Pattaya Hotels

[QUOTE]Queen Victoria On Soi 6. If you interested in girls rated between 2 and 4 out of 10 this could be the place for you. It's a short time street and full of low grade girls.[/QUOTE]I agree that the majority of girls on Soi 6 are not stunners. But if you're patient, and you check out all the bars, you can usually find a hottie. I am *VERY* particular about looks. But with some effort I can always find a Soi 6 girl I think is attractive. In my experience the selection on Soi 6 is best in the late afternoon and early evening. It's a great place for a post-lunch quickie in advance of your afternoon nap prior to a late evening on Walking Street.

As for the Queen Victoria, it's a British style pub with rooms on the premises. I have not stayed there, but online reports indicate the rooms are rather basic. I prefer nicer accommodations somewhat removed from the action. So I'll give the Queen Victoria a pass. If I had to choose among the three, I'd go with Secrets. With a little effort you can find another board sponsored by Secrets, with lots of photos and reviews of that hotel and the associated club.

Bunky

I have problem locating a cheap hotel in central Pattaya with 2 bedrooms, despite surfing this thread. Please help me. My stay will be 9 days, starting in may.

[QUOTE=Bunky; 1138331]I agree that the majority of girls on Soi 6 are not stunners. But if you're patient, and you check out all the bars, you can usually find a hottie. I am *VERY* particular about looks. But with some effort I can always find a Soi 6 girl I think is attractive. In my experience the selection on Soi 6 is best in the late afternoon and early evening. It's a great place for a post-lunch quickie in advance of your afternoon nap prior to a late evening on Walking Street.

As for the Queen Victoria, it's a British style pub with rooms on the premises. I have not stayed there, but online reports indicate the rooms are rather basic. I prefer nicer accommodations somewhat removed from the action. So I'll give the Queen Victoria a pass. If I had to choose among the three, I'd go with Secrets. With a little effort you can find another board sponsored by Secrets, with lots of photos and reviews of that hotel and the associated club.

Bunky[/QUOTE]I stayed in both of these hotels during my last trip over a year ago. Both were basic and clean; both had free wifi, iirc; I would stay at them again unless I want to try other places. I don't think Secrets is much better than Queen Vic. The Secrets room was just a little bigger, that's about it. Had 4 nights in Patts that time so 2 nights in Queen Vic to check out Soi's 6, 7 and 8 (also the beer bar at the end of Soi 5 across from McD's was fun too) ; then 2 nights in Secrets to check out Walking Street. Both places good rooms are on the higher floors so you got to walk up those stairs.

One tip: the cheapest rooms in both of these places are always fully booked, not going to get them if you are walking in that day. So if budget is important to you, book the cheap rooms in advance if you can. Or go somewhere else where cheap can be had that day.

One more tip: Queen Vic has a penthouse suite on the top floor which is quite spacious and includes a jacuzzi tub. Last year I think the room was normally 2100b / night, but they gave it to me for a discount because the jacuzzi was broken and all their other rooms were booked. That was a decent room though not my budget. The 2nd night I moved into a cheaper room downstairs.

Grateful for any comments on these hotels. In particular does anyone know if the Sea Me Spring Hotel is girl-friendly?

Sea Me Spring Hotel

LK Royal Suite Hotel

Sabai Lodge Hotel

Inn House

Thanks

[QUOTE=Mouse1; 1140386]Grateful for any comments on these hotels. In particular does anyone know if the Sea Me Spring Hotel is girl-friendly?

Sea Me Spring Hotel

LK Royal Suite Hotel

Sabai Lodge Hotel

Inn House

Thanks[/QUOTE]I posted THIS on Feb 26th.

I am booked in at SeaMeSpring (what an effin stupid name) in around a week. I looked at the rooms and they are good and big. Showers are big as well!

Hotel only opened in December 2010.

NOTE. ALL the rooms are the SAME SIZE irrespective of price! It's just the views that are different!

Will post ashort report after my stay.

And before anyone asks YES it is G. F. (I asked at reception.)

Hotman

BUT, be careful! This was my experience when I got there. (posted March 6th)

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Seamespring hotel

BAD, BAD customer service!

I made a telephone booking which I confirmed by email.

When I got to hotel "No have email, No have booking, No have room for you!"

No one interested to help me sort the problem.

So, the motto of this hotel seems to be "Farrang is ALWAYS wrong!"

AVOID unless it is a "walk in" booking!

Hotman.

[QUOTE=Hotman 666; 1141471]I posted THIS on Feb 26th.

I am booked in at SeaMeSpring (what an effin stupid name) in around a week. I looked at the rooms and they are good and big. Showers are big as well!

Hotel only opened in December 2010.

NOTE. ALL the rooms are the SAME SIZE irrespective of price! It's just the views that are different!

Will post ashort report after my stay.

And before anyone asks YES it is G. F. (I asked at reception.)

Hotman

BUT, be careful! This was my experience when I got there. (posted March 6th)

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Seamespring hotel

BAD, BAD customer service!

I made a telephone booking which I confirmed by email.

When I got to hotel "No have email, No have booking, No have room for you!"

No one interested to help me sort the problem.

So, the motto of this hotel seems to be "Farrang is ALWAYS wrong!"

AVOID unless it is a "walk in" booking!

Hotman. [/QUOTE]Despite your experience, I booked this hotel through Agoda. I figured that way I would have hard evidence of a paid-for booking.

I paid about £40 per night, which is a little more than I normally pay. The hotel is new so the price will rise quickly I'm sure.

