Pattaya Hotels

Hotel right on second road with a jacuzzi tub in the bathroom, worked wonders on the girls. But the beds are absolutely the hardest I've ever slept on and there's no lift. You do get access to the rooftop pool across the street. There's a small gogo bar downstairs so expect noise until 3 am.

[QUOTE=Admin2;2138206]I think Page 10 is probably a good hotel and I had a really bad run of luck there. It looks like a nice hotel, the people who work there are nice.

Here was a run down of my problems.

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I am just back from and trip and I stayed at the Page 10 hotel. It's a nice four star hotel but I agree about much of what has been said before. It sounds as if you did have a run of bad luck.

I had no problems with the internet although they made it clear that large downloads (movies etc) were prohibited.
The room was fine but it was often impossible to get to sleep before 4 am because of the band / singer from the beer bar on Soi 10.
I was not impressed by the breakfast buffet, you could have an omlette and some other items but all the rest was more like a dinner buffet.
I had no problems with girls coming up to my room.
Finally, the hotel is a bit worn down, it really needs a good sanding and painting all over.

Hi guys.

Myself and another BM are meeting Pattaya late May and are planning to have an orgy style party on Vesak Day. We made enquiries at the Penthouse but are not fully happy with their replies regarding our requirements. Does anyone know of any 2 bedroom apartments woth a jacuzzi or spa that will book out for 2 nights?

Thank Rob.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2167817] Does anyone know of any 2 bedroom apartments woth a jacuzzi or spa that will book out for 2 nights?[/QUOTE]I think View Talay 6 have apartments with 2 bedroom and jacuzzi. You could check on Honeycoffee or Dancewatchers if they have this kind of apartments available.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2167965]I think View Talay 6 have apartments with 2 bedroom and jacuzzi. You could check on Honeycoffee or Dancewatchers if they have this kind of apartments available.[/QUOTE]Not through dancewatchers, I don't think.

But check out [URL]http://pimppadpattaya.com/rooms/pimp-pad-pattaya/[/URL].

[QUOTE=GoldaMeir;2168067]Not through dancewatchers, I don't think.

But check out [URL]http://pimppadpattaya.com/rooms/pimp-pad-pattaya/[/URL].[/QUOTE]Thanks for the link, I was referring to this apartment but not remember on what site I had seen.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2168074]Thanks for the link, I was referring to this apartment but not remember on what site I had seen.[/QUOTE]It does look amazing. Would be great to see reviews.

[QUOTE=TfEight;2150192]On two occasions, I had problems in Pattaya for bringing in more than one guest (girl) to my room without additional joiner fee for the 3rd guest (2nd girl). I was alone but had the rooms booked for two guests, as always. Only at Penthouse, I was able to bring in two girls at my room at the same time without any additional charge. Having bitter experiences from the two occasions (one being Aya Boutique, other I don't recollect the hotel name exactly) I never tried this to other hotels except Penthouse.

Any suggestions from fellow mongers about hotels at the beach road or even at the second road, who would not mind a 3rd guest (two girls at the same time) joining at the room. I read through the last 5 pages but did not quite get the answer. Would appreciate your help in switching form age-old Penthouse to any new places for my next trip coming end of this month.

Cheers, TFE.[/QUOTE]2 girls in room without joiner fee for either is no problem in Sandy Spring hotel in Soi 13. They put 3 set of towels for the rest of the stay. Leave ID in reception. They call your room to hear that everything is OK when girls leave. Great service for in room massage from the massage parlor on the other side of the street.

[QUOTE=GoldaMeir;2168601]It does look amazing. Would be great to see reviews.[/QUOTE]I rented that exact unit 3 years ago for about 2 weeks. It was through a different site back then. The room is huge. The master bedroom is large and master bath is way bigger than anyone needs. The 2nd bedroom is not large but has its own bath which is nice. The sofa was really worn out by too much sex so hopefully it has been replaced. Kitchen is surprisingly tiny for such a huge place. Their is a 180 degree balcony that has a view likely second to none in Pattaya. Girls love the place and run around everywhere taking selfies. They WILL NOT leave for days. Only downfall I remember from the place is there were a few ants in the closet area but that is one of the issues with the aging VT6 these days.

[QUOTE=TfEight;2150192]On two occasions, I had problems in Pattaya for bringing in more than one guest (girl) to my room without additional joiner fee for the 3rd guest (2nd girl). I was alone but had the rooms booked for two guests, as always. Only at Penthouse, I was able to bring in two girls at my room at the same time without any additional charge. Having bitter experiences from the two occasions (one being Aya Boutique, other I don't recollect the hotel name exactly) I never tried this to other hotels except Penthouse.

Any suggestions from fellow mongers about hotels at the beach road or even at the second road, who would not mind a 3rd guest (two girls at the same time) joining at the room. I read through the last 5 pages but did not quite get the answer. Would appreciate your help in switching form age-old Penthouse to any new places for my next trip coming end of this month.

Cheers, TFE.[/QUOTE]This visit I have booked the Grand Hotel Soi 14 which is off Walking Street and in an email reply they said 2 girl no problem. I will re-read the email because I'm sure it may even say any number of girls. The Penthouse is great when you have a threesome but they want to charge of 810 baht per girl! A bit rich considering that only a clean towel will be required.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2170434]This visit I have booked the Grand Hotel Soi 14 which is off Walking Street and in an email reply they said 2 girl no problem. I will re-read the email because I'm sure it may even say any number of girls. The Penthouse is great when you have a threesome but they want to charge of 810 baht per girl! A bit rich considering that only a clean towel will be required.[/QUOTE]The exact answer to my query with the Grand Hotel to my question regarding 2 to 3 girls in my room was " you can do it not charge".

I will of course save this email to my phone and I tip for extra towels.

Just in case someone is considering Mercure, I got this email today.

Hello,

I am going alone to Pattaya and will be there for 6 days. Pleaee suggest if LK Empress hotel is good in terms of getting a GF and distance from Main Action areas.

Cheers.

[QUOTE=Ntz555;2173013]Hello,

I am going alone to Pattaya and will be there for 6 days. Pleaee suggest if LK Empress hotel is good in terms of getting a GF and distance from Main Action areas.

Cheers.[/QUOTE]LK Empress is a girl friendly hotel and no problem of getting GF. Its on beach road and is quite near to action places like Soi 13/2, walking street and not far from Soi 6. Good choice of hotel and have a action packed holiday.

BRB.

I fell for it and I should have known better. I was shown a credit card ticket to sign but on it was the price in baht (basically the one I'd agreed on when I booked online) followed by an exchange rate in euros, then a total in euros. The exchange rate was not a good one and this should have made me sit up and take notice, plus the fact that the employee told me it was an exchange rate "from the bank". It was the hotel's own poor exchange rate, nothing else. I was tricked into agreeing to pay in euros at an exchange rate at the hotel's discretion. That hotel employee had her little scam well-rehearsed. Lesson learnt.

[QUOTE=XXL;2173637]I fell for it and I should have known better. I was shown a credit card ticket to sign but on it was the price in baht (basically the one I'd agreed on when I booked online) followed by an exchange rate in euros, then a total in euros. The exchange rate was not a good one and this should have made me sit up and take notice, plus the fact that the employee told me it was an exchange rate "from the bank". It was the hotel's own poor exchange rate, nothing else. I was tricked into agreeing to pay in euros at an exchange rate at the hotel's discretion. That hotel employee had her little scam well-rehearsed. Lesson learnt.[/QUOTE]They do that in all Hotels in Thailand, nothing out of order there, just choose local and not your home country.

Hope they offer Breakfast also for the visitor staying overnight, in case you booked room for 2 and staying single.

[QUOTE=Nordico;2171036]Just in case someone is considering Mercure, I got this email today.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Bono1305;2173699]They do that in all Hotels in Thailand, nothing out of order there, just choose local and not your home country.[/QUOTE]Not all hotels. I've never had a bill in Euro's. Only bahts.

[QUOTE=XXL;2173637]I fell for it and I should have known better. I was shown a credit card ticket to sign but on it was the price in baht (basically the one I'd agreed on when I booked online) followed by an exchange rate in euros, then a total in euros. The exchange rate was not a good one and this should have made me sit up and take notice, plus the fact that the employee told me it was an exchange rate "from the bank". It was the hotel's own poor exchange rate, nothing else. I was tricked into agreeing to pay in euros at an exchange rate at the hotel's discretion. That hotel employee had her little scam well-rehearsed. Lesson learnt.[/QUOTE]What did they get you for?

[QUOTE=Breadman;2173904]What did they get you for?[/QUOTE]A small amount since I had booked only 5 days, but it pissed me off because the exchange rate turned out 3% worse than the one given by my credit card. It's a indirect way of charging more for credit card payment and there was no warning of that on their website on [URL]booking.com[/URL].

[QUOTE=XXL;2173920]A small amount since I had booked only 5 days, but it pissed me off because the exchange rate turned out 3% worse than the one given by my credit card. It's a indirect way of charging more for credit card payment and there was no warning of that on their website on [URL]booking.com[/URL].[/QUOTE]The 4 Credit Card Rules to travel by:

#1 Always select the local currency when paying with a credit card.
#2 Only use credit cards that have a zero fx transaction fee.
#3 Except in an emergency, never use a CC to draw down cash from an ATM - only use a zero fee debit card like the Charles Schwab debit card, for example, to withdraw cash.
#4 Only use CC's that feature a 2% or more reward in points or miles like the Capital One Venture card for example.

Dear All,

I am planning to select either of the following hotels, please kindly give me an advises which is much better in terms of girl friendly, near Action site, cleanest and safest:

1) LK the empress Pattaya.

2) flipper lodge hotel.

3) flipper house hotel.

4) dynasty inn Pattaya.

Thanks in advance.

Cheers,

MD.

[QUOTE=MachoDik;2175588]Dear All,
I am planning to select either of the following hotels, please kindly give me an advises which is much better in terms of girl friendly, near Action site, cleanest and safest:
1) LK the empress Pattaya.
2) flipper lodge hotel.
3) flipper house hotel.
4) dynasty inn Pattaya.
Thanks in advance.
Cheers,
MD.[/QUOTE]That depends on what action you like. If you don't mind staying in a noisy area with many beer bars and you want to be close to Soi 6 then you can choose Flipper Lodge or Flipper House.

If you like to stay in a more quiet environment and closer to Walking Street you can better choose LK the Empress or the Dynasty Inn. Both get good reviews here but the Empress is quite expensive. I think the Dynasty Inn is better value for money.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2175666]That depends on what action you like. If you don't mind staying in a noisy area with many beer bars and you want to be close to Soi 6 then you can choose Flipper Lodge or Flipper House.

If you like to stay in a more quiet environment and closer to Walking Street you can better choose LK the Empress or the Dynasty Inn. Both get good reviews here but the Empress is quite expensive. I think the Dynasty Inn is better value for money.[/QUOTE]Thanks for valued feedback. I presumed all hotels are girls friendly and safe to stay. Right?

As I read the forum, I can put things together as:

1) Soi 6 are mostly bar that you can go ST upstairs of the bar with rate: BF 300 , for girls 1000, right? How about LT rate both BF and for the girls?

2) Walking street are mostly bars with Agogo dancers as that of BKK NEP & Soi cowboys. Any info as to the BF & for girls for St & LT as well?

3) massage parlour: During my long ago trip to Pattaya, I saw only few Massage Parlour as that in Rachadapisek in BKK, I wonder what location should I focus to cathered this portion for me?

I have only 3 nights to spend in Pattaya and thus so excited to plan my agenda there! I have not had any success Bfining in BKK As bars in NEP & Soi cowboy are so pushy on drinks and girls always looking for Jap customers.

Hope to hear more from you guys!

Thanks in Advance.

Cheers,

MD.

[QUOTE=MachoDik;2175737]Thanks for valued feedback. I presumed all hotels are girls friendly and safe to stay. Right?[/QUOTE]Yes they are.

[QUOTE=MachoDik;2175737]
As I read the forum, I can put things together as:
1) Soi 6 are mostly bar that you can go ST upstairs of the bar with rate: BF 300 , for girls 1000, right? How about LT rate both BF and for the girls?
2) Walking street are mostly bars with Agogo dancers as that of BKK NEP & Soi cowboys. Any info as to the BF & for girls for St & LT as well?[/QUOTE]BF in Soi 6 can also be 350 or 400 at some bars. As for all the other rates you're asking for: they are quite often mentioned in the Pattaya thread so just start reading.

[QUOTE=MachoDik;2175737]
3) massage parlour: During my long ago trip to Pattaya, I saw only few Massage Parlour as that in Rachadapisek in BKK, I wonder what location should I focus to cathered this portion for me?[/QUOTE]
Read the thread 'Pattaya Massage Parlors'.

[QUOTE=MachoDik;2175737]I presumed all hotels are girls friendly. Right?[/QUOTE]Don't presume. Not all Pattaya hotels are girl friendly. This may sound strange in sin city, but it is true. Some Pattaya hotels are absolutely NOT girl friendly and will charge a joiner fee for any girl not on the check in reservation like the Avani (former Marriott) for example. Other Pattaya hotels will charge a joiner fee on the 2nd girl if you take two girls back to your room at the same time like the Areca Lodge. And other hotels are completely girl friendly. (In addition, the amount of the joiner fee at the restrictive hotels varies depending on the hotel policy.) Therefore it is best to either check with the forum here on a specific hotel you have in mind, or go to a girl friendly info website like:

[URL]http://www.bargirlfriendlyhotels.com/pattaya-guest-friendly-hotels/[/URL]

to see if your hotel is listed as girl friendly, or, and this is the most fool proof way to find out, email the hotel directly and ask what their policy is.

To add to what natty posted, some hotels will not allow girls under 20. Email or call the hotel directly.

[QUOTE=NattyBumpo;2175750]Don't presume. Not all Pattaya hotels are girl friendly.[/QUOTE]I presumed he was referring to the four hotels he already mentioned and those four are girl friendly.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2175776]To add to what natty posted, some hotels will not allow girls under 20. Email or call the hotel directly.[/QUOTE]The Dynasty Inn allows 18+. Don't know about the other three hotels.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2175780]I presumed he was referring to the four hotels he already mentioned and those four are girl friendly.[/QUOTE]Yes, correct, what I presume is those 4 hotels I mentioned and definitely not saying all hotels in Pattaya.

Sorry for creating some confusion but appreciated for all your kind advises.

I am still searching the BF & girls in Pattaya in general for LT. I have seen some mentioned BF 700 and For girls is 2500? Is that correct? As I am a bit confusing. Will anyone give some info or Correct any mistakes on such rate I just mentioned. Thanks.

[QUOTE=NattyBumpo;2175750]Don't presume. Not all Pattaya hotels are girl friendly. This may sound strange in sin city, but it is true. Some Pattaya hotels are absolutely NOT girl friendly and will charge a joiner fee for any girl not on the check in reservation like the Avani (former Marriott) for example. Other Pattaya hotels will charge a joiner fee on the 2nd girl if you take two girls back to your room at the same time like the Areca Lodge. And other hotels are completely girl friendly. (In addition, the amount of the joiner fee at the restrictive hotels varies depending on the hotel policy.) Therefore it is best to either check with the forum here on a specific hotel you have in mind, or go to a girl friendly info website like:

[URL]http://www.bargirlfriendlyhotels.com/pattaya-guest-friendly-hotels/[/URL]

to see if your hotel is listed as girl friendly, or, and this is the most fool proof way to find out, email the hotel directly and ask what their policy is.[/QUOTE]Thanks Pal!

Yes, I only presumed those four hotels I mentioned And thanks for the link about girl friendly hotels but some of the data are way back 2015, will it be some of them change policy already?

By the way, can you advise the different between flipper lodge from flipper house? Which one is far better?

I like LK empress but it's kind of a bit expensive but if it will be far better in terms of location to action site etc, I don't mind paying a bit more.

I am always fantasizing taking two girls to my room that can really play together as sometimes or most of the time, they will not be interacting nicely and may be shy between them self that end up fucking one and the other one act as audience or hide in the bathroom until the deeds finished and even will ask to change condom etc.

Cheers,

MD.

[QUOTE=MachoDik;2175806]By the way, can you advise the different between flipper lodge from flipper house? Which one is far better?[/QUOTE]Fiipper House is near 2nd road. Flipper lodge is near beach Road. If you're going for Freelancers on beach Road I'd pick Flipper Lodge, they just did some renovations on it too so it might be better. Either is a good pic and in the middle of beer bars etc.

[QUOTE=Zman429;2175903]Fiipper House is near 2nd road. Flipper lodge is near beach Road. If you're going for Freelancers on beach Road I'd pick Flipper Lodge, they just did some renovations on it too so it might be better. Either is a good pic and in the middle of beer bars etc.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the info, may be I will pick Flipper house as my focus on Bar girls. But Freenlancers will give it a try too, any idea the on going rate for Freelancers? As in BKK outside the street of Nana hotel they quote Bhat 1000 for ST.

Cheers,

MD.

Anyone know if the Inn House a good place to stay?

Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=NonStopParty;2179450]Anyone know if the Inn House a good place to stay?

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]It is a girlfriendly hotel. You see their rooms category on their webside. Many rooms have only view to neighbour building. It is clean and prices are good. Got some nice offers via [URL]hotels.com[/URL] and also booked on their website. Hotel on the other of the road. Sandy Spring is a little bit more expensive and has more rooms with seaview and pool. Some noise at night from Hooters. You can have the massage girls in same building of Inn House to come to your room for massage.

[QUOTE=NonStopParty;2179450]Anyone know if the Inn House a good place to stay?

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]It's OK but I prefer Dynasty Inn, also on Soi 13.

Check it out.

Enjoy.

Hotman.

[QUOTE=MachoDik;2175935]Thanks for the info, may be I will pick Flipper house as my focus on Bar girls. But Freenlancers will give it a try too, any idea the on going rate for Freelancers? As in BKK outside the street of Nana hotel they quote Bhat 1000 for ST.

Cheers,

MD.[/QUOTE]Decent girls want 700-1 k. Girls that are not greedy may go as low as 500. Some may be old are not as cute or in shape.

[QUOTE=MachoDik;2175935]As in BKK outside the street of Nana hotel they quote Bhat 1000 for ST.[/QUOTE]I've always been quoted 1500 outside of Nana by the few girls I've asked, 1000 in Bangkok sounds extremely low even for girls by the Nana sign.

Hi all.

Can anyone tell me if the Baywalk Residence are extra girl friendly? Planning in stsying 2 nights one if them being Vesak? Day and I have a 3 way lined up as well as a 4 way. How liberal is their policy?

Thanks in advance and I will be reporting daily when I hit the ground in 2 weeks.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2180361]Hi all.

Can anyone tell me if the Baywalk Residence are extra girl friendly? Planning in stsying 2 nights one if them being Vesak? Day and I have a 3 way lined up as well as a 4 way. How liberal is their policy?

Thanks in advance and I will be reporting daily when I hit the ground in 2 weeks.[/QUOTE]Think they charge 1000 for the extra guest.

[QUOTE=Breadman;2180700]Think they charge 1000 for the extra guest.[/QUOTE]Thanks BM. I have booked Mgallery Baraquda.

[QUOTE=Breadman;2180283]I've always been quoted 1500 outside of Nana by the few girls I've asked, 1000 in Bangkok sounds extremely low even for girls by the Nana sign.[/QUOTE]Nana car park girls are usually on the 1000 baht for ST, yugstere included.

Maybe 1500 when you walk through Some 4 freelancers.

Depends on the f the night and negotiation skills.

After deeply thinking about the place the location and the quality of the room, I have decided to put my booking via Expedia at LK the Empress hotel. As I think I will spend night time at Gogo bar in walking street and look for my girls for the night while in the day Time I can take Bhat bus to Soi 6 for afternoon ST delights.

Even though some BM attested that LK the Empress is a girl friendly hotel and my booking at Expedia is for two person, yet I written LK the Empress a mail to confirmed if they don't ask or charge joiner fees whatsoever when I take girls stay at my room at night. After over a week of my mail, still till now they don't reply yet. I feel their customer service is not good.

I hope they reply as if not I may opted to cancel my booking at their hotel and instead booked at Flipper house that is my second choice.

Hope someone share more about their encounter in LK the empress hotel with regard to bringing girls at night.

Cheers,

MD.

[QUOTE=MachoDik;2181770]After deeply thinking about the place the location and the quality of the room, I have decided to put my booking via Expedia at LK the Empress hotel. As I think I will spend night time at Gogo bar in walking street and look for my girls for the night while in the day Time I can take Bhat bus to Soi 6 for afternoon ST delights.

Even though some BM attested that LK the Empress is a girl friendly hotel and my booking at Expedia is for two person, yet I written LK the Empress a mail to confirmed if they don't ask or charge joiner fees whatsoever when I take girls stay at my room at night. After over a week of my mail, still till now they don't reply yet. I feel their customer service is not good.

I hope they reply as if not I may opted to cancel my booking at their hotel and instead booked at Flipper house that is my second choice.

Hope someone share more about their encounter in LK the empress hotel with regard to bringing girls at night.

Cheers,

MD.[/QUOTE]All LK properties are fully girl-friendly. You do not have to worry. In fact, if you do some reading here, you will realize that there are ways to get to your room with your girls without parading them past the reception. Good luck.

Also, in terms of hotel quality, I wonder how LK Empress and Flipper can be mentioned in the same sentence. That said, given your plan for day and night there are several other places to consider in between.

[QUOTE=MachoDik;2181770]After deeply thinking about the place the location and the quality of the room, I have decided to put my booking via Expedia at LK the Empress hotel. As I think I will spend night time at Gogo bar in walking street and look for my girls for the night while in the day Time I can take Bhat bus to Soi 6 for afternoon ST delights.

Even though some BM attested that LK the Empress is a girl friendly hotel and my booking at Expedia is for two person, yet I written LK the Empress a mail to confirmed if they don't ask or charge joiner fees whatsoever when I take girls stay at my room at night. After over a week of my mail, still till now they don't reply yet. I feel their customer service is not good.

I hope they reply as if not I may opted to cancel my booking at their hotel and instead booked at Flipper house that is my second choice.

Hope someone share more about their encounter in LK the empress hotel with regard to bringing girls at night.

Cheers,

MD.[/QUOTE]I have stayed at the LK Empress the past three years and they are very guest friendly. Most quality hotels do not want to flaunt that guests are welcome for fear of trouble with the Thai government. I will stay there again in August. Like the majority of hotels that are guest friendly, they will take the guests ID when they enter and will call you if she comes down alone in the morning, to make sure you are alright. I have even had girls come up to my room, unescorted by me.

After doing some RTFF, I have the following options:

1. LK Renaissance.

2. Whitehouse condotel.

Which one of these would be a good find? Any expert opinions please?

Read somewhere the WIFI is not so good in Renaissance.

During my first trip to pattaya, stayed in P72 (right in the middle of walking street).

But like to move somewhere in the center to try other SOI offerings too.

[QUOTE=NewTiger;2182839]After doing some RTFF, I have the following options:

1. LK Renaissance.

2. Whitehouse condotel.

Which one of these would be a good find? Any expert opinions please?

Read somewhere the WIFI is not so good in Renaissance.

During my first trip to pattaya, stayed in P72 (right in the middle of walking street).

But like to move somewhere in the center to try other SOI offerings too.[/QUOTE]LK Rennaissance is a wonderful property, but it has no restaurant for breakfast. The rooms are fantastic, very spacious, well appointed with all amenities one would want and more. Never had trouble with WiFi. There is a nice jaccuzzi tub in the room too. I have stayed here before and I do not think a restaurant makes a difference in Pattaya because you are never more than 20 meters away from great food anywhere. Plus I love the local cuisine.

Never stayed at Whitehouse Condotel before but I know some people who have. I am told the rooms are good, but the views are awful. The location is a winner if your haunts are Soi 6 and Walking Street.

Anyone stay at the Bett Pattaya Hotel before? It's a Hostel with additional Single Bed rooms, and I booked one for an upcoming weekend. Has good rating on Agoda. And only $57 for the 3 day weekend.

[QUOTE=NewTiger;2182839]After doing some RTFF, I have the following options:

1. LK Renaissance.

2. Whitehouse Condotel [/QUOTE]I stayed at the WH Condotel for a few days last year. It is definitely a dated hotel but with clean and spacious rooms. The breakfast was good. Location is on a quiet street. It is neither close to WS not to Soi6, just in between which forces one to rely on the baht bus all the time. Most of the guests were old white men, many of them with golf kits.

[QUOTE=NattyBumpo;2173923]The 4 Credit Card Rules to travel by:

#1 Always select the local currency when paying with a credit card.
#2 Only use credit cards that have a zero fx transaction fee.
#3 Except in an emergency, never use a CC to draw down cash from an ATM - only use a zero fee debit card like the Charles Schwab debit card, for example, to withdraw cash.
#4 Only use CC's that feature a 2% or more reward in points or miles like the Capital One Venture card for example.[/QUOTE]And do not forget when withdrawing money with a debit card from a ATM to always refuse the 'currency conversion'option. Sometimes they even ask you twice and change the options to the other side of the screen to still get you. Ridiculous but I do think 40-60% of people fall for the trick. On a 300 euro withdrawal it could easily be 10 euro difference.

[QUOTE=ItIsMe83;2185575]And do not forget when withdrawing money with a debit card from a ATM to always refuse the 'currency conversion'option. Sometimes they even ask you twice and change the options to the other side of the screen to still get you. Ridiculous but I do think 40-60% of people fall for the trick. On a 300 euro withdrawal it could easily be 10 euro difference.[/QUOTE]I've used countless ATM's in Pattaya and never once was asked to select a currency conversion, screen goes right to the withdraw amount. Next screen then is the fee they'll tack on. My buddy did use a machine in front of a 7-11 and had that option come up so its possible its only the machines owned by the stores who are trying to get a few extra bucks that do this scam.

[QUOTE=Breadman;2185893]I've used countless ATM's in Pattaya and never once was asked to select a currency conversion, screen goes right to the withdraw amount. Next screen then is the fee they'll tack on. My buddy did use a machine in front of a 7-11 and had that option come up so its possible its only the machines owned by the stores who are trying to get a few extra bucks that do this scam.[/QUOTE]Yep. Me, too. I only use ATMs that are attached to bank branches, so that there is someone at the bank to help me if there is a problem. I've used these ATMs more than a hundred times and never been asked to select a currency conversion, and I've never had a problem.

My trip to Pattaya was with a friend, and what we ideally wanted was a place with 2 private bedrooms- so that we could still hang out in the same room and retreat to privacy when required. But we also wanted a proper hotel, a place that would check girls' IDs, so we did not consider Airbnb-type condos and apartments. And we also wanted something in budget. I couldn't find something that ticked all these boxes, but I did find the 'Penthouse Suite Poolside Room' at Hotel Zing for 1000 Baht per room per night. We took 2 rooms, one for each.

If I now look at the Hotel Zing room listings on the site I booked on, it no longer claims to have a 'Penthouse Suite Poolside Room' but at the time I made the booking it did make this claim. I'the tell you I research my hotels well and look at lots of photos and reviews, but I guess I'the be wrong because the 'Penthouse Suite' was no real suite at all. It was a basic room with an attached bathroom. In the current listing the hotel now calls this room the 'Super Deluxe Pool View Room. ' Still, the room was clean and had a fridge and TV, and it was right next to the rooftop pool- which came in handy if you read my reports in the Pattaya forum. So despite not getting a Penthouse Suite as we expected, my friend and I did not mind this place given the pool and price.

You also need to understand the hotel location well, for it explains the low price for the rooms. It's on Thappraya Road, far enough from Walking Street that though you may make the walk on a cool evening, on most days you'll need a vehicle. The tuk-tuk will charge you 20 Baht but that's when it's got passengers already and making a lot of stops- this is rare on Thappraya Road. So you're more likely to pay 50-100 Baht for an empty tuk-tuk just taking you to Walking Street. Cabs between these locations will charge 200 Baht, or at least at night.

If you're coming to Pattaya directly from Suvarnabhumi airport and book this hotel, get off at the last stop which is on Thappraya Road. If you don't have much luggage you can walk to the hotel. Do not count on the hotel breakfast at all, seriously. And of course- it's girl friendly. On our checkout day we had to checkout by noon, but we finally did at 7 PM and paid 1000 Baht extra for that. Thappraya Road and the area around the hotel is dead at night, no action. But there's a 7/11 right next to the hotel which is extremely handy and probably to blame for the amount of pints we gulped down during our stay.

Hi guys.

Feed back on both Hotels.

Grand Hotel 2 nights. Cheap and close to Walking Street. Probably overpriced at 960 per night. Crap rooms, beds on rollers so constant movement, hot buffet breakfast cooked night before and stone cold at breakfast time. Very girl friendly on night one 2 x 2 girls and no problems. Night 2 3 girls back to room and no problems. It is noisy but I wasn't there to sleep. Clean towels available at reception. Staff not really friendly but again does not worry me.

Mgallery. 3000 per night by 3 nights. On second road opposite Soi 13/2. Good location. Great rooms with comfortable bed. Good buffet breakfast. Good reception staff and good house keeping staff. Very girl friendly night 2 I took 4 girls back and no worries, I knew 3 of the girls and we didn't offer ID cards and they didn't ask.

Next time I will stay at the Mgalley again and I will probabky stay away from Walking Street Hotels all together.

Rob.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2188035]
Mgallery. 3000 per night by 3 nights. On second road opposite Soi 13/2. [/QUOTE]Is this the Baraquda?

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2188150]Is this the Baraquda?[/QUOTE]Yes. A good option.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2188035]Grand Hotel 2 nights. Cheap and close to Walking Street. Probably overpriced at 960 per night. Crap rooms, beds on rollers so constant movement, hot buffet breakfast cooked night before and stone cold at breakfast time. Very girl friendly on night one 2 x 2 girls and no problems. Night 2 3 girls back to room and no problems. It is noisy but I wasn't there to sleep. Clean towels available at reception. Staff not really friendly but again does not worry me.
.[/QUOTE]If I'm reading this correctly you took two girls at the same time the first night and then three girls at the same time the second night, is that correct? If so you have to walk right past reception to the elevators, surprised nothing was said.

[QUOTE=Breadman;2188239]If I'm reading this correctly you took two girls at the same time the first night and then three girls at the same time the second night, is that correct? If so you have to walk right past reception to the elevators, surprised nothing was said.[/QUOTE]On the first night at about 11 pm I had 2 girls ST both dropped in IDs and got clean towels. At 1 am 2 more girls ST same process.

On night 2 I bought back 3 girls and all 3 checked their IDs and 3 clean towels. No walking past or sneaking. No Charges.

Thanks.

Rob.

No elevator! I was in room 104 so I used the stairs right at the reception area!

[QUOTE=AsFaq;2187596] The tuk-tuk will charge you 20 Baht but that's when it's got passengers already and making a lot of stops- this is rare on Thappraya Road. [/QUOTE]Baht bus should always be 10 baht if you are going to walking street or as far as soi 1. There are stories of drivers possibly charging 20 baht if you go to naklua. Never ask a moving baht bus driver how much. Just hand him 10 baht as you get off.

I recall looking at hotel zing when I was looking for a hotel near jomtien for a few days but I passed on it because I came across some sites implying it was a gay hotel. Did you notice that?

Hi Guys.

This hobby is not stop haha. We are looking at alternative accommodation around Pattaya and my wingman stumbled across these hotels. The Sun Xclusive Hotel and the Swiss Restaurant and Hotel.

Can anyone give me any information at all about these properties? I'm not expecting much out of the Swiss being in Soi Diamond but I'm very interested in the Sun Xclusive. I'm looking for the obvious questions one would ask here like how joiner Friendly are they and any other tidbits like breakfast etc.

Thanks Rob.

Both hotels cost 500 thb so are for thone on a budget. Owl hostel says hostel, but it is a hotel not hostel. Both are on soi 9 off 2nd road. Bot are girl friendly.

Scandalic was about what you would expect for 500 baht. It is above a restaurant. The shower was weak pressure. The room was clean but still kind of grimy feeling. To get in at night you unlock the door into the restaurant and head to the back and up stairs. I saw a video of this place on youtube that recommended it. I would not.

Owl hostel is also 500 baht. It is much cleaner. There is someone in lobby overnight. The room is small but clean with good ac and tv. If you want a hotel for 500 thb I think owl hostel is as good as you will find.

Anyone been here in 2018? I stayed here about this time last year and it was GF with no fee. Hopefully still is! Also, have they updated their old tube TVs?

Hello friends,

First, I would like to thank all the senior members for Great information shared in this thread. With all the inputs and my requirements, I have been able to shortlist Dynasty Inn for my upcoming trip towards the end of this month.

While the reviews in this thread look Great, I am a bit concerned about the review in other websites. Could you please guide if there are any better properties around Second Street in similar budget (THB1200) which is guest friendly.

Would also need your recommendation if this would be the best location for someone travelling there for the first time. I am interested in the freelancers and GoGo Bars.

This is my first trip to Thailand and I am looking forward to a great week (3 days Thailand & 3 days Pattaya).

Any helpful hints you can share to make this trip worthwhile is highly appreciated. Please also share your recommendation for Hotels in Bangkok.

I will definitely share my experience and findings in this thread.

Thank you all.

SR.

I haven't stayed at the Dynasty in several years. Rooms were decent a few years ago but I can't tell what it looks like today. As you said reports here on the Dynasty are pretty good. IMHO Dynasty's location on Soi 13 at 2nd road is outstanding. Especially for a first timer.

[QUOTE=Allover;2212171]I haven't stayed at the Dynasty in several years. Rooms were decent a few years ago but I can't tell what it looks like today.[/QUOTE]The rooms are still the same. Last time I stayed there was in March this year. This hotel is well kept and everything is in good condition for many years already.

[QUOTE=SweetRolling;2211893]
Please also share your recommendation for Hotels in Bangkok.[/QUOTE]The Dynasty Inn in Bangkok is also pretty good and is part of the same hotel group as the one in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=Allover;2212171]I haven't stayed at the Dynasty in several years. Rooms were decent a few years ago but I can't tell what it looks like today. As you said reports here on the Dynasty are pretty good. IMHO Dynasty's location on Soi 13 at 2nd road is outstanding. Especially for a first timer.[/QUOTE]Thank you Allover, appreciate your help.

Regards,

SR.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2212187]The rooms are still the same. Last time I stayed there was in March this year. This hotel is well kept and everything is in good condition for many years already.[/QUOTE]Thank you Mogwai, appreciate your help. This helps me make up my mind. I have reached out to them on Email since their phone is not working (scary). Will share my experience.

Regards,

SR.

Going on my first trip to Pattaya next month, Sept. 2-10. I'm staying at Penthouse for a few days (yes I know, it's a dump but I had to experience it once). But then I want to move on to another hotel. The options I'm considering are Holiday Inn, Hilton Pattaya, and Hotel Baraquda Pattaya Mgallery Sofitel. I saw some good reviews for Baraquda previously. Are all girl-friendly? Will they demand to see girls' IDs? Any have back doors where you can avoid the walk of shame past reception desk?

It is a pretty nice place. It is girl friendly. It is 950 thb for first floor. I think 2nd floor might be cheaper. 1st floor rooms have a small patio that has a lot of greenery around it. It is tranquil looking. They have a pool. I stayed in 2nd floor when I was here last winter. It is on the baht bus route to walking street, so easy to get there.

One of the benefits of posting here is it is a place for me to check what I did last time. I could not remember name of motel, so look up my old posts to find it. Sadly I did not review it before. It is a nice place and with the money, imo.

[QUOTE=HectorG;2216178]Going on my first trip to Pattaya next month, Sept. 2-10. I'm staying at Penthouse for a few days (yes I know, it's a dump but I had to experience it once). But then I want to move on to another hotel. The options I'm considering are Holiday Inn, Hilton Pattaya, and Hotel Baraquda Pattaya Mgallery Sofitel. I saw some good reviews for Baraquda previously. Are all girl-friendly? Will they demand to see girls' IDs? Any have back doors where you can avoid the walk of shame past reception desk?[/QUOTE]I have stayed at the Baraquda and it is definitely girl friendly, I paraded 4 girls at 2 am one night and we didn't even have to show one ID and in that 24 hour period my buddy and I would have had a total of 15 girls thru the doors. Thru daylight hours you may be able to have them exit thru the parking area at the back, but if the girls are WGs they would rather take the shorter walk thru reception. I wouldn't worry about the walk of shame unless you are trying pick up the receptionist LOL.

Anyone stayed here. Know its girl friendly and recently refurbished.

Any intell please. Esp noise related and breakfast.

Junior Suite or deluxe room ok for 10 day stay?

Regards.

[QUOTE=NewImage;2221589]Anyone stayed here. Know its girl friendly and recently refurbished.

Any intell please. Esp noise related and breakfast.

Junior Suite or deluxe room ok for 10 day stay?

Regards.[/QUOTE]Why ask about a Phuket hotel in the Pattaya Hotel thread?

[QUOTE=SweetRolling;2212267]Thank you Mogwai, appreciate your help. This helps me make up my mind. I have reached out to them on Email since their phone is not working (scary). Will share my experience.

Regards,

SR.[/QUOTE]If price is an issue, many cheaper small places within walking distance of Dynasty at Pattaya. Lek Hotel, across the street for less price and similar quality.

If quality is important, Whitehouse Condotel, upstreet from Dynasty, provides way better quality for same or marginally more price.

[QUOTE=Dena0;2222141]If price is an issue, many cheaper small places within walking distance of Dynasty at Pattaya. Lek Hotel, across the street for less price and similar quality.[/QUOTE]The standard room at the Dynasty is comparable to the standard back wing room at the Lek.
Dynasty is 1280 baht in low season and 1480 baht in high season.
Lek hotel is 1300 baht, all year long.

So the Lek is only cheaper in high season (Nov - Apr). Last time I stayed there my room was pretty worn out but that's at least 5 years ago, so maybe they have refurbished in the mean time and the quality is similar these days. Could be.

The standard front wing rooms at the Lek are only 950 baht, but they are small and are facing busy filthy noisy Second Street. And I doubt they have a chair (important for me).

[QUOTE=Dena0;2222141]
If quality is important, Whitehouse Condotel, upstreet from Dynasty, provides way better quality for same or marginally more price.[/QUOTE]I've never stayed there but their superior room looks like a good deal: 1350 in low season and 1600 in high season. Although I don't like the chairs if the pictures on their website are correct. They look uncomfortable.

The other rooms at the Whitehouse are way more expensive and more luxurious than the rooms at the Dynasty.

By the way: there's construction work going on at the Dynasty until the end of October, so it's kinda noisy there in the daytime between aprox. 9 am and 5 pm. They are rebuilding the parking lot, the kitchen and some (all?) rooms in the back wing. They told me they are making connected rooms there. Maybe they want to change to a family hotel because they are fearing the end of Pattaya as mongering destination LOL.

Please be aware that the rooms at the adjacent Whitehouse Condotel that are facing the Dynasty are also noisy now!
However it was doable when I stayed at the Dynasty recently. And I got a 10% discount because of the noise.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2222464]The standard room at the Dynasty is comparable to the standard back wing room at the Lek.
Dynasty is 1280 baht in low season and 1480 baht in high season.
Lek hotel is 1300 baht, all year long.

So the Lek is only cheaper in high season (Nov - Apr). Last time I stayed there my room was pretty worn out but that's at least 5 years ago, so maybe they have refurbished in the mean time and the quality is similar these days. Could be.

The standard front wing rooms at the Lek are only 950 baht, but they are small and are facing busy filthy noisy Second Street. And I doubt they have a chair (important for me).

I've never stayed there but their superior room looks like a good deal: 1350 in low season and 1600 in high season. Although I don't like the chairs if the pictures on their website are correct. They look uncomfortable.[/QUOTE]I've never stayed at Lek. It looked a tad seedy, though much larger.

I've tried Dynasty multiple times, thanks to Mogwai's recommendation, which was spot on. (Room at top and facing away from bars to avoid noise late night).

I tried the Condotel once; 1600, with breakfast, but larger and better rooms, and much better bed; the quirk is they have this old fashioned thing called a key, a large metallic cigar looking device which is used to open the doors, and which needs to be dropped off at the front desk at every exit occasion. The 300 differential is matched by value, IMHO.

Stayed in the Lek hotel myself for a week in August. I had a 1500 baht room in the 'newer' wing, upper floor with nice balcony. Spacious, and it had SOME refurbishment done (new flat screen TV) and was cleaned every day. The carpet looked a bit worn out. The main caveat however is that there was still an ancient AC unit which was noisy as hell when it went to AC mode, in particular spinning up. Also peeked in one of the cheapest rooms and wouldn't want to stay there. I suggest to check out your AC unit if you go to Lek Hotel.

Wouldn't go out of my way to stay in here but it was good enough for a week, good location, affordable and comfortable for the price barring that damn AC.

Do Airbnb. Cheaper for better quality if you know how to research. Use their ratings to get the best. Currently I staying in a 1 bedroom at Centara Avenue Residences for $45 USD. It comes with a kitchen to because I like cooking my own meals for the girls and a balcony I often fuck the girls outside, overlooking the pool.

P.S. That black thing next to the bear is a double vibrating cock ring with a built in vibrator for the girls who like double penetration. What can I say? I aim to please these girls.

Going to Pattaya for few days in November and all standard rooms in my favourite Baraquda are booked out. Many people recommend the LK Empress here, however, it has some crazy variety of different room types. Anyone would recommend a specific room type? Premier Sea View looks sort of nice, but I'm wondering if at 3900 thb / night its overpriced or is that within hotel's price range?

Thanks everyone for the replies!

[QUOTE=Dart13;2231624]Going to Pattaya for few days in November and all standard rooms in my favourite Baraquda are booked out. Many people recommend the LK Empress here, however, it has some crazy variety of different room types. Anyone would recommend a specific room type? Premier Sea View looks sort of nice, but I'm wondering if at 3900 thb / night its overpriced or is that within hotel's price range?

Thanks everyone for the replies![/QUOTE]No way would I pay 3900 a night for that LK Empress hotel. I don't even like it.

Gentlemen, (and I use that term loosely.

Having RTFF, I am still looking for a beach front hotel close to golfing and not too far away from the joys of walking St an other carnal delights. Please advise.

Will review, many thanks!

[QUOTE=Smoothy;2231629]No way would I pay 3900 a night for that LK Empress hotel. I don't even like it.[/QUOTE]The AYCE brunch is good at LK Empress. Our mutual friend took me there earlier this year after the gym. Absolutely defeated the purpose of my gym visit but was worth it.

[QUOTE=Dart13;2231624]Going to Pattaya for few days in November and all standard rooms in my favourite Baraquda are booked out. Many people recommend the LK Empress here, however, it has some crazy variety of different room types. Anyone would recommend a specific room type? Premier Sea View looks sort of nice, but I'm wondering if at 3900 thb / night its overpriced or is that within hotel's price range?

Thanks everyone for the replies![/QUOTE]I think there was a review on LK Empress (I think by IllusionHeart) a while back. And I think he had reviewed the Premier Sea View room. The entire hotel is very opulent and as BB points out the brunch is fantastic.

But I would consider $120 a bit excessive for a city like Pattaya which has several comparable options at a lower price.

[QUOTE=LionIn;2232067]Gentlemen, (and I use that term loosely.

Having RTFF, I am still looking for a beach front hotel close to golfing and not too far away from the joys of walking St an other carnal delights. Please advise.

Will review, many thanks![/QUOTE]Try Whitehouse Condotel Soi 13.

Several recent reports. Many golfers. 2 minutes from the beach.

Enjoy,

Hotman.

[QUOTE=Blanquiceleste;2232078]I think there was a review on LK Empress (I think by IllusionHeart) a while back. And I think he had reviewed the Premier Sea View room. The entire hotel is very opulent and as BB points out the brunch is fantastic.

But I would consider $120 a bit excessive for a city like Pattaya which has several comparable options at a lower price.[/QUOTE]I stayed in the Deluxe Sea View King Bed with Jacuzzi Room and paid about 90 a night. I was thoroughly unimpressed. Then again, it was 2012 when I stayed there. I had been to Pattaya about 10 times prior to that visit and always preferred Bangkok. Unfortunately, I disliked the 2012 visit so much that I have not returned to Pattaya even once since then. The hotels in Bangkok are a far better value and I think the girls are better in Bangkok as well. I had just stayed at the Bangkok Millennium Hotel (now Pullman) next to Soi Cowboy for almost the same price as the LK Empress. The Bangkok Millennium is far superior in every way (including having a much better buffet).

In my previous visits to Pattaya, I had stayed at the Penthouse Hotel, Sabai wing, Hard Rock, and various other cheaper hotels and I thought they were all better value for money than that LK Empress. I will say though that it gets great reviews on agoda, so someone likes it.

Stayed there October 2017. Paid under 100 euro. Good hotel, ideal location but don't count on the swimming pool to do fitness swimming. Girlfriendly one girl at a time.

Contrary to the poster below I think Bangkok hotels are (now at least) much worse value for money than Pattaya's. I aim for thr 50-100 euro range though, not the 100-150 range.

[QUOTE=XXL;2232297]Stayed there October 2017. Paid under 100 euro. Good hotel, ideal location but don't count on the swimming pool to do fitness swimming. Girlfriendly one girl at a time.

Contrary to the poster below I think Bangkok hotels are (now at least) much worse value for money than Pattaya's. I aim for thr 50-100 euro range though, not the 100-150 range.[/QUOTE]I'm not sure what hotel in Bangkok you would consider to be similar quality to LK Empress, but I stayed at the Queens Park Marriott in Bangkok (far superior to LK Empress) last week for 105 usd per night after tax. I don't think it's even possible to find a deal like that in Pattaya. I'm not sure they even have any hotels that nice in Pattaya, let alone for that price. Admittedly, I had to book that hotel far in advance with no refund possible, but it was great.

[QUOTE=Hotman666;2232280]Try Whitehouse Condotel Soi 13.[/QUOTE]Good location. Decent price. Pleasant surroundings.

The Whitehouse Condotel would have been my overall favorite hotel in Pattaya except it doesn't meet 1 of my 2 important criteria. It's quiet, but the bed isn't that good. I can feel the springs.

There's different condos units there, but the rooms I got (the rooms constantly rented out) had the lousy beds.

[QUOTE=GreenBud;2232334]Good location. Decent price. Pleasant surroundings.

The Whitehouse Condotel would have been my overall favorite hotel in Pattaya except it doesn't meet 1 of my 2 important criteria. It's quiet, but the bed isn't that good. I can feel the springs.

There's different condos units there, but the rooms I got (the rooms constantly rented out) had the lousy beds.[/QUOTE]No balcony either, I think? That one is very important for me.

[QUOTE=Blanquiceleste;2232520]No balcony either, I think? That one is very important for me.[/QUOTE]Every room I had at Whitehouse, and I have stayed their often, had a balcony. I should point out that the clientele at White House are generally older white men. Many golfers stay there.

[QUOTE=Allover;2232524]I should point out that the clientele at White House are generally older white men. [/QUOTE]Isn't that the primary demographic of Pattaya? Old white men and younger Asian. Same as Germany Fkk clubs.

[QUOTE=XXL;2232297]Stayed there October 2017. Paid under 100 euro. Good hotel, ideal location but don't count on the swimming pool to do fitness swimming. Girlfriendly one girl at a time.

Contrary to the poster below I think Bangkok hotels are (now at least) much worse value for money than Pattaya's. I aim for thr 50-100 euro range though, not the 100-150 range.[/QUOTE]I stayed here too during Songkran 2017. I got the premium sea view room. I liked the place, could stay there again if I happen to go to Pattaya. I made friends (and just friends) with one of the bar waitresses downstairs. Excellent service and she got good tips. Although they charged me for the 2nd girl.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2232527]Isn't that the primary demographic of Pattaya? Old white men and younger Asian. Same as Germany Fkk clubs.[/QUOTE]How can you leave out the South Asian crowds and Chinese tourists? LOL.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2232527]Isn't that the primary demographic of Pattaya? Old white men and younger Asian. Same as Germany Fkk clubs.[/QUOTE]I think the primary demographic of Pattaya is Thai.

Does anyone have experience with this hotel? Please advise.

When is the best time to catch the new talent showing up in Pattaya before the start of the tourist season? I am thinking of doing a trip the last week in October and the first two weeks in November. Would the girls be coming into town to work around that time?

[QUOTE=Breadman;2233502]When is the best time to catch the new talent showing up in Pattaya before the start of the tourist season? I am thinking of doing a trip the last week in October and the first two weeks in November. Would the girls be coming into town to work around that time?[/QUOTE]My understanding is that the bus runs from Issaan on a very regular basis.

Anyone ever stay at the Honey Lodge? Curious if its guest friendly and if its worth staying there.

[QUOTE=Breadman;2234531]Anyone ever stay at the Honey Lodge? Curious if its guest friendly and if its worth staying there.[/QUOTE]2 friends of mine stayed there a couple of years ago and it was GF. Location is great for WS lovers but personally I don't like much their bathroom setup. Anyway my friends were happy with their stay.

Hello:

I am looking for a "second" hotel in Pattaya. Will not need the hotel for sleep, breakfast, quiet, or any of those things. Just need a private place, close to the action, that is CLEAN, roach-free, where one can feel comfortable undressing and spending a few hours, that's really it. Ideally it would be a place where there wouldn't be a charge for multiple guests at one time (just in case I get that urge or energy. LOL) I have been looking into the AYA Boutique hotel, heard they are pretty nice, but I heard that they are only girl friendly 1 girl at a time. The Penthouse looks like it might be a bit of fun, but I've heard reports that they were really a dump with bug problems. Flipper Lodge looks like it might be alright; does anyone know if they charge for more than 1 girl? Finally, I stayed at the Eastiny Inn long ago. I heard that they were in decline but recently I heard that they have now been renovated. Does anyone have any intel on that? Thanks for everyone's help in advance.

Regards,

JB.

[QUOTE=JohnnieBravo;2234952]Hello:

I am looking for a "second" hotel in Pattaya. Will not need the hotel for sleep, breakfast, quiet, or any of those things. Just need a private place, close to the action, that is CLEAN, roach-free, where one can feel comfortable undressing and spending a few hours, that's really it. Ideally it would be a place where there wouldn't be a charge for multiple guests at one time (just in case I get that urge or energy. LOL) I have been looking into the AYA Boutique hotel, heard they are pretty nice, but I heard that they are only girl friendly 1 girl at a time. The Penthouse looks like it might be a bit of fun, but I've heard reports that they were really a dump with bug problems. Flipper Lodge looks like it might be alright; does anyone know if they charge for more than 1 girl? Finally, I stayed at the Eastiny Inn long ago. I heard that they were in decline but recently I heard that they have now been renovated. Does anyone have any intel on that? Thanks for everyone's help in advance.


Regards,

JB.[/QUOTE]Baraquda Mgallery is definitely GF. I escorted 4 girls back and didn't have to show ID. So 2 isn't a problem LOL.

The rooms on the Hilton side at View Talay 6 are very cheap because the view is not nice. One can bring in as many guests as one wishes provided they have some ID to leave with the doorman.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2235003]Baraquda Mgallery is definitely GF. I escorted 4 girls back and didn't have to show ID. So 2 isn't a problem LOL.[/QUOTE]Same experience with me. The hotel was surprisingly empty this week. According to the staff, only 30% of occupancy (it felt even less than that) : some mornings, I was the only one having breakfast. Same thing at the swimming pool.

Thanks for the suggestion of the Barraquda. As this is going to be my alternate hotel while I am in Pattaya, I was looking for something a bit more mid priced than Barraquda. Again just something decent, multi-girl friendly where one can feel comfortable spending time for a few hours here and there. Looked into short time hotels but any of those that I looked at were just too gross and nasty for me to feel comfortable spending time there. Thanks again for everyones help.

JB.

[QUOTE=JohnnieBravo;2236165]Thanks for the suggestion of the Barraquda. As this is going to be my alternate hotel while I am in Pattaya, I was looking for something a bit more mid priced than Barraquda. Again just something decent, multi-girl friendly where one can feel comfortable spending time for a few hours here and there. Looked into short time hotels but any of those that I looked at were just too gross and nasty for me to feel comfortable spending time there. Thanks again for everyones help.

JB.[/QUOTE]There is the Grand Hotel Soi 14 I think. No where near as nice as the Baraquda but cheaper and I escorted 3 girls back there and right in the middle of Walking Street.

First trip to Pattaya coming up, any idea on whether this is a girl friendly hotel?

Also I will get to Bangkok at 11:45 PM so I am guessing I won't hit Pattaya until 3 AM or so, is everything done by then?

[QUOTE=GatorEngineer;2238058]First trip to Pattaya coming up, any idea on whether this is a girl friendly hotel?

Also I will get to Bangkok at 11:45 PM so I am guessing I won't hit Pattaya until 3 AM or so, is everything done by then?[/QUOTE]I was thinking about intercontinental as well.

Only downside is that it looks like a hassle to go to walking street from there. Cab only?

Any idea if this hotel is GF? Saw them while searching for hotels and seems nice. I know the other LK properties but wondered about this one. Not to far away from action.

[QUOTE=Phazze93;2238441]I was thinking about intercontinental as well.
Only downside is that it looks like a hassle to go to walking street from there. Cab only?[/QUOTE]The resort has a shuttle service but it only operates until 9:30 pm.
Pattaya.intercontinental.com/shuttle-service

Maybe it's walkable to Walking Street but that side of Pattaya is hilly, so I think you have to make a detour and that it's quite a long walk.
Personally I think the location is too remote. I wouldn't want to stay there.

[QUOTE=TheBronx;2238464]Any idea if this hotel is GF?[/QUOTE]Yes it is.

[QUOTE=GatorEngineer;2238058]
Also I will get to Bangkok at 11:45 PM so I am guessing I won't hit Pattaya until 3 AM or so, is everything done by then?[/QUOTE]No it's not. You can hit the disco's / clubs in Walking Street. Or the chat apps.

[QUOTE=Phazze93;2238441]I was thinking about intercontinental as well.
Only downside is that it looks like a hassle to go to walking street from there. Cab only?[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2238603]
Maybe it's walkable to Walking Street but that side of Pattaya is hilly, so I think you have to make a detour and that it's quite a long walk.
Personally I think the location is too remote. I wouldn't want to stay there.[/QUOTE]I agree with you, the location is too remote (unless you rent a motorbike) even if the distance from the Ibar is around 2 km, also I think no bahtbus there. I would not stay there without renting a motorbike.

[QUOTE=TheBronx;2238464]Any idea if this hotel is GF? Saw them while searching for hotels and seems nice. I know the other LK properties but wondered about this one. Not to far away from action.[/QUOTE]I think this page needs a sticky thread stating in bold red capitals. ALL HOTELS IN PATTAYA ARE GIRL FRIENDLY, UNLESS REPORTED OTHERWISE SPECIFICALLY. STOP ASKING.

No one who can afford to stay at the intercontinental should be too concerned about paying for a 200 baht taxi ride to walking street.

Has anyone even experienced a hotel in the pattaya tourist area that isn't girl friendly?

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2238882]No one who can afford to stay at the intercontinental should be too concerned about paying for a 200 baht taxi ride to walking street.

Has anyone even experienced a hotel in the pattaya tourist area that isn't girl friendly?[/QUOTE]The intercontinental looks like a bit of a pain. I will actually be going to Pattaya for business. The company we are working with is in Chonburi. But the company a large multinational is popping for the intercontinental, so who am I to argue. This will be my first trip to Thailand, although I am long experienced at mongering in China.

As long as you can catch a cab in Pattaya late, the 200 baht isn't a big deal (being able to expense it LOL).

I prefer Semi-Pros and free lancers to fishbowls for some reason, just me. From the below I gather that some discos, where these girls go, will still be going after 3 in Pattaya? Also like Eastern European / Russian tail, I tend to break the Asians 6'4 230 lbs. Any suggestions on hunting those?

[QUOTE=GatorEngineer;2238892]The intercontinental looks like a bit of a pain. I will actually be going to Pattaya for business. The company we are working with is in Chonburi. But the company a large multinational is popping for the intercontinental, so who am I to argue. This will be my first trip to Thailand, although I am long experienced at mongering in China.

As long as you can catch a cab in Pattaya late, the 200 baht isn't a big deal (being able to expense it LOL).

I prefer Semi-Pros and free lancers to fishbowls for some reason, just me. From the below I gather that some discos, where these girls go, will still be going after 3 in Pattaya? Also like Eastern European / Russian tail, I tend to break the Asians 6'4 230 lbs. Any suggestions on hunting those?[/QUOTE]To BananaBoi's point. Yea I don't mind paying 200 baht for a cab ride LOL. Just wanted to make sure girls wouldn't turn down a long time request because of the distance from walking street.

While I'm sure there are non-asian working girls there, perhaps just ease up on the pounding? LOL. Are you one of those guys that just try to senselessly smash these working girls as hard as possible?

I stayed at the intercontinental with a friend of mine who does not barfine girls who was also in pattaya for a convention. It's only a 5 minute taxi from the Bali Hai pier side of walking street to intercontinental. Trust me no girl is going to say no to going to the intercontinental. It's a resort setup.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2238882]No one who can afford to stay at the intercontinental should be too concerned about paying for a 200 baht taxi ride to walking street.

Has anyone even experienced a hotel in the pattaya tourist area that isn't girl friendly?[/QUOTE]Avani (former Marriott) charge 1000 baht if you bring a girl. It do not matter if you have booked a double room. Only exception is if you check in together.

Does anyone have any intel as to whether the Aya Boutique is guest / girl friendly? Thanks.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2238957]I stayed at the intercontinental with a friend of mine who does not barfine girls who was also in pattaya for a convention. It's only a 5 minute taxi from the Bali Hai pier side of walking street to intercontinental. Trust me no girl is going to say no to going to the intercontinental. It's a resort setup.[/QUOTE]Oh shit, that's easy money right there. Only 5 minutes?? Like what? 100 baht? Less?

would you go intercontinental or hilton?

[QUOTE=LovePalace;2239162]Avani (former Marriott) charge 1000 baht if you bring a girl. It do not matter if you have booked a double room. Only exception is if you check in together.[/QUOTE]Let me correct you on that. You get charged 1000 baht if you are a dumb ass and take the girl or girls pass reception in the front. Take the girl or girls through the Benihanna entrance off Beach Road that walks through the pool and the garden if your room is in the Garden, poolside, or a Terrace Suite. Take the girl or girls up the elevator on the left at Dicey Reilly's entrance, if you have a sea view room. They also have two other entrances inside Royal garden Plaza during the daytime. Avani is a huge resort, not a rinky dink one way in, one way out hotel. I've stayed their countless of times and had no issues because I go exploring on my own and not just follow some of the advice on here. Consider this a free Monkeypaw Tip of the Day.

