Pattaya Hotels

[QUOTE=Kitie Carson;1171392]Any reviews of the Swiss Hotel. I am either staying at Secrets or the Swiss Hotel. Both are comparable in pricing. Thoughts on best location of the 2?[/QUOTE]I am planning my first trip to Pattaya in September and have been reading through this and other forums to try and get some idea of where to stay. From what I can gather Secrets is in a very good location for the Walking Street. From what I can also gather it's a no frills type of place that just provides the basics. Some time back I did read something about a guy complaining about being bitten by bed bugs. Nothing lately so they may cleared up this problem.

[QUOTE=Sturobbo;1172007]I am planning my first trip to Pattaya in September and have been reading through this and other forums to try and get some idea of where to stay. From what I can gather Secrets is in a very good location for the Walking Street. From what I can also gather it's a no frills type of place that just provides the basics. Some time back I did read something about a guy complaining about being bitten by bed bugs. Nothing lately so they may cleared up this problem.[/QUOTE]I believe I saw that too. Secrets is close to WS. Swiss Food Hotel is right on Soi Diamond and is close to WS also.

I am leaning to Swiss Food Hotel because of the Food and closeness to both Soi Diamond and WS. I've seen pics of both and the King Suites@Swiss looks great.

Ill be there the last 2 weeks of Sept. You around then? My 1st trip to Pattaya also. If you are lets share a beer or 2.

KC

[QUOTE=Sangkid; 1172123]Sorry, fell asleep half way through this one.

OK. Class is Class and Quantity is Quantity. For class see Walking Street. For quantity see other places.

Of course we are talking about sex and it depends on if you like a bit of quality or anything will do.[/QUOTE]I believe you did, because this is the Pattaya Hotel Thread, keep on stabbing in the air I guess sooner or later you might be able to hit something? The topic was action then all of a sudden we are talking about soccer and the level of soccer? Now we are talking about class and Quantity is Quantity or anything will do. Hang in there sooner or later the question ask might equal to your answer?

LBM

[QUOTE=Sangkid; 1172666]Yes of course we are in the wrong thread LBM and this must be so boring to eveyone looking for hotel advice. But his is where the thread started so we should quickly try and end it here with one last stab in the air.

Looking for girls in Pattaya.

LK. If you like quantity you will find this but the quality is 3rd / 4th rate. We are talking about an average of 4 out of 10. It is what it is a cheap area, girls etc, for ex-pats and tourists on a tight budget

Walking Street. This is where you some quality and quantity.[/QUOTE]Yes, it stops here and now with only this last reply to you! Get on track with the question I believe you miss the question and all the replies! I apologize to the others for getting into a useless conversation about nothing with you!

LBM

Most of the questioners here seem to be looking for high class accomodation and don't mind paying for it. I do not understand that mentality. If you agree with me and would like to stay in an adequate place right in the middle of Walikng Street than I suggest Roo Bar. It is only 500 baht per night, has good western food in the bar, free bottled water in the rooms, and plenty of English speaking people (although Australians can be hard to understand after they are drunk which they will often be) to talk to if you are a newbie and want pointers on where to go. The owners often hang out drinking at the bar too. There is no pool but who needs that when you have the beach?

On my next trip to Pats I may try staying on LK Metro to try that area out but for my first trip Roo Bar was an excellent choice.

I need some honest opinions about these hotels from a monger's point of view who has stayed or visited. .

[url]http://www.all-seasons-hotels.com/gb/hotel-6525-all-seasons-pattaya/index.shtml[/url]

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I am most interested in their policy with overnight guests. I believe they are all under 1500 THB per night.

Thanks!

[QUOTE=Almotu;1173025][url]http://www.all-seasons-hotels.com/gb/hotel-6525-all-seasons-pattaya/index.shtml[/url][/QUOTE]They charge a joiner fee there, but I don't know how much

[QUOTE=Monkey1818;1164298]Check out August Suites or April Suites. Both centrally located and rooms are quite. Staff and Service are great and guest friendly. Easy to get to all the nightlife.[/QUOTE]Does anybody know if they charge for overnight guests? Also in general terms does charging a joiner fee mean you get charged when the girl stay overnight or for any length of time. Even if you book double occupancy?

[QUOTE=Almotu; 1173025]I need some honest opinions about these hotels from a monger's point of view who has stayed or visited. .

[url]http://www.all-seasons-hotels.com/gb/hotel-6525-all-seasons-pattaya/index.shtml[/url][/QUOTE]Before I got my place, my hotel of choice used to be All Seasons. It has its pros and cons. Pros: Quiet Area, Nice Room, Nice Pool, All you can drink pool bar from 6-7pm 300 baht. Cons: Roaches in Bathroom, Friends have had bed bugs, they actively market in India, so our Indian brothers and sisters come by the busloads. There is a very long wait to get an elevator from 8 am until the early afternoon because of the tour groups. And you are sure to be on the 15th or 16th floor. Joiner fee*

*The joiner fee is kind of touchy. There is a sign in the elevator that says there is a joiner fee of 600 baht. They started that because of the problems between our Indian brothers and the P4P girls. They never told me a check in about it and one night they tried to pull it on me. I had a fit because I had stayed there so many times and they had never said anything to me before so I refused to pay it. It went away. One of my non-pros works there so I was at the desk a couple of weeks ago when some of our Indian brothers were checking in and she did tell them about it. She also made them pay a deposit. They had 5 rooms so it was either 5, 000 baht (1, 000 baht for each room) or US$250 ($50 for each room). They chose the $ route which didn't make any sense at all to me.

I was hoping to add some points to my A-Club account from Accor Hotels. Now that you've given me a behind the scenes glimpse, I think I'd stay away.

Any recent updates on this hotel?

Any reviews of the Me Rooms? Does the room have a balcony? Views from the balcony, etc.

Any cons at staying that you have noted, etc. Thanks.

Well I was looking at Secrets and Swiss Food Hotel. THEN I found out that I can spend a month in LOS, so I looked at Dancewatchers and booked a condo at View Talay 6. Anyone ever stay at these. The location looks Awesome ie Beach road Soi 9. Great location from the looks of it.

I stay there ALL the time. Just booked another stay at VT6. 17th floor. Same condo every time. Location, to me is great, RIGHT next to Central Festival and Soi 7 & 8 are there. LK area is close enough to walk too (I am a walker) and Walking Street is a short bus to/from. Though I always walk the return for all the Interesting night creatures. Assuming I do not have someone in tow

[QUOTE=Kitie Carson;1175137]Well I was looking at Secrets and Swiss Food Hotel. THEN I found out that I can spend a month in LOS, so I looked at Dancewatchers and booked a condo at View Talay 6. Anyone ever stay at these. The location looks Awesome ie Beach road Soi 9. Great location from the looks of it.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Jgm005;1175181]I stay there ALL the time. Just booked another stay at VT6. 17th floor. Same condo every time. Location, to me is great, RIGHT next to Central Festival and Soi 7 & 8 are there. LK area is close enough to walk too (I am a walker) and Walking Street is a short bus to/from. Though I always walk the return for all the Interesting night creatures. Assuming I do not have someone in tow[/QUOTE]Nice Thanks for the info. I have the 13th floor I believe but it is South sea view. Dancewatchers and Tik seem like a class act in getting everything I want waiting for me. Hurry up September!

Has anyone stayed at the Sheraton Pattaya? It looks great on the website-nice gardens, right on the ocean, wonderful rooms. I'm looking for something at the high-end that is guest-friendly and not too far from the action, but far enough away so as to be quiet at night. The one concern I had about the Sheraton is that it looks like it's quite a ways from all the action.

pattaya has several areas with action.

you have walking street (the largest area) , beach road, bars down near soi 6 and 7, and the lk metro area. everything is just about 5 minutes away with a moto taxi.

the baywalk residence is right on beach road. you have the ocean right across the street (don't think you will have an ocean view though based on the way the hotel is set up). check out their web site. its just a short walk to walking street too. or you can take the taxis on beach road for 20 baht if you don't want to walk. send them an email and ask if they allow guests. don't be shy it's just an email.

another really nice hotel chain is the lk. there are two near lk metro area. first one is lk metropole on soi diana (aka soi 13) and just off of lk metro. it's right there in the lk metro area (many go-go bars, devil's den, [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord901][CodeWord901][/url]'s bj bar, and numerous other outdoor bars). the lk renaissance is around the corner (about 4-5 blocks down) on soi bakaou (sp?).

areca lodge is also on soi diana.

these 3 hotels are all very nice but not near the beach. the beach is about 3 city blocks away but they have plenty of action all around. remember, you can also rent a scooter or take a moto taxi to get where you want.

pipe

Hi,

Does anyone knows whether Sheraton is a GF hotel?

Thanks.

Has any one stayed here? It looks really nice and only $52 with breakfast for 2!

[QUOTE=Kitie Carson;1175137]Well I was looking at Secrets and Swiss Food Hotel. THEN I found out that I can spend a month in LOS, so I looked at Dancewatchers and booked a condo at View Talay 6. Anyone ever stay at these. The location looks Awesome ie Beach road Soi 9. Great location from the looks of it.[/QUOTE]I just booked view talley 6 for Oct. And will report when I get back

[QUOTE=Monopoly; 1175024]Any recent updates on this hotel?

Any reviews of the Me Rooms? Does the room have a balcony? Views from the balcony, etc.

Any cons at staying that you have noted, etc. Thanks.[/QUOTE]Monopoly:

I didn't stay there but looked at the rooms. The rooms in the hotel are nearly identical. The only differences are location in the hotel and whether the room has 2 twin beds or 1 king. Sea View rooms have balconies with good view. Hotel is new, modern, and clean. They have a great special this summer if you just show up and ask for the walk up rate. Soi 10 location between 2nd Road and Beach Road is very good.

Somebody here posted that they may have a charge for guests. You can email them ask them if there is a fee for overnight guests. If there is no guest charge, I would definitely stay there.

[QUOTE=Almotu;1174114]Does anybody know if they charge for overnight guests? Also in general terms does charging a joiner fee mean you get charged when the girl stay overnight or for any length of time. Even if you book double occupancy?[/QUOTE]They don't charge if you bring an overnight guest. You just have to check her in at reception.

In general. If you book a double you won't get charged for a guest. I stayed at the Mercure before. If you book a single and bring a guest, you will get charged. But if you book a double and bring a guest, they'll wave it.

We stayed welcom plaza 2. Road it is so good Hotel

[QUOTE=Kitie Carson;1178237]Thanks Beaver, but I have 1 booked for 30 days. Sept into October, so I 'll have seen 1st hand. I will give you my report also. Enjoy your stay.[/QUOTE]Thanks enjoy your stay as well.

Hi, I was in Pattaya in the beginning of this month and stayed at the Amari beach tower. Very good hotel and no problem to bring a lady in if after 24:00. If before that you need her to register at the reception. Payed 3 700 BHT for a double room. Breakfast was included and very good.

I'll be in Patts August 11. 18 and like the looks of these places:

Eastiny Seven.

Eastiny Residence.

Diana Oasis.

Anyone have thoughts or experience with these?

I stayed in Queen Vic last time and was pretty happy. I'd like to stay somewhere between Soi 7 and Walking Street, between Beach road and 2nd road at 1000Baht or less per night with no joiner fees. Also, although less important, I'd like to have breakfast included, a pool, and transport from BKK.

Yeah, I know it seems I am asking you guys to be my travel agent. I'm researching and RTFFing as I can and as time allows. But if you come to my city (Shanghai) I'll do all I can for ya!

Holler if you will be around in August 11-18 and want to go trolling together.

Ira

[QUOTE=Ira Johnson; 1179607]I'll be in Patts August 11. 18 and like the looks of these places:

Eastiny Seven.

Eastiny Residence.

Diana Oasis.

Ira[/QUOTE]Eastiny chain is quite good and reasonably priced. I like the one on soi 7, even though it can be quite noisy, The rooms are nice at either hotel. The residence is much less noisy. For transportation, look up Pattaya taxi for 1100 Bt. Airport to hotel in a nice car. They pay airport garage and tolls and take the fastest route to Pattaya and back. If you want, they will also stop on the motorway rest area.

[QUOTE=Cuba Tourist;1178075]Has any one stayed here? It looks really nice and only $52 with breakfast for 2![/QUOTE]The place is OK. But really far from walking street or action. If there's traffic, it could take you 30 mins on the baht bus to get to Pattaya.

I am looking to stay here next month, but it looks a little to fancy to allow guest. Does anyone know if they allow guest, or if there is a fee if they do allow guest. Thanks in advance for the info.

Chris H

[quote=ira johnson; 1179607]i'll be in patts august 11. 18 and like the looks of these places:

eastiny seven.

eastiny residence.

diana oasis.

anyone have thoughts or experience with these?

ira[/quote]i stayed at eastiny place i believe on soi 8. the rooms are nice enough, but there were ants every where. when i went to breakfast, they were crawling all over the table every time i was there. they were all over the room too. i was on my computer and they were crawling over the screen. the speed was slow also unless you are in the right room. i moved from one room to another and got a better connection otherwise i would have left. i won't go back due to the ants.

[QUOTE=Chris H; 1180217]I am looking to stay here next month, but it looks a little to fancy to allow guest. Does anyone know if they allow guest, or if there is a fee if they do allow guest. Thanks in advance for the info.

Chris H[/QUOTE]First one is free, the second one is a charge. Meaning you bring two in at one time there will be a charge for the second one.

LBM

[QUOTE=Ira Johnson; 1179607]I'll be in Patts August 11. 18 and like the looks of these places:

Eastiny Seven.

Eastiny Residence.

Diana Oasis.

Anyone have thoughts or experience with these?

I stayed in Queen Vic last time and was pretty happy. I'd like to stay somewhere between Soi 7 and Walking Street, between Beach road and 2nd road at 1000Baht or less per night with no joiner fees. Also, although less important, I'd like to have breakfast included, a pool, and transport from BKK.

Yeah, I know it seems I am asking you guys to be my travel agent. I'm researching and RTFFing as I can and as time allows. But if you come to my city (Shanghai) I'll do all I can for ya!

Holler if you will be around in August 11-18 and want to go trolling together.

Ira[/QUOTE]To IRA.

Flipper group have promotion stay 4 night only paid for 3 from now to OCT standard room is 1200 bht per night, there are 2 hotel F lodge at soi 8 and F house at soi 7 both have nice pool by central festival mall stay there many time.

[url]www.flippergroup.com[/url]

Fast Eddie 48

It doesn't seem that many guys on here talk about staying in an apt or studio while in Pattaya. Is there a certain reason for that? I am looking into staying at Selina Place. Anyone have any info about this location?

Chris H

[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1180519]To IRA.

Flipper group have promotion stay 4 night only paid for 3 from now to OCT standard room is 1200 bht per night, there are 2 hotel F lodge at soi 8 and F house at soi 7 both have nice pool by central festival mall stay there many time.

[url]www.flippergroup.com[/url]

Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Hello, Fast Eddie 48.

Thanks for the tip!

I went to Flipper House here [url]http://www.flippergroup.com/flipper_house/rooms_rates.html[/url]

And saw this note "The hotel charges Baht 110- for ABF for the 2nd person"

Does it mean thay charge a fee for guest?

[QUOTE=Sangkid;1181706]Could be because 90% of the ex-pats in Pattaya live in these rabbit hutches whilst not searching the beach for their 50 Baht fuck or looking miserable in Go-Go bars during happy hour. Someone should really come up with a new name for happy hour in Pattaya?[/QUOTE]What are you talking about, Rabbit Huthes and Ex-Pats? What is that? Whats wrong with Happy Hours in Pattaya? So the question that I posted about where to stay was not really answered by your post.

[QUOTE=Chris H; 1181390]It doesn't seem that many guys on here talk about staying in an apt or studio while in Pattaya. Is there a certain reason for that? I am looking into staying at Selina Place. Anyone have any info about this location?

Chris H[/QUOTE]

He is right, most of the serviced Apts are occupied by expats. Also, his reference to Happy hour is probably due to the fact these guys don't look very happy. Depressed hour may be a better term.

You do bring up a good question though. From my experience they are usually quieter, cheaper, and there is never a problem with bringing in a girl.

Lack of support staff and some other facilites are the only negatives I can think of.

There have been a few posts on folks staying in studio condo or bedroom condo but not many. The last few years I have stayed in a studio sized condo. Usually month stays where the price break is the best. As you said no problem at all in bringing in girls and QUIET. And has a great pool.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss; 1181821]He is right, most of the serviced Apts are occupied by expats. Also, his reference to Happy hour is probably due to the fact these guys don't look very happy. Depressed hour may be a better term.

You do bring up a good question though. From my experience they are usually quieter, cheaper, and there is never a problem with bringing in a girl.

Lack of support staff and some other facilites are the only negatives I can think of.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Cungong; 1181671]Hello, Fast Eddie 48.

Thanks for the tip!

I went to Flipper House here.

[url]http://www.flippergroup.com/flipper_house/rooms_rates.html[/url]

And saw this note "The hotel charges Baht 110- for ABF for the 2nd person"

Does it mean thay charge a fee for guest?[/QUOTE]No it means that ABF (American Breakfast) is 110 baht for your guest if you choose to treat her (or him) to breakfast.

[QUOTE=David 2;1181983]No it means that ABF (American Breakfast) is 110 baht for your guest if you choose to treat her (or him) to breakfast.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the clarification. I took your advice and tried to book 7 days at Flipper House OR Flipper Loge online, both says "Not available" so I sent them an email asking why.

[QUOTE=Cungong;1182012]Thanks for the clarification. I took your advice and tried to book 7 days at Flipper House OR Flipper Loge online, both says "Not available" so I sent them an email asking why.[/QUOTE]To Cungong.

They are book full most of the time very good location, I book for mid Aug for 5 night they have room and I book it about 2 week ago not sure when are you coming if for NOV.JAN is high season.

Fast Eddie 48

[QUOTE=Almotu;1174114]Does anybody know if they charge for overnight guests? Also in general terms does charging a joiner fee mean you get charged when the girl stay overnight or for any length of time. Even if you book double occupancy?[/QUOTE]I stayed about 5 or 6 times at August Suites; they DO NOT CHARGE for 1 lady; I was only charged (500 baht) one time when I brought 2 girls!

[QUOTE=David 2;1181983]No it means that ABF (American Breakfast) is 110 baht for your guest if you choose to treat her (or him) to breakfast.[/QUOTE]David,

I am staying at the Flipper Lodge now the Promo they have is stay 5 night get one night free so it average out to be 960 B a night with one free brunch buffet.

7 am to 1 pm vaule at 139 bht, there are very few mongering around most bar girl said no buisness everthing cost higher since I was here last year.

Fast Eddie 48

I stayed at the new April Suites hotel just off 2nd Road for 7 nights at the end of July and can recommend it highly.

The hotel is situated in a small side soi just after the crossroads (Tops) with Pattaya Klang and is a couple of minutes walk to the Baht buses running on soi Buakhao and P. Klang.

Easy stroll to Soi 6 in one direction and New Plaza and Soi 7/8 in the other.

I paid 1050 THb a night, rooms nicely decorated, med sized Sony LCD, small rooftop pool with Sauna and small Gym nearby.

Good helpful staff on reception and car parking for about 5 vehicles at the back, which I need.

Quiet location, BFs or GFs signed in at the desk no questions and great value for money.

On walking st. (soi be. J) nice and clean rooms.

GF, as many as you like.

Good prices.

Highly recommended

[QUOTE=Juicyclamlover; 1190139]I stayed at the new April Suites hotel just off 2nd Road for 7 nights at the end of July and can recommend it highly.

I paid 1050 THb a night, rooms nicely decorated, med sized Sony LCD.[/QUOTE]Sounds excellent value. Where did you get that rate?

You sure that's April Suites? Sounds like August Suites to me [url]http://www.augustsuites.com/[/url] And they start around 2,000 baht.

[QUOTE=Juicyclamlover; 1190139]I stayed at the new April Suites hotel just off 2nd Road for 7 nights at the end of July and can recommend it highly.

The hotel is situated in a small side soi just after the crossroads (Tops) with Pattaya Klang and is a couple of minutes walk to the Baht buses running on soi Buakhao and P. Klang.

Easy stroll to Soi 6 in one direction and New Plaza and Soi 7/8 in the other.

I paid 1050 THb a night, rooms nicely decorated, med sized Sony LCD, small rooftop pool with Sauna and small Gym nearby.

Good helpful staff on reception and car parking for about 5 vehicles at the back, which I need.

Quiet location, BFs or GFs signed in at the desk no questions and great value for money.[/QUOTE]

I emailed them this weekend and they quote me prices for November;

Cheapest room in April suites is 1500 thb.

Cheapest in August suites is 1750 thb.

[QUOTE=Firecat;1191417]Sounds excellent value. Where did you get that rate?[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Firecat;1191417]Sounds excellent value. Where did you get that rate?[/QUOTE]April Suites is on Agoda for 1020B per night, August Suites is available for 1657B per night.

[QUOTE=Firecat;1191417]Sounds excellent value. Where did you get that rate?[/QUOTE]I got that rate on Agoda. Com

[QUOTE=MadSkillz; 1191543]You sure that's April Suites? Sounds like August Suites to me.

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

And they start around 2, 000 baht.[/QUOTE]As I said to Firecat try Agoda. Com currently showing 1020 THB per night plus taxes.

[QUOTE=Bugzy 69; 1191563]I emailed them this weekend and they quote me prices for November;

Cheapest room in April suites is 1500 thb.

Cheapest in August suites is 1750 thb.[/QUOTE]Don't forget as from the 1st Nov the high season rates kick in.

I just got back from my stay at Pattaya. Though this is not the first time I am staying at Pattaya Bay Resort, I thought I should mention this one as I was impressed by their professionalism, service and the overall feel in the hotel. All service people greet you with a smile and are very prompt with whatever request you have.

This is a good one if you want your stay to be somewhat centrally located to different places of action, and at the sametime be at a peaceful location. It is located around 10 mins walk to Walking Street and 5 mins walk to LK Metro. This is from where the Hotel Shuttle drops you at Second road or Soi Bukhao. Also, Second Road is just 3-5 mins walk when you take a route through the Avenue Mall.

They have decently sized rooms which come with a balcony. Ideal for someone who smokes. I find the beds very comfortable too. Guess its a good deal for the 1070 you pay during the low season with a complementary morning breakfast also. Another thing I like about this hotel are the Safety aspects. They come with an in-room safe. Its small but you can put in your passport, cards, cash, etc. They also keep the girls I'd at the reception and call you to confirm if everythings alrite before the girls gets the I'd back.

The only trouble with this place is walking back from W. S may get taxing at night and you would need to hire a motorbike taxi. Esp returning from a disco with the girl when you're tired, sleepy and its late night / early morning. 60-80 baht is what I get quoted from Walking Street by the motorbike taxis.

Cheers.

Rip

[QUOTE=Chris H; 1180217]I am looking to stay here next month, but it looks a little to fancy to allow guest. Does anyone know if they allow guest, or if there is a fee if they do allow guest. Thanks in advance for the info.

Chris H[/QUOTE]We emailed the manager and he replied that its all good. We were the same as you, thought the hotel might give us some grief. Anyway, the email is saved on our smartphones should they kick off when we arrive in less than 3 weeks time.

[QUOTE=Pepe1234;1194292]We emailed the manager and he replied that its all good. We were the same as you, thought the hotel might give us some grief. Anyway, the email is saved on our smartphones should they kick off when we arrive in less than 3 weeks time.[/QUOTE]Fraser is girl friendly! For the 1st one, if you bring in more than one at a time the second one is charged. If noise bothers you request a room away from the courtyard.

LBM

[QUOTE=Amirs Sabag; 1191282]On walking st. (soi be. J) nice and clean rooms.

GF, as many as you like.

Good prices.

Highly recommended[/QUOTE]I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. I usually do not comment on stuff like hotels. Who really cares. It's the girlz we are after! This time I feel I must comment. I stayed here 3 years ago. It was my worst stay at a hotel. Period.

I had a reservation and arrived at the hotel to a female clerk at the front desk. She was rude throughout check-in. Maybe because I had some deal on the room and she wanted me to pay extra for an upgrade (which it was then discovered that it was not available as they were fully booked??), stating that she only had the type of room I booked on the ground floor. I said the ground floor was OK. That I was not picky and that everything should be fine. She was upset by this comment and there was no one else to take care of my check-in. She was the only person at the location.

Then I went to the room and it stunk of molds and whatever else, caused by water intrusion into the room. I alerted her to this. She said, yes, the ground floor rooms smell bad sometimes. The room was so bad it was actually disgusting. I told her I would check out and to just refund my money. Nope. OK then will you fix the room. Nope."cannot", some bull about the owner and other employees and more be. S. I don't remember.

Time was a wasting and I had no time to keep arguing with her. The room was so bad, I went to a soapy, returned to the room for some smelly mildew sleep (was tired from the trip....had other plans...but not in this room!!) and out the f u ck of there, next day. (I only stayed the one day....thank my lucky stars I only booked for one night and was able to find some very decent lodging at a similar price point)

I could not let this go when I saw the review. This was a horrendous situation. With a real scum bag employee.

I think if there had been a room available on a higher floor, she would give it to me at an upcharge. But none was availalbe at that time. F you ck her. Whoever she was.

I forgot one issue. This was on a Saturday going into a Sunday morning. At 8:00 AM sharp. Loud banging in the hall. I open the door. Workers are fixing a door and flooring. Banging away with no respect for sleeping guests. WTF. THIS PLACE SUCKS. If you need more info. PM me.

stayed at lk metropole for 10 nights, first 3 nights in the standard room on 4th floor (pool facing). booked with asiarooms for 1500 baht / night. remaining 7 nights, stayed at the studio room on 6th floor (also pool facing) paid 1790 baht / night directly to hotel. much bigger and nicer room.

service : very good, no problems, during check-out, i even forgot to take back the 500 baht deposit i paid them, but they called me back from my cab and gave me the money.

wi-fi : free throughout hotel, good signal, decent speed, no complaints.

facilities : had a pool and gym, which i used regularly, no problems at all, pool and gym average size, however they closed at 8 pm.

breakfast : woke up for breakfast only 50% of the time, you order from a menu, good variety, american / british breakfast, burger & fries, spagetti, even thai food. however, i found most of their breakfast too salty (except the thai food which was okay). overall very average breakfast.

bathroom : the one complaint i had was that i was unable to adjust the water temperature of the shower, sometimes it's too hot, you open the cold tap slightly and it becomes too cold, you shut it and it becomes too hot again. thought this problem was only in my room, but had the same problem in the other room i moved to. you have to keep turning the knobs to adjust temperature when taking a shower, quite inconvenient really.

girl-friendliness : nobody bothered to look who you brought back or check i'd. 's of the girls. there was a notice at the reception which read that customers will be charged 500 baht extra if they bring back 2 ladies, but nobody would even know. i didn't bring 2 ladies back during this trip but one guy on my floor used to and nobody questioned him at all.

surrounding area : many clubs, bars and go-go's in area, no need to really leave the area, notable ones are champagne, office, kiss, mash, submarine, oasis, sugar sugar, blu club. you should find a girl you like at one of these clubs.

overall an old but well-maintained hotel, with good service, only concern was the shower water temperature and less security procedures at night. definitely worth a repeat.

Also forgot to mention that there was absolutely no noise from the surrounding clubs entering my room, so that's not a problem. Also there 2 small stalls selling Chicken donner kebabs for 50 baht each, good value and quite tasty, also have a 24 hr subway just near the hotel.

[QUOTE=Adrenalinrush; 1196255]Surrounding area : Many clubs, bars and go-go's in area, no need to really leave the area, notable ones are Champagne, Office, KISS, MASH, Submarine, Oasis, Sugar sugar, Blu club. You should find a girl you like at one of these clubs.[/QUOTE]Sorry can't agree. In fact impossible to agree or were you there looking through your beer goggles?

70% of the girls in this area are over the hill. This is why they are working there. If they had looks they went along time ago. They can't cut it in the Walking Street and have to take third best.

25% of the girls are young, fat and ugly. They can't cut it in the Walking Street. They are third rate so have to take what they can get.

5% of the girls could make it in the Walking Street. They are young and probably there with an ugly fat friend or their mother. Once they realize where the big money is they should be off.

Stayed here for eight nights last week. Can't say enough about the place. Pricey, yes, but worth it for the ammenities. Located set back off Beach Road, next to the Royal Garden Plaza in the Soi 13 area. Five minute walk to Mike's Plaza in one direction and same distance to Walking Street in other direction. Stayed in an "executive room" on 5th floor ($70) , large clean room with private balcony, flat screen TV, tub and walk in shower. They do have smaller room options as well. It has a nice rooftop pool with great view of the Bay, free breakfast, small workout facility, wireless wifi in room. Staff was great, didn't even I'd any of my frequent guests. Downsides: limited TV channels, no room service (not really needed with all the eateries nearby). Booked through Agoda, no additional charges unless you use the mini-bar.

[QUOTE=Sangkid; 1196321]So many reports all basically saying the same thing. How many times did you write Sweethearts was your fav place?

For the statement above. Sorry can't agree. In fact impossible to agree or were you there looking through your beer goggles?

70% of the girls in this area are over the hill. This is why they are working there. If they had looks they went along time ago. They can't cut it in the Walking Street and have to take third best.

25% of the girls are young, fat and ugly. They can't cut it in the Walking Street. They are third rate so have to take what they can get.

5% of the girls could make it in the Walking Street. They are young and probably there with an ugly fat friend or their mother. Once they realize where the big money is they should be off.[/QUOTE]Well, if you don't wish to read the reports, you are free to ignore them, if you do not appreciate other's efforts and time invested, I totally understand that kind of strange behaviour, but please refrain from making these silly comments (it will only make you a pariah on this forum). You are just discouraging people to report.

If you had actually read my report summary, you would have noticed that I found only 7-8 girls out of 100 that were hot in Pattaya, this applies to the LK area also. There was only a very small difference in quality between WS and this area (old forum reports will confirm same thing) , barfined twice from Champagne, both very good experiences. Where I saw poor quality (like Oasis, Office, etc) , I put that down on my report. Maybe the good ones were gone when you went there. If you are in Pattaya now, I suggest walking into Submarine go-go and check out the 19-year stunner (Hay I think her name was). She doesn't speak English and only does ST, but I assure you, you would have not seen many cuter ones in Pattaya. Also check out the hot waitress at Office and MASH. Well I can only say that beauty lies in the eye of the beholder, and we certainly seem to have different sets of eyes (in picking the diamonds in the rough)

[QUOTE=Adrenalinrush; 1196816]If you don't wish to read the reports, you are free to ignore them, if you do not appreciate other's efforts and time invested, I totally understand.

I found only 7-8 girls out of 100 that were hot in Pattaya, this applies to the LK area also. I suggest walking into Submarine go-go and check out the 19-year stunner (Hay I think her name was). She doesn't speak English and only does ST, but I assure you, you would have not seen many cuter ones in Pattaya. Also check out the hot waitress at Office and MASH. Well I can only say that beauty lies in the eye of the beholder, and we certainly seem to have different sets of eyes (in picking the diamonds in the rough) [/QUOTE]Don't sweat it, AD. There are bound to be naysayers that take a contrary point of view to your excellent reports. I found your reports interesting and informative reads. I have only been to Bali, Indonesia (twice). When I have a little free time, I think I will search out your Indonesian reports to see if there is something worth checking out in the rest of the island nation.

The above quote got me to thinking. The Forum should have a new thread: "Stunners Spotted" where members will report back on ONLY the really hot looking girls they have found in Pattaya and BKK. You are so right when you say "[you] only found 7-8 girls out of 100 that were hot in Pattaya". That is the percentage I find too and dictates the nature of the hunt. It takes guys with good eyes and a solid understanding of body language to play the game well. Peace, love, and a lot of hot women in your future. Stay thirsty, NB.

[QUOTE=Run Mann;1191620]April Suites is on A**** for 1020B per night, August Suites is available for 1657B per night.[/QUOTE]A whole paragraph is missing from my original post, therefore its whole meaning has been lost.

Be wary of some of the rates posted here for April / August Suites because they do not include service charges or taxes. You may not be comparing like with like.

I've just returned from a 3 night stay at the Pailin House in Soi Lengkee.

I was with a friend on a budget so opted for this hotel based on one or two other ex-pat comments.

500 THB a night. I stayed on the ground floor but you need to be careful as the rooms do vary in quality.

My wingmans room was not as nicely decorated as mine so if they are not full it pays to have a look at a couple.

My room was simply furnished but clean.

Staff very friendly and helpful, parking for about 3 cars out the front, you need a good handbrake!

Good location for the bars and go-go's around Soi Buakhao, just a couple of minutes walk away and plenty of places to eat in Soi lengkee itself.

Not sure if this is the right place to post this but from my little experience I get the best rates contacting hotels directly prior my stay rather than booking tru the usual stuff such as Agoda, booking. Com, wotif, etc. Maybe I don't know some kind of tricks in these sites but roughly one have to add approx 17% to Agoda rates for example.

[QUOTE=Firecat; 1197191]A whole paragraph is missing from my original post, therefore its whole meaning has been lost.

Be wary of some of the rates posted here for April / August Suites because they do not include service charges or taxes. You may not be comparing like with like.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Bugzy 69;1197320]Not sure if this is the right place to post this but from my little experience I get the best rates contacting hotels directly prior my stay rather than booking tru the usual stuff such as Agoda, booking. Com, wotif, etc. Maybe I don't know some kind of tricks in these sites but roughly one have to add approx 17% to Agoda rates for example.[/QUOTE]7% tax and 10% service charge? You have to read all offers twice (and then some more) to make sure everything is included.

[QUOTE=Bugzy 69;1197320]Not sure if this is the right place to post this but from my little experience I get the best rates contacting hotels directly prior my stay rather than booking tru the usual stuff such as Agoda, booking. Com, wotif, etc. Maybe I don't know some kind of tricks in these sites but roughly one have to add approx 17% to Agoda rates for example.[/QUOTE]7% tax and 10% service charge? You have to read all offers twice (and then some more) to make sure everything is included.

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

Has a "lowest price" policy. If you find the same room somewhere else cheaper they reimburse the difference. So you cannot go wrong by using them and you have the support of their customer service.

[QUOTE=Nixonbd;1196795]Stayed here for eight nights last week. Can't say enough about the place. Pricey, yes, but worth it for the ammenities. Located set back off Beach Road, next to the Royal Garden Plaza in the Soi 13 area. Five minute walk to Mike's Plaza in one direction and same distance to Walking Street in other direction. Stayed in an "executive room" on 5th floor ($70) , large clean room with private balcony, flat screen TV, tub and walk in shower. They do have smaller room options as well. It has a nice rooftop pool with great view of the Bay, free breakfast, small workout facility, wireless wifi in room. Staff was great, didn't even I'd any of my frequent guests. Downsides: limited TV channels, no room service (not really needed with all the eateries nearby). Booked through Agoda, no additional charges unless you use the mini-bar.[/QUOTE]Glad you had a great time there. Told you it was a nice hotel and you had the same downsides as I did. I go back in 3 weeks but this time I am staying at View Talley 6.

Hi,

How much I need pay for a good Hotel in Pattaya?

I want rent room for 1 month.

[QUOTE=Toss1; 1198566]Hi,

How much I need pay for a good Hotel in Pattaya?

I want rent room for 1 month.[/QUOTE]What does good mean? Pool, location, food, LCD TV, Wifi, amenities? Do you want a hotel or even better for a month may be a serviced Apt.

Be more specific.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss; 1199142]What does good mean? Pool, location, food, LCD TV, Wifi, amenities? Do you want a hotel or even better for a month may be a serviced Apt.

Be more specific.[/QUOTE]Also you got to have some ballpark number that you are willing to spend? What is that number to start?

LBM

Hi Senior Members.

I hope you can help: I am going to Pattaya shortly. Due to a sudden change of plans, staying for about a week. I was in the area about 10 years ago but hardly remember the layout of the city / beach.

I am looking for a place with a quiet terrace / pool area where I can soak up some sun in the day time. Low noise, no hassle, no kids relaxing atmosphere where you can read a book or whatever. A pool would also be nice.

Also, wireless and aircon in the room. I prefer walking distance from where I can pick up some girls during the day / night. Room-wise, I don't need anything fancy.

Any suggestions below 3000 bath a night would be highly appriciated.

Best,

Andy

[QUOTE]I am looking for a place with a quiet terrace / pool area where I can soak up some sun in the day time. Low noise, no hassle, no kids relaxing atmosphere where you can read a book or whatever. A pool would also be nice. Also, wireless and aircon in the room. I prefer walking distance from where I can pick up some girls during the day / night. Room-wise, I don't need anything fancy.[/QUOTE]With a budget of 3000 baht per night, you'll have tons of choices in Pattaya. I suggest you check out the LK Renaissance:

[url]http://www.lkpattaya.com/renaissance/[/url]

The location in central Pattaya is excellent. Very convenient to Soi LK Metro and the ever-expanding scene there. If you fancy the Walking Street go-go bars, it's about a five minute walk to Beach Road, where you can catch a baht bus headed south. If Soi 6 is calling your name, it's about a two minute walk to Second Road, where you can catch a baht bus headed north. If you want to walk the road less traveled you can walk east over to Third Road and check out the bargains to be found there.

As for the hotel itself, the rooms are large and many feature a kitchenette. There is a pool and sundeck. And wi-fi of course. The only complaint some have concerns noise. But if you stay in the central part of Pattaya that's going to be an issue regardless of the hotel.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Andy Dane; 1201735]I am going to Pattaya shortly. Due to a sudden change of plans, staying for about a week. I was in the area about 10 years ago but hardly remember the layout of the city / beach.

I am looking for a place with a quiet terrace / pool area where I can soak up some sun in the day time. Low noise, no hassle, no kids relaxing atmosphere where you can read a book or whatever. A pool would also be nice. Also, wireless and aircon in the room. I prefer walking distance from where I can pick up some girls during the day / night. Room-wise, I don't need anything fancy.

Any suggestions below 3000 bath a night would be highly appriciated.[/QUOTE]I just booked a deluxe room with free breakfast for two and Wi-Fi at Tim Boutique Hotel for $66. The hotel has a roof top pool, a bar, a good location and is geared for punters. Check out the many reviews at Tripadviser and *Pattaya Addicts.

I really like the hotel, but make sure you book a room at the back, on a high floor. Bar noise till 2-3am in that area is a killer.

[QUOTE=Bunky; 1202287]With a budget of 3000 baht per night, you'll have tons of choices in Pattaya. I suggest you check out the LK Renaissance:

[url]http://www.lkpattaya.com/renaissance/[/url]

Bunky[/QUOTE]To Bunky

I think LK Renaissance is more like 4000 bht a night and up for 3000 bht Arcela lodge is a good location near by with a nice pool and room is big and very GF place.

Fast Eddie 48

[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1202307]To Bunky

I think LK Renaissance is more like 4000 bht a night and up for 3000 bht Arcela lodge is a good location near by with a nice pool and room is big and very GF place.

Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]LK is less. Agoda has a 40 sq m. Room including breakfast at LK for $65 on various dates in Nov/Dec.

I spend about about 3 months a year in Thailand (benefits of being in Education, LOL) and I would like to recommend the Pattaya Bay Resort. Excellent low season rates of 999 baht a day, stay 6 days get one free, for regular room. High season a little more expensive, but still reasonable. They actually advertise on a few monger sites, so you know they are very visitor friendly. Good, clean rooms, cable TV, free wi-fi in all rooms, and room service the same price as if you went upstairs with good food as well.

I just spent the month of August there, and it was a wonderful stay. Located right behind The Avenues (where Major Cinema is located) with a free shuttle bus to 2nd Road about a block from where Walking Street starts or Soi Buwkao (or however it is spelled). They ALWAYS check I'd's and call your room when your guests leave. Never had to pay a joiner fee, even when I once returned with 3 girls at once.

Staff knows why single men come to Pattaya and understand that we don't want a walk of shame when we bring our girls back.

My only complaint is room doors can seem a little thin at times as the sounds of sex make it into the hallway when you walk past, LOL.

Book direct, you can get cheaper rates than 3rd party sites. My last trip I arranged to pay 25, 000 baht for 37 days, which worked out to 675 baht a day, so a bit of a discount for long stays. This was low season, so rates would be more for high season.

[QUOTE=Member #1762; 1202396]Staff knows why single men come to Pattaya and understand that we don't want a walk of shame when we bring our girls back.

My only complaint is room doors can seem a little thin at times as the sounds of sex make it into the hallway when you walk past, LOL.[/QUOTE]So why is this a complaint? Everyone knows why girls are being taken back to the rooms. Loud sex is one of the best sounds one should listen to whether you're in or out of the room.

[QUOTE=Member #1762; 1202396]I spend about about 3 months a year in Thailand (benefits of being in Education, LOL) and I would like to recommend the Pattaya Bay Resort. Excellent low season rates of 999 baht a day, stay 6 days get one free, for regular room. High season a little more expensive, but still reasonable. They actually advertise on a few monger sites, so you know they are very visitor friendly. Good, clean rooms, cable TV, free wi-fi in all rooms, and room service the same price as if you went upstairs with good food as well.

I just spent the month of August there, and it was a wonderful stay. Located right behind The Avenues (where Major Cinema is located) with a free shuttle bus to 2nd Road about a block from where Walking Street starts or Soi Buwkao (or however it is spelled). They ALWAYS check I'd's and call your room when your guests leave. Never had to pay a joiner fee, even when I once returned with 3 girls at once.

Staff knows why single men come to Pattaya and understand that we don't want a walk of shame when we bring our girls back.

My only complaint is room doors can seem a little thin at times as the sounds of sex make it into the hallway when you walk past, LOL.

Book direct, you can get cheaper rates than 3rd party sites. My last trip I arranged to pay 25, 000 baht for 37 days, which worked out to 675 baht a day, so a bit of a discount for long stays. This was low season, so rates would be more for high season.[/QUOTE]I stayed here too in January and would have no problem returning.

[QUOTE=Andy Dane; 1201735]Hi Senior Members.

I hope you can help: I am going to Pattaya shortly. Due to a sudden change of plans, staying for about a week. I was in the area about 10 years ago but hardly remember the layout of the city / beach.

I am looking for a place with a quiet terrace / pool area where I can soak up some sun in the day time. Low noise, no hassle, no kids relaxing atmosphere where you can read a book or whatever. A pool would also be nice.

Also, wireless and aircon in the room. I prefer walking distance from where I can pick up some girls during the day / night. Room-wise, I don't need anything fancy.

Any suggestions below 3000 bath a night would be highly appriciated.

Best,

Andy[/QUOTE]You have a lot of options but if it is a pool and terrace you are after. Go for the Mercure but stay pool side, you have to pay extra for the wireless which is 1000 for the week. It is right next the Pattaya bay resort so you can just walk through the back of the mall and in to several beer bars

Any update on construction or noise levels on soi 10 area?

Thanks!

Did anyone stayed here? Is it Girl friendly? How is the quality? Is it far from the main action area?

I'm planning my trip in Jan 2012. May be some senior members here can guide me the right way.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Fck Dick; 1214504]Did anyone stayed here? Is it Girl friendly? How is the quality? Is it far from the main action area?

I'm planning my trip in Jan 2012. May be some senior members here can guide me the right way.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Google is a wonderful invention:

[url]http://www.wgfriendly.com/girl_friendly_hotel_details.php?id=383&[/url]

You're welcome.

Fellow Forum Members, I am planning my next trip to Pattaya in March 2012. I normally stayed at Pasadena Lodge (Soi LK Metro) which is a bit far from the Beach Road area and does not have a pool. This trip I thought of staying closer to Beach Road and read from the forum (very dated report) concerning a place called "BJ Holiday Lodge (Soi 3, North Pattaya)" for which its website advertised 1200 Baht per night.

My question is if any members here could provide me with some updated information concerning the condition of the hotel (rooms & facilities) and whether there is currently any construction surrounding the place? Further the hotel was not listed on the WGFriendly website as being "friendly to guest", so is it girl-friendly?

Alternatively could you recommend accommodation of similar standard, pricing and nearby location (as this place) that I may consider?

Hope to here some feedback soon.

Thanks & Cheers

[QUOTE=Normad2020; 1219738]Fellow Forum Members, I am planning my next trip to Pattaya in March 2012. I normally stayed at Pasadena Lodge (Soi LK Metro) which is a bit far from the Beach Road area and does not have a pool. This trip I thought of staying closer to Beach Road and read from the forum (very dated report) concerning a place called "BJ Holiday Lodge (Soi 3, North Pattaya)" for which its website advertised 1200 Baht per night.

My question is if any members here could provide me with some updated information concerning the condition of the hotel (rooms & facilities) and whether there is currently any construction surrounding the place? Further the hotel was not listed on the WGFriendly website as being "friendly to guest", so is it girl-friendly?

Alternatively could you recommend accommodation of similar standard, pricing and nearby location (as this place) that I may consider?

Hope to here some feedback soon.

Thanks & Cheers[/QUOTE]There are several October 2011 reviews of BJ's in the Pats A Forum. They all say it is GF. It also gets very good evaluations and is highly recommended.

N2020,

I have a friend staying on Soi 5, so I walked down to Soi 3, starting on the Beach road side. This hotel is located two small hotels up from Beach Road, Charming Inn is the first and then A-One Pattaya resort is second and then B. J. I didn't have time to see the rooms but the hotel design and because the other two are in front there isn't a view of the beach. The hotel from the outside looks well maintained and has a large eating area (open) within the lobby. I ask the lady at the desk and yes it is GF, because I ask her if I stay would she come to my room? Just joking. The hotel is located just opposite the bigger A-One Cruise Hotel, the one that looks like a ship in the from.

I am pretty familar with this area and the cost and if you have been quoted 1200 that is a pretty good price since Charming Inn is asking for 1500 the last time I visited with a friend. The Soi, has no construction going on and the only open lot belongs to the A-One for parking big buses. As you walk up the Soi 3, towards 2nd road there are around 12 outdoor beerbars lump together. As you walk up towards 2nd road there are a few massages places, and a 7/11 and when you get to the top Big C, is directly across.

A little far from Walking St. But the baht buse is right there and when you come back and don't want to walk back down Soi 3, you can most likely ride pass Soi, and ride the baht bus up to the Dolphin Circle and most likely it will turn back down Beach Road and then you can get off Soi 3, which is a much shorter distant to your hotel. I ask one of the motorbike taxi guys how much to WS or Soi Baukhao and he said both times 40 baht.

Good luck and enjoy? LBM

lbm,

thank you very much for your generous and prompt reply. getting a first-hand feedback from a local expert is the surest way to confirm the facts as stated in their website.

so i am in a very rich hunting ground if i am staying here. great!

as to going to ws, i will make the traditional one visit there but these days i am a bit discouraged by the fact that it is full of families (with kids) walking up and down that street taking photos and videos. it makes the place looking like a "circus" rather than an adult fun street. anyway, when in pattaya i prefer beer bars and soi 6 rather than ws.

btw any good bj place to recommend around this area? i normally go to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] (as i stayed at pasadena) but would love to try a new place. a nice bj in the late morning is a great start to the day. lol.

cheers.

[quote=littlebigman; 1219997]n2020,

i have a friend staying on soi 5, so i walked down to soi 3, starting on the beach road side. this hotel is located two small hotels up from beach road, charming inn is the first and then a-one pattaya resort is second and then b. j. i didn't have time to see the rooms but the hotel design and because the other two are in front there isn't a view of the beach. the hotel from the outside looks well maintained and has a large eating area (open) within the lobby. i ask the lady at the desk and yes it is gf, because i ask her if i stay would she come to my room? just joking. the hotel is located just opposite the bigger a-one cruise hotel, the one that looks like a ship in the from.

i am pretty familar with this area and the cost and if you have been quoted 1200 that is a pretty good price since charming inn is asking for 1500 the last time i visited with a friend. the soi, has no construction going on and the only open lot belongs to the a-one for parking big buses. as you walk up the soi 3, towards 2nd road there are around 12 outdoor beerbars lump together. as you walk up towards 2nd road there are a few massages places, and a 7/11 and when you get to the top big c, is directly across.

a little far from walking st. but the baht buse is right there and when you come back and don't want to walk back down soi 3, you can most likely ride pass soi, and ride the baht bus up to the dolphin circle and most likely it will turn back down beach road and then you can get off soi 3, which is a much shorter distant to your hotel. i ask one of the motorbike taxi guys how much to ws or soi baukhao and he said both times 40 baht.

good luck and enjoy? lbm[/quote]

Thanks LP for the pointer. I will "slide" over to the mentioned forum to read the latest posting.

