overlooking the car park next door

The rooms are air conditioned, the bathrooms are good and the rooms had a safe to keep your belongings.

The restaurant was adequate, and the staff were great. Also very guest friendly with no joiner fees, unless you have more than one guest at a time: P

The only thing that put me off from this place was that its not a lively place (but then maybe I was there in the low season). But overall a great hotel

Would I recommend the place. YES!

Just not sure if I would return

Max

[QUOTE=MadMax1]Thanks DG69 for your input.

Any thoughts on the following hotels

[url]http://www.arecalodge.com/index.htm[/url]

[url]http://www.sandyspringhotel.com[/url]

Do you have a web link for Eastany Hotels on Soi 7 & 8 ?

Max[/QUOTE]Hi,

[url]www.eastinypattaya.com[/url]

Does anyone know whether they are girl friendly?

Very noisy, or quiet?

Rgds,

Mike

[QUOTE=Michi]Hi,
[url]www.eastinypattaya.com[/url]

anyone knows whether they are girl friendly?
Very noisy, or quiet?
Rgds,
Mike[/QUOTE]

They are girl friendly, about noise I can't say. I haven't slept there, just inspected the rooms and ask the bell boy if girls are a problem. It's a typical monger Hotel so no problem in that regard.

If you stay in a higher floor than noise will not more a problem.

The Eastiny chain is all good hotels. Clean and friendly. They used to have a sign at the original Eastiny on soi 8 that said, "Please only 2 girls, 3 are too much trouble". I think they still charge you an extra fee if you go over 2.

I stayed at the Eastiny on soi 8 and it is a bit noisy at nght when the beer bars on soi 7 and 8 get rolling. If you like to pick girls from beer bars, you don't want to pick one from the street you live on. You will have to pass her every night.

I stayed at the Eastiny residence on soi 10 last month. It is very quiet. It has internet in several rooms, so ask if you need it. The pools in both places are good and in the residence the zhou (rice porrige) at breakfast is excellent!
I highly recommend them. Oh, and the price is good.

[url]http://www.eastinypattaya.com/eastinyinn/index.html[/url]

[QUOTE=Gaolei]The Eastiny chain is all good hotels. Clean and friendly. They used to have a sign at the original Eastiny on soi 8 that said, "Please only 2 girls, 3 are too much trouble". I think they still charge you an extra fee if you go over 2.
[url]http://www.eastinypattaya.com/eastinyinn/index.html[/url][/QUOTE]I stayed at Eastiny Place on Soi 8 in April and they charged me the extra fee for the second girl.

[QUOTE=Gaolei] If you like to pick girls from beer bars, you don't want to pick one from the street you live on. You will have to pass her every night.
[url]http://www.eastinypattaya.com/eastinyinn/index.html[/url][/QUOTE]Definitely a rule I try to stick. Luckily this hotel is just far enough away from the majority of the beer bars on Soi 8.

Based partly on reports in this forum I decided to stay at the Queen Victoria on soi 6 for a trip I am planning for Feb. When I inquired about a reservation I was told that I have to pay for 4 nights stay to book the room and then pay the rest when I check in.

Is this normal for Pattaya? I don't mind paying for one day to hold the room but this seems excessive.

[QUOTE=JPF]Is this normal for Pattaya? I don't mind paying for one day to hold the room but this seems excessive.[/QUOTE]NOT normal. The standard deal is no more than one night payment charged to your credit card if you don't show. Given that occupancy rates are hitting all-time lows right now, anything more than that is downright ridiculous.

Picked a girl called Yo from the Irish bar on Walking Street. Bar fine was 300 baht. Went directly across the road to one of the short time hotels. Was very suprised to find how big the bed was and also the facilities. Big flat screen TV on the wall. The room was actually better than my own hotel and only cost 1000baht a night. This place is directly across the road from the Irish bar on Walking Street.

Girl was from Isan and had only working in the bar 2 weeks another girl told me. Not much English at all. Very unsure of herself in the sack, had to be directed to do everything. Good shag though and nice GFE. No english at all made it difficult.

[QUOTE=JPF]Based partly on reports in this forum I decided to stay at the Queen Victoria on soi 6 for a trip I am planning for Feb. When I inquired about a reservation I was told that I have to pay for 4 nights stay to book the room and then pay the rest when I check in.

Is this normal for Pattaya? I don't mind paying for one day to hold the room but this seems excessive.[/QUOTE]I don't know whether or not it is the usual policy at the Queen Victoria hotel, but it is the normal practice at another hotel that I know in Pattaya (Welcome Plaza Hotel).

There, you don't need to give them any credit card information nor pay anything when you book your room (if you contact them directly and not via a hotel reservation agency or website) but if you want to pay in cash, you have to pay upfront 3 nights in advance if you intend to stay there that long (or more) and a deposit amounting 500 baht (for the minibar and phone calls I suppose). But if you want or have to leave earlier, they will reimburse the overpayment.

I jut changed my flight so I can fly into Phuket(and get out!) instead of BKK. What is the best way to get from Phuket to Pattaya if I didnt want to fly? How much would a taxi be? Thanks.

Guys,

spent 2 weeks in Pasadena on Soi Diana. Great location - only 10 minutes from WS. 1200B for good Superior Room. Would definitely recommend. Free wifi. Some really great bars nearby and a great gogo round the corner (see my post on Pattaya thread).

Johnthescot

[QUOTE=Showdown]I jut changed my flight so I can fly into Phuket(and get out!) instead of BKK. What is the best way to get from Phuket to Pattaya if I didnt want to fly? How much would a taxi be? Thanks.[/QUOTE]

It's probably going to be somewhere between 10K Baht or more, if you could find a taxi to take you. I'd recommend taking a train into Bangkok, and then taking a cab for 1500-1800 baht into Pattaya. The trip would probably take close to 12 hours non-stop by cab.

Looking for a hotel under $150 USD. Needs to be GF friendly and with a pool. I liked the Hard Rock last year(first trip) but the cost seemed excessive for what you got.
Something on Beach road a plus. Relatively quiet. I don't have to be next to Walking Street either.

[QUOTE=Gopackgo]Looking for a hotel under $150 USD. Needs to be GF friendly and with a pool. I liked the Hard Rock last year(first trip) but the cost seemed excessive for what you got.

Something on Beach road a plus. Relatively quiet. I don't have to be next to Walking Street either.[/QUOTE]I've stayed at both the Siam Bayview and Siam Bayshore, and they're both really good 4 star hotels for under $100 USD. The Bayshore is actually at the end of walking street, but it's a quiet luxurious oasis. The Bayview is located in the middle of Pattaya Beach, close to Soi 8, but I found it to be noisy because of its proximity to 2nd road. Another hotel that should fit your needs is the Marriott, which is adjacent to the Royal Garden Plaza, which is close to everything.

You can't go wrong at any of these 3 fine hotels.

[QUOTE=Showdown]I jut changed my flight so I can fly into Phuket(and get out!) instead of BKK. What is the best way to get from Phuket to Pattaya if I didnt want to fly? How much would a taxi be? Thanks.[/QUOTE]Showdown,

Are you crazy it take about 13 hr by car just fly back to bkk ,taxi will cost almost as much time is money .

Fast eddie 48

There is a very nice and stylish Amari Hotel at corner beach road and south pattaya road. Next to the Mandalay Restaurant.

[QUOTE=David 2]I've stayed at both the Siam Bayview and Siam Bayshore, and they're both really good 4 star hotels for under $100 USD. The Bayshore is actually at the end of walking street, but it's a quiet luxurious oasis. The Bayview is located in the middle of Pattaya Beach, close to Soi 8, but I found it to be noisy because of its proximity to 2nd road. Another hotel that should fit your needs is the Marriott, which is adjacent to the Royal Garden Plaza, which is close to everything.

You can't go wrong at any of these 3 fine hotels.[/QUOTE]My research indicates that both Siam Bayshore and Bayview have a joiner fee (500-1000 Baht to bring a girl back.) If that's true and you plan to do some heavy mongering, you should add that to the cost of your room.

I hear the Marriott is okay with the guests (not sure about > 1 girl.)

oops! All hotels are taken from secrets to sunshine to 3sum during X'mas time.

Does someone know 1000 THB range guest friendly hotel around walking street. I say guest friendly 'cos most of the seasoned mongers have mostly booked the hotels already and what left wuld be joiner fee no guest type hotels..

Talk about economic meltdown and tourist going away from patts..its all full during X'mas :)

Thanks

I would suggest they just haven't received their cancellations yet and that there won't be a problem over Christmas. If there is I am in trouble also as I could only get one till Dec 29 a few of weeks ago, haven't tried since.

I am told Pattaya is basically dead now.

Cactus J

[QUOTE=Born Loser 5]oops! All hotels are taken from secrets to sunshine to 3sum during X'mas time.

Does someone know 1000 THB range guest friendly hotel around walking street. I say guest friendly 'cos most of the seasoned mongers have mostly booked the hotels already and what left wuld be joiner fee no guest type hotels..

Talk about economic meltdown and tourist going away from patts..its all full during X'mas :)

Thanks[/QUOTE]


Perhaps you should look further away than walking street

[url]www.pattayabayresort.com[/url]
[url]www.flippergroup.com[/url]
[url]www.sabailodge.co.th[/url]


May be you should have not have left it so late

[QUOTE=ThaiLearner]Perhaps you should look further away than walking street

[url]www.pattayabayresort.com[/url]
[url]www.flippergroup.com[/url]
[url]www.sabailodge.co.th[/url]


May be you should have not have left it so late[/QUOTE]

Thank You i will check it out...im checking some hotels sites search engines also.

[QUOTE=Born Loser 5]Thank You i will check it out...im checking some hotels sites search engines also.[/QUOTE]


Also try
[url]www.asiatravel.com/lek/index.html[/url]
[url]www.sawasdee-hotels.com[/url]
[url]www.honeyinnpattaya.com[/url]


All again GF just becareful as not all hotels are GF

Also there are guest houses PM for details

Good find Max,

It looks like I'm going 2 be shut out from my usual Apex Hotel for the 1st 2 weeks of February (the duration of my Pattaya trip)

The place looks decent, the price is right for it looking like it is 1 step above the Apex & if it is GF. I'll book the place this weekend.

Soi Buakhao is not 2 far away from the action, just 1 quick street above 2nd road & a quick baht bus to the beach, bars & walking street if I remember correctly.

A guy that I "know" (well, never met him in the real life yet) from another board has listed a lot of hotels in Pattaya on his website: [url]http://www.pattayaone.com/[/url]

The design of this website is highly perfectible, but you guys might find it interesting despite of it.

I emailed them regarding a booking for the 1st 2 weeks in February & their reply back to me, I didn't get a sense that this place wasn't too friendly so many rules regarding booking a room (sending a passport photo & other info that I have NEVER been asked before while booking any hotel room in my life), breakfast excluded, 1st guest is free, but if want to bring in a 2nd woman later in the day/evening it will cost you 500B--I like having 2 ST or more per day.

The reply smelled like attitude so I'm going 2 pass on this place even though I do like the looks of it.

It might be a thai thing or lack of language/miscommunication as both this place & the Apex hotel have online booking manager that are not too friendly & have put me off from staying there.

For the 1st time in now my 5 trips to Thailand/Pattaya in the past 26 months, I will be going 2 Pattaya blind/no rooms reserved.

I will probably stay somewhere very cheap my 1st night & go hotel hopping during the 1st day & see what kind of deals I can find.

I'm sure another political crisis in the next few weeks will kill off any so called high season they may have left, if it hasnt ruined them for 2009 already.

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Hi,

Is the Hard Rock Hotel guest friendly?
Is it suitable for mongers, or is it more of a family hotel?

Junior

[QUOTE=Member #3200]I emailed them regarding a booking for the 1st 2 weeks in February & their reply back to me, I didn't get a sense that this place wasn't too friendly so many rules regarding booking a room (sending a passport photo & other info that I have NEVER been asked before while booking any hotel room in my life), breakfast excluded, 1st guest is free, but if want to bring in a 2nd woman later in the day/evening it will cost you 500B--I like having 2 ST or more per day.

The reply smelled like attitude so I'm going 2 pass on this place even though I do like the looks of it.

It might be a thai thing or lack of language/miscommunication as both this place & the Apex hotel have online booking manager that are not too friendly & have put me off from staying there.

For the 1st time in now my 5 trips to Thailand/Pattaya in the past 26 months, I will be going 2 Pattaya blind/no rooms reserved.

I will probably stay somewhere very cheap my 1st night & go hotel hopping during the 1st day & see what kind of deals I can find.

I'm sure another political crisis in the next few weeks will kill off any so called high season they may have left, if it hasnt ruined them for 2009 already.

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I would book your first night then look around .

The last thing on my mind is looking for a room when I could be enjoying myself

[QUOTE=Junior]Hi,

Is the Hard Rock Hotel guest friendly?
Is it suitable for mongers, or is it more of a family hotel?

Junior[/QUOTE]


It is not a mongers hotel

Stayed at the Sunview last February and was pleased with the prices and quality of rooms. Everything was new and the little patio was great for 2am wide awake time. On the down side, the staff is not very fluent and can have a bit of an attitude. Could be because of all the cameras at the front desk and everywhere else. It is owned by a thai family who live in the building and observe their staff continuously. The pool is tiny and out of the sun most of the day, it is quite a walk to go anywhere and walking along soi bukao is scary as it is very busy and narrow. The baht buses come infrequently and won't stop if you are walking on a curve or a bad stretch. All my friends were in the soi 7/8 area so I found myself riding on the back of taxi bikes a lot.

Word of advice, stay close to where you play even if you are spending a little more. Stayed at The Queen Vic for my initial three nights and for the money/location was a fabulous deal. To be in the middle of soi 6 is an experience. Had them meet me at the airport in their Toyota van. They were there waiting and the ride was smooth. Kinda pricey but at 12:30am you are not going to get a bus out. Back to Sunview. Stayed there 7 nights and when I checked in brought the girl I kept for several days with me at check in. Made the reentry process later no problem. Restaurants are a pretty far walk but there is one little local 24 hour place called Muy Secret Garden just up the road a piece on the right. Excellent food cooked to your order by a nice family. More later.

MM

considering staying at amari nova suites for my next trip to pattaya. last couple times stayed at dusit but amari looks like a better value. however it is important that i have good hi-speed internet connection for work. dusit internet access was very unreliable. anyone with any experience staying at the amari nova?

[QUOTE=Junior]Hi,

Is the Hard Rock Hotel guest friendly?

Is it suitable for mongers, or is it more of a family hotel?

Junior[/QUOTE]Junior,

Most 4 star hotels in Pattaya are not GF.

The last time I stayed there was 8 years ago.

Thejoiner fee was 500 bht.

The Hard rock is not a monger hotel, more like a family and tourist place .

Fast eddie 48

I am planning to be in Pattaya next month. Haven't booked any hotel yet but may choose one of the Eastiny hotels.

Can anyone recommend a seaview hotel in and around 1,200 baht price range near soi 13 or soi 8?

Also, I was wondering if anyone knows how to say 'I want you for longtime' in thai language? I prefer LTs and would be nice to say it in thai to one of the freelancers :)

[QUOTE=Ny Desiman]...Also, I was wondering if anyone knows how to say 'I want you for longtime' in thai language? I prefer LTs and would be nice to say it in thai to one of the freelancers :)[/QUOTE]

bai \tiow gup /pom naan \dai /mai -- Can you go out with me long time?

/pom tong garn khun naan -- I want you long time.

[QUOTE=Ny Desiman]I am planning to be in Pattaya next month. Haven't booked any hotel yet but may choose one of the Eastiny hotels.

Can anyone recommend a seaview hotel in and around 1,200 baht price range near soi 13 or soi 8?[/QUOTE]I have always enjoyed the Sunshine Hotel & Residences on Soi 8, off the Beach Road. The Residence tower is superlative to the hotel wing. Depending who you book with, prices presently are in the 1200 Baht range; after 20 April will drop to around 800 Baht/night. It is GF friendly, and the staff is great. From 2002-2006 I spent several months each year here in Thailand on business and spent most of the time in Pattaya; 2007-present I live in Bangkok and spend just about every other weekend in Pattaya. Obviously, since I am a regular customer, I get more perquisities than the average tourist. But I must say they provide great service to all. When I stay at a place I like, I tend to be loyal, hence my repeated staying there. And they do not blink an eye if you bring a "friend" for the night.

Thank you Daddy07.

I have also printed your 'Thai Language' pages and taking it with me.

The hotels around between Dong Tan beach and the big roundabout to Pattaya interest me as a change from staying long time either in Jomtien or Pattaya.Perhaps they are cheaper in that area.Do mongers have any idea of
the hotel and meal prices and do they have good go gos in this area?

We are Asians and are looking for rates for rooms around 400 to 600 baht in
March and July.Thanks for the help

M3173,

I doubt you will find anything in the range of 400-600 in the DongTan beach area. Can you get more specific to " big roundabout in Pattaya " are you talking about the roundabout at the top of 2nd Rd. and Beach Rd. near the Woodlands resort which is consider North Pattaya Naklua?

LBM

Hello,
Anyone know any apartment rentals for one month they would recomend?
I've come across Dolphin Apartments, La Fontaine resedence, Nong apartments, and View Talay apartments. Anyone familiar with these?
Thanks in advance!
Belmont

No, I am referring to some roundaboutwith underpass/overpass just 1 km from
Dongtan on the way to Pattaya if my memory is ok.Also I dont really like to
stay at the beach but in some hotel along the way to Pattaya just outside
Dongtan.Sorry to be a little hazy now after 6 months absence but let me get
to a map to be more specific.
Because I stayed too long in Pattaya South around Paradise Inn for 14 to 17
days at a stretch I broke the monotony by going to Sri Racha for the night
opposite City Hotel and also went to Sattahip but found these boring for
mongering.The food in Sri Racha was excellent though for those interested
Much obliged for your help

M3173,

Oh, the underpass you are referring to is located where 3rd and 2nd nearly meets. After the underpass you start you accent up the hill to Jomtien Beach and Dongtan beach,I believe this road is call Tharapaya ( mispelled of course ). I don't believe you will find many or any hotels or rooms in the price range you stated. Near the end of 2nd road there is a old hotel call Marina Inn or hotel that has a jaming after hours disco. Of course this was many years ago when I stayed in this dive. I think I only paid 350 baht.. Just behind the hotel is a Soi that leads right down to the middle of Walking St.. and prior to getting to Walking St... you have to go pass lots of outside bars... food stalls.There is also a small family hotel across the street (side) called I think Holiday? was 500 baht.. much better than the Marina... area not my bag.. but if you like noise go for it.. LBM

Thanks to Mr. Hawaii

Check out [url]www.jomtien-pattaya-real-estate.com[/url]

I stayed for 5 days at the Secrets Villa with a friend.

All in all, I enjoyed the villa. The interior design, furniture, bathrooms etc are all high quality, the garden is beautiful, the pool is great, beds are large and comfortable. There’s a maid staying next door who makes breakfast when and how you want it, washes your clothes and is generally a gem.

I was a bit confused about the rates that are now on the webpage (5000 b for the 2 room villa), and what was in my confirmation email of November (7000 b). A telephone call to the secrets manager cleared this up; Secrets had reduced the rate starting January 1st. I would have paid the initially confirmed rate, of course, but the manager gave me the new rate even without me asking directly. Very accommodating.

The Villa is 15 to 20 mins by taxi from Walking Street, and as it is in a walled in residential area, there really is nothing in its immediate surrounding where you would like to walk to. No quick coffee on the other side of the street. We took the 24h Secrets taxi service most of the time, which functions reasonably well, but you still have to plan ahead a bit.

The walls and trees do not shelter the garden / pool area completely, so you probably will not want to have your large scale orgies with 6 girls from the Hell Club outside in the garden hehe. However, to keep your LT over until late afternoon, play a game of pool (villa has billiard and table tennis) and have an overall good time… the Villa is a great option. Especially for 5000 b for 2 rooms.

Well it has been awhile but I am heading back to Thailand.

However because I am back studying and therefore on a budget, I am trying to figure out where to stay.

Like I loved the areca lodge last time I was there but seeing if I can find something similar to it at a cheaper price.

Anyone got any ideas?

Try Paradise Inn, where I stayed 10days in September.It is only 500 baht
with swimming pool and restaurant and best of all newly renovated by now.
Close to the market in South Pattaya

Hi Guys,

Looks like the new year high season fever is still on with the room rates at Pattaya hotels. Any idea if the room rates are going to be slashed.

I am looking at a Studio room with Kitchenette, with gym and pool at the hotel. Any leads as the names of the hotels and on pricing for March 2009 welcome.

Thanks,

Steve

Thanks Member!! I am looking into it as we speak

Anyone got any thoughts on Sunview Place?

Trying to look into Paradise inn, but see a website for it anywhere.

I am looking to pay up to 1000 baht..

Oh and another note, Areca Lodge is fully booked. *sigh* I was gonna try and strong arm them for a deal.

Just because I want to do the same... and how many did you bang!??? :p :p :p

And from which side of the yellow line????

I'm an anal enthusiast so...

IT

[QUOTE=Centaurus]I stayed for 5 days at the Secrets Villa with a friend.

All in all, I enjoyed the villa. The interior design, furniture, bathrooms etc are all high quality, the garden is beautiful, the pool is great, beds are large and comfortable. There’s a maid staying next door who makes breakfast when and how you want it, washes your clothes and is generally a gem.

I was a bit confused about the rates that are now on the webpage (5000 b for the 2 room villa), and what was in my confirmation email of November (7000 b). A telephone call to the secrets manager cleared this up; Secrets had reduced the rate starting January 1st. I would have paid the initially confirmed rate, of course, but the manager gave me the new rate even without me asking directly. Very accommodating.

The Villa is 15 to 20 mins by taxi from Walking Street, and as it is in a walled in residential area, there really is nothing in its immediate surrounding where you would like to walk to. No quick coffee on the other side of the street. We took the 24h Secrets taxi service most of the time, which functions reasonably well, but you still have to plan ahead a bit.

The walls and trees do not shelter the garden / pool area completely, so you probably will not want to have your large scale orgies with 6 girls from the Hell Club outside in the garden hehe. However, to keep your LT over until late afternoon, play a game of pool (villa has billiard and table tennis) and have an overall good time… the Villa is a great option. Especially for 5000 b for 2 rooms.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=It Travel]Just because I want to do the same... and how many did you bang!??? :p :p :p

And from which side of the yellow line????

I'm an anal enthusiast so...

IT[/QUOTE]
We wanted to set up a 3 girl / 2 guy thingy with Hells, but my friend got a flue, so we canceled one and I took two out. One anal, but that was just because I liked her (I'm not really into anal). Pick them up at 10 p.m., they stay until 6 a.m. at the minimum. 3000 b per.

[QUOTE=Hades]Well it has been awhile but I am heading back to Thailand.

However because I am back studying and therefore on a budget, I am trying to figure out where to stay.

Like I loved the areca lodge last time I was there but seeing if I can find something similar to it at a cheaper price.

Anyone got any ideas?[/QUOTE]

I always stay at The Flipper House on Soi 7. The only drawback is no in-room safe, but a good clean hotel for reasonable rates.

It looks pretty nice for the price and right in the middle of Walking Street, is it GF? Anyone stayed there recent?

I'm trying to plan a trip for end of Feb.

asking if a hotel right by walking street is GF is like asking if the POPE is CATHOLIC :)

Decided on Opey De Place. Im gonna stay there for a few days and if it rocks I will keep staying there.

Not a fan of the shower tho, looks tiny.

But here goes!!

[QUOTE=Centaurus]We wanted to set up a 3 girl / 2 guy thingy with Hells, but my friend got a flue, so we canceled one and I took two out. One anal, but that was just because I liked her (I'm not really into anal). Pick them up at 10 p.m., they stay until 6 a.m. at the minimum. 3000 b per.[/QUOTE]


Ando just some more what is the average food/drink price per day in the villa... On ground I'm just planning the same with a friend (as told), may be with 4/5 girls (and we are bot for anal!!!!).
Thanks

IT

[QUOTE=It Travel]Ando just some more what is the average food/drink price per day in the villa... On ground I'm just planning the same with a friend (as told), may be with 4/5 girls (and we are bot for anal!!!!).
Thanks

IT[/QUOTE]
Breakfast is included, I think for four. There's a reasonable selection of liquor, but we had brought our own. We ate out all the time. There are many restaurants that deliver, there's a booklet in the villa with the menues.

Is Pattaya still pack right now? Thinking about planning a last min trip with a mate of mine. Looking getting to Bangkok around the 28th to 30th, will it be difficult to book? Or should I be alright just to roll in without booking online first with the end of the high season and all.

Cheers!

[QUOTE=Centaurus]Breakfast is included, I think for four. There's a reasonable selection of liquor, but we had brought our own. We ate out all the time. There are many restaurants that deliver, there's a booklet in the villa with the menues.[/QUOTE]

We are thinking to stay there a week or so... and getting some girls from different clubs... will see...

IT

PS do not know if it's correct that I post this link.... but this is exactly what I want to see for a week in my Villa room... :p :p :p

[url]http://pattayaupload.com/page/00/1230871873.html[/url]

Anyone tried sunshine hotel or sunbeam hotel?

Sunbeam looks great in the pictures, nice rooms while sunshine looks a little outdated.

Also any experiences with Manita Boutique Hotel Pattaya. I am looking at heading in early next week for the first trip so any help is appreciated.

I am thinking of booking a double bed online, assuming there would be no joiner fee for Sunbeam.

Cheers!

[QUOTE=It Travel]PS do not know if it's correct that I post this link.... but this is exactly what I want to see for a week in my Villa room... :p :p :p

[url]http://pattayaupload.com/page/00/1230871873.html[/url][/QUOTE]I know it is not the appropriate post, but if the attached was your effort, where did you find those girls? Any hints appreciated.

[QUOTE=Striker34]I know it is not the appropriate post, but if the attached was your effort, where did you find those girls? Any hints appreciated.[/QUOTE]

It's just what I want to do when there... ;)

[QUOTE=Lucis]Anyone tried sunshine hotel or sunbeam hotel?

Sunbeam looks great in the pictures, nice rooms while sunshine looks a little outdated.

Cheers![/QUOTE]I have stayed in both. I liked the Sunshine Residences better (the new wing, the Sunshine hotel is the old wind). I think they upgraded the rooms since I stayed at Sunbeam in 2006. Last year I stayed at Eastiny Place. This year I will stay at Eastiny Plaza or Sunshine.

I am looking for a guest friendly hotel (no joiner fee) around South Pattaya (or North Pattaya), with a nice/clean swimming pool, between 1500-3000 bahts/night.

Thanks!

[QUOTE=Boswell]I am looking for a guest friendly hotel (no joiner fee) around South Pattaya (or North Pattaya), with a nice/clean swimming pool, between 1500-3000 bahts/night.[/QUOTE]Sunshine Resort, North Pattaya, right by the Dolphin Roundabout. Lots of restaurants and bars in the area. Good pool. Visitor fee is charged for overnight, but only 100 bahts; they take the girl's ID card. This is a good protection for you.

Baht bus past the door, to get to/from Beach Road and Walking Street etc.
I stayed there in June 2008 and it was fine.

[QUOTE=Boswell]I am looking for a guest friendly hotel (no joiner fee) around South Pattaya (or North Pattaya), with a nice/clean swimming pool, between 1500-3000 bahts/night.

Thanks![/QUOTE]I've stayed at the Nova Platinum in South Pattaya, and it's a small hotel with a beautiful pool. The rooms are super modern, and each one has a new 32" flat panel TV and DVD player. It's guest friendly, and it's right behind walking street. Greeat value. I think it's just under 1500 baht.

[url]http://www.amari.com/novaplatinum/?gclid=CKyLs5im1ZcCFQQCagodpGhwCw[/url]

[QUOTE=Boswell]I am looking for a guest friendly hotel (no joiner fee) around South Pattaya (or North Pattaya), with a nice/clean swimming pool, between 1500-3000 bahts/night.

Thanks![/QUOTE]You can check Areca Lodge 1300-1400bth/nights and no joiner fee

i'm in the process of planning a trip to Pattaya, and came across this list of Girl Friendly hotels to suit all budgets.

i'm sure the regulars here know all about these hotels, but hopefully it maybe a useful tool for the Pattaya newbies like me.

[url]http://www.1stoppattaya.com/hospitality/bachelor_hotels/[/url]

A usefull tool for newbies like me looking for a g/f hotel in Pattaya.

[url]http://www.1stoppattaya.com/hospitality/bachelor_hotels/[/url]

[QUOTE=Chachi420]A usefull tool for newbies like me looking for a g/f hotel in Pattaya.

[url]http://www.1stoppattaya.com/hospitality/bachelor_hotels/[/url][/QUOTE]Looks like a good website, however it says the siam bayshore doesnt have a joiner fee, when a search through this forum indicates it does, can anyone clarify this?

[QUOTE=Andy1974]Looks like a good website, however it says the siam bayshore doesnt have a joiner fee, when a search through this forum indicates it does, can anyone clarify this?[/QUOTE]I stayed there last year, and they DO have a joiner fee. If I remember correctly it was 1, 000 THB. It sure does keep the riff-raff out, and that's what it was intended to do.

IMHO, even though this is a beautiful, quiet, tranquil hotel at the end of walking street, it is not really a very good place for mongering. They discourage it in every way, since they have a lot of families and convention business. The pool is located across the street, and it's very inconvenient to cross walking street in your bathing suits. Lots of better hotels in the area that cater to the mongering crowd.

Ok, so I've read through pages and pages of reports, but still can't seem to find some consistent info on a good hotel. And by "good", I mean that meets our primary needs.

I am headed to Pattaya in March for a few days, alone, and want to be close to the fun. Short walk to beach by day, and short walk to street bars by night. Not looking for anything fancy, but do insist on minimizing the odds of finding cockroaches in my room (the little critters on the floor kind! ).

I see some varying info on this site for hotels, but am looking for someone that has been there recently, enjoyed his stay, and found not only the location to be great, but that the hotel be clearly girl-guest-friendly.

I apologize for asking the same damn question for the umpteenth time, but I just wasn't able to zero in on a hotel as yet.

Any good recommendations out there based on more recent experience?

Thanks guys.

Dear Fellow Mongers

I will be visiting Pattaya from 7th to 12th March with a mate from UK.

I am looking for An Apartment/Hotel Suite with 2 bedrooms closer to all the action.

Any suggestions - greatly appreciated.

[QUOTE=Flight Guy]Ok, so I've read through pages and pages of reports, but still can't seem to find some consistent info on a good hotel. And by "good", I mean that meets our primary needs.

I am headed to Pattaya in March for a few days, alone, and want to be close to the fun. Short walk to beach by day, and short walk to street bars by night. Not looking for anything fancy, but do insist on minimizing the odds of finding cockroaches in my room (the little critters on the floor kind! ).

I see some varying info on this site for hotels, but am looking for someone that has been there recently, enjoyed his stay, and found not only the location to be great, but that the hotel be clearly girl-guest-friendly.

I apologize for asking the same damn question for the umpteenth time, but I just wasn't able to zero in on a hotel as yet.

Any good recommendations out there based on more recent experience?

Thanks guys.[/QUOTE]

I always stay at the Flipper House on Soi 7 between Beach Rd and Second Rd. It's guest-friendly, they just need to surrender their ID card, beer bars all around, not far from the beach, not far from from the baht bus route, and a good clean hotel with a pool on the roof and room service.
[url]http://www.flippergroup.com[/url]

Based on recommendations in this forum I booked rooms in Galaxy (on Soi Diamond) but left after just one day.

The rooms were small and bare (no chair just a stool) but the worst thing was that the shower was on the wall opposite the toilet--there was no separate enclosure. Besides being cramped (with a sink also in the small room) the top of the toilet and the floor were wet the next morning after using the shower.

Also, I got a room on the "quiet" side of the hotel (opposite Soi Diamond) but I could feel the boom of the bass/music from the bar right below the hotel through the floor/bed/pillow. So if you go to bed before the bar closes it is difficult if you are a light sleeper like me.

To their credit, they gave us back our 500 baht deposit for the minibar even though they were disappointed that we left after reserving for 6 nights.

We moved to the Pattaya Bay resort. At 1400 baht/night it isn't that much more expensive than Galaxy, especially when you consider that breakfast is included (no breakfast at Galaxy). Bigger rooms, a pool, and away from the masses. The one negative is that it is on the other side of 2nd. so you have to walk about 5 minutes to reach bars and about 10-15 minutes to Walking Street. But they do have a shuttle if you don't want to walk.

Like the Galaxy it is girl friendly (no fee), has free internet, and safes in the rooms.

Try Eastiny on Soi 10 between Beach and 2nd is pretty good, too

Otherwise for "budget accommodations" try one of the "Sawasdee" chain - Soi honey inn between 2nd and Buakhao, Soi 10 to right off 2nd, Soi 10 between beach and 2nd (to the LEFT off 2nd), soi Honey Inn at Buakhao and Soi Diana between 2nd and Buakhao Some of these are more prone to 6 legged critters but friendly to 2 legged deer - copy ID at desk and go up. Word of warning, though only the one at Honey and Buakhao and the one on Diana have LIFTS. The others are "walk-up" (or is that "drag self up stairs with 2 legs and the arm pulling on the handrail whil huffing and puffing and panting in anticipation of relaxation"? :) ) The prices are not identical - less amenities, lower price

Big discounts at Accor for bookings through to 26th.

[url]http://www.accorhotels.com/gb/promo...l?xtor=EPR-5086[/url]

Does anyone know if the 3 in Pattaya are girl friendly (especially Ibis)?

Here is another useful site for finding girlfriendly hotels:

[url]http://www.wgfriendly.com/en_hotelsRecord.php?id=65&s_country=4&[/url]

I hope they add more though.

Anyone living in Pattaya or planning a long term stay, I have a 200sqm house, two floors, two bedrooms with new aircons (40sqm & 28sqm) 1 1/2 bath, 16sqm kitchen with electric stove top, 5sqm pantry, 12sqm separate dining room, living room and enclosed carport good for storage or office. Furnished, with 35" TV, CD stereo, refrigerator and washing machine. Swimming pool across the street. On app. 336sqm lot. Located in La Bella Casa, off Soi Bongkot, about midway up third road between Pattaya Tai and Pattaya Klang. Two minutes walk from X-zyte Disco and Tony's Gym.

20,000 Baht a month.

If interested, send me a PM for my phone number.

Khun Talung

Hello,

I will be visiting Pattaya On 23 of march and I'm searching for a good friendly hotelin front of the beaches. Is someone could give me information?