[QUOTE=Phazze93;2242340]Oh shit, that's easy money right there. Only 5 minutes?? Like what? 100 baht? Less?
would you go intercontinental or hilton?[/QUOTE]200 baht seems to be the standard price for a short cab ride in Pattaya. Maybe even more because you're staying at an expensive resort.

It might seem nice to stay at a resort but personally I would be bored as hell in such a remote location. And you have the hassle of dealing with the taxi maffia all the time when you want to go somewhere. Unless you rent a motorbike of course but that has its pros and cons also (but more cons than pros if you ask me).

I would go for Hilton. Much much better central location and close to the most important baht bus route.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2242357]200 baht seems to be the standard price for a short cab ride in Pattaya. Maybe even more because you're staying at an expensive resort.

It might seem nice to stay at a resort but personally I would be bored as hell in such a remote location. And you have the hassle of dealing with the taxi maffia all the time when you want to go somewhere. Unless you rent a motorbike of course but that has its pros and cons also (but more cons than pros if you ask me).

I would go for Hilton. Much much better central location and close to the most important baht bus route.[/QUOTE]Ye fuk me. Is it srsly too much to ask for a resort / hotel with a nice beach AND a central location? God dammit LOL.

200 baht for a cab ride 2-3 times a day sucks but its not too bad considering price difference between hilton & intercontinental w / hilton being slightly pricier.

Oh well. I suppose hilton it is then. The pool will have to do. **snob alert** I don't like touristy / public beaches LOL.

[QUOTE=Phazze93;2242366]Ye fuk me. Is it srsly too much to ask for a resort / hotel with a nice beach AND a central location? God dammit LOL.
[/QUOTE]There are no nice beaches in Pattaya. In Jomtien it's better but that's also remote. And touristy.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2242376]There are no nice beaches in Pattaya. In Jomtien it's better but that's also remote. And touristy.[/QUOTE]Yea nothing amazing from what I can see. But at least intercontinental has their own private area:

Sadly I only have 7 days. Otherwise ID find me a sexy thing and go out to koh kood or samui or somethin.
but honestly, my biggest problem is that i get stir crazy by myself. the complete opposite of my daily life where i love being alone.
prefer a location thats both good for encouraging girls to spend the night and perhaps a little throughout the next day if we click.

otherwise i'm just going to be lounging by the pool, tanning, smoking, drinking lol

[QUOTE=Phazze93;2242382]Yea nothing amazing from what I can see. But at least intercontinental has their own private area:

Sadly I only have 7 days. Otherwise ID find me a sexy thing and go out to koh kood or samui or somethin.[/QUOTE]If you want spend the day in a nice beach while you are in Pattaya, just take a ferry from Bali Hai Pier to Koh Larn.

[QUOTE=Phazze93;2242382]...

Sadly I only have 7 days. Otherwise ID find me a sexy thing and go out to koh kood or samui or somethin....[/QUOTE]Koh Samet a 5-hour drive away. Book the Grand View Hideaway if you can.

Koh Larn if you like the noise and fumes of outboard motors, plus cutting your feet on razor sharp dead coral or glass shards.

I've read Jomtien's seawater is even more polluted than Pattaya's.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2242385]If you want spend the day in a nice beach while you are in Pattaya, just take a ferry from Bali Hai Pier to Koh Larn.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=XXL;2242391]Koh Samet a 5-hour drive away. Book the Grand View Hideaway if you can.

Koh Larn if you like the noise and fumes of outboard motors, plus cutting your feet on razor sharp dead coral or glass shards.

I've read Jomtien's seawater is even more polluted than Pattaya's.[/QUOTE]Good to know, thanks! Only if I got to girl with me though.

Since we are now talking about beach areas, I believe there is also a ferry from Pattaya to Hua Hin if you wish to experience a nicer beach, yes?

Anyone know of hotels where you can bypass reception and get two girls into your room? I know the sunshine hotel on soi 8 has a side entrance that allows for this but you have to be staying in the one wing in order to take advantage of this entrance. P72 has a large lobby and bar area, does anyone know if you can get past reception with two girls?

[QUOTE=Breadman;2242895]Anyone know of hotels where you can bypass reception and get two girls into your room? I know the sunshine hotel on soi 8 has a side entrance that allows for this but you have to be staying in the one wing in order to take advantage of this entrance. P72 has a large lobby and bar area, does anyone know if you can get past reception with two girls?[/QUOTE]LK The Empress has a side entry into the restaurant, I used it all the time at night and saw nobody.

But of course exactly the night I had two girls with me there was a cleaner who 'caught' me and made me pay the joiner fee for having more than 1 extra guest. Just my luck.

[QUOTE=JohnnieBravo;2242852]Since we are now talking about beach areas, I believe there is also a ferry from Pattaya to Hua Hin if you wish to experience a nicer beach, yes?[/QUOTE]It is soon running again. But you have to stay overnight in Hua Hin. Only one tour every day.

[URL]https://royalferrygroup.com/[/URL]

[QUOTE=DropDoos;2242911]LK The Empress has a side entry into the restaurant, I used it all the time at night and saw nobody.

But of course exactly the night I had two girls with me there was a cleaner who 'caught' me and made me pay the joiner fee for having more than 1 extra guest. Just my luck.[/QUOTE]I did not understand entry into restaurant. I went in via Family Mart and then turned right into elevator not visible from reception.

[QUOTE=DropDoos;2242911]LK The Empress has a side entry into the restaurant, I used it all the time at night and saw nobody.

But of course exactly the night I had two girls with me there was a cleaner who 'caught' me and made me pay the joiner fee for having more than 1 extra guest. Just my luck.[/QUOTE]Anyone know if hilton has a similar situation? Can I bring 2 girls back w / o joiner? .

"But of course exactly the night I had two girls with me there was a cleaner who 'caught' me and made me pay the joiner fee for having more than 1 extra guest. Just my luck. "

What is the cost for the second joiner? I have emailed the hotel but have not heard back. Thank you!

Dream Hotel is an excellent place. It will remind people of the nicer vibe in some Las Vegas places. Guest friendly and right down the street from Thermae and the sexy street talent that hangs out outside. If you book it far enough in advance it is reasonable. If you wait until last minute, it can get quite expensive. I try to stay in places that are fun for sex. These rooms are made for fucking. Classy but sexy at the same time. The showers are awesome and made for fun as well. If I could afford it, I would stay here the whole time. I am staying here on the cheaper nights on my upcoming visit. There is another place I stay in BKK that is under $30 a night. It works for me. When the cheaper place's price goes higher than that, I stay at Dream Hotel. It is worth the extra money.

[QUOTE=AmPervert;2243081]Dream Hotel is an excellent place. It will remind people of the nicer vibe in some Las Vegas places. Guest friendly and right down the street from Thermae and the sexy street talent that hangs out outside. If you book it far enough in advance it is reasonable. If you wait until last minute, it can get quite expensive. I try to stay in places that are fun for sex. These rooms are made for fucking. Classy but sexy at the same time. The showers are awesome and made for fun as well. If I could afford it, I would stay here the whole time. I am staying here on the cheaper nights on my upcoming visit. There is another place I stay in BKK that is under $30 a night. It works for me. When the cheaper place's price goes higher than that, I stay at Dream Hotel. It is worth the extra money.[/QUOTE]Wrong city. Dream Hotel is a very nice modern hotel though. Reminds me of my favorite CitizenM hotel in Amsterdam.

Can anyone explain how this works? I mean do they give you a 3rd degree when you walk in the hotel, or is it after a certain time. Or only foreigners with Thais?

[QUOTE=Rodmanj;2243569]Can anyone explain how this works? I mean do they give you a 3rd degree when you walk in the hotel, or is it after a certain time. Or only foreigners with Thais?[/QUOTE]No one blinks an eye in a guest friendly hotel. Girl may or may not have to drop her ID card at reception. Some guys appear to be a bit shy bringing home a girl in front of others and call it the 'walk of shame'. Some hotels have joiner fees but most do not. Best to check with the hotel or on here before you book. ALWAYS BOOK YOUR ROOM FOR 2 PEOPLE to avoid any possible issues. Some hotels have restrictions that a girl must be over 20 years old as I found out the hard way on my very first night in Thailand. If you stick to the hotels mentioned in this thread you're good to go.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2243576]No one blinks an eye in a guest friendly hotel. Girl may or may not have to drop her ID card at reception. Some guys appear to be a bit shy bringing home a girl in front of others and call it the 'walk of shame'.[/QUOTE]One of my fondest memories of Thailand was picking up a 20-something freelancer and riding the elevator with 3 older Indian couples. My freelancer was clearly a hooker wearing tight mini-dress (or was it hot pants?), low cut top, fuck me pumps, and tons of makeup. One of the older Indian ladies in the elevator couldn't hold back the smirk on her face. The three older men were all stone faced, but I knew they would have loved to trade places with me. When they all exited the elevator, all 3 women broke out laughing.

About a year ago I took two girls (together) to my room at LK The Empress. The front desk collected the two IDs and I gave a tip. Perhaps my tip was sufficient, but a joiner fee was never mentioned. I figure collecting the IDs is for my protection. I appreciate the call to my room before the girl leave with her ID.

I live half a planet away. This stuff doesn't embarrass me.

[QUOTE=Breadman;2242895]Anyone know of hotels where you can bypass reception and get two girls into your room? I know the sunshine hotel on soi 8 has a side entrance that allows for this but you have to be staying in the one wing in order to take advantage of this entrance. P72 has a large lobby and bar area, does anyone know if you can get past reception with two girls?[/QUOTE]Easy to go in through the garden or shopping mall. But why are you sneaking around?

[QUOTE=Cusland;2244635]Easy to go in through the garden or shopping mall. But why are you sneaking around?[/QUOTE]Can I do this w / hilton? Go through mall straight to my room?

[QUOTE=Cusland;2244635]Easy to go in through the garden or shopping mall. But why are you sneaking around?[/QUOTE]Avani charge you 1000 baht for girl number one, even if you have booked for 2 and stay one person. Only when you check in together you do not have to pay.

I was struggling to find the perfect place / location for my NYE holiday at a fair price (waited a little late). I ran across a perfect reviewed place right in the heart of everything at a fair price. Nemo's will be my first guest house. From other sites I have gathered its guest friendly with amazing owner / staff. It's above a no-play massage place on the LK metro square. Does anyone have experience at this place? What was it like? The walk of shame never bothered me at hotels except when a unexpected joiner fee came due. This in my opinion will be the walk of shame on steroids which has me rethinking my booking. Walking past 20 massage girls 2-3 times a day with a different lady for a week is going to have me the talk of the shop right? LOL. I probably shouldn't care but curious if anyone had experience here. Is it as bad as it seems? Surely, they experience this daily right? Wouldn't be much much different than me seeing the post office drop off load of mail each day right? Trying to convince myself here LOL.

[QUOTE=JohnnieBravo;2242241]Does anyone have any intel as to whether the Aya Boutique is guest / girl friendly? Thanks.[/QUOTE]Yes totally girl friendly no issues.

From personal experience I recommend the Hilton and McGallery Baraquda as very girl friendly. No issue having a few girls in the room. Thinking if trying somewhere different on my next visit. Looking for a place that has no issue with 2-3 girls at a time.

[QUOTE=GogoGuyz;2248133]From personal experience I recommend the Hilton and McGallery Baraquda as very girl friendly. No issue having a few girls in the room. Thinking if trying somewhere different on my next visit. Looking for a place that has no issue with 2-3 girls at a time.[/QUOTE]I just emailed hilton and asked if there would be a joiner fee for a 3rd guest if I booked a king for 2. And they basically said no.

So I'm assuming you can bring 2 girls back and no problem? As long as they check in their IDs at front desk?

[QUOTE=GogoGuyz;2248133]From personal experience I recommend the Hilton and McGallery Baraquda as very girl friendly. No issue having a few girls in the room. Thinking if trying somewhere different on my next visit. Looking for a place that has no issue with 2-3 girls at a time.[/QUOTE]Hi Gogo.

When are you heading back? I'm back in February so if you want to catch up for a beer or some hunting I'm in. I'm trying Flipper Lodge this trip and I will report on its pros and cons.

RJ.

[QUOTE=MonkeyPaw;2242346]Let me correct you on that. You get charged 1000 baht if you are a dumb ass and take the girl or girls pass reception in the front. Take the girl or girls through the Benihanna entrance off Beach Road that walks through the pool and the garden if your room is in the Garden, poolside, or a Terrace Suite. Take the girl or girls up the elevator on the left at Dicey Reilly's entrance, if you have a sea view room. They also have two other entrances inside Royal garden Plaza during the daytime. Avani is a huge resort, not a rinky dink one way in, one way out hotel. I've stayed their countless of times and had no issues because I go exploring on my own and not just follow some of the advice on here. Consider this a free Monkeypaw Tip of the Day.[/QUOTE]I stayed at Avani countless of times, too and I have never had any issue, taking one or more girls together.

Could anyone please advice me any good girl friendly hotels to stay in Pattaya for 2 nights with 2 girls, my budget is 2000 baht per night max more or less, also you can inbox me thanks.

[QUOTE=Ricky81;2254535]Could anyone please advice me any good girl friendly hotels to stay in Pattaya for 2 nights with 2 girls, my budget is 2000 baht per night max more or less, also you can inbox me thanks.[/QUOTE]Someone recommended it to me last trip. It was a perfect location for me. Right in the middle of everything bet yet pretty quiet rooms. Your dates will determine if it's within your budget. I've seen it vary quite a bit. I stayed in the suite with the balcony facing the beach. Very clean, great service and great view. Pool is ok. I'm not big into pools. I like the pool bars more than anything and that they didn't have. I would be staying there again on my upcoming trip but prices are crazy around NYE. Most of everything is close to double or booked. I think I found a diamond in the rough with Nemo's guesthouse.

I've been noticing a lot of Airbnb listings in Pattaya and the vast majority of them look like entire decent condos. I've stayed at quite a few Airbnbs but only in North America. The Pattaya Airbnbs seem to average $20-$30 per night, again for entire condos.

Just wondering what the experience has been like for guys who stayed in Airbnb properties in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=Exoticspirit;2255050]I've been noticing a lot of Airbnb listings in Pattaya and the vast majority of them look like entire decent condos. I've stayed at quite a few Airbnbs but only in North America. The Pattaya Airbnbs seem to average $20-$30 per night, again for entire condos.

Just wondering what the experience has been like for guys who stayed in Airbnb properties in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]I rented a house with a pool through Airbnb in Pattaya Bon Kai area last year and everything went as planned. No different from my Airbnb experiences in Europe. You might already be aware that two court rulings have found Airbnb operations being against the law in Thailand but looks like apartment owners are taking their chances and continuing to offer apartments for short time lease.

[QUOTE=Exoticspirit;2255050]
Just wondering what the experience has been like for guys who stayed in Airbnb properties in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]I used airbnb 3 times in Pattaya, always at Unixx Condo south Pattaya. Nice and new one bedroom (small, only 34 smq) fully furnished, everythings worked fine, good wifi, some apartments have an amazing seaview. 2 swimming pool, small gym (very limited equipment), sauna.

Last but not least you can take all the girls you want back at your apartment without any control, no reception, no ID check. So no extra fee if you want a threesome, foursome, etc. Just not disturb your neighbors. There is also a back entrance from parking lot if you want avoid the walk of shame through the hall.

The swimming pool at ground floor is often overcrowded with family and children. Both swimming pool are not well positioned if you like a good sunbath.

Exactly. Whenever I see a question about multiple girls to a room I just wonder why that guy doesn't just do airbnb.

[QUOTE=Ricky81;2254535]Could anyone please advice me any good girl friendly hotels to stay in Pattaya for 2 nights with 2 girls, my budget is 2000 baht per night max more or less, also you can inbox me thanks.[/QUOTE]If you're feeling freaky, the Penthouse Hotel allows up to two guests for no joiner fee. They have large screen TVs with porn, some rooms have jetted tubs, dance poles and sex swings.

[QUOTE=Nixonbd;2255473]If you're feeling freaky, the Penthouse Hotel allows up to two guests for no joiner fee. They have large screen TVs with porn, some rooms have jetted tubs, dance poles and sex swings.[/QUOTE]Be careful: I used it for a few short times and I always found it not clean, noisy and with showers not well working.

[QUOTE=Nixonbd;2255473]If you're feeling freaky, the Penthouse Hotel allows up to two guests for no joiner fee. They have large screen TVs with porn, some rooms have jetted tubs, dance poles and sex swings.[/QUOTE]I stayed in the Penthouse for 5 nights last February. 2 nights would have sufficed. Not filthy but not the cleanest. Breakfast was good. Old hotel and showing its age and it took me 4 nights how to figure out how all the lights turned on and off. For similar money I could have stayed at the Baraquda Mgallery. I think everyone who goes to Pattaya should at least stay one night there on their first trip.

Looking for a hotel by 6, preferably one with the pool. Anyone have any recommendations? Best Beach villa Pattaya blue sky or two that I am considering. Also the Hotel selection, centara hotel and the twin palms. I want to try a hotel within walking distance of SOI 6.

[QUOTE=Breadman;2255724]Looking for a hotel by 6, preferably one with the pool. Anyone have any recommendations? Best Beach villa Pattaya blue sky or two that I am considering. Also the Hotel selection, centara hotel and the twin palms. I want to try a hotel within walking distance of SOI 6.[/QUOTE]Sabai Lodge, soi 2, a 10 minutes' walk to soi 6.

Centara Pattaya Hotel and At Mind Residence are both very near Soi 6, reasonably priced, and have pools.

Mera Mare if you want something a bit more upscale.

[QUOTE=XXL;2255726]Sabai Lodge, soi 2, a 10 minutes' walk to soi 6.[/QUOTE]Was thinking something closer, want to be so close that any time I have the urge to wonder up the street I'm only minutes away. I'll look into at mind residences that BB suggested. Is there a front desk at at mind? Can you get two girls into the room?

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2255749]Centara Pattaya Hotel and At Mind Residence are both very near Soi 6, reasonably priced, and have pools.

Mera Mare if you want something a bit more upscale.[/QUOTE]I've stayed at Nova Gold numerous times. 3 more minutes past At Mind. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The pool, not so great.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2255518]I stayed in the Penthouse for 5 nights last February. 2 nights would have sufficed. Not filthy but not the cleanest. Breakfast was good. Old hotel and showing its age and it took me 4 nights how to figure out how all the lights turned on and off. For similar money I could have stayed at the Baraquda Mgallery. I think everyone who goes to Pattaya should at least stay one night there on their first trip.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the replies, I am planning to book flipper house for 2 nights. But it is mentioned in booking site that available rooms have shared bathroom, so booking flipper lodge. Any idea please what's meant by shared bathroom?

[QUOTE=Ricky81;2256551]Thanks for the replies, I am planning to book flipper house for 2 nights. But it is mentioned in booking site that available rooms have shared bathroom, so booking flipper lodge. Any idea please what's meant by shared bathroom?[/QUOTE]I have booked thru [URL]Booking.com[/URL] and the details and pics imply private bathroom. I usually book mid level rooms mainly on that I get a reasonable bathroom.

[QUOTE=Ricky81;2256551]Thanks for the replies, I am planning to book flipper house for 2 nights. But it is mentioned in booking site that available rooms have shared bathroom, so booking flipper lodge. Any idea please what's meant by shared bathroom?[/QUOTE]Shared bathroom is mean you have a bathroom in the corridor and shared with other guests, this is normal in a hostel.
Flipper House is a hotel and all room have private bathroom [URL]https://www.flipperhotels.com/flipper_house/accommodation/[/URL].

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2256696]Shared bathroom is mean you have a bathroom in the corridor and shared with other guests, this is normal in a hostel.
Flipper House is a hotel and all room have private bathroom [URL]https://www.flipperhotels.com/flipper_house/accommodation/[/URL].[/QUOTE]On the hotel site now and only mentions private bathrooms.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2256708]On the hotel site now and only mentions private bathrooms.[/QUOTE]Thank guys, I checked in Agoda, may be I have to book thru hotel site.

[QUOTE=Ricky81;2256734]Thank guys, I checked in Agoda, may be I have to book thru hotel site.[/QUOTE]The information and pictures on booking sites can be very misleading (especially Agoda in my experience).
I always double check on the hotel site and Trip Advisor.

[QUOTE=Ricky81;2256734]Thank guys, I checked in Agoda, may be I have to book thru hotel site.[/QUOTE]On Flipper House official website and [URL]booking.com[/URL] all rooms are clearly listed with private bathroom, I just checked on Agoda and their "shared bathroom" is just an error because it's simply impossible that a superior room not have a private bathroom.

Hi,

I am considering Areca or LK Empress for my upcoming trip in Feb. Which one would be better. How about their guest policies. I read quite a lot on LK, but don't see any new one on Areca here.

Appreciate any help here.

Thanks.

[QUOTE=Titto;2257114]Hi,

I am considering Areca or LK Empress for my upcoming trip in Feb. Which one would be better. How about their guest policies. I read quite a lot on LK, but don't see any new one on Areca here.

Appreciate any help here.

Thanks.[/QUOTE]I stayed at both last year. Cleanliness I think Areca won. My pizza being invaded by a army of ants while I was in the shower at LK may be the difference for me. Both places were guest friendly but LK charged a 1000 baht for a 3rd guest.

[QUOTE=Ricky81;2256734]Thank guys, I checked in Agoda, may be I have to book thru hotel site.[/QUOTE]Ricky I tried replying to your message last couple days but your inbox was full. In regards to Nemo's, all reviews say its guest friendly and I heard good things about it on my last trip. According to a guy I might no fees for a 3rd or 4th guest. I haven't tested this yet but plan on it in 3 weeks.

Anyone know anything about Page 10 hotel? Thinking of spending 8-9 days in Pattaya. My last stay was only 5 days staying at Baraquda will be costly for 8-9 days.

[QUOTE=ThatGuy68;2257230]Ricky I tried replying to your message last couple days but your inbox was full. In regards to Nemo's, all reviews say its guest friendly and I heard good things about it on my last trip. According to a guy I might no fees for a 3rd or 4th guest. I haven't tested this yet but plan on it in 3 weeks.[/QUOTE]Sorry mate, now it's cleared, I am planning to book flipper house. Nemo will check again.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2256958]On Flipper House official website and [URL]booking.com[/URL] all rooms are clearly listed with private bathroom, I just checked on Agoda and their "shared bathroom" is just an error because it's simply impossible that a superior room not have a private bathroom.[/QUOTE]Yes not only that, it is also mentioned, superior room don't have locker box. It's crazy.

[QUOTE=DrifterMan;2257260]Anyone know anything about Page 10 hotel? Thinking of spending 8-9 days in Pattaya. My last stay was only 5 days staying at Baraquda will be costly for 8-9 days.[/QUOTE]I stayed there last April. It's a nice hotel although a bit worn down, it could do with a good going over with paint and varnish. I was not impressed by breakfast as there was little western food which I prefer to start the day. The rooms are nice with a fridge, kettle, armchairs and desk. The bathroom had both shower and bath with a big opening screen between the bed and bathroom.

[I][B]The problem is the noise![/B][/I] There was a beer bar blasting out some drunk singer every night until 4 am. It was so bad that I won't go there again.

Now I am looking for a similar but quiet hotel near here.

[QUOTE=Ricky81;2257421]Yes not only that, it is also mentioned, superior room don't have locker box. It's crazy.[/QUOTE]On their website safety box is listed only for mini suite and junior suite. Also on [URL]booking.com[/URL] the safety box is not listed for standard, superior and deluxe rooms.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2257593]On their website safety box is listed only for mini suite and junior suite. Also on [URL]booking.com[/URL] the safety box is not listed for standard, superior and deluxe rooms.[/QUOTE]I have booked there for 2 nights in February and I have sent a message to see if there are safety deposit boxes in the Superior rooms.

[QUOTE=Downandup;2257584]I stayed there last April. It's a nice hotel although a bit worn down, it could do with a good going over with paint and varnish. I was not impressed by breakfast as there was little western food which I prefer to start the day. The rooms are nice with a fridge, kettle, armchairs and desk. The bathroom had both shower and bath with a big opening screen between the bed and bathroom.

[I][B]The problem is the noise![/B][/I] There was a beer bar blasting out some drunk singer every night until 4 am. It was so bad that I won't go there again.

Now I am looking for a similar but quiet hotel near here.[/QUOTE]Thanks Downandup. Don't think I could handle loud music every night. If you find anything let me know. Thanks.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2257595]I have booked there for 2 nights in February and I have sent a message to see if there are safety deposit boxes in the Superior rooms.[/QUOTE]The room I have booked had a safe.

[QUOTE=Downandup;2257584] The problem is the noise! There was a beer bar blasting out some drunk singer every night until 4 am. It was so bad that I won't go there again.
Now I am looking for a similar but quiet hotel near here.[/QUOTE]
Yes, the noise from the beer bars at the corner of Second Road and Soi 10 is terrible.
How about Sea Me Spring Too at the other more quiet end of Soi 10? It's in the same price range and gets good reviews.

[QUOTE=ThatGuy68;2257229]I stayed at both last year. Cleanliness I think Areca won. My pizza being invaded by a army of ants while I was in the shower at LK may be the difference for me. Both places were guest friendly but LK charged a 1000 baht for a 3rd guest.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the information.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2257764]Yes, the noise from the beer bars at the corner of Second Road and Soi 10 is terrible.
How about Sea Me Spring Too at the other more quiet end of Soi 10? It's in the same price range and gets good reviews.[/QUOTE]I might do that, there are 3 Sea Me Spring hotels in that Soi so I'll check each one out, Sea Me Spring Tree is said to be the newest.

Areca also charges 500 baht for guests after the first girl, just a FYI.

Question: I will be staying again at the Sandy Spring Hotel in February, but this time instead of heading to Pattaya after a few days in Bangkok (where I have always changed my currency on Suk near Soi 11) I will be schlepping to Pattaya directly from the BKK airport. Since I have never had to use a cambio in Pattaya before, I never paid any attention to where they might be, and which have good rates, etc. Or will it be better to do the baht in the Poom after arrival (may not be open at 1 AM though.).

Any information is much appreciated. TIA.

TT money exchange with the yellow signs is generally close to or the best rates. They are all over the city. Best not to use the ones nearest a high traffic tourist area like walking street.

If you're arriving at 1 am change what you may need on your first night before traveling. Taxi, girl, barfine, drinks, food, 711, etc.

[QUOTE=DiveMonger;2259632]Question: I will be staying again at the Sandy Spring Hotel in February, but this time instead of heading to Pattaya after a few days in Bangkok (where I have always changed my currency on Suk near Soi 11) I will be schlepping to Pattaya directly from the BKK airport. Since I have never had to use a cambio in Pattaya before, I never paid any attention to where they might be, and which have good rates, etc. Or will it be better to do the baht in the Poom after arrival (may not be open at 1 AM though.).

Any information is much appreciated. TIA.[/QUOTE]Try to get an ATM card at an investment place such as Fidelity or Schwab. They will give you a better exchange rate and will reimburse all ATM fees. The airport has many ATMs inside, if I recall, they are 1 or 2 floors above the exit where you catch a taxi. Open 24/7.

Correction, Areca only charges if you have more than 1 girl at the same time.

[QUOTE=DiveMonger;2259632]Question: Or will it be better to do the baht in the Poom after arrival (may not be open at 1 AM though.).
[/QUOTE]Airport moneychangers all have rates set lower than you will get at Pattaya moneychangers. Only exchange what you need at the airport to get you to a Pattaya moneychanger.

Hi,

I'm looking at staying here on my next trip in May or September 2019. Any decent and recent reviews on the hotel itself and if it is guest friendly?

[QUOTE=Franga;2259814]Airport moneychangers all have rates set lower than you will get at Pattaya moneychangers. Only exchange what you need at the airport to get you to a Pattaya moneychanger.[/QUOTE]No. It has been written several times, if you need to exchange at the airport just go down to Floor B next to the ticket machine for airport rail link, there are 5/6 exchange boots Superrich Thailand, Super Rich 1965, Value+, etc with very good rate, same rate that you can find in town. Opening time varies from bank to bank 5:30/6:00am till 10/11:30pm

[QUOTE=ChrisH;2259743]Correction, Areca only charges if you have more than 1 girl at the same time.[/QUOTE]Thank you for the info.

[QUOTE=Franga;2259814]Airport moneychangers all have rates set lower than you will get at Pattaya moneychangers. Only exchange what you need at the airport to get you to a Pattaya moneychanger.[/QUOTE]Big fat Besty on YouTube just did a video on this a month or so ago. It's been said the ground level money exchange rates are just as good or better. I believe he showed they had better rates on ground level vs tt in Pattaya.

I usually have taxi take me to super rich in Ratchamadri Bkk. I was setting up my pick up over the weekend and she stated super rich in Ratchamadri closes for a few days at end of the year. She stated super rich on ground level has same rate and lady taxi driver will take me to it. I will report back on my findings. I'm curious if Big fat besty just hit it on a good day because I always have been told to wait until Pattaya or Bkk exchange due to bad rates at airport.

[QUOTE=Titto;2257114]Hi,

I am considering Areca or LK Empress for my upcoming trip in Feb. Which one would be better. How about their guest policies. I read quite a lot on LK, but don't see any new one on Areca here.

Appreciate any help here.

Thanks.[/QUOTE]No complaints about either. Slight edge to LK Empress. Rooms there are nicer, and I recall slightly preferring the breakfast. Rooms at Areca are clean but very basic. I'd weigh the choice mostly on LK Empress being easier to get back and forth to walking street, versus Areca being in an otherwise more interesting area (lots more bars, restaurants, street food, massage places, and everything else around Soi Diana and adjacent streets). The side entrance makes LK more discreet when returning with guests.

I am talking about all of the banks like SCB, Kasikorn, etc, that exchange cash, like you will find just after immigration and before customs. And also outside of arrivals and throughout the terminal. These all have lower rates than their exact same exchange booths that you will find in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=ThatGuy68;2260027] I'm curious if Big fat besty just hit it on a good day because I always have been told to wait until Pattaya or Bkk exchange due to bad rates at airport.[/QUOTE]A "good day" it has nothing to do with higher rate at exchange booths at Suvarnabhumi Airport Floor B. Superrich, SuperRich 1965, Value+, etc always have a very good exchange rate and you can check their rate on their website. It's already some years that these exchange booth at Floor B operating with a very good rate.

Just check the website now: Value+ Siam Paragon branch exchange 37,10 for euro, Value+ Suvarnabhumi branch 37,15 for euro, Vasu Exchange Sukhumvit Road 37,15 for euro. These are the exact rate that you will find on the ground.

[QUOTE=Franga;2260109]I am talking about all of the banks like SCB, Kasikorn, etc, that exchange cash, like you will find just after immigration and before customs. And also outside of arrivals and throughout the terminal. These all have lower rates than their exact same exchange booths that you will find in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]I once took out 300 Euros at the Frankfurt airport then another 300 at an ATM in a small town 30 kms away and the rate was the same.

[QUOTE=Breadman;2260263]I once took out 300 Euros at the Frankfurt airport then another 300 at an ATM in a small town 30 kms away and the rate was the same.[/QUOTE]I am not talking about taking money out of an ATM. I am talking about exchanging cash at an exchange booth.

If you take money out of an ATM at Suvarnabhumi then it will be the exact same exchange rate as out of an ATM in Pattaya (or anywhere else in the country). But cash is different.

If you hand over 300 Euros cash at the SCB exchange booth at Suvarnabhumi then you will probably get around 5% less baht than you would by exchanging the exact same amount at the TT exchange booths around Pattaya.

[QUOTE=Downandup;2257584]I stayed there last April. It's a nice hotel although a bit worn down, it could do with a good going over with paint and varnish. I was not impressed by breakfast as there was little western food which I prefer to start the day. The rooms are nice with a fridge, kettle, armchairs and desk. The bathroom had both shower and bath with a big opening screen between the bed and bathroom.

[I][B]The problem is the noise![/B][/I] There was a beer bar blasting out some drunk singer every night until 4 am. It was so bad that I won't go there again..[/QUOTE]Looking at their Facebook page, it seems like they have renovated the hotel. I wonder if they have double glazed the windows.

Dear friends, I go to Pattaya in March.

I was 2 years before in Pattaya in the Siam at Siam design hotel, but now maybe I want to stay in the E-outfitting boutique hotel.

It is much cheaper, but I don't know if this is a good choice. They have a very large room of 55 m square, for a lot less money. But what do you think of the hotel? And is it guest friendly? I have been looking all over but I did not found any information about this guest friendly item.

Many regards.

So my cheap booking at nemo's guest house was canceled due to owner overbooking. I ended up having to book some expensive room a royal cliff beach hotel. I didn't have time to research much since I was left out on the street with most hotels booked.

I found some reports from 10 years ago about a 600 baht fee which is kind of irrelevant at this point. I take it that's times 2 for 2? Other sites saying they can't stay overnight. Is this true? It would seem pretty wide open downstairs. Surely, one could walk in like a group and be just fine. Maybe not...

Anyone have experience with this hotel? Guest friendly? Seeing mixed reports on internet. Give a guy a tip please.

The place is freaking amazing with a price tag that follows. As stated in earlier post I was forced into this hotel due to being left out on the street due to overbooking at Nemos guesthouse. The place is guest friendly. No joiner fee. Report on other sites stating no overnight are false in my experience. With that being said I told my guest to walk in like my wife. If a lady walks in with hooker attire the story may be different but honestly I think that would even pass. Never had anyone ask anything. Just walk in like you own the place.

Looking to stay as close to Soi6 as possible. Neither hotel returned my query about being guest friendly. So a little nervous about booking. Any thoughts?

Amari Nova suites is what I really liked. However is there motorbike taxis that can take you from second road through the alley rather than do circles on beach road?

Thanks!

[QUOTE=LoneWolff;2276455]Looking to stay as close to Soi6 as possible. Neither hotel returned my query about being guest friendly. So a little nervous about booking. Any thoughts?

Amari Nova suites is what I really liked. However is there motorbike taxis that can take you from second road through the alley rather than do circles on beach road?

Thanks![/QUOTE]At mind exclusive allow guests. I asked and they sent me the official visitors policy. Pretty standard.

[QUOTE=Infedel;2276885]At mind exclusive allow guests. I asked and they sent me the official visitors policy. Pretty standard.[/QUOTE]Hotel Joiner / Visitor / Lady / Girl Policies.

1. Joiner or Visitor or Lady or Girl is free of charge with 24 hours visiting with the signature of guest to acknowledge.

2. Joiner or Visitor or Lady or Girl must present the ID card or passport which will be withheld by the reception and will be handed back when Joiner or Visitor or Lady or Girl leaves.

3. When Joiner or Visitor or Lady or Girl leaves, the hotel reserves the right to verify with sponsored guest for guest's safety and to protect any lost of belongings.

4. In case that guest brings Joiner or Visitor or Lady or Girl to room without prior notice to the front desk as stated above, any intentional or unintentional incident happened will be a sole guest's responsibility.

[url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord902][CodeWord902][/url] Joiner or Visitor or Lady or Girl.

1. As per law we do not allow [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord902][CodeWord902][/url] Joiner or Visitor or Lady or Girl to accompany guest into rooms. This is also to protect guest from prosecution.

2. Current Thai Law states that the legal age for consensual sex is 18 years.

[QUOTE=Infedel;2276885]At mind exclusive allow guests. I asked and they sent me the official visitors policy. Pretty standard.[/QUOTE]Yes, but I am interested in "At Mind Serviced Residence" and "Centara Pattaya" both of which are closest to Soi 6.

[QUOTE=LoneWolff;2277252]Yes, but I am interested in "At Mind Serviced Residence" and "Centara Pattaya" both of which are closest to Soi 6.[/QUOTE]Still no replies, need some help guys. Thanks in advance!

[QUOTE=LoneWolff;2277986]Still no replies, need some help guys. Thanks in advance![/QUOTE]I will be in my office in 1 hour and I will email the establishment and ask them. While I am waiting on their reply I will read thru the Pattaya Hotel forum possibly using the search function.

Sorry for any inconvenience caused by our tardiness.

[QUOTE=LoneWolff;2277252]Yes, but I am interested in "At Mind Serviced Residence" and "Centara Pattaya" both of which are closest to Soi 6.[/QUOTE]Rather than have you wait for our slow and lazy friend Rob Jones, I can positively confirm At Mind Serviced Residences is girl friendly. A friend that stayed there last fall and he had different girls with him overnight. Like most hotels, they may not allow two girls at the same time. It looked like a nice hotel but it is just a bit off the beaten path. Sorry I don't know about Centara Pattaya.

[QUOTE=LoneWolff;2276455]Looking to stay as close to Soi6 as possible. Neither hotel returned my query about being guest friendly. So a little nervous about booking. Any thoughts?

Amari Nova suites is what I really liked. However is there motorbike taxis that can take you from second road through the alley rather than do circles on beach road?

Thanks![/QUOTE]Have you looked at the Queen Victoria Inn? It is actually on Soi 6. Guest friendly.

The Centara near Soi 6 is also girl friendly.

Hard Rock Hotel and Centric Sea would be 2 other options very near Soi 6.

[QUOTE=SkippyJp;2278138]Have you looked at the Queen Victoria Inn? It is actually on Soi 6. Guest friendly.[/QUOTE]I thought that Queen Victoria Inn on Soi 6 had closed down. Am I mistaken or have they re-opened?

[QUOTE=Allover;2278107]I can positively confirm At Mind Serviced Residences is girl friendly.[/QUOTE]Thank you very much Allover. I ended up booking At Mind Serviced Residence. They did not respond to multiple emails and neither did Centara Pattaya and Agoda messages went unanswered as well, so I had to get some feedback before booking. On the contrary Amari Nova Suites answered affirmatively within a few hours on their joiner friendly policy however it was just a bit off soi 6.

Though there are many websites out there that list girlfriendly hotels and both hotels were indeed listed on them.

On a side note, I stayed in WH Condotel last time (which also happened to be my first trip) based on your feedback and was satisfied. Not a modern hotel but very quiet and and that was important for me. Hopefully this time works out as well.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2278367]The Centara near Soi 6 is also girl friendly.

Hard Rock Hotel and Centric Sea would be 2 other options very near Soi 6.[/QUOTE]Thanks BB. Hard rock seems to be for the late night party owls which I am not. Centara was the closest to corner of Soi6 but many reviews indicated they put all Indians in one block. Enough said!!

Does someone have any tips for specific AirBnB places or at least the condo buildings? I've seen discussion about airbnb few pages back but I don't think specific places were mentioned. My next trip is going to be on a tight budget and I'd prefer bigger chunk of it to go towards supporting Isaan economy, hence wanted to save on a hotel.

And has anyone actually stayed in Chada Thai house? The price seems very decent (like 1300 thb / night), it doesn't have pool but seems like location is good, rooms are big, balcony, etc. They confirmed they are GF (no joiner fee), but I've only found a report about that hotel on this forum from like 10 years ago.

Have been there 26 times within last 6 years. And l love it. It's getting more and more expensive but you have to realize that it's worthy to pay for it, unless you go mad, like l did before. Soi bukkao soi 6 7 and 8 top spot. Looking for any advice or help, please drop a line and l help you. Happy mongering.

[QUOTE=Dart13;2281272]And has anyone actually stayed in Chada Thai house? The price seems very decent (like 1300 thb / night), it doesn't have pool but seems like location is good, rooms are big, balcony, etc. They confirmed they are GF (no joiner fee), but I've only found a report about that hotel on this forum from like 10 years ago.[/QUOTE]Never stayed there but this hotel has 49 reviews on Tripadvisor and the majority of them is positive.

[QUOTE=Dart13;2279994]Does someone have any tips for specific AirBnB places or at least the condo buildings? I've seen discussion about airbnb few pages back but I don't think specific places were mentioned. My next trip is going to be on a tight budget and I'd prefer bigger chunk of it to go towards supporting Isaan economy, hence wanted to save on a hotel.[/QUOTE]The Base is still hard to beat and believe me I try. 30-40/ nt if you look and book early. Getting into the 20/ nt range doesn't really help that much budget wise and is a definite step down.

[QUOTE=Dart13;2281272]And has anyone actually stayed in Chada Thai house? The price seems very decent (like 1300 thb / night), it doesn't have pool but seems like location is good, rooms are big, balcony, etc. They confirmed they are GF (no joiner fee), but I've only found a report about that hotel on this forum from like 10 years ago.[/QUOTE]I stayed there last August for 3 nights for THB 2,880, so THB 1300 per night seems high. This was my review of the hotel on the website I booked it at:

V USA.

7. 5.

Solo traveller.

Reviewed: 31 August 2018.

Good value hotel.

· Nice staff. Comfortable bed. Good air conditioning.

· Bathrom sink did not have hot water and water in shower was not hot enough, even when only the hot water was on, to shower comfortably. Some slight noise from nearby bars by the door and in the bathroom but not when lying in the bed.

[QUOTE=JustAMan68;2281291]Have been there 26 times within last 6 years. And l love it. It's getting more and more expensive but you have to realize that it's worthy to pay for it, unless you go mad, like l did before. Soi bukkao soi 6 7 and 8 top spot. Looking for any advice or help, please drop a line and l help you. Happy mongering.[/QUOTE]26 visits in 6 years please share your thoughts on where the hottest girls are on soi 7, 8, and buakhao. Names of bars please. These aren't discussed much on here. Please post in the pattaya reports thread. This is the hotels thread. Thanks.

[QUOTE=JustAMan68;2281291]Have been there 26 times within last 6 years. And l love it. It's getting more and more expensive but you have to realize that it's worthy to pay for it, unless you go mad, like l did before. Soi bukkao soi 6 7 and 8 top spot. Looking for any advice or help, please drop a line and l help you. Happy mongering.[/QUOTE]I arrive tomorrow. You can show me the ropes old boy please.

Which hotels have a washer and dryers for guests?

The hotels I've been checking seem to not have one.

[QUOTE=NonStopParty;2284713]Which hotels have a washer and dryers for guests?

The hotels I've been checking seem to not have one.[/QUOTE]There's a laundry shop on every soi just use one of them.

[QUOTE=Zman429;2285002]There's a laundry shop on every soi just use one of them.[/QUOTE]1 day turn around. Maybe 2 if they lag.

1st time heading to Pattaya. A group of us all have single rooms at Secrets Hotel. What are your opinions on Secrets? TIA.

[QUOTE=Kaino32;2288825]1st time heading to Pattaya. A group of us all have single rooms at Secrets Hotel. What are your opinions on Secrets? TIA.[/QUOTE]Clean basic type rooms, relatively quiet soi, close to Walking street. No pool though, which is a must for me in Pattaya. Stickman reported in his column this week the Secrets bar is being rebranded, and scheduled to shut on 3/7 and reopen on 3/29.

SL.

[QUOTE=ThatGuy68;2269025]The place is freaking amazing with a price tag that follows. As stated in earlier post I was forced into this hotel due to being left out on the street due to overbooking at Nemos guesthouse. The place is guest friendly. No joiner fee. Report on other sites stating no overnight are false in my experience. With that being said I told my guest to walk in like my wife. If a lady walks in with hooker attire the story may be different but honestly I think that would even pass. Never had anyone ask anything. Just walk in like you own the place.[/QUOTE]I enjoyed staying at The Royal Cliff and especially liked the almost private beach. However it is a long way from the action! There was no problem with me taking a working girl to my room. They did not stop me or ask the lady for I. D. It is usually better if the hotel keeps her I. D. In my opinion for your own personal safety.

Hi,

I am coming to Pattaya next month. I have my stay booked at Baywalk Residence for a day just because it is near to the beach. How is this place for guests.

I have couple of days at Areca also as I got some good deal there.

Regards.

Are there any hotels relatively close to the action that allow 4 guests to join without excessive joiner fees?

Or hotels where you don't have to walk through the main lobby past the front desk?

Asking for a friend.

KY, for guys who want to bring multiple girls to a room rent a place through AirBNB. A condo like The Base is very centrally located and is AirBNB central.

Titto, Baywalk and Areca are both girl friendly. Do you really want to switch hotels in the middle of a short 3 day stay? Both hotels are good, near or on the baht bus route. Unless you wan to hang out at LK Metro I'd choose Baywalk over Areca.

[QUOTE=KyCuriosity;2294052]Are there any hotels relatively close to the action that allow 4 guests to join without excessive joiner fees?
Or hotels where you don't have to walk through the main lobby past the front desk?
[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2294176]KY, for guys who want to bring multiple girls to a room rent a place through AirBNB. A condo like The Base is very centrally located and is AirBNB central.[/QUOTE]Agree about Airbnb. Unixx condo have a back door from parking lot next to the elevator, so you not have to walk through the lobby.

[QUOTE=KyCuriosity;2294052]Are there any hotels relatively close to the action that allow 4 guests to join without excessive joiner fees?

Or hotels where you don't have to walk through the main lobby past the front desk?

Asking for a friend.[/QUOTE]If you mean Walking Street as close to the action I know that the Grand is very liberal with joiners and have towels at the bottom of the stairs that you just deal out to the girls as you enter. I do not know about 4 but I had 3. The Baraquda Mgallery on Second Road near Soi13/2 has let me take 4 girls to my room with out a blink of the eye. Again near Walking Street is the P72. If you book in the new section of the hotel I think you could take 4 girls up to your room as there is no reception on that side of the road but extra towels will cost you 100 baht each from memory.

[QUOTE=Zman429;2281487]The Base is still hard to beat and believe me I try. 30-40/ nt if you look and book early. Getting into the 20/ nt range doesn't really help that much budget wise and is a definite step down.[/QUOTE]He should read the TripAdvisor reviews before making a reservation.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2294176]KY, for guys who want to bring multiple girls to a room rent a place through AirBNB. A condo like The Base is very centrally located and is AirBNB central.

Titto, Baywalk and Areca are both girl friendly. Do you really want to switch hotels in the middle of a short 3 day stay? Both hotels are good, near or on the baht bus route. Unless you wan to hang out at LK Metro I'd choose Baywalk over Areca.[/QUOTE]Thank you BB. I wanted to stay close to beach and hence checked on Baywalk. As you mentioned, I am also thinking to continue with Baywalk for the whole trip.

I am planning my first trip to Thailand. I will land in Bangkok and immediately leave for Pattaya. Sometime in the April to May window, I think.

In preliminary research I have been unpleasantly surprised how expensive Pattaya has become. Number shows average apartment cost in the city over 500 USD.

I am on a strict budget. I need information on cheap hotel rooms in or near (within 15 km) of Pattaya. Specifically I will be looking for a clean, basic room with good bed, not real noisy good air conditioning and good water pressure / shower. Private bath only and honest management. I want something no more than 500 Baht. I can go to 650 B, but I'd rather not.

I also need to know the cheapest, comfortable way to get from BKK airport to Pattaya, without a lot of walking.

The mongering part I can handle, having had enough experience in this area. I prefer freelancers and making a deal directly with the woman, no managers. A general idea of where to look would be nice to know, but the above two questions are the most important, especially the hotel / guesthouse, etc. No hostel dorm crap. Private room with bath only. No AIRB&B.

In return for this information (which I probably can get from internet searching but thought I'd ask here first) I promise to give a full detailed report with prices on everything.

OK that's about it. Thanks in advance for any useful info.

I was wondering if any of the distinguished members of this Board have stayed at the Amari Hotel recently? (The big one on Beach Road. Formerly the Amari Ocean. Not to be confused with Amari Nova or Amari Residences). If so, would you recommend it? I've read that it has been extensively renovated, but also that there has been major construction (and noise) around the area. I emailed the hotel to ask whether the construction has finished (and if not when will it finish), but they haven't replied yet. It appears to be rated as a 5-star hotel, but some reviews have suggested that is a bit of an exaggeration.

The alternative I'm considering is Baraquda Suites. I've stayed at the Baraquda before, therefore I already know what it's like, but if you have an opinion of both I would be very interested to hear it! I appreciate that the Baraquda's location is superior, but I don't mind that so much, because I need the exercise!

By the way. The other places I have stayed in Pattaya on previous visits are the Hard Rock, KTK Regency and 'At Mind'. The Hard Rock was OK (especially the pool), but this time I'm looking for something a bit quieter; the KTK was OK for the price but the air conditioning was only just adequate; and the beds in the 'At Mind' were a bit too hard for my taste.

Finally I'm assuming the Amari is guest friendly, but if anybody has information to the contrary, that would be a deal-breaker of course!

Many thanks to everyone in advance.

[QUOTE=AlteredEgo;2299244]I'm assuming the Amari is guest friendly, but if anybody has information to the contrary, that would be a deal-breaker of course! [/QUOTE]I would not assume the Amari Pattaya (formerly the Amari Ocean) is GF. I had heard the Amari Ocean charged a joiner fee on girls that are not signed in at check in or not on the reservation. I might be misinformed. Email their reservation department and find out one way or the other.

I know for sure that the Holiday Inn next door is definitely GF and very quiet. They have a really nice infinity pool facing the ocean and a separate kiddy pool on a different level altogether. You can invite your girls over for an afternoon pool party. The rooms are nice and airy, all come with balconies. If you join the Intercontinental Club before you book, you will receive a room upgrade if available at check in.

At a significantly higher price, the Hilton (GF + nice pool) is worth considering, although my personal favorite Beach Road Hotel since the Avani (the former Marriott) became not girl friendly is the Wave Hotel. The Wave is a fantastic, small, very GF boutique hotel. Rooms are really nice there. If you want to splurge a little, you won't go wrong at the Wave. I highly recommend it.

[QUOTE=NattyBumpo;2299283]I would not assume the Amari Pattaya (formerly the Amari Ocean) is GF. I had heard the Amari Ocean charged a joiner fee on girls that are not signed in at check in or not on the reservation. I might be misinformed. Email their reservation department and find out one way or the other?.....[/QUOTE]Mr Natty Bumpo, many thanks for your hotel suggestions, and may I take this opportunity to say how much I love your work!

Yes I believe you are right about the joiner fee at the Amari. I didn't ask them about it, but I have since found it mentioned in posts elsewhere on the net by searching for 'joiner fee' - previously I had only been searching for 'guest friendly' or 'girl friendly'.

I checked out the hotels you mentioned, but one thing I had neglected to clarify was that I was looking for a 1-bed suite rather than just a room. The Wave looks very nice but I ruled it out on this basis because they haven't got 1-bed suites (as far as I can tell). The Hilton looks excellent but is too expensive as you said. And for some reason I'm not a huge fan of Holiday Inns, perhaps because I've stayed in so many on business over the years!

The upshot of all this is that I've booked the Baraquda again. It's certainly not the cheapest and there are a few reviews that say that it looks a bit 'tired' these days, but overall the recent feedback is positive.

By the way, if anyone is interested the Amari replied to my email enquiring about the state of the building work. They said it's due to finish at the end of March.

All the best.

[QUOTE=Titto;2295186]Thank you BB. I wanted to stay close to beach and hence checked on Baywalk. As you mentioned, I am also thinking to continue with Baywalk for the whole trip.[/QUOTE]Thanks a lot. I stayed at both Areca and Baywalk as there no availability on certain dates. Both are good hotels and GF friendly (one at a time. Joiner fee for more than one). Baywalk rooms are really nice but breakfast is basic but compensated by the ocean view. Nice staff and easy check-in.

I am planning to book this hotel for my August visit. The location is great. Price is good now. Anyone try it before?

Is it girl friendly?

Cheers!

VT6 is likely the most discussed place to stay in this thread. Maybe not so much recently. Great location beside Central Festival and access to both Beach Road and Second Road. It is an old building. Be wary when booking this place I have booked it once and it was a scam site. Honey is legit though with an office on the ground floor. Girl friendly. It is a condo not a hotel. They will collect the girls ID card if you wish but no confirmation call. The girl just picks up her ID and leaves. Be wary that a small percentage of girls may not go with you to VT6 as they are concerned this is home base for the Pattaya Flying Club.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2327743]VT6 is likely the most discussed place to stay in this thread. Maybe not so much recently. Great location beside Central Festival and access to both Beach Road and Second Road. It is an old building. Be wary when booking this place I have booked it once and it was a scam site. Honey is legit though with an office on the ground floor. Girl friendly. It is a condo not a hotel. They will collect the girls ID card if you wish but no confirmation call. The girl just picks up her ID and leaves. Be wary that a small percentage of girls may not go with you to VT6 as they are concerned this is home base for the Pattaya Flying Club.[/QUOTE]I do not know the story about the Pattaya Flying Club. That's kind of scary. Now I know why the room rate is so low.

Thank you bro!

I'm joking about the Flying Club but guys have been known to take the leap from VT6 in the past. Don't let that deter your choice of VT6. It was one of my go to places to stay before I moved here. However, I used to rent the 100+ sqm 2 bedroom rooms.

[QUOTE=MagnaWhite;2327690]I am planning to book this hotel for my August visit. The location is great. Price is good now. Anyone try it before?

Is it girl friendly?

Cheers![/QUOTE]VT6 is nicely located but hit or miss as the units as each are individually owned, and even though centrally located, it seems isolated (it's a big concrete building with nothing around it). Some units have amazing views. Also, you can avoid the ID card thing if you enter through the freight elevator in the garage. Honey's is reliable.

Many thanks to Banana Boi and Green Toad!

I decide to book the Base Central instead.

Cheers!

Hello dear friends,

I am desi.

Friends I need some info regarding my travel to Thailand in mid June!! My company has booked my hotel citrus grande Pattaya.

Guys please tell me if this hotel is guest friendly or not? When I emailed the hotel they said they only allow extra guest only if I book this hotel from their website? I will be booking the hotel on double occupancy but now I don't know what they will do!! Any suggestions on the nearby hotels so that I can take the girl there if possible.

Hi guys,

I've read back 15 pages but no mention of Travelodge, is it GF?

Thanks.

[QUOTE=Mombie75;2333599]
I've read back 15 pages but no mention of Travelodge, is it GF? [/QUOTE]Do an advanced search and you will see the answer is yes.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2333754]Do an advanced search and you will see the answer is yes.[/QUOTE]The best way to search for something is to do a 1000 Page print (not to actual printer) and then use a normal text search in that.

The forum search function is not easy to use really.

[QUOTE=Mombie75;2333599]Hi guys,

I've read back 15 pages but no mention of Travelodge, is it GF?

Thanks.[/QUOTE]Some friends who have visited me have stayed here and no issues with girls. Feedback was thin walls and small rooms.

Going to be heading to Thailand in January (I know that's quite a bit away but want to make arrangements at soon as I can). Going to Pattaya for about a week and have narrowed my choices to The LK Empress, Amari Nova, and The Aya Boutique. Each has their pros and cons such as location and joiner fees (or lack there of) but was hoping for recommendations. I'm leaning toward LK Empress because of the location but reports make it seem that its seen better days. Amari Nova is modern but a bit far away but nothing a baht bus can't fix. Aya is right there but conflicting reports have me wondering if its a great idea. Any advice will help. Thanks!

Hi Guys.

Has anyone stayed at the Beverly Plaza Hotel recently? Like most hotels it looks good on the booking sites. Other then the usual girl friendly questions, how is the breakfast, are the rooms and bathrooms clean and spacious, are drinks available by the pool? Any and all feedback is welcomed.

Thanks.

Rob.

[QUOTE=TheBronx;2333977]Going to be heading to Thailand in January (I know that's quite a bit away but want to make arrangements at soon as I can). Going to Pattaya for about a week and have narrowed my choices to The LK Empress, Amari Nova, and The Aya Boutique. Each has their pros and cons such as location and joiner fees (or lack there of) but was hoping for recommendations. I'm leaning toward LK Empress because of the location but reports make it seem that its seen better days. Amari Nova is modern but a bit far away but nothing a baht bus can't fix. Aya is right there but conflicting reports have me wondering if its a great idea. Any advice will help. Thanks![/QUOTE]I don't know about the other two but I have stayed in LK Empress a couple of times most recently in Jan 2019. Got the upgraded room with balcony. It's in a lively location right across the beach (and FLs if that's your thing). Breakfast buffet not bad. Their roadside restaurant is great for people watching although you have the indoor AC option if too hot. The last time I had got a BKK chick along with me for the whole stay but the prior time to that was a solo trip. Had a great stay both times. BTW if you book for two then no guest fee for a partner but they charged me for a third. HTH.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2334988]Hi Guys.

Has anyone stayed at the Beverly Plaza Hotel recently? Like most hotels it looks good on the booking sites. Other then the usual girl friendly questions, how is the breakfast, are the rooms and bathrooms clean and spacious, are drinks available by the pool? Any and all feedback is welcomed.

Thanks.

Rob.[/QUOTE]I'd look elsewhere. This hotel has as many terrible reviews as good ones. I think this quote will answer all of your questions.

This hotel is terrible. I won't come back. Never ever.

Very bad services in this hotel. The staff are so rude. I'm from Australia. 1st time I stay here & I won't come back. The room is dirty. The food is terrible. You can't MEET YOUR FRIENDS or your Family IN YOUR ROOM. You have to pay $400 bath every time your friends or.

[QUOTE=David2;2335271]I'd look elsewhere. This hotel has as many terrible reviews as good ones. I think this quote will answer all of your questions.

This hotel is terrible. I won't come back. Never ever.

Very bad services in this hotel. The staff are so rude. I'm from Australia. 1st time I stay here & I won't come back. The room is dirty. The food is terrible. You can't MEET YOUR FRIENDS or your Family IN YOUR ROOM. You have to pay $400 bath every time your friends or.[/QUOTE]Thanks David.

Hey guys,

Has anyone stayed in the Mera Mare and has anything to report? Is it friendly, and how is it in general (I only saw one mention by mister BB as an offhand remark)?

Planning on staying in October (only time I could take vacation) for 5 nights.

Thanks!

I currently have a room at the base reserved but was wondering if there are any more centrally located recommended hotels. I was looking at LK empress but it seems to have mixed reviews here. Has anyone stayed at adelphi?

Hello brothers,

Planning to visit Pattaya soon. Can you please suggest which hotel is best. Food, location, Girl friendly and do we need to pay joiner fee for girls.

Kindly advise,

Cheers.

