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[QUOTE=Kumbu]Does anyone know what any of the Wotif secret deals are for Bangkok (Suk) right now? Interested in the 5* or one of the 4*s, but not willing to chance it. Looks like the Chronicles of Kumbu may get a sequel in mid September or so...[/QUOTE]
I've heard from several sources that the 5* is the Grand Millenium, which is well located a short stroll to Soi Cowboy and is GF and has generally good reviews in it's class
Gents,
I'll be arriving in BKK on the 28 of Oct. I'm looking for a good place to stay at. One that looks interesting is the All Seasons Bangkok Huamark (previously Ibis). Is it girlfriendly? anod how is the location? Is it near the attractions and places of of interest to our hobby? This is the address of it: 5 Soi Ramkamhaeng 15
Ramkamhaeng Road. Does booking for 2 adults avoid being charged the extra fee? I'm also open to suggestions from the BKK experts since this will be my first time in Thailand.
Thanks a bunch in advance guys for all your feedback. Can't wait till I finally get to BKK!
[QUOTE=Barko]Click on link takes you directly to the Wotif secret deal page. Ah, here goes, from my own personal research over the last year:[/QUOTE]Wow, this is GOLD Barko, GOLD! Not sure how you did it, but this is the most valuable post I have seen on this forum for...ever?
[QUOTE=Barko]Click on link takes you directly to the Wotif secret deal page. Ah, here goes, from my own personal research over the last year:
[b]5 Star:[/b]
[url=http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W51807&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662]Grand Millennium
[b]4.5 Star[/b]
[url=http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=M2502&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662]Dream Bangkok[/url]
[url=http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W69529&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662]President Palace Hotel Bangkok[/url]
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Barko,
Absolute Gold! as usual. I have stayed in G Millenium and also Fx and Dream before. Right now tossing up between GM and trying President Palace.
If I took the GM deal for 2500 (no breakfast), do you know how much the upgrade would cost to Grand Delux with internet? If its like a another 500, that would be a steal, but over 1K and I might not go for it.
My GF often doesn't want to eat B/F so I am loath to pay an extra nearly 1K for just me to eat B/F. I only need a coffee or two really as does she.
P.S. I see that the PP deal was too good and its sold out already.
May fall back to Admiral Premier (Agoda has it for 1472 plus taxes) including the b/f. See what the Thai GF thinks.
I suppose Agoda's price comes out about the same as Wotif at 1733 (including taxes & service charges).
She likes sleeping on a cloud at GM, and she likes the separate bath, and it does have special mirrors!
[QUOTE=Syzygies]Barko,
Absolute Gold! as usual. I have stayed in G Millenium and also Fx and Dream before. Right now tossing up between GM and trying President Palace.
If I took the GM deal for 2500 (no breakfast), do you know how much the upgrade would cost to Grand Delux with internet?
She likes sleeping on a cloud at GM, and she likes the separate bath, and it does have special mirrors![/QUOTE]Thanks Syzygies! I very much appreciate the word of support.
The rooms at President Palace remind me of the Radisson Airport hotel in St. Louis. More than a little too much "No soul" for me. And, now, I think that they are actually discontinuing the wotif secret deal, so no loss there IMHO. If, after all, you do end up staying there, steer clear of the Deluxe Room upgrade. There is a big 1. 3 meter wide support column in the middle of the room so you can't see the TV from the sofa, how retarded is that?
Millennium Grande: I have gotten Grande Deluxe upgrades for free, but as little as 300 Baht is normal, and Executive floor upgrades including breakfast can go for as little as 1000 Baht. I think that right now though, 500B would be a good figure to consider. But again, hey, maybe you can even get the bump for free too. Just ask. (It helps if you join their online affinity program: [url=http://www.Millenniumhotels.com/loyalty/specials/index.html]M&C Loyalty Club[/url]. The high floor rooms facing the Asoke. Sukhumvit BTS intersection are best, I think, a bit larger and much better view. And, yep, the beds at MG are among the best in town, no matter what floor you are on.
OK, now, just because it's a Wotif secret deal does not mean that it is the BEST place to stay in town. If you aren't doing breakfast at all, why not go for the Admiral Premiere? At 1733 Baht it's a deal. I like the rooms, the staff, and the area. There are several eateries, bakeries, & fine places to hang out, and there are very good massage places nearby too, (all within 1 minute.) The walk to Suk is very pleasant any time of day or night and there's always some eye candy around (if you catch my drift.).
Let me know if you need to drill down a little more.
[QUOTE=Kumbu]Wow, this is GOLD Barko, GOLD! Not sure how you did it, but this is the most valuable post I have seen on this forum for...ever?[/QUOTE]Thank you Kumbu! Let me know if I can further help with any of your hotel decision making.
[QUOTE=Distantpeak]As for saying it's a long walk to Sukhumvit Rd... how lazy are you? It's a 3 minute walk at most.[/QUOTE]What I have to say about a hotel has absolutely nothing to do with my fitness or habits. You don't know me at all. I do not appreciate rude comments.
However I am a 10 year resident of Thailand. I stay in hotels in Bangkok for on average 5 days of every month.
I do have something to offer in my experiences with hotels and I have chosen to share that.
The fact is that there are other better hotels in the same area that offer 24 hour tuk tuk service. It is the rainy season you know. 4 hours per day of service is not convenient for most people. Hotels that have windows that open etc. Hotels that have individual air con doesn't have to be what you like. But it might be for some others.