Cheers.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss;1219862]There are several October 2011 reviews of BJ's in the Pats A Forum. They all say it is GF. It also gets very good evaluations and is highly recommended.[/QUOTE]

N2020,

Can't help you with the early morning BJ, but maybe you can work something out with one from Soi 6, on the side to do you in the morning in your room or check out the Beach Road Freelancer. There is a place at the very end of Soi 6, that I use to get a oil massage and little extra but its been a while since I'v gone and most likely the girl isn't there any longer but I'm sure you will not have a problem finding someone willing? Not sure how early it opens?

LBM

no worries mate, can always stroll over to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] for a nice bj. (if i fancy some) after having breakfast at my favorite thai noodle shop near canterbury tales.

chances are higher i will get a nice long session with my overnight guest which would have included the morning bj.

cheers.

[quote=littlebigman; 1220064]n2020,

can't help you with the early morning bj, but maybe you can work something out with one from soi 6, on the side to do you in the morning in your room or check out the beach road freelancer. there is a place at the very end of soi 6, that i use to get a oil massage and little extra but its been a while since i'v gone and most likely the girl isn't there any longer but i'm sure you will not have a problem finding someone willing? not sure how early it opens?

lbm[/quote]

[quote=normad2020; 1220066]no worries mate, can always stroll over to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] for a nice bj. (if i fancy some) after having breakfast at my favorite thai noodle shop near canterbury tales.

chances are higher i will get a nice long session with my overnight guest which would have included the morning bj.

cheers.[/quote]hell if you can stroll that far why not go through soi lengkee to 3rd to bliss lounge, but not sure if it is open that early?

lbm

Pardon my ignorant but what is there at Bliss Lounge and any famous landmark to make it easier for me to find?

I love to walk when I am on holiday especially in Pattaya.

Cheers.

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan; 1220180]Hell if you can stroll that far why not go through Soi Lengkee to 3rd to Bliss Lounge, but not sure if it is open that early?

LBM[/QUOTE]

[quote=normad2020; 1220359]pardon my ignorant but what is there at bliss lounge and any famous landmark to make it easier for me to find?

i love to walk when i am on holiday especially in pattaya.

cheers.[/quote]bliss lounge is like [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url], except it is on 3rd road. they have girls sitting outside in little school outfits? if you go up soi lengkee to 3rd road u-turn left walk down and cross to the otherside i believe it is across from the old xcite night club before they tore it down recently. you might want to google it and see if it comes up?

lbm

great!

i always have a fantasy for girls in school uniform going down on me.

will put in on my to-do-list for my trip in march 2012.

if you are around during that time would like to buy you a beer (as a thank you for the great information you shared with me).

cheers mate.

[quote=littlebigman; 1220405]bliss lounge is like [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url], except it is on 3rd road. they have girls sitting outside in little school outfits? if you go up soi lengkee to 3rd road u-turn left walk down and cross to the otherside i believe it is across from the old xcite night club before they tore it down recently. you might want to google it and see if it comes up?

lbm[/quote]

I'm visiting Pattaya from Jan 4th to 7th with two other mongers for first time. Do we need to book hotel in advance or we can simply walk in around and book some room in some normal girl friendly hotel? If we have to book in advance, Can anyone suggest good 2 star hotels which can book the room on credit card and is safe.

Thanks in advance

[QUOTE=Fck Dick;1221241]I'm visiting Pattaya from Jan 4th to 7th with two other mongers for first time. Do we need to book hotel in advance or we can simply walk in around and book some room in some normal girl friendly hotel? If we have to book in advance, Can anyone suggest good 2 star hotels which can book the room on credit card and is safe. Thanks in advance[/QUOTE]That's a busy time, but there is always a room somewhere. Check on booking(dot)com, agoda, wotif, latestays, etc.

I'd reserve a room(s) on "booking(dot)com" for the first night, and then look around if you decide you want to be somewhere else.

[QUOTE=Fon Tok; 1221283]That's a busy time, but there is always a room somewhere. Check on booking (dot) com, agoda, wotif, latestays, etc.

I'd reserve a room (s) on "booking (dot) com" for the first night, and then look around if you decide you want to be somewhere else.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the advice. But why the heading is 3some?

I would like to stay in the Areca lodge on my first trip to Pattaya in may.

I was thinking of taking a room in the evergreen builiding.

I guess the hotel is in a good and central locatation as many boardmembers seem to prefer this hotel.

I am wondering if the hotel charges a joiner fee?

First I thougt they would not because of the fact a lot of boardmembers seem to have stayed there, then I see on tripadvisor. Com a post from a guy from sept 25 2011 and I quote:

"If you would bring a girlfriend or a guest to stay overnight in your room you have to pay around 300 Baht to the reception as the non-refundable fee"

Can a boardmember who already stayed there tell me if they charge a joinerfee or not?

I have just stayed at this hotel for 7 nights. I booked a double in the Evergreen section. Good Hotel and good Breakfast. I took my girl inthe first night and she handed over her I'd and they gave a receipt for that, and that was all. No extra charges and no problems on any other of the seven days.

I would reccomend this hotel at 1750bht per night includes breakfast.

[QUOTE=Dupke; 1223496]I would like to stay in the Areca lodge on my first trip to Pattaya in may.

I was thinking of taking a room in the evergreen builiding.

I guess the hotel is in a good and central locatation as many boardmembers seem to prefer this hotel.

I am wondering if the hotel charges a joiner fee?

First I thougt they would not because of the fact a lot of boardmembers seem to have stayed there, then I see on tripadvisor. Com a post from a guy from sept 25 2011 and I quote:

"If you would bring a girlfriend or a guest to stay overnight in your room you have to pay around 300 Baht to the reception as the non-refundable fee"

Can a boardmember who already stayed there tell me if they charge a joinerfee or not?[/QUOTE]

Hi.

Is it possible to get a room in a hotel with a pool for around 1000-1500 that is fairly central?

I usually stay within the 500-700 range but those days are over.

Added value: I am a frequenter of Bliss Lounge, had Nong service me last night adequate with a little too much teeth for my liking
but is willing to rim if thats your thing. Pat is great for this but I didn't see her there last night.

[QUOTE=Normad2020;1220359]Pardon my ignorant but what is there at Bliss Lounge and any famous landmark to make it easier for me to find?[/QUOTE]Don't know why this is being discussed in the Hotel thread, but Bliss Lounge is located on 3rd Road and Soi 18 (my street!) right next to 7Eleven.

[QUOTE=Mr Enternational;1226051]Don't know why this is being discussed in the Hotel thread, but Bliss Lounge is located on 3rd Road and Soi 18 (my street!) right next to 7Eleven.[/QUOTE]Go to November 23rd, post 2384 for the answer?

LBM

Hi,

Would be staying in Tim Boutique hote.

The forum doesn't have specific mention of this hotel being GF friendly.

Can someone please clarify this and any other suggestions for the hotel locations and the dos / donts nearby this hotel.

Thanks in advance

Can you recommend a decent guest house in Pattaya? I'm looking for a place that is.

- in a quiet area (no noisy bars nearby)

- clean.

- reasonably central (South or Central Pattaya)

Any suggestions?

[QUOTE=Mitian 1994; 1226435]Hi,

Would be staying in Tim Boutique hote.

The forum doesn't have specific mention of this hotel being GF friendly.

Can someone please clarify this and any other suggestions for the hotel locations and the dos / donts nearby this hotel.

Thanks in advance[/QUOTE]That hotel is well known to be GF and has great reviews. As far as do's and dont's? Just check in and explore the Soi's, Beach Rd., Walking Street, and 2nd. Road. You will learn more walking around and experiencing the area yourself.

[QUOTE=Mitian 1994; 1226435]Hi,

Would be staying in Tim Boutique hote.

The forum doesn't have specific mention of this hotel being GF friendly.

Can someone please clarify this and any other suggestions for the hotel locations and the dos / donts nearby this hotel.

Thanks in advance[/QUOTE]From memory my el cheapo room had floor to ceiling mirrors while my associate's room had a jacuzzi that was big enough for three people.

There is also an in-house gogo downstairs

I hope this answers your question.

Thanks a bunch MrE, will certainly make a bee-line to Bliss Lounge to try it out.

By the way, I have just reserved my room (via Internet) at Jasmine Hotel (near WS) from 14-17 March 2012. Any latest updates whether the place lives up to the glorious reviews posted in TripAdvisors?

Would appreciate some feedback from the local experts as I do not want any surprises.

Cheers.

[QUOTE=Mr Enternational;1226051]Don't know why this is being discussed in the Hotel thread, but Bliss Lounge is located on 3rd Road and Soi 18 (my street!) right next to 7Eleven.[/QUOTE]

PS, I have just reserved my room at Jasmine Hotel (near WS) for 950 Baht / night (Superior Room) for March 2012. The webpage mentioned they have pool, free WIFI, elevator and other normal hotel amenities. Why don't you give the website a browse?

Cheers.

[QUOTE=Pointy Stick; 1226041]Hi.

Is it possible to get a room in a hotel with a pool for around 1000-1500 that is fairly central?

I usually stay within the 500-700 range but those days are over.

Added value: I am a frequenter of Bliss Lounge, had Nong service me last night adequate with a little too much teeth for my liking

But is willing to rim if thats your thing. Pat is great for this but I didn't see her there last night.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Stakeout;1226624]Can you recommend a decent guest house in Pattaya? I'm looking for a place that is, in a quiet area (no noisy bars nearby), clean, reasonably central (South or Central Pattaya).[/QUOTE]I'm staying on Soi 13 between Second Road and Beach Road right now and find it to be both centrally located and quiet. There is a beer bar at the northwest corner of Soi 13 and Second Road, and they do have a live band. But it's not obnoxious.

There are several hotels on this part of Soi 13. I don't know what your budget is, but you might check out The Haven Hotel:

[url]http://www.thehaven-hotel.com/rooms.php[/url]

It's farther down Soi 13 toward Beach Road, on the north side of the street. Quiet small place. All the rooms are the same and even in high season the rate is only 1200 baht per night, with discounts for longer stays.

Bunky

The Haven Hotel was fully booked, unfortunately, as was all hotels on Soi 13, the manager guessed.

[B]What are the chances of finding a decent hotel or guest house by walking around Pattaya during high season? [/B]Would you take the chance and travel to Pattaya without having a hotel reservation? Any success stories?

[QUOTE=Stakeout; 1227175]The Haven Hotel was fully booked, unfortunately, as was all hotels on Soi 13, the manager guessed.

[B]What are the chances of finding a decent hotel or guest house by walking around Pattaya during high season? [/B]Would you take the chance and travel to Pattaya without having a hotel reservation? Any success stories?[/QUOTE]I suppose I had a success story. Stayed in Jomtian for a couple of days and during that period I simply walked around asking if they had a room free the next day (Soi 13/2) which they did and then rocked up the next day. Try leaving a nominal deposit tosecure something though. You might want to be specific however, e.g Room with a balcony or superior rather than just anything.

[QUOTE=Stakeout; 1227175]The Haven Hotel was fully booked, unfortunately, as was all hotels on Soi 13, the manager guessed.

[B]What are the chances of finding a decent hotel or guest house by walking around Pattaya during high season? [/B]Would you take the chance and travel to Pattaya without having a hotel reservation? Any success stories?[/QUOTE]I wouldn't do it, but then again I don't want to waste my valuable time in Pattaya looking for a place to stay. Best bet is get on Agoda, and you will see exactly how many hotels have open rooms in Pattaya for the dates you are interested in.

Hey all, I was hoping to get an opinion from any who are familiar with the area or on the ground in Pattaya right now. First off, I went to Pattaya last May and had the time of my life, looking to go on my second trip Jan 24-Feb 2nd. I've been reading the FF and based on a few reviews have come up with 5 options on hotels which I think match my requirements namely:

1. Girlfriendly (most important)

2. Not too expensive

3. Not too cheap (I hate ratholes, I'm on vacation, I want to be comfortable!)

4. Located near Walking Street so the prospects and myself don't have to walk far.

Anyway, my last experience was a jaunt or two to the Massage Parlours (Sabaidee and land, I know expensive, but hey, ya got to do it!) Soi 6 prob my fav for sheer eye candy and choice, and pulled a few girls from walking street both FL and GG (I try to spread the love around!) I never saw anything I like on the cocobar so never partook. On a side note, I ended up LOVING the top floor of the shopping complex on beach road as it consists of a huge buffet of different culture dishes, a bit $$ but so worth it, where else can you have Pad Thai, Curry Dishes and Pizza at the same place?

Anyway on to my list of hotels! I have 5 that I think will work as they are in the general area based on my last experience and where I ended up most of the time.

Jasmine Hotel 950b / night.

Swiss Hotel 600-800b / night.

(These 2 hotels are actually in walking street area, so will be an easy walk)

Haven Hotel 1200b 10% discount for 7 days or more ie 1080b / night.

Noble Place 790b / night.

Sawadee Sunshine 780-880b / night w / free breakfast.

These 3 hotels are between walking street and Soi 6 and close to the shopping center.

Anyway, I also realize I came during low season last time and everyone suggested that next time to book the first 2 days online and then walk around on the off time between prospects to check out any local hotels and book the remainder on what you find. Will this be a good or bad idea during the last weeks of January, I can't imagine it being that busy during that time as it will be after Christmas / New Years and before Chinese New Years. Opinions welcome!

Anyway, I was hoping for some opinions on the choices above, but feel free to offer any additional options that you have had excellant service at and don't mind the girls. Also I welcome anyones feedback on great places to eat while in Pattaya, when I'm on Vac I indulge in all the pleasures!

Also if anyone will be in Pattaya during the times listed, I'm always up for a barhop and a beer! Its getting close and I can barely breath with anticipation! I'm hoping to get to the LOS at least twice this year, its the new favorite place in the world!

[QUOTE=JohnHorner;1228191]Anyway, I also realize I came during low season last time and everyone suggested that next time to book the first 2 days online and then walk around on the off time between prospects to check out any local hotels and book the remainder on what you find. Will this be a good or bad idea during the last weeks of January, I can't imagine it being that busy during that time as it will be after Christmas / New Years and before Chinese New Years. Opinions welcome![/QUOTE]Most hotels run their high season rates through mid-February, but by the end of January the major rush has calmed a bit, but it's still pretty busy. Lots of people think this is going to be the worst year yet for tourism, so there should be plenty of hotel rooms avaiable at that time.

I've never stayed at any of the hotels you mention so I can't really give you any feedback on them, I usually stay at Siam Baywalk Residence, LK Metropole, or Areca Lodge. The first and third are mid range and the 5 you mention. $45-50US. LK Metropole is a little more expensive. If you want on Walking Street check out Galaxy Suites, it is above Heaven's Above GoGo, but be-fore-warned it is loud until around 3:00A. M, so I wouldn't plan on sleeping before that, but you can't beat the location, and price is only 995THB.

DVEight

@JohnHorner.

I've only stayed at Noble Place. Clean, functional with, as another punter puts it here, great shower pressure. Pretty good WiFi too. Fantastic location to BR and Walking Street with Villa Market across the road.

Downsides.

They lock up the reception about 6pm so you're on your own and there are no security cameras. If you are an inexperienced monger then I would not recommend this place as reception acts as a filter (for screening I'd's for age) and if you happen to accidentally pick up a LB and they won't leave without full payment. You are own your own.

Although it does avoid the walk of shame you should be cognizant that hotel staff are (usually) there to help you and it's best to avoid any altercations of a violent or lawful nature.

Also they only offer a change of towels every two days (WTF).

Safety first homie.

I would recommend the Queen Vic in Soi 6/1 for value. 800 baht gets you a pimped out room with ST a mere second away. Get a facing away from Soi 6 if you want to get some sleep.

[QUOTE=Bugzy 69;1228563]The 'walk of shame' nowadays is if you walk alone![/QUOTE]At Central Park Hotel in Angeles City before you go out hunting the girls at the reception desk always tell you good luck. One night I told one of them,"Who needs luck? I have money."

[QUOTE=Pointy Stick; 1228363]@JohnHorner.

I've only stayed at Noble Place. Clean, functional with, as another punter puts it here, great shower pressure. Pretty good WiFi too. Fantastic location to BR and Walking Street with Villa Market across the road.

Downsides.

They lock up the reception about 6pm so you're on your own and there are no security cameras. If you are an inexperienced monger then I would not recommend this place as reception acts as a filter (for screening I'd's for age) and if you happen to accidentally pick up a LB and they won't leave without full payment. You are own your own.

Although it does avoid the walk of shame you should be cognizant that hotel staff are (usually) there to help you and it's best to avoid any altercations of a violent or lawful nature.

Also they only offer a change of towels every two days (WTF).

Safety first homie.

I would recommend the Queen Vic in Soi 6/1 for value. 800 baht gets you a pimped out room with ST a mere second away. Get a facing away from Soi 6 if you want to get some sleep.[/QUOTE]Wow, appreciate the feedback on the Noble place. I feel pretty confident on how I screen my ladies before coming back to the room, although the young factor could bite be since they all look super young to me, that thai culture lends to that it seems."How old you?" "25" "Wow, don't look a day over 20!"

As for the Lady Boys, I'm batting 100% even while drunk, I can spot them a mile away! They are suprisingly attractive, but not my style.

Safety is top of my priority list and the whole towel situation may get old, I like a nice clean dry towell everyday.

I may just try out the queen vic, I do love me some soi 6 and staying on the road I could handle that for at least a couple days! I'm thinking I may stay on or near Walking ST area, as Soi 6 mostly have ST rooms available, so don't need my hotel room there, however if I pull a hotty form WS or Soi Diane etc, it could be a jolly jaunt to get back to the room for the fireworks. Any good places to eat on or near Soi 6?

[QUOTE=Mr Enternational;1228768]At Central Park Hotel in Angeles City before you go out hunting the girls at the reception desk always tell you good luck. One night I told one of them,"Who needs luck? I have money."[/QUOTE]I can second that! I came back early one night alone to Pacific Breeze between barhops, and the front desk asked me "What no girl?" I did feel ashamed of myself!

OK, so 2 quick questions:

1. Queen Vic girlfriendly?

2. Is there a limitation on how far the girls are willing to go when you barfine them? IE if I stay on Soi 6 or WS, can I pull girls from either place and will they be willing to take a baht bus to the other location?

[QUOTE=JohnHorner; 1232055]OK, so 2 quick questions:

1. Queen Vic girlfriendly?

2. Is there a limitation on how far the girls are willing to go when you barfine them? IE if I stay on Soi 6 or WS, can I pull girls from either place and will they be willing to take a baht bus to the other location?[/QUOTE]Yes, Queen Vic is very GF. Also, the girls will go any where you want. I had a Soi 6 pull ask to go to Bangkok with me. As long as you pay the BF (and them), they are yours.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss;1232061]Yes, Queen Vic is very GF. Also, the girls will go any where you want. I had a Soi 6 pull ask to go to Bangkok with me. As long as you pay the BF (and them), they are yours.[/QUOTE]Checked in there with my TGF late last month. They copied her I'd. No problems at all. Ill stay there again.

Hatguy

[QUOTE=JohnHorner]Any good places to eat on or near Soi 6?[/QUOTE]Soi 6 is well-served by every conceivable mobile food vendor. My routine is to step into my favorite "open front" bar and sip on a cold beer while sitting in one of the seats that overlooks the street. When my favorite vendor comes by I step into the street, purchase my meal and return to my seat. The bars don't sell food, so they don't care if you buy some elsewhere and eat it on premises.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bunky; 1242187]Soi 6 is well-served by every conceivable mobile food vendor. My routine is to step into my favorite "open front" bar and sip on a cold beer while sitting in one of the seats that overlooks the street. When my favorite vendor comes by I step into the street, purchase my meal and return to my seat. The bars don't sell food, so they don't care if you buy some elsewhere and eat it on premises.

Bunky[/QUOTE]Who the F cares about the food? To each their own, but I think most dudes travel across the world to eat pussy on Soi 6, not Pad Thai.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss;1242275]Who the F cares about the food? To each their own, but I think most dudes travel across the world to eat pussy on Soi 6, not Pad Thai.[/QUOTE]Depends on the Pad Thai. Just kidding, but seriously, if you feel like hanging out on Soi 6 for a few hours you might as well have a tasty snack in between sessions and wash it down with a cold beer. Why not make yourself at home? It's not like there is anywhere better to go to watch the human comedy between 3 and 6 in the afternoon. After a while you start to catch the rhythm of the street and who knows maybe spot a diamond in the rough.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss;1242275]Who the F cares about the food? To each their own, but I think most dudes travel across the world to eat pussy on Soi 6, not Pad Thai.[/QUOTE]To Luvpuss.

I agree you don't come to Thailand for the food you come for p4p I am in Pattaya now til Friday, there are many good place to eat at central Pattaya mall but for international cusine is no where like Singapore or Hong kong food is much better, I eat at the canton house at the mall last night service and food is lousy but cheap but there are always the Fuji and the Sizzer too.

Fast Eddie 48

[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1243026]To Luvpuss.

I agree you don't come to Thailand for the food you come for p4p I am in Pattaya now til Friday, there are many good place to eat at central Pattaya mall but for international cusine is no where like Singapore or Hong kong food is much better, I eat at the canton house at the mall last night service and food is lousy but cheap but there are always the Fuji and the Sizzer too.

Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Oh, I know. I was just being somewhat sarcastic as Soi 6 may be one the greatest mongering streets in the world and the dude was asking about the food there. Kind of funny really, but there are some good places to eat in Pattaya. Most just don't go to Soi 6 to find them.

Just curious, any opinions on the KTK Royal Residence? Is the construction still ongoing on the surrounding property?

Hi all,

Need some advise here. Can anyone recommend a good Hotel / Apartment with 3 rooms and reasonable priced that near to Walking Street?

3 of us are going to Pattaya in Oct and would like to rent such Hotel / Apartment for a party.

Thanks!

James

Anybody ever stayed at the Tune Hotel? It looks modern although pretty basic, and a good price. But I'm slightly put off by a reference to 'towel rental' (WTF?) and that wi-fi is an extra charge.

[QUOTE=Mouse1;1248276]Anybody ever stayed at the Tune Hotel? It looks modern although pretty basic, and a good price. But I'm slightly put off by a reference to 'towel rental' (WTF?) and that wi-fi is an extra charge.[/QUOTE]I have not stayed at the Tune Hotel Pattaya but did stay at one in S'pore. Fresh, clean, reasonable. Tiny rooms, add-ons prices like wifi, etc. I'm a cheapskate but would not repeat. Maybe if they have a great location it'd work out but I regretted not spending more in S'pore

[QUOTE=Crazy4Thai;1248313]I have not stayed at the Tune Hotel Pattaya but did stay at one in S'pore. Fresh, clean, reasonable. Tiny rooms, add-ons prices like wifi, etc. I'm a cheapskate but would not repeat. Maybe if they have a great location it'd work out but I regretted not spending more in S'pore[/QUOTE]Thanks. I think I'll pass on this one.

Hi,

Does any one have info about Aya Boutique Hotel?

Do they arrange girl for in-room massage? How much do they charge?

Ravi

[QUOTE=RavikumarKanak; 1248436]Hi,

Does any one have info about Aya Boutique Hotel?

Do they arrange girl for in-room massage? How much do they charge?

Ravi[/QUOTE]I doubt it. But stand outside the hotel, shout 'I want a massage' whilst waving 1000Bht, and you'll get knocked over in the rush.

[QUOTE=Mouse1;1248995]I doubt it. But stand outside the hotel, shout 'I want a massage' whilst waving 1000Bht, and you'll get knocked over in the rush.[/QUOTE]That is hilarious. Works on Soi 11 also.

Belated report on Jasmine Hotel: Soi BJ.

Stayed there for a week over new year 2011/12. All in all a very well run place. When checking in the staff were a bit gruff because I had been promised a discount by the management and had to prove it by showing the email. I guess its their best time of year income wise and every little bit counts. I forgive them for that. People must try it all the time.

Anyway, once that was taken care of I was paying 765 a night and paid upfront for a week. I was put in a room on the 3rd floor. I was not disturbed at all during my stay. Even on new years eve it was dead quiet. VERY good for that despite its proximity to walking street. And the new elevator they put in made it really easy to get up and down.

My room had no safe right there in the closet etc so I had to put my stuff in the one downstairs. While I was a bit worried to start with the hotel takes responsibility for that if something happens so I soon changed my tune.

If you stay there there are no phones in the rooms (mine had none) so you had to be conscious of your own security. No one calls up to see if the girl can leave etc. Speaking of which I had no problems at all during my stay. Every time the girl would pass over her I'd which was copied and returned to her after she left.

If you are of the Antipodean variety like me you can walk out the door of the hotel and onto walking street. Turn right and a few mins away is Roo bar. They serve breakfast and its cheap too. I also went to Apex Hotel and had their buffet thing. Not too bad.

I would stay at Jasmine Hotel again. For me its a 8/10. The only negatives being no phone in room and harder than expected bed.

I'm wondering if anyone here has checked out this budget guesthouse recently. It's Anna Jet Bar and Guesthouse. It's run by a lady named Anna, and her ex-husband named Peter Phillips. I'm wondering if they are honest, or rip-off artist. 500 baht rooms with big discount for monthly rental. I wouldn't mind bangin Anna, but I don't think she's available for fuckin.

[url]http://www.annajet.co.uk/index.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.935899&lon=100.8856675&z=18&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.935899&lon=100.8856675&z=18&l=0&m=h[/url]

Gents, bit of info on Sabai Resort. I stayed in the Ruan Thai Paradise part and while the pool etc is nice the rooms are a shambles. Not worth 2, 650 at all. Broken down, noisy aircon that's too small for the room size and the whole resort is way too far from the action at the other end of Patts. Would skip this one and go for something from Soi 10 up, maybe a street back from Beach Road next time.

Good luck!

[QUOTE=Blacklisted; 1251946]Gents, bit of info on Sabai Resort. I stayed in the Ruan Thai Paradise part and while the pool etc is nice the rooms are a shambles. Not worth 2, 650 at all. Broken down, noisy aircon that's too small for the room size and the whole resort is way too far from the action at the other end of Patts. Would skip this one and go for something from Soi 10 up, maybe a street back from Beach Road next time.

Good luck![/QUOTE]I had same problem there. I switched to Page 10 hotel on Soi 10. Much better.

[QUOTE=Xfactors; 1251871]I'm wondering if anyone here has checked out this budget guesthouse recently. It's Anna Jet Bar and Guesthouse. It's run by a lady named Anna, and her ex-husband named Peter Phillips. I'm wondering if they are honest, or rip-off artist. 500 baht rooms with big discount for monthly rental. I wouldn't mind bangin Anna, but I don't think she's available for fuckin.

[url]http://www.annajet.co.uk/index.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.935899&lon=100.8856675&z=18&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.935899&lon=100.8856675&z=18&l=0&m=h[/url][/QUOTE]Don't know about the place but Anna looks nice. She is divorced so give it a go.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss]I switched to Page 10 hotel on Soi 10. Much better.[/QUOTE]How goes the construction on Soi 10? Is there still a giant hole in the street just west of the Page 10 Hotel?

Also, were you bothered by the noise coming from the beer bars clustered at the southwest corner of Soi 10 and Second Road? When I stayed at the Page 10 Hotel in December there were two bands that were REALLY loud and they played until the wee hours of the morning. Despite the double sliding glass doors between my room and the balconies the racket was quite disturbing.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Edward M; 1173024] (Posted on 7/4/11) Roo Bar and Guesthouse. Most of the questioners here seem to be looking for high class accomodation and don't mind paying for it. I do not understand that mentality. If you agree with me and would like to stay in an adequate place right in the middle of Walikng Street than I suggest Roo Bar. It is only 500 baht per night, has good western food in the bar, free bottled water in the rooms, and plenty of English speaking people (although Australians can be hard to understand after they are drunk which they will often be) to talk to if you are a newbie and want pointers on where to go. The owners often hang out drinking at the bar too. There is no pool but who needs that when you have the beach?

On my next trip to Pats I may try staying on LK Metro to try that area out but for my first trip Roo Bar was an excellent choice.[/QUOTE]Okay this Roo Bar and Guesthouse with 500 baht rooms is next to the P72 Hotel and Bar in the middle of Walking Street. They have weekly and monthly rates. It's run by 2 Australian guys named Bob and "Roundy."

[url]http://www.roobarpattaya.com/index.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9261743&lon=100.8728707&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

[QUOTE=Bunky; 1252020]How goes the construction on Soi 10? Is there still a giant hole in the street just west of the Page 10 Hotel?

Also, were you bothered by the noise coming from the beer bars clustered at the southwest corner of Soi 10 and Second Road? When I stayed at the Page 10 Hotel in December there were two bands that were REALLY loud and they played until the wee hours of the morning. Despite the double sliding glass doors between my room and the balconies the racket was quite disturbing.

Bunky[/QUOTE]The hole is still there, but the hole on the other end near BR is covered up, the band and open bars are still there.

Okay, this is the best 500 baht room I have found so far in Pattaya. It's the Swiss Food Guesthouse Hotel. The standard room. It's across the street from Diamond Beach Hotel, and very close to Walking Street. I don't know if it's GF, or has a joiner fee, for female company. Not many rooms so might need to book in advance. We need a review of this place.

[url]http://www.swissfood.net/HotelStand.htm[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.925986&lon=100.8738202&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

Okay, here's what appears to be a nice room on Walking Street for 590 baht. It's the "Walking Street Guest House." The website says they have hot water, but I don't see a shower room in the bathroom. Not sure how you take a shower in this place. :eek: We need a review on this place.

[url]http://walkingstreetguesthouse.com/[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9263729&lon=100.8732837&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

Anyone ever stay in Citin Loft Pattaya Hoetl before, and if so what do you think of the place, is it GF?

[QUOTE=Xfactors; 1252173]Okay, here's what appears to be a nice room on Walking Street for 590 baht. It's the "Walking Street Guest House." The website says they have hot water, but I don't see a shower room in the bathroom. Not sure how you take a shower in this place. We need a review on this place.

[url]http://walkingstreetguesthouse.com/[/url]

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[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9263729&lon=100.8732837&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url][/QUOTE]Thai guesthouses normally have a water heater, hose line, and shower head, without a shower enclosure. You get clean. Everything gets wet. In theory, it all dries out.

You can see the water heater unit on the wall in one of the smaller photos.

You have to be careful, though, as this means the floor is often very slick. More than one guy has met his maker slipping and hitting his head in a Thai bathroom! ;)

Okay, we have 650 baht rooms in this Billabong Hotel. Be careful renting rooms in this hotel, because we've had mixed reviews in this forum, concerning this hotel. Do a search in this forum, if you're interested. Check out your room, before you rent it here.

[url]http://www.billabonghotel.com/room-rates-billabong-hotel-pattaya.htm[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9302158&lon=100.8843774&z=17&l=0&m=h[/url]

Pay close attention to that advice. For me I would never stay there again and if I had a pet cock roach (which I do not) I would not let it stay there either. I was out of there in a flash after the first night. Now, in fairness, this was two years ago so maybe things are better but for me NOT.

[QUOTE=Xfactors; 1252204]Okay, we have 650 baht rooms in this Billabong Hotel. Be careful renting rooms in this hotel, because we've had mixed reviews in this forum, concerning this hotel. Do a search in this forum, if you're interested. Check out your room, before you rent it here.

[url]http://www.billabonghotel.com/room-rates-billabong-hotel-pattaya.htm[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9302158&lon=100.8843774&z=17&l=0&m=h[/url][/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Jgm005;1252235]Pay close attention to that advice. For me I would never stay there again and if I had a pet cock roach (which I do not) I would not let it stay there either. I was out of there in a flash after the first night. Now, in fairness, this was two years ago so maybe things are better but for me NOT.[/QUOTE]I stayed at the Billabong once, last year at Songkran, and they tried to rip me off with a phony "mini bar" bill at checkout.

The room was a pit.

They do have a few pretty ladies at the bar, though. ;)

[QUOTE=Fon Tok; 1252246]I stayed at the Billabong once, last year at Songkran, and they tried to rip me off with a phony "mini bar" bill at checkout.

The room was a pit.

They do have a few pretty ladies at the bar, though. .[/QUOTE]That is actually an interesting photo. Looks like the girls are having some type of "motivational meeting" from the boss in the red top prior to work.

Even BG have to go thru that shit I guess.

[QUOTE=Jgm005;1252235]Pay close attention to that advice. For me I would never stay there again and if I had a pet cock roach (which I do not) I would not let it stay there either. I was out of there in a flash after the first night. Now, in fairness, this was two years ago so maybe things are better but for me NOT.[/QUOTE]I believe it was Jgm005 that reported his bathroom smelled like a sewer line at night, and stunk up the whole room. Another guy reported that he was happy with his room there. Fon Tok reports that he wasn't happy at the Billabong Hotel. So be careful renting a room in this Billabong Hotel. BUYER BEWARE.

I'd hate to monger, if I'm on the verge of throwing up, because my room stunk so bad. And I hate rip-offs, like getting stuck with a bullshit mini-bar bill. This hotel may lurer you in with a cheap price, and then try to rip you off with bullshit bills. And they may get an attitude, if you complain about the room, after you've paid for it.

[QUOTE=Wanderlust; 994586] (Posted on 3/4/10) 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:[email]nikomcourt@yahoo.com[/email]

Corner Soi Buakhao and Soi Diana. Another very decent place is right across the street.[/QUOTE]Below is a map and videos of rooms for this 600 baht Nikom Court Hotel. We need more reviews of this hotel.

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9287806&lon=100.8847233&z=15&l=0&m=h&search=Hotel%20Nikom%20Court[/url]

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lD0rCnPEKoc[/url]

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrRRRM0TLtw[/url]

[QUOTE=Wanderlust;972642](Posted on 1/3/10) 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. 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.[/QUOTE]Okay, I guess we have 600 baht rooms at the Jack Master Mansion. I'm GUESSING this Jack Master Mansion is across the street from the Nikom Court Hotel, which is described in post below. The map below I'm GUESSING is for the Jack Master Mansion. I'm not sure my map is exactly accurate, below, but I think Jack Master Mansion is somewhere right in this area. Sorry I can't be more exact. We need more reports on this place.

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.928914&lon=100.884769&z=17&l=0&m=h[/url]

[QUOTE=Chachi420; 941463]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[/QUOTE]Okay, I'm guessing this 700 baht Malee Hotel is somewhere around here in map below.

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9295728&lon=100.8852518&z=17&l=0&m=h[/url]

[url]http://maleepattaya.com/Malee2/Services.html[/url]

[QUOTE=Noddy;941685]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.[/QUOTE]The Queen Victoria Inn seems nice with rooms starting at 550 baht. It's located on Soi 6 and 2nd road.

[url]http://www.queenvictoria-inn.com/index2.htm[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9418174&lon=100.887816&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

[QUOTE=ThaiLearner; 941872]Metro Apartments is a good place to stay but book early as it very popular.

There are alot of decent places on soi lk[/QUOTE]Metro Apartments seem nice with rooms starting at 750 baht.

[url]http://www.metro-apartments-pattaya.com/apartment.php[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9298237&lon=100.8847904&z=16&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

[QUOTE=Cactus J; 941952]I prefer Charlie Place on the corner of Soi Bakow and Soi Dianna. Very clean around 800 be 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 be.

Cactus J[/QUOTE]Charlie Place looks very nice with rooms starting at 600 baht.

[url]http://www.charlie-place.com/Charlie-Place/Location.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9289035&lon=100.884769&z=17&l=0&m=h[/url]

Ruby2 on Soi 6 has rooms starting at 600 baht.

[url]http://www.rubyclubpattaya.com/contact/location_r2.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9423611&lon=100.8863139&z=15&l=0&m=h[/url]

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan; 920556]Gotoborg,

I haven't stay at Opey De Place hotel 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 Road. 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[/QUOTE]The Opey De Place hotel looks nice, and rooms start at 750 baht.

[url]http://www.opeydeplacepattaya.com/Map.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9283911&lon=100.8851767&z=15&l=0&m=h[/url]

[QUOTE=Xfactors; 1254079]Okay, I'm guessing this 700 baht Malee Hotel is somewhere around here in map below.

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9295728&lon=100.8852518&z=17&l=0&m=h[/url]

[url]http://maleepattaya.com/Malee2/Services.html[/url][/QUOTE]This Malee Hotel has rooms for 500 baht during low season.

The place seems nice.

[QUOTE=Hatguy; 1250169](Posted on 2/20/12) Belated report on Jasmine Hotel: Soi BJ.

Stayed there for a week over new year 2011/12. All in all a very well run place. When checking in the staff were a bit gruff because I had been promised a discount by the management and had to prove it by showing the email. I guess its their best time of year income wise and every little bit counts. I forgive them for that. People must try it all the time.

Anyway, once that was taken care of I was paying 765 a night and paid upfront for a week. I was put in a room on the 3rd floor. I was not disturbed at all during my stay. Even on new years eve it was dead quiet. VERY good for that despite its proximity to walking street. And the new elevator they put in made it really easy to get up and down.

My room had no safe right there in the closet etc so I had to put my stuff in the one downstairs. While I was a bit worried to start with the hotel takes responsibility for that if something happens so I soon changed my tune.

If you stay there there are no phones in the rooms (mine had none) so you had to be conscious of your own security. No one calls up to see if the girl can leave etc. Speaking of which I had no problems at all during my stay. Every time the girl would pass over her I'd which was copied and returned to her after she left.

If you are of the Antipodean variety like me you can walk out the door of the hotel and onto walking street. Turn right and a few mins away is Roo bar. They serve breakfast and its cheap too. I also went to Apex Hotel and had their buffet thing. Not too bad.

I would stay at Jasmine Hotel again. For me its a 8/10. The only negatives being no phone in room and harder than expected bed.[/QUOTE]Okay, this Jasmine Hotel has rooms starting at 700 baht, and great location. Sounds like the rooms are quiet.

[url]http://www.jasminehotel-pattaya.com/booking/rezeasy.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9255887&lon=100.8729136&z=17&l=0&m=h[/url]

[QUOTE=Mouse1;1248276]Tune Hotel Pattaya. Anybody ever stayed at the Tune Hotel? It looks modern although pretty basic, and a good price. But I'm slightly put off by a reference to 'towel rental' (WTF?) and that wi-fi is an extra charge.[/QUOTE]Well, looks like rooms start at 700 baht, but watch out for this hotel as they charge extra for a lot of stuff. Rooms are clean and modern, but I don't know if GF, and if they charge a joiner fee. Sort of a new concept type hotel.

[url]http://www.tunehotels.com/concept[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9448183&lon=100.8887494&z=17&l=0&m=h[/url]

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan; 868320](Posted on 4/9/09) 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[/QUOTE]Nice rooms starting at 800 baht. Wikimapia below is approximation.

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

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9300119&lon=100.883503&z=16&l=0&m=h[/url]

[QUOTE=Gray Malkin; 870292]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]Nice rooms from 650 baht. Seaside Guesthouse on soi 3.

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

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9454143&lon=100.8863354&z=17&l=0&m=h[/url]

The Pig and Whistle has nice rooms from 850 baht.

[url]http://www.pigandwhistlepattaya.com/accommodation.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9362755&lon=100.8846617&z=16&l=0&m=h[/url]

[QUOTE=Goyave; 810744]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]Welcome Plaza Hotel seems to have nice rooms starting at 850 baht.

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

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9270213&lon=100.8782887&z=16&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9270213&lon=100.8782887&z=16&l=0&m=h[/url]

[QUOTE=Golfer69;813268]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]Sabai Lodge seems to have nice rooms starting at 850 baht.

[url]http://www.sabailodge.co.th/location.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9466272&lon=100.8871508&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

Keep it up X. Factor! I've liked the reports on hotels in Pattaya and just ignore newbies with one post daring to criticise senior members. I'm sure there are other members who have appreciated your posts.

[QUOTE=Xfactors;1254436]Oh please, give me a break. That's fine with me.[/QUOTE]

Xfactors doing us a favor with his summaries. Otherwise you would have to spend a few hours reading reviews like I did to find places to stay in. All hes doing is giving names and urls. So what if he hasn't stayed there. Who cares. Next time I go I will be able to look at this thread and have options.

To Hatguy and Manfield04, thanks guys. Xfactors is sitting in El Paso, and wishing to hell he was in Pattaya. :D

[QUOTE=Hatguy;1254477]Xfactors doing us a favor with his summaries. Otherwise you would have to spend a few hours reading reviews like I did to find places to stay in. All hes doing is giving names and urls. So what if he hasn't stayed there. Who cares. Next time I go I will be able to look at this thread and have options.[/QUOTE]As someone that's read the last 100 pages researching for my visit in a couple of weeks I found his posts, and especially the maps, very helpful. He wasn't claiming to be an expert just throwing it out there for people to comment.

[QUOTE=Xfactors; 1254230]Sabai Lodge seems to have nice rooms starting at 850 baht.

[url]http://www.sabailodge.co.th/location.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9466272&lon=100.8871508&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url][/QUOTE]The rooms at the Sabai Inn (50 feet away from Sabai Lodge) are much nicer than the cheapest rooms at Sabai Lodge, and you can use the pools at Sabai Lodge. If staying at Sabai Lodge, I'd avoid the cheapest rooms which are small, poorly appointed and poorly lit, and bump up 1-2 levels but again, I consider Sabai Inn to be the better value. As for the location of the Sabai places, the Baht buses make it a minor issue to get to and from Walking Street, from Soi 2 and closeness to the big C mall more than makes up for it, IMHO.

Roof Garden Inn is about 1 mile south of Walking Street, and seems to have VERY NICE rooms, with enclosed showers, starting at 500 baht. You could probably ride the 10 baht, baht bus to Walking Street. Looks like a pretty new hotel. 2 or 3 years old. It doesn't look like some dump. Website says no extra charge for a guest. Might be a charge for 2nd guest. Check with hotel.

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

[url]http://www.roofgardeninn.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=63&Itemid=50[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9122138&lon=100.8699417&z=13&l=0&m=h[/url]

[QUOTE=Xfactors; 1254978]Roof Garden Inn is about 1 mile south of Walking Street, and seems to have VERY NICE rooms, with enclosed showers, starting at 500 baht. You could probably ride the 10 baht, baht bus to Walking Street. Looks like a pretty new hotel. 2 or 3 years old. It doesn't look like some dump. Website says no extra charge for a guest. Might be a charge for 2nd guest. Check with hotel.

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

[url]http://www.roofgardeninn.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=63&Itemid=50[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9122138&lon=100.8699417&z=13&l=0&m=h[/url][/QUOTE]Roof Garden Inn is a lot older than 3 years old, probably older than I am but it is a well maintained hotel with no frills. As 500B hotel goes, this is one of the better ones but the location is not so great.

For those that may not be aware, this site gives a street level view of Pattaya. Just move the little man around on the map, and you may be able to get a street level view of the hotel you are interested in.

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

[QUOTE=Al Grace; 1254988]Hatguy,

In 2009 I first visited Pattaya and planned to stay at a hotel the intrepid X-factors hasn't yet given us his expert opinion on. I booked and paid on line for ten nights. On arrival I didn't even check in or look at the room I'the booked. It was bad and I went and found another hotel. Did I get my money back? No.

So why did I book it? I read on a forum a remark from a member, with more than 1, 000 posts, this hotel met my requirements. When I fired back the hotel needed maintenance and the staff were rude the guy with more than 1, 000 posts thanked me for my update and explained he'the last stayed there in 2005. But at least he stayed which is more than can be said for X-factors and I'm looking forward to the day he sends out information about a hotel that has closed down.

BTW Hatguy I moved to Pattaya in 2010 and if you or any other members would like some real information about hotels in Pattaya then just ask.[/QUOTE]When did he ever claim to be an expert. I think you need to chill out. The guy is just summarizing whats out there. Sheesh!

Can anyone recommend a hotel either on Walking Street or very close (no lower than Soi 14 on Beach Road)?

I've stayed at Secrets in the past, but want to try something new.

Hopefully closer to 1000 baht than 2000. And wifi in the room and breakfast would be delightful.

Thanks

Sunview Place seems nice with rooms starting at 750 baht.

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

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9264775&lon=100.8820653&z=16&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

Grand Hotel seems nice, with rooms starting at apx 1200 baht. Great location.

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

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.926352&lon=100.8736539&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

The Rockhouse seems to have nice apartments available starting at 750 baht per night. I couldn't pin point location, using Wikimapia, but it's located somewhere around Soi L. K. Metro.

[url]http://www.rockhousepattaya.com/contact-us/[/url]

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

[QUOTE=Member #2041;1254564]The rooms at the Sabai Inn (50 feet away from Sabai Lodge) are much nicer than the cheapest rooms at Sabai Lodge, and you can use the pools at Sabai Lodge. If staying at Sabai Lodge, I'd avoid the cheapest rooms which are small, poorly appointed and poorly lit, and bump up 1-2 levels but again, I consider Sabai Inn to be the better value. As for the location of the Sabai places, the Baht buses make it a minor issue to get to and from Walking Street, from Soi 2 and closeness to the big C mall more than makes up for it, IMHO.[/QUOTE]Sabai Inn seems to have nice rooms starting at about 900 baht.

[url]http://www.sabaiinn.com/index.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9458378&lon=100.887714&z=16&l=0&m=h[/url]

BELLA VISTA HOTEL & RESIDENCE seems nice with rooms starting at about 800 baht.

[url]http://www.eastinypattaya.com/bella_vista/[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9360507&lon=100.8846456&z=18&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

Secrets Hotel seems to have nice rooms starting at 800 baht. Remember to check out your room, on any of these hotels featured, BEFORE you rent it. It might not be what you expect.

[url]http://www.secretspattaya.com/hotel/rooms_and_rates.php[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9263573&lon=100.8742601&z=18&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

Eastiny Seven Hotel, on Soi 7, seems nice, with rooms starting at about 1000 baht.

[url]http://www.eastinypattaya.com/seven/[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9366205&lon=100.8847046&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

Pattaya Bay Resort seems nice with rooms starting at 1000 baht.

[url]http://pattayabayresort.com/Rates.aspx[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9282238&lon=100.8819795&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]

Why is this Xfactors guy spamming the forum?

Dynasty Inn on Soi 13 seems to have nice rooms for about 1300 baht.

[url]http://www.dynastyinn.com/Pattaya/Dynasty-pattaya-map.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9299074&lon=100.880574&z=16&l=0&m=h[/url]

[QUOTE=GentleBoner;1256977]Why is this Xfactors guy spamming the forum?[/QUOTE]I'm not. I'm just posting websites, along with maps, so mongers can quickly review various hotels, without having to go through 60 pages of postings.

[QUOTE=Xfactors;1256983]I'm not. I'm just posting websites, along with maps, so mongers can quickly review various hotels, without having to go through 60 pages of postings.[/QUOTE]You're basically posting every hotel in Pattaya without posting a review as to whether it's any good.

That's not too helpful.

[QUOTE=GentleBoner; 1256987]You're basically posting every hotel in Pattaya without posting a review as to whether it's any good.

That's not too helpful.[/QUOTE]Agree LOL. If he wants to be helpful, he should post the best values in hotels. Cost vs Benefits.

[QUOTE=GentleBoner; 1256987]You're basically posting every hotel in Pattaya without posting a review as to whether it's any good.

That's not too helpful.[/QUOTE]I won't post anymore in this thread. I think I've posted enough here, to put it mildly. Mongers here can use my post if they wish, or they can put me on their ignore list. One thing I've learned about hotels in Pattaya, is there are a gazillion hotels in this town. If you end up at a hotel you don't like, just ask around, and you should be able to find something you like.

Agreed GentleBoner. Apparently he's not even visited Pattaya so a first-hand review of any establishment here is impossible. I've questioned the worth of these postings and my integrity has been questioned and postings deleted as being argumentative. I repeat.

1. Pattaya is a small city which makes google maps irrelevant.

2. Simply forwarding reviews, composed by ISG members 2 or 3 years ago, are inappropriate. Owners, management and staff at these establishments could have changed. The building, common areas and rooms could have dropped well below the standard they were 1, 2 or even 3 years ago.

3. If he is not careful he will be including an establisment that has closed.

As GentleBoner sasys. This stuff is not helpful.

[QUOTE=Xfactors; 1256981]Dynasty Inn on Soi 13 seems to have nice rooms for about 1300 baht.