[QUOTE=BackToDesi;2329884]Hello dear friends,

I am desi.

Friends I need some info regarding my travel to Thailand in mid June!! My company has booked my hotel citrus grande Pattaya.

Guys please tell me if this hotel is guest friendly or not? When I emailed the hotel they said they only allow extra guest only if I book this hotel from their website? I will be booking the hotel on double occupancy but now I don't know what they will do!! Any suggestions on the nearby hotels so that I can take the girl there if possible.[/QUOTE]What is desi? An illness or handicap of some kind? Are you looking for a hotel that will accommodate that handicap?

[QUOTE=Sydien;2336331]I currently have a room at The Base reserved but was wondering if there are any more centrally located recommended hotels. I was looking at LK Empress but it seems to have mixed reviews here. Has anyone stayed at Adelphi?[/QUOTE]The Base condo is on the east side of Second Road, opposite Soi 11 and the the Mike shopping mall. It doesn't get any more "centrally located" than that.

This sub-forum has literally dozens of reviews of hotels that are located in central Pattaya. Go back 50 pages and read forward. You'll see five or six hotels with multiple reviews. Those hotels are popular for a reason. But you've got to do the work and read the reviews. Finally, your inquiry suggests you are a trifle hazy on Pattaya's geography. Google "Groovy Map Pattaya" and buy an old-fashioned map. Spend some time studying it to get the lay of the land while you are planning your trip.

[QUOTE=LoneWolf0737;2336339]Hello brothers,

Planning to visit Pattaya soon. Can you please suggest which hotel is best. Food, location, Girl friendly and do we need to pay joiner fee for girls.

Kindly advise,

Cheers.[/QUOTE]LK the empress is the best bro. You can have beach view rooms depending on your budget. This place is close to central mall where you lot of options in the food court. Near to many western chain restaurants and of course near to walking street. Enjoy your stay.

[QUOTE=Dena0;2336722]What is desi? An illness or handicap of some kind? Are you looking for a hotel that will accommodate that handicap?[/QUOTE]Hello brother,

"Desi" is a Hindi language (Asian Indian language) word. It means an Indian. Lot of people from India visit Pattaya so he may be trying to get answer from an Indian brother here.

P.S: Some places treat Indians differently in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=BackToDesi;2329884]Hello dear friends,

I am desi.

Friends I need some info regarding my travel to Thailand in mid June!! My company has booked my hotel citrus grande Pattaya.

Guys please tell me if this hotel is guest friendly or not? When I emailed the hotel they said they only allow extra guest only if I book this hotel from their website? I will be booking the hotel on double occupancy but now I don't know what they will do!! Any suggestions on the nearby hotels so that I can take the girl there if possible.[/QUOTE]Bro,

The LK Empress is your best choice. Location is great too. I think as long as you book double occupancy there shouldn't be any issue in Pattaya. Why else open a hotel Pattaya, if there is no guest allowed. Getting around places is very cheap by Baht Buses. Good luck.

[QUOTE=HpHash;2336914]LK the empress is the best bro. You can have beach view rooms depending on your budget. This place is close to central mall where you lot of options in the food court. Near to many western chain restaurants and of course near to walking street. Enjoy your stay.[/QUOTE]Thanks bro!

Taking time to reply among sarcastic people.

[QUOTE=LoneWolf0737;2337144]Thanks bro!

Taking time to reply among sarcastic people.[/QUOTE]Glad you caught the sarcasm that HpHash missed.

Perhaps you could also read the forum to trivially get the answers to your questions on your own time.

RTFF?

[QUOTE=HpHash;2336921]Bro,

The LK Empress is your best choice..[/QUOTE]I stayed at LK Empress my last trip to Pattaya. I much prefer the Penthouse hotel over LK Empress. Penthouse is cheaper, closer to the action, and so unique. I think it's the perfect hotel for mongering.

[QUOTE=Blanquiceleste;2238691]I think this page needs a sticky thread stating in bold red capitals. ALL HOTELS IN PATTAYA ARE GIRL FRIENDLY, UNLESS REPORTED OTHERWISE SPECIFICALLY. STOP ASKING.[/QUOTE]Only way I see is to either not respond to posters with that specific question or just post the 4 letter abbreviation RTFF.

[QUOTE=LoneWolf0737;2336339]Hello brothers,

Planning to visit Pattaya soon. Can you please suggest which hotel is best. Food, location, Girl friendly and do we need to pay joiner fee for girls.

Kindly advise,

Cheers.[/QUOTE]LK Empress in Pattaya is a good spot. Good breakfast, Girl Friendly, walking distance to Walking Street, Also action to be had across the street along Beach Road.

[QUOTE=LoneWolf0737;2336339]Hello brothers,

Planning to visit Pattaya soon. Can you please suggest which hotel is best. Food, location, Girl friendly and do we need to pay joiner fee for girls.

Kindly advise,

Cheers.[/QUOTE]Hmmm. "Best" hotel is probably Hilton or something in the 5 star class. I look for budget options and I like to stay near LK Metro area so I think Opey De Place is a good hotel for me.

[QUOTE=TurdyCurdyOne;2296885]I am planning my first trip to Thailand. I will land in Bangkok and immediately leave for Pattaya. Sometime in the April to May window, I think.

In preliminary research I have been unpleasantly surprised how expensive Pattaya has become. Number shows average apartment cost in the city over 500 USD.

I am on a strict budget. I need information on cheap hotel rooms in or near (within 15 km) of Pattaya. Specifically I will be looking for a clean, basic room with good bed, not real noisy good air conditioning and good water pressure / shower. Private bath only and honest management. I want something no more than 500 Baht. I can go to 650 B, but I'd rather not.
I also need to know the cheapest, comfortable way to get from BKK airport to Pattaya, without a lot of walking.[/QUOTE]If you want to stay right in the action try Metro Apartment in LK Metro. Rooms above a good sportsbar. Nice large rooms. Big refrigerator, Balcony. Clean, good service, nice and friendly staff. Good food (from a nearby reastaurant). But no pool here. A bit noisy in the evening, but quiet from 3 AM. It is around 600 bath per night in April 2019. Smack dab in the middle of the action! Transport from the airport; try Bell transport. ([URL]www.belltravelservice.com[/URL]) Book online. Only 300 bath or so. Includes the bus trip to Pattaya and onward transport to your hotel. Very convenient.

[QUOTE=Aviator12;2339241]Hmmm. "Best" hotel is probably Hilton or something in the 5 star class. I look for budget options and I like to stay near LK Metro area so I think Opey De Place is a good hotel for me.[/QUOTE]I have booked class rooms hotel for my stay. Hope I didn't make bad choice.

[QUOTE=LoneWolf0737;2339256]I have booked class rooms hotel for my stay. Hope I didn't make bad choice.[/QUOTE]Do you mean The Classroom Hotel in Soi 13/4? It's very close to Boys Town but other than that it looks ok and it gets good reviews on Tripadvisor.

Hi guys,

Apologies if I have posted this in the wrong section, but I was wondering if any of you could confirm there is / are still internet cafes in Pattaya, I used to go to the one on second road near top of soi 13, there used to be one on soi bukhao, but I believe it is now a Tesco metro, there was also one on soi post office I think.

If you guys can help or recommend where I can log on and print out booking forms etc I would appreciate it. I am due to stay in 'hotel stay' on soi 10 next month and it doesn't look like they have such facilities.

I don't want to bring a smartphone with me, unless I really have to.

Many thanks in advance.

Morning lads,

I need to "work from home" from the USA but actually be in Pattaya so I need a hotel room where the internet is fast enough to host meetings and share my desktop. It also needs to be quiet so no mattress squeaking or hookers giggling in the adjoining rooms. Any recommendations? I'm currently doing this from Bangkok. I know RTFF but internet speed doesn't seem to rate a mention.

Oh if the room is a bit boring that's fine so that I can pass a video chat inspection by my mother.

[QUOTE=Abigbulge;2340163]
Apologies if I have posted this in the wrong section, but I was wondering if any of you could confirm there is / are still internet cafes in Pattaya, I used to go to the one on second road near top of soi 13, there used to be one on soi bukhao, but I believe it is now a Tesco metro, there was also one on soi post office I think.

If you guys can help or recommend where I can log on and print out booking forms etc I would appreciate it. I am due to stay in 'hotel stay' on soi 10 next month and it doesn't look like they have such facilities.
[/QUOTE]I believe the one on Second Road near Soi 13 is still open but I'm not 100% sure. I don't pay attention to internet cafes anymore because I always bring my phone and laptop with me.

If I have a form that needs to be printed out then I send it to the hotel reception by email and they are always happy to print it out for me.(Sometimes they charge me 10 baht or so.)

[QUOTE=Abigbulge;2340163]I was wondering if any of you could confirm there is / are still internet cafes in Pattaya. If you guys can help or recommend where I can log on and print out booking forms etc I would appreciate it. I am due to stay in Hotel Stay on Soi 10 next month and it doesn't look like they have such facilities. I don't want to bring a smartphone with me, unless I really have to.[/QUOTE]Internet cafes are nowhere near as common as they were even a few years ago. But there are a handful around Pattaya, including the PATTAYA INTERNET CAFE. It's on the north side of Soi Lengkee, just east of Soi Buakaow. (If you get to the Jolly Friar restaurant, you've gone too far east. If you get to Retox, you've really gone too far.).

If you're worried about bringing your phone along, you can easily purchase a cheap one on the Bay of E. Search for "unlocked GSM phones" and you'll have hundreds to choose from. When you land at BKK you can buy a SIM card for cheap and get calls and internet access. That way, if all you need is a boarding pass printed you can email to the front desk of your hotel and save having to find an internet cafe.

[QUOTE=TheRedBaron;2340293]Morning lads,

I need to "work from home" from the USA but actually be in Pattaya so I need a hotel room where the internet is fast enough to host meetings and share my desktop. It also needs to be quiet so no mattress squeaking or hookers giggling in the adjoining rooms. Any recommendations? I'm currently doing this from Bangkok. I know RTFF but internet speed doesn't seem to rate a mention.
[/QUOTE]You could check apartment on Airbnb, usually you have a private router wifi with good speed. Some apartment have desk for pc. I always had a good time at Unixx Condo.

[QUOTE=Abigbulge;2340163]Hi guys,
Apologies if I have posted this in the wrong section, but I was wondering if any of you could confirm there is / are still internet cafes in Pattaya, I used to go to the one on second road near top of soi 13, there used to be one on soi bukhao, but I believe it is now a Tesco metro, there was also one on soi post office I think.
If you guys can help or recommend where I can log on and print out booking forms etc I would appreciate it. I am due to stay in 'hotel stay' on soi 10 next month and it doesn't look like they have such facilities.
I don't want to bring a smartphone with me, unless I really have to.
[/QUOTE]I don't know if is still open or not, but a couple of years ago there was one near Tony gym in soi Buakhao. Check the pic.

[QUOTE=Aviator12;2339252]If you want to stay right in the action try Metro Apartment in LK Metro. Rooms above a good sportsbar. Nice large rooms. Big refrigerator, Balcony. Clean, good service, nice and friendly staff. Good food (from a nearby reastaurant). But no pool here. A bit noisy in the evening, but quiet from 3 AM. It is around 600 bath per night in April 2019. Smack dab in the middle of the action! Transport from the airport; try Bell transport. ([URL]www.belltravelservice.com[/URL]) Book online. Only 300 bath or so. Includes the bus trip to Pattaya and onward transport to your hotel. Very convenient.[/QUOTE]OK, I just got a message from the admin not to use "hard returns" OK I get it. I did not think I would get a reply to my post about Pattaya so was surprised to see the one above and thanks for that.

I had to delay my trip due to some banking problems, but am now going beginning of July. But, I have been reading some BAD reports on Pattaya, how dead it is and how the girls there don't even make eye contact with punters. So I am now searching for alternatives. I will spend a couple days in Pattaya and report back but if anyone has suggestions for good alternatives that are not too small town, please tell me. I don't do BKK as I don't like BIG cities. A smaller city that is not so polluted with a swimmable beach would be good. Thinking maybe S. Thailand? I mean what good is Pattaya if the girls there act like western girls?

I kicked out my gwapa G / F after about a year when it became apparent she is just using me for nice accommodations, food, etc and has some mental, bipolar disorder. Getting semi-violent. Too bad she was a solid 8-9, except small breasts. Cannot do crazy, no matter how good looking and good in bed they are (and she was). She was so crazy even SHE did not know why she was with me. One minute she is in love, next minute temper tantrum crazy.

OK I went through this post to try to erase any hard returns, let me know if it's better.

[QUOTE=TurdyCurdyOne;2340762]I have been reading some BAD reports on Pattaya, how dead it is and how the girls there don't even make eye contact with punters.[/QUOTE]It is only dead in terms of punters and general tourists being low in numbers which is great, so that now I can get a seat at my favorite restaurant whereas in high season I have to get takeaway. But there are still plenty of girls around, though beach road quality is dismal. Soi 6 is quite active but 98% of chicks there are not doable due to fat legs and bland faces. Personally I prefer this time of year in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=TurdyCurdyOne;2340762]I have been reading some BAD reports on Pattaya, how dead it is and how the girls there don't even make eye contact with punters. So I am now searching for alternatives. [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Franga;2341058]It is only dead in terms of punters and general tourists being low in numbers which is great, so that now I can get a seat at my favorite restaurant whereas in high season I have to get takeaway. But there are still plenty of girls around, though beach road quality is dismal. Soi 6 is quite active but 98% of chicks there are not doable due to fat legs and bland faces. Personally I prefer this time of year in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]Don't believe the naysayers. NOW (April thru the middle of October) is the best time of the year to go to Pattaya. Franga is absolutely right. Sure demand is down from high season, that's a good thing, yet the Go Go's are very lively, not overcrowded, you can always find a seat, and the girls are at their most friendly. I wouldn't think of going to Pattaya in DEC or January. High season is the worst time to visit. Pattaya in high season is bursting at the seams and guys are standing in line for the sexiest girls and what do you think happens to quality of service in the peak high demand season. Forgetaboutit! The best time to go is when the percentages are all in the punter's favor and supply far exceeds demand not vice versa. Duh.

Of course there are excellent alternatives: BKK is always great, Jakarta, and Manila are a big plus too IMHO. But I highly recommend Pattaya in low season. This is the time I go. I find that the girls are openly competing for my attentions, I can get any girl I so desire, I receive significant discounts on hotels, and Walking Street is navigable (LOL). What's not to like? The only negative are the occasional tropical downpours and the subsequent flooding of the sois. Bring a sturdy umbrella and you will be fine. The sun shines in the rainy season too. Sometimes for days and weeks. Oh yeah, its Durian season as well. Yummy!

[QUOTE=TurdyCurdyOne;2340762]....
I had to delay my trip due to some banking problems, but am now going beginning of July. But, I have been reading some BAD reports on Pattaya, how dead it is and how the girls there don't even make eye contact with punters..[/QUOTE]Not making eye contact is the Thai girls' way of rejecting a man. Sixty percent of girls on Soi 6 never make eye contact with me, however hard I try. Once I decided to challenge such a girl and walked up to her until our noses were nearly touching. She blurted "wadyou wan? After I made myself clear she cogitated for a moment then said "cannot, hab customer".

Plenty of girls on Soi 6? It depends. Subtract the ladyboys, the ones nobody wants, the ones who always seem to be busy with food or their smartphones, the ones who always look away, ...

That's why I find myself sessioning the same 6 or 7 girls in rotation. That still qualify as a great sex life but that's not what it looks to a one who is here only one week.

Regarding the time of year, I'm only in Pattaya over Xmas and New Year because then Europe is cold and boring. But I hate having to snatch an evening meal at 5pm because as from 6pm all seats in restaurants and shopping malls are taken. Thailand's top beaches are booked up as well. Avoid December and January if you can.

[QUOTE=HpHash;2336918]Hello brother,

"Desi" is a Hindi language (Asian Indian language) word. It means an Indian. Lot of people from India visit Pattaya so he may be trying to get answer from an Indian brother here.

P.S: Some places treat Indians differently in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]'Desi' specifically used in northern part of India, many south Indian won't identify themselves as desi, north or south Indians, I saw them not allowed in some go-go, spoils the mood. I personally felt BKK is good for Indians than Pattaya.

We are a couple traveling to Pattaya for couple of days looking for some fun. What's the recommendation for hotel for couple looking to experiment and may be bring joiner back in room. Penthouse seems interesting. Any reviews / recommendations on same or something else.

Also is it easy to get a girl willing to join couple.

Hi All.

Does anyone have any experiences at all with this hotel on Soi Buakhao? The location looks ok for LK Metro activities.

Thanks.

Rob.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2343122]
Does anyone have any experiences at all with this hotel on Soi Buakhao? The location looks ok for LK Metro activities.
[/QUOTE]I took a look at a room about a year ago around midnight but the noise from Soi 9 (treetown area) was loud so I decided to go elsewhere. I suppose after 2 am the noise may die down. I ended up in Opey de Place on Soi Lengkee in a quiet back room for 800 baht per night. Good pool at Opey but I found the wifi to be too spotty.

[QUOTE=Franga;2343193]I took a look at a room about a year ago around midnight but the noise from Soi 9 (treetown area) was loud so I decided to go elsewhere. I suppose after 2 am the noise may die down. I ended up in Opey de Place on Soi Lengkee in a quiet back room for 800 baht per night. Good pool at Opey but I found the wifi to be too spotty.[/QUOTE]Thanks Franga.

We are usually up after 2 am so noise wouldn't be a problem. Comfortable bed, clean pool, drinks by pool and a decent breakfast are the deal makers / breakers.

Rob.

[QUOTE=WannaLove1977;2343053]Any reviews / recommendations on same or something else.[/QUOTE]I can recommend Baraquda Hotel on 2nd Road next to Pattaya Avenue Mall. Kind of boutique hotel, staff friendly and helpful all the time and completely hassle free for joiners. 2 girls never were a problem when I stayed there.

[QUOTE=Zauberfee;2343461]I can recommend Baraquda Hotel on 2nd Road next to Pattaya Avenue Mall. Kind of boutique hotel, staff friendly and helpful all the time and completely hassle free for joiners. 2 girls never were a problem when I stayed there.[/QUOTE]4 girls not a problem!

Hi folks,

Like in India we have oyo, maiemytrip, goibibo etc. To book hotels, Are there localized app (hotel aggregation) in Thailand?

Booking, agoda, hotels are there though.

I see mostly have there own website / group of 2-3 hotels.

[QUOTE=DelhiD;2343984]Hi folks,

Like in India we have oyo, maiemytrip, goibibo etc. To book hotels, Are there localized app (hotel aggregation) in Thailand?

Booking, agoda, hotels are there though.

I see mostly have there own website / group of 2-3 hotels.[/QUOTE]If you are booking from India, try MMT. No one can beat their price and mostly all hotels are available.

Wanted to provide an update on my query. Ended up booking Penthouse Hotel (Babylon Spa Suite Suite). Very Interesting hotel which is good to try if you are looking for something different. Party rooms with poles and different lighting. Went as a couple, booked a couple of girls from devils den and had a fun time. Bed with mirrors on ceiling was an interesting twist with 4 on a bed.

[QUOTE=WannaLove1977;2343053]We are a couple traveling to Pattaya for couple of days looking for some fun. What's the recommendation for hotel for couple looking to experiment and may be bring joiner back in room. Penthouse seems interesting. Any reviews / recommendations on same or something else.

Also is it easy to get a girl willing to join couple.[/QUOTE]

Today I had massage in little finger near walking street.

They offering 2 hour massage for 350 bath.

Good massage. Must try.

I've just bad 10 nights at The Base, not sure if I posted this earlier?

Anyways, I can't fault it. Nice 2 bedroom apartment, 1 bathroom, kitchen and living space not that big but fine and a balcony that looks out over the sea from the 18th floor. Position wise for me it is spot on, on 2nd road around Soi 11. Nice walk to walking street, soi 6, beach road and soi buckao just behind.

I got it from air be and be.

No problem bringing any guests back anytime of day or night.

This is a small hotel in an alleyway off Soi 8. It is at the Beach Road end of Soi 8. The hotel has five stories. The rooms are clean. I got the room thru [URL]hotels.com[/URL] for about B950. The rooms are pretty basic and have a bird's nest theme. The chairs in the room are designed like bird cages. Breakfast and laundry services are available nearby but not offered by the hotel. Room has a very nice size walk in shower. The king size bed is very comfortable, not too hard and not soft. I have the ocean view room but the view is only a sliver of the ocean. Since it gets so hot I have to keep the window drapes closed and I find that the ocean view is not worth paying anything extra for. With its soi 8 location, the girls are everywhere but I find that to be a disadvantage. It's just too much in your face for me. For someone looking for a hotel in this price range it's not a bad deal. I'm just not happy with the in your face location. I'm sure some of you guys would prefer that. Since I'll be in town for a while longer I will return to the White House Condotel. That's always been my favorite place to stay in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=WannaLove1977;2345833]Wanted to provide an update on my query. Ended up booking Penthouse Hotel (Babylon Spa Suite Suite). Very Interesting hotel which is good to try if you are looking for something different. Party rooms with poles and different lighting. Went as a couple, booked a couple of girls from devils den and had a fun time. Bed with mirrors on ceiling was an interesting twist with 4 on a bed.[/QUOTE]I tried to book penthouse hotel in [URL]booking.com[/URL], it looks like it got sold out for Aug. 1st week. In my previous trips I stayed in premier Inn near LK area and flipper house. I think flipper house they don't mind much who comes and goes, I tried to bring a TF app freelance girl, turns out to be a TG, lucky me I was not in my room to find this out or else it would have been a bad experience, careful if you are calling any girls through online apps. Premier Inn is a decent hotel, they take girls I'd card and call you while she leaves in morning, which I liked. This time I have try out list for two days stay, shortlisted penthouse, nemos, LK empress, baywalk, grand hotel, chada Thai, mainly I am looking for medium budget hotels between walking street and beach road, big rooms, may be quite place too. Any suggestion please.

[QUOTE=Ricky81;2347957]I tried to book penthouse hotel in [URL]booking.com[/URL], it looks like it got sold out for Aug. 1st week. In my previous trips I stayed in premier Inn near LK area and flipper house. I think flipper house they don't mind much who comes and goes, I tried to bring a TF app freelance girl, turns out to be a TG, lucky me I was not in my room to find this out or else it would have been a bad experience, careful if you are calling any girls through online apps. Premier Inn is a decent hotel, they take girls I'd card and call you while she leaves in morning, which I liked. This time I have try out list for two days stay, shortlisted penthouse, nemos, LK empress, baywalk, grand hotel, chada Thai, mainly I am looking for medium budget hotels between walking street and beach road, big rooms, may be quite place too. Any suggestion please.[/QUOTE]Hi Ricky.

I have previously stayed at both the Penthouse and Flipper House. I do not think I would return to the Penthouse due to a few reasons, joiner fee if more then 2 girls, breakfast limited, is a bit on the dirty side, rooms are showing their age and a very complicated lighting system (I worked it out after 4 nights) with close to dangerous power points. I love the Flipper House and intend on staying again next February. Did the security point out you had a TG on your hands because I heard of a guy in Bangkok who ended up with one in his room even after security checked the ID card LOL.

Rob.

[QUOTE=Ricky81;2347957]I tried to book penthouse hotel in [URL]booking.com[/URL], it looks like it got sold out for Aug. 1st week. [/QUOTE]Booking.com might be sold out but that doesn't necessarily mean the hotel is sold out. Just try another booking site or even the hotel website.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2348074]Hi Ricky.

I have previously stayed at both the Penthouse and Flipper House. I do not think I would return to the Penthouse due to a few reasons, joiner fee if more then 2 girls, breakfast limited, is a bit on the dirty side, rooms are showing their age and a very complicated lighting system (I worked it out after 4 nights) with close to dangerous power points. I love the Flipper House and intend on staying again next February. Did the security point out you had a TG on your hands because I heard of a guy in Bangkok who ended up with one in his room even after security checked the ID card LOL.

Rob.[/QUOTE]I went last December, so it was a busy reception, no body cares that time I think, ya I was outside the building, I saw her / him, entering without any stopping from security, I think there was no security, she just entered the elevator without any hassle. Flipper house is not a bad hotel though.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2348074]Hi Ricky.

I have previously stayed at both the Penthouse and Flipper House. I do not think I would return to the Penthouse due to a few reasons, joiner fee if more then 2 girls, breakfast limited, is a bit on the dirty side, rooms are showing their age and a very complicated lighting system (I worked it out after 4 nights) with close to dangerous power points. I love the Flipper House and intend on staying again next February. Did the security point out you had a TG on your hands because I heard of a guy in Bangkok who ended up with one in his room even after security checked the ID card LOL.

Rob.[/QUOTE]Exactly, I was wondering what this other guy that recommended Penthouse hotel was talking about, been discussed many many times before very dirty rooms roach infested, many dangerous electrical problems in rooms!

Owner stopped putting money into place years ago when he let his (x bar girl worker) wife run the place, do not stay their unless you like sleeping with cockroaches!

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2348242]Booking.com might be sold out but that doesn't necessarily mean the hotel is sold out. Just try another booking site or even the hotel website.[/QUOTE]Yes sure, I got the same feeling too Thanks.

[QUOTE=RacShack;2348259]Exactly, I was wondering what this other guy that recommended Penthouse hotel was talking about, been discussed many many times before very dirty rooms roach infested, many dangerous electrical problems in rooms!

Owner stopped putting money into place years ago when he let his (x bar girl worker) wife run the place, do not stay their unless you like sleeping with cockroaches![/QUOTE]I think its reputation is its saving grace over the years. I have heard, not seen personally, about girls being naked by the pool etc but as you stated it has seen better days. When I was there in February 2018 the management seemed to be all western. For that porn star feel I think 1 night would be sufficient to tick it off the bucket list.

Penthouse is a novelty hotel. If you want a 5 star luxury hotel, stay somewhere else. If you want a cleaner and duller hotel further from the action for the same price, that's easy to find. However, if you want to have some unique fun and want to be near walking street and the beach for a very reasonable price, the Penthouse is a fine choice.

Here are some pics I took at Penthouse Hotel. Is it as good as it once was? Nope. But it's still a fun place to stay. For a short mongering visit, I still think it's a good choice. By the way, I have never even once seen a roach in my room there. I'm not saying that doesn't happen because I'm sure it does on occasion. But I would not call it roach infested. That's taking it too far. The electrical problems are mainly with the disco lights. You don't need to turn those on if you don't want to. Personally, I always turn them on for the girls to dance and for sex and turn them off to sleep.

I never book Penthouse with booking.com or any other online hotel booking service. I go directly to the Penthouse website. Their prices are cheap. I've not once had a problem with the booking either using that site.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2343122]
Does anyone have any experiences at all with this hotel on Soi Buakhao? The location looks ok for LK Metro activities.
[/QUOTE]Just noticed a sign out front of the Siam Sawasdee Hotel advertising monthly rates of 15,000 baht, or 4500 baht weekly. I think it was a "Premium" room from memory.

[QUOTE=Smoothy;2348607]Penthouse is a novelty hotel. If you want a 5 star luxury hotel, stay somewhere else. If you want a cleaner and duller hotel further from the action for the same price, that's easy to find. However, if you want to have some unique fun and want to be near walking street and the beach for a very reasonable price, the Penthouse is a fine choice.

Here are some pics I took at Penthouse Hotel. Is it as good as it once was? Nope. But it's still a fun place to stay. For a short mongering visit, I still think it's a good choice. By the way, I have never even once seen a roach in my room there. I'm not saying that doesn't happen because I'm sure it does on occasion. But I would not call it roach infested. That's taking it too far. The electrical problems are mainly with the disco lights. You don't need to turn those on if you don't want to. Personally, I always turn them on for the girls to dance and for sex and turn them off to sleep.

I never book Penthouse with booking.com or any other online hotel booking service. I go directly to the Penthouse website. Their prices are cheap. I've not once had a problem with the booking either using that site.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the details, based on your suggestions and gut feeling going to book this hotel for next month a day stay, also a budgeted hotel in central Pattaya for a day, just trying my luck as I wanted to stay centrally. Once again Thanks, will post my experience of staying there.

I stayed for 2 nights on July 11, 12 and definitely didn't found any bugs / roaches there. At check in, the owner showed us couple of rooms (Babylon Spa Suite) and we were free to pick any of them. Yes, the hotel seemed old but to me it's was a unique and different experience that you can try for a day or two. We were a couple, had 2 joiners and enjoyed the experience with poles / jacuzzi and lighting (no extra fee charged for joiners). As somebody else mentioned, it's better to book directly from their site as I couldn't see rooms available on hotel sites.

[QUOTE=RacShack;2348259]Exactly, I was wondering what this other guy that recommended Penthouse hotel was talking about, been discussed many many times before very dirty rooms roach infested, many dangerous electrical problems in rooms!

Owner stopped putting money into place years ago when he let his (x bar girl worker) wife run the place, do not stay their unless you like sleeping with cockroaches![/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Smoothy;2348607]Penthouse is a novelty hotel. If you want a 5 star luxury hotel, stay somewhere else. If you want a cleaner and duller hotel further from the action for the same price, that's easy to find. However, if you want to have some unique fun and want to be near walking street and the beach for a very reasonable price, the Penthouse is a fine choice.

Here are some pics I took at Penthouse Hotel. Is it as good as it once was? Nope. But it's still a fun place to stay. For a short mongering visit, I still think it's a good choice. By the way, I have never even once seen a roach in my room there. I'm not saying that doesn't happen because I'm sure it does on occasion. But I would not call it roach infested. That's taking it too far. The electrical problems are mainly with the disco lights. You don't need to turn those on if you don't want to. Personally, I always turn them on for the girls to dance and for sex and turn them off to sleep.

I never book Penthouse with booking.com or any other online hotel booking service. I go directly to the Penthouse website. Their prices are cheap. I've not once had a problem with the booking either using that site.[/QUOTE]This is a fair and accurate description of the Penthouse Hotel. One of the reasons I stay there is the location: a very convenient walk to Beach Road and Walking Street, and close enough to LK Metro and Devils Den.

SL.

I recently spent four nights at The Stay on Soi 10 between Second Rd and Beach Rd. The Soi is quiet especially late at night. There is a loud bar at the corner of Second and Soi 10 but it won't bother you at The Stay. I chose Stay over Page 10 Hotel because of that noisy bar. The band plays until the wee hours of the morning. The Stay's location is great. 2 minutes walk to either Beach or 2nd Rd. The hotel is pretty new, I'm estimating 5 years old. Girl friendly. Clientele is predominantly Western. The place is very clean. Breakfast is buffet style (limited choices) but they cook eggs and omelettes to order. Gym on the top floor (7th or 8th floor) is decent. Most of the rooms have a nice balcony with seating for two people. I'm not a pool user so I can't comment on that. I paid B1800 on [URL]hotels.com[/URL]. That rate included all taxes and breakfast. Rooms are generally quiet but I did hear the TV from the room next door. The bed is firm, not too hard. The bathroom is very large with a great, walk in shower. No tub.

Overall I really liked this hotel and it is now my second favorite in town. I have another hotel I prefer that is cheaper that remains my favorite. If you are looking for a hotel in this price range, I would recommend it highly.

[QUOTE=Sunlover2;2350649]This is a fair and accurate description of the Penthouse Hotel. One of the reasons I stay there is the location: a very convenient walk to Beach Road and Walking Street, and close enough to LK Metro and Devils Den.

SL.[/QUOTE]I liked it when they had the gogo downstairs and the TV in the room had a channel that showed what was going on in the gogo. You could watch that channel and various cameras around the gogo were trained on the girls dancing. You could call downstairs and ask them to send a girl up that you saw on the tv.

[QUOTE=Allover;2352083]I recently spent four nights at The Stay on Soi 10 between Second Rd and Beach Rd. The Soi is quiet especially late at night. There is a loud bar at the corner of Second and Soi 10 but it won't bother you at The Stay. I chose Stay over Page 10 Hotel because of that noisy bar. The band plays until the wee hours of the morning. The Stay's location is great. 2 minutes walk to either Beach or 2nd Rd. The hotel is pretty new, I'm estimating 5 years old. Girl friendly. Clientele is predominantly Western. The place is very clean. Breakfast is buffet style (limited choices) but they cook eggs and omelettes to order. Gym on the top floor (7th or 8th floor) is decent. Most of the rooms have a nice balcony with seating for two people. I'm not a pool user so I can't comment on that. I paid B1800 on [URL]hotels.com[/URL]. That rate included all taxes and breakfast. Rooms are generally quiet but I did hear the TV from the room next door. The bed is firm, not too hard. The bathroom is very large with a great, walk in shower. No tub.

Overall I really liked this hotel and it is now my second favorite in town. I have another hotel I prefer that is cheaper that remains my favorite. If you are looking for a hotel in this price range, I would recommend it highly.[/QUOTE]Ideal review hitting all points of evaluation for me, thank you.

Little old, but very close to all the clubs and beach. Around 40 $ per day with breakfast. Only issue was to carrying the big room key.

Decent hotel if you want to cover the action near soi 6 for 45 $ per day. Not many options after 11 in the night, but it felt good to stay at a quiet place far from walking street.

Holiday Inn is a decent hotel as such. Rooms are OK, pools are good. The view from the room is nice to South Pattaya. Food is not that great.

But the location is too remote from WS and there are not many good eating options nearby. The beach in front of the hotel is deserted and quiet. Also many chinese and indian families in the hotel so the pool is full of screaming kids. I would not recommend this hotel for punters. Unless you like the soapie massage places nearby on 2nd street.

And I was again amazed how these better class hotels in Thailand manage to mess up so badly with my credit card payment. I had a room booked in internet but not paid. So I paid upon my check in, 48000 baht. The young male employer at the reception swiped my Visa card 3 times before the payment was accepted. And the consequence was that there was additional 2 x 48000 baht blocked at my credit card. Which would have normally taken 2 weeks to disappear without my actions and several phone calls to Finland. How can these 4 or 5 star Thailand hotels manage year after year to fuck up with the payment? As if they were trained to do so.

I am planning 45 days in Pattaya and looking at Airbnb for rentals. I have read the forum but can not find much information on the City Center Residence located on 3rd road. Does anybody have any experience at this location? There are several condos for under $600/ month but the place seem to be fairly isolated.

I am also looking at a condo in City Garden Tower which seems to be nice.

Are there alternatives to Airbnb that might be better for monthly rentals.

[QUOTE=Bogiemaker;2360049]
Are there alternatives to Airbnb that might be better for monthly rentals.[/QUOTE]Have you considered Diana Estates on Soi Buakhao. Very well run complex with pool. Prices are a bit high though around $1000 usd per month. Google: Meow's rentals at Diana-Estate, Pattaya, and contact Meow by email. However usually booked up from Nov to Feb.

[QUOTE=Sunlover2;2350649]This is a fair and accurate description of the Penthouse Hotel. One of the reasons I stay there is the location: a very convenient walk to Beach Road and Walking Street, and close enough to LK Metro and Devils Den.

SL.[/QUOTE]Stayed in the hotel in my recent visit for a day. It's not roach infected for sure but I had seen a bacon spray in the room LOL.

It's not a standard hotel, they will arrange a massage girl to your room for 800 bhat if you want massage in the room. I don't know why but I don't liked the overall setup of the hotel and room. May be because the window viewing another hotel window, the light setup, bed everything was unique. Even not felt like taking any girl to the hotel. But cleanliness and very close to walking street is an advantage.

[QUOTE=BogieMaker;2360049]I am planning 45 days in Pattaya and looking at Airbnb for rentals. I have read the forum but can not find much information on the City Center Residence located on 3rd road. Does anybody have any experience at this location? There are several condos for under $600/ month but the place seem to be fairly isolated.

I am also looking at a condo in City Garden Tower which seems to be nice.

Are there alternatives to Airbnb that might be better for monthly rentals.[/QUOTE]I have decided on the Pattaya Beach Condos on 13 Alley and will let you all know what I think.

Have to agree with you that although its a decent hotel chain it's way too long from WS. During my last trip I stayed at Baraquda mcGallery on 2nd road, location wise, pool area & rooms highly recommended. Was repeating another stay next month but they stated on website that they have to close pool for 1 month for some kinda serious maintenance. Pool, preferably large, is a must for my own relaxing afternoons. Enquired Avani as well but they have a very strict joiner fee of 1000 Baht. Hilton is out of my reach as per budget & most probably will end up Viewtalay6 .

[QUOTE=FinnishFucker;2359993]Holiday Inn is a decent hotel as such. Rooms are OK, pools are good. The view from the room is nice to South Pattaya. Food is not that great.

But the location is too remote from WS and there are not many good eating options nearby. The beach in front of the hotel is deserted and quiet. Also many chinese and indian families in the hotel so the pool is full of screaming kids. I would not recommend this hotel for punters. Unless you like the soapie massage places nearby on 2nd street.

And I was again amazed how these better class hotels in Thailand manage to mess up so badly with my credit card payment. I had a room booked in internet but not paid. So I paid upon my check in, 48000 baht. The young male employer at the reception swiped my Visa card 3 times before the payment was accepted. And the consequence was that there was additional 2 x 48000 baht blocked at my credit card. Which would have normally taken 2 weeks to disappear without my actions and several phone calls to Finland. How can these 4 or 5 star Thailand hotels manage year after year to fuck up with the payment? As if they were trained to do so.[/QUOTE]

Anyone have any experience with the Bay Breeze hotel? Girl friendly?

I stayed in flipper lodge in may. Pattaya was really dead in may, I liked it. It rained almost every night, but I wasn't bothered bc I'm more inside than outside. Flipper lodge hotel looked empty inside, which was good.

I payed a deluxe room for about 40 dollars a day and it wasn't worth the quality. The lobby has no A/C, so you can't relax there to wait for your buddies. They do have a couple of fans. 1 crappy computer in the lobby also.

Pool area, which was main reason my friends booked this hotel, looked ugly. They had cheap white plastic chairs, no warm atmosphere in the pool area, just looked cheap and outdated.

1 time I got up for breakfast and food wasn't good at all, not much choice and just plain bland.

My room was big enough, shower was good enough (no closed door, but a curtain) and no issue with hot water.

This hotel is very popular, probably because of the location (soi 8, which has many bars) and its cheap. You don't need to worry about having a good night sleep, bc it gets really quiet after 2 am.

Anybody tried baron beach Pattaya lately? Search shows me posts of 6 years ago.

[QUOTE=FeelzGood;2364164]Anyone have any experience with the Bay Breeze hotel? Girl friendly?[/QUOTE]Yes it is. Stayed there once. Nice hotel but very noisy due to the beer bars across the street at Second Road.

[QUOTE=Floralys;2375425]I stayed in flipper lodge in may. Pattaya was really dead in may, I liked it. It rained almost every night, but I wasn't bothered bc I'm more inside than outside. Flipper lodge hotel looked empty inside, which was good.

I payed a deluxe room for about 40 dollars a day and it wasn't worth the quality. The lobby has no A/C, so you can't relax there to wait for your buddies. They do have a couple of fans. 1 crappy computer in the lobby also.

Pool area, which was main reason my friends booked this hotel, looked ugly. They had cheap white plastic chairs, no warm atmosphere in the pool area, just looked cheap and outdated.

1 time I got up for breakfast and food wasn't good at all, not much choice and just plain bland.

My room was big enough, shower was good enough (no closed door, but a curtain) and no issue with hot water.

This hotel is very popular, probably because of the location (soi 8, which has many bars) and its cheap. You don't need to worry about having a good night sleep, bc it gets really quiet after 2 am.

Anybody tried baron beach Pattaya lately? Search shows me posts of 6 years ago.[/QUOTE]In February I stayed at Flipper Lodge too. Location is good and the rooms were OK. I found breakfast OK for a 3 star hotel. I didn't like the fact that you had to climb a flight of stairs from the lobby to the first floor to then take an elevator to the rooms. Only used the pool once and as you stated pretty ordinary. From memory my shower was walk in with no door or curtain. After 4 nights we re-located Flipper House in Soi 7. Same pricing but rooms were superior, pool area was great, elevators direct from lobby, the shower did have a tub and curtain which I do not like and we will re-book for next February.

Rob.

[QUOTE=FinnishFucker;2359993] And the consequence was that there was additional 2 x 48000 baht blocked at my credit card. Which would have normally taken 2 weeks to disappear without my actions and several phone calls to Finland. How can these 4 or 5 star Thailand hotels manage year after year to fuck up with the payment? As if they were trained to do so.[/QUOTE]Because they receive little or no training.

Always be very cautious using your cards here. Never take your eyes off the physical transaction, otherwise the result will be what you have encountered.

I'm sorry to hear that you had to deal with what really is a simple task and was fucked up by incompetence.

Also a tip is to watch the money you get back in change (supermarkets and 7-11's in particular) if your change is over 350 THB.

I don't think they do this deliberately (to scam you) they just don't have the smarts.

Not all but the majority of people working in some of these places are not the sharpest when it comes to basic math.

Where I live in Isan the maximum note I hand over is 100 THB, they just can't break down anything correctly when it comes to 500 THB notes or above from what I have experienced.

YMMV but I always double check and keep an eye on things as apposed to being a bit more confident in other countries.

[QUOTE=FeelzGood;2364164]Anyone have any experience with the Bay Breeze hotel? Girl friendly?[/QUOTE]Stayed there last year in Aug. Great location with retox just in front if you like live sports or European beers. Also just 50 mtrs walk to 2nd road baht bus.

The rooms are large but the beds are not the best. My fav on soi honey is 247. And yeah, girl friendly.

[QUOTE=FinnishFucker;2359993]Holiday Inn is a decent hotel as such. Rooms are OK, pools are good. The view from the room is nice to South Pattaya. Food is not that great.

But the location is too remote from WS and there are not many good eating options nearby. The beach in front of the hotel is deserted and quiet. Also many chinese and indian families in the hotel so the pool is full of screaming kids. I would not recommend this hotel for punters. Unless you like the soapie massage places nearby on 2nd street.

And I was again amazed how these better class hotels in Thailand manage to mess up so badly with my credit card payment. I had a room booked in internet but not paid. So I paid upon my check in, 48000 baht. The young male employer at the reception swiped my Visa card 3 times before the payment was accepted. And the consequence was that there was additional 2 x 48000 baht blocked at my credit card. Which would have normally taken 2 weeks to disappear without my actions and several phone calls to Finland. How can these 4 or 5 star Thailand hotels manage year after year to fuck up with the payment? As if they were trained to do so.[/QUOTE]I try to avoid pay at hotel when booking online.

Does anyone have any recommendations for a hotel somewhere between Soi 6 and Walking street that have rooms with a lounge area with a decent sofa?

I like to use sofas for. Stuff. My budget is $80 usd a night.

Hi,

I live in the PI so only have done a dozen tourist trips to Patts in hotels so if anyone can recommend a decent monthly rental these are my criteria.

1. Must be nice with housekeeping near the busy areas of Pattaya. Some place easy to get to with one ride. I pay 33 k for a Condo in the PI so similar price 20 k Baht or less but I am flexible.

2. Must be guest friendly with a guard.

3. A pool is plus but not a must.

4. Want to be able to cook so not a simple hotel room need like a studio room or so.

5. Only want month to month since I might leave in a month.

6. The closer to the action the better.

Thanks.

[QUOTE=LomoBenji85;2377788]Does anyone have any recommendations for a hotel somewhere between Soi 6 and Walking street that have rooms with a lounge area with a decent sofa? My budget is USD $80 per night.[/QUOTE]That's about 2,400 baht per night at the current exchange rate. You might look at the Whitehouse Condotel. They have some nice one bedroom suites that feature a separate sitting area with a small sofa and a couple of arm chairs. The nightly rate might be a bit over 2,400, though. At the View Talay 6 there are numerous condos for rent. Almost all over them are 40 square meter efficiency units that have some "sofa like" seating near the sliding door leading to the balcony. Some are proper sofas. Some are futons. Some are, what do you call them, sectionals? Prices are slightly less than the one bedroom suites at the Whitehouse. But you need to book through one of the View Talay 6 agents like Honey or Dancewatchers.

[QUOTE=Mikelodge;2380042]Hi,

I live in the PI so only have done a dozen tourist trips to Patts in hotels so if anyone can recommend a decent monthly rental these are my criteria.

1. Must be nice with housekeeping near the busy areas of Pattaya. Some place easy to get to with one ride. I pay 33 k for a Condo in the PI so similar price 20 k Baht or less but I am flexible.

2. Must be guest friendly with a guard.

3. A pool is plus but not a must.

4. Want to be able to cook so not a simple hotel room need like a studio room or so.

5. Only want month to month since I might leave in a month.

6. The closer to the action the better.

Thanks.[/QUOTE]At View Talay 6 I had dealings with Condo6 agency. You may ask to speak to "Oil". Nice chap and above board.

The side facing North gets noise from the Central Festival mall air-con machinery as from 11am. The side facing south (towards walking street) gets mosquitos after dusk from the neighbouring park up to least the 8th floor. Floor 14th was reported to me as definitely free of mosquitos, but it more expensive.

Diana Estate (behind Night Bazaar) also fits your specifications. I gave up on them as they could not guarantee I would get a condo with an in-room safe if I booked in advance. A combination lock safe is a must as far I'm concerned.

[QUOTE=XXL;2380257]
Diana Estate (behind Night Bazaar) also fits your specifications. I gave up on them as they could not guarantee I would get a condo with an in-room safe if I booked in advance. A combination lock safe is a must as far I'm concerned.[/QUOTE]Do guys travel with a lot of valuables or a lot of cash? Puzzles me, since when my Hotel has a safe in the room, I almost never bother to use it. Don't seem to have any problems. My really valuable thing is the passport of course. No jewellery. No gold. Travel with old broken laptop not very appealing. It would not fit in safe anyway. Don't carry other expensive equipment usually.

Maybe I don't take very suspect girls to the room, but also don't leave anything valuable in quick and easy to find places. One doesn't leave wallet in quick access to a girl if in the shower. Once suspected a regular girl of maybe thieving a couple of thousand baht from wallet but could not be certain. Over many many years did not have problems. Don't know if passport theft would be a real risk. That is clearly first priority for the safe.

I believe a passport is far safer in your room (even not in the safe) than being carried around with you. Far easier for your bag to be stolen outside the Hotel, even not targeting your passport.

I once had a bag stolen when I was in a shopping centre but never from my room.

Risk in the room is more likely that maid will sample a lady's expensive face cream or perfume, expecting to be undetected. Leaving coins on the table is probably quite low risk.

In general your Hotel room is not a risky place in Thailand, relative to other places. So use a safe if you like and makes you feel better. However in practical terms, the shit mostly happens elsewhere. Even bad police could be a danger outside the Hotel.

Biggest room danger: Pissed off girl plants drugs in your room and calls bad police to raid your room ending up in deep shit, or you get drugged by the girl.
Planting of drugs in Thailand is all too common. That is biggest way innocent people get into deep shit, unless you are Myanmar workers on Koh Tao and setup for the murders.
Thailand's image must be protected though.

[QUOTE=Syzygies;2380272]Do guys travel with a lot of valuables or a lot of cash? Puzzles me, since when my Hotel has a safe in the room, I almost never bother to use it. Don't seem to have any problems. My really valuable thing is the passport of course. No jewellery. No gold. Travel with old broken laptop not very appealing. It would not fit in safe anyway. Don't carry other expensive equipment usually.

Maybe I don't take very suspect girls to the room, but also don't leave anything valuable in quick and easy to find places. One doesn't leave wallet in quick access to a girl if in the shower. Once suspected a regular girl of maybe thieving a couple of thousand baht from wallet but could not be certain. Over many many years did not have problems. Don't know if passport theft would be a real risk. That is clearly first priority for the safe.

I believe a passport is far safer in your room (even not in the safe) than being carried around with you. Far easier for your bag to be stolen outside the Hotel, even not targeting your passport.[/QUOTE]I also require an in-room safe. Won't rent a hotel room without it. I use it mainly for my passport and wallet. I usually have B15,000-B25,000 in my room. I realize safes are not 1000% safe but it is the best way to store important items IMHO.

[QUOTE=Syzygies;2380272]Do guys travel with a lot of valuables or a lot of cash? Puzzles me, since when my Hotel has a safe in the room, I almost never bother to use it. [/QUOTE]I guess you have a Thai bank account? Most of us don't, so we either bring a lot of cash or withdraw big amounts from the ATMs.
And apart from that we use the safe for laptop, credit card, passport, cell phone and other valuable stuff.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2380671]I guess you have a Thai bank account? Most of us don't, so we either bring a lot of cash or withdraw big amounts from the ATMs.
And apart from that we use the safe for laptop, credit card, passport, cell phone and other valuable stuff.[/QUOTE]I never carry really huge cash, but withdrawing 20 K would not be too unusual.

Once lost a wallet in Thailand (my own fault when getting out of a taxi managed to drop it) but got the credit cards back, lost whatever cash was in the wallet. That was quite lucky.

I still maintain Hotel rooms are very safe in general except for cash, and vastly more safe than carrying things around with you on the street. I therefore do not like to carry passport around too much. I have not been bag snatched by motorcycle thieves but could happen one day.

Big risk in Thailand is to forget your card at an ATM, because can be a long delay before the card gets returned to you, long after the cash, where every other country gives you the cash last (harder to forget anything).

[QUOTE=Syzygies;2380688]Big risk in Thailand is to forget your card at an ATM, because can be a long delay before the card gets returned to you, long after the cash, where every other country gives you the cash last (harder to forget anything).[/QUOTE]Why do you make stuff up? Many ATMs all over the world give you your card last, especially in the USA. The ATMs in Thailand will remind you to take your card besides.

I'm not even going to comment on the rest of the "horror stories" about girls stealing, etc. And how do you get a laptop in a safe anyway? If your condo doesn't have a safe, so what?

The best bet for occasional visitors is the Transferwise debit card, which saves you some money on ATM transfers. Leave the Rollie home, the girls don't care if its real. I'm surely not going to wear a Rolex President in Pattaya regardless.

Planting of drugs. Right.

[QUOTE=Nyezhov;2380720]Why do you make stuff up? Many ATMs all over the world give you your card last, especially in the USA. The ATMs in Thailand will remind you to take your card besides.

I'm not even going to comment on the rest of the "horror stories" about girls stealing, etc. And how do you get a laptop in a safe anyway? If your condo doesn't have a safe, so what?

The best bet for occasional visitors is the Transferwise debit card, which saves you some money on ATM transfers. Leave the Rollie home, the girls don't care if its real. I'm surely not going to wear a Rolex President in Pattaya regardless.

Planting of drugs. Right.[/QUOTE]I lost a card of mine in BKK airport just after arriving. UK and Australia, my two countries give you your card back first. After 24 hours of no sleep and the misery of a long wait at immigration the mind is on auto pilot. I got my money and walked just like every other time for 25+ years of using an ATM, only difference was, for the first time the money came first and the card I forgot (this was my first exposure to money first, card second machines). Just as well I had another. As for the other stuff, I now take a tablet or phone instead of laptop and mostly take a lot of cash for the far superior exchange rate in Thailand. Mind you, I'm only usually there for only 5 or so days at a time, the wife would disapove if she caught on. Hide most in the safe and some under the lining in a suit case full of clothes in the wardrobe and locked.

[QUOTE=Nyezhov;2380720]Why do you make stuff up? Many ATMs all over the world give you your card last, especially in the USA. The ATMs in Thailand will remind you to take your card besides.

I'm not even going to comment on the rest of the "horror stories" about girls stealing, etc. And how do you get a laptop in a safe anyway? If your condo doesn't have a safe, so what?

The best bet for occasional visitors is the Transferwise debit card, which saves you some money on ATM transfers. Leave the Rollie home, the girls don't care if its real. I'm surely not going to wear a Rolex President in Pattaya regardless.

Planting of drugs. Right.[/QUOTE]Here in Australia you get your card before your cash with a very loud beeping noise until you remove it.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2377026]I try to avoid pay at hotel when booking online.[/QUOTE]I agree, Booking dot com is bad for this. You never know what you will end up paying, firstly your countries exchange rate may get worse (esp UK at the moment) then the hotel takes the money through their bank to your bank, both taking commissions and your bank applying a b. S exchange rate. One hotel I booked ended up being 20% or so more expensive in ££ when I delved into my bank statement. I sometimes take a lot of cash, exchange it in Pattaya for a superior exchange rate and use it to pay hotel if not for too long.

[QUOTE=RobJones;2380874]Here in Australia you get your card before your cash with a very loud beeping noise until you remove it.[/QUOTE]Well you guys are down under Curveballs go the other way and so does the swirl down the porcelin throne.

But If folks are going to pontificate endlessly, they should be right at least.

Its like the "bar girls are going to knock you out and steal your moneys and Rolex and kidney and passport". With the million of folks who come here, what are the chances of that? How often does that happen? Ill tell ya what does happen, some nerd without any street smarts gets totally blottoed and then into trouble.

Here is a pontification for you, tell me if its right: Most folks who are crime victims in Thailand are drinking, drunk, totally smashed, or don't know how to avoid ladyboys. If you don't know how to act in a sewer of degenerates (including huge numbers of your countrymen) then no safe is going to protect you.

Now excuse me, I have to go, I went out last night and got blackout drunk, and now I have stitches down my flank and they hurt. Got to call that girl I met last night, that said she was a surgical nurse at Bumingout Hospital.

[QUOTE=Nyezhov;2380720]Why do you make stuff up? Many ATMs all over the world give you your card last, especially in the USA......[/QUOTE]Nope, in many places in Europe, notably Germany, you don't get any cash until you've retrieved your card. A damned good thing that is too if I may say so.

[QUOTE=Nyezhov;2380720]Why do you make stuff up? Many ATMs all over the world give you your card last, especially in the USA. The ATMs in Thailand will remind you to take your card besides.
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[/QUOTE]The only place I have walked away from an ATM and forgotten to take my card was in Thailand. I am sure it was because I had gotten what I really needed, the cash, and was used to getting my card back first in the USA. That was almost 7 years ago. Maybe it is different for some USA ATMs now.

The light blinking and bell sound or whatever it was to let me know the card had been returned went unnoticed because I happened to be using the ATM at the entrance to Nana Plaza and there were already so many lights and so much noise in the area it just didn't stand out. Plus there is the problem that the ATMs in Thailand only push out the very edge of the card. If my thumb and forefinger were any thicker, I'd have to carry a pair of tweezers in my pocket just to pull the card out.

[QUOTE=EihTooms;2381041]The only place I have walked away from an ATM and forgotten to take my card was in Thailand. I am sure it was because I had gotten what I really needed, the cash, and was used to getting my card back first in the USA. That was almost 7 years ago. Maybe it is different for some USA ATMs now.
[/QUOTE]I have not been in USA for a few years. I walked away and forgot card only in Thailand, and probably at least 3 times over the years. Does not happen in Europe. Yes the loud beeping tells you to take the card before it will give the cash. Thailand machine can divert to questions about printing a receipt and even advertising something before returning the card. This is a total bullshit thing to be doing!

Also I never make up things. All my stories really happened. There are plenty of opinions to post without stooping to fake news or making up bullshit things that just did not happen. It should be noted that some guys like me lack the imagination to invent a good story. However if guys want to be sceptical about stories on here from smart asses, that is also wise. I don't think anyone will find me deliberately posting false info. Its pointless to play such games. Anyone can suffer a slightly distorted perspective of course.

I believe only half of what I see, and very little of what I read do I believe 100%. Just healthy scepticism, but we also allow for things to be possibly right or close to the mark.

No, things in the US are about the same as the rest of the world. I travel quite a bit across different states for work (and use a lot of ATMs), and right now about 80% + of the ATMs in the US make you take your card first before you get your cash. A decade ago that was not the case, and some of the older ATMs are still around for sure, but the banks have been pushing out the newer ATMs. Making you take the card first removes a headache for the banks when you forget your card; it's in their best interest to swap out those ATMs. I think Nyez is just being obstinate.

[QUOTE=Syzygies;2381048]I have not been in USA for a few years. I walked away and forgot card only in Thailand, and probably at least 3 times over the years. Does not happen in Europe. Yes the loud beeping tells you to take the card before it will give the cash. Thailand machine can divert to questions about printing a receipt and even advertising something before returning the card. This is a total bullshit thing to be doing!

Also I never make up things. All my stories really happened. There are plenty of opinions to post without stooping to fake news or making up bullshit things that just did not happen. It should be noted that some guys like me lack the imagination to invent a good story. However if guys want to be sceptical about stories on here from smart asses, that is also wise. I don't think anyone will find me deliberately posting false info. Its pointless to play such games. Anyone can suffer a slightly distorted perspective of course.

I believe only half of what I see, and very little of what I read do I believe 100%. Just healthy scepticism, but we also allow for things to be possibly right or close to the mark.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Nyezhov;2380930]Well you guys are down under Curveballs go the other way and so does the swirl down the porcelin throne.

But If folks are going to pontificate endlessly, they should be right at least.

Its like the "bar girls are going to knock you out and steal your moneys and Rolex and kidney and passport". With the million of folks who come here, what are the chances of that? How often does that happen? Ill tell ya what does happen, some nerd without any street smarts gets totally blottoed and then into trouble.

Here is a pontification for you, tell me if its right: Most folks who are crime victims in Thailand are drinking, drunk, totally smashed, or don't know how to avoid ladyboys. If you don't know how to act in a sewer of degenerates (including huge numbers of your countrymen) then no safe is going to protect you.

Now excuse me, I have to go, I went out last night and got blackout drunk, and now I have stitches down my flank and they hurt. Got to call that girl I met last night, that said she was a surgical nurse at Bumingout Hospital.[/QUOTE]Good luck at the ER.

[QUOTE=Steve99;2380878]I agree, Booking dot com is bad for this. You never know what you will end up paying, firstly your countries exchange rate may get worse (esp UK at the moment) then the hotel takes the money through their bank to your bank, both taking commissions and your bank applying a b. S exchange rate. One hotel I booked ended up being 20% or so more expensive in when I delved into my bank statement.[/QUOTE]I always pay directly the hotel in cash when I use booking dot com and have always been asked to pay the exact same price than on my reservation.

I book only on day by day when in countrys such Thailand so there is no fluctuation in prices.

I almost never pay directly on the site (and never use my country's card for payment in Thailand) as I'm charged a lot of commissions by my bank.

In Thailand cash is the King.

This thread could be used to warn about building sites. There's a big noisy one on Beach Road next to soi 2 (see map). Be careful when booking near here.

