Bangkok Hotels

[QUOTE=Soap Fan].....
Maybe not always, but Agoda is usually hard to beat.
I have not had problems that I can recall with Agoda and often they beat the hotels own website rates substantially (but not this time).

Its probably wise to check more than one site each time, but I have found Agoda to be usually a good benchmark.[/QUOTE]

Yes agreed, Agoda was always pretty good, but I found it harder to get a deal with inclusive breakfast through them.
As I said, in the current climate, the hotel direct is now getting very hard to beat. Amari Group offer a deal if you can beat their own site price, difference refunded plus upgrade!!

Shop around - thats the key, if you have time.

Cheers, FF

[QUOTE=Ultra Fine]I will be in transit via Suvarnabhimi airport for 8 hours (reaching around 11:00PM) and take connecting flight at 9:00AM.

Can anybody suggest any hotel where I can enjoy actions. What about Grand Inn Come Hotel. [/quote]Hi,

I stayed at Grand inn last month good range of girls, I stayed with Phon, no 58, an older girl but a great fuck, loves DATY

Rates 400 baht per hour in room

600baht oil massage on floor 3

Fs for 1000 but well worth it.

Can you please clarify, good range of girls?

Rates 400 baht per hour in room

600baht oil massage on floor 3?

Do they a massage parlour inhouse?

[QUOTE=Tauto08]Hi,

I stayed at Grand inn last month good range of girls, I stayed with Phon, no 58, an older girl but a great fuck, loves DATY

Rates 400 baht per hour in room

600baht oil massage on floor 3

Fs for 1000 but well worth it.[/QUOTE]

[quote]Data from STR Global, a leading provider of market information to the global hotel industry, highlights the plight of local markets in Thailand and puts the effect of the country’s recent political disruption into a regional context.

The ongoing political unrest in Bangkok has severely affected the country's hospitality industry, which already has to deal with worsening global economic conditions, and now concerns of a possible swine flu pandemic.

Over the five months from November 2008 to March 2009, the four Thai markets tracked by STR Global have reported monthly declines of more than 30% in revenue per available room (RevPAR) against the comparable period the previous year.

The falls in RevPAR were driven by declining occupancy levels that were not matched by similar declines in average room rates.

"It is reassuring to see that average room rates declined significantly less than occupancy, and RevPAR should be able to start improving as soon as occupancy and travel demand recovers,” said Singapore-based Jonas Ogren, area director Asia for STR Global.

5-month performance of selected Thai markets (November 08 to March 09) and percentage change to prior timeframe:

City Occupancy ADR THB RevPAR THB occupancy % change ADR % change RevPAR % change
Bangkok 52.7% 3564.8 1879.2 -31.6% -3.7% -34.1%
Chiang Mai 43% 3755 1616.3 -31.9% -11.9% -40%
Hua Hin 57.4% 5174.8 2968.2 -27% -9% -33.6%
Phuket 60.8% 5327.6 3236.9 -24.8% -10.9% -33%
Source: STR Global

The recent protests in April 2009, combined with the airport closures in 2008 as well as foreign governments’ travel advisories have made visitors much more wary of the destination.

The market reaction has been swift. Demand in Bangkok in the middle of April has rapidly fallen by more than half of that of the previous year, down to as little as 33% on certain days.

Despite such low occupancies, hoteliers are holding their rates as best they can with year on year declines of 4% and an average rate of THB 3,323 for the first three weeks of April.[/quote]It is time we mongerers get good rates!

[QUOTE=Wandere]Can you please clarify, good range of girls?

Rates 400 baht per hour in room

600baht oil massage on floor 3?

Do they a massage parlour inhouse?[/QUOTE]At night about a dozen girls in a goldfish bowls setup.

Standard massage your room (and you can neg. Xtras)

Or Oil massage in a room on the 3 rd floor (massage table) I guess they don't want oil over the bed donnas)

First girl I booked only offer HJ and kept her clothes on. But Phon # 58 was up for FS. I booked her for 2 hours and after a leisurely massage we spent the second hour sucking and fucking. She loves DATY and cum with some vigorous fingering. She rode me for 20 mins and I came with my fav doggie She'd be late 30's and would have been a fire cracker in her teen.

[QUOTE=Barko]Just an aside: FurmaXclusive Asoke has good sized new boutique rooms with 32" LCD TV, DVD player, & sound system, a fantastic free breakfast, nice pool, free Internet, and practically right on the MRT and BTS. (3min max) I booked a friend from BC Canada there this last weekend using 'Wotif', three nights, 1499 Baht/night, he was a very very happy boy. (Totally blown away at such a great deal, and the location.)

Location: you have Soi Cowboy diag across the street, the Luxury and Exclusive MPs right behind you on Soi 19, and the Tops Market is right there too. The MRT escalators are 1 min from the hotel. Quality is better than Majestic, and WAY better than any of the Citadines, IMHO.

Word to the wise: Make sure when you do the booking, that you are making it for TWO PERSONS in the room each night.[/QUOTE]I just booked this place for a few nites (thanks Barko for the tip!).

But see from earlier posts that they may charge a joiner fee?

I did book for 2 Persons - as suggested. Can anyone who has stayed here lately gives us a heads up?

Love Rascal

[QUOTE=Wandere]Can you please clarify, good range of girls?

Rates 400 baht per hour in room

600baht oil massage on floor 3?

Do they a massage parlour inhouse?[/QUOTE]Is the hotel Grand Inn Come Hotel (vs. Grand Inn as stated)? 5-10 minutes from the airport? Is the fishbowl also on 3rd Floor?

[QUOTE=Winny49]Is the hotel Grand Inn Come Hotel (vs. Grand Inn as stated)? 5-10 minutes from the airport? Is the fishbowl also on 3rd Floor?[/QUOTE]Sweet mate

[QUOTE=Winny49]Is the hotel Grand Inn Come Hotel (vs. Grand Inn as stated)? 5-10 minutes from the airport? Is the fishbowl also on 3rd Floor?[/QUOTE]Yes mate.

Enjoy

[QUOTE=Barko]Just an aside: FurmaXclusive Asoke has good sized new boutique rooms with 32" LCD TV, DVD player, & sound system, a fantastic free breakfast, nice pool, free Internet, and practically right on the MRT and BTS. (3min max) I booked a friend from BC Canada there this last weekend using 'Wotif', three nights, 1499 Baht/night, he was a very very happy boy. (Totally blown away at such a great deal, and the location.)

Location: you have Soi Cowboy diag across the street, the Luxury and Exclusive MPs right behind you on Soi 19, and the Tops Market is right there too. The MRT escalators are 1 min from the hotel. Quality is better than Majestic, and WAY better than any of the Citadines, IMHO.

Word to the wise: Make sure when you do the booking, that you are making it for TWO PERSONS in the room each night.[/QUOTE]Barko - since you were the one to recommend - perhaps you could answer...
Did your friend from Canada have to pay a joiner fee?

Love Rascal

[QUOTE=Love Rascal]Barko - since you were the one to recommend - perhaps you could answer...
Did your friend from Canada have to pay a joiner fee?

Love Rascal[/QUOTE]

I'm attaching a quote from a report several weeks ago. I copied it for reference because I was considering staying there. But this response from the hotel manager helped me decide not to stay there.

Sawasdee Kha Khun Zauberfee,
...
For joiner fees, we will charge 1,000 THB/Person/Night or you can book as double occupancy but that joiner have to come to check in/check out with you.
We will copy her ID Card for your personal security as well. For late check out, we appreciated offer you untill 14.00THB with no charge / 14.00-16.00 half day charge.
Should any clairification please feel free to contact me via this email.

Best Regards,
Suphanatchar Bunthan (Ms.)
Sales Coordinator
FuramaXclusive Asoke, Bangkok - A Unico Collection
133/2 Sukhumvit 21 Road,Klongtoey Nua,
Wattana, Bangkok 10110 Thailand.
TEL: (66) 2 677 8484
FAX: (66) 2 677 8485
DID: (66) 2 677 8444
Email: [email]sales.fxasoke@furama.com[/email]
URL: [url]www.furamaXclusive.com[/url]
Furamaxclusive Bangkok is our new name!
For more information about us, log on to www.furamaxclusive.com!

I am looking for a NEW hotel near any BTS or MRT station (the central location is not a prerequisite) with high availability any time (I want to check in early in the morning without reservation).

Desired rate: about 1500B/per night(double occupancy).

Can you suggest any?

[QUOTE=Travel Spirit]I am looking for a NEW hotel near any BTS or MRT station (the central location is not a prerequisite) with high availability any time (I want to check in early in the morning without reservation).

Desired rate: about 1500B/per night(double occupancy).

Can you suggest any?[/QUOTE]

[url]http://www.livingstones.co.th/boutique-lodge/index.php[/url]

Hi,

did anybody try the Grand Sukhumvit Hotel Bangkok (previously Sofitel), located at soi 6, and could tell about his experience.
Looks like quite a nice place with good offers.

[QUOTE=Travel Spirit]I am looking for a NEW hotel near any BTS or MRT station (the central location is not a prerequisite) with high availability any time (I want to check in early in the morning without reservation).

Desired rate: about 1500B/per night(double occupancy).

Can you suggest any?[/QUOTE]

I already posted this link to Philippines Angeles City thread. I have found this excellent starting point locating hotels and other POIs:
[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=13.7422771&lon=100.5554473&z=18&l=0&m=a&v=2[/url]

I'll stay next June for just one night in Bangkok (first time in thailand) at Shangri La before visiting north of the country.
What would be the easiest solution not to spend the night alone knowing that I don't want to choose from an escort agency and that I don't like them too young (I prefer 35+) ?
Any disco in the Shangri La or any pick up place not too far ?

Thanks for your advice bros.

[QUOTE=Xsjoe]I'll stay next June for just one night in Bangkok (first time in thailand) at Shangri La before visiting north of the country.
What would be the easiest solution not to spend the night alone knowing that I don't want to choose from an escort agency and that I don't like them too young (I prefer 35+) ?
Any disco in the Shangri La or any pick up place not too far ?

Thanks for your advice bros.[/QUOTE]

Maybe instead of disco you could concider a free lancer bar. There must be plenty but I only know one:

My proposal is far but easy for you to get to. From wikimapia in my previous post :) I can see that Shangri La is close to Saphan Taksin BTS Skytrain station. You then would have to change the train track in Siam BTS station going to On Nut and leave in Nana BTS. Then walk to Beer Garden on Soi 7.

Has anyone stayed at Darwin Nana hotel on Soi 4?

What's the scoop, girl friendly?

Thanks

[QUOTE=White Whale]Maybe instead of disco you could concider a free lancer bar. There must be plenty but I only know one:

My proposal is far but easy for you to get to. From wikimapia in my previous post :) I can see that Shangri La is close to Saphan Taksin BTS Skytrain station. You then would have to change the train track in Siam BTS station going to On Nut and leave in Nana BTS. Then walk to Beer Garden on Soi 7.[/QUOTE]Guys guys. Patpong just (5 minute may be 10 with taxi) go to my bar sol and then pick up at the corner there. Open bier garden live music. In one hour all done.

[QUOTE=White Whale]I already posted this link to Philippines Angeles City thread. I have found this excellent starting point locating hotels and other POIs:
[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=13.7422771&lon=100.5554473&z=18&l=0&m=a&v=2[/url][/QUOTE]Guys,

You may forget the best value for money is the pb hotel sukhumvit soi 3 its the famous short time hotel but upstair they have realy nice room better then nana and overs. Breakfast room little old fashion but ok and its only 800 baht. But there is no reservation website just go there or send email or fax or just go they have always room.

[QUOTE=Shaolin02]Has anyone stayed at Darwin Nana hotel on Soi 4?

What's the scoop, girl friendly?

Thanks[/QUOTE]Stayed there in Feb. Its Girl Friendly.