Thanks

[QUOTE=Khun Talung]Anyone living in Pattaya or planning a long term stay, I have a 200sqm house, two floors, two bedrooms with new aircons (40sqm & 28sqm) 1 1/2 bath, 16sqm kitchen with electric stove top, 5sqm pantry, 12sqm separate dining room, living room and enclosed carport good for storage or office. Furnished, with 35" TV, CD stereo, refrigerator and washing machine. Swimming pool across the street. On app. 336sqm lot. Located in La Bella Casa, off Soi Bongkot, about midway up third road between Pattaya Tai and Pattaya Klang. Two minutes walk from X-zyte Disco and Tony's Gym.

20,000 Baht a month.

If interested, send me a PM for my phone number.

Khun Talung[/QUOTE]


We might be interested in this, but a better fit for us would be:

* 4+ bedrooms
* 1-day rental ok
* has pool
* very close to walking street area (taxi ok, but not too far away would be best)
* obviously, a place where we can party and get wild all night without interference from neighbors, police, etc.

Does anyone know such a place, or can refer a website where I can investigate?

I promise to post reports after our trip/bash!

Thanks in advance,

-B-

[QUOTE=Striker34]Big discounts at Accor for bookings through to 26th.

[url]http://www.accorhotels.com/gb/promo...l?xtor=EPR-5086[/url]

Does anyone know if the 3 in Pattaya are girl friendly (especially Ibis)?[/QUOTE]The Mercure definitely is GF, stayed there before, decent rooms, actually a really nice hotel. would imagine the other 2 probably are as well but cannot confirm 100%.

Hi Guys (and Gals)

Could anybody please confirm if there are joiner fees at the following hotels:

Siam Bayview
Siam Bayshore
Dusit
Marriott
Amari Nova Suites
Tim Boutique Hotel
Mercure?

Thanks a lot guys:)

[QUOTE=Spider916]Hi Guys (and Gals)

Could anybody please confirm if there are joiner fees at the following hotels:

Siam Bayview
Siam Bayshore
Dusit
Marriott
Amari Nova Suites
Tim Boutique Hotel
Mercure?

Thanks a lot guys:)[/QUOTE]I stayed at both the Tim Boutique and Siam Bayshore last month... Tim Boutique does NOT have a joiner fee but is a bit of an older hotel. The lady does have to leave her ID at the front desk which is good for you for safety reasons. I did pay extra and got the room with a jacuzzi which was great.

Then I moved to the Siam Bayshore where both the rooms were very good and location was great but they charged a 1000 baht per guest joiner fee. One night I did 'sneak' two ladies in. By "sneak", we walked in casually and they were dressed like normal tourists so it was easy around 10pm. But then we went out to clubs and when we returned at 4am, the guard gave us problems and since I was tired and not willing to pay 2000 more baht, they went home. Both came back the next day and I met them in the front of the hotel and walked them in casually and no one said anything.

I plan to be back in Pattaya next week and will be staying at the Marriott (using my points that I collect due to travel for work) so I would be curious if Marriott has joiner fees?

J was in November 2008, Tim boutique hotel is free joiners.

Very friendly staff.

Have a Tim bar et Tim gogo, very good.

The swimming pool is too small.

[QUOTE=Member #3068] One night I did 'sneak' two ladies in. By "sneak", we walked in casually and they were dressed like normal tourists so it was easy around 10pm. But then we went out to clubs and when we returned at 4am, the guard gave us problems and since I was tired and not willing to pay 2000 more baht, they went home. Both came back the next day and I met them in the front of the hotel and walked them in casually and no one said anything.[/QUOTE]

I think a lot of hotels with joiners charge them after a certain time at night eg 8pm. Sounds like this maybe the case here.

[QUOTE=Member #3068]I plan to be back in Pattaya next week and will be staying at the Marriott (using my points that I collect due to travel for work) so I would be curious if Marriott has joiner fees?[/QUOTE]

When I stayed there about 1.5 years ago it did not. I would imagine some discretion is expected, even required, but shouldn't be a problem. There's also a side entrance (above the bar). I'd go with that if possible (but maybe just because I'm a whimp about the walk of shame factor).

Very nice hotel, btw. Rooms good, not A+, and bathroom small, but hotel and facilities overall are excellent. Great service too, of course.

Hi,

When I was in Pattaya a few months ago I stayed at Sandy Spring hotel and would recommend it.

Never paid a joiner fee - and I have visitors both during the day and at night and sometimes more than one.

Location is good as the road is quiet, but still within wlaking distance of the action.

I had a sea view suite which has a living room, bed room and two bathrooms.

The WIFI was not too good, but worked if I was in the right part of the room.

Room service food is pretty poor, but there are so many options around.


Junior

I will agree with you on this.
I have stayed there every time for the past 5 years since it was brand new.
The hotel have a very good location, very nice staff, very nice rooms(i prefer the deluxe sea view) and is totally GF.
I am so happy to stay there again next month.

Ken.




[QUOTE=Junior]Hi,

When I was in Pattaya a few months ago I stayed at Sandy Spring hotel and would recommend it.

Never paid a joiner fee - and I have visitors both during the day and at night and sometimes more than one.

Location is good as the road is quiet, but still within wlaking distance of the action.

I had a sea view suite which has a living room, bed room and two bathrooms.

The WIFI was not too good, but worked if I was in the right part of the room.

Room service food is pretty poor, but there are so many options around.


Junior[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Spider916]Hi Guys (and Gals)

Could anybody please confirm if there are joiner fees at the following hotels:

Siam Bayview
Siam Bayshore
Dusit
Marriott
Amari Nova Suites
Tim Boutique Hotel
Mercure?

Thanks a lot guys:)[/QUOTE]

No joiner at the Marriott when I stayed.
Hoser

Siam Bayview................... YES
Siam Bayshore.................. YES
Dusit...............................YES
Marriott............................NO
Amari Nova Suites..............YES
Tim Boutique Hotel.............NO IDEA
Mercure?..........................NO

[QUOTE=Junior]
When I was in Pattaya a few months ago I stayed at Sandy Spring hotel and would recommend it.

Never paid a joiner fee - and I have visitors both during the day and at night and sometimes more than one.

Location is good as the road is quiet, but still within wlaking distance of the action.

I had a sea view suite which has a living room, bed room and two bathrooms.

The WIFI was not too good, but worked if I was in the right part of the room.

Room service food is pretty poor, but there are so many options around.

Junior[/QUOTE]


Although I can fully see why so many people rave about Sandy Springs, my experience was somewhat less positive. I would still recommend it to some people, but I think there are other options out there which people should consider.

I've been out of the game for a couple of years now, but I'm back in it, and I thought what better way to get into my old ways than to visit the mecca of mongering: Pattaya!

I researched hotels to death, and the names that kept coming up were Sandy Springs, Flipper House, the LK joints, and some of the Eastiny places. So for my first ever trip to Pattaya, I made a bee line for Sandy Springs.

Positives:
1. excellent location (Soi 13, within walking distance of Soi 6 in one direction, and within walking distance of Walking Street in the other. Also at the sweet spot of Beach road for the SWs).
2. Quiet hotel. I had no problems with loud neighbors or noise from the hallway.
3. Completely GF. No hassles, a few sly looks from the ladies at the reception and bar, but nothing terrible.
4. Staff are excellent, very, very friendly and positive.

Negatives:
1. Wi-fi is not free, and ridiculously expensive (I can't remember exactly how much, but it's something like 50B per half hour).
2. I paid for a deluxe room (1600B), and I had very, very bad wi-fi connectivity, so I couldn't use the wi-fi even if I wanted to. I tried in all parts of the room, but no luck anywhere.
3. The rooms themselves are kind of old and run down. People talk about it being 'clean', which is technically true. But there was a musty smell in my room, and everything was just old and dingy.
4. No safebox in the room, only at the reception. What's more, there is no privacy at the reception, so everyone is watching you as you pull your wads of 1000B bills out of that box.
5. Not enough towels (2 bath, 2 hand towels), not a great shower (one of the telephone shower types, which would move around as the water pressure fluctuated).
6. Breakfast not included in price, and not offered in the hotel.

So I would recommend this place if location is important to you. I booked three nights, and after the first night I started looking for a replacement. I made my way to Areca Lodge, across 2nd street and down Soi Diana. This place was, in my opinion, much better than Sandy, for the following reasons:

1. Cheaper (Standard room=1300B, Deluxe=1400B).
2. Equally GF - I had absolutely no problem with bringing back a go-go girl.
3. Breakfast included in the 1300B price. Breakfast is good, not fantastic, but they have a small omlette station, plenty of toast, sausages, fruit, yogurt, etc. Coffee was very poor, but I am a coffee snob, so there you go. Caffe Pitini is just around the corner from Areca, and I highly recommend this place for top quality coffee (and food in general).
4. Pool was much better (they have two pools, actually, both of which are better than Sandy Springs).
5. They have a small gym.
6. Rooms are cleaner than Sandy Springs. Truth be told, the room I was in was about as old as the one I was in at Sandy Springs, but there was no musty smell.
7. Two free bottles of water included in the room.
8. In-room safe.
9. Staff are equally (if not more) friendly and accommodating than at Sandy. The bell boy was a really cool guy, very helpful, very positive, full of information and assistance. The girls at the desk were also very nice - all chatty and giving me all the info about joiner fees (or lack thereof) at check in.

Areca also did not have enough towels (same as Sandy Springs), and it is farther from the walking street action. But I had a scooter, which made this a non-issue for me.

Sandy Springs is not a bad choice, but just not my cup of tea. For those who will have their own transportation (scooter, motor bike, car), and given the price difference, the increased quality, and equal GF status, the included breakfast and the in-room safe, I would recommend Areca Lodge over Sandy Springs. Also, Areca is close to Soi Buakhao, which is a great soi to discover. So location is not all that bad.

So that's just my opinion based upon one visit to Pattaya. I will be going back over the next week or so, and if my opinion changes, I will definitely post news to that effect.

[QUOTE=Kumbu]Although I can fully see why so many people rave about Sandy Springs, my experience was somewhat less positive. I would still recommend it to some people, but I think there are other options out there which people should consider.

I researched hotels to death, and the names that kept coming up were Sandy Springs, Flipper House, the LK joints, and some of the Eastiny places. So for my first ever trip to Pattaya, I made a bee line for Sandy Springs. [/QUOTE]
If you used tools other than ISG to conduct your research you would find a wider variety of hotels. ISG members seem to be comfortable with the hotels near walking street or the ones previously used by other ISG members. Jomtien Hotels are rarely mentioned here but there are some good deals out there. Never stayed at SS but the White House next door to it is a very comfortable and reasonably priced hotel. Hotels are popping up all over town with some offering free promotions/discounts but you have to reach out to other places (like Asia Travel) to find them.

[url]http://www.asiatravel.com/pattaya.html[/url]

I can't tell from comments here, or from the hotel's website, whether Areca has WiFi or any kind of internet connection in individual rooms.

Apparently they have some kind of internet cafe in the lobby, but I would like a place with decent connection, either wired or wireless, in the room.

Thanks for whatever information you can provide.

Three years ago when I stayed there they only had the internet room which was not free. However, today their home page has "internet room and wi-fi" as part of the hotel facilities.

[url]http://www.arecalodge.com/index.htm[/url]

[QUOTE=Big Kev]I can't tell from comments here, or from the hotel's website, whether Areca has WiFi or any kind of internet connection in individual rooms.

Apparently they have some kind of internet cafe in the lobby, but I would like a place with decent connection, either wired or wireless, in the room.

Thanks for whatever information you can provide.[/QUOTE]

I stayed there last weekend, and I can confirm that they do have free wi-fi in the room. I had a standard room in the older building (which is older by 1yr, apparently), and the strength of the signal was sufficient. You need to call the front desk and they will give you the network ID, and presto, you're up and running.

Thanks for earlier responses to my queries about Pattaya hotels.

Have narrowed to three for May trip:

1. Areca Lodge (have stayed in past and liked, but couple of reviews elsewhere say it is starting to look worn and complain of excessive construction noise recently).

2. LK Renaissance

3. LK Metropole

Criteria most important to me are GF (obviously), in-room internet, clean, quiet, decent size room.

Any comments, comparisons, suggestions most appreciated.

Will be there in June, narrowed it down to the Nova Platinum or Tom's Boutique. Location is important but I also want a pool and decent gym.

BTW, how far is the walk from Hard Rock to Walking Street. Want to check out Soi 6 but if by foot is too far from either hotels then will have to use the Tuk Tuk.

[QUOTE=Mauldid]Will be there in June, narrowed it down to the Nova Platinum or Tom's Boutique. Location is important but I also want a pool and decent gym.

BTW, how far is the walk from Hard Rock to Walking Street. Want to check out Soi 6 but if by foot is too far from either hotels then will have to use the Tuk Tuk.[/QUOTE]


You mean Tim's Boutique, although Tom may have one as every Dick and Harry has a Boutique in Pattaya. Nova Platinum is a better deal, there are some (very positive) reports in this thread about NP.

I stayed in Nova Platinum. For the price the Hotel is Ok. But, if location is important for you than Tim is closer to the action.


[QUOTE=Mauldid]Will be there in June, narrowed it down to the Nova Platinum or Tom's Boutique. Location is important but I also want a pool and decent gym.

BTW, how far is the walk from Hard Rock to Walking Street. Want to check out Soi 6 but if by foot is too far from either hotels then will have to use the Tuk Tuk.[/QUOTE]

Tim's is good, but no gym, and pool is ok. The big knock on Tim's is that in-room wi-fi is not free. But it is GF, and breakfast is great.

Never been to NP, but I've ridden past there a couple of times. IMHO, location sucks.

[QUOTE=Mauldid]Will be there in June, narrowed it down to the Nova Platinum or Tom's Boutique. Location is important but I also want a pool and decent gym.

BTW, how far is the walk from Hard Rock to Walking Street. Want to check out Soi 6 but if by foot is too far from either hotels then will have to use the Tuk Tuk.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Big Kev]Thanks for earlier responses to my queries about Pattaya hotels.

Have narrowed to three for May trip:

1. Areca Lodge (have stayed in past and liked, but couple of reviews elsewhere say it is starting to look worn and complain of excessive construction noise recently).

2. LK Renaissance

3. LK Metropole

Criteria most important to me are GF (obviously), in-room internet, clean, quiet, decent size room.

Any comments, comparisons, suggestions most appreciated.[/QUOTE]



Thoughts anyone?

Very long walk indeed from Hard Rock to Walking Street.If you are athlectic it
would be different of course.And it depends on what you want to do arriving in Walking Street.

[QUOTE=Mauldid]Will be there in June, narrowed it down to the Nova Platinum or Tom's Boutique. Location is important but I also want a pool and decent gym.

BTW, how far is the walk from Hard Rock to Walking Street. Want to check out Soi 6 but if by foot is too far from either hotels then will have to use the Tuk Tuk.[/QUOTE]
Stayed in Nova Platinum last week, and will return there from 11th to 17th.
It is quiet but close enough to the action being less than 10 mins walk away as there is a small soi which leads into the middle of Walking St at GoodFellas. Plenty of small bars and restaurants on the way too.

Pool is fantastic, the gym is adequate, rooms are super clean, good size, not large but very well appointed with the bonus of a full wall mirror next to the bed !!
WiFi is free, it is totally GFand the food is great.
I paid 2577 THB per night total for two with breakfast.

Recommended, FF

[QUOTE=Fifty Fifty]I paid 2577 THB per night total for two with breakfast.[/QUOTE]

Well Fifty Fifty,
I just have 2 or 3 notes to your post.
2577 THB is far more than I payed last November. I payed about 1900 to 1950 THB depends on the weekday, by booking online over the Nova booking site.
The Hotel is quite good, that is true, but I find it a bit dark. High walls around no balcony, dark floors, nevertheless wifi is very good, big flat screen in room and yes clean.
But, for people whose have problems to walk from Hard Rock Cafe to walking street, (it's a 15 minute walk in a fresh prize, bypassing lots of street walker), it might be difficult to walk the 5 - 7 minutes from NP to walking street.

[QUOTE=Member #3068]I

I plan to be back in Pattaya next week and will be staying at the Marriott (using my points that I collect due to travel for work) so I would be curious if Marriott has joiner fees?[/QUOTE]There is no joiner fee at the Marriot. The hotel requires the girls to leave their ID's with the front desk.

Nova Platinum current rates, 1480B per night for a superior room or 1880B for the deluxe room if you book from their website. Excellent deal despite the exclusion of breakfast.

[QUOTE=Run Mann]Nova Platinum current rates, 1480B per night for a superior room or 1880B for the deluxe room if you book from their website. Excellent deal despite the exclusion of breakfast.[/QUOTE]
Guys I quoted 2577 THB, thats the Flexible rate for 11th to 17th April for a Deluxe Room with Breakfast for two. The rate on the website as of now is the same. Be very careful with the Amari Site as the first price given seems low at 1880, but its not flexible and does not include breakfast. I booked my first stay using the website and then got the same price out of the girl at the front desk for my second reservation - not bad at all.
[QUOTE=DG69]Well Fifty Fifty,
I just have 2 or 3 notes to your post.
2577 THB is far more than I payed last November. I payed about 1900 to 1950 THB depends on the weekday, by booking online over the Nova booking site..........[/QUOTE]
See above re current pricing.......
[QUOTE=DG69]The Hotel is quite good, that is true, but I find it a bit dark. High walls around no balcony, dark floors, nevertheless wifi is very good, big flat screen in room and yes clean.........[/QUOTE]
The old building of Nova Platinum has been revamped and corridors are now light and open. Admitted no balconies, however the rooms are good and well equipped, especially nice if you get one overlooking the pool.There is also the choice of the new building for those who want slightly bigger rooms and dont mind the short (100m) walk to the pool etc.
[QUOTE=DG69]
But, for people whose have problems to walk from Hard Rock Cafe to walking street, (it's a 15 minute walk in a fresh prize, bypassing lots of street walker), it might be difficult to walk the 5 - 7 minutes from NP to walking street.[/QUOTE]
First of all, I would take a Baht Bus fom Hard Rock to Walking St and secondly, anyone who cant walk the short flat trip from Nova Platinum shouldnt consider mongering in LOS :D

Cheers, FF

[QUOTE=Fifty Fifty]Guys I quoted 2577 THB, thats the Flexible rate for 11th to 17th April for a Deluxe Room with Breakfast for two. The rate on the website as of now is the same. Be very careful with the Amari Site as the first price given seems low at 1880, but its not flexible and does not include breakfast. I booked my first stay using the website and then got the same price out of the girl at the front desk for my second reservation - not bad at all.

See above re current pricing.

The old building of Nova Platinum has been revamped and corridors are now light and open. Admitted no balconies, however the rooms are good and well equipped, especially nice if you get one overlooking the pool.There is also the choice of the new building for those who want slightly bigger rooms and dont mind the short (100m) walk to the pool etc.

First of all, I would take a Baht Bus fom Hard Rock to Walking St and secondly, anyone who cant walk the short flat trip from Nova Platinum shouldnt consider mongering in LOS :D

Cheers, FF[/QUOTE]Everyone thanks for the info. I will have to check this place now. Will post report and pics of course.

Cheers,

Mal

Recently went to pick up a friend visiting. He is staying a hotel I hadn't seen or heard before.

Pasadena Lodge, between 2rd. and LK Metro not too far from the action. The place look good and clean. Prices for a standard Room was 700 baht a night and Deluxe was 1200 baht. The have a website [url]www.hotelpasadenalodge.com[/url] if one needs more information.

Enjoy! LBM

Hi all,

First off, a quick update. On my last trip to Pattaya, I stayed at the Marriott and can confirm they have no problem with guests. In fact, because I had a repeat guest on consecutive nights, the security guard/front desk let her up to my room w/o having to give id. In addition, the hotel has a great breakfast, good clean room, expensive internet, ok bathroom, and the balcony was nice too. Location was perfect as it is in the middle of everything yet with all the trees around it, it does have secluded feeling. Typical Marriott service.

Will be heading to Pattaya again next week and staying at the Marriott because I have enough points BUT I am interested in the higher end hotels and wondering if any of you can provide some advice.

In addition to the basics: which are good internet connection, clean soft/kingsized beds, more modern look, clean bathroom, and guest friendly what I am interested in are suite type arrangements with large bathrooms and large tubs (big enough for 2 or 3 so a jaccuzzi would be great) with a great location. Searching other websites, I did find Dusit D2 which is right across from the Marriott (I think) and that would be a choice. However, I do want to hear other choices, if any, and any feedback on Dusit D2?

Rio,

Your Patts hotel Q from the Phuket board answered here:

Check the Sawasdeehotelgroup website:
[url]http://www.hotelssawasdee.com/?gclid=CNPwjbWm7ZkCFYKB3godwlb4RA[/url]

This is where the hotels are:
[url]http://maps.google.nl/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=nl&geocode=&q=Sawasdee+Siam&sll=12.942162,100.905132&sspn=0.060897,0.111237&ie=UTF8&ll=12.943166,100.905132&spn=0.060897,0.111237&z=14[/url]

(To find Pattaya in googlemaps, enter Na Kloe)

There are hotels and hotel like guesthouse a plenty in Patts, just check this thread.
Hotel reservations are usualy easy to make and reliable.

If you don't need the room service or stares at reception, a guesthouse can be a good choice. However, they are not good at taking reservations. Meaning that you can call and they can confirm, but still no room when you arrive...

Regards,
F:)

Hello, fellow travelers,

I'm fortunate enough to be in Pattaya enjoying myself yet staying in a very well appointed hotel away from the constant din.

The Dynasty Resort is a beautiful hotel on top of the only mountain in Pattaya. No motorcy with drunks screaming by at all hours of the day and night, or loud beer bars playing hip hop music.

The hotel is girl friendly with no joiner fee, has a full kitchen/bar with good food, and is clean and modern with beautiful teak finish.

The staff is very friendly, and and the rates are in my oppinion very reasonable. I'm paying 1350 baht per night thru the internet complete with breakfast for 2. If you want this you have to book for 2 and prepay.

There is a nice pool and wading pool for the little ones.

I have been staying here every trip for the last 7 years, and enjoy the tranquility, and relative convience.

Just thought I would pass it on to my fellow travelers.

To find it just google Dynasty resort.

Happy traveling,

Wangho6969

Hi,

Do you have experience staying at the Seaside Guesthouse on soi 3 near the beach road. And how was it like

[url]http://www.seaside-guesthouse.com/index.html[/url]

Thanks

Gray

Looking for a clean, comfortable place with a pool, needs to be VERY close to the beach road in Jomtien if not on the road itself ! Girl friendly, budget around THB 1,500, appreciate any recomendations. Only needed for 2 nights.
Also any insights to the nightlife in Jomtien would be appreciated. Thanks, M.

[QUOTE=Wangho6969]Hello, fellow travelers,

I'm fortunate enough to be in Pattaya enjoying myself yet staying in a very well appointed hotel away from the constant din.

The Dynasty Resort is a beautiful hotel on top of the only mountain in Pattaya. No motorcy with drunks screaming by at all hours of the day and night, or loud beer bars playing hip hop music.

The hotel is girl friendly with no joiner fee, has a full kitchen/bar with good food, and is clean and modern with beautiful teak finish.

The staff is very friendly, and and the rates are in my oppinion very reasonable. I'm paying 1350 baht per night thru the internet complete with breakfast for 2. If you want this you have to book for 2 and prepay.

There is a nice pool and wading pool for the little ones.

I have been staying here every trip for the last 7 years, and enjoy the tranquility, and relative convience.

Just thought I would pass it on to my fellow travelers.

To find it just google Dynasty resort.

Happy traveling,

Wangho6969[/QUOTE]

[url]http://www.dynastyresortpattaya.com/[/url]

Looks good, with great views over Pattaya, and good reviews on tripadvisor. I'm seriously considering booking there soon.

Is transport to and from the action a problem?

[QUOTE=Meaty]Looking for a clean, comfortable place with a pool, needs to be VERY close to the beach road in Jomtien if not on the road itself ! Girl friendly, budget around THB 1,500, appreciate any recomendations. Only needed for 2 nights.
Also any insights to the nightlife in Jomtien would be appreciated. Thanks, M.[/QUOTE]
You might struggle for [i]any[/i] hotel with a pool near Jomtien beach for thirty quid these days, though I got a suite at the Jomtien Gardens for about that three years ago. This area has become increasingly popular with Bangkok Thais in recent years, particularly on the weekends, hence the room rates.

There were a few guest houses in and around Soi 5 that were quite cheap when I was there (this is also the main beer bar area in Jomtien, surprise surprise). Other punting opportunities are in the back of the Jomtien Complex - the built-up centre where the main road snakes down to the beach from the hill - and a couple of mediocre agogos on said section of the road. More punting opportunities were the Nineteenth Hole near Siam Country Club and the Winchester Pub (may have changed it's name but a Google should find it) in South Jomtien.

Of course, Pattaya and it's mythical shirtless brawling drunks plus it's myriad of punting opportunities is a ten minute 30bt Songtheaw ride away.

[QUOTE=Piper1][url]http://www.dynastyresortpattaya.com/[/url]

Looks good, with great views over Pattaya, and good reviews on tripadvisor. I'm seriously considering booking there soon.

Is transport to and from the action a problem?[/QUOTE]

Transport to and from the action is not a problem 24/7 anywhere from the northern part of Jomtien to the southern part of Naklua. But the closer you get to the Beach Road/Second Road loop (and more recently Soi Buakhao), the quicker you will get around the playgrounds that are the primary reason for your visit. If you venture away from these loops you will sometimes spend 30/40 mins waiting/travelling as opposed to the 5 to 10 mins in the central areas.

Also, don't walk around up on the hill at night: It's an area notorious for muggings.

I'm curious about this place as well after seeing the pictures of the rooms and the rates :) 550 baht per night if you stay for a week or more is damned nice...

Thanks for the link, Gray

[QUOTE=Gray Malkin]Hi,

Do you have experience staying at the Seaside Guesthouse on soi 3 near the beach road. And how was it like

[url]http://www.seaside-guesthouse.com/index.html[/url]

Thanks

Gray[/QUOTE]

Thanks TT, looking forward to it.
Found Jomtien Thani Hotel, looks nice, big pool, big balconies, nice comfortable rooms, looking at 1,900 per night incl ++ and BF.
F'ing useless to deal with directly though ! TIT

BANGKOK: -- Tourism operators in Pattaya plan to offer free hotel rooms from May 1 to Oct 31 to attract local and international tourists during the low season.

Apart from hotels, restaurants and shopping malls will also join the campaign, offering discounts up to 50%. Final details will be decided tomorrow.

The seaside resort city is facing difficult times because of the global economic recession and local political problems, said Chatchawal Supachayanont, president of the Eastern Chapter of the Thai Hotels Association (THA).

"With this campaign, we hope tourists and meeting, incentive, convention and exhibition (Mice) activities will be lured back to Pattaya again and tourism sentiment will improve as well," he said.

Mr Chatchawal said Pattaya's hotels had about 20,000 rooms and that all operators would join the promotion.

"This is the first time we have had co-operation from all parties, aiming to restore Pattaya's tourism image," he said.

"Average occupancy was not so bad at around 30-40% after the Songkran festival. But we are very concerned about reservations from overseas, which are not coming yet."

Pattaya's image took a hit just before Songkran when red-shirted protesters forced the cancellation of the Asean Summit after they stormed the meeting site, the Royal Cliff Beach Hotel.

Operators in Pattaya hope that when Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva goes abroad he will be able to explain the problems in Thailand and how the government intends to solve them, in order to restore confidence among visitors.

[QUOTE=Member #3068]Hi all,

First off, a quick update. On my last trip to Pattaya, I stayed at the Marriott and can confirm they have no problem with guests. In fact, because I had a repeat guest on consecutive nights, the security guard/front desk let her up to my room w/o having to give id. In addition, the hotel has a great breakfast, good clean room, expensive internet, ok bathroom, and the balcony was nice too. Location was perfect as it is in the middle of everything yet with all the trees around it, it does have secluded feeling. Typical Marriott service.

Will be heading to Pattaya again next week and staying at the Marriott because I have enough points BUT I am interested in the higher end hotels and wondering if any of you can provide some advice.

In addition to the basics: which are good internet connection, clean soft/kingsized beds, more modern look, clean bathroom, and guest friendly what I am interested in are suite type arrangements with large bathrooms and large tubs (big enough for 2 or 3 so a jaccuzzi would be great) with a great location. Searching other websites, I did find Dusit D2 which is right across from the Marriott (I think) and that would be a choice. However, I do want to hear other choices, if any, and any feedback on Dusit D2?[/QUOTE]

Member #3068,

Thanks for the info on Marriott; sounds like a good choice. I'm looking for mid-high end hotels - in the 3,000-3,500 THB range; maybe go higher if I really find something good. How far is the Marriott from the action and how much was it? Would appreciate if you could report any findings.

Thanks much.

-Jay

[QUOTE=Member #3068]Hi all,

First off, a quick update. On my last trip to Pattaya, I stayed at the Marriott and can confirm they have no problem with guests. In fact, because I had a repeat guest on consecutive nights, the security guard/front desk let her up to my room w/o having to give id. In addition, the hotel has a great breakfast, good clean room, expensive internet, ok bathroom, and the balcony was nice too. Location was perfect as it is in the middle of everything yet with all the trees around it, it does have secluded feeling. Typical Marriott service.

Will be heading to Pattaya again next week and staying at the Marriott because I have enough points BUT I am interested in the higher end hotels and wondering if any of you can provide some advice.

In addition to the basics: which are good internet connection, clean soft/kingsized beds, more modern look, clean bathroom, and guest friendly what I am interested in are suite type arrangements with large bathrooms and large tubs (big enough for 2 or 3 so a jaccuzzi would be great) with a great location. Searching other websites, I did find Dusit D2 which is right across from the Marriott (I think) and that would be a choice. However, I do want to hear other choices, if any, and any feedback on Dusit D2?[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the info on the Marriott as I already prepaid for my stay haha.

You might want to check the Mercure Pattaya. I heard it is a high end hotel under the Accor company. I booked a deluxe room for just under 2000 baht. I have not yet stayed there as I booked for an upcoming trip in June but I plan on dividing my stay between the Mercure and Marriott.

In RTFF I confirmed it is GFE and from I was able to ascertain not far from the Marriott, hence a good location.

[QUOTE=Jayf1970]Member #3068,

Thanks for the info on Marriott; sounds like a good choice. I'm looking for mid-high end hotels - in the 3,000-3,500 THB range; maybe go higher if I really find something good. How far is the Marriott from the action and how much was it? Would appreciate if you could report any findings.

Thanks much.

-Jay[/QUOTE]

Jay:

Marriott is about a 10 minute normal walk to "walking street." Price is exactly within your price range. Personally, I ave not stayed there yet (will in June) but by as you have read it is a very nice hotel.

So many factors go into selection of hotel.

But one thing I've found around Pattaya is that what was nice last year, can get run down pretty fast.

So, just wondering, if sole criterion was newness of hotel (at least within walking distance of action, and hopefully with in room internet), what is choice in the under 2000 baht per night category?

[QUOTE=Big Kev]So many factors go into selection of hotel.

But one thing I've found around Pattaya is that what was nice last year, can get run down pretty fast.

So, just wondering, if sole criterion was newness of hotel (at least within walking distance of action, and hopefully with in room internet), what is choice in the under 2000 baht per night category?[/QUOTE]Try the AA Residence on Soi 13. That ia about as central to the action as you can get with the added advantage of being a very quiet soi in regards passing traffic and noise from the street.

The Residence has been built about 10 years but have added a complete new wing that only opened last year. Rooms in the new wing should set you back no more than 1500 Baht.

They charge for in house internet but I found a better and cheaper option was to buy a weekly (or monthly) pass from the travel agency opposite for access to their system.

That worked in all the bars and restaurants up and down the soi and even on the beach at the bottom of the soi and the plaza around McDs at the top of the soi.

The only downside to the AA Residence is they have no on line booking system. It has to be booked via e-mail or fax.

[QUOTE=Fifty Fifty][url]http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/Pattaya-Woo-Visitors-Free-Rooms-t259369.html[/url]

Nothing much heard, however I do note that there seem to be plenty of offers on sites such as asiatravel.com, hotels with stay 6 nights pay 4 etc.
Maybe that constitutes the Free Room that this 'politically soft' article is referring to??
As for getting an entirely Free Room, dont hold you breath, you might as well wait for a Free Lunch to go with it.

Cheers, FF[/QUOTE]I agree - no business will give it away completely for free, so it will be one or two free nights if you stay and pay for other nights. Checking the hotel websites, a number of hotels have also slashed prices the past week or so.

I've narrowed my choices down to Pattaya Bay Resort or Areca Lodge, where deluxe rooms are around 1300, and very large exec suites are around 2300. Both places are in good locations, good reviews on various hotel sites, GF, have large pool and Wifi. My plan is to just roll up next week, check the rooms then make a good deal for a 5-6 night stay on the spot.

Another hotel with good reviews but not mentioned on this thread is [url]www.GrandHotelPattaya.com[/url] - good location (Soi 14), good views overlooking beach, large clean rooms, and GF. 900/night for a standard room, 1300/night for deluxe room, but no pool.

Piper,

Those are two I've used on recent trips. Some of the rooms at Areca Lodge are beginning to show wear, but overall a good deal and great location.

Pattaya Bay Resort slightly newer, and I would give rooms there slightly higher grade. But even though it is close to action "as the crow flies," it is a little bit remote if traveling on foot. Areca only meters from some fun spots, but you gotta hike a ways from Pattaya Bay Resort.

Swimming pools are nicer at Areca. Food a little better at Pattaya Bay. Neither has great in-room internet reliability.

I'm headed Pattaya way in three weeks, and am leaning towards giving the LK Renaissance a try this trip. Anyone have comments about it? Especially in relation to these other two, as it seems more expensive by about 400 baht per night.



[QUOTE=Piper1]I agree - no business will give it away completely for free, so it will be one or two free nights if you stay and pay for other nights. Checking the hotel websites, a number of hotels have also slashed prices the past week or so.

I've narrowed my choices down to Pattaya Bay Resort or Areca Lodge, where deluxe rooms are around 1300, and very large exec suites are around 2300. Both places are in good locations, good reviews on various hotel sites, GF, have large pool and Wifi. My plan is to just roll up next week, check the rooms then make a good deal for a 5-6 night stay on the spot.

