Pattaya Hotels

[QUOTE=Goyave; 1112963]I don't know why you quoted my previous report on this matter, because that's exactly what I did say. I wrote that [b]I don't believe too much a second-hand report submitted by a newbie about scabies at this place[/b].

I also said that [b]as a general advice[/b], one [b]should rather trust the information provided by ISG senior members with a history of valuable reports[/b] (than a second-hand report posted by someone who has not yet submitted a real field report). Isn't it common sense?

Of course, recent reports about Secrets, especially if they are written by trusted members of this board, are welcome. I already stated that I haven't checked recently this place myself but that [b]it was not bad, at least several years ago[/b]. But at the moment, we can only base our opinion on the few reports that are available here, and that's why I wrote (before you submitted your own report about Secrets) that it's [b]probably[/b] (not "definitely") wiser to avoid this place. My opinion might change, especially if several other trusted ISG senior members start to post positive and recent reviews after having actually stayed there. [/QUOTE]I have been in Secrets Bar many times recently, and was just offering my own view, and responding to some of the previous posts, nothing more. I quoted your post as that was the one that brought the discussion back into mind, prompting me to write mine. I wasn't responding to your post directly, as much as I was chiming in with my two bahts worth (not much, really) on the cumulative topic.

People can either go to Secrets and make up their own minds, or skip it and go to any of 3000+ other Pattaya bars. It really makes no difference to me. It's all about having a good time.

[QUOTE=Fon Tok;1112984]I have been in Secrets Bar many times recently...[/QUOTE]Well, the initial discussion was about their hotel, so, we are still waiting for recent reports about this accommodation.

I am looking for a girl friendly no joiners fee hotel in central Pattaya. In the pasted I have stayed at the the Sunshine, Flipper lodge and Eastiny hotels and will not go back. I just want a nice place between 1250 ans 2200 baht a night with a in room safe. Can anyone tell me about the Baron Beach Hotel or the Sunbean. I know that you must book a room for two not to pay a fee but I keep hearing differt stories about these hotels. Thanks to anyone who can help me.

[QUOTE=Leggy11;1115669]I will be in Thailand next week and plan to drop by Pattaya for a few days. What I am looking for is a hotel where I can relax, that is close to the beach and close to the action. Budget $100 to $150 per night.[/QUOTE]Leggy.

So many to choose from.

150$/night is "a fortune" in Pattaya! For 800 to 1200 Baht / night you have LOADS of choice!

Check this.

[url]http://www.pattaya.bangkok.com/hotels/[/url]

Most hotels will be Girl Friendly.

Enjoy,

Hotman.

[QUOTE=Leggy11;1115669]I will be in Thailand next week and plan to drop by Pattaya for a few days. What I am looking for is a hotel where I can relax, that is close to the beach and close to the action. Budget $100 to $150 per night.[/QUOTE]Here's a good link for girlfriendly hotels in Pattaya:

[url]http://www.reservethaihotels.com/Pattaya/pattaya-guest-friendly-hotels.html[/url]

[QUOTE=Bugzy 69;1109781]Any one stayed at Areca Lodge recently? I know only about the area and its fantastic around Soi Bhukao etc.[/QUOTE]The new wing is pretty expensive and they operate kind of like they are a different hotel, but they are part of Areca. It is very strange. Plus they charge 300THB if you bring a second girl, and then they did not even want to get me extra towels. I was not too pleased with the place.

Is there a girl friendly hotel where I don't have to pay online and can book and pay at the hotel on arrival.

Price $ 30 to 50.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Hemp5; 1116949]Is there a girl friendly hotel where I don't have to pay online and can book and pay at the hotel on arrival.

Price $ 30 to 50.

Thanks[/QUOTE]You should not have any trouble doing this if you're not going there during the height of the high season. Read back through this thread for likely candidates fitting your budget.

Hemp. I love a little known hotel called the Viking Hotel. Look it up online; I think you can just book without paying in advance. It is about a mile from the action though, on the main road Easterly out from Walking Street, toward Sukhumvit. It's worth it though, IMHO, because it is quiet and off the beaten path. Way inexpensive with a nice, clean pool, seldom used. Loads of cool rooms, old school thai-style. Wood floors, wood furniture, fans, some Aircon rooms. There is wifi internet. Check it out. Nice people, locals running it for an out of town Swede, I think. A motorbike rental right across the alley. Be sure to print a map / sketch for the Taxi guy. Most won't know this place, even though it is just on the edge of downtown Pattaya. Good luck.