[QUOTE=Shaolin02]Has anyone stayed at Darwin Nana hotel on Soi 4?

What's the scoop, girl friendly?

Thanks[/QUOTE]Stayed at the Darwin in October 2008. At that time it was definitely girl friendly.

Has anyone stayed at The Key Hotel on soi 19 lately?

Guest friendly? Early reports seem contradictory.

Planning to book for late May.....Thanks

[url]http://www.starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien/search/pre_decider_all.html?propertyID=1846&ratePlanName=FLYSPC&ES=FORUM_FLYERTALK_FLYER_LM_1846_TH[/url]

From a travel forum a business associate frequents.

More details at [url]http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/starwood-preferred-guest/955446-plaza-athenee-bangkok-starwood-flyertalk-special-promotion-up-4000-spg-pnts.html[/url]

Booking window: 18th until 24th May, 2009

Deluxe Room
THB 1’999 ++ (room only) – about US$ 67 all-in / night
Minimum 2 night stay applies

Royal Club Deluxe Room
THB 3’999 ++ (room with Royal Club Benefits) – about US$ 134 all-in / night
Minimum 2 night stay applies

Click here to book now.

Terms + Conditions:

• Offer valid at Plaza Athenee Bangkok, A Royal Meridien Hotel only for stays booked between May 18th and 25th and completed between May 18th and September 30th 2009.
• A minimum stay of two (2) consecutive nights apply.
• A maximum stay of eight (8) consecutive nights apply.
• Advance reservations are required and can only be made online.
• Royal Club benefits for maximum 2 people are included in the Royal Club Deluxe Room rate.

To make clear - the Athenee 1999 baht rate is good through September 30th, 2009. Bookings must be made by May 24th.

This is a Top Tier hotel - not unusual to see regular rooms going for 5000 baht.

Available only through the special URL, below.

Has anyone stayed at the TownLodge soi 18 recently. GF but Guys used to avoid the hotel due to construction work near the hotel. What is the latest news.

Kool Dude

Recently stayed at Hopeland serviced apartments in Soi 24 while not in mongering mode.
If playing the field, I would have probably gone to my normal haunts.

Special price was 2300 Baht, including free breakfast, free wifi, small but usable pool.
Room had a bedroom, lounge and kitchenette. Very nicely furnished.

Mostly Japanese customers. Only down side was on quiet days, the breakfast selection was a bit limited, but adequate, e.g. no scrambled eggs or omelettes.
Coffee was a bit variable, too weak on occasions.

Wifi needed special settings under Vista, but fine once setup. A bit old fashioned?

I would go back as a very classy room at this price.
Slightly too far from Suk (400m+) but still reasonably close to Phrom Phong station.

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Recently stayed at Hopeland serviced apartments in Soi 24 while [b]not in mongering mode[/b].
...........[/QUOTE]
Why do you specifically mention '[b]not in mongering mode[/b]'? Would that be a problem there?
I would have thought, that a major reason for getting a serviced appartment, as opposed to a hotel, would be the total liberty of whom you bring to your room(s).

[QUOTE=Daddy San]Why do you specifically mention '[b]not in mongering mode[/b]'? Would that be a problem there?
I would have thought, that a major reason for getting a serviced apartment, as opposed to a hotel, would be the total liberty of whom you bring to your room(s).[/QUOTE]
Girls you bring back to your domicile now know where you live. That is not necessarily a desirable thing, especially if they get clingy or turn into stalkers.

Thanks for the tip. I booked a couple of nights there in July although with taxes and a bullshit 10% 'service charge' it comes out to 2400 baht a night. Still good deal though.

[QUOTE=Bkk Rookie]To make clear - the Athenee 1999 baht rate is good through September 30th, 2009. Bookings must be made by May 24th.

This is a Top Tier hotel - not unusual to see regular rooms going for 5000 baht.

Available only through the special URL, below.[/QUOTE]

I thought the group might like to know about a deal available at the Conrad under October 23. It includes an upgrade (space available, of course) to a corner room.

See here: [url]http://hotels.travelzoo.com/international-hotels/584847[/url]

[QUOTE=Bkk Rookie]To make clear - the Athenee 1999 baht rate is good through September 30th, 2009. Bookings must be made by May 24th.

This is a Top Tier hotel - not unusual to see regular rooms going for 5000 baht.

Available only through the special URL, below.[/QUOTE]

Anyone know is it girl friendly?

Bargains galore out there.

Some examples.

Emporium Suites 5 star = 117 US$ on Agoda

Grand Sukhimvit 5 star = 74 US$ on Agoda

Dream Hotel 4 star = 62 US$ on Agoda.

Dawin Nana Hotel 3.5 star = 43 US$ on Agoda

Livingstones Lodge 3 star = 47 US$ on Agoda

Unica Leela Hotel 3 star = 21 US$ on Agoda

Ibis Nana Hotel 3 star = 31 US$

[url]http://www.agoda.com/[/url]

[QUOTE=Daddy San]Why do you specifically mention '[b]not in mongering mode[/b]'? Would that be a problem there?
I would have thought, that a major reason for getting a serviced appartment, as opposed to a hotel, would be the total liberty of whom you bring to your room(s).[/QUOTE]
Daddy San,

I don't take GF or family etc. to places where I monger.
Its too dangerous. Hope that is clearer.

[QUOTE=El Mujerista]I thought the group might like to know about a deal available at the Conrad under October 23. It includes an upgrade (space available, of course) to a corner room.

See here: [url]http://hotels.travelzoo.com/international-hotels/584847[/url][/QUOTE]
Might be a good stylish place to stay but this deal is not all it is cracked up to be.

Add ons -

Breakfast 720 THB per person
Wired Internet (Limited) 750 Baht per day
Bullshit VAT and Service Charges etc

Already hitting the 7000 THB per day bracket for 2 persons, so its a nice hotel, but not that cheap either, beware!!

Cheers, FF

[QUOTE=Fifty Fifty]Might be a good stylish place to stay [Conrad] but this deal is not all it is cracked up to be.

Add ons -

Breakfast 720 THB per person
Wired Internet (Limited) 750 Baht per day
Bullshit VAT and Service Charges etc

Already hitting the 7000 THB per day bracket for 2 persons, so its a nice hotel, but not that cheap either, beware!!

Cheers, FF[/QUOTE]
Hahaha ... Do they actually find suckers who are willing to be fleeced like that?

Of course they charge your card, all hotels do it.

Whats the point in asking a punter for a cash deposit or swipe the card if they are not going to charge the card?

Every crook in the world would be passing over fake plastic.

They charge your card and when you pay that charge is cancelled straight away.

Its your deposit. And the hotel's deposit that one day you do not just disappear.

1000 US$ is quite normal for 3 to 7 day stay as a deposit.

[QUOTE=Stogie Bear]Hello,

I don't like to write bad reviews but in this case I like to warn fellow travelers about the Landmark Hotel in Bangkok near Nana.

Please be careful at check in when they check your credit card that they not charge you a certain amount far too high without authorization.

I have no problem with paying in advance on at check in when this is a hotel rule. I do have a problem when you ask the lady at the lobby several times do you already charge and they say no we only test your card. In my opinion it is a scam when my credit card company later calls me and ask if I authorized a 1000 dollar charge or not already made by this hotel.

It becomes more funnier when they try to charge more and when it fails (because of removing the rest from the card by myself) send a nasty letter under your room door. In that letter they state about a worrying situation about balance. If you pay everything cash days before check out and the smile returns then I have had it.

So beware about this![/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=The Pro]Bargains galore out there.

Some examples.

Emporium Suites 5 star = 117 US$ on Agoda

Grand Sukhimvit 5 star = 74 US$ on Agoda

Dream Hotel 4 star = 62 US$ on Agoda.

Dawin Nana Hotel 3.5 star = 43 US$ on Agoda

Livingstones Lodge 3 star = 47 US$ on Agoda

Unica Leela Hotel 3 star = 21 US$ on Agoda

Ibis Nana Hotel 3 star = 31 US$

[url]http://www.agoda.com/[/url][/QUOTE]


On Agoda, Magestic Grande also has a promotion of "stay four days and pay for only three" but no breakfast is included in the rate.

[QUOTE=Stogie Bear]Hello,

I don't like to write bad reviews but in this case I like to warn fellow travelers about the Landmark Hotel in Bangkok near Nana.

Please be careful at check in when they check your credit card that they not charge you a certain amount far too high without authorization.

I have no problem with paying in advance on at check in when this is a hotel rule. I do have a problem when you ask the lady at the lobby several times do you already charge and they say no we only test your card. In my opinion it is a scam when my credit card company later calls me and ask if I authorized a 1000 dollar charge or not already made by this hotel.

It becomes more funnier when they try to charge more and when it fails (because of removing the rest from the card by myself) send a nasty letter under your room door. In that letter they state about a worrying situation about balance. If you pay everything cash days before check out and the smile returns then I have had it.

So beware about this![/QUOTE]


Weird! Landmark is a reliable and trustworthy hotel, something must have gotten lost in translation.

[QUOTE=The Pro]Bargains galore out there.

Some examples.

Emporium Suites 5 star = 117 US$ on Agoda

Grand Sukhimvit 5 star = 74 US$ on Agoda

Dream Hotel 4 star = 62 US$ on Agoda.

Dawin Nana Hotel 3.5 star = 43 US$ on Agoda

Livingstones Lodge 3 star = 47 US$ on Agoda

Unica Leela Hotel 3 star = 21 US$ on Agoda

Ibis Nana Hotel 3 star = 31 US$

[url]http://www.agoda.com/[/url][/QUOTE]About how long does it take to walk from Unica Leela to the Nana BTS Station?

Currently for a three night stay(June 28--July 1) the two hotels have a similar special rate except that the Majestic Grand includes breakfast. Any advice? Are the both equally guest friendly?

I spent 11 days in Centrepoint Silom (studio room, 1800baht/night, breakfast included) and I have to thanks the guy who suggested it to me on this thread! Really nice place and nice service and good price

I have a request I'm not sure if should be posted here or in the Living in Thailand thread. About renting a condo.

I'm planning to spend 6-9 months in Bangkok in the near future and I'd like to find a studio room for rent around the Sala Daeng BTS area (my GF works in a office near the BTS).

I don't have so much money avaialable. So I'm looking for max 25k baht/month rates.

Of course I don't mind it being nice but what's important is to be near a BTS station on Silom line (if not Sala Daeng).

Any suggestion?

Also I'd like to have internet available in the room. Is it possible to make a flat adsl contract in a rented condo?

Thanks

[QUOTE=Francesco24]I spent 11 days in Centrepoint Silom (studio room, 1800baht/night, breakfast included) and I have to thanks the guy who suggested it to me on this thread! Really nice place and nice service and good price[/QUOTE]Glad it worked out for you Francesco24. It really is a nice setup, super comfortable new rooms, affordable, with terrific breakfasts & xlnt room service, free fast Internet, and that workout center & incredible pool? Yes. Robinsons, Tops, KFC, McDs, a real Thai basement food center and MK all right on site in the building. Blind eye multiple girl friendly too. BTS is 3 minutes from the Robinsons/hotel entryway, and the Chao Phraya river taxi point is just 4 min. Every single person that I have put there over the last 6 months has raved about it. Feels and looks bigtime expensive, but it's not.

[QUOTE]I'm planning to spend 6-9 months in Bangkok in the near future and I'd like to find a studio room for rent around the Sala Daeng BTS area (my GF works in a office near the BTS).[/QUOTE] Sala Daeng apts are mostly kind of old and not worth the dough IMHO.

[QUOTE]Any suggestion?[/QUOTE]In your price range, you can find a reasonably nice low floor studio apt in one of the condos built 10 years ago on the south side of Sathorn Tai. It might seem a little far from where you really want to be, but it's only about an 8 min walk to the BTS.