Number 1 and
I'll say it again hotels that don't even offer internet or Wifi in the rooms are not worth staying at.
Citadines Soi 8 cheaper, cleaner, more convenient you name it they are better than Alpine.
Made my reservation through booking.com for 2/3 of their official price.
Didn't really need a serviced apartment as I was in Bangkok for a couple of nights only, but it was the only option both in my price range and exactly where I wanted it: as close as possible to Soi Cowboy.
My accomodation, the basic one, was quite big and clean, although the furniture has seen better days.
Didn't use the pool.
You enter the hotel and take the elevators from the bottom of the building, while the reception is somewhere around the 10th floor, so for those who are concerned about it there isn't any walk of shame. On the negative side there isn't anyone to check and keep the girl's ID either.
Location wise it's excellent, but I probably wouldn't select it for a longer stay.
[url]http://www.jasminecity.com/[/url]
Ryo
Researching for my trip in Nov confirms that the 5* in Sukh for THB3300 in the GM including the rather good breakfast buffet. Can't be bothered waiting to see if a THB2500 deal comes up as Nov is the start of the high season (by and large).
The THB2500 deal on 'Silom' is actually the Le Meridien on Surwongse, directly opposite Pat Pong. For this price, including brekkie, it is a deal indeed. Other forums indicate that it is guest friendly for 1 guest at least (book a double). A bit far from my fav Sukh haunts, but we are all creatures of habit....
[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=M2561&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]
Cheers, Y
[QUOTE=Yendor]Researching for my trip in Nov confirms that the 5* in Sukh for THB3300 in the GM including the rather good breakfast buffet. Can't be bothered waiting to see if a THB2500 deal comes up as Nov is the start of the high season (by and large).
The THB2500 deal on 'Silom' is actually the Le Meridien on Surwongse, directly opposite Pat Pong. For this price, including brekkie, it is a deal indeed. Other forums indicate that it is guest friendly for 1 guest at least (book a double). A bit far from my fav Sukh haunts, but we are all creatures of habit.
[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=M2561&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]
Cheers, Y[/QUOTE]Seconded, it's just too far from SC and NEP. Patpong developed too much of a "drunken geezer-uber cheapskate" kitsch a long time ago, and is WAY too katoey friendly today, if you catch my drift. Need a hangover, maybe some good old fashioned hardcore BKK regrets? Go to Patpong.
The beds at LM are fantastic. It's cleaner & nicer overall since the remodel. And, unlike most others, it actually deserves the 5 star rating. Simply superb. And, seriously, you can bring in as many babies as you want. A nice one hundred Baht pocket square and big smile for the bellman = "Mai mee bpang ha krup".
I didn't add it to the original list because of that congested hoof to the BTS/MRT. Dodging the masses all day all night? (I'm an SPG Platinum Elite, and those deals on the Aventec Suites when they first soft reopened = nothing short of spectacular.) BTW, I'll be at the Starbucks up the street Friday afternoon if you aren't doing anything. Heh.
Good out Yendor, good out.
Hi,
After all research, I shall be back at the MS. For another visit Bangkok that never fail to deliver my enjoyments in many differents ways.
My superior queen bed room cost 1450baht per night.
I shall have 7 nights in Bangkok MS.
[QUOTE=Doc 50]Number 1 and I'll say it again hotels that don't even offer internet or Wifi in the rooms are not worth staying at.
Citadines Soi 8 cheaper, cleaner, more convenient you name it they are better than Alpine.[/QUOTE]Oh sorry that should be Aspen Suites, couldn't even remember the name of that junk hotel.
[QUOTE=Barko]Click on link takes you directly to the Wotif secret deal page. Ah, here goes, from my own personal research over the last year:
...Millennium Hilton Bangkok...[/QUOTE]Thanks Barko.
Just spent a couple of nights at the Millennium with my #1 GF. We enjoyed the view from our 28th floor room and the polite, upscale ambiance.
Spent a bundle for dinner at [i]The Prime[/i], but it was one of the best meals I've had in long time! The included breakfast buffet was excellent, as well.
Easy access to the Skytrain via the hotel boat to Saphan Taksin pier.
[QUOTE=Fon Tok]Thanks Barko.
Just spent a couple of nights at the Millennium with my #1 GF. We enjoyed the view from our 28th floor room and the polite, upscale ambiance.
Spent a bundle for dinner at [i]The Prime[/i], but it was one of the best meals I've had in long time! The included breakfast buffet was excellent, as well.
Easy access to the Skytrain via the hotel boat to Saphan Taksin pier.[/QUOTE]Hey Fon Tok! :D
Man, I am so glad that you were able to take advantage of that terrific secret deal, the Millennium Hilton really is a great place IMHO.
My experiences there have been nothing short of outstanding and I personally do very much enjoy just being on the water in such nice surroundings. That river shuttle to the BTS is just great isn't it? (Endorphins anyone?) Easy access to the river taxis from there too, so lots of things to do and see and be. And, what about that pool! Nice huh? A great facility all round.
Thanks Fon Tok, glad you enjoyed it! Great pic BTW.
Anyone know of a short time hotel or a very cheap hotel near Huay Kwong MRT/Ratchada area (near all of the soapies like Emmanuelle etc)?