[url]http://www.dynastyinn.com/Pattaya/Dynasty-pattaya-map.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9299074&lon=100.880574&z=16&l=0&m=h[/url][/QUOTE]Stayed here for nearly two weeks nice clean hotel good rooms and service

A few of the receptionists can be in a stroppy mood but one of them is always jolly.

Rooms are 1200 bht. 1300bht per night rooms are top notch and hotel is only 5-10 min away from walking street.

They did f$% up my request by not booking me into there Bangkok branch even though they assured me it been done

But over would recommend them.

They even let my buddy get two chicks into his room without having to pay extra room charge (lucky be"£$%$the)

[QUOTE=Xfactors;1256997]I won't post anymore in this thread. I think I've posted enough here, to put it mildly. Mongers here can use my post if they wish, or they can put me on their ignore list. One thing I've learned about hotels in Pattaya, is there are a gazillion hotels in this town. If you end up at a hotel you don't like, just ask around, and you should be able to find something you like.[/QUOTE]I don't think there is anything wrong with what you are doing if you like spending the day like this" it's your time? As you mentioned there are gazillions of hotels and apartment type resort in town. One thing for sure and I have done a lot of research in the pass for members and that you can't just go by the price and picture on the website. The majority and I say majority are all old pictures and seldom are updated. It's hard if not impossible to know what each monger like in a room. Some like it cheap but expect a 5 star experience? It's not easy to RTFF through this thread but it's still the best indicator to actually get a first hand experience from someone who actually stayed at the place. Unless you are staying at a 4 or 5 star hotel a picture from a website isn't going to be indicative of what you might get when you arrive. It's a start with a big question mark?

LBM

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan;1257054]I don't think there is anything wrong with what you are doing if you like spending the day like this" it's your time? LBM[/QUOTE]It was not my intention to screw up the thread here. I may have gone a little overboard with my postings. I won't post anymore here. Yes, just reviewing the hotel website doesn't give a complete picture. You can't tell how friendly the hotel staff is, etc.

[QUOTE=Xfactors;1257073]It was not my intention to screw up the thread here. I may have gone a little overboard with my postings. I won't post anymore here. Yes, just reviewing the hotel website doesn't give a complete picture. You can't tell how friendly the hotel staff is, etc.[/QUOTE]Your right! Overboard I'm not sure since there isn't much action on this thread? The pictures are old and as you noted there are so many others things to consider that a picture won't give you? When you are talking about budget type places that is exactly what they are going to spend to take care of the place? Sure there are diamonds in the rough that truely understand what customer service means and actually how to clean the place. Take example a place called Baywalk, great location, and the brochure and website site gives a great impression. I located and visited this place 2 years ago for a member and although there have been a few good reports mostly they have been bad which is a shame because of the location. Reports of Staff being rude or non-existence, sheets smell or too hard, hot water issue or lack of pressure etc.

Remember be helpful not misleading? Actual visits / reports are still the best way to go? But regardless in the end everyone got to make their own choice in selecting?

LBM

I am staying at [url]http://www.thecottagepattaya.com/rooms_rates.html[/url] Because I like the garden and the swimming pools, also the open air restaurant is not bad and not expensive. It is next to the Central Plaza Big C in North Pattaya. The bungalows at 1000 Baht are old and worn, but clean, some have noisy ac, tend to be booked most of the time, because we Germans like to have our own little house at least on our vacation. The 2 new wings are a bit overpriced. Mostly German guests, plenty of frriendly and helpful staff around. As far as I know. 2 of the Chinese receptionists are the owners, girlfriendly, but that is nothing special in Pattaya. German people like to hang around the pools all day long, getting a tan on their beer bellies. If you don't like that, look for another hotel. Thanks for all the good advice on the Pattaya thread.

[quote=xfactors;1257073]it was not my intention to screw up the thread here. i may have gone a little overboard with my postings. i won't post anymore here. yes, just reviewing the hotel website doesn't give a complete picture. you can't tell how friendly the hotel staff is, etc.[/quote]just so you don't think that time was wasted, let me tell you about last night. first of all, i'm new to this forum, as i've spent most of my mongering time in dr and brazil, so now i'm giving thailand a shot. last night, my mission was to find a hotel. i spent about 6 hours totally baffled concerning what hotel to stay at. i was all over the place. checking old forum messages here, going to other websites, checking out some other websites' supposed list of gf hotels where the links were no longer good. i was getting frustrated all over the place because i would go to a website, get excited, then see that the price is too high or the place is further away than where i want to stay or it's missing something like wifi in the room.

then i came across your chain of emails and i quickly saw that these emails contained hotels that were in the price range that i was looking for. i was like damn, i went through hours and hours of hell and this guy xfactors has everything that i've been looking for right here. it calmed me down and i just clicked each one of your links. it was amazing that a lot of these places fit my needs, which involved wifi in the room, safe in the room, convenient to devil's den and [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] but still close to walking street, and a price below 1200 baht per night since i'm staying 3 weeks.

i started at the beginning of your links, then i would click the link, check out the map (if location good, i look further. if not, i move to your next link). then i would check the amenities, then i would look for past reviews in isg for the hotel. also would read reviews in tripadvisor. com. isg held more weight, so if multiple negative reviews (such as what i saw for secrets- i was pumped for that place before i saw the reviews. lol) , it's crossed off the list.

i was in a zone, clicking your links and checking reviews until 3am this morning and i offically have 4 hotels that i feel good about. i'll be sending emails out to them today, so i can get some feedback on other questions. i just thought i would write this, so that you know how much of a major help you were to me, in narrowing down my hotel options, after being earlier so frustrated.

major kudos to you, my friend for the organization of those hotels and of course, thanks to all the members who took the time to put in their hotel room reviews.

more than likely, i'll be staying in the soi lk metro area, possibly either pasadena hotel, rockhouse hotel, or the metro apts.

later!

Has anyone staid at Citin Loft Pattaya, and if so is there a joiner fee. I tried to email them and not heard anything yet.

I know there are quite a few hotels mentioned by many of you, however I have a shortlist and wanted a quick pointer to your suggested one.

- Hotel Mercure.

- Hotel LK Metropole.

- Hotel Pattaya bay resort.

- Hotel Tim boutique.

My questions are. Are these hotels guest friendly? Do they apply any guest charge?

Thanks a bunch for your help.

Cheers.

Road

[QUOTE=Raw Deal; 1262915]I know there are quite a few hotels mentioned by many of you, however I have a shortlist and wanted a quick pointer to your suggested one.

- Hotel Mercure. Hotel LK Metropole. Hotel Pattaya bay resort. Hotel Tim boutique.

My questions are. Are these hotels guest friendly? Do they apply any guest charge?

Road[/QUOTE]On your short list, I have only stayed at Tim Boutique. It is very guest friendly and has a good location. Usually I stay at the much more expensive Marriott, but for $61 / night vs. $124 / night I am beginning to rethink my preference. The Marriott has a nicer pool and garden for sure, although Tim has a very nice rooftop pool. The Marriott has a much better buffet breakfast, but it is very expensive vs. Free breakfast at Tim. And I like the back entrance into the garden from Beach Road at the Marriott, but unless you upgrade to the significantly higher priced Terrace Suite ($200 plus) , the Tim Boutique is almost as good room for room.

Here is my review posted in Agoda:

"Tim Boutique is very good hotel. The rooms are large, well appointed, and immaculate. The rooftop pool is very nice and the staff went out of their way to be helpful.

I was very impressed with the Tim Boutique. This is a well run friendly hotel with amenities you would only expect in far more expensive hotels. I would recommend this hotel for anyone travelling to Pattaya. It is a great value. I will stay here again."

The Marriott by far is the best hotel in Pattaya. GF, direct access to BR, great pool, nice quiet rooms (which is rare in Pats). Especially if you are a Gold member like me. Free buffett breakfast with the best coffee in town. Free booze in the evening with a free food buffett.

Rooms were around $100 bucks when I booked.

[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo;1262923]On your short list, I have only stayed at Tim Boutique. It is very guest friendly and has a good location.the Tim Boutique is almost as good room for room[/QUOTE][QUOTE=Luvpuss;1262984]The Marriott by far is the best hotel in Pattaya.Rooms were around $100 bucks when I booked.[/QUOTE]Cheers guys for your suggestions. I may not stay at the Marriott because of the prices I am seeing through agoda and their website. My view is to rather spend the dough at the bars, so it will have to one of the shortlist I have. Tim Boutique and LK Metropole (based on adrenalinerush's recco) seem to be the front runners then.

Thanks a ton for your help though.

And if you guys are in Pattaya, then lets party!

[QUOTE=Bkgee;1259646]Has anyone staid at Citin Loft Pattaya, and if so is there a joiner fee. I tried to email them and not heard anything yet.[/QUOTE]Yes, in October last year it was gf. No joiner.

Anu comments on this place will be there in April.

Do they take joiner fee.

[QUOTE=Raw Deal; 1262915]I know there are quite a few hotels mentioned by many of you, however I have a shortlist and wanted a quick pointer to your suggested one.

- Hotel Mercure.

- Hotel LK Metropole.

- Hotel Pattaya bay resort.

- Hotel Tim boutique.

My questions are. Are these hotels guest friendly? Do they apply any guest charge?

Thanks a bunch for your help.

Cheers.

Road[/QUOTE]Mercure looks quite dissapointing and run down from trip advisor photos (though many reviews are positive), which is a pity as I am Accor Platinum, and they do give status upgrades (which they do not have to do as a non luxury/ upscale Accor property). They don't charge joiner if you book through their website / the Accor website (I sent them an email, as I do most places before I go). If you use a third party site they charge 500THB.

I am spending one night at the Pullman Aisawan, despite the fact it is well out of the town centre, and they charge 1000THB joiner, but the hotel, upgrades (for platinum), gifts and club lounge look lush enough for me to monger outside the hotel for that day (or possibly organise repeat LT from a FL I picked up last trip and get her to check-in as the second person in the room).

Since posting this, I have seen that OP has further narrowed down hotel choices, so Mercure info is for other punters considering the hotel.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss; 1262984]The Marriott by far is the best hotel in Pattaya. GF, direct access to BR, great pool, nice quiet rooms (which is rare in Pats). Especially if you are a Gold member like me. Free buffett breakfast with the best coffee in town. Free booze in the evening with a free food buffett.

Rooms were around $100 bucks when I booked.[/QUOTE]Oops Raw Deal, I saw you have already crossed Mercure off the list, so ignore my previous post.

Luvpuss, I may have to check out the Marriott for one night. I only have silver status (and I will be booking via expedia to use up a BRG voucher), so no freebies or upgrades.

[QUOTE=SimonIndia; 1263367]Anu comments on this place will be there in April.

Do they take joiner fee.[/QUOTE]I haven't been there in nearly 2 years. I checked it out for a friend it was pretty new then and didn't seem to have many customer. If I remember corrrectly the price for a standard started at 2, 500 baht? No joiner fee at the time I asked? Good location but doesn't seem to have much business might be because of the cost.

If you are interested in the location, you might also want to consider the Holiday Inn, There is also two Mikes Orchid places on Soi 4, and Best Villa which is 1900 for standand with no guest fee and free breakfast for one, walk in to their buffet is 300 baht.

Thats all folks! LBM

Which hotel do you suggest for 1 week stay in May? Maybe some special offers due to low season and long stay? Price around 1500 thb a night. I was thinking about Flipper House, what do you think about it? I prefer soi 7 and soi 8 but other locations also possible.

Just got backs from Pattaya, name of this place is RCon Blue Ocean, gf no problem.

800 / night. But beware, with new 3 level bar complex next door, it might be a bit loud for anyone that sleeps before 2am.

Otherwise great value during this soft opening, swimming pool avail, but not ready when I was there

Does anyone know any hotels that don't have a joiner for 3 ladies staying short time?

[QUOTE=Pekkakoo;1265099]Which hotel do you suggest for 1 week stay in May? Maybe some special offers due to low season and long stay? Price around 1500 thb a night. I was thinking about Flipper House, what do you think about it? I prefer soi 7 and soi 8 but other locations also possible.[/QUOTE]Then you might want to try one of the Estiny's Hotel, there is one on Soi 7, and Soi 8, both I believe in around 1500 baht and the one on Soi 8, seem nicer and gives a free buffet breakfast?

LBM

Looks like a room with a view!

[QUOTE=Pekkakoo;1265099]Which hotel do you suggest for 1 week stay in May? Maybe some special offers due to low season and long stay? Price around 1500 thb a night. I was thinking about Flipper House, what do you think about it? I prefer soi 7 and soi 8 but other locations also possible.[/QUOTE]To Pekkakoo.

Flipper House have Promo from May to OCT stay 7day only paid for 5 Night with buffett breakfast average 850 bht a night, all room are newly remodel nice pool and Locations near bar, the Flipper lodge is doing remodeling now stay there last month was about 1200 bht a night.

Fast Eddie 48

Looking for an upscale 4 bedroom hotel suite in Pattaya for a May visit. Might anyone have any suggestions?

Jomtien Beach:

I am already booked for my next trip to Pattaya at the Marriott. I like the Marriott for its swimming pool and good location. The fact that I have a Chase Marriott rewards visa card that gives me free nights and automatic room upgrades does not hurt either.

But lately I have been thinking of changing my routine and staying on Jomtien Beach. The beach is definitely nicer and the daytime scene is much more relaxed than Pattaya. So guys, I am looking for a real nice alternative to the Marriott. What Jomtien Beach GF friendly hotels do you recommend? Point me in the right direction and I will do the follow-up research. Thanks.

Greetings All,

I'm planning on spending a few nights at the Marriott next week. I've been to Pattaya once before and prebooked / prepayed at a reduced rate. This go around I prefer to pay cash and not have to worry about a paper trail and credit card receipts. I'm sure a few of you would understand.

I am planning on arriving at the hotel around 01:00 AM and plan on staying 3 nights. Has anyone walked up and gotten a good rate on the spot? I have AAA discounts and as of today the price is as low as 110 / nt on agoda. The rate on their website is 140 / nt but need a credit card to reserve. I don't have a problem staying at another property if they aren't willing to negotiate but hope they will be competitive and offer a good price.

I'm sure they have availability. Any recommendations to secure a good price?

Many thanks!

Where did you hear about this offer. I searched their site but couldn't find any details. Could provide a link?

[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1267315]To Pekkakoo.

Flipper House have Promo from May to OCT stay 7day only paid for 5 Night with buffett breakfast average 850 bht a night, all room are newly remodel nice pool and Locations near bar, the Flipper lodge is doing remodeling now stay there last month was about 1200 bht a night.

Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]

I have mongered repeatedly in Thailand. Bangkok and Pattaya. I'm planning to visit again, with my own wife, on a cruise that allows us an overnight stay. Although Bangkok is an option, my current thinking is to go to Pattaya because it's so easy and close. Yes, we will sample somenightlife but basically we'd like a nice and quiet hotel for one night, with a usable pool. Access to a usable beach (however that is defined) would be a plus.

We'll get to Pattaya mid-morning and will leave at the same time 24 hours later. I may take in a massage parlor but that's the extent of those activities. Should we stay in Pattaya proper or go to Jomtien?

Looking for something modern with connecting rooms for under B2000 / night. Would appreciate any suggestions. I've previously stayed on Soi 3/2nd Road. Really love that area.

[QUOTE=Pointy Stick;1275411]Where did you hear about this offer. I searched their site but couldn't find any details. Could provide a link?[/QUOTE]To Pointy

I just got a reply form the Flipper group the Flipper lodge is remodeling one of the buliding from May to Sep so they will not offer the promotion this yr, the price will go up after OCT this yr to 1400 bht for standard room with breakfast but there are other hotel will offer promo during the slow season check with Dynasty group and other hotel.

Fast Eddie 48

[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo; 1275048]Jomtien Beach:

What Jomtien Beach GF friendly hotels do you recommend? Point me in the right direction and I will do the follow-up research. Thanks.[/QUOTE]I am sure that most hotels in Pattaya, let alone the entire country of Thailand, are basically GF, but always book the room as a double (2 people) first. I was very satisfied with the Furama Jomtien Beach. It is about USD $55 per night on Agoda, the way I booked it. There were no problems. The only potential downside is that though the girls are required to provide their I. D. (quite enough security that it would be generally difficult to get the girl to the elevators bank without facing two to four hotel employees) , they were spotty about the follow-through, as in when the girl picks up her I. D. To check out, the hotel did not always call the room to make sure everything was okay with the hotel guest (for example, if you had been drugged and robbed blind, there was only a 60-75% chance the girl would have been caught). I'm pretty cautious about keeping things in the hotel safe, etc, which elimates much of that risk, but it's worth pointing out. I think the breakfast buffet was decent, nice swimming pool, great balconies overlooking the ocean, etc. A good value, and from a well-regarded Asian chain of hotels.

If you haven't done your research, be warned that you are a good 25- to 30-minute bus ride from the Walking Street area. This can be a nuisance, slightly, as some gogo girls will want you to give them taxi fare back, etc. There are beer bars in Jomtien. While I did not try, I did see some girls I would regard as lookers from afar during the ride in / from. Smaller selection of girls there, to be sure. But Jomtien is quieter and has its appeal.

Have fun (hard not to).

[QUOTE=Allover; 1278981]I don't care for concept, the location, or the photos. I'm sure it's the right place for some but not for me.

I haven't tried anal sex with a guy but I don't like it. There are lots of things I don't like that I haven't tried personally.[/QUOTE]LOL. I haven't tried it either and I'm pretty sure I won't be trying it, ever ever.

Hi guys,

Looking to take the Bell bus from BKK to Pattaya. Question I had was, whether we can then leave Pattaya and go directly to the BKK airport?

Has anyone done this before?

Does the Bell bus leave from a specific Pattaya hotel? If so, we'd have to book to stay at that hotel.

Thanks for the info brothers!

Upon your website booking just state the hotel you are staying in, they will pick you up in a small van and drive you to the main bus station. Change mini-van to coach and there you go on your way to BKK.

Have to say they have a very smooth service, more or less journey will takes same as taxi do but for a merely 200thb.

[QUOTE=Nick Depalma; 1281744]Hi guys,

Looking to take the Bell bus from BKK to Pattaya. Question I had was, whether we can then leave Pattaya and go directly to the BKK airport?

Has anyone done this before?

Does the Bell bus leave from a specific Pattaya hotel? If so, we'd have to book to stay at that hotel.

Thanks for the info brothers![/QUOTE]

I was looking at hotels on wotif secret deals, where you can get cheaper prices on upscale hotels, here is the research on what they are:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=M21447&page=1&adults=0&child1Age=1&child2Age=1&child3Age=1&child4Age=1&child5Age=1&child6Age=1&child7Age=1&child8Age=1&child9Age=1&startDay=2012-05-13[/url]

Pullman Pattaya Hotel.

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=M19867&page=1&adults=0&child1Age=1&child2Age=1&child3Age=1&child4Age=1&child5Age=1&child6Age=1&child7Age=1&child8Age=1&child9Age=1&startDay=2012-05-13[/url]

Amari Orchid Pattaya.

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=M19867&page=1&adults=0&child1Age=1&child2Age=1&child3Age=1&child4Age=1&child5Age=1&child6Age=1&child7Age=1&child8Age=1&child9Age=1&startDay=2012-05-13[/url]

Sea Sand Sun Pattaya

Does someone know if they charge fees for visitors?

Thanks

[QUOTE=Bab Com; 1282187]Does someone know if they charge fees for visitors?

Thanks[/QUOTE]What's wrong with sending them an email and asking?

[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo; 1275048]Jomtien Beach:

I am already booked for my next trip to Pattaya at the Marriott. I like the Marriott for its swimming pool and good location. The fact that I have a Chase Marriott rewards visa card that gives me free nights and automatic room upgrades does not hurt either.

But lately I have been thinking of changing my routine and staying on Jomtien Beach. The beach is definitely nicer and the daytime scene is much more relaxed than Pattaya. So guys, I am looking for a real nice alternative to the Marriott. What Jomtien Beach GF friendly hotels do you recommend? Point me in the right direction and I will do the follow-up research. Thanks.[/QUOTE]Just back from Jomtien. I stayed at the Jomtien Beach Penthouses (Jomtien Beach Road Soi 9) , which offers nice studios and 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. It is not a hotel (so you have to take care of arranging your own breakfast) but a "serviced apartment". It has a nice swimming pool and although it is mainly a "family" place, I did notice that some guests brought in their GF, some of which were clearly "working girls". As long as you keep it somewhat decent in the swimming pool, nobody will complain.

There is also a gym, if you want to work-out.

There is actually a funny story I can tell. I stayed there with my Thai girl friend (so no need to find working girls) and she noticed that one of the guests brought two GFs to the swimming pool. So far so good. But when next morning these GFs left the building, she saw that one of them was wearing a school uniform (the usual high school uniform: white shirt and dark skirt) , which indicated that she might be very (too?) young. Since you do not have to pass through reception to go to your apartment, it is easy to bring in anyone you like. Some may like that facility, others may rather have some more security. To each his own, I say.

[QUOTE=Bab Com; 1282187]Does someone know if they charge fees for visitors?

Thanks[/QUOTE]No charge for visitors NOFEE!

Was in Pattaya a couple of day ago staying at the Sunbean hotel on sio 8 and pick up this gorgeous 19 year old at one of the bars on sio 7 but could not get her in. To be a guest at the Sunbeam you must be 20 and above even though it shows 18 year on paper work when you book. No negotiation of any kind could get her in. So find out before you book the age of your guest because I will never stay here again.

It's not breaking the law if she is over 18, right? I hope Dick gave them a piece of his mind.

[QUOTE=Chill Out;1282530]It's not breaking the law if she is over 18, right? I hope Dick gave them a piece of his mind.[/QUOTE]That would be the worst thing to do in Thailand. Always keep "jai jen".

And in the matter of age, much better to err on the "older" side than by mistake bringing in someone too young. We have all heard the stories about fake ID and even scams (in combination with the police) to get some money from the horny farang.

[QUOTE=Bugzy 69; 1282148]Upon your website booking just state the hotel you are staying in, they will pick you up in a small van and drive you to the main bus station. Change mini-van to coach and there you go on your way to BKK.

Have to say they have a very smooth service, more or less journey will takes same as taxi do but for a merely 200thb.[/QUOTE]What type and make of coach / buses do they have? Seating comfort? Any baggage restrictions on number of pcs?

Assuming you have been in Thailand before then you will understand it's the typical Vans approximately 9 passengers Toyota Commuter very common. If you got lots of luggage it will be a problem. The buses are the typical buses you see running to and from Bangkok to other provinces except it is in better condition and comfort is good unless you are real talk. Pretty of luggage space in the bottom but not sure if there is a charge for over 2 pieces. They understand that airline standard pieces are two.

LBM

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan; 1282630]Assuming you have been in Thailand before then you will understand it's the typical Vans approximately 9 passengers Toyota Commuter very common. If you got lots of luggage it will be a problem. The buses are the typical buses you see running to and from Bangkok to other provinces except it is in better condition and comfort is good unless you are real talk. Pretty of luggage space in the bottom but not sure if there is a charge for over 2 pieces. They understand that airline standard pieces are two.

LBM[/QUOTE]Thanks LBM. I am aware of the Toyota Vans you mentioned and their make. I even booked them last time when I was in Phuket. I was more or less wondering on the make of Buses. Last time some other city (not Thailand) I was shown the brochure to indicate world class buses which even would have given First class of airlines a run for money. When I actually boarded the bus I was disgusted. It was nowhere near to specs or you can say so it was so filthy, rotten and stinky with seats broken that whole journey I had to sanitize myself. It is hence I asked if members here had first hand experience of the bus interior and comfort. I don't expect business class but yes am used to travel in Volvos and Scanias which are decent.

[QUOTE=Horny Landoora;1282661]Thanks LBM. I am aware of the Toyota Vans you mentioned and their make. I even booked them last time when I was in Phuket. I was more or less wondering on the make of Buses. Last time some other city (not Thailand) I was shown the brochure to indicate world class buses which even would have given First class of airlines a run for money. When I actually boarded the bus I was disgusted. It was nowhere near to specs or you can say so it was so filthy, rotten and stinky with seats broken that whole journey I had to sanitize myself. It is hence I asked if members here had first hand experience of the bus interior and comfort. I don't expect business class but yes am used to travel in Volvos and Scanias which are decent.[/QUOTE]The Buses they use aren't the many I have seen with fancy lights and decals all over outside that carry the Asians on large tours but they are decent that the aircon works, basic bathrrom and clean. Sometimes I have gotten a seat where it didn't recline? But mostly, the ride has been safe that I didn't get a driver that I felt I might have to jump in and take over.

LBM

If you want a little extra room, just buy two tickets. Well worth the extra 200 baht to have two seats to yourself.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Chill Out;1282530]It's not breaking the law if she is over 18, right? I hope Dick gave them a piece of his mind.[/QUOTE]The person at the desk told me 18 is the legal age but the hotels policy was 20. I would just like to know that before I booked the room.

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht;1282254]Just back from Jomtien. I stayed at the Jomtien Beach Penthouses (Jomtien Beach Road Soi 9), which offers nice studios and 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. It is not a hotel (so you have to take care of arranging your own breakfast) but a "serviced apartment". It has a nice swimming pool and although it is mainly a "family" place, I did notice that some guests brought in their GF, some of which were clearly "working girls". As long as you keep it somewhat decent in the swimming pool, nobody will complain.[/QUOTE]Thanks W. I checked out the Jomtien Beach Penthouses and it is exactly the kind of place I was looking for. I have stayed in Pattaya at the Marriott (3x) , the Tim Boutique, and the Areca. Now I want to branch out a little and stay on Jomtien. There is a more relaxed laid back vibe to the place and yet it is easy to go to Pattaya whenever you want. Best of both worlds? I will have to find out.

On your handle: are you Belgian?

[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo; 1283465]Thanks W. I checked out the Jomtien Beach Penthouses and it is exactly the kind of place I was looking for. I have stayed in Pattaya at the Marriott (3x) , the Tim Boutique, and the Areca. Now I want to branch out a little and stay on Jomtien. There is a more relaxed laid back vibe to the place and yet it is easy to go to Pattaya whenever you want. Best of both worlds? I will have to find out.

On your handle: are you Belgian?[/QUOTE]Yes, indeed I am Belgian.

You will not regret Jomtien Beach Penthouses. Very nice place, well appointed, clean and new. The owner / manager is Danish.

Hey Guys,

Has been very long since I went to Pattaya. I am coming back next month. Would appreciate views and feedback from experienced mongers who have stayed near Walking Street. The budget is around 1000-1200 baht inclusive of taxes I don't need bfast. Please let me have your suggestions for good comfortable hotels, their room quality, girl policy, special tips for choosing a room in that hotel and distance from nearest pick up points or gogo bars!

Cheers.

HL

[QUOTE=Bunky;1283077]If you want a little extra room, just buy two tickets. Well worth the extra 200 baht to have two seats to yourself.[/QUOTE]Don't count on that. The seats are not assigned. You may get on and there are no two open seats together. Or if you have already sat where there are two open seats together someone may get on after and want to sit in the open one next to you. HL it is just a regular ass bus with a stinky bathroom. But you are only going to be on it for an hour if you are going to the airport. At least 2 hours if you are going to Sukhumvit.

There are also vans to Bangkok that leave from the temple every 15 minutes. They are 100 baht. If you don't speak or read Thai then good luck with that. (The vans do not have western script written on them and I seriously doubt the people who drive them speak English.) A girl came to see me from Bangkok and she even had a hard time. She bought the ticket somewhere in Bangkok then had to call the phone number because she didn't understand what to do as far as where she was supposed to wait for the van.

[QUOTE=Mr Enternational; 1284654]HL it is just a regular ass bus with a stinky bathroom.

There are also vans to Bangkok that leave from the temple every 15 minutes. They are 100 baht. If you don't speak or read Thai then good luck with that.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the tips Mr E! I would rather stick to bus than the van just to ensure I reach without being lost! The bus seems a good option for going to Pattaya from the airport and while returning I might just get a taxi! We are 6-8 in a group going for a friends bachelors so we would just check if a van is available to travel together if not then the bus it is!

Don't want to sound like a shill, but Agoda has got some pretty aggressive pricing on the Furama Jomtien Beach hotel. Stayed there last year. While the downside is the baht bus ride into town, a good 25 minutes, the location is quiet and the balconies overlooking the ocean make it quite relaxing. I'm not looking forward to the Asian tour groups and the Russians, though.

The price, with breakfast for 2 (decent enough buffet; not as good as the Hard Rock's) was US $37 per night for mid-June. I paid $55 last year and thought that that wasn't a bad deal.
If you're looking at Jomtien, consider this place.

[QUOTE=Horny Landoora; 1284586]Hey Guys,

Has been very long since I went to Pattaya. I am coming back next month. Would appreciate views and feedback from experienced mongers who have stayed near Walking Street. The budget is around 1000-1200 baht inclusive of taxes I don't need bfast. Please let me have your suggestions for good comfortable hotels, their room quality, girl policy, special tips for choosing a room in that hotel and distance from nearest pick up points or gogo bars!

Cheers.

HL[/QUOTE]Bay Walk is good, rooms decent and girl friendly.

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

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht; 1282254]Just back from Jomtien. I stayed at the Jomtien Beach Penthouses (Jomtien Beach Road Soi 9) , which offers nice studios and 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. It is not a hotel (so you have to take care of arranging your own breakfast) but a "serviced apartment". It has a nice swimming pool and although it is mainly a "family" place, I did notice that some guests brought in their GF, some of which were clearly "working girls". As long as you keep it somewhat decent in the swimming pool, nobody will complain.

There is also a gym, if you want to work-out.

There is actually a funny story I can tell. I stayed there with my Thai girl friend (so no need to find working girls) and she noticed that one of the guests brought two GFs to the swimming pool. So far so good. But when next morning these GFs left the building, she saw that one of them was wearing a school uniform (the usual high school uniform: white shirt and dark skirt) , which indicated that she might be very (too?) young. Since you do not have to pass through reception to go to your apartment, it is easy to bring in anyone you like. Some may like that facility, others may rather have some more security. To each his own, I say.[/QUOTE]I would suggest it's likely to be her daughter. This place is owned by a very well run group who own a few hotels around town and the last thing they would accept is a minor in a room.

[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo; 1275048]Jomtien Beach:

I am already booked for my next trip to Pattaya at the Marriott. I like the Marriott for its swimming pool and good location. The fact that I have a Chase Marriott rewards visa card that gives me free nights and automatic room upgrades does not hurt either.

But lately I have been thinking of changing my routine and staying on Jomtien Beach. The beach is definitely nicer and the daytime scene is much more relaxed than Pattaya. So guys, I am looking for a real nice alternative to the Marriott. What Jomtien Beach GF friendly hotels do you recommend? Point me in the right direction and I will do the follow-up research. Thanks.[/QUOTE]Marriott is good, I would stay there and just grab a bus to Jomtien on a daily basis, you are there in 15 mins or so.

Decided to try the Apex for a night. Took one of the bargain rooms for 650 baht which was located on the second floor. The room itself was dated and it and the fittings were in dire need of an update. You get aircon for this price I wouldn't say it was falling apart but that it soon will be. Room has the basics including a fridge stocked with reasonably priced beverages unless of course you prefer buying your drinks from a 7/11.

The main clientele seem to be men age 50 and above so if you're in this age bracket then it may suit you.

There is a swimming pool but it's nothing fancy but a lap pool.

Staff seem polite enough but distracted but the football.

There is a buffet dinner for about 250 baht but it's pretty sad looking with a mix of Thai and western dishes. There are better options around for that price. They also have a breakfast buffet for around 100 baht of unknown quality.

All in all a cheap option if you're looking for a place with a pool.

That's useful info. Thanks.

Does Apex have wifi? Safe deposit box?

Their website doesn't have much info: [url]http://www.apexhotelpattaya.com/[/url]

Was thinking to check out Sutus Court which I hear has rooms for about 700 with pool.

[QUOTE=Pointy Stick; 1294621]Decided to try the Apex for a night. Took one of the bargain rooms for 650 baht which was located on the second floor. The room itself was dated and it and the fittings were in dire need of an update. You get aircon for this price I wouldn't say it was falling apart but that it soon will be. Room has the basics including a fridge stocked with reasonably priced beverages unless of course you prefer buying your drinks from a 7/11.

The main clientele seem to be men age 50 and above so if you're in this age bracket then it may suit you.

There is a swimming pool but it's nothing fancy but a lap pool.

Staff seem polite enough but distracted but the football.

There is a buffet dinner for about 250 baht but it's pretty sad looking with a mix of Thai and western dishes. There are better options around for that price. They also have a breakfast buffet for around 100 baht of unknown quality.

All in all a cheap option if you're looking for a place with a pool.[/QUOTE]Yes, it's look like economic option. It will be a difficult to find a hotel in this price having the said facilities. In the last days of the March I was in hunt to find a decent hotel in reasonable price. After a huge run finally I found Lek Hotel in 2nd road near soi 12. I was in a course to meet my TGF for the first time. And was in need to find a decent impressive hotel in economic price.

Apex is sounds good. But bro you did not mentioned where the hotel is located to give a try.

[QUOTE=Mua Tur; 1294900]Yes, it's look like economic option. It will be a difficult to find a hotel in this price having the said facilities. In the last days of the March I was in hunt to find a decent hotel in reasonable price. After a huge run finally I found Lek Hotel in 2nd road near soi 12. I was in a course to meet my TGF for the first time. And was in need to find a decent impressive hotel in economic price.

Apex is sounds good. But bro you did not mentioned where the hotel is located.

2nd road near Junction with soi Diana

[quote=mua tur; 1294900]yes, it's look like economic option. it will be a difficult to find a hotel in this price having the said facilities. in the last days of the march i was in hunt to find a decent hotel in reasonable price. after a huge run finally i found lek hotel in 2nd road near soi 12. i was in a course to meet my tgf for the first time. and was in need to find a decent impressive hotel in economic price.

apex is sounds good. but bro you did not mentioned where the hotel is located to give a try.[/quote]its located close to soi buakow / lk metro but there are clearly better options.

i'm staying at noble place guesthouse at soi 13/2 where i stayed in december. there is no pool but for 550 you get a balcony and a large room with fridge, lcd and aircon with better furnishings.

it's more of a furnished apartment with no reception after 6pm so be careful when you pick up those **** lb's on beach road!

for those who want peace and quiet get a room facing away from the street.

[QUOTE=Pointy Stick; 1294906]Its located close to Soi Buakow / LK metro but there are clearly better options.

216/1 Pattaya 2 road.

Here is the link.
[url]http://www.apexhotelpattaya.com/[/url]
and here are the reviews
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293919-d552751-Reviews-Apex_Hotel-Pattaya_Chonburi_Province.html

[QUOTE=Simon36; 1290972]Bay Walk is good, rooms decent and girl friendly.

[url]http://www.baywalkresidencepattaya.com/[/url][/QUOTE]Thanks but rates are over USD 50 when I checked it out.

Does any one know of good place for USD 30 / USD 35?

[quote=pointy stick; 1294906]its located close to soi buakow / lk metro but there are clearly better options.

i'm staying at noble place guesthouse at soi 13/2 where i stayed in december. there is no pool but for 550 you get a balcony and a large room with fridge, lcd and aircon with better furnishings.

it's more of a furnished apartment with no reception after 6pm so be careful when you pick up those **** lb's on beach road!

for those who want peace and quiet get a room facing away from the street.[/quote]noble place guesthouse is a good option too. i think i have tried all the hotels in this soi (s). i found this guest house always full. not easy to get a room here.

thanks for the advice. to exercise your advise need a room available too.

[QUOTE=Mua Tur; 1295208]Noble Place Guesthouse is a good option too. I think I have tried all the hotels in this soi (s). I found this guest house always full. Not easy to get a room here.

Thanks for the advice. To exercise your advise need a room available too.[/QUOTE]Umm not sure what you're getting at here but its low season at the moment and I found it pretty easy. I'd book ahead after Octoberto be certain of course.

Does anyone know if the rooms at Tim Bar on 2nd road have had a refit as I noticed they've changed the facarde.

Gentlemen,

I've been busily rtff'ing for an upcoming trip to Pattya from 12/1/2012 to 1/13/2013 and have been unable to find feedback on the Irish Rovers Guesthouse. Thanks to the forum here, we've eliminated the Billabong, sadly the Metro Apts are booked up, and at the moment Pasadena is still asking for 42K baht for their large rooms. Has anyone stayed at the Rovers before? We are looking to book two rooms, large w / balcony, which I believe are available at this time. Is the hotel girl friendly, and, as stairs are a hassle for my travelling companion does anyone know the layout of the hotel and what floor the large rooms are on. Any other feedback concerning the hotel, cleanliness, staff, noise, etc, would be greatly appreciated as well. Trip advisor and Agoda seem to give it decent ratings, but I'd like to hear from you all as well. Not sure why I can't find the info here, believe me I did try.

Thanks in advance, and rest assured that I will be reporting back here on whatever hotel we decide to stay at!

[QUOTE=Booey; 1296050]Gentlemen,

I've been busily rtff'ing for an upcoming trip to Pattya from 12/1/2012 to 1/13/2013 and have been unable to find feedback on the Irish Rovers Guesthouse. Thanks to the forum here, we've eliminated the Billabong, sadly the Metro Apts are booked up, and at the moment Pasadena is still asking for 42K baht for their large rooms. Has anyone stayed at the Rovers before? We are looking to book two rooms, large w / balcony, which I believe are available at this time. Is the hotel girl friendly, and, as stairs are a hassle for my travelling companion does anyone know the layout of the hotel and what floor the large rooms are on. Any other feedback concerning the hotel, cleanliness, staff, noise, etc, would be greatly appreciated as well. Trip advisor and Agoda seem to give it decent ratings, but I'd like to hear from you all as well. Not sure why I can't find the info here, believe me I did try.

Thanks in advance, and rest assured that I will be reporting back here on whatever hotel we decide to stay at![/QUOTE]I was in the LK area this morning and went by the Rover for you. Do to the morning they had no rooms for me to look at plus they are full at this time. I spoke to a English Chap? Who has been staying there for nearly six month and he provided me with this information. There are two types of room 650 small 850 large, he indicated that the small rooms are small and that it is well worth the upgrade to large since you get the balcony. Based on the building design which is very typical I believe there are most likely no more than a dozen rooms and certainly no ELEVATOR. If you were staying at Billabong or Metro buildings are the same no elevator. For a elevator you will have to stay at one of the bigger hotels like Pasadena? L. K. Metro? Any hotel whether large or small in facing the front would have a noise problem in this court yard since it is loaded with action. Backtracking, the hotel or guest house building is like the ones you would do shortime on Soi 6. These buildings are very common! Of course the hotel is girlfriendly. Oh the guy said the place and room are clean typical shower and toilet together and floor is always wet. The lobby is combination reception/bar and serves breakfast... claims best in Pattaya for 99 baht. this claim is made by everyone but the picture look good?

LBM

[QUOTE=Simon36;1290977]Marriott is good, I would stay there and just grab a bus to Jomtien on a daily basis, you are there in 15 mins or so.[/QUOTE]Afraid that Jomtien is getting a bit run down. Quite a bit of trash. The beach may be better, but it's all relative. Pattaya just isn't much of a place for beaches, unless you ferry to the islands.

(If you are really set on Jomtien, and it is quieter than the city, I would not necessarily be deterred by the 25-minute baht bus ride to / from Walking Street each way. Worst-case scenario is a 200 baht taxi (or baht bus rental) in late / early hours.)

The hotel market may not be much better. I have previously recommended the Furama Jomtien Beach based on its value (low season at about 40 USD per night on Agoda with cancellation penalty). Stayed there last week and cannot recommend it any more. Lots of Russians and Asian (mainland Chinese: rude) tour groups. A formerly stunning property is shoddy, the breakfast buffet getting worse by the day. It is GF, though the exit calls to ensure it was OK to return the girls' IDs were not consistently made. From the looks of the area, I'd say that the Furama may well be one of the nicer properties on Jomtien. Be sure to reserve a double room to avoid a joiner fee.


There is a really nice restaurant, called Surf Kitchen, near the north turn onto Jomtien Beach. A lovely meal with appetizer and two entrees can be had for less than 10 USD. Brought my favorite gogo dancer there and she agreed the food was very tasty.

Has anyone stayed at the Sea Me Spring hotel on soi 10 recently? Was wondering what the Me Rooms are like. Do they have balconies? What kind of views from the Me Room balconies?

Any recent reviews of this hotel, etc?

Thanks!

[QUOTE=Monopoly; 1304911]Has anyone stayed at the Sea Me Spring hotel on soi 10 recently? Was wondering what the Me Rooms are like. Do they have balconies? What kind of views from the Me Room balconies?

Any recent reviews of this hotel, etc?

Thanks![/QUOTE][url]Http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81yN8OgaFqY[/url]

[QUOTE=Bkgee;1305195][url]Http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81yN8OgaFqY[/url][/QUOTE]Thanks. The video is good to see what the room looks like. But, unfortunately, it is a Sea View room so the balcony shot does not portray what I would see from a Me Room balcony.

Anyone stayed in a Me Room?

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan; 1301315]I was in the LK area this morning and went by the Rover for you. Do to the morning they had no rooms for me to look at plus they are full at this time. I spoke to a English Chap? Who has been staying there for nearly six month and he provided me with this information. There are two types of room 650 small 850 large, he indicated that the small rooms are small and that it is well worth the upgrade to large since you get the balcony. Based on the building design which is very typical I believe there are most likely no more than a dozen rooms and certainly no ELEVATOR. If you were staying at Billabong or Metro buildings are the same no elevator. For a elevator you will have to stay at one of the bigger hotels like Pasadena? L. K. Metro? Any hotel whether large or small in facing the front would have a noise problem in this court yard since it is loaded with action. Backtracking, the hotel or guest house building is like the ones you would do shortime on Soi 6. These buildings are very common! Of course the hotel is girlfriendly. Oh the guy said the place and room are clean typical shower and toilet together and floor is always wet. The lobby is combination reception / bar and serves breakfast. Claims best in Pattaya for 99 baht. This claim is made by everyone but the picture look good?

LBM[/QUOTE]Thanks for checking the place out! Much appreciated, I think we'll probably try the place out and see how it goes. I'll let you guys know how it works out.

[QUOTE=Bkgee;1305195][url]Http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81yN8OgaFqY[/url][/QUOTE]thanks, it looks pretty nice. Is it gf?

[QUOTE=Zauberfee;1305636]thanks, it looks pretty nice. Is it gf?[/QUOTE]I'm pretty sure most of them are.

[QUOTE=Zauberfee;1305636]thanks, it looks pretty nice. Is it gf?[/QUOTE]Pretty sure, most of them are, I'll post the web site when I find it.

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

Anyone have any recommendations for medium-priced guest-friendly serviced apartments in Pattaya? My budget is up to 5000 Baht per night. This is for high season (around Christmas). Having checked this thread and also checked a well-known review website (the one with 'Trip' in its name) I am none the wiser.

I'm not too bothered about location. Other than price, here are my main criteria (in order of importance, with the most important first) :

- Preferably a 1-bed (but a larger studio would be OK as well)

- Kitchenette (or kitchen, but I'm not planning on doing any cooking!)

- Flatscreen TV and DVD player.

- Nicely (or even luxuriously) decorated.

- Not too noisy (I. E. Not directly above a bar, not too noisy in the daytime, and no major construction going on nearby)

- Gym on site or nearby (not essential)

- Pool (again, not a dealbreaker)

On previous trips I have stayed at the Hard Rock (too kitsch for my taste) and the Dusit D2 (I liked it a lot, but for the larger rooms the prices around Christmas seem rather high).

I stay in View Talay 6 which is a condo building next to Central Plaza. Just spent 3 weeks there. You can look at these two sites for availabilty and full details. Though, it might be hard to find something for High Season. Give it a look see.

[url]http://wwww.honeyscoffeehouse.com/[/url]

(slow to fully load)

[url]http://www.dancewatchers.com/Room_Rental_Menu_for_Pattaya_and_Jomtien_nightly_condo_rentals_by_dancewatchers.com.html[/url]

(look at VT 6. VT 5 is in Jomtien)

[QUOTE=Altered Ego; 1306838]Anyone have any recommendations for medium-priced guest-friendly serviced apartments in Pattaya? My budget is up to 5000 Baht per night. This is for high season (around Christmas). Having checked this thread and also checked a well-known review website (the one with 'Trip' in its name) I am none the wiser.

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On previous trips I have stayed at the Hard Rock (too kitsch for my taste) and the Dusit D2 (I liked it a lot, but for the larger rooms the prices around Christmas seem rather high).[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Altered Ego;1306838]Anyone have any recommendations for medium-priced guest-friendly serviced apartments in Pattaya?[/QUOTE]That should fit your needs: [url]http://www.atmindgroup.com/[/url]

Thanks guys for your advice. I will take a look. If anyone else has any recommendations they would be most welcome.

[QUOTE=Zauberfee; 1306929]That should fit your needs:

[url]http://www.atmindgroup.com/[/url][/QUOTE]

Hello all, I am planning on being in Thailand for a week and a half from the states. My intention is to be in Bangkok for two days, then to either Phuket or Pattaya for 6 days then back to Bangkok, maybe a day trip to Agnor what (can't be all mongering).

I am planning on doing this in style and I have seen pictures of hotels with what looks like private pools to take their guests. Can you suggest a hotel like that in Pattaya? If there are Hilton, Hyatts or Starwood resort / hotels that are GF would be a bonus since I have a high status at all of them.

Any input would be appreciated. I know Phuket is really the place to go but with the news about some unfriendly native action lately I may avoid. I do want to be here to escape and relax as well as have some fun.

Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=BadDances; 1308049]Hello all, I am planning on being in Thailand for a week and a half from the states. My intention is to be in Bangkok for two days, then to either Phuket or Pattaya for 6 days then back to Bangkok, maybe a day trip to Agnor what (can't be all mongering).

I am planning on doing this in style and I have seen pictures of hotels with what looks like private pools to take their guests. Can you suggest a hotel like that in Pattaya? If there are Hilton, Hyatts or Starwood resort / hotels that are GF would be a bonus since I have a high status at all of them.

Any input would be appreciated. I know Phuket is really the place to go but with the news about some unfriendly native action lately I may avoid. I do want to be here to escape and relax as well as have some fun.

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Lots of choices in every place you mention. Do your homework on agoda. Com or booking. Com and then ask questions for specific hotel of your choice.

ANGKOR W A T is in Cambodia not Thailand. No way for a day trip.

You need a lot of homework then.

[QUOTE=El Greco; 1308112]Lots of choices in every place you mention. Do your homework on agoda. Com or booking. Com and then ask questions for specific hotel of your choice.

ANGKOR W A T is in Cambodia not Thailand. No way for a day trip.

You need a lot of homework then.[/QUOTE]Hi Greco,

For the hotel in Pattaya I would raccomend [url]http://www.baansouy.com/[/url] Between walking street and jomtien beach. Great location, brand new and the defenitily the place is GF.

Cheers

[QUOTE=El Greco; 1308112]Lots of choices in every place you mention. Do your homework on agoda. Com or booking. Com and then ask questions for specific hotel of your choice.

ANGKOR W A T is in Cambodia not Thailand. No way for a day trip.

You need a lot of homework then.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the direction of where to look.

I know Angor what is about an 8 hour bus ride from Pattaya, in Cambodia, so I may spend a night there, I will have to look up travel schedules to there from Thailand but I do want to see it.

Thanks.

[QUOTE=BadDances; 1308049]Hello all, I am planning on being in Thailand for a week and a half from the states. My intention is to be in Bangkok for two days, then to either Phuket or Pattaya for 6 days then back to Bangkok, maybe a day trip to Agnor what (can't be all mongering).

I am planning on doing this in style and I have seen pictures of hotels with what looks like private pools to take their guests. Can you suggest a hotel like that in Pattaya? If there are Hilton, Hyatts or Starwood resort / hotels that are GF would be a bonus since I have a high status at all of them.

Any input would be appreciated. I know Phuket is really the place to go but with the news about some unfriendly native action lately I may avoid. I do want to be here to escape and relax as well as have some fun.

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Baddance,

If you have 10 days I thinl 2 days in Bangkok 5 days in Pattaya and 2 days in Phuket is good, but if you want to go to Cambodia and Angkor what you need 3 day is about one hr 30 min flight from Bangkok to Siem riep air fare is not cheap and you must paid a 25 USD visa on arrival is a great site must see.