[QUOTE]Also I'd like to have internet available in the room. Is it possible to make a flat adsl contract in a rented condo?[/QUOTE] Yes, of course, easy. If the condo has a phone line, (most do) even easier.

I'll ask around and see what I can find for you when I'm there next week. Good luck with it.

From what I have seen in the past knowing where to post seems fairly easy. However this left me with a dilema. I want to write about my experience at Livingstones, however it seems a bit of a waste posting this in Giotto’s form because most of the posts there are from regulars to LL

So here goes for those who are newcomers to Bangkok and wondering what to do for the best in terms of the Hotel, maybe I can save you some web time and dissapointment. I have to say that I spent many hours on the ISG and other sites trying to ensure that I got the best values for money. I never really searched for the cheapest accomodation as I wanted to avoid false economies. I read a lot of posts and checked a whole load of other data. I won't go through my process as it would take days and pages, however let me summarise my findings about Livingstones Lodge.

1) Reservations were easy and the hotel replied very quickly. Far better than the Hotel in Geylang that I booked for my Singapore stopover.

2) The taxi found the hotel very easily.

3) The room exceeded expections, I booked a superior and was very surprised to find that it was superior. Big room and bed, I have to say that the bed was designed for FUN. And was used accordingly.

4) ALL of the staff were really great, so helpfull and polite it was unbelievable. Always ready and willing to help, and so importantly, with a smile!

5) I ate and drank a lot in the Hotel and can honestly say that the quality and service never gave me any reason for complaint. Maybe some nights the ladies lead me astray and got me a tad drunk (OK I laid back and gave in every night).

6) The Sports Bar is really well run and I was never worried about getting ripped off. The hostesses were really fantastic and I don’t remember when I had so much fun before. Yes I did buy them lots of drinks, BUT, that was because I wanted to. Not because of being under any pressure.

7) Please spend a few minutes chatting to the management. I got a lot more pleasure from my time in BKK thanks to the management team here. They even gave advice about the places to go outside of the lodge. Saved me a lot of time and effort!

8) Finally please get to know the Mamasans in the Sports Bar. They know more about the ladies (AND US) than we can ever hope for, it was a bit like Mamma knows best. This time she did. As a result of their help and guidance I had a far better time than if I had tried to go it alone.

Did I have any disapointments, Yes. I read a comment (cannot remember where) that said Singapore and Thailand. Same, Same. From my experience Wrong, Wrong. Should have flown direct to BKK and had another 3 days in the Lodge. Won’t make that mistake again.

I know this is a long post, however if it helps just one person to have as much fun as I did in BKK then it is well worth the effort.

BB

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It is a common practice for hotels to swipe card when registering. However, in normal circumstances, a hold on the amount is placed - NOT charged. If it were charged you would be signing a slip. When you check out and have paid the hotel the hold is lifted. So have enough credit if you plan to use the card elsewhere.

Caution: Do not use debit/credit cards for the initial swipe as sometimes it places a hold on your entire balance.

Just thought you would want to know.

Bloodstock, IMHO you would be better off by staying at Ruamchitt Plaza Hotel for that price range. (1500 B/night for the renovated rooms and 1200 B for the regular). You would be within walking distance from both Nana and Asoke Stations.

[QUOTE=Barko]Glad it worked out for you Francesco24. It really is a nice setup, super comfortable new rooms, affordable, with terrific breakfasts & xlnt room service, free fast Internet, and that workout center & incredible pool? Yes. Robinsons, Tops, KFC, McDs, a real Thai basement food center and MK all right on site in the building. Blind eye multiple girl friendly too. BTS is 3 minutes from the Robinsons/hotel entryway, and the Chao Phraya river taxi point is just 4 min. Every single person that I have put there over the last 6 months has raved about it. Feels and looks bigtime expensive, but it's not.

Sala Daeng apts are mostly kind of old and not worth the dough IMHO.

In your price range, you can find a reasonably nice low floor studio apt in one of the condos built 10 years ago on the south side of Sathorn Tai. It might seem a little far from where you really want to be, but it's only about an 8 min walk to the BTS.

Yes, of course, easy. If the condo has a phone line, (most do) even easier.

I'll ask around and see what I can find for you when I'm there next week. Good luck with it.[/QUOTE]Maybe the only negative side about Centrepoint Silom is being a bit far from the night scene. But I was there with my GF so didn't metter, anything else was really perfect!

About any suggestions for the condos, I'll be glad to hear them

I don't know the Sathorn Tai area, anyway my preferencewould be a condo near to a Silom Line BTS station (for example any decent priced places near MBK? )

Thanks a lot!

All red light district areas have short time hotels with nice clean rooms that you can rent out for over night. I would recommend this if you want to save some money. for example if you want to go to Nana,check around for a nice room first before you get a girl. I got one for 550B over night which was just as nice as an 3 stars hotel. The short time rate was 350. So for another 200B I had the use of the room for the whole night. If you unsure, just ask a mamason or papa son at any bar and they will point out the nicer ones for you.

[QUOTE=The Pro]Bargains galore out there.

Some examples.

Emporium Suites 5 star = 117 US$ on Agoda

Grand Sukhimvit 5 star = 74 US$ on Agoda

Dream Hotel 4 star = 62 US$ on Agoda.

Dawin Nana Hotel 3.5 star = 43 US$ on Agoda

Livingstones Lodge 3 star = 47 US$ on Agoda

Unica Leela Hotel 3 star = 21 US$ on Agoda

Ibis Nana Hotel 3 star = 31 US$

[url]http://www.agoda.com/[/url][/QUOTE]
Avoid Agoda!

Avoid booking through agencies that DONT give the full price from the beginning. Agoda hide the tax. At the end of the booking you get a higher price.

Agoda is Bad!

PB

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]Avoid Agoda!

Avoid booking through agencies that DONT give the full price from the beginning. Agoda hide the tax. At the end of the booking you get a higher price.

Agoda is Bad!

PB[/QUOTE]


When you click on the link "click to book," the full rates (with taxes) are shown to the right under booking details before you even enter your personal information. Having used Agoda on several different occasions, I have found them to be one of the cheaper and more credible choices available for hotel reservations.

[QUOTE=Run Mann]When you click on the link "click to book," the full rates (with taxes) are shown to the right under booking details before you even enter your personal information. Having used Agoda on several different occasions, I have found them to be one of the cheaper and more credible choices available for hotel reservations.[/QUOTE]Agreed. Agoda is good.

I also often use Wotif for its clarity in comparing rates and facilities, and it's usually pretty cheap. If nothing else it's a useful first scan to compare several possibles.

[QUOTE=Run Mann]When you click on the link "click to book," the full rates (with taxes) are shown to the right under booking details before you even enter your personal information. Having used Agoda on several different occasions, I have found them to be one of the cheaper and more credible choices available for hotel reservations.[/QUOTE]
And why do they not display the full price in the beginning like all the others?

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]And why do they not display the full price in the beginning like all the others?[/QUOTE]


Since I have no stock in the company, I'll pass on trying to defend them. I only pointed out to you that the full rates are displayed up front and not hidden till the end as you originally claimed. Perhaps, upon reflection you will see that you are classically engaging in making the proverbial "mountain out of a molehill" but if not just don't use them.

One more thing about Agoda that is welcoming to me; when they charge my credit card, it is done in my local currency which negates the need for international transaction fees and currency conversion rates which often results in higher charges.

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]And why do they not display the full price in the beginning like all the others?[/QUOTE]Like all what others?

Not exactly a million miler KrisFlyer® on Singapore Airlines are we Primo Bolan? Time to wake up and smell the klong water dude.

Agoda, Expedia, Wotif, Priceline, even the hotels themselves, ALL have added taxes and fees that they tag on at the end. They simply can't put the added dailies up front, but (incorrectly in your case) assume that you know they are there. It IS a profit deal after all.

Agoda (now owned by Priceline) is indeed excellent. I also use the Priceline "bidding" system from time to time and get great deals on 4 & 5 star hotel rooms, (i.e. Amari Watergate and Holiday Inn for $50/day,) there are fees that you always have to add on to the total, but it still beats the crap out of the normal pricing. ;)

I personally use Wotif to great effect by doing my homework and sleuthing out the "Wot" secret deal hotels and booking those for clients or others just visiting. For example: Marriott Executive Apartment, Sathorn Vista. It's unavailable through Agoda and normally priced around 3500-4000++ Baht/day. By chasing down the "Wot" deal, I backdoored the large executive suite for three nights at 2999 Baht/day (thats $268 for 3 days all inclusive.) And, just so you know, we're talking big time full on, Marriott style top drawer luxury class stuff here, 65 sq/m brand new, huge kitchen with a real oven, dishwasher, washing machine AND dryer, 2 lrg LCD TVs, floor to ceiling glass in both living room and bedroom, and a bathroom that everyone wishes they had in their own home. All that and just 3 min from the Lumpini MRT.

Want to impress a hot chick for a few days while you're in Bangkok? Want to make your clients think you are a total genius? Or, want simply to make yourself extremely comfortable for a terrific deal (that will keep you smiling?) This is how you do it.

But hey, even Wotif charges a bit of a booking fee, so there you go.

[QUOTE=Run Mann]Since I have no stock in the company, I'll pass on trying to defend them. I only pointed out to you that the full rates are displayed up front and not hidden till the end as you originally claimed. Perhaps, upon reflection you will see that you are classically engaging in making the proverbial "mountain out of a molehill" but if not just don't use them.

One more thing about Agoda that is welcoming to me; when they charge my credit card, it is done in my local currency which negates the need for international transaction fees and currency conversion rates which often results in higher charges.[/QUOTE]
I just dont get it, why do they make a trick with the rate and the tax?
"mountain out of a molehill" Well its a mountain when it comes to the size of bookingcompanies like Agoda.
Companies trying to manipulate with the rates, I dont trust.
Thats why I think they are a bad company. Thats why I do not use them and thats my opinion just like u have yours.
"International transaction fees and currency conversion rates which often results in higher charges." Is it? I havent notice that thing on my bills when using VISA or Amex. Forgive me if Im wrong.

PB

PB,

This practice is done by lots of companies, something like a bait and switch marketing practice. Go to some of the Airline booking website you put in your date and destination and you are given a price... then you proceed further and click you get the total price with the all the taxes. Ever see a car in the newspaper advertised you go into the dealership to check it out and they say we only had one and it's gone! It's to get your attention!

As for Visa Amex...etc you might not see the rate because what the banks get and what you get is different and usually customer are just happy to be getting it. You won't see the charges on your statement.

This is the way the world works I sugguest you just go with the flow as suggested. Just move on if you don't like it... there always something better around the corner. Companies like Agoda are dime a dozen. What you need to do is when you click and get all the taxes is it still cheaper than the cheapest quote you got somewhere else.

LBM

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]PB,

This practice is done by lots of companies, something like a bait and switch marketing practice. Go to some of the Airline booking website you put in your date and destination and you are given a price... then you proceed further and click you get the total price with the all the taxes. Ever see a car in the newspaper advertised you go into the dealership to check it out and they say we only had one and it's gone! It's to get your attention!

As for Visa Amex...etc you might not see the rate because what the banks get and what you get is different and usually customer are just happy to be getting it. You won't see the charges on your statement.

This is the way the world works I sugguest you just go with the flow as suggested. Just move on if you don't like it... there always something better around the corner. Companies like Agoda are dime a dozen. What you need to do is when you click and get all the taxes is it still cheaper than the cheapest quote you got somewhere else.