First impressions: rooms superb. Large, modern, with separate bathroom with large walk-in shower, plus bath and wc. Balcony, minibar, TV, etc. Rooftop swimming pool which closes at 7pm, just as I return from my 1 hour run. No free water, no breakfast included. Great location.

I'm assuming gf, but last night I slept alone so can't confirm.

[QUOTE=Mouse1; 1143024]Despite your experience, I booked this hotel through Agoda. I figured that way I would have hard evidence of a paid-for booking.

I paid about £40 per night, which is a little more than I normally pay. The hotel is new so the price will rise quickly I'm sure.

First impressions: rooms superb. Large, modern, with separate bathroom with large walk-in shower, plus bath and wc. Balcony, minibar, TV, etc. Rooftop swimming pool which closes at 7pm, just as I return from my 1 hour run. No free water, no breakfast included. Great location.

I'm assuming gf, but last night I slept alone so can't confirm. [/QUOTE]They write :

We are GF and there is no joiner fee. But 300 Baht for overnight guest.

[QUOTE=Michi; 1143133]They write :

We are GF and there is no joiner fee. But 300 Baht for overnight guest. [/QUOTE]Isn't that a contradiction!

No joiner fee but 300 baht for overnight guest. WTF?

[QUOTE=Madraz; 1143276]Isn't that a contradiction!

No joiner fee but 300 baht for overnight guest. WTF? [/QUOTE]We would call it contradiction, but man:

This is a hotel in Thailand, obviously run by Thais.

[QUOTE=Madraz; 1143276]Isn't that a contradiction!

No joiner fee but 300 baht for overnight guest. WTF? [/QUOTE]Beats me. I've had two overnights with no mention of a fee, and another one planned for tonight. I have booked a room for 2 people so would take strong exception to being charged a joiner fee. I check out tomorrow so I'll let you know if the issue arises.

I just recently decided to spend the Christmas / New Year's holiday in Pattaya. I realize it's peak season and the place will be packed. Is it too early to book a hotel room now?

I tried to price a room at a couple of places mentioned in this thread and they came back as "dates not available". I can't tell if that's because they're really booked this far advance or if they just haven't released rooms for those dates yet.

Stayed at the Billabong for three nights earlier in the week. Had a ringside seat for the outdoor Songkran party at the Office a Go-Go. Big fun, lots of wet ladies letting their hair hang down.

Their basic room was a little worn, but adequate (650 baht night). Food is good at the Billabong, great 100 baht breakfast. Their bar ladies looks are so-so, but they are friendly bunch. Wi-fi was a bit erratic. At check out, they tried to charge me for a mini-bar beer that I did not drink. After some discussion I did not pay. I think the maid must have pinched it. I might stay here again.

After a three-day trip upcountry, I'm now over at Pasadena Lodge for a couple of nights. Mid level room (1200 baht) is comfortable & quiet. I've stayed here many times and have always been pleased. This is a good hotel for the money. No restaurant or bar. The big rooms in the front (more expensive) can be noisy late into the night.

Just ate at a little Thai restaurant on Soi Buakhao (across from Good Day Massage, next to gold shop). Great chicken rice for 30 baht.

Spent time at Champagne a-Go-Go last night. It's a fun bar with friendly ladies (if you buy them drinks). I had three of them 2/3rds drunk and wrapped around me. Their night shift girls (after about 9pm) are hot. Happy hour from 2pm to 9pm. Well drinks & beer 65 baht. With a couple of exceptions, the early dancers are not very pretty.

Anyone had any experience at the Furama Jomtien? Agoda did have a guest review by a fellow from India who said it was not guest-friendly, but who knows whether he booked for two guests or used the right approach. I find it hard to believe a hotel in patts can survive not being gf. This hotel is new and has great rates on agoda, though is apparently a 15 ride from the action.

[QUOTE=Wildhawk;1147835]Anyone had any experience at the Furama Jomtien? Agoda did have a guest review by a fellow from India who said it was not guest-friendly, but who knows whether he booked for two guests or used the right approach. I find it hard to believe a hotel in patts can survive not being gf. This hotel is new and has great rates on agoda, though is apparently a 15 ride from the action.[/QUOTE]Well, they probably don't give a fuck about being GF as they are a Thai hotel set up to supply Thai families with a few farang familes thrown in for good measure. Don't waste your time and why consider the 15 minute ride to the action? This might be a lot longer if they havn't fixed the road yet.

[QUOTE]I just recently decided to spend the Christmas / New Year's holiday in Pattaya. I realize it's peak season and the place will be packed. Is it too early to book a hotel room now? I tried to price a room at a couple of places mentioned in this thread and they came back as "dates not available". I can't tell if that's because they're really booked this far advance or if they just haven't released rooms for those dates yet.[/QUOTE]I ran into this problem as well. There are several workarounds. Try booking via the hotel's website, if they have one. Sometimes the room inventory is more expansive than what they release to the consolidators. If that doesn't work, try e-mailing the hotel directly. Be specific about the room type you want and your dates. Be prepared to put down a deposit. This worked for me booking a suite at the Whitehouse Condotel almost a year in advance. You'll probably have to pay the rack rate, or close to it. But that's the price you pay for a high season holiday.

Finally, keep looking on the hotel booking web sites. Lately I've been seeing more rooms open up in December. For example, using the Booking dot com web site I plugged in a 30 day stay starting in mid-December. Got 43 hits.

Bunky