Another hotel with good reviews but not mentioned on this thread is [url]www.GrandHotelPattaya.com[/url] - good location (Soi 14), good views overlooking beach, large clean rooms, and GF. 900/night for a standard room, 1300/night for deluxe room, but no pool.[/QUOTE]

Spent few days in Pattaya at the time of ASEAN Summit that got cancelled due to demonstrations (that could see directly from hotel window). Stayed in Nova Platinum Hotel and can warmly recommend to fellow punters. New or at least newly decorated. Good location, 5-10min walk to walking street, yet quiet at night. Totally GF; saw some claims on the board that have age limit of 20, but not true at least in my case. Nice pool with wet bar. Breakfast pricey but can get a decent American one on the bakery opposite side of the road for under 100B. Limited statistics of Pattaya though, but can not go much wrong with this one. Booked by email directly to them, paid 1500/night.

Knob

[QUOTE=Big Kev]So many factors go into selection of hotel.

But one thing I've found around Pattaya is that what was nice last year, can get run down pretty fast.

So, just wondering, if sole criterion was newness of hotel (at least within walking distance of action, and hopefully with in room internet), what is choice in the under 2000 baht per night category?[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Knobrm]Spent few days in Pattaya at the time of ASEAN Summit that got cancelled due to demonstrations (that could see directly from hotel window). Stayed in Nova Platinum Hotel and can warmly recommend to fellow punters. New or at least newly decorated. Good location, 5-10min walk to walking street, yet quiet at night. Totally GF; saw some claims on the board that have age limit of 20, but not true at least in my case. Nice pool with wet bar. Breakfast pricey but can get a decent American one on the bakery opposite side of the road for under 100B. Limited statistics of Pattaya though, but can not go much wrong with this one. Booked by email directly to them, paid 1500/night.

Knob[/QUOTE]

Agreed, I was there at the same time too. If you can get this Hotel for 1500 a night, then it has to be somewhere near the top of the list IMHO. The pool is one of the best and the service is excellent too. Location is a handy walk, but Baht Buses passing by make life very easy for us older members :D

As for LK Renaissance, met up with a fellow ISG'er who was staying there, he was very happy with the place, service and price, another to be recommended.

Cheers, FF

Another good hotel, very girl friendly, and a nice atmosphere, right in the centre of the action is the Queen Victoria on Soi 6. Rooms from about 800 up to 2100TB. Don't use their airport pick-up service though, very steep at 3600 ONE WAY! It is an 8 seater though - but still! They have a web-site, Google them for more info. No pool though. I can also thoroughly recommend the Flipper House hotels I think one is on Soi 7 and the other on Soi 8. Again Google them. Very girl friendly as well. Both have pools. About 1500 to 1800TB

Happy hunting!

[QUOTE=Bonker04]Queen Victoria on Soi 6...

Don't use their airport pick-up service though, very steep at 3600 ONE WAY! It is an 8 seater though - but still! [/QUOTE]

1,900 Baht for the minibus a couple of months ago and still at that price on their website. A little pricier than a street car but it makes the journey a pleasure so I did it both ways!

Stayed four nights in January in one of the Superior rooms. A great spot for the price. The Governor, Vic, is a warm, welcoming guy. Good european food, nice staff, altogether a fine easy going place to stay.

Matt Navan Man. Checking my emails between Vic and I, your absolutely right about the price. My apologies to Queen Vic. For some reason I had in my head it was 3600 each way. It is NOT, it is a return price! Considering it's up to 8 pax, that does make it a very good deal if there are several of you.

Must have been pre-occupied with something. Can't think what!

B04

Gents,

Has anyone stayed at the following hotels RECENTLY, and if so, what is your opinion of rooms, cleanliness, service, gf, rates?

Thanks

R-Con - Soi Buakhao

Diana Inn

Diana Oasis

Royal Palace

Royal Twins

Looks like it's a good time to post this informative report by Tiger_888 again. Taxis are fine, but good things happen on long bus trips.[QUOTE=Tiger_888]There are basically 3 bus companies serving BKK Airport-Pattaya.

1. Best travel: in BKK airport there is always someone sitting on a chair opposite of the tourist police stand on Level one next to door 7. The price is 150 Baht and the bus will go to the North Pattaya Bus stop. Leaving from the airport at 8am, 10am, 12nn, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm.
At the north Pattaya bus stop they have their own air conditioned office and waiting room, buses leaving at 6am, 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm and 5pm. Tel. 02-7474675, 038-370055

2. The Transport co. Ltd, they have a booth on level 1 one door further down (I think it is door no.8). The price is 106 Baht, leavinf the airport at 6.45am, 9.15am, 1.15pm, 5.15pm and going to Jomtien Busstop. (But You can get of at the reaffic light around the north pattaya Bus stop). Back from Jomtien to tha airport at 9am, 1pm, 5pm, 7.30pm
Tel. 02-1344099, 038-231142

3. The Rungruang Tour Co., leaving from the Airport bus terminal. You need to take a free shuttle bus from outside exit 5 on level 2 to the bus terminal (takes about 10 minutes). Departure there to Pattaya is at 8am, 11am, 3 pm, 7pm. I couldn't find out their return schedules. Tel. 02-5765599[/QUOTE]

Matt Navan Man. Your absolutely right!

Having checked my emails between the Queen Vic and myself, the price is 3600 RETURN! My apologies to Queen Vic. Not such bad value after all, especially if there is a group of you. But how often do we travel in groups?

Had my mind on other things I suppose. Can't think what!

(this is second post as first didn't seem to come out, apologies if it posts twice!)

I can concur that the Queen Vic is a decent place to stay in a good location (Soi 6) and that for the price, I don't think it can be beaten. It cost me 600 baht a night in December last year and provided a clean room with TV, DVD and WiFi, all free. The WiFi was a deal breaker. For that price it was a done deal. Also, the pub downstairs has good pub food and a friendly atmosphere. You can access the rooms late at night from the fire escape at the back and I had no problems at all bringing in girls.

As for transport, I can't comment since I got the Bell Travel bus from the airport for 160b (I think) and met a cute Brit who was taking a sabattical in Thailand for six months. I lost touch with her when she went off with a diving instructor . . . On the way back to Bangkok I just got a taxi for 1000b. I could have got the bus but I couldn't be arsed.

A good hotel, good price, good location and WiFi, what more would you ask for, except maybe a pool. I enjoyed my stay and will stay there again when I can get a release form from 'she who must be obeyed' !

Expatcat

I recommend this place, very clean, nice people, good pool. Slightly away from the action but this can be good, you feel you have left Pattaya and returned to normality, no girl bars in the vicinity. Some excellent eating places nearby, hard to spend more than 30 baht, some of the best food I eaten in Thailand (turn left out of the hotel, then first right - there is one on the right and an E-san stall on the left, both excellent). Also a large market nearby which includes two massage stalls, very good massages from 80 to 200. In the hotel, the 390 baht rooms are very good, but worth paying 450 for bigger beds and more space.

Enquired about the mercure and the reply via email was as such:

Greeting From Mercure Hotel Pattaya

Regarding to your enquiry below our Hotel charge for visitor fee 500 THB. Per day per person and age must be over 18 years old and keep I. D card at reception desk for IN-OUT the hotel.

Kind regards

Chinnapong

Hope it helps.

Slightly off topic as I am looking for a base for the summer months for myself and family which due to the circumstances has to be away from the action. Have previously stayed in bangkok and koh samui with the missus so she is not totally ignorant of what goes on! Could anyone advise how family friendly is the Jomtien beach area or is everything still in your face?

I have looked at some villas on the internet called butterfly villas which are between Jomtien and Pattaya and have been advised area is safe and is near where some of the royal family stay. Is this true and has anyone heard of the place?

If the place is totally non family friendly then I will have to look elsewhere. Only reason I am considering the area is because some friends have a villa nearby.
Any advise would be appreciated.

[QUOTE=GroinStrain]... Could anyone advise how family friendly is the Jomtien beach area or is everything still in your face?...[/QUOTE]
Relax. There is no "in-your-face" p4p activity along Jomtien Beach Road, day or night, and most accommodations are perfectly family friendly.

Sorry to say that I had very bad experiences at LK Metropole also at their condo style apartment building on the corner (different trip). Can't recommend. If you really have a lot of time on your hand see my 2007 reports.

Frank

Can anybody contribute recent experiences at this place?
[url]http://www.opeydeplacepattaya.com/[/url]

I stayed there a few years back, nothing fancy of course, for that price, but relatively central, clean and convenient. Internet access only downstairs.

Thanks.

[QUOTE=Frankfurter]Can anybody contribute recent experiences at this place?
[url]http://www.opeydeplacepattaya.com/[/url]

I stayed there a few years back, nothing fancy of course, for that price, but relatively central, clean and convenient. Internet access only downstairs.

Thanks.[/QUOTE]


A friend of mine stayed there in January and liked it so much he stayed there in April and plans to stay there on his next trip.

He is a fussy old git as well.

[QUOTE=GroinStrain]Slightly off topic as I am looking for a base for the summer months for myself and family which due to the circumstances has to be away from the action. Have previously stayed in bangkok and koh samui with the missus so she is not totally ignorant of what goes on! Could anyone advise how family friendly is the Jomtien beach area or is everything still in your face?

I have looked at some villas on the internet called butterfly villas which are between Jomtien and Pattaya and have been advised area is safe and is near where some of the royal family stay. Is this true and has anyone heard of the place?

If the place is totally non family friendly then I will have to look elsewhere. Only reason I am considering the area is because some friends have a villa nearby.
Any advise would be appreciated.[/QUOTE]I stay in Jomtien a few times and it is probably the most family friendly spot you can find in Pattaya. It is a good 5 min taxi ride to Walking Street, so it is away from all of the girlie bars of walking street.

[QUOTE=Frankfurter]Sorry to say that I had very bad experiences at LK Metropole also at their condo style apartment building on the corner (different trip). Can't recommend. If you really have a lot of time on your hand see my 2007 reports.

Frank[/QUOTE]

I would definitely concur on the 'condo style apartment on the corner' - it absolutely sucks. I was offered a 1-bedroom deluxe for 1000B (great price), but it was on the 4th floor, *no elevator* (think about doing this with six beers in you and a drunk girl on your arm). It was the only room they had in the hotel, and I thought with 1000B I can't go wrong. besides, Areca Lodge as all sold out.

But the elevator is one major problem, and there was no hot water either. So if that is all they have available to you, I would strongly recommend you walk. They call it, by the way, the 'New wing', but don't let that fool you - it sucks.

The main building, however, is pretty good. I have stayed here three times, and all three times it has been very good. Never hassled about anything, rooms are large, clean and quiet, bathrooms are well maintained, etc. I would recommend the old building, for sure.

[QUOTE=Member #3068] On a separate note, anyone have suggestions for 2-bedroom luxury cond/villa rentals?[/QUOTE]

Residence Gardens and Pinewood on Second road ahve 2 bedroom apartments. I've never stayed in either but I saw a Pinewood room a few months ago. The room looked very nice and I may stay there next time.

Residence Gardens has a website but I'm not sure if Pinewood operates a website.

kumbu:

i agree, the condo is really bad, wlan wasn't working for most of the time and it is extremly (really!) noisy (from the open-air bar beer across). no elevator, i was also on the 4th floor. the best feature of my spacious condo was the fact that i could watch the working girls hanging out infront of [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord901][CodeWord901][/url]'s on soi lk metro/diana:-))

These are the only two hotels that I have stayed at in Pattaya.

Marriott is nicer but for room cost savings, breakfast savings, internet savings and laundry savings choose the Nova Platinum. It has all the same amenities.

I used the in-house massage in my room and although it is more expensive the girl had better skills than other places I tried. Some places they just rub oil on you so it is not really a massage. Also you have more privacy. Another good veggie massage place is Queen of Massage. They have some young girls there although I used an older one. The only problem was the guy snoring in the cubicle next to me. If someone is going to snore I want it to be me.

Great point about the Marriott that is often overlooked. It is a nice break to all of the action.

Galaxy Suites vs. Tim Boutique.

Tim's is more expensive, but is it worth it?

[QUOTE=Wolfie0066]Galaxy Suites vs. Tim Boutique.

Tim's is more expensive, but is it worth it?[/QUOTE]


I have read reports about the Galaxy Suites and they over book then bigger rooms and don't tell you until you arrive. They then offer you a shitty little room.

The reports I have read on Tims that it is good.

[QUOTE=Wandere][url]www.penthousehotel.com/[/url]

Have Fun![/QUOTE]It's located one the 1st soi ( side street) from Walking St. down the Soi about 50 meters. You won't miss it because it has a huge Las Vegas style sign on the front.

So as you are walking away from the main entrance of Walking St you will see the Soi ( side street on your left). It's the 1st one.

I just checked out the Flipper Lodge on Soi 8 in Pattaya on

[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com[/url]

and a standard room @ 898 Bht including an Am. B/F at face value looks a very good price.

I stayed there about 8 yrs. ago and I just wondering if anyone has booked in there recently and what was it like?

I looked at their website but I still couldn't work out whether each room included a free internet Wi-fi connection or not, which is important consideration for me these days as I need to use my lap top everyday for business. Sorry to trouble but does anyone have any update on that situation?

It was GF before, so I am assuming it hasn't changed its status on that score...I hope!!!

Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=Surferr3]Great point about the Marriott that is often overlooked. It is a nice break to all of the action.[/QUOTE]

I agree that the Marriott has by far the nicest pool and the grounds are cool and relaxing.

[QUOTE=Big Boss Man]I agree that the Marriott has by far the nicest pool and the grounds are cool and relaxing.[/QUOTE]I have frequently stayed at the Marriott and agree with everything you all say.

The downside is of course: Cost as it is quite expensive for breakfast, laundry, and internet as well as room.

It is the internet that bothers me the most as I often use the internet for meetings and streaming TV from my home country. But not sure if there is a better solution in Pattaya. Please let me know of better alternatives if you do know.

But the location is great as it is close to everything. Also the pool and overall quiet atmosphere nestled with what is around it is often very relaxing.

Plus the fact, I have brought back women at all hours without any problems is always good.

[QUOTE=Wolfie0066]Galaxy Suites vs. Tim Boutique.

Tim's is more expensive, but is it worth it?[/QUOTE]Tim is nice. Book Superior room through some bookingsite, should be around 1800 without breakf. Booking through the Tims homepage and you will pay more.

[url]http://www.latestays.com/[/url]

PB

[QUOTE=Member #3068]It is the internet that bothers me the most as I often use the internet for meetings and streaming TV from my home country. But not sure if there is a better solution in Pattaya. Please let me know of better alternatives if you do know.[/QUOTE]There are many fine hotels in Pattaya that do not charge for internet access and comparable to the Marriott. The much discussed Nova Platinum is a perfect example, Mantra Pura, another Hotel away from the action is another.

[QUOTE=Osakagin]I just checked out the Flipper Lodge on Soi 8 in Pattaya on

[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com[/url]

and a standard room @ 898 Bht including an Am. B/F at face value looks a very good price.

I stayed there about 8 yrs. ago and I just wondering if anyone has booked in there recently and what was it like?

I looked at their website but I still couldn't work out whether each room included a free internet Wi-fi connection or not, which is important consideration for me these days as I need to use my lap top everyday for business. Sorry to trouble but does anyone have any update on that situation?

It was GF before, so I am assuming it hasn't changed its status on that score...I hope!!!

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Osakagin,

That is a good rate and I been staying there for over 10 yr ,I think the newer flipper house down the st is better not as loud as flipper lodge ,always Gf not sure about free internet access ,try to get a room on the new remodel section and higher floor with less noise .

Fast eddie 48

[QUOTE=Run Mann]There are many fine hotels in Pattaya that do not charge for internet access and comparable to the Marriott. The much discussed Nova Platinum is a perfect example, Mantra Pura, another Hotel away from the action is another.[/QUOTE]I know there are many other hotels in Pattaya but actually, I want to be right in (or near) the action especially to WS as that is were I usually go. Marriott is close enough but because of the layout seems like it is hidden from the action.

I am really looking for an in hotel room solution. I would consider other hotels but I also want to make sure the connection is good enough to hold web conferencing and streaming from my slingbox. I love my sports from the US especially baseball.

Anyone got any info about Nova Park?

Member #3068,

Marriort, being hidden away from the action! I don't think so! located less that 5 minutes from Walking st.. and that's walking. In front is Beach Rd. in the back is 2nd Rd...

LBM

Stayed at the following Pattaya Hotels within the past 30 days. Booked most rooms at agoda.com for best rates unless noted. Prices were from $29.00 to $65.00 USD per night.

Nova Platinum Hotel- Stayed in building 2. Girl friendly, nice pool, free WIFI, clean, 32 inch flatscreen TVs and in room safes

LK Renaissance- Studio room. Girl friendly, decent size rooms, Flat Screens, in room safes, wired internet but free and does include breakfast. Only downside is they only have a tub with a shower wand, not a real shower. Small pool but does the trick. Located in the Soi Dianna/Soi LK Metro area.

Secrets Hotel. Book at the Secrets Bar web site. Cheap and as convenient as it gets to Walking street. Under 1000 baht per night with free WiFi and in room safes. Very noisy until 3-4am as you are on top of a bar.

Discovery Beach Hotel. Soi 6/1 at Beach road. Says they have a joiner fee but had no problem. You can enter from the ground floor with your lady and bypass the main entrance. Beautiful view of Pattaya Bay, good size rooms, free WiFi, in room safes, breakfast included with a excellent pool.

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]Member #3068,

Marriort, being hidden away from the action! I don't think so! located less that 5 minutes from Walking st.. and that's walking. In front is Beach Rd. in the back is 2nd Rd...

LBM[/QUOTE]I know where it is located as I stayed at the hotel many times. The point I was trying to make is if you are sitting by the pool for example, it does not seem like it's close to the action as they do a great job of hiding the fact that it is in the middle of all the action.

Hi all,

Planning my next trip to Pattaya and came across the Fraser Resort. The location and modern amenities attracted me to this hotel but I know pictures can make a room look better than it is.

I would be interested in the basic info such as:

1. Joiner Fees?
2. Rates (discounted not the published ones on their website) for one bedroom
3. internet connection fees?
4. Overall satisfaction

Any info would be much appreciated.

Member #3068,

Email: [email]sales.pattaya@frasershoppitality.com[/email] Website: frasershopitality.com
Tel: 66 38 909 555 Fax: 66 38 909 505

They call it a Resort but it looks more like a Condo than anything else. It is located just off Beach Rd. right after the Royal Garden. The official location is in a courtyard call Pattaya City Walks, that starts from Beach Rd. and runs through to 2nd Rd. just like the Marriort. Within the courtyard there are many gifts stalls and a number of International eating places. The information that I have is that it is only 2 months old and not all the rooms are completed. There is no major construction going on that I could see or hear except for your normal shop upgrades.

The duluxe rooms are 2,200 baht, they call this price and the others right now "pre-opening offer 40-45% " the room size is 33sqm, and some of the others rooms, deluxe courtyard, Studio Premier, 1 bedroom premium which is 60 sqm/ 645 sqf which is 3,500 baht. Promotion for Deluxe Rooms for 1 week is 13,500 baht and 1 month is 44,100 baht.

As for joiner fee the answer is No! but when you register you must indicated that the room is for two, and when you bring your lady back she must leave her I.D. at front desk. The desk area is very private and there is no walk of shame!

There is a indoor swimming pool on the second floor and a fitness area. They advertise Complimentary daily breakfast and have a purple Tuk Tuk that take you around to nearby areas. There is a Electronic Safe deposit Box in each room and they advertise most rooms have tubs. Internet/Wireless in room is 350 baht per day. But if you just want to check email, they have a computer in the lobby that is free.

Overall as noted the place is brand new and located in a very convienent location.

Within the courtyard, right on the otherside is Baywalk Residence another new place.
[url]www.baywalkresidencepattaya.com[/url] Email: [email]info@baywalkresidencepattay.com[/email]

Rooms run from Superior to Family suites. Superior starts at 1,500 baht and the suites are 6,300 baht. Monthly is 30,000 for Superior. There is a swimming pool on the roof, safe in room, room has free Internet, laptop wireless. hairdryers, outside terrace for everyroom.

You need anything else let me know... I can also provide freelancer from beach rd. Heh Heh!

Good luck, LBM

Many online hotel booking agencies show a room rate which looks competitive, until you realise that tax and service charges have to be added. What's the point of not showing the total price?

At the end of the day, it may be slightly cheaper than other agents, but I, like I imagine many others never persue it further.

BEWARE! Some Pattaya hotels (example Welcome Plaza ) charge a joiner fee when the room is booked through an agent, but not when you book direct with them. A direct booking is usually more expensive, but can work out cheaper when the joiner fees are included

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]They call it a Resort but it looks more[/QUOTE]

Very useful info LBM. I will stay 2 Months in Thailand and maybe I just make 1 month in Pattaya. So, the monthly rates sounds tempting to me.

But a better Link to Fraser Resort Pattaya is This:

[url]http://pattaya.frasershospitality.com/[/url]

DG69,

I think as someone said, the link can be deceiving since it is computer generated. What you see on the link isn't exactly what you see when you get there. The link you provided shows the front which is the courtyard now which has lots of independent stalls selling their art and stuff. Nevertheless the place is new and very nice when I made a visit there to check it out for myself.

LBM

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]Member #3068,

Email: [email]sales.pattaya@frasershoppitality.com[/email] Website: frasershopitality.com

Tel: 66 38 909 555 Fax: 66 38 909 505

They call it a Resort but it looks more like a Condo than anything else. It is located just off Beach Rd. right after the Royal Garden. The official location is in a courtyard call Pattaya City Walks, that starts from Beach Rd. and runs through to 2nd Rd. just like the Marriort. Within the courtyard there are many gifts stalls and a number of International eating places. The information that I have is that it is only 2 months old and not all the rooms are completed. There is no major construction going on that I could see or hear except for your normal shop upgrades.

The duluxe rooms are 2,200 baht, they call this price and the others right now "pre-opening offer 40-45% " the room size is 33sqm, and some of the others rooms, deluxe courtyard, Studio Premier, 1 bedroom premium which is 60 sqm/ 645 sqf which is 3,500 baht. Promotion for Deluxe Rooms for 1 week is 13,500 baht and 1 month is 44,100 baht.

As for joiner fee the answer is No! but when you register you must indicated that the room is for two, and when you bring your lady back she must leave her I.D. at front desk. The desk area is very private and there is no walk of shame!

There is a indoor swimming pool on the second floor and a fitness area. They advertise Complimentary daily breakfast and have a purple Tuk Tuk that take you around to nearby areas. There is a Electronic Safe deposit Box in each room and they advertise most rooms have tubs. Internet/Wireless in room is 350 baht per day. But if you just want to check email, they have a computer in the lobby that is free.

Overall as noted the place is brand new and located in a very convienent location.

Within the courtyard, right on the otherside is Baywalk Residence another new place.
[url]www.baywalkresidencepattaya.com[/url] Email: [email]info@baywalkresidencepattay.com[/email]

Rooms run from Superior to Family suites. Superior starts at 1,500 baht and the suites are 6,300 baht. Monthly is 30,000 for Superior. There is a swimming pool on the roof, safe in room, room has free Internet, laptop wireless. hairdryers, outside terrace for everyroom.

You need anything else let me know... I can also provide freelancer from beach rd. Heh Heh!

Good luck, LBM[/QUOTE]Hi LBM,

Thanks for the info! This is good stuff.

As for Fraser, I am going to see if I can spend a couple of nights in the one bedroom as I like the extra space but will also try the deluxe. What happens if I bring 2 friends back home, do I need to indicate the 3 persons will be staying with me.

As for Baywalk Residences (thanks for the link), I had a problem with their website for checking availability so sent them an e-mail instead. But the Royal Suite is exactly what I am looking for (albeit a bit pricey) but something I could enjoy for a couple of nights (to splurge) and then fall back to a regular room. I assume no joiner fees here too but will ask them directly.

Will try these options on my next trip and report back.

Member #3068


Here is some addition information for Baywalk

Reservation: [email]res@baywalkresidencepattaya.com[/email]
Sales: [email]sales@baywalresidencepattaya.com[/email]

Telephone: +66(0)38 711 300
Fax: +66(0) 38 710 100

Although I didn't ask at Baywalk but I'm pretty sure no joiner fee

Fraser: when I ask the girl at the front desk, she smile to the question of joiner fee, clearly indicated to me that although you are alone you must register the unkown second guest and that second guest when you bring her in to Resort must leave her I.D. at the front desk. Not sure of Third and that is the same as Baywalk.

Although Baywalk isn't as nice in the front as Fraser, I can see why Baywalk has a better view since it isn't as far set back as Fraser. The swimming pool being on the roof gives you a better view to Walking St... and the waterfront.
There is also a outdoor dinner area with a view.

LBM

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]Member #3068

Here is some addition information for Baywalk

Reservation: [email]res@baywalkresidencepattaya.com[/email]
Sales: [email]sales@baywalresidencepattaya.com[/email]

Telephone: +66(0)38 711 300
Fax: +66(0) 38 710 100

Although I didn't ask at Baywalk but I'm pretty sure no joiner fee

Fraser: when I ask the girl at the front desk, she smile to the question of joiner fee, clearly indicated to me that although you are alone you must register the unkown second guest and that second guest when you bring her in to Resort must leave her I.D. at the front desk. Not sure of Third and that is the same as Baywalk.

Although Baywalk isn't as nice in the front as Fraser, I can see why Baywalk has a better view since it isn't as far set back as Fraser. The swimming pool being on the roof gives you a better view to Walking St... and the waterfront.
There is also a outdoor dinner area with a view.

LBM[/QUOTE]LBM, you should start your own "Pattaya Travel and Monger Services" and try to get kickbacks from all the places (and freelancers) you recommend... :)

[QUOTE=Bumholes1]Many online hotel booking agencies show a room rate which looks competitive, until you realise that tax and service charges have to be added.


What's the point of not showing the total price?

[/QUOTE]

They are showing the total price of the room. Taxes and govt service charges are not revenue for the hotel, they are fees generated for and by the local government thus not included in the hotel rates. It is legal and ethical practice for merchants universally not to initially disclose taxes and surcharges in the price of goods/services. Informed consumers know that they are subjected to be taxed and should inquire as to the rates before hand if they want to know it.

When prostitution becomes legalized and hookers are thus obligated to collect government taxes, it will be noteworthy to see if they include the dreaded government tax rate in their service price.

I'm heading to Pattaya in August and I think I'll be staying at the Nova Platinum Hotel. I've read good reviews here and the free internet is a plus. Right now if you book over the internet the fees are 1299 baht per night.

[url]http://www.amari.com/AmariBookingEngine/FrontEnd/frmBookingSearch.aspx[/url]

Can anybody recommend a place just as good and affordable with internet? I'm there for a month and don't want to be stuck in the same place.

I think I asked my question a bit too fast because I'm finding my own answers using the search function.

Same as last trip I stayed at the Dynasty Inn on Soi 13. Think a normal room was 1,600 baht per night.

It is pretty much only mongerers that stay at this hotel, and it is very girl friendly. I had no problem with having two girls in the room at the same time for example.

Good location, not in the middle of everything, but all the action is close by. Get a room that faces towards the garden, since it can be a bit loud outside at night.

Cool thing that this hotel has is a chair that is perfect to sit back and enjoy a beer and a BJ in, I called it "the throne"... :)

Some girlies at work in front of the throne in this picture, and some more if you scroll down from this one ito my other posts in the photo gallery.

[url]http://www.InternationalSexGuide.info/forum/showthread.php?p=901938[/url]

The Scout,

If you are happy with the hotel for 1299 per night, now contact them and get the price for a month if you haven't already!

LBM

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]The Scout,

If you are happy with the hotel for 1299 per night, now contact them and get the price for a month if you haven't already!

LBM[/QUOTE]Thanks for the suggestion! I've spent the last week RTFF and researching other stuff. I booked the Nova Platinum for one week only because I won't be in Pattaya for a month. Afterward I'll extend or I might change to the Pattaya Bay Resort for a week, then spend a week I in Phuket with a Japanese girl, then I'll my unknown story will continue from there.

Maybe the prices are discounted now because it's off season. I booked through [url]http://www.amari.com/[/url] which had the lowest prices compared to other sites like [url]www.agoda.com[/url]

lbm,

thanks to your reports, i just finished a four day stay at the baywalk residence, got a great price at latestays 1, 400thb per night + a small booking fee. great location! large rooms. no tub just shower. pillows have a musty mildewy smell.

front desk staff not friendly. have to register guest. make sure your guest has id.

at this price it's a good deal. will not be back though.

btw, beach road ladies are present, but mostly fugly. only a couple that are doable and i'm not that picky! i'm really disappointed. not sure if this is because of the recent crackdown.

have already book the lk renaissance for my next stay in late august for 1, 750thb. this rate is through the end of october. then high season kicks in at 2, 400thb walked by it on way to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] and asked to see a standard room. it's so much nicer (just a quick visual comparison).

Tryntry - thanks for the feedback. I'm consdering staying here. I may book in for a night or two and check out toher options.

Is the 1750 at LK Renaissance their base room? I stayed in one last year for 1500. Didn't like the tub though and would prefer a shower.

TrynTry,

I'm somewhat surprise that the staff wasn't friendly, the 1st time I went to get the information the girl was extremely friendly and informative. Today I was there and the guy that was behind the desk was also very informative and friendly. But you're the one staying there and the one smelling the sheets so that's a opinion for others seeing this should take into consideration.

Taking the I.D. of the girls are always a good idea especially for the protection of the customer but if they were ruded that is another thing.

Thanks for reporting back on your experience, LBM

Are their discounts for low season?

Is their a girl friendly hotel between beach rd and 2nd road in south pattaya that has sea view rooms and free breakfast and less noisy and under 1000 bht? I can sacrifice internet, pool, laundry etc.

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]TrynTry,

I'm somewhat surprise that the staff wasn't friendly, the 1st time I went to get the information the girl was extremely friendly and informative. Today I was there and the guy that was behind the desk was also very informative and friendly. But you're the one staying there and the one smelling the sheets so that's a opinion for others seeing this should take into consideration.

Taking the I.D. of the girls are always a good idea especially for the protection of the customer but if they were ruded that is another thing.

Thanks for reporting back on your experience, LBM[/QUOTE]They were not friendly maybe when they saw I was only paying 1, 400 Thb. And when I requested extra towels at check-in they wanted to charge me, so I said forget it. Got it from the house keeping crew the next day, no charge, no problem.

Front desk was not rude. Just didn't seem to care if I returned or not, at least that's my perception.

Anyone had any experience in Sawasdee Sea View hotel?

It seems to be right across the beach road and close to all. The price seems to be reasonable at 1100 baht.

desi - roughly 1/2 way between beach road and 2nd road on soi 10. Place is OK - typical sawasdee. Don't remember if has a lift or not tho if that matters to you. They check girls ID and log it after 7pm or do.

right now is better prices because of the monsoon. (4AM here and pouring like a cow pissing on a flat rock - bring shoes suitable for getting soaked. I'm over in Jomtien but the weather doesn't change in 5 km)

1100 sounds like hi season price from what I remember - the one on soi honey inn is 400B. Might look tomorrow and see if "promotion" price avail.

[QUOTE=Run Mann]They are showing the total price of the room. Taxes and govt service charges are not revenue for the hotel, they are fees generated for and by the local government thus not included in the hotel rates. It is legal and ethical practice for merchants universally not to initially disclose taxes and surcharges in the price of goods/services.[/QUOTE]That's a bit disingenuous of them. Pretty much everything you buy has taxes included, but in most countries it is illegal not to display the price you pay for goods (with a few exceptions). Given that VAT in the UK is around 17.5% it could have a big effect on your final bill. I think there is currently a crackdown on airlines offering £1 flights that somehow become £100 when taxes, surcharges, etc are finally added in. And I am always pissed off when I buy something in the States when local and/or national sales tax is added on to the price.

Ny Desiman,

Sawasdee Sea View, don't quote me! But the original Building Swawsdee Sea View I think 3 at most 4 floors, the sign outside on the sandwich board says 699 baht but there is no such thing! The cheapest room available is 700 baht pretty much your basic with no tub. Shower with toilet in the bathroom area. The original building has seen a lot of wear and tear and needless to say the price in that area most likely will reflect that.

Again don't quote me! But the better building and more expensive room like the Superior Rooms is at 1000 baht. The receptionist quoted other rooms more expensive in the next door building which in my opinion use to be Sunview Resort this building is taller and supposely has a lift. The rooms for 1000 baht.. has a tub over shower and room is pretty large but decor of pink and purple isn't my thing. The receptionist wasn't particularly friendly in my opinion gave me the head toe like her shit didn't smell. I was thinking I wouldn't fuck her with a dogs dick. Oh, in the old building, there is no Seaview!

Aside the reception I personally wouldn't stay at this place for the price. If I might suggest within this area,, just a few doors up you might want to try Eastiny Residence hotel. I think this place is within your price range you quoted. Their email is [email]er@eastinypattaya.com[/email] / Their website [url]www.eastinypattaya.com[/url] didn't work!

There is another Eastiny Hotel on Soi 8, called Eastiny Plaza Hotel, for 1200 baht per day but you get a Buffet Breakfast included in the front plaza. I have seen their rooms and it is slightly smaller but clean and nice decor with a worktable, WiFI, and small balconey. Located right in the action!

Email: [email]plaza@easinypattaya.com[/email]

All locations didn't have any Virgins! All said you soil the sheets you buy it!

Good luck, LBM

I usually stay at the 500 baht level as unfortunately that seems to be the price of the places which used to charge 350 baht. But I'm wondering if any frugal visitors have found that the most basic places with air/hot water/cable tv will negotiate down from the typical 500, due to the current dearth of custom?

Thanks LBM (again) for info on Sawasdee. After your report, I don't think it's my type.

The last time I was in Pattaya, I stayed in one of the Eastiny hotels, I think it was on Soi 8, a seven eleven right beside it and bars all along the street. I paid 1200 baht, but the room was small.

Then I moved to Wellcome Plaza. I paid 950 baht/ night on the 7th floor for single room facing the bay. It was quite and I had no problem bringing in my lady (only one I used the whole time as I mentioned in another report). It was allright, except that it was hard on my feet walking up-to the beach road whenever I wanted for people watching, shopping etc. My lady slept most of the day in the room :)

So, I was hoping to find something closer to the beach road around where the Marriot is. Something under 1200 baht may be. No pool, no jacuzzi, no breakfast is allright.

Ny Desiman,

I think the place you stayed at on Soi 8, with the smaller room for 1200 baht was Eastiny Plaza. Well gave it a shot!

Give this place a try, there is another place new! how new not sure but they are having a promotion now for 999 baht, in October the regular rates go to 1550 baht. It is located on Soi 11, up from Beach Rd. short walk about the same as Eastiny on Soi 8.