My two cents about [URL]Booking.com[/URL]. Their prices for Thailand are typically 10 to 20% above Agoda's, at least for non refundable bookings. This is crazy considering that Booking and Agoda belong to the same company. Of course with Agoda you rarely get the option of paying at the property. In assessing Agoda prices account should be taken of Agoda bonuses ("Agoda Cash"). I wanted to get rid of cash this month in Thailand. The best hotels could quote me sometimes for cash payment was the Booking.com rate, but it was always above what I get on Agoda. Of course the question is whether I don't later get cheated on things like exchange rates. My credit card is one with no surcharge for oversea usage.

Regarding booking day by day, not sure this can be done in December/January. Certainly not on popular islands.

[QUOTE=XXL;2382541]This thread could be used to warn about building sites. There's a big noisy one on Beach Road next to soi 2 (see map). Be careful when booking near here.[/QUOTE]I agree, building constructions can be a big problem if there are near your hotel / Condo.

[QUOTE=XXL;2380257]At View Talay 6 I had dealings with Condo6 agency. You may ask to speak to "Oil". Nice chap and above board.

The side facing North gets noise from the Central Festival mall air-con machinery as from 11am. The side facing south (towards walking street) gets mosquitos after dusk from the neighbouring park up to least the 8th floor. Floor 14th was reported to me as definitely free of mosquitos, but it more expensive.

Diana Estate (behind Night Bazaar) also fits your specifications. I gave up on them as they could not guarantee I would get a condo with an in-room safe if I booked in advance. A combination lock safe is a must as far I'm concerned.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the info but both places are unavailable for December. Could someone recommend some others or point me to a good site to find some? I don't want to be too far away from the action and I would hope to have a burner or two to cook. Other than that I am flexible and will spend up to 30 k baht if I have to but 20 k would be better Thanks.

[QUOTE=MikeLodge;2383130]Thanks for the info but both places are unavailable for December. Could someone recommend some others or point me to a good site to find some? I don't want to be too far away from the action and I would hope to have a burner or two to cook. Other than that I am flexible and will spend up to 30 k baht if I have to but 20 k would be better Thanks.[/QUOTE]Have you tried "The Base" on 2nd Rd? Or "Centric by Sea" (near Soi 6). Or alternatively rent a hotel room and then buy yourself an electric induction cooker at BigC for around 2000 baht or less.

[QUOTE=Franga;2383180]Or alternatively rent a hotel room and then buy yourself an electric induction cooker at BigC for around 2000 baht or less.[/QUOTE]I've never tried it but I think most hotels won't allow this. Especially when they have a restaurant.

[QUOTE=Franga;2383180]Have you tried "The Base" on 2nd Rd? Or "Centric by Sea" (near Soi 6). Or alternatively rent a hotel room and then buy yourself an electric induction cooker at BigC for around 2000 baht or less.[/QUOTE]Do you or anyone have any direct booking sites for them? When I google most of the places there I get nothing but either agoda /[URL]booking.com[/URL] type sites or real estate sites that even though they show rentals don't have 1 month rentals?

[QUOTE=MikeLodge;2383616]Do you or anyone have any direct booking sites for them? When I google most of the places there I get nothing but either agoda /[URL]booking.com[/URL] type sites or real estate sites that even though they show rentals don't have 1 month rentals?[/QUOTE]I think that all of the apartments in these complexes are individually owned. It could be quite difficult to find a centrally located condo in your price range for what is peak season (and pricing).

You may have to look further out like in Naklua or Jomtien. Like View Talay 2 in Jomtien, or Golden Pattaya Condominium in Naklua. These places have pools and burners. The downside to this is the travel in and out on songthaews all the time.

[QUOTE=MikeLodge;2383616]Do you or anyone have any direct booking sites for them? When I google most of the places there I get nothing but either agoda /[URL]booking.com[/URL] type sites or real estate sites that even though they show rentals don't have 1 month rentals?[/QUOTE]Not surprising. I remember seeing a poster near the front desk at The Base warning short term rentals were prohibited. They still go on but probably under cover of AirBnB.

As said in this thread, a one-month rental in central Pattaya with a real swimming pool at peak season for 30 k max will be hard to find.

Anyone tried this one, something to share? Location looks good, any good bars around etc. ??

Long time mongerer but never in Thailand.

I usually use airbnb in Europe and Latin America but I've heard that's not ideal in Thailand?

What are some good recommendations. I checked [URL]hotels.com[/URL] and it looks like there is a ton of options and I can't really tell what's good and what isn't.

Do we need to buy ahead of time or is the price about the same day of?

I have read a ways back and found a few mentions of the Queen Victoria Inn on Soi 6. Someone said it might be closed.

Does anyone have experience with this place or know if they are open? Staying right on Soi 6 looks fun to me.

Thanks in advance.

Tool Shedd.

[QUOTE=ToolShedd;2384784]I have read a ways back and found a few mentions of the Queen Victoria Inn on Soi 6. Someone said it might be closed.

Does anyone have experience with this place or know if they are open? Staying right on Soi 6 looks fun to me.

Thanks in advance.

Tool Shedd.[/QUOTE]The Vic was certainly open for pub business last week when I had a late breakfast there and appeared to be open (lights were on but I didn't see any customers inside) when I walked past late afternoon yesterday. Cannot comment on their accommodation.

Perhaps drop them an email (address in the contacts section of their website).

My personal opinion is that Soi 6 is a place to visit for an hour or four, but given the general formula of "boy meets girl, joins her in bar for drink (s), agrees deal, settles bar tab, go upstairs, shower, engage in discussion about the nature of dark energy and dark matter (or whatever your preferred and agreed upstairs activity is. All the Soi 6 ladies love a chat about astrophysics), shower again, pay girl, go downstairs, move on", actually staying there holds little attraction to me. Food options are limited in the immediate vicinity and the noise carries on well after my Ovaltine o'clock. Your tastes may of course vary.

[QUOTE=HumanBeing1;2384737]Long time mongerer but never in Thailand.

I usually use airbnb in Europe and Latin America but I've heard that's not ideal in Thailand?

What are some good recommendations. I checked [URL]hotels.com[/URL] and it looks like there is a ton of options and I can't really tell what's good and what isn't.

Do we need to buy ahead of time or is the price about the same day of?[/QUOTE]There's a lot of scaremongering on assorted forums about AirBnB in Thailand. My understanding of the situation is that according to Thai law an AirBnB of under 30 days is a hotel and needs the relevant permits and ability to register guests with immigration (form TM30). Most AirBnB hosts are using the platform for precisely the reason that it avoids these requirements, and so are unlawful. That said, this is Thailand so (I) enforcement is patchy to nonexistent (ii) a lot of the Pattaya AirBnB entries are hotels or guesthouses using AirBnB as cheap advertising (although not those advertising condos generally).

The only confirmed negative Airbnb stories I have come across were several Bangkok condos where the condo management prevented the Airbnb customer from accessing the property because the tenant (host) was in breach of their lease by subletting and other tenants had complained.

I'll write separately about hotels to avoid the dreaded timeout on the posting.

[QUOTE=HumanBeing1;2384737]What are some good recommendations. I checked [URL]hotels.com[/URL] and it looks like there is a ton of options and I can't really tell what's good and what isn't.

Do we need to buy ahead of time or is the price about the same day of?[/QUOTE]Almost impossible to provide detailed recommendations without knowing more details about your trip, so here's some general advice, which you may find helpful:

1) Decide your accommodation budget per night. Be aware that websites always quote the price of the cheapest room. Choosing a more expensive room at a cheaper hotel in my experience is generally better value than paying the same $ for the cheapest room at a more expensive hotel.

2) Decide your preferred area. Properties described as "Pattaya" may be as far south as Na Jomtien or as far north as halfway to Laem Chabang. That's getting on for 40 km. If you are anywhere from South Pattaya Road (the Walking Street end of town) to Dolphins Roundabout (or even a bit beyond into Naklua Rd) to the north end of Pattaya Beach, and from Soi Bua Khao in the east to beach road, getting around is inexpensive by songthaew (aka Baht Bus) or motorcycle taxi. Roadworks on Beach Road at present slow things down from about Soi 10 to Walking Street, but it is still cheap and easy if slow.

3) Refine your area. What do you want to be within 10 minutes walk of? Walking Street (lots of info on here), Soi 6 Beach Road (likewise), Sois 7 & 8 (many beer bars and near Central Festival mall if you need "providers of goods" as well as "good providers" LK Metro / Soi Bua Khao (less looky-loo tourist groups following their guides flag and recording everything on their phones than Walking Street)? Generally South Pattaya Road to Central Pattaya Road tends to be livelier, Central Pattaya Road to Dolphins Roundabout quieter (with the notable exception of Soi 6), although there are numerous beer bar complexes between Soi 6 and Dolphins on Second Road. There's quite a few mid-range hotels between Second and Third Roads not far from Soi 6, but be aware that they're a long way from everything except Soi 6.

4) Double check your area. I have a pal who thought he'd landed a great deal for pre-pay 2 weeks at a Pattaya hotel, only to find that it was in the middle of Boyz Town (Google maps will show you where). Paid for 2 weeks, stayed for 2 minutes.

5) Whether to book in advance. Depends on lots of things. What time are you likely to arrive? Do you REALLY want to tramp from place to place with your luggage in 30 Celsius? How long are you staying? If you are in town for a week or more, you can always book a night or two in advance as a base and then have some time to assess other options.

6) Having decided your budget and area, use the tools available. This forum, hotel review websites to narrow down your selection. There's quite a few websites listen hotels which don't charge for a lady to join you in your room (most of these appear to be click-bait for Agoda). If your chosen hotel isn't listed you can always email them and ask. You won't be the first. Perhaps when you have a shortlist of 2 or 3 and checked the forum for previous feedback you could then ask specific questions?

On-line vs Walk-in rates. It really is pot luck. I have stayed with one local chain (Bella Villa) where extending stay over the counter was 50% more expensive than doing through the internet site I originally booked through. Then again other local chains and independent hotels ignore the (legally questionable) non-compete clauses that the online booking sites try to impose.

7) Write a field report so others can benefit from your experiences. After all (some people's) Good Book) tells us that it is better to give than to receive!

[QUOTE=Franga;2384094]I think that all of the apartments in these complexes are individually owned. It could be quite difficult to find a centrally located condo in your price range for what is peak season (and pricing).

You may have to look further out like in Naklua or Jomtien. Like View Talay 2 in Jomtien, or Golden Pattaya Condominium in Naklua. These places have pools and burners. The downside to this is the travel in and out on songthaews all the time.[/QUOTE]I am not really wanting farther out at all and dealing with travel. I have no issue hopping in transport on Beach or 2nd road but that is about it for my comfort zone at this time. I have found some online but nothing real nice and they are 35 k give or take a few 1000. In Angeles that buys a very nice condo rental so it is like 30% or more higher in price but you can't compare apples and oranges.

[QUOTE=XXL;2384168]Not surprising. I remember seeing a poster near the front desk at The Base warning short term rentals were prohibited. They still go on but probably under cover of AirBnB.

As said in this thread, a one-month rental in central Pattaya with a real swimming pool at peak season for 30 k max will be hard to find.[/QUOTE]It seems that way and I may have to go up to 40 k since Airbnb adds fees. Still open to any suggestions and I will post when I decide to share some info Thanks.

[QUOTE=ToolShedd;2384784]I have read a ways back and found a few mentions of the Queen Victoria Inn on Soi 6. Someone said it might be closed.

Does anyone have experience with this place or know if they are open? Staying right on Soi 6 looks fun to me.

Thanks in advance.

Tool Shedd.[/QUOTE]Not sure, but I think the one closing is the one that was NOT on Soi 6.

I stayed in Acqua hotel for 2 night. The price I paid was $69 USD / and for the Exclusive Deluxe room. The hotels location is good. On a side street from 2nd Road. It is actually across from Honey 1 Massage. It's quite in this area as no bars but 1 I think. Google maps does not have this hotel updated with the proper picture I believe. You can take bhat bus and then walk a bit to beach road amd then take another bhat bus on beach road all the walk to walking street. So its not a 10 min walk, more like 15-20 min if you want to walk, but honestly these bhat buses are so cheap just us it, will take you to your destination in less than 10 min if no traffic. Anyways hotel It's a nice modern looking hotel. The Exclusive Deluxe room was quite big and I did not feel clumped in at all. Nice big TV, that actually worked. AC was great. Wifi fast and it worked well all the time. Bed was soft. There was no smell of smoke or the sheets smelling funny. The pool at night time is awesome place to just chill out. Gym was decent with good heavy weights. Guest friendly of course. They take ID and call after you send the girl back down. Breakfast was good too. Clientele is mainly Asians, Chinese and Korean / Japs. I would stay at this hotel again.

VT6. Had a room at the 23rd*floor overlooking the beach. Nice view of the beach and all. I was not a fan of this "hotel". Once you enter the room, looks very dull. The WiFi sucked, slow, sometimes it worked, most of the time it didn't. Bed was big and firm. Safe worked, had to press the reset button on the back to work. IMO my issue this with place is the look and feel of it. Just feels plain and nothing really stood out especially after staying at Acqua. There wasn't enough outlets to charge all my things. Hot water was working. The staff was very nice and helpful. Don't think you can get room service for free unless you stay certain number of days. Anyways for the price I paid 60 usd / and. I expected a little more. Clientele is mixed.

Holiday Inn Express. Had a room on the 5th floor. I paid 45 usd / and for 2 nights. Excellent hotel. Everything is modern in this hotel. From the elevator, TV, shower. Breakfast was good, good amount of variety. The pool, while not the biggest was still nice amd you could just chill out on the rooftop. Gym was getting worked on so couldn't use. The cons of this hotel is the location. Its kinda far from the action. You can catch a bhat bus from Soi Bukaho to 2nd road but still then had to catch another one or walk to beach road. There was bars on That soi which you can go to but not too many. Also some massage spots. Also this is more of a family oriented hotel, lots of family members here so brining in a girl felt weird. Clientele is Indian and European. Other than location, this felt like a 5 star spot. Everything morden and service from the staff was great. They have a laundry machine if you wish to do your own laundry amd not pay the crazy laundry prices in Thailand.

[QUOTE=FootypjMan;2385989]Not sure, but I think the one closing is the one that was NOT on Soi 6.[/QUOTE]Correct! The Queen Victoria on Soi 6 is still open, I ate there yesterday. The Queen Victoria on Soi Chaiyapoon is closed.

[QUOTE=NahkMD;2389607]
They have a laundry machine if you wish to do your own laundry amd not pay the crazy laundry prices in Thailand.[/QUOTE]Crazy laundry prices? Are you referring to what hotels are charging? That can indeed be crazy, but the numerous laundry shops all around town are not expensive. Unless you think a couple of hundred bahts for washing and ironing is expensive.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2390582]Crazy laundry prices? Are you referring to what hotels are charging? That can indeed be crazy, but the numerous laundry shops all around town are not expensive. Unless you think a couple of hundred bahts for washing and ironing is expensive.[/QUOTE]Unless you are staying at a 5 star hotel, hotel laundry prices are also inexpensive. The Whitehouse Condotel laundry service costs the same as nearby outside services.

Vt6.

Booked through dance watchers site with no problems, they use PayPal for deposit and cleaning fees upfront and then cash for the balance on arrival.

I booked the room with the balcony Jacuzzi (18-659) and it's as good as the YouTube video's show, loads of power points if you need them, great kitchen, shower is easily big enough for two (tried that several times so far) and loads of towels which are changed daily along with the bedding I took the daily houseclean package and it's been very good. Some may find the bed on the firm side, but that's to my taste. View is great with little or no noise from the surrounding area with the windows closed but the drainage work can be quite noticeable at times during the day. Pool is good, shops downstairs are reasonable and there are a couple of cafes and also some massage shops but not sure what's on offer (yet). Laundry is cheap and good; I also have a washing machine in the apartment but haven't used it. No problems with the lifts and security is based by them and takes ID from your "guests" but there is no means of contacting you when they leave so not sure how effective that is.

Looking in some of the other rooms as I walk past the standard seems to vary greatly, some look OK, some don't indeed I wouldn't stay in them at any price. Speaking to one of the other occupants in the lift he booked through honey and got what he paid for and is happy with it but booking through Expedia etc. Is a lot more uncertain apparently but others may know better.

Would I stay here again? Yes definitely and will do next year.

[QUOTE=Allover;2390733]Unless you are staying at a 5 star hotel, hotel laundry prices are also inexpensive. The Whitehouse Condotel laundry service costs the same as nearby outside services.[/QUOTE]This might be true for the Whitehouse Condotel (I never stayed there) but usually the laundry service from hotels is much more expensive than outside services.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2390912]This might be true for the Whitehouse Condotel (I never stayed there) but usually the laundry service from hotels is much more expensive than outside services.[/QUOTE]Indeed one of the 1st things you do as a newbie in Thailand is to stop using hotel in-house laundry. Some mid-range hotels do not even advertise their own laundry prices any more. They take it for granted that guests will use outside services. In Pattaya 80 THB per kg, on Ko Chang as low as 50 THB per kg. One of the good things about Thailand. No washing & ironing hassle.

[QUOTE=MikeLodge;2380042]Hi,

I live in the PI so only have done a dozen tourist trips to Patts in hotels so if anyone can recommend a decent monthly rental these are my criteria.

1. Must be nice with housekeeping near the busy areas of Pattaya. Some place easy to get to with one ride. I pay 33 k for a Condo in the PI so similar price 20 k Baht or less but I am flexible.

2. Must be guest friendly with a guard.

3. A pool is plus but not a must.

4. Want to be able to cook so not a simple hotel room need like a studio room or so.

5. Only want month to month since I might leave in a month.

6. The closer to the action the better.

Thanks.[/QUOTE]The Base is your best option (really the only option too). You could do hotels on Soi 13 and be in good spot or View Talay 6 but it costs a bit more than you stated. ViewTalay has housekeeping. The Base is extra.

Was considering doing a 30-day stay in Patts next year. I was wondering if an Airbnb is the way to go. Anyone have any bad experiences, or a good reference? I'd like a one bedroom with gym, pool possibly a washer in the apartment. I also want the freedom to bring in "quests" LOL.

[QUOTE=Nixonbd;2393461]Was considering doing a 30-day stay in Patts next year. I was wondering if an Airbnb is the way to go. Anyone have any bad experiences, or a good reference? I'd like a one bedroom with gym, pool possibly a washer in the apartment. I also want the freedom to bring in "quests" LOL.[/QUOTE]Be warned that the government is cracking down on Airbnb rentals. You had better check what's permitted before you book.

[QUOTE=Zman429;2390940]The Base is your best option (really the only option too). You could do hotels on Soi 13 and be in good spot or View Talay 6 but it costs a bit more than you stated. ViewTalay has housekeeping. The Base is extra.[/QUOTE]I rented long term at VT 6. Housekeeping had to be ordered and paid extra, 350 baht for cleaning 51 spq meters. You get charwomen for less Paris, and she will not pull a long face because you don't tip.

Air pollution covers your balcony in soot in a matter of days.

I made a mental note next time to bring towels from Europe. All sets of towels I bought in Thailand kept shedding.

I prefer to live in hotels these days. A 3-star hotel is better than a same price 4-star rental. No hassle with cleaning and other things.

The Base has a huge building site next to it. This is a one-week old snapshot of The Base from 2nd road.

Great location next to 6, walk out the door and jump on a baht bus, McDonald's and Starbucks right in front. Top floor view facing the water is worth every penny. Bed is comfortable as long as you don't have a girl sleeping with you, one of those two twin setups that will split in the middle. Shower is weak and the wifi wouldn't work with my laptop. It's cheap in the $30 range, I got it for $27 then got upgraded to a bay view. Wingman says the pool is just ok, not very deep. Hard to say if I'd stay there again.

[QUOTE=XXL;2393958]I rented long term at VT 6. Housekeeping had to be ordered and paid extra, 350 baht for cleaning 51 spq meters. You get charwomen for less Paris, and she will not pull a long face because you don't tip.

Air pollution covers your balcony in soot in a matter of days.

I made a mental note next time to bring towels from Europe. All sets of towels I bought in Thailand kept shedding.

I prefer to live in hotels these days. A 3-star hotel is better than a same price 4-star rental. No hassle with cleaning and other things.

The Base has a huge building site next to it. This is a one-week old snapshot of The Base from 2nd road.[/QUOTE]I'm with on the hotels the daily cleaning makes a difference. Can I ask how much you paid for VT6 and length of stay. I usually do 2-3 weeks so not really long term. Has it's quirks but rooms are nice and big and good location just pricey.

[QUOTE=Zman429;2395571]I'm with on the hotels the daily cleaning makes a difference. Can I ask how much you paid for VT6 and length of stay. I usually do 2-3 weeks so not really long term. Has it's quirks but rooms are nice and big and good location just pricey.[/QUOTE] 5- month rental, fom November to March. 25 k per month for 51 sqm on 7th floor (walking street side).

One bonus at VT 6 was seeing so many girls coming and going. The walk from the elevators to the main entrance is a long one so you had plenty of time to assess the girls before they vanished into the street.

Booked the Honey Lodge in Pattaya, near walking street through Orbitz. The price was good and the location is excellent. However, when I showed up today, the hotel people told me I had to pay because they aren't affiliated with Orbitz, just [URL]Booking.com[/URL]. I told them to stuff it and left. I will have to have a conversation with Orbitz to get the money back they collected. What I am really concerned about are the next 3 hotels I booked on this trip through Orbitz. If this repeats itself I will run out of credit limit before my trip is over.

Anyone else had these major booking agencies let them down?

I moved to the Queen Elizabeth Inn on Soi 6. I kind of like it, cheap and classy and right in the action. However, I just squished a bug that looks suspiciously like a bed bug. Tonight might be itchy and scratchy.

Tool Shedd.

[QUOTE=ToolShedd;2397204]
I moved to the Queen Elizabeth Inn on Soi 6.[/QUOTE]I think you mean Queen Elizabeth's great great grandmother, Victoria?

Hello friends,

I shall visit Pattaya for the first time soon and may stay 1-2 nights there. During day time, I would like to see around the city and from evening onward, I plan to have some adult fun! I don't have much idea as of now regarding the hotel rates. I hope to get a comfortable hotel at 30-50 USD. Please suggest if this is reasonable. Can you please suggest some girl friendly hotels, where I can come with different girls for short time / over night fun? I shall not bring multiple girls at the same time, but may want to have different girls at different time. Please help.

[QUOTE=HungryBird15;2397717]I hope to get a comfortable hotel at $30-50 USD. Please suggest if this is reasonable.[/QUOTE]Congratulations for finding the correct forum. But your request for information on "girl friendly hotels" marks you as one of those guys who is too lazy to do his own research. (If you had made even a cursory survey of the posts here, you'd know that all hotels in Pattaya are "girl friendly.")

You should go back, say, 50 pages and read forward. You'll find dozens upon dozens of reports describing Pattaya hotels, along with prices. You can also search on [URL]Agoda.com[/URL] and several other hotel booking websites.

For first timers, I usually recommend the Whitehouse Condotel, mostly because the location is so convenient. You can probably book one of their basic rooms for about 1,600 baht per night. There are other hotels on Soi 13 that are within your budget as well. Speaking of budget, people from all over the world read this forum. So the convention is to quote all prices in Thai baht.

Had a nice two-night stay here. Comfortable, classy and right in the middle of the Soi 6 action. Very economical, about 900 baht per night I think. And regarding my earlier post when I thought I saw a bed bug there, no, it was just a generic insect. I highly recommend the Queen for its location, price and ambiance.

Tool Shedd.

Spent my first night here on Day three of my Pattaya adventure. The hotel is very nice, modern and spacious. I like it a lot. Location wise it is just across an alley from Soi 6, thus is a bit quieter than the Queen. I recommend staying here for your Son 6 adventures, if you want something a little more upscale from the Queen Victoria. I had a girl come over and they had her leave her ID at the desk. When she left at 4 AM, they called my room to see if everything was OK.

Nice place, comfortable, clean and strategically located to the Beach Road end of Soi 6.

Tool Shedd.

[QUOTE=Franga;2397230]I think you mean Queen Elizabeth's great great grandmother, Victoria?[/QUOTE]My bad, I was pretty beat when I posted. You are correct. And for the record, it wasn't a bed bug, just a generic insect. I enjoyed my stay there, see my later posting.

Tool Shedd.

Was thinking very strongly of booking the Holiday Inn Express based on the various reviews I have heard. Seems like a more clean and decent option for the price. I just wanted to double check with my fellow punters out there that it was indeed girl / guest friendly. Thanks again everyone.

JB.

[QUOTE=NahkMD;2389607]You can catch a bhat bus from Soi Bukaho to 2nd road but still then had to catch another one or walk to beach road.[/QUOTE]The Soi Buakhao baht bus is supposed to take you back to Second Road and some even turn right to go back down Second Road. Second Road to Beach road on South Pattaya Road is about a 1 minute walk. Makes getting to Walking Street very fast.

The exception to this rule and the reason I am making this post is that on Tuesdays and Fridays before 7 pm or so the baht buses are unable to turn right on South Pattaya Road because of the day market. Then yes you would have to catch another baht bus from Tukcom to Beach Road if you didn't want to walk. On many days it's faster to walk anyways.

I highly recommend this place. Clean, cool, spacious and great service. The room is huge, the bathroom as well. Breakfast buffet was very good, many selections. I had a lady in the room and there was no problem, as is probably the case with almost any hotel in Pats. Internet worked well and they had a fully stocked mini-bar that included condoms!

The location is tucked behind Soi 6 and recessed from Beach Road, isolated enough from the craziness but close enough to easily access Circus Soi 6.

Tool Shedd.

[QUOTE=JohnnieBravo;2397990]Was thinking very strongly of booking the Holiday Inn Express based on the various reviews I have heard. Seems like a more clean and decent option for the price. I just wanted to double check with my fellow punters out there that it was indeed girl / guest friendly. Thanks again everyone.

JB.[/QUOTE]I just saw a video on youtube. Apparently this place caught on fire. .

[QUOTE=JohnnieBravo;2400269]I just saw a video on youtube. Apparently this place caught on fire. .[/QUOTE][URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNJSvpVQ8UA[/URL]

Alas in Pattaya or Bangkok you're never far away from the nearest building site.

Fresh big building site spanning soi 2 and soi 3, on the quadrangle contained between the following 4 hotels: Sabai Lodge, Sabai 2 Inn, Mytt Beach Hotel, A-One Hotel. If you stay at A-One a room on the Beach Road side could now be ok. The building site I'm referring to started about 2 weeks ago.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2400340][URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNJSvpVQ8UA[/URL][/QUOTE]Great. Just booked this one for NYE as others were so highly priced. Now I know why this one was ridicilously cheap haha. Altho according to reports it didn't cause too many damage ([URL]https://www.thecourier.com.au/story/6531159/thai-hotel-catches-fire-400-evacuated/[/URL]). Let's hope the fireworks doesn't catch anything:

[QUOTE=ItIsMe83;2406101]Great. Just booked this one for NYE as others were so highly priced. Now I know why this one was ridicilously cheap haha. Altho according to reports it didn't cause too many damage [/QUOTE]Look on the bright side, the hotel will be serving naturally smoked turkey and ham for dinner. You also have confirmation that the fire detectors work.

BTW, that does not appear to be a fire that did not cause too much damage.

[QUOTE=ItIsMe83;2406101]Great. Just booked this one for NYE as others were so highly priced. Now I know why this one was ridicilously cheap haha. Altho according to reports it didn't cause too many damage ([URL]https://www.thecourier.com.au/story/6531159/thai-hotel-catches-fire-400-evacuated/[/URL]). Let's hope the fireworks doesn't catch anything:[/QUOTE]So you just booked a room in a hotel that just caught fire because the room was cheaper?

You don't think there might be some burn smell in the room and some security problems?

[QUOTE=Zman429;2390940]The Base is your best option (really the only option too). You could do hotels on Soi 13 and be in good spot or View Talay 6 but it costs a bit more than you stated. ViewTalay has housekeeping. The Base is extra.[/QUOTE]There are a plethora of options around LK Metro area. Centara Condominium, The Pride, The Avenue etc. Housekeeping will be extra.

Visiting Pattathan after a long number of years. Are 5 star hotels girlfriendly without charge?

Thanks for the info.

[QUOTE=Sammon;2408233]Visiting Pattathan after a long number of years. Are 5 star hotels girlfriendly without charge?

Thanks for the info.[/QUOTE]A fair number of Pat 5 stars are girlfriend friendly, but unlike BKK, you have to be a little more careful in your selection. The Hilton is girl friendly and very loose about bringing back as many girls as you want, but it is not one of my favorite 5 stars. The Avani (former Marriott) is NOT GF. The Holiday Inn is GF, but it probably does not qualify as a 5 star, more like a very good 4 star. In any case the Holiday Inn is pretty nice, almost as nice as the Hilton and it rents for 40% less than the overpriced Hilton. The Intercontinental is a true 5 star and girl friendly, unfortunately due to its location, it is not really handy for mongering purposes. I would recommend it as the best hotel in Pattaya and really great if you plan to spend most of your time with one special girl.

Text me and I will give you the name of my favorite 5 star, girl friendly, beach road Pattaya hotel. It is a small boutique hotel, so I don't wish to broadcast its name on the open site.

[QUOTE=Sammon;2408233]Visiting Pattathan after a long number of years. Are 5 star hotels girlfriendly without charge?

Thanks for the info.[/QUOTE]I've booked the Royal Cliff Beach for 2 nights next week. Stunning hotel. But 660 bht joiner fee per girl and according to their website need to be out by 7 am. That is fine with me as I have no desire to sleep with the girls and have round 2 in the morning. Just my thing. The way I look at this is this: 660 euros is about €20 or less. Can I afford that? Erm...Yes. Do I like that the girl(s) have to produce ID for entry - yes - means no ripping off as you know who they are. There is the inconvenience of having to go through the charade at reception - but it’s for your security.

Have once only taken a girl back, got asked to share some “vodka” in her bag, big mistake, out cold, girl gone after a great session, woke in the morning - phone gone, wallet gone, no idea of her name and as she was a FL in BKK (years ago) chance of finding her was zero. Since then, I don’t mind the joiner fees so much - they are cheap, and give a lot of security.

I notice that a lot of the 5 stars call for joiner fees.

Is A-1 Pattaya beach resort girl friendly with no joiner fee?

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2408711]Have once only taken a girl back, got asked to share some vodka in her bag, big mistake, out cold, girl gone after a great session, woke in the morning - phone gone, wallet gone, no idea of her name and as she was a FL in BKK (years ago) chance of finding her was zero. Since then, I dont mind the joiner fees so much - they are cheap, and give a lot of security.[/QUOTE]I always put my phone, wallet, and cash in the room safe. Never had a problem. One girl noticed I was going to the safe to get money to pay her after we finished. She told me she was glad I secured my valuables since she didn't want to be wrongfully accused of theft.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2408711]I've booked <snip> hotel. But 660 bht joiner fee per girl and according to their website need to be out by 7 am. That is fine with me as I have no desire to sleep with the girls and have round 2 in the morning. Just my thing. The way I look at this is this: 660 euros is about 20 or less. Can I afford that? Erm...Yes. Do I like that the girl(s) have to produce ID for entry - yes - means no ripping off as you know who they are. There is the inconvenience of having to go through the charade at reception - but its for your security.

Have once only taken a girl back, got asked to share some vodka in her bag, big mistake, out cold, girl gone after a great session, woke in the morning - phone gone, wallet gone, no idea of her name and as she was a FL in BKK (years ago) chance of finding her was zero. Since then, I dont mind the joiner fees so much - they are cheap, and give a lot of security.

I notice that a lot of the 5 stars call for joiner fees.[/QUOTE]If You feel more secure at hotels with ID checks, fine with me, seek them out. But I believe you are conflating security with joiner fees. A joiner fee has nothing to do with security. It is a hotel policy designed to discourage punters and mongers from staying at these hotels. Sure I could pay a joiner fee and not sweat it, but I will not stay anywhere where my commerce and business is not welcomed and appreciated. In addition, if your are truly risk adverse and staying at any 4 or 5 star hotel that does not ask for ID check simply walk up to the front desk with your girl and submit her to a voluntary ID check. No problem.

[QUOTE=Allover;2408832]I always put my phone, wallet, and cash in the room safe. Never had a problem. One girl noticed I was going to the safe to get money to pay her after we finished. She told me she was glad I secured my valuables since she didn't want to be wrongfully accused of theft.[/QUOTE]True, I can honestly say that in the 25+ years that I have been fooling around with Thai Go Go girls, bar girls, and FL's, I have never experienced a theft of any kind. My usual MO is to always remove any temptation by locking up all my valuable possessions before I go out. This to prevent hotels staff from getting any ideas as much as my girls. That leaves only what I carry on my person like cash in hand (10,000 baht max), a wallet with one or two CC's, and a cell phone out and nothing has ever been lifted or gone missing. It is always best to take the precautions, but I would say that generally the risk is very low especially with Go Go girls and bar girls. And on the few occasions when I was absent minded, perhaps little too high on Tequila, ha ha, and accidently left the safe open, or my suitcase unlocked, or a large amount of money out, nothing was ever taken.

So my conclusion is 99% of Thai GO GO and hostess girls are not thieves.

[QUOTE=NattyBumpo;2408919]If You feel more secure at hotels with ID checks, fine with me, seek them out. But I believe you are conflating security with joiner fees.[/QUOTE]Right, most hotels in Pattaya have a ID checks for the girls, but there is no joiner fee. I would never stay in a hotel that have a joiner fee.

I have stayed at sunshine hotel a few times. Their rooms are just basic, not much furniture but otherwise hotel is OK for being GF and very well placed next to beach road.

I noted that see me spring hotels seem to be quite nice too and probably don't suffer from street noise like sunshine does.

Can someone, who has stayed there, please let me know if it is worth staying there and if it is a good alternative to sunshine hotel?

Or has anyone got any suggestions for a newer, clean hotel that can be an alternate to sunshine and not too far from beach road? (I prefer to walk my chicas from beach road to hotel and then move on to next girl after couple of hours).

Gents,

Would you be kind enough to advise me if the sea facing rooms in this place are worth the extra bucks and don't suffer from street noise from beach road?

One more thing I want to know if management will be fine with me bringing in two girls for a threesome? Or will they ask for joiner fee?

Thank you, in advance for any helpful hints.

[QUOTE=Oterri;2409135]Gents,

Would you be kind enough to advise me if the sea facing rooms in this place are worth the extra bucks and don't suffer from street noise from beach road?

One more thing I want to know if management will be fine with me bringing in two girls for a threesome? Or will they ask for joiner fee?

Thank you, in advance for any helpful hints.[/QUOTE]The Beach road side is not too close to Beach Road. It looks out onto the swimming pool. Then there's still some ground between the swimming pool and Beach Road. The best condos are probably those fullfilling the following requirements 1) facing South (towards Walking Street) 2) the furthest away possible from second Road 3) on one of the higher floors, the higher the better, also on account of mosquitos.

Even then unexpected building sites can ruin your best plans.

I never brought 2 girls but I don't remember reading any warning about joiner fees anywhere in VT6. If I was into bringing 2 girls, for lack of further information, I'd pick VT6 over any odd hotel. What I mean is it looked like bringing in 2 girls presented no problem. The doorman in front of the escalators who collects girls' IDs didn't seem to diferentiate between resident condo owners and condo renters. Surely the former could not be prevented from inviting as many people as they wished into their own homes.

[QUOTE=Oterri;2409135]
Would you be kind enough to advise me if the sea facing rooms in this place are worth the extra bucks and don't suffer from street noise from beach road?
One more thing I want to know if management will be fine with me bringing in two girls for a threesome? Or will they ask for joiner fee?
[/QUOTE]I would never stay at VT6, the location is great but too much noise IMHO and also I read that can be easy to have a bad neighbour who keep high noise in the night. Condos never have a limit to your guests, you rent a private apartment so you can have all the guests you want, just don't disturb other people.

Stayed here twice before, only big issue is condos facing Central Festival parking lot. Avoid at all costs as you won't get any sleep after 7 am! Loading bays start filling with trucks to unload deliveries and parkers don't stop whistling. Also the above levels are used as parking for private cars.

Ideally book a condo facing walk. Str direction, other than that pool is great but rooms could vary especially interiors as they are owned by different owners.

[QUOTE=Oterri;2409135]Gents,

Would you be kind enough to advise me if the sea facing rooms in this place are worth the extra bucks and don't suffer from street noise from beach road?

One more thing I want to know if management will be fine with me bringing in two girls for a threesome? Or will they ask for joiner fee?

Thank you, in advance for any helpful hints.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Oterri;2409135]Gents,

Would you be kind enough to advise me if the sea facing rooms in this place are worth the extra bucks and don't suffer from street noise from beach road?

One more thing I want to know if management will be fine with me bringing in two girls for a threesome? Or will they ask for joiner fee?

Thank you, in advance for any helpful hints.[/QUOTE]I was happy enough with a sea-facing room at VT6. It was partial view though. I didn't notice any noise (this was YEARS ago). You can have bad neighbors, but that happened to me at hotels too.

[QUOTE=Oterri;2409135]Would you be kind enough to advise me if the sea facing rooms in this place are worth the extra bucks and don't suffer from street noise from beach road?
[/QUOTE]Make sure your sea view is facing south looking towards the Pattaya sign. Some scammers will advertise a sea view and give you a very limited view of the sea but a fantastic view of the brown bricks of the Hilton hotel! Make sure your room is higher than the 14th floor or so or your view will be blocked. I usually got the 2 bedroom room at VT6 with the 180 degree view. That place was expensive but worth it. I think it was 4500 baht per night in 2015. If there is no construction nearby, I don't find it noisy at all on the high floors. VT6 used to be my go to hotel when I first started visiting Pattaya. I loved the location and that it was accessible to both Beach Road and Second Road. I have brought 4 gogo girls up to VT6 and no questions asked. Always optional to leave a girl's ID with security. VT6 is getting quite old now. Keep in mind some units are well kept with nice beds while others will not be nice at all. This is a condo complex so most units are individually owned and you are renting from a rental agency in the lobby of the building.

I find myself in an odd situation as my flight lands very early in the morning which means I will reach Pattaya by 7 or 8 AM. Obviously no hotel is going to let me book a room in advance for 5/6 hours. I do plan to check in later on in one of the hotels I like.

Have you guys got any suggestions on how to handle this? May be book a cheap hotel room for couple of hours and get some sleep? Or may be rough it out by leaving late from Bangkok airport, take shared shuttle, drop luggage at hotel where I intend to stay and go for a shower and massage?

[QUOTE=Margaya;2410054]I find myself in an odd situation as my flight lands very early in the morning which means I will reach Pattaya by 7 or 8 AM. Obviously no hotel is going to let me book a room in advance for 5/6 hours. I do plan to check in later on in one of the hotels I like.

Have you guys got any suggestions on how to handle this? May be book a cheap hotel room for couple of hours and get some sleep? Or may be rough it out by leaving late from Bangkok airport, take shared shuttle, drop luggage at hotel where I intend to stay and go for a shower and massage?[/QUOTE]Have you checked if your hotel has early check in? I am pretty sure they would but it would be up to you if you are prepared to pay for it. If you don't want to pay for the early check in see if the hotel can hold your luggage until your room is ready. I find attitude will help you get your room earlier, if you act like an ass you will be checking at 2 pm but if you apply a little charm maybe you will be allowed to check in earlier.

[QUOTE=Margaya;2410054]I find myself in an odd situation as my flight lands very early in the morning which means I will reach Pattaya by 7 or 8 AM. Obviously no hotel is going to let me book a room in advance for 5/6 hours. I do plan to check in later on in one of the hotels I like.

Have you guys got any suggestions on how to handle this? May be book a cheap hotel room for couple of hours and get some sleep? Or may be rough it out by leaving late from Bangkok airport, take shared shuttle, drop luggage at hotel where I intend to stay and go for a shower and massage?[/QUOTE]Why not just get the hotel your staying at a extra night why go to the trouble cheap room few hours then change. Rooms on 7 and 8 not even that much anyway.

[QUOTE=Margaya;2410054]I find myself in an odd situation as my flight lands very early in the morning which means I will reach Pattaya by 7 or 8 AM. Obviously no hotel is going to let me book a room in advance for 5/6 hours. I do plan to check in later on in one of the hotels I like.[/QUOTE]I assume your flight is a long one. For me I'd get the extra night at your hotel to catch up on sleep vs. staying awake for another 6 hours before you can check in to your hotel. Rest up from 8 am and be ready to start bar hopping by 5 pm sounds better than not getting to bed until 3 pm and being exhausted the first night in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=Margaya;2410054]I find myself in an odd situation as my flight lands very early in the morning which means I will reach Pattaya by 7 or 8 AM. Obviously no hotel is going to let me book a room in advance for 5/6 hours. I do plan to check in later on in one of the hotels I like.

Have you guys got any suggestions on how to handle this? May be book a cheap hotel room for couple of hours and get some sleep? Or may be rough it out by leaving late from Bangkok airport, take shared shuttle, drop luggage at hotel where I intend to stay and go for a shower and massage?[/QUOTE]Drop luggage at hotel and make sure they give you the room at noon. Then go get a good buffet breakfast somewhere (not necessarily at your hotel). Then go for a long walk along beach road. At noon get 3 hours sleep before hitting soi 6.

[QUOTE=Sammon;2408728]Is A-1 Pattaya beach resort girl friendly with no joiner fee?[/QUOTE]I stayed there 2 years ago and it had many families. You better email them and ask about their policy.

[QUOTE=Margaya;2410054]I find myself in an odd situation as my flight lands very early in the morning which means I will reach Pattaya by 7 or 8 AM. Obviously no hotel is going to let me book a room in advance for 5/6 hours. I do plan to check in later on in one of the hotels I like.

Have you guys got any suggestions on how to handle this? May be book a cheap hotel room for couple of hours and get some sleep? Or may be rough it out by leaving late from Bangkok airport, take shared shuttle, drop luggage at hotel where I intend to stay and go for a shower and massage?[/QUOTE]Drop your luggage at the hotel, hit the gym for an hour or so, shower, get a massage, chow down on a buffet lunch then check in.

[QUOTE=Margaya;2410054]I find myself in an odd situation as my flight lands very early in the morning which means I will reach Pattaya by 7 or 8 AM. Obviously no hotel is going to let me book a room in advance for 5/6 hours. I do plan to check in later on in one of the hotels I like.[/QUOTE]In the past I did arrive sometimes early in the morning and at least in off season it was possible to get a room without extra charge if it was available. Other times I had to wait until 11 or 12 am and there was no additional charge, but YMMV. If you want to be safe, just email the hotel after the booking or book an extra day.

[QUOTE=Margaya;2410054]I find myself in an odd situation as my flight lands very early in the morning which means I will reach Pattaya by 7 or 8 AM. Obviously no hotel is going to let me book a room in advance for 5/6 hours. I do plan to check in later on in one of the hotels I like.[/QUOTE]Indicate your arrival time when you make your reservation, and request an early check in. They might allow it gratis if there are rooms available, or charge you 50% of the daily tariff.

I usually have no problem getting an early check in. Lots of people are in the same situation so the hotel has dealt with it before. It helps if you have booked a longer stay vs. One night. It also helps if you book a common room type vs. Booking the Presidential Suite (where there is only one such room) which might already be occupied, and you would have to wait anyway for the occupants to depart.

SL.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2408711]I've booked the Royal Cliff Beach for 2 nights next week. Stunning hotel. But 660 bht joiner fee per girl and according to their website need to be out by 7 am. That is fine with me as I have no desire to sleep with the girls and have round 2 in the morning. Just my thing. The way I look at this is this: 660 euros is about 20 or less. Can I afford that? Erm...Yes. Do I like that the girl(s) have to produce ID for entry - yes - means no ripping off as you know who they are. There is the inconvenience of having to go through the charade at reception - but its for your security.

Have once only taken a girl back, got asked to share some vodka in her bag, big mistake, out cold, girl gone after a great session, woke in the morning - phone gone, wallet gone, no idea of her name and as she was a FL in BKK (years ago) chance of finding her was zero. Since then, I dont mind the joiner fees so much - they are cheap, and give a lot of security.

I notice that a lot of the 5 stars call for joiner fees.[/QUOTE]I first stayed at this hotel I believe around 1984, it had the same policy and fees were applicable, but were less back then. I really don't blame them, I think it keeps their image in place, all guests should have their own level of comfort.

[QUOTE=Maila;2409366]I was happy enough with a sea-facing room at VT6. It was partial view though. I didn't notice any noise (this was YEARS ago). You can have bad neighbors, but that happened to me at hotels too.[/QUOTE]Which floor did you rent your room without hearing the noise?

[QUOTE=Morton219;2418112]Which floor did you rent your room without hearing the noise?[/QUOTE]If you mean bar and traffic noise, I've never thought VT6 was noisy. I would always stay above the 13th floor to get a good sea view. Make sure your sea view is facing SW towards the Pattaya sign. That sea view is a million times nicer than the partial sea view blocked by the Hilton.

Hello there!

Your inbox is full. Could you please share the hotel name in PM.

Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=NattyBumpo;2408283]A fair number of Pat 5 stars are girlfriend friendly, but unlike BKK, you have to be a little more careful in your selection. The Hilton is girl friendly and very loose about bringing back as many girls as you want, but it is not one of my favorite 5 stars. The Avani (former Marriott) is NOT GF. The Holiday Inn is GF, but it probably does not qualify as a 5 star, more like a very good 4 star. In any case the Holiday Inn is pretty nice, almost as nice as the Hilton and it rents for 40% less than the overpriced Hilton. The Intercontinental is a true 5 star and girl friendly, unfortunately due to its location, it is not really handy for mongering purposes. I would recommend it as the best hotel in Pattaya and really great if you plan to spend most of your time with one special girl.

Text me and I will give you the name of my favorite 5 star, girl friendly, beach road Pattaya hotel. It is a small boutique hotel, so I don't wish to broadcast its name on the open site.[/QUOTE]

Is Dusit Thani In Pattaya girlfriendly with no fees?

I believe there is a separate entrance from the beach also.

[QUOTE=Sammon;2420138]Is Dusit Thani In Pattaya girlfriendly with no fees?

I believe there is a separate entrance from the beach also.[/QUOTE]I've walked in to Dusit Thani many times with a Thai girl and never had any questions or was stopped. Haven't been to Dusit Thani for about 18 months so no idea what their current policy is.

Yes there is an entrance off Beach Road by the Thai Airways office. You cut through the pool. Not sure how late that entrance is open.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2418879]If you mean bar and traffic noise, I've never thought VT6 was noisy. I would always stay above the 13th floor to get a good sea view. Make sure your sea view is facing SW towards the Pattaya sign. That sea view is a million times nicer than the partial sea view blocked by the Hilton.[/QUOTE]I am on the 10th floor and it isn't noisy at all. The room is great, big, nicely furnished, and the balcony is big too. But as you said, the Hilton hotel to the right blocks half of the sea view, a little disappointed in the morning.

One thing I don't like about Pattaya is lack of availability of hotel rooms near beach road which have sofas and nice tables so one can try different poses. Beds become so boring after 4-5 bangs LOL.

I prefer hotel around $40-$60 range and have stayed in few hotels like flippers lodge, sunshine, eastiny. They are all very convenient to pick up girls from beach road, shag and go out for next round. I am not a bar or go go fan.

View talay seems like a good alternative I plan to try this time.

Are there any other hotels nearby that offer such simple pleasures of life such as trying couple of positions on sofa?

Or should I just F it and take a chance by staying a bit away from 2nd road where I guess hotels must be more spacious?

[QUOTE=Plan77;2422221]One thing I don't like about Pattaya is lack of availability of hotel rooms near beach road which have sofas and nice tables so one can try different poses. Beds become so boring after 4-5 bangs LOL.

I prefer hotel around $40-$60 range and have stayed in few hotels like flippers lodge, sunshine, eastiny. They are all very convenient to pick up girls from beach road, shag and go out for next round. I am not a bar or go go fan.

View talay seems like a good alternative I plan to try this time.

Are there any other hotels nearby that offer such simple pleasures of life such as trying couple of positions on sofa?

Or should I just F it and take a chance by staying a bit away from 2nd road where I guess hotels must be more spacious?[/QUOTE]Ever hear of Airbnb.

I will be going to Pattaya in May for the first time for a few days and was wondering if anyone has experience with staying at airbnb apartments. There are a lot of condo style apartments on airbnb in Pattaya and I think its a lot better value compared to hotels and you can get your own kitchen and living space etc. I see on a lot of the airbnb listings that they have 24 h security in these apartments, so I was wondering what the etiquette was with bringing girls back, if you're allowed to or is it against the law?

Does anyone have any experience with airbnb in Pattaya or should I just go for a hotel?

Cheers.

FYI AirBNB is illegal in Thailand so book at your own risk. At least have a back up hotel with free cancellation booked the first night. I've never stayed at a Thailand AirBNB but I know many who have with no issues whatsoever.

Condos don't care about you bringing up girls to your place but some do care a lot that you are booking through an AirBNB, especially if you bother the Juristic Office thinking they are a check in office for AirBNB. I've seen my Juristic Office chew out Japanese and Korean people who ask the Office if they have the AirBNB keys.

[QUOTE=Acrab29;2424247]I will be going to Pattaya in May for the first time for a few days and was wondering if anyone has experience with staying at airbnb apartments. There are a lot of condo style apartments on airbnb in Pattaya and I think its a lot better value compared to hotels and you can get your own kitchen and living space etc. I see on a lot of the airbnb listings that they have 24 h security in these apartments, so I was wondering what the etiquette was with bringing girls back, if you're allowed to or is it against the law?

Does anyone have any experience with airbnb in Pattaya or should I just go for a hotel?

Cheers.[/QUOTE]I used airbnb 5 times in Pattaya and never had a problem (last time 2 months ago), but yes is illegal. So if someone in the condo will ask you or your host about your booking just say that you have a booking for a couple of months. I have never seen police checks in the condo in Pattaya but I read that it happened in some condos in Bangkok.

No problem for the girl, you can have all the girls you want, some condo will ask for ID card, some other condo don't give a fuck. Anyway ask to the host before booking for be sure.

Just not make noise and not disturb your neighbors and not make any problem.

Usually there is no cleaning room included with airbnb, so remember to ask the owner how many sheets and towels are in the apartment. Water, electricity and wifi are included.

Read the reviews carefully.

[QUOTE=Banana Boi;2424288] I've seen my Juristic Office chew out Japanese and Korean people who ask the Office if they have the AirBNB keys.[/QUOTE]
not very smart move by these tourists

Stayed in Baraquda on my recent trip to Pattaya, got a delux room. Location is excellent, close to Walking Street and some good restaurants. The hotel itself was OK. Rooms were average, comfortable bed, bad view, breakfast underwhelming, had a nice pool and helpful staff, bonus points for calling me a private driver for the trip back to BKK who did not attempt to rip me off. Stayed at LK Empress the year before and paid about the same price. If I had to choose I'the stay at LK Empress the next time.

[QUOTE=Acrab29;2424247]
Does anyone have any experience with airbnb in Pattaya or should I just go for a hotel?

Cheers.[/QUOTE]I rented a condo in vt6 through Airbnb and stayed there for about a week without any problems.

Skimmed two recent pattayaonline articles suggesting that two new members were admitted. Locations were obliquely referenced but I am guessing VT?

Plus one for staying in hotels v. Condos?

Can someone please enlighten me as to how I can book an apartment at this place which is on a floor higher than 10th floor? And secondly how do I extra towels, I prefer to have at least 4 towels in room so as to maintain fresh supply for each girl I bring in?

Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=Omigawd;2428105]Can someone please enlighten me as to how I can book an apartment at this place which is on a floor higher than 10th floor? And secondly how do I extra towels, I prefer to have at least 4 towels in room so as to maintain fresh supply for each girl I bring in?[/QUOTE]If you want to guarantee a higher floor you need to book a room with a sea view through all the major hotel booking sites. I'd also put a request for your sea view room to face South towards the Pattaya sign. There are many sites you will find with Google that you can see photos of the specific units you will rent out. One example would be [URL]http://www.dancewatchers.com/[/URL].

Lots of street vendors around that sell towels or you can cross 2nd Road to the Pattaya night market to buy towels. For either of these two options get white towels and do not wash them with the rest of your clothes because I guarantee you the colors will run when you wash them. If you want nicer towels you can go to Central Store in Central Festival beside VT6. Laundromats in the lobby of VT6 if you do not have a washing machine in your unit.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2428168]If you want to guarantee a higher floor you need to book a room with a sea view through all the major hotel booking sites. I'd also put a request for your sea view room to face South towards the Pattaya sign. There are many sites you will find with Google that you can see photos of the specific units you will rent out. One example would be [URL]http://www.dancewatchers.com/[/URL].

Lots of street vendors around that sell towels or you can cross 2nd Road to the Pattaya night market to buy towels. For either of these two options get white towels and do not wash them with the rest of your clothes because I guarantee you the colors will run when you wash them. If you want nicer towels you can go to Central Store in Central Festival beside VT6. Laundromats in the lobby of VT6 if you do not have a washing machine in your unit.[/QUOTE]Thanks Banana Boi for the detailed message and also about the towels. During my last stay at hotel sunshine, they charged me 60 bahths per day per extra towe! Might as well buy my own and dump them when done. Thanks again.

The towels I bought in Thailand were a pain in the ass as they kept shedding, even after cycles of washing. At one points towels became my main obsession. I swore next time I would bring towels from home.

The broomsticks I could lay my hands on also kept losing bristles.The quality of Thailand manufacturing is appalling.

When you rent try to get a pachage with some cleaning included. Big difference in your renting budget. One cleaning for 51 sqm at VT6 350 THB. You need cleaning at least every 3 days in Pattaya. Within 2 days your balcony gets a fresh layer of soot. There are no doormats outside entrances.

Not sure 10th floor is enough to be out of range of mosquitos. They were a plague on 7th floor. I was told 14th floor was ok. "Ground" floor (the floor level with 2nd road) at VT6 is labelled 3rd floor.

[QUOTE=XXL;2428211]The towels I bought in Thailand were a pain in the ass as they kept shedding, even after cycles of washing. At one points towels became my main obsession. I swore next time I would bring towels from home.

The broomsticks I could lay my hands on also kept losing bristles.The quality of Thailand manufacturing is appalling.

When you rent try to get a pachage with some cleaning included. Big difference in your renting budget. One cleaning for 51 sqm at VT6 350 THB. You need cleaning at least every 3 days in Pattaya. Within 2 days your balcony gets a fresh layer of soot. There are no doormats outside entrances.

Not sure 10th floor is enough to be out of range of mosquitos. They were a plague on 7th floor. I was told 14th floor was ok. "Ground" floor (the floor level with 2nd road) at VT6 is labelled 3rd floor.[/QUOTE]Thank you for sharing these important details. Sometimes the small things do add up.

[URL]https://www.pattayamail.com/featured/pattaya-hotels-beaches-closed-under-new-coronavirus-restrictions-294066[/URL]

Its as if the whole world is being knocked back to the stone age because of this virus!.

[QUOTE=MeatMan;2440002][URL]https://www.pattayamail.com/featured/pattaya-hotels-beaches-closed-under-new-coronavirus-restrictions-294066[/URL]

Its as if the whole world is being knocked back to the stone age because of this virus!.[/QUOTE]The Virus has taken the front stage before people living here were concern with the drought throughout Thailand. Here in Pattaya, it was already getting bad on the Darkside several of the large lakes were drying up now they are near completion. The last month outside of the tourist area many of the areas in the Darkside the water were being turned off during the day then back on at night. I have a huge reserve of water at my house at times I don't notice a thing but my Thai neighbors have been complaining a lot today my tanks were near empty which means it hasn't been turned on for days!

With the high temperature, water is running real short most of the time when this happens you call your local water truck he delivers but many are having a hard time obtaining water to sell to locals like myself my guy said everything is being saved for the hotels, etc. And that is really pissing off the locals. Unless it starts to rain and rain hard it will hit the hotels soon!

Hoping May 1 Pattaya will open something and then planning using the online action for room service. I am looking for a recommendation of somewhere comfy in the 1000-1800 range that is more of an apartment style hotel where you can sneak them in with out ID checks etc.

Anyone have any suggestions?

[QUOTE=AndoLoco;2446655]Hoping May 1 Pattaya will open something and then planning using the online action for room service. I am looking for a recommendation of somewhere comfy in the 1000-1800 range that is more of an apartment style hotel where you can sneak them in with out ID checks etc.

Anyone have any suggestions?[/QUOTE]Please see Pimpampournpipo's two reports in the "General Reports" thread. Looks like Thailand will be shut down for another month. Of course there are some lucky members stuck there still having a good time. Thanks Pimpampournpipo for the update.

[QUOTE=AndoLoco;2446655]Hoping May 1 Pattaya will open something and then planning using the online action for room service. I am looking for a recommendation of somewhere comfy in the 1000-1800 range that is more of an apartment style hotel where you can sneak them in with out ID checks etc.

Anyone have any suggestions?[/QUOTE]I've heard the Whitehouse Condotel on Soi 13 is good plus you can get nice food at the Sportsman near it.

[QUOTE=SoberHans69;2446788]I've heard the Whitehouse Condotel on Soi 13 is good plus you can get nice food at the Sportsman near it.[/QUOTE]I've stayed at the Whitehouse Condotel and recommended it in the past. But the original inquiry sought "apartment style" lodging at a value price where he could bring girls back without any ID checks or other formalities. The Whitehouse is a quiet place popular with golfers who retire early. My experience is that the lobby is dead quiet in the evening hours. Moreover, the distance from the front desk to the elevator or stairs is short because the lobby is rather small. I'm not saying it would be impossible to get a girl into the place without dealing with the staff, but I'm pessimistic. Finally, his budget is pretty low.

I suggest he consider lodging at a guest house. If he can find one that's open, he'll be able to book a cheap place to stay and he'll be able to bring girls back without interacting with the staff.

I am here in Pattaya now and will tell you that most of these hotels and guesthouses are closed and have sent their employees home. They cannot stay afloat with all the restrictions and decline in tourists. However sites like Agoda will happily take your payment and good luck trying to get a refund. Because of Coronavirus, they will delay for awhile. And if you took the low price non refundable rate, God help you. I haven't a clue why the government allows these sites to still list bookings, when the hotels aren't even open for business anymore. I think it's their way of allowing these companies to generate some kind of income off the consumer and not a government bail out. Same with flights. I've booked 2 flights out of Thailand only to have them be cancelled and not refunded. It can take months and what happens if the airline goes out of business? So now I'm happy just to stay put and continue to fuck girls and get massages every day.

