Bangkok Hotels

Hi guys. Planning a trip in December from 19 to Jan 5th. Currently I have booking at the Landmark hotel but couldn't find any discussion on it. I am debating switching to Hyatt. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

[QUOTE=GatorAk;2825594]Hi guys. Planning a trip in December from 19 to Jan 5th. Currently I have booking at the Landmark hotel but couldn't find any discussion on it. I am debating switching to Hyatt. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.[/QUOTE]I stayed there a few months ago. Very nice hotel with excellent service, and no issues bringing friends into your room. It's one of the oldest "skyscrapers" in Bangkok but was completely remodeled not too long ago. Rooms are very fancy and if you can get one on an upper floor, you'll have a great view. Also very close to Nana BTS and Asok BTS.

[QUOTE=GreenToad;2826926]I stayed there a few months ago. Very nice hotel with excellent service, and no issues bringing friends into your room. It's one of the oldest "skyscrapers" in Bangkok but was completely remodeled not too long ago. Rooms are very fancy and if you can get one on an upper floor, you'll have a great view. Also very close to Nana BTS and Asok BTS.[/QUOTE]Appreciate the response. I will stick to Landmark.

I am looking for recommendations of 4-5 stars hotels near BNH Hospital. USD $100 a night. The Ascott Hotel looks good. Anyone's opinion on the Ascott please.

I know that most hotels are girl friendly, and I have never had problem at my usual haunt, the Pullman Grande Sukhumvit. Next visit to the City of Angels I will be staying at the Novotel Ploenchit (Sukhumvit) and was wondering if anyone has stayed there and what their experiences have been. Thanks.

[QUOTE=Farape;2828296]I know that most hotels are girl friendly, and I have never had problem at my usual haunt, the Pullman Grande Sukhumvit. Next visit to the City of Angels I will be staying at the Novotel Ploenchit (Sukhumvit) and was wondering if anyone has stayed there and what their experiences have been. Thanks.[/QUOTE]I have stayed at the Novotel Ploenchit many times. Good location, and easy to get to. Airport Rail Link to Phaya-Thai stop, then the BTS from Phaya-Thai to Ploen Chit. I prefer the experience at massage parlors, so I have never barfined a lady and taken her or a freelancer to my room. I have a feeling that Novotel Ploenchit is not very guest-friendly. From the front door, you have to pass the front desk very closely, and they seem to know and greet everyone. For my purposes, the hotel is very good (and an excellent breakfast buffet), but for those who prefer fun in their hotel room, probably not so much.

Thank you BeachDrone, useful heads-up.

The location is what drew me to this hotel, BTS in front of the door (excellent to get to my business meetings) and Nana Plaza a few minutes walk.

Guess I will then have to do the "walk of shame" as I do like having some action in the room. Will report how it went and if I would do it again.

[QUOTE=BeachDrone;2828355]I have stayed at the Novotel Ploenchit many times. Good location, and easy to get to. Airport Rail Link to Phaya-Thai stop, then the BTS from Phaya-Thai to Ploen Chit. I prefer the experience at massage parlors, so I have never barfined a lady and taken her or a freelancer to my room. I have a feeling that Novotel Ploenchit is not very guest-friendly. From the front door, you have to pass the front desk very closely, and they seem to know and greet everyone. For my purposes, the hotel is very good (and an excellent breakfast buffet), but for those who prefer fun in their hotel room, probably not so much.[/QUOTE]

After having enough of Soi 11, I am looking at Jasmine City on Soi 23 and Emporium Suites on Soi 24. Has anyone stayed at either of these hotels and what are the comments and recommendations of either hotel? Thanks for any comments you may have.

Booked my stay at Stable Lodge.

Anyone stayed here before? I like the feel of laid back calm atmosphere.

Upcoming return (missed the Land of Smiles so much over the past 6 months in dreary Europe though Dubai is still amazing).