The room is larger than the Eastiny Plaza, you might want to contact them to see if you can get the promo price depending when you are coming. I don't think the website is working but here is the information.

Baan Sila, 216/111 Mu.10. Pattaya 11, Beach Road.. +66(0)38413-922 ext0
Fax: +66(0)38429-650
[url]www.baansilapattaya.com[/url] Email: [email]baansilapattaya@yahoo.com[/email]

Also, your question from the General Thread,, girls on Beach Rd.. if they are just sitting there or walking around most likely they are Freelancers! If they are working for someone selling items to locals or tourist they have had lots of contacts with Farangs and either way there should be no problem striking up a conversation.

LBM, I think you are right, it was Eastiny Plaza. I will check baansila pattaya.

I heard great reviews about Nova Platinum. Although it is slightly above my price range, isn't it a bit far from the beach road anyway?

Ny Desiman,

I'm not really go at distances but the location of Baansila is just off Beach Rd. it is up from Beach maybe around 100 yards.

If you really want to be near the Marriort, and your'e willing to pay a little bit more. I would back up on this thread on one of my reports and stay at Baywalk Resident for 1500 baht. Very close to Beach Rd. and is located in a courtyard with lots of things going on including outdoor eating at the new Thai Puppet Show. Also look at the review of one poster!

LBM

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]Ny Desiman,

I'm not really go at distances but the location of Baansila is just off Beach Rd. it is up from Beach maybe around 100 yards.

If you really want to be near the Marriort, and your'e willing to pay a little bit more. I would back up on this thread on one of my reports and stay at Baywalk Resident for 1500 baht. Very close to Beach Rd. and is located in a courtyard with lots of things going on including outdoor eating at the new Thai Puppet Show. Also look at the review of one poster!

LBM[/QUOTE]I'm looking a hotel too and Baywalk Resident looks like very good. Location+quality.

So, I wonder Is Baywalk Resident GF Hotel?

And is it noisy?

[QUOTE=Opebo]I usually stay at the 500 baht level as unfortunately that seems to be the price of the places which used to charge 350 baht. But I'm wondering if any frugal visitors have found that the most basic places with air/hot water/cable tv will negotiate down from the typical 500, due to the current dearth of custom?[/QUOTE]

There was a place near Soi 11, about 20m into the soi from 2nd road. It's across from Sawasdee something, next to Lizards something bar. For 350 baht an acceptable room, TV, nominally hot water. No A/C though and wasn't needed last January (1st floor and cool). They even had free wireless from a bar next door. That said, that bar next door had 15-20 rooms with A/C some of which were Ok for 450. Both are 5-10 min walk from beach road (be warned, the soi does flood).

Casparza,

Please reference back on this thread to 6-10-09 in regards to Baywalk Residences and Fraser Resort for their contact information.

As for noise, that is very subjective and being that it is hard to give you a exact answer since one noise level might be o.k. for me but not you. Within the courtyard ( opposite side ) there are many shops and merchant ventor stalls selling T-shirts and things. This is the side that Fraser Resort is located and recently they open a outdoor dining with a Thai Puppet Show right outside Fraser Resort. If you are staying at Fraser Resort and your room faces the courtyard it might pose a problem in regards to noise. But for some like myself I like looking out and see what is going on.

As for Baywalk, personally I don't think you have much to worry about the noise. If you are really picky, ask them to move you to a different location but otherwise I think you would be happy with the area. Can't go hungry and a good location for people watching since they have a few outdoor Cafe in the front facing Beach Road and Royal Garden Mall is next door. Last all the Suites are facing Beach Rd. and oh! The place is Girl Friendly!

Good luck, LBM

Poll - which place would you vote for as the best, GF hotel in Pattaya (if price were no object, but GF and minimal walk-of-shame were)?

The Marriott was excellent, and so I'm going to vote there. But interested in what others think.

Cheers,

-B-

Has anyone stayed at either Pinocchio Guesthouse or Sailor Inn? Both are located on Soi Post Office, and I wanted to find out some/any updated information regarding upkeep of rooms, service, staff, price, etc.

Alos, Natural Beach Hotel, soi11. The last information about this hotels rooms weren't good. Has anyone stayed here recently with updated info?

Mahalo=thanks
and
Aloha !

Dear All:

Sorry for asking before I post, but I will be arriving in Pattaya Mid August for a small trip and was wondering if anyone can recommend a hotel for me?

Most have:

1. Girl friendly, no trouble with any guest I bring back

2. Cheap but cozy, limited budget so I am hoping for less then 1000 Baht a night (don't want the place to be crawling with bugs or smell raunchy)

3. Safety, is it safe to leave valuable inside? Cash, passports, electronics, so on. (Don't want to bring everything with me at all times)

And if possible:

4. Can chill out with an ocean view (or should I just hit a bar near the beach for that? )

5. Near action/convenience? (Have not been Pattaya before, not sure where is a good place to be living)

And importantly, would it be better to book in advance or would it be okay to walk in and get a room?

Would there be a price difference?

Please all help would be appreciated

While I am waiting I will continue to RTFF!

PS:

1. To get to Pattaya what is the best way? Fly to Bangkok and take taxi? Or find a shuttle bus?

2. I'm planning to head to Chiang-Mai afterward, buses up are easy to find? Or would I have to go back to Bangkok for that?

[QUOTE=Happytimes]Dear All:

Sorry for asking before I post, but I will be arriving in Pattaya Mid August for a small trip and was wondering if anyone can recommend a hotel for me?

Most have:

1. Girl friendly, no trouble with any guest I bring back

2. Cheap but cozy, limited budget so I am hoping for less then 1000 Baht a night (don't want the place to be crawling with bugs or smell raunchy)

3. Safety, is it safe to leave valuable inside? Cash, passports, electronics, so on. (Don't want to bring everything with me at all times)

And if possible:

4. Can chill out with an ocean view (or should I just hit a bar near the beach for that? )

5. Near action/convenience? (Have not been Pattaya before, not sure where is a good place to be living)

And importantly, would it be better to book in advance or would it be okay to walk in and get a room?

Would there be a price difference?

Please all help would be appreciated

While I am waiting I will continue to RTFF!

PS:

1. To get to Pattaya what is the best way? Fly to Bangkok and take taxi? Or find a shuttle bus?

2. I'm planning to head to Chiang-Mai afterward, buses up are easy to find? Or would I have to go back to Bangkok for that?[/QUOTE]

Ok time tio give a little back to the forum.

I recently stayed the Queen Victoria in Soi 6 which has really decent rooms with free wi-fi for 600B. No seaview though but you may have to pay a lot more for that. Is close to the action in Soi 6. It may be better to book in advance as they seemed quite busy at times.

They are totally girl friendly and best of all after the bar downstairs closes at about 8 you can use the more discreet fire staircase entrance and wake up the sleepy security guard instead of having to endure the walk of shame in front of the entire lobby which is a big plus.

However get a room on the soi 6/1 side since they set up dueling karaoke machines almost directly below my window and the girls love to scream and sing into the night.

Refer to the airport transport sheet for options and they are still relevant.

Don't take a bus to Chiang Mai, get the train (check seat61.com) for about 700bht for a second class sleeper bed. Its too long a journey and sleeping in buses always fucks up my next day.

Hope this helps.

HappyTimes,

Scroll down this thread and most of your questions will be answer or at least you can get a head start.

Then go to the General Thread, and there should be some information a few pages back as to your question regarding the taxi.


LBM

[QUOTE=Pointy Stick]They are totally girl friendly and best of all after the bar downstairs closes at about 8 you can use the more discreet fire staircase entrance and wake up the sleepy security guard instead of having to endure the walk of shame in front of the entire lobby which is a big plus.[/QUOTE]I don't get it :-) You stay at a hotel where every single male guest brings back a different girl (or two) each night... The reception staff have seen it all before and they are neither bothered nor interested. Just not sure where the shame is, unless the girl is a hunchback with buck teeth and a broken nose?

Seriously, I'm not the most up-front of people, but I just smile and have a joke with the staff while the girl is presenting her ID. Everyone relaxes and there is no embarrassment.

[QUOTE=Happytimes]2. I'm planning to head to Chiang-Mai afterward, buses up are easy to find? Or would I have to go back to Bangkok for that?[/QUOTE]You can flight to Chiang Mai with airasia its only 1 hour flight 1200BTH one way.

Although the Pattaya branch of Bangkok's Dynasty Grande Hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 6 is generally a fine hotel (if you know to ride a motorcycle), the current construction noise from three (!) condo sites surrounding the hotel makes it currently a no-no choice, at least for the hearing-enabled.

The jackhammering, sawing, grinding typically starts at 9 a.m. and sometimes continues well into the 10 p.m. or later hours. Affected are especially the (otherwise very nice and recommendable) Thai bungalows. Sorry. IMHO, it should be over in a five months.

The daily rate is currently Bt. 1,200, VAT incl., for this kind of money you have plenty of choices at the moment.

[QUOTE=Mouse1]I don't get it :-) You stay at a hotel where every single male guest brings back a different girl (or two) each night... The reception staff have seen it all before and they are neither bothered nor interested. Just not sure where the shame is, unless the girl is a hunchback with buck teeth and a broken nose?

Seriously, I'm not the most up-front of people, but I just smile and have a joke with the staff while the girl is presenting her ID. Everyone relaxes and there is no embarrassment.[/QUOTE]

Each to their own, for some its an issue and for others its not. All that's important is that the option exists.

Rats. Really? I was hoping to stay at the Dynasty Grande in BKK and utilize the free van to the Dynasty in Pattayabend of October.

Any other suggestions for how to get from the D Grande in BKK and where to stay strategically located and similar mid type hotel close to the action? Will the construction be done by then?

[QUOTE=Frankfurter]Although the Pattaya branch of Bangkok's Dynasty Grande Hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 6 is generally a fine hotel (if you know to ride a motorcycle), the current construction noise from three (!) condo sites surrounding the hotel makes it currently a no-no choice, at least for the hearing-enabled.

The jackhammering, sawing, grinding typically starts at 9 a.m. and sometimes continues well into the 10 p.m. or later hours. Affected are especially the (otherwise very nice and recommendable) Thai bungalows. Sorry. IMHO, it should be over in a five months.

The daily rate is currently Bt. 1,200, VAT incl., for this kind of money you have plenty of choices at the moment.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Redfield10]Rats. Really? I was hoping to stay at the Dynasty Grande in BKK and utilize the free van to the Dynasty in Pattayabend of October.

Any other suggestions for how to get from the D Grande in BKK and where to stay strategically located and similar mid type hotel close to the action? Will the construction be done by then?[/QUOTE]

As you know there is no real free lunch. If you use the DG "Free Shuttle" you will be charged Bt. 2,900 for the first two nights at the resort in Pattaya which otherwise would be Bt. 1,200/day. Go figure.

In terms of the construction: It's hard to say whether they are done in October, looking at their current progress they might not.

Getting from DG to Pattaya is simple: Hire a limo driver and go. Cost: Bt. approx. 1,000, or if you are a masochist, go by minibus: Bt. 800. Or, if you have wisely limited your baggage take the Skytrain from Nana to Ekamai (Bt. 40), hop on a white-blue AC coach with seat reservation and travel comfortably: Bt. 113. Hard to beat. You will arrive on Pattaya Nua Rd. take a taxi from there to your destination.

[QUOTE=Ny Desiman]LBM, I think you are right, it was Eastiny Plaza. I will check baansila pattaya.

I heard great reviews about Nova Platinum. Although it is slightly above my price range, isn't it a bit far from the beach road anyway?[/QUOTE]When I walk from Nova Platinum to Walking Street I can be there within 6-8 minutes depending when I turn. If I walk to the Walking Street sign aka Beach Road, it takes me 12 minutes.

I just tried to reserve a room at the Pattay Bay Resort. They said they're full. 1 room available on the 11th for 4 nights, 1 room availabe on the 13th for 1 week.

Which Dynasty in Pattaya are you talking about that has the construction...the hotel downtown or the resort that's not downtown. I guess you are talking about the resort...

Last time I did get a free lunch as the van from the Dynasty in Bkk to the Dynasty downtown in Pattaya was free and the room booked online was cheap...

[QUOTE=Frankfurter]As you know there is no real free lunch. If you use the DG "Free Shuttle" you will be charged Bt. 2,900 for the first two nights at the resort in Pattaya which otherwise would be Bt. 1,200/day. Go figure.

In terms of the construction: It's hard to say whether they are done in October, looking at their current progress they might not.

Getting from DG to Pattaya is simple: Hire a limo driver and go. Cost: Bt. approx. 1,000, or if you are a masochist, go by minibus: Bt. 800. Or, if you have wisely limited your baggage take the Skytrain from Nana to Ekamai (Bt. 40), hop on a white-blue AC coach with seat reservation and travel comfortably: Bt. 113. Hard to beat. You will arrive on Pattaya Nua Rd. take a taxi from there to your destination.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Redfield10] Last time I did get a free lunch as the van from the Dynasty in Bkk to the Dynasty downtown in Pattaya was free and the room booked online was cheap...[/QUOTE]

That's what I did as well. The front desk at Dynasty Inn Grande phoned their Pattaya hotel to confirm I had the reservation, then handed me the voucher no probs. I did have to pay for the first two nights before getting the voucher but they didn't try to change the rate or anything.

So, upon my return to BKK from Pattaya, if I again stay at the Dynasty Grande, is it also a free ride back to BKK from Dynasty- Pattaya?

Thanks for the info.

[QUOTE=Fun And Sun]That's what I did as well. The front desk at Dynasty Inn Grande phoned their Pattaya hotel to confirm I had the reservation, then handed me the voucher no probs. I did have to pay for the first two nights before getting the voucher but they didn't try to change the rate or anything.[/QUOTE]

Has anyone heard of a hotel called the Balitaya? It looks to be right next to the Pattaya Bay Resort. A friend told me about it, but did not have any details. I've never heard of it and did not see it when I was there in Feb. I've searched this thread but have not pulled up anything. I am assuming it is new. If anyone has any info, it would be greatly appreciated.

[QUOTE=Redfield10]So, upon my return to BKK from Pattaya, if I again stay at the Dynasty Grande, is it also a free ride back to BKK from Dynasty- Pattaya?

Thanks for the info.[/QUOTE]

I haven't tried going the other way, but the Dynasty Inn Pattaya has posters advertising the free shuttle to BKK if you stay at their BKK hotel for two nights, so I think so. (They have the same posters in BKK, advertising the free shuttle to Pattaya.)

[QUOTE=Redfield10]Which Dynasty in Pattaya are you talking about that has the construction...the hotel downtown or the resort that's not downtown. I guess you are talking about the resort...

Last time I did get a free lunch as the van from the Dynasty in Bkk to the Dynasty downtown in Pattaya was free and the room booked online was cheap...[/QUOTE]

I guess it says in the title in BOLD: Dynasty Resort.

Cool.

I don't want to stay in that one anyway.

[QUOTE=Frankfurter]I guess it says in the title in BOLD: Dynasty Resort.[/QUOTE]

This is from about 12 months ago - probably cheaper now:

DEar sir

daili rate is 1200 baht

Weekly rate is 800 baht

Monthly rate is 700 baht

All this price include breakfast already.

Best Regard

maymay

[QUOTE=Fun And Sun]I haven't tried going the other way, but the Dynasty Inn Pattaya has posters advertising the free shuttle to BKK if you stay at their BKK hotel for two nights, so I think so. (They have the same posters in BKK, advertising the free shuttle to Pattaya.)[/QUOTE]

I'm starting in Patts to and ending in Bkk and was wondering if the free transport was offered for the other way as well. Also, does staying at the Dawin in Bkk count as its under the banner of the Dynasty group.

Thanks Rambis Youth

Got a price from them yesterday, same as if was last year - 1200 baht a day, but 800 if you stay for more than 7 days.

Includes breakfast.

Anybody know whether the noise levels are still so high from the building going on around?

Maybe this is why the price is so low as compared to their site prices of 2000 baht.

I am going to visit Pattaya in November. Having seen very good feedbacks about Nova Platinum, I'd like to give it a try.

My only worry is that it can be noisy. I have no idea about that sorroundings. I've been in Pattaya Bay Resot last year and it was OK. This time I would like to change a bit.

[QUOTE=Thai Rob]I am going to visit Pattaya in November. Having seen very good feedbacks about Nova Platinum, I'd like to give it a try.

My only worry is that it can be noisy. I have no idea about that sorroundings. I've been in Pattaya Bay Resot last year and it was OK. This time I would like to change a bit.[/QUOTE]Not noisy at all - it's a quiet oasis 10 minutes walk from Walking Street. I loved staying there last time, but I've just done a bit of research online, and decided I'll stay at another popular Pattaya hotel for a few nights next week, for variety (just like my women). Will report on it after I leave.

[QUOTE=Piper1]Not noisy at all - it's a quiet oasis 10 minutes walk from Walking Street. I loved staying there last time, but I've just done a bit of research online, and decided I'll stay at another popular Pattaya hotel for a few nights next week, for variety (just like my women). Will report on it after I leave.[/QUOTE]Thanks Piper1,

Sorry, I am bit curious: in which hotel are you staying? Maybe you have better ideas than me.

I am looking for something around 2000 Baht price with good size rooms in Central / Southern Pattaya, and needless to say, girlfriendly!

[QUOTE=Piper1]Not noisy at all - it's a quiet oasis 10 minutes walk from Walking Street. I loved staying there last time, but I've just done a bit of research online, and decided I'll stay at another popular Pattaya hotel for a few nights next week, for variety (just like my women). Will report on it after I leave.[/QUOTE]
I'm staying at the Nova Platinum now for 3 weeks. It's my 3rd time here in less than a year. And although I love it, they just started construction on their 3rd building. The building is going behind the swimming pool, and they've erected a tower crane right next to the pool. It's a little scary to have tons of building materials fly over your head while you're sunbathing. And obviously, there's the associated noise and dirt. I paid extra for the pool view room, as the street side rooms are quite noisy, and I've got a great view of the construction site.

I think I'll be staying at another hotel until the new wing is complete.

[QUOTE=Sorokonozka]Thanks Rambis Youth

Got a price from them yesterday, same as if was last year - 1200 baht a day, but 800 if you stay for more than 7 days.

Includes breakfast.

Anybody know whether the noise levels are still so high from the building going on around?

Maybe this is why the price is so low as compared to their site prices of 2000 baht.[/QUOTE]

I just dropped by there 10 minutes ago. Noise levels are VERY high at the moment due to work next door on a new Nova apartment complex (between Balitaya & the Mercure). They seem to be drilling pylons in for foundations and it was loud everywhere.

For LBM the location is just off the same soi as the Mercure and PBR but on the Pattaya Tai side. It's a 2 minute walk down a dirt / sand road to Soi Buakhao. Contratry to previous reports (I think) there is definitely a swimming pool there but it is small-ish with not a lot of sun.

Managed to find the back way into my current hotel, the Dusit D2 which is only a minute or so away. Paying the attractive rate of 2000 baht nett per night for a weekly rate. In my opinion this is unbeatable value if you can afford it and they give the same deal.

[QUOTE=Rambis Youth]I just dropped by there 10 minutes ago. Noise levels are VERY high at the moment due to work next door on a new Nova apartment complex (between Balitaya & the Mercure). They seem to be drilling pylons in for foundations and it was loud everywhere.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the update.

Price was right, but as usual if it's too cheap there has to be a catch.

I will stick with the Sabai Lodge for now. Been going there for years - quiet, totally hassle free and conveniently close to Big C.

[QUOTE=Sainter21]I'm starting in Patts to and ending in Bkk and was wondering if the free transport was offered for the other way as well. Also, does staying at the Dawin in Bkk count as its under the banner of the Dynasty group.[/QUOTE]

I don't know. You can probably e-mail them and ask, if it's not offered you can probably talk them into it by saying that you will change your reservation otherwise. The times I have e-mailed their front desk they have usually responded in a few hours time and in comprehensible English.

Getting from Patts to BKK seems pretty easy though, there are loads of taxi stands around Patts where they advertise taxi services to BKK. Think it is 1,000 Baht from memory.

[QUOTE=Sorokonozka] I will stick with the Sabai Lodge for now. Been going there for years - quiet, totally hassle free and conveniently close to Big C.[/QUOTE]Is Sabai Lodge GF (or is this a dumb question)? And is it reasonably close to the action? I'm visiting Pattaya mid September and need suitable accomodation.

i stayed at the nova platinum for a week. they allow a late checkout of 4pm. hotel is nice, staff is ok, but the maid (although nice) is slow and noisy so every morning i woke up at 8-8:30am because she's making noise from the glass bottles of water or opening and shutting doors. also she's working throughout the day because people are checking out at random times.

2 days my room wasn't cleaned so i had to request it to be cleaned. 1 time they said ok but never cleaned the room.

internet sucks. there's a good download speed but the upload speed wasn't good enough for voip calls. sometimes sending pictures through e-mail to friends took forever. (internet at the beer garden is faster.)

for 1300 a night i think you can find a better place.

[QUOTE=Louie0520]Is Sabai Lodge GF (or is this a dumb question)? And is it reasonably close to the action? I'm visiting Pattaya mid September and need suitable accomodation.[/QUOTE]Sabai Lodge is GF +!

I have taken as many as 3 ladies with me at a time and never a word or sideways glance from the staff! They will record the ladies' ID details, but only if you request it. Always best if you have any doubts.

Is it reasonably close to the action?. Not really, but I personally don't like to be in the thick of it. The baht bus system is excellent in Pattaya and so you are never more than a 10 baht ride away.

[quote=the scout]i stayed at the nova platinum for a week. they allow a late checkout of 4pm. hotel is nice, staff is ok, but the maid (although nice) is slow and noisy so every morning i woke up at 8-8:30am because she's making noise from the glass bottles of water or opening and shutting doors. also she's working throughout the day because people are checking out at random times.

2 days my room wasn't cleaned so i had to request it to be cleaned. 1 time they said ok but never cleaned the room.

internet sucks. there's a good download speed but the upload speed wasn't good enough for voip calls. sometimes sending pictures through e-mail to friends took forever. (internet at the beer garden is faster.)

for 1300 a night i think you can find a better place.[/quote]

ok name one then, for that money with the pool, it is still a bargain.

stayed there twice this year, never any problems with room, cleaning or any other issues. agreed internet can be a bit dodgy, but most of the time it worked ok for me.
biggest problem with the hotel is indian tour groups - now they do make too much noise and fu*k the place up - breakfast is a nightmare if you go just before 10 am when they are leaving on the damn coach trips. grabbing food with their hands and trying to take it out the door with them just cos they got up late after pissing around in the hotel hallways all night.

however if you time things right it is possibly the best hotel for the money.

cheers, ff

[QUOTE=Thai Rob]I am going to visit Pattaya in November. Having seen very good feedbacks about Nova Platinum, I'd like to give it a try.[/quote]Stayed there in Apr/May 09, the area around the hotel is very quite. There are no bars within 10-15 mins from it. The problem is with the guests. Alot of Arab men there so it gets rowdy. Price is good but don't think I shall stay there again. Also very safe area. Walked drunk from WS through Arab soi with no problem at all.

[QUOTE=Sorokonozka]Sabai Lodge is GF +!

I have taken as many as 3 ladies with me at a time and never a word or sideways glance from the staff! They will record the ladies' ID details, but only if you request it. Always best if you have any doubts.

Is it reasonably close to the action?. Not really, but I personally don't like to be in the thick of it. The baht bus system is excellent in Pattaya and so you are never more than a 10 baht ride away.[/QUOTE]Thanks Sorokonozka,

I personally like the Soi 2 area: there are some good bars and the Sabai Dee soapy nearby, which I have visited a couple of times!

Because it is quiet, then is the perfect choice for me. Yes, it is bit far from Walking street but I've always enjoyed the baht bus trip with the lady of the night.

[QUOTE=Fun And Sun]I don't know. You can probably e-mail them and ask, if it's not offered you can probably talk them into it by saying that you will change your reservation otherwise. The times I have e-mailed their front desk they have usually responded in a few hours time and in comprehensible English.

Getting from Patts to BKK seems pretty easy though, there are loads of taxi stands around Patts where they advertise taxi services to BKK. Think it is 1,000 Baht from memory.[/QUOTE]

Thanks mate. I have emailed Dynasty Pattaya twice. I will try once more and if I get no reply will take my money elsewhere.
Thinking of Areca Lodge.
You'd think in the current climate, they'd be screaming for customers.....typical Thai service I guess.

[QUOTE=Sainter21]Thanks mate. I have emailed Dynasty Pattaya twice. I will try once more and if I get no reply will take my money elsewhere.
Thinking of Areca Lodge.
You'd think in the current climate, they'd be screaming for customers.....typical Thai service I guess.[/QUOTE]

No worries. They have in the past responded pretty quickly when I have e-mailed them, but maybe the one person who they have on staff that speaks good English has left. Only cool thing about this place is "the throne" anyway... (see my posts in photo gallery... :)

[QUOTE=Fun And Sun]No worries. They have in the past responded pretty quickly when I have e-mailed them, but maybe the one person who they have on staff that speaks good English has left. Only cool thing about this place is "the throne" anyway... (see my posts in photo gallery... :)[/QUOTE]

Well, to be fair, as it turns out, their server has been down undergoing maintainence. On the third go I got an error message asking them to email directly (as oppossed to via the site). They responded within two hours.
They have rooms and the Areca Lodge is booked.
So I'm deciding between Dynasty and Flipper Lodge.
Any suggestions folks?

Sawatdee,

Any recommendations on a reasonably priced ocean view location, close to the action in Patong, but not right on top of it, no joiner fee, nice pool and jacuzzi?

Will be going the first week of September (I know, I do things last minute).

Kop koon

[QUOTE=Okcomputer]Sawatdee,

Any recommendations on a reasonably priced ocean view location, close to the action in Patong, but not right on top of it, no joiner fee, nice pool and jacuzzi?

Will be going the first week of September (I know, I do things last minute).

Kop koon[/QUOTE]
I think you've got your bearings wrong, mate. Patong is in Phuket, not Pattaya.

Kop koon krab

On Soi Diana behind Kiss Food Restaurant/Bar on Second Street. Close to the action but not noisy. Some clubs and beer gardens within 30 seconds walk. Five minutes walk to Beach Road (down Soi 11). No extra fee for one girl to the room; 300BT extra for each extra girl. Two swimming pools. Free wifi. I paid 2100BT per night for the spacious Executive Suite - there are Standard rooms available there for around 1200BT.

A few photos attached.

[QUOTE=Fifty Fifty]Ok name one then, for that money with the pool, it is still a bargain.

Stayed there twice this year, never any problems with room, cleaning or any other issues. Agreed internet can be a bit dodgy, but most of the time it worked ok for me.
Biggest problem with the hotel is Indian Tour Groups - now they do make too much noise and fu*k the place up - breakfast is a nightmare if you go just before 10 am when they are leaving on the damn coach trips. Grabbing food with their hands and trying to take it out the door with them just cos they got up late after pissing around in the hotel hallways all night.

However if you time things right it is possibly the best hotel for the money.

Cheers, FF[/QUOTE]I could not to VOIP or even send email at times at Nova Platinum. If no pool is needed then there are a lot of options. If a pool is needed then maybe the Pattaya Bay Resort or Eastiny Residence. I've seen good reviews of these places but I have never stayed there.

[QUOTE=Piper1]On Soi Diana behind Kiss Food Restaurant/Bar on Second Street. Close to the action but not noisy. Some clubs and beer gardens within 30 seconds walk. Five minutes walk to Beach Road (down Soi 11). No extra fee for one girl to the room; 300BT extra for each extra girl. Two swimming pools. Free wifi. I paid 2100BT per night for the spacious Executive Suite - there are Standard rooms available there for around 1200BT.

A few photos attached.[/QUOTE]
Are those rates subject to change depending on the season?

Anybody have info on a non-girl-friendly hotel (preferably but not a must). But must be about 1250 baht and OUT of the action. Me and a couple of wingmen have some female friends coming with us next month. Of course we will be staying on Beach Lode Soi 8, but I was thinking about throwing the broads in Jomtien or somewhere where their noses won't be in our mongering business.

[quote=piper1]on soi diana behind kiss food restaurant/bar on second street. close to the action but not noisy. some clubs and beer gardens within 30 seconds walk. five minutes walk to beach road (down soi 11). no extra fee for one girl to the room; 300bt extra for each extra girl. two swimming pools. free wifi. i paid 2100bt per night for the spacious executive suite - there are standard rooms available there for around 1200bt.

a few photos attached.[/quote]

you never told us you're a former olympic walking gold medalist :d. devil's den and [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] pretty much across the road, plus an assortment of other pick up bars in the soi buakhow/diana vicinity. good call, piper.

[quote=terry terrier]you never told us you're a former olympic walking gold medalist :d. devil's den and [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] pretty much across the road, plus an assortment of other pick up bars in the soi buakhow/diana vicinity. good call, piper.[/quote]i actually walk for hours every day - i rarely take the taxi-trucks or whatever they are called. but i changed hotels to jomtien grand palace days ago. as we speak, i am just about to move into pattaya park resort. wildcat and wildkitten are already there, after we inspected it an hour ago. i left them there to enjoy the facilities while i go back to grand jomtien to pack and check out. i'm using up my internet card now before i leave here.

pattaya park resort is massive and for 2500/night i booked a magnificent two bedroom suite on 25th floor overlooking the bay, lots of kids amusement rides, slides and very large pools (sorry, not really mongering talk, is it?) but it is much closer to the jomtien bars, and only a few minutes to all the pattaya action.

but! just got a stressed call from wildcat saying they did a room-switch on us since we inspected the room an hour ago, so i had a big argument with the hotel guy on the phone. i told him he will give us the suite he showed me an hour ago, or i will complain to the manager. he told me he *is* the manager (fuckity fuck), and after some angry words from me he said i can have my money back if i don't want the suite. so i told him i'm heading back there now and will contact the company head management, and not to make me angry. i'm a laid-back guy, but not when taken for a sucker. you don't wanna see piper angry! grrrr. :mad:

Hi you all:

Will be coming to Pattaya in Dec and need some help with hotel.

Have found this one [url]http://www.opeydeplacepattaya.com/index.htm[/url], and wondering if somebody can help me with some info about it.

Is it a Ok hotell? And the usual stuff." girlfriendly " and all that?

If somebody have a better sugestion, but about the same price and so it would be nice to get.

Only demands I got, is A/C. Pool and balcony.

Thanks in advance.

Goteborg

Gotoborg,

I haven't stay there myself, a friend has and enjoys it for the price and of course the location. Right off Soi Baukhao and across from LK Metro. Action everyone, can't get bored nor can you go hungry! Girl friendly, has a pool but I didn't see no balcony and I understand only WiFi and lobby safe deposit box. Price 760 baht.. yes A/C Your standard basic room nothing fancy but clean. Outside the hotel is a nice Soi that runs to 3rd Rd.. has little beerbars, foot massage and Thai massage. Area is self contain. meaning don't have to go far for what you need. A Family Mart on the corner!

LBM

LBM,

Thanks for the reply.

If no other board member have a better sugestion, i will take that place.

Looks good on the website and they got balcony, and it looks ok for the price

As you say, nothing fancy but i don´t need that.

Thanks again,

Goteborg.

Gotoborg,

Even if you don't like the place, and you like the area, you shouldn't have a problem finding another by just walking out the door!

LBM

Hi guys

Just a quick question : is the inroom safe in Nova Platium large enough to store a laptop?
Thanks

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]Gotoborg,

Even if you don't like the place, and you like the area, you shouldn't have a problem finding another by just walking out the door!

LBM[/QUOTE]The Q is: Should I go to the right or left when I come out of the door?

No just kidding.

Thanks LBM. I'm sure that it will ok at this place.

Now I only have to get some more info about some good places for the fun action. But that belong to an other tread.

[QUOTE=Spider916]Hi guys

Just a quick question : is the inroom safe in Nova Platium large enough to store a laptop?

Thanks[/QUOTE]I think you can store a small laptop in the safe. A 17" won't fit.

[url]http://internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?p=800837&highlight=laptop#post800837[/url]

Some rooms on LK Metro.

Near Soi Buakhow and Soi Diana Inn.

Same street as the Devil's Den

[u]Armageddon Guest House[/u]
[url]http://armageddonbar.com/[/url]
Pros:
* Fast Internet, no problem with VOIP
* Rooms are huge
* Good price and location. I paid 650 a night for big room. * If you stay I recommend the Galaxy room.
* My room had a fish tank, girls loved feeding the fish
* 2 ceiling fans in my room and big fridge
* Friendly Staff
* Alligator in the tank in the bar, pretty cool.
* Open air bar (open entrance) and 1 pool table, many TVs with sports on.
* All bar customers were friendly

Cons:
* Room lighting is poor, needs bigger lights or more. At night I could not see my keyboard.
* Bad smell in the room from the bathroom plumbing. I stayed in one room, then had to move due to reservations but the 2nd room had a more powerful odor so I left. Every girl made a comment about it.
* No table or desk for laptop. I had to bring in the patio glass table which was too small.
* Only found 3 power outlets, all in the corners of the big room. Difficult to plug things in so I recommend to get your own surge protector.

Other Notes:
My air conditioner was not working properly, they had it fixed in 48 hours by Thai technician. Safe is small and not big enough for a 10" notebook.

[u]Metro Apartments[/u]
[url]http://www.metro-apartments-pattaya.com/[/url]
Pros:
* Fast Internet, no problem with VOIP
* Big fridge, small breakfast table with constant power for a laptop.
* Friendly Staff
* Good price and location, I paid 750 for a Superior
* Clean reception/bar area, air conditioned, 3 pool tables in the bar
* Rooms are modern looking except TV, clean, no smell.
* They have a shelf full of books and DVDs you can borrow for free great for watching movies with a girl.
* My room had two air conditioners and a ceiling fan.

Cons:
* Small / older TV. My remote didn't work properly.
* Shower has no curtain so you can easily get everything in the bathroom wet if you're a tall guy.
* Little lighting for the Armoire so I have to pull some clothes out when getting dressed and kind of annoying.

Other Notes:
Safe is small and not big enough for a 10" notebook. Only the 1 outlet works when you leave the room (in case you're charging something) and all other electricity turns off when you leave the room.

At both places I had a balcony facing the LK Metro street, but it wasn't noisy at night when the AC was running. I slept well at both places.

There are two places to get laundry done, the two places are next to each other. I recommend the place closest to Armageddon Guest House. It looks like a bar but the people are nice. Also if you have a shirt, like a real Polo shirt, tell them it needs special attention or it might get ruined. I think this rule applies to anywhere you get laundry done.

