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[QUOTE=Syzygies;2003393]Not sure why you have to bypass reception, but I have to suspect you want something that cannot be mentioned here. .[/QUOTE]That may be true but not necessarily. My last trip to Pattaya I met several mongers who said they felt self-conscious taking a lady to reception for ID in front when other foreigners, usually women, are there. They didn't like the "judgment" stares. Personally, I could care less if they stare. I don't know them and will never see them again.
[QUOTE=Wanderer9577;2003414]That may be true but not necessarily. My last trip to Pattaya I met several mongers who said they felt self-conscious taking a lady to reception for ID in front when other foreigners, usually women, are there. They didn't like the "judgment" stares. Personally, I could care less if they stare. I don't know them and will never see them again.[/QUOTE]If I wanted to impress the Hotel staff or other guests I might choose a different Hotel. I definitely have Hotels that I designate as for mongering purposes where the only reputation that matters is that you are a good customer.
I don't feel the walk of shame when there are so many customers with young Thai ladies for one reason or another. I would be much more self conscious if was with a ladyboy or a girl obviously too young. Hypothetical since I don't do that.
If staying with GF, I choose a different Hotel.
How many families are staying in Hotels very close to Nana Plaza and why? Taking a girl back to your room late at night, you are not likely to encounter families with young kids.
I do recall having the hots for a receptionist at Dynasty Grande some years ago, but out of my league, especially, having been seen with hookers. The staff would not be allowed to fraternise with guests in any case, even if there was the slightest chance they wished to (no chance in hell).
I have heard of Farangs marrying girls working at the Hotel they stayed at in Pattaya, but that was definitely Farangs not with hookers. I don't think it is common.
[QUOTE=Wanderer9577;2003414]That may be true but not necessarily. My last trip to Pattaya I met several mongers who said they felt self-conscious taking a lady to reception for ID in front when other foreigners, usually women, are there. They didn't like the "judgment" stares. Personally, I could care less if they stare. I don't know them and will never see them again.[/QUOTE]Experienced Thai escorts want to leave their ID with the hotel. It is a form of security for them.
Experienced punters want the ladies to leave their ID with the hotel. It is a form of security for us.
Your Pattaya cadre were either inexperienced punters, or were possible looking to work around codified social norms.
SL.
[QUOTE=Sunlover2;2003484]Experienced Thai escorts want to leave their ID with the hotel. It is a form of security for them.
Experienced punters want the ladies to leave their ID with the hotel. It is a form of security for us.
Your Pattaya cadre were either inexperienced punters, or were possible looking to work around codified social norms.
SL.[/QUOTE]Talk about to register the girl, I have a question. Do you guy walk to the front desk to request them to register the girl or they will require you or the girl to register. Last time I was in BKK, stayed in Doubletree by Hilton. At about 3 am, I bought a girl back to hotel and I thought I should bring the girl to the front desk, as we were walking toward the front desk, the lady behind the desk turned away from us. There were no other guest in the entire lobby. As I did not plan to do long time, I just walk away with my girl from the front desk and went to the elevator. They seems do not care.
Jb.
[QUOTE=JudeBright;2003522]Talk about to register the girl, I have a question. Do you guy walk to the front desk to request them to register the girl or they will require you or the girl to register.[/QUOTE]Registered guests and joiners are two different things.
Registered guests are officially staying at the hotel. The hotel has their name registered to the room. They have signing privileges (charge things to the room) and can request room access, ect.
Joiners are visitors at the hotel. They are visiting a registered hotel guest. Leaving ID lets the hotel know the joiner is on the property and which room they are likely in.
Hotels have different joiner policies, and handle joiners differently. Some physically keep their ID and some make a copy. Some will do this at the front desk or at the security station which can be located at the elevator bank. They will check the ID to see if it is real, and that the lady is age appropriate for their policy. Some hotels will restrict the number of joiners, the hours they can visit, ect. Some are quite strict on their policies, and some are quite lax.
SL.
[QUOTE=JudeBright;2003522]Talk about to register the girl, I have a question. Do you guy walk to the front desk to request them to register the girl or they will require you or the girl to register. Last time I was in BKK, stayed in Doubletree by Hilton. At about 3 am, I bought a girl back to hotel and I thought I should bring the girl to the front desk, as we were walking toward the front desk, the lady behind the desk turned away from us. There were no other guest in the entire lobby. As I did not plan to do long time, I just walk away with my girl from the front desk and went to the elevator. They seems do not care.
Jb.[/QUOTE]There are no fixed rules. Some hotels require all to be registered, some take the ID card and give it back when she leaves, some make a copy of her ID only, and some allow everyone in without any checking. And sometimes it depends not as much on the hotel rules but on the reception staff.
Personally, I always bring her to the reception desk and at the very least reception checks her ID.
Also can depend a lot on the time. At T21 hotel for example they usually don't bother before 8 PM. 8 pm-11/12 they usually ask discreetly if 'everything okay sir'? Afterwards they usually want you to leave her ID at reception. But they are nice about it. As it's a big hotel It's less awkward then some other small ones.
Thank you for your suggestions.
Its not that I have something to hide, nor is it the hotel staff, as this type of activity is normal in BKK and how they stay in business. One of the reasons is as Syzgies mentioned, there are so many families in these hotels, and I know people are different, but for me I'm just not comfortable with it, especially the next morning during breakfast. Why a family would vacation with young children in Soi 4 is beyond me.