[QUOTE=SoberHans69;2446788]I've heard the Whitehouse Condotel on Soi 13 is good plus you can get nice food at the Sportsman near it.[/QUOTE]Whitehouse is good, but you cannot bypass the ID checks (nor should you want to generally, for your own safety). Other disadvantage is the LARGE key that you may have to carry with you if you plan to sneak past the desk.

[QUOTE=MonkeyPaw;2447820]I am here in Pattaya now and will tell you that most of these hotels and guesthouses are closed and have sent their employees home. They cannot stay afloat with all the restrictions and decline in tourists. However sites like Agoda will happily take your payment and good luck trying to get a refund. Because of Coronavirus, they will delay for awhile. And if you took the low price non refundable rate, God help you. I haven't a clue why the government allows these sites to still list bookings, when the hotels aren't even open for business anymore. I think it's their way of allowing these companies to generate some kind of income off the consumer and not a government bail out. Same with flights. I've booked 2 flights out of Thailand only to have them be cancelled and not refunded. It can take months and what happens if the airline goes out of business? So now I'm happy just to stay put and continue to fuck girls and get massages every day.[/QUOTE]Just like with the hotels, same with the guest houses. I had planned to book a room at the Garden Beer Club or Garden Guest House, owned by the Baku group I think. If mistaken, then sorry. Agoda shows it available, but I walk by and it was shut down. I message the management on Facebook and they just ignored me. Agoda said that it is the management responsibility to unlist the availability. But many establishments are taking advantage of the non-refundable and customer responsibility to check the travel advisories.

"Agoda: Due to COVID-19, different destinations are imposing restrictions on travel. Please be aware of any travel advisories and check to see whether your destination has announced new guidance before traveling."

In other words, you lose out. Agoda will keep your money.

[QUOTE=AndoLoco;2446655]Hoping May 1 Pattaya will open something and then planning using the online action for room service. I am looking for a recommendation of somewhere comfy in the 1000-1800 range that is more of an apartment style hotel where you can sneak them in with out ID checks etc.

Anyone have any suggestions?[/QUOTE]Why you not check Airbnb to rent an apartment? Many condos like Unixx do not check ID cards and don't give a fuck who you take back your room.

[QUOTE=MonkeyPaw;2447820]I am here in Pattaya now and will tell you that most of these hotels and guesthouses are closed and have sent their employees home. They cannot stay afloat with all the restrictions and decline in tourists. However sites like Agoda will happily take your payment and good luck trying to get a refund. Because of Coronavirus, they will delay for awhile. And if you took the low price non refundable rate, God help you. I haven't a clue why the government allows these sites to still list bookings, when the hotels aren't even open for business anymore. I think it's their way of allowing these companies to generate some kind of income off the consumer and not a government bail out. Same with flights. I've booked 2 flights out of Thailand only to have them be cancelled and not refunded. It can take months and what happens if the airline goes out of business? So now I'm happy just to stay put and continue to fuck girls and get massages every day.[/QUOTE]Agoda is not the cheapest site to get hotel reservations. And they never refund price paid saying it is non refundable whatever the reason. Usually they blame it on individual hotels. Some upscale hotels have no qualms about refund if you call them directly. For for last cancelled trip I lost around $120 for one night stay in a Bangkok hotel in spite of Agoda repeatedly saying they will refund. Ultimately I got angry and called. Girl was insistent saying it is non refundable because of the hotel. Then I said why don't you refund just the commission you got. She still said it is not refundable. I would avoid Agoda.

ON the other hand booking through Expedia, orbitz, Travelocity etc you have a better chance to cancel and get refund. Prices these days are fixed by the hotel and you can find a deal all the time in any site. Just need to do some research.

Because of Corona I got refunds on flights and many other hotel bookings.

[QUOTE=Sammon;2448024]Agoda is not the cheapest site to get hotel reservations. And they never refund price paid saying it is non refundable whatever the reason. Usually they blame it on individual hotels. Some upscale hotels have no qualms about refund if you call them directly. For for last cancelled trip I lost around $120 for one night stay in a Bangkok hotel in spite of Agoda repeatedly saying they will refund. Ultimately I got angry and called. Girl was insistent saying it is non refundable because of the hotel. Then I said why don't you refund just the commission you got. She still said it is not refundable. I would avoid Agoda.
[/QUOTE]Is Agoda worse than the others? I had booked a hotel in Bangkok through Agoda, non refundable. I had got the month wrong. My stay was in March and my booking was for May. The hotel said no problem, book again for March, we'll waive the May booking and notify Agoda. So they did and so I did. I mailed Agoda and they agreed not to charge my credit card for May as the hotel was ok with the arrangement. Of course I am a very good repeat customer with Agoda so I may be getting special treatment.

For Thailand Agoda is ALWAYS cheaper than Booking (in spite of belonging to the same company, go figure). It also often has the cheapest rates of all platforms provided you book non refundable. Agoda has a system of bonuses called "Agoda cash" and that is something to be included in any rate comparison. I've booked Sabai Lodge in Pattaya through Agoda at 60% of list price. When I asked front desk about paying cash for more days they could offer me the Booking price but not the much cheaper Agoda price. They couldn't tell me where the Agoda price came from and how it could be so cheap. So I just did the booking for the extra days through Agoda on my smartphone with the help of front desk staff to make sure I was booking the same room. Crazy.

However, listing and accepting bookings for hotels that have been closed for weeks is unforgivable but if I'm not mistaken Agoda is not alone in doing this. I'd say in the present climate booking anything online anywhere is unwise. I'm planning to fly back to Europe in mid-June but I'll need to be very careful where and how I buy the ticket.

[QUOTE=XXL;2448026]Is Agoda worse than the others? I had booked a hotel in Bangkok through Agoda, non refundable. I had got the month wrong. My stay was in March and my booking was for May. The hotel said no problem, book again for March, we'll waive the May booking and notify Agoda. So they did and so I did. I mailed Agoda and they agreed not to charge my credit card for May as the hotel was ok with the arrangement. Of course I am a very good repeat customer with Agoda so I may be getting special treatment.

For Thailand Agoda is ALWAYS cheaper than Booking (in spite of belonging to the same company, go figure). It also often has the cheapest rates of all platforms provided you book non refundable. Agoda has a system of bonuses called "Agoda cash" and that is something to be included in any rate comparison. I've booked Sabai Lodge in Pattaya through Agoda at 60% of list price. When I asked front desk about paying cash for more days they could offer me the Booking price but not the much cheaper Agoda price. They couldn't tell me where the Agoda price came from and how it could be so cheap. So I just did the booking for the extra days through Agoda on my smartphone with the help of front desk staff to make sure I was booking the same room. Crazy.

However, listing and accepting bookings for hotels that have been closed for weeks is unforgivable but if I'm not mistaken Agoda is not alone in doing this. I'd say in the present climate booking anything online anywhere is unwise. I'm planning to fly back to Europe in mid-June but I'll need to be very careful where and how I buy the ticket.[/QUOTE]I compare prices with smaller, non-chain hotels by checking with the hotel or its website. I also check their price on [URL]hotels.com[/URL] before making a reservation. [URL]Hotels.com[/URL] has excellent customer service especially if you are not happy with the hotel. Desk clerks have often told me they can't match the agoda /[URL]booking.com[/URL]/[URL]hotels.com[/URL] even though I was in the lobby offering to book with cash payment. I don't understand that.

One of our members (I forget who) worked for one of these booking companies and provided some interesting inside info.

I have booked Agoda rarely over the past 5 years. I generally use it to research rates in SEA then I may or may not contact the hotel direct for a booking as I have found they will generally beat or match the rate.

For this year's trip (April 16) I researched and selected my BKK hotel, (mid-size Thai chain hotel with upscale pricing) for which I had booked the previous 2 years, Agoda had a very good rate, the hotel did not respond and I knew I was coming, so I MADE THE MISTAKE OF BOOKING NON-REFUNDABLE, which was my mistake (I pushed the wrong button) no huge deal, as I was coming on my Holiday- nothing could stop me, 555.

As time passed, I cancelled my reservation 30 days in advance due to Covid 19. I sent a nice e-mail to the Hotel with a copy to Agoda, asking for a refund of my non-refundable reservation, or a credit good for 3 years for the value of my reservation- no response from the Hotel- 10 days pass, I resend the e-mail and contact Agoda via e-mail, they say please wait 10 days as they are working with the Hotel.

10 days pass, Agoda contacts me by e-mail- they will offer me Agoda Credit for the value at any of their hotels for 1 year, I counter back to them via e-mail that due unknown travel restrictions I don't know if I will use it within 1 year- I would like 3 years. With in 5 minutes of the e-mail, I get a call on my USA cell phone with Hong Kong telephone ID, Agoda Customer Service says they can not do the 3 years of valid credit due to their system in place and asked: "would it be ok if Agoda credits my credit card for the value of the reservation", but it may take 15 days, I agreed.

The following night my credit card was credited for the value of the reservation. I got more from Agoda than I expected, good follow-up, and good customer service. I followed their rules and procedures, they were generous and I will remember them in the future but am not obliged to them in any way. Cheers.

I've had good experiences with Agoda too.

My hotel for the trip I was supposed to make early March was booked as non refundable. They changed it to let me get a full refund just before I went which I don't think they had to do.

Having a nightmare with getting a refund from Emirates though, doesn't help that I booked it through a third party online travel agent mind.

Lesson learned, always booking direct with the airline from now on.

From the [URL]hotels.com[/URL] web site.

[QUOTE]For customers who booked a non-refundable rate prior to March 19, 2020 for stays between March 20, 2020 and May 31, 2020, we will email you in the coming days to ask if you wish to keep or cancel your existing booking. If you decide to cancel, you will be eligible for a full refund or, in some cases, a voucher allowing you to rebook the original property at later dates. There is no need to call us, but you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before check-in in order to be eligible for this offer.[/QUOTE]I'm assuming there is no full refund if you book after March 19 because you should have been aware of COVID by then.

A lot of people don't use [URL]hotels.com[/URL] which is owned by Expedia because their prices are usually a few dollars more than agoda, bookings, etc. However, [URL]Hotels.com[/URL] has a great Loyalty program where you get 1 night free after every 10 nights of bookings. The free night will be the average of the 10 nights you booked.

Are the hotels actually accepting new guests at the moment? If not any idea when they will start? I need to make a trip down from BKK and have some fun.

Not many open as too few customers to keep them open and staff sent home.

Hey guys,

May have seen in another thread that I'm planning a trip in Jan of 2021. I'm hoping things are somewhat settled by then, and have a long time to plan, but looking at hotels. Right now I'm debating between these three: looking for feedback on them if anyone has them. The cost on all of them is pretty close to the types of rooms I would want, so that's not really a deciding factor here. I'm open to more suggestions here, but I would love to have all of these if possible: close to the beach with ocean view, an on-site bar, and restaurant, no guest fee + close to the action so I can walk, or easily catch the bus.
[list][url=https://www.lkpattaya.com/empress/gallery.php?t=fa][b]The LK Empress[/b][/url] - Somewhat central to both SOI6 +Waking street - easy to catch the buy - offers waterfront views, looks pretty posh. On-site bar and restaurant.[/list][list][url=https://www.whitehousecondotel.com/][b]The Whitehouse Condotel[/b][/url] - Father from the beach, lower cost, but looks like rated for potentially longer stays. I don't need a kitchen and plan on eating out every meal. Comes highly recommended though on the boards here. Is this place really aimed at "golfers" or am I missing the joke here.[/list][list][url=http://www.viewtalay6.com/][b]VT6[/b][/url] - Looks central to action overall - pending the room and level, the view could be great - central to shopping. Plain, and some of the rooms look pretty outdated.[/list]

[QUOTE=YyzTravel;2449390]Hey guys,

May have seen in another thread that I'm planning a trip in Jan of 2021. I'm hoping things are somewhat settled by then, and have a long time to plan, but looking at hotels. Right now I'm debating between these three: looking for feedback on them if anyone has them. The cost on all of them is pretty close to the types of rooms I would want, so that's not really a deciding factor here. I'm open to more suggestions here, but I would love to have all of these if possible: close to the beach with ocean view, an on-site bar, and restaurant, no guest fee + close to the action so I can walk, or easily catch the bus.
[list][url=https://www.lkpattaya.com/empress/gallery.php?t=fa][b]The LK Empress[/b][/url] - Somewhat central to both SOI6 +Waking street - easy to catch the buy - offers waterfront views, looks pretty posh. On-site bar and restaurant.[/list][list][url=https://www.whitehousecondotel.com/][b]The Whitehouse Condotel[/b][/url] - Father from the beach, lower cost, but looks like rated for potentially longer stays. I don't need a kitchen and plan on eating out every meal. Comes highly recommended though on the boards here. Is this place really aimed at "golfers" or am I missing the joke here.[/list][list][url=http://www.viewtalay6.com/][b]VT6[/b][/url] - Looks central to action overall - pending the room and level, the view could be great - central to shopping. Plain, and some of the rooms look pretty outdated.[/list][/QUOTE]Your facts are correct. I just want to add a few things:

VT6 has a great location but reports here suggest to read room reviews before booking. Some of the units have become rundown. People here often book VT6 using [URL]dancewatchers.com[/URL]. I have never used them. The unit I visited was very nice with a great ocean view.

LK Empress is right on Beach Road. You are right at the water but that area can get noisy. It is a 4-5 minute walk to Second Road. Second Road has malls, banks, restaurants, etc. You will use Second Road to catch a baht bus to go in the direction away from walking street I. E. Central Festival Mall, Terminal 21.

Whitehouse Condotel: This has been my go to place for years. Yes it's farther from the beach but it is only a 2-3 minute walk to the beach and a 30 second walk to Second Rd. Outstanding location IMHO. Whitehouse clientele is older white guys mostly from UK, Australia, and a few Americans. The hotel arranges golf outings daily for its guests so that is not a joke. I don't play golf. It is girl friendly of course. Girls IDs are kept at the front desk and they will call you before they return her ID to make sure you are ok. I really like this place but I would not recommend it to a 20 or 30 year old as they may find it too quiet. There is a very small bar in the lobby but it is very quiet.

Your three choices are all good and in great locations.

[QUOTE=YyzTravel;2449390]Hey guys,

May have seen in another thread that I'm planning a trip in Jan of 2021. I'm hoping things are somewhat settled by then, and have a long time to plan, but looking at hotels. [/QUOTE]If you are looking for somewhere walking distance to everywhere, as opposed to within one specific area, I found The Scenery just off Second Road to be good. Lots of food, shops and casual bars nearby and an easy walk or Baht Bus to all the fun areas.

Enjoy. G.

[QUOTE=YyzTravel;2449390]I'm open to more suggestions here, but I would love to have all of these if possible: close to the beach with ocean view; an on-site bar and restaurant; no guest fee; and close to the action.[/QUOTE]"Close to the beach," is anything on the west side of Second Road, if you ask me. Sea views are harder to come by than proximity. If that's a must for you, rent a condo on the SOUTH side of the View Talay 6. Having a restaurant and bar "onsite" is overrated. Nobody on vacation in Pattaya drinks at their hotel, and they seldom eat there. (Unless it's the free breakfast buffet.) Food delivery is available from dozens and dozens of places. Pattaya is VERY compact and dense -- especially the central part that caters to tourists. Even if you don't like to walk, you can find a bar or a place to eat just steps away from wherever you stay. Don't forget the roving food carts. Seriously, you won't ever have to make an effort to find a drink or a nosh. The default value is NO joiner fee.
[LIST][url=https://www.lkpattaya.com/empress/gallery.php?t=fa][b]The LK Empress[/b][/url] - Never stayed there. But the location is good.[/LIST][LIST][url=https://www.whitehousecondotel.com/][b]The Whitehouse Condotel[/b][/url] - Yes, there are really lots of golfers who stay there. As in English-speaking gents who tend to retire before midnight and get up early to dine in the tiny dining room. But naughty boys are welcome as well. Just know it isn't a hair-on-fire kinda place. But that's a good thing. When it's time to sleep, dull is good. If you're new to Pattaya, the Whitehouse location cannot be beat. You can easily walk to the LK Metro area. You can catch a baht bus headed north on Second Road to Soi 6 in even less time. You can walk to Beach Road and catch a baht bus headed south to Walking Street. The legendary Lek Hotel breakfast buffet is literally across the street. The Sportsman Pub is two doors down. There is a laundry within steps of the front door. Downsides: Rooms have no ocean view. Rooftop pool is on the small side.[/LIST][LIST][url=http://www.viewtalay6.com/][b]VT6[/b][/url] - More difficult to book because you have to go through a rental agent. Rooms vary considerably in opulence and price. Huge high rise place. Lobby features a couple of convenience stores and a tiny restaurant. On the other hand, the location is just as convenient as the Whitehouse. Even better, the VT6 is directly across the street from the Made In Thailand Beer bar complex, which connects to Tree Town and Soi Buakao. Very handy. Even if you're not look to pick up girls in the beers bars, they are still great places to either start or finish you evening. If you go this route, I can personally recommend Dancewatchers.[/LIST]

[QUOTE=Bunky;2449518][LIST][url=http://www.viewtalay6.com/][b]VT6[/b][/url] - More difficult to book because you have to go through a rental agent. Rooms vary considerably in opulence and price. Huge high rise place. Lobby features a couple of convenience stores and a tiny restaurant. On the other hand, the location is just as convenient as the Whitehouse. Even better, the VT6 is directly across the street from the Made In Thailand Beer bar complex, which connects to Tree Town and Soi Buakao. Very handy. Even if you're not look to pick up girls in the beers bars, they are still great places to either start or finish you evening. If you go this route, I can personally recommend Dancewatchers.[/LIST][/QUOTE]Does VT6 have a joiner fee? Do they take the girls ID at the front desk like Whitehouse does?

[QUOTE=YyzTravel;2449390][list][url=https://www.lkpattaya.com/empress/gallery.php?t=fa][b]The LK Empress[/b][/url] - Somewhat central to both SOI6 +Waking street - easy to catch the buy - offers waterfront views, looks pretty posh. On-site bar and restaurant.[/list][/QUOTE]LK Empress was a very good place except for 2 problems in my room. First, the floor was so highly polished that it was dangerously slippery. Wearing socks was not safe. Second, the shower would not maintain a constant temperature, it would cycle up and down with a period of about 20 seconds. This was a problem at all times of the day so not related to neighbors taking showers. Perhaps the fault of a controller problem on a tankless water heater.

[QUOTE=YyzTravel;2449626]Does VT6 have a joiner fee? Do they take the girls ID at the front desk like Whitehouse does?[/QUOTE]Again, the default practice at 99% of the hotels is *NO* joiner fee, at least for the first girl. Some hotels impose a charge for two girls or more.

The View Talay 6 doesn't have a front desk, just a giant lobby with shops and the condo's management office (open only during the day). In front of the elevators there are two or three security guys and a small freestanding desk. Mostly, they just make sure the elevators are running smoothly by directing people to the next available car. But if you like, they will check the ID of your girl. I find this practice reassuring and think everybody should cooperate. But if you don't, I'm sure you could get your girl up to your room without too much trouble.

Try to make reservations online on their website, its shows that they are fully booked until end of August. Is the hotel is open? I try to call them but nobody answer the phone. Any help will be highly appreciated. Cheers.

[QUOTE=LoveSex22;2462799]Try to make reservations online on their website, its shows that they are fully booked until end of August. Is the hotel is open? I try to call them but nobody answer the phone. Any help will be highly appreciated. Cheers.[/QUOTE]Eastiny has a number of places on Soi 7-8 which one are you refering to? I plan to go out later let me know I will stop by and take a look?

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan;2462805]Eastiny has a number of places on Soi 7-8 which one are you refering to? I plan to go out later let me know I will stop by and take a look?[/QUOTE]Its on soi 8. Name is eastiny place. Its almost near the end of the street, if coming from beach road its on the right side, its little hidden because have their parking lot in front of the lobby. I really appreciate your help.

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[QUOTE=LoveSex22;2462799]Try to make reservations online on their website, its shows that they are fully booked until end of August. Is the hotel is open? I try to call them but nobody answer the phone. Any help will be highly appreciated. Cheers.[/QUOTE]The company's website shows no availability at any of the Eastiny hotels in August. That together with the phone being unanswered would indicate that they almost certainly all remain closed.

If you are not already in Thailand I would suggest reading up on the border closure - yesterday's EU announcement of allowing visitors in from Thailand does not mean Thailand has or will reopen the borders in time for August.

[QUOTE=GettingFedUp;2462823]The company's website shows no availability at any of the Eastiny hotels in August. That together with the phone being unanswered would indicate that they almost certainly all remain closed.

If you are not already in Thailand I would suggest reading up on the border closure - yesterday's EU announcement of allowing visitors in from Thailand does not mean Thailand has or will reopen the borders in time for August.[/QUOTE]That's what I suspected that they are closed. No I am in Bangkok now, just wanted a change. Any other hotels can you recommend around that area with a big swimming pool. And nice clean rooms? How many precent of the hotels are closed in Pattaya you think??

[QUOTE=LoveSex22;2462834]Thats what I suspected that they are closed. No I am in Bangkok now, just wanted a change. Any other hotels can you recommend around that area with a big swimming pool. And nice clean rooms? How many precent of the hotels are closed in Pattaya you think??[/QUOTE]I'd say 90%. You'd have a better chance with condos. Like View Talay 6. That is definitely not closed.

[QUOTE=LoveSex22;2462834]Thats what I suspected that they are closed. No I am in Bangkok now, just wanted a change. Any other hotels can you recommend around that area with a big swimming pool. And nice clean rooms? How many precent of the hotels are closed in Pattaya you think??[/QUOTE]Just to confirm Eastiny is closed but there are a few pages I noticed are opened, across the Soi High Five seem opened, Lek, Soi 10 near 2nd Road Page hotel, old Marriott now called Avani, Soi Baukhao Sotus seem open so is Holiday Inn Express.

Good luck.

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan;2462899]Just to confirm Eastiny is closed but there are a few pages I noticed are opened, across the Soi High Five seem opened, Lek, Soi 10 near 2nd Road Page hotel, old Marriott now called Avani, Soi Baukhao Sotus seem open so is Holiday Inn Express.

Good luck.[/QUOTE]I had a mail from Eastiny Place because I have a booking in late August and want to postpone my dates. They say, open up in July.

[QUOTE=Ozzydio;2462921]I had a mail from Eastiny Place because I have a booking in late August and want to postpone my dates. They say, open up in July.[/QUOTE]As of last night at 9:30 pm when I went by lights out tape across entrance for the Eastiny on Soi 7 and 8, it was only the 1st I wouldn't be surprised if they started to open including Eastiny.

I'm from India, I have booked several times in Agoda. One of the time, I booked a hotel & it was way to bad way too inside the main road unable to travel so I told I would like to cancel it since I was travelling with kids but they said they cannot do anything. They kept on saying they are helpless. There is not more time it happened the same. Recent time I have booked a hotels through OYO which is also like Agoda, I called up the hotel but they said they need medical certificate if I need to stay, I have cancelled & moved on. I always try to cross check before stepping in. Thanks for sharing.

[QUOTE=StLouisMo2010;2448071]I have booked Agoda rarely over the past 5 years. I generally use it to research rates in SEA then I may or may not contact the hotel direct for a booking as I have found they will generally beat or match the rate.

For this year's trip (April 16) I researched and selected my BKK hotel, (mid-size Thai chain hotel with upscale pricing) for which I had booked the previous 2 years, Agoda had a very good rate, the hotel did not respond and I knew I was coming, so I MADE THE MISTAKE OF BOOKING NON-REFUNDABLE, which was my mistake (I pushed the wrong button) no huge deal, as I was coming on my Holiday- nothing could stop me, 555.

As time passed, I cancelled my reservation 30 days in advance due to Covid 19. I sent a nice e-mail to the Hotel with a copy to Agoda, asking for a refund of my non-refundable reservation, or a credit good for 3 years for the value of my reservation- no response from the Hotel- 10 days pass, I resend the e-mail and contact Agoda via e-mail, they say please wait 10 days as they are working with the Hotel.[/QUOTE]

Hello everyone how are you all? I am a traveler and want to visit Pattaya so could you please tell me the normal budget hotels in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=UweHertzog459;2514609]Hello everyone how are you all? I am a traveler and want to visit Pattaya so could you please tell me the normal budget hotels in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]From other posts you don't seem to be endearing yourself to posters. This request doesn't help your standing.

Normal budget hotels? Discuss.

[QUOTE=UweHertzog459;2514609]Hello everyone how are you all? I am a traveler and want to visit Pattaya so could you please tell me the normal budget hotels in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]How are you going to get their? You have a tunnel or something we all don't know about? Any and all information would be greatly appreciated, as far as hotel goes I have a shit load for you, I'll pm them to you bud! Safe travels!

Agoda gets you very good rates even breakfast thrown in. Non refundable rates are the best. But good luck cancelling and getting refunds because of covid. For my last trip in March- April I had booked 5 upscale hotels. Got refunds from four except one in Bangkok. When I called Agoda the girl told me that it is very difficult to get a refund from some hotels in Thailand whatever the reason. I was expecting to loose money on all of them.

Got credit to use from Airlines including Air Asia that is if Air Asia is still in business.

[QUOTE=UweHertzog459;2514609]I want to visit Pattaya so could you please tell me the normal budget hotels.[/QUOTE]First, as others have noted, inquiries about lodging in Pattaya are academic at this juncture. It's going to be a LONG time before it's possible to easily visit Thailand from abroad. I could set down a ringing endorsement of the Grand Sea Breeze Tower and Suites, but it could go out of business by the time the borders are open again.

Second, there is an amazing variety of lodging in Pattaya. If you want to splash out, there are five star hotels with ocean views. If you're a Cheap Charlie, there are rooms with a fan on the east side of town. And everything in between. You need to provide more detail about your budget and your preferences. Your demand for information about "normal budget hotels" is meaningless.

Third, if you've never been to Pattaya (and I'm assuming you have not) you don't know what you don't know. Go back in this forum and read the last 100 pages. Google the lodging that strikes your fancy. Look at the photos. Do some map study. Get a sense of how the city is laid out. Make a list of candidates. If at that point you have SPECIFIC questions, put them to the group.

In other words:

[URL]https://idioms.thefreedictionary.com[/URL] E+fucking+FAQ!

[QUOTE=UweHertzog459;2514609]Hello everyone how are you all? I am a traveler and want to visit Pattaya so could you please tell me the normal budget hotels in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]There are well over 1000 hotels and guest houses in Pattaya's "tourist" area. You can stay for as little as 250 baht per night, with AC. No idea what budget is for you. 250 baht? 2500 baht? 25,000 baht? Want a popular 5 star hotel many guys from ISG stay? Baraquda on 2nd Road is only 1500 baht per night now. Less than half of pre-COVID pricing. Bali Hai a 4.5 star hotel right beside Walking Street is 1175 baht per night!

Unless it's a true high season like Xmas, New Year's Eve, or China's Golden Week, booking a Pattaya hotel is an afterthought because there are so many. Moving forward I doubt there will be another high season anyways for years to come. Even pre-COVID there was a lot of complaints from the locals that high season has disappeared. I know guys who are frequent visitors to Bangkok and Pattaya and never book a hotel more than 2 or 3 days in advance at a time. They prefer to move around the cities and hit local area bars.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2514820]There are well over 1000 hotels and guest houses in Pattaya's "tourist" area. You can stay for as little as 250 baht per night, with AC. No idea what budget is for you. 250 baht? 2500 baht? 25,000 baht? Want a popular 5 star hotel many guys from ISG stay? Baraquda on 2nd Road is only 1500 baht per night now. Less than half of pre-COVID pricing. Bali Hai a 4.5 star hotel right beside Walking Street is 1175 baht per night!

Unless it's a true high season like Xmas, New Year's Eve, or China's Golden Week, booking a Pattaya hotel is an afterthought because there are so many. Moving forward I doubt there will be another high season anyways for years to come. Even pre-COVID there was a lot of complaints from the locals that high season has disappeared. I know guys who are frequent visitors to Bangkok and Pattaya and never book a hotel more than 2 or 3 days in advance at a time. They prefer to move around the cities and hit local area bars.[/QUOTE]Right now I'd definitely want to stay on Bukhao, near LK if you like being in the middle of the action. Also has most or all of its restaurants open, bars open, girls walking around etc. Bunch of great options for 1 k or less a night in that area. I recently stayed at the Oakwood jouneyhub on bukhao 15 that will give you a rate of 650-750 if you walk in, but can be advertised online as 1 k some days. Easy 5 min walk to boomerang and LK. Didn't even need to take taxi home with a girl some days.

Is anyone able to recommend Party Hotels like the Hotel Indigo or The W?

I'm only familiar with Western Hotels and I stayed at Hilton Pattaya last year. While I enjoyed the hotel it was too quiet and way too formal.

Finally let go of my last $16 bucks of Agoda cash. Monkeypaw had about $150 of Agoda cash that was going to expire this month. The condo that I have been at in Pattaya is not listed on Agoda. So instead of letting all the free cash expire (May 4), I broke it up into little blocks and booked 14 different rooms (not hotels or guesthouses) owned by locals, all over Pattaya and Bangkok. Of course I never checked in. Just a simple message "Keep the money as a gift. No check in. " My remaining balance to expire now is $2, without me having to spend any of my own money. Pretty hard to get it to 0. Anyways, just in case anybody feels generous to make it Christmas time in Spring.

Does anyone have any opinion on this hotel? Looking for somewhere close that also has a restaurant (any kind) inside it.

[URL]https://g.page/TheBeverlyHotelPattaya?share[/URL]

[URL]https://goo.gl/maps/hn1CPxRBjsvGSL786[/URL]

Or if anyone has other suggestions for a place in the area, let me know. Been going through a bunch in the area that have their rates posted online and a decent contact form if I have questions and these two look OK to me.

Anyone know if it is normal for hotels to have facilities for guests to do their laundry? Call me wet behind the ears but I've never traveled to a hotel before. Been to an all inclusive, but not an actual hotel.

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2579080]Does anyone have any opinion on this hotel? Looking for somewhere close that also has a restaurant (any kind) inside it.

[URL]https://g.page/TheBeverlyHotelPattaya?share[/URL]

[URL]https://goo.gl/maps/hn1CPxRBjsvGSL786[/URL]

Or if anyone has other suggestions for a place in the area, let me know. Been going through a bunch in the area that have their rates posted online and a decent contact form if I have questions and these two look OK to me.

Anyone know if it is normal for hotels to have facilities for guests to do their laundry? Call me wet behind the ears but I've never traveled to a hotel before. Been to an all inclusive, but not an actual hotel.[/QUOTE]I don't know what attracts you to that area as it is off the beaten path, especially now that Walking Street is a ghost town. I'the rather stay nearby LK Metro (plenty of hotels in a range of 2/400 meters from it. Take as a reference Areca Lodge and browse from there, soi Honey, soi Lengkee and more. From 3 to 4 stars. That area is in between 2nd Road and soi Buakhow, both served by the Baht Bus (10 baht a ride, any distance, hop in and off anywhere on the route) aka as Songkhow, a pick up van with seating facilities.

Forget those warning you about LB in that area, there's nowhere in Pattaya where they aren't, so one place or the other won't make any difference.

Don't be bothered by in-house restaurant of the hotel, as long as it has a buffet breakfast it's all what you need (and even then, the breakfast offers in any area of Pattaya is huge) in-house restaurants have a bit of inflated prices, still cheaper than home, but won't represent the Pattaya experience. Food is available everywhere on 24 hrs basis, local and international or a mix of both.

Similarly, why be concerned about laundry when the in-house service does a morning to late afternoon quick service at a great price, ironed and bagged?

Save your time to relax and enjoy Pattaya.

Thanks Bionic. I'm looking around Walking with the hopes that it will reopen in the next couple of months. From what I can gather, it is indeed a ghost town currently, but maybe that won't be the case in November / December / January.

Do hotels generally have laundry facilities in them?

I am guessing the OP looking at The Beverly Hotel is Indian. That's an area many Indians stay. The hotels in this area are older. It's quite convenient to Walking Street. There may have been 1000 restaurants in that area before the virus hit. Some have shut down permanently. Wouldn't worry about finding a hotel with a restaurant in it. Laundry places are everywhere. 70 to 100 baht per kg wash and fold. If you're on a budget buy a 10 baht bag of laundry detergent at 711 and wash your clothes in your bathtub. With the heat in Thailand your clothes will dry in a couple of hours.

Nope, am not Indian. Just looking for something that looks nice and that is pretty close to Walking.

Though I am going to guess that mostly 2-4 star hotels in the area are girl friendly, I still want to confirm with them via email if that is the case.

Still torn. Walking seems to have more. Everything, compared to Soi 6 (at least from looking at maps), has Soi6 fared better than Walking (or is currently better)?

I also plan to try to use Thai friendly to get some connections before I head down, after I've already booked and what not. So many things I have to do on my mental check list before I commit to anything! Honestly the most stressful part is getting to and from the airport!

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2579478]Thanks Bionic. I'm looking around Walking with the hopes that it will reopen in the next couple of months. From what I can gather, it is indeed a ghost town currently, but maybe that won't be the case in November / December / January.

Do hotels generally have laundry facilities in them?[/QUOTE]It sounds like you are planning to visit Pattaya some months down the road. So any advice given to you now will be obsolete when you are in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2579080]Or if anyone has other suggestions for a place in the area, let me know. Been going through a bunch in the area that have their rates posted online and a decent contact form if I have questions and these two look OK to me. Anyone know if it is normal for hotels to have facilities for guests to do their laundry?[/QUOTE]Bionic Man makes a good point when he recommends staying in the central part of town. The hotels you're looking at are considerably farther south and a little east. I realize that's closer to Walking Street, but even assuming it's back on form by the time you arrive you don't need to lodge there. The baht bus makes it silly simple to get to Walking Street from hotels farther north.

Look at hotels that are north of Soi 13/4 and south of Central Pattaya Road, between the beach on the west and Pattaya Third Road on the east. Generally speaking, the closer to the beach the more expensive the rate. I always recommend the Whitehouse Condotel to first time visitors. The location is perfect, the rates are good and it's a quiet place where you can actually sleep. There is also a restaurant in the lobby.

As for laundry, a few hotels offer suites billed as "serviced apartments" and a few of those suites have a washing machine. No dryer. The custom is to line dry your clothes on the balcony or on a drying rack.

Hotels generally don't have laundry rooms. Instead you take your clothes to a laundry. They are all over town and no matter where you stay there will be a laundry close by. Just drop off you dirty clothes and when you come back a day or two later they'll be cleaned (and pressed if you like) for a very reasonable price.

Thanks for the reply Bunky.

I think for my first visit I will stay at the Classroom. That hotel looks pretty good and it is very close to Walking.

I think I have everything in order. I realize that most of the advise about how the places operate will be irrelevant when I actually get there, but I'm more in the market for logistical advice. I think I've sorted out everything that I need to do and know for when I arrive.

But now it is just waiting and hoping they lift the quarantine requirements before December. I have over 2 weeks of time off saved from work that I'm losing come 2022 that I want to spend balls deep on the other side of the planet.

Thanks.

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2581247]Thanks for the reply Bunky.

I think for my first visit I will stay at the Classroom. That hotel looks pretty good and it is very close to Walking.

I think I have everything in order. I realize that most of the advise about how the places operate will be irrelevant when I actually get there, but I'm more in the market for logistical advice. I think I've sorted out everything that I need to do and know for when I arrive.

But now it is just waiting and hoping they lift the quarantine requirements before December. I have over 2 weeks of time off saved from work that I'm losing come 2022 that I want to spend balls deep on the other side of the planet.

Thanks.[/QUOTE]I hope you understand that Thailand currently has a 2 week quarantine requirement.

[QUOTE=Explorer8939;2581320]I hope you understand that Thailand currently has a 2 week quarantine requirement.[/QUOTE]I would figure what I said implied that I am aware of that. And I am.

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2581247]But now it is just waiting and hoping they lift the quarantine requirements before December

Thanks.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2581247]
I think for my first visit I will stay at the Classroom. That hotel looks pretty good and it is very close to Walking.[/QUOTE]This hotel is in Boyz Town. It's the gay area of Pattaya.
[URL]https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boyztown[/URL]

You don't have to worry too much about being close to Walking Street. As long as the hotel is close to Beach Road or Second Road you'll be fine, because that is where the Baht busses are circling 24h a day.
Although, like Bunky already said, it's best to stay south of Central Pattaya Road. If your hotel is north of this road the travelling time to and from Walking Street might get annoying.

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2579537] Honestly the most stressful part is getting to and from the airport![/QUOTE]In normal circumstances I would recommend Bell, but I'm not sure if they are still in business.
The website is still active, but it's not possible to make a booking at the moment.

[URL]https://belltravelservice.com[/URL]

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2581873]In normal circumstances I would recommend Bell, but I'm not sure if they are still in business.
The website is still active, but it's not possible to make a booking at the moment.

[URL]https://belltravelservice.com[/URL][/QUOTE]It is virtually impossible to take an international flight to BKK and then take a taxi, unless that taxi is provided by a certified hotel in Pattaya.

Until recently, you could get off a domestic flight in BKK, and get a cab, but now that domestic flights are grounded, no chance.

Now with the new rule of one week quarantine for fully vaccinated I consider going to Pattaya. I have searched the Internet, but have not found a list of all the SHA plus hotels in Pattaya. Can someone here at ISG give me such a link?

Maybe there are not so many SHA plus hotels in Pattaya. When I looked at some of the major hotel-websites they only had a few in that category. Steswithv.

[QUOTE=Tomling;2610597]Now with the new rule of one week quarantine for fully vaccinated I consider going to Pattaya. I have searched the Internet, but have not found a list of all the SHA plus hotels in Pattaya. Can someone here at ISG give me such a link?

Maybe there are not so many SHA plus hotels in Pattaya. When I looked at some of the major hotel-websites they only had a few in that category. Steswithv.[/QUOTE]SHA hotels only operate in Sandboxes. You need to book an ALQ hotel in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=Tomling;2610597]Now with the new rule of one week quarantine for fully vaccinated I consider going to Pattaya. I have searched the Internet, but have not found a list of all the SHA plus hotels in Pattaya. Can someone here at ISG give me such a link?

Maybe there are not so many SHA plus hotels in Pattaya. When I looked at some of the major hotel-websites they only had a few in that category. Steswithv.[/QUOTE]At the moment in Pattaya you can only do quarantine in ASQ Hotel [URL]https://asq.in.th/aslq-pattaya-chonburi-thailand-hotels[/URL].

SHA+ hotels are only for the sandbox program, and there is no sandbox in Pattaya now.

I'm not sure if anyone posted the current steps to travel. I assume the 21 countries that are exempted from quarantine will have it easier. You still need to stay 1-day in SHA hotel.

Can anyone confirm if all-inclusive hotels in Pattaya are worth it? I saw one for $1300 USD and thinking of booking it. Do they allow you to bring the girls from outside? I'm thinking of boking Oakwood Journeyhub Pattaya.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2610724]At the moment in Pattaya you can only do quarantine in ASQ Hotel [URL]https://asq.in.th/aslq-pattaya-chonburi-thailand-hotels[/URL].

SHA+ hotels are only for the sandbox program, and there is no sandbox in Pattaya now.[/QUOTE]There is supposed to be a Sandbox in Pattaya as of November 1, and there are now SHA+ hotels available.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2581873]In normal circumstances I would recommend Bell, but I'm not sure if they are still in business.
The website is still active, but it's not possible to make a booking at the moment.

[URL]https://belltravelservice.com[/URL][/QUOTE]It's still alive. I just made a booking a few days ago. But take note that they are no longer going to North Pattaya even when it's selectable. If you're going to Pattaya, choose the stop "jomtien bus station" instead. It's about 10 min car ride to central Pattaya from there.

Cape Dara Resort in Naklua. A great place for a romantic getaway, if you want to take a girl out of the bar. The hot tub is about the right size for fun.

Hi to all,

This is a query at will be obliged if someone residing or having a information could help in fill up.

Wanted to know if sunshine hotel at residence soi 8, Pattaya is taking up tourists for June, as, on website at agoda it is being still shown as SHA plus hotel at only standard category rooms are available of is means rest of the hotel is closed or when it will be open.

Thanks in advance.

Now that restrictions have been eased a bit, I'm considering a return to Pattaya next month.

My concern is the need for a negative Covid test to re-enter the USA after my stay in Pattaya.

How is this requirement best accomplished? Are they offered at the BKK airport? If so, cost, and timing for test results?

Any others who have encountered a similar need, I'd appreciate your input as to how the process works.

Many thanks.

[QUOTE=Nixonbd;2693579]Now that restrictions have been eased a bit, I'm considering a return to Pattaya next month.

My concern is the need for a negative Covid test to re-enter the USA after my stay in Pattaya.

How is this requirement best accomplished? Are they offered at the BKK airport? If so, cost, and timing for test results?

Any others who have encountered a similar need, I'd appreciate your input as to how the process works.

Many thanks.[/QUOTE]Currently, the USA Only requires an Antigen Test I believe within 72 hours of arrival, you can go to the Embassy website and obtain the exact language.

There are places like Bangkok Pattaya Hospital on Sukhumvit currently charging 1090 baht for results and paperwork in two hours? I believe one can also obtain one at Pattaya Memorial on 2nd Road I've not known the cost. I recently got a lead on a lab near Jomtien website that said to test for 490 baht with proper paperwork one should also check with your airline and any stopovers for requirements?

[QUOTE=Anyuta;2692744]Hi to all,

This is a query at will be obliged if someone residing or having a information could help in fill up.

Wanted to know if sunshine hotel at residence soi 8, Pattaya is taking up tourists for June, as, on website at agoda it is being still shown as SHA plus hotel at only standard category rooms are available of is means rest of the hotel is closed or when it will be open.

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Anyuta,

If you check on the hotel's website, in the booking section there's an option to "view availability chart". It would appear that only Economy Single, Standard, and Superior are open for booking between now and October. It is highly unlikely that the Deluxe, Sunshine and Seaview are fully booked for all these dates.

Either the hotel hasn't opened up the higher floors yet or, more of a potential red flag, they are refurbishing those floors with the resultant potential for disturbance to the rest of the hotel.

On a side issue, the last report I saw on Beech Road Soi 8 (and Soi 7) was back in March and Sir Lancelot said not a lot was happening there - obviously that was a few weeks ago and I admit I haven't wandered down them to check since but whenever I've passed by on Beech Road even the bars on Beech Road itself (places like Lovely Corner, Poppy 2 and the complex with 6 or so bars on the other corner of Soi 8) have been very quiet. You might want to reconsider your location.

Besides hotels and guesthouses which condos or private residences has large swimming pools available for guests? Any area considered from Naklua to Jomtien with a 30 day stay. Stayed viey Talay 6 next to Central pre Covid but looking for other place.

[QUOTE=Bugzy69;2693986]Besides hotels and guesthouses which condos or private residences has large swimming pools available for guests? Any area considered from Naklua to Jomtien with a 30 day stay. Stayed viey Talay 6 next to Central pre Covid but looking for other place.[/QUOTE]Pre-Covid I stayed a little more than a month at the Centara Azure about a 2 minute walk to the LK Metro Alley. I had girls over and it was not a problem. They did not collect an ID for the guest. One side appeared to be a hotel (towards Buakhaow 15) with the rest being condos.

Rooms are small but very livable. Mine was service twice a week and overlooked the pool which was nice.

This Airbnb posting will give you an idea of the rooms.

[URL]https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/48406054?adults=1&source_impression_id=p3_1651941144_PfcbWpVaGSLDHpBS&guests=1\[/URL]

Also it has been mentioned a couple posts below the Grand Avenue Residence condominium is also guest friendly. Seems to be a similar layout to the Centra.

[QUgzy69;2693986]Besides hotels and guesthouses which condos or private residences has large swimming pools available for guests? Any area considered from Naklua to Jomtien with a 30 day stay. Stayed viey Talay 6 next to Central pre Covid but looking for other place. [ / QUOTE].

There are View Talay 1,2,5, 7 all in Jomtien which do rent furnished condos, generally for 30 days minimum, but some do it by the day as well. That is the route I have taken for my next trip, I got my rental thru [URL][URL]Dancewatchers.com[/URL][ / URL]- see their web site.

[QUOTE=Bugzy69;2693986]Besides hotels and guesthouses which condos or private residences has large swimming pools available for guests? Any area considered from Naklua to Jomtien with a 30 day stay. Stayed viey Talay 6 next to Central pre Covid but looking for other place.[/QUOTE]It is not easy to give advice if you do not give us more information, such as how much you want to spend per month and the square footage of the apartment. From Naklua to Jomtien there are thousands of condominiums, almost all with swimming pools and some with gigantic pools. Are you looking for a large one to swim and do many laps? How many meters is large for you?

Thanks for reply mate, your on spot as I want to enjoy lap swimming rather than sunbathing. 25 m up is all welcome and with regards to budget lets say in the region of 1500 Thai baht daily. All other requirements are pretty normal. Nice modern apartment with possible views. I'm not doing any cooking or laundry so I don't mind about cutlery, washing machines or things.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2694359]It is not easy to give advice if you do not give us more information, such as how much you want to spend per month and the square footage of the apartment. From Naklua to Jomtien there are thousands of condominiums, almost all with swimming pools and some with gigantic pools. Are you looking for a large one to swim and do many laps? How many meters is large for you?[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Bugzy69;2693986]Besides hotels and guesthouses which condos or private residences has large swimming pools available for guests? Any area considered from Naklua to Jomtien with a 30 day stay. Stayed viey Talay 6 next to Central pre Covid but looking for other place.[/QUOTE]I don't know how Mr. Bugzy defines a "large" swimming pool, but the Diana Estate complex has a two nice pools. You'll find that complex on the east side of Soi Buakao, across the street from Tree Town.

The booking agent for the investor-owned condos in the Diana Estate complex is Khun Meow. Here is her web site:

[URL]http://www.diana-estate-pattaya-rentals.com/[/URL]

Last night, I had a lady over to my condo for drinks. She has a new Farang husband, and my rule is I don't do ladies with Farang boyfriends or husbands. So, no hanky panky. After drinks, we went to Area 39 in TreeTown, where she invited 4 ladies, plus her Thai boyfriend, and I paid for a bottle of Sangsom, and a huge beer dispenser. 3 of the ladies were described as her daughters, quite lovely.

The drill is that I can her to come back to my condo for drinks in the future, and she can bring one of the ladies, again, no hanky panky. But then I can have the lady come alone, at a later date, as a barfine. A great recruiting system for me.

Oh, if you were wondering if I fuck ladies with Thai husbands, yeah, they all have Thai husbands unless they are gay or really old.

I got a bit tired of sifting through all the hotels listed on sites for girl-friendly hotels, and cross-referencing various things such as distance to beach, noise levels etc on TripA. So I just checked out a Mercure and it serves the basic purpose of this visit. In the TA Q&A sections several questions are typically asked about the girl-friendliness of hotels, and it seems the chains are too, though they don't get a mention on the girl-friendly hotel sites I've read. I chose this mainly for my budget. If one reads through some of the popular monger hotel reviews on TA or Booking, there is often a deal-breaker such as noise, air-con problems, strange smells or similar.

Stayed here one night. It is within walking distance to Soi Boomerang or Soi Diana, or just hop on the baht bus.

Liked everything about this place, considering the price. Breakfast included, and pretty decent. Underground parking garage, which was handy for my driver (Nams Taxi), so she could just wait in the lobby for me.

Didn't spend much time there, so don't have alot to say, but I recommend this place for a quick stay. I prefer other hotel or condo for longer stay.

[QUOTE=Bunky;2694476]I don't know how Mr. Bugzy defines a "large" swimming pool, but the Diana Estate complex has a two nice pools. You'll find that complex on the east side of Soi Buakao, across the street from Tree Town.

The booking agent for the investor-owned condos in the Diana Estate complex is Khun Meow. Here is her web site:

[URL]http://www.diana-estate-pattaya-rentals.com/[/URL][/QUOTE]These rates see really high to me or is there something I'm missing on this place.

[QUOTE=LoveVegas;2703742]These rates see really high to me or is there something I'm missing on this place.[/QUOTE]I was thinking the same thing. 15 k-20 k in Pattaya should be able to land you a nice 1 bed 1 bath condo, not a studio. Locals get studios for about 5 k / month (short term leases).

I stayed at The BASE and Grand Avenue in Central Pattaya for a month each. Paid 19 k and 18 k respectively. But I found out afterwards that rent was actually going for about 10 k / mo for The BASE and 10-15 k for Grand Ave.

These prices are almost like travel hacks, and it will be easier to find if you can befriend a Thai local. Working girls should be able to get some good info on affordable condos.

Even with tourist prices, people should be able to get way better deals than "Super Premium Studios" for 35 k baht.

[QUOTE=SinfullyKorean;2703838]I was thinking the same thing. 15 k-20 k in Pattaya should be able to land you a nice 1 bed 1 bath condo, not a studio. Locals get studios for about 5 k / month (short term leases).

I stayed at The BASE and Grand Avenue in Central Pattaya for a month each. Paid 19 k and 18 k respectively. But I found out afterwards that rent was actually going for about 10 k / mo for The BASE and 10-15 k for Grand Ave.

These prices are almost like travel hacks, and it will be easier to find if you can befriend a Thai local. Working girls should be able to get some good info on affordable condos.

Even with tourist prices, people should be able to get way better deals than "Super Premium Studios" for 35 k baht.[/QUOTE]I am currently looking at Airbnb's in both the Grand Avenue and Centara Azure for a November / December trip (45 days). Pre-Covid I stayed at Centra Azure and enjoyed the condo as well as the pool and gym. Has anyone stayed at both and is there a huge difference between either. Both places are $450 a month with a 6 k deposit and charge electricity at 5 bt per unit.

Thanks.

I had done a booking on Agoda for my upcoming trip to Pattaya. Had been recommended the Hotel at Soi Bukhao by many. Did my booking for the Hotel. Today when I call up the hotel, I am told that we do not accept Indians as guests. I have never faced problems on Beach Road Hotels. Can someone share their experiences with the Hotel?

[QUOTE=AgniShastra;2705453]I had done a booking on Agoda for my upcoming trip to Pattaya. Had been recommended the Hotel at Soi Bukhao by many. Did my booking for the Hotel. Today when I call up the hotel, I am told that we do not accept Indians as guests. I have never faced problems on Beach Road Hotels. Can someone share their experiences with the Hotel?[/QUOTE]I hope you are not trolling, bro. This makes no sense. Indians and formerly the Chinese and Russians are the biggest spenders in the land of smiles. Please elaborate. You worry me shitless.

No, I am not trolling I have never experienced a racial differentiation. I am talking about the Hotel at Soi Bukhao. I called up to do reservations and I was informed by the lady on phone that they do not take Indians.

[QUOTE=Aaighalya;2705824]I hope you are not trolling, bro. This makes no sense. Indians and formerly the Chinese and Russians are the biggest spenders in the land of smiles. Please elaborate. You worry me shitless.[/QUOTE]

Hi, I am looking for 2 BHK appt in pattaya who allow to get local girls? If yes can you suggest any good hotels?

[QUOTE=AgniShastra;2708977]No, I am not trolling I have never experienced a racial differentiation. I am talking about the Hotel at Soi Bukhao. I called up to do reservations and I was informed by the lady on phone that they do not take Indians.[/QUOTE]Thailand is full of bias, positive to some people and negative to others. Rich Caucasian European is good, rich Japanese or Korean is even better. Thais don't always hide those feelings. I've seen restaurants with door signs clearly stating certain nationalities were excluded from entry. I have no doubt that certain Pattaya hotels have similar policy. One of my non-P4P friends cleans hotel rooms, she has made many negative comments about certain nationalities because too many of them are difficult customers and eventually she found a job at a different hotel to get away from that nationality customer.

The girls are the same, I found one online dating profile from a beautiful young girl who presented a list of nationalities that she excluded. “Not interested in Thai men, or men from *****, ******** *****, *** *****, and any country in ****** . Sorry but it is my life and I pick what I want.”

Those thoughts are repulsive to me, but that mentality is part of Thai culture.

[QUOTE=AgniShastra;2705453]I had done a booking on Agoda for my upcoming trip to Pattaya. Had been recommended the Hotel at Soi Bukhao by many. Did my booking for the Hotel. Today when I call up the hotel, I am told that we do not accept Indians as guests. I have never faced problems on Beach Road Hotels. Can someone share their experiences with the Hotel?[/QUOTE]Indians are pretty much running Pattaya economy currently due to no Chinese tourists. I have never heard any decent hotel staff openly saying what you are saying and I have lived in Pattaya / Thailand for few years.

If this is serious post, can you tell me which hotel it is?

I will happily call them and complaint on your behalf. Also Indians now need to look into Chinese way of traveling. Only stay in Indian own hotels, eat at only Indian own restaurants, buy packages and pay in INR etc only.

[QUOTE=HydKing1;2713505]Hi, I am looking for 2 BHK appt in pattaya who allow to get local girls? If yes can you suggest any good hotels?[/QUOTE]Search at Airbnb.

I'm from India and I can attest that 90% of the population behaves and conducts itself in a despicable manner. No wonder these girls don't want to get together with these guys or businesses don't want such people around in their yards.

We are all not born equal, everyone has certain characteristics or attributes which others may like or not like. So to suggest girl should be banging everyone is BS idea only western cucked liberals believe in.

It is the girls choice. They can do whoever they want. If the don't like Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi guys it's their choice. Stop being sour over their choices improve yourself and your behavior, don't go hang around in groups stalking these girls. Don't over negotiate (typical Indian habit) and don't try to scam people. Even in India guys bang these girls and then don't pay them and run away.

India is an unsafe country for both women and men. So reputation of people from India not being good is actually appropriate.

The 10% of Indians who get the stick because of the other 90 % , well it's just collateral damage. Man up and move on.

[QUOTE=HorseTrader;2713838]Thailand is full of bias, positive to some people and negative to others. Rich Caucasian European is good, rich Japanese or Korean is even better. Thais don't always hide those feelings. I've seen restaurants with door signs clearly stating certain nationalities were excluded from entry. I have no doubt that certain Pattaya hotels have similar policy. One of my non-P4P friends cleans hotel rooms, she has made many negative comments about certain nationalities because too many of them are difficult customers and eventually she found a job at a different hotel to get away from that nationality customer.

The girls are the same, I found one online dating profile from a beautiful young girl who presented a list of nationalities that she excluded. Not interested in Thai men, or men from *****, ******** *****, *** *****, and any country in ****** . Sorry but it is my life and I pick what I want.

Those thoughts are repulsive to me, but that mentality is part of Thai culture.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Shukracharya;2714886]I'm from India and I can attest that 90% of the population behaves and conducts itself in a despicable manner. No wonder these girls don't want to get together with these guys or businesses don't want such people around in their yards.

We are all not born equal, everyone has certain characteristics or attributes which others may like or not like. So to suggest girl should be banging everyone is BS idea only western cucked liberals believe in.

It is the girls choice. They can do whoever they want. If the don't like Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi guys it's their choice. Stop being sour over their choices improve yourself and your behavior, don't go hang around in groups stalking these girls. Don't over negotiate (typical Indian habit) and don't try to scam people. Even in India guys bang these girls and then don't pay them and run away.

India is an unsafe country for both women and men. So reputation of people from India not being good is actually appropriate.

The 10% of Indians who get the stick because of the other 90 % , well it's just collateral damage. Man up and move on.[/QUOTE]Your comments are very refreshing. It's easy to think "We're paying for services. We should be treated equally. " But there are biases. While some biases may be based on prejudice, some are based on personal experiences. Who are we to say that a lady should sleep with someone or other? Because we have money? Let's not fool ourselves into thinking we're all suddenly desirable because we're paying them $60.

On a similar note, I've heard multiple girls say they don't like Indian men because lots of them demand group sex (I heard about them not paying, too). I've read posts here, too. "I'm from India. Where can I find ladies that are open to having sex with multiple men. " I don't think I've ever heard of this being so prevalent in any other culture. Is there something about India (or Indian culture) that makes this common / desired? Genuinely curious.

Bro, not only Indians but Many Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nepali guys have a fantasy of group sex / gang rape experience. (I use gang rape because that's what they really see a group sex as. Something to humiliate the girl and feel empowered themselves) . This whole Indian subcontinent region is like the rape capital of the world.

In terms of India specifically. You see, 25 years ago most of India was living with a medieval mindset in villages. They were used to seeing women all dressed up head to toe and their faces covered.

Then urbanization and internet access became the norm. Now everyone has internet and a cheap Chinese smartphone, (even the beggars, they just hide it well) . What these guys see mostly on the internet is porn and adult content. India is probably the biggest consumer of porn / adult content in the world, or 2nd largest after USA.

These guys who were used to seeing women all dressed up now see adult content, porn 24*7 . It is going to lead to a sick mind only.

Just ask any Western or East Asian girl if she's traveling alone in India. Everyone, poor or rich, young or old will hit on them thinking they are easy lay as they are alone and come from western countries where casual sex is normal. Guys will molest them or stalk them even to their hotel rooms. The girls will be lucky if they don't get raped.

They see all this adult content and take western women.

Or women travelling alone as someone ready to get down on her knees as soon as they make a move LOL. Just recently become British 45 year old woman was raped in her hotel while getting a massage. The rapist guy said she was letting me massage her thighs so I figured she wanted it bad. So I raped her. That's the general mindset here.

As for group sex, it's just a tool for them to feel empowered or masculine. I know of some guys from Punjab, India who have immigrated to Canada. 7-8 of them call up some white working gal there for a group sex session. They come back to India on visit and then openly gloat about doing so to other men they know, how they paid her only half (which they think makes them people with shrewd business attributes! . they smashed the brains out of the western girl, which they think makes them all the best possible and ever present on earth as they banged some poor working gal in some foreign country.

It's just the way of most of the men compensate for their lack of actual masculine attributes. It's a power play. They see group sex as a way to demonstrate to themselves how bad and tough they are. And it gets them off.