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[QUOTE=Spider916]Hi guys

Just a quick question : is the inroom safe in Nova Platium large enough to store a laptop?
Thanks[/QUOTE]
Yes...It's one of the biggest ones I've encountered in my travels.

A local expat resident in Jomtien suggested the Markland to me...12 story hotel on bottom and 12 story condo units on top. Around soi 1 across from the beach with pool. Not sure about internet. Anyone have any info. Supposed to be about 7000bht/wk. Reasonably good locatiion. GF friendly. thanks

Just returned from a great 3 weeks at the Nova Platinum. But they have just started construction on their 3rd building, which is adjacent to their beautiful pool area. It's a little unsettling to have a 100 foot tall construction crane circling overhead while relaxing by the pool. Add to this the noise and associated dirt of a high rise building under construction just a few feet away, and it's clearly not the ideal setting for a relaxing day at the pool.

If you're not a pool person, than this will probably be a non issue for you.

Can anyone tell me the name of the hotel on the soi just round the corner from Tahitian Queen on Beach Road?

thanks
JohntheScot

[QUOTE=Johnthescot]Can anyone tell me the name of the hotel on the soi just round the corner from Tahitian Queen on Beach Road?

thanks
JohntheScot[/QUOTE]


Around the corner on soi 13, AA hotel.

Currently staying at Areca Lodge. There is construction in the rear area, and the pool there will be closing Sept 1 (the front pool will remain open). Best to avoid rooms in the back.

My room faces the front, and there's no noise problem. Late night party music from nearby bars, which is minimal in any case, is easily masked by the air conditioning.

Hi,

I am thinking of booking the Dynasty Inn in Pattaya and taking the shuttle from the Dynasty Grande- BKK late October. I am wondering if it's worth it to spend the extra $7USD and book the Superior Room vs. The Standard Room.

I know it's only $7 but why book it if it's not worth it? How do the rooms differ?

Thanks

[QUOTE=Redfield10]Hi,

I am thinking of booking the Dynasty Inn in Pattaya and taking the shuttle from the Dynasty Grande- BKK late October. I am wondering if it's worth it to spend the extra $7USD and book the Superior Room vs. The Standard Room.

I know it's only $7 but why book it if it's not worth it? How do the rooms differ?

Thanks[/QUOTE]

I say go for the "superior" room. They are bigger, more recently renovated, cleaner, and lighter. Bathroom also has a much nicer shower. On my last stay there I ended up in one of the regular rooms since they were out of the "superior" rooms.

Thanks F&S,

I booked it!

[QUOTE=Fun And Sun]I say go for the "superior" room. They are bigger, more recently renovated, cleaner, and lighter. Bathroom also has a much nicer shower. On my last stay there I ended up in one of the regular rooms since they were out of the "superior" rooms.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Redfield10]Thanks F&S,

I booked it![/QUOTE]

Make sure to make use of "the throne"... (see my posts of a few weeks back in the photo gallery) :)

I'll se what I can do.

[QUOTE=Fun And Sun]Make sure to make use of "the throne"... (see my posts of a few weeks back in the photo gallery) :)[/QUOTE]

Does anyhone know if Summer Spring Hotel has a joiner fee?

And how is the hotel and rooms?

I was thinking about staying in their penthouse.

Thanks for the help.

[QUOTE=Fun And Sun]I say go for the "superior" room. They are bigger, more recently renovated, cleaner, and lighter. Bathroom also has a much nicer shower. On my last stay there I ended up in one of the regular rooms since they were out of the "superior" rooms.[/QUOTE]

I stayed at dynasty INN pattaya a few years ago, have they upgraded they're televisions to UBC or at least more channels. When I was there they only had 12 channels I think

Ploughman mentioned [url]http://www.hotels2thailand.com/[/url] as a site to look for hotels, might have other hotels than listd on [url]www.agoda.com[/url]

Mentioned here:

[post]925839[/post]

[QUOTE=Ploughman]As for hotels (since someone mentioned), FWIW you can sometimes find deals like $40 or $50-off for 3 days (electronic coupons) on dealfinder or travel boards. Orbitz had a recent one with code AORB40. Have done a few trips on those, and in Pattaya it dropped the all-in net per day to $13, even with breakfast and the room booked for 2 people. Sunshine Hotel on soi 8 is probably the best mongering choice linked to Expedia and Orbitz, with Citin Loft another girl-friendly possibility. Expedia also lists the Sawadee places, but I avoid them.

Hotels2thailand.com has lots of places that no one else has...it's run by a Thai travel agency that'll do the bookings via phone if necessary. There are also places like the AA (soi 13) or Nautical (soi 10) that have been around for a long time, are in good locations and can take walk-ins in low season. Rooms can often be a bit tired, though, with not all problems fixed or everything necessarily working.

For first-timers, I'd recommend against booking in Jomtien (too far away from most things) and say to take Naklua or Soi Bua Khaw only if other options in the baht-bus loop are booked out.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Berny X]I stayed at dynasty INN pattaya a few years ago, have they upgraded they're televisions to UBC or at least more channels. When I was there they only had 12 channels I think[/QUOTE]

I don't know/remember, I didn't watch TV very much but think there were a few English speaking channels with news etc, and a bunch of Thai channels. E-mail them and ask?

[QUOTE=Fun And Sun]I don't know/remember, I didn't watch TV very much but think there were a few English speaking channels with news etc, and a bunch of Thai channels. E-mail them and ask?[/QUOTE]

I emailed tham, they said same as before

Fellow Mongers,

I am planing my next trip on christmas and new year.

Now I have included my list to:

Areca Lodge.
Nova platinum.
Sabai Resort.
Sabai Lodge

According to RTFF the aforementioned hotels are GF ofcourse i will write them seeking their confirmation but i always any thoughts and inputs will most appreciated as usual as far as location to walking street.

Yeah, Nova platinum is girl friendly. Just take her to the front desk so she can hand them her ID before heading to the elevator. If you go to the elevator first the security guard will yell at you to stop you.

Guys,

Nova Platinum asking for 2800 THB for room only very expensive i know i am going during the christmas and new year but i was there in 2006 at Sabai lodge and it was only 1600 THB can you help me guys with anything around 2000. THB want to save the money for the mongering hahah.

[QUOTE=Kimo29]Guys,

Nova Platinum asking for 2800 THB for room only very expensive i know i am going during the christmas and new year but i was there in 2006 at Sabai lodge and it was only 1600 THB can you help me guys with anything around 2000. THB want to save the money for the mongering hahah.[/QUOTE]

Since you are not returning to Sabai lodge next trip, can I assume that you don't like it? Can you tell me what you don't like about it because I was thinking about staying at Sabai lodge in March.

Csun 213,

Well as a matter of fact sabai lodge was ok but I need something upper standard don't get me wrong I need to change although when in Bangkok I will always stay at Majestic Grande.

With respect to Pattaya, phuket I like to change the resorts don't know why but I fear that through the years the hotel become outdate or lack of renovation last time I was at Sabai lodge was during new year 2006/2007.

Anyway there is Sabai Resort that I might check it out with respect to Areca lodge it is now definitely not on my list it is very small hotel and I now remember that when I checked it was under construction besides the lobby, restaurant and the rooms seems very standard from their website.

I hope my Agent get me good price at Nova Platinum on Asia Rooms I get rate of 62. US$ Guys any other suggestions for nice resort in south Pattaya with good pool and room near walking street will be most appreciated.

Cheers,

Thailand is LOS

Its been awhile since I’ve contributed anything useful. Thought I would post a bit about North Pattaya, a topic not much mentioned here in the forum. And I know that this is the Pattaya Hotel Forum but in the end you’ll see the tie-in. I strongly recommend this part of town for staying to those of us old farts with a lot of time on their hands. After all we aren’t nuts deep 24-7. Most of us require a little RandR between punts. As mentioned I posted this in the hotel forum in the hopes that while folks are looking ahead to rent they would stumble upon this and truly consider North Pattaya as a destination. While more layed back and quite upscale , North Pattaya is just the place for extended stays and it is still only 5-10 minutes from Beach Road. There is a link or two at the end of this post for rentals info at Wong Amat Beach.
First off the North Pattaya Area begins at Pattaya Nua, or Pattaya North Road. It is where one first comes into town on the bus and also hits the top of Beach Road. It is also where the “round-about” is located at the top end of 2nd road. Second Road becomes Naklua road here after passing the round-about and continuing north.
North Pattaya Area includes the majority of the tallest of Hotels and Condos strung along Wong Amat Beach and is considered the upscale part of Pattaya.
There is a noticeable change in ambience and character here. More like the Pattaya of old. Oh, there are still thousands of girls and plenty of customers but for the most part the customers have become what might be classified as recreational punters! That is to say they tend to be over 40 years old and enjoy a nice peaceful beach, excellent food, lower prices and are able to keep their pants on for longer than just a few hours. They/We are no longer able to brag about how many skirts we raised in 1 hour either. Rather we like to slice off a chunk (when we can) between reading a book, sun tanning or sleeping the day away. Oh yes we still dream about the good ol’ days and occasionally still have our moments.
I just now walked up from the beach to a high rise condo where I have an un-interrupted view of every part of the bay. Condo rental fee? 16,000 baht one month. That’s less than 600bht per night and it includes a fabulous pool, weight room, sauna, poolside restaurant, in room internet, cable tele, 550 square foot beautiful rooms, kitchen, breath taking views, in room safe, 24 hour security and a nice large sea side deck. I was down at the beach having some lunch at a wonderful restaurant (literally on the beach) that consisted of a large plate of breaded and deep fried shrimp and onion rings with a banana shake. Total cost??? 95 Baht!! A nice helping folks! This place is located up Naklua to soi 16 at Wong Amat Beach. Turn towards the beach on Soi 16 and go to the end, make the corner towards the north and continue to just past the Family Mart. You are now at the foot of the older THREE TALL WHITE CONDOS which are seen from the main part of beach road. They are in fact the northern most tall condos in Pattaya and are on Wong Amat Beach proper. Anyways in between the two beachside tall rises is a small soi heading to the beach. Disregard the “private road” sign if you are going to eat at one of the many beach restaurants or are staying in the area. It really is OK and you will have no problems, promise.
Anyways like I said the purpose of this post is to inform our members of alternative areas of Pattaya and encourage those staying a bit longer to check out the north part of town. Generally if you want a killer view room cheaply or if you are just the occasional spelunker you’d probably like this. To be sure it is not for everyone. Most likely not for the under 40 members. Transportation is the only downside. Of course there are motorbikes for rent next door and there are motorbike taxis everywhere but it is about a 30 baht ride to beach road from Won Amat Beach.
Enjoy the pix of the condo I stayed in below and also check out the link to the reality company included in this post. It is a tried and true reality company which is one of the few that offer monthly condo rentals and they are located in Pattaya. I think they have rentals in other parts of Pattaya/Jomtien as well but not sure. Now I know I know what some of you are thinking: I’m spamming for my business……but I’m not. Promise. They have treated me well and I trust them, that is the only reason I offer their link. They sold a Condo I had a few years back in this neighborhood for me and now rented this place to me. Excellent English spoken as well as Thai and Russian (maybe others as well?)
[url]http://property.lospp.com/[/url]

[QUOTE=Kimo29]Csun 213,

Well as a matter of fact sabai lodge was ok but I need something upper standard don't get me wrong I need to change although when in Bangkok I will always stay at Majestic Grande.

With respect to Pattaya, phuket I like to change the resorts don't know why but I fear that through the years the hotel become outdate or lack of renovation last time I was at Sabai lodge was during new year 2006/2007.

Anyway there is Sabai Resort that I might check it out with respect to Areca lodge it is now definitely not on my list it is very small hotel and I now remember that when I checked it was under construction besides the lobby, restaurant and the rooms seems very standard from their website.

I hope my Agent get me good price at Nova Platinum on Asia Rooms I get rate of 62. US$ Guys any other suggestions for nice resort in south Pattaya with good pool and room near walking street will be most appreciated.

Cheers,

Thailand is LOS[/QUOTE]

Thanks for clearing that up.

Fellas,

Give this place a try, instead of always wanting to be in the heart of the rat race!

Central Pattaya, Near the Big C, plenty of Beer Bars, 2 or 3 Soapies to try.. and not so congested but still in the action of things including a Soi from Soi 6, and in between Beach Rd. and 2nd Rd. minutes to Walking St... and at the same time might pick up something on the Songthaw. Also minutes to North Pattaya Naklua, and check out what Wanderlust reported in that area... more Beer Bars!

Try the Best Beach Villa, 362, M.9. Soi 5 Nongprue Banglamung, Chon Buri
TeL: +66 (0) 38 414 666 Website: [url]www.bestbeachpattaya.com[/url]
E-Mail: [email]reservation@bestbeachpattaya.com[/email]

1300-1500 baht? check it out!

LBM

Will be headed back to Pattaya at the end of October, beginning of November. I usually stay at White House on Soi 13 but am interested in the new Holiday Inn (Priority Club Gold Member).

I'll be spending most of the time with my regular but I'll have a few days solo.

Does anyone have any intel on if Holiday Inn is GF or not?

Feel free to PM with the info. Thanks.

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]Fellas,

Give this place a try, instead of always wanting to be in the heart of the rat race!

Central Pattaya, Near the Big C, plenty of Beer Bars, 2 or 3 Soapies to try.. and not so congested but still in the action of things including a Soi from Soi 6, and in between Beach Rd. and 2nd Rd. minutes to Walking St... and at the same time might pick up something on the Songthaw. Also minutes to North Pattaya Naklua, and check out what Wanderlust reported in that area... more Beer Bars!

Try the Best Beach Villa, 362, M.9. Soi 5 Nongprue Banglamung, Chon Buri
TeL: +66 (0) 38 414 666 Website: [url]www.bestbeachpattaya.com[/url]
E-Mail: [email]reservation@bestbeachpattaya.com[/email]

1300-1500 baht? check it out!

LBM[/QUOTE]


Is GF ?

Mastorr

Mastorr,

Yes,

Big Daddy 1906,

The holiday Inn, on a visual look doesn't look like it will be finish by the time you indicated. But of course I don't know what they are promoting?

This hotel is tall, right next to the Amari, near the top of Beach Rd. One would think it wouldn't be girlfriendly.. Although it is a Holiday Inn, it looks HI-SO to me.

LBM

Any of you guys used this hotel lately? I was there about 6 years ago. Location and price was the best. Located at Soi 13 and the Beach Road, nice
view and a small pool in the 3RD floor. Please let me know how is the current condition.
Have a great one!

Razor

[QUOTE=Razor]Any of you guys used this hotel lately? I was there about 6 years ago. Location and price was the best. Located at Soi 13 and the Beach Road, nice
view and a small pool in the 3RD floor. Please let me know how is the current condition.
Have a great one!

Razor[/QUOTE]
Razor, your probably thinking of the AA Hotel at about 13 Beachroad. Right on the corner at Beach Road as you said. It has a pool on the street side 3rd or 4th floor.
I haven't stayed there either for about 2 years but stayed there alot before that. The location is perfect as you say. Anyways as far as I know there has been no renovations or upgrades and should look like it has "aged" 6 years since you have been there! It is still a deal though for the location at 800-950 baht per night. Good security safes and honest staff.
Boukow near Soi Diana Inn is the place for good rooms at decent prices now but of course is much farther from walking street. Large clean rooms about 650 with A/C on both corners of Boukow at Soi Diana. Good action in that part of town though also.

Wanderlust,
Exactly and it was jewerly shop also. When I was there, I already saw that some of the rooms need urgent renovation, well I think is time to look
somewhere else in my next time. I have in mind a few, but still working on.
Thanks for you comments.

Razor

[QUOTE=Razor]Wanderlust,
Exactly and it was jewerly shop also. When I was there, I already saw that some of the rooms need urgent renovation, well I think is time to look
somewhere else in my next time. I have in mind a few, but still working on.
Thanks for you comments.

Razor[/QUOTE]
Hi Razor, PM me if you are able and tell me what area you want to stay in and the length of stay. I can hook you up as I know they types of hotel your looking for. If your not able to pm me just leave the info here, altho you'll get better info with a PM.
Here is a jewel I ran into last year. BUT you must LOVE Hip Hop music to stay here and not mind staying awake till 3 AM! The location is directly across the street from the Famous Lucifer's mid walking street. The name is "Walking Street Guest House" Phone number 0811504628. Free Wi-fi,Hot water, InRoom Safe, King Bed, Refrigerator, 32" Flat screen!! Only 600 baht pernight. All this and clean well appointed rooms. A VERY DO-ABLE CRAWL HOME as well!!! A Downside: Loud at night, Rooms small. Worth a try at any rate.

[QUOTE=Big Daddy 1906]Will be headed back to Pattaya at the end of October, beginning of November. I usually stay at White House on Soi 13 but am interested in the new Holiday Inn (Priority Club Gold Member).

I'll be spending most of the time with my regular but I'll have a few days solo.

Does anyone have any intel on if Holiday Inn is GF or not?

Feel free to PM with the info. Thanks.[/QUOTE]

Just went by the new Holiday Inn top of Beach Road. They are open for business as of a few days ago. As was mentioned it is so very Hi-So looking. Don't know either if it is Gfriendly but sure looks like a nice sleep. What the hey, email them and ask??? I'm sure the folks 'round these parts will have no problem understanding the question.

I have a friend who is renting a Condo 2 Blocks from Walking Street on Pattaya South (Also called Pattaya Tai). They can be rented for 1 month OR longer. In the past it was very difficult to find properties willing to rent for short term but the slow economy and fewer tourists has changed that.
Here is the info. First off the building is located directly east of the Wat on Pattaya South. It is the tall white building (maybe 20 floors). It is a vintage building to be sure but I have been inside and it isn't totally lame. There are some rooms available with a really nice view of the bay and downtown. They typically go for about 12-15 thousand baht per month. Non-view rooms go for 6-9 thousand. You can contact the office or the two shops onsite next to the entrance. There are fliers on the shop windows listing the rooms available and prices. The best thing about this place of course is location, location, location and the ability to short term. Rooms have a kitchen, balcony, bathroom, bedroom and a livingroom. Count 'em, 4 rooms folks! 2 minute stumble back home from beachRoad and walking street.
As said before this is not a new building or particularly nice. About the same quality as AA hotel mentioned a few posts back. Only cheap, easy and located well.
Name: PattayaTai Center Condo
OFFICE Phone: 038-411151, 038-411155
English Phone: 087-834-0028, 038-723 358
Email: [email]SHOOT-POOL@HOTMAIL.COM[/email]

Guys, don't discount this idea of picking a bigger room and settling in for a month or more. It really is quite peaceful, almost like all the comforts of home in the middle of mardi gra. Certainly worth a try. See my post from last week for locations on the North End of town. An infinately nicer choice of properties for a month or more.

I'll be arriving in Pattaya in early November, and much to my annoyance I see that the cost of my usual hotel, Baron's Beach (Soi 9), jumps from 1080 Bht to 1800 Bht on the 1st November. So I'm looking for a different bedroom...

But: I have one particular requirement that I can't usually find out from hotel details, and that is a spacious walk-in shower! I just can't stand showering in a bath with a hose and a shower curtain, quite apart from the opportunities for fun in the shower ...

Can anyone recommend a clean, smart (girl-friendly) hotel in central Pattaya with a walk-in shower? I'm sure there are plenty of them... Around 1000 Bht in November? Wi-fi a bonus, and I don't care about breakfast.

It seems that it will be my stay in Pattaya since it is close to the action price will be 2830 THB for Deluex Terrace facing pool and 2130 THB for Garden zone i thinkg i will settle 2130 THB Breakfast included. for the period from 22/12/2009 till 29/12/2009

Aerca lodge will be in the sum of 1990 Thb and they will charge complusory gala dinner 2000 THb and 2000thb for airport pick up !!! absurd and Nova Platinum is far from action.

Airport pickup at 1600.THB including Toll way fee dont know but in 2006 it was cheaper i think it was 1200 THB for pickup.

I think i can take a taxi from Airport to pattaya cheaper than 1600.

Any ideas fellow mongers.

Mouse1,

Baron is overated and overcharged in my opinion and the staff doesn't seem very friendly especially the car park attendant.

If you are thinking about Central Pattaya, go down to my post date 9/19 Best Villa. Also give Mikes Orchid Resort on Soi 4 in Central
Website is [url]www.mikethailand.com[/url] or direct email [email]mikeorchidresort@hotmail.com[/email] they have been having a big special 40% but not sure in November.

LBM

[QUOTE=Mouse1]I'll be arriving in Pattaya in early November, and much to my annoyance I see that the cost of my usual hotel, Baron's Beach (Soi 9), jumps from 1080 Bht to 1800 Bht on the 1st November. So I'm looking for a different bedroom...

But: I have one particular requirement that I can't usually find out from hotel details, and that is a spacious walk-in shower! I just can't stand showering in a bath with a hose and a shower curtain, quite apart from the opportunities for fun in the shower ...

Can anyone recommend a clean, smart (girl-friendly) hotel in central Pattaya with a walk-in shower? I'm sure there are plenty of them... Around 1000 Bht in November? Wi-fi a bonus, and I don't care about breakfast.[/QUOTE]Mouse

The flipper house and the flipper lodge is around that price ,I will be staying at flipper house next week 898 bht a night at soi 9 ,it might be more in nov but there are so many hotel under 1000 bht in this area .

[url]www.flippergroup.com[/url]

Fast eddie 48

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]Mouse1,

Baron is overated and overcharged in my opinion and the staff doesn't seem very friendly especially the car park attendant.

If you are thinking about Central Pattaya, go down to my post date 9/19 Best Villa. Also give Mikes Orchid Resort on Soi 4 in Central
Website is [url]www.mikethailand.com[/url] or direct email [email]mikeorchidresort@hotmail.com[/email] they have been having a big special 40% but not sure in November.

LBM[/QUOTE]At 1080 Bht I thought it was a real bargain. Don't know about the car park attendant but one of the receptionists was particularly friendly :)

But thanks for the suggestions anyway.

[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48]Mouse

The flipper house and the flipper lodge is around that price ,I will be staying at flipper house next week 898 bht a night at soi 9 ,it might be more in nov but there are so many hotel under 1000 bht in this area .

[url]www.flippergroup.com[/url]

Fast eddie 48[/QUOTE]
Fast Eddie 48, Which room did you get?

[QUOTE=Kimo29]...
Airport pickup at 1600.THB including Toll way fee dont know but in 2006 it was cheaper i think it was 1200 THB for pickup.

I think i can take a taxi from Airport to pattaya cheaper than 1600.

Any ideas fellow mongers.[/QUOTE]I've used the service of Mister T. Taxi several times in the past and highly recommend it: 1000 baht (toll fees included) from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya.

E-mail: [email]mr_ttaxi@hotmail.com[/email]

[QUOTE=Long91]Fast Eddie 48, Which room did you get? [/QUOTE]Long 91,

I just get the standard room BLD A, I been stay at flipper house or flipper lodge every yr the last 12 yr, they offer discount for repeat customer lower than rate on web site. Try to get a room on higher floor it get loud at night in that area. Try email them and ask for 898 bht rate.

Fast Eddie 48

[QUOTE=Goyave]I've used the service of Mister T. Taxi several times in the past and highly recommend it: 1000 baht (toll fees included) from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya.

E-mail: [email]mr_ttaxi@hotmail.com[/email][/QUOTE]Ditto that great never had any problems even when my flight has arrived late.

[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48]Long 91,

I just get the standard room BLD A, I been stay at flipper house or flipper lodge every yr the last 12 yr, they offer discount for repeat customer lower than rate on web site. Try to get a room on higher floor it get loud at night in that area. Try email them and ask for 898 bht rate.

Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]
Thanks! I will do that. Ive stayed at Eastiny Place before but want to change up.

[QUOTE=Long91]Thanks! I will do that. Ive stayed at Eastiny Place before but want to change up.[/QUOTE]Long 91,

I stay at eastiny once about 8 yr ago ,they have problem with dirty water cause by bad plumbing and move to flipper lodge .

Fast Addie 48

Met a girl in Lucifer Disco last night, bought her back to the Baron Beach Hotel. She was 19, the hotel wouldn't let her in, as I was told by the night porter that the hotel policy is the girl must be at least 20 to come in. Tried to offer him some cash but nothing worked.

I have one more night in Pattaya and don't have a hotel yet. Would like to see her, any one know of any hotels where this shouldn't be a problem?

There must be a million.

Try Dynasty Inn on Soi 13. Maybe more than you want to pay, but.

[QUOTE=Marc9477]Met a girl in Lucifer Disco last night, bought her back to the Baron Beach Hotel. She was 19, the hotel wouldn't let her in, as I was told by the night porter that the hotel policy is the girl must be at least 20 to come in. Tried to offer him some cash but nothing worked.

I have one more night in Pattaya and don't have a hotel yet. Would like to see her, any one know of any hotels where this shouldn't be a problem?[/QUOTE]

Try the Eastiny 7, or Soi 7, or Eastiny Plaza on Soi 8, they most likely will pay you to bring her in?

LBM

Hi all

I am considering staying at either Walking Street Guesthouse or Queen Vic, and would appreciate any advice.

Walking Street Guesthouse seems like an ideal location, and very reasonably priced. However my only concern is security. As a low budget place, smack in the middle of the melee, will my luggage be safe in my room?

Queen Vic seems to be a bit of a favourite with this forum. I see the hotel is located above the bar/restaraunt. Does this mean a 'walk of shame' through those wining and dining?

I'm hoping they have a seperate entrance leading straight the the rooms.

I don't think you have to worry about the walk of shame at Queens, The place is located in Soi shame, the lobby and restaurant patrons eating are all shameful and the owner sitting at the bar looks shameful. Shame is part of the atmosphere!

LBM

thanks for the info lbm.

having done a bit more research, it seems soi 6 has an agressive lady-boy problem. i don't much fancy the idea of fighting through a sea of 6ft nutters, after a few hours of drinking!

with the help of this forum, i have drawn up the following shortlist

malee hotel - 700bt
walking street guesthouse - 600bt
anna jet's guesthouse soi 7 - 550bt
galaxy suites - 1000bt

i do plan on visiting [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] and devils den on more than one ocassion, so will probably end up staying somewhere near lk metro.

any suggestions would be most welcome.

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]I don't think you have to worry about the walk of shame at Queens, The place is located in Soi shame, the lobby and restaurant patrons eating are all shameful and the owner sitting at the bar looks shameful. Shame is part of the atmosphere!
LBM[/QUOTE]

On top of that, there is a fire escape at the back of the hotel. You can get to the room with your girl using that and avoid the main hotel entrance completely. In fact after, I think, midnight you can only use this method to get into the hotel. Really not a problem.

I enjoyed my stay at the QV. Reasonable room, TV & DVD and free Wireless. Oh, and cheap as well. What more could you want for a short stay. No pool, but you pays for what you gets. . . I'd go there again. Also, the location is good IMHO.

Cheers

Expatcat

[QUOTE=Chachi420]Hi all

Walking Street Guesthouse seems like an ideal location, and very reasonably priced. However my only concern is security. As a low budget place, smack in the middle of the melee, will my luggage be safe in my room?

[/QUOTE]

You'r luggage is never safe in any room anywhere in Pattaya! Anything valuable must be kept in a safe. WSGuest house has in room safes.

Also try the hotels at the corners of Soi Diana and soi Bukouw just across the street from the very popular girly bar mentioned many times on this forum (the name escapes me..(yup, DRUNK)) 1 block from Lolittas and devils den. Both hotels are GREAT deals on mid range hotels under 700bt. Did I mention GREAT deals??? They really are. two hotels, Opposite corners. One has 24 hour 35bt beers in a big open casual drinking area on the corner, hotel upstairs.

[QUOTE=Chachi420]Hi all

I am considering staying at either Walking Street Guesthouse or Queen Vic, and would appreciate any advice.

Walking Street Guesthouse seems like an ideal location, and very reasonably priced. However my only concern is security. As a low budget place, smack in the middle of the melee, will my luggage be safe in my room?

Queen Vic seems to be a bit of a favourite with this forum. I see the hotel is located above the bar/restaraunt. Does this mean a 'walk of shame' through those wining and dining?

I'm hoping they have a seperate entrance leading straight the the rooms.[/QUOTE]

Recommend the Queen Vic, soi 6. In room safe facility. Separate entrance yes. However, the hotel is some way up from Walking street, several min by baht bus or a 15 - 20min walk allows you to see what`s on sale along beach rd. Numerous times i did not make to walking st, bit of shopping got in the way.

You don't your need to worry much about the LB, at Queens unless you use the entrance in the back more than the front.

The Metro Apartments is directly across from Devils Den, 038 425874
[url]www.metro-apartments-pattaya.com[/url] Email: [email]inform@metro-apartment-pattaya.com[/email]

LBM

Thanks for all you help guys.

I really should just pick one and stick to it.

I have now added Billabong hotel to the evergrowing 'short'list!

Metro Apartments seems ideal.

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]You don't your need to worry much about the LB, at Queens unless you use the entrance in the back more than the front.

The Metro Apartments is directly across from Devils Den, 038 425874
[url]www.metro-apartments-pattaya.com[/url] Email: [email]inform@metro-apartment-pattaya.com[/email]

LBM[/QUOTE]


Metro appartments is a good place to stay but book early as it very popular.

There are alot of decent places on soi lk

I prefer Charlie Place on the corner of Soi Bakow and Soi Dianna. Very clean around 800 b and great people, close to action and good restaurants.

Stay away from Swasadee, poor quality. Pasadena Inn is on Soi LK Metro and looks very good, new. About 1000 b.

Cactus J

Friends, I have been reading up on the Pattaya trend pertaining to the above mentioned hotel and the report seems to be mixed as to whether it is girl-friendly (GF) or not. I have emailed (7 days ago) the hotel regarding joiner-fee and have yet not received any reply from them.

My friend and I will be going to Bangkok in early December and we wanted to spend a few days in Pattaya since we have a total of 2 weeks vacation time. I am entrusted to make the necessary arrangements and have decided on either Citadines (Soi 23) or Sacha Uno (Soi 19) in Bangkok (any negative feedback so far about the GF status of the hotels...?), but I am stuck on accommodation in Pattaya.

I would really appreciate if the experts on Pattaya scene could give me an update on:
(1) The GF status of Sunbeam hotel.
(2) Also the map on the website showed it as located between Soi 7 & 8. Is this a good "action" location?

Thanks a bunch for the kind assistance.

Cheers
normad2020

[QUOTE=Normad2020]Friends, I have been reading up on the Pattaya trend pertaining to the above mentioned hotel and the report seems to be mixed as to whether it is girl-friendly (GF) or not. I have emailed (7 days ago) the hotel regarding joiner-fee and have yet not received any reply from them.

My friend and I will be going to Bangkok in early December and we wanted to spend a few days in Pattaya since we have a total of 2 weeks vacation time. I am entrusted to make the necessary arrangements and have decided on either Citadines (Soi 23) or Sacha Uno (Soi 19) in Bangkok (any negative feedback so far about the GF status of the hotels...?), but I am stuck on accommodation in Pattaya.

I would really appreciate if the experts on Pattaya scene could give me an update on:
(1) The GF status of Sunbeam hotel.
(2) Also the map on the website showed it as located between Soi 7 & 8. Is this a good "action" location?

Thanks a bunch for the kind assistance.

Cheers
normad2020[/QUOTE]
(1) I get different info regarding the GF status, some say 300 baht fee per guest. Someone says that you can book a doubleroom and then they dont charge you a joinerfee.
(2) Soi 7&8 is a very good action location.

Personally I would choose another hotel. Some say Sunbeam is a ripoff. I like the Eastiny group. Eastiny Plaza (soi 8) is a bit to much in the middle of the action but I like the Eastiny Place (soi8).
I know I`ve seen the Sunbeam sign but have never walked inside.

PB

After extensive search.

I booked 1 Reu Thai Paradise room at Sabai Resort for 5 nights from 29/12/2009 till 31/2010 at the rate of 78.US$ (2605.4 THB)cheaper by 32us$ from the rate given to me by my travel agent

I used direct rooms website i think that is a good rate considering that it is the peak season 3 years ago i stayed at Sabai lodge from the same group at the rate of 1650.THB however i think the sabai resort room in paradise room is bigger and better thus i found this rate is good one.

As for my stay in bangkok i booked a Grande Superior room the unbeatable Majestic Grande at the rate of 104.US$ approximately 3432.THB not bad too my last stay was in september and i paid 85.US$ 2805 THB.

What do u think fellow mongers.

Majestic G 2677baht superior on thaihoteldiscount. I dont know how I should read your post. PB

After reading the feedback from fellow members here about Sunbeam, I decided not to take the chance as there are 6 of us and we want to party (first in Pattaya and later in Bangkok).

I have read on the forum that Sunshine is quite popular amongst members. I searched the Web and there are 2 Sunshine located in Pattaya, ie Sunshine and Sunshine Gardens. Before I decide, could I seek some clarification on which hotel is nearer to the action areas and is GF?

Thanks in advance.

Cheers
normad2020




[QUOTE=Primo Bolan](1) I get different info regarding the GF status, some say 300 baht fee per guest. Someone says that you can book a doubleroom and then they dont charge you a joinerfee.
(2) Soi 7&8 is a very good action location.

Personally I would choose another hotel. Some say Sunbeam is a ripoff. I like the Eastiny group. Eastiny Plaza (soi 8) is a bit to much in the middle of the action but I like the Eastiny Place (soi8).
I know I`ve seen the Sunbeam sign but have never walked inside.

PB[/QUOTE]

Just had a week in the above hotel, The hotel is a boutique style hotel which is quite nice but I think will age and deteriorate very quickly. At the moment there is extensive building work going on at the back of the property near the pool, this has been commented on before. The hotel is quite pricey for food and drink, a small beer at the pool side bar is 150 Baht, rooms are priced at 1600 for a deluxe. Worth noting the hotel is very noisy at night, I requested a quiet room and still the noise was annoying, there are a lot of Arabs and Indians using this hotel, I witnessed an argument in the parking lot which is below the 2nd wing, there were 3 Indian guys and a Thai girl and she was very angry, she was shouting at the Indians saying they weren't paying the rate agreed before she came back. I didn't see the outcome but she was well pissed off.

My weeks stay at Nova was good, however I wouldn't go back and I can't really recommend it.


May the force be with you.

After reading through the forum, I have basically decided that my friends and I (6 pax) will stay at Sunshine Residence (new wing) in Pattaya. As I read further on other forum, I came across several reports that mentioned the hotel is racist against Asian. I find that disturbing given the fact that it is located in Thailand.