LBM[/QUOTE]

Yes youre right LBM. Made my airlinebooking to BKK and searching the different dates they told me 591 US (from a European city) at the end of the booking I had to pay 591 US. But I know what u mean, there are some that you can not trust about pricing.
The thing is, I dont understand why many thinks Agoda is so good. Use someone else instead as there are many others. Agoda may have a nice homepage, but thats simply not enough for me.
PB

Could someone tell me how far the Cape House serviced apartments Chitlom are from the BTS station, and if they are nicer for instance than Adelphi (didn't like) / Citadines (which I find OK, the one I know on soi 8)? The location seems decent for a change from the Suk.

I looked on gmaps and it seems a little far to walk (and unfortunately walking in BKK is not that enjoyable).

Thanks

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]Yes youre right LBM. Made my airlinebooking to BKK and searching the different dates they told me 591 US (from a European city) at the end of the booking I had to pay 591 US. But I know what u mean, there are some that you can not trust about pricing.
The thing is, I dont understand why many thinks Agoda is so good. Use someone else instead as there are many others. Agoda may have a nice homepage, but thats simply not enough for me.
PB[/QUOTE]

Sorry mate, it isn't that you can't trust them it is that you need to be aware of how their website works. The problem here is not the hotel booking sites but your expectations. There are airlines that give you prices w/o taxes and surcharges in the beginning and only show them at the end. There are also airlines that show you the price with all surcharges from the first time they show you flights. Nothing to do with trust. It is up to you, the consumer, to understand how this particular company presents their prices. The hotel booking sites you are talking about don't show the price with taxes and surcharges until later in the process. If you are aware of that then you can totally trust them to show you the price later on. There are other sites that show you all inclusive prices from the start. Is one more or less trustworthy than the other? Absolutely not!

[QUOTE=Pita123]Sorry mate, it isn't that you can't trust them it is that you need to be aware of how their website works. The problem here is not the hotel booking sites but your expectations. There are airlines that give you prices w/o taxes and surcharges in the beginning and only show them at the end. There are also airlines that show you the price with all surcharges from the first time they show you flights. Nothing to do with trust. It is up to you, the consumer, to understand how this particular company presents their prices. The hotel booking sites you are talking about don't show the price with taxes and surcharges until later in the process. If you are aware of that then you can totally trust them to show you the price later on. There are other sites that show you all inclusive prices from the start. Is one more or less trustworthy than the other? Absolutely not![/QUOTE]
I give up! Its not about trustworthy. I dont like when companies do theese things with the price. And I think that if we do not use them because of this they will have to display the full price with tax and service.
PB

[QUOTE=Pita123]Sorry mate, it isn't that you can't trust them it is that you need to be aware of how their website works. The problem here is not the hotel booking sites but your expectations. There are airlines that give you prices w/o taxes and surcharges in the beginning and only show them at the end. There are also airlines that show you the price with all surcharges from the first time they show you flights. Nothing to do with trust. It is up to you, the consumer, to understand how this particular company presents their prices. The hotel booking sites you are talking about don't show the price with taxes and surcharges until later in the process. If you are aware of that then you can totally trust them to show you the price later on. There are other sites that show you all inclusive prices from the start. Is one more or less trustworthy than the other? Absolutely not![/QUOTE]
If not "untrustful",
I rate unfair (and dodgy) to attract you with an advertised price that then changes through the steps of the booking process and can easily go up by 60%.
Surely you have the option to click I ACCEPT or do not proceed and cancel the bookingù
But you are already emotionally committed to taht trip, you have already figured out you will fly with them at that time, that day, happy about a price that soon becomes past history once you are through the last steps of the process.
In Europe this practice is not allowed and airlines cannot advertise a price without including trax, fees etc.
Still a major lo.co. european airline has found the way out. Adding extra fees for non online check-in, for luggage above the allowance (and that is tricky too!), etc etc..
Remains dodgy to me..

[QUOTE=Bionicman]If not "untrustful",
I rate unfair (and dodgy) to attract you with an advertised price that then changes through the steps of the booking process and can easily go up by 60%.
Surely you have the option to click I ACCEPT or do not proceed and cancel the bookingù
But you are already emotionally committed to taht trip, you have already figured out you will fly with them at that time, that day, happy about a price that soon becomes past history once you are through the last steps of the process.
In Europe this practice is not allowed and airlines cannot advertise a price without including trax, fees etc.
Still a major lo.co. european airline has found the way out. Adding extra fees for non online check-in, for luggage above the allowance (and that is tricky too!), etc etc..
Remains dodgy to me..[/QUOTE]

Agreed, no matter which site you use, there is always the option to ''Accept'' or ''Decline'' before you pay the final price including all taxes and extras etc.
Who cares whether the sites advertise prices with or without taxes, at the end of the day all it takes is a little ''free internet'' time to root around and find the total price and get yourself a bargain.

Personally I use a varied cross-section of travel sites to search and review hotels before making my bookings, each of them have their own merits. I avoid the ones that require Pre-payment, preferring to pay the hotel on checkout. Similarly I avoid those that require more than 48 hrs notice to cancel etc. However I would not refuse to take advantage of any site just because of the fact that they dont show the full price in the advertising, after all its their way of doing business, similar to many others around the world. There are extras with most deals, even a WG will have some add-ons, like it or not.

Just got a great deal for a stay next week at FuramaXclusive Asok, inc Buffet Breakfast for 2 persons, free WiFi etc etc.
Booked through Asiatravel.com a Premier Room, 3 Nights for a total of 8000 THB inclusive of all taxes and charges.
For me its good deal, but I am sure somebody will tell me they can get better for less.
At the end of the day, we make our choices and pay our money.

Cheers, FF

[QUOTE=Fifty Fifty]Just got a great deal for a stay next week at FuramaXclusive Asok, inc Buffet Breakfast for 2 persons, free WiFi etc etc.

Booked through Asiatravel.com a Premier Room, 3 Nights for a total of 8000 THB inclusive of all taxes and charges.

For me its good deal, but I am sure somebody will tell me they can get better for less.

At the end of the day, we make our choices and pay our money.

Cheers, FF[/QUOTE]Yep, that would be me, and yep, you paid too much.

FYI: This "Wotif" FuramaXclusive Asok deal has been outed several times lately on this board, same hotel, same everything: Three nights, ฿6122 nett (includes all taxes and fees.) That's ฿2040ttl/night. And, if you are paying attention, the same deal can sometimes be had as cheaply as ฿1499/night for three nights. Take a look and cancel your Asiatravel.com overpriced thing.

I have booked many times with Wotif, for myself and others, even this same room at FuramaXclusive Asok, the people I booked for liked it a lot, (BTS, MRT, Tops Market, Robinsons, Soi Cowboy, not to mention the outstanding breakfast & fast free Internet) and, the pricing & professional service is simply unbeatable:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W59071&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]

Asiatravel.com is very pricey IMHO, and, because they don't precharge your card, they have a history of calling you the day before your reservation date and telling you that they can't get the hotel you wanted, "Shall we try another?" That's a total horseshit way to run a business if you ask me. But then again, I am just an old caustic mouthed, one eyed trouser snake skirt chasing farthead, what would I know?

Oh and for the mongering minded, make sure to book [b]2persons per night[/b], and tell them when you check in that your girlfriend is a flight attendant and will be arriving late. ;)

Is it OK that everyone book through you Barko, you seems to be the only one that really know this about booking?

[QUOTE=Barko]
FYI: This "Wotif" FuramaXclusive Asok deal has been outed several times lately on this board, same hotel, same everything: Three nights, ฿6122 nett (includes all taxes and fees.) That's ฿2040ttl/night. And, if you are paying attention, the same deal can sometimes be had as cheaply as ฿1499/night for three nights.
[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W59071&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url][/QUOTE]
These "mystery hotels", where you don't know the location, except that it is somewhere in Bangkok are probably not everyone's cup of tea. In this case, if you hover your cursor over the daily rate, it tells you, that it is on Asok, close to Suk & Skytrain, so you can't go wrong, and yes the deal is very good!
What I would like to know is, how you get to the link you quote, if you start with the [url]www.wotif.com[/url] home page and try to find the "mystery hotel" from there. I have not been able to find it that way.
You need "inside information" [url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W59071[/url] to find it

[QUOTE=Daddy San]These "mystery hotels", where you don't know the location, except that it is somewhere in Bangkok are probably not everyone's cup of tea. In this case, if you hover your cursor over the daily rate, it tells you, that it is on Asok, close to Suk & Skytrain, so you can't go wrong, and yes the deal is very good!
What I would like to know is, how you get to the link you quote, if you start with the [url]www.wotif.com[/url] home page and try to find the "mystery hotel" from there. I have not been able to find it that way.
You need "inside information" [url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W59071[/url] to find it[/QUOTE]Excellent question Daddy San.

It takes a bit of doing, knowledge of the areas, then doing a full comparison of the things to do and the amenities.

Methodology by example:

OK here, for another good example, the "Marriott Executive Apartment, Sathorn Vista". It is also a "secret" Wot hotel deal that I just booked for someone yesterday:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W66816&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]

The way I do it is go to the Bangkok header:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotels/thailand-bangkok-hotels.html[/url]

This the "Live Deals" page. Now, look at the tabs just above the hotel listings. You will see "Live Deals", "Hotel List", and "Related Options".

Isolate your area by going to "Related Options", it will list the separated areas of the city, then go to your area, e.g. Sathorn:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotels/thailand-bangkok-sathorn-hotels.html[/url]

You see, it lists the hotels in your specific area, and the 'secret' deals, nicely separated and defined by star rating. You then just open each of the hotels listed under the secret deal in relation to the star rating, and compare the options and amenities to the secret, as I did with this:

Secret deal: [url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W66816&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]

Comparitive listing: [url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W65815&page=1&viewType=all[/url]

You precipitate and extract the deal simply by doing a little research (reading everything in there and being sure they are the same.) You may think that it takes a bit too much time to go through them all, but after you do it a few times, it's very easy, ergo, it becomes a very low risk gamble. You basically KNOW what the "secret" Wot hotel is before you book it.

In this example, I backdoored a normally priced brand new 3,800 Baht suite (and a good deal even at that price,) for 2,999 Baht for three nights. So this particular case truly reflects what fantastic deals can be had.

So, yeah, I really did figure this system out all my myself, ahem, so I may not be a dumb as I look. Heh. Please don't tell anybody and ruin it for me, OK? My brothers in arms here at ISG that use it, I just ask for a tip your hat and a thanks, I just saved you a bundle of serious dough on your hotel travel.

More to come. Questions? ;)

[QUOTE=Barko]Excellent question Daddy San.

It takes a bit of doing, knowledge of the areas, then doing a full comparison of the things to do and the amenities.

Methodology by example:

OK here, for another good example, the "Marriott Executive Apartment, Sathorn Vista". It is also a "secret" Wot hotel deal that I just booked for someone yesterday:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W66816&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]

The way I do it is go to the Bangkok header:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotels/thailand-bangkok-hotels.html[/url]

This the "Live Deals" page. Now, look at the tabs just above the hotel listings. You will see "Live Deals", "Hotel List", and "Related Options".

Isolate your area by going to "Related Options", it will list the separated areas of the city, then go to your area, e.g. Sathorn:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotels/thailand-bangkok-sathorn-hotels.html[/url]

You see, it lists the hotels in your specific area, and the 'secret' deals, nicely separated and defined by star rating. You then just open each of the hotels listed under the secret deal in relation to the star rating, and compare the options and amenities to the secret, as I did with this:

Secret deal: [url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W66816&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]

Comparitive listing: [url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W65815&page=1&viewType=all[/url]

You precipitate and extract the deal simply by doing a little research (reading everything in there and being sure they are the same.) You may think that it takes a bit too much time to go through them all, but after you do it a few times, it's very easy, ergo, it becomes a very low risk gamble. You basically KNOW what the "secret" Wot hotel is before you book it.