Girls around here in the subcontinent are no innocent victims either. They are nagging queens and can make a man's life hell too. Many are promiscuous, just pretending to be traditional. So guys also have a lot of pent up steam which they cannot take out on their wives / women in their lives so they probably take out their frustrations this way by getting involved in group sex activities.

[QUOTE=SinfullyKorean;2715135]Your comments are very refreshing. It's easy to think "We're paying for services. We should be treated equally. " But there are biases. While some biases may be based on prejudice, some are based on personal experiences. Who are we to say that a lady should sleep with someone or other? Because we have money? Let's not fool ourselves into thinking we're all suddenly desirable because we're paying them $60.

On a similar note, I've heard multiple girls say they don't like Indian men because lots of them demand group sex (I heard about them not paying, too). I've read posts here, too. "I'm from India. Where can I find ladies that are open to having sex with multiple men. " I don't think I've ever heard of this being so prevalent in any other culture. Is there something about India (or Indian culture) that makes this common / desired? Genuinely curious.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=HorseTrader;2713838]Thailand is full of bias, positive to some people and negative to others. Rich Caucasian European is good, rich Japanese or Korean is even better. Thais don't always hide those feelings. I've seen restaurants with door signs clearly stating certain nationalities were excluded from entry. I have no doubt that certain Pattaya hotels have similar policy. One of my non-P4P friends cleans hotel rooms, she has made many negative comments about certain nationalities because too many of them are difficult customers and eventually she found a job at a different hotel to get away from that nationality customer.

The girls are the same, I found one online dating profile from a beautiful young girl who presented a list of nationalities that she excluded. Not interested in Thai men, or men from *****, ******** *****, *** *****, and any country in ****** . Sorry but it is my life and I pick what I want.

Those thoughts are repulsive to me, but that mentality is part of Thai culture.[/QUOTE]Exactly Right. Decades of Nigerian scammers have made my ventures in Thailand a struggle for years. Not even to mention the "BBC" fandom. I can't even express how many times I've been talking to a girl and the first three things out of their mouths has been "Are you from Africa or America? "Oh too Big, it will hurt. I can't" (They haven't even seen or felt my dick), and "Wow you so kind black guy not like the others. "

I laugh at it. But it does suck cause it makes things unnecessarily hard and I always have to "prove" myself while my Caucasian friends get the best service right off the bat.

What is the best 5 star but girl friendly hotel in Pattaya preferably along Beach Road / central?

Previously stayed at Royal Cliff but it was a bit out of centre and needed long walk or scooter taxi in.

Any help much appreciated.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2717438]What is the best 5 star but girl friendly hotel in Pattaya preferably along Beach Road / central?

Previously stayed at Royal Cliff but it was a bit out of centre and needed long walk or scooter taxi in.

Any help much appreciated.[/QUOTE]Hilton best location. Hard Rock isn't near anything. LK Empress is 3rd best hotel but best location.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2717438]What is the best 5 star but girl friendly hotel in Pattaya preferably along Beach Road / central?

Previously stayed at Royal Cliff but it was a bit out of centre and needed long walk or scooter taxi in.

Any help much appreciated.[/QUOTE]The hilton is probably the best 5 star hotel in Pattaya and nicely located. It was renovated during covid so all rooms are nice and new.

There are no problems with bringing back girls. You just hold their hands and make it look like they are your girlfriend as you walk into the ground floor reception and no one will bother you. They will hold her ID if they think they are working girls, but I have entered with 2 girls and they did not have a problem.

Rates double on Saturday night, so if you avoid that you can get rooms for 4000 per night during the week.

[QUOTE=Zman429;2717445]Hilton best location. Hard Rock isn't near anything. LK Empress is 3rd best hotel but best location.[/QUOTE]LK Empress had one major problem for me and one nuisance. The floors were so highly polished that they were dangerously slippery when wearing socks. The nuisance was that the shower temperature control didn't work worth shit, it cycled between way too hot and too cool at about 20 second period. That was 5 years ago, so maybe it's better now.

I appreciate that they held my guests' IDs and called the room before they gave IDs back. Two girls allowed at the same time without fee, though I do tip whoever held the IDs.

Hey fellow mongers!

I will be traveling to pattaya next week and I just had a question before I make my living arrangements.

How safe are condos??

Last time I was in Pattaya (2019 pre-covid a. K. a good times).

I stayed in a hotel. A modest hotel, but clean and near a lot of things. It was not too expensive. Unfortunately, that place has shut down now due to losses in Covid.

Anyhoo, I am thinking of taking a condo instead of a hotel this time. Grass Serviced Suites seem tempting. I am just concerned about how safe are these?

I mean do they have a safe in the rooms to keep my camera and other stuff safe if I have company coming over for the night?

Also, are condos better in terms of girl friendly? Do I have to check the girl in?

And lastly? What kinda options do I have in case someone steals cash or electronics from my condo?

All help will be appreciated with a cold one as soon as I arrive in Pattaya!!

-503.

[QUOTE=Preston503;2717501]Hey fellow mongers!

I will be traveling to pattaya next week and I just had a question before I make my living arrangements.

How safe are condos??

Last time I was in Pattaya (2019 pre-covid a. K. a good times).

I stayed in a hotel. A modest hotel, but clean and near a lot of things. It was not too expensive. Unfortunately, that place has shut down now due to losses in Covid.

Anyhoo, I am thinking of taking a condo instead of a hotel this time. Grass Serviced Suites seem tempting. I am just concerned about how safe are these?

I mean do they have a safe in the rooms to keep my camera and other stuff safe if I have company coming over for the night?.[/QUOTE]Grass Serviced Suites is a hotel, not a condo.

[QUOTE=Preston503;2717501]Hey fellow mongers!

I will be traveling to pattaya next week and I just had a question before I make my living arrangements.

How safe are condos??

Last time I was in Pattaya (2019 pre-covid a. K. a good times).

I stayed in a hotel. A modest hotel, but clean and near a lot of things. It was not too expensive. Unfortunately, that place has shut down now due to losses in Covid.

Anyhoo, I am thinking of taking a condo instead of a hotel this time. Grass Serviced Suites seem tempting. I am just concerned about how safe are these?

I mean do they have a safe in the rooms to keep my camera and other stuff safe if I have company coming over for the night?.[/QUOTE]That place is in the boonies why don't you stay closer. Dynasty Inn is nice on soi 13 I usually spend several weeks there. But I'd be looking in that area. As far as safety always best to put whatever can be easily carried away out of sight. Dynasty does have good ID checking system and they called guests in past before girl got ID back.

[QUOTE=Preston503;2717501]Hey fellow mongers!

I will be traveling to pattaya next week and I just had a question before I make my living arrangements.

How safe are condos??

Last time I was in Pattaya (2019 pre-covid a. K. a good times).

I stayed in a hotel. A modest hotel, but clean and near a lot of things. It was not too expensive. Unfortunately, that place has shut down now due to losses in Covid.

Anyhoo, I am thinking of taking a condo instead of a hotel this time. Grass Serviced Suites seem tempting. I am just concerned about how safe are these?

I mean do they have a safe in the rooms to keep my camera and other stuff safe if I have company coming over for the night?

Also, are condos better in terms of girl friendly? Do I have to check the girl in?

And lastly? What kinda options do I have in case someone steals cash or electronics from my condo?

All help will be appreciated with a cold one as soon as I arrive in Pattaya!!

-503.[/QUOTE]I stayed in The BASE for 1 month in May and Grand Avenue for 1 month in June. Both had safes. There were no issues bringing in girls. They do have a main entrance area where they will ask for a girl's ID if the girl is not accompanied and they believe she's working. But if you're with the girl, or you drive in via taxi, I don't think they will ask for her ID. I've never had safety issues with the girls I brought over, and I usually brought someone over about once every 3 nights, sometimes 2 girls.

[QUOTE=SinfullyKorean;2717630]I stayed in The BASE for 1 month in May and Grand Avenue for 1 month in June. Both had safes. There were no issues bringing in girls. They do have a main entrance area where they will ask for a girl's ID if the girl is not accompanied and they believe she's working. But if you're with the girl, or you drive in via taxi, I don't think they will ask for her ID. I've never had safety issues with the girls I brought over, and I usually brought someone over about once every 3 nights, sometimes 2 girls.[/QUOTE]Did you happen to prefer one over the other? I'm deciding between these two condos.

Leaning towards Grand Avenue as I'm reading mixed feelings regarding The Base.

Did you use AirBnB or an agent?

Thanks.

[QUOTE=MaxBkk;2717476]The hilton is probably the best 5 star hotel in Pattaya and nicely located. It was renovated during covid so all rooms are nice and new.

There are no problems with bringing back girls. You just hold their hands and make it look like they are your girlfriend as you walk into the ground floor reception and no one will bother you. They will hold her ID if they think they are working girls, but I have entered with 2 girls and they did not have a problem.

Rates double on Saturday night, so if you avoid that you can get rooms for 4000 per night during the week.[/QUOTE]Great info. Many thanks. Much appreciated.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2717786]Great info. Many thanks. Much appreciated.[/QUOTE]One furthet tip. Just grab a Baht bus to walking st from the Hilton. The little blue pickup type tructs that you signal from the street. Just 10 baht for locals, 20 baht for tourists.

[QUOTE=MaxBkk;2717790]One furthet tip. Just grab a Baht bus to walking st from the Hilton. The little blue pickup type tructs that you signal from the street. Just 10 baht for locals, 20 baht for tourists.[/QUOTE]It's 10 baht for everyone.

[QUOTE=MaxBkk;2717790]One furthet tip. Just grab a Baht bus to walking st from the Hilton. The little blue pickup type tructs that you signal from the street. Just 10 baht for locals, 20 baht for tourists.[/QUOTE]Is it normal for them to charge 20 baht (per customer) if we tell them we're going to a specific destination (e. G. Soi buakao, soi 6, WS)?

[QUOTE=CaliGuy33;2717752]Did you happen to prefer one over the other? I'm deciding between these two condos.

Leaning towards Grand Avenue as I'm reading mixed feelings regarding The Base.

Did you use AirBnB or an agent?

Thanks.[/QUOTE]I got in touch with an agent via AirBnB. I preferred Grand Avenue since high speed internet was more consistent and the room was about 50% bigger.

I always paid 10 baht pre pandemic. Nice way to get rid of the 1 or 5 baht. Your specific points are on the main route so nothing to worry. Sois signs are all visible as well.

[QUOTE=SinfullyKorean;2717900]Is it normal for them to charge 20 baht (per customer) if we tell them we're going to a specific destination (e. G. Soi buakao, soi 6, WS)?[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=SinfullyKorean;2717900]Is it normal for them to charge 20 baht (per customer) if we tell them we're going to a specific destination (e. G. Soi buakao, soi 6, WS)?[/QUOTE]Well then I guess they charge different prices for different people just like the ladies do (knowledge from Mr E). Because I've never been charged more than 10 baht and I've asked to be let off at Soi 6 many times.

I'm not trying to be argumentative but just reporting my experience of riding baht buses for many years. I've never asked a price or been quoted a price, I just jump on and hand them 10 baht when I get off.

[QUOTE=MaxBkk;2717790]One further tip. Just grab a Baht bus to walking st from the Hilton. The little blue pickup type tructs that you signal from the street. Just 10 baht for locals, 20 baht for tourists.[/QUOTE]It's 10 for everyone, not just Thais. 20 if you were going from Jomtien to Soi 6 maybe.

Don't talk to the driver, once you do they will try to class it as private hire and rip you off.

[QUOTE=HoustonPlayer;2717993]Well then I guess they charge different prices for different people just like the ladies do (knowledge from Mr E). Because I've never been charged more than 10 baht and I've asked to be let off at Soi 6 many times.

I'm not trying to be argumentative but just reporting my experience of riding baht buses for many years. I've never asked a price or been quoted a price, I just jump on and hand them 10 baht when I get off.[/QUOTE]I belive the standard pricing is 10 baht for locals which includes long term residents and 20 baht to short term tourists. During covid there were no short term residents so everyone just gave 10 baht and it kind of became the default price.

When tourist numbers pick up they will probably start asking for the dual pricing model again. Anyhow, that is how I understood it, I may be wrong too!

[QUOTE=HoustonPlayer;2717993]Well then I guess they charge different prices for different people just like the ladies do (knowledge from Mr E). Because I've never been charged more than 10 baht and I've asked to be let off at Soi 6 many times.

I'm not trying to be argumentative but just reporting my experience of riding baht buses for many years. I've never asked a price or been quoted a price, I just jump on and hand them 10 baht when I get off.[/QUOTE]Aren't the routes they take random? How do you know they're not driving all the way out to Jomtien or past Terminal 21? This is why I'd ask them if they're going to WS or Buakhaow if I'm getting on on 2nd St. But if I'm getting off on Soi 6, I'd just get on without asking and pay the 10 baht. Same thing if I get on on Beach Rd. I just get on and get off on WS.

[QUOTE=SoberHans69;2718000]It's 10 for everyone, not just Thais. 20 if you were going from Jomtien to Soi 6 maybe.

Don't talk to the driver, once you do they will try to class it as private hire and rip you off.[/QUOTE]Yes it's 10 baht per ride, now sometimes you have to switch buses and it's another 10 baht like if you're going to Soi 6 and they cut it off short at Pattaya Klang search youtube for baht buses in Pattaya and their are explanations of the routes.

[QUOTE=MaxBkk;2718002]I believe the standard pricing is 10 baht for locals which includes long term residents and 20 baht to short term tourists.[/QUOTE]I have been coming to Pattaya since 2005, and the price has always been 10 baht. For everyone.

But of course this price is not for an unlimited number of kilometers. For example: it's 10 baht from the crossing of South Pattaya Road / Second Road up to the Dolphin Circle (the roundabout next to Terminal 21). It's also 10 baht from the Dolphin Circle up to the crossing of South Pattaya Road / Second Road. So this means when you hop on at the crossing of Second Road / Soi 6 for example, and you hop off at Central festival on Beach Road, you will have to pay 20 baht.
Same if you hop on at the end of Beach Road, close to Walking Street, and you hop off somewhere on Second Road, you will have to pay 20 baht.
At least that is how I have understood it a long time ago, probably in 2005. Nowadays I never take a baht bus anymore on Beach Road when I want to hop off on Second Road. In that case I walk to Second Road first, through one of the soi's, and take a bus there.

[QUOTE=SinfullyKorean;2718238]Aren't the routes they take random? [/QUOTE]No, they are not. I think 99% of the baht buses that circle over Beach Road and Second Road take the same route over and over again. Occasionally you see one driving through a soi from Beach Road to Second Road or v.v.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2718321]No, they are not. I think 99% of the baht buses that circle over Beach Road and Second Road take the same route over and over again. Occasionally you see one driving through a soi from Beach Road to Second Road or v.v.[/QUOTE]The baht buses running up second road have two directions, they either do a you turn and head back down Beach road and you can stay on that all the way until Walking Street or it keeps going straight up towards Nakula. Just ask the driver which route he's taking before jumping on.

Now I have seen baht buses drive straight after making the left turn past Walking Street. I would guess they travel up a bit and turn left to go towards LK Metro but I am not sure.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2718318]I have been coming to Pattaya since 2005, and the price has always been 10 baht. For everyone.

But of course this price is not for an unlimited number of kilometers. For example: it's 10 baht from the crossing of South Pattaya Road / Second Road up to the Dolphin Circle (the roundabout next to Terminal 21). It's also 10 baht from the Dolphin Circle up to the crossing of South Pattaya Road / Second Road. So this means when you hop on at the crossing of Second Road / Soi 6 for example, and you hop off at Central festival on Beach Road, you will have to pay 20 baht.
Same if you hop on at the end of Beach Road, close to Walking Street, and you hop off somewhere on Second Road, you will have to pay 20 baht.
At least that is how I have understood it a long time ago, probably in 2005. Nowadays I never take a baht bus anymore on Beach Road when I want to hop off on Second Road. In that case I walk to Second Road first, through one of the soi's, and take a bus there.[/QUOTE]I can just imagine your average baht bus driver saying f**k it, dumb ass tourists are not going to know the intricacies of this pricing so they cop the 20 baht rate.

Seems many hotels turned into non smoking even with balconies. It's painful to come out for smoke in between or in night. Checked LK impress, Mercure, Baywalk all said no smoking in room. Any suggestions please.

[QUOTE=Ge148;2718866]Seems many hotels turned into non smoking even with balconies. It's painful to come out for smoke in between or in night. Checked LK impress, Mercure, Baywalk all said no smoking in room. Any suggestions please.[/QUOTE]I always prefer hotel rooms with balconies. Why can't you smoke on the balcony in Pattaya? I been visiting Brazil lately since Covid and my SP girls and I smoke reefer on my hotel balcony all the time. NO problem. No one gives a shit. I don't know, but it may one more nail in the coffin like still wearing face masks in public as far as LOS and I are concerned.

Shit, after 25 years of visiting Thailand I think the thrill may be gone. 555.

Even I prefer and always try to book with Balcony for smoking but recently one of my friend was charged 2000 bhat for smoking in Balcony as property was no smoking. I called around 7-8 hotels and all said no smoking. What about hard rock cafe? Sunshine hotel & residence is green with smoking policy and have balcony but rooms are average which I don't want to compromise

[QUOTE=AxelHeyst;2718882]I always prefer hotel rooms with balconies. Why can't you smoke on the balcony in Pattaya? I been visiting Brazil lately since Covid and my SP girls and I smoke reefer on my hotel balcony all the time. NO problem. No one gives a shit. I don't know, but it may one more nail in the coffin like still wearing face masks in public as far as LOS and I are concerned.

Shit, after 25 years of visiting Thailand I think the thrill may be gone. 555.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Ge148;2718866]Seems many hotels turned into non smoking even with balconies. It's painful to come out for smoke in between or in night. Checked LK impress, Mercure, Baywalk all said no smoking in room. Any suggestions please.[/QUOTE]The Dynasty Inn in Soi 13 allows smoking on the balconies. And the Whitehouse Condotel, that is next to it, as well I believe. But I'm not sure.

Thank you so much. I will check it today. It's beauty of Pattaya that I don't need to worry about gals unlike other places that's why trying to fix this damn smoking room issue 😀.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2719033]The Dynasty Inn in Soi 13 allows smoking on the balconies. And the Whitehouse Condotel, that is next to it, as well I believe. But I'm not sure.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Shukracharya;2715159]Just ask any Western or East Asian girl if she's traveling alone in India. Everyone, poor or rich, young or old will hit on them thinking they are easy lay as they are alone and come from western countries where casual sex is normal. Guys will molest them or stalk them even to their hotel rooms. The girls will be lucky if they don't get raped.[/QUOTE]I met a Thaigirl in Pattaya who told me that she been in India for 6 months for working in a massage shop (she said only HJ but who know if this is true or not), she said that she was scared as fuck to walk alone in the street in day time, as you said everybody stalked her. She said will never come back to India.

[QUOTE=Preston503;2717501]Hey fellow mongers!

I will be traveling to pattaya next week and I just had a question before I make my living arrangements.

How safe are condos??

Last time I was in Pattaya (2019 pre-covid a. K. a good times).

I stayed in a hotel. A modest hotel, but clean and near a lot of things. It was not too expensive. Unfortunately, that place has shut down now due to losses in Covid.

Anyhoo, I am thinking of taking a condo instead of a hotel this time. Grass Serviced Suites seem tempting. I am just concerned about how safe are these?

I mean do they have a safe in the rooms to keep my camera and other stuff safe if I have company coming over for the night?

Also, are condos better in terms of girl friendly? Do I have to check the girl in?

[/QUOTE]Condos are super safe, there is 24 HR security and CCTV everywhere. Some condos will ask your girls to sign the visitor book and take their IDs, some condos don't give a fuck about who you take back to your room.

Condos are super GF, you can take as many girls as you want to your room and nobody blink an eye, just don't make noise.

Some apartments have safetybox and some not. Just ask your host. If the apartment don't have safetybox use your luggage as safetybox.

LOL she might be giving just HJs in the massage shops but it would economically make any sense for her to just do that. These Thai girls meet guys in their flats in Delhi. They all usually stay close to each other in a building and have guys come over to their place.

Rest I don't dispute anything she says.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2719210]I met a Thaigirl in Pattaya who told me that she been in India for 6 months for working in a massage shop (she said only HJ but who know if this is true or not), she said that she was scared as fuck to walk alone in the street in day time, as you said everybody stalked her. She said will never come back to India.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Jaybee77;239596]Any info on the soi 13 construction? Anyone stayed at Sand Springs lately? is it noisy?

Thanks,

JB[/QUOTE]I would be interested to know too. Some TA reviews from 3-4 years ago mention building works all day going on next door, with photo. Can we assume it's over.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2719210]I met a Thaigirl in Pattaya who told me that she been in India for 6 months for working in a massage shop (she said only HJ but who know if this is true or not), she said that she was scared as fuck to walk alone in the street in day time, as you said everybody stalked her. She said will never come back to India.[/QUOTE]How much she made? I guess 5 x more than what she can make in Pattaya. I know Thai girls making 8 k THB per day with HJ only in India.

Ask her to visit South Africa, Brazil or any other African or South American country and tell me if her experience gets better. She probably will get kidnapped in some of the countries in first few days.

India is a massive country with population more than Europe, USA, UK, Canada, Australia COMBINED. Just like part of the Thailand or any first world country are not safe for foreigners, parts of India may not be safe.

[QUOTE=MissMaryHinge;2724682]I would be interested to know too. Some TA reviews from 3-4 years ago mention building works all day going on next door, with photo. Can we assume it's over.[/QUOTE]I was staying in Soi 13 in June. There was no construction work going on around Sandy Spring or anywhere else in the soi.
IIRC the reviews from 3-4 years ago were about the Hermann Hotel that was being built in Soi 12, not far from Sandy Spring.
By the way, the post from Jaybee77 that you quoted was from 2004!

And another by the way: has anyone already tried the Hermann Hotel? What was it like?

I'll be arriving next week. I've decided on the Holiday Inn Express. It will probably be around 3 am when I get to the hotel and this looks like about the easiest place for me anyway. It's in an area I want to check out. I'm going to reserve two nights, that should be enough time to check out other places.

I'm still open for suggestions.

Anyone stayed at the Vogue hotel? The rooms and everything look nice and Agoda currently has monthly stay rate for very cheap. Trying to see if there's a catch I'm not anticipating here?

[QUOTE=TheNakedIndian;2728205]Anyone stayed at the Vogue hotel? The rooms and everything look nice and Agoda currently has monthly stay rate for very cheap. Trying to see if there's a catch I'm not anticipating here?[/QUOTE]I've been wondering the same thing about Vogue and P Plus as well. The prices for both seem to low which tells me something isn't right.

[QUOTE=TheNakedIndian;2728205]Anyone stayed at the Vogue hotel? The rooms and everything look nice and Agoda currently has monthly stay rate for very cheap. Trying to see if there's a catch I'm not anticipating here?[/QUOTE]I was going to stay there before Covid. Rooms seemed pretty large and the pool looked nice. Great location for LK Metro, Soi Buakauo, Soi Lengee and Pothole. But I decided against it when I heard that it was popular with the large Chinese tours (and all of their busses). Didn't want to deal with all of those families everyday at breakfast and the pool. In the short term I don't think that will be an issue for you as I don't think there is much tourism coming from China right now.

[QUOTE=TheNakedIndian;2728205]Anyone stayed at the Vogue hotel? The rooms and everything look nice and Agoda currently has monthly stay rate for very cheap. Trying to see if there's a catch I'm not anticipating here?[/QUOTE]Fellow Bhrata, check the reviews at [URL]booking.com[/URL] to find their issue.

It is dated with small rooms and not very clean.

I've been staying at the Holiday Inn Express and I'm quite happy with it. It's guest friendly, decent breakfast, very clean, quiet, secure and close enough to where we want to go. The beds are pillow tops with very nice pillows and comforter. On site washing machine and dryer.

Hello brothers, I will be in Pattaya early next month. I found this hotel online, claims to be a 5 star property with good reviews. Forums also mark this is guest friendly. Anyone has any experience with this property?

Thanks.

McFuck.

[QUOTE=McFuck;2732183]Hello brothers, I will be in Pattaya early next month. I found this hotel online, claims to be a 5 star property with good reviews. Forums also mark this is guest friendly. Anyone has any experience with this property?.[/QUOTE]Some good reviews on it on Youtube.

[QUOTE=McFuck;2732183]Hello brothers, I will be in Pattaya early next month. I found this hotel online, claims to be a 5 star property with good reviews. Forums also mark this is guest friendly. Anyone has any experience with this property?
Changing money at TT on Corner of 8, and around corner from Beach rd.

Thanks.

McFuck.[/QUOTE]I've seen it? Was built during covid and open recently looks good design from outside but it looks like the old location of one of the Estiiny old hotel?

Soi 7 use to be very busy with beer bars today it is less than half if noise is concern I would say no, Soi 8, same if you are in massage and extra there are a number.

Very close to Beach Road, 2nd road, walk across thru Beer bar complex your got Soi Buakhao, each direction baht bus to W. S. Soi 6, convienent should be girl friendly for sure.

Hi,

Giong to Pattaya in about a month and I'm wondering if Inn House- SHA Extra Plus is any good to stay in.

Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=Poo222;2734255]Hi,

Giong to Pattaya in about a month and I'm wondering if Inn House- SHA Extra Plus is any good to stay in.

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]I looked at it pre-covid. Great location but not very nice. Dynasty Inn and Sandy Springs on the same soi are better choices IMHO.

Not asking if guest friendly- but of course.

Can not find anything in search feature of hotel comfort / convenience. Intel appreciated.

MTG.

[QUOTE=McFuck;2345443]If you are booking from India, try MMT. No one can beat their price and mostly all hotels are available.[/QUOTE]McFuck what does MMT stand for?

[QUOTE=GianniVersace;2738587]McFuck what does MMT stand for?[/QUOTE]MakeMyTrip.

[QUOTE=MilesToGo;2734478]Not asking if guest friendly- but of course.

Can not find anything in search feature of hotel comfort / convenience. Intel appreciated.

MTG.[/QUOTE]Nalanta is low budget hotel with very small staff and is guest friendly.

The rooms are basic. It is OK hotel for few days IMO if you are on tight budget.

Reached out to the Zign Premium Villa for their guest policy.

The reply I got was as following.

[QUOTE] Dear Sir,

For Joiner charge @1,000.-/person/night[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Oneminuteboy;2739515]Reached out to the Zign Premium Villa for their guest policy.

The reply I got was as following.[/QUOTE]I would reply "I would like to cancel my reservation at your hotel".

Anyone stayed recently? Green? Joiner fee? Looks stunning but quite a lot of reviews about it being a great family hotel. So might not be joiner friendly.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2739631]Anyone stayed recently? Green? Joiner fee? Looks stunning but quite a lot of reviews about it being a great family hotel. So might not be joiner friendly.[/QUOTE]Maybe just call / email and ask the hotel? It's an expensive hotel, if one commenter says it's guest friendly and you book it and upon arrival it's not, you're whole Pattaya trip is ruined.

Reached out to Pullman Pattaya Hotel G about their guest policy. Got the following reply.

[QUOTE]Guest joinder Fee is THB 1,000.- per person per time.[/QUOTE]

Woodlands Suites / Resort has the following guest policy.

[QUOTE]Please be inform no joiner fee but ID need for security reason.[/QUOTE]

This place is girl-friendly. Leaving card at reception.

Good location for beach access. Less than 100 metres, and supermarket over road in opposite direction.

Next door to Sportsman pub for those needing a steak & kidney pie and a pint of Guinness.

Room was spacious, with a nice little balcony with table and chairs.

Good bed, bathroom, TV.

[QUOTE=Oneminuteboy;2740710]Reached out to Pullman Pattaya Hotel G about their guest policy. Got the following reply.[/QUOTE]To be clear, if you reserve a room for 2 people, you will not have to pay 1000 baht for your sweetie.

The 1000 baht only comes into play if your sweetie brings a friend.

Staying in View Talay 6 in a Cando owned apartment and got a good price of around 900 baht a night through Agoda.

Typical View Talay 6 condo but cheaper than with Honeys or Dancewatchers etc and comes with daily room cleaning.

Great value.

[QUOTE=NycGuy72;2745128]Greetings all,

Making my first trip to Phuket in early Nov. I have been RTFF but unfortunately not a whole lot of recent info on Phuket hotels. I am looking for a fairly modern 4 star option close to the action in Patong, ideally under $75 a night. Something along the lines of Kee Resort or Hotel Clover but guest friendly which neither of them are. I considered Deevana Plaza but after reaching out to them, they were "pleased" to inform me of a 1500 b joiner fee. Bliss is another I am considering but it seems far away. Any suggestions? The main requirements are close to the action and a decent pool. Thanks in advance for any advice.[/QUOTE]This post moved from the "Phuket Reports" thread.

At $75 per night, you are marginally into the 4-star range. IMHO, "close to the action in Patong" means either OTOP area or Bangla Road area. Here are my thoughts:

R-Mar. I've stayed here, recommended. It's pronounced "Ah Mah", which means grandmother, I initially pronounced it per American style and my driver looked at me like I had 2 heads. Just a smidge north of Bangla Road, which means its a good hike to OTOP. This is 3-star, but still very nice. I recommend that you get something better than the "minimum" room because the "minimum" room is likely to have a view of the side of an ugly building. Other rooms have decent views of pool. The only negative of this place is that there are no walk in showers, you get a big tub with a shower and that's awkward for showering together (or getting in and out while drunk). Last visit there was no fee for joiner, but she is not allowed at breakfast with you. If you want her to join breakfast, you need to formally register her as a guest for the duration of the stay.

Beyond Patong. I've stayed here, but only 2 nights. I'm neutral on this place. Even further north than R-Mar, which means it is an even longer hike to OTOP but still easy to Bangla. It is 4-star, but I don't feel it was any nicer than R-Mar. I'm a fan of the "Beyond Resort XXX" group of hotels, but I don't think this is as nice as the others (I wonder if it is actually part of the same group). Still, it's a nice place. I don't know about joiner situation, I did BYO and registered her without problem.

Palmyra Patong Resort. I've stayed here, recommended. Even further north than Beyond Patong, which means it's a nasty hike to OTOP but still not too bad to Bangla. Decent 3-star. Not as nice as R-Mar, but has walk in shower. No problem with joiner (walk past reception and they don't even notice, they will collect girl's ID, but only upon my request). Suggest you get a pool view room (floors 2-7) but not the pool access room (floor 1); pool access means everybody in restaurant will be looking into your room and you pretty much need to keep curtains closed. There is another building that has no view of the pool at all, I didn't go in that building but it looks unappealing to me.

Burasari. I've never stayed there, but I've visited a friend there. I'll give a second hand "not recommended". Nice looking place with good service, but my friend had problems with other guests. This is near OTOP and should still be considered if you like the OTOP feel. It is guest friendly, but I don't know details. 4-star.

Holiday Inn Resort. I've never stayed here, but my friend who left Burasari said it's much better. I'll give a second hand "recommended" and it is 4-star. Close to OTOP, but substantial walk to Bangla. It is guest friendly, but I don't know details.

To me, the ideal location would be midway between OTOP and Bangla at a price of 2,700 to 3,500. I don't know what that place is.

[QUOTE=HorseTrader;2745207]This post moved from the "Phuket Reports" thread.
[/QUOTE]Darn. I screwed this up. Intended for Phuket Hotels and I accidentally put in Pattaya Hotels. Sorry. Too late to move it now.

Hi guys,

I read forum couple of days and since I'm first timer in Thailand, I would like to get your suggestion which hotel to choose in Pattaya from those:

Acqua hotel.

Amber hotel.

Holiday inn.

Pattaya blue sky.

Sleep with me Pattaya.

As I see they close to Soi Buakhao, I suppose that is good location for me as first timer in Pattaya. Would like to suggest me some hotel of these Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=Pgaka;2745764]Hi guys,

I read forum couple of days and since I'm first timer in Thailand, I would like to get your suggestion which hotel to choose in Pattaya from those:

Acqua hotel.

Amber hotel.

Holiday inn.

Pattaya blue sky.

Sleep with me Pattaya.

As I see they close to Soi Buakhao, I suppose that is good location for me as first timer in Pattaya. Would like to suggest me some hotel of these Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Book a hotel for a day or two, have a look around at the hotels next door which did not advertise in your home country and go next door for a fraction of the price with money better spent on more fun actiitivies. There were loads of them.

[QUOTE=JoeyFeliney;2750958]Book a hotel for a day or two, have a look around at the hotels next door which did not advertise in your home country and go next door for a fraction of the price with money better spent on more fun actiitivies. There were loads of them.[/QUOTE]I would first check availability of rooms on 2-3 options.

If one comes in a peak period he might have difficulties in getting a room once there.

Hey guys,

Can you let me know if any of these hotels are green.

Acqua Hotel.

Grand Palazzo.

Hermann hotel.

Holiday inn express.

Spent one night at Siam at Siam hotel and is girl friendly. Before pandemic the prices were around $100.00 usd, I got the room for around $45.00 usd. The bed was very comfortable and is walking distance to Termianl 21 and to Soi 6. Not to mention, Sabai and honey, and the Ladyboy show, can't remember the venue name is practically next door. The rest of the stay was at the baraqueda which also is very girl friendly. Many good restaurants practically next door on either side. Not too bad of a walk to LK Metro and an easy baht bus to walking street.

[QUOTE=QuackUp;2762752]Spent one night at Siam at Siam hotel and is girl friendly. Before pandemic the prices were around $100.00 usd, I got the room for around $45.00 usd. The bed was very comfortable and is walking distance to Termianl 21 and to Soi 6. Not to mention, Sabai and honey, and the Ladyboy show, can't remember the venue name is practically next door. The rest of the stay was at the baraqueda which also is very girl friendly. Many good restaurants practically next door on either side. Not too bad of a walk to LK Metro and an easy baht bus to walking street.[/QUOTE]I stayed at SiamSiam for like two weeks, got it for $40 during low season. Loved it, the location and rooms all of it. Especially the rooftop pool and gym.

[QUOTE=GuyFromKunlun;2757528]Hey guys,

Can you let me know if any of these hotels are green.

Acqua Hotel.

Grand Palazzo.

Hermann hotel.

Holiday inn express.[/QUOTE]If green means what I think it does then the Acqua is, though it's outside on the smoking area on the balcony that each room has. That's a small space, barely enough for two chairs and a small table, but you get a view. I was especially blessed with a balcony on the side away from the street, facing Central Festival's parking deck, the Somerset and a few places like that. The great thing, at least with the upper floors on that side, is that no place close had a direct view. So I made a game of it by going naked out there with guest to inhale the combustible before going back in for bed.

The Acqua rooms are smallish but well-appointed with mod cons (good TV size and channel selection, in-room safes, good bathrooms, etc.). The rooftop pool is also a huge value-adder, and the staff is always friendly with the wais and opening the door for you and all. I got the deal of the year on Agoda for a longer stay in October that worked out to $12.88 or so net per night. In higher seasons I'd expect $25-30 at least, which is still a deal.

Hello brothers,

Planning my visit to Pattaya, wanted to know if guests are allowed in apartment in central pattaya (B**e) when booked using airbnb.

Kindly suggest.

Also open to suggestions for 2 bed 2 bath places in pattaya closer to walking street.

Thanks in advance.

I check Agoda hotel price all hotel room is high season for next 2 months Siam siam us a very nice hotel w large room and bed, I still there 5 yr ago have not been back to Pattaya since 2017.

Fast Eddie.

[QUOTE=IronMerc;2766145]Hello brothers,

Planning my visit to Pattaya, wanted to know if guests are allowed in apartment in central pattaya (B**e) when booked using airbnb.

Kindly suggest.

Also open to suggestions for 2 bed 2 bath places in pattaya closer to walking street.

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]As always this differs per place you book. Some say no. Other don't mention it others say yes.

[QUOTE=IronMerc;2766145]Hello brothers,

Planning my visit to Pattaya, wanted to know if guests are allowed in apartment in central pattaya (B**e) when booked using airbnb.

Kindly suggest.

Also open to suggestions for 2 bed 2 bath places in pattaya closer to walking street.

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Condos are always GF! Never heard of any condo in Pattaya that not let you take girls. Also many condo not check IDs.

I been twice at The Base for fucking girls who live there and both times nobody asked me nothing, just meet girls in the lobby and went up to their apartment, fuck and leave.

You can check these condos: Unixx, The Urban, The Avenue, City Garden all are about a km walk from the Ibar / Insomnia.

Yensabai condo is 800 m from Insomnia but very old condo.

Hi guys, does anybody have any views / information on the One Patio Hotel please? I have booked it, but if the consensus is that it's no good, I can still cancel!! :) I am OK with the location, and have looked at online reviews, but I haven't found anything so far to put me off. It was a late booking for Christmas, so there wasn't as much choice as usual. Many thanks.

Hi all, complete newbie and first trip here. Not sure of the lay of the land. Can someone please give me some options of decent hotels to stay at? I know 'reasonably' priced is relative to the person, so just a few I can look at that are girl (s) friendly. Also, if you can just name an area, then I can just look at the hotels there. Wanting a place that's not too far and centrally located to all the action areas, within walking distance if possible with a room safe. Not sure if there's a place that's in the middle of all the spots mentioned in the Pattaya thread. Guess I'm just feeling a bit overwhelmed with so many options and areas for mongering. Thanks!

[QUOTE=GuyReynolds;2779618] Can someone please give me some options of decent hotels to stay at? [/QUOTE]Try and stay between 2nd Road and Soi Buakhao, and then between the Sois 11 to 14. Some good hotels to check out here are Intimate Hotel in Soi 14, Areca Lodge and LK Metropole in Soi 13, The Scenery City in Soi 11. If you want cheaper then look between 2nd Road and 3rd road and check out Opey de Place and J&P Court in Soi Lengkee, and The Vogue Hotel, but those are probably for more regular visitors.

[QUOTE=GuyReynolds;2779618]Hi all, complete newbie and first trip here. Not sure of the lay of the land. Can someone please give me some options of decent hotels to stay at? [/QUOTE]You're in the right forum, but on the wrong page. Go back 5 pages and read forward. You'll find a veritable MOUNTAIN of information.

http://www.internationalsexguide.nl/forum/showthread.php?1875-Pattaya-Hotels/page5

Bunky

Stayed at Honey inn on soi honey right next to the Honey body massage. Pics show a pool but there is none. Had some issues finding a room with working AC, first two didn't work. Nice hotel and got free breakfast. We booked for 2 people but didn't get to use the 2nd BF meal when we had guests. GF, had guests a few times over with no fee or issues. Some bugs inside mostly drain flys, didn't notice any mosquitos or bites. Gets a bit noisy at night stops around 2 am, so just party til late and you should be good. Workers can get loud so if your on the 2nd floor you'll probably start hearing them early in the morning laughing and giggling.

[QUOTE=IronMerc;2766145]Hello brothers,

Planning my visit to Pattaya, wanted to know if guests are allowed in apartment in central pattaya (B**e) when booked using airbnb.

Kindly suggest.

Also open to suggestions for 2 bed 2 bath places in pattaya closer to walking street.

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Just returned from two months in Thailand spending 48 nights at Grand Avenue Condos on Soi 15. Beautiful place with nice one and two bedroom condos. The place was definetly GF. My room on the 8th floor overlooked the pool and I wached many a girl cleaning the guys place in the mornings and girls laying around the pool in the afternoons. There were signs in the elevators about <30 day stays being illeagle but I saw many rooms booked for only a week or two.

I used Airbnb and the price was about $30 per day with 20 tb a day for the electric. The company was MonthStayz they were very professional. The lady I checked out with told me I could save some money by booking directly rather than using Airbnb. They have a lot of properties in the Edge, Base and Grand as well as Jomtiem. It appears they mostly want 30 day or longer stays and you can find thier website at [URL]https://www.monthstayzthailand.com/pattaya/[/URL].

Probably the worse part of staying at Grand Avenue was waking through Soi Boomerang on my way back to the condo. Heaven Above was tough to pass many a night.

[QUOTE=BogieMaker;2780216]there were signs in the elevators about <30 day stays being illeagle but I saw many rooms booked for only a week or two.[/QUOTE]Yes is true, but most hosts don't give a fuck and rent their apartment for daily and weekly on airbnb.

[QUOTE=BogieMaker;2780216] The company was MonthStayz they were very professional. The lady I checked out with told me I could save some money by booking directly rather than using Airbnb. They have a lot of properties in the Edge, Base and Grand as well as Jomtiem. It appears they mostly want 30 day or longer stays and you can find thier website at [URL]https://www.monthstayzthailand.com/pattaya/[/URL].
[/QUOTE]Thanks for the company links, most of the real estate agencies that I have contacted only looking for long term rent and don't care for less than 6 months. Anyway their website sucks, and most condo page not works.

I also went to several condos with a Thai friend to ask for contacts to rent for 30 days but almost all of them told me that they didn't manage the apartments and to contact real estate agencies, FUCK.

+1 Thanks for the link Bogie. Too bad they don't do Bangkok too.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2780237] Anyway their website sucks, and most condo page not works.
[/QUOTE]I agree thier web site sucks since they list 224 properties on Airbnb. It is hard to find all listings for a host on the Airbnb site so here is the link to thier landing page. I have found this is a good way to find reviews on thier other properties if they do not have any reviews for the property you are interested in.

[URL]https://www.airbnb.com/users/show/368330[/URL]

My future plan is to find places on Airbnb and then contacting the company directly to see if I can get a better deal. You could try contacting them at whatsapp +66 81 9300559.

Or Line at goldstargroup.

Anyway hope the link helps.

[QUOTE=BogieMaker;2780668]I agree thier web site sucks since they list 224 properties on Airbnb. It is hard to find all listings for a host on the Airbnb site so here is the link to thier landing page. I have found this is a good way to find reviews on thier other properties if they do not have any reviews for the property you are interested in.

[URL]https://www.airbnb.com/users/show/368330[/URL]

My future plan is to find places on Airbnb and then contacting the company directly to see if I can get a better deal. You could try contacting them at whatsapp +66 81 9300559.

Or Line at goldstargroup.

Anyway hope the link helps.[/QUOTE]Great info. Thank you so much.

Thank you and everyone for your suggestions. Was able to get a place near two spots and a brisk walk to soi 6. It's my maiden voyage to the land of smiles, both my penis and I are excited for this.

[QUOTE=Bunky;2779981]You're in the right forum, but on the wrong page. Go back 5 pages and read forward. You'll find a veritable MOUNTAIN of information.

http://www.internationalsexguide.nl/forum/showthread.php?1875-Pattaya-Hotels/page5

Bunky[/QUOTE]

Does anyone have any experience with hotels or apartments that are good for light sleepers? Specifically in quiet areas and / or soundproofed well. Preferable budget is up to $100/ night, but can stretch to $150/ night if there's an outstanding soundproofed option at that price.

[QUOTE=BPalacio;2782283]Does anyone have any experience with hotels or apartments that are good for light sleepers? Specifically in quiet areas and / or soundproofed well. Preferable budget is up to $100/ night, but can stretch to $150/ night if there's an outstanding soundproofed option at that price.[/QUOTE]Just my opinion, but the noise level in the area around the hotel is more important than the soundproofing of the hotel.

I have in the past recommended the Whitehouse Condotel, for a variety of reasons. One of them was the chill vibe and low noise level. The noise level on Soi 13 near the hotel is low, especially by the standards of central Pattaya. Moreover, the Whitehouse attracts a lot of golfers who tend to retire early and get an early start in the morning. So if you're looking for someplace quiet, check it out.

[QUOTE=Bunky;2782287]Just my opinion, but the noise level in the area around the hotel is more important than the soundproofing of the hotel.[/QUOTE]Plus, there can be a big difference between rooms within the same hotel. When booking (eg through Agoda) it may be a good idea to send a message to the hotel to the tune of "I would like a quiet room".

Central Pattaya, or Bangkok for that matter, are hit and miss regarding noise. You're never far away from the nearest pneumatic drill or the nearest noisy bar. Some people can (learn to) sleep with ear plugs. Bring your own wax ear plugs, they're not easy to find in Thailand. Non-wax ear plugs are no good.

[QUOTE=BPalacio;2782283]Does anyone have any experience with hotels or apartments that are good for light sleepers? [/QUOTE]As mentioned by Bunky, soi13 is usually a quiet soi for a Central Pattaya location. But if you want to stay out of the center look for the small soi in Pratamnak and Kasetsin (Cozy Beach).

I'm a light sleepers and always go to the bed early and I always had good sleep in Pratamnak Hill / Cozy Beach.

[QUOTE=BogieMaker;2780668]
[URL]https://www.airbnb.com/users/show/368330[/URL]
My future plan is to find places on Airbnb and then contacting the company directly to see if I can get a better deal. You could try contacting them at whatsapp +66 81 9300559.
Or Line at goldstargroup.
[/QUOTE]I checked their ads, setting the period I'm interested in (low season) and a maximum of €500 for 30 days. Out of over 220 ads, only 3 are available. Also they want 8000 baht cash deposit at check in, crazy!

I also looked at the apartment I stayed in in June 2022, the price doubled and the host doesn't even give me a discount privately.

Seems the prices on airbnb are skyrocket for the next low season.

Not found anything here on the search.

Does anyone have any report on the Apartments or the xpress Apartments in Buakhoao?

Thanks.

[QUOTE=Mombie75;2783768]Not found anything here on the search.

Does anyone have any report on the Apartments or the xpress Apartments in Buakhoao?

Thanks.[/QUOTE]That should of read the Xpress apartments or Xpress Apartments.

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2782355]As mentioned by Bunky, soi13 is usually a quiet soi for a Central Pattaya location. But if you want to stay out of the center look for the small soi in Pratamnak and Kasetsin (Cozy Beach).

I'm a light sleepers and always go to the bed early and I always had good sleep in Pratamnak Hill / Cozy Beach.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the suggestion. I think I will find a place in Pratamnak Hill. Do you have any hotel suggestions in particular? I am thinking Cross Pattaya Pratamnak hotel because it seems to have good reviews. I just am hesitant because some people claim it's very quiet, but then there is the odd review or two that claims it's ear-shatteringly loud. Would appreciate if you had any hotel suggestions. Got burned with a week of absolute chaos and noise at the J W Marriott in Bangkok and now running on basically no sleep. And I need some quiet rest badly.

[QUOTE=BPalacio;2784253] I think I will find a place in Pratamnak Hill. Do you have any hotel suggestions in particular? I am thinking Cross Pattaya Pratamnak hotel because it seems to have good reviews. I just am hesitant because some people claim it's very quiet, but then there is the odd review or two that claims it's ear-shatteringly loud. Would appreciate if you had any hotel suggestions. Got burned with a week of absolute chaos and noise at the J W Marriott in Bangkok and now running on basically no sleep. And I need some quiet rest badly.[/QUOTE]The 2 Phra Tamnak Hill hotels that come to my mind are the InterContinental and the Royal Cliff Beach Terrace with the Intercontinental being the most luxurious (and quiet) hotel in all of Pattaya. The hotel grounds are really nice. But you do pay a price for the location and the peace & quiet. It is not like you can walk back and forth to the Go Go's every night with girls. Ha Ha. You will have to take taxis when you are with a girl. These hotels are great, however, if you already have a girl and want to spend a few days together just you and her. It's very romantic and you don't have to fly south to enjoy it.

[QUOTE=BPalacio;2784253]Got burned with a week of absolute chaos and noise at the J W Marriott in Bangkok and now running on basically no sleep. And I need some quiet rest badly.[/QUOTE]My advice is go to Pattaya book a secluded hotel for first night then go out at night to some parts of town. I'm sure Pratumnak Hill is quiet but there's absolutely nothing to do there other than Kinnaree and Cosy Beach Club and no access to a convenient baht bus. Guess it's ok if you don't mind walking 3 kms to Walking Street or if you have a motorbike. For a more convenient place I'd go somewhere a bit more baht bus accessible. You can try the new Space Grand Centrepoint on Naklua Road. Google it if you don't know it. There are bars on Naklua Road but they are not noisy except for the very odd night. I'm sure if you stay on a high floor facing the water you'll be good. If you want to be a bit safer go down the hill and try Centara Grand Mirage near Wongamat Beach. For something more convenient ie. right on the baht bus route you can try Dusit Thani. I've only been for dinner and not stayed there but that hotel is so massive I'm certain that you won't hear any bar music in your room. Again, my first suggestion is the best. Book one night and go from there. These 5 star hotels usually don't sell out so you can book the night before.

Nicest hotels I have been to in Pratamnak Hill (small sample size) are the Royal Cliff Beach hotel and Intercontinental. Only to eat at each.

[QUOTE=BPalacio;2784253]Thanks for the suggestion. I think I will find a place in Pratamnak Hill. Do you have any hotel suggestions in particular? I am thinking Cross Pattaya Pratamnak hotel because it seems to have good reviews. I just am hesitant because some people claim it's very quiet, but then there is the odd review or two that claims it's ear-shatteringly loud. Would appreciate if you had any hotel suggestions. [/QUOTE]I can't suggest you any hotel, because I always stay in apartment from Airbnb. But I have a friend who stayed at Unique Regency in Pratamnak soi5, with rooms facing the back and he said is slept well.

What I can suggest is to take hotel in some little side soi, so no bars and no traffic.

Pratamnak soi 2 and 3 are the best soi for quiet. Pratamnak soi4 is not much busy. Pratamnak soi5 start to have a lot of restuarant, bars and clubs after the why junction. Pratamnak soi6 have the night market, I don't know what time they close.

Cozy Beach should be fine everywhere, there could be traffic noise in the main Kasetsin Road with motorbike running fast with rigged mufflers and big buses. So look for hotel in the side soi. The Hill bar in Cozy Beach in Rajchawaroon can be noise sometimes.

I always go sleep before 1 am and I can't tolerate noise from bars or from traffic, so is always a nightmare to choose the right condo for me.

Keep in mind that stay in Pratamnak / Cozy beach without motorbike is a pain in the ass, you will need to use Bolt mototaxi everytime.

Good day,

I have a good amount of points from both Marriott and Hilton and want to ask opinions about either the Marriott Courtyard or the Hilton hotel in Pattaya. I suspect neither is very close to the main fun areas, but wanted to know if they are a reasonable distance. I suspect I would be taking a lady back with me (preferred), or find something like a massage gal that has onsite options.

TIA.

Sky.

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2792801]Good day,

I have a good amount of points from both Marriott and Hilton and want to ask opinions about either the Marriott Courtyard or the Hilton hotel in Pattaya. I suspect neither is very close to the main fun areas, but wanted to know if they are a reasonable distance. I suspect I would be taking a lady back with me (preferred), or find something like a massage gal that has onsite options.

TIA.

Sky.[/QUOTE]I have never been in the Courtyard but I have been to the Hilton many times. Hilton is a beautiful hotel attached to Central Festival mall. The location is great, better than Courtyard, but don't plan on getting in house massage with extras at either place.

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2792801]Good day,

I have a good amount of points from both Marriott and Hilton and want to ask opinions about either the Marriott Courtyard or the Hilton hotel in Pattaya. I suspect neither is very close to the main fun areas, but wanted to know if they are a reasonable distance. I suspect I would be taking a lady back with me (preferred), or find something like a massage gal that has onsite options.

TIA.

Sky.[/QUOTE]In my opinion, I think the Hilton is probably the best location in town. Treetown is within walking distance as is both Walking Street and Soi 6 but these two are also readily accessed via baht bus.

[QUOTE=AxelHeyst;2784258]The 2 Phra Tamnak Hill hotels that come to my mind are the InterContinental and the Royal Cliff Beach Terrace with the Intercontinental being the most luxurious (and quiet) hotel in all of Pattaya. The hotel grounds are really nice. But you do pay a price for the location and the peace & quiet. It is not like you can walk back and forth to the Go Go's every night with girls. Ha Ha. You will have to take taxis when you are with a girl. These hotels are great, however, if you already have a girl and want to spend a few days together just you and her. It's very romantic and you don't have to fly south to enjoy it.[/QUOTE]No baht buses on Pratumnak hill though, and getting a Bolt taxi for the ride back home from the central Pattaya chaos can be frustrating.

Regarding noise, sleeping with ear plugs (wax!) is easier in Thailand than in colder countries if you set the aircon at, say, 25-27 degrees instead of 21-23. That's because the wax stays soft within the ear at warmer temperatures.

Jomtien Beach has baht buses driving by. It is on average quieter than central Pattaya but still no guarantee. With any accomodation in Thailand, you're never far away from the nearest grinder or peumatic drill. I stayed 5 nights at Jomtien Palm Beach resort. Good value for money if you don't mind russian being spoken all around you. I had a real view to the sea for under 2000 baht/night and I was high up and far away from any traffic. The hotel was not full though. I might get noisy once the hordes (Chinese?) are back.

I'm musing on taking a second trip, not even a year after my first. However the only major hurdle is the flight. I can do the flight, but I really don't want to fly 15 hours in coach. Why is premium economy 2. 5 x the cost of coach fucksake.

Does anyone know if any of the hotels in stumbling distance of the 6 are good? Centara Pattaya or Hotel Selection Pattaya? Anything that is a short walk that wouldn't constitute a bolt to get to and from the 6.

I had been recommended blackwoods Hotel Pattaya for my second trip, but that is a bit far from the 6 for me to walk. Ideally I'd like to be closer.

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2798293]I'm musing on taking a second trip, not even a year after my first. However the only major hurdle is the flight. I can do the flight, but I really don't want to fly 15 hours in coach. Why is premium economy 2. 5 x the cost of coach fucksake.

Does anyone know if any of the hotels in stumbling distance of the 6 are good? Centara Pattaya or Hotel Selection Pattaya? Anything that is a short walk that wouldn't constitute a bolt to get to and from the 6.

I had been recommended blackwoods Hotel Pattaya for my second trip, but that is a bit far from the 6 for me to walk. Ideally I'd like to be closer.[/QUOTE]I've used Centara Pattaya just at the top of 6 and could not fault it. Had a pool view interconnecting room with my wing man. GF and breakfast was good.

[QUOTE=Mombie75;2798355]I've used Centara Pattaya just at the top of 6 and could not fault it. Had a pool view interconnecting room with my wing man. GF and breakfast was good.[/QUOTE]Does Centara being serviced apartments have kitchenettes with stoves?

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2798293]I'm musing on taking a second trip, not even a year after my first. However the only major hurdle is the flight. I can do the flight, but I really don't want to fly 15 hours in coach. Why is premium economy 2. 5 x the cost of coach fucksake.

Does anyone know if any of the hotels in stumbling distance of the 6 are good? Centara Pattaya or Hotel Selection Pattaya? Anything that is a short walk that wouldn't constitute a bolt to get to and from the 6.

I had been recommended blackwoods Hotel Pattaya for my second trip, but that is a bit far from the 6 for me to walk. Ideally I'd like to be closer.[/QUOTE]I've stayed at the Altera Hotel and Residence which is a 3 minute walk from the 6. Very nice property, great pool and breakfast was included.

Thank you kindly. Once I can convince myself to take the flight, I'm going to book one of those.

Cheers.

[QUOTE=WayneRoberts;2798370]Does Centara being serviced apartments have kitchenettes with stoves?[/QUOTE]Was the hotel I stayed in. Do not know anything about apartments.

Hey guys, I RTTF but couldn't find out if One Patio Hotel in Pattaya is girl friendly. Does anyone have the answer?

[QUOTE=Romannico;2801882]Hey guys, I RTTF but couldn't find out if One Patio Hotel in Pattaya is girl friendly. Does anyone have the answer?[/QUOTE]Man who's want to share a patio with other guests! 55555.

[URL]https://www.onepatiopattaya.com/contact/[/URL]

But it looks like you can email or line them. There's no need to beat around the Bush. They know what you mean if you say you are bringing a guest.

Don't even think about staying in Jomtien if you want action. Stayed at the Andaz in Jomtien a couple of weeks ago, thought I could get a balance of sex and leisure. Too secluded, 30 minutes Bolt ride away from Pattaya City. Girls were upset when they found out I was staying in Jomtien. But did barfine a hottie for LT. The resort was top-notch, room was spacious, big bathtub and shower for some good GFE use to set the girl's mood up, girl-friendly, no ID drop-off required and no question asked. Details in Pattaya Reports thread.

[QUOTE=Gladiator69;2803819]Don't even think about staying in Jomtien if you want action. Stayed at the Andaz in Jomtien a couple of weeks ago, thought I could get a balance of sex and leisure. Too secluded, 30 minutes Bolt ride away from Pattaya City. Girls were upset when they found out I was staying in Jomtien. But did barfine a hottie for LT.[/QUOTE]Of course the girls were upset, this place is too far. Is not in Jomtien Beach, is in Na Jomtien near the waterpark on the Sukhumvit! Why you took a place so far?

[QUOTE=ChristianG;2803894]Of course the girls were upset, this place is too far. Is not in Jomtien Beach, is in Na Jomtien near the waterpark on the Sukhumvit! Why you took a place so far?[/QUOTE]My bad. I thought it was closer than it actually was.

[QUOTE=Romannico;2801882]Hey guys, I RTTF but couldn't find out if One Patio Hotel in Pattaya is girl friendly. Does anyone have the answer?[/QUOTE]I tried contacting them in October for a stay in November, never got a response. So I stayed in a different hotel.

Good day all.

I am planning to make my inaugural visit to Pattaya with the plan of having some minor dental work done at the end of May timeframe. I normally stay at either Bonvoy (Marriott, Sheraton) or Hilton (also Doubletree) due to the goodies given because of my reasonable status. What I am finding is that those properties (with a few exceptions) tend not to be so convenient to the fun places. And their pricing is tough to deal with these days following the re-opening. I have read this thread and a couple of others back far enough to where it make sense but would like to put a question to the group. What hotels in Pattaya would you recommend that might be similar in style, service to the above hotels, that might offer a better value and are walking / reasonable Tuk Tuk distance to most of the fun areas. If this too broad a question, please accept my apologies and thanks to all that take the time to reply.

Sky.

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2809511]Good day all.

I am planning to make my inaugural visit to Pattaya with the plan of having some minor dental work done at the end of May timeframe. I normally stay at either Bonvoy (Marriott, Sheraton) or Hilton (also Doubletree) due to the goodies given because of my reasonable status. What I am finding is that those properties (with a few exceptions) tend not to be so convenient to the fun places. And their pricing is tough to deal with these days following the re-opening. I have read this thread and a couple of others back far enough to where it make sense but would like to put a question to the group. What hotels in Pattaya would you recommend that might be similar in style, service to the above hotels, that might offer a better value and are walking / reasonable Tuk Tuk distance to most of the fun areas. If this too broad a question, please accept my apologies and thanks to all that take the time to reply..[/QUOTE]It would help if you included your price range.