My questions to the experts on the "adult" affairs in Pattaya are:

(1) Is it true about the racism comments pertaining to Sunshine Hotel and Residence because amongst our group, there are 1 Eurasian, 2 Chinese, 1 Indian and 2 Malay. If it is true than we will certainly not want to give business to an establishment that does not welcome us......

(2) If the racism comment is not true and the author(s) of those reports just want to make the hotel look bad, then we will stay. I would just like to seek confirmation from fellow members here that the said hotel is still GF. We will certainly book "twin sharing" for all the six rooms.

Thanks in advance.

Cheers
normad2020

[quote=d cups]hi chachi,

i'll be going to pattya in march 2010 and am looking for a decent, inexpensive hotel, too. if you go before me could you kindly let me know via pm what you find out? i really appreciate it. i am also looking to sample some of the infamous thai stick there (and in bkk) so any additional info on that is also much appreciated. if you are there also in march perhaps we can hook up. from my forum name you can rightly guess i am into big boobs!

regards,

d cups[/quote]hi d cups,

i have finally decided to stay at the metro apartments on soi lk metro. great location for [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url], devils den, and some good non-pushy bars to relax in. 840 baht (high season). i'll be in pattaya in 2 weeks!

i'll be sure to post my fr upon my return. although they do have in-room wifi, so if i get a chance i'll provide running commentary!

i'm not planning to be in los in march, but who knows!

with regards to bkk. i have been twice, and both times stayed at stable lodge. good location, relatively cheap, girl-friendly, quite at night and fanstastic food. hope this helps.

To other mongers, I just read a report on Nova Platinum hotel and it doesn't seem like it is a good place to stay. I have a reservation for early Feb. I am checking on the flipper house as an alternative. Can you give me some feedback that is up to date. I prefer something that is close to action but is also quiet. Yes I have RTFF.
Mackin

I usually stay at Secrets when I want to be near W.S, but I tried Galaxy Suites for the first time this week. From my experience I’d say the following: Secrets rooms are larger than G.S but more basic. The shower in G.S is above the toilet, so getting showered is not much fun; Secrets’ showers are fine. Both are above bars so both are noisy but I’ve never found it to be a problem at Secrets. At G.S it is very loud from about 8pm onwards, the noise doesn’t stop until around 3am. This is fine if you hit the bars between those times but no good if you want to be in your room earlier than that. I spent my time clock watching lest I go back to the room too early. Just my opinion but I wouldn't return

[QUOTE=Mackin]To other mongers, I just read a report on Nova Platinum hotel and it doesn't seem like it is a good place to stay. I have a reservation for early Feb. I am checking on the flipper house as an alternative. Can you give me some feedback that is up to date. I prefer something that is close to action but is also quiet. Yes I have RTFF.
Mackin[/QUOTE]
Well if you want it quiet you should not go for the Flipper(so far as I know). My suggestion is Eastiny Place soi 8, just over the block from Flipper.
Choose a room located high and facing towards second road. You will find yourself in the action but still very quiet.
PB

[QUOTE=Normad2020]Friends, I have been reading up on the Pattaya trend pertaining to the above mentioned hotel and the report seems to be mixed as to whether it is girl-friendly (GF) or not. I have emailed (7 days ago) the hotel regarding joiner-fee and have yet not received any reply from them.

My friend and I will be going to Bangkok in early December and we wanted to spend a few days in Pattaya since we have a total of 2 weeks vacation time. I am entrusted to make the necessary arrangements and have decided on either Citadines (Soi 23) or Sacha Uno (Soi 19) in Bangkok (any negative feedback so far about the GF status of the hotels...?), but I am stuck on accommodation in Pattaya.

I would really appreciate if the experts on Pattaya scene could give me an update on:

(1) The GF status of Sunbeam hotel.

(2) Also the map on the website showed it as located between Soi 7 & 8. Is this a good "action" location?

Thanks a bunch for the kind assistance.

Cheers

Normad2020[/QUOTE]I've stayed at Citadines in Soi 8 and 11 in BKK and never had a problem with taking girls back to either. Good places to stay as they are still new.

JCL

Thanks mate for the feedback. We have confirmed Citadines (Soi 8) for 6 rooms. What we are stuck now is for Pattaya. We are now leaning towards either Stable Lodge or Flipper Lodge.

Need to read up more on the forum and maybe some kind members can give some information.

Cheers
normad2020



[QUOTE=Juicyclamlover]I've stayed at Citadines in Soi 8 and 11 in BKK and never had a problem with taking girls back to either. Good places to stay as they are still new.

JCL[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Normad2020]Thanks mate for the feedback. We have confirmed Citadines (Soi 8) for 6 rooms. What we are stuck now is for Pattaya. We are now leaning towards either Stable Lodge or Flipper Lodge.

Need to read up more on the forum and maybe some kind members can give some information.

Cheers
normad2020[/QUOTE]

Good Choice Citadines soi 8, farther down but has tuk tuk... for Pattaya why not Bay Walk Residence? Can get a good rate, near walking street etc... Reason you are going for stable lodge or flipper lodge? What rate are they offering you?

Feel free to PM me if you like...

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]Well if you want it quiet you should not go for the Flipper(so far as I know). My suggestion is Eastiny Place soi 8, just over the block from Flipper.
Choose a room located high and facing towards second road. You will find yourself in the action but still very quiet.
PB[/QUOTE]

I've stayed at Flipper House a couple of times and never had a problem with noise INSIDE the hotel, very noisy sometimes outside.
I think Flipper House is a good value for the money.

[QUOTE=Gwailo]I've stayed at Flipper House a couple of times and never had a problem with noise INSIDE the hotel, very noisy sometimes outside.
I think Flipper House is a good value for the money.[/QUOTE]
Ok you know it better than me. PB

Anyone ever stay to the Dusit D2? Do you now if it is GF, and if not, what's the joiner fee?

[QUOTE=Chachi420]Thanks for all you help guys.

I really should just pick one and stick to it.

I have now added Billabong hotel to the evergrowing 'short'list!

Metro Apartments seems ideal.[/QUOTE]Billabong seems decent. They responded to my emails quickly even though I didn't stay there. Their internet is decent also (1.66 mbps download, no note of upload.) I didn't see a microwave in the pictures from their site, but my Metro Apartments and Armageddon room had a microwave.

[url]http://www.billabonghotel.com/[/url]

Definitely GF and no joiner for first guest. Not sure about more than one.

Fantastic hotel

[QUOTE=Rambis Youth]Definitely GF and no joiner for first guest. Not sure about more than one. Fantastic hotel[/QUOTE]Thanks. There's a great deal on Agoda right now. Two nights with breakfast for about $190 total.

[QUOTE=Blaktea]In the past I've stayed at the Oreca Hotel (soi Dianna) because they were girlfriendly and they had a (basic) fitness room. I havent been there for nearly 2 years now, but I was planning on returning until I read the recent unfavourable reviews. I'm due to fly out to Thailand the end of the month and I now find myself looking for a girlfriendly hotel with a fairly decent gym. Staying fit is important to me and a hotel with a gym is one of the first thinks I look for. I was also considering the LK metropole, but again the recent unfavourable reviews for this hotel has soured my intent to stay there. I'm aware the more upscale hotels general have excellent fitness rooms and I would willingly pay the rates if these hotels were girlfriendly. So my question is are there any other hotels that are girlfriendly with a decent gym/fitness room in Pattaya?[/QUOTE]


I am having exactly the same dilemma. I stayed at the Areca Lodge once in 2004 and I enjoyed their rather central location and convenient fitness room along the swimming pool.
However the Deluxe room was definitely already a bit worn out and lust-killing for me. I'd be happy to have an alternative below the 2000THB limit...

Any suggestion welcomed...

anybody stayed at Villa Panalee? How is it?

Has anyone ever stayed at Chan Resort. It seems to be about halfway between Pattaya and Jomtien. It apparently is a nudist resort. Any replies welcome.

[quote=chachi420]having done a bit more research, it seems soi 6 has an agressive lady-boy problem.[/quote]

they've always left me alone. i don't get drunk though. i've walked the soi at all hours.

ruby club in soi 6 has been renovated .. massive mirror above the bed, flatscreen tv, nice & clean, but also not much atmosphere, and typical shoddy construction. 700bt.

[quote=chachi420]walking street guesthouse - 600bt[/quote]

i've peeked in there .. realllllllly basic. the charm of a holding cell. lovely clean holding cell.

In between sessions, and in the morning while the town sleeps and I'm recovering from the previous night, I like to watch the tube. Which hotels have the best satt tv stations? Baywalk has ESPN and great flat screens.

Sabai Lodge has US movies with Thai sub-titles. Great for watching with a friend. Anyone else have suggestions?

[QUOTE=Gwailo]I've stayed at Flipper House a couple of times and never had a problem with noise INSIDE the hotel, very noisy sometimes outside. I think Flipper House is a good value for the money.[/QUOTE]GWalio,

I think he mean the flipper lodge on the next soi is noisy and flipper house is not as bad, there are alot of bar in the area I was there 3 week ago stay at flipper house but I always pick the 8th floor, the lobby and some floor are getting remodel until mid nov, the owner do spend money to keep the 2 hotel in good shape.

Fast Eddie 48

Stayed in sabai inn a couple of years ago

Had a pc with internet in lobby but no wifi in rooms

Does anybody know if they have upgraded to inroom wifi / lan

Would like to stay there as can nip in the back of the belgian embassey when the need takes me

Otherwise if no wifi I would stay atg BJ lodge as I always found this excellent accommodation save I could never pick up wifi signal in my room and had to use the internet room downstairs

William was an excellent host also

Don't really want to book in somewhere like queen vic like to sleep early but need good internet and would like good selection of tv channels.

[QUOTE=Jeff Sinclair]Stayed in sabai inn a couple of years ago

Had a pc with internet in lobby but no wifi in rooms

Does anybody know if they have upgraded to inroom wifi / lan

Would like to stay there as can nip in the back of the belgian embassey when the need takes me

Otherwise if no wifi I would stay atg BJ lodge as I always found this excellent accommodation save I could never pick up wifi signal in my room and had to use the internet room downstairs

William was an excellent host also

Don't really want to book in somewhere like queen vic like to sleep early but need good internet and would like good selection of tv channels.[/QUOTE]

Their website claims that they have WiFi now, but I don't know for sure. You should ask them directly. Incidentally, I don't know when you are looking to stay, but BJ Lodge is fully booked most of December. I'm personally staying at the Sabai Inn for my trip during the 1st half of December, and I really like the place - but I never travel with a laptop on vacation - I simply use a desktop at one of the various internet cafes to check my e-mails.

[QUOTE=D Cups]Much obliged ChaChi! Enjoy yourself in Pattya (I know you will)! Yes, do give us a full report, please :)[/QUOTE]Hi D Cups,

Just got back from Patts, and yes had a fab time, I have posted a brief FR in the pattaya thread.

Hi all,

I spent my first night in Pattaya at the WS Guesthouse. The owner (Johan) seems like a good bloke. He arranged the cab from BKK airport via Mr T taxiz.

The guesthouse is directly opposite Lucifer's on WS. It's above an agogo so can get quite noisy, but hey, it WS!!

It's quite a basic room, but for 590bt it's fine. Nice big bed, decent shower, flat screen TV, in-room safe and free wifi.

It's OK for a night or two of Walking Street debauchery, but not for a week or two.

[url]http://walkingstreetguesthouse.com/[/url]

[url]http://www.liquidloungepattaya.com/home.html[/url]

I moved here to get away from walking street. The guestrooms are above the bar on the corner of Soi Buakhao and Soi LK Metro.

I wanted a large room, but there was only a small room available. The small room was pretty big, twice the size of the room i had on walking street.

Private entrance, or you can go throught the bar until 02.00am. In-room safe, free wifi and balcony. There is no lift, but only max 2 flights of stairs.

For 600bt this room was great value. I think the large rooms have a kitchen and are 800bt.

I barfined a few girls from the bar, but not a great selection. However i was talking to the new gaffer who assured me he was looking to add some decent talent to the staff.

All in all, well worth the money.

Chachi420,

Did your room at Liquid Lounge have a microwave?

[QUOTE=The Scout]Chachi420,

Did your room at Liquid Lounge have a microwave?[/QUOTE]


No there was no microwave, but the larger rooms do have fully equiped kitchens including microwave.

I did eat the odd early morning cold leftover pizza!

If you do book, go for the large room. 800bt is value for money.

Guys,

Do any of you know if the Pattaya Marriott on Beach Rd. is girl-friendly? I have rewards points and would like to stay there.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Common Sense]Guys,

Do any of you know if the Pattaya Marriott on Beach Rd. is girl-friendly? I have rewards points and would like to stay there.

Thanks[/QUOTE]
Yes it is.

[QUOTE=Common Sense]Guys,

Do any of you know if the Pattaya Marriott on Beach Rd. is girl-friendly? I have rewards points and would like to stay there.

Thanks[/QUOTE]

It was gf when I was there 3 years ago. I suppose things can change. I personally thought it was a great property. Super location. You can enter the hotel from a side door to the mall. The elevator is right there so you don't have to walk past reception. Although someone is sometimes posted there, it was never a problem. Enjoy and give a report. A recent poster complained about the place...but I can't imagine Marriott would let their standards slide.

[QUOTE=Jeff Sinclair]Stayed in sabai inn a couple of years ago

Had a pc with internet in lobby but no wifi in rooms

Does anybody know if they have upgraded to inroom wifi / lan

[/QUOTE]

If you mean Sabai Lodge, Soi 1 and 2, yes they have in room wi-fi now.

[QUOTE=Naked Gunz]If you mean Sabai Lodge, Soi 1 and 2, yes they have in room wi-fi now.[/QUOTE]
He meant the Sabai Inn across the street from the Sabai Lodge. Which is why he said the Sabai Inn.

Marriott extremely GF. Even brought in girls from Beach Road and no one batted an eye. You can also go in the back from the Mall side and not pass the front desk. Great gym too if you are interested in other types of exercise.

Sorry I asked

Just joking

Thanks for the replies

It seems they have upgraded their it systems and now have in room wifi

Sabai inn is the one on soi 2 on the right with your back to beach road

Will be staying their late January.

Thanks,

Hope to spend a lot of time in the coconut bar area and soi 6.

Does the Flipper house have in room safes / Wifi?

I couldn`t find any info on their site.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Rio Crawler1]Does the Flipper house have in room safes / Wifi?

I couldn`t find any info on their site.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Rio,

Flipper have safe in the front desk only,most 3 star hotel in Pattaya don't have in room safe.

Fast Eddie 48

just spent 2 nights there. i think a little overpriced but ok, around 1600/night off agoda. superior seaview 6th floor room with lan (didn't try it), in room safety box (small), breakfast (didn't make it). good ac, good pool, almost got raped on the sun-lounger by a girl i fed too many tequilas to in the afternoon who came back for a swim.

gf for the first, 300 for each one after that. didn't seem too busy last week. noise from the bars wasn't really a problem. some good bars/ladies down soi 8. bit of a hike to ws.

Just done a forum search, no info came up. Does anyone know if the Citin loft hotel is girl friendly? There are some good prices available for this hotel and it gets good reviews, it is off my usual turf but my last stay in Pattaya at Nova Platinum was iffy.

May the force be with you.

Stayed at LK Renaissance one year ago, and was generally pleased with the place. Location to my liking, room decent, food ok.

Making another trip next month, and travel agent who I generally trust is telling me the LK Renaissance has gone down hill. Claims it is beginning to be sort of shabby and now recommends a place called Hotel Vista.

Anyone out there able to provide direct comparison of the two places? Or recent details about either one?

Thanks much guys.

Not sure if this was posted yet, but here's a great site full of places to stay in Pattaya and Bangkok from hotels to apartments.

[url]http://www.soidb.com/en/pattaya/index.html[/url]

I have a mate coming Into BKK for a few days then off to Patt’s. I would normally put a mate up at my place but he has this thing about wanting his own space, so be it.

I am going to book him into Livingstone’s Lodge as The Pro seems to hate it so that means it must be the greatest hotel in Asia, if not the universe and my mate like’s soi 33 anyway.

My question is more about Patt’s. I have heard Pattaya Secrets is cool.

I am not looking for the low down on these hotels and or every other hotel in Patt’s just a senior member to confirm that they are not dumps and my mate will be well taken care of as I cannot be with him. Even though I pop into Patt’s about once every 6 months I never stay and just head back home to Bangers so my hotel knowledge is not that good.

Price is not an issue within reason, just guest friendly, nice inside and good location for the ladies.

Hi guys,

I am planning a trip to Pattaya, I was wondering if anyone has any experience with Holiday Inn Pattaya? Is it girl friendly establishment? Location from the happening scenes. Etc

Much appreciated.

[QUOTE=Big Kev]Stayed at LK Renaissance one year ago, and was generally pleased with the place. Location to my liking, room decent, food ok.

Making another trip next month, and travel agent who I generally trust is telling me the LK Renaissance has gone down hill. Claims it is beginning to be sort of shabby and now recommends a place called Hotel Vista.

Anyone out there able to provide direct comparison of the two places? Or recent details about either one?

Thanks much guys.[/QUOTE]Stayed in a one bedroom suite in LK Renaissance last month. The hotel is in great condition and I had no complaints at all. I'm going back to Pattaya in January and have booked there again. Excellent hotel.

Hi,

Long time lurker. First time poster. Am going to Thailand for the first time. And deciding on the hotels. Does anyone know whether Frazer resort is GF.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Cumsutra]Hi,

Long time lurker. First time poster. Am going to Thailand for the first time. And deciding on the hotels. Does anyone know whether Frazer resort is GF.

Thanks[/QUOTE]

Fraser is GF no joiner fees

[QUOTE=LukeSkyWanker]Just done a forum search, no info came up. Does anyone know if the Citin loft hotel is girl friendly? There are some good prices available for this hotel and it gets good reviews, it is off my usual turf but my last stay in Pattaya at Nova Platinum was iffy.

May the force be with you.[/QUOTE]Just like LukeSkyWanker I'm also interested to know if the Citin Loft Hotel is girlfriendly. Can anyone advise us about this matter?
Hereby the website of the Citin Loft Hotel:

[url]http://www.citinloftpattaya.com/index.html[/url]

Mike

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Fraser is GF no joiner fees[/QUOTE]Thanks Tansak. Really appreciate it.

Generally is bringing girls to the hotel an issue in Pattaya especially since it is kinda expected from single/male tourists.

Never been to Thailand so apologies in advance if I sound dumb/naive.

[QUOTE=Mike Bel]Just like LukeSkyWanker I'm also interested to know if the Citin Loft Hotel is girlfriendly. Can anyone advise us about this matter?
Hereby the website of the Citin Loft Hotel:

[url]http://www.citinloftpattaya.com/index.html[/url]

Mike[/QUOTE]

Just send them an email and ask, most hotels are upfront about their guest policies.

After trying to find out if the above hotel is GF, I read some reports saying drinks are very expensive and false charges have been padded onto the bill.
Decided to return to LK Renaisance again which is in a perfect location.
I arrive on the 5th Dec anybody want to meet up for a beer PM me or visit soi 6 during the afternoon, just look for a guy who has a bintang vest on and his cock in a Thai girls mouth.


May the force be with you.

[QUOTE=LukeSkyWanker]After trying to find out if the above hotel is GF, I read some reports saying drinks are very expensive and false charges have been padded onto the bill.

Decided to return to LK Renaisance again which is in a perfect location.

I arrive on the 5th Dec anybody want to meet up for a beer PM me or visit soi 6 during the afternoon, just look for a guy who has a bintang vest on and his cock in a Thai girls mouth.

May the force be with you.[/QUOTE]I was in Citin Loft beginin of November, great hotel with very comfortable and moderns rooms.

No problem to bring back girls: it's GF

Just be careful with the room bar: they tried to charge me 2 cans I didn't drink! Just an advice: when you check in verify if not missing something in the bar.

[QUOTE=Broadfield]Hi guys,

I am planning a trip to Pattaya, I was wondering if anyone has any experience with Holiday Inn Pattaya? Is it girl friendly establishment? Location from the happening scenes. Etc

Much appreciated.[/QUOTE]It's on North end of Pattaya Beach on Beach Rd. So you have Soi 2 bars, soapies and other bars on Second Rd. It's expensive, but I was lucky to get a room for $30US. Showers have a glass wall that faces the bedroom. All rooms have a view of the bay.

[QUOTE=Aruncuckoo]Hi,

Can any one tell me if LK Mansion has wifi or inroom broadband connection? Also can any one advice me how to make booking in any of LK group hotels, their website is behaving strangely, not taking any where.

Arun[/QUOTE]
Just get a laptop card at Tukom and you dont have to worry about internet at any hotel.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Fraser is GF no joiner fees[/QUOTE]Tansak Ktv,

Sure its guest friendly. As have been told its not?

Cheers

Tim

[QUOTE=Broadfield]Hi guys,

I am planning a trip to Pattaya, I was wondering if anyone has any experience with Holiday Inn Pattaya? Is it girl friendly establishment? Location from the happening scenes. Etc

Much appreciated.[/QUOTE]Have not stayed there as it is new, but have read that they have a joiner fee for 2, 000 thb. Ouch!

Not sure if this is true. But:

[url]http://www.Flyertalk.com/forum/intercontinental-hotels-priority-club-inter-continental-ambassador/980110-holiday-inn-Pattaya.html[/url]

Read posts 11-13

Hope someone can verify.

[QUOTE=Naked Gunz]Just get a laptop card at Tukom and you dont have to worry about internet at any hotel.[/QUOTE]What is a laptop card, how fast is it, and what's the estimated cost?

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Fraser is GF no joiner fees[/QUOTE]

Fraser needs to be GF cos its not customer friendly !!!

Good Location, nice hotel, crap in all other respects inc service and facilities.
Breakfast is shit to average and the hotel is noisy too!!

Cheers, FF

I'm staying here now, in the Residence section. Paid 1600 Bht per night.

Unimpressed.

Poor start at reception when they struggled to find my booking and insisted I print it out at the local internet cafe. I refused and showed all the details to them on my laptop. They then threw the key down on the counter in my general direction.

Rooms are good size, but a bit drab. Bathroom is old and a bit mildewy. Bath and shower rather than my preferred walk-in shower. Aircon cannot be turned up above nominal 24C, so it is either too cold to sleep or stuffy. There is no internet access from the room.

The rooms are noisy (OK, it is on Soi 8, that's not their fault), both in the evening and the morning. But convenient location.

I didn't want to go to the Baron Beach Hotel because in high season its price is 1800 Bht. However it is a much superior hotel, and much better value, especially on the quiet side of the building.

Would I return? No.

Just to confirm is LK Renaisance girl friendly?

[QUOTE=Thaihotels]Tansak Ktv,

Sure its guest friendly. As have been told its not?

Cheers

Tim[/QUOTE]

Yes it has a joiner fee for beyond 1 girl but lately it was full up of gays for some reason.

[QUOTE=Wheal123]Just to confirm is LK Renaisance girl friendly?[/QUOTE]Totally GF.

Very good hotel in a great area.

ThaiLearner linked to a bunch of Hotels / Guest Houses on or near Soi LK Metro.

[post]960329[/post]

Can anyone suggest a hotel for 7 day stay from 30th Dec to 6th Jan, girlfriendly, room with aircondition and bathtub. Swimming pool at hotel preferable.

Whats the cheapest I can get with the above options?

[QUOTE=Soapy]Can anyone suggest a hotel for 7 day stay from 30th Dec to 6th Jan, girlfriendly, room with aircondition and bathtub. Swimming pool at hotel preferable.

Whats the cheapest I can get with the above options?[/QUOTE]

Try Flipper House [url]http://www.flippergroup.com[/url]

[QUOTE=LukeSkyWanker]After trying to find out if the above hotel is GF, I read some reports saying drinks are very expensive and false charges have been padded onto the bill.
Decided to return to LK Renaisance again which is in a perfect location.
I arrive on the 5th Dec anybody want to meet up for a beer PM me or visit soi 6 during the afternoon, just look for a guy who has a bintang vest on and his cock in a Thai girls mouth.


May the force be with you.[/QUOTE]
Yes, girl friendly. Yes, the minibar is absurdly expensive, but there is a FamilyMart about a minute's walk from the hotel. No bill-padding on my bill - 240bt under what it should've been, in fact. No probs about location because the hotel's songtheaw service is excellent and the place is only a few minutes walk from Bukhaow and 2nd Road anyway. Two big downsides for me: The swimming pool is crap; the cleaner on floor five is crap and dishonest (not a thief, just didn't do her job and lied to her boss when I complained). Never got the room cleaned properly and she didn't get a tip. TIT.

[QUOTE=Gwailo]Try Flipper House [url]http://www.flippergroup.com[/url][/QUOTE]Thanks, this looks good.

I stayed there in September. Service (reception) sucked. Totally uninspired as if they don't want your business. I paid something like 1700B per night.

When I wanted to take back three girls to my room they just refused saying there's a two girl max policy. It was also no use discussing it as they would not listen to me anymore. They wouldn't even consider extra joiner fees. That's what I mean by they SUCK. I checked out immediately.

Anyway, any of you know if there's really a max number of guests you can take up to your room?

Flipper Lodge will probably already be sold out for a peak week like that. You might try one of the Eastiny group of hotels that are on the same Soi - this includes Eastiny Inn, Eastiny Place, and Eastiny Plaza, all within 100 meters of each other. I'm going to be at the Eastiny Inn next week.

mates, i have received many pms asking me on my "feel" for pasadena lodge since i am now staying there. instead of replying to each and everyone of them i have decided to post my two cents worth (this is not an advertisement as i am not connected to the owner nor have i any vested interest except as a service to my fellow forum members to evaluate on another hotel in pattaya):

(1) the place is new (less than 2 yrs old....i believe);

(2) rooms are clean with in-room safety box;

(3) aircon is cold (controllable) and all amenities fully functional;

(4) bed is firm (not hard) and great for "fun" and sheets are clean (no unnecessary stains);

(5) internet is free (wifi) in the room;

(6) they always take the lady's id when you bring one back for overnight;

(7) 24-hrs security;

(8) on your left is devil's den and on your right is [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] (what more can you asked...hehehehe);

(9) beer bars is everywhere (soi diana & lk metro) and the girls here are not so harden as walking street; and

(10) walking street, soi 6,7 & 8 are all a baht bas away.

reason my friends did not want to stay there is because they are more use to big luxury looking lobby. that pasadena lodge does not have. its entrance is very cosy and full of green plants. to me it is very relaxing.

will i stay here again....definitely.

btw the lady manager (ae) is really charming and "delicious"...hahahaha

cheers
normad2020

Appreciate the Info. I had tried to book myself in there for January but nothing available in my time frame. SO I am across the street at the Billabong. Just spent 8 nights at Queen Victoria on Soi 6, which is OK, but having spent a lot of time there in the past years it was time for a change. Plus, as we know, Thai fems have great memory so new ground must be found. So will try the LK Metro area.

[QUOTE=Normad2020]Mates, I have received many PMs asking me on my "feel" for Pasadena Lodge since I am now staying there. Instead of replying to each and everyone of them I have decided to post my two cents worth (this is not an advertisement as I am not connected to the owner nor have I any vested interest except as a service to my fellow forum members to evaluate on another hotel in Pattaya):

Snipped[/QUOTE]

Nothing but a good experience for me at the Nova Platinum. Am suprised its not more popular. Around 1450 baht inclusive on Agoda with GOOD wifi included in rooms. Pool is pretty nice and reception is pleasant. Get a room facing away from beach if possible since there is construction off behind the hotel.

I actually like the location , its pretty convenient to get anywhere. No problem bringing 2 friends, they just check id's.

My 2 centavos

[QUOTE=Nocal]Nothing but a good experience for me at the Nova Platinum. Am suprised its not more popular. Around 1450 baht inclusive on Agoda with GOOD wifi included in rooms. Pool is pretty nice and reception is pleasant. Get a room facing away from beach if possible since there is construction off behind the hotel.

I actually like the location , its pretty convenient to get anywhere. No problem bringing 2 friends, they just check id's.

My 2 centavos[/QUOTE]
It's very popular and still is a good bargain. However, there's been a disturbing trend occurring there as of late which may be turning some people off.

Billabong looks okay and I had a look at thier largest room which is 800baht. Not too bad except a bit old. Greg (the owner) is a great guy....

Hope you find a place....enjoy your stay.



[QUOTE=Jgm005]Appreciate the Info. I had tried to book myself in there for January but nothing available in my time frame. SO I am across the street at the Billabong. Just spent 8 nights at Queen Victoria on Soi 6, which is OK, but having spent a lot of time there in the past years it was time for a change. Plus, as we know, Thai fems have great memory so new ground must be found. So will try the LK Metro area.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Run Mann]It's very popular and still is a good bargain. However, there's been a disturbing trend occurring there as of late which may be turning some people off.[/QUOTE]

I am booking Areca for 1st time now for a change of scenery .
Really intrigued as I hadnt noticed any changes at Nova since last visit. Whats the disturbing trend that you mentioned?

[QUOTE=Nocal]I am booking Areca for 1st time now for a change of scenery .
Really intrigued as I hadnt noticed any changes at Nova since last visit. Whats the disturbing trend that you mentioned?[/QUOTE]

Will spare the board this one but since "you're really intrigued" send me a PM for the rejoinder.

Can anyone suggest a good hotel max 1500 baht a night with a good location? We are 3 guys coming to Pattaya for the 1st time on 1.1-4.1. So it is high season and the recommended flipper lodge is fully booked at least according to their web site. What is the best service on the internet to make a booking or should we just travel there without a booking and get rooms then? We prefer 3 single rooms which gives enough room and privacy for some action.

[QUOTE=Pekkakoo]Can anyone suggest a good hotel max 1500 baht a night with a good location? We are 3 guys coming to Pattaya for the 1st time on 1.1-4.1. So it is high season and the recommended flipper lodge is fully booked at least according to their web site. What is the best service on the internet to make a booking or should we just travel there without a booking and get rooms then? We prefer 3 single rooms which gives enough room and privacy for some action.[/QUOTE]

I can get a good discount at a hotel right on Beach Road near Walking street, very near walking street, for around that price for a regular room. Unfortunately as this property does me favors I don't want to post it if you're interested PM me.

Believe single room is 1600 or so but it is right on beach road right near walking street. With internet tax included. I'll be there and a few other ISG members about three or four of us will be there Jan 4 to Jan 10 also.

Amari has added another hotel to their chain in Pattaya named Amari Nova Gold. It’s an excellent hotel but the location sucks big time. No regular Baht Bus on its route so some Motor-Bike drivers are smelling blood and are trying to gorge some people. Still, NG is an excellent hotel with swimming pool and fitness center. Last week they had (daily) promotional rates of 791B, the rooms have computers and internet access but the (super) promotional rates are now history. They do have a Tuk-Tuk service to transport guests to Big C, but unless you have your own transportation, the location will be an inhibitor for many.

[url]http://www.oamhotels.com/novagold/[/url]

I am planning a trip to Pattaya for the last two weeks in February. I have been RTFF looking for the right hotel. Lots of good information but as this is my first trip to Thailand I was hoping for some recommendations.

I am looking for a hotel with a safe in my room (of course), good wifi as I will be using my computer for phone calls, English TV, pool, some type of fitness center, a balcony and of course GF. Also, a good location away from the noise so I can sleep late in the morning. Having a large shower with a bath that fits two (as I have seen in many pics) would be a plus.

I am flexible on price but would like to limit it to around 3000thb per night.
The travel agency knows why I am going (heh heh heh) but I don't like the hotels he has recommended.

Thanks in advance for all you help.

[QUOTE=Otto1111]... I am looking for a hotel with a safe in my room (of course), good wifi as I will be using my computer for phone calls, English TV, pool, some type of fitness center, a balcony and of course GF. Also, a good location away from the noise so I can sleep late in the morning. Having a large shower with a bath that fits two (as I have seen in many pics) would be a plus.

I am flexible on price but would like to limit it to around 3000thb per night...[/QUOTE]

Have a look at [url="http://www.pattayaone.com/"]http://www.pattayaone.com[/url]. The design of this website is poor, but there is valuable information about hotels in Pattaya.

For instance, [url="http://www.pattayaone.com/jacuzzi.html"]this webpage[/url] lists hotels that have jacuzzi in their bathrooms.

[QUOTE=Otto1111]I am planning a trip to Pattaya for the last two weeks in February. I have been RTFF looking for the right hotel. Lots of good information but as this is my first trip to Thailand I was hoping for some recommendations.

Thanks in advance for all you help.[/QUOTE]

I have been to Pattaya twice this year. First time I stayed in Sandy Spring Hotel and the second time at LK renaissance. Both are recommended. LK is higher quality, but has a marginally worse location.

Both will suit your needs well.

Junior

Otto1111, if you can dig up some extra money, you can´t beat the Marriott for what you are looking for. (have bath tubs but the bathrooms are a bit small).

Hi guys, sorry to bother you but I would like to get some recommendation on some of the hotels that I have read here. 2 friends and I will be coming to Pattaya for the first time and would like some help in determining which hotels to book.

We are looking at a few Hotels from the reviews. We are leaning towards

Flipper House
Flipper Lodge (might be too noise?)
Metro Apartment
Queen Victoria Inn
Pasadena Lodge

Can you tell us anything about them as far as location? We would like to stay close to the action but not too close due to the noise.

We are leaning towards The Metro Apartment looks nice from the website and has microwave which might come in handy in warming cold pizza.

Don't need a pool because we will never use it however we do want to have an in room safe. We would like to stay under 1500B since we are not sure how much money we will be spending. Thanks for any help.

I have been to Flipper house that is where a friend of mine stays the room was good and the price about 800bht. It should be good since your right in the middle of the action right out the front door of your hotel.

Italian guy just my 2cents.

[QUOTE=Csun213]Hi guys, sorry to bother you but I would like to get some recommendation on some of the hotels that I have read here. 2 friends and I will be coming to Pattaya for the first time and would like some help in determining which hotels to book.

We are looking at a few Hotels from the reviews. We are leaning towards

Flipper House

Flipper Lodge (might be too noise?)

Metro Apartment

Queen Victoria Inn

Pasadena Lodge

Can you tell us anything about them as far as location? We would like to stay close to the action but not too close due to the noise.

We are leaning towards The Metro Apartment looks nice from the website and has microwave which might come in handy in warming cold pizza.

Don't need a pool because we will never use it however we do want to have an in room safe. We would like to stay under 1500B since we are not sure how much money we will be spending. Thanks for any help.[/QUOTE]

I can not speak for the other hotels on your list but for the Queen Victoria I've stayed there MANY times. It is right in the middle of the Soi 6 action. Walk out the front door and you are handsome man by many ladies. Walk out the back door and you are handsome man by many LB's on Soi 6/1. No, not my thing! It can be VERY noisy if someone is having a birthday party at a place near the QV on either Soi 6 or Soi 6/1. The moterbike taxi group on Soi 6/1 right behind QV do tend to play their music LOUD. Rooms are basic, free wifi but no microwave for your cold pizza.