In this example, I backdoored a normally priced brand new 3,800 Baht suite (and a good deal even at that price,) for 2,999 Baht for three nights. So this particular case truly reflects what fantastic deals can be had.
[/QUOTE]

You've probably lost some of the membership here, more importantly Wotif may be losing potential customers, who are more interested in the clearly visible price/location than learning the hidden nuances of their website. Why wouldn’t the best deals be promoted up front instead of being concealed only to be "backdoored" by those in the know?

This disclaimer below from that listing above is enough to turn me off though, if I can't cancel or change my reservation I am going elsewhere.

[red]* This property will not offer a refund if you want to cancel or change your booking for any reason. [/red]

[QUOTE=Run Mann][red]* This property will not offer a refund if you want to cancel or change your booking for any reason. [/red][/QUOTE]Yep, and for me, if I'm going, I'm going. The small print doesn't faze me.

I understand that this method is not for everyone, but it does save me a healthy chunk o' change. It will for you too.

[QUOTE=Barko]Yep, that would be me, and yep, you paid too much.

FYI: This "Wotif" FuramaXclusive Asok deal has been outed several times lately on this board, same hotel, same everything: Three nights, ฿6122 nett (includes all taxes and fees.) That's ฿2040ttl/night. And, if you are paying attention, the same deal can sometimes be had as cheaply as ฿1499/night for three nights. Take a look and cancel your Asiatravel.com overpriced thing.
[/QUOTE]

Except that the Wotif Hot Deal (Stay 3 Pay 2) is for a deluxe room and I want better so I got a premier one, hence I paid a little more.

I couldnt get the premier room on the same (3/2) deal from Wotif or the hotel itself, however I did get it through Asiatravel - odd but true.

As for finding out which hotel is the Wotif ''secret deal'' referring to, I have an easy method.

1) Choose the Wot Hotel Secret Deal you are interested in, click ''next'' to link through to the ''secret details'' on the booking page.

2) Copy and Paste the Room details into Google, and 99% of the time up it comes with the hotel name - job done.

Cheers, FF

[QUOTE=Fifty Fifty]Except that the Wotif Hot Deal (Stay 3 Pay 2) is for a deluxe room and I want better so I got a premier one, hence I paid a little more.[/QUOTE]I respectively submit that you have completely missed the point. We are discussing the Wotif [b]"Secret" Wot Hotel[/b] deal here, not the normal hot deal thing.

See this?: [url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W59071&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]
Nowhere in there is the actual hotel mentioned, that's because it is supposed to be a secret. It's not a secret anymore now is it? I told you what it is, and now you know.

In any case, I booked 2 rooms in March for Hong Kong clients, my old Canadian buddy stayed there just a few weeks ago as well, all booked using the previously sussed "secret" Wot hotel deal. They all paid a total of exactly ฿6122 ($180 nett) for all three nights, and they all received this type room, exactly:

[url]http://furamaxclusive.com/asoke/rooms.php?s=premier[/url]

I know this hotel well Fifty Fifty. It's really not my style, too much of that pantywaisted boutique crapola for me, and I still haven't figured out what that weird fucking oval cutout is supposed to be in the ceiling, (put a freakin mirror in there or something dammit!) But, the tourists really seem to like it a lot, it's an easy hit for me to book for them, and it does get the job done quite nicely.

I dare you to beat that deal on that room at that hotel. :D

Guys has anyone stayed at Silom Convent Garden and if so, can you give me the 411 on this hotel.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Barko]I respectively submit that you have completely missed the point. We are discussing the Wotif [b]"Secret" Wot Hotel[/b] deal here, not the normal hot deal thing.

See this?: [url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W59071&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]
Nowhere in there is the actual hotel mentioned, that's because it is supposed to be a secret. It's not a secret anymore now is it? I told you what it is, and now you know.

In any case, I booked 2 rooms in March for Hong Kong clients, my old Canadian buddy stayed there just a few weeks ago as well, all booked using the previously sussed "secret" Wot hotel deal. They all paid a total of exactly ฿6122 ($180 nett) for all three nights, and they all received this type room, exactly:

[url]http://furamaxclusive.com/asoke/rooms.php?s=premier[/url]

I know this hotel well Fifty Fifty. It's really not my style, too much of that pantywaisted boutique crapola for me, and I still haven't figured out what that weird fucking oval cutout is supposed to be in the ceiling, (put a freakin mirror in there or something dammit!) But, the tourists really seem to like it a lot, it's an easy hit for me to book for them, and it does get the job done quite nicely.

I dare you to beat that deal on that room at that hotel. :D[/QUOTE]

I have in no way missed the point.

The ''Secret Wotif Deal'' is the one I researched successfully using my "Google Method'' so you really did not need to tell me the secret info.

I say again, this deal is only for a Deluxe Room, your clients may have got lucky and been upgraded, but the deal is not for Premier Rooms at all.

Furthermore there are two other issues with this "Secret Wotif Deal" that I totally disagree with.

1) The disclaimer in the Booking that says

"This property will not offer a refund if you want to cancel or change your booking for any reason"

2) The requirement to pay in full upfront when making the booking through Wotif.

As I say again I may have agreed to pay a little more, but I have Premier Room Reserved and I have not paid upfront for anything, therefore my booking remains flexible, which is how I need it to be. I can change or cancel within 48 Hrs of reservation date and lose nothing.

I have been playing the hotel booking game for over 30 yrs and I take my time to research and gain a good deal.

Usually the ''really good deals'' such as the Wotif Secrets etc require full payment in advance with no refund policy and I avoid them due to the need for my work and travel plans to be flexible.

I am also not so keen on the trashy touristy megastar hotels which charge extra for farting in bed etc, however I am travelling with my long term CIS GF who likes the "stylish'' places, so there has to be a little give and take all round.

So my point is I have a fully flexible but guaranteed Premier Room booking and I havent paid a penny upfront - agreed price is 8000 THB inc all taxes etc for 3 nights, pay on checkout, now that does take some beating !

If anyone else needs any hotel booking advice ask ''Barko'', dont bother me :D

Cheers, FF

[QUOTE=Fifty Fifty]If anyone else needs any hotel booking advice ask ''Barko'', dont bother me[/QUOTE]: D Heh.

I tried the google thing, it worked the first time, and I said to myself, "Jeez man, what a fuckhead I am, I have to write a retract right away! " Then, google didn't work on any of the other secret deals but one, oops.

Please don't get me wrong here, I use Agoda, Expedia, (TripAdvisor), Hotwire, Priceline, and Wotif. I also call the hotels themselves (using Skype) to see if I can get sizable breaks off of the original online booking rates. I have a ton of airline mileage and Agoda points, and am an Expedia Elite where I get discount coupons and an automatic 30% off in some locales.

Usually, I try to spend about 30 min a day doing online travel research for myself and my clients/friends, I am on the go every week, and get a ton of crap in my emails, and I am sure that you do too. Everybody gets out of it what they put in I figure.

Again, when I book hotels and airfares, I get the down and dirtiest cheapest rates, put them on my card for a deadlock, then make absolutely fucking sure I make it to the booking on time and in one piece. Canceling just one thing would mean having to cancel a ton of inline scheduled and arranged crapola along with it. So, I always go when I am supposed to go, and be there when I am supposed to be there, period.

OK never mind.

You would NOT believe the deals I am getting with Priceline bidding lately. But it's the same thing there, you can't cancel or change your dates, totally impossible. Two weeks ago I got a 5 star hotel in San Francisco Union Square, four rooms for 2 nights, 43rd floor, including Executive Club floor private breakfast, (normally $330 each room/night online) all for a crazy $80/night each. Right now is the time to do this kind of thing, 4 and 5 star hotel rooms are sitting vacant all over the world, but really, you won't be able to negotiate with the hotel directly and expect to get a badass discount like that, forget about it.

So, if you are up for the game, you simply run the gauntlet with the Priceline bidding system (if you have done your homework, know the ropes, and can gamble a tiny bit, ) but fuck yeah, it is definitely paying off nicely as of late.

Even here in Thailand. Priceline bid won last week: 5 Star Amari Watergate, 2 nice very classy newly remodeled rooms, w/42" LCD TV, xlnt city views, no brkfst, $50 night/each.

ola chaps,

currently staying at citadines soi 11 and pleasantly suprised. $1850 baht all in, including free high speed 1.5 meg internet in room.

suite is very nice, nearly new, with flat screen tv, full kitchen, separate sleeping area, sofa and desk , etc. have not brought company back yet but was told no problem for guests.

location is decent , very close to bed supper club.

better value than grand pres., imho.

nc

As I wrote a couple of week ago, I'm looking for a condo to spend about 6 or 7 month in BKK.

On this site [url]http://www.bkkcondos.com/[/url] I could find some interesting offers (even cheaper than I was planning at the beginning) so I was set to rent something from them when I'll be there later this month.

Problem is, I just found out (they replied to my email) they only provide 1 year contracts... so I'm back to having no idea where to go:)

Anybody has any contacts to look for a studio condo for rent? No idea how it works in BKK, but something like an agency I could go and visit to show me some condos?

Thanks again

[QUOTE=Barko]
I dare you to beat that deal on that room at that hotel. :D[/QUOTE]

Checked In this evening and got an upgrade to a Junior Suite, 3 nights all for 8K THB, now that is a good deal !!

Cheers, FF

[QUOTE=Francesco24]As I wrote a couple of week ago, I'm looking for a condo to spend about 6 or 7 month in BKK.

On this site [url]http://www.bkkcondos.com/[/url] I could find some interesting offers (even cheaper than I was planning at the beginning) so I was set to rent something from them when I'll be there later this month.

Problem is, I just found out (they replied to my email) they only provide 1 year contracts... so I'm back to having no idea where to go:)

Anybody has any contacts to look for a studio condo for rent? No idea how it works in BKK, but something like an agency I could go and visit to show me some condos?

Thanks again[/QUOTE]There's a condo that I used to live at which you can do month to month. It is locate near a MRT ( metro line) and charges 7000B per month and has a swimming pool. The nice thing about it is it has a 24 hours restaurant that brings the food to your room. The name is LA towers and it is locate on soi 17 of Rachada behind Poseidon Massage.

I found out about it from a Poseidon girl, so if you go there all of the local motor bike taxi can get you to the condo. It is a 5min walk from Poseidon and you can see it from the windows of Poseidon.

Otherwise there are other condo/hotel times that you can rent for 500B per day or 13500B per month locate on the on the main soi of Poseidon about 50 meters down the soi ( side street).

Also almost all condo complex have monthly rentals and I would not worry about that you can always figure that out when you get here.

I hope this helps.

[QUOTE=Francesco24]As I wrote a couple of week ago, I'm looking for a condo to spend about 6 or 7 month in BKK.

On this site [url]http://www.bkkcondos.com/[/url] I could find some interesting offers (even cheaper than I was planning at the beginning) so I was set to rent something from them when I'll be there later this month.

Problem is, I just found out (they replied to my email) they only provide 1 year contracts... so I'm back to having no idea where to go:)

Anybody has any contacts to look for a studio condo for rent? No idea how it works in BKK, but something like an agency I could go and visit to show me some condos?

Thanks again[/QUOTE]Don't have any specific agency contacts, but my suggestion would be to get a temporary place for a week or 2 and go looking with several.

From experience, there are many, many options here, but it will be difficult to choose a place not seeing it in person . Agencies will give you much better service in person I would think, as they get many inquiries and want to work with someone they know they can place .

Most get paid from landlords and shouldnt charge you much , if any fee.

Good luck

[QUOTE=Tauto08]Hi,

I stayed at Grand inn last month good range of girls, I stayed with Phon, no 58, an older girl but a great fuck, loves DATY

Rates 400 baht per hour in room

600baht oil massage on floor 3

Fs for 1000 but well worth it.[/QUOTE]

Anyone know what time they are open until?