Yes Hiltons and Marriotts tend to be overpriced in Pattaya.

Just search five star hotels in your desired area and you'll be fine.

Have a look at Hermann Hotel, a great location next to the beach with oceanview rooms on Soi 12. The hotel is about 2 years old, very nice, and usually reasonably priced. When I checked it out last fall the walk up price was lower than the online pricing. Would also look at Blackwoods, an upscale hotel on Soi 7. Also Grande Centerpointe Terminal 21 which is attached to the mall. Kavara is a brand new hotel with a great location. It is so new that it still may be under construction but it will open soon if not open already. Also check out LK The Empress which is a beachfront hotel. Holiday Inn is beachfront, luxurious but just not as convenient to the action.

I would go with Hermann or Blackwoods personally if I were looking for something on the fancy side.

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2809511]What hotels in Pattaya would you recommend that might be similar in style, service to the above hotels, that might offer a better value and are walking / reasonable tuk-tuk distance to most of the fun areas?[/QUOTE]Nobody travels by tuk-tuk in Pattaya. Sounds like Mr. Ryder is unfamiliar with the lay of the land. I suggest he buy an old-fashioned map and give it a little study. Fire up you favorite search engine and search for "Groovy map of Pattaya." He'll see that the parts of Pattaya favored by naughty boys are quite small and close together. If he stays in the central part of town, he can walk to most of them, or take the baht bus. Google "Pattaya baht bus map" to see the different routes.

As for lodging, sounds like Mr. Ryder is looking for something rather upscale. You get what you pay for, and luxury digs are going to cost. Generally speaking, you get more bang for the buck the farther east you go. Anything east of Soi Buakao will offer better value for money. There are several hotels in the LK chain in Pattaya, and they're well reviewed. The Areca Lodge has some nice rooms. There are also some nice condos at the View Talay 6 offered for short term rentals. That place is about as central as it's possible to be.

Bunky

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2809511]Good day all.

I am planning to make my inaugural visit to Pattaya with the plan of having some minor dental work done at the end of May timeframe. I normally stay at either Bonvoy (Marriott, Sheraton) or Hilton (also Doubletree) due to the goodies given because of my reasonable status. What I am finding is that those properties (with a few exceptions) tend not to be so convenient to the fun places. And their pricing is tough to deal with these days following the re-opening. I have read this thread and a couple of others back far enough to where it make sense but would like to put a question to the group. What hotels in Pattaya would you recommend that might be similar in style, service to the above hotels, that might offer a better value and are walking / reasonable Tuk Tuk distance to most of the fun areas. If this too broad a question, please accept my apologies and thanks to all that take the time to reply.

Sky.[/QUOTE]We had this conversation back in February. My answer remains the same. In my opinion, I think the Hilton is probably the best location in town. Treetown is within walking distance as is both Walking Street and Soi 6 but these two are also readily accessed via baht bus.

Hi All.

I am planning a trip this June.

I am looking for room or condo or villa or apartment with private pool or hot tub.

Please let me know if anyone has any suggestions.

Thanks.

[QUOTE=Fmojo;2809625]We had this conversation back in February. My answer remains the same. In my opinion, I think the Hilton is probably the best location in town. Treetown is within walking distance as is both Walking Street and Soi 6 but these two are also readily accessed via baht bus.[/QUOTE]Fmojo, You are 100% correct. Unfortunately that trip didn't happen, if it had come off as planned, I would have been happy to stay at the Hilton. It seems that many are happy to stay at the Hilton, as the price I was able to get in Feb / March is no longer available, and its not close. I don't think I am a cheap charlie type, but was asking to see if there were similar options. Thanks for the Treetown mention, I will give it a look.

Best,

Sky.

[QUOTE=Bunky;2809621]Nobody travels by tuk-tuk in Pattaya. Sounds like Mr. Ryder is unfamiliar with the lay of the land. I suggest he buy an old-fashioned map and give it a little study. Fire up you favorite search engine and search for "Groovy map of Pattaya." He'll see that the parts of Pattaya favored by naughty boys are quite small and close together. If he stays in the central part of town, he can walk to most of them, or take the baht bus. Google "Pattaya baht bus map" to see the different routes.

As for lodging, sounds like Mr. Ryder is looking for something rather upscale. You get what you pay for, and luxury digs are going to cost. Generally speaking, you get more bang for the buck the farther east you go. Anything east of Soi Buakao will offer better value for money. There are several hotels in the LK chain in Pattaya, and they're well reviewed. The Areca Lodge has some nice rooms. There are also some nice condos at the View Talay 6 offered for short term rentals. That place is about as central as it's possible to be.

Bunky[/QUOTE]Greetings Mr. Bunky,

Thank you for your reply, I now realize I need to be more explicit in my postings as to make sure those who read them will be left with no doubt as to my meaning. I would have thought that "I am planning to make my inaugural visit to Pattaya with the plan of having some minor dental work done at the end of May timeframe. " As well as "I have read this thread and a couple of others back far enough to where it make sense but would like to put a question to the group. " , would have indicated that you are correct. It is in fact my first visit, but probably better just to say that, lesson learned. While I can appreciate that using a map has it's advantages, even with names of hotels written in bold print it would not have been much good since I would have no experience. My purpose was to have access to the vast knowledge of those who read this forum and if they are so inclined to leave a message for my benefit. I am pretty sure that I indicated I had in fact read the forum a reasonable number of pages back. It doesn't seem to be that information coming from pre-2000 is likely to be that germane to today's environment. I do appreciate your offerings and will endeavor to be less obtuse in future postings. Thank you for your time.

Sky.

[QUOTE=Allover;2809571]Have a look at Hermann Hotel, a great location next to the beach with oceanview rooms on Soi 12. The hotel is about 2 years old, very nice, and usually reasonably priced. When I checked it out last fall the walk up price was lower than the online pricing. Would also look at Blackwoods, an upscale hotel on Soi 7. Also Grande Centerpointe Terminal 21 which is attached to the mall. Kavara is a brand new hotel with a great location. It is so new that it still may be under construction but it will open soon if not open already. Also check out LK The Empress which is a beachfront hotel. Holiday Inn is beachfront, luxurious but just not as convenient to the action.

I would go with Hermann or Blackwoods personally if I were looking for something on the fancy side.[/QUOTE]Thank you allover! I will take a look at all of these hotels and see what fits. I do appreciate the effort to respond.

Sky.

[QUOTE=CaliGuy33;2809531]It would help if you included your price range.

Yes Hiltons and Marriotts tend to be overpriced in Pattaya.

Just search five star hotels in your desired area and you'll be fine.[/QUOTE]Thank you for taking the time to reply. I thought that naming the hotels I was asking for comparison would be a easy way to make suggestions, but it seems I should have just posted the price of the Hilton or Marriott and then asked what kind of hotels are options for a reasonable amount less. I will make sure to do it different in the future. Finding names of 5 start hotels is the easy part, the more difficult part is getting opinions from people that I have a pretty good idea are looking for similar amenities, at least that was my intent.

Sly.

One of the popular affordable nicer hotels in the heart of Pattaya has always been Baraquda. It's part of the MGallery by Sofitel group. A smaller boutique style hotel on Beach Road is The Wave. A bit further out there are the new Space Hotel in Naklua or Dusit Thani at the Dolphin Round, both on baht bus routes. Now if you want true upscale, stay at the Royal Cliff in Pratumnak Hill. Can never go wrong with Royal Cliff if it's within your budget.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2809787]One of the popular affordable nicer hotels in the heart of Pattaya has always been Baraquda. It's part of the MGallery by Sofitel group. A smaller boutique style hotel on Beach Road is The Wave. A bit further out there are the new Space Hotel in Naklua or Dusit Thani at the Dolphin Round, both on baht bus routes. Now if you want true upscale, stay at the Royal Cliff in Pratumnak Hill. Can never go wrong with Royal Cliff if it's within your budget.[/QUOTE]I forgot about Baraquda which I have stayed at several times and enjoyed it. Great location, good rooms, and good breakfast buffet. Highly recommended for a first time visitor IMHO.

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2809770]Thank you for taking the time to reply. I thought that naming the hotels I was asking for comparison would be a easy way to make suggestions, but it seems I should have just posted the price of the Hilton or Marriott and then asked what kind of hotels are options for a reasonable amount less. I will make sure to do it different in the future. Finding names of 5 start hotels is the easy part, the more difficult part is getting opinions from people that I have a pretty good idea are looking for similar amenities, at least that was my intent..[/QUOTE]It also depends on what area you want to be in (Central Pattaya, Tree Town, WS, Soi 6 etc.). For instance one commenter mentioned Grande Center Point which is on average around $100 whilst the Hilton is on average around $150. Hilton is very central to everything whereas Grande Center Point is north, albeit on the baht bus route.

I don't know how long you plan to be in Pattaya, but perhaps just book the first two or three nights ahead of time and see how you like the hotel and location and then decide how to proceed. One of the best things about Patts is how easy and convenient it is to switch hotels because everything is compact and close. I never book more than three nights at a time.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2809787]One of the popular affordable nicer hotels in the heart of Pattaya has always been Baraquda. It's part of the MGallery by Sofitel group. A smaller boutique style hotel on Beach Road is The Wave. A bit further out there are the new Space Hotel in Naklua or Dusit Thani at the Dolphin Round, both on baht bus routes. Now if you want true upscale, stay at the Royal Cliff in Pratumnak Hill. Can never go wrong with Royal Cliff if it's within your budget.[/QUOTE]Thanks to you and Allover. I appreciate it very much. I suspect that I will find a more than suitable hotel from these suggestions. I will admit that having a nice "status" with a hotel chain does it's job of bringing you back, but I am going to break out on this trip and see what the other options are like. I will report back when the trip is done.

Best,

Sky.

[QUOTE=CaliGuy33;2809886]I
I don't know how long you plan to be in Pattaya, but perhaps just book the first two or three nights ahead of time and see how you like the hotel and location and then decide how to proceed. One of the best things about Patts is how easy and convenient it is to switch hotels because everything is compact and close. I never book more than three nights at a time.[/QUOTE]Actually that is a great suggestion, I appreciate it. Will give it a try. After this first go around I will have a "boots on the ground" idea of how much trouble needing to take a baht bus or Grab car causes to get back and forth to the hotel.

Best,

Sky.

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2809947] take a baht bus or Grab car causes to get back and forth to the hotel.[/QUOTE]No Grab in Pattaya. Only huge scammer taxis and the odd Bolt driver here and there. Bolt is cheap so if you can get one that's great. A taxi from a hotel not on the main baht bus route may run you upwards to 200-300 baht per direction. There are also motorbikes for 50-100 baht but make sure you have good travel insurance for that. What I'm trying to say is get the lay of the land, figure out which area you will be going to most and get your hotel there along a 10 baht baht bus route. Safest area for first timers who enjoy bars is between South Pattaya and North Pattaya Road between Beach Road and Soi Buakhao.

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2809762]Fmojo, You are 100% correct. Unfortunately that trip didn't happen, if it had come off as planned, I would have been happy to stay at the Hilton. It seems that many are happy to stay at the Hilton, as the price I was able to get in Feb / March is no longer available, and its not close. I don't think I am a cheap charlie type, but was asking to see if there were similar options. Thanks for the Treetown mention, I will give it a look.

Best,

Sky.[/QUOTE]Sorry bro; I didn't mean to sound like a dick. I thought the Hilton was still an option for you. Depending on what kind of accommodations you require, I have rented a condo at View Talay 6 my last two trips. It is right next to the Hilton and is a great location as well. And it is really quite affordable. Google Honey's Coffee House as she is the manager of many units there. Good luck!

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2809787]One of the popular affordable nicer hotels in the heart of Pattaya has always been Baraquda. It's part of the MGallery by Sofitel group. A smaller boutique style hotel on Beach Road is The Wave. * * * Safest area for first timers who enjoy bars is between South Pattaya and North Pattaya Road between Beach Road and Soi Buakhao.[/QUOTE]I stayed at the Baraquda when I visited Pattaya for the first time. Splashed out and got a suite, which was very nice. If the Baraquda fits your price range, it's a solid choice.

As Mr. Boi notes, first-time visitors should probably book lodging in the area bounded by the beach on the west and Soi Buakhao on the east. Given the recent rise of Tree Town as a naughty boy draw, and the increasing action on Soi LK Metro, Soi Chaiyapoon and environs, I'm less enthusiastic about the north end of town than he seems to be. I recommend staying south of Pattaya Central Road and north of South Pattaya Road. In that area Tree Town and the surrounding area is within easy walking distance. As is the Central Festival high rise mall, and absolutely everything you'd ever need in the way of dining, shopping, laundry, gyms, barbers, cinema etc. When you head out for the evening, if you fancy Soi 6 it's silly simple to use the baht buses to go north on Second Rd. If you prefer Walking Street, take a southbound baht bus on Beach Road. For those of you who have been to Manhattan, the guidance is similar: For short distances, especially east and west, walking is easy. For longer distances, especially north and south jump on a baht bus.

I'm jealous. A gent only gets one chance to visit for the first time.

Bunky.

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2809945]Thanks to you and Allover. I appreciate it very much. I suspect that I will find a more than suitable hotel from these suggestions. I will admit that having a nice "status" with a hotel chain does it's job of bringing you back, but I am going to break out on this trip and see what the other options are like. I will report back when the trip is done..[/QUOTE]Insider tip on Pattaya hotels: LK President. This hotel catered to busloads of Chinese tour groups, which have evaporated due to the outbreak. It is decorated in garish Rococo, with lots of fake gold, targeted at the "taste" of said Chinese. Very attractive deals can be had due to the absence of Chinese clientele. Hotel is strategically located at 3rd Street opposite to what officially is called Soi Chalermphrakiat 25, but what is better known as "Soi Chayapoon" or "Soi Pothole," an up&coming Soi with tons of bars, Gentlemen Clubs and massage joints.

[QUOTE=Zhuren;2811740]Insider tip on Pattaya hotels: LK President. This hotel catered to busloads of Chinese tour groups, which have evaporated due to the outbreak. It is decorated in garish Rococo, with lots of fake gold, targeted at the "taste" of said Chinese. Very attractive deals can be had due to the absence of Chinese clientele. Hotel is strategically located at 3rd Street opposite to what officially is called Soi Chalermphrakiat 25, but what is better known as "Soi Chayapoon" or "Soi Pothole," an up&coming Soi with tons of bars, Gentlemen Clubs and massage joints.[/QUOTE]Thank you Zhuren! I appreciate the referral! I will for certain take a look. I mean who doesn't like red wall paper and gold tassels! Of maybe I just spent too many years on the mainland and developed some of those tastes! Those were some very good evenings at Maggie's and CP. I am happy that I had a chance to experience them both. However, living above a massage business and across the street from one of the best saunas in CP just about killed me. Probably good I left before the downfall.

The "Northern Sisters" are still some of my all time best life experiences. That involve female companionship.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2809963]No Grab in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]Are you sure? I used to book a lot of Grabs in Pattaya before switching to Bolt. Maybe I was drunk and out of it, but the Grab app just offered me two choices of drivers 8 minutes away, one "Just Grab," the other "Grab for Ladies. By ladies for ladies. " Bolt drivers were plenty when I was in Pattaya 2 weeks ago.

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2811966] I mean who doesn't like red wall paper and gold tassels! Of maybe I just spent too many years on the mainland and developed some of those tastes! [/QUOTE]You'll feel right at home then. I'm still in occasional touch with one of the leaders of the golden hordes. She says Mongol girls aren't traveling that much anymore. Says there is a smattering of Mongol girls at Joe Bananas in Wanchai, and at the Brix bar of the Singapore Hyatt.

[QUOTE=Zhuren;2811986]Are you sure? I used to book a lot of Grabs in Pattaya before switching to Bolt.[/QUOTE]Sorry you're right there may in fact be Grab but since they were twice the price of Bolt when I checked I removed them from my memory.

So no longer any long waits for Bolt drivers? Good to hear cause I no longer stay in the tourist Pattaya area and Bolt is a must for me.

Has this happened to anyone?

I was checking out of a hotel in Pattaya. Then the front desk staff member said I used their condoms in the room.

I think there was a basket containing toiletries in the room on top of the refrigerator.

I never use those because I bring my own condoms. I didn't even know there were condoms in the basket.

The mf guest before me must have used them and left without paying for them.

And I was on the hook for 100 Baht for the condoms.

I told them several times that I did not use them.

Not use.

It was not a pleasant conversation arguing about condoms that I didn't even know existed.

[QUOTE=Falcon95;2812049]Has this happened to anyone?

I was checking out of a hotel in Pattaya. Then the front desk staff member said I used their condoms in the room.

I think there was a basket containing toiletries in the room on top of the refrigerator.

I never use those because I bring my own condoms. I didn't even know there were condoms in the basket.

The mf guest before me must have used them and left without paying for them.

And I was on the hook for 100 Baht for the condoms.

I told them several times that I did not use them..[/QUOTE]I wonder if one of your girls stuffed them in her purse? She may have thought they were provided free.

[QUOTE=Zhuren;2811740]Insider tip on Pattaya hotels: LK President. This hotel catered to busloads of Chinese tour groups, which have evaporated due to the outbreak. It is decorated in garish Rococo, with lots of fake gold, targeted at the "taste" of said Chinese. Very attractive deals can be had due to the absence of Chinese clientele. Hotel is strategically located at 3rd Street opposite to what officially is called Soi Chalermphrakiat 25, but what is better known as "Soi Chayapoon" or "Soi Pothole," an up&coming Soi with tons of bars, Gentlemen Clubs and massage joints.[/QUOTE]Mr. Zhuren knows whereof he speaks. Like many hotels east of Soi Buakhao, or even east of Third Road, the LK President offers value for money. Budget tight? There's the LK Legend. Not quite the Dark Side. But on the way there. If you're willing to spend a little more to stay steps from the beach, check out the LK Empress and the LK Residence. If you prefer to stay a little farther north (and closer to Soi Six!) consider the LK Royal Suite or the LK Royal Wing.

[URL]https://www.lkpattaya.com/[/URL]

This one is always comparatively cheap because it lies at the wrong side of 3rd road. Unlike Beach Road and 2nd Road, 3rd Road is a high-speed thoroughfare where traffic doesn't expect many pedestrians to cross. No crosswalks of course. Could be a death trap.

I stayed at LK President for 1 night on NYE. Decided to stay there after canceling my trip to Japan and everything else was so expensive at the last minute that night. Everything about the hotel is the same quality you would expect at the other LK hotels. Actually, I believe it's newer than the others. I would pick Empress, Metropole, and Residence over it purely because of location.

I tried the cheapest LK hotel for 1 night just for the fun of it and I wanted a place near M Club. It's LK 19 Nineteen on Soi 19 between Buakhao and 3rd Road. Room was tiny. Not really LK standards but I think it was around $15 USD for the night back in 2016. The 2 maids were about the 2 cutest maids I had ever seen at a Thailand hotel. Regret not asking for some maid service.

[QUOTE=Bunky;2812210]Mr. Zhuren knows whereof he speaks. Like many hotels east of Soi Buakhao, or even east of Third Road, the LK President offers value for money. Budget tight? There's the LK Legend. Not quite the Dark Side. But on the way there. If you're willing to spend a little more to stay steps from the beach, check out the LK Empress and the LK Residence. If you prefer to stay a little farther north (and closer to Soi Six!) consider the LK Royal Suite or the LK Royal Wing.

[URL]https://www.lkpattaya.com/[/URL][/QUOTE]I just returned from an eight night stay at the LK Metropole. It a nice hotel, but does have some downsides. Even some of the nicest balcony rooms look out to an adjacent wall with no view whatsoever! Luckily, my room was on the 7th floor with a city view overlooking LK Metro in the back of the hotel. I had a massive room with a separate living area and separate bedroom; all for $52 a night. That said, they had no restaurant or room service. In addition, the pool is fairly small.

The LK Empress on beach road is nicer, but more expensive. In addition, after Covid a lot of the places around the LK Empress closed, so there is less activity around the hotel. But, it has a great restaurant with breakfast included, plus a very nice pool.

I agree with the comment about the LK President and the dangers of having to cross 3rd Road.

Still, all in all, the LK brand is very good!

My favorite hotel in Sukumvit is The Travelodge where there is a wing which you don't have to walk by the front desk. Is the Travelodge in near LK metro the same? Or can anyone recommend such a hotel near LK metro. Thanks.

[QUOTE=Columpuss;2815072]My favorite hotel in Sukumvit is The Travelodge where there is a wing which you don't have to walk by the front desk. Is the Travelodge in near LK metro the same? Or can anyone recommend such a hotel near LK metro. Thanks.[/QUOTE]There is a Holiday Inn Express on Soi Buakhao and it is right down the street from LK Metro. Their prices are affordable and it has received a lot of positive reviews. Try it and let us know.

Hey, have a 9 day trip planned for end of August / early September and thought I would ask for some advice as this is my first visit to Thailand, will be traveling from Sthlm, Sweden to Pattaya and based on the more recent recommendations I looked into LK Empress. Wanted to do a bit of exploring and general tourist stuff while obviously the main objective is to have fun with girls.

My first question is if this would be a reasonable idea, is this hotel alright with bringing in ladies, I'm not against paying a fee but would prefer it being not another 50 usd, and breakfast being included according to the menu and I guess there are decent lunch / dinner options nearby?

Second question is about location, I did my best to do some research on google maps but felt I got overwhelmed quickly, is this a good location as a "newbie"?

Lastly, order airport transfer via the hotel or are there any other good options, feels like if I take a taxi from the airport I will be scammed.

[QUOTE=Bunky;2812210]Mr. Zhuren knows whereof he speaks. Like many hotels east of Soi Buakhao, or even east of Third Road, the LK President offers value for money. Budget tight? There's the LK Legend. Not quite the Dark Side. But on the way there. If you're willing to spend a little more to stay steps from the beach, check out the LK Empress and the LK Residence. If you prefer to stay a little farther north (and closer to Soi Six!) consider the LK Royal Suite or the LK Royal Wing.

[URL]https://www.lkpattaya.com/[/URL][/QUOTE]A few weeks ago I inquired about some alternate properties to my usual hotel choices. This will be me first venture to Pattaya after many years of other stops in Thailand. I wound up booking LK The Empress using Agoda, since they were significantly less expensive than the hotel website. I was to arrive later this week, but had to delay for work reasons until the last week of June. Just wanted to say thanks for all the input and I will make a report when I finally get "boots on the ground". I plan to use Nam's Taxi service for transport to / from BKK airport as they seem to get consistent good reviews.

[QUOTE=Kontiki;2817029]H
Lastly, order airport transfer via the hotel or are there any other good options, feels like if I take a taxi from the airport I will be scammed.[/QUOTE]Since you have already done some research and I have never actually been to Pattaya. I cannot give you much in the way of hotel advice. As afar as transportation from the airport I would suggest that you at least take a look at Nam's Taxi service, easy to find on google. Again, I have not used the service, but the reviews are consistent and very good. I will be using them next month for certain. Nam's also gets high marks from a couple of other web sites that are more focused on Pattaya only. Hope your trip exceeds your expectations.

[QUOTE=Kontiki;2817029]Hey, have a 9 day trip planned for end of August / early September and thought I would ask for some advice as this is my first visit to Thailand, will be traveling from Sthlm, Sweden to Pattaya and based on the more recent recommendations I looked into LK Empress. Wanted to do a bit of exploring and general tourist stuff while obviously the main objective is to have fun with girls.

My first question is if this would be a reasonable idea, is this hotel alright with bringing in ladies, I'm not against paying a fee but would prefer it being not another 50 usd, and breakfast being included according to the menu and I guess there are decent lunch / dinner options nearby?

Second question is about location, I did my best to do some research on google maps but felt I got overwhelmed quickly, is this a good location as a "newbie"?

Lastly, order airport transfer via the hotel or are there any other good options, feels like if I take a taxi from the airport I will be scammed.[/QUOTE]I have recently been there.

You should take a bus from bkk to pattaya very convenient option for 150 baht, do take sim from airport its very useful download grab or bolt taxi service and use it at pattaya to get to your hotel from pattaya where you get down. If you take grab or bolt it will be almost 1 k baht and airport taxi is 2/2. 5 k baht.

[QUOTE=HarishBaba007;2817136]I have recently been there.

You should take a bus from bkk to pattaya very convenient option for 150 baht, do take sim from airport its very useful download grab or bolt taxi service and use it at pattaya to get to your hotel from pattaya where you get down. If you take grab or bolt it will be almost 1 k baht and airport taxi is 2/2. 5 k baht.[/QUOTE]If you book Nam's Taxi in advance, it is only 1000 baht from the airport to any hotel in Pattaya. The last thing I want to do after spending 24 hours traveling is to mess around taking a bus. Just saying.

Just returned from Pattaya, stayed in Acqua Hotel while there. No real complaints about the hotel myself. Rooms are on small side, but fine for sleeping and fucking. In centre of a lot of action being on back of Tree Town and LK Metro. Walked frequently to other areas, it was about a 20 minute stroll to Walking Street and Soi 6, but on nights out got Baht bus to avoid being sweaty on arrival at venues. No problems bringing guests back, sometimes ID required, sometimes not, depended who was on guard at time of entry.

I was on level 2 so had no view outside, could only see wall of an adjacent building. There was however zero noise at night. When meeting friends in reception in morning heard plenty of people requesting room changes from noise outside (must have been facing roadside). This even happened on morning after the pre election, where no one was drinking, presumably. 😂 Breakfast was also fine when included in good room rate I got for booking. Wouldn't however pay additional for it.

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2817118]A few weeks ago I inquired about some alternate properties to my usual hotel choices. This will be me first venture to Pattaya after many years of other stops in Thailand. I wound up booking LK The Empress using Agoda, since they were significantly less expensive than the hotel website. I was to arrive later this week, but had to delay for work reasons until the last week of June. Just wanted to say thanks for all the input and I will make a report when I finally get "boots on the ground". I plan to use Nam's Taxi service for transport to / from BKK airport as they seem to get consistent good reviews.[/QUOTE][QUOTE=SkyRyder;2817119]Since you have already done some research and I have never actually been to Pattaya. I cannot give you much in the way of hotel advice. As afar as transportation from the airport I would suggest that you at least take a look at Nam's Taxi service, easy to find on google. Again, I have not used the service, but the reviews are consistent and very good. I will be using them next month for certain. Nam's also gets high marks from a couple of other web sites that are more focused on Pattaya only. Hope your trip exceeds your expectations.[/QUOTE][QUOTE=Fmojo;2817148]If you book Nam's Taxi in advance, it is only 1000 baht from the airport to any hotel in Pattaya. The last thing I want to do after spending 24 hours traveling is to mess around taking a bus. Just saying.[/QUOTE]Thank you both for your advice, I got to agree with Fmojo I just want to grab a cab, relax and then arrive at the hotel, happy to pay a couple extra for that, just wanted to avoid the usual tourist trap as last couple of times I was abroad it was for work / arranged transport by someone else. Also happy to see that Sky Ryder will be going to the same place, guess we both read the recent reviews, will need to look into and compare the prices for website vs Agoda / Booking to see which is best, looking forward to reading your report later.

[QUOTE=Muttley81;2817252]There was however zero noise at night..[/QUOTE]This is the most important thing for a good stay.

[QUOTE=GuyReynolds;2779618]Hi all, complete newbie and first trip here. Not sure of the lay of the land. Can someone please give me some options of decent hotels to stay at? I know 'reasonably' priced is relative to the person, so just a few I can look at that are girl (s) friendly. Also, if you can just name an area, then I can just look at the hotels there. Wanting a place that's not too far and centrally located to all the action areas, within walking distance if possible with a room safe. Not sure if there's a place that's in the middle of all the spots mentioned in the Pattaya thread. Guess I'm just feeling a bit overwhelmed with so many options and areas for mongering. Thanks![/QUOTE]Everything Pattaya. You Tuber. Does hotel reviews. Moderately Priced.

[QUOTE=Fmojo;2817148]If you book Nam's Taxi in advance, it is only 1000 baht from the airport to any hotel in Pattaya. The last thing I want to do after spending 24 hours traveling is to mess around taking a bus. Just saying.[/QUOTE]I just booked Nam's Taxi for a midnight pickup from BKK airport to Soi Diana, and Chanya informed me that they no longer offer small cars for late night pickups. So even though a small car would be large enough for me and my luggage, I really don't mind paying an extra 200 THB to ride in a larger safer car with much more room to stretch out after traveling halfway around the world on 3 grueling seemingly endless flights.

"We have only large sedan and SUV standby for late night pick up. The price is 1200 baht all tolls included for large sedan. ".

[QUOTE=David2;2818078]I just booked Nam's Taxi for a midnight pickup from BKK airport to Soi Diana, and Chanya informed me that they no longer offer small cars for late night pickups. So even though a small car would be large enough for me and my luggage, I really don't mind paying an extra 200 THB to ride in a larger safer car with much more room to stretch out after traveling halfway around the world on 3 grueling seemingly endless flights.

"We have only large sedan and SUV standby for late night pick up. The price is 1200 baht all tolls included for large sedan. ".[/QUOTE]Sorry for the bad info but I arrived at midnight back in September and it was still 1000 baht (and a small vehicle) back then. I think even at 1200 baht it's worth not screwing around with buses or finding a taxi at the airport. As an added bonus, I've had 4 different drivers from Nam's and they have all been cuties. Enjoy your trip!

[QUOTE=Kontiki;2817029]I looked into LK Empress. My first question is if this hotel alright with bringing in ladies? I guess there are decent lunch / dinner options nearby? Second question is about location, is this a good location as a "newbie"? Lastly, order airport transfer via the hotel or are there any other good options, feels like if I take a taxi from the airport I will be scammed.[/QUOTE]The LK Empress is a solid choice. No issue or fee for joiners. The location is about as good as you can get for your first trip to Pattaya. Just steps from Beach Road, where you can hang out on the beach proper, or catch a baht bus headed south to Walking Street. From the LK Empress, you can also walk easily to Soi LK Metro and Treetown. If Soi Six is on your itinerary, you can walk east to Second Road, then catch a northbound baht bus. There are multiple laundries very close to the hotel. They don't show up on Google Maps, but they're all over the place.

No matter what you want to eat, you'll find it in that area. If you fancy an English breakfast, check out the Swan Pub and the Sportsman Pub. The breakfast buffet at the Lek Hotel is basic, but it's cheap and you can eat poolside. If you like a food court with multiple offerings and air conditioning, you'll want the Central Festival Mall, lower level. Want to try the local food? There are hawker stalls at the Soi Buakaow market, and on the north side of Pattaya Central Road, at the Pattaya Klang Market. Don't forget to have a slice from the Bronx Pizza.

Finally, let me add another endorsement for Nam's Taxi. Sure, you might be able to save a little money by taking the bus. But for the first time visitor hiring a car is the way to go.

FYI: Here's my routine when I get off the plane. (1) Step lively to immigration and take care of the formalities. (2) Collect your luggage and clear customs. (3) Head downstairs to the B Level, following the signs for the Airport Rail Link. (4) Change money at one of the exchanges near the rail link. (They have the best rates.) (5) Back upstairs to the Second Floor. Purchase a SIM card and have it installed. (6) Find your driver from Nam's Taxi. GUYS: I haven't done this post-COVID. How does Nam handle this? (7) Settle in for the drive to Pattaya. You'll have a connection to the internet to pass the time. The driver will usually offer a stop at the travel plaza about halfway. There is a 7/11 there. I always offer to buy my driver a cold drink.

Bunky.

[QUOTE=Kontiki;2817029]Hey, have a 9 day trip planned for end of August / early September and thought I would ask for some advice as this is my first visit to Thailand, will be traveling from Sthlm, Sweden to Pattaya and based on the more recent recommendations I looked into LK Empress. Wanted to do a bit of exploring and general tourist stuff while obviously the main objective is to have fun with girls.

My first question is if this would be a reasonable idea, is this hotel alright with bringing in ladies, I'm not against paying a fee but would prefer it being not another 50 usd, and breakfast being included according to the menu and I guess there are decent lunch / dinner options nearby?

Second question is about location, I did my best to do some research on google maps but felt I got overwhelmed quickly, is this a good location as a "newbie"?

Lastly, order airport transfer via the hotel or are there any other good options, feels like if I take a taxi from the airport I will be scammed.[/QUOTE]If you want to be literally on top of the action; I'the recommend the LK Metro area to stay. The Areca Lodge is by far the most booked hotel in that area. The LK Metropole is another fine option. The LK Empress, while a fine hotel on the beach; it is a 10 - 15 minute walk to where any of the good action is located. Last point, you can always get scammed by a taxi service or any one of the limo services at the airport exit gates. Best to plan transportation in advance and do not pay upfront. Nam's is a fine service for 1000 to 1200, one-way, depending on the size of the car. They usually provide a bottle of water as well. Happy hunting!

[QUOTE=Nixonbd;2820679]If you want to be literally on top of the action, I recommend the LK Metro area. The Areca Lodge is by far the most booked hotel in that area. The LK Metropole is another fine option. The LK Empress, while a fine hotel on the beach; it is a 10 - 15 minute walk to where any of the good action is located.[/QUOTE]Choosing a hotel east of Second Road in central Pattaya definitely puts you close to the entertainment on Soi LK Metro, Treetown and Sois Lengkee and Chiyapoon. The downside for me is lots of noise until about 3:00 a.m. If you're the kind of guy who never crashes until dawn, that's a feature not a bug. But I don't stay out that late and I like my quiet when it's time to sleep. I also like being closer to the beach and equidistant from the northbound and southbound baht buses. Finally, I never thought the walk from, say, the Whitehouse Condotel on Soi 13 or the Page 10 Hotel on Soi 10 to Soi LK Metro was even a little onerous. Ditto for the View Talay. And I'm an old pudgy guy who hardly steps lively.

On the other hand, heading inland will reduce lodging costs. If you one of those guys that just needs a clean basic room, there are good deals to be found in guesthouses and smaller hotels on the east side of Soi Buakao.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bunky;2820047]The breakfast buffet at the Lek Hotel is basic, but it's cheap and you can eat poolside. [/QUOTE]Is it open again? Last time I was in Pattaya (September 2022) the hotel was open, but without buffet. And the same applied to the Apex hotel nearby.
So I went to the buffet in the LK Empress (twice as expensive, and less choice), or Casa Pascal (also more expensive, but well worth it).

Has anyone tried?

Hi there everyone.

Me and my friend are going to Pattaya in June. We want to book 1 hotel room for us to stay where we both intend to bring a girl for each of us and indulge in activities together.

We are planning to bring 1 girl each to the room pretty much every evening.

Ideally, I'm looking for the following:

1. No issues bringing 2 "guests" at the same time (since we are renting 1 room with 2 adults staying).

2. No or low joiner fee.

3. Not too far from the action (It's my first visit to Thailand)/ not so far that girls would complain.

4. Safe.

5. Reasonably priced (I understand this is relative so my range is 1200-2600 baht per night).

Thank you for the help! If anyone has any other pointers / tips regarding this, those would be appreciated too.

[QUOTE=DCups;2821482]Has anyone tried?[/QUOTE]Yes I have.

[QUOTE=DCups;2821482]Has anyone tried?[/QUOTE]How was it? Thanks.

1200 baht through Agoda without breakfast. Close to Soi 6, athough the short walk there is not nice: narrow alley with traffic pushing you against the walls on both sides. Soft Sealy-style beds. Efficient loudless aircon. Breakfast worth its 200 baht. Swimming pool usable, though crowded during the sunny hours. 90% Asian customers. Late check-in (5 pm) rather expensive at 1000 baht. Also, there might be construction work in the offing between the hotel and Centric Sea (see screenshot, blue cross) but I don't know what kind of room you should ask for to look away from that. The windows are not especially soundproofed.

Centara is even closer to 2nd road and is certainly worth considering too. Bed softness would be a deal-breaker for me. How are beds are at Centara?

I feel like I'm doing things wrong leaving Pattaya now for 4 straight months just when hotels are getting cheap and girls desperate again, but summer beckons in Europe. If you can travel at any time of year, I'd say now is the time to beat the iron while it's hot!

[QUOTE=XXL;2821580]1200 baht through Agoda without breakfast. Close to Soi 6, athough the short walk there is not nice: narrow alley with traffic pushing you against the walls on both sides. Soft Sealy-style beds. Efficient loudless aircon. Breakfast worth its 200 baht. Swimming pool usable, though crowded during the sunny hours. 90% Asian customers. Late check-in (5 pm) rather expensive at 1000 baht. Also, there might be construction work in the offing between the hotel and Centric Sea (see screenshot, blue cross) but I don't know what kind of room you should ask for to look away from that. The windows are not especially soundproofed.

Centara is even closer to 2nd road and is certainly worth considering too. Bed softness would be a deal-breaker for me. How are beds are at Centara?

I feel like I'm doing things wrong leaving Pattaya now for 4 straight months just when hotels are getting cheap and girls desperate again, but summer beckons in Europe. If you can travel at any time of year, I'd say now is the time to beat the iron while it's hot![/QUOTE]I just commented in the Pattaya thread about noticing hotel prices going down in Patts. It will be even cheaper as we get deeper into the summer. The poosy will get cheaper as well hehe.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2821475]Is the breakfast buffet at the Lek Hotel open again? Last time I was in Pattaya (September 2022) the hotel was open, but without buffet. And the same applied to the Apex hotel nearby. So I went to the buffet in the LK Empress (twice as expensive, and less choice), or Casa Pascal (also more expensive, but well worth it).[/QUOTE]I must confess the last time I tucked into the breakfast buffet at the Lek Hotel is was pre-COVID. So my bad for recommending it without knowing for sure that it was still on offer. I'm sure on the gents with more current knowledge will update its status. With regard to alternatives, I do know that Casa Pascal no longer offers a breakfast-brunch buffet. That one hit my hard because it was a favorite of mine.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bunky;2821852]I must confess the last time I tucked into the breakfast buffet at the Lek Hotel is was pre-COVID. So my bad for recommending it without knowing for sure that it was still on offer. I'm sure on the gents with more current knowledge will update its status. With regard to alternatives, I do know that Casa Pascal no longer offers a breakfast-brunch buffet. That one hit my hard because it was a favorite of mine.[/QUOTE]When I stayed at the Areca Lodge in September, last year, they had a breakfast buffet. They had a cook for "made to order" eggs with about 10 different sides to choose from.

[QUOTE=XXL;2821580]1200 baht through Agoda without breakfast.[/QUOTE]The problem with these Agoda deals is they change the prices everyday.

Today is 1200, you check in (assuming you've never been there before), you see the place is good, you want to stay more and bim, price is gone up to 2500 the next day and you're forced to leave the place with regrets the next day.

By the way, that place was already at that price at the beginning of the month (some days).

I've never stayed at this one but stayed at two others from the same group (Aster and Arden) I found both to be excellent and a good deal for that price (excellent aircon, some of the best bed I've came across in Thailand, a washing machine with small kitchen, Japanese toilets, very comfy places, with a nice pool and the plus is the sauna).

I prefered Arden over Aster, asked them the price for 1 month, she said it starts from 48 K, I thought it was way too much for me.

Maybe by booking a few months before coming in Pattaya one can have it at a better deal.

[QUOTE=Paolo99;2822289]The problem with these Agoda deals is they change the prices everyday.

Today is 1200, you check in (assuming you've never been there before), you see the place is good, you want to stay more and bim, price is gone up to 2500 the next day and you're forced to leave the place with regrets the next day.

By the way, that place was already at that price at the beginning of the month (some days).

I've never stayed at this one but stayed at two others from the same group (Aster and Arden) I found both to be excellent and a good deal for that price (excellent aircon, some of the best bed I've came across in Thailand, a washing machine with small kitchen, Japanese toilets, very comfy places, with a nice pool and the plus is the sauna).

I prefered Arden over Aster, asked them the price for 1 month, she said it starts from 48 K, I thought it was way too much for me.

Maybe by booking a few months before coming in Pattaya one can have it at a better deal.[/QUOTE]I contacted that group prior to my trip last year for weekly and monthly quotes for their Pattaya properties and they were much lower than 48 k baht a month. Most were around 30 k if I remember correctly with Arbour being the most expensive. I didn't end up taking any of their monthly deals but stayed at a few of their properties and they're all legit.

[QUOTE=Paolo99;2822289]The problem with these Agoda deals is they change the prices everyday.

Today is 1200, you check in (assuming you've never been there before), you see the place is good, you want to stay more and bim, price is gone up to 2500 the next day and you're forced to leave the place with regrets the next day.

By the way, that place was already at that price at the beginning of the month (some days).[/QUOTE]I've been stung the same way. That price change could be due to the day of the week (e.g., Wednesday cheaper than Saturday) or holidays. When making Agoda reservations for several nights, it might show an average price per night (e.g., 2000 per night). After purchase, you may look at the details and it might be 3 nights at 1500 baht plus 3 nights at 2500 baht.

These hotel booking websites also have a limited number of bookings that they can sell at a discounted price. You might pay 1500 baht and the next customer (5 minutes later) pays 2000 baht.

[QUOTE=Bunky;2820047]The LK Empress is a solid choice. No issue or fee for joiners. The location is about as good as you can get for your first trip to Pattaya. Just steps from Beach Road, where you can hang out on the beach proper, or catch a baht bus headed south to Walking Street. From the LK Empress, you can also walk easily to Soi LK Metro and Treetown. If Soi Six is on your itinerary, you can walk east to Second Road, then catch a northbound baht bus. There are multiple laundries very close to the hotel. They don't show up on Google Maps, but they're all over the place.

No matter what you want to eat, you'll find it in that area. If you fancy an English breakfast, check out the Swan Pub and the Sportsman Pub. The breakfast buffet at the Lek Hotel is basic, but it's cheap and you can eat poolside. If you like a food court with multiple offerings and air conditioning, you'll want the Central Festival Mall, lower level. Want to try the local food? There are hawker stalls at the Soi Buakaow market, and on the north side of Pattaya Central Road, at the Pattaya Klang Market. Don't forget to have a slice from the Bronx Pizza.

Finally, let me add another endorsement for Nam's Taxi. Sure, you might be able to save a little money by taking the bus. But for the first time visitor hiring a car is the way to go..[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Nixonbd;2820679]If you want to be literally on top of the action; I'the recommend the LK Metro area to stay. The Areca Lodge is by far the most booked hotel in that area. The LK Metropole is another fine option. The LK Empress, while a fine hotel on the beach; it is a 10 - 15 minute walk to where any of the good action is located. Last point, you can always get scammed by a taxi service or any one of the limo services at the airport exit gates. Best to plan transportation in advance and do not pay upfront. Nam's is a fine service for 1000 to 1200, one-way, depending on the size of the car. They usually provide a bottle of water as well. Happy hunting![/QUOTE]Thanks for your advise, I decided to extend my trip to 21 days and will be spending the first 14 at empress and then the last 7 at KTK Hotel, when booking via agoda I noticed they had a suit for the same price as the regular room at empress so I thought why not, it seems a bit closer to the action as well while not straight on top so I can still get some sleep and silence. Looking forward to the trip although I am still 2 months away, hopefully end of Aug. / early Sept. Isn't a bad time for a vision.

Just to confirm with you, getting money ahead of time is alright but its recommended to do the exchange to local currency at the airport? Cause when doing some research in these threads and youtube videos it seems that using my card is just stupid, I have low cost withdraws abroad from my bank but I assume the exchange rate is still better at the airport and to withdraw a pretty large amount and then bring with me limited amounts daily for "adventures"?

[QUOTE=Kontiki;2823085]Will be spending the first 14 at the LK Empress and then the last 7 at KTK Hotel. When booking via Agoda I noticed they had a suite for the same price as the regular room at the LK Empress so I thought why not. It seems a bit closer to the action as well while not straight on top so I can still get some sleep and silence. Just to confirm, getting money ahead of time is alright but it's recommended to do the exchange to local currency at the airport? Cause when doing some research in these threads and youtube videos it seems that using my card is just stupid, I have low cost withdraws abroad from my bank but I assume the exchange rate is still better at the airport and to withdraw a pretty large amount and then bring with me limited amounts daily for "adventures"?[/QUOTE]KTK HOTEL: I wasn't familiar with this place, so I looked it up online. Looks like they have five different types of suites. They all look OK, to varying degrees. The decor is similar to that at the hotels in the LK chain. Very ornate. Not my cup of tea, but I realize lots of gents like it. As for the location of the KTK Hotel, I see it's east of Second Road and east-south-east of Soi 6. The streets are a little tangled there, so getting from the KTK to Second Road is going to be a bit of a hike. Google maps says it's 550 meters on foot from the KTK to the Corner Bar at the northwest corner of Soi 6 and Second Road. Headed for Walking Street, it's a 900 meter walk to the west end of Walking Street to catch a southbound baht bus. The center of the SOI LK Metro complex is 1,600 meters distant. I hope Mr. Kontiki likes to walk. Otherwise, he'll probably be using motorbike taxis quite a bit.

Choosing a hotel is a very personal thing, and I'm loathe to second guess another gent's choice without knowing much more about his preferences and his budget. But if Mr. Kontiki seeks to stay "closer to the action," he can do a lot better than the KTK. As they say on the interwebs, YMMV.

CHANGING MONEY: Changing money in your home country before flying to Thailand is guaranteed to result in a TERRIBLE exchange rate. Absolutely no reason to do it. Using ATMs in Thailand can be just as stupid. Or it can be a very smart move. That's because the exchange rate can vary depending on what button you push. And the fees can be hefty. Both these problems can be managed. But you need to get smart. There are dozens and dozens of threads on ATM usage that will explain all. If you prefer to just deal in cash, the smooth move is to change at least some money at the airport. But don't use the money changers near the baggage claim. Go downstairs to the lower level and use the money changers near the station for the airport rail link. Again, many threads on this here.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bunky;2823124]KTK HOTEL: I wasn't familiar with this place, so I looked it up online. Looks like they have five different types of suites. They all look OK, to varying degrees. The decor is similar to that at the hotels in the LK chain. Very ornate. Not my cup of tea, but I realize lots of gents like it. As for the location of the KTK Hotel, I see it's east of Second Road and east-south-east of Soi 6. The streets are a little tangled there, so getting from the KTK to Second Road is going to be a bit of a hike. Google maps says it's 550 meters on foot from the KTK to the Corner Bar at the northwest corner of Soi 6 and Second Road. Headed for Walking Street, it's a 900 meter walk to the west end of Walking Street to catch a southbound baht bus. The center of the SOI LK Metro complex is 1,600 meters distant. I hope Mr. Kontiki likes to walk. Otherwise, he'll probably be using motorbike taxis quite a bit.

Choosing a hotel is a very personal thing, and I'm loathe to second guess another gent's choice without knowing much more about his preferences and his budget. But if Mr. Kontiki seeks to stay "closer to the action," he can do a lot better than the KTK. As they say on the interwebs, YMMV.

CHANGING MONEY: Changing money in your home country before flying to Thailand is guaranteed to result in a TERRIBLE exchange rate. Absolutely no reason to do it. Using ATMs in Thailand can be just as stupid. Or it can be a very smart move. That's because the exchange rate can vary depending on what button you push. And the fees can be hefty. Both these problems can be managed. But you need to get smart. There are dozens and dozens of threads on ATM usage that will explain all. If you prefer to just deal in cash, the smooth move is to change at least some money at the airport. But don't use the money changers near the baggage claim. Go downstairs to the lower level and use the money changers near the station for the airport rail link. Again, many threads on this here.

Bunky[/QUOTE]I haven't stayed at KTK but have stayed at four or five hotels right next to it including the Nova hotels. I actually like the location. You can walk to second road in five minutes including Soi6. So really it's only a five to seven minute walk to second road aka the baht bus route.

The location may not be for all but I like staying in differenr central areas of Pattaya during my trips there just to change things up.

[QUOTE=ButtRavisher;2821503]Hi there everyone.

Me and my friend are going to Pattaya in June. We want to book 1 hotel room for us to stay where we both intend to bring a girl for each of us and indulge in activities together.

We are planning to bring 1 girl each to the room pretty much every evening.

Ideally, I'm looking for the following:

1. No issues bringing 2 "guests" at the same time (since we are renting 1 room with 2 adults staying).

2. No or low joiner fee.

3. Not too far from the action (It's my first visit to Thailand)/ not so far that girls would complain.

4. Safe.

5. Reasonably priced (I understand this is relative so my range is 1200-2600 baht per night).

Thank you for the help! If anyone has any other pointers / tips regarding this, those would be appreciated too.[/QUOTE]No joiner fees at all. Check in guy himself suggested can bring 5 guests all together as per your capacity. Also tried and tested for same. But poor breakfast and pool.

[QUOTE=Bunky;2821852]I must confess the last time I tucked into the breakfast buffet at the Lek Hotel is was pre-COVID. So my bad for recommending it without knowing for sure that it was still on offer. I'm sure on the gents with more current knowledge will update its status. With regard to alternatives, I do know that Casa Pascal no longer offers a breakfast-brunch buffet. That one hit my hard because it was a favorite of mine.
Bunky[/QUOTE]I have boots on the ground now, and can confirm that the buffets at the Lek and Apex are still closed. Although it could be possible that they are only opened for a couple of hours in the morning, like 7 to 10 am or something like that. But I doubt it. I walked by around 11 am.

The good news is that Casa Pascal has reopened their breakfast / brunch buffet. Although for some reason they are closed between June 12 and 23.
And they have increased the prices.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2824770]I can confirm the buffets at the Lek and Apex are still closed. . . . The good news is that Casa Pascal has reopened their breakfast / brunch buffet. Although for some reason they are closed between June 12 and 23. And they have increased the prices.[/QUOTE]Thanks much to Mr. Mogwai for the information. Pity that the Lek and Apex hotels are not offering a breakfast buffet at this time. They were far from haute cuisine, but they offered a decent bill of fare and value for money. Perhaps when high season is upon us in a few months, they will reconsider. Meanwhile, I'm totally psyched to learn the Casa Pascal has resumed their breakfast / brunch buffet. The food is superb and the surroundings most comfortable. Even at the new higher price of 399 baht (+100 on Sunday) I think it's fairly priced. Don't worry about the 11-day closure this month. I saw a report elsewhere that they're just taking a bit of a holiday.

Bunky

Hey guys, I will visit thailand next months and want to try some unusual thailand experiences with girl. But from all guides on internet a forums I really don't know what is the best way to meet some young lady. Not sure what is best option, call some girl, visit some place, just walk around city. Can you give me some good advices? Don't want to Loose time there.

Gents in been 7 years since I've been back to Pattaya. I am thinking of going in 3 weeks. What is the best girl friendly hotel to stay at close to the action in Pattaya? In the past I've stayed at the Marriott which is now rebranded as something else and the Mercure. Thanks in advance. Also what are some of he hotels that allow early check in? I may arrive Pattaya at 8am from bkk.

I have a discount available to me for the HRH Pattaya I was thinking of using but was wondering about the girl friendliness of the place. Reviewers mention it as a family friendly hotel & the fine print on the website says registered guests only in the rooms. Has anyone stayed there or knows of the reality of the situation of me bringing a friend back to my room for some action. Thanks gents.

[QUOTE=Shemp;2825057]I have a discount available to me for the HRH Pattaya I was thinking of using but was wondering about the girl friendliness of the place. Reviewers mention it as a family friendly hotel & the fine print on the website says registered guests only in the rooms. Has anyone stayed there or knows of the reality of the situation of me bringing a friend back to my room for some action. Thanks gents.[/QUOTE]Rather than "discount" (those corporate discounts are often marketing traps), I'd check a few points.

1) its location vs. The center of night life (whatever this is at your eyes, although they are all pretty much close).

2) guest friendly. All the non chain hotels are definitely girl friendly and eventually just ask for a joiner fee in case you plan a three-some and a second girl joins.

3) its room price incl breakfast (service and vat included) and room level.

4) most of hotels anyhow register the second guest even if it is only for ST. It's for your own security, so that could be a non-issue.

5) Pattaya si still Pattaya, so all hotels have seen anything and everything, they might want to save the face on their formal pages. Then they close their eyes if one is discrete.

[QUOTE=GianniVersace;2825052]Gents in been 7 years since I've been back to Pattaya. I am thinking of going in 3 weeks. What is the best girl friendly hotel to stay at close to the action in Pattaya? In the past I've stayed at the Marriott which is now rebranded as something else and the Mercure. Thanks in advance. Also what are some of he hotels that allow early check in? I may arrive Pattaya at 8am from bkk.[/QUOTE]Unless you are lucky, difficult to get an early check in. Better book from the night before and you can even have breakfast on arrival if part of the room package.

[QUOTE=Flarirne;2825038]Hey guys, I will visit thailand next months and want to try some unusual thailand experiences with girl. But from all guides on internet a forums I really don't know what is the best way to meet some young lady. Not sure what is best option, call some girl, visit some place, just walk around city. Can you give me some good advices? Don't want to Loose time there.[/QUOTE]This is the Pattaya hotel thread, not the general pattaya thread.

As it seems you have a few months ahead, better RTFF and you will get all the answers you need.

People has already spent time in reports and information. Why should they do a concierge service?

[QUOTE=GianniVersace;2825052]What is the best girl friendly hotel to stay at close to the action in Pattaya? In the past I've stayed at the Marriott which is now rebranded as something else and the Mercure.[/QUOTE][URL]https://www.hotelbaraquda.com/[/URL]

The Hotel Baraquda is in central Pattaya, just east of Second Road, steps from The Avenue shopping complex. Easy walk to Soi LK Metro, Treetown and Sois Buakao, Lengkee and Chiyapoon. Northbound baht bus to Soi Six stops right outside the front door on Second Road. To get to Walking Street, you'll have to walk west to Beach Road and catch a southbound baht bus. Google Maps says that's 260 meters.

The "deluxe" room is the standard offering, and it's pretty nice. If you want to splash out, consider booking a suite.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bunky;2825492][URL]https://www.hotelbaraquda.com/[/URL][/QUOTE]I can agree on the high quality of Baraquda, but keep in mind that Barraquada Pattaya will be closed down from 1st July on for refurbishment.

[QUOTE=Bunky;2825492][URL]https://www.hotelbaraquda.com/[/URL]

The Hotel Baraquda is in central Pattaya, just east of Second Road, steps from The Avenue shopping complex. Easy walk to Soi LK Metro, Treetown and Sois Buakao, Lengkee and Chiyapoon. Northbound baht bus to Soi Six stops right outside the front door on Second Road. To get to Walking Street, you'll have to walk west to Beach Road and catch a southbound baht bus. Google Maps says that's 260 meters.

The "deluxe" room is the standard offering, and it's pretty nice. If you want to splash out, consider booking a suite.

Bunky[/QUOTE]As of December, The Avenue mall has basically nothing open. Some vendors on the lower level on carts and tables, but no place inside to shop.

Granted it's been 6 months since my trip, but I would hardly consider a semi-abandoned shopping mall to be a selling point for their location.

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2825845]As of December, The Avenue mall has basically nothing open. Some vendors on the lower level on carts and tables, but no place inside to shop.

Granted it's been 6 months since my trip, but I would hardly consider a semi-abandoned shopping mall to be a selling point for their location.[/QUOTE]Mike Mall and Avenue Mall are both depressing and delapidated. I prefer to be walking distance to either CF or T21.

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2825845]As of December, The Avenue mall has basically nothing open. Some vendors on the lower level on carts and tables, but no place inside to shop.

Granted it's been 6 months since my trip, but I would hardly consider a semi-abandoned shopping mall to be a selling point for their location.[/QUOTE]I usually stay near Avenue Mall mainly for the general location of the mall. Yes the mall has mostly unrented space but the location of the mall is excellent. Mall places I visit: Robin Hood Tavern (restaurant), bank ATMs, movie theater, Villa Market for western style grocery shopping, and even McDonalds.

[QUOTE=GianniVersace;2825052]Gents in been 7 years since I've been back to Pattaya. I am thinking of going in 3 weeks. What is the best girl friendly hotel to stay at close to the action in Pattaya? In the past I've stayed at the Marriott which is now rebranded as something else and the Mercure. Thanks in advance. Also what are some of he hotels that allow early check in? I may arrive Pattaya at 8am from bkk.[/QUOTE]The Marriott is now called Avani, and is not girlfriendly anymore.
A brand new one is The Amethyst: [URL]https://amethysthotelpattaya.com[/URL].
I have stayed there for 4 nights recently. Good hotel. Girlfriendly of course.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2826042]The Marriott is now called Avani, and is not girlfriendly anymore.
A brand new one is The Amethyst: [URL]https://amethysthotelpattaya.com[/URL].
I have stayed there for 4 nights recently. Good hotel. Girlfriendly of course.[/QUOTE]The Amethyst is on my radar. Seems like an excellent location and really clean and modern hotel, albeit slightly more than I like to pay as I like to stay around $30 a night.

How is the fitness center at The Amethyst?

[QUOTE=Bunky;2825492][URL]https://www.hotelbaraquda.com/[/URL][/QUOTE]I was trying to book Baraquda for September. Unavailable on Accor website. Unavailable on Expedia, Agoda, Hotels etc. This is the Expedia message "Is Baraquda Pattaya Mgallery currently open? This property is closed from June 1 2023 to December 31 2024 (dates subject to change). ".

Oddly you can still book rooms on the link Bunky posted but I think I'll pass on the risk it may not be open when I arrive. What a shame. This is one of the best valued hotels in the city not to mention its close to LK Metro, Soi Buakhao, Walking Street, and most importantly, Casa Pascal.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2826093]I was trying to book Baraquda for September. Unavailable on Accor website. Unavailable on Expedia, Agoda, Hotels etc. This is the Expedia message "Is Baraquda Pattaya Mgallery currently open? This property is closed from June 1 2023 to December 31 2024 (dates subject to change). ".

Oddly you can still book rooms on the link Bunky posted but I think I'll pass on the risk it may not be open when I arrive. What a shame. This is one of the best valued hotels in the city not to mention its close to LK Metro, Soi Buakhao, Walking Street, and most importantly, Casa Pascal.[/QUOTE]Not a great loss for now. 2nd road has been ripped open for several weeks in that area on either side. Not nice.