[QUOTE=Csun213]Hi guys, sorry to bother you but I would like to get some recommendation on some of the hotels that I have read here. 2 friends and I will be coming to Pattaya for the first time and would like some help in determining which hotels to book.

We are looking at a few Hotels from the reviews. We are leaning towards

Flipper House
Flipper Lodge (might be too noise?)
Metro Apartment
Queen Victoria Inn
Pasadena Lodge

Can you tell us anything about them as far as location? We would like to stay close to the action but not too close due to the noise.

[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Csun213]Hi guys, sorry to bother you but I would like to get some recommendation on some of the hotels that I have read here. 2 friends and I will be coming to Pattaya for the first time and would like some help in determining which hotels to book....[/QUOTE]

I suggest you check out The Green Hotel in the middle of Soi 9. I haven't been there for a while. But it was a quiet place when I stayed there. It was within a walking distance to the beach and many bars. The price was 550 Baht per room. And you were allowed to bring a Thai lady with you to your room any time you wanted at no extra charge.

The beds in there are king size. Which is big enough for you and any girlfriend(s) you might bring with you. Although sleeping with two or three girlfriends at the same time on one bed might be a little too crowded. One of them might have to sleep on top of you.

Thanks guys for your fast response. I do have some questions.

Dan7373, does The Green Hotel have in room safe? I could not find the information on their website. I did send them an e-mail asking about the in room safe. Their rate have gone up to about 1100B for early March.

Jgm005, I know that Queen Victoria does have a in room safe and is in the heart of the fun area. I am just wondering how is the noise during the night? What part of the hotel should I request to avoid the noise? Lastly, I have heard there are a lot of lady boys hanging around there, is there any problem being harassed going in and out of the hotel?

Italian Guy, There have been a lot of good reviews on Flipper house due to it being close but not too close to the fun area and therefore should be quieter. Does it have in room safe.

One thing we need is in room safe. A good TV might be nice since I will be bring my own DVD movies (plan on watching on the plane back and forth) to watch in between girls and resting up so I won't be bored.

I think there was a review that the TV at Metro Apartment is old and small so not sure I would still consider it because I might not be able to connect my DVD player to their TV.

I would appreciate more help and feedback on these and other hotels.

I searched everything back to the beginning of this year which is how I narrowed down to these hotels however I am sure that there are other hotels that were not mentioned or just opened up. Thanks

[quote=csun213]i would appreciate more help and feedback on these and other hotels.

i searched everything back to the beginning of this year which is how i narrowed down to these hotels however i am sure that there are other hotels that were not mentioned or just opened up. thanks[/quote]

all depends what you want to pay per night. some folks like baron beach but it has bad wifi, some folks like bay walk residence, there is a new one that opened up near city walk that has some ok deals but it has one major draw back, there are no walls in the room only glass partitions. that's great for your girl showering but i'm not really into them or me seeing each other rep001.... plus the water pressure i hear is a problem there.

queen vic really is in the heart of low end mongering (don't get me wrong i enjoy low end mongering) and the lb's there never gave me a hard time but then again you gotta be vigilant especially if they, or hell even the girls, get drunk and go overboard. if you want to fuck and only fuck and not stop fucking, queen vic is your hotel. i can tell you that the suite at queen vic and a full bore mongering session non stop is well worth the cost at 2,000 baht a night for the fun tub and the location to lean out and say, yo bar girl let's fuck, and just fuck for two days straight non stop.

there are so so so so so many hotels and side areas around pattaya that it would personally take too long to go over. you can get a little apartment away from the action for 2-3,000 baht per month and move around by baht bus, or pay that per night closer to the action.

if you tell us your budget it might help. some folks want 800 baht a night, some folks want 1,300 baht a night and some 2,000 baht a night (and some even more :d )

personally i really enjoy bay walk and get a good rate there, you are on beach road, close to walking street to actually walk it in two minutes, can walk or jump on a baht bus to get to soi 6 in a few minutes, next to royal... but we don't pay rack pricing there. it isn't cheap but it is secure, has no problem with up to 6 girls in the room at one time, has a good safe, large tv, stand up shower which is fun to play in with the girls but i do miss not having a whirl pool, and the most important for me is their internet is strong and reliable. i enjoy the deluxe rooms with the l shapped couches, plenty of possibilities there. but it's not the cheapest, just good location. it actually does have a little pool and gym also. :d

there are folks that know a lot more areas then i do i just happen to like the easy location of bay walk. baron beach would be good if i could rely on their internet but it's not strong and reliable so i can't stay there. you also got

[url]www.leelawadeeresort.com[/url]

but i don't have much info on that and did not personally stay there only looked at it.

Hi Tansak KTV, thanks for your response. Here are more information.

We don't care about wifi since we are not bring out computer. We are on vacation so will only check e-mail once every couple of days.

Don't care about a view and don't really care about the high end hotel have to offer.

We are probably looking to spend around 1200 per night but that amount can go up if necessary. We are not sure how much we are going to spend per day since none of us have ever been there before.

We will only be doing short time since we don't want to have the girl spend the night. Figure if I like the girl, I can always get her the next morning or noon. Not all of us have the nick name Rabbit. We will probably just do one girl per day, at least that is our MO when we go to China.

We do need in room safe (one of us do not trust the lobby safe, long story), would like to have a TV that can hookup to DVD since we have brought portable DVD to watch on the long flights and also brought a bunch of DVDs in case we get bored.

I think we are probably leaning towards Flipper House based on some of the reviews here however don't know if they have in room safe. We have e-mailed then but have not heard back yet.

Would like to be within walking distance to Beach road (heard soo much about it) and all the go go bars.

Would like to be walking distance to a big supermarket so we can at least purchase fruit or other snacks (for eating while watching DVD).

Sorry to being so long winded but I figure the more information you guys know about us, the better you can help us in selecting a hotel.

Not sure how much fun we are going to have since none of us drink and some of us are a little shy but we are going to try.

Lastly, none of us speak Thai. All of our information are coming from this forum which is quite helpful.

As you know, I have been reading a lot of information here on the forum but the more I read, the more questions I have. So I will probably need to bother all the senior members here right until my flight. Thanks

[QUOTE=Csun213]Would like to be walking distance to a big supermarket so we can at least purchase fruit or other snacks (for eating while watching DVD).

Not sure how much fun we are going to have since none of us drink and some of us are a little shy but we are going to try.

Lastly, none of us speak Thai. All of our information are coming from this forum which is quite helpful.[/QUOTE]

There are 7/11's (convenience stores) every two feet it seems like so don't worry about food, sim cards, refill time cards, etc.... And you can get to Big C or Carrefour if you need to easily. Many punters don't drink so don't worry about that and most punters don't speak thai don't worry you will be Handsum Man....

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]There are 7/11's (convenience stores) every two feet it seems like so don't worry about food, sim cards, refill time cards, etc.... And you can get to Big C or Carrefour if you need to easily. Many punters don't drink so don't worry about that and most punters don't speak thai don't worry you will be Handsum Man....[/QUOTE]

Thanks, at least now I know that I won't stave. Just not sure if I like Thai food or not since I haven't tried them. My friends told me that the Thai food here in the U.S. is nothing like the real Thai food in Thailand.

[QUOTE=Csun213]Thanks, at least now I know that I won't stave. Just not sure if I like Thai food or not since I haven't tried them. My friends told me that the Thai food here in the USA is nothing like the real Thai food in Thailand.[/QUOTE]To Csun213

I don't think the Thai food is that much better in Thailand than in the US, there are many great thai resturant here in the SF bay area, I don't even eat thai food when I go to Bangkok I just like to eat at the Mall, Fiji japanese and MK Chinese chain resturant is where all the thai girl like me to take them.

Fast Eddie 48

As said I have stayed at the Queen Victoria MANY times and always ask for a room facing Soi 6/1. The noise level is somewhat less on that side. I am a light sleeper and I have no problems aside from the occasional birthday party going on in the only real beer bar on Soi 6/1 which is behind the QV. And yes LBs do come on to you on Soi 6/1 but a polite 'Mai krup' and a veer around them works. Yes, you will get the usual shout out from them about their body parts and yours but ignore and keep on walking. You are NOT harassed going in or out of the QV. But you can not miss them when you exit right out the back door or go down the outside entrance (sort of like a fire escape that you use when going back after mid nite).



[QUOTE=Csun213]Thanks guys for your fast response. I do have some questions.

Jgm005, I know that Queen Victoria does have a in room safe and is in the heart of the fun area. I am just wondering how is the noise during the night? What part of the hotel should I request to avoid the noise? Lastly, I have heard there are a lot of lady boys hanging around there, is there any problem being harassed going in and out of the hotel?



[/QUOTE]

Not to be redundant, but are all Eastiny Hotels GF?

I was looking at Eastiny 7 since it says the Superior room has wifi, safe in room and fridge.

Any others stayed here lately and has info?

Thanks

Considering some hotels for 1st time stay in Pattaya.

Armageddon- seems like big rooms, not sure as to how close the the action it is.

Billabong- looks like good price

Eastiny 7

Can anyone help please.

Thanks.

Hi, I been doing more search on hotel and found Carlton Pattaya Hotel. It has a safe and seems to be close to the area at Soi 5. Anyone have any opinion about this hotel. The other hotel is Jack Master Mansion which is also in a good area at Soi 11 and 2nd street.

The other hotel is Billabong Hotel

So if you guys don't mind, please give me your opinion on the 3 hotels.

Carlton Pattaya Hotel
Jack Master Mansion
Billabong Hotel

Thanks

[QUOTE=Csun213].......
Carlton Pattaya Hotel
Jack Master Mansion
Billabong Hotel
Thanks[/QUOTE]

csun,
re:JackMaster -
I stayed in a std room, bed is very hard, had trouble with the saftey box.
front desk reception run by a LB, sorry just not my thing!
location : on soi diana, closer to soi buckhao actually

[QUOTE=MilesToGo]csun,
re:JackMaster -
I stayed in a std room, bed is very hard, had trouble with the saftey box.
front desk reception run by a LB, sorry just not my thing!
location : on soi diana, closer to soi buckhao actually[/QUOTE]

Thanks, that leaves 2 hotels.

Also can someone tell me what does ABF mean. It is mentioned after the price.

Meanwhile I am finding more hotels. Someone had suggested that I should just pick any hotel for 1 night, then walk around to see other hotels in person after I arrive. I am coming on Mar 1st and staying until March 6. I am just worried that most of the hotels will be booked up if I only reserve 1 night. What is your opinion on this.

Sorry to be such and pain and asking all these questions however just worried about traveling to a place that I have only read about.

[QUOTE=Csun213]... Also can someone tell me what does ABF mean...[/QUOTE]

American breakfast, I guess.

ABF= American Breakfast included. .....The thing about this forum that newer folks need to remember is that there are many of us here. ALL have varying degrees of tolerance and needs. Some folks are pampered spoiled rotten and others are looking for medium or even cheap accomodations. Always try to determine the responders position before taking their word as gospel. Here is a good example. And I'm not flaming the guy. Don't even know him. He has a thing for Lady boy receptionists so he won't stay there again. News flash, If you can't stand LB's don't go to Thailand! Maybe more LBs than real ladys there! ALSO What is a hard bed?? Some like that, others not. And what does that really mean anyways , A hard bed to one may be perfect to another (not hard at all). I have stayed at JackMaster many times and find it to be one of the best values in Pattaya. Especially room 304 or any other corner room, 404, 204 etc. The point is as with anywhere for a first timer: just book a place that is recommended by someone on the forum that is in your price comfort zone and located in an acceptable area. Boukou is one such area for most of us old timers. Then just walk about looking at the few to many other places to choose from nearby and book accordingly. One will never get left out in the cold in Pattaya. More than enough rooms to rent at any time any place. If one wants to stay in the 600baht or less per night with A/C and Tele Jack Master is definately on the radar, and the beds are not really all that hard there in my opinion. The rooms are only 3-4 years old. As a point of fact, almost all beds in Thailand are hard compaired to home. Some are just softer than others. Newbe's be aware that at least 70% of the folks here on this forum are willing to spend european prices on a room in Thailand. So if your on a budget take what they say with a big grain of salt. They pay big and expect much. Anything else is crap to them.
[QUOTE=Csun213]Thanks, that leaves 2 hotels.

Also can someone tell me what does ABF mean. It is mentioned after the price.

Meanwhile I am finding more hotels. Someone had suggested that I should just pick any hotel for 1 night, then walk around to see other hotels in person after I arrive. I am coming on Mar 1st and staying until March 6. I am just worried that most of the hotels will be booked up if I only reserve 1 night. What is your opinion on this.

Sorry to be such and pain and asking all these questions however just worried about traveling to a place that I have only read about.[/QUOTE]

Thanks Wanderlust, I appreciate you making it clear on different people's opinion on each hotel. And thanks for clearing up ABF since I see it everywhere but no explanation on what it means.

One more point of fact about the Hotels to remember to all newbies in Thailand. This concerns the Hotel room safes and rented motor bikes. Both learned the hard way. The newest scam is stealing your motor bike or setting you up to still the motor bike. It will cost you a minimum of 40,000 baht to the rental place to replace the MB. DO NOT leave your key lying around or let your girl go anywhere alone on your rented MB.
Also alot of regulars don't even know that there are only a very few keys to all the inroom safes in Thailand. My old trick when traveling was to hide my safe key outside my room in the hallway or something OR since I travel usually with friends to trade keys with your traveling partner before bedtime. BUT come to find out my friends key worked just fine in my safe as well!! and just for curiousity sake so did my padlock key with alittle jiggling!! I now only take a room with the type of safes that use the round circle type keys and not the flat normal keys. And also the newer guys need to know that if you get a safe with an electronic combination latch: right next to the keypad is usually a plastic name logo that hides the emergency key hole and all the girls know this. It snaps on and off extremely easy. of course there is always the option to take only short time girls but you still need to watch them like a bad step child.

[QUOTE=Wanderlust]One more point of fact about the Hotels to remember to all newbies in Thailand. This concerns the Hotel room safes and rented motor bikes. Both learned the hard way. The newest scam is stealing your motor bike or setting you up to still the motor bike. It will cost you a minimum of 40,000 baht to the rental place to replace the MB. DO NOT leave your key lying around or let your girl go anywhere alone on your rented MB.
Also alot of regulars don't even know that there are only a very few keys to all the inroom safes in Thailand. My old trick when traveling was to hide my safe key outside my room in the hallway or something OR since I travel usually with friends to trade keys with your traveling partner before bedtime. BUT come to find out my friends key worked just fine in my safe as well!! and just for curiousity sake so did my padlock key with alittle jiggling!! I now only take a room with the type of safes that use the round circle type keys and not the flat normal keys. And also the newer guys need to know that if you get a safe with an electronic combination latch: right next to the keypad is usually a plastic name logo that hides the emergency key hole and all the girls know this. It snaps on and off extremely easy. of course there is always the option to take only short time girls but you still need to watch them like a bad step child.[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the information. I won't have any problem with renting a bike since I am not going to do that however I am now worried about in room safe.

I am only going to take a girl short time so I will not leave her alone in my room but any worry about hotel staff getting into my safe? I think most of the hotels have digital safe, is this true? Also what type of safe does Jack Master have in their room? I don't mind LB if they are not aggressive and bothering me. I have actually never seen a Lady boy in person but just in pictures posted on the forums or videos of Thailand.

Jack Master has both round key and flat key safes you'll have to Look at the room/safe before renting. Jack Master has no lockboxes at the FRONT DESK, only room safes. Hotel staff changes regularly but in general they are honest. The two hotels just up the street a hundred feet on the corners of Soi Diana and Boukou both have lock boxes at the front desk, are totally safe and clean decent rooms. Altho the one on the SW corner (600baht-I don't know the name) has hard beds even by my standards.

[QUOTE=Muffhunter]Considering some hotels for 1st time stay in Pattaya.

Armageddon- seems like big rooms, not sure as to how close the the action it is.

Billabong- looks like good price

Eastiny 7

Can anyone help please.

Thanks.[/QUOTE]Went ahead and booked at the Armageddon, since it appears nobody has had any experience here I thought it would be my duty to TOFT.

I will post my findings after my stay.

For those guys that like to stay in 5 star Hotels and still bring a girl back, I can confirm the Holiday Inn is GF. They take the girls ID and make you sign a form that says if she goes crazy it is not their fault.

No joiners fee either!

[QUOTE=Muffhunter]Went ahead and booked at the Armageddon, since it appears nobody has had any experience here I thought it would be my duty to TOFT.

I will post my findings after my stay.[/QUOTE]May not have been such a good idea after all.

They were good at responding to all my inquiries up to the point of the deposit and then no more responses from them.

I asked for them to send me their address and phone # since it is not on the site. No response!

[QUOTE=Muffhunter]Went ahead and booked at the Armageddon, since it appears nobody has had any experience here I thought it would be my duty to TOFT.

I will post my findings after my stay.[/QUOTE]

Hey Muffy can you tell us where the Armageddon is located? OR share the website here so we can check up on it? Are you in Pattaya and have seen the building?

If this is the same place than:
Armageddon Guest House, which is upstairs from the Armageddon Bar on Soi LK Metro, next door to Club Blu on Soi Buakoaw



[QUOTE=Muffhunter]May not have been such a good idea after all.

They were good at responding to all my inquiries up to the point of the deposit and then no more responses from them.

I asked for them to send me their address and phone # since it is not on the site. No response![/QUOTE]

Sorry for not getting back. They did contact me and said that their website was down due to some upgrading.

It is above the Armageddon Bar, in the LK Metro area.

Looking forward to my stay and will post findings.

[url]www.armageddonbar.com[/url]

I have spent 2 days in Pattaya in the Nova Platinum Hotel. I have booked this hotel by Agoda for 32 Euro per day. I got a modern room in the second building. The big kingsize bed was o. K., the room was clean. If anyone has not too high demands it is adequate, especially regarding the prize. And the room in the new building was absolutely quiet. Its girl friendly, the girls have only to show their ID-cards.

They have a swimming pool for relaxing, but it was crowded by Russians. And mostly loud disco music was playing, so I didn't felt much comfortable there. More negative points: The elevator was sometimes out of function. At the arriving day the service for towels came very late, I had to wait for more than 3 hours till after 5 pm Also at the swimming pool towels hadn't been available for long time. And the towels are hanging directly over the toilet. That shouldn't B.

Positive is the free internet access also in the room and the big safe, where I could even put in my laptop.

Walking street is nearby, only a few minutes away.

The last time I stayed at Flipper House was 2004 and they did not have in-room safes at that time. That's the only complaint I have about the hotel.

[QUOTE=Csun213]

Italian Guy, There have been a lot of good reviews on Flipper house due to it being close but not too close to the fun area and therefore should be quieter. Does it have in room safe.

One thing we need is in room safe. A good TV might be nice since I will be bring my own DVD movies (plan on watching on the plane back and forth) to watch in between girls and resting up so I won't be bored.



I searched everything back to the beginning of this year which is how I narrowed down to these hotels however I am sure that there are other hotels that were not mentioned or just opened up. Thanks[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Gwailo]The last time I stayed at Flipper House was 2004 and they did not have in-room safes at that time. That's the only complaint I have about the hotel.[/QUOTE]

Thanks for your reply, Flipper House does not have in room safe so I have ruled it out.

Still doing my homework. There are just so many hotels there. I might just do what some of the guys are saying which is just book a couple of night and then check out the other hotels while I am there. It would give me something to do in the day time.

I booked this hotel for 4 nights in Feb. I got it for just under 1300 including Agoda's fees. The pix look good and it's fairly new. I assume since the other Sabai hotels are GF that this one is too. If anyone knows, please let me know.

[url]http://www.sabaiempress.com/index.html[/url]

Anyone have any experience with the Nirvana hotel?

Are there joiner fees?

Greetings guys!

I want to try [url]http://www.sunsetpark.co.th/[/url]

On their website there is a note: "Guest staying in 1 room is valid for 2 persons."
here: [url]http://www.sunsetpark.co.th/roomrates.html[/url]

Does it mean, that it is GF hotel?

[QUOTE=Ebaka]Greetings guys!

I want to try [url]http://www.sunsetpark.co.th/[/url]

On their website there is a note: "Guest staying in 1 room is valid for 2 persons."
here: [url]http://www.sunsetpark.co.th/roomrates.html[/url]

Does it mean, that it is GF hotel?[/QUOTE]

Checking an hotel's girlfriendliness is best done by sending an email to them.

[QUOTE=Ebaka]I know, but they did't answer to my e-mails![/QUOTE]

Just call them up... if you don't have VOIP then just bite the bullet and call regularly... You're gonna spend XXX money on airfare and you want to spend 5,000 baht to 10,000 baht a night on a room there but you don't want to make a phone call to ask questions about the property? Doesn't make sense to me.

Again I've never had a property turn me and a thai lady away when I make the booking as a two guests. If you brought in a collection of 10 low class hoe's at one time then sure I can see this property taking exception but if you take a working lady with you who is half way decent I can't see them doing anything except treating her like a customer.

When in doubt... call direct yourself...

[QUOTE=Mart Cham]They need me, not the other way around.[/QUOTE]

Yeah I guess I'm too laid back lately... Calmed down a lot in my old age :) Plus having unlimited free calling to Thai helps solve such issues for me ;)

[QUOTE=Mart Cham]Sure but that implies registering the lady as a guest and not changing during the stay. I did not have the impression that the poster was intending to do so.[/QUOTE]

I see your point.. but still I've never encountered a problem with taking back various women. I've rarely been forced to register a lady and the only time someone ever did comment on the change of women I told them that the number one wife went home and now I am with my Mia Noi.

Honestly in all my time registered at two people, I've yet to have an issue anywhere in Thai. Especially anywhere in Chonburi.

Tansak, honestly, would you say that this is value for money in the Pattaya area? In my opinion this would be too expensive even for Koh Samet.
Sunset Junior 5,061 3,800 3,543 3,037
for this room: [url]http://www.sunsetpark.co.th/acc_junior.html[/url]

My advise to the poster would be to book a room in Pattaya for the first night, to rent a motorbike or a car directly and to just have a look at more remote places on his own. I am sure he can find much better value for money than that in Sattahip, Bang Saray, etc.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Yeah I guess I'm too laid back lately... Calmed down a lot in my old age :) Plus having unlimited free calling to Thai helps solve such issues for me ;) [/QUOTE]

Well I live in Thailand so calling isn't a cost issue. Calling Thai staff is not hassle-free though and as you said, TIT so having someone assuring you that there is no joiner does not mean that they won't try to charge one afterwards. Having a printed email helps a lot more.



[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]
Honestly in all my time registered at two people, I've yet to have an issue anywhere in Thai. Especially anywhere in Chonburi.[/QUOTE]

Honestly I've yet to have an issue anywhere in Thailand too (even in Laos I've never had any but I am a lot more careful). However I stay almost exclusively in cheap Thai places. The mia noi trick is a good one though. It's Thai culture, hard to say anything for them :)

[QUOTE=Mart Cham]Tansak, honestly, would you say that this is value for money in the Pattaya area? In my opinion this would be too expensive even for Koh Samet.[/QUOTE]

Slow down a moment, I think we agree on everything... I never mentioned if I thought it was good value or not. Personally I'll stay at a higher end resort in other places in Thai, sleep a mat in Isaan, serviced apartments in Bangkok, and I'll stay anywhere from Queen Vic on down or up in Pat's... Actually I like the look and feel of some apartments and Bay Walk Residence by Royal Garden but I've been a massive hotel wh@re and stayed at a lot of locations for a night or two in Pats trying to find "my" comfort zone.

I'm not judging his opinion on where to stay as we don't know his situation. But he has a right to do as he pleases. Personally I might stay there, with a corporate or discounted rate if I wanted some down time away but I wouldn't head to Chonburi for this type of resort I'd head other locations for that type of bungalow resort atmosphere.

For me... three week work trips do not qualify me to stay at 5 K + a night resorts unfortunately. I just spent three weeks in Thai and heading back in a month... my work will cover a lot of expenses but not those type of figures...

Going for 1st time.

Looking to rent a 3br apartment rather than getting separate rooms in a hotel.

Anyone know how to go about this in Pattaya?

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV] I never mentioned if I thought it was good value or not.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]
I'm not judging his opinion on where to stay as we don't know his situation. But he has a right to do as he pleases.
[/QUOTE]

Sure but I felt like it would be a good idea to comment on this aspect in order to try and help a fellow hobbyist make a decision.

Which hotels are the closest to Club Lucifer?

[QUOTE=Ebaka]I know, but they did't answer to my e-mails![/QUOTE]

OK I was bored... I called... And funny but I got a different report. No problem with a guy and a thai lady staying and rotating different girls every night per me calling them.

The folks on the phone spoke very little English, maybe a reason your email is being held up in reply they not understand what you said. I was very clear about I wanted to stay there and bring a different girl every night and they replied it is OK if only one girl, and booked as two people per room.

They did tell me I am not supposed to bring in more then one at a time.. I guess they heard about me ;)

You were very helpfull for me! I'm tooke your side. You're right. Sunsetpark money for nothing. I decided to book here [url]http://www.Sabaiempress.com/rooms_rates.html[/url]

Amazing new hotel. And, as far as I know, totally GF!

What do you thinking about it?

[url]http://www.crownpattayahotel.com/[/url]

Also GF place. info was taken from here:

[url]http://www.1stoppattaya.com/hospitality/bachelor_hotels/[/url]

Maybe, book here?

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Ok you got me... call me a shrill... '

You are a smart ass :D let's get a drink and we'll review the **** House in a few weeks...[/QUOTE]

Yeah good idea! Maybe we should get a third person involved too, just in case we don't agree on the review. Sorry Saint Mint you don't qualify ;)

PS: if you're looking for a place to stay, there's a good guesthouse nearby on soi Yamato. Same as Benthouse but without the chrome poles, 200 bahts/night. Or 150 bahts for 2 hours :D

[QUOTE=Ebaka]You were very helpfull for me! I'm tooke your side. You're right. Sunsetpark money for nothing. I decided to book here [url]http://www.Sabaiempress.com/rooms_rates.html[/url]

Amazing new hotel. And, as far as I know, totally GF!

What do you thinking about it?[/QUOTE]

Ha, you're funny. So Tansak called Sunset Park for you (well might have been for Saint Mint on reflection ;) ) and you end up showing us some regular hotel on 2nd road and asking what we think about it?
You really don't know what you want and how much you want to spend right?
Well I'd say that one does not look too bad but there are probably a few hundred similar hotels in Pattaya so yeah, that one or another one, arai godai! But eyh staying on 2nd road you'll be on a busy street.

What about that one? [url]http://www.bonkairesort.com/[/url]
1K baht (u might even get the room for 800 if you try), their pool is great, their rooms are spacious and nice with quality furniture. Customers mostly French, if that does not disturb you... For convenience you may need a motorbike staying there (add 100-200 bahts/day) but Walking Street is just at the end of soi 17 so it is not really far.

Yeap, your're right I don't know what I want)) So, thank a lot to Tansak for his help! Anyway this information about sunsetpark is very helpfull not only for me.

I think I should go to any of this hotels for my first time to Thailand. And vary my miliage on the place.

[QUOTE=D Cups]Gentlemen ah hem Mongers: I am staying at the Baywalk March 8 -12. Does anyone know if the construction near there is finished? I hate noise. If anyone wants to tag team or get a beer send me a PM :).[/QUOTE]

Bay Walk Residence by City Walk? By Royal Gardens? If that one then you mean their own construction on the 2nd floor and such? Yes it is still going on. No I was not awaken during three weeks there except for one morning when they were doing some electrical work on the fourth floor (the floor I was on).

Personally I'd probably be a little leary of staying on the 3rd floor but the 4th was just fine. The big issue was that the damn elevator went out for two weeks or so but they got it fixed before I left.

[QUOTE=D Cups]Gentlemen ah hem Mongers: I am staying at the Baywalk March 8 -12. Does anyone know if the construction near there is finished? I hate noise. If anyone wants to tag team or get a beer send me a PM :).[/QUOTE]Just walked by the hotel 08:00 a.m. Thailand time. All seemed very quiet. Great location. If you mean the construction work going behind the Welcome Plaza, in the same Soi as the back end of The Avenue, near the Balitaya Hotel (which seems to be swamped by the new buildings) then. there is still some work being done. Although, a lot of the buildings seemed to be finished and maybe, the worst of the noise is over. I rode by just now and didn't hear any construction noise. So, I think you should be OK in March.

Saint Mint

[QUOTE=Never Marry]Going for 1st time.

Looking to rent a 3br apartment rather than getting separate rooms in a hotel.

Anyone know how to go about this in Pattaya?[/QUOTE]

My observations only....

How long are you staying?

3 Bedroom will be tough and you probably won't be near the action.

Finding a serviced apartment in Pattaya is tougher then BKK by a long stretch. Getting a non serviced apartment a little away from the action for one to six months or so is easy easy easy... but those are more studios and one bedrooms. Then you get a lady to clean your room for you if you like. But thats two months or more usually.

Looking for a three bedroom for short stay I personally think is a pipe dream but good luck. Finding a room to rent if you want away from the known main popular action spots is easy IF you know the local area.

For a newbie visitor, with little knowledge of Pattaya, with no connections in Pattaya, etc... I wish you well in your search and let us know of your outcomes. But I'd just book the hotel rooms for now if I were you.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Ok you got me... call me a shrill... '
[/QUOTE]
As I know you well, I know your not a bullshit artist. BTW, what is a "shrill"? :D

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]As I know you well, I know your not a bullshit artist. BTW, what is a "shrill"? :D[/QUOTE]

The shrill of victory, a shrill-seeker, etc. ;)

[QUOTE=Ebaka]Yeap, your're right I don't know what I want)) [/QUOTE]

OK I'll state the obvious.... Pattaya has too many hotels and too many bars and too many sex related areas to visit and know all about. There are too many hotels, too many apartments, guest houses, whatever you wanna call them and by far too many places to find ladies for you to know it all and see it all.

Pattaya is too large to really enjoy it and know about it after a few visits. Many folks spend three, four, five, six different trips to Pattaya for a week to a month each visit and still only scratch the surface.

Many long time residents still are only hitting 15% of the possible locations to find ladies.

You want to know exactly where to stay and what to do on a one holiday? Good luck mate you won't find squat. The problem with Pattaya is finding your comfort zone and where you like to find the ladies. Many folks visit Pattaya one time, stay in the wrong place, visit the wrong bars, and come away hating it. Without knowing they missed out on finding pure enjoyment.

You want to stay on Beach Road or 2nd or stay in Flipper to be near action or Baron Beach or Queen Vic, or you want to stay off 2nd road or off one of the Soi's etc... You want to stay in a condo away from Pattaya and ride in every day and night etc.. just too many possibilities. You still will only see a tiny portion of pattaya on your virgin visit.

Enjoy but don't get too worked up on where to stay, I'm willing to bet where you stay this trip will not be the place you end up enjoying and staying at on return visits. The most you can hope for is hooking up with a veteran of Pattaya who will kindly take you under his wing and assist you.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV] Many folks visit Pattaya one time, stay in the wrong place, visit the wrong bars, and come away hating it. Without knowing they missed out on finding pure enjoyment.

Enjoy but don't get too worked up on where to stay, I'm willing to bet where you stay this trip will not be the place you end up enjoying and staying at on return visits. [/QUOTE]So true! And don't think too much about girlfriendliness of hotels in Pattaya. Basically in the 1-2K price bracket 95% of hotels are girlfriendly. In the 0,5-1K price bracket 99,9%.

Just determine what your priorities are at the moment and make your decision. You don't need to pre-book for your whole stay either. I never pre-book, even in high season but I understand that as a newbie u'll want to have a room secured at least for the first night.

As a newbie you'll sure want a room safe too for example. Was my situation a few years ago on my first visit, now I don't care at all about room safes anymore but wouldn't take a room which does not have a balcony. Hell last time there was a room safe in my room (in a 300 bahts Isaan hotel quite surprisingly) I didn't even use it :)

One thing is sure: the hotel infrastructure in Pattaya is outstanding so take it easy.

You damn right! I already booked to crown Pattaya beach. 1600bht\night. Not bad I think.

But it does't have a balcony unfortunately. On arrival I wished to look at the sea from my room and drink a glass of whiskey&cola.

Anyway I follow your advice, guys and I'll take it easy in my first trip.

P.S. If someone of you will be in PTT in 11-21 FEB and don't mind to hook up with 2 russions with bad english. I would be very glad!

[QUOTE=Ebaka]You damn right! I already booked to crown Pattaya beach. 1600bht\night. Not bad I think.

But it does't have a balcony unfortunately. On arrival I wished to look at the sea from my room and drink a glass of whiskey&cola.

Anyway I follow your advice, guys and I'll take it easy in my first trip.

P.S. If someone of you will be in PTT in 11-21 FEB and don't mind to hook up with 2 russions with bad english. I would be very glad![/QUOTE]

You're Russian and you actually want to bang Thai chicks? Now that's cute! :D

lurker - either he meant "SHILL" (someone who is hired to tout something to bring in customers) or he meant that he was "shrill" (shrieking?) about not liking something :)

ebaka - prepare to be utterly AMAZED

Hi folks,

I know that there are a million hotels in Pattaya but I am looking for a specific recommendation. I'd like to find a place that is near the main action (walking street?), but has a nice ambiance and, ideally, an ocean view. Needless to say, it needs to be entirely girl-friendly. I'm looking to spend around $100 US give or take (happy to spend less, of course).

Thanks!

Hi all, me and up to 5 other lads (aged 21-30) are going to come down to Pattaya for a week or two (from chiang mai).

Really looking forwards to it from what you guys are saying.

Can you suggest a nice place in the 1500-2000 per person per night range?

And a few places for girls? (are they called gogo bars here too?)

Oh and is anyone up for meeting up with a few guys from europe?. We come bearing cialis, beer and lots of senses of adventure.

I am heading to Pattaya tomorrow and plan to have 6 sinful nights (February 6-11) until I go to pick-up my farang GF at Suvarnabhumi.

I have been to Pattaya several times before and done too many bar girls and cannot take the bar girl nonsense any more. Although they are only slightly better I prefer the semi-pros abundant in night clubs (insomnia, etc.). Long story short, I am looking for a wing man to party together in clubs and bars (secondary). PM me if interested.

[QUOTE=Wangho6969]Hello, fellow travelers,

I'm fortunate enough to be in Pattaya enjoying myself yet staying in a very well appointed hotel away from the constant din.