[QUOTE=Hemp5; 1116949]Is there a girl friendly hotel where I don't have to pay online and can book and pay at the hotel on arrival.

Price $ 30 to 50.

To Hemp.

The flipper group hotel they have 2 hotel I always stay there, they have promotion stay 3 night 4 th night free nice pool around 32 USD a night or stay 5 night get 2 night free, I always paid on check out book online never pay upfront but I am a regular customer no sure if you are a new customer.

Flipper house soi 8

Flipper lodge soi 9 both good location near bar

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

Fast Eddie 48

[QUOTE=Dveight;1116141]The new wing is pretty expensive and they operate kind of like they are a different hotel, but they are part of Areca. It is very strange. Plus they charge 300THB if you bring a second girl, and then they did not even want to get me extra towels. I was not too pleased with the place.[/QUOTE]I've been staying here for 7 days and I haven't yet worked out where the new wing is.

I guess I'm staying in the old bit. I have a 'deluxe' room with pool view and balcony. Room is OK, but I hate the shower over bath thing. Minibar is well stocked. Wifi is OK but fairly slow. Air con is a bit savage and I haven't yet managed to figure out the best setting. I paid £240 for 7 nights, including breakfast. A bit over-priced in my opinion, but it is high season, and the hotel is pretty much full. I have low standards but breakfast is vile, and I usually head down to the Beergarden. Hotel mostly populated by large middle age couples, and a few large middle age men.

The Shrimp stayed with me for 4 days, then headed back to BKK leaving me 3 days of fun. No hassle from hotel staff. I have only brought one girl back and they wanted to see her I'd. There was some confusion over my existing guest until I explained that she had left. Otherwise I think there may have been a charge.

Would I return? Only if I could get a better price next time.

[QUOTE=Mouse1;1117222]The Shrimp stayed with me for 4 days, then headed back to BKK leaving me 3 days of fun. No hassle from hotel staff. I have only brought one girl back and they wanted to see her ID. There was some confusion over my existing guest until I explained that she had left. Otherwise I think there may have been a charge.[/QUOTE]Just noticed that there is a sign on reception saying 2nd guest fee of 300bht.

I am not sure if this fills your needs. I booked on-line but some 5-6 folks walked in and booked while I was with girls leaving IDs. It is on Second Road near The Avenue and behind the Mike Plaza that opens onto the Beach Road. There is no girl charge, unless you have more than one. They do hold her I'd and call when she leaves to make sure all is well. It is clean, has non-smoking rooms, and a nice roof top pool.

[QUOTE=Hemp5; 1116949]Is there a girl friendly hotel where I don't have to pay online and can book and pay at the hotel on arrival.

Price $ 30 to 50.

Thanks[/QUOTE]

Reading more negatives than positives about Areca so will avoid. In my previous visits I always stayed around walking str. VC (shithole) & Nova but now I will stay around sois7/8 or Tops area. Budget 1500/1700, pool's a must. I shortlisted to Flipper lodge & August suites so will book in one of them.

[QUOTE=Mouse1; 1117222]I've been staying here for 7 days and I haven't yet worked out where the new wing is.

I guess I'm staying in the old bit. I have a 'deluxe' room with pool view and balcony. Room is OK, but I hate the shower over bath thing. Minibar is well stocked. Wifi is OK but fairly slow. Air con is a bit savage and I haven't yet managed to figure out the best setting. I paid £240 for 7 nights, including breakfast. A bit over-priced in my opinion, but it is high season, and the hotel is pretty much full. I have low standards but breakfast is vile, and I usually head down to the Beergarden. Hotel mostly populated by large middle age couples, and a few large middle age men.

The Shrimp stayed with me for 4 days, then headed back to BKK leaving me 3 days of fun. No hassle from hotel staff. I have only brought one girl back and they wanted to see her I'd. There was some confusion over my existing guest until I explained that she had left. Otherwise I think there may have been a charge.

Would I return? Only if I could get a better price next time.[/QUOTE]

Can anyone tell me if the Baron Beach Hotel on Soi 9 is still girlfriendly. I keep hearing that they made changes six months ago and want to be sure before I book a room there. Thanks anyone who can help me.