The main reason is because the world is now truly a global village and I'd hate to run into someone I know who is there for vacation or for the same reasons as me while I'm waiting to register my guest. Also, so many people are now making youtube videos of their experiences and in this digital age I would hate to be caught in one of them, don't see how they can't see making these vids public can be very problematic.
Having stayed at VT6 in Pattaya, though it is more than what I need and more pricey than I would like to pay, the peace of mind I get with a quick and discreet in and out is worth the extra cost.
Thanks again, will be looking at Silq and Shama.
Just wondering if there are any hotels by Soi Cowboy or Nana that have balconies. The closer to Soi cowboy and Nana the better. Budget is almost 3500 baht per night also must be a GF hotel.
Thanks.
No balconies unfortunately, but I'm staying this trip at Sukhumvit Suites Hotel, right at the corner of Asok and Sukhumvit (near one of the Asok BTS entrances). Very convenient for Soi Cowboy and just a short walk from some other nearby attractions. Nana is easily walkable, but might be a bit far to walk if taking a lady back to your room unless she's willing to walk the 10-12 minutes and cross 2 main streets (Asok and Sukhumvit), so a cab or tuk-tuk might be a better choice in that case.
[URL]http://www.sukhumvitsuitesbangkok.com/[/URL]
Nice hotel. I got the larger suite with a sitting area and separate bedroom. Good sized bathroom etc. Also, very girl friendly. Haven't had any issues bringing girls back. The elevator is right inside the door on the 1st floor, but reception is on 2nd. There is usually but not always a security guard or other person at the door / 1st floor sitting area, but have never had a problem just going to the elevator and going to floor 3 and directly to my room. I forget the rate I paid, but it was reasonable at < $100 USD per night.
[QUOTE=Boag11;2007342]Just wondering if there are any hotels by Soi Cowboy or Nana that have balconies. The closer to Soi cowboy and Nana the better. Budget is almost 3500 baht per night also must be a GF hotel.
Thanks.[/QUOTE]Have a look at The Mermaid Hotel Soi 29 [URL]http://www.hotelmermaidbangkok.com/[/URL].
[QUOTE=Boag11;2007342]Just wondering if there are any hotels by Soi Cowboy or Nana that have balconies. The closer to Soi cowboy and Nana the better. Budget is almost 3500 baht per night also must be a GF hotel.
Thanks.[/QUOTE][URL]Booking.com[/URL] allows you to enter your search criteria, of which 'balcony' can be one of them. You can also enter price range and ask for Map view to where the hotels are located. Almost all Hotels in the area are girl friendly with maybe the odd exception.
I like to stay with a girl who likes a balcony for smoking too. Not that fussed for myself. However I stay in different location near to where she lives.
[QUOTE=FormulaOneFan;2009376]No balconies unfortunately, but I'm staying this trip at Sukhumvit Suites Hotel, right at the corner of Asok and Sukhumvit (near one of the Asok BTS entrances). Very convenient for Soi Cowboy and just a short walk from some other nearby attractions. Nana is easily walkable, but might be a bit far to walk if taking a lady back to your room unless she's willing to walk the 10-12 minutes and cross 2 main streets (Asok and Sukhumvit), so a cab or tuk-tuk might be a better choice in that case.
[URL]http://www.sukhumvitsuitesbangkok.com/[/URL][/QUOTE]Apparently this is the hotel that used to be called S Sukhumvit Suites. New management perhaps? I agree the location is outstanding, as good as any location in BKK for us. Their older rooms are larger and their newer rooms (about 4 years old) are very modern but tiny. The suites are nice but I would opt for the older room that is not a suite to get the best value. It may be called a deluxe room. Like most Bangkok hotels, prices are rising quickly. I stayed there a number of years ago for USD $35/ night. I thought it was an incredible deal back then. I would also recommend this hotel.
[QUOTE=Markly2;2009439]Have a look at The Mermaid Hotel Soi 29 [URL]http://www.hotelmermaidbangkok.com/[/URL].[/QUOTE]I am admittedly a BKK newb but I am always a bit confused when this hotel comes up as a prime location hotel for hobbyists. It's not near a metro sitting somewhere in between Asok and Phrom Phong metro. It isn't near the Soi 24 MP's nor Thermae nor Nana. The closest spot is Soi Cowboy but there are likely better hotels which are closer, including those around Terminal 21. The only thing for hobbyists which I think it's near is Scratch Dog, a disco no one here seems to discuss as a FL bar. This is where many of the Thermae and gogo girls go to. Am I missing a good area to hobby near Mermaid?
[QUOTE=Allover;2009536]Apparently this is the hotel that used to be called S Sukhumvit Suites. New management perhaps? I agree the location is outstanding, as good as any location in BKK for us. Their older rooms are larger and their newer rooms (about 4 years old) are very modern but tiny. The suites are nice but I would opt for the older room that is not a suite to get the best value. It may be called a deluxe room. Like most Bangkok hotels, prices are rising quickly. I stayed there a number of years ago for USD $35/ night. I thought it was an incredible deal back then. I would also recommend this hotel.[/QUOTE]Yep. It's labelled S Sukhumvit Suites and Sukhumvit Suites inconsistently; not sure about the management change. There are some recently renovated rooms, and the location is as you said, outstanding. I opted for the suite because I got a screaming deal through expedia when I booked after booking my flights. Suite was just a few dollars more per night if I pre-paid than the basic room.