Fast Eddie 48

Yes I stayed there last year (as mentioned in my post not far below). I think I had the second smallest size of room available (if that makes sense). Personally I liked it. Location was convenient and the place was very clean and modern. If I remember correctly the breakfast and the pool were fine too. It was totally guest-friendly as far as I was concerned (although I only brought in one girl per night).

[QUOTE=BambiJacobson; 1307736]Has anybody stayed at the dusitD2 baraquda Pattaya?

Been searching for at report but have been unable to find one. I am planning my first trip to Pattaya in September and I want to find a high end hotel that is close to the action.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Altered Ego]I liked it. Location was convenient and the place was very clean and modern. If I remember correctly the breakfast and the pool were fine too. It was totally guest-friendly as far as I was concerned (although I only brought in one girl per night).[/QUOTE]I stayed at the Dusti D2 for about 10 days and liked it very much. The location is super convenient, especially if you're new in town. There is everything you could possibly need within easy walking distance: Starbucks, convenience stores, restaurants plain or fancy, money exchange, laundry and beer bars galore. You can also easily walk to the up-and-coming naughty boy hangouts on Soi LK Metro and the food stalls on Soi Buakaow. If you're headed for Walking Street it's a quick stroll from the D2 to Beach Road where you can catch the baht bus. (Or keep walking. It's really not that far.) Coming back with your go go dream girl it's a very quick trip via baht bus headed north on Second Road. The same baht bus route takes you north past the Hard Rock to the delights of Soi 6.

The rooms at the D2 are very modern with a minimalist vibe. All have a balcony overlooking the pool in the courtyard. The air conditioning worked great and the housekeeping was fine. Didn't eat breakfast at the D2, because I much preferred the buffet at the Lek Hotel across the street where you can dine poolside.

I just have two nitpicks. First, the internet was a little slow and slightly dodgy during my stay. Second, the Dusit D2 charges top dollar, so it's definitely not a value proposition.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Horny Landoora; 1294943]Thanks but rates are over USD 50 when I checked it out.

Does any one know of good place for USD 30 / USD 35?[/QUOTE]Since members are from many different countries, giving prices in USD isn't very helpful. How would you like it, if I mentioned prices in Swedish crowns?

This is one of the "studio suite" rooms.

[url]http://www.dusit.com/dusit-d2/en/dusitd2-baraquda-pattaya-accommodation/studio-suite-room.html[/url]

Bunky

[QUOTE=BadDances; 1308049]Hello all, I am planning on being in Thailand for a week and a half from the states. My intention is to be in Bangkok for two days, then to either Phuket or Pattaya for 6 days then back to Bangkok, maybe a day trip to Agnor what (can't be all mongering).

I am planning on doing this in style and I have seen pictures of hotels with what looks like private pools to take their guests. Can you suggest a hotel like that in Pattaya? If there are Hilton, Hyatts or Starwood resort / hotels that are GF would be a bonus since I have a high status at all of them.

Any input would be appreciated. I know Phuket is really the place to go but with the news about some unfriendly native action lately I may avoid. I do want to be here to escape and relax as well as have some fun.

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]The best hotel, with a great pool, and great location in Pattaya is the Marriott. Most however are too cheap to go there. The pool at the Marriott is 10x's better than the Dusit.

I am a Gold member so no issues for me.

[QUOTE=Duckie44;1309234]Since members are from many different countries, giving prices in USD isn't very helpful. How would you like it, if I mentioned prices in Swedish crowns?[/QUOTE]Yeah, giving prices in about 30+ currencies would be real helpful. LOL.

Oanda. Com or any of hundreds of sites (not to mention just about all hotel booking sites) have currency converters.

For boutique hotels. A couple of favorites are the Moonlight off Soi Yensabai and Four Seasons Place (not related to the global chain) off of Pattaya Tai. For more mainstream, reliable, comfortable, a bit more out of pocket. The usual: Holiday Inn, Hard Rock, the new Hilton at Central are hard to go wrong with. The new Centara Grand is nice, but don't the entry level rooms are particularly tiny, you'll want to get a suite. Also a bit out of the way if you don't own a car.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss; 1309275]The best hotel, with a great pool, and great location in Pattaya is the Marriott. Most however are too cheap to go there. The pool at the Marriott is 10x's better than the Dusit.

I am a Gold member so no issues for me.[/QUOTE]On the map it looks like the Dusit is right next to the Marriott. I choose the Dusit because it looked newer and the rooms are bigger? The terrass Suite in Marriott is 54m² with a small bed 130-150 cm. In the Dusit its 80 m² and with a huge bed 181. 210 cm.

You are most definitively a more experienced visitor of Pats then me (since I have never been there) so I would really like it if you could elaborate why the Marriott is so superior.

[QUOTE=BambiJacobson]On the map it looks like the Dusit is right next to the Marriott. I choose the Dusit because it looked newer and the rooms are bigger. The terrace suite in Marriott is 54m² with a small bed 130-150 cm. In the Dusit its 80 m² and with a huge bed 181. 210 cm. You are most definitively a more experienced visitor of Pats then me (since I have never been there) so I would really like it if you could elaborate why the Marriott is so superior.[/QUOTE]The Marriot and the Dusit D2 are very close to each other. The Marriott is marginally closer to the beach and Walking Street, but the Dusit is closer to the scene on Soi LK Metro. So in my opinion, neither location is better. The Dusit is newer. If I recall correctly, it was built in 2008 or 2009. But the Marriott is well maintained, so there's no difference there either.

Both hotels offer several types of rooms, so it's important to be specific when comparing. If Mr. Jacobson has booked an 80 square meter suite at the Dusit D2 that means he'll be staying in the "D'Suite." This is the finest suite available and it's pretty nice:

[url]http://www.dusit.com/dusit-d2/en/dusitd2-baraquda-pattaya-accommodation/d-suite.html[/url]

As you can see from the attached photo, the suite occupies two levels. I like contemporary and modern design, so I think the D'Suite is spectacular. It's also plenty big, so if you were inclined to have your mates over there would be more than enough space in the living room to hang out. The windows and balcony of the D'Suite face east overlooking the swimming pool.

Speaking of which, the pool at the Dusit D2 isn't as large as the pool at the Marriott. And it doesn't get as much sun because it's in a courtyard and shaded by the surrounding buildings. I happen to like that because it's quieter and more private. But I get that some people like a giant pool with lots of people lounging about. If that's your preference, the Marriott probably has the edge.

In summary, the Dusit D2 is a smaller boutique property while the Marriott is a bigger, more "resort" like hotel. Both are rather expensive (unless you're a Road Warrior using your frequent traveler benefits.) But if you've got the dough, they are ideal places for any Two Week Millionaire.

Bunky

[QUOTE=BambiJacobson;1309404]I would really like it if you could elaborate why the Marriott is so superior.[/QUOTE]1. The pool / garden area is 100% nicer at the Marriott. There is no comparison in ambiance between the Marriott pool garden area and the D2. Considering the D2's price, their pool is a concrete rip off and not worthy of a 4* hotel property. By comparison check out the Tim Boutique roof top pool. The Tim Boutique pool is nicer than D2's pool and Tim Boutique has pretty nice rooms for 60$/night. A good pool is a very important place to relax when in Pattaya because as everyone knows, the Pattaya beach is polluted.

2. The Marriott has a much better location and layout than D2. The Marriott has a 2nd hotel entrance / exit from the garden area directly onto Beach Road. I make use of it frequently both day and night. At night, I always take my girls back to my room via the garden entrance. It is very discreet. I just say hello to the guard and he salutes us as we enter. The guard is the only person we see when entering the premises. There is no need to enter through the lobby unless you want to.

3. Although expensive, the Marriott breakfast buffet has a huge offering of European, Chinese, and Indian dishes, fresh fruit, juices, and smoothies. D2's offering is not nearly as good.

D2 is the newer property, but I am not a fan of the franchise. I think it is way overpriced. I once stayed at the Chiang Mai D2 and was not impressed. Since I am not necessarily a fan of modernistic, minimalism, interior decoration, and really enjoy relaxing around a great pool, and do not have a lot of excess cash to burn, I prefer the Marriott hands down. When, however, I can't get the good rate at the Marriott for 3400bt due to booking demand, I am happy to stay at Tim Boutique and save some real money. D2 is just not on my list of preferred hotels in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=ProfetaPk; 1308124]Hi Greco,

For the hotel in Pattaya I would raccomend.

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

Between walking street and jomtien beach. Great location, brand new and the defenitily the place is GF.

Cheers[/QUOTE]Look's nice, but couldn't help but notice all the "places of interest" are of the gay variety. Not that there's anything wrong with it. If I can't walk to Walking Street, then it's too far for me, LOL.

[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo; 1310604]1. The pool / garden area is 100% nicer at the Marriott. There is no comparison in ambiance between the Marriott pool garden area and the D2. Considering the D2's price, their pool is a concrete rip off and not worthy of a 4* hotel property. By comparison check out the Tim Boutique roof top pool. The Tim Boutique pool is nicer than D2's pool and Tim Boutique has pretty nice rooms for 60$/night. A good pool is a very important place to relax when in Pattaya because as everyone knows, the Pattaya beach is polluted.

2. The Marriott has a much better location and layout than D2. The Marriott has a 2nd hotel entrance / exit from the garden area directly onto Beach Road. I make use of it frequently both day and night. At night, I always take my girls back to my room via the garden entrance. It is very discreet. I just say hello to the guard and he salutes us as we enter. The guard is the only person we see when entering the premises. There is no need to enter through the lobby unless you want to.

3. Although expensive, the Marriott breakfast buffet has a huge offering of European, Chinese, and Indian dishes, fresh fruit, juices, and smoothies. D2's offering is not nearly as good.

D2 is the newer property, but I am not a fan of the franchise. I think it is way overpriced. I once stayed at the Chiang Mai D2 and was not impressed. Since I am not necessarily a fan of modernistic, minimalism, interior decoration, and really enjoy relaxing around a great pool, and do not have a lot of excess cash to burn, I prefer the Marriott hands down. When, however, I can't get the good rate at the Marriott for 3400bt due to booking demand, I am happy to stay at Tim Boutique and save some real money. D2 is just not on my list of preferred hotels in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]This did it for me. I cancelled the room at D2 and ordred at Marriott instead. Turns out they have a Gulf of Siam view suite that is not listed on Booking. Com which I normally use. Thanks for the very useful feedback all of you! Love this forum!

By the way. My plane lands at 06. 00 Thai time. What would you say would be a realistic ETA at the Marriott?

Regards,

BJ

[QUOTE=Nixonbd;1310712]Look's nice, but couldn't help but notice all the "places of interest" are of the gay variety. Not that there's anything wrong with it. If I can't walk to Walking Street, then it's too far for me, LOL.[/QUOTE]Ah ah seen that, very true. They are only of that variety. Often web ad cintent, themes, refer to websites we often visit. Ooooops, does this mean that we both. LMAO? Undoubtedly the place has a certain orientation also from the main picture. What does that girl has to do in there? Each one his own. Mine is different.

By the way. My plane lands at 06. 00 Thai time. What would you say would be a realistic ETA at the Marriott?

If you pre book your taxi to pick you up, you could be easily be at the Marriot 08:30. The main delay factors are the airport immigration and baggage collection, they are not as efficient as Singapore or Korea but better than the UK by a long way. 1000 baht will get you a taxi to Pattaya going fast they can now do it in 1 hour 15 mins maybe quicker with a Lewis Hamilton wanabe.

May the force be with you.

[QUOTE=BambiJacobson; 1309404]On the map it looks like the Dusit is right next to the Marriott. I choose the Dusit because it looked newer and the rooms are bigger? The terrass Suite in Marriott is 54m² with a small bed 130-150 cm. In the Dusit its 80 m² and with a huge bed 181. 210 cm.

You are most definitively a more experienced visitor of Pats then me (since I have never been there) so I would really like it if you could elaborate why the Marriott is so superior.[/QUOTE]I see you changed to the Marriott.

Good move.

The pool may be the best in Pats. Very big with a great swim up bar.

It has a direct connection to Beach Road.

Also connected to a mall with shops and resturants

The girls love this place.

Ask for a room as high floor as possible.

Gents,

I've narrowed down my hotel search to Dusit D2 and Tim Boutique. Which would you choose and why?

Thanks

Its probably been mentioned here allot, But the Greenery house is a great deal and a nice place for cheap. It was around 650 when I was there last. Its a bit of a walk to Walking Street, cause the Baht taxi rout doesn't really pass there. But if you have a bike, its perfect. Its on Soi Bucaow by that open air market they have a couple times a week

[QUOTE=LukeSkyWanker; 1310825]If you pre book your taxi to pick you up, you could be easily be at the Marriot 08:30. The main delay factors are the airport immigration and baggage collection, they are not as efficient as Singapore or Korea but better than the UK by a long way. 1000 baht will get you a taxi to Pattaya going fast they can now do it in 1 hour 15 mins maybe quicker with a Lewis Hamilton wanabe.

May the force be with you.[/QUOTE]I never travel with luggage that has to be checked in, only hand luggage. A wheeled carry'on for my clothes and a small bag with a strap to have over my shoulder for my iPad and other stuff I want to have handy in the plane. That way I can step right out of the plane and skip all the fuss of waiting for my luggage which might be lost. I see there is an immigration line that people say take about 20-30 minutes though. Can't really circumvent that I guess.

Do you guys know the rules of what they allow you to bring into Thailand I terms of cigarettes? I smoke a special brand that is not available outside my country so I'd like to bring like 10-15 packets. Would that be a problem?

[QUOTE=BambiJacobson]Do you guys know the rules of what they allow you to bring into Thailand I terms of cigarettes? I smoke a special brand that is not available outside my country so I'd like to bring like 10-15 packets. Would that be a problem?[/QUOTE]A few seconds on Google found this official looking web site:

[url]http://www.thaiconsulatechicago.org/clate/cus-clear.html[/url]

It appears the limit is 200 cigarettes.

There are anecdotal reports on several travel sites that this is strictly enforced and that the fine for being over the limit is rather stiff.

Bunky

Has anyone recent experience of staying at Yensabai Condotel. A condo that's close the WS?

The rooms with kitchen, and a communal pool come in about 15k per month not including utilities which is a pretty good deal, so I am surprised there's not that much talk of it in the different forums on Pats. The only fishy thing I have read about it is of reports of people jumping to their deaths from balconies, and that the yensabai road isn't too safe. But that was written in the early 2000s.

So anyone got an update?

I first stayed at the Queen Victoria on Soi 6. I would have stayed there my entire trip (one month) if not for the lady in charge at the front desk. I was to switch rooms and the day before she says to me that I switch tomorrow, but not too early. I said OK. The next morning I wanted to wander off, but thought I should check to confirm the time I need to switch rooms. Initially it was to happen at noon. When I asked her about it, she raised her voice and rudely said I told you yesterday, didn't you listen to me? I don't remember what else the bimbo said as I walked away. I asked one of the other staff there if the manager was around and she said no, he comes in late on Sunday if he comes in at all.

I then go back to the lady who is at the front desk and tell her I will be checking out today before noon and I want my money back (I paid for the length of my stay). She then changed her voice and said I could have another room if I wanted. I said no that I was not going to be a paying customer and then have someone there be rude to me for no reason. She tried to convince me to stay, yet not apologizing for her rudeness. I told her I was leaving and would be out before noon and wanted my money. She got my money and I walked down to second Road and talked to the lady at Da taxi and arranged for a taxi to pick me up at 11:00. I had looked at several other hotels while I was at the QV, but just decided to stay there. I had the taxi take me to R-Con Residence.

I stayed at the R-Con Residence on Buakao. The room I had was 650 Baht / night. They have a monthly rate, but I didn't ask about it. My room was a good size room, but the bathroom was a bit small. The worse part for me was the light in the bathroom above the sink. If it had a brighter light I would have stayed there longer and I told them that. The in room safe had a key and was not the electronic type. That is another minus for me. I'm not into watching tv much, but there were no channels on the tv that were of interest to me.

I stayed several days at the Diana Dragon on Soi Diana. The room size was big enough and the light over the sink was good. The room was 650 Baht / day and that included breakfast. Unfortunately I only ate breakfast one time due to the french toast being cold, the potatoes were also not hot. This was a disappointment and not the same as it was when I ate there in March. The bathroom also had some odor.

I stayed at the R-Con Blue Ocean and discovered what a disaster this place is. They had a special on their web site as of May 15 for 990 Baht for a room. I was at the entertainment center next to it, so decided to go check on a room. They told me I could have a room for 700 Baht. I told them I would check in in two days.

They need to gut the place and redesign the plumbing system as there is a terrible sewer gas smell in the room quite often. I asked the lady at the front desk about it and she said discreetly as she looked around first, cheap charlie, as in poor design. She said all the rooms are like that. If anyone pays the regular price listed on their web site, they are crazy. The noise from the entertainment on both sides of the hotel is an issue, but nothing like this smell. I warned all the ladys about it before going to the room and all commented about it before they had left the next day. I would constantly be putting water in the floor drain in the bathroom to help stop any odors that may be coming from it due to syphonage from an improperly designed / installed plumbing system. I won't be back to this place.

The R-con Residence is the best of the places I stayed this trip and I would stay there again except I would get a lamp or something so I can see better at the sink. I don't like shaving in dim light. The R-con Blue Ocean and Residence are different ownership according to a lady that worked at both places.

I only stayed there one night myself. The staff were pretty cool in my opinion and I would stay there again. Of course I'm not defending the rudeness you encountered. That is not excusable and she knows it was her mouth that cost them that income. Quite stupid really to treat customers like that.

By the way, did you meet the Brit who owns it? Nice guy. He helped me out when I didn't want to provide credit card to secure my booking. Ended up Western union him the balance. Even got some change!

[QUOTE=Hatguy; 1317346]I only stayed there one night myself. The staff were pretty cool in my opinion and I would stay there again. Of course I'm not defending the rudeness you encountered. That is not excusable and she knows it was her mouth that cost them that income. Quite stupid really to treat customers like that.

By the way, did you meet the Brit who owns it? Nice guy. He helped me out when I didn't want to provide credit card to secure my booking. Ended up Western union him the balance. Even got some change![/QUOTE]I never met the owner, but I always liked the QV. I stayed there at least part of my time in Pattaya during my 3 trips there. I don't think I will be back. There are a lot of other hotels. The R-Con Residence has bigger and much nicer rooms for the same money and they have an elevator. Casa De Lobos on Soi Honey has some decent rooms in the same price range.

[QUOTE=Hobbyist2;1317662]I never met the owner, but I always liked the QV. I stayed there at least part of my time in Pattaya during my 3 trips there. I don't think I will be back. There are a lot of other hotels. The R-Con Residence has bigger and much nicer rooms for the same money and they have an elevator. Casa De Lobos on Soi Honey has some decent rooms in the same price range.[/QUOTE]The only thing I didn't like with the Queen Vic was not their fault. There were a bunch of ladyboys hanging around the street where you enter after hours on the fire escape. They didn't bother me but it was uncomfortable.

All this talk of Pattaya makes me wish I was drinking a beer and playing pool down there in Willys Hangout. If it is still there that is.

One thing I didn't mention about R-Con Blue is that the bathroom sink was partially plugged all the time I was there. I mentioned it to the front desk lady at least three times and she said she would tell the maid. The maid would clean around the drain opening, which did no good at all. I could run maybe a pint of water and it would start backing up. I told the front desk that they need a plumber not the maid to fix it. The trap was most likely the problem. I would have fixed it myself, but I was afraid the gasket could be damaged and I didn't have one to replace it with. I also asked for a light bulb that was missing, but never got that either. I thought about buying one, but never did.

[QUOTE=Xfactors; 1254230]Sabai Lodge seems to have nice rooms starting at 850 baht.

[url]http://www.sabailodge.co.th/location.html[/url]

[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.9466272&lon=100.8871508&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url][/QUOTE]Thank you! For taking the trouble and the posts informative.

[QUOTE=Hobbyist2;1318373]One thing I didn't mention about R-Con Blue is that the bathroom sink was partially plugged all the time I was there. I mentioned it to the front desk lady at least three times and she said she would tell the maid. The maid would clean around the drain opening, which did no good at all. I could run maybe a pint of water and it would start backing up. I told the front desk that they need a plumber not the maid to fix it. The trap was most likely the problem. I would have fixed it myself, but I was afraid the gasket could be damaged and I didn't have one to replace it with. I also asked for a light bulb that was missing, but never got that either. I thought about buying one, but never did.[/QUOTE]Looks like this is a place to give up on? Either they don't know what you are talking about or they have a slum lord mentality? But if you plan on staying don't worry about a gasket. Next time just go to 7/11 and get yourself a packet of drain opener, crystal form, cost is about 35 baht. Turn the tap on and let the water back up some let it drain until it stops and then pour the crystal packet in the drain and in a second or so problem will be solved. Works everytime! As for the light bulb yes get one or move out of the dump?

LBM

[QUOTE=LovingAsia; 1314640]Has anyone recent experience of staying at Yensabai Condotel. A condo that's close the WS?

The rooms with kitchen, and a communal pool come in about 15k per month not including utilities which is a pretty good deal, so I am surprised there's not that much talk of it in the different forums on Pats. The only fishy thing I have read about it is of reports of people jumping to their deaths from balconies, and that the yensabai road isn't too safe. But that was written in the early 2000s.

So anyone got an update?[/QUOTE]I stayed at Yensabai Condotel recently. In the room the link shows: [url]http://www.yensabaipattaya.com/property-detail.php?id_property=84[/url]

The rental was 14. 500 Baht for 1 month. And I think the price was very good, as I stayed there 27 days. I paid also some baht for electricity and water. I recommend definetely Yensabai Condotel.

Yensabai has also some cheaper rooms to stay (They call those cheaper rooms as "Mansion"). First I stayed in a "Mansion", but I couldn't like to be there, so I moved to a Condotel. Avoid Yensabai "Mansion". But stay at a Condotel. And enjoy your time in Pattaya.

Cheers!

Has anyone stayed at Tim Boutique lately? How was it?

[QUOTE=Kim Wheather; 1318819]I stayed at Yensabai Condotel recently. In the room the link shows:

[url]http://www.yensabaipattaya.com/property-detail.php?id_property=84[/url]

The rental was 14. 500 Baht for 1 month. And I think the price was very good, as I stayed there 27 days. I paid also some baht for electricity and water. I recommend definetely Yensabai Condotel.

Yensabai has also some cheaper rooms to stay (They call those cheaper rooms as "Mansion"). First I stayed in a "Mansion", but I couldn't like to be there, so I moved to a Condotel. Avoid Yensabai "Mansion". But stay at a Condotel. And enjoy your time in Pattaya.

Cheers![/QUOTE]Who did you go through?

I contacted them and was told a 6 month contract was necessary.
One month rent plus one month rent deposit required.
Otherwise, it is 950 a day.

Doing my own research and have found decent and moderately priced hotels in the major cities. But I got to figure out which are the safer ones, for non thai of course, which is looking to be quite the task.

I'll be hitting you guys up for suggestions a little later, if you don't mind.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss; 1319092]Who did you go through?

I contacted them and was told a 6 month contract was necessary.

One month rent plus one month rent deposit required.

Otherwise, it is 950 a day.[/QUOTE]

Obviously we are not speaking about the same place.

Be aware, that Yensabai have many condotels to different prices. My guess is that they inform you about the condotel which is 78 squaremeter: http://www.yensabaipattaya.com/property-detail.php?id_property=87

[QUOTE=Prime2;1319263]Doing my own research and have found decent and moderately priced hotels in the major cities.[/QUOTE]Nice work. The forum escaped from to be flooded on questions about hotel issues.

[QUOTE=Prime2;1319263]But I got to figure out which are the safer ones, for non thai of course, which is looking to be quite the task.[/QUOTE]In my very beginning visit I appeared straight to Udonthani, the north east town of Thailand. Later on I have visited BKK, pattya etc prime points. Last couple of years (Even in period of red shirt movement) I never found any unsafe situation in Thailand. Just you need to stay with in touristic neighborhood.

Like any other city if you like to invite troubles, or try to stupid things, might be you are in problem. You need to know how to play safe.

Staying at the above, nice hotel.

Would I return, probably not as too far from the action seem to spend all the time on the Baht busses.

Room is very good but I miss a jucuzzi or bath to throw them in.

May the force be with you.

[QUOTE=Mua Tur;1319673](...) I never found any unsafe situation in Thailand. Just you need to stay with in touristic neighborhood.[/QUOTE]I have been to many places in Thailand, many off the beaten track and where I was the only farang tourist around. Never felt unsafe, in or out of the hotel. Last week I was in Geneva for a few days. I had dinner in a Thai restaurant near the main station. After dinner I took a stroll around on my way back to my hotel. There were many streets I was looked at by loitering men as if they were calculating their chances to rob me (or worse). Nothing actually bad happened, but it was the atmosphere that felt unsafe and this was in Geneva, Switzerland, which anyone would consider very safe.

Forgot to mention I need WIFI in my room, the Holiday inn charges 650 baht a day which really sucks. I am a Platinum member so sometimes it is free but in Pattaya they charge. You can get free wifi in the lobby but not convenient and everybody can see your logged onto ISG.

The LK Empress looks really nice and as I have stayed at both the renaissance and metropole I expect it will be just as good and girl friendly.

May the force be with you.

I would recommend LK Empress from many reasons (no, I am just a satisfied guest nothing else). Great location at the Beach Road, very girlfriendly (the only time I got reaction from the staff was when I walked in alone) , fair price (ca 2500bht per night) , WIFI, very fast, incl in the price. Even have a Mini Mart located at the hotel. Very convenient when your new girl need some night snack. And it is clean and quite modern.

I liked it and I am fairly picky even if I just drink, sleep and fuck in the room.

[QUOTE=LukeSkyWanker; 1326004]Forgot to mention I need WIFI in my room, the Holiday inn charges 650 baht a day which really sucks. I am a Platinum member so sometimes it is free but in Pattaya they charge. You can get free wifi in the lobby but not convenient and everybody can see your logged onto ISG.

The LK Empress looks really nice and as I have stayed at both the renaissance and metropole I expect it will be just as good and girl friendly.

May the force be with you.[/QUOTE]The Empress is really good. I will see you there in 2 weeks. The only problem is they sent a massage girl to the room at 4AM by mistake. I chased her away 2 times. My girlfriend chased her the third time and she finally understood her mistake. I don't know why a 4 star hotel in Pattaya has to supply women? These guys must be total dorks.

[QUOTE=Hobbyist2;1318373]One thing I didn't mention about R-Con Blue is that the bathroom sink was partially plugged all the time I was there. I mentioned it to the front desk lady at least three times and she said she would tell the maid. The maid would clean around the drain opening, which did no good at all. I could run maybe a pint of water and it would start backing up. I told the front desk that they need a plumber not the maid to fix it. The trap was most likely the problem. I would have fixed it myself, but I was afraid the gasket could be damaged and I didn't have one to replace it with. I also asked for a light bulb that was missing, but never got that either. I thought about buying one, but never did.[/QUOTE]I'm a bit confused about the internet access for the hotel rooms, I understand there is no free Wi-Fi in the rooms, but do the rooms have internet access thru Ethernet outlet? I was planning to bring a tablet which does not have a Ethernet port, so I might need to bring the notebook instead. I rather bring the tablet, its lighter and smaller, much easier to carry around.

Thanks in advance for the reply!

[QUOTE=Gaolei;1326099]The Empress is really good. I will see you there in 2 weeks. The only problem is they sent a massage girl to the room at 4AM by mistake. I chased her away 2 times. My girlfriend chased her the third time and she finally understood her mistake. I don't know why a 4 star hotel in Pattaya has to supply women? These guys must be total dorks.[/QUOTE]Maybe she was hoping your little bro had a change of mind, of course when your GF told her, she got a clue.

I'm looking for a hotel in the $50 price range (during the off-season) that is within walking distance of the nightlife and that has some sort of a fitness center (nothing fancy, but I'm thinking a bench press, squat rack, and some free weights). Any recommendations? Thanks for your help. Hotel report to follow later this month regardless of where I end up staying.

[QUOTE=Xiphoris;1333835]I'm looking for a hotel in the $50 price range (during the off-season) that is within walking distance of the nightlife and that has some sort of a fitness center (nothing fancy, but I'm thinking a bench press, squat rack, and some free weights). Any recommendations? Thanks for your help. Hotel report to follow later this month regardless of where I end up staying.[/QUOTE]Perhaps somewhat over your 50 USD price (more like 70 USD) is Citadines Sukhumvit 23. Walking distance from Soi Cowboy and one stop on the skytrain from Nana. The street is full of massage shops as well. They actually rent little studios, so the rooms are bigger than a standard hotel room and you get a little kitchen as well. Get some frozen food from the 7-11, microwave it and you save on the restaurant bills. The top floor has a small but nice swimming pool and a gym with just the equipment you mentioned.

Of course the hotel is totally guest-friendly and the girls at reception do not bat an eyelid when you walk in with a different guest every night. But make sure your room has a double bed and not twin beds. The bed is actually of quite good quality and withstood well all our acrobatics. ;)

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht;1333915]Walking distance from Soi Cowboy and one stop on the skytrain from Nana.[/QUOTE]Doesn't help at all if the BM is indead looking for a room in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=Xiphoris;1333835]I'm looking for a hotel in the $50 price range (during the off-season) that is within walking distance of the nightlife and that has some sort of a fitness center (nothing fancy, but I'm thinking a bench press, squat rack, and some free weights). Any recommendations? Thanks for your help. Hotel report to follow later this month regardless of where I end up staying.[/QUOTE]Baywalk Residence has rooms starting at $64, 5 minute walk to WS, free wifi (sometimes a tad slow) , workout room, no guest hassles.

[QUOTE=Zauberfee;1333937]Doesn't help at all if the BM is indead looking for a room in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]Silly me. I would have sworn I was in the Bangkok Hotels thread.

Anyone there now that can comment on the construction noise on Soi 10? How bad is it? What hotels are affected? How long will the construction last, etc?

Thanks!

Any recent reviews on this hotel? How are the Seaview rooms both old and refurbished?

Thanks!

[QUOTE=Monopoly;1334776]Anyone there now that can comment on the construction noise on Soi 10? How bad is it?[/QUOTE]The photographs I've seen recently appear to show Soi 10 has been repaved all the way from Beach Road to Second Road. So as far as I can tell, the project to dig up the street and install storm drains is finished. Be advised, however, that the beer bar complex at the southwest corner of Soi 10 and Second Road is rather loud. There are two live bands most nights, and they really crank the tunes. So if you're staying at the Page 10 hotel, and your room is on the south side of the building, you're going to be disturbed by the racket until the beer bar shuts down in the wee hours.

Bunky

The only construction on Soi 10 is by the BR end across from Imperial Residence. They are building what may be another hotel there and you can hear the thumping and banging as you pass by but the Soi is open for unrestricted driving and walking.

After 5 years in Asia, I'm going to Pattaya for the first time. Since it'll only be for 3 days, could you advise on a good hotel right in the middle of the fun? If possible with Jacuzzi and decent service. ($$ is not so much of an issue. Seems like every hotel is cheaper than the decent hotels in Angeles / Manila)

[QUOTE=Lala Bay;1339348]A, could you advise on a good hotel right in the middle of the fun?[/QUOTE]Page 10.

Sea Me Spring.

Sea Me Spring 2.

August Suites.

LK Renaissance

[QUOTE=Lala Bay;1339348]After 5 years in Asia, I'm going to Pattaya for the first time. Since it'll only be for 3 days, could you advise on a good hotel right in the middle of the fun? If possible with Jacuzzi and decent service. ($$ is not so much of an issue. Seems like every hotel is cheaper than the decent hotels in Angeles / Manila)[/QUOTE]Guess you're looking for a fun hotel.

Best would be to do a Google search for "jacuzzi hotel Pattaya" without the quotes.

Ignore the top links with yellow background as they're simply paid ads.

Start from the first one in organic results.

All in all, several fun places in Pattaya, make sure to ignore the ones full of families.

I had previously found a list on [url]www.pattayajacuzzi.com[/url] Too.

DS

The above is 900 bhat / night, on soi 13.

I've booked a few nights for next week so can't comment on the quality yet.

It has two decent sized pools and seemed to be empty.

I used to stay there but the prices went up 100 Baht each year that I did. Last February they quoted me 1, 000-1, 100 Baht / night (depending whether I wanted the old or new wing) , and I am pretty sure that they only have one pool. They also do not furnish any drinking water, and charge you extra if you drink any that is in the room. I also like to have a balcony and only the multi-room suites have them at the AA Rez; other then that, I always found the place clean and the staff very friendly, and the location is very good.

[QUOTE=JimboJ; 1339528]The above is 900 bhat / night, on soi 13.

I've booked a few nights for next week so can't comment on the quality yet.

It has two decent sized pools and seemed to be empty.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Lala Bay]Could you advise on a good hotel right in the middle of the fun? If possible with Jacuzzi and decent service.[/QUOTE][url]Http://www.dusit.com/dusit-d2/dusitd2-baraquda-pattaya.html[/url]

LOCATION: Central Pattaya. East side of Second Road at Soi 13/2 (aka Soi Post Office) next door to The Avenue shopping complex. Steps to the up-and-coming naughty boy scene on Soi LK Metro. Very short walk to Beach Road, even if you're a lazy tosser like me! From there you can catch a southbound baht bus to Walking Street. If you fancy the Soi 6 experience, catch a baht bus headed north on Second Road and you'll be there in minutes.

JACUZZI: Book a Studio Suite Room, which has a freestanding jacuzzi right in the middle of the bedroom. Photos attached.

SERVICE ETC: This place isn't a big punter hangout, but it is certainly girl-friendly. Staff is young and hip and pleasant. Pool doesn't get a lot of sun because it's in a courtyard surrounded by the structure. But it's a nice place to chill. Didn't eat the free breakfast, so I can't vouch for the quality.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Indy Tourist;1339919]I used to stay there but the prices went up 100 Baht each year that I did. Last February they quoted me 1, 000-1, 100 Baht / night (depending whether I wanted the old or new wing) , and I am pretty sure that they only have one pool. They also do not furnish any drinking water, and charge you extra if you drink any that is in the room. I also like to have a balcony and only the multi-room suites have them at the AA Rez; other then that, I always found the place clean and the staff very friendly, and the location is very good.[/QUOTE]It has 2 pools. 1,000 Baht and you want free water. Water at 7/11 is only 14 BT a liter.

I spent 8 nights at the Areca Lodge: 7 in a Superior Deluxe room and 1 in a Superior room. The locations is great: right next to Soi LK Metro which has plenty of beer bars to chill in the afternoon and plenty of gogo bars to visit early evening before heading down to Walking Street. The rooms are of decent size, very clean, and overall quite nice for $60 / night. Judging solely from the room quality, I would stay at the Areca again. There are 2 pools and 2 exercise rooms. The exercise rooms are some of the worst I've seen at hotels, but the pools are nice. Free breakfast with a good selection is included in the room rate. The hotel is GF, but beware of their 20 and over policy. If you want to pick up 18 and 19-year-olds, DO NOT STAY HERE. I found out about their policy when I brought a 19-year-old cutie from Bacarra one night. I tried everything to get her to my room, from offering baht to talking to the manager to trying to register the girl as a hotel guest: nothing worked. In the end, I had to book a terrible room at a hotel across the street for that night. After that experience, I always asked the girls how old they were and actually paid attention to their answer. Which brings me to the next lesson I learned in Pattaya: do not believe Thai girls when they tell you how old they are; always check their IDs. After my Bacarra experience, I picked up 2 other girls: they both told me they were over 20, only to find out when they presented their IDs at the hotel that they were 19. To sum it all up: great room quality for the Superior Deluxe room, but do not stay here if you want 18 and 19-year-old. And if you stay here, check the girl's I'd before bringing her to the hotel.

[quote=canyon;1177187]has anyone stayed at the sheraton pattaya? it looks great on the website-nice gardens, right on the ocean, wonderful rooms. i'm looking for something at the high-end that is guest-friendly and not too far from the action, but far enough away so as to be quiet at night. the one concern i had about the sheraton is that it looks like it's quite a ways from all the action.[/quote]this earlier post on sheraton is still relevant, and i agree completely:

[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?1875-pattaya-hotels&p=613144&highlight=sheraton#post613144[/url]

if you don't have a vehicle: the hotel is about 30 minutes walk from walking street. the baht buses want anywhere from 200-300 baht to go to the sheraton from walking street, the lowest i was able to negotiate was 100 baht. note: the meter taxi rate from sheraton to walking street is about 40 baht, but good luck getting the meter turned on. [i've found if i pick up a taxi east of sukhumvit road they will turn the meter on, west of the road you are in the tourist price distortion vortex]. the hotel has a shuttle every 2 hours to central mall, they will drop you off where-ever you like along the route but only pick up at central mall. using any of these options deposits you at the entrance of the hotel with your guest: the hotel is built on a hill, with the lobby set back in a circular driveway and a service road going down the north side; you can bypass the lobby [and i did every time for easier access], but the gate guards will discretely take the i'd of any thai guest you bring past them at night. [of course no joiner fee]

summery: its not very convenient to walking street, not a great location for short time girls, some of the girls were worried it was too far and if there would be any motorbikes / taxis to take them home after. [there is always something sitting in front of the hotel, baht bus, motor-bike, even a meter taxi, if not the guards will call. expect to be quoted incredibly high rates, which will bounce back to reasonable when you start walking down the road. had a baht bus watch me walk about 300 feet till i was out of sight then come and pick me up for my offered rate].

the hotel itself is tip top, i wouldn't recommend any of the rooms around the swimming pools [why be so far away from the action just to let rambunctious children interrupt your sleep], if you already have your companionship sorted out its a great place to be. internet speed is decent but nothing special, almost enough to stream a video on youtube without buffering.

prices: i stayed for 3500 baht / night with the stay 2 get the 3rd night free special. upgraded [frequent guest program] to the villas on the beach.

mini-bar prices: a crime against humanity, one of my companions consumed more then her bar-fine when i was in the shower.

[QUOTE=Indy Tourist;1339919]I used to stay there but the prices went up 100 Baht each year that I did. Last February they quoted me 1, 000-1, 100 Baht / night (depending whether I wanted the old or new wing) , and I am pretty sure that they only have one pool. They also do not furnish any drinking water, and charge you extra if you drink any that is in the room. I also like to have a balcony and only the multi-room suites have them at the AA Rez; other then that, I always found the place clean and the staff very friendly, and the location is very good.[/QUOTE]They charged me 30 baht for two bottles of water when I checked out. But at 900 a night I could afford it.

The hotel. And its TWO pools. Was almost empty. No problem with short time guests, as long as they had I'd's.

The condition generally shabby, but everything works. Basic buffet breakfast for 110, which I only tried once.

[QUOTE=Null Avenger;1340886]Mini-bar prices: A crime against humanity, one of my companions consumed more then her bar-fine when I was in the shower.[/QUOTE]The gogo girl and I consumed almost all once. I went out and bought most of the stuff from 7/11 and refilled it. Easy!

Regards,

A

[QUOTE=Xiphoris;1340812]Which brings me to the next lesson I learned in Pattaya: do not believe Thai girls when they tell you how old they are; always check their IDs. After my Bacarra experience, I picked up 2 other girls: they both told me they were over 20, only to find out when they presented their IDs at the hotel that they were 19. To sum it all up: great room quality for the Superior Deluxe room, but do not stay here if you want 18 and 19-year-old. And if you stay here, check the girl's I'd before bringing her to the hotel.[/QUOTE]And the next lesson is that Thai girls usually quote their age as their next birthday. So a 19-yo will say she is 20, etc. Of course, as they become familiar with farang ways, they realise that we find that confusing, and start using the Western system. So as you say if in doubt, especially around the younger ages, then check the girls' ID.

I am on some course of medication and need to mostly avoid food from outside. Can anyone suggest good hotels right in the middle of action (close to soi 6, beach road) , which has a Microwave and little more facilities for basic cooking? $$ not a issue.

I found Pattaya Bay Resort has basic cooking options in thier Deluxe rooms and above? Any other suggestions?

Regards,

A

[QUOTE=Alpanico; 1344875]I am on some course of medication and need to mostly avoid food from outside. Can anyone suggest good hotels right in the middle of action (close to soi 6, beach road) , which has a Microwave and little more facilities for basic cooking? $$ not a issue.

I found Pattaya Bay Resort has basic cooking options in thier Deluxe rooms and above? Any other suggestions?

Regards,

A[/QUOTE]The LK chain is reasonable, great room, good breakfast and basic kitchen. I stayed at the LK Empress on Beach road. Excellent location!

[QUOTE=Alpanico; 1344875]I am on some course of medication and need to mostly avoid food from outside. Can anyone suggest good hotels right in the middle of action (close to soi 6, beach road) , which has a Microwave and little more facilities for basic cooking? $$ not a issue.

I found Pattaya Bay Resort has basic cooking options in thier Deluxe rooms and above? Any other suggestions?

Regards,

A[/QUOTE]The below hotel have kitchens, they are only a few minutes walk to soi 6

Amari Nova Suites.

Nova Park Executive Serviced Apartment.

At Mind Serviced Residence Pattaya

[QUOTE=Alpanico;1344875]I am on some course of medication and need to mostly avoid food from outside... ...which has a Microwave and little more facilities for basic cooking?...[/QUOTE]If you are on a diet for health reasons, the first thing I would stay away from is a microwave.

[QUOTE=Tiger 888;1345195]If you are on a diet for health reasons, the first thing I would stay away from is a microwave.[/QUOTE]Thanks Tiger, What I really wish to stay away now is red meat, oily and spicy food. So microwave is good.

Thanks Ej2208, Gaolei. I will look into what you suggested.

Regards,

A

Staying at the View Talay 6 for a few days in December. My first time in Pattaya. If anybody has stayed there Is this a good place to stay. I. E. Location wise? I booked through dancewatchers which now I think may have been a mistake. From advice read on the forum I won't really have plans but any advice about the area from would be much appreciated.

Thanks bros.

I always stay in VT 6. Have been for the last three years and will be back in three weeks. I use to book through Dance Watchers but do not any more. For me the location is great. One can hop the bt bus to W / S or walk to Soi 7/8 or hop the bt bus up to Soi6. Central Plaza is right next door. Lots of places to eat, lots of eye candy, great movie theater. So for me the location is great. But it is a 'each to their own'.

[QUOTE=Intlluv; 1346437]Staying at the View Talay 6 for a few days in December. My first time in Pattaya. If anybody has stayed there Is this a good place to stay. I. E. Location wise? I booked through dancewatchers which now I think may have been a mistake. From advice read on the forum I won't really have plans but any advice about the area from would be much appreciated.

Thanks bros.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Intlluv; 1346437]Staying at the View Talay 6 for a few days in December. My first time in Pattaya. If anybody has stayed there Is this a good place to stay. I. E. Location wise? I booked through dancewatchers which now I think may have been a mistake. From advice read on the forum I won't really have plans but any advice about the area from would be much appreciated.

Thanks bros.[/QUOTE]The thing about Pattaya and mistakes is that they go hand in hand. It is inevtiable and it doesn't matter if it is your 1st trip or your tenth. The area is OK. Good for Soi 7 and Soi 8. Not too far from Soi 6. And, not to far from the much malinged Soi 13/4. Home of the PHouse. If you have time take a look. You might like it.

[QUOTE=Mouse1;1344844]And the next lesson is that Thai girls usually quote their age as their next birthday. So a 19-yo will say she is 20, etc. Of course, as they become familiar with farang ways, they realise that we find that confusing, and start using the Western system. So as you say if in doubt, especially around the younger ages, then check the girls' ID.[/QUOTE]How can you read the info of the Thai IDs (it's not written with an Asian alphabet)?

[QUOTE=JimboJ; 1344353]They charged me 30 baht for two bottles of water when I checked out. But at 900 a night I could afford it.

The hotel. And its TWO pools. Was almost empty. No problem with short time guests, as long as they had I'd's.

The condition generally shabby, but everything works. Basic buffet breakfast for 110, which I only tried once.[/QUOTE]Some hotels have a list of items placed in the room. Problem is they check and replenish daily charging you on check out.

So it is kind of hard to replenish every day from 7-11.

I heard if you request the hotel to take all the items off during your stay they will do that. I have not tried that.

How to tell the girl not to take that drink or chocolate after she gives you good sex?

[QUOTE=Sammon;1346936]How to tell the girl not to take that drink or chocolate after she gives you good sex?[/QUOTE]Sammon,

I usually stop off at a 7/11 shop on the way back to my hotel with my new 'Playmate. '

You can then buy drinks & snacks (and CONDOMS, if you need them) at reasonable prices AND make sure you have the correct notes for payment plus a little tip if deserved.

It works for me!

Hotman.

[QUOTE=IAlvsg;1346922]How can you read the info of the Thai IDs (it's not written with an Asian alphabet)?[/QUOTE]Not to mention the date is expressed in Buddhist calendar, not gregorian. Need to be thai or well aware on how to read the birthday.

[QUOTE=IAlvsg;1346922]How can you read the info of the Thai IDs (it's not written with an Asian alphabet)?[/QUOTE]If the Thai Alphabet is not an Asian one, what do you consider it to be?

[QUOTE=Sammon; 1346936]Some hotels have a list of items placed in the room. Problem is they check and replenish daily charging you on check out.

So it is kind of hard to replenish every day from 7-11.

I heard if you request the hotel to take all the items off during your stay they will do that. I have not tried that.

How to tell the girl not to take that drink or chocolate after she gives you good sex?[/QUOTE]Just empty the refrigerator and stash the bottles etc. In the closet or wherever. You can tell the maid, they don't care. Some of the stock is not available in a 7/11. Use the refrigerator for your water, etc. If a chick wants candy give her 20 baht and tell her to get it at 7/11

[QUOTE=Bionicman;1346951]Not to mention the date is expressed in Buddhist calendar, not gregorian. Need to be thai or well aware on how to read the birthday.[/QUOTE]I believe all Thai I'd cards produced the last four-five years have the name written in both Thai and Latin script. The date of birth is likewise written both using the Buddhist era counting (Thai script) and Christian era counting (Latin script).

[QUOTE=Tiger 888;1346961]If the Thai Alphabet is not an Asian one, what do you consider it to be?[/QUOTE]Of course I consider the Thai alphabet as an Asian one. My question was more in the following sense: that's written in Thai, isn't it (not an occidental alphabet)? So how can you read it?

[QUOTE=Bionicman;1346951]Not to mention the date is expressed in Buddhist calendar, not gregorian. Need to be thai or well aware on how to read the birthday.[/QUOTE]Well. I imagine that the best solution is to ask the hotel reception to check it?

For gosh sakes. How hard can it be to subtract their birth year, if it is in the Thai Calendar format on the Identity card, from 2555 which is 2012. And there you have the age. So say the Identity card says 2538. SO 2555 minus 2538 equals 17 years old. Jail bait.

[QUOTE=IAlvsg; 1347079]Of course I consider the Thai alphabet as an Asian one. My question was more in the following sense: that's written in Thai, isn't it (not an occidental alphabet)? So how can you read it?

Well. I imagine that the best solution is to ask the hotel reception to check it?[/QUOTE]

Jgm005, I don't say that it's hard. I was just asking a question.

Thanks for the info.

[QUOTE]Can anyone suggest good hotels right in the middle of action (close to Soi 6, Beach road), with a microwave and little more facilities for basic cooking? Price not an issue.[/QUOTE]I can HIGHLY recommend the Whitehouse Condotel on Soi 13. The location is just superb, convenient to everything, but on a quiet little street. It's a smaller property with a very relaxed vibe.

Book the Deluxe *SUITE* Room and you'll get a one bedroom layout that's about 60 square meters. There is a proper kitchen, with electric cook top, full size refrigerator, pots, pans, glasses, dishware, utensils and LOADS of storage. The Whitehouse Condotel is also very close to a nice little supermarket, which is in The Avenue shopping complex on the east side of Second Road opposite the intersection with Soi 13. This is a modern, clean market selling all manner of food. The produce section is particularly well stocked.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bunky;1347539]I can HIGHLY recommend the Whitehouse Condotel on Soi 13.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the info. Thier website says one person per room. It means no joiners? Or extra fee?

Regards,

A

If you bring back two or more, and they see you, which they will for the front desk is right there than there is a extra fee. Bringing one lady back.