The Dynasty Resort is a beautiful hotel on top of the only mountain in Pattaya. No motorcy with drunks screaming by at all hours of the day and night, or loud beer bars playing hip hop music.

The hotel is girl friendly with no joiner fee, has a full kitchen/bar with good food, and is clean and modern with beautiful teak finish.

The staff is very friendly, and and the rates are in my oppinion very reasonable. I'm paying 1350 baht per night thru the internet complete with breakfast for 2. If you want this you have to book for 2 and prepay.

There is a nice pool and wading pool for the little ones.

I have been staying here every trip for the last 7 years, and enjoy the tranquility, and relative convience.

Just thought I would pass it on to my fellow travelers.

To find it just google Dynasty resort.

Happy traveling,

Wangho6969[/QUOTE]Hello, to everyone, my first post.

I am travelling to Pattaya for the first time and plan on staying at the Dynasty Resort. Can I get a current update? Is it still a good place to stay? Is it girl friendly? I am looking at taking the monthly rate. Any suggestions are welcome.

Thanks to all.

[url]www.dynastyresortpattaya.com[/url]

[QUOTE=Hungry1]Hello, to everyone, my first post.

I am travelling to Pattaya for the first time and plan on staying at the Dynasty Resort. Can I get a current update? Is it still a good place to stay? Is it girl friendly? I am looking at taking the monthly rate. Any suggestions are welcome.

Thanks to all.

[url]www.dynastyresortpattaya.com[/url][/QUOTE]The resort is 1 girl friendly. You will have to pay if you take another one. Restaurant and Room Service finishes at midnight. Bar open 24 Hours.

[QUOTE=Saint Mint]The resort is 1 girl friendly. You will have to pay if you take another one. Restaurant and Room Service finishes at midnight. Bar open 24 Hours.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the update St. Mint!

Hi guys,

I'm plannig to move to Pattaya for 2 weeks at the end of April, and I'm still looking for a good GF hotel. Does anyone have good info about Classrooms hotel in South Pattaya, soi 13/4.

Thanks

Saint! Thanks for the suggestion, I already had in my mind this hotel. The only thing is that I don't like to put my credit card number in small internet sites ... you never know. So I ask you an other advice, do you think that in april (I will arrive on the 23rd for 14 nights, it seems to be low season) I have a chance to go directly there without booking and find a room?

Thanks

Looking for a hotel reasonably priced, near the beach and pretty central to the action. Scouted out Sawasdee Sea View as fitting the bill. Anyone stayed there? Any good?

[QUOTE=Cunning Stunt]Looking for a hotel reasonably priced, near the beach and pretty central to the action.[/QUOTE]

Define reasonably priced ....

[QUOTE=Cunning Stunt]Looking for a hotel reasonably priced, near the beach and pretty central to the action. Scouted out Sawasdee Sea View as fitting the bill. Anyone stayed there? Any good?[/QUOTE]I think the comments on Tripadvisor speak for themselves. Friends reported same about this hotel.

[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293919-d583169-Reviews-Sawasdee_Sea_View-Pattaya.html]Tripadvisor - Sawasdee Sea View[/url]

[QUOTE=Cunning Stunt]Looking for a hotel reasonably priced, near the beach and pretty central to the action. Scouted out Sawasdee Sea View as fitting the bill. Anyone stayed there? Any good?[/QUOTE]If I remember right this Hotel is not GF in the sense they will charge a fee for the girl to stay with you.

Not a great hotel. But for the price i is ok.

[QUOTE=Butzelmann]I think the comments on Tripadvisor speak for themselves. Friends reported same about this hotel.

[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293919-d583169-Reviews-Sawasdee_Sea_View-Pattaya.html]Tripadvisor - Sawasdee Sea View[/url][/QUOTE]Thanks for the input, lads. Definitely one to cross off the list.

Anyone got any recommendations? Reasonably priced (800 to 1500 baht) 2 or 3 star, on the beach side of second road (hate that fucking road!) and an easy walk from Walking Street but close to the party fun of Soi 8. Trouble is that hotels with this spec tend to book up months ahead. Was looking at Flipper Lodge but that seem to be full for the dates in early March when I'll be in town.

I stayed at the Best Beach Hotel on Soi 5 when I was there over Christmas & New Year

Really nice hotel, guest friendly, very friendly staff, great quite location as it does not have any bars on the Soi. Right in between the second road and beach road, and not that far from Walking street considering that you can get a Bath bus from the Beach road

The only down side, which wasnt a problem for me was that the some staff had limited understanding of english but I got by. And the other odd thing was they charged me an extra 40Baht for my entire stay for asking for an extra pair of pillows! WTF

Hope this helps.

[url]http://www.bestbeachpattaya.com/EN/IndexEn.html[/url]

[QUOTE=Cunning Stunt]Thanks for the input, lads. Definitely one to cross off the list.

Anyone got any recommendations? Reasonably priced (800 to 1500 baht) 2 or 3 star, on the beach side of second road (hate that fucking road!) and an easy walk from Walking Street but close to the party fun of Soi 8. Trouble is that hotels with this spec tend to book up months ahead. Was looking at Flipper Lodge but that seem to be full for the dates in early March when I'll be in town.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Cunning Stunt]Thanks for the input, lads. Definitely one to cross off the list.

Anyone got any recommendations? Reasonably priced (800 to 1500 baht) 2 or 3 star, on the beach side of second road (hate that fucking road!) and an easy walk from Walking Street but close to the party fun of Soi 8. Trouble is that hotels with this spec tend to book up months ahead. Was looking at Flipper Lodge but that seem to be full for the dates in early March when I'll be in town.[/QUOTE]Not sure about your travel dates but I would try agoda.com.

[QUOTE=Cunning Stunt]Thanks for the input, lads. Definitely one to cross off the list.

Anyone got any recommendations? Reasonably priced (800 to 1500 baht) 2 or 3 star, on the beach side of second road (hate that fucking road!) and an easy walk from Walking Street but close to the party fun of Soi 8. Trouble is that hotels with this spec tend to book up months ahead. Was looking at Flipper Lodge but that seem to be full for the dates in early March when I'll be in town.[/QUOTE]Check out Nautical Inn.

[url]www.nauticalinn.co.th[/url]

Warning about staying at Secrets Hotel:

If you're staying on the first floor it's noisy as shit. To the point where I can't sleep. The housekeeping staff uses one of the rooms on this floor as their base, and they're banging around all day and night with the door open.

I asked to change rooms and they only offered me one of the rooms at the most expensive rate. I declined simply because I'm not going to pay them more money because their staff is really noisy all night.


Other than that it's a fine place to stay. But if you can't sleep then what's the use.

[QUOTE=Evianist]Warning about staying at Secrets Hotel:

If you're staying on the first floor it's noisy as shit. To the point where I can't sleep. The housekeeping staff uses one of the rooms on this floor as their base, and they're banging around all day and night with the door open.

I asked to change rooms and they only offered me one of the rooms at the most expensive rate. I declined simply because I'm not going to pay them more money because their staff is really noisy all night.

Other than that it's a fine place to stay. But if you can't sleep then what's the use.[/QUOTE]I agree. I could not sleep here either. Great location for the Walking Street (1 minute away) but, the street is dirty and smelly with stray dogs going through the bins looking for food. This is bound to make it difficult for the hotel to control pests such as, cockroaches etc. No pool, no elevator, no windows in the rooms. I felt claustrophobic and had to check out early.

Just off Naklua Circle, superior room 2,900 per night. Really nice place, low rise (2 storey max)garden setting, many trees and built ad hoc around 2 pools, an oasis from the dump that is Pattaya in general though a little off the beaten track.
Although a family hotel, on checking in I was reassured to hear the receptionist tell me unprompted that if I was to bring a guest back they would need to leave ID. That was good to hear as I wasn't sure if I'd be stung for joiner fee, however taking the precaution of booking a room for 2 people generally cancels that issue out anyway.
Over 2 nights/3 days, I had 3 girls back none of whom actually even left ID at reception as it turned out...recommended but only for the discrete bearing in mind the family nature of the place

[QUOTE=Bloke]Just off Naklua Circle, superior room 2,900 per night. Really nice place, low rise (2 storey max)garden setting, many trees and built ad hoc around 2 pools, an oasis from the dump that is Pattaya in general though a little off the beaten track.
Although a family hotel, on checking in I was reassured to hear the receptionist tell me unprompted that if I was to bring a guest back they would need to leave ID. That was good to hear as I wasn't sure if I'd be stung for joiner fee, however taking the precaution of booking a room for 2 people generally cancels that issue out anyway.
Over 2 nights/3 days, I had 3 girls back none of whom actually even left ID at reception as it turned out...recommended but only for the discrete bearing in mind the family nature of the place[/QUOTE]
Thanks for that, Bloke. Times are obviously hard in the family-friendly hotel trade in Patts.

[QUOTE=Pete125]I agree. I could not sleep here either. Great location for the Walking Street (1 minute away) but, the street is dirty and smelly with stray dogs going through the bins looking for food. This is bound to make it difficult for the hotel to control pests such as, cockroaches etc. No pool, no elevator, no windows in the rooms. I felt claustrophobic and had to check out early.[/QUOTE]I stayed here a couple of times. First time in 2008. This was my first trip to Thailand. The hotel was OK and the girls in the club seemed very friendly. In 2009 things did not seem the same. I had problems sleeping and, had to change hotels as well. Also, the girls in the club were not so friendly. I know this is not the hotels fault. Anyone else find this?

I think for the money you can do a lot better.

I just returned from a long weekend in Pattaya and can highly recommend my hotel, the Dusit D2 Baracuda. I decided on this particular hotel based on previous reports mentioning that it was girl-friendly and made my reservation through agoda. Com. It is a relatively new hotel, with a modern, slick design that appealed to me (especially when contrasted to the rather drab and run down appearance of most other properties I've seen while wandering in Pattaya). Location is perfect, on Second Street, just across from Soi 10. The hub of go-go bars around Walking Street is just a few block away. Rooms are comfortable, shower area is large enough for you and your company to share a nice, intimate shower, and the pool area is just perfect for a relaxing cigar and drinks on a lazy afternoon, before the real action begins in this sex-oriented city.

I was there with a friend and we booked separate rooms. The hotel is definitely girl-friendly and, on the three nights we were there, we had no problems in bringing back to our rooms girls selected from the go-go joints. One detail worth mentioning is that the hotel is particularly convenient if you come to Pattaya with a car (which we did). There is an elevator connecting the parking area on the back of the hotel to the accommodation floors, so you never need to walk past the reception area with your company for the evening. In the three times I brought a girl to my room, I was seen by nobody besides the security guard at the parking lot. You can't beat that for discretion!

And while I'm at it, let me add a few words on restaurants as well. Compared to my other trips to different areas in Thailand, Pattaya was surprisingly poor in terms of restaurant options, and I had to suffer a few forgettable meals before I found really good food there. Most of the beachfront establishments serve a similar, bland menu that made them all resemble each other. Only in Jomtien Beach I could find some places with a slightly better ambiance. And a coffeshop with delectable desserts.

For dinner, though, there were only two places that I would recommend. The first is Zico's Brazilian Grill, a barbecue buffet with fine cuts and good caipirinha that is located at a big shopping mall at beach road. While enjoying your meal, you will also be treated to short samba-dancing presentations by two original Brazilian "mulatas" dressed up (or, rather, "dressed down") for Carnival. The second, and most exquisite dining experience I've had in quite some time, is La Notte Pub and Restaurant, located at the other end of Walking Street, past the maze of go-go bars and neon lights. Great french menu, nice selection of drinks, comfortable seating and a perfect spot to observe the incredibly varied fauna of Pattaya walk by. Enjoy!

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Here is another safe secure sleep in the "regulars/long timers" section of town, Soi Buakhao. Only reported on sporadically This stretch of the city is becoming more popular. There are several bars of note and more than enough shagers to go around. Also the best English/American restreraunts on Soi Chonaraporn and 100 baugh massage. All within 1 minute walk of this Hotel.
Hotel Nikom Court: 600 baht. Tele, A/C, mini bar, balcony, clean rooms and big showers. There are safety deposit boxes in the lobby and the place is run by honest staff. One of the better things about this place is the elevated open air beer court and lounge located on the busy intersection of Soi Diana and Buakhao. Excellent bird watching and coffee/news reading. Rooms upstairs.
Nikom Court: tele (038) 720105, or 720106 email:nikomcourt@yahoo.com
Corner Soi Buakhao and Soi Diana. Another very decent place is right across the street.

[QUOTE=Mandy]From reading the different forums Pattaya looks like it might be the place for us. Arriving. Next Month and plan to stay for 10 nights. Accommodation. Maybe around US $50 per night. Any kinds of recommendations please let us know.

Thanks[/QUOTE]If you like the beach and in your face Tom Foolery Adventure Pattaya is your place. An unlimited amount of great places to stay for $50 per romp. Plenty of info here, to much really to just list them. Or if you'd like you could meet up with me when you arrive and You can see them for yourself before choosing. I'll be there as well march/april. PM me/ email or just respond.

I am currently at the Pasadena Lodge and find everything here to be quite nice. Normad2020 did a factual review which I found to be right on. Just a couple of details to add that probably don't make much difference: the safe will not hold a laptop for what that's worth. The location is slightly hard to find by some of the locals so best have a map and address with you when you come into Pattaya. I've walked to the beach front twice now and it's a little bit of a hike. However, there's a lot of fun scenery to check out on the way, especially if you detour through soi 6, 7, or 8. I hit the very nearby Lolittas for a bj right after checking in. 700 bhat all in and only tip if you want. Too convenient!

Transport by 9 passenger van from the Pattaya airport is 195 bhat and they like to get a full load before leaving. A one person taxi at the booth will cost 1000 bhat. I'd stay here again.

[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=963830&postcount=1539[/url]

[QUOTE=Mandy And Gary]We are looking at Pattaya as we think this could be a great place to spice up our sex life. We are a very adventurous couple and members of many different kinds of clubs in many different parts of the world. I think we have tried most things at least once. Now its time to try Thailand. From reading the different forums Pattaya looks like it might be the place for us. Arriving. Next Month and plan to stay for 10 nights. Accommodation. Maybe around US $50 per night. Any kinds of recommendations please let us know.

Thanks[/QUOTE]I'm there at the end of may also with my wife. Our accomodation is the Marriott. But only girl to girl experiences, so I'm sorry.

[QUOTE=Spaceman1250]Could be related to the number of forum posts that people make.[/QUOTE]

Oh great, let the spam gates flood open now so the CC can save a baht... I hope negative posts count :D

Moderator will you please put ShitHouse in their own forum to stop this spamming.

[QUOTE=Spaceman1250]Yes Tansak I believe any kind of postings apply. Maybe the Hotel has nothing to hide. So, get your ass down there. Really go to town on all the negative stuff. Or, just review all the stuff you have written before, and re submit.[/QUOTE]

Or we can all get together and spam another 2 star hotel :D

Greetings,

I have reserved a condo in Jomtien for my upcoming stay. I think the place will be great to sleep in and relax in as it is on the top floor with a nice view of the beach and free wi-fi and all the trimmings.

This will be my first trip.

I am concerned that if I am in Pattaya and want to ST a girl or get tired and want to rest or take a shower or just otherwise hang out that it will be inconvenient to have to go back to Jomtien.

Is this a valid concern? Or should I consider also renting a cheap room in Pattaya for ST activities and hang out?

If you think I should actually also have a place in Pattaya any suggestions of which place would be convenient and cheap? I was thinking of 500-600 per day range.

I do know that my stay will coincide with Song Krang (spelling?) and might be even more crowded than usual.

Any suggestions or advice would be appreciated. Also will I be able to monger in Jomtien?

Thanks,

ER

[QUOTE=Easy Rider 2]Greetings,

I Also will I be able to monger in Jomtien?

Thanks,

ER[/QUOTE]
Yes there is plenty of mongering in Jomtien...............if you don't mind men.
You will get tired of traveling the long distance to Pattaya to look for the birds. Any way you can get out of the condo rental? If not there are several 300-500 short time hotels roughly mid "walking street" for showers/play/sleeping. There is one $650 place right across the street from Lucifers (I believe) that can be rented dailey. It is actually called "walking street hotel". Small rooms but nice and clean w/ wifi and large screen TV. A bit noisy though.

[QUOTE=Wanderlust]Yes there is plenty of mongering in Jomtien...............if you don't mind men.[/QUOTE]

Old retired flabby ugly men :D

And Yellow House of course.... Which is worth a visit IMHO...

But if I went to monger and just monger, with multiple different girls, I'd rather stay more towards Pattaya Central and not Jomtien. If you want to pick up a long time and keep her then Jomtien will be fine for you. Basically depends on what type of punter you are.

There is one condo unit and a few unpublished apt's and such more towards Pattaya Central. Two are more serviced apartments and do short stay guests (meaning days / week / etc.. not short time). The rest are more longer term (3 weeks +) apartments for the most part. That I've Found... I am sure I'm missing a lot of options.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Old retired flabby ugly men :D

And Yellow House of course.... Which is worth a visit IMHO...

[/QUOTE]

tansek,,,what is yellow house?? I don't get down to Jomtien much. Are there actually girls there?????? (alittle joking for those reading along: jomtien does have a few girls but mostly gays) where is it and what do you like about it?

[QUOTE=Wanderlust]where is it and what do you like about it?[/QUOTE]

Tammy.... :D :D

RTFF mate... you are going to Pattaya and staying in Jomtien but you don't search Jomtien and read reports about what is around there? Go to the Pattay thread and search for Yellow House...

Yellow House is on soi 6 and gives you happy endings... depending on who you pick you might just get one of the top BJ's of your life. And if you are smart enough to figure out who's name that might be to ask for then 2 points for you...

There are two massage places on soi 6 in Jomtien that I know about but I don't live there or stay there I just went to visit Yellow House...

But if you shoot more then once a day or you don't take long time I really can't see your logic for staying in Jomtien. Condo? You are going for a condo or for the girls? Then you ask about getting a room in Pattaya and a condo? Have you been to pattaya before?

[QUOTE=Easy Rider 2]Greetings,

I have reserved a condo in Jomtien for my upcoming stay. I think the place will be great to sleep in and relax in as it is on the top floor with a nice view of the beach and free wi-fi and all the trimmings.

This will be my first trip.

I am concerned that if I am in Pattaya and want to ST a girl or get tired and want to rest or take a shower or just otherwise hang out that it will be inconvenient to have to go back to Jomtien.

Is this a valid concern? Or should I consider also renting a cheap room in Pattaya for ST activities and hang out?

If you think I should actually also have a place in Pattaya any suggestions of which place would be convenient and cheap? I was thinking of 500-600 per day range.

I do know that my stay will coincide with Song Krang (spelling?) and might be even more crowded than usual.

Any suggestions or advice would be appreciated. Also will I be able to monger in Jomtien?

Thanks,

ER[/QUOTE]

If you end up taking a FL from the coconut bar for st then there are short time hotels. There is one for a 100baht on one of the soi 13's near beach road starbucks is on the corner.

[QUOTE=Desperate Deano]Local Visitor,

If you get one of the suites free. This is the big suite with 2 large beds, 2 large jacuzzis, put me down to party with you.[/QUOTE]Do not beleive that, nothing is for free.

[QUOTE=Methos]I booked this hotel for 4 nights in Feb. I got it for just under 1300 including Agoda's fees. The pix look good and it's fairly new. I assume since the other Sabai hotels are GF that this one is too. If anyone knows, please let me know.

[url]http://www.sabaiempress.com/index.html[/url][/QUOTE]I am interested in this hotel as well. Any feedback to share Methos? Anybody else?

Thanks

Gentlemen, after being out of the game for a while, I am once again planning another trip and will be in Bangkok a few days and Pattaya about 5 days. I've been reading the forum and give kudos to those of you giving some great reports this past year while I've been away. The info about hotels and places to both avoid as well as the attractions not to miss are appreciated. It's good to see Jackson and you have kept up the high quality! I've been looking at Sabai Empress in Pattaya and it seems like a good, new hotel. My only concern is that it's is way down by Soi 1, which is a couple of miles from Walking Street. While I'm planning to rent a scooter, it might not be the best location. Has anyone been to Sabai Empress and/or stayed in that area with a report? I've checked the forum, but can't seem to find anything other than the mention of the website. Thanks for all the reports. I'll be submitting a few of my own next month. It's been far too long since I've been able to get out and enjoy. Any other tips or comments, PM me. Thanks and hope to see you there!

[QUOTE=Frazer]I am interested in this hotel as well. Any feedback to share Methos? Anybody else?

Thanks[/QUOTE]

It was my first time in Pattaya but I liked the hotel. I stayed there for 6 nights. My room (7th floor) was very nice with a king bed and a control panel that worked all the lights and tv beside the bed. The furnishings were new and really nice. The pool on the roof was nice too.

I didn't get the included breakfast with my agoda booking and I never ate there so I can't comment on the food.

I had several BR girls over there and never had any issues. Sometimes they asked for the id card and sometimes they didn't. One girl gave me her number and I texted her later. I expected a call from downstairs but she just knocked on my door. I either read or was told somewhere that they charge a fee for two or more girls but I didn't get to test that. I had it lined up a couple of times but only one showed up.

There was a sign by the front desk about no "outside food or drink allowed in the hotel". That's completely ridiculous and I didn't see it being enforced. I put all the stuff from the minibar on the shelves and just put my stuff in the fridge and didn't have problems with that either.

The a/c in my room was too cold even at the lowest setting. I couldn't leave it on all night or it would get freezing in there.

The pool on the roof was nice, I used that a few times.

The staff was friendly but lacking in English skills. A couple of times I tried to get info from them and just gave up.

The wifi worked really well.

Nice, big in room electronic safe.

I think I paid about 1200/day. I heard a guy on the phone at the front desk quote 1700 to someone so I don't know what the normal rate will be.

I usually just walked over to Soi 2 and could often flag down a baht bus, or worst case walk down to beach road.

Next time I'd like to stay somewhere cheaper, if I could find a place that's both convenient enough and quiet late at night. I don't drink and I'm usually in fairly early.

I think that's about it. Any other questions about the place feel free to PM me.

Hello, all. I'm Puta Playa from the Rio and Tokyo threads. I am a newbie to your fair city and coming there to do about 5 days of plumbing work at the beginning of April. I have been able to figure out where to hunt, by way of RTFF, but the hotel scene is still confusing and not clear in my mind.

So far, it's looking like I will try to book Nautical and hope they have a decent size safe, but would like the opinion of the vets. What hotel would you prefer if you needed the following?

- Easy access to action
- Wi-fi
- Reasonably quiet so I can get my booty sleep.
- Room safe big enough for a tiny 12" laptop.
- Okay with up to 4 STs per day, max 2 per session.

Cleanliness and newness don't matter that much. Just no cockroaches.

I would like to keep it under 1800 Baht, if possible because I'd rather put my money toward more ladies, but price is not a huge issue as most Patts hotels seem reasonable for this term of stay.

Counting on fellow mongers to share their opinion on the Mercure Pattaya. Location, service & policy on girls. I will book a double room in Pattaya & Bangkok, guess that way none of the hotels i stay in would hassle me for supplementary payments.

[QUOTE=Puta Playa]Hello, all. I'm Puta Playa from the Rio and Tokyo threads. I am a newbie to your fair city and coming there to do about 5 days of plumbing work at the beginning of April. I have been able to figure out where to hunt, by way of RTFF, but the hotel scene is still confusing and not clear in my mind.

So far, it's looking like I will try to book Nautical and hope they have a decent size safe, but would like the opinion of the vets. What hotel would you prefer if you needed the following?

- Easy access to action
- Wi-fi
- Reasonably quiet so I can get my booty sleep.
- Room safe big enough for a tiny 12" laptop.
- Okay with up to 4 STs per day, max 2 per session.

Cleanliness and newness don't matter that much. Just no cockroaches.

I would like to keep it under 1800 Baht, if possible because I'd rather put my money toward more ladies, but price is not a huge issue as most Patts hotels seem reasonable for this term of stay.[/QUOTE]I would recommend the Best Beach Pattaya.....it seems to tick all the boxes as per your requirements.

I stayed there lasy Xmas & New Year and its location is very good, quite and right next to the action (Soi6)

[url]http://www.bestbeachpattaya.com/EN/IndexEn.html[/url]

I have read Methos's report on the Empress and I am considering booking a stay, I normally stay at the LK Rennaisance on Soi Diana. I like the Rennaisance but they will not discount their price, they quoted me 2250 for a stuidio room, on Agoda it is only 1550 so they are not really looking after returning guests.

My question is how does the Sabai Empress compare to the LK Rennaisance? I know they are both supposed to be of the same standard but has anyone seen them both?


May the force be with you.

[QUOTE=LukeSkyWanker]I have read Methos's report on the Empress and I am considering booking a stay, I normally stay at the LK Rennaisance on Soi Diana. I like the Rennaisance but they will not discount their price, they quoted me 2250 for a stuidio room, on Agoda it is only 1550 so they are not really looking after returning guests.

My question is how does the Sabai Empress compare to the LK Rennaisance? I know they are both supposed to be of the same standard but has anyone seen them both?


May the force be with you.[/QUOTE]


I have seen all Sabai hotels.

The new one with the pool on the roof is very good but they all charge a 500 baht joiner fee. Forget the other Sabai hotels, they are tired and worn out.

I was there last week.

[QUOTE=Spanish Main]I have seen all Sabai hotels.

The new one with the pool on the roof is very good but they all charge a 500 baht joiner fee. Forget the other Sabai hotels, they are tired and worn out.

I was there last week.[/QUOTE]

There was no fee when I stayed there for 6 nights in Feb. I'm surprised they started charging one.

[QUOTE=Methos]There was no fee when I stayed there for 6 nights in Feb. I'm surprised they started charging one.[/QUOTE]


I argued the toss, but they insisted. Good hotel too

Originally Posted by Methos

There was no fee when I stayed there for 6 nights in Feb. I'm surprised they started charging one.

[QUOTE=Spanish Main]I argued the toss, but they insisted. Good hotel too[/QUOTE]If this is about the Sabai Empress. Then there is no joiner fee for one girl. You can check this by calling the hotel 66 38 416652. The person I spoke to was a gentleman called Prasan.

Spanish Main - Come on. You, of all people, should know that in Pattaya the more you argue the less you get!

Pattaya has many fine hotels.

Out of these 9 hotels which is the best for location (relatively near pattaya beach and walking street) value and amenities (pool, free internet in room, no joiner fees, etc). Also please tell me which out of these 9 would be the worst choice! Please rank for me!!


- Areca Lodge
- EASTINY Seven
- Flipper Lodge
- Mind Resort
- Nova Platinum
- Sabai Inn
- Sandy Spring
- Summer Spring
- Sunshine Hotel And Residences

[QUOTE=MrBoring37]Out of these 9 hotels which is the best for location (relatively near pattaya beach and walking street) value and amenities (pool, free internet in room, no joiner fees, etc). Also please tell me which out of these 9 would be the worst choice! Please rank for me!!


- Areca Lodge
- EASTINY Seven
- Flipper Lodge
- Mind Resort
- Nova Platinum
- Sabai Inn
- Sandy Spring
- Summer Spring
- Sunshine Hotel And Residences[/QUOTE]

If you want near Pattay Beach and Walking St,, then your list can be narrow down based on the two things above.

Eastiny Seven = can be noisy due to location but right in the action of Beer Bars. Noisy of course a personal opinion. Some come sleep through a Earthquake.
Flipper Lodge, between 2nd Rd. and Beach Road, also in the mix of action
Sandy Springs, Between 2nd rd. and Beach Road, also in the mix of action
Sunshine Hotel and Residence, same as above.

Rest I don't know of or out of location you mention in your criteria.

LBM

[QUOTE=MrBoring37]Out of these 9 hotels which is the best for location (relatively near pattaya beach and walking street) value and amenities (pool, free internet in room, no joiner fees, etc). Also please tell me which out of these 9 would be the worst choice! Please rank for me!!


- Areca Lodge
- EASTINY Seven
- Flipper Lodge
- Mind Resort
- Nova Platinum
- Sabai Inn
- Sandy Spring
- Summer Spring
- Sunshine Hotel And Residences[/QUOTE]I have stayed at the Flipper Lodge so I can provide a judgement. Right in the heart of the 'very exciting' Soi 8. You can reach Pattaya Beach in one minute and, if the traffic is light, a Baht Bus will get you to Walking Street in two minutes. Clean, friendly staff, nice room. Roof Top Pool. I didn't wake up early enough to use it. No joiner fee.

Other places for you to consider:
Shagwell Mansion.
Diana Inn
Secrets

Enjoy your stay

[QUOTE=Aussie Stu]Are you having a laugh mate? This is Thailand remember.

A few weeks ago you referred to me as a Twat. Now, I return this compliment to you + pompus. Been reading all the threads. Given me a great laugh. Have you been rumbled?[/QUOTE]


How do you make Aussie Stew (sorry Stu)?

Mix together some bollocks, a little bullshit, a little brain (but not too much, in case you give the Stu some taste). Don´t leave too long though because the Stu gets sour...

Mmmm...


The TWAT comment was meant as a [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord140][CodeWord140][/url]-take, not an insult, as an Aussie I thought that you would get that. I was obviously wrong.

Rumbled about what?

I did feel guilty for upsetting you, I don´t now!

[QUOTE=Desperate Deano]I have stayed at the Flipper Lodge so I can provide a judgement. Right in the heart of the 'very exciting' Soi 8. You can reach Pattaya Beach in one minute and, if the traffic is light, a Baht Bus will get you to Walking Street in two minutes. Clean, friendly staff, nice room. Roof Top Pool. I didn't wake up early enough to use it. No joiner fee.

Other places for you to consider:
Shagwell Mansion.
Diana Inn
Secrets

Enjoy your stay[/QUOTE]


D.D.

If you are going to criticize others then answer his questions and follow the instructions given by M37, don't leave the man hanging about Flipper Lodge?

Let me help you along...

1. Value and Amenities?
2. Free Internet in room and Pool?
3. Joiner Fee etc..
4. Can you rank for him? Hard to rank since you stay only at Flipper, for the record I didn't since I didn't stay there but I answer what I could just like you above!

Hope you are starting to get the point?

LBM

[QUOTE=Desperate Deano]Originally Posted by Methos

There was no fee when I stayed there for 6 nights in Feb. I'm surprised they started charging one.



If this is about the Sabai Empress. Then there is no joiner fee for one girl. You can check this by calling the hotel 66 38 416652. The person I spoke to was a gentleman called Prasan.

Spanish Main - Come on. You, of all people, should know that in Pattaya the more you argue the less you get!!![/QUOTE]

I emailed the hotel before my trip and the manager told me the same - no fee for one girl. I didn't have a chance to see what would happen if I brought two in, unfortunately. After the recent posts about it I emailed him again and he confirmed that this is still the policy. His name is Ked.

Areca hotels hidden charges happen when you bring more than 1 woman per night LOL. Its free for the first woman but after that they charge you 300 baht! Yep you heard right LOL so only allowed 1 free woman to your room per night. Haven't pulled the trigger yet.

[QUOTE=11Bravo]Sorry, but I have to totally disagree. For me, it is totally dependent on the [i]surroundings[/i], i.e., the lady/ladies I am with. That there's a room involved is just a plus... [/QUOTE]Well, actually I think we are agreeing. Totally dependent on the girl, and the colour of the wallpaper largely irrelevant?

[QUOTE=Goyave]Thank you for the clarification. This means that those who are allowed to post more than one report here about their "actual experience" are the managers/owners of this establishment (because other members, even if they've been customers, can't do that in this thread, apparently).[/QUOTE]And just for further clarification, as I understand it:

1 People who have stayed in the PH can make one post about their experiences, good or bad.

2 If a negative experience then their views can (and will be) be rubbished by the managers/owners.

3 The original poster has no right of reply to those comments in the same thread.

Jackson, it's your forum and you make the rules. As long as we are all clear on them, that is fine by me.

[QUOTE=Mouse1]And just for further clarification, as I understand it:

1 People who have stayed in the PH can make one post about their experiences, good or bad.

2 If a negative experience then their views can (and will be) be rubbished by the managers/owners.

3 The original poster has no right of reply to those comments in the same thread.

Jackson, it's your forum and you make the rules. As long as we are all clear on them, that is fine by me.[/QUOTE]What are you worried about Mouse. Just get in there and try some sex! Plain and simple. Well, you can make the sex as complicated as you like. Why all this debate. Get in there.

Mr. E. Did he stay? Why did he contradict himself and, why no pictures of his girl? Same for Spanish Main.

Room cleanliness, girl friendliness, hot water, insect infestations, the breakfast, etc. Of Pattaya hotels! They warn fellow mongers to stay away along with a personal "will not return" statement!

BUT, this Chinese chap took "customer disatisfaction" to a new level!

[url]http://www.Pattayadailynews.com/en/2010/04/18/Chinese-man-sets-fire-to-Pattaya-hotel-after-lady-refusal/? Utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+PattayaDailyNews+%28Pattaya+Daily+News+-+Pattaya+news+Powerful+news+at+your+fingertips%29&utm_content=Yahoo%21+Mail[/url]

Let this be a warning to other Pattaya hotels about the potential consequences of denying a "horny" monger his "foursome"!

Cheers!

[QUOTE=Lexb]Room cleanliness, girl friendliness, hot water, insect infestations, the breakfast, etc. Of Pattaya hotels! They warn fellow mongers to stay away along with a personal "will not return" statement!

BUT, this Chinese chap took "customer disatisfaction" to a new level!

[url]http://www.Pattayadailynews.com/en/2010/04/18/Chinese-man-sets-fire-to-Pattaya-hotel-after-lady-refusal/? Utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+PattayaDailyNews+%28Pattaya+Daily+News+-+Pattaya+news+Powerful+news+at+your+fingertips%29&utm_content=Yahoo%21+Mail[/url]

Let this be a warning to other Pattaya hotels about the potential consequences of denying a "horny" monger his "foursome"!

Cheers![/QUOTE]
Oh my my my!!

The things one gets into when drunk and in the company of the fairer sex!!

What I found most assuming/revealing about the article was the "related items" at the bottom. My goodness - Pattaya!!


•Intoxicated Underwear Thief Caught Red-Handed in Pattaya
•Pattaya Sex Worker Drugs & Rips Clients Blind
•Pattaya Bar Girl Woes Cause Swede’s Attempted Suicide
•Intoxicated Russian Tourist Beaten Unconscious in Pattaya
•Pattaya Police Purge Beach Road of Ladyboys & Prostitutes


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