I have read this forum and done searches with zero luck on answering my question. I was wondering if this hotel is gf? Not overly concerned about a guest fee, but if not gf, I will have to consider somewhere else. Looks like a very convenient location to party in Patpong. I have sent them an email, but not yet heard back from them.

[QUOTE=LookingToSwing4]Anyone know what time they are open until?[/QUOTE]They open about 11am through to the early hours of he morning. The morning I checked out the mamassan rang my regular girl and she came to my room. Although these place have set opening hours I'm sure if you have a regular girl she's available 24/7.

Are the Majestic Suites girl friendly? Is it on Sukumvit by the sky train? Or is it recessed on a side street in back between Soi 4 & 6. What about breakfast?

How about any information on the Majestic Grand Hotel?

[QUOTE=Steven]Are the Majestic Suites girl friendly? Is it on Sukumvit by the sky train? Or is it recessed on a side street in back between Soi 4 & 6. What about breakfast?

How about any information on the Majestic Grand Hotel?[/QUOTE]
Might I suggest that you RTFF? This has been dealt with probably a hundred times.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]Might I suggest that you RTFF?[/QUOTE]

That is too hard. It is even harder to use the magical search function. At least he posted in the right forum. :D

[QUOTE=Steven]Are the Majestic Suites girl friendly? Is it on Sukumvit by the sky train? Or is it recessed on a side street in back between Soi 4 & 6. What about breakfast?

How about any information on the Majestic Grand Hotel?[/QUOTE]Both the Majestics are GF. Suites is on Sukumvit while Grand is about a 3 minute walk on Soi 2.

[QUOTE=Steven]Are the Majestic Suites girl friendly? [/QUOTE]Yes

[QUOTE=Steven]Is it on Sukumvit by the sky train? [/QUOTE]direct at Suk, about 3 minutes walk to Nana skytrain station. 3 minutes to NEP as well.

[QUOTE=Steven]Or is it recessed on a side street in back between Soi 4 & 6.[/QUOTE]No, that's for example the Sukhumvit Grand Bangkok (for me, one of the best hotels in that area when it comes to price, quality and location)

[QUOTE=Steven]What about breakfast? [/QUOTE]Available, but rather simple (some will say poor.)

[QUOTE=Steven]How about any information on the Majestic Grand Hotel? [/QUOTE]gf as well, 200 metres down suk soi 2, across Annie's Massage Parlor, more expensive.

[QUOTE=Francesco24]As I wrote a couple of week ago, I'm looking for a condo to spend about 6 or 7 month in BKK.

On this site [url]http://www.bkkcondos.com/[/url] I could find some interesting offers (even cheaper than I was planning at the beginning) so I was set to rent something from them when I'll be there later this month.

Problem is, I just found out (they replied to my email) they only provide 1 year contracts... so I'm back to having no idea where to go:)

Anybody has any contacts to look for a studio condo for rent? No idea how it works in BKK, but something like an agency I could go and visit to show me some condos?

Thanks again[/QUOTE]There are so many possiblities, better to be here in person to scope the places out yourself. Many companies online, just google, you'll get some ideas. Then pound the pavement on your own, look in the exact area that you want, and be open to possibllites.

Lots of times what they call a condo (on the websites) turns out to be a ridiculously small 28 sq m space with super cheesy furniture. There are some gems out there, but it takes a while to find them, just like anywhere else.

A friend found a private second story house rental, furnished, real kitchen with big fridge, 2 yrs new, 85 sq m., separate carport/garage and private stairway, 22K Baht/mo. The place is outstanding. He pays month to month on a 1 yr contract (he insisted on one year just so they wouldn't wake up out of the blue and charge him more after he had been there a couple of months)

Your area around Sathorn is full of all kinds of stuff. If you decide to break the 20K Baht barrier, the choices are astoundingly plentiful and very easy to jump into.

Finding month to month isn't hard, even in the 15-18K range. Don't stress over it, you'll be just fine.

I recently stayed in the Hotel Mercure Asoke Residence (formerly Sofitel) on Sukhumvit Soi 19, which is one of the Accor hotels. They had a three-day promotion in February that I learned about here, and got a fantastic deal. Normal price around 4500, I got 1330 baht for a very nice place - separate bedroom, kitchenette, nice roof-top pool, and girl-friendly in a nice location.

I was told by the staff at the Mercure that the Accor group is having another promotional sale, I think with similar prices to the ones offered in February. Must book during the three day period from June 23 - 26, and stay from July 1 to September 31. Last time there was a website that went up on those days, so I imagine it will go that way again...

Thanks for all reply about condo, I did check some internet sites and I'll check in person next week

I'd like to know if someone could suggest me a decent hotel with pool to spend a morning/afternoon with a girl I met online.

The plan is to go there in the morning and stay all day till 7pm or something like that (need to go back to my GF later LOL).

So I was looking for not so bad hotel, but not so expensive also (2k bath or less? ) with decent pool and maybe decent massage place. Also allowing early check in (10 am or so).

Any idea? Thanks a lot

[QUOTE=Stew2]I recently stayed in the Hotel Mercure Asoke Residence (formerly Sofitel) on Sukhumvit Soi 19, which is one of the Accor hotels. They had a three-day promotion in February that I learned about here, and got a fantastic deal. Normal price around 4500, I got 1330 baht for a very nice place - separate bedroom, kitchenette, nice roof-top pool, and girl-friendly in a nice location.

I was told by the staff at the Mercure that the Accor group is having another promotional sale, I think with similar prices to the ones offered in February. Must book during the three day period from June 23 - 26, and stay from July 1 to September 31. Last time there was a website that went up on those days, so I imagine it will go that way again...[/QUOTE]Glad you enjoyed the Asoke Residence. I went for Novotel Siam because it seemed the best deal (highest rack rates). I wished almost immediately to changed it to this property.

The worst thing about Novotel Siam Square is the multiple security guards at the lists (on many flooers) 24/7. The have a joiner fee of 800 baht after 8pm but I just found it depressing and didn't bother.

I had prepaid 4 nights and moved out after 3.

[QUOTE=Rambis Youth]Glad you enjoyed the Asoke Residence. I went for Novotel Siam because it seemed the best deal (highest rack rates). I wished almost immediately to changed it to this property.

The worst thing about Novotel Siam Square is the multiple security guards at the lists (on many flooers) 24/7. The have a joiner fee of 800 baht after 8pm but I just found it depressing and didn't bother.

I had prepaid 4 nights and moved out after 3.[/QUOTE]The Grand Mercure Asoke Residence was definitely GF. In fact, I was surprised that they didn't even ask for ID. Just a wink and a nod from the security guard as we walked up the driveway. I hardly ever saw anyone else. The day I used the pool, there was one other guy, and I don; t recall ever seeing a soul on my floor. Very quiet. Almost too much.

Hi you all:

Been lurking around here for a while and have not been posting a lot, but now i need your help.

Looking for hotell that offer a 2 bedroom suite with jacuzzi ( or maby private pool ) and that is without joinerfee för guests.

It is not so impotrtent where in Bkk, but if it´s near Sukhumwith it would be nice.

Thanks in advance.

( sorry for sone bad spelling )

/Kontakt6

I am planning a trip to Bangkok and this is my first trip, I saw these 3 hotels that seem to fall into my price range and the seem to be close to sukimvit road, anyon have any opinions on these 3 hotels? Like how close to fun, shopping, eatting? How the surronding area is? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[url]http://www.expedia.com/pub/agent.dll?qsfr=cmfd&itid=&itdx=&itty=&ecid=[/url]

[url]http://www.expedia.com/pub/agent.dll?qsfr=cmfd&itid=&itdx=&itty=&ecid=[/url]

[url]http://www.expedia.com/pub/agent.dll?qsfr=cmfd&itid=&itdx=&itty=&ecid=[/url]

[QUOTE=Timmylamb]I am planning a trip to Bangkok and this is my first trip, I saw these 3 hotels that seem to fall into my price range and the seem to be close to sukimvit road, anyon have any opinions on these 3 hotels? Like how close to fun, shopping, eatting? How the surronding area is? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[url]http://www.expedia.com/pub/agent.dll?qsfr=cmfd&itid=&itdx=&itty=&ecid=[/url]

[url]http://www.expedia.com/pub/agent.dll?qsfr=cmfd&itid=&itdx=&itty=&ecid=[/url]

[url]http://www.expedia.com/pub/agent.dll?qsfr=cmfd&itid=&itdx=&itty=&ecid=[/url][/QUOTE]
The links do not give any hotels. Why don't you list them out.

WOW, I copied the actual hotel listing but I guess that didnt work, the hotel names are:

Aspen Suites
Bangkok property near Lumphini Park
4.0-starStar Rating
Book online or call 1-800-551-2534


The Key Sukhumvit Bangkok
Bangkok property near Lumphinee Park
3.0-starStar Rating
Book online or call 1-800-551-2534


Prince Palace Hotel
Bangkok property near Jim Thompson House
3.5-starStar Rating
Book online or call 1-800-551-2534

[QUOTE=Goteborg]Hi you all:

Been lurking around here for a while and have not been posting a lot, but now i need your help.

Looking for hotell that offer a 2 bedroom suite with jacuzzi ( or maby private pool ) and that is without joinerfee för guests.

It is not so impotrtent where in Bkk, but if it´s near Sukhumwith it would be nice.

Thanks in advance.

( sorry for sone bad spelling )

/Kontakt6[/QUOTE]

ever heard of Livingston Lodge? :)

[QUOTE=Bionicman]ever heard of Livingston Lodge? :)[/QUOTE]

... we don't have a 2-bedroom Suite [but double Jacuzzi's :)].


Giotto
[URL]http://www.livingstones.co.th[/URL]

Sorry about that, I'm a noob:

Prince Palace Hotel
Bangkok property near Jim Thompson House
3.5-starStar Rating
Book online or call 1-800-551-2534

The Key Sukhumvit Bangkok
Bangkok property near Lumphinee Park
3.0-starStar Rating
Book online or call 1-800-551-2534

Aspen Suites
Bangkok property near Lumphini Park
4.0-starStar Rating
Book online or call 1-800-551-2534

[QUOTE=Giotto]... we don't have a 2-bedroom Suite [but double Jacuzzi's :)].


Giotto
[URL]http://www.livingstones.co.th[/URL][/QUOTE]

But you got at least one great balcony that I know has been put to great use also. It is amazing what positions and types of activities you can have in that set up. What you do need is a couch or big chair so we continue getting creative in positions.

I think we've used up every corner and possibilities in the current room set ups and layouts. What ever happened to that day or party room you were going to do? Or the honeymoon suite?

[QUOTE=Giotto]... we don't have a 2-bedroom Suite [but double Jacuzzi's :)].


Giotto
[URL]http://www.livingstones.co.th[/URL][/QUOTE]

Giotto, be creative and open a communication door and two rooms will become a 2-bedroom suite..:)
That is what some 5-star hotels do and charge huge rates on the ground it is a suite:)

[QUOTE=Giotto]... we don't have a 2-bedroom Suite [but double Jacuzzi's :)].

Giotto

[URL]http://www.livingstones.co.th[/URL][/QUOTE]Thanks Giotto.

Was looking at your page and it looks good, but maby i would have liked a little more info about every type of room on the webpage. ( or did i not find it ? )

Bionicman:

Good thinking

[QUOTE=Goteborg]Hi you all:

Been lurking around here for a while and have not been posting a lot, but now i need your help.

Looking for hotell that offer a 2 bedroom suite with jacuzzi ( or maby private pool ) and that is without joinerfee för guests.

It is not so impotrtent where in Bkk, but if it´s near Sukhumwith it would be nice.

Thanks in advance.

( sorry for sone bad spelling )

/Kontakt6[/QUOTE]Try Chateau de Bangkok.

It is accor run service apt nice place fits your needs I have tayed there many times 29 Soi Rumarudee 1 Ploenchit road Lumpini Patumwan Bangkok.