There is no extra fee.

[QUOTE=Alpanico; 1347570]Thanks for the info. Thier website says one person per room. It means no joiners? Or extra fee?

Regards,

A[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Alpanico;1347570]Their website says one person per room. It means no joiners? Or extra fee?[/QUOTE]Actually, the web site says "one MAN per room." As I noted in my previous post, the Whitehouse Condotel is a smaller property with a quiet atmosphere. Most of the condos there are used by their owners when they come to Pattaya, and remain vacant the rest of the time. (These are the units on the upper floors. The rental units are on the lower floors.) The clientele features lots of golfers, who tend to get up early before heading out for a day on the links. The dining room is crowded at 0800, which is a rarity in a party town like Pattaya. You can always find a seat at the pool. It's the exact opposite of a big chain hotel like the Marriott.

That said, I know from personal experience that punters are welcome. I suspect they prefer you be discrete about it, but bringing a single girl back to your room is not a problem. There is a security guard at the door almost constantly, the lobby is small and you'll have to walk past the desk to reach the lift or the stairs. So your girl will definitely be required to present an identification card. But there is no joiner fee for a single girl. The desk did *not* call me when short time girls left. I suppose you could request that service.

Don't know why the web site emphasizes the "one MAN per room" policy. Perhaps it is because the rooms only have one bed. In other places a suite often comes with a sofa bed in the living room. But not at the Whitehouse. Or maybe they've had trouble in the past with Cheap Charlies who rent a single room and then cram multiple guys in there. Again, it's a low key place and that type of behavior is unwelcome.

Finally, a couple of points I neglected to make earlier. First, the Whitehouse Condotel is at the high end of the price range for hotels in central Pattaya. The deluxe SUITE room is 3000 baht per night. (The last time I stayed there, that included a modest breakfast.) Second, even though the suite has a wraparound terrace, don't expect a view. The buildings on either side are VERY close and the vistas are rather "industrial." If you look across the street you can see the Lek hotel pool and the famous buffet, home of the best scrambled eggs in town. The view from the rooftop pool includes the bay, however.

Bunky

I have stayed at and recommended the Whitehouse for years. It has the best location in town IMHO. 3 minute walk to Beach Road and 1 minute walk to 2nd Road and Avenue mall. You can catch a baht bus going in any direction with incredible ease. The included breakfast is modest but good and it it served late. I like the breakfast a lot. The hotel recently began calling my room after my girls left but they didn't do it every time. Wish they did. The showers in this hotel are excellent walk in showers big enough for two people.

I have concerns about the hotel now though. The superior and deluxe rooms, while large in size, are getting run down. Ants are a problem. The furniture is looking worn. The linen is old. The deluxe suites seem to have held up better since they are probably rented less frequently. At US $100 / night the deluxe suites are no longer a bargain. I rented them for several years and they are great but overpriced now.

I haven't tried Sea Me Spring and Sea Me Too but I will likely check them out on my next trip. Those hotels are similarly priced but they are modern and not run down. But I will sure miss the Whitehouse location on Soi 13.

If anybody has a newer, modern hotel in the B1500-B2200 range to recommend I would like to hear about it. I'm looking for a new place to stay.

The most common problem in the lodging industry. It's easy to build a shiny new hotel. But keeping it up is very difficult. The management has to really truly care about every last little detail. The staff needs to be adequate in number and possess the skills necessary to do what is needed. Every few years a total makeover is needed to keep the property fresh. All of this costs money and subtracts from the bottom line. Professional hoteliers get this done. But I see on the Whitehouse Condotel's web site that it operates as a sole proprietorship. This presents a HUGE challenge when it comes to upkeep. I suspect the operating margins just aren't fat enough to spend very much on betterments.

Currently the web site quotes the deluxe suites at 3000 baht per night. But earlier this year the web site was quoting 3400. That tells me the price increase didn't stick. The hotel can also be booked via Agoda. Last year you had to book directly with the hotel. Also, I see a couple of advertising videos on YouTube. They are very crude, but at least they're making an effort.

The 3000 baht price point is a tough one in Pattaya. For that kind of money travelers expect a premium experience. The "hard product" (case goods, linens, decor, bathrooms etc.) have to be of high quality. The "soft product" (front desk, food service, housekeepers etc.) have to be truly friendly and welcoming. It's very tough to get everything right, and even when you do the traveler says: "Meh. For that kinda dough I should expect no less!"

The "Sea Me" hotels on Soi 10 look nice from the outside, and they are newer than the Whitehouse. But they don't offer the big suite with kitchenette, which I like. I have stayed at the Page 10, also on Soi 10. Modern and hip and nice. I also like the location. Easy walk to Beach Road and Soi LK Metro. Easy baht bus to Soi Six. And if you cross Second Road and walk east on the unnamed soi that's immediately north of Soi Ten you can cut through a vacant lot and be very close to the night market on the west side of Soi Buakaow, opposite Soi 19, plus the fabulous Butcher's Arms Pub. Unfortunately, there is a beer bar complex on the southwest corner of Soi 10 and Second Road that is VERY loud. So the south-facing rooms at the Page 10 are very noisy indeed.

In the 1500 to 2000 baht range you can be close to the beach or stay in a newer property. But I don't think you can have both. The Diana Oasis in the Diana Estates complex has some nice new studios for rent in that price range, or even a little cheaper. They get good reviews on multiple boards.

Bunky

I stayed at the above hotel when it first opened, I am guessing now but I think it must have been around 10 years ago. It was a good hotel but I remember I only had a shower in my room no bath, they still send me emails about offers etc after 10 years.

Soi 13 is in my opinion about the best location you can get, easy walk between beach road and 2nd road close enough to Soi Diana and all it's entertainments, some good bars in the area. I have decided to make a list of the hotels I have stayed at over the years, here it is,

Diana inn; End of Soi Diana joining 2nd road, older hotel, restaurant was good The green bottle.

Dynasty inn; Soi 13 remember always paying 900 baht a night, nice but rooms had a funny smell.

Whitehouse condotel; Soi 13 good and friendly, golfing brigade appear to monopolize it now.

Sandy springs; Soi 13 impressive front door and always attended, very friendly and cosy pool.

Areca lodge; Soi Diana impressive frontage decent enough but didn't feel comfortable.

Sunshine hotel; Soi Buckao cheap and friendly very small pool good if you like walking.

LK Metropol; Soi Diana big hotel with larger rooms, used to like the blow job chair in the room.

Mercure; up towards north Pattaya, stayed 1 night checked out didn't like the setup, rooms were modern though.

LK Rennaisance; Soi Diana stayed here many times, quiet good wifi friendly staff, has a sauna.

Holiday inn; North Pattaya good views from room clean and efficient too far away from hunting grounds.

Eastiny inn; Soi 7 or 8? Older hotel with decent pool but used to be too noisy.

Sunshine residences; Soi 8 good size room very friendly staff small pool.

I am back in a couple of weeks and will probably remember more hotels I have stayed at as I wander round, anybody who wants more info on any of the above just ask, never had a hotel which isn't girl friendly. Remember once going back to the LK Metropol with a stunner, I had had too much to drink the reception asked her for I'd then gave me a funny look which woke me up a little, I had brought a lady boy back, honest I didn't know only blow jobs that night.

May the force be with you.

[QUOTE=LukeSkyWanker;1349562]snip . I had brought a lady boy back, honest I didn't know only blow [B][I]jobs[/I][/B] that night.[/QUOTE]You mean like his and "hers"?

No only his Mine!

I usually stay at the Marriott, but I stayed one night last trip at the Page 10 on Soi 10.

Very good location, nice and modern and breakfast was good. I recommmend it.

[QUOTE=LukeSkyWanker;1349562]Soi 13 is in my opinion about the best location you can get, easy walk between beach road and 2nd road close enough to Soi Diana and all it's entertainments, some good bars in the area. I have decided to make a list of the hotels I have stayed at over the years, here it is,[/QUOTE]Don't forget Double AA- full of roaches. Your right about Soi 13. Sandy Spring has a joining club that save 300 baht a night. Great internet too.

Does anyone know if Grand Sole Pattaya Beach is girl friendly?

Ya, it is. Or it wouldn't be in Pattaya. Make sure she has I'd though.

[QUOTE=Rick Rock;1354080]Does anyone know if Grand Sole Pattaya Beach is girl friendly?[/QUOTE]

Sadly no longer the case. Some of these places are now turning away girls bro. Especially with the influx of family vacationers.

[QUOTE=Bunky; 1347539]I can HIGHLY recommend the Whitehouse Condotel on Soi 13. The location is just superb, convenient to everything, but on a quiet little street. It's a smaller property with a very relaxed vibe.

Book the Deluxe *SUITE* Room and you'll get a one bedroom layout that's about 60 square meters. There is a proper kitchen, with electric cook top, full size refrigerator, pots, pans, glasses, dishware, utensils and LOADS of storage. The Whitehouse Condotel is also very close to a nice little supermarket, which is in The Avenue shopping complex on the east side of Second Road opposite the intersection with Soi 13. This is a modern, clean market selling all manner of food. The produce section is particularly well stocked.

Bunky[/QUOTE]Does this place have a gym / fitness centre? If not, does anyone know a place that has one (in and around the same prices range. 1500 / night)?

I'm looking for a hotel room with IN ROOM SAFE, no joiner problems, that's not too close to action.

When I want to sleep. I want it a little quiet.

I don't mind hopping on the Baht Bus to get there.

I'm currently staying in North Pattaya at the Woodlands Resort, but I'm getting kicked out tomorrow. They are booked solid.

I have RTFF going back a few months, but didn't see any in this criteria.

Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Nocbj4me

[QUOTE=NoCBJ4Me; 1354135]I'm looking for a hotel room with IN ROOM SAFE, no joiner problems, that's not too close to action.

When I want to sleep. I want it a little quiet.

I don't mind hopping on the Baht Bus to get there.

I'm currently staying in North Pattaya at the Woodlands Resort, but I'm getting kicked out tomorrow. They are booked solid.

I have RTFF going back a few months, but didn't see any in this criteria.

Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Nocbj4me[/QUOTE]

I always stay at Sandy Spring Hotel on Soi 13 between 2nd & Beach Road which meets all of your criteria except the safe / lock box which is at the front desk. I never had a problem. Very nice place for 1, 500.

[QUOTE=NoCBJ4Me; 1354135]I'm looking for a hotel room with IN ROOM SAFE, no joiner problems, that's not too close to action.

When I want to sleep. I want it a little quiet.[/QUOTE]Anything on SOI 13 should work for you, especially with respect to quiet. Inn house is good, no joiner fee for the first guest, front desk checks I'd, about 1500 / night.

[url]www.innhousegroup.com[/url]

[QUOTE=JohnnyVegas;1354139]I always stay at Sandy Spring Hotel on Soi 13 between 2nd & Beach Road which meets all of your criteria except the safe / lock box which is at the front desk. I never had a problem. Very nice place for 1, 500.[/QUOTE]I like the in room safe. Front desk boxes are a pain in the ass.

I really liked Nova Gold within walking of Soi 6. Their promo rate was only 1500 for one of the best rooms I've ever had. About 18 months ago. Today's rates I don't know.

Hi Folks,

The request this time is unusual, need to know mid range, family Hotel, where the guests are unwelcome or are not rampant as in walking street.

Thanks

[QUOTE=NoCBJ4Me;1354155]I like the in room safe. Front desk boxes are a pain in the ass.[/QUOTE]Keep any cash you don't want to carry in the front desk safe and insist on a receipt. Don't leave credit cards or any other non-pin secured plastic anywhere. Put a noisemaker in your room safe (try MBK, fourth floor) when you put your stuff in it and intend to sleep.

If a girl asks you to order drinks and gets you to take a shower after they come, get her to drink some of each and wait a while to see if she passes out. If she does, just get the staff to help get rid of her or she might call the cops on you.

Or not. I'm just sayin'.

[QUOTE=Naughty; 1355215]Keep any cash you don't want to carry in the front desk safe and insist on a receipt. Don't leave credit cards or any other non-pin secured plastic anywhere. Put a noisemaker in your room safe (try MBK, fourth floor) when you put your stuff in it and intend to sleep.

If a girl asks you to order drinks and gets you to take a shower after they come, get her to drink some of each and wait a while to see if she passes out. If she does, just get the staff to help get rid of her or she might call the cops on you.

Or not. I'm just sayin'.[/QUOTE]You must be kiddin'?

If you are that concerned (or paranoid) , why did you ever leave that safe place under your stairs and went out into this dangerous world of friendly ladies?

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht; 1355228]You must be kiddin'?

If you are that concerned (or paranoid) , why did you ever leave that safe place under your stairs and went out into this dangerous world of friendly ladies?[/QUOTE]

I speak from personal experience.

The unaware and unwary get devoured in Bangkok and Pattaya. And that's a fact!

[QUOTE=Naughty; 1355215]Keep any cash you don't want to carry in the front desk safe and insist on a receipt. Don't leave credit cards or any other non-pin secured plastic anywhere. Put a noisemaker in your room safe (try MBK, fourth floor) when you put your stuff in it and intend to sleep.

If a girl asks you to order drinks and gets you to take a shower after they come, get her to drink some of each and wait a while to see if she passes out. If she does, just get the staff to help get rid of her or she might call the cops on you.

Or not. I'm just sayin'.[/QUOTE]Sometimes(not often) have I passed out strange places in my rooms over the years often with freelancegirls (as I never do bargirls / go go`s) with my creditcards / cash floating around the place. As far as I know have no one taken anything. Maby someone snatched a bill but I would not believe so as the girls have waited me out and not left. One was cute enough to even bring me a pillow and had arranged that under my head when I was sleeping on the bathroom floor. When I woke up she was lying in bed sleeping.

This does not happen all the time ofcourse just some worst case scenarioes updates. Nothing to worry about. You can trust them all. But I would probably not try this with a drugged Beachwalker though, hehe.

[QUOTE=Naughty;1355264]I speak from personal experience.[/QUOTE]I cannot argue with your personal experience!

[QUOTE=Naughty;1355264]The unaware and unwary get devoured in Bangkok and Pattaya. And that's a fact![/QUOTE]I am not yet devoured. Does it mean the girls think I am not tasty?

[QUOTE=Wandere; 1355058]Hi Folks,

The request this time is unusual, need to know mid range, family Hotel, where the guests are unwelcome or are not rampant as in walking street.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Try this hotel, economical, quite far away from mongering, very much family friendly, quite compatible break fast, good rooms, train track is near by some times you are disturbed,

Eastern Grand Palace Hotel

99/1 Soi Khaotalo, Sukhumvit Road, Banglamoong, South Pattaya, Pattaya, Thailand.

Secondly

Lk empress on soi 10, guest friendly, yet I have seen lot of families too good hotel.

Enjoy

[QUOTE=Wandere; 1355058]Hi Folks,

The request this time is unusual, need to know mid range, family Hotel, where the guests are unwelcome or are not rampant as in walking street.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Most of the hotels in Jomtien will fit those criteria.

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht; 1355411]I cannot argue with your personal experience!

I am not yet devoured. Does it mean the girls think I am not tasty?[/QUOTE]I think people on holiday visits are more likely to be victimized as the criminals know that the victim will leave the country soon, and is likely to have second thoughts about reporting relatively minor property crimes that occured when they themselves were partaking in a (marginally) criminal activity.

I have been the victim of several such crimes over the years and I'm quite certain that this type of crime happens far more often than ever gets reported. When I visit LOS now, I follow the suggestions I made for others. I haven't been victimised since I began doing these things, but that doesn't mean it will never happen again. Few things are certain in life.

Be careful. It CAN happen to you. Please forgive me for the off topic posts. I'm done.

This time last year I stayed at Jasmine Hotel on Soi BJ. Well, I'm going there again. It seems the prices haven't changed much which is good. The only thing being the cheaper rooms are sold out. Like the hotel. Not having to travel on baht busses etc makes it perfect for me.

However, I'm open to suggestions for cheaper places. Anyone got their favourites?

[QUOTE=Skogis; 1355405]Sometimes (not often) have I passed out strange places in my rooms over the years often with freelancegirls.[/QUOTE]I once had to much to drink too, and had two freelancers in my room with me. All I remember is getting naked, and then I woke up hours later.

They were gone but my stuff was ok. Just lucky I guess.

Currently staying at the above hotel, room is very nice and has everything you need. Problems reported with water temperature varying before is true. Very girl friendly and you can even enter hotel bypassing reception through Family mart.

The hotel breakfast is good and included in the price, I normally stay at the LK Rennaisance and will return there next time due to the following negatives; Hotel is full of Russians, the staff are not as friendly as in the Rennaisance, the balcony in the room is not usable too small, WiFi requires you to log on each time and doesn't allow more than 1 connection with your password, I have a tablet, laptop and smart phone so I have to keep logging in and out.

May the force be with you.

[QUOTE=Naked Gunz; 1355812]I once had to much to drink too, and had two freelancers in my room with me. All I remember is getting naked, and then I woke up hours later.

They were gone but my stuff was ok. Just lucky I guess.[/QUOTE]And you did not pay them?

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht;1355896]And you did not pay them?[/QUOTE]No play, no pay.

Planning to spend a few days in Pattaya during Christmas. Anybody with experience from Centara Pattaya Hotel? Guestfriendly?

Thanks

I will stay only one night in Pattaya and will be with a buddy of mine. We might bring back two gfs with us for the night so was wondering which of the following hotels should be most suitable? (super gf friendly / safe / quite / clean)

Sabai wing

Jasmine (walking street)

Areca lodge

LK empress.

What do you suggest gentlemen?

[QUOTE=Margaya; 1362214]I will stay only one night in Pattaya and will be with a buddy of mine. We might bring back two gfs with us for the night so was wondering which of the following hotels should be most suitable? (super gf friendly / safe / quite / clean)

Sabai wing

Jasmine (walking street)

Areca lodge

LK empress.

What do you suggest gentlemen?[/QUOTE]Sounds to me like you and your buddy are sharing a room?

LK Empress only allow 1 girl per room then charge extra for anymore, there are cameras everywhere in the hotel even though there is no walk of shame. See previous report.

Areca lodge only allow 1 girl also.

[QUOTE=LukeSkyWanker;1362621]Areca lodge only allow 1 girl also.[/QUOTE]I had heard Areca was ok so I made a reservation there through Agoda. I never stayed at Areca before and thought I would give it a try. I liked the look of their swimming pool and had heard nothing bad about the hotel. Then I found out about the 300bt joiner fee for a 2nd girl. Even though I seldom take two girls back to my room, I do not like this policy. I cancelled my reservation (no cancellation fee) and booked Tim Boutique. I stayed at Tim last February. They have good rooms, a rooftop pool and they are very guest friendly. I believe Page 10 hotel is under same ownership.

[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo;1362641]I had heard Areca was ok so I made a reservation there through Agoda. I never stayed at Areca before and thought I would give it a try. I liked the look of their swimming pool and had heard nothing bad about the hotel. Then I found out about the 300bt joiner fee for a 2nd girl. Even though I seldom take two girls back to my room, I do not like this policy. I cancelled my reservation (no cancellation fee) and booked Tim Boutique. I stayed at Tim last February. They have good rooms, a rooftop pool and they are very guest friendly. I believe Page 10 hotel is under same ownership.[/QUOTE]Interesting philosophy.

You changed because of a $10 fee?

I checked my dates in January, and the Areca is actually $22 less per night than Tim's.

The Areca is also quietier and better in my opinion.

Whatever.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss; 1362692]Interesting philosophy.

You changed because of a $10 fee?

I checked my dates in January, and the Areca is actually $22 less per night than Tim's.

The Areca is also quietier and better in my opinion.

Whatever.[/QUOTE]It's not the money. I never let money stand in the way of my having a good time in Asia. I just didn't like the idea of a hotel (big brother) watching me and placing themselves in a position to judge or limit my recreational activities. I usually don't take 2 girls, but so what if I do? It is none of their business. 300bt or 3000bt 2nd girl joiner fee – I don't like it!

I have stayed at the Marriott a few times (4000bt plus / night) primarily because they have a great pool. On one occasion I brought back 2 girls. The security guard just smiled and saluted. That's what I like. No fucking hassle. I believe Areca is trying to attract more straight tourists and that is the reason why they are trying to regulate punter behavior with this joiner policy. It serves no other purpose.

Tim Boutique is like the Marriott in guest / joiner respect. The Tim Boutique doorman opens the front door, smiles / salutes, and then runs as fast as he can to the elevator to open that door for you and your lady too. It is comical, but the important point is: the punter comes first. That's service. Tim Boutique is very quiet. No problem there. The rooftop pool is small and not as good as the Marriott, but the views are good.

I am not knocking the Areca. They are upfront with their policy and a lot of guys like it there. It has a good location and the pools look pretty good although definitely not in Marriott league. A great thing about Pattaya is that there a lot of hotel choices at various price points.

Now talking about upscale: anybody stay at the Holiday Inn or Hilton? I hear they are pretty nice. A deluxe room at the Holiday Inn can be had for under 3000bt and at the Hilton for around 4000bt. They have no joiner fee.

OK Natty, got it.

I understand it is the principal for you.

I stay at the Marriott also. I know the guard you are talking about. Always saluting and saying loudly "CuuuuP".

After a week he gets a little annoying. But he is cool about the girls.

[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo;1362727]It's not the money. I never let money stand in the way of my having a good time in Asia. I just didn't like the idea of a hotel (big brother) watching me and placing themselves in a position to judge or limit my recreational activities. I usually don't take 2 girls, but so what if I do? It is none of their business. 300bt or 3000bt 2nd girl joiner fee – I don't like it![/QUOTE]I thinkyou tend to forget an hotel is an establishemtn making money on guests. Some rooms stiupualte "no more than 2 people", whether the 3rd is your son, brother, old dad, school friend or a 3rd girl for the 3-some.

There are hotels having rooms for 3 guests and all rates are accordingly, incl breakfast when "included"

They do not care if you sleep alone, of course. Buy they do care if one "overuses" the hotel facilities.

As simple as that. Some hotels might decide it is not worth the hassle to run after 300 baht of a joinre free, some other want their stake, others decided that a joiner fee might be a way to keep the hotel clean (sometime they do have a reputation) from messing around in hotel rooms (= orgies)

You can't blame them.

You can decide to go elsewhere, this is of course your freedom.

I'm talking about the search feature here. My MO was to go to Trip Adviser and get about 5 hotels that were reasonably priced and then back here to do some research. If there's a trick to this search please let me know. Otherwise here are the hotels that look reasonable. If anyone can comment I would be very appreciative and but a few rounds in Pattaya or anywhere else we may meet.

Le Prive Prices starting at about $70 USD.

Holiday Inn Pattaya $108.

Amari Orchid $85.

Four Seasons Place $54 (really!)

Fourtex Sports Club Hotel $39 (seems waaaay to cheap)

Prime Villa Hotel $71.

Important to me is clean, room safe, in room wifi, pool would be nice, and of course girl friendly. Feel free to recommend your favorite.

I made my travel arrangement a few days ago. What a cluster f*k using miles. But I did it with the help of another monger. Now I can't work, All I'm thinking about is short little spinner hotties bodies. DAMN!

[QUOTE=SimonHeSays; 1362751]I'm talking about the search feature here. My MO was to go to Trip Adviser and get about 5 hotels that were reasonably priced and then back here to do some research. If there's a trick to this search please let me know. Otherwise here are the hotels that look reasonable. If anyone can comment I would be very appreciative and but a few rounds in Pattaya or anywhere else we may meet.

Le Prive Prices starting at about $70 USD.

Holiday Inn Pattaya $108.

Amari Orchid $85.

Four Seasons Place $54 (really!)

Fourtex Sports Club Hotel $39 (seems waaaay to cheap)

Prime Villa Hotel $71.

Important to me is clean, room safe, in room wifi, pool would be nice, and of course girl friendly. Feel free to recommend your favorite.

I made my travel arrangement a few days ago. What a cluster f*k using miles. But I did it with the help of another monger. Now I can't work, All I'm thinking about is short little spinner hotties bodies. DAMN![/QUOTE]I usually stay at the Marriott. But that is out of reach for most mongers. My favorite other than the Marriott, is the Page 10. Great location but quiet, modern, well priced, GF, decent breakfast.

See earlier post regarding Holiday inn October this year.

Rooms are good, no limit on guests, girls love the view and you can do her from behind on the balcony.

[QUOTE=LukeSkyWanker; 1362621]Sounds to me like you and your buddy are sharing a room?

LK Empress only allow 1 girl per room then charge extra for anymore, there are cameras everywhere in the hotel even though there is no walk of shame. See previous report.

Areca lodge only allow 1 girl also.[/QUOTE]Thanks Luke.

I will send email to areca and jasmine to get it in be with. I think overall Jasmine seems to be much better for being close to action and super gf.

The LK is the only one I stayed at. It is very nice, good rooms, good breakfast, nice view and GF. At high season the normal great price raises to over 100 USD with tax and service charges. It is a little steep at that price, but location is excellent.

"Dear Sir.

Referring to your e-mail, Sorry late to reply your e-mail, If you have extra person to join in your room, you have to pay additional charge 1, 000 / Person / Night."

Must be one of the few?

[QUOTE=Luvpuss]My favorite other than the Marriott, is the Page 10. Great location but quiet, modern, well priced, GF, decent breakfast.[/QUOTE]I stayed at the Page 10 during my last holiday, in Suite 808. I concur that the location is great, and I like the modern look as well. But I had a problem with the noise.

There is a beer bar complex on the southwest corner of Second Road and Soi 10, and every night at least two, and sometimes three bands, were playing. It's a small complex and none of the bars attracts a large crowd. But for some inexplicable reason the bands set their amplifiers like they are playing to a stadium. Even though my room was on the eighth floor, and even though the sliding glass doors have multiple panes, the racket really bothered me until the bands called it quits every morning about 2:00 or 3:00 am.

If you are a sound sleeper, or you never retire until dawn, this won't be a problem. Otherwise, it's very loud. I've been told that the Page 10 rooms located on the north side of the building facing the shopping mall next door are less noisy. But I can't speak to that from personal experience.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bunky; 1363806]I stayed at the Page 10 during my last holiday, in Suite 808. I concur that the location is great, and I like the modern look as well. But I had a problem with the noise.

There is a beer bar complex on the southwest corner of Second Road and Soi 10, and every night at least two, and sometimes three bands, were playing. It's a small complex and none of the bars attracts a large crowd. But for some inexplicable reason the bands set their amplifiers like they are playing to a stadium. Even though my room was on the eighth floor, and even though the sliding glass doors have multiple panes, the racket really bothered me until the bands called it quits every morning about 2:00 or 3:00 am.

If you are a sound sleeper, or you never retire until dawn, this won't be a problem. Otherwise, it's very loud. I've been told that the Page 10 rooms located on the north side of the building facing the shopping mall next door are less noisy. But I can't speak to that from personal experience.

Bunky[/QUOTE]OK. I have to admit I completely forgot about that. What you are saying is true. The first night I was there I was on that side and the girl had a terrible screeching voice until 3am.

I changed rooms to the other side.

Thanks for clarifying that.

[QUOTE=NoCBJ4Me; 1354135]I'm looking for a hotel room with IN ROOM SAFE, no joiner problems, that's not too close to action.

When I want to sleep. I want it a little quiet.

I don't mind hopping on the Baht Bus to get there.

Nocbj4me[/QUOTE]I like to stay at The Residence Garden. The rate is 1450 per night for a one bedroom suite with kitchenette (if you book through or mention pattayapages. Com).

The only issue is that the price does not include breakfast. The home fried potatoes are really good too!

It is very girl friendly and away from the noise. Walking street can be visited on foot, by motorcycle taxi, or baht bus.

Hey Guys,

Any intel whether these hotels charge a joiners fee for the 2nd lady? I intend to indulge in a menage a trois and was wondering if they do and how much.

1. Flipper House Hotel.

2. April Suites.

3. China Garden.

Cheers!

[QUOTE=Raw Deal;1364774]2. April Suites.[/QUOTE]1 girl is free, for a second girl you'll get charged 500 THB

[QUOTE=Raw Deal; 1364774]Hey Guys,

Any intel whether these hotels charge a joiners fee for the 2nd lady? I intend to indulge in a menage a trois and was wondering if they do and how much.

1. Flipper House Hotel.

2. April Suites.

3. China Garden.

Cheers![/QUOTE]Raw,

I stay at flipper lodge in oct bring back 2 girl one night no problem, I am not sure about flipper house now if you want you can email them to confirm on the latest just to be sure.

Fast Eddie 48

[QUOTE=Margaya; 1363003]Thanks Luke.

I will send email to areca and jasmine to get it in be with. I think overall Jasmine seems to be much better for being close to action and super gf.[/QUOTE]Somehow these guys at Jasmine did not reply properly. They clarified that there are no joiner fees but only two people can stay in one room. So no menage a trois for me I guess at this hotel.

Hotel areca charges joiner fee of 500.

Hi guys, do you think I'll have any trouble showing up around Jan. 30 without a res. And staying for 10 days. I haven't been home in awhile and my credit cards are having a hard time finding me. I'm looking to stay in places like areca, April suites, chaba hut. Places around 1500 with a pool.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Savannah; 1370691]Hi guys, do you think I'll have any trouble showing up around Jan. 30 without a res. And staying for 10 days. I haven't been home in awhile and my credit cards are having a hard time finding me. I'm looking to stay in places like areca, April suites, chaba hut. Places around 1500 with a pool.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Go to the usual websites of the hotels and the agencies (like [url]http://www.booking.com[/url]) and see if they still have rooms available for that period. You don't have to finish your booking. [url]booking.com[/url] Does not charge your credit-card beforehand.

Need to know a few decent food options close to Jasmine Hotel. Any good buffet options for breakfast / dinner would be very helpful.

Thanks.

Looking for recommendation on good places to spend a couple of nights in Pattaya. Looking for a good place to spend longer times with two girls at a time. Also, any opinions, advice, recommendations on duos at the Devil's Den?

[QUOTE=Paul Kausch;1371802]Looking for recommendation on good places to spend a couple of nights in Pattaya. Looking for a good place to spend longer times with two girls at a time.[/QUOTE][URL=http://www.page10hotel.com/]Page 10[/URL] is a nice hotel in a great location. From there it's easy to get everywhere in Pattaya. Within in 5 minutes you can walk to Soi LK Metro (and Devil's Den) and the beer bars at Soi 7/8. And if you take Sonthaeo it's also easy to get to Soi 6 and to Walking Street. Room rates should start around 2. 000 THB per night. Taking 2 girls also haven't been a problem in the past.

[QUOTE=Paul Kausch;1371802]Also, any opinions, advice, recommendations on duos at the Devil's Den?[/QUOTE]Lot's of changes in the past. I only know Cake who really is a fun girl that can go all the way, performancewise definately worth a recommendation, but you should take a look yourself if she's your kind of girl.

A lot of guys in other forums like Maggie, but I have no personal experience with her.

That's a good place if you want kind of middle to upper end. Its about 3000 and really nice. Its on about Sio 13, just up from the beach. About Devils Den, I never seen any good looking ones there. Hell, you would be probably better off jumping on a motorbike taxi to Soi 6 and find a good pair there for 1000 each.

[QUOTE=Paul Kausch;1371802]Looking for recommendation on good places to spend a couple of nights in Pattaya. Looking for a good place to spend longer times with two girls at a time. Also, any opinions, advice, recommendations on duos at the Devil's Den?[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht; 1370699]Go to the usual websites of the hotels and the agencies (like.

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

) and see if they still have rooms available for that period. You don't have to finish your booking.

[url]booking.com[/url]

Does not charge your credit-card beforehand.[/QUOTE]You could also try hotelscombined. Com. It compares prices across multiple sites.

[QUOTE=Paul Kausch;1371802]Looking for recommendation on good places to spend a couple of nights in Pattaya. Looking for a good place to spend longer times with two girls at a time. Also, any opinions, advice, recommendations on duos at the Devil's Den?[/QUOTE]Since you are in for only a couple of nights, try and stay close to places you will want to try. If you want to spend time around soi6, then try some hotels around there. Personal experience has been great at April suites (they charge for a 3rd person in the room) and LK renaissance. If you will spend a lot of time around LK Metro (devils den is on LK Metro) , then try LK Metropole or some other places around there. I am staying at HBoutique in Soi Honey, apparently a new place. Will post some info once I try.

For duo's at DD, select a girl you like and ask her to select her partner. In my experience it works as the girls are comfortable with each other and you get a much better bang-for-the-buck.

Good luck!

Thanks for the good advice and recommendations. Got some good leads on hotels. Picking two compatible girls from one of the venues other than DD makes sense.

[QUOTE=Paul Kausch;1371802]Looking for recommendation on good places to spend a couple of nights in Pattaya. Looking for a good place to spend longer times with two girls at a time. Also, any opinions, advice, recommendations on duos at the Devil's Den?[/QUOTE]Originally Posted by Devilspinkick [View Original Post]

Yeh, I was not so impressed with DD and the ladies there aren't much to look at in general. Had much more fun at the Go-Gos like Airport, Lolipop, Iron Club, etc. But I've only been there once so maybe I just picked the wrong two dames & of course YMMV. Not saying that I didn't have a decent time there, but it wasn't all that great either. Plan to stick to the Go-Gos & MPs when I return. Which will be tonight!

- DSK.

DD. Value for money = A Big No.

DD. Mechanical = A Big Yes.

DD. Alternatives = Find a place where two girls seem to be friends. Move in on them. Chat them up. Get some sparks going. Take them back to your hotel.

Stayed at the Hilton Recently, Fantastic hotel

Soi 10 has a few excellent hotels in the 1500-2550 range. Page 10, The Stay, SeameSpring, SeameSprintoo. The last two also offer some sea facing rooms, albeit at a premium (for those who may fancy that). Good value for money accomodation (all with free wi-fi in room). Location. A quite street and within walking distances to almost all interesting places, either in Second Road or Beach road. Definitely a worth area to stay.

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy;1372253]Stayed at the Hilton Recently, Fantastic hotel[/QUOTE]I am a dinosour, but you are Mister big bucks. Bravo!

Did you hit the buffet?

[QUOTE=Bro2012; 1372244]Originally Posted by Devilspinkick [View Original Post]

Yeh, I was not so impressed with DD and the ladies there aren't much to look at in general. Had much more fun at the Go-Gos like Airport, Lolipop, Iron Club, etc. But I've only been there once so maybe I just picked the wrong two dames & of course YMMV. Not saying that I didn't have a decent time there, but it wasn't all that great either. Plan to stick to the Go-Gos & MPs when I return. Which will be tonight!

- DSK.

DD. Value for money = A Big No.

DD. Mechanical = A Big Yes.

DD. Alternatives = Find a place where two girls seem to be friends. Move in on them. Chat them up. Get some sparks going. Take them back to your hotel.[/QUOTE]You are smart for a 14 poster. My suggestion totally.

I personally would walk beach road and find 2 friends. There are many girls hanging out together. They will do the same and maybe more as DD at less than 1/2 the cost.

But, whatever. I guess everyone has to try these commercialized places at least once.

[QUOTE=Luvpuss;1372618]You are smart for a 14 poster.[/QUOTE]Yes. Not that difficult to work it out!

[QUOTE=Bro2012; 1372244]Originally Posted by Devilspinkick [View Original Post]

Yeh, I was not so impressed with DD and the ladies there aren't much to look at in general. Had much more fun at the Go-Gos like Airport, Lolipop, Iron Club, etc. But I've only been there once so maybe I just picked the wrong two dames & of course YMMV. Not saying that I didn't have a decent time there, but it wasn't all that great either. Plan to stick to the Go-Gos & MPs when I return. Which will be tonight![/QUOTE]Even in DD the trick is to select one girl that you fancy and let her pick the second girl. She is bound to pick the one she is most comfortable with. But the downside is they sometimes pick the newer imps to train them. So you confirm their choice with management. This has worked before. But then again YMMV!

[QUOTE=Oneten;1372747]Even in DD the trick is to select one girl that you fancy and let her pick the second girl. She is bound to pick the one she is most comfortable with. But the downside is they sometimes pick the newer imps to train them. So you confirm their choice with management. This has worked before. But then again YMMV![/QUOTE]This can also happen at the "fish bowl" places. You ask the Msn/Mgr for suggestions and they give you a girl who is lousy in the sack but needs the work / money.

Like someone else said, they figure you are a one time wonder so they don't care.

Can somebody tell me any recent report about Pattaya Bay Resort Hotel? Is it a quiet and safe place?

[QUOTE=Garoto;1373056]Can somebody tell me any recent report about Pattaya Bay Resort Hotel? Is it a quiet and safe place?[/QUOTE]You can hear the people in the room above you fucking. Maybe that will turn you on!

Safe. If you are worried about being safe stay home.

[QUOTE=Garoto;1373056]Can somebody tell me any recent report about Pattaya Bay Resort Hotel? Is it a quiet and safe place?[/QUOTE]It may be quiet if you are on the far side from the street. They were getting ready to build a new hotel right in front of the building a few months ago and it was noisy on that side but couldn't hear it on the other side. Not sure if that is still the case. It's a 3 star place, nothing special but the rooms are large and come with a little dining table and microwave and sink and good size refrigerator. They have a service that will drop you off or pick you up at certain spots on 2nd or 3rd Road.

Hotelscombined looks like a great site. My credit card actually found me and I have made a booking for the 30th to the 9th. Now I'm wondering the best way to get to Pattya from DMK. I'll land at 1:30 am. Taking a taxi is the only way at that time, but getting to the hotel around 4:30 doesn't help me much. I'm not due to check in until later. Maybe wait around the airport awhile and then go to ekami for a bus. Either way, on my way. It's great to have this site.

[QUOTE=Savannah;1376695]Hotelscombined looks like a great site. My credit card actually found me and I have made a booking for the 30th to the 9th. Now I'm wondering the best way to get to Pattya from DMK. I'll land at 1:30 am. Taking a taxi is the only way at that time, but getting to the hotel around 4:30 doesn't help me much. I'm not due to check in until later. Maybe wait around the airport awhile and then go to ekami for a bus. Either way, on my way. It's great to have this site.[/QUOTE]I am sure there will be some cheap hotels near DMK where you can stay for a few hundred bath before you travel to Pattaya.

Planning a BKK / Pattaya trip in end Feb early March. Am a first timer in Thailand and looking to make it 2 days in BKK and 3 in Pattaya on a mongering trip. Wanted some info on a Pattaya hotel with jacuzzi / private pool, a balcony, maybe some mirrors and good access to pickup joints. I would like to avoid public transport or walking long distance (have a problem there). How readily are cabs (I think they are called tuk tuks) available? I have gone thru the posts here but still would like to know if there is a broad consensus as to which are the mid to upscale pickup joints in Pattaya

[QUOTE=Archetype;1378399]Planning a BKK / Pattaya trip in end Feb early March. Am a first timer in Thailand and looking to make it 2 days in BKK and 3 in Pattaya on a mongering trip. Wanted some info on a Pattaya hotel with jacuzzi / private pool, a balcony, maybe some mirrors and good access to pickup joints. I would like to avoid public transport or walking long distance (have a problem there). How readily are cabs (I think they are called tuk tuks) available? I have gone thru the posts here but still would like to know if there is a broad consensus as to which are the mid to upscale pickup joints in Pattaya[/QUOTE]As to transport:

In Bangkok, public transport (Skytrain, Metro or riverboats) is actually quite good and cheap, but you cannot reach all parts of town with it. Forget about the tuk-tuks (three-wheeled contraptions - [url]http://images2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120506124404/happywheels/images/4/40/Tuktuk.jpg[/url]) in Bangkok, unless you know the prices and distances they will fleece you and show you all suit-shops and gem-factories of the city. Take any of the metered taxis and always (I repeat "ALWAYS") insist on using the taxi-meter. They are actually cheaper (but slower) than tuk-tuks. If you take a hotel between Nana and Soi Cowboy, you will not even need any taxis and can walk the few hundred meters yourself.

In Pattaya, the only option is to use the semi-public "Songthaew" pick-ups ([url]http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Songthaew[/url]). They run fixed routes and cost 10 bath whatever the distance. There are taxis, unmetered so be prepared to negotiate the price beforehand. There may be some tuk-tuks, but I never used them.

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht; 1378744]As to transport:

But are these BKK metered taxis readily available? Pattaya doesn't leave me with much of choice I guess.

[QUOTE=Archetype; 1378747]

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht; 1378744]As to transport:[/QUOTE]But are these BKK metered taxis readily available? Pattaya doesn't leave me with much of choice I guess.[/QUOTE]No problem. All taxis (and there are plenty) in Bangkok are metered, but if you are a farang (western tourist) they try to "fix" a price with you rather than use the meter. Just resist, ask for "meter please" and keep smiling. Sometimes taxis that are waiting in front of hotels refuse to use the meter. Then don't get in the taxi and take the next one.

Smiling is important in Thailand. Always keep smiling and never shout.

Indeed, Pattaya is not known for its big choice in transport. But it does have a big choice in girls and that is what counts. ;)

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht; 1378749]No problem. All taxis (and there are plenty) in Bangkok are metered, but if you are a faring.[/quote]Yes Sir. Thats what counts. And thanks!

I've been a regular visitor to Pattaya for a while. Haven't reported because Pattaya is what it is. Not hard to navigate at all, more info than you could ever want already out there, etc. But ran into a new roadblock and have no idea how to get over it.

Saw a guy in my hotel a few days ago having problems trying to bring a girl up that he met at a beer bar. She was 19, hotel staff insisted they have to be 20 or older to bring into your room. Wouldn't even accept a bribe.

Well wouldn't you know that I met a regular girl working at the mall who is 18 soon after. Saw her I'd, age is legit. Above the age of consent in Thailand, not a bar girl, but I don't expect any hotel to believe me when I tell them she isn't. Does anyone know anything about this 20+ rule or how / if I can somehow get around it?

Thanks

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht; 1378744]As to transport:

In Pattaya, . There are taxis, unmetered so be prepared to negotiate the price beforehand. There may be some tuk-tuks, but I never used them.[/QUOTE]I believe there is a Pattaya taxi fleet. Lime green in color if I remember right. See them every morning lined up getting polished right on 2nd Road in front of Villa Market.

As to metered? Haven't a clue!

[QUOTE=MilesToGo; 1378878]I believe there is a Pattaya taxi fleet. Lime green in color if I remember right. See them every morning lined up getting polished right on 2nd Road in front of Villa Market.

As to metered? Haven't a clue![/QUOTE]Several metered taxi in Pattaya now, the same ones they have in BKK. They are in the front and back of Royal Garden, in front of Tuckom and Friendship supermarket. None of them will use their meter though. The drivers will quote you an outrageous price and you have to negotiate but generally they won't go anywhere for under 100 baht.

Hey Wolvenvacht, did you say best pick up joints in Pattaya! The whole town is pick up joint.

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht; 1378744]As to transport:

In Bangkok, public transport (Skytrain, Metro or riverboats) is actually quite good and cheap, but you cannot reach all parts of town with it. Forget about the tuk-tuks (three-wheeled contraptions.

[url]http://images2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120506124404/happywheels/images/4/40/Tuktuk.jpg[/url]

) in Bangkok, unless you know the prices and distances they will fleece you and show you all suit-shops and gem-factories of the city. Take any of the metered taxis and always (I repeat "ALWAYS") insist on using the taxi-meter. They are actually cheaper (but slower) than tuk-tuks. If you take a hotel between Nana and Soi Cowboy, you will not even need any taxis and can walk the few hundred meters yourself.[/QUOTE]Wolvenvacht.

You forgot to mention the Moto-sai taxis. Ie Motorbike taxis. These can be VERY convenient and inexpensive when you want to get somewhere fast. Ducking in an out of traffic and a short cut through traffic jams. Soi Cowboy to Nana should be roughly 60 baht depending on your nego skills/

[QUOTE=Hatguy; 1379646]Wolvenvacht.

You forgot to mention the Moto-sai taxis. Ie Motorbike taxis. These can be VERY convenient and inexpensive when you want to get somewhere fast. Ducking in an out of traffic and a short cut through traffic jams. Soi Cowboy to Nana should be roughly 60 baht depending on your nego skills/[/QUOTE]Indeed, but I did not mention them because it will be difficult to take your girl with you and personally I find it a little frightening the way they weave through traffic. But they are indeed the fastest way to travel in Bangkok.

I will be visiting for the first time in June I plan on spending four or five days in Bangkok and then two weeks in Pattaya. While in Pattaya I was thinking of staying in either the 3some bar and guesthouse [url]http://www.3sompattaya.com/[/url] Or the queen Victoria inn [url]www.queenvicpattaya.com/[/url] I was just going to rent the budget room at either place. I am open to suggestions however, does anyone have any experiences with either of these places or can anyone suggest something better in a modest price range.

Thanks

Chris

I have stayed at the Queen Vic a number of times. It is smack in the middle of Soi 6. Just walk out the front door and there she blows. I had no issues from any of the times I had stayed there. There is no elevator if that is of an issue for you.

[QUOTE=Chris Long; 1382076]I will be visiting for the first time in June I plan on spending four or five days in Bangkok and then two weeks in Pattaya. While in Pattaya I was thinking of staying in either ther 3some bar and guesthouse.

[url]http://www.3sompattaya.com/[/url]

Or the queen Victoria inn.

[url]www.queenvicpattaya.com/[/url]

I was just going to rent the budget room at either place. I am open to suggestions however, does anyone have any experiences with either of these places or can anyone suggest something better in a modest price range.

Thanks

Chris[/QUOTE]

Coming to Thailand for the first time in March. Booked like 4 days in Bangkok and 3 days in Pattaya. Had points with marriott, any joiner fee there? Any recommendations for a 35yr old american dood traveling solo to Pattaya? Going to spend time reading thru the forums. So excited!

[QUOTE=George300;1383488]Coming to Thailand for the first time in March. Booked like 4 days in Bangkok and 3 days in Pattaya. Had points with marriott, any joiner fee there? Any recommendations for a 35yr old american dood traveling solo to Pattaya? Going to spend time reading thru the forums. So excited![/QUOTE]No fees at the Marriott in BKK or Pattaya.

Also, recommendations for what?

[QUOTE=George300;1383488]Coming to Thailand for the first time in March. Booked like 4 days in Bangkok and 3 days in Pattaya. Had points with marriott, any joiner fee there? Any recommendations for a 35yr old american dood traveling solo to Pattaya? Going to spend time reading thru the forums. So excited![/QUOTE]I strongly encourage you to read the Pattaya and Bangkok forums, from about six months back to present. I've been a member for only a few weeks. I have found the posts extremely informative and very entertaining. Many of the members are [B]very[/B] Seasoned veterans and have a lot of knowledge and experiences to pass on. You're going to have the time of your life. Do your homework on ISG and don't get in too big a hurry when you get to the LOS. It's Disneyland for mongers!

[QUOTE=George300;1383488]Coming to Thailand for the first time in March. Booked like 4 days in Bangkok and 3 days in Pattaya. Had points with marriott, any joiner fee there? Any recommendations for a 35yr old american dood traveling solo to Pattaya? Going to spend time reading thru the forums. So excited![/QUOTE]Thanks! Oh sorry, recommendations for the best place to get the hottest girls. 18 to early 20s, super model type girls. Like is there a specific gogo / massage / brothel place with the top tier girls? I'm used to paying $500 / hr here in the states, so pricing isn't that much of a big deal, obviously I don't want to pay those prices, but I'm not a bargin shopper either. Any good restaurant recommendations? What should I avoid in Pattaya? Just some general help for a Pattaya newbie would be much appreciated. While I have been mongering for a while now, I've never traveled to Asia and kinda nervous in a fun excited way. I've mostly stayed with the states, Amsterdam and Germany.

[QUOTE=Chris Long; 1382076]I will be visiting for the first time in June. Can anyone suggest something better in a modest price range.

Thanks

Chris[/QUOTE]I don't know if what I suggest is any better, but if you want modest, clean accommodation with A / C for about 500 baht per night, I do recommend The Rose House.

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

The rooms are big with a safe and a fridge and there are couple of pool bars nearby (with decent talent) for those nights you don't want to stagger over to WS. It is a bit in the outskirts (just beyond 3rd road) , but I usually rent a motor bike, anyway. The neighborhood is relatively quiet, there's a laundry just across the street and a 7-11 and a market place just a block away. Tuk com is not that far away and I usually walk over there for breakfast. I know fellow mongerers who keep a room there just in case all year round.