[QUOTE=XXL;2826107]Not a great loss for now. 2nd road has been ripped open for several weeks in that area on either side. Not nice.[/QUOTE]Oh I forgot about that. I assumed 2nd Road would have been fixed by now since it was like that Fall, 2022. Has Soi 15 been fixed yet?

[QUOTE=XXL;2826107]Not a great loss for now. 2nd road has been ripped open for several weeks in that area on either side. Not nice.[/QUOTE]Months. 2nd road was a pain to try to cross, and to get through on the bus.

[QUOTE=Tvataham274;2825845]The Avenue mall has basically nothing open. Some vendors on the lower level on carts and tables, but no place inside to shop. Granted it's been 6 months since my trip, but I would hardly consider a semi-abandoned shopping mall to be a selling point for their location.[/QUOTE]I concur that The Avenue Mall has seen better days. When I mentioned that the Hotel Baraquda was close by, I wasn't suggesting that was a selling point. I was merely providing a nearby landmark. As most gents are aware, it's possible to walk east through the ground level of The Avenue and reach Soi 15, Soi Boomerang and Soi Buakhao. Plus the Grand Avenue Condo and the Centara Azure Hotel.

Bunky

[QUOTE=CaliGuy33;2826072]
How is the fitness center at The Amethyst?[/QUOTE]I don't know, I didn't use it. But on Tripadvisor somebody commented that "The Gym is modern and clean, although equipment selection relatively poor. ".

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2826114]Oh I forgot about that. I assumed 2nd Road would have been fixed by now since it was like that Fall, 2022. Has Soi 15 been fixed yet?[/QUOTE]Second Road is not fixed yet. And Soi 15 not entirely, but the road is not blocked anymore.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2826093]I was trying to book Baraquda for September. Unavailable on Accor website. Unavailable on Expedia, Agoda, Hotels etc. This is the Expedia message "Is Baraquda Pattaya Mgallery currently open? This property is closed from June 1 2023 to December 31 2024 (dates subject to change). ".
[/QUOTE]I passed by the Baraquda several times last week and it didn't look closed. Will check again today if I think about it.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2826244]I passed by the Baraquda several times last week and it didn't look closed. Will check again today if I think about it.[/QUOTE]I have checked it again and it looked open to me. No signs at all that it's closed.

On top of Mike shopping mall, on the side of Second Road. Not finished yet.

Now that the buffets at the Lek and Apex hotel are closed, and the people from Casa Pascal are enjoying a well deserved holiday, I had to look around for other breakfast buffets in this area.

LK The Empress, 7 - 11 AM, 300 Baht.
Lots of choice, more than last year. They also have dark bread now, for example. I mean darker than before, not that brownish bread that is something in between white and dark.
However, the coffee there still sucks.

Centara Azure, 6:30 - 10:30 AM, 293 Baht.
The choice and ambience are comparable to LK The Empress, but the coffee is much better, and they also have freshly baked dark bread. But only one type of bread, not 3 or 4 like Casa Pascal.

I will be in Pattaya for my birthday in November and wanted to spend a night or two at a luxury resort or something like that. What would you guys recommend? Will most likely bring a 'girlfriend' with me too for at least one night.

I was looking at Grande Centre Point Space since it looks cool and has a small waterpark for guests.

Would like some recommendations for fine dining, as I will be splurging for my birthday and not be as frugal as I normally am.

[QUOTE=Md955;2827232]I will be in Pattaya for my birthday in November and wanted to spend a night or two at a luxury resort or something like that. What would you guys recommend? Will most likely bring a 'girlfriend' with me too for at least one night.

I was looking at Grande Centre Point Space since it looks cool and has a small waterpark for guests.

Would like some recommendations for fine dining, as I will be splurging for my birthday and not be as frugal as I normally am.[/QUOTE]If you're looking for larger resort places, go further away from Pattaya Central. Especially if you already have company to take with you.

Some suggestions.

[URL]https://goo.gl/maps/6FDospSKnGjyr3eL9[/URL]

[URL]https://goo.gl/maps/YYKSMwiPBcUADaQ46[/URL]

[URL]https://goo.gl/maps/VDmLsqG9MAJmXpmX9[/URL]

[URL]https://goo.gl/maps/CXf1ntYUFaXsGZyv7[/URL]

[URL]https://goo.gl/maps/fqQHiMJjxSsGhTv28[/URL]

Fine dining will be on a lower level than you're find in BKK. Do a search in Google.

[QUOTE]Fine dining will be on a lower level than you're find in BKK.[/QUOTE]True in general but the best restaurants in Pattaya are comparable. Places like Royal Grill Room, Cafe des Amis, Radius, and Toscana.

[QUOTE=Betong;2827920]True in general but the best restaurants in Pattaya are comparable. Places like Royal Grill Room, Cafe des Amis, Radius, and Toscana.[/QUOTE]I would add Casa Pascal to the list. Not the breakfast / brunch buffet (as much as I love it). But the a la carte menu.

[URL]https://www.restaurant-in-pattaya.com/a-la-carte-home-page[/URL]#

Bunky

Hi guys, I'm looking for Hotels near Street Walker action, basically walking distance from where I can get street walkers back to my room after a short walk. Preferably quiet, so thick walls and under $70.

Any recommendations? Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=TheRedBaron;2828272]I'm looking for hotels near street walker action, basically walking distance from where I can get street walkers back to my room after a short walk. Preferably quiet, so thick walls and under $70. Any recommendations?[/QUOTE]Note: When we talk pricing around here we prefer to quote rates in Thai Baht because readers hail from many countries. USD $70 works out to 2,380 Baht (at 34 Baht to the Dollar).

Most of the freelance street walkers can be found on the west side of Beach Road, between, say Pattaya Central Road and Pattaya South Road. Also known as the "Coconut Bar. " There are plenty of hotels on the east side of Beach Road. I recommend using your favorite search engine (Agoda is good) to search for a place that looks appealing to you. Bear in mind that the freelancers tend to congregate toward the southern end of Beach Road. Once you've identified a prospect, you can search this forum for reports on that hotel, plus online reports from Tripadvisor and so forth.

Bear in mind that Thai girls absolutely HATE to walk. So their idea of a "short walk" will probably differ from yours. If you're going to do this, I'd suggest a hotel within a couple hundred meters of where Beach Road turns into Walking Street.

Be advised that traffic there can be intense, especially during high season. It's going to be noisy. Finding a "quiet" room with "thick walls" is going to be a challenge. Also, the hotels on the east side of Beach Road south of, say, Soi 13/2 are pretty basic. On Soi 13 there are some nicer places that are only a short walk to Beach Road. I've long recommended the Whitehouse Condotel. It's a chill place that caters to early-rising golfers so it's usually pretty quiet at night.

If the "point and shoot" experience at a modest price is your goal, consider Soi 6. Or the massage shops on Soi Honey. In both locales you'll take care of business onsite. Book quiet lodging on, say, Soi 13 or on the east side of town closer to Third Road. Just a suggestion.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bunky;2828386]I've long recommended the Whitehouse Condotel. It's a chill place that caters to early-rising golfers so it's usually pretty quiet at night. [/QUOTE]I think only the rooms at the west side of the Whitehouse Condotel, facing the parking garage, are quiet.
The rooms on the east side are facing the Dynasty Inn hotel, where punters and girls are often partying on the balconies late at night, and the beer bar at the corner of Soi 13 and Second Road.

I believe the rooms at the west side are Deluxe Rooms only.

[QUOTE=Mogwai;2828829]I think only the rooms at the west side of the Whitehouse Condotel, facing the parking garage, are quiet.
The rooms on the east side are facing the Dynasty Inn hotel, where punters and girls are often partying on the balconies late at night, and the beer bar at the corner of Soi 13 and Second Road.

I believe the rooms at the west side are Deluxe Rooms only.[/QUOTE]Last year I stayed in what they call a Superior room and it was on the west side of the hotel. I prefer the superior room even though it is their smallest room. It is still a good sized room. I'm trying to make a reservation there now for next month but I'm not getting a response. I wonder if their reservation system is offline?

[QUOTE=TheRedBaron;2828272]Hi guys, I'm looking for Hotels near Street Walker action, basically walking distance from where I can get street walkers back to my room after a short walk. Preferably quiet, so thick walls and under $70.

Any recommendations? Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]I will be staying at the Sandy Sprung this December for few days before heading to Bangkok. It's on SOI 13. An old hotel, but you can get the suite room for around $100.

First I want to thank everyone that took the time to respond to my inquiries a few months ago. I finally made it to Pattaya and checked in the LK The Empress on Friday evening. Check in was handled quickly and with a smile. The put me on the 8th floor with a nice view of the condo building next door and a small section of the beach. It is okay, I am not in the room for the view. Just have to keep the curtains drawn and taking a lady on the balcony is out of the question unless she likes to be watched.

The room is clean and spacious and the bed comfortable. Internet is okay and the housekeeper for my room is a treat. Of course it might be that I gave her a nice tip after making sure she was the one for my room every day. Got extra towels and water in the deal.

My package includes the Breakfast buffet which is extensive and has an egg station. I am sure there are better in town, but this one is more than sufficient. The hotel is about 20-30 steps from Beach Rd on Soi 12, now I just have to figure out how to get where I want to go from here and how to find my way. That is half the fun.

I paid 18 K baht for 8 nights all taxes and fees included from Agoda. I will stay here again for certain.

Again, thanks for the input.

Sky.

[QUOTE=SkyRyder;2830127]I finally made it to Pattaya and checked in the LK The Empress on Friday evening.
[/QUOTE]My last stay at LK the Empress was 2017 and the floors were so highly polished that they were dangerous slippery wearing socks. I almost injured myself from that. A month later my friend stayed there and he had the same impression.

Has the slippery floor problem been fixed? That is a show stopper for me.

Hi guys,

I planning to rent Edge condo for 5 days but I don't know can I bring girl there? Anyone have experience with bringing girl to Edge condo? Thanks in advance.

Stayed 7 nights at the LK Empress.

Overall: very good breakfast with huge variety, no issues with girls (except 1 , who was 19 on ID but they don't allow under 20's).

Rooms and bed very good standard (I was in king Suite).

Location convenient to all places.

Only bad thing: balcony. I specifically wanted one and thiers was tiny, with a hot ac extractor making it impossible to sit there) see pic.

Dear Seniors,

I am coming in the beginning of September and will have to work from 18:00-03:30.

I need WiFi for ZOOM / G-Meet / facetime. I do not need movies / large file downloads, but latency is important.

Needless to say, I am looking for girls-friendly places (hotels / apts). 6 years ago, I stayed at a wonderful place which did not let visitors leave and got their cards before I oked their departure from my phone in the room or personally escort them out. But it was too much noise at night (I did not care then). So LK Empress sounds like a winner, except where did they take 20+ policy? Why not 18+??

Also I am not limited to Pattaya -- I would be happy to take a nice, attentive girl-friend for a vacation, but I have no idea how to find such a person. I am not successful in mobile apps, as people misrepresent themselves, so references would be greatly appreciated -- Please PM, if you can.

[QUOTE=YuriB;2835620]Dear Seniors, I need girl-friendly hotel with fast Internet/WiFi for ZOOM / G-Meet / facetime....[/QUOTE]Someone just PMed about The Bayview Hotel at 310/2 Beach Road. Any info is appreciated!

_Y.

Are there short term hourly hotels in or around LK Metro? I imagine there are would be but even many bars don't know. Thanks.

Galaxy suites on top do Heaven above gogo used to be an awesome place to stay. It's literally on the walking street. Not sure if they still operate now.

Could someone who's been there tell me something about the beds in this hotel? I like soft beds. Also, what about the pool?

Altera down the same street has the kind of beds I liked but I found the swimming pool not that great (too little privacy among other things).

Does anyone have anything specifically BAD to say about two hotels that I'm considering booking early next year?

Best Beach Villa on Soi 5, and Sea Me Spring Hotel on Soi 10.

Wave hotel on Beach road looks quirky with good rooms, nice pool and is close to everything.

Stayed in Hilton many times but the need to take two different lifts to bedrooms is really annoying.

Would appreciate any feedback on Wave. GF? Etc.

[QUOTE=Pgaka;2835233]Hi guys,

I planning to rent Edge condo for 5 days but I don't know can I bring girl there? Anyone have experience with bringing girl to Edge condo? Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]You enter lobby with either QR code or key card, the lobby didn't ask any questions. It's not staffed at night either. So you can come and go with who ever you want.

I stayed at the Blackwoods hotel on Soi 7 for the first time and really enjoyed it. It's a newer hotel and the price is reasonable. About $60.00 usd a night. Not only is breakfast included but so are the drinks and snacks left in the room. Basically two sodas and potato chips and rice crackers. House keeping was on top of things. I would go to breakfast and by the time I went back up to brush my teeth, the room was done. Laundry was cheap. For one tee shirt the cost was $40 baht. In Bangkok, for the same tee shirt the cost was $178 baht. Location was great for me. About a 10-15 minute walk to Soi 6. 15-20 minute walk to LK Metro. Easy access to the baht bus for a trip to Walking Street. This has become my favorite hotel in Pattaya.

[QUOTE=QuackUp;2848796]I stayed at the Blackwoods hotel on Soi 7 for the first time and really enjoyed it. It's a newer hotel and the price is reasonable. About $60.00 usd a night. Not only is breakfast included but so are the drinks and snacks left in the room. Basically two sodas and potato chips and rice crackers. House keeping was on top of things. I would go to breakfast and by the time I went back up to brush my teeth, the room was done. Laundry was cheap. For one tee shirt the cost was $40 baht. In Bangkok, for the same tee shirt the cost was $178 baht. Location was great for me. About a 10-15 minute walk to Soi 6. 15-20 minute walk to LK Metro. Easy access to the baht bus for a trip to Walking Street. This has become my favorite hotel in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]Guessing you're paying for the location. Judging by the YT vids I have seen of this hotel, doesn't seem worth it to me, but again I'm guessing the location is why it's priced as is.

[QUOTE=QuackUp;2848796]Laundry was cheap. For one tee shirt the cost was $40 baht. In Bangkok, for the same tee shirt the cost was $178 baht.[/QUOTE]I haven't used laundry services in Pattaya for years since I bought a washing machine but aren't wash and fold laundry places all around Pattaya 70-100 baht per kg still?

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2849038]I haven't used laundry services in Pattaya for years since I bought a washing machine but aren't wash and fold laundry places all around Pattaya 70-100 baht per kg still?[/QUOTE]Yes, but did it for convience and since it was at the beginning of my Thailand trip and end of my Indo trip, there was very much to wash.

[QUOTE=CaliGuy33;2848840]Guessing you're paying for the location. Judging by the YT vids I have seen of this hotel, doesn't seem worth it to me, but again I'm guessing the location is why it's priced as is.[/QUOTE]Yes, not much foot traffic but like I wrote in my report, the bars on Soi 7 & 8 are slowing coming back.

[QUOTE=QuackUp;2849173]Yes, not much foot traffic but like I wrote in my report, the bars on Soi 7 & 8 are slowing coming back.[/QUOTE]Guys stopped going to Soi 7 and Soi 8 around 2016 when it went from mainly girl bars to mixed or ladyboy bars. Used to be a great place where you met a lot of brand new girls at cheap prices before they moved on to other venues.

[QUOTE=QuackUp;2848796]I stayed at the Blackwoods hotel on Soi 7 for the first time and really enjoyed it. It's a newer hotel and the price is reasonable. About $60.00 usd a night. Not only is breakfast included but so are the drinks and snacks left in the room. Basically two sodas and potato chips and rice crackers. House keeping was on top of things. I would go to breakfast and by the time I went back up to brush my teeth, the room was done. Laundry was cheap. For one tee shirt the cost was $40 baht. In Bangkok, for the same tee shirt the cost was $178 baht. Location was great for me. About a 10-15 minute walk to Soi 6. 15-20 minute walk to LK Metro. Easy access to the baht bus for a trip to Walking Street. This has become my favorite hotel in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]How was the pool?

[QUOTE=XXL;2849189]How was the pool?[/QUOTE]It was your nice typical roof top bar.

Tried uploading photo but had some trouble. Hopefully this works.

Thanks! After reading the forum, I've booked my stay at Blackwoods for next February. $68 a night for refundable fare. Looking forward to my first ever trip to Thailand. I will be newly retired at 65, but not new to mongering in the US. I'm hoping to be blown away! {pun intended}.

[QUOTE=MikeNm;2850793]Thanks! After reading the forum, I've booked my stay at Blackwoods for next February. $68 a night for refundable fare. Looking forward to my first ever trip to Thailand. I will be newly retired at 65, but not new to mongering in the US. I'm hoping to be blown away! {pun intended}.[/QUOTE]$68 for a hotel in Pattaya is overpriced.

I wonder what to make of this. I asked reception and the only thing they could tell me was "for room discount".

[QUOTE=MikeNm;2850793]Thanks! After reading the forum, I've booked my stay at Blackwoods for next February. $68 a night for refundable fare. Looking forward to my first ever trip to Thailand. I will be newly retired at 65, but not new to mongering in the US. I'm hoping to be blown away! {pun intended}.[/QUOTE]Don't let the Cheep Charlies posting up in here rain on your parade. Tell them to stay home and work some more so they can afford nicer lodging. Also tell them to save money on the pussy and use it to get a decent room and treat themselves to a good meal.

Jump up to just $75 USD / night and enjoy a lifestyle others only dream of living. Send me a PM for more detail and any questions. Got no dog in the fight. Only sharing good information about an excellent stay I am having there. Get that refund after you book in View Tally 6.

[QUOTE=CaliGuy33;2850814]$68 for a hotel in Pattaya is overpriced.[/QUOTE]2000 for ST is over priced but some of ya'll pay it. I prefer to pay 1000 for ST and buy myself a good meal or fuck twice as much.

ManLaw 101 says: No grown man tells another grown man how to spend their hard earned money or who they should be fucking.

[B]MikeNm[/B] Has spent his entire adult life working hard for his money. He deserves to spend it how he chooses and without comments from Cheep Charlies in the forum. Congratulations brother! As long as it fits your budget, then live it up. Live is short. Live well!

Laundry services right in the building. Go down stairs in my pajamas. Drop laundry off. Pick it up the next day and pay. Very inexpensive. I like to contract out the things in my life I don't like to do. When you have the money, you can do things like that. Especially at the prices being charged. The service fee for washing, ironing and folding are so reasonable I tip 10% every time.

Cheep Charles don't even respond to my posts. Man Law 101: no man ought to be telling another man how to spend his hard earned money nor who he should be fuck. You spend you money how you want. I will dowhatIlike. I can afford to send my money out cause I am not paying 2000 THB for short time. [B]ROTFLMAO[/B]!

[QUOTE=MikeNm;2850793]Thanks! After reading the forum, I've booked my stay at Blackwoods for next February. $68 a night for refundable fare. Looking forward to my first ever trip to Thailand. I will be newly retired at 65, but not new to mongering in the US. I'm hoping to be blown away! {pun intended}.[/QUOTE]You can rent a condo at "The Base" wayyyy cheaper than that and they have a rooftop pool with nice view. Don't pay Western prices for ANYTHING in the East!

Hi guys I'm a first timer to Pattaya. Have a short 3 day trip coming up and was reading up on where to pick my hotel.

I really like LK Empress but am concerned if it was a somewhat out of the way at soi 12. Will I have issues bringing girls back due to the distance? I see a few people bring up that girls don't like to travel far.

Should I just choose a spot closer to soi 6?

And small question about LK Empress. Are they hard on the 20+ rule? I don't think this is really a deal breaker but curious why 20 and not 18?

[QUOTE=Pickley;2851531]Hi guys I'm a first timer to Pattaya. Have a short 3 day trip coming up and was reading up on where to pick my hotel.

I really like LK Empress but am concerned if it was a somewhat out of the way at soi 12. Will I have issues bringing girls back due to the distance? I see a few people bring up that girls don't like to travel far.

Should I just choose a spot closer to soi 6?

And small question about LK Empress. Are they hard on the 20+ rule? I don't think this is really a deal breaker but curious why 20 and not 18?[/QUOTE]Not sure but they now want you to go down to front desk to sign each time. Before, they just called you on the phone and your visitor showed up at your door. Bringing back girls is quick (Baht bus on Beach Road) depending on how far down Soi 6 is the bar.

Areca Lodge had me walk all the way to front desk as well, but I remember the form I signed saying "no visitor under 18".

[QUOTE=MongerHunger;2851503]You can rent a condo at "The Base" wayyyy cheaper than that and they have a rooftop pool with nice view. Don't pay Western prices for ANYTHING in the East![/QUOTE]Hey man, would you need to do at least a month in advance to get the lower prices? And what site do you do this on? Not Abnb?

[QUOTE=SubCmdr;2851466]Laundry services right in the building. Go down stairs in my pajamas. Drop laundry off. Pick it up the next day and pay. Very inexpensive. I like to contract out the things in my life I don't like to do. When you have the money, you can do things like that. Especially at the prices being charged. The service fee for washing, ironing and folding are so reasonable I tip 10% every time.

Cheep Charles don't even respond to my posts. Man Law 101: no man ought to be telling another man how to spend his hard earned money nor who he should be fuck. You spend you money how you want. I will dowhatIlike. I can afford to send my money out cause I am not paying 2000 THB for short time. [B]ROTFLMAO[/B]![/QUOTE]I thought it was standard that tourists in Pattaya get their laundry done by a shop. It's what I have always done and costs next to nothing.

[QUOTE=CaliGuy33;2851710]I thought it was standard that tourists in Pattaya get their laundry done by a shop. It's what I have always done and costs next to nothing.[/QUOTE]No my ISG brother. It is not standard that tourists such as yourself in Pattaya get their laundry done by a shop. [U]Be a real man like me and get your Thai girlfriend to do it.[/U] Oh shit, that requires the ability to find and game regular girls. You up for it?

In all seriousness, my Thai girlfriend insists on washing the towels herself that we mess up during sex between ourselves and our threesome partners all weekend in our new hotel. We did not have such problems in [B]View Talay 6[/B]. And that is one of the reasons it is the bomb. But it's not for Cheep Charlies that ani't got that stack like I do.

By the way, what is your hotel recommendation, or do you just want to talk about how laundry is done in Pattaya?

Just spent 10 days and nights in Pattaya and these were my findings / experiences. This is mainly Gents Clubs based.

This was the 4th time for me in Pattaya and finally I found my bearings sufficiently that I didn't need Google maps as much as previously. It can be a bit of a maze. I decided this time that my fitness regime to support my mongering should be that I walked to every venue and I mean every one including the ones in Jomtien from Pattaya! I'm not sure what ached most at the end of the 10 days my dick or my feet. At least only the feet had blisters! It goes without saying that I did not have sessions in every place I went to - not least as that would have been physically impossible in the 10 days. But I wanted to see a lot of places this time.

Walking Street.

I've never been a fan. It is incredibly loud, people are pushy and it is really busy. Compared to other areas it is all very brash and pushy. For sure some of the agogos have pretty girls (Pin Up possibly the best of those I visited but I did less than ever preferring to spend my time away from the noise and hassle of WS). If you've never been to Pattaya you must do the walk up and down at least once but I can honestly say that I doubt I'll ever visit it again! Ignore the "Russian girls" signs in some of the bars. I witnessed one girl who was from Romania dancing on a pole (I asked her when she came off and conversed with her in my broken Romanian). Not Russian and I doubt if there are many if any.

The infamous Windmill Club.

Just off WS in Soi Diamond is the notorious Windmill. Again, if you've never visited it is worth it at least once just to watch the debauchery. From the moment you enter you will be confronted with a lot of naked girls, some receiving DATY, others touching each other up, many with tits and every orifice in customers' faces. Quite the sight! The girls are hoping they'll be bar fined but any mystique is gone!

Agogos.

I preferred the agogos around the LK Metro area though Playgirlz on Soi Buakhao was my favourite. Kink is the LK version of Windmill. Girls located in "pits" totally naked who will openly spread their legs and invite your fingers, hands, and if you were crazy enough mouths (God knows how many tongues visit their pussys in a night / week / month!) But there are some reasonably good looking girls in Kink though I didn't see anybody over 7/10. There are lots of agogos in LK much all the same, though tame compared to Kink. But as stated, by far the best IMHO is Playgirlz on Soi Buakhao. It unquestionably had the best looking girls I saw in clubs / bars in Pattaya indeed it probably had the top 5 best looking girls I saw in bars / clubs. Despite this I didn't bar fine any of them I prefer to have my fun onsite if possible rather than bring a girl back to the hotel. There are many destinations on the sex travel map where bringing the girl to the room is almost compelled (Dubai other than the AMPS) so when its possible to have fun on the premises I prefer it. Whilst that's not possible in most agogos, it is in GCs and many other bars (for example Soi 6 which this time I decided to miss as I much prefer Sois 7 and 8 which are far more chilled). I say not possible in "most" agogos I am not aware of any private rooms in any though I'm sure the more experienced Pattaya members will know of some.

Gents Clubs.

I spent the majority of my time this time in Gents clubs. In Pattaya, I visited, in no order of preference, Heave Above, High Rollers, The Den, Buzzin Lounge, Maggie Mays, Kings, Club Fate, Red Hot and Blue, Escape, Eden, Octopussy. In Jomtien / Pratumnak I visited Seahorse, Kit Kat, Catflaps, Venom, Cobra Bar, Hunny Lounge. I decided against Pussy Galore and Camel Toe just based upon logistics a bit difficult to get to and from or out of the way especially when walking everywhere! Last year my favourite GC was High Rollers 2 good pool tables, lovely staff and enough decent looking girls including my favourite Aom. I spent several nights there then. This time, I was disappointed in HR. Aom still there but no longer looking the fresh girl of a year ago. I decided, only having 10 nights, to try to avoid returning to any given club too many times given the many options available. I returned to Club Fate twice. My first visit to Club Fate (Soi Boomerang) there was memorable. They have a great "strip pool" competition where if the guy wins the girl whips off her top for a grope / suck on her nips to the cheers of the crowd. If the girl wins she gets a lady drink. Good deal, great fun, great vibe in the club, lots of bare breasts and fondling in the open, and one guy on my first visit being held in place by two girls whilst a third gave him a hand job until completion for all to see. I ended up in one of their rooms (spacious, clean, large and with good bed) with three of the girls (cannot remember names) and had a great time. Hence, I decided I would revisit on my final night. Sadly, it never lived up to the previous occasion and after two games of pool (despite winning!) I left. The quality of the girls was not as good as the previous encounter and whilst 2 of them were doable the remainder were not.

High Rollers had the same staff, same girls, same everything but somehow I didn't like it as much this time it looked older and grubby but to be fair, no better or worse than most of the clubs except Catflaps (see below).

Had to do duty to attend Buzzin Lounge given the great YouTube videos by Trev, so felt I "owed" him, but he wasn't there the night I attended and the lady offerings were weak. The bar is too small and the curtained off area just not for me. Wouldn't return. Ditto Kings up on Third Road but not far to walk from Honey One (Soapy). Here the quality of the girls is lower than Soi Boomerang (Club Fate) or Soi Buakhao /"Pothole". No need to win the match here the girl I played was so delighted I bought her a lady drink that she immediately got naked to play and was putting the pool cue to better uses than potting balls! But didn't see anyone better than 5/10. Hunny Lounge was again full of naked debauchery as was Heaven Above, but despite previously positive reports on Heaven Above from one recent poster in this forum, I found the quality of girls there quite poor compared to others.

What became clear to me about Gents clubs is that the quality of your experience is very much dependent upon (1) the vibe in the club / bar that actual night (2) which girls are working (3) your own mood. I suppose this could be said of all types of "entertainment" venues but whilst the vibe say in Kink was the same every night, the same could not be said of GCs Fate was markedly different on my two visits despite me having the same upbeat mood / approach which had taken me into a room with 3 girls.

So on to Jomtien / Pratumnak GCs. I had never been on previous visits, but I will 100% target this area, especially Pratumnak when I next return. Mongering aside, Pratumnak is the place to be. It is as upscale as Thailand gets on the coast. A quaint village-style area where it is clearly more opulent than the surrounding areas including the chilled-vibe of Jomtien. The GCs here are just better cleaner, more high end, better facilities. The quality of girls didn't incrementally improve but it didn't diminish either. Catflaps is the stand out club in terms of quality. A little bit of a walk uphill from the Main Street of Pratumnak but 5 minutes and well worth it. A sunken circular blue bar area which resembles Scandalos in Malaga Spain (for those who have been). Run by a very nice American guy, the club is well set out, good facilities and good vibe. The "cuddle" areas / couches to the right of the bar as one enters were occupied by a few guys who were butt naked and getting their cocks attended to by several girls. Bit like a scene from Tuesday open area sex night in Globe Club Switzerland. But it is dark enough and well set back enough that this isn't somehow in your face and lots of people were chatting at the bar / playing pool, watching the big screen sport and totally ignoring the open BJs and HJs in the booths off to the side. Curtained areas were available as well as VIP rooms.

The owner has acquired Maggie Mays and is extending it for me it needed it too small and no pool table currently all that is changing. If it is refurbished to the same standard as Catflaps it will (1) blow all of the other GCs out of the water in Pattaya, and (2) hopefully raise the standard immeasurably

Venom is brand new but the outside gives the false impression of big club. It's tiny with few girls. Cobra Bar is cozy, small but had 2 cute girls working on my early evening visit. In Jomtien itself Seahorse is also quite up market, very busy mid afternoon and some good choices of girls. Got the impression nearly all the guys know each other well. KitCat was a pleasant surprise. Looks tired from outside, and indeed inside, but good options which tempted me to take 2 for an afternoon threesome. Very nice VIP room with showers to side.

I much preferred the beach at Jomtien to Beach Road in Pattaya. I've now stayed in most of the better hotels in Pattaya and Wave on Beach Road is the best whilst it doesn't have the rooftop pools of the Hilton or Siam Siam it is funky, well maintained, great service and I would return there without hesitation had I not found Pratumnak (known by the locals as the Hollywood Hills of Pattaya).

Soapies I visited were Honey One, Rasputin, Honey 2 and Grand Honey 3. Best options were at Rasputin (though a little tricky to find even for the Bolt driver). A quick heads up about the very pretty S23 at Grand Honey 3 yellow badge so not the highest but 10/10 body. She was the ONLY girl on the whole trip who would not do BBBJ and wouldn't allow digits or DATY. Pretty, fabulous body but service was poor. M44 in Honey two (dark blue badge) is a former gymnast who takes great delight in insisting you fuck her when she is in positions I did not know the human body could move into! Rasputin had a large selection as did Honey 2. The girls in Honey 1 were largely overweight (not my bag) and I didn't take any.

Last year I posted about a visit to The Castle a BDSM club which was an eye-opener and my report got some fun comments from guys who thought my nave pleas to the Mistresses not to go too heavy on the slaves during the welcome show were funny. I couldn't resist another peak, and visited again. 1500 bht entry which includes one drink is OTT for Pattaya but its worth one visit. These ladies are true professionals if this your thing one very submissive (and very fat) British guy was tied up and given a very hard whipping which caused me to want to interrupt to ask if he was ok (as his back, butt and legs didn't look it) but I thought better of it just in case they thought I might want to take his place! But The Castle is not in the same league as Octupussy Fetish Club in Bangkok where non-participation is impossible!

Maybe it is a sign of age, but my best mongering on this trip was not in any of the above places. Oh for sure I loved some of the fun I had in the above venues, but for me, this time, my standout experiences were all in the oily massage places. I had 3 girls who I would rate 9/10 for looks and bodies all under 30, one of them 21, and all very willing to please, took their time, no rush, full services including BBBJ and two out of the three offered anal (not for me but it's available). But they were not drunk, and very attractive. One of them (about 100 yards from Avani Hotel on 2nd Road) was close to 10 in looks best looking girl I saw all trip. So much so I did wonder if she might be ladyboy but she most definitely was not. I had 2 x threesomes in the oiles which were also excellent.

So that's Pattaya for another year. I have little doubt I'll be back. I'll stay in Pratumnak next time. Really close to get to Pattaya, but much better high end vibe and some great options.

Back to Bangkok now for 5 more nights. Will report in that thread.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2851808]Just spent 10 days and nights in Pattaya and these were my findings / experiences. This is mainly Gents Clubs based.

This was the 4th time for me in Pattaya and finally I found my bearings sufficiently that I didn't need Google maps as much as previously. It can be a bit of a maze. I decided this time that my fitness regime to support my mongering should be that I walked to every venue and I mean every one including the ones in Jomtien from Pattaya! I'm not sure what ached most at the end of the 10 days my dick or my feet. At least only the feet had blisters! It goes without saying that I did not have sessions in every place I went to - not least as that would have been physically impossible in the 10 days. But I wanted to see a lot of places this time.

Walking Street.

I've never been a fan. It is incredibly loud, people are pushy and it is really busy. Compared to other areas it is all very brash and pushy. For sure some of the agogos have pretty girls (Pin Up possibly the best of those I visited but I did less than ever preferring to spend my time away from the noise and hassle of WS). If you've never been to Pattaya you must do the walk up and down at least once but I can honestly say that I doubt I'll ever visit it again! Ignore the "Russian girls" signs in some of the bars. I witnessed one girl who was from Romania dancing on a pole (I asked her when she came off and conversed with her in my broken Romanian). Not Russian and I doubt if there are many if any.

The infamous Windmill Club.

Just off WS in Soi Diamond is the notorious Windmill. Again, if you've never visited it is worth it at least once just to watch the debauchery. From the moment you enter you will be confronted with a lot of naked girls, some receiving DATY, others touching each other up, many with tits and every orifice in customers' faces. Quite the sight! The girls are hoping they'll be bar fined but any mystique is gone!

Agogos.

I preferred the agogos around the LK Metro area though Playgirlz on Soi Buakhao was my favourite. Kink is the LK version of Windmill. Girls located in "pits" totally naked who will openly spread their legs and invite your fingers, hands, and if you were crazy enough mouths (God knows how many tongues visit their pussys in a night / week / month!) But there are some reasonably good looking girls in Kink though I didn't see anybody over 7/10. There are lots of agogos in LK much all the same, though tame compared to Kink. But as stated, by far the best IMHO is Playgirlz on Soi Buakhao. It unquestionably had the best looking girls I saw in clubs / bars in Pattaya indeed it probably had the top 5 best looking girls I saw in bars / clubs. Despite this I didn't bar fine any of them I prefer to have my fun onsite if possible rather than bring a girl back to the hotel. There are many destinations on the sex travel map where bringing the girl to the room is almost compelled (Dubai other than the AMPS) so when its possible to have fun on the premises I prefer it. Whilst that's not possible in most agogos, it is in GCs and many other bars (for example Soi 6 which this time I decided to miss as I much prefer Sois 7 and 8 which are far more chilled). I say not possible in "most" agogos I am not aware of any private rooms in any though I'm sure the more experienced Pattaya members will know of some.

Gents Clubs.

I spent the majority of my time this time in Gents clubs. In Pattaya, I visited, in no order of preference, Heave Above, High Rollers, The Den, Buzzin Lounge, Maggie Mays, Kings, Club Fate, Red Hot and Blue, Escape, Eden, Octopussy. In Jomtien / Pratumnak I visited Seahorse, Kit Kat, Catflaps, Venom, Cobra Bar, Hunny Lounge. I decided against Pussy Galore and Camel Toe just based upon logistics a bit difficult to get to and from or out of the way especially when walking everywhere! Last year my favourite GC was High Rollers 2 good pool tables, lovely staff and enough decent looking girls including my favourite Aom. I spent several nights there then. This time, I was disappointed in HR. Aom still there but no longer looking the fresh girl of a year ago. I decided, only having 10 nights, to try to avoid returning to any given club too many times given the many options available. I returned to Club Fate twice. My first visit to Club Fate (Soi Boomerang) there was memorable. They have a great "strip pool" competition where if the guy wins the girl whips off her top for a grope / suck on her nips to the cheers of the crowd. If the girl wins she gets a lady drink. Good deal, great fun, great vibe in the club, lots of bare breasts and fondling in the open, and one guy on my first visit being held in place by two girls whilst a third gave him a hand job until completion for all to see. I ended up in one of their rooms (spacious, clean, large and with good bed) with three of the girls (cannot remember names) and had a great time. Hence, I decided I would revisit on my final night. Sadly, it never lived up to the previous occasion and after two games of pool (despite winning!) I left. The quality of the girls was not as good as the previous encounter and whilst 2 of them were doable the remainder were not.

High Rollers had the same staff, same girls, same everything but somehow I didn't like it as much this time it looked older and grubby but to be fair, no better or worse than most of the clubs except Catflaps (see below).

Had to do duty to attend Buzzin Lounge given the great YouTube videos by Trev, so felt I "owed" him, but he wasn't there the night I attended and the lady offerings were weak. The bar is too small and the curtained off area just not for me. Wouldn't return. Ditto Kings up on Third Road but not far to walk from Honey One (Soapy). Here the quality of the girls is lower than Soi Boomerang (Club Fate) or Soi Buakhao /"Pothole". No need to win the match here the girl I played was so delighted I bought her a lady drink that she immediately got naked to play and was putting the pool cue to better uses than potting balls! But didn't see anyone better than 5/10. Hunny Lounge was again full of naked debauchery as was Heaven Above, but despite previously positive reports on Heaven Above from one recent poster in this forum, I found the quality of girls there quite poor compared to others.

What became clear to me about Gents clubs is that the quality of your experience is very much dependent upon (1) the vibe in the club / bar that actual night (2) which girls are working (3) your own mood. I suppose this could be said of all types of "entertainment" venues but whilst the vibe say in Kink was the same every night, the same could not be said of GCs Fate was markedly different on my two visits despite me having the same upbeat mood / approach which had taken me into a room with 3 girls.

So on to Jomtien / Pratumnak GCs. I had never been on previous visits, but I will 100% target this area, especially Pratumnak when I next return. Mongering aside, Pratumnak is the place to be. It is as upscale as Thailand gets on the coast. A quaint village-style area where it is clearly more opulent than the surrounding areas including the chilled-vibe of Jomtien. The GCs here are just better cleaner, more high end, better facilities. The quality of girls didn't incrementally improve but it didn't diminish either. Catflaps is the stand out club in terms of quality. A little bit of a walk uphill from the Main Street of Pratumnak but 5 minutes and well worth it. A sunken circular blue bar area which resembles Scandalos in Malaga Spain (for those who have been). Run by a very nice American guy, the club is well set out, good facilities and good vibe. The "cuddle" areas / couches to the right of the bar as one enters were occupied by a few guys who were butt naked and getting their cocks attended to by several girls. Bit like a scene from Tuesday open area sex night in Globe Club Switzerland. But it is dark enough and well set back enough that this isn't somehow in your face and lots of people were chatting at the bar / playing pool, watching the big screen sport and totally ignoring the open BJs and HJs in the booths off to the side. Curtained areas were available as well as VIP rooms.

The owner has acquired Maggie Mays and is extending it for me it needed it too small and no pool table currently all that is changing. If it is refurbished to the same standard as Catflaps it will (1) blow all of the other GCs out of the water in Pattaya, and (2) hopefully raise the standard immeasurably

Venom is brand new but the outside gives the false impression of big club. It's tiny with few girls. Cobra Bar is cozy, small but had 2 cute girls working on my early evening visit. In Jomtien itself Seahorse is also quite up market, very busy mid afternoon and some good choices of girls. Got the impression nearly all the guys know each other well. KitCat was a pleasant surprise. Looks tired from outside, and indeed inside, but good options which tempted me to take 2 for an afternoon threesome. Very nice VIP room with showers to side.

I much preferred the beach at Jomtien to Beach Road in Pattaya. I've now stayed in most of the better hotels in Pattaya and Wave on Beach Road is the best whilst it doesn't have the rooftop pools of the Hilton or Siam Siam it is funky, well maintained, great service and I would return there without hesitation had I not found Pratumnak (known by the locals as the Hollywood Hills of Pattaya).

Soapies I visited were Honey One, Rasputin, Honey 2 and Grand Honey 3. Best options were at Rasputin (though a little tricky to find even for the Bolt driver). A quick heads up about the very pretty S23 at Grand Honey 3 yellow badge so not the highest but 10/10 body. She was the ONLY girl on the whole trip who would not do BBBJ and wouldn't allow digits or DATY. Pretty, fabulous body but service was poor. M44 in Honey two (dark blue badge) is a former gymnast who takes great delight in insisting you fuck her when she is in positions I did not know the human body could move into! Rasputin had a large selection as did Honey 2. The girls in Honey 1 were largely overweight (not my bag) and I didn't take any.

Last year I posted about a visit to The Castle a BDSM club which was an eye-opener and my report got some fun comments from guys who thought my nave pleas to the Mistresses not to go too heavy on the slaves during the welcome show were funny. I couldn't resist another peak, and visited again. 1500 bht entry which includes one drink is OTT for Pattaya but its worth one visit. These ladies are true professionals if this your thing one very submissive (and very fat) British guy was tied up and given a very hard whipping which caused me to want to interrupt to ask if he was ok (as his back, butt and legs didn't look it) but I thought better of it just in case they thought I might want to take his place! But The Castle is not in the same league as Octupussy Fetish Club in Bangkok where non-participation is impossible!

Maybe it is a sign of age, but my best mongering on this trip was not in any of the above places. Oh for sure I loved some of the fun I had in the above venues, but for me, this time, my standout experiences were all in the oily massage places. I had 3 girls who I would rate 9/10 for looks and bodies all under 30, one of them 21, and all very willing to please, took their time, no rush, full services including BBBJ and two out of the three offered anal (not for me but it's available). But they were not drunk, and very attractive. One of them (about 100 yards from Avani Hotel on 2nd Road) was close to 10 in looks best looking girl I saw all trip. So much so I did wonder if she might be ladyboy but she most definitely was not. I had 2 x threesomes in the oiles which were also excellent.

So that's Pattaya for another year. I have little doubt I'll be back. I'll stay in Pratumnak next time. Really close to get to Pattaya, but much better high end vibe and some great options.

Back to Bangkok now for 5 more nights. Will report in that thread.[/QUOTE]Nice read and info but one has to wonder why you didn't give the names of a single massage place but named all the other venues with detail along with locations and the massage places are where you say you had the best time, service and girls.

[QUOTE=HelloIm;2851686]Hey man, would you need to do at least a month in advance to get the lower prices? And what site do you do this on? Not Abnb?[/QUOTE]"The Base" is modern and clean and has 2 high rise towers. There are actually two pools. One is on the roof top and the other is above the lobby. I enjoyed my stay there. You can book on different sites but if I were you I would check Airbnb and then compare it to the other sites. Do a little research and look around.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2851808]Just spent 10 days and nights in Pattaya and these were my findings / experiences. This is mainly Gents Clubs based.
[/QUOTE]Apologies for posting in the wrong thread. Have posted in the main Pattaya forum now! Hotels:

Hilton. Good pool and location but annoyingly have to get in one lift, out of it to reception, into another lift to rooms.

Very small gym. Great views from Pool.

Siam Siam. Too far out of centre. Rooms are very tired. Lovely rooftop pool. Good gym. Breakfast is poor. Really poorly located other than for Soi 6.

Wave. Fabulous location. Quirky. Great rooms, great service, on Beach Road. Close to everything. Nice pool but on ground floor. No gym but 5 minutes to Coco. Best gym in Pattaya.

Royal Cliff. Top of the hill. Great views / pool / gym. Not really a walk into town. Possible but very uphill on way back!

Note for next trip. Stay in Pratumnak. Very upscale between Pattaya and Jomtien.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2851842]Wave. Fabulous location. Quirky. Great rooms, great service, on Beach Road. Close to everything. Nice pool but on ground floor. No gym but 5 minutes to Coco. Best gym in Pattaya.[/QUOTE]According to who is Coco the best gym in Pattaya? Did you have a look at other places too?

[QUOTE=Pickley;2851531]I really like LK Empress but am concerned if it was a somewhat out of the way at soi 12. Will I have issues bringing girls back due to the distance? [/QUOTE]Soi 6 to LK Empress is maybe a 5 minute taxi ride as long as there's no traffic. No Soi 6 girl is going to complain about that. If she did, that's likely not the right girl to go with.

If you want a nicer hotel that won't break the budget within short walking distance to Soi 6 consider Mera Mare and Hard Rock. What's nice about Hard Rock is you can exit the hotel on both Beach Road and 2nd Road.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2851842]Hilton. Siam Siam. Wave. Royal Cliff. [/QUOTE]

You said you walked everywhere in Pattaya. Did you walk between these hotels with your luggage too? If so, please let us know which luggage your have cause that's one durable brand.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2851858]


You said you walked everywhere in Pattaya. Did you walk between these hotels with your luggage too? If so, please let us know which luggage your have cause that's one durable brand.[/QUOTE]LOL! Nope didn't walk to a single hotel. I travel light (ish) when in Thailand but still had a suitcase and a small rucksack but they 100% went in cabs. I should also say that I didn't stay in all of these hotels on this trip. I stayed in Royal Cliff and Hilton last year and Siam and Wave this year. The thought of lugging a case from any hotel to anywhere on what can only be loosely described as "pavements" in Pattaya is unthinkable. That said, as Beach road was being resurfaced during my stay it technically would have been possible between say Wave and Hilton. Nice and smooth if a bit entertaining avoiding bikes and cars! But up the hill to Royal Cliff? Erm. Nope!

First time traveling to Thailand. I read through about 20 pages here and decided to go with a Condo for a 3-night stay in the beginning of October.

Although the safety of a hotel with keeping ID's sounds good, I just didn't want to deal with the hassle. I picked Edge Central because of the location. And it looks pretty nice. No chance I get in that pool. That thing looks terrifying.

If anyone has any reason why this place is a bad idea, please let me know and I'll book something else. Otherwise, I'll report on it after I get there in a few weeks.

[QUOTE=Jim2288;2852567]First time traveling to Thailand. I read through about 20 pages here and decided to go with a Condo for a 3-night stay in the beginning of October.

Although the safety of a hotel with keeping ID's sounds good, I just didn't want to deal with the hassle. I picked Edge Central because of the location. And it looks pretty nice. No chance I get in that pool. That thing looks terrifying.

If anyone has any reason why this place is a bad idea, please let me know and I'll book something else. Otherwise, I'll report on it after I get there in a few weeks.[/QUOTE]Edge is a good choice. Location is excellent. I've never stayed there but I have been told by several people the rooms are small. That's the only complaint I have heard. You have done your due diligence and read back 20 pages which many first timers don't do. You are informed. I would point out that the hotel ID issue is not a problem at all. It is a simple, fast process. However, for most first time visitors staying for a short period of time, I would recommend a hotel over a condo. It's easier to get general info about about directions, tours, transportation, restaurants, etc. From a hotel front desk. I've also met some nice fellow travelers that way.

Some good hotels near Edge with good locations are Debua, Amethyst (both newer), Areca, LK Metropole, LK Renaissance. There are seemingly hundreds of others nearby, too. Enjoy your trip. Pattaya is like no other place on the planet.

Hi Guys been reading the forum and finally decided on LK empress for October last week stay with free cancellation. Have been re considering as I think I won't be venturing so much into Go-Go and would like the regular bar scene more so been considering Mare Mera as its near Soi 6.

So couple of doubts-.

Can you get a Soi 6 girl back to your hotel and if so which would be the better option.

Also if not a Go-Go scene which of them would be better overall for stay and convinience. Also is there a better option in similar budgets.

Thank you.

How is Agoda for booking hotels in Pattaya and Bangkok. Is it reliable?

I have been using booking.com for most stays in my home country and abroad so far. Had no issues as such but lately realizing Agoda has better deals even though I am on "genius 3" level in booking.com's loyalty programme.

Also, how is blackwoods hotel Pattaya. Anyone’s stayed over there?

[QUOTE=Ulalaulala123;2852934]How is Agoda for booking hotels in Pattaya and Bangkok. Is it reliable?

I have been using booking.com for most stays in my home country and abroad so far. Had no issues as such but lately realising Agoda has better deals even though I am on "genius 3" level in booking.com's loyalty programme.

Also, how is blackwoods hotel Pattaya. Anyones stayed over there?[/QUOTE]Agoda profiles customers and may contrive not to give you their best bargains if they have you down as a good payer. That's why I often have a friend of mine book on my behalf. Agoda have him down as a cheapskate as he often books very cheap hotels. Also, Agoda plays games, jacking up the price at the last click, forcing you to buy in Euros at Agoda's less good exchange rate, charging extra money because the "local currency is different from the credit card currency" (hidden somewhere in their small print).

The best Agoda deals are often to be found through Google maps. Look up the hotel in Google maps and click on the Agoda deal. Alas for me, Agoda refuses to give ME the deals they advertise in Google maps. Note that the Agoda app price is often different from the price on the Agoda browser website.

Agoda and Booking belong to the same outfit, so why does Agoda play games and Booking doesn't? I think this is because Booking operates under EU law while Agoda operates from Singapore. EU law doesn't allow Agoda practices.

Trip dot com is reliable too. After a trip to Brazil fell through I once cancelled 3000 euro worth of hotel bookings in Brazil. Trip dot com refunded quickly. In my experience Trip dot com will have prices a bit cheaper than Booking but not as cheap as Agoda's.

[QUOTE=XXL;2852950]Agoda profiles customers and may contrive not to give you their best bargains if they have you down as a good payer. That's why I often have a friend of mine book on my behalf. Agoda have him down as a cheapskate as he often books very cheap hotels. Also, Agoda plays games, jacking up the price at the last click, forcing you to buy in Euros at Agoda's less good exchange rate, charging extra money because the "local currency is different from the credit card currency" (hidden somewhere in their small print).

The best Agoda deals are often to be found through Google maps. Look up the hotel in Google maps and click on the Agoda deal. Alas for me, Agoda refuses to give ME the deals they advertise in Google maps. Note that the Agoda app price is often different from the price on the Agoda browser website.

Agoda and Booking belong to the same outfit, so why does Agoda play games and Booking doesn't? I think this is because Booking operates under EU law while Agoda operates from Singapore. EU law doesn't allow Agoda practices.

Trip dot com is reliable too. After a trip to Brazil fell through I once cancelled 3000 euro worth of hotel bookings in Brazil. Trip dot com refunded quickly. In my experience Trip dot com will have prices a bit cheaper than Booking but not as cheap as Agoda's.[/QUOTE]Always check on many sites to see what is the rate for duration of your stay. Some sites show cheaper. Usually I want breakfast included in the deal. For this Agoda and trip are good. I have also booked through hotel website and they have good deals if you are staying more than 3 nights.

[QUOTE=Ulalaulala123;2852934]Also, how is blackwoods hotel Pattaya. Anyones stayed over there?[/QUOTE]Never stayed there but came across this video a few days ago, you might find it helpful, or not.

Room looks clean but small.

If it's the one they rent at 65 $, it's not worth in my opinion unless you love the location.

[URL]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7KDrCnjN44[/URL]

One should always compare hotel prices on a few different websites multiple times to assure a decent booking. It is also a very good idea to make sure the reservation is a pay at the hotel, no penalty for cancelation reservation in case your trip falls through or you find a cheaper price later on.

I think Agoda is pretty good for Asian bookings, but I have found Expedia usually offers better prices in Brazil. I have also found that booking directly with the hotel will many times get the best deal possible although not always. Ha Ha.

[QUOTE=AxelHeyst;2852975]... It is also a very good idea to make sure the reservation is a pay at the hotel, no penalty for cancelation reservation in case your trip falls through or you find a cheaper price later on.
... [/QUOTE]If you book non-refundable it matters not whether it was "pay at the property" or "pay now". Your card gets debited, albeit on a different day.

Thank you XXL and Banana Boi for your responses to my question earlier. I ended up just sticking with Empress. Rooms look on the nicer end, plus good location and decent breakfast.

As for booking sites compare a couple. For example I book directly with Agoda and it's not the lowest rate. But I'll use another site like google or booking and it will give me an Agoda reservation at lower price. And sometimes Agoda will have the lowest rate by themselves. I usually just compare my favorite 2 or 3 sites. Your membership level honestly doesn't matter too much.

[QUOTE=Allover;2852759]Edge is a good choice. Location is excellent. I've never stayed there but I have been told by several people the rooms are small. That's the only complaint I have heard. You have done your due diligence and read back 20 pages which many first timers don't do. You are informed. I would point out that the hotel ID issue is not a problem at all. It is a simple, fast process. However, for most first time visitors staying for a short period of time, I would recommend a hotel over a condo. It's easier to get general info about about directions, tours, transportation, restaurants, etc. From a hotel front desk. I've also met some nice fellow travelers that way.

Some good hotels near Edge with good locations are Debua, Amethyst (both newer), Areca, LK Metropole, LK Renaissance. There are seemingly hundreds of others nearby, too. Enjoy your trip. Pattaya is like no other place on the planet.[/QUOTE]Is this the one at the bottom of Diana and 2nd? How did you book? Their site from google maps is in Thai and I can't find any way to view an English copy of the site.

[URL]https://www.sansiri.com/condominium/edge-central-pattaya/th/?utm_source=post&utm_medium=gmb&utm_campaign=digital[/URL]+team_edge+central+pattaya_00-00-03-430&utm_content=broad-GMB-web.

[QUOTE=Ariman2789;2852775]Hi Guys been reading the forum and finally decided on LK empress for October last week stay with free cancellation. Have been re considering as I think I won't be venturing so much into Go-Go and would like the regular bar scene more so been considering Mera Mare as its near Soi 6.[/QUOTE]Haven't stayed at either hotel, so my opinion is based solely on their locations.

Mera Mare is just north of the big Hard Rock Hotel complex on Beach Road. Google Maps says it's a 350 meter walk to the intersection of Soi Six and Beach Road. So if you plan on taking a girl from a Soi Six bar back to your hotel, it would be easy. Be aware, however, that the Soi Six business model has long assumed the use of onsite rooms. While it's possible to find a girl willing to go back to your hotel, you'll pay a bar fine and the girl will demand a higher fee.

Moreover, as others have noted, post-COVID the Soi Six bars have shifted their "product mix," so to speak. There is more emphasis on the customers who just drink. More girls are "drinks only." Some are up front about it. Others fend off requests to go upstairs by falsely saying they are having their period. My sense is that the original poster will have to work a little bit to find a girl that strikes his fancy who is willing to go to his hotel.

I'm not sure what Mr. Ariman means when he says he might prefer "the regular bar scene." Does he mean beer bars? Outdoor cafe type places like in Tree Town? Gentlemen's Clubs? If so, he won't find many of those near the Mera Mare. North of Pattaya Central Road Soi Six is the category killer. (OK, there is Sabai Dee.) If he fancies a pub crawl, I think he'd be better off at the LK Empress because the central part of town has every conceivable type of "bar" and he could easily walk around until he finds someplace he likes.

Bunky

[QUOTE=Bunky;2853337]Haven't stayed at either hotel, so my opinion is based solely on their locations.

Mera Mare is just north of the big Hard Rock Hotel complex on Beach Road. Google Maps says it's a 350 meter walk to the intersection of Soi Six and Beach Road. So if you plan on taking a girl from a Soi Six bar back to your hotel, it would be easy. Be aware, however, that the Soi Six business model has long assumed the use of onsite rooms. While it's possible to find a girl willing to go back to your hotel, you'll pay a bar fine and the girl will demand a higher fee.

Moreover, as others have noted, post-COVID the Soi Six bars have shifted their "product mix," so to speak. There is more emphasis on the customers who just drink. More girls are "drinks only. " Some are up front about it. Others fend off requests to go upstairs by falsely saying their are having their period. My sense is that the original poster will have to work a little bit to find a girl that strikes his fancy who is willing to go to his hotel.

I'm not sure what Mr. Ariman means when he says he might prefer "the regular bar scene. " Does he mean beer bars? Outdoor cafe type places like in Tree Town? Gentlemen's Clubs? If so, he won't find many of those near the Mera Mara.[/QUOTE]Yes I meant your regular open bar type places like tree town. Thank you so much for your input going to stick with the empress.

Cheers.

Hello Seniors,

Coming P Town after long time, RTFF the forum, but looking for direct input from seniors.

Kindly suggest Condo where have no restriction of brining more chicas at same time.

[QUOTE=Venom5566;2853630]Hello Seniors,

Coming P Town after long time, RTFF the forum, but looking for direct input from seniors.

Kindly suggest Condo where have no restriction of brining more chicas at same time.[/QUOTE]Chicas! You are taking my language. They usually call them girls or ladies in this form.

Newbie here! Seniors can be set in their ways, have blinders on and are mostly negative. I write for new people!

[B]Five girl orgies anyone?[/B] It happened. While I was staying at View Talay 6. Was not a problem having all the girls come back to the room. Be ready to pony up some cash. And they don't take American Express. LOL!

[QUOTE=SubCmdr;2853717]Chicas! You are taking my language. They usually call them girls or ladies in this form.

Newbie here! Seniors can be set in their ways, have blinders on and are mostly negative. I write for new people!

[B]Five girl orgies anyone?[/B] It happened. While I was staying at View Talay 6. Was not a problem having all the girls come back to the room. Be ready to pony up some cash. And they don't take American Express. LOL![/QUOTE]Hola,

What do you think about Condo senior?

I bought 2 chica once, tipped 100 to security. Everything was breeze. This time have more actions planned.

I know we have many adventurous folks here and have indulged in similar debauchery once in life time. Looking forward to hear more.

[QUOTE=Venom5566;2853907]Hola,

What do you think about Condo senior?

I bought 2 chica once, tipped 100 to security. Everything was breeze. This time have more actions planned.

I know we have many adventurous folks here and have indulged in similar debauchery once in life time. Looking forward to hear more.[/QUOTE]As another suggestion, for 800 - 900 THB you could just rent a hotel room for the night where all you need is for the girl to have ID. Security will take you room number and a picture of the ID of the girl. No tip to security needed if you have more than one girl. You want to rent a garden cottage with the king size bed. And you will have an area for complete debauchery. Name of the place:

[B]Pattaya Garden Resort/Hotel[/B], it is within walking distance of Terminal 21.

[I]Oh that's so nasty! In your face you know it all mother fuckers. Newbie here. To Pattaya maybe, not to tricking. Don't hate mother fuckers! Participate.[/I]

[QUOTE=Venom5566;2853630]Hello Seniors,

Coming P Town after long time, RTFF the forum, but looking for direct input from seniors.

Kindly suggest Condo where have no restriction of brining more chicas at same time.[/QUOTE]View Talay 6 - I am not aware of any problems bringing multiple chicas into your room.