Contemplating a week in BKK before returning south. Usually stay at Sheraton or Grande Centre Point 21 on Sukhumvit but fancy a change. The cantilever pool at Okura Prestige is a must, and I like the look of Chatrium Riverside for a change of scenery. Both websites say green / joiner friendly but wondered if any senior members here have stayed at either and can advise. Many thanks.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2831742]Upcoming return (missed the Land of Smiles so much over the past 6 months in dreary Europe though Dubai is still amazing).

Contemplating a week in BKK before returning south. Usually stay at Sheraton or Grande Centre Point 21 on Sukhumvit but fancy a change. The cantilever pool at Okura Prestige is a must, and I like the look of Chatrium Riverside for a change of scenery. Both websites say green / joiner friendly but wondered if any senior members here have stayed at either and can advise. Many thanks.[/QUOTE]Not a senior member but this may help?

Stayed there last Feb for 5 nights in a suite, great room, overall fantastic place to stay (I normally stay in the adelphi suites but it was my 60th birthday and retirement) however when I tried to take some one back from nana but they said it was too far, even for long time. I did see several thai / european couples at the hotel but no idea how they were related.

You also have to pass the concierge desk as you enter.

Taxi's were easy to get, only real issue was access to skytrain using the hotels ferry, it goes every half hour most of the day upto about midnight.

[QUOTE=OldHarry;2831834]Not a senior member but this may help?

Stayed there last Feb for 5 nights in a suite, great room, overall fantastic place to stay (I normally stay in the adelphi suites but it was my 60th birthday and retirement) however when I tried to take some one back from nana but they said it was too far, even for long time. I did see several thai / european couples at the hotel but no idea how they were related.

You also have to pass the concierge desk as you enter.

Taxi's were easy to get, only real issue was access to skytrain using the hotels ferry, it goes every half hour most of the day upto about midnight.[/QUOTE]Very helpful thanks. How odd they wouldn't go there (even LT) - I took a girl from Therme to the airport hotel last year. Only ST but then I did offer to pay her cab back to Sukhumvit. Location on the river appeals for a change.

As mentioned, despite BeachDrone raising a word of caution, I tried the Novotel Ploenchit as it was convenient for business (especially the immediate access to the BTS was a huge plus) and the fact that the address would not raise any awkward concerns. While I also enjoy the pleasures of the various massage options in BKK, I am also a great fan of having a charming beauty join me in the room for some adult action.

I would answer the question on "girl friendliness" at this property as follows: Every night (and even once in the late afternoon), I had absolutely no issue (and no questions asked) about my joiners. Having said that, it is true that you have to pass very close by the reception and basically at any pint in time the lobby seems quite packed, so it is not for the faint hearted. It is a true walk of shame (or pride as the case may be &#128514 to get to the elevators. My tactic was simply not to look at anyone and briskly walk (holding the girl by the hand) towards the elevator. At least for me this turned out to be a workable solution.

[QUOTE=Farape;2828927]Thank you BeachDrone, useful heads-up.

The location is what drew me to this hotel, BTS in front of the door (excellent to get to my business meetings) and Nana Plaza a few minutes walk.

Guess I will then have to do the "walk of shame" as I do like having some action in the room. Will report how it went and if I would do it again.[/QUOTE]

HI very clean room us a bit small close to BTS.

Lots of restaurants in the area.

About a 15 min walk to Patpong.

[QUOTE=PayForIt;2831742]Upcoming return (missed the Land of Smiles so much over the past 6 months in dreary Europe though Dubai is still amazing).

Contemplating a week in BKK before returning south. Usually stay at Sheraton or Grande Centre Point 21 on Sukhumvit but fancy a change. The cantilever pool at Okura Prestige is a must, and I like the look of Chatrium Riverside for a change of scenery. Both websites say green / joiner friendly but wondered if any senior members here have stayed at either and can advise. Many thanks.[/QUOTE]I have been in Okura Prestige many times, it's one of my favourite hotel in Bkk. I took a lot of girls in my room, from escorts agency or from gogobars, I have never had a problem, the girls have to register with the lobby. In case you use an escort agency the lobby will call you in your room asking if you want she come up.