02-651-4400

Bdvb66

Behind Conrad Hotel

[QUOTE=Stew2]
I was told by the staff at the Mercure that the Accor group is having another promotional sale, I think with similar prices to the ones offered in February. Must book during the three day period from June 23 - 26, and stay from July 1 to September 31. Last time there was a website that went up on those days, so I imagine it will go that way again...[/QUOTE]

It would fit me perfect. It cost a little to much now, but if the price you say is true these dates it would be wonderful with 4 stars, roof pool, GF and Wifi. I will look out for this deal! Thanks.
BTW, all Accor hotells GF?
And if I send an email to a hotel in Bangkok and ask if the hotel is GF, can I count with a honest reply?

I will arrive 23th sep and stay 1 week (or more) in Bangkok.

[QUOTE=Goteborg]...

Was looking at your page and it looks good, but maby i would have liked a little more info about every type of room on the webpage. ( or did i not find it ? )
...
[/QUOTE]Goteborg,

A new website will be up soon. Still there is the problem, that all rooms are a bit different - we were building the rooms into an existing building, so there is not a real standard.


Giotto
[URL]http://www.livingstones.co.th[/URL]

[QUOTE=Kid Icarus]It would fit me perfect. It cost a little to much now, but if the price you say is true these dates it would be wonderful with 4 stars, roof pool, GF and Wifi. I will look out for this deal! Thanks.
BTW, all Accor hotells GF?
And if I send an email to a hotel in Bangkok and ask if the hotel is GF, can I count with a honest reply?

I will arrive 23th sep and stay 1 week (or more) in Bangkok.[/QUOTE]

Kid - I can only say that this is what the staff told me when I asked whether I could get the deal again on my return trip - said I had to wait for these prices until the next promotion on these dates.

As to GF - not all Accor hotels are, apparently. Search through posts here on others that some have found disappointing on this score. I don't know about the e-mail, but I suppose it is a reliable guide - why wouldn't they tell you about policies or charges?

Enjoy

[quote=kid icarus]it would fit me perfect. it cost a little to much now, but if the price you say is true these dates it would be wonderful with 4 stars, roof pool, gf and wifi. i will look out for this deal! thanks.[/quote]if there will be really such a deal i'd suggest to stay at grande sukhumvit bangkok (formerly sofitel) at sukhumvit soi 6, 5 minutes to nep, 1 minute to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url], 3 minutes to aviva masasage, 5 minutes to beergarden soi 7, 3 minutes to nana skytrain station ... and a hotel that provides 5 star quality and services (or at least comes close to this)

[quote=kid icarus]btw, all accor hotells gf?[/quote]in bangkok: yes

[quote=kid icarus]and if i send an email to a hotel in bangkok and ask if the hotel is gf, can i count with a honest reply?[/quote]they usually do or at least they did when i asked. they should have no intention to lie to you at that topic. if they don't want mongers to stay at their hotel and they "lie" to you about joiner fee, in the end everyone will be upset.

[QUOTE=Giotto]Still there is the problem, that all rooms are a bit different - we were building the rooms into an existing building, so there is not a real standard.
[/QUOTE]

That's easy, try them all with a different girl until you find your favorite, room and girl that is.

[quote=zauberfee]if there will be really such a deal i'd suggest to stay at grande sukhumvit bangkok (formerly sofitel) at sukhumvit soi 6, 5 minutes to nep, 1 minute to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url], 3 minutes to aviva masasage, 5 minutes to beergarden soi 7, 3 minutes to nana skytrain station ... and a hotel that provides 5 star quality and services (or at least comes close to this)

in bangkok: yes

they usually do or at least they did when i asked. they should have no intention to lie to you at that topic. if they don't want mongers to stay at their hotel and they "lie" to you about joiner fee, in the end everyone will be upset.[/quote]

zauber - apparently not all the accor hotels in bangkok are gf - rambis youth reported recently that the novotel siam was not... perhaps it is not representative, but i would check on specific hotels to be sure.

I've heard that Chateau de Bangkok is NOT Guest Friendly.

[QUOTE=Kid Icarus]It would fit me perfect. It cost a little to much now, but if the price you say is true these dates it would be wonderful with 4 stars, roof pool, GF and Wifi. I will look out for this deal! Thanks.
BTW, all Accor hotells GF?
And if I send an email to a hotel in Bangkok and ask if the hotel is GF, can I count with a honest reply?

I will arrive 23th sep and stay 1 week (or more) in Bangkok.[/QUOTE]


I should mention that they do have wifi, but it is not free. I avoided the hefty charges by going up to the corner and using McDonald's at 60 bt/hour.

Thanks for all the replys!

I will definitely look out for this promotion =)

[QUOTE=Kid Icarus]It would fit me perfect. It cost a little to much now, but if the price you say is true these dates it would be wonderful with 4 stars, roof pool, GF and Wifi. I will look out for this deal! Thanks.
BTW, all Accor hotells GF?
And if I send an email to a hotel in Bangkok and ask if the hotel is GF, can I count with a honest reply?

I will arrive 23th sep and stay 1 week (or more) in Bangkok.[/QUOTE]
If you get a yes, that the hotel is GF, print it out to have if any prob.

[QUOTE=Gyroball]Try Chateau de Bangkok.

It is accor run service apt nice place fits your needs I have tayed there many times 29 Soi Rumarudee 1 Ploenchit road Lumpini Patumwan Bangkok.

02-651-4400

Bdvb66

Behind Conrad Hotel[/QUOTE]Thanks Gyroball.

Will take a look at that.

[QUOTE=Giotto]Goteborg,

A new website will be up soon. Still there is the problem, that all rooms are a bit different - we were building the rooms into an existing building, so there is not a real standard.

Giotto
[URL]http://www.livingstones.co.th[/URL][/QUOTE]Thanks for the answer Giotto. Will wait for the new website.

Anyway I will pay you a visit on my next trip to BKK. Then I can have a look at the rooms perhaps.

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]If you get a yes, that the hotel is GF, print it out to have if any prob.[/QUOTE]
Great idea! I did not think about that, thanks.

Is anyone know if this hotel is any good and if it is GF?

I am looking and this one seems new and modern and very close to all the action

The Key Sukhumvit Bangkok.

Bangkok property near Lumphinee Park

Hey there,

I will be staying one night in BK this weekend. Kind of unexpected. My travel agent booked the SIAM CITY HOTEL Bangkok, is that hotel GF?

Thanks!

PS: Will try to RTFF the regular BK forum now, but any spontaneous hints where to find action as PM are appreciated!

Basic question. Headed to Bangkok next month for approximately 2 weeks. Company is putting me up at the Intercontinental. Is it GF? You can PM. Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=Bkk Rookie]To make clear - the Athenee 1999 baht rate is good through September 30th, 2009. Bookings must be made by May 24th.

This is a Top Tier hotel - not unusual to see regular rooms going for 5000 baht.

Available only through the special URL, below.[/QUOTE]

I asked earlier is this hotel GF and got no answer so answering to myself - It is GF.

It was the most luxurious hotel I have been. Very elegant and courteous staff. Extremely nice pool area. The lunch buffet 1800B.

I felt misplaced in there. 20B tip for carrying suitcase resulted a sour face from the bell boy:) It is in business area lot of embassies around so for getting near action you will need to get a Skytrain from nearby Phloen Chit BTS station (or taxi) to Nana or where ever you are going. I once walked back (in sweat) from Nana so in principle it is in walking distance.

[QUOTE=White Whale]20B tip for carrying suitcase resulted a sour face from the bell boy:) [/QUOTE]I got some negative reactions to the same amount from a bell boy
and front desk staff at the Nana hotel.

100 baht and they act genuinely thankful.

Upstairs with maids and laundry service is a different story.

20 baht and they're content.

For guys trying to figure out where to stay on their first visit... here's a tip that may be helpful. I have come to like Soi 11. Lots of good choices in the area, but sometimes too many can be daunting. I stayed in the Federal one night, but it is older and less attractive. Moved to the Grand President for a much better option.

Stayed in Tower 3 (Soi 11, on the other side of the street from main part of Grand President, behind the German restaurant) for part of my visit recently, and thought it was a pretty swell choice:

1. Extremely GF - checked IDs and called to make sure all was well when girl leaves.

2. Right now with low season and the bad economy, lots of rooms available. As a walkup, they gave me a better rate than I could find on the internet - 1999/day including breakfast for 2 (make sure you register for 2 - they actually made sure of that for me) and free internet (but make sure you ask for that, as it is not automatic but they give it easily). Rooftop pools on both buildings you can use.

3. Soi 11 is to me a very good location. Easy walking distance to Nana, Thermae, Soi Cowboy (about 15 min.), Beer Garden, Annies, King & I (good nonsexual massage), lots of nice restaurants, laundry service up the street by 7/11 much cheaper than in hotel, lots of streetwalkers at night (or even in day sometimes) if that's your thing, and an exit from the Nana Skytrain station that dumps you right in front of Soi 11.

Ok, there's more, but I won't bore you.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]I've heard that Chateau de Bangkok is NOT Guest Friendly.[/QUOTE]I have stayed there 10 plus times never a problem no fee 1 or 2 ladys ok.

Gyroball

The new Accor City Super Sale is available. Book between June 23-29, 2009, to take advantage of savings of up to 60% for stays between July 10 and September 30, 2009.

Repeat:

Book June 23-29
Stay July 10 - Sept 30.

[url]http://www.accorhotels.com/gb/promotion/specials/coming-soon-supersale.shtml[/url]

BKK rates as low as $25/night at the All Seasons Sathorn and All Season Siam.

Anyone know if there are guest friendly hotels?

[quote=stew2]kid - i can only say that this is what the staff told me when i asked whether i could get the deal again on my return trip - said i had to wait for these prices until the next promotion on these dates.
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[quote=zauberfee]if there will be really such a deal i'd suggest to stay at grande sukhumvit bangkok (formerly sofitel) at sukhumvit soi 6, 5 minutes to nep, 1 minute to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url], 3 minutes to aviva masasage, 5 minutes to beergarden soi 7, 3 minutes to nana skytrain station ... and a hotel that provides 5 star quality and services (or at least comes close to this)
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"city super sale
this offer is valid on all pre-paid bookings made between 23rd june 2009 and 29th june 2009 on [url]www.accorhotels.com[/url] for all stays between 10th july and 30th september 2009."

you were right, thanks for the tip stew2! =d

[QUOTE=Kid Icarus]"City Super Sale[/QUOTE]

Thanks to that promotion I'll be back at Grande Sukhumvit Bangkok next month for 2.100 THB ++ per night ... including an upgrade to the Diamond Suite :D

[QUOTE=Stew2]For guys trying to figure out where to stay on their first visit... here's a tip that may be helpful. I have come to like Soi 11. Lots of good choices in the area, but sometimes too many can be daunting. I stayed in the Federal one night, but it is older and less attractive. Moved to the Grand President for a much better option.

Stayed in Tower 3 (Soi 11, on the other side of the street from main part of Grand President, behind the German restaurant) for part of my visit recently, and thought it was a pretty swell choice:

1. Extremely GF - checked IDs and called to make sure all was well when girl leaves.

2. Right now with low season and the bad economy, lots of rooms available. As a walkup, they gave me a better rate than I could find on the internet - 1999/day including breakfast for 2 (make sure you register for 2 - they actually made sure of that for me) and free internet (but make sure you ask for that, as it is not automatic but they give it easily). Rooftop pools on both buildings you can use.

3. Soi 11 is to me a very good location. Easy walking distance to Nana, Thermae, Soi Cowboy (about 15 min.), Beer Garden, Annies, King & I (good nonsexual massage), lots of nice restaurants, laundry service up the street by 7/11 much cheaper than in hotel, lots of streetwalkers at night (or even in day sometimes) if that's your thing, and an exit from the Nana Skytrain station that dumps you right in front of Soi 11.