They are a bit slow in responding to emails, but I have managed to book them both via email and through friends who live in Pattaya. In June you might get a room by just walking in, as my friends did in November.

[QUOTE=George300;1383994]Thanks! Oh sorry, recommendations for the best place to get the hottest girls. 18 to early 20s, super model type girls. Like is there a specific gogo / massage / brothel place with the top tier girls? I'm used to paying $500 / hr here in the states, so pricing isn't that much of a big deal, obviously I don't want to pay those prices, but I'm not a bargin shopper either. Any good restaurant recommendations? What should I avoid in Pattaya? Just some general help for a Pattaya newbie would be much appreciated. While I have been mongering for a while now, I've never traveled to Asia and kinda nervous in a fun excited way. I've mostly stayed with the states, Amsterdam and Germany.[/QUOTE]Don't be too nervous or intimidated. Just use common sense. Don't get shitfaced and be an asshole. There are many guys like you and many tourists and families walking around the place. I personally have never had any issues with anyone in Pattaya.

There are many restaurants around. If you get stuck, just go to the Central Festival Mall. It is a modern mall several stories high similar to any mall in the US or Europe. Many restaurants and a good food court on the bottom floor.

Read the forum and spend your first day walking around checking the place out. Go to Walking street (after 10pm) , Soi 6 (after noon) , Beach road (anytime but usually late) , and explore the many Soi's with bars.

My first time I walked Beach road and met an average looking girl who spoke decent English. She was about a 6, but I did not care. I took her for 24 hours because she knew the city well and I wanted a tour guide. She also took me to Jomtien.

It was one of the best investments I ever made for about $50. She fucked me nice and was a great tour guide and actually had a motorbike we cruised around on.

[QUOTE=George300; 1383488]Coming to Thailand for the first time in March. Booked like 4 days in Bangkok and 3 days in Pattaya.

Any recommendations for a 35yr old american dood [DUDE] traveling solo to Pattaya? Going to spend time reading thru the forums. Oh sorry, recommendations for the best place to get the hottest girls. 18 to early 20s, super model type girls. Like is there a specific gogo / massage / brothel place with the top tier girls? I'm used to paying $500 / hr here in the states, so pricing isn't that much of a big deal, So excited![/QUOTE]Oh Boy! Look out!

1. RTFF especially Reports of Distinction.

2. Subscribe to the Forum and become a member in good standing. (You will then be able to exchange personal messages with other members.)

3. If you are looking for only 'the hottest girls. 18 to early 20s, super model type girls" and you are "used to paying $500 / hr," I think you may be disappointed and yet blown away at the same time. Considering this is going to be a short 1st trip, I would advise you to not focus on age so much. Most of the girls I fool around with, for example, are under 28 and are 7-7. 5* sexy, therefore I consider them pretty hot although not quite fitting your 10* "model quality" criteria. But then I am a tough grader. My 7* may be your 9. All I am saying is be flexible and go with friendly girls who look attractive to you. That's the way to have a good time here in LOS.

4. Specifics: You can get all this by reading the forum, but here a few suggestions that might fit your criteria.

BKK. Rainbow 4, Baccara, La Belle, Spasso, Pegasus, Sherbet, Climax and Bangkok Gold Escorts.

Pattaya. What's Up, Baccara, Sapphire, Devil's Den (maybe).

Guys, I make these suggestions for George here, based on his sincere newbie question and his POV. We were all newbies once. Not all of these places might be right for you, George. Devil's Den for example may not have the "model quality" girls you think you are looking for, but I think a session with 2 DD girls will rock you. Take my list and do some research. I look forward to a trip report from you when you get back home.

[quote=natty bumpo; 1384138]oh boy! look out!

1. rtff especially reports of distinction.

2. subscribe to the forum and become a member in good standing. (you will then be able to exchange personal messages with other members.)

3. if you are looking for only 'the hottest girls. 18 to early 20s, super model type girls" and you are "used to paying $500 / hr," i think you may be disappointed and yet blown away at the same time. considering this is going to be a short 1st trip, i would advise you to not focus on age so much. most of the girls i fool around with, for example, are under 28 and are 7-7. 5* sexy, therefore i consider them pretty hot although not quite fitting your 10* "model quality" criteria. but then i am a tough grader. my 7* may be your 9. all i am saying is be flexible and go with friendly girls who look attractive to you. that's the way to have a good time here in los.

4. specifics: you can get all this by reading the forum, but here a few suggestions that might fit your criteria.

bkk. rainbow 4, baccara, la belle, spasso, pegasus, sherbet, climax and bangkok gold escorts.

pattaya. what's up, baccara, devil's den (maybe).

guys, i make these suggestions for george here, based on his sincere newbie question and his pov. we were all newbies once. not all of these places might be right for you, george. devil's den for example may not have the "model quality" girls you think you are looking for, but i think a session with 2 dd girls will rock you. take my list and do some research. i look forward to a trip report from you when you get back home.[/quote]i do think it is best to recommend some of the commercial spots for newbies. [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord901][CodeWord901][/url]'s, sabailand soapies, devil's den (which i hate) , maybe an escort service (big rip off though), and the gogo's i guess. throw in soi 6 also.

any of the above, you will be guaranteed to get your rocks off. from there, go learn some more on your own.

[QUOTE=George300;1383994]Thanks! Oh sorry, recommendations for the best place to get the hottest girls. 18 to early 20s, super model type girls. Like is there a specific gogo / massage / brothel place with the top tier girls? I'm used to paying $500 / hr here in the states, so pricing isn't that much of a big deal, obviously I don't want to pay those prices, but I'm not a bargin shopper either. Any good restaurant recommendations? What should I avoid in Pattaya? Just some general help for a Pattaya newbie would be much appreciated. While I have been mongering for a while now, I've never traveled to Asia and kinda nervous in a fun excited way. I've mostly stayed with the states, Amsterdam and Germany.[/QUOTE]If you're looking for very attractive ladies you will have more success in Bangkok than Pattaya. However, Pattaya has it's advantages which you can discover by reading the posts on ISG.

Now what follows are my opinions. Other members may disagree with some of what I have to say. And I do respect their opinions.

1. If you're looking for model quality girls, most of the ladies in the gogos and massage parlors will disappoint you. The best looking massage girls are on Ratchada. You can find a lot of information about these on Google, also some on ISG. These venues are big, fancy, some in particular have a reputation for having attractive ladies (read up on the model categories of ladies) ; but the problem is, these venues cater to Asian men, not Farangs, and the sexual performance generally is lacking. The MPs near Sukhumvit cater to Farangs. The ladies are less attractive, the rooms are cramped and are not 5star hotel quality, but with just a little luck you will get a PSE (check the abbreviations section on the forum if you don't understand the acronyms). Different guys have their favorite places and girls; my advice is to go over to the Soi 24 area and check out several venues to find a girl to your liking. I also suggest you read the massage parlor threads to get recommendations on specific ladies. Also be aware you can get these ladies to come to your hotel. Annie's has a takeout option which basically allows you to have a night on the town and a couple of fucks with the girl. One of the Annie's girls (#24) gets fantastic reviews, especially for her looks, from many forum members.

As for the gogos, the girls range from below average to very pretty. However, looks and performance do not correlate. None the less it's fun and worth a nght. Again by reading ISG you can get a sense of how to handle yourself in these venues so as not come across as a dumb tourist. Of the two gogo bar locations, right now I think Nana Plaza gets better reviews than Soi Cowboy, though Cowboy has its fans. You may consider waiting until the gogos close and going to either Nana Liquid or Climax. These are two discos that the bar girls go to after hours looking for a "date." Again use Google and ISG to learn more.

Finally, (and I can just hear the other members scream when they read this) if you are looking for a girl with model looks who will give you fantastic GFE or PSE, depending on your preference, I recommend Bangkok Gold Escorts; and I [B]do not[/B] Recommend wasting your time and money on any other agencies. They're just giving you MP girls at inflated prices. Now Bangkok Gold is expensive. Eight hours will set you back THB12000, 4 hours are THB10000. Many forum members think it is crazy to pay that much for a fuck and will point out there are many ladies in the MPs that fuck like a porn star while letting you do just about anything you want to them: BBBJ and multiple pops are standard. Hard anal, no problem. Bareback fuck, just be a little pushy. The only thing is, I would not describe these ladies as looking like models. Some are pretty attractive; but good luck finding a stunning beauty. I have used Bangkok Gold on several occasions. The ladies are hot, the sex is fantastic, the owner (Goldie) and her husband are very customer friendly, but all of this will cost you.

So there you have my opinions.

[QUOTE=George300;1383994]Any good restaurant recommendations? What should I avoid in Pattaya? Just some general help for a Pattaya newbie would be much appreciated.[/QUOTE]For food, you can trust any place where there are a lot of Thais queuing to get food. I always distrust empty restaurants, food-carts with no customers and such. But do not be afraid of the food sold on the streets. It is great value and tasty to boot! Most of the working girls are very fond of it. No better "ice breaker" than to offer her some tasty Thai food. Only watch out she did not eat some spicy food just before she snacks on your meat!

[quote]coming to thailand for the first time in march . three days in pattaya. any recommendations for a 35-year old american traveling solo?[/quote]before you go, buy yourself a good map. i like the groovy map available on amazon. just search for "groovy" and "pattaya." they also have a map for bangkok.

it focuses on the areas that tourists frequent and ignores the hinterlands. it's detailed enough to be helpful, but compact enough to carry when you're out and about. laminated plastic won't get soggy and tear. lots of business and bars are included.

as you read the forums, use the map to learn where the places are located. searching online map sites helps as well. once you arrive, you'll have a basic understanding of where you are going.

buy a cheap unlocked gsm cell phone on the bay of e. after you clear customs at the airport in bangkok you'll see vendors who will sell you a sim card for a pittance and make sure the voice prompts are in english. you pay by the minute and you can buy a "top up" card from any 7/11. store your hotel's front desk number in the phone. in a pinch they can translate for you.

with only three days in pattaya, you will barely scratch the surface. if you're a once-a-day kinda guy, i would recommend:

(1) go-go club hottie from one of the top places on walking street or soi lk metro, long time, in your room;

(2) soi six sweetie, short time, on the premises; and

(3) banging a beer bar girl who makes you laugh and spending at least a little time with her.

if you've got "power" to spare, consider adding: blow job bar hummer at [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] or the pump station, sudsy soapie sex, devils den dual-girl date or beach road freelancer. if raunch is your thing, visit one of the "hands on" go-go clubs on walking street or head for soi six and buy a few ladies drinks for any of the goers and see how much you can get away with. at the other end of the spectrum, check out the eye candy at baccara, super baby, super girls and airport.

avoid:

changing more than $50-100 at the airport. the exchange rates are better in town.

any place that advertises girls who are *not* from thailand.

getting on an empty baht bus, unless you want point-to-point transportation and you're willing to pay 100-200 baht.

spending all your time on walking street or beach road. soi lk and soi buakaow have lots to offer.

the huge seafood restaurants on the east side of walking street. they are tourists traps. you can get the same food for much cheaper.

renting a jet ski. you will get scammed.

eating in the american fast food joints. even if you are not an adventurous eater, there is plenty of good local food. check out the food stalls in the night market on the east side of sua buakaow opposite soi 19.

bunky

Just one addition to Bunky's good advice. At the airport you'll see the booths set up by the different phone service providers once you clear customs. Don't buy a SIM card here as their prices are higher. We walked down one level (or maybe two levels) to a lower level and bought a SIM from a 7-11 there and it was much cheaper. You can also buy a SIM in town.

I've been using the 1-2-Call SIM cards for phone (not internet) use. Does anybody feel one brand of SIM is better than another? I recommend, as others do, trying some Thai street food. It's pretty decent.

On the SIM-card subject: I get my SIM from 7-eleven for B50 (1, 2-call). It comes with B15 "free calls", which isn't much.

Check your balance and keep checking your balance: After a while they offer a deal. 200 mins for B150 valid for 20 days.

I always take that deal. Done so on 5 or 6 trips now. It's the best deal out there I figure.

If you have to use pay phones, always dial 1, 2, 3, 4 before the entire number, including the zero, on land lines or cell, to get a massive instant discount.

F.

I stayed recently at the Areca Lodge. The hotel is quite good though a bit dated. I loved the pools especially the squared one at the Corona building.

The rooms come with a decent breakfast but only available until 10 am and this is a problem is you like freelances at discos like me. The area of Pattaya the hotel is in, is perfect: many bars in Soi Diana and Soi Buakao. A few meters you find Soi Lk metro with a great atmosphere, lots of go go bars, naughty massages and eateries. I just went to Walking Street for the discos. There are plenty of thins to do in this area. A few hundreds meters away you are in Soi Honey with. In my opinion- the best soapie in Pattaya. In spite of the many attractions in the area, live bands, beer bars, karaokes and so on, if your rooms overlooks the back part of the hotel there is not noise to be heard. BUT When I was there in mid February A HUGE CONSTUCTION SITE was under way. They, re starting to build something large (hotel probably) and I suppose it's going to be a permanent source of noise. To be honest while I was there, the stopped in the evening, but they began operating the machinery at 8 in the morning, and while in the pool noises could be heard.

When I checked in I was told not to bring "friends " under 20. All in all a nice hotel, let's see how the construction issue evolves ¿ can somebody staying there now update with the situation?

[QUOTE=Jgm005;1382085]I have stayed at the Queen Vic a number of times. It is smack in the middle of Soi 6. Just walk out the front door and there she blows. I had no issues from any of the times I had stayed there. There is no elevator if that is of an issue for you.[/QUOTE]I consider to stay there also. Do you know if there are any restrictions to let girls of 18 yeas old. I saw someone complained that some hotels let only girls over 20.

If anyone else knows anything about Queen Victoria Inn (

[url]http://www.queenvicpattaya.com/cheap-pattaya-hotel-index.htm[/url]

) , please let me know.

Thanks,

Y__

[QUOTE=Yuri B; 1391164]I consider to stay there also. Do you know if there are any restrictions to let girls of 18 yeas old. I saw someone complained that some hotels let only girls over 20.

If anyone else knows anything about Queen Victoria Inn

[url]http://www.queenvicpattaya.com/cheap-pattaya-hotel-index.htm[/url]

Please let me know.

Thanks,

Y[/QUOTE]What's a matter with you? Stupid question! You expect a hotel to break the law for you? The law says 20 is the minimum age. Surely that is young enough for you! Show some respect for the country you are visiting.

Please be aware that a new hotel is being built directly in front of this hotel, they are currently working on the foundations, when it is finished the sea view rooms will be pretty pointless.

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april suites pattaya.

just back home after spending 3 weeks in thailand

found this hotel on line booked a standard room for two weeks

who says you need to pay top dollar for top quality.

this hotel is fab

newly built

cheap price 1400bht per night.

free wi fi.

two laptops downstairs (though speed could be a bit slow at times)

swimming pool / small sauna and gym on top floor.

nice friendly staff.

its on second road soi 6/1 about 5/10 min walk from the main action of soi 7/8 etc.

you need to walk down a narrow slum alley to get to it but trust me guys this place is good

booking in advance on line is cheaper me and my buddies liked it so much we stayed another

week but they did charge us a slightly higher room rate i think it was an extra 250/300 bhts but still can't complain.

this is my third visit to pattaya and even though the quality was down on previous visits still had a fab time.

just need to get time and write down ma tales of a adventure and sin.

Hey team. Want a place within 5 minute walk of WS. Need some " Quality". A / C, WiFi, Refrigerator, breakfast, Girl Friendly (small fee OK)

I have ruled out WHITE INN. Too basic and RED BALCONY. Seem flaky about deposits and communications.

HELP!

[QUOTE=ScottyDog23;1394534]Want a place within 5 minute walk of WS. Need some " Quality". A / C, WiFi, Refrigerator, breakfast, Girl Friendly.[/QUOTE]Take a look at the Swiss Hotel / Guesthouse. It's a small place at the south end of Walking Street.

[url]http://www.swissfood.net/Hotel.htm[/url]

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bro2012;1391518]What's a matter with you? Stupid question! You expect a hotel to break the law for you? The law says 20 is the minimum age. Surely that is young enough for you! Show some respect for the country you are visiting.[/QUOTE]Sorry but you have the wrong information here, beside being uselessly judgmental. As often mentioned and discussed, the minimum age for "paid sex" in Thailand is 18.

[url]http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ages_of_consent_in_Asia[/url]#Thailand.

However, to work in an establishment where alcohol is served, the minimum age is 20. And, of course any hotel can set whatever policy they wanted.

[QUOTE=Marcos; 1396356]Sorry but you have the wrong information here, beside being uselessly judgmental. As often mentioned and discussed, the minimum age for "paid sex" in Thailand is 18.

[url]http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ages_of_consent_in_Asia[/url]

#Thailand.

However, to work in an establishment where alcohol is served, the minimum age is 20. And, of course any hotel can set whatever policy they wanted.[/QUOTE]There is 'Miss Information', 'Miss Information, ' and more 'Miss Information. ' Okay Mr. M. You continue to do your thing and fuck girls under the age of 20. I, maybe along with a few other members, look forward to reading your account of waking up on a cement floor in a Thai prison. Hope it's more exciting than your rambling nonsense in the Pattaya reports section today.

[QUOTE=Bro2012;1396679]There is 'Miss Information', 'Miss Information, ' and more 'Miss Information. ' Okay Mr. M. You continue to do your thing and fuck girls under the age of 20. I, maybe along with a few other members, look forward to reading your account of waking up on a cement floor in a Thai prison. Hope it's more exciting than your rambling nonsense in the Pattaya reports section today.[/QUOTE]Ehmm. Thank you for the auspicious expectations. Now beside that teens are not my taste, post (if you can) some authoritative source to prove your point about age of consent in Thailand.

Heading to Pattaya in July, which of the below would be best to stay in.

Want to be close to the action,

Thanks,

Mark

Pattaya is MUCH smaller than you think. You will be "close to the action" staying at ANY hotel that is:

SOUTH of Pattaya North Road, aka Pattaya Nua Road.

WEST of Soi Buakaow.

NORTH of Pattaya South Road, aka Pattaya Thai.

There are also hotels located in the Walking Street complex itself.

Secrets is more like a guesthouse, incorporated as it is into the same area as the bar and nightclub. It's smack dab in the middle of the Walking Street complex. My major objection to staying on Walking Street is the noise. Unless you party until dawn every night it's going to be a concern. Even if that's not an issue for you, there is more to being "close to the action" than meets the eye. Don't forget that Walking Street is only one of several locales that cater to Naughty Boys. There is also Soi 6 plus Soi LK Metro and the surrounding areas. Moreover, Walking Street has ever-more "civilian" traffic, and I find it a little off-putting to stay someplace where tour groups are constantly trudging by. Again, as the Thais like to say: Up To You.

My recommendation would be to fire up Agoda.com and use the function that displays hotel on a map. You can easily get an idea of what lodging is available in what locations at what price.

Bunky

Can't get much closer to action if you stay in Soi 6 (Queen Victoria Inn). It allows easy access to other areas also.

[QUOTE=Mdbksa; 1402539]Heading to Pattaya in July, which of the below would be best to stay in.

Want to be close to the action,

Thanks,

Mark[/QUOTE]I think Soi 13 and Soi 12 are good central locations. The nearest action would be Beach Road. It's also close to Soi Diana / LK Metro. And about equidistant from Soi 6 and Walking Street.

Pattaya Center Hotel is on Soi 12, although haven't stayed there in ages, I did like it when I did.

I'm planning to go to Pattaya tomorrow for the weekend from BKK. I have been there a few times but its been years. I usually just roll in on the bus with no reservation and wander around until I find something. I would like to spend 1000 baht for a simple nice room in a guesthouse or maybe hotel. Is it going to be hard to find a room available? I've just been looking at some hotels online to get prices and it seems like a lot of places are sold out.

Also, I've never really explored away from Walking street so I'm thinking I'll try to find a place near Soi LK Metro or Soi 6. Never been there, only read about it online. Is that a good area to find 1000 baht guesthouses?

[QUOTE=China 69; 1403841]I'm planning to go to Pattaya tomorrow for the weekend from BKK. I have been there a few times but its been years. I usually just roll in on the bus with no reservation and wander around until I find something. I would like to spend 1000 baht for a simple nice room in a guesthouse or maybe hotel. Is it going to be hard to find a room available? I've just been looking at some hotels online to get prices and it seems like a lot of places are sold out.

Also, I've never really explored away from Walking street so I'm thinking I'll try to find a place near Soi LK Metro or Soi 6. Never been there, only read about it online. Is that a good area to find 1000 baht guesthouses?[/QUOTE]Never stayed here, but this is a place at LK Metro that may be worth checking out.

[url]http://www.3sompattaya.com/index.html[/url]

You can get something under 1000 bhat and its where you want to be anyway.

[QUOTE=China 69; 1403841]I'm planning to go to Pattaya tomorrow for the weekend from BKK. I have been there a few times but its been years. I usually just roll in on the bus with no reservation and wander around until I find something. I would like to spend 1000 baht for a simple nice room in a guesthouse or maybe hotel. Is it going to be hard to find a room available? I've just been looking at some hotels online to get prices and it seems like a lot of places are sold out.

Also, I've never really explored away from Walking street so I'm thinking I'll try to find a place near Soi LK Metro or Soi 6. Never been there, only read about it online. Is that a good area to find 1000 baht guesthouses?[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=China 69; 1403841]I'm planning to go to Pattaya tomorrow for the weekend from BKK. I have been there a few times but its been years. I usually just roll in on the bus with no reservation and wander around until I find something. I would like to spend 1000 baht for a simple nice room in a guesthouse or maybe hotel. Is it going to be hard to find a room available? I've just been looking at some hotels online to get prices and it seems like a lot of places are sold out.

Also, I've never really explored away from Walking street so I'm thinking I'll try to find a place near Soi LK Metro or Soi 6. Never been there, only read about it online. Is that a good area to find 1000 baht guesthouses?[/QUOTE]You can have a very decent guesthouse for 500, but the location will require to rent a motorbike. I'll post where if interested.

There is a Hotel on second street, I think it is on the 12th block. I stayed at this joint few times, It is girl-friendly. The name is: "Ice Inn".

[QUOTE=Paul Kausch; 1403933]Never stayed here, but this is a place at LK Metro that may be worth checking out.

[url]http://www.3sompattaya.com/index.html[/url][/QUOTE]That looks like a good option, it's 800 for a "Superior Room". I just emailed to see if a room is available.

Hi,

Do you know Dynasty Inn on Soi 13 and 2nd Road?

Above all I'd like to know if there are large rooms and if it is a good hotel for cheap money.

Then I'd like to weigh up the pros and cons.

Thanks

[QUOTE]I'd like to know if there are large rooms and if it is a good hotel for cheap money.[/QUOTE]The Dynasty Inn is on Soi 13 between Beach Road and Second Road. In my opinion this is an excellent location. You can easily walk to Beach Road and catch a southbound baht bus to Walking Street. You can just as easily walk to Second Road and catch a northbound baht bus to Soi 6. And if you want to visit the up-and-coming naughty boy establishments on Soi LK Metro you can walk there too. Soi 13 is also very convenient in terms of your day-to-day needs. It's very close to a Family Mart and a 7/11, plus there is a grocery store across the street in The Avenue shopping mall. There are several beer bars close by, and a Starbucks and McDonald's if you like American fast food. Soi 13 is also home to the Sportsman Pub, and the legendary Lek Hotel buffet, which is open for breakfast and dinner. There are also a couple of food carts and a laundry. Finally, Soi 13 is a quiet little part of Central Pattaya with a very laid back vibe.

I have not stayed at the Dynasty Inn, but you can check out their web site here:

[url]http://www.dynastyinn.com/Pattaya/Dynasty-pattaya-homepage.html[/url]

The rooms are on the small side, and they charge high season rates from November through April. Looks like you'll pay 1480 baht for a standard room, with the superior room costing an extra 200 baht. That's on the high side for a basic room in Central Pattaya. But the location is superb and being right in the middle of everything and so close to the beach costs a little extra. You can probably save 500 baht per night and stay in an equivalent room by lodging on Soi Buakaow. If you go with a guest house in that part of town you can probably save about 700 baht per night. If you are a first-time visitor and not very familiar with Pattaya, I would recommend staying at any of the hotels on Soi 13. The location is ideal for newbies.

Bunky

I have never stayed there but walked in and looked at the rooms. They are ok. I've stayed next door at the White House Condotel for my last 6 trips. I believe it is nicer than the Dynasty. White House and Dynasty both have websites to book direct with the hotels. I'm actually looking for a newer place in the same price range for my next trip.

Soi 13 is the best soi to stay in Pattaya IMHO.

[QUOTE]I've stayed next door at the Whitehouse Condotel for my last 6 trips. I believe it is nicer than the Dynasty.[/QUOTE]The "superior room" at the Whitehouse Condotel goes for 1500 baht per night in the high season. That's about the same as the rooms at the Dynasty Inn, but to my mind the Whitehouse is a nicer property. It's a quiet place that caters to golfers, while still being joiner friendly. Also, I think the Whitehouse throws in a free breakfast. It's not very elaborate, but it's a nice way to start the day and the dining room is a quiet cozy place that's usually empty once the golfers clear out early in the morning.

Bunky

[QUOTE=FoxesHunter; 1404710]Hi,

Do you know Dynasty Inn on Soi 13 and 2nd Road?

Above all I'd like to know if there are large rooms and if it is a good hotel for cheap money.

Then I'd like to weigh up the pros and cons.

Thanks[/QUOTE]
I've stayed there a few times. I usually book a Superior room and am happy with it. Not sure how you define large. I don't think they are huge, but they are not tiny either.

The smallest rooms I've ever stayed at were at the Ibis. The showers were particularly small.

I've never checked out the White House, although I've thought about it. Others have mentioned it's nice, and tripadvisor rates it higher, so I may change my reservation in April.

The whitehouse page looks like 1500 is the prepaid price, but I haven't clicked through.

I think you are right, Whitehouse Condotel is better than Dynasty Inn, but Dynasty Inn is cheaper and above all you have not to pay it in advance.

[QUOTE=RBDave;1405340]I've stayed there a few times. I usually book a Superior room and am happy with it. Not sure how you define large. I don't think they are huge, but they are not tiny either.[/QUOTE]Can you tell me if there are a good bathroom and shower?

Thanks

Sabai Wing is not too bad for the money. They have a restaurant in the adjacent Sabai Lodge which does breakfast for 200 baht. It is pretty good. This is the first time I have stayed on this side of Pattaya but I like it and would return.

I checked into Whitehouse yesterday and I have to say, I think it is much nicer than Dynasty Inn. I normally get the Superior room at Dynasty, but the room at Whitehouse is cheaper although you have to pay in advance. Also, their payment process is a bit odd. You have to pay with Paypal and it takes a while (about one day) before you get your confirmation that you've got your room even after you've paid.

The Whitehouse makes you read the house rules when you check in, then they read them to you as well for confirmation. There are only a few rules, one is the breakfast time (which is included in the price, unlike Dynasty) , another is that one guest is allowed free of charge, but each additional guest at the same time will include a 500 THB charge. They take the girls I'd and when she leaves, calls your room to make sure it's okay to return it.

They clean the room very quickly. I went to 7-11 for about five to seven minutes, they saw me leave and immediately cleaned my room and were done before I got back. I'd stay again.

One other thing I like about this hotel which is they provide a wash cloth. Many three star hotels in Thailand don't do this and I really miss it when I bath and shave. I usually have to go purchase one from someplace.

[QUOTE=Allover; 1417502]There are many hotel choices in Pattaya. There is not one "premier" hotel for mongering. Rather than talk about one hotel, let's talk about some of the other choices. Have any of you found a hotel with connecting rooms? I usually go with a wingman and connecting rooms are ideal for two guys traveling there together.

P. S. Nice going Jackson.[/QUOTE]Residence Garden has one and two bedroom accommodations. I've stayed there many times, but it's location is a little limiting, mostly to walking street. Last time, I stayed on Soi 13 instead and really enjoyed it. However, RG is really quiet if you want that. Also, RG has a really good (not included) American breakfast. Excellent home fried potatoes.

[url]http://www.theresidencegarden.com/en/[/url]

[QUOTE=RBDave; 1417510]Residence Garden has one and two bedroom accommodations. I've stayed there many times, but it's location is a little limiting, mostly to walking street. Last time, I stayed on Soi 13 instead and really enjoyed it. However, RG is really quiet if you want that. Also, RG has a really good (not included) American breakfast. Excellent home fried potatoes.

[url]http://www.theresidencegarden.com/en/[/url][/QUOTE]Thanks for the response. I've been to Residence Garden and liked it. I haven't stayed there lately mainly due to location. It's a little out of the way.

[QUOTE=Allover;1417877]Thanks for the response. I've been to Residence Garden and liked it. I haven't stayed there lately mainly due to location. It's a little out of the way.[/QUOTE]Hey Bro. As you mention it's out the way and difficult to stagger back to at the end of a hard night. It's not joiner friendly. Apart from one guest. They didn't clean my room every day. In fact it was only cleaned three times during my 5 nights there. The third time I had to ask. When you're mongering it's important to get those soiled sheets cleaned at least once a day. Don't you think so dude?

Hey guys,

Does anyone have any experience or reports of these two hotels on Soi 10? Is one preferable over the other?

How is the construction and noise level on Soi 10? I read there has been a lot of construction in the area?

[QUOTE]How is the construction and noise level on Soi 10?[/QUOTE]The construction is finished, so you don't need to worry about that.

There is a beer bar complex on the southwest corner of Soi 10 and Second Road. Two of the bars book live bands to perform at night, and they are very loud. When I stayed at the Page 10 hotel the racket was audible despite the double-glazed windows and sliding doors. I would *not* recommend a room on the south side of that hotel, facing Soi 10. (Unless you make it habit to party until the very wee hours.)

The Sea Me Spring hotels, however, are closer to Beach Road than Soi 10. In theory the Battle Of The Bands would be less audible there. But I have not stayed at either place so I can't say from first-hand experience.

Bunky

Taking my next trip to Pattaya in about 7-weeks. I got some info on a reputable limo service (ok, a Camry with leather seats and a cold beer when we arrived) ; my last two trips, but lost the info. Can someone help a brother out here? Something that doesn't charge up front, natch!

[QUOTE=Nixonbd;1432299]Taking my next trip to Pattaya in about 7-weeks. I got some info on a reputable limo service (ok, a Camry with leather seats and a cold beer when we arrived) ; my last two trips, but lost the info. Can someone help a brother out here? Something that doesn't charge up front, natch![/QUOTE]Easy to arrange with Mr. Keak. Not permitted to post an email address for him, but here is his website: [url]http://www.pattaya-taxi.com[/url]

1, 000 Baht to Pattaya in a nice Camry or similar. Comfortable ride. Courteous driver. It's a no-brainer for me.

SW

[QUOTE=Nixonbd;1432299]Taking my next trip to Pattaya in about 7-weeks. I got some info on a reputable limo service (ok, a Camry with leather seats and a cold beer when we arrived) ; my last two trips, but lost the info. Can someone help a brother out here? Something that doesn't charge up front, natch![/QUOTE]I use this company every time I travel to LOS.

[url]http://www.pattaya-taxi.com/index.html[/url]

[QUOTE=Tomjackin; 1432310]I use this company every time I travel to LOS.

[url]http://www.pattaya-taxi.com/index.html[/url][/QUOTE]Besides these hotels are there any more of these over in Thailand? I guess they are.

Plus one on Khun Keak. Easy to book via e-mail and very reliable. If you are willing to pay a little extra you can specify the type of car. If you go for the basic service you'll get whoever you get. That said, I have had good luck and usually score a nice car like a Camry or better. Last time I had minivan to myself. The driver was a roly-poly women of indeterminate age who played a CD of Glen Campbell's greatest hits on the drive down to Pattaya. Nothing like listening to "Wichita Lineman" as the Thai countryside rolls by. As for the beer, all cab drivers will be happy to stop at a 7/11 enroute. I think it's polite to buy something for the driver, non-alcoholic of course.

Bunky

What hotel is this?

[QUOTE=Browner;1430479]Nefarious. I liked it.[/QUOTE]

I am staying at the Dusit D2. Not sure if I'll add much from some of the other posts on the Dusit D2, but here are some of my observations:

Overall, it's a nice hotel. I sprung for the 2 level room, but not sure if I would do it again.

Things I like:

* It's newer / clean.

* Good bed and firm which I prefer.

* Pool is nice and not many people using it.

* AC works great and they leave a card, so you can keep the AC on while you are out.

Things that are a little annoying:

* No towel or place for towel in the bathroom area.

* No self-cleaning toilet (Japanese-style)

* Not sure if I'm a fan of the open area bathroom / bedroom. Stayed at the Grande Centre Termine 21 and they had pocket doors which I appreciated.

* Curtains do not close all the way and light comes in slightly in the morning (bought some cheap clothes pins to resolve that)

* The bedroom area is a little cramped with little room to maneuver around the bed.

* No nightstand ie place for condoms, but there is a little space next to the bed which houses the light switches which can serve as the same purpose.

Overall, I'd probably stay here again, but not in the 2 level room. Also, I'm on the street-side, so it's a little louder. My guess is the poolside is a bit quieter.

Hey all,

Anyone stayed at this hotel before? Is this a girl friendly hotel or do you have to pay the 1000 baht joiner fee?

Thanks,

FB

[QUOTE]I sprung for the two-level room. I'd probably stay here again, but not in the two-level room. Also, I'm on the street-side, so it's a little louder. My guess is the poolside is a bit quieter.[/QUOTE]The Dusit D2 makes an ideal base of operations for punters. You can easily walk to Beach Road and catch a baht bus headed south to Walking Street. The return trip is even faster via the baht buses that run north on Second Road. If Soi 6 is your destination, you can step out the hotel's front door and catch a baht bus in about 30 seconds. Soi LK Metro is about a five minute walk. If you are new to Pattaya, or you just want to minimize transportation hassles, the Dusit D2 is superb.

Sounds like you stayed in the "D Suite."

[url]http://www.dusit.com/dusit-d2/en/dusitd2-baraquda-pattaya-accommodation/d-suite.html[/url]

There are only a couple of those suites. One end of them overlooks Second Road and the other overlooks the pool. So I can understand why you'd hear traffic noise. The D Suite is definitely impressive, but it seems like the design sometimes maximizes the wow factor at the expense of guest comfort. If you're looking to splash out, it's fine. But it's poor value for money.

If you go back, consider a Studio Suite room.

[url]http://www.dusit.com/dusit-d2/en/dusitd2-baraquda-pattaya-accommodation/studio-suite-room.html[/url]

It's less expensive than the D Suite (although still far from cheap) and it is farther from Second Road so you shouldn't be bothered by traffic noise. All the D Suites overlook the pool and face north.

Bunky

I agree it's a beautiful hotel with an outstanding location. But Pattaya is a place where you can find a much more reasonably priced hotel that offers good value. I don't believe D2 or Marriott are places you need to use in Pattaya. I would save the money for other uses.

[QUOTE=Allover;1437965]I agree it's a beautiful hotel with an outstanding location. But Pattaya is a place where you can find a much more reasonably priced hotel that offers good value. I don't believe D2 or Marriott are places you need to use in Pattaya. I would save the money for other uses.[/QUOTE]I usually stay at the Marriott but I agree with this statement. If you somehow spend so much on a hotel you can't spend on the real value of Pattaya, the girls, then its not worth it.

I have visited friend that stayed at both LK Empress and LK Renaissance. Both Excellent hotels IMHO.

I am currently staying at the Sea Me Spring Hotel in Beach Road Soi 10:

[url]http://www.seamespringhotel.com/index.html[/url]

It is my second time at this hotel, and they told me that they currently have a special promotion on-going in July (only). They offer a "member card" for 350 THB, which is valid for 2 years. With this card, you get a discount of 300 THB on the published room rates. However, now during July, for stays in July, they increased the discount to 500 THB per day on the published room rates. Hence, the card is amortized within one single day. Condition is, however, that you book with the hotel directly and not through any of the booking machines like Agoda or Booking. You might need to send an email to them since the deal with the member card does not appear in their own booking system.

The hotel is quite new, has nice and clean rooms. These are a bit dark, though, since walls and floors are all in a grey, rather than white. On the other hand, they all have a balcony (at least the deluxe rooms, I am not sure about the Me room) , either with sea view (not really necessary) or city view.

There is a pool on the roof top. Not very big, but good enough.

Furthermore, the hotel's location is pretty convenient in Soi 10. Therefore, almost everything of importance within walking distance: Soi 6, WS, Soi LK Metro, Honey 1 Body Massage, plenty of restaurants in the Beach Road.

I brought some girls to my room without any problem. They did not ask for the I'd (what is good or bad). Have a look at the "policy" on their website. They clarify that they don't charge for visitors, but keep their I'd.

I did not check, but I assume that the same discount also applies to the Sea Me Spring Too Hotel as well; they are of the same family.

Perhaps some of the fellow mongers are interested. Note that I have no relationship with the hotel nor any financial interest in it.

Wonderer

I just recently returned home after another great visit in Pattaya. I stayed at Intimate Hotel by Tim Boutique. I chose this hotel because I had stayed there before and had a good experience.

Location:
The hotel is located just off 2nd road on Soi 14. For the me, the location is excellent because it is in the middle of all my favorite places to visit. I could easily walk to my favorite agogo bar (Office) and Devil's Den in about 5 minutes and could walk to Walking Street in maybe 20 minutes or so. Each time I walked to Walking Street, I always stopped along the way for some food and a massage. I'm not in much of a hurry there. I just enjoyed taking in the sights and sounds of Beach Road or 2nd Road, so the walk there seemed not too bad. If you don't like walking so much, you can walk over to Beach Road and catch the Baht Bus (10 baht) and you'll be at Walking Street in no time. The hotel is also very near Pattaya Avenue Mall (there is a McDonald's there) and the Royal Garden Plaza (it's the mall with the Ripley's Believe It or Not). It is even within walking distance of the massive Central Festival Pattaya mall (at the Hilton Hotel). For me, the location is perfect.

Pros:
Very clean and well-maintained.
Comfortable bed. (The pillows were not bad, but a little hard for me as I am used to a soft feather pillow).
In room safe box (4 digit code you can change as needed).
Very good Air conditioning system (multiple settings and powerful).
Large shower. Room enough for a chubby guy and one or maybe even two girls if you want. The shower head is large (about 12" by 12") and the water flow is excellent (I always had problems with this at cheap hotels) and there is s much hot water as you want.
Deep, good-sized bathtub. Again, room enough for you and the girl of your choice.
Super nice maids who like to talk and joke around with the customers (open to requests for extra sheets, towels, etc). I suggest you give them a small tip each day (maybe 50 baht). I found a little goes a long way for excellent service with maids.
Very good laundry service (smells good, clean, and neatly folded) at an acceptable competitive price.
Nice swimming pool with a bar in the pool and tanning deck.
The hotel is girl friendly. There is no joiner fee for one girl, but 1, 000 baht extra for additional girls if you want more than one.
The front desk checks the ID card of the girl to make sure she is of age (must be 20 years old) and holds the I'd until you come down or call to let them know everything is OK for her to leave. I like this because it protects the guest.
Respectful staff and very helpful manager (I emailed her with a few questions and she is really great)
Wifi (I got Free wifi while I was there because of a special promo)
Good buffet breakfast is available. I had it last time I was there, but didn't get it this time because I rarely wake up in time for breakfast.

Cons:
It is it about $65 per night, which is not bad in my opinion but I know some people prefer to pay under $50.
They normally they charge 350 baht for 24 hours of use of wifi. If you stay 12 days, and use the internet about 2 hours a day, then this is not too bad. I talked with the manager while I was there and explained to her that free wifi is becoming an expectation of travelers and I suggested they make it free considering that most hotels now give it free and some travelers simply will not stay at a hotel that doesn't have free wifi. She seemed open to this suggestion and said she would try to make it free in the future.
You have to keep the room key (card) in the slot for power to work anywhere in the room. They gave me only 1 key even though I checked in with a girlfriend (she stayed with me a few days when I arrived). Other cards will not work for the power.

Summary:
For me, this continues to be my hotel of choice. Yes there are more fancy hotels and to be sure many cheaper hotels in Pattaya, but in my opinion this hotel will continue to be my choice when I visit Pattaya in the future. I booked through Agoda and the hotel also has a website with pictures and other information. The manager is quick to respond to email inquires.

Feel free to PM me with questions.

[QUOTE=Nefarious; 1448444]Summary:

For me, this continues to be my hotel of choice. Yes there are more fancy hotels and to be sure many cheaper hotels in Pattaya, but in my opinion this hotel will continue to be my choice when I visit Pattaya in the future. I booked through [B]Agoda[/B] And the hotel also has a website with pictures and other information. The manager is quick to respond to email inquires.

Feel free to PM me with questions.[/QUOTE]I wrote a report in the Bangkok Hotels thread about 4 or 5 weeks ago how I accidently found my same room at the Solo Hotel for $15 less than what I had paid through Agoda. So when you want to return, shop around a little. Wotif has been good for me and the response to my post listed several other options.

[QUOTE=Wonderer; 1447186]I am currently staying at the Sea Me Spring Hotel in Beach Road Soi 10:

Wonderer[/QUOTE]Is there much noise from the construction of the hotels on Soi 10 / Beach Road?

[QUOTE=Monopoly;1448925]Is there much noise from the construction of the hotels on Soi 10 / Beach Road?[/QUOTE]You may hear some noise during daytime, but they stop during night time. I have a (non-sea-view) deluxe room facing towards Soi 10, I. E. Not directly to the construction site, and I never had any problem.

The only problem was a deaf neighbor who thought with the TV sound turned to full volume, he could hear better.

Wonderer

After too many weeks of staying in a cheap, dirtish place I had enough and moved to this resort, so far I'm very happy.

This is probably one of the largest driving ranges in North Pattaya, altough I couldn't care less about golf. It is located very near to the bus station, so that you can just walk over to/from in 5 minutes crossing the road, check maps for all the details. There are basically two accomodations available, the apartment at 650 Bt daily, and the resort room at 1050, of course the latter is larger and much better decorated. Both come with free breakfast, access to pool, mini-gym, wifi, etc. I've got a room in the apartment building and it is queaky clean, the maid aligned my shoes and ordered my stuff, placing another set of toiletries by the TV. Just lovely. Breakfast is good with various hot choices in asian style, there is an in-room menu with modest prices, option to pay in USD with prices must have dated back to the old days of 40 Bt per $1, so one cheap charlie cold even exploit that. All the place looks a little bit as if taken from 80s. The staff is all friendly and available, like "motorbike park outside". "can I park inside?". "OK mai pen lai". If you take visitors from walking street or beach road it's just a little longer ride from the locations they are most used to, if they quibble just grab their pussies, mention cancellation and they will shut up.

[QUOTE=Wonderer; 1449138]You may hear some noise during daytime, but they stop during night time. I have a (non-sea-view) deluxe room facing towards Soi 10, I. E. Not directly to the construction site, and I never had any problem.

The only problem was a deaf neighbor who thought with the TV sound turned to full volume, he could hear better.

Wonderer[/QUOTE]Wow nice with some additional constructionnoise. I just booked a couple of nights (Sunday. Tuesday) sea view room high floors and now I read your report. Well what the heck I have stayed there before (normaly I stay at LK Empress but it was fully booked) and atleast I like the rooms and wifi (very quick) and they have actually a quite big fridge in room (most important to me next to kitchenette). Hopefully the takeouts (P4P) will not be to disturbed.

[QUOTE=Marcos;1451252]After too many weeks of staying in a cheap, dirtish place I had enough and moved to this resort, so far I'm very happy. the maid aligned my shoes[/QUOTE]Wow I can not imagine the shoes all ligned up as well. This was a nice report and I am sure P4P would maby complain a bit at first if it is not like in the "citycenter" but after seeing bahts flying out the window then now problem atleast for a nice chap as yourself.

Needed some input on a particular issue based on your experience, for my next venture in November to Pattaya. I have tried Jasmine, Areca and Citin Loft in the past and wanted to try something different.

1. Hotel recommendations if you are planning late night pulls out of insomnia, Ibar and Mixx or the go-go's between 2-4 am.

2. What are the transport options and safety issues (not renting a bike) involved in getting back from Walking Street to your hotel at the odd hours with your pick and the costs say to Soi 11.

3. If you are renting a bike, which are the safest places to park it near Walking Street.

[QUOTE=CorporateMalaya; 1457224]Needed some input on a particular issue based on your experience, for my next venture in November to Pattaya. I have tried Jasmine, Areca and Citin Loft in the past and wanted to try something different.

1. Hotel recommendations if you are planning late night pulls out of insomnia, Ibar and Mixx or the go-go's between 2-4 am.

2. What are the transport options and safety issues (not renting a bike) involved in getting back from Walking Street to your hotel at the odd hours with your pick and the costs say to Soi 11.

3. If you are renting a bike, which are the safest places to park it near Walking Street.[/QUOTE]1. I don't think it matters where you stay as long as it is close to Beach Road or Second Road. See #2.

2. Transportation in and around most of the area is very easy to get. First, you can take the baht bus (the little blue trucks with a sitting area / cage on the back). They cost only 10 baht per ride. Make sure you get on with other people or you might end up being asked to rent the vehicle like a regular taxi. If you want to go to Walking street from a hotel near Soi 11, just jump on a baht bus along Beach Road. If you want to return to your hotel, jump on the bus on Second Road. These are one-way streets. Just pat attention to major landmarks near Soi 11 or wherever your hotel I. You also have another option of renting a motorbike taxi. Those cost 50 baht anywhere in the immediate area. You need to tell him where you want to go and tell him you will pay 50 baht. Don't ask him how much or he will tell you 300 baht or more.

3. If you decide to rent a motorbike to get around and see more of Pattaya, that's cool, however I wouldn't advise riding it when you've been drinking. You need to make sure you have helmets and proper documentation (international drivers license, your home drivers license must have a motorbike endorsement). Also, make sure you have proper insurance to cover any accident. The Pattaya police don't seem t bother locals, but if you look like a tourist, be prepared to get pulled over for a shake down. Yes, a bribe. They just want cash brother. When you're out on Walking Street, just use the baht bus. It is easy and cheap.

Have a great time. Take a visit to Soi LK Metro. There are a couple of good agogos there. Also, Devil's Den is there if you want to try a threesome, but make sure you don't let the girls get lazy on you.

[QUOTE=Nefarious;1448444]You have to keep the room key (card) in the slot for power to work anywhere in the room. They gave me only 1 key even though I checked in with a girlfriend (she stayed with me a few days when I arrived). Other cards will not work for the power.[/QUOTE]If its the credit card sized swipe card, I normally carry one of my expired cards and they work perfectly for the power! Its needed when you cannot wait until the AC gets the room temperature down after you've been out for too long in the heat of Pattaya!

Regards,

A

I have a valid California Driver and and International License. I don't have a motorycycle license of any kind. Will the police will ticket me in Pattaya when I get pulled over? Can they read the licenses well enough to understand there is no motorbike endorsement?

[QUOTE=Allover;1457553]I have a valid California Driver and and International License. I don't have a motorycycle license of any kind. Will the police will ticket me in Pattaya when I get pulled over? Can they read the licenses well enough to understand there is no motorbike endorsement?[/QUOTE]With all respect and not in any way meaning to doubt your riding skills, I hope you do ride motorcycles in California and have some kind of motorbike training or experience before you go riding in Pattaya. You could ride there for weeks with no trouble at all (from the police or in the form of accidents) , but the way some lunatics drive in this country could screw you up bad. Some of my Thai friends admit that Thais are in general bad drivers. I witnessed two motorcycle accidents in Pattaya during my two week trip last February and both of them ended up with the motorbike in small pieces and plenty of blood on the pavement. Neither one was the fault of the rider but could have (in my view) been prevented by following the rule "never go with a motorcycle where your eyes have not been at least 5 seconds before". This accident I did not witness:

[url]http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=048_1371301466[/url]

If you feel confident with your skills, bring a good helmet (instead of going with 100 baht helmets the rentals are provided with) and have eyes in your back. Watch out for baht buses which will stop and pull to the side of the road very quickly. With common sense and alert mind riding in Pattaya traffic can be a lifting experience.

Regarding your original question, if the Pattaya police target the tourist bikers they probably will be able to check your international license. After all, there is a stamp in the top box beside your picture or there isn't. But the odds of police stopping you at all are quite slim, especially if you stay in Central and South Pattaya and don't wander towards Naklua or Jomtien. I may be wrong, so correct me, fellows with more knowledge.

I have encountered a police check-point only once, at the top of Pattaya mountain. I did not have my international license on me so I just followed the advice of a Thai friend and ignored the police and sped along. Stupid, I agree and "I will not do it again, officer, sir"! On the other hand, my Farang friends were stopped twice last October, once in Naklua end of beach road and once on Sukhumvit and "fined" 300 baht each. The police were, according to my friends,"polite and businesslike". If you were to be involved in an accident (by your fault or not) , not having the motorcycle endorsement could mean paying through your nose for damages.

Ride safely and have fun!

[QUOTE=Allover;1457553]I have a valid California Driver and and International License. I don't have a motorycycle license of any kind. Will the police will ticket me in Pattaya when I get pulled over? Can they read the licenses well enough to understand there is no motorbike endorsement?[/QUOTE]Regarding the advice on bringing a helmet don't! Unless you actually live here don't! Why it will be gone as soon as you leave it hanging unless you can fit it under the seat or what to carry it everywhere you go don't. If you got to have a USAA standard helmet approved you can go to the Mityon Dealer parts and equipment on Pattaya Tai on off Soi 15, and get one as much as 40, 000 baht.

Sounds like you got most likely a AAA International Permit, (not a license) as most of us think it is!

With that you 99. 9% should be okay as long as you and your passenger are wearing helmet. So, just make sure the bike you rent has a updated sticker year 2557, to be able to get that the Thai insurance (medical) will automatically be updated. You want to cut down on any reason for them to write aticket. Whenever I get stopped which is often I drive everywhere I pull out all my paperwork in a packet along with my Thai license hand it to them.

My neighbor is a cop, he is the fat lazy fuck on the corner of Pattaya Klang and 3rd Road during the day. The guy barely can say two words in English which is his hand out (give me) and they have been instructed and train to look for the International Permit and verify the picture they can't read and don't understand the stamps next to the endorsements for a motorbike. They just want to see the book! Just look and speak with confidents and off you go? And if not, ask them the infraction and to save time and money? Because if you get stop in Naklau you will have to go to Banglamung and that is a lot of trouble otherwise most of the time you will have to go to Soi 9 near Central festival? Just say to the guy, I'm busy," can you take care for me " slip him his request but make sure you get the permit back right there. Oh, with the permit never mind giving him your Calif driver license!

LBM

[B]Hotel recommendations if you are planning late night pulls out of Walking Street venues? [/B]

[B]What are the transport options and safety issues (not renting a bike) involved in getting back from Walking Street to your hotel at the odd hours with your pick and the costs say to Soi 11. [/B]

The baht buses run less frequently in the wee hours of the morning, but they still run. The drivers know that lots of people party late into the night on Walking Street, so there are always going to be buses available. To find them, exit Walking Street under the giant television screen and turn right on South Pattaya Road, also know as Pattaya Thai. You'll see the baht buses lined up on the left side. If you want the cheapest ride, keep walking until you see a baht bus that already has passengers on board. When it's busy you may need to walk to the head of the column up near Second Road. There are also baht buses that leave from the same place that head north up Soi Buakaow.

If you are not price sensitive you can hop on the very first baht bus you see. The driver understands that to mean you are hiring him to drive you (and only you) directly to your destination like a taxi. It's wise to work out a fare in advance. If you're not going far it shouldn't be more than 200 baht.

Given the excellent baht bus service leaving Walking Street you can stay just about anywhere in the "touristy" part of town. In my view, you can choose any hotel that suits your fancy that is:

East of the beach.

West of Soi Buakaow.

North of Pattaya Tai.

South of Pattaya Nua.

Of course there are hotels and guesthouses close to Walking Street, some of them quite nice. But you don't need to book one just because you're planning to stay up late.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bunky; 1457820][B]

Given the excellent baht bus service leaving Walking Street you can stay just about anywhere in the "touristy" part of town. In my view, you can choose any hotel that suits your fancy that is:

East of the beach.

West of Soi Buakaow.

North of Pattaya Tai.

South of Pattaya Nua.

Of course there are hotels and guesthouses close to Walking Street, some of them quite nice. But you don't need to book one just because you're planning to stay up late.

Bunky[/QUOTE]That's the kind of supportive info, I was looking for.

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan;1457736]Regarding the advice on bringing a helmet don't! Unless you actually live here don't! Why it will be gone as soon as you leave it hanging unless you can fit it under the seat or what to carry it everywhere you go don't.[/QUOTE]I brought a helmet over last year and left it with friends at Jomtien. It is not an integral helmet, but is CE approved. It fits under the seat of some 125 cc rental scooters. There is no room for another helmet after that, though, so LBM has a valid point: what's the use if you have to carry it around if you have passengers. I use it as much as possible. I haven't shopped for motorcycle gear at Pattaya, but Bangkok prices seem seem pretty much the same as EU online prices so maybe I should have bought one here. I had an extra one at home and it did fit into my suitcase.

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan; 1457736]Just look and speak with confidents and off you go? And if not, ask them the infraction and to save time and money?[/QUOTE]Sound advice! I have never been in a situation in Thailand where that was needed. Is there a protocol? Do you have to be discreet about it or can you offer the money openly? In West Africa a policeman once took my money in the middle of a street, counted it and asked: "Are you offering a bribe to me?" "No, sir," I replied,"could you kindly pay the fine in behalf of me because I'm in a hurry". He asked for more. I kindly refused on the grounds that I didn't have any more. When being asked for a permit, I handed over my library card. He took it and said I could come and collect it the next day at the station with the money. Needless to say, that cop still has my library card.

I got stopped yesterday on 2nd road in front of Mikes Shopping Mall, so I guess the checkpoints can be anywhere. I handed over the International Permit, a copy of a passport and a valid license from a European Union country and that was enough. Some other farangs were being ticketed. It looked like they pulled over everybody, including Thai nationals.

Had a good looking room on ground floor for about 1200Baht (online booking) incl. good breakfast (rel. to price).

A girl told me, room is recently renovated. Clean. Free WiFi, also worked in my room. Safe in room. The pool I did not like, because small, and always in the shade.

Because just in middle of Soi 8, easy to use a Bahtbus from / to Walking Area, or Soi 6. I can recommend it for a budget.

[QUOTE=Kurre; 1458869]I brought a helmet over last year and left it with friends at Jomtien. It is not an integral helmet, but is CE approved. It fits under the seat of some 125 cc rental scooters. There is no room for another helmet after that, though, so LBM has a valid point: what's the use if you have to carry it around if you have passengers. I use it as much as possible. I haven't shopped for motorcycle gear at Pattaya, but Bangkok prices seem seem pretty much the same as EU online prices so maybe I should have bought one here. I had an extra one at home and it did fit into my suitcase.

Sound advice! I have never been in a situation in Thailand where that was needed. Is there a protocol? Do you have to be discreet about it or can you offer the money openly? In West Africa a policeman once took my money in the middle of a street, counted it and asked: "Are you offering a bribe to me?" "No, sir," I replied,"could you kindly pay the fine in behalf of me because I'm in a hurry". He asked for more. I kindly refused on the grounds that I didn't have any more. When being asked for a permit, I handed over my library card. He took it and said I could come and collect it the next day at the station with the money. Needless to say, that cop still has my library card.

I got stopped yesterday on 2nd road in front of Mikes Shopping Mall, so I guess the checkpoints can be anywhere. I handed over the International Permit, a copy of a passport and a valid license from a European Union country and that was enough. Some other farangs were being ticketed. It looked like they pulled over everybody, including Thai nationals.[/QUOTE]There is a Mityon parts store on Pattaya Tai between Sukhumvit and 3rd road closer to the Big C, around Soi 15, yellow front. They have all the helmets you need there and prices are as high as 40, 000 baht for a helmet. Although at night on Sukhumvit when I'm angry I have topped off on my PCX 130KM / H, with my 600 baht helmet knowing it wouldn't make a bit of a difference asking the man to take me like LT. Dang in Forrest Gump. Usually I do my normal which is 40-60KM / H gets me from point A to B without a problem and relax I don't see buying a fancy helmet that would most likely be ripped off even if you put it under the seat? If someone see you I myself can pop your seat up in a few seconds tops!

Yes you are right there is a new checkpoint on Second, just outside Mikes a cop on each side. Never been stopped there always wearing helmet and look Thai. At night of course outside police box 2nd and Pattaya Tai. 3rd road and Pattaya Tai across from Tony.

If I do get stopped it usually because I actually did the infraction and if I don't have time or don't want to go through the trouble of going to Soi 9, waiting / paying and then return to the cop to get my license I usually say how much fine? Soi 9, busy, can you pay fine for me I slip the money and give me my license and off I go.

LBM

Checked into Sea Me Spring hotel and I would recommend this hotel for the great location. Very close to all the action and the rooms are quite large with good views. Took the deluxe room but I am sure the standard rooms must also be of good standard. If you bring a lady back, they ask for the original I'd which they retain till the she goes back. I got a call from the reception to check if all was fine when my girl went to collect her I'd. I feel this is a good practice which adds to your safety.

[QUOTE=Member #2635;1461087]Checked into Sea Me Spring hotel and I would recommend this hotel for the great location. Very close to all the action and the rooms are quite large with good views. Took the deluxe room but I am sure the standard rooms must also be of good standard. If you bring a lady back, they ask for the original I'd which they retain till the she goes back. I got a call from the reception to check if all was fine when my girl went to collect her I'd. I feel this is a good practice which adds to your safety.[/QUOTE]Are there any boards or posters outside the hotel advertising rated lower than agoda.

Just checking, saw the mixed reviews on ta, so am deciding between this and Areca.

Has anybody booked April suites, or their sister August Suites before. Can see only non cancellable rates on agoda. Please help!

[QUOTE=CorporateMalaya;1464411]Has anybody booked April suites, or their sister August Suites before. Can see only non cancellable rates on agoda. Please help![/QUOTE]To corporatemalaya.

That is the hotel policy if you don't like it just pick another hotel without non cancellable policy just that simple.

Fast Eddie 48

I will be staying in Pattaya for three nights in December, and have already booked at Jasmine Hotel, and Galaxy Suites, which apparently is right above a gogo bar. I plan to stay at or as close to the Walking street as possible. I have read some remarks in this forum, but there is not much on Jasmine and Galaxy. I am not concerned about lack of sleep or the overtly tourist aspect of Walking street. Any suggestions or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

[QUOTE=CorporateMalaya;1464411]Has anybody booked April suites, or their sister August Suites before. Can see only non cancellable rates on agoda. Please help![/QUOTE]Many places go for that policy during high season. All LK hotels as well. Look around a little and you find good ones without the trouble.

Tim

[QUOTE=Seaman Timmy;1469456]I especially am looking for a large hot tub in the room.[/QUOTE]Check out the Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel:

[url]http://www.dusit.com/dusit-d2/dusitd2-baraquda-pattaya.html[/url]

They offer a "Studio Suite" room that features a large jacuzzi tub that might be what you are looking for.

The Dusit D2 is centrally located and convenient to Walking Street, Soi LK Metro and Soi 6.

Bunky

Have recently stayed at these hotels for almost a week each time. Here's my personal take on them.

LK The Empress: While scouting found that the prices thru most sites (including the Hotel website) were almost the same. However as I was contemplating on the place, the availability on the hotel site quickly evaporated from the hotel site (3 wks. Prior to actual stay, during off season). However I managed to find the same rooms available on Expedia.

Room: Sea View deluxe with Jacuzzi and balcony (US $100) –B / F and Internet incl.

Location: Walkable distance to Walking street / Soi-6 / Soi-LK Metro (some may not prefer it, but I don't mind a 10min walk taking in the views and I do walk at a reasonable pace).

Girl Friendly: Yes. (They do collect the ID but I don't see them paying much attention to. The call back as the girl leaves is sort of hit and miss).

Walk of shame: They don't fckg care.

B / F: B / F ok (If you eat pork, you have got better choice).

Rooms are big & clean with a convenience store attached to the hotel. Small Pool and Ok Gym. I haven't seen any kids (and very few families) during my stay and that is a big plus for me – my sole purpose of staying there being mongering. The Jacuzzi in my room worked pretty fine.

Cons: Not much really. Probably the price in case of a longer stay. It was ok for me as I just stayed hardly for a week and I monger only for 3 4 few weeks in a year.

Hard Rock: Just wanted to try another hotel. Booked Hard Rock thru Late-Stays (lower than Hotel site).

Room: City View deluxe _B / F and internet incl. (US $100)

Location : Closer to Soi-6. However better take the Baht bus if you want to arrive fresh at Walking Street.

Girl Friendly : Yesss. I did confirm with them by mail on guest policy as I read contrasting reports on different blogs. First girl of the night is allowed in free. Second one 1200Baht.

Walk of shame : Mixed. Some at the reception give you the look, some don't. If you are particular, you would notice the uneasiness- of course they say nothing. However they do check the I'd thoroughly. For one of the girls with me, the photo wasn't clear and they weren't happy about it- though they let her in finally when I requested.

B / F: Nice spread.

Rooms are modern and very clean. Food quality is pretty good, although a bit expensive expectedly. Staff friendlier than LK if I had to compare. I think the rest is pretty much standard Hard Rock- nice pool, Gym etc.

The biggest CON for me was that it had too many families / tour groups / a few children. Probably that was the reason the reception gave me the uneasy look every time I brought in a girl early. Having said that I had no issues whatsoever bringing girls and had them with me almost every night. (A few others did too).

Personally, among the two, for pure mongering purposes I would prefer LK the Empress for the location & presence of fewer families. However both are not cheap and probably not economically ideal for a very long stay. Having said that, I am not sure of the long term rates on either.

And don't forget Mr. Bubble!

Is Areca cool with a double take-away, my first booking with them next month. Can somebody visualize for me the process at the reception when bringing your friend in. Read some reports in TA on peoples safes being pilfered by housekeeping. Any experiences or tips, thanks.

[QUOTE=ConquerorVal;1468861]Any suggestions or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.[/QUOTE]Would have to give it Jasmine, it is very quiet, all you will hear is this slight base from the bars. Unless you want to splurge and stay at Siam Bayshore which is around 2, 400.

[QUOTE=Bro2012; 1470427]Are you in there Tom? With a couple of those Kitten Club girls?

Seaman Timmy. When you fire up your PH tub. Don't forget Mr. Bubble! Really helps to enjoy the Jacuzzi Sex[/QUOTE]No, I was not in there yet. I was busy trying to flood the room out with bubbles.

There is a trick to get the most out of Mr. Bubble. Once the water fills over the jets, then pour in some Mr. Bubble, and then turn on the water jets. The girls love to play with the bubbles; it's fun watching them.

I'd like to rent a place in Pattaya for at least a month. I'd like to have a kitchen with a stove and access to a nice swimming pool. Anyone have any recommendations? I'm hoping less than 30k / month.

[QUOTE=RBDave;1471341]I'd like to rent a place in Pattaya for at least a month. I'd like to have a kitchen with a stove and access to a nice swimming pool. Anyone have any recommendations? I'm hoping less than 30k / month.[/QUOTE]Check with:

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

(use her all the time and am back in November)

Or.

[url]http://www.dancewatchers.com/Room_Rental_Menu_for_Pattaya_and_Jomtien_nightly_condo_rentals_by_dancewatchers.com.html[/url]

The A / C unit in the larger room wasn't strong enough to keep it much below 80F. Conversely couldn't get enough hot water to get a nice Jaquizzi. Otherwise the large room was a lot of fun. I like the tripping lights and multi TV setup. Mirror above bed is a big plus!

[QUOTE=Growtek;1471805]The A / C unit in the larger room wasn't strong enough to keep it much below 80F. Conversely couldn't get enough hot water to get a nice Jaquizzi. Otherwise the large room was a lot of fun. I like the tripping lights and multi TV setup. Mirror above bed is a big plus![/QUOTE]Very strange! I like my room to feel like an ice box. Never had any problems achieving this. Also lots of hot water. No problems filling up the tub. Perhaps you should have had a word with the maintenance man. I'm sure he could have worked some magic with his screwdriver!

[QUOTE=Desp Xpat; 1470113]Have recently stayed at these hotels for almost a week each time. Here's my personal take on them.

LK The Empress: While scouting found that the prices thru most sites (including the Hotel website) were almost the same. However as I was contemplating on the place, the availability on the hotel site quickly evaporated from the hotel site (3 wks. Prior to actual stay, during off season). However I managed to find the same rooms available on Expedia.

Room: Sea View deluxe with Jacuzzi and balcony (US $100) –B / F and Internet incl.

Location: Walkable distance to Walking street / Soi-6 / Soi-LK Metro (some may not prefer it, but I don't mind a 10min walk taking in the views and I do walk at a reasonable pace)...[/QUOTE]Would agree with Desp Xpat and have to recommend Lk The Empress.

Pros: Rooms are in very good condition. The hotel seems to be newer. It has a Mediterannean design style but very nice. The hotel is excellent value, we found deluxe rooms for about $80 a night. I would call it a true 4 star, almost 4 1/2 stars for Pattaya. It is very girl friendly, the girls at the front desk know men come to Pattaya to monger and don't even ask for the girls ID. They mind their own business. Best of all, after you finish partying to the wee hours at places like Insomnia at Walking Street, you nap, wake up, and eat their delicious buffet brunch. Then, hopefully you go back to your room, rest some more and then feel energized to bang your chick again before sending her on her way.

TTh

Well that was a long time ago Growtek. Maybe time to take another look. Maybe fire up the Jacuzzi that you missed out on in 2006 or 2007.

[QUOTE=RBDave;1471341]I'd like to rent a place in Pattaya for at least a month. I'd like to have a kitchen with a stove and access to a nice swimming pool. Anyone have any recommendations? I'm hoping less than 30k / month.[/QUOTE]I too have been looking for a place with a full kitchen and a large swimming pool for at least a one-month stay. Since my preferred form of exercise is swimming, the only place that I could find with at least a 20-yard or meter long pool is in Jomtien. It's a bit further out from the Pattaya nightlife than I would prefer, but not so far out that it's not easily accessible by a baht bus.

Here are a few links to rental condos in Jomtien that I found in my research. If you search further, you might find similar condos that are better and / or cheaper. There appears to be a glut of condos so it's a renters market so getting a place cheaper might be possible.

[url]http://www.expat-condos.com/jomtien-beach-condominiums.html[/url]

[url]http://www.expat-condos.com/park-lane-jomtien-resort.html[/url]

[url]http://www.expat-condos.com/jomtien-paradise-condominium.html[/url]

I have no first hand knowledge of any condos in Jomtien so the condition or quality is the great unknown. If you decide to rent a condo in Jomtien or if you find another place, I'd appreciate your feedback in case I want to follow in your footsteps.

Have you looked at View Talay 5 in Jomtien through dancewatchers. Com? I stay in View Talay 6 in Pattaya (next to Central Festival) and it is a great place. I do not have any first hand knowledge of VT 5 though.

[QUOTE=Yujin; 1473060]I too have been looking for a place with a full kitchen and a large swimming pool for at least a one-month stay. Since my preferred form of exercise is swimming, the only place that I could find with at least a 20-yard or meter long pool is in Jomtien. It's a bit further out from the Pattaya nightlife than I would prefer, but not so far out that it's not easily accessible by a baht bus.

SNIPPED.

I have no first hand knowledge of any condos in Jomtien so the condition or quality is the great unknown. If you decide to rent a condo in Jomtien or if you find another place, I'd appreciate your feedback in case I want to follow in your footsteps.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=StudBucket; 1472640]Would agree with Desp Xpat and have to recommend Lk The Empress.

Pros: Rooms are in very good condition. The hotel seems to be newer. It has a Mediterannean design style but very nice. The hotel is excellent value, we found deluxe rooms for about $80 a night. I would call it a true 4 star, almost 4 1/2 stars for Pattaya. It is very girl friendly, the girls at the front desk know men come to Pattaya to monger and don't even ask for the girls I'd. They mind their own business. Best of all, after you finish partying to the wee hours at places like Insomnia at Walking Street, you nap, wake up, and eat their delicious buffet brunch. Then, hopefully you go back to your room, rest some more and then feel energized to bang your chick again before sending her on her way.

TTh[/QUOTE]Till what time is the breakfast on?

[QUOTE=StudBucket; 1472640]Would agree with Desp Xpat and have to recommend Lk The Empress.

Pros: It is very girl friendly, the girls at the front desk know men come to Pattaya to monger and don't even ask for the girls I'd. They mind their own business. Best of all, after you finish partying to the wee hours at places like Insomnia at Walking Street, you nap, wake up, and eat their delicious buffet brunch. Then, hopefully you go back to your room, rest some more and then feel energized to bang your chick again before sending her on her way.

TTh[/QUOTE]So you're picking up some chick (s) , whilst pissed, (in the wee hours) in the Walking Street. And what are you hoping for? Are you hoping for breakfast? What are the chances of you, NOT, waking up to enjoy that delicious buffet brunch? What are the chances of that, unidentified chick, spreading some unidentified substance all over her breasts? You, in your party in the wee hour's condition, gobble on her breasts. She makes noises of approval. 24 hours later you wake up. Missing that delicious buffet brunch. Missing banging that chick again Along with all you valuables. Which, in your party into the wee hour's condition, you left on show in your safe. As for the unidentified girl. Well, the minding their own business staff, probably didn't take any notice as she left. A lot richer than when she entered.

Moral of the story. We love girl friendly hotels. But we need these hotels to have girl friendly security. Because, some of the girls, are not so friendly.

[QUOTE=Yujin; 1473060]I too have been looking for a place with a full kitchen and a large swimming pool for at least a one-month stay. Since my preferred form of exercise is swimming, the only place that I could find with at least a 20-yard or meter long pool is in Jomtien. It's a bit further out from the Pattaya nightlife than I would prefer, but not so far out that it's not easily accessible by a baht bus.

Here are a few links to rental condos in Jomtien that I found in my research. If you search further, you might find similar condos that are better and / or cheaper. There appears to be a glut of condos so it's a renters market so getting a place cheaper might be possible.

[url]http://www.expat-condos.com/jomtien-beach-condominiums.html[/url]

[url]http://www.expat-condos.com/park-lane-jomtien-resort.html[/url]

[url]http://www.expat-condos.com/jomtien-paradise-condominium.html[/url]

I have no first hand knowledge of any condos in Jomtien so the condition or quality is the great unknown. If you decide to rent a condo in Jomtien or if you find another place, I'd appreciate your feedback in case I want to follow in your footsteps.[/QUOTE]I lived in View Talay 5d for four years and found it an ideal unit. It's directly on the baht bus route into town, is well run with good security. View Talay 5c is closer to the beach and is of an equal standard.

They have laundry services, mini mart, Internet cafes and restaurants on the ground floor.

[QUOTE=CorporateMalaya;1473123]Till what time is the breakfast on?[/QUOTE]Hi CM,

First of all, although it does not belong to this specific thread, appreciate your report on the Pattaya thread. Very few guys do take time to share such a detailed one. It inspires me to write my FR too, hopefully will do it asap.

BTW, the B / F timings are standard timing upto 10:30 AM if a remember well. If B / F is your thing, at similar price, one of the best in town is Siam Bayshore (B / F open upto 11:00AM). Although pretty close to Walking street it looses location wise to LK The empress if you consider Soi-6.

Bro 2012,

I have to agree and disagree with you. Shouldn't we all be Bar-Fining instead of Break-Fasting? Hehe. For someone like me who only visit Pattaya occasionally, doesn't booze at all, gym everyday, wake up everyday at the same time due to habit (office timings- I mean live & work in SEA) , B / F could be a consideration. But for most in Pattaya, who's only exercise is mostly on the bed (that's the way it should be, isn't it- damn me) , they wouldn't freaking care about B / F. Each on our own.

[QUOTE=Desp Xpat;1473273]Shouldn't we all be Bar-Fining instead of Break-Fasting?[/QUOTE]Good question there Desp Xpat. Yes of course we should! Make sure you do!

Does anybody have any intelligence or opinions regarding the 'At Mind Serviced Residences'?

I assume it's guest friendly? (If not it's probably in the wrong town!).

The reviews I found were mixed but they mainly complain about the 'service' which is not normally a big deal for me provided the accommodation is decent. But if anyone can advise of any positives or negatives (particularly negatives, for example is the aircon inadequate? Is the Internet too slow? Are there cockroaches six feet tall?) it would be much appreciated.

By the way I have searched this thread, but I couldn't find anything!

Dear All,

I am about to visit Thailand again but this time, I wish to stay only in Pataya. Last trip to Pataya, I stay in a hotel, the place is just so so for me but I am not so much liking their receipt format, as I am on a business trip and I don't want to present to my accounting dept a bill that looks like a motel format (I wonder if the management already did change it, as per my last suggestions). Anyway, I am looking for a decent hotel that is girl friendly and yet near the walking street and of coarse near those action area. Any good suggestions will be much appreciated.

Cheers,

MD

I think there are some people in your accounting department that may already be hip to what you are doing in Pattaya. After all, Pattaya is famous (notorious) for being, well Pattaya, the sex capital of Asia. Anyway, I feel your pain. So if you are looking for a hotel that is accounting department friendly as well as GF friendly, that is not a problem. Dusit D2, Marriott, Hilton, Areca Lodge, even Holiday Inn will all cut the mustard. I think I would avoid staying at the Intimate Hotel by Tim Boutique Hotel. That is a real funny name. I have stayed there and it is a nice hotel, but the name just does not sound kosher.

[QUOTE=Altered Ego; 1476669]Does anybody have any intelligence or opinions regarding the 'At Mind Serviced Residences'?

I assume it's guest friendly? (If not it's probably in the wrong town!).

The reviews I found were mixed but they mainly complain about the 'service' which is not normally a big deal for me provided the accommodation is decent. But if anyone can advise of any positives or negatives (particularly negatives, for example is the aircon inadequate? Is the Internet too slow? Are there cockroaches six feet tall?) it would be much appreciated.

By the way I have searched this thread, but I couldn't find anything![/QUOTE]Further to my own post above. I have answered my own question about whether this place is girl friendly. The answer appears to be yes, according to the 'bar girl friendly hotels' website (remove the spaces if you want to find the site).

But if anybody has been there, I would be most interested to hear of your views!

Hello, anybody has an advice about condo to rent in Pattaya (not jomtien). Something like VT6 except that in peak season (Christmas) VT6 is fully booked. Any idea?

Thank you for any suggestion.

[QUOTE=Macho Dik; 1476744]Dear All,

I am about to visit Thailand again but this time, I wish to stay only in Pataya. Last trip to Pataya, I stay in P*house hotel, the place is just so so for me but I am not so much liking their receipt format, as I am on a business trip and I don't want to present to my accounting dept a bill that looks like a motel format (I wonder if the management already did change it, as per my last suggestions). Anyway, I am looking for a decent hotel that is girl friendly and yet near the walking street and of coarse near those action area. Any good suggestions will be much appreciated.

Cheers,

MD[/QUOTE]What level of per diem are you on, if it is high. Me for example get around 265$ per night in Asia-Pacific region. Would go for one of the better brands such as the Marriot, Amari & Dusit. It is good to have nice food joints in the hotel which can be expensed as well with proper receipts.

Hi,

I just returned from Pattaya. I tried Jasmine hotel which is on a bylane on Walking Street. They are GF and don't charge when you get guests. You can opt for a sea facing room with a balcony on the 5th floor, the cost maybe about 1250 Baht per day. I had a good experience with this hotel. You should try Lucifer Disco and Insomnia which is open till early morning. Have a safe trip!

[QUOTE=CorporateMalaya;1477105]What level of per diem are you on, if it is high. Me for example get around 265$ per night in Asia-Pacific region. Would go for one of the better brands such as the Marriot, Amari & Dusit. It is good to have nice food joints in the hotel which can be expensed as well with proper receipts.[/QUOTE]Nice per diem level. In Pattaya do you claim for the hotel, bar fine and the girl?

Macho Dik has to report to his wife. I doubt if he has a CorporateMachoDik diem.

[QUOTE=CorporateMalaya;1473123]Till what time is the breakfast on?[/QUOTE]To CorporateMalaya

I stay at the Flipper Lodge my last trip standard room INC breakfast is 1125 BHT a night with 4 night stay, they offer free Breakfast or Lunch from 8am. 2pm for you that get up late you can still have Lunch.

Fast Eddie 48

[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1478097]To CorporateMalaya

I stay at the Flipper Lodge my last trip standard room INC breakfast is 1125 BHT a night with 4 night stay, they offer free Breakfast or Lunch from 8am. 2pm for you that get up late you can still have Lunch.

Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Hi FE 48,

Nice to have your referral. I will try this hotel on my coming trip to Pataya. by the way, do they have in room safe? I have seen there is another one by the name of Flipper House. Which is the much newer among the 2? Lastly, I wonder how far is it from walking street?

Cheers,

MD

[QUOTE=Macho Dik;1478116]I have seen there is another one by the name of Flipper House. Which is the much newer among the 2? Lastly, I wonder how far is it from walking street?[/QUOTE]There are 2 of them, the lodge and the house. One at Soi 7, the other nearby on Soi 8. Both will be a 20 min walk to WS, just jump on the baht bus and you will be there in a jiffy. They can be a bit noisy though, check TA for full reviews and pics before you book.

[QUOTE=Bro2012; 1477549]Nice per diem level. In Pattaya do you claim for the hotel, bar fine and the girl?

Macho Dik has to report to his wife. I doubt if he has a CorporateMachoDik diem.[/QUOTE]I don't need to, as receipts are not required. Just budget smartly. 100$ for hotel. 130$ for lady and 35$ for food, bevy and transport.

[QUOTE=CorporateMalaya;1478172]There are 2 of them, the lodge and the house. One at Soi 7, the other nearby on Soi 8. Both will be a 20 min walk to WS, just jump on the baht bus and you will be there in a jiffy. They can be a bit noisy though, check TA for full reviews and pics before you book.[/QUOTE]Hi Corporate Malaya,

Thanks for your reply. I am just about to booked reservation with flipper lodge. Wow. 20 mins walk to walking street? I presume Walking streeet in around Soi 15 or so1 16? Wherein flipper lodge is at soi 8. That will be far?

Sorry, almost forgot Pataya as my last trip there is way back 4 years ago. I wonder which is much better hotel now that will not really far from WS and girl friendly too. I need to booked at least tommorrow. Appreciated much for futher advise. I wonder like Dusit, LK or Areca or Marriot will be the best option? Are they girlfriendly? Accessible to WS?

By the way, what is the on going market prices for BF and LT or ST in Pataya. As my last visit is BKK the BF there is 600 bhat, LT range between 3500 to 4000 BHT and ST at 2000 BHT. How about in Pataya recently?

Cheers,

MD

Okay Gents,

Myself and 3 buds are going back to Pattaya soon, and we are debating between 2 hotels. Typically, my buddies have

Stayed at the Lk Empress in deluxe rooms but they say the prices are somewhat higher (like $95) per night. I frankly

Don't care about the price, but my buddies are somewhat more frugal.

Here are our choices:

1) Miracle Suite $48 per night on Agoda, they are calling it a 4 star. It looks pretty similar in design and room quality to Lk Empress, but photos don't tell much as they could have been taken when the hotel opened.

2) Aya Boutique Hotel is $67 per night for a nice looking modern deluxe room. Looks like the Aya is closer to Walking Street (only 1. 4 km vs. 2.6 km for Miracle Suite).

If anyone can respond about either of these hotels, or preferably if you have stayed at both we would much appreciate it.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Macho Dik; 1478178]Hi Corporate Malaya,

Wow. 20 mins walk to walking street? I presume Walking streeet in around Soi 15 or so1 16? Wherein flipper lodge is at soi 8. That will be far?

I wonder like Dusit, LK or Areca or Marriot will be the best option? Are they girlfriendly? Accessible to WS?

By the way, what is the on going market prices for BF and LT or ST in Pataya. As my last visit is BKK the BF there is 600 bhat, LT range between 3500 to 4000 BHT and ST at 2000 BHT. How about in Pataya recently?

MD[/QUOTE]Pricing for the ladies is pretty similar, some coyote dancers may charge you 800-1000 for a bar-fine. Areca and Dusit were sold out for next week, last time I checked. What is your budget for hotel per night, as the hotels you are mentioning are ranging from a 1200 to 4000 baht per night.

[QUOTE=CorporateMalaya;1478194]Pricing for the ladies is pretty similar, some coyote dancers may charge you 800-1000 for a bar-fine. Areca and Dusit were sold out for next week, last time I checked. What is your budget for hotel per night, as the hotels you are mentioning are ranging from a 1200 to 4000 baht per night.[/QUOTE]Thanks for your reply.

The BF in Pataya seems to be much highier than BKK? In BKK its normal for all bar at 600bht. How about the LT and ST rate there?

My budget per nigh range between 2000 to 3000 BHT. I have been staying at Majestic Grande in BKK with corporate rate of 2700BHT only. But this time wish to spend 2 nights in Pataya instead.

Cheers,

MD

[QUOTE=CorporateMalaya;1478174]I don't need to, as receipts are not required. Just budget smartly. 100$ for hotel. 130$ for lady and 35$ for food, bevy and transport.[/QUOTE]Sounds like a great deal CM. The company pays for your whoring! BTW. I know receipts are not requited with per diems. So my failed attempt at humor doesn't really count as it wasn't!

MD,

The Flipper house and lodge are own by same Group the room in Flipper house is larger cost a bit more but they both been remodeling just last yr, I have stay in both many time Flipper house swimming pool is better no inroom safe but the front desk have safe, you should just take the Bht bus to walking st but I have walk along the beach to check out the WG at beach Road take about 20 min.

Fast Eddie 48

dear all brother in this forum,

i really appreciated for your very helpful informations giving to me with regard to my querries in pattaya, i was now in thailand, in bangkok, but not in pattaya. due to my delay flight arriving bangkok last night, so i just opted to just stay in bangkok and spend some great time there. i have posted some photos at pg. last night, i visited numerous bar, rainbow4, angel witch, spangky to name some. but end up with a girl at the late our disco (bangkok beat) whom happeend to be the girl from biergarden. anyway, will discuss this in bangkok forum.

cheers,

md

[QUOTE=StudBucket; 1478189]Okay Gents,

Myself and 3 buds are going back to Pattaya soon, and we are debating between 2 hotels. Typically, my buddies have

Stayed at the Lk Empress in deluxe rooms but they say the prices are somewhat higher (like $95) per night. I frankly

Don't care about the price, but my buddies are somewhat more frugal.

Here are our choices:

1) Miracle Suite $48 per night on Agoda, they are calling it a 4 star. It looks pretty similar in design and room quality to Lk Empress, but photos don't tell much as they could have been taken when the hotel opened.

2) Aya Boutique Hotel is $67 per night for a nice looking modern deluxe room. Looks like the Aya is closer to Walking Street (only 1. 4 km vs. 2.6 km for Miracle Suite).

If anyone can respond about either of these hotels, or preferably if you have stayed at both we would much appreciate it.

Thanks[/QUOTE]I have stayed at all three hotels Lk Empress, Miracle Suite and Aya Boutique Hotel. The lk is the best IMO of the three. I know the deluxe room can get pricey when it is getting closer to high season. But I have stayed in both the Superior and deluxe rooms. There wasn't any different between the Superior (cheaper rooms) and deluxe rooms. The Superior room are also in the main building and are newer rooms.

I have stayed at Aya hotel a few time in all there room types. The rooms are small and the cheaper deluxe rooms only give you a view of an concrete wall. The hotel is nice in a good location about 200m from beach road and 5 minute to the Walking Street on foot; the WIFI is not very fast. The pool layout is odd its on the 3rd floor and does not get much sun I never seen anyone swimming there. Over all great location, the friendly staff, and no joiner fee for your 1st guess.

I only stay at Miracle Suite one time the overall service was bad the staff was kind of rude to the guess. I had a few issues with them also, while I was staying there. Most of the hotel amenities where out of service and the wifi was very poor. The rooms are large and look VERY nice. But the hotel location is quite far away from the beach road but near the walking street. The hotel is off 3rd road it is in a surrounded by a lot Middle East restaurants and shops. Its a little to far away from the action area for my taste. Also no joiner fee for your 1st guess.

Found this hotel in Pattaya along with a great rate on booking dot com. Agota's pricing this hotel at $65 USD for a deluxe room (you need a deluxe room to get a safe). Booking has the hotel for $38 USD for a deluxe room. Also found this article saying the hotel is girl friendly (and the information about the safe). [url]http://guestfriendlyhotelsinthailand.********.com/2012/07/golden-ville-boutique-hotel-pattaya.html[/url]

[QUOTE=Breadman; 1480898]Found this hotel in Pattaya along with a great rate on booking dot com. Agota's pricing this hotel at $65 USD for a deluxe room (you need a deluxe room to get a safe). Booking has the hotel for $38 USD for a deluxe room. Also found this article saying the hotel is girl friendly (and the information about the safe).

[url]http://guestfriendlyhotelsinthailand.********.com/2012/07/golden-ville-boutique-hotel-pattaya.html[/url][/QUOTE]When I go to Agoda, I get $32. 55 + 10% + 7% = $38. 31. On Booking, I get $38. 33. Both for Oct 14-17. The hotels are the ones that set the price, not the site.

[QUOTE=RBDave;1480933]When I go to Agoda, I get $32. 55 + 10% + 7% = $38. 31. On Booking, I get $38. 33. Both for Oct 14-17. The hotels are the ones that set the price, not the site.[/QUOTE]I tried it again for may 15th, still coming up $65. March is lower but April's coming up $65 for the deluxe room. Try may 15th for this hotel on both booking and agota.

I will be in Pattaya for the first time Jan 3. 22. Then to Phuket Jan 22. Feb 8 and then to AC and Subic Feb 8. 26. I go to the Phils 3 times a year so that easy. Phuket is a little trickier as I have only been once. I do have an I quiry in the Phuket Hotel forum. However I do not know anything about Pattaya. I am 45 and fit. My 2 wingmen do not join me until Jan 16. I will be solo in Pattaya for a a week+. When they arrive it will change a bit as my wing has just had an artificial hip put in due to an attack while serving in Afganistan in 2009. I would like to find a decent Pattaya location near the beach and in the area of the action. From what I have researched here there is action all over. We just want hot chicks with no dicks. GFE preferred but we switch them out every few days to prevent attatchment. I would prefer a little quiet while sleeping but not a far walk. Any ideas? Thanks in advance. You can post or PM.

Thanks,

Diveho

[QUOTE=Diveho;1480955].I would prefer a little quiet while sleeping but not a far walk. Any ideas? Thanks in advance. You can post or PM.[/QUOTE]Anything on Beach road [or any of its soi's] will be just fine. With the Baht buses going constantly its all basically interconnected.

Highend. The Marriott / The Hilton. Both located in malls.

Mid. Most hotels on Soi 13 / Soi 7 [Like InnHouse or Eastiny]

Low. Nobel Place on Soi 13/2. [Or really any of the small guest houses you can see walking up any of the soi's]

All of the above hotels are in the middle of the action, easy access to all of the city, and have quiet rooms [for the smaller guest houses you may want to request a room not facing the street]. This forum has many details to fill out the above summary.

[QUOTE]My wingman has just had an artificial hip put in due to an attack while serving in Afghanistan in 2009. I would like to find a decent Pattaya hotel near the beach and in the area of the action.[/QUOTE]WHITEHOUSE CONDOTEL: Perfect central Pattaya location on Soi 13. Walk to beach is roughly 100 meters on a flat street that gets little traffic. Then baht bus to Walking Street. Walk to Second Road is about 50 meters, then baht bus to Soi 6. Soi LK Metro is best reached on foot. It's a total trip of about 300 meters. But there are motorcycle taxi guys who will run you up there in about five minutes for 50-60 baht. The Whitehouse is quiet and reasonably priced.

LK EMPRESS: On Soi Diana, within staggering distance of Soi LK Metro and the Soi Buakaow scene. Easy baht bus to Soi 6. Slightly longer trip to Walking Street and the beach. But again, motorcycle taxis are everywhere if your wingman gets tired of walking.

SEE ME SPRING & SEE ME SPRING TWO: On Soi 10, about 50 meters from the beach. Newer properties. Some rooms have an ocean view.

If being close to the beach is a priority, I'd go with the See Me hotels first, and the Whitehouse second. If you're looking to save a few baht the LK Empress is a good choice.

Your major problem is that it is very late to be booking for the upcoming holiday season. Good luck.

Bunky

When I return from Cambodia I will need a place for a month.

Anyone know any monthly rentals that are not dumps?

Prefer something nice.

[QUOTE=TellAll; 1484870]When I return from Cambodia I will need a place for a month.

Anyone know any monthly rentals that are not dumps?

Prefer something nice.[/QUOTE]Many of the smaller guest houses have very reasonable monthly rates [such as 10, 000B + water / power]. It really comes down to what you mean by "nice". If your happy with a room, ok internet, and reasonably quiet, then the guest houses are fine. If you go this route, and its not the middle of high season, I'd suggest just staying for 2/3 days in a hotel, and walking around the various beach soi's and soi bukhaow and looking at whats available. Its quite hard to get a good feel for these smaller guest houses over the internet.

If you want a full kitchen, multiple rooms, then you probably need to rent a condo: The view talay properties are popular :

[url]http://www.view-talay-condos.net/vt5_rentals.php[/url]

[I've never used this website, it just came up first on google]. Dance watchers gets mentioned in the forums quite a bit, but I've not used them : [url]http://www.dancewatchers.com/Luxury_View_Talay_6_Condo_rentals_room_views.html.html[/url]

I am one of those that does mention View Talay 6 and for the last few years have stayed there. Sometimes up to a month or so (I live in Nongbulamphu other times).

I have used dancewatchers. Com but you also should check out.

[url]http://wwww.honeyscoffeehouse.com/.[/url]

She rents condos in VT 6 too. Her inventory is not quite as large as dancewatchers (they also offer in VT5) but she is much more personable than DW. Just my opinion.

[QUOTE=Null Avenger; 1485015]SNIPPED.

If you want a full kitchen, multiple rooms, then you probably need to rent a condo: The view talay properties are popular :

[url]http://www.view-talay-condos.net/vt5_rentals.php[/url]

[I've never used this website, it just came up first on google]. Dance watchers gets mentioned in the forums quite a bit, but I've not used them :

[url]http://www.dancewatchers.com/Luxury_View_Talay_6_Condo_rentals_room_views.html.html[/url][/QUOTE]

I am thinking of staying at the Amari Nova Suites. Has anybody stayed there fairly recently (say in the last 12 months)? If so, did you find it to be girl friendly, or did they make you pay extra?

Did you like the place? Also, is it perhaps too far away from the action? Or perhaps the transport options are OK (for example baht bus or bike)?

And yes, I have searched this thread (and also I carried out a wider internet search) but did not seem to have much luck.

[QUOTE=Altered Ego;1489532]Has anybody stayed there fairly recently (say in the last 12 months)? If so, did you find it to be girl friendly, or did they make you pay extra?[/QUOTE]Was there more than 9 months ago. Girl friendly, at least for the one-bed suite I was in. Saw several visitors coming and going during the day so I assume all's fair in the studios too, so long as the I'd checks out. Didn't do LT so don't know if they will buff up the bill for entertaining an overnight guest.

[QUOTE=Altered Ego;1489532]Did you like the place? Also, is it perhaps too far away from the action? Or perhaps the transport options are OK (for example baht bus or bike)?[/QUOTE]Well maintained, all the basic bells and whistles, secure, calm locality, not too far from the action. They have a golf buggy that can ferry you to / from Central Road. Bikes are available across the street from the entrance. Not a thoroughfare for baht buses, though they wouldn't mind to drop if you ask in advance and pay a premium.

[QUOTE=Luckyguy7198; 1489602]Was there more than 9 months ago. Girl friendly, at least for the one-bed suite I was in. Saw several visitors coming and going during the day so I assume all's fair in the studios too, so long as the I'd checks out. Didn't do LT so don't know if they will buff up the bill for entertaining an overnight guest.

Well maintained, all the basic bells and whistles, secure, calm locality, not too far from the action. They have a golf buggy that can ferry you to / from Central Road. Bikes are available across the street from the entrance. Not a thoroughfare for baht buses, though they wouldn't mind to drop if you ask in advance and pay a premium.[/QUOTE]Many thanks for your helpful reply regarding the Amari Nova Suites, Luckyguy.

Does anybody else know if Amari Nova Suites is girl friendly for overnight visitors?

Also, I know it is very trivial but on a well-known travel review website one guy said the beds are 'too hard'. I don't really like hard beds myself (I remember that the bed in the Lewis Grand in Angeles City was way too hard, and I haven't been back there since!). Would anybody care to comment?

But obviously overall the place sounds good.

[QUOTE=Altered Ego;1489889]Also, I know it is very trivial but on a well-known travel review website one guy said the beds are 'too hard'. Would anybody care to comment?[/QUOTE]I can vouch for the bedding in my suite: It was normally soft and comfortable, good enough for an aggressive romp or extended hibernation.

The best bed within my budget was at Marriotts.

[QUOTE=Luckyguy7198; 1490384]I can vouch for the bedding in my suite: It was normally soft and comfortable, good enough for an aggressive romp or extended hibernation.

The best bed within my budget was at Marriotts.[/QUOTE]Thanks again Luckyguy. In that case I will book it!

This one is kinda funny. Looking for an alternative to my place, expedia showed a brand new 3 stars 'resort' for just $24 a night, Ganymede in Jomtien beach. Not having anything better to do, I drove all the fucking way down from north Pattaya just to learn that the place is one of the many cheesy ones there. I did not even removed my helmet that one of the 5 small sized gay guys hanging out there asked what I needed. A quick u-turn what was I needed and did!

"Ganymede": the wine-pouring boy of the Greek gods. If ever there was a dead give-away of a gay place, this must be it.

Sabai Wing is probably a three star place on Soi 1/2. I stayed there for the first time earlier this year and am going back again this next month. After staying in the middle of things a few times on Walking St I decided to be closer to Soi 6. You can walk to one of the best streets in Pattaya in about 10 mins. Sabai Wings rates are 1050 in off season and `1350 in high season for their cheapest rooms. The pool is pretty nice and in their other property, Saibai Lodge, you can get breakfast for 200 baht or something like that. Have to recommend the place for the less discerning traveler.

The other thing they did for me was to waive the need for credit card to hold the reservation. No deposit paid at all.

Hello!

I've been to Phuket, but I haven't been to Pattaya yet.

I'd like to know if someone have stayed at China Garden Hotel, and what you think of it?

I can't really figure out if the location is good or not? To far out, maybee?

What do you think about Flipper Lodge then?

Thanks in advance!

Rooms and pool area are fine.

Food in the morning is fine I think.

Action right out side your door.

Staff tended to be un helpful and while I was swimming in the pool with a CLEAN T shirt on to protect agaist sunburn.

A staff member who did not speak english very well when I told her why I wear the Tshirt, leaves and comes up to pool area with two maintenance guys to convince me. By then I took off the t shirt.

The front desk lady would not even step out side to tell the motor cycle taxi where I needed to go.

[QUOTE=Jp Slicky;1505417]The front desk lady would not even step out side to tell the motor cycle taxi where I needed to go[/QUOTE]Is that a part of her duties or are you saying you asked her for help with the taxi and she refused?

Driver right outside the door...Well after spending Money / time at their hotel, is that the least they could do to help me along? What would it take? 10 seconds?

[QUOTE=Jp Slicky; 1505417]Rooms and pool area are fine.

Food in the morning is fine I think.

Action right out side your door.

Staff tended to be un helpful and while I was swimming in the pool with a CLEAN T shirt on to protect agaist sunburn.

A staff member who did not speak english very well when I told her why I wear the Tshirt, leaves and comes up to pool area with two maintenance guys to convince me. By then I took off the t shirt.

The front desk lady would not even step out side to tell the motor cycle taxi where I needed to go[/QUOTE]When the staff member told you to take off the shirt you should have promptly complied. Everyone knows a desk clerk can't leave the front desk unattended. Grow up.

I will ask you not to be such a [blue][Deleted by Admin][/blue].

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There were others at the desk and it would have not been unattended.

[blue][Deleted by Admin][/blue], I spend money and support them so a little help with translation right out side the door is not too much to ask.

I took my shirt off after she left, and if she has a problem she could bring English speaking manager up there to have a conversation.

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Really, in Thailand you should stay "jai jen" if you want to be respected. It doesn't matter whether the other person is a waitress, a desk clerk or the manager, or even if you could have bought the whole hotel seven times over. If money is anything in Thailand then it is something that gives you almost the obligation to behave up to your position in life.

Hey guys heading to Pattaya in a couple days. I see a lot of post for hotels near Soi 8 but not Walking street areas. Dive lounge or Flipper hotel, any other recommendations? Kinda lazy and don't want to walk far to the action. Thanks. Diamond beach hotel? $35-50 per diem. Going on a Monday so. Worried it might be slow.

I stayed in the Sunshine Hotel on Soi 8 when in Pattaya last week. I don't remember what I paid but know it was pretty reasonable. The hotel is quite nice with multiple pools, a good sized room safe, comfortable bed and decent bathroom. There's plenty of bars and go-gos on and around Soi 8 although it's a bit of a walk to Walking Street. It's girl friendly for at least one girl but I don't know about multiples as that's really not my gig.

Flipper lodge is terrible. You get what you pay for. The staff is extremely unfriendly. Condescending even. Internet is expensive. The night life being right outside your door is great if you don't like walking but music is booming til 330-400am. Ear plugs recommended. And Soi 8 is much lower quality than years passed. Has 1 decent bar with 15 girls. 5 of which are doable but are required to stay til certain time to draw customers. Other bars have 4-5 girls. Low quality. Soi 7 better option but also has lost draw.

Rooms in building B are newer / cleaner, but have extremely thin walls and doors connecting to room next door. You hear everything from tv (even low volume) , to your fellow mongers pounding away at all hours. Room next to a smoker? Smoke comes in under door and stinks. I had to put a wet towel to block door crack.

Shower has good pressure. Beds are rock hard. Great pillows. Maid service good. Food okay but buffet not too clean. Pool was freeezing so most just sat on deck chairs sunning. Roof top pool staff great but unattentive. You had to walk over to them to get anything.

Overall clean but not an enjoyable stay given all other problems. You've got to be comfortable and sleep to charge up for mongering.

1 or 2 days okay. Longer than that, you'll regret it.

[QUOTE=BJ Blitz;1510381]Flipper lodge is terrible.[/QUOTE]I made the mistake of staying there last month after getting a deal on the rates. Flipper used to be OK but you're absolutely right. It's a really good place to avoid now. Maybe the unfriendliest staff I've ever encountered at a hotel in Thailand. With the clientele they get there it's almost hard to blame them. Seemed like every time I went to the front counter there was some kind of massive argument going on between a scrum of Russians and a hostile employee or two.

Sunshine has also gone downhill but it's still a better bet, as are the various Eastinys. But basically I don't think Soi 7 or 8 are very good places to stay any more.

[QUOTE=Hatguy; 1503711]Sabai Wing is probably a three star place on Soi 1/2. I stayed there for the first time earlier this year and am going back again this next month. After staying in the middle of things a few times on Walking St I decided to be closer to Soi 6. You can walk to one of the best streets in Pattaya in about 10 mins. Sabai Wings rates are 1050 in off season and `1350 in high season for their cheapest rooms. The pool is pretty nice and in their other property, Saibai Lodge, you can get breakfast for 200 baht or something like that. Have to recommend the place for the less discerning traveler.

The other thing they did for me was to waive the need for credit card to hold the reservation. No deposit paid at all.[/QUOTE]Looks good. I am guessing it ID girl friendly and no probs with overnight stay.

I was in Sunshine in October last time, and especially liked the big breakfast buffet. Always skipped lunch afterwards. No problem to have breakfast with a girl next morning. Walk to WS still reasonable for me, to inspect the FL in the afternoon / evening. Otherwise. 10Baht for a bus.

Greetings,

I am planning a trip to Pattaya in the near future and have booked into Diamond beach hotel. Your opinion on the hotel would be greatly appreciated. Secondly, the hotel boasts massage facilities? Do the offer specials. Is the hotel close to all the action?

Thanks a lot in advance.

G

[QUOTE=Gunners1; 1513356]Greetings,

I am planning a trip to Pattaya in the near future and have booked into Diamond beach hotel. Your opinion on the hotel would be greatly appreciated. Secondly, the hotel boasts massage facilities? Do the offer specials. Is the hotel close to all the action?

Thanks a lot in advance.

G[/QUOTE]I've stayed there in the past. It was very noisy until about 3 AM. I'm considering booking there in about 2 weeks. Last time I stayed at am Pattaya Hotel. I've got to check out a few more before deciding.

Has anyone had experience with guests at the Hilton in Pattaya? I stayed at the Conrad in Bangkok last year and brought two girls home one night with no issue but they also didn't take their ID at the desk which I know could be a risk for me. Does anyone know if the Hilton in Pattaya is the same? I was thinking about staying at the penthouse but the reviews seem to suggest it has fallen into disrepair in the past two years. I have the points and do like how I am treated at the Hilton plus there is a caliber that I can trust. Are there other equivalents?

[QUOTE=BadDances;1517309]Has anyone had experience with guests at the Hilton in Pattaya? I stayed at the Conrad in Bangkok last year and brought two girls home one night with no issue but they also didn't take their ID at the desk which I know could be a risk for me. Does anyone know if the Hilton in Pattaya is the same? I was thinking about staying at the penthouse but the reviews seem to suggest it has fallen into disrepair in the past two years. I have the points and do like how I am treated at the Hilton plus there is a caliber that I can trust. Are there other equivalents?[/QUOTE]Just stayed there again during the holidays. Ticked all my boxes! Yet again. And more. And still had adequate funds to enjoy the attractions (quite a few times)!

BadDances, here are a few I would look into. I have never stayed at the Hilton. Personally I don't think you need to spend a lot for hotels in Pattaya to get a good hotel. LK The Empress on Soi 12 at Beach Road. Dusit2 on second road at the Avenue A mall. That's just across from Soi 13/1. And there is always the Pattaya Marriott. For me location is everything. I hate walking in the Thailand heat and need to be very near a baht bus. The places I mentioned have outstanding locations. I would pick out the cheapest of that group and go for it. You can't go wrong with any of them.

[QUOTE=BadDances;1517309]Has anyone had experience with guests at the Hilton in Pattaya?[/QUOTE]I stayed there three times in the past, never had an issue with bringing back girls. But I always sneaked in through the mall and never passed by the lobby while bringing back a girl.

Two girls ago there were reviews in the internet that th hotel charges 1. 000 THB for a joining guests. The latest reviews indicate that obviously management policy has changed and they no longer charge a joiner fee.

Anyway Allover IMHO is also right, there's no need staying at a high priced hotel. I really like the Hilton Pattaya and was always treated nicely as a HHonors Gold Member, but no matter you pay cash or use your HHonors points, the Hilton Pattaya is very pricey. I'd rather spent my money or points on the new Hilton Sukhumvit or DoubleTree Sukhumvit in Bangkok and stay elsewhere in Pattaya.

Guys,

Read through the forum. I am booked in at the discovery beach hotel in Pattaya.

Is the location handy to all the action.

Thanks for the help in advance.

Regards,

G

[QUOTE=Zauberfee; 1517782]I stayed there three times in the past, never had an issue with bringing back girls. But I always sneaked in through the mall and never passed by the lobby while bringing back a girl.

Two girls ago there were reviews in the internet that th hotel charges 1. 000 THB for a joining guests. The latest reviews indicate that obviously management policy has changed and they no longer charge a joiner fee.

Anyway Allover IMHO is also right, there's no need staying at a high priced hotel. I really like the Hilton Pattaya and was always treated nicely as a HHonors Gold Member, but no matter you pay cash or use your HHonors points, the Hilton Pattaya is very pricey. I'd rather spent my money or points on the new Hilton Sukhumvit or DoubleTree Sukhumvit in Bangkok and stay elsewhere in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Bunky;1483816]WHITEHOUSE CONDOTEL: Perfect central Pattaya location on Soi 13. Walk to beach is roughly 100 meters on a flat street that gets little traffic. Then baht bus to Walking Street. Walk to Second Road is about 50 meters, then baht bus to Soi 6. Soi LK Metro is best reached on foot. It's a total trip of about 300 meters. But there are motorcycle taxi guys who will run you up there in about five minutes for 50-60 baht. The Whitehouse is quiet and reasonably priced.[/QUOTE]I have stayed at Whitehouse Condotel twice before. I concur, reasonably priced, good location, near the action but far enough away for some quiet time.

[QUOTE=SofaMonkJ;1518983]I have stayed at Whitehouse Condotel twice before. I concur, reasonably priced, good location, near the action but far enough away for some quiet time.[/QUOTE]In MY opinion a nice place to stay, quiet and well located.

It attracts mostly UK / European golfers and the UK owner arranges golf trips.

The "middle sized" rooms are rather good and (if you need the extra room) the large suite is very good.

Breakfast is quite OK and FREE!

Like some other hotels there is an extra charge if you want to bring two playmates back for a threesome.

Enjoy,

Hotman.

[QUOTE=Piperpilot;1507692]Hey guys heading to Pattaya in a couple days. I see a lot of post for hotels near Soi 8 but not Walking street areas. Dive lounge or Flipper hotel, any other recommendations? Kinda lazy and don't want to walk far to the action. Thanks. Diamond beach hotel? $35-50 per diem. Going on a Monday so. Worried it might be slow.[/QUOTE]You could try Jasmine Hotel right on Walking street on soi BJ. They are guest friendly too.

I am planning a visit in Feb 14 and would want to be close to action in a very good hotel. Any reviews about Siam Bayshore? Are they guest friendly?

Please also let me know if there are better options.

I hear 3som bar and guest house on LK Metro is closing down at the end of this month due to construction. Can anyone suggest a similar type of guest house in the same price range. I will be there in March.

Thanks,

Chris

Any suggestions on a nice guesthouse w / pool 500 baht plus?

Thanks!

This hotel is probably not suited to the two week millionaires who need to be close to the action on walking street but rather medium to long term mongers. Its located on soi 10 cental Pattaya road (Pattaya klang). I stayed her for a couple of nights between Christmas and NY due to the shortage of accommodation and was presently surprised. The building has been refurbished with very good fitout (for Thai standards) including the bathrooms. The rooms are very large and seem about twice the size of what I am usually use to and are very clean. The place is monger friendly and there is a receptionist on duty at all hours. For the extremely inenbriated or slightly handicapped monger there are lifts to all floors available.

I stayed in a standard for 700 baht at night and goes for 7, 900 a month which is excellent value as it comes with a balcony and aircon together with Cable TV. Downside was that widows are minimal but its more of a fault with the original design I think. In addition there are deluxe and superior rooms at daily rates of 800 and 900 baht but since the place was full I didn't get a chance to check them out but Location is excellent with Big C is located a block or so around the cornor, some interesting Thais restrauants and stalls that open up at night along lower patta klang.

The manager there speaks excellent English and best of all seems to run the place along western lines so there none of the usual mai pen rai bullshit. She is probably the most professional hotel manager I have come across in LOS. As I alluded to before this place is suited to those on longer term holidays who need quiet, clean accommodation within a reasonable budget.

Last time I stayed at Jasmine hotel. Good and cheap but rooms were a bit too poorly decorated for my taste.

Any other recommendations for a bit upscale girl friendly hotels at walking distance from beach road or walking street?

Must be very quite though.

Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=Hotman 666; 1519492]In MY opinion a nice place to stay, quiet and well located.

It attracts mostly UK / European golfers and the UK owner arranges golf trips.

The "middle sized" rooms are rather good and (if you need the extra room) the large suite is very good.

Breakfast is quite OK and FREE!

Like some other hotels there is an extra charge if you want to bring two playmates back for a threesome.

Enjoy,

Hotman.[/QUOTE]How is the internet at the White House? Any problems using accessing your Email and using an apple computer? Last time I was there I could not use "back to my Mac" because of their outdated modem. Hopefully they have updated their system.

[QUOTE=RoadGlide;1523689]How is the internet at the White House? Any problems using accessing your Email and using an apple computer? Last time I was there I could not use "back to my Mac" because of their outdated modem. Hopefully they have updated their system.[/QUOTE]When I stayed at the White House in December of 2011 wi-fi was available throughout the hotel. (Even though the sign out front advertised DSL!) I had no trouble connecting in my room on the second floor overlooking Soi 13. But when I was up on the roof working poolside I had to be careful about where I sat. The bandwidth was adequate for e-mail and ordinary web surfing. I can't speak to more demanding applications like a VPN or downloading large files. I'm a Wintel guy, so I can't speak to any Apple connectivity issues either.

Finally, I seem to recall I paid extra on top of the room rate to get the wi-fi password. In my view that's a "junk charge," especially when you're paying over 3,000 baht per night for a nice one-bedroom hotel suite. That was more than two years ago, however. These days the White House may have stopped charging extra for internet access.

Bunky

There were some questions about joiner fee at the Hilton in prior posts, my answers a little late but here's the lowdown. You'll never get a chick past the rats in the lower lobby. 1000 baht plus some pretty good interrogation of the girl once they have I'd card in hand. They don't play there!

Greetings from 33rd floor executive lounge.

[QUOTE=Margaya; 1521920]Last time I stayed at Jasmine hotel. Good and cheap but rooms were a bit too poorly decorated for my taste.

Any other recommendations for a bit upscale girl friendly hotels at walking distance from beach road or walking street?

Must be very quite though.

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]So far it seems like Jasmine and Sunshine hotel are popular in Walking street. Are there any other good hotels in WS or beach road area that are below$40 and neat plus quite? Gf of course. Anyone?

I have just booked in here for 8 nights from 14 Feb 14. Gives me a decent base to look at other options while in Pattaya. Hope to stay three to four weeks in all.

Can anyone confirm that the D2 is still girl friendly?

Many thanks

[QUOTE=BlueWin2;1527978]Can anyone confirm that the D2 is still girl friendly?[/QUOTE]Confirmation. Check.

No one blinks an eye if you bring back home a guest at night, no matter it's one or two guests, girls or ladyboys

[QUOTE=Zauberfee; 1528049]Confirmation. Check.

No one blinks an eye if you bring back home a guest at night, no matter it's one or two guests, girls or ladyboys[/QUOTE]Many thanks for the confirmation. Appreciated.

Anyone stayed at the Privi Suites before? There was a report about it in the reports section. I'm looking for some place $50 with a jacuzzi. Size and noise level is not important. It just needs to be clean (no roaches) and have a jacuzzi.

Also, in regards to Thailand hotels in general. Is it cheaper to book online or just show up? This is my first time to Thailand. I was thinking of booking a night online and then see how it goes. If the hotel is nice, I'll stay longer. If not, I'll go look for someplace else.

This info is only relevant to those that like to save, need to stay a longer time, and drive a bike.

Some examples off Sukhumvit Soi 53, also called east Pattaya.
Nice, ample 1 bedroom with patio, pool 7.000 Bt / month. 500 Bt / month for linens (yes that is ridicolous) , 7.000 Bt deposit, electric and water billed separately.
Small room in a new building. 3.000 Bt / 2 wks or 5.000 / month. Deposit 2.200 Bt. No charge for utilities apparently, that is where I'm staying at the moment.
Free internet is a given, if not, move on. All these arrangements will require you to do your cleaning and linens change, or be charged for, like 150-250 Bt.

I must underline that these places can be cheap, but are absolutely clean, well maintaned, safe and decent. PM if you want more details.
Pattaya has become a big town and you can find equivalents or better all over the place, just moving a little out of touristic areas.

[QUOTE=RogerShinny;1529433]Is the Selection hotel on Beach road moo 9 girl friendly?[/QUOTE]The answer is:

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zr2S2s7aSYA[/url]

Interesting that everyone wants the "higher priced places". I tend to "go native" myself. My Thai is decent and all I really want is a fridge, a clean room a decent bed and no hassles. Internet is a plus but as long as I can get a cell phone signal, I can get the net. There are some places on Buakhao between Honey and the night market that charge about 8000 / month for "standard room" and I will probably try one of them in May. Otherwise I tend to stay off 2nd road for about 500B / night.

I saw some relatively low cost apartments (5000 / month) off 3rd by the driving range. Kind of need a moto to make it work. Too far to walk regularly.

I'm staing at this one Tuesday. Friday and will extend if I like it. Sattelite tv, ref. 32" LCD. 33 Square meters, balcony, gym, pool, sundeck on roof. Reastaurant. 4-star I Think. 2500 B / night. In the South-west of beach road. A lot of mongers? Nice Hotel? We'll see.

Hey guys,

Going to Pattaya for a week any idea where I can get 2 bedroom apartment max 200$/week or a hotel 25 35$max / night "hopefully 3-stars".

[quote=baragogo]any idea where i can get 2 bedroom apartment max $200 per week or a hotel $25-35 per night?[/quote]there are numerous condos in pattaya that can be rented on a short term basis. just google "pattaya condo rental." virtually all of them are studio units, with a rep001tering of one-bedroom units also on offer. two-bedroom units are very rare, and even if you find one it will be *far* more than you are willing to pay. at 32 baht to the u.s. dollar, $200 per week works out to 914 baht per night. that's just not realistic for a two bedroom condo booked for a one week stay.

your $25-35 budget for a hotel room is better. that's 800-1120 baht per night. at that price point, your best bet would be a room in one of the guest houses or pubs. they are all over town, mostly *east* of second road. here is one example:

[url]http://hoteldaniapattaya.com/english/index.php/rooms/1-standard-wo-balcony[/url]

take some time and go back 25 pages or so in this forum and read up to the present. it will be time well spent.

bunky

Hello All,

Would like to know the best options for Mid-Range Hotels which have their own (or tie-up) massage services providing in-room massages with Extras?

Area no bar.

Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=RogerShinny;1529433]Is the Selection hotel on Beach road moo 9 girl friendly?[/QUOTE]It is a lousy hotel 1000 thb joiner fee.

Breakfast lousy not even a omelet.

Juice watery diluted.

Staff rude.

Swimming pool dirty.

No soap in bathroom only liquid diluted solutions

Over all rating 3/10.

The management go to a bar at the entrance of the hotel on main road get drunk and then make noise in hotel early moning at 1.00 am.

[quote=bunky; 1541391]there are numerous condos in pattaya that can be rented on a short term basis. just google "pattaya condo rental." virtually all of them are studio units, with a rep001tering of one-bedroom units also on offer. two-bedroom units are very rare, and even if you find one it will be *far* more than you are willing to pay. at 32 baht to the usa dollar, $200 per week works out to 914 baht per night. that's just not realistic for a two bedroom condo booked for a one week stay.

your $25-35 budget for a hotel room is better. that's 800-1120 baht per night. at that price point, your best bet would be a room in one of the guest houses or pubs. they are all over town, mostly *east* of second road. here is one example:

[url]http://hoteldaniapattaya.com/english/index.php/rooms/1-standard-wo-balcony[/url]

take some time and go back 25 pages or so in this forum and read up to the present. it will be time well spent.

bunky[/quote]thank you bunky. i found good hotel (tune hotel) 3stars 100$ for 3 nights if you booked online, girl friendly, but no smoking and no refrigerator. 15 20min walk to walking street but lots of bars near by or you can take a taxi for 10baht from beach road which is 2 3min walk from the hotel and road2 taxi will drop you in-front of the hotel for 10 baht too.

[QUOTE=BarAgoGo]I found Tune Hotel $100 for three nights if you booked online. You can take a taxi for 10 baht from Beach Road which is 2-3 minute walk from the hotel and Second Road taxi will drop you in-front of the hotel for 10 baht too.[/QUOTE]I've never stayed at the Tune Hotel, but from the photos on their web site it looks like comfortable basic lodging.

As for the location, the Tune Hotel is at the north end of town, on Second Road just north of Soi 4 not far south of the Dolphin roundabout. But that's OK because you'll be able to use the baht buses that run southbound on Beach Road and northbound on Second Road. In fact, you can probably catch a northbound baht bus on Second Road and ride it up to the roundabout, at which point some of baht buses turn left and then go south on Beach Road. Or you can just walk toward the ocean on Soi 4 until you get to Beach Road and catch a baht bus there.

You can also easily walk to Soi 6, which should be on every punter's agenda when he visits Pattaya. Soi LK will be a little more difficult to reach. You could walk, but it's a bit of a hike. You could take a baht bus south on Beach Road to, say, Soi 10 and then work your way east. Or you could just take a motobike taxi. That's a little more expensive than the baht bus. But I think it's worth it.

Bunky

[QUOTE=BarAgoGo;1542693]Thank you Bunky. I found good Hotel (Tune Hotel) 3stars 100$ for 3 nights if you booked online, Girl Friendly, but no smoking and no refrigerator. 15 20min walk to Walking street but lots of bars near by or you can take a taxi for 10baht from beach road which is 2 3min walk from the hotel and Road2 Taxi will drop you in-front of the hotel for 10 baht too.[/QUOTE]If they haven't changed their policy since I looked at it once and for good, you have to pay extra for everything from the aircon by the hour to towels you need for showers.

I have stayed at Tune Hotel for a week, didn't pay anything. You have 2 towels in the room, room service change them daily and you can read the faqs of the hotel too about visitors.

The onlt thing it's non smoking hotel penalty is 2000baht for smoking in the room because there is smoke detectors in the room. And for good price book from booking websites for cheaper price unless you want to pay 75$ a day; .

[QUOTE=BarAgoGo; 1543807]I have stayed at Tune Hotel for a week, didn't pay anything. You have 2 towels in the room, room service change them daily and you can read the faqs of the hotel too about visitors.

The onlt thing it's non smoking hotel penalty is 2000baht for smoking in the room because there is smoke detectors in the room. And for good price book from booking websites for cheaper price unless you want to pay 75$ a day; .[/QUOTE]To BarAgoAgo.

I stay at Tune at Bangkok a few time it is a clean hotel with small room but in Pattaya there are so many hotel cheaper and better with swimming pool and large room with breakfast for 30 USD don't understand why Tune in Pattaya is a good deal at all.

Fast Eddie 48

[QUOTE=Tiger 888;1542957]If they haven't changed their policy since I looked at it once and for good, you have to pay extra for everything from the aircon by the hour to towels you need for showers.[/QUOTE]To Tiger

If you book with Agoda or hotel. Com everything is included but they do charge extra for early check in or left Luggage even for a few hrs.

Fast Eddie 48

I am going to Pattaya for one week. Can anybody suggest me guest friendly hotel around 1500 bhat. Where joining fee will not charged.

[QUOTE=RajMehta;1544809]I am going to Pattaya for one week. Can anybody suggest me guest friendly hotel around 1500 bhat. Where joining fee will not charged.[/QUOTE]A very good hotel is the Grand Jasmin resorts.

Look on facebook `"all round service Pattaya" and you can see some pictures of the hotel and usefull infos about Pattaya.

The price is 1300 baht including breakfast.

I stayed there and it was very nice.

Clean rooms, swimming pool and friendly staff.

I booked it via the above facebook page.

RM,

The hotel ibis Pattaya and hotel Sabai Empress are guest / girl friendly hotels in your range.

Included breakfast is good. Book online for good rates, both available even on makemytrip too, where you can pay in INR.

Away from noisy bars, near mongering venues, soapies, short walk from the beach, and easy on the wallet food.

Enjoy and pm me if you need further assistance.

NM

[QUOTE=RajMehta;1544809]I am going to Pattaya for one week. Can anybody suggest me guest friendly hotel around 1500 bhat. Where joining fee will not charged.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Reteid67; 1544908]A very good hotel is the Grand Jasmin resorts.

Look on facebook `"all round service Pattaya" and you can see some pictures of the hotel and usefull infos about Pattaya.

The price is 1300 baht including breakfast.

I stayed there and it was very nice.

Clean rooms, swimming pool and friendly staff.

I booked it via the above facebook page.[/QUOTE]Thanks Reteid67,

I Checked the details of Grand Jasmin Resorts on facebook.

Anyone know if the Maytara Hotel is guest friendly?

[url]http://www.agoda.com/maytara-hotel/hotel/pattaya-th.html[/url]

[QUOTE=Breadman; 1558574]Anyone know if the Maytara Hotel is guest friendly?

[url]http://www.agoda.com/maytara-hotel/hotel/pattaya-th.html[/url][/QUOTE]Received a reply from the hotel today, sounds like they're charging for guests:

[QUOTE=]Dear Sir,

There is no charged for 1 guest, extra guest will be charged for 500 baht / person.

Best regards, [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Breadman;1559001]Received a reply from the hotel today, sounds like they're charging for guests:[/QUOTE]Sounds like they are charging if you bring two guests back.

[QUOTE=Breadman;1559001]Received a reply from the hotel today, sounds like they're charging for guests:[/QUOTE]Looks like they are charging for more then one guest. Like if you bring two girls back, they charge for the second.

[QUOTE=Breadman;1559001]Received a reply from the hotel today, sounds like they're charging for guests:[/QUOTE]To Breadman.

There are so many GF hotel in Pattaya for much cheaper what so special about this place.

Fast Eddie 48

[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1559045]To Breadman.

There are so many GF hotel in Pattaya for much cheaper what so special about this place.

Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Nothing has been written about it, liked the location so emailed them. Now people know to avoid it, simple as that.

Sutus Court hotel, three different pools, free WI FI, no breakfast and no in room safe but boxes at front desk, very clean spotless room. 995 be for best room witch I stayed in, other rooms even cheaper but haven't seen them, would stay their again, nice huge walk in shower also, big king size bed! Started out in Penthouse Hotel, stay away Roach infested, staff can care less about any complaints!

Hi folks,

Going to Pattaya early July 2. Can anyone suggest good hotel that has an in room safe and Wifi.

I plan to log into work once a day for an hour so need WIFI. Rest of the time when I am out having fun I need an in room safe to lock the laptop.

Appreciate any help.

Thanks,

Mav

[QUOTE=Maverick010; 1561639]Hi folks,

Going to Pattaya early July 2. Can anyone suggest good hotel that has an in room safe and Wifi.

I plan to log into work once a day for an hour so need WIFI. Rest of the time when I am out having fun I need an in room safe to lock the laptop.

Appreciate any help.

Thanks,

Mav[/QUOTE]Dynasty Inn soi 13. Your laptop probably won't fit in the safe or in most in room safes. I have yet to see a safe where my laptop fit and mine is 14". No problems with guest in your room. No guest fee either. However, there might be a fee if you have more than one. The last time I was there in low season the rate was 1275 baht / night.

[QUOTE=Maverick010; 1561639]Hi folks,

Going to Pattaya early July 2. Can anyone suggest good hotel that has an in room safe and Wifi.

I plan to log into work once a day for an hour so need WIFI. Rest of the time when I am out having fun I need an in room safe to lock the laptop.

Appreciate any help.

Thanks.

Mav[/QUOTE]Most all hotels have safety box, but not big enough for laptop. I stayed at the Lk Metropole and it had a room safe big enough for my laptop and dslr camera.

If your safe isn't big enough, lock your laptop in your suitcase and your suitcase to something in the room.

I usually stay in this place: convenient for Soi 6, but probably best if you rent a scooter. The 1 bedroom suites are great, good value and have a walk-in shower. The deluxe rooms are a bit below par. The wifi in the rooms is crap though. Wifi in reception area is fine, but when I sat there last night in the space of one email I was nearly devoured by very itchy biting flies from the adjacent garden area. Totally guest friendly.

There's a post here about Secrets:

[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?1875-Pattaya-Hotels&p=1256963&viewfull=1#post1256963[/url]

I always stay at Secrets. Once at the Villa and probably 6 times at the Hotel now.

Well run ship. Strong WiFi in rooms.

Most of the girls in the Secrets bar which is attached to the hotel aren't go-go class. But they have a good attitude. I have found some definite gems there over the years but would generally recommend going elsewhere. Many are a bit too pum pui for my tastes.

A bit of nickel and diming going on at the hotel. But at around 1, 000 bath per night, what can you say, I guess margins are tight. I suggest that you ask the front desk to empty the mini bar. Stock it yourself, much cheaper than having drunk girls pilfer through it.

Book their taxi service too. 1,500 from BKK. Great to have a car waiting as you get through immigration and customs.

I prefer their rooms on the 3rd floor. Might not be for all. There's only a narrow staircase, and bar girls on 6" platforms can have issues. Same if you are a weak-legged girlyman.

About as close as you can get to WS while staying sane.

I have a room there reserved for June 5-8. So send me a PM if you're there at the same time.

Final warning, they require a deposit when you make a reservation (1,500 bath) and this will wind up on your card or bank statement as Secrets Pattaya. Which is a stupid way to do it. Not a problem for me, but could be for someone who's not paying attention. Know what I'm saying?

Cheers!

[QUOTE=TellAll; 1561696]Most all hotels have safety box, but not big enough for laptop. I stayed at the Lk Metropole and it had a room safe big enough for my laptop and dslr camera.

If your safe isn't big enough, lock your laptop in your suitcase and your suitcase to something in the room.[/QUOTE]Thanks Tell All,

Checked the hotel on the web. Looks awesome. Never been to Pattaya so so just couple of questions is it guest friendly and how close is to action.

[QUOTE=Maverick010; 1562045]Thanks Tell All,

Checked the hotel on the web. Looks awesome. Never been to Pattaya so so just couple of questions is it guest friendly and how close is to action.[/QUOTE]Yes. It's guest friendly and it's right in the middle of LK Metro; it's an easy 10 minute walk to the beach; 10 minute walk to either big shopping mall: easy access to the Baht Buses; lots of entertainment and dining choices right outside the hotel. I haven't stayed there, but I've stayed at both Areca Lodge and Tim Boutique at least 5 times each, and they're both in the same area, but their safes are too small to hold a laptop. So I just take my iPad, iPhone, iLube, iViagara, and iCondoms and I'm ready for a month in paradise.

Been to Pattaya 2 times and was planning my next mongering trip. Are there any decent hotels that allow 2 girls to join you in your room without questions or joiner fees? Otherwise any suggestions of places that have a resonable joiner fee for the 2nd lady? Any help will be appreciated.

Thanks!

I was thinking of the Penthouse hotel but does anyone have a non roach infested better location for a 1st time visitor?

[QUOTE=Sctypimpin;1562755]Are there any decent hotels that allow 2 girls to join you in your room without questions or joiner fees?[/QUOTE]Dusit D2 Baraquda is very gf. 2 girls were no problem at all last year

[QUOTE=Zauberfee;1563831]Dusit D2 Baraquda is very gf. 2 girls were no problem at all last year[/QUOTE]Areca Lodge allows 2 girls.

[QUOTE=TellAll; 1561696]Most all hotels have safety box, but not big enough for laptop. I stayed at the Lk Metropole and it had a room safe big enough for my laptop and dslr camera.

If your safe isn't big enough, lock your laptop in your suitcase and your suitcase to something in the room.[/QUOTE]About 5 years ago, I checked into a hotel in Pattaya that had a room safe; but the previous guest forgot to leave the safe open so it was closed and locked. I called the front desk and they sent a maintenance guy who quickly opened it. I don't know how he opened it so quickly, but I've always kept that in mind whenever I put anything in a hotel safe. A hotel safe can give a guest a false sense of security which a dishonest hotel employee can take advantage of and take a few items (jewelry, credit card, money) without the guest missing it.

I'm a big fan of PacSafe TravelSafe. Even if there's a hotel safe, I'll still put my valuables inside a locked PacSafe and put it inside the safe; but I replace the PacSafe padlock with a beefier Master padlock. If a dishonest hotel employee opens the safe, he or she will have to take the PacSafe; then I'll know it's an inside job.

If there's no hotel safe, you really can't leave your laptop or tablet out in the open or unsecured. It might not be the hotel maid who steals it, but hotel maids are notorious for leaving room doors open or unlocked as they clean. Someone can quickly walk in, grab it, and be gone in a flash.

PacSafe TravelSafe 12L will hold a 15' laptop.

[url]http://www.rei.com/product/866224/pacsafe-travelsafe-12l-gii-portable-safe-[/url]

PacSafe TravelSafe 5L will hold an iPad tablet.

[url]http://www.rei.com/product/866225/pacsafe-travelsafe-5l-gii-portable-safe-[/url]

When I'm home, I keep a PacSafe TravelSafe in my car which I attach to a metal bolt under the car seat. It's great when I go hiking or to the beach and have to leave valuable inside my car (like a GPS).

Hey guys,

Coming to Pattaya in June. Booked for two nights with The Privi Hotel. Anyone have any experience as to how it is and if it is girl friendly.

[QUOTE=Greek Niko]I was thinking of the Penthouse hotel but does anyone have a non roach infested better location for a 1st time visitor?[/QUOTE]I think I speak for many punters when I say that Mr. Niko's question is void for vagueness."Non roach infested" sets the bar pretty low, so I could recommend any place from a no-frills guesthouse east of Soi Buakaow at 800 baht per night to the duplex suite at the Dusit D2 for 5000 plus. Perhaps if he lets us know what he wants to spend, and what hotel amenities he prefers, we could be of more help.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bunky;1564279]Bunky[/QUOTE]Thanks Bunky but after reading some non flattering reviews on the Penthouse and with advice of some seniors I will book the Sandy Spring Hotel. I just need a nice big room with a balcony view so my many guests at one time can have a blast.

I was in Patts about 10 nights ago. Stayed at Sunview Place on soi bukhao for 12 nights. Paid about 750 baht a night, booked thru agoda. Staff were fantastic, rooms clean, although its is looking a bit old and the towels and linen were looking aged. I would stay there again.

They saved my ass as the first night in Patts, my BF ended up being 17, although she looked 25. The stern reception lady did a great job saving my bacon!

Would like some experiences and feedback on this hotel before I book it for 20 nights. Youir input and comments are appreciated (Clean, WiFi, GF, etc).

Thanks,

Feelz Good

The Whitehouse Hotel shows they have airport transfer, but they have not answered my email. Is it free if I book a room? If not, generally how much is it? Any info on the Whitehouse would be appreciated.

I have stayed there every year for about 8 years. Very good value. They can arrange airport transfers but they will charge a premium. The Whitehouse location is IMHO the best location in Pattaya. Three minute walk to Beach Road and 2 minute walk to Second Road and the Avenue Pattaya Mall. You can easily get a baht bus on Beach Road to go to walking street (also can walk) and the Second road baht buses make it easy to get to the Second Road soapies, soi 6, and Big see and Central Festival Malls. Bathrooms in all rooms are large and easily accomodate 2 people.

You can make transportation arrangements to get from Pattaya to Bangkok city or airport by leaving the hotel and going to Second Road. Tons of transportation agencies there. There is also one or two places right across from the Whitehouse front door. Literally a 3 second walk. Plenty of ATMs and currency places, 7-11, a grocery store (Villa Market I think) very close. Take in a movie at Avenue Mall. Not crowded like some of the other theatres. Breakfast is decent and is served late. GF of course but they may charge for bringing two girls back. They collect the girls IDs when they visit you. I consider that a very good thing.

Fellas,

I am traveling to Pattaya for the first time in July. In your opinion amongst these three hotels Nova Platinum, Sunshine and LK Metropole, in order of importance, gf w / no charge good wifi in the room being second, swimming pool third, and close to walking street which would be the best choice? Also when I was in Dom. Rep. I bought a device from Orange that allows me to have wifi on the go. Do you think it will work there? I hear they have the same type of setup called pocket wifi and all I would have to do is change the sim card IF it is unlocked.

[QUOTE=Blocker12;1567947]Fellas,

I am traveling to Pattaya for the first time in July. In your opinion amongst these three hotels Nova Platinum, Sunshine and LK Metropole, in order of importance, gf w / no charge good wifi in the room being second, swimming pool third, and close to walking street which would be the best choice? Also when I was in Dom. Rep. I bought a device from Orange that allows me to have wifi on the go. Do you think it will work there? I hear they have the same type of setup called pocket wifi and all I would have to do is change the sim card IF it is unlocked.[/QUOTE]I'm in sunshine now, no complaints. Plenty of action right around this area and its a 3 minute walk up or down to catch the baht bus.

[QUOTE]I have stayed there every year for about 8 years. Very good value. * * * The Whitehouse location is IMHO the best location in Pattaya. Three minute walk to Beach Road and 2 minute walk to Second Road and the Avenue Pattaya Mall. You can easily get a baht bus on Beach Road to go to walking street (also can walk) and the Second road baht buses make it easy to get to the Second Road soapies, soi 6, and "Big C" and Central Festival Malls. Bathrooms in all rooms are large and easily accommodate 2 people. * * * Plenty of ATMs and currency places, 7-11, a grocery store (Villa Market I think) very close. Take in a movie at Avenue Mall. Not crowded like some of the other theatres. Breakfast is decent and is served late. GF of course but they may charge for bringing two girls back. They collect the girls IDs when they visit you. I consider that a very good thing.[/QUOTE]I spent almost a month at the Whitehouse Condotel a couple of years ago and enjoyed it very much.

Adding to what Mr. Allover had to say about the location, I will note that the Whitehouse Condotel is also within easy walking distance of Soi LK Metro, which recently has greatly expanded the number of places of interest to naughty boys. You cross Second Road, go north about a block and then east for another block and you're there. From there you also have easy access to the establishments on Soi Buakaow, like the night market. If you fancy a big breakfast taken poolside the legendary Lek Hotel buffet is directly across the street from the Whitehouse Condotel. If you get bored with the bill of fare at the Lek, you can walk up Second Road to the Apex Hotel and check out their poolside breakfast buffet.

As for the accommodations at the Whitehouse, see the attached photos. This is the premium offering, a one bedroom suite. It featured a wraparound balcony, but the views were underwhelming. I have not stayed in the smaller rooms, but other gents have favorably reviewed them. There is small rooftop pool, and the wi-fi works up there so you can get some work done while catching a few rays. Overall, the vibe at the Whitehouse is rather subdued, quiet even. The place caters to golfers and many of them retire early the better to get off to the links at the crack of dawn. Don't get me wrong, the Whitehouse is definitely girl friendly. It's just not a party all night type of place. I like the combination. When I want to relax I can retire to my suite on a very quiet little block in central Pattaya. But when I fancy going out the nightlife is only steps away.

Finally, with regard to transportation from the airport in Bangkok I recommend:

[URL]http://www.pattaya-taxi.com/[/URL]

The boss is Khun Keak and his fleet of drivers is very reliable. Prices might be a few hundred baht higher than what you could negotiate out on the street. But I like being able to book in advance by e-mail. And when I get off a long ass flight it's reassuring to know the driver will be waiting.

Bunky.

Here are some more photos of the one bedroom suite at the Whitehouse Condotel, plus some exterior shots.

Bunky.

[QUOTE=Blocker12;1567947]Fellas,

I am traveling to Pattaya for the first time in July. In your opinion amongst these three hotels Nova Platinum, Sunshine and LK Metropole, in order of importance, gf w / no charge good wifi in the room being second, swimming pool third, and close to walking street which would be the best choice? Also when I was in Dom. Rep. I bought a device from Orange that allows me to have wifi on the go. Do you think it will work there? I hear they have the same type of setup called pocket wifi and all I would have to do is change the sim card IF it is unlocked.[/QUOTE]I stayed at Nova Platinum about 5 times up until about 4 years ago when they added their 2 new wings, and it was fine. But now they specialize in hosting groups of loud, obnoxious, budget travelers and allow them to have up to 4 people in a room designed for a maximum of 2. Plus these boisterous folks love to yell in the hallways outside your door so sleeping is next to impossible. They used to have a rating of 8 plus on TripAdvisor, but now it's in the mid 6's. It's neighborhood has also become a haven for Middle Eastern travelers, with the requisite hookah lounges and middle eastern food. If you are looking for more of a Thai experience then I recommend either of the other 2 hotels, and I personally like the location of LK Metropole better than Sunshine.

On my last trip to Thailand, while in Pattaya for 5 days, we stayed at the Four Seasons Place Hotel in South Pattaya. This is not to be confused with and is not affiliated with the Four Seasons Resorts hotels worldwide. My opinion is that this hotel is a very good value if you want a high quality, good size room but do not need to be close to the beach or Walking Street. It is a good 10 to 15 minute drive to Walking Street or Beach Road where I think is the best location to stay close to in Pattaya. The rooms are very large in size, the hotel is GF, and the breakfast buffet is decent. It does not have a lot of rooms, so it is more limited in amenities. There is a smaller pool and gym too on premises. I think next time I go to Pattaya I will stay at my favorite place the LK Empress.

Thanks for the response fellas, I almost have it down to either the Sunshine Hotel or LK Metropole. Hopefully I'll be able to get a couple of buddy passes and fly out, on or about the end of June beginning of July. Which of those hotels are closer to the part of Walking Street that has all the action, and is it walking distance?

So. I'm in Pattaya for just a couple of days, and plan to make the most of it. And will be bringing different girls back several times throughout the night. So looking for a hotel that will work best for me.

-Walking distance to main area on walking street.

-no joiner fees.

-ok with bringing back more than one girl in the same night.

-ok with two girls at once (not as important).

-money isn't really an issue.

-ideally can avoid front desk altogether. When I went to Phuket, was in a hotel just a 3 min walk away from the gogo bars, and it had a seperate entrance for the larger rooms, so could be discreet and bypass hotel staff completely, so never had an issue bringing back one girl for a few hours, then two girls later. Would like to find that in Pattaya.

Actually to answer my own question, it looks like Jasmine Hotel would fit the bill.

Yes Jasmine hotel is a good option right on soi BJ just off walking Street. They charge 1250 baht for a top room on 5th floor which is sea facing with a balcony. Other rooms are small. Guests are allowed without any joiner fees but need to drop I'd at reception., its good for your safety. Other services at the hotel are below average.

You can also try second Road there are many hotels.

[QUOTE=Iliana;1569448]So. I'm in Pattaya for just a couple of days, and plan to make the most of it. And will be bringing different girls back several times throughout the night. So looking for a hotel that will work best for me.

-Walking distance to main area on walking street.

-no joiner fees.

-ok with bringing back more than one girl in the same night.

-ok with two girls at once (not as important).

-money isn't really an issue.

-ideally can avoid front desk altogether. When I went to Phuket, was in a hotel just a 3 min walk away from the gogo bars, and it had a seperate entrance for the larger rooms, so could be discreet and bypass hotel staff completely, so never had an issue bringing back one girl for a few hours, then two girls later. Would like to find that in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]

Am planning to visit Pattaya on 16th June. Can some one please help me with the hotels near beach road and walking street in the range of 1000 baht per day.

Thanks in advance!

[QUOTE=Hitman100;1574555]Am planning to visit Pattaya on 16th June. Can some one please help me with the hotels near beach road and walking street in the range of 1000 baht per day.

Thanks in advance![/QUOTE]Just returned from my yearly adventure to Pattaya. I've been going to Pattaya for the last 15-20 years. I've have stayed in many hotels through the years. To me location is top priority. I like anything between 2nd and Beach Roads or withing close proximity. I try to stay few steps from the regular Bath Bus route. If I'm going towards walking street I walk to Beach Rd. And if going towards North Pattaya I walk to 2nd Rd. Get in a Bath Bus and 10 Baths later you are there. I normally book two nights and then extend if I'm pleased or move if I'm not. For those new to Pattaya there are literally 100's of hotels at all price range and 100's of Bath Buses running 24/7. I like to use Trivago or Kayak to book.

Does anyone know if The Haven Hotel on Soi 13 is GF?

[QUOTE=AwesomeMan;1575852]Does anyone know if The Haven Hotel on Soi 13 is GF?[/QUOTE]It certainly was a few weeks ago.

I had a "Fat Bastard" English breakfast there one morning and there were quite a few "playmates" having a post Boom Boom breakfast with Farrangs.

P.S. The Haven is favored by mainly European golf enthusiasts.

Enjoy.

Hotman.

Does anyone know if privi suites is guest friendly?

Hello fellas,

I would like to get some recommendations on budget hotels near Walking street or the infamous Sois in the range of 15-20 USD / night.

Preferably with:

- AC.

- window.

- decent mattress.

- room clean and cosy enough for a girl to feel respected (iow no shitholes).

I'm sure some of you out here have tried and tested some. Please share!

[QUOTE=WildWestW;1581023]Hello fellas,

I would like to get some recommendations on budget hotels near Walking street or the infamous Sois in the range of 15-20 USD / night.

Preferably with:

- AC.

- window.

- decent mattress.

- room clean and cosy enough for a girl to feel respected (iow no shitholes).

I'm sure some of you out here have tried and tested some. Please share![/QUOTE]I have to recommend Honey Lodge. It has a good mattress and its around $30 a night. I stayed at a lot of budget hotels when I was in Pattaya, most of them have one thing in common, their mattresses was as hard as the floor. I remember when I first stayed at Honey Lodge after staying at other budget hotels, the mattress was so good I had my first good nights sleep and didn't wake up until noon. The best part is that its a block away from the entrance to walking street. The shower pressure sucks. Of course its guest friendly. Wifi isn't free, but it was not expensive, I think it was 20 baht a day.

They do ask for a deposit, don't forget to ask for it back when you check out and make sure they write it on your receipt.

[URL]http://www.agoda.com/honey-lodge/hotel/pattaya-th.html[/URL]

[QUOTE=WildWestW;1581023]Hello fellas,

I would like to get some recommendations on budget hotels near Walking street or the infamous Sois in the range of 15-20 USD / night.

Preferably with:

- AC.

- window.

- decent mattress.

- room clean and cosy enough for a girl to feel respected (iow no shitholes).

I'm sure some of you out here have tried and tested some. Please share![/QUOTE]To wild west.

If you only want to pay 15-20 USD a night you can only get a backpacker room at Bukaho area, may be 20 yr ago you can get this price not any more keep dreaming newbie.

Fast eddie 48.

[QUOTE=FastEddie48;1581775]If you only want to pay 15-20 USD a night you can only get a backpacker room at Bukaho area, may be 20 yr ago you can get this price not any more keep dreaming newbie.[/QUOTE]With that budget and those requirements it is [U]mission very difficult[/U]. You [B][I]might[/I][/B] be able to get something close to the $20 (650 B) range if you: 1) arrive in low season 2) book the room for 30 days or more 3) shop around a lot 4) pay cash in advance (money talks after all).

Many establishments will give discounts for longer bookings. I recently emailed my usual Bangkok hotel to see what they could do. They said they offer a 10% discount on stays of 15 days, and a 20% discount on stays of 30 days. It never hurts to ask.

The other options for the OP are to dollar cost average into something: ie the cheapest lodging possible for a few nights and something better for a few nights, and there is always your 300 Baht short stay hotel which might accept 650 Baht for a nightly booking.

SL.

[QUOTE=Sunlover2;1581789]With that budget and those requirements it is [U]mission very difficult[/U]. You [B][I]might[/I][/B] be able to get something close to the $20 (650 B) range if you: 1) arrive in low season 2) book the room for 30 days or more 3) shop around a lot 4) pay cash in advance (money talks after all).

Many establishments will give discounts for longer bookings. I recently emailed my usual Bangkok hotel to see what they could do. They said they offer a 10% discount on stays of 15 days, and a 20% discount on stays of 30 days. It never hurts to ask.

The other options for the OP are to dollar cost average into something: ie the cheapest lodging possible for a few nights and something better for a few nights, and there is always your 300 Baht short stay hotel which might accept 650 Baht for a nightly booking.

SL.[/QUOTE]To SunLover.

The way I look at it if you spend all that money and travel a long way to Thailand your flight cost is already 1500 USD and you don't even want to spend another 30 USD a night for a decent hotel, why even bother to go all 15 -20 USD going to get you is a shithole back packer room in Pattaya, yes I know local can get room for the cheap if they stay for one month no AC.

Fast eddie 48.

Hello,

Is any fellow mongerer tried Ban Dok Mai guest houses, on website and tripadviosr it seems to be good place to stay. Any feed back about this place will be appreciated.

Cheers,

RJ.

I would like to find a room that has a balcony, a refrigerator that is reasonably sized or isn't already full of the hotel's stuff, and that costs about 1,000 Baht / day for a month stay.

I've stayed at the AA Pattaya and the AA Pattaya Residence, the rooms are nice, the people are friendly, and they have a beautiful pool, but no balcony or fridge space.

I also stayed at a couple of guest house on Soi 12 east of Second Road. I can't remember their names, they were adequate. But no balconies.

And for a couple of days I stayed at The Haven in a room at the pool, which was very nice but no fridge or balcony.

Also let me ask: has anyone stayed at any of the hotel / guest houses on Soi Post Office? They sure are centrally located, but I would think noisy.

Thanks for any advice or opinions.

Indy Tourist