Ok, there's more, but I won't bore you.[/QUOTE]

So I will :) It has been my prefered choise also. Had to admit that not after extensive comparison. After reading this forum went there and have not had complaints. Personally I want to bring up the Japanise restaurant in the complex as I am a huge sushi freak.

For services I want to add there are good number of ATMs around. When going to Beer Garden there is a nice short cut route. I hope I could remember details but it went between a fence and spa/massage on ground level. Well, first opening on right when going towards BTS.

[QUOTE=Zauberfee]Thanks to that promotion I'll be back at Grande Sukhumvit Bangkok next month for 2.100 THB ++ per night ... including an upgrade to the Diamond Suite :D[/QUOTE]

I have just booked 7 days att Grand Mercure Bangkok Asoke Residence. I guess it's the same hotel as yours? You just shorten the name? =)

Anyway, I will start the 6 months vacation with a top hotel. And I guess I will miss it from time to time when I start the backpacking around this continent and sleeping in none star hotels with cockroaches and mosquitos as a bed company..

[QUOTE=Kid Icarus]I have just booked 7 days att Grand Mercure Bangkok Asoke Residence. I guess it's the same hotel as yours? You just shorten the name? =)[/QUOTE]

No it's not ...

Grand Mercure Bangkok Asoke Residence is some kind of serviced appartement at Sukhumvit Soi 19, a 5 minutes walk from Asoke skytrain station. It's also a pretty good deal. For 1.575 THB ++ you'll get a 70m² suite in walking distance to Soi Cowboy.

My hotel is at Sukhumvit Soi 6, near NEP and Beergarden

[QUOTE=Zauberfee]No it's not ...
My hotel is at Sukhumvit Soi 6, near NEP and Beergarden[/QUOTE]
I must be retarded, cuz I cant find your hotel in accors list.. =)

[QUOTE=Kid Icarus]I must be retarded, cuz I cant find your hotel in accors list.. =)[/QUOTE]

well .. I won't comment on this :D

[url=http://www.accorhotels.com/de/hotel-6171-grand-sukhumvit-hotel-bangkok-previously-sofitel/index.shtml]Grand Sukhumvit Hotel Bangkok (previously Sofitel)[/url]

Many deals to be had all over right now. Agoda has some really sweet deals too. Dynasty Inn Grande is $48.00, Magestic Grande is $61.00, lots of discounts and free nights being offered.

[url]http://www.agoda.com/specialoffers/[/url]

[QUOTE=Run Mann]Many deals to be had all over right now. Agoda has some really sweet deals too. Dynasty Inn Grande is $48.00, Magestic Grande is $61.00, lots of discounts and free nights being offered.

[url]http://www.agoda.com/specialoffers/[/url][/QUOTE]

You can also go direct, I looked at the Accor site for the asoke property, but add in the taxes, breakfast and I know they have a high internet charge, a one bedroom suite at a known location in the heart of the action is only 200 or 300 baht more per night (adding in all extras).

This other property has a washer / dryer and for a 16 day stay and without wanting to pack or take a lot of clothes, plus the GF washes for me, was the difference for me.

So it can also work to try to book direct or through the management companies. Some web sites like to play the add on game or not include the taxes or have other charges.

The absolute best case is to play the walk up game right now and go really low ball on them to the manager. But I'm not spend my day hunting for a cheap room to save a few baht going place to place to place or risk being shut out and ending up with rack rates if you don't play that game well.

[QUOTE=Zauberfee]well .. I won't comment on this :D

[url=http://www.accorhotels.com/de/hotel-6171-grand-sukhumvit-hotel-bangkok-previously-sofitel/index.shtml]Grand Sukhumvit Hotel Bangkok (previously Sofitel)[/url][/QUOTE]It doesn't come up on the Accor site, for whatever reason. You have to go to the hotel's website and then somewhere during booking you end up on the Accor website. Weird but true.

[QUOTE=Bkk Rookie]The new Accor City Super Sale is available. Book between June 23-29, 2009, to take advantage of savings of up to 60% for stays between July 10 and September 30, 2009.

Repeat:

Book June 23-29
Stay July 10 - Sept 30.

[url]http://www.accorhotels.com/gb/promotion/specials/coming-soon-supersale.shtml[/url]

BKK rates as low as $25/night at the All Seasons Sathorn and All Season Siam.

Anyone know if there are guest friendly hotels?[/QUOTE]Bump to ask again: anyone with experience to share about the All Season's properties, specifically whether they are GF?

[QUOTE=Kid Icarus]"City Super Sale

This offer is valid on all pre-paid bookings made between 23rd June 2009 and 29th June 2009 on [url]www.accorhotels.com[/url] for all stays between 10th July and 30th September 2009."

You were right, thanks for the tip Stew2! =D[/QUOTE]Attention when booking: Grand Mercure Bangkok Asoke Residence and Le Fenix no joiner fee, but Novotel Lotus 1,000 baht fee x person

Arrived last night and checked in to Merisess, Soi 16. Previous reports are pretty accurate. Hotel is not quite there yet, still teething. Executive One Bed is 5555 THB/3 nights with airport pick up. Breakfast delivered to room as reported. Made a few mistakes, but the girl that does the breakfast (also housekeeper) said drop off request to her directly and she would make sure all good from then on.

Manager asked at check in did I want ladies screened ( ID checked ) for duration and advised could phone for a once off check. Forthright and practical option when you think of it.

Rooms are ok, a little bigger than a standard room, finishes let it down. But it is ok. Shame, as the set up could have made for a top class mongering hotel. They bought the right gear, and the layout is good, someone let the ball drop when putting it together. Just small details. Anyway it is a reasonable option if you are looking for a good "work area" without a lot of hassle. Internet is free, but a little slow at times. Good enough for me, but won't suit someone needing high bandwidth. I am comparing to LL also on wifi.

Will try somewhere else after the three days, probably Soi 11 as Stew says - lots of options, and then back to LL...

[QUOTE=Barko]Excellent question Daddy San.

It takes a bit of doing, knowledge of the areas, then doing a full comparison of the things to do and the amenities.

Methodology by example:

OK here, for another good example, the "Marriott Executive Apartment, Sathorn Vista". It is also a "secret" Wot hotel deal that I just booked for someone yesterday:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W66816&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]

The way I do it is go to the Bangkok header:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotels/thailand-bangkok-hotels.html[/url]

This the "Live Deals" page. Now, look at the tabs just above the hotel listings. You will see "Live Deals", "Hotel List", and "Related Options".

Isolate your area by going to "Related Options", it will list the separated areas of the city, then go to your area, e.g. Sathorn:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotels/thailand-bangkok-sathorn-hotels.html[/url]

You see, it lists the hotels in your specific area, and the 'secret' deals, nicely separated and defined by star rating. You then just open each of the hotels listed under the secret deal in relation to the star rating, and compare the options and amenities to the secret, as I did with this:

Secret deal: [url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W66816&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]

Comparitive listing: [url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W65815&page=1&viewType=all[/url]

You precipitate and extract the deal simply by doing a little research (reading everything in there and being sure they are the same.) You may think that it takes a bit too much time to go through them all, but after you do it a few times, it's very easy, ergo, it becomes a very low risk gamble. You basically KNOW what the "secret" Wot hotel is before you book it.

In this example, I backdoored a normally priced brand new 3,800 Baht suite (and a good deal even at that price,) for 2,999 Baht for three nights. So this particular case truly reflects what fantastic deals can be had.

So, yeah, I really did figure this system out all my myself, ahem, so I may not be a dumb as I look. Heh. Please don't tell anybody and ruin it for me, OK? My brothers in arms here at ISG that use it, I just ask for a tip your hat and a thanks, I just saved you a bundle of serious dough on your hotel travel.

More to come. Questions? ;)[/QUOTE]Thanks for the information. I also booked through Wotif and got immediately the confirmation (and more than THB 1.000/per night cheaper than using my Marriott card).

One question: is this hotel gf (I booked for 2) ?

[QUOTE=Somewhere15]Thanks for the information. I also booked through Wotif and got immediately the confirmation (and more than THB 1.000/per night cheaper than using my Marriott card).

One question: is this hotel gf (I booked for 2) ?[/QUOTE]Marriott Sathorn Vista: Extremely, totally and completely, blind eye guest friendly.

I personally have stumbled through the foyer toward the lifts at 11pm with 2 blistering hot Nana cuties on either arm, their high heels clicking with lots of giggles & other funny noises, and have received nothing but very friendly wais and warm greetings from the staff. In fact, I have done this a few times there now, heh.

Perfection.

IMHO, with the Wotif secret at 2999 Baht, the Marriott Sathorn is the best deal in town, and about as guest friendly as any 5 star place I have seen anywhere. The word is out though, and good news travels fast through underground BKK. Ergo, the place is becoming very popular.

OK, the bad news is, as with all Marriotts, you have to pay for the Internet, and breakfast isn't free either. But, the place IS very nice, the rooms are outstanding, and the beds are the best in town, (even rivaling the JW Marriott Suk.)

Features: (all top drawer stuff) a real dishwasher, a real for real convection oven w/broiler, a real coffee maker, real washer and dryer, two large LCDs both with 'in wall' laptop connex so you can watch your own lappy based .avi's .mpg's, etc. on the TVs, and more. Some might find the ambience a little sterile, but when you turn down those bedroom lights, magic happens. (Pics and personal report to come soon.)

For locals: A great place to throw a nice little party without messing your own pad, and, check out those reception desk honeys, whoa. ;)

Surroundings: From Suan Plu, go across Sathorn via the walkbridge, then head up Covenant Rd. to Silom/Patpong/Thaniya/BTS Saladaeng, many good restaurants en route. Ogoto and BenTen massage are nearby too.

Marriot Sathorn Vista: I'll be there again next weekend!

Now Somewhere15, if you have read all that, I'll bury another tidbit here: The aforementioned JW Marriott is another Wotif secret deal, 3500 Baht (as opposed to the latest 5900++ Baht Marriott Rewards members promotion that Marriott is doing now.) Check it if you want:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W66276&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]

Have fun!

Tried a Premier room at FX (FuramaXclusive) in Sathorn as iResidence was full. Quite close to BTS (Chong Nonsri) and nice lounge room. Downside was hot water was iffy, changing to and fro between very hot and not hot enough often. Breakfast was medium standard. O.K. but not exactly recommended and heavy traffic in Silom/Sathorn district, meaning use of BTS was always best.

Free wifi Internet Connection O.K. for browsing but error prone when trying to do OS work.

Moved to Dream in Sukhumwit. This hotel is really quite good overall. Downside is no breakfast included in the Agoda deal. Free wifi Internet connection too slow and flakey to do OS work, but tollerable for normal browsing.

So I am not really hooked by either place.

Hopeland Apartments on last trip were probably better overall.

[QUOTE=Myx Tical]Tried a Premier room at FX (FuramaXclusive) in Sathorn as iResidence was full....Free wifi Internet Connection O.K. for browsing but error prone when trying to do OS work....Moved to Dream in Sukhumwit. This hotel is really quite good overall.... Free wifi Internet connection too slow and flakey to do OS work, but tollerable for normal browsing.So I am not really hooked by either place. [/QUOTE]I just spent five nights at a serviced apartment out in Ratchada called Amanta Ratchada. I booked a one bedroom on Agoda for $65us++/night (breakfast included). It was quite a nice place with a great pool, free wi-fi, kitchen, washer/dryer, etc. From the hotel, it's a three minute walk to the MRT (Thailand Cultural Center station). There's lots of shopping and restaurants nearby, too. Girl-friendly (they do collect IDs).

I've yet to find anywhere in Thailand where the internet (especially wi-fi) works well...anywhere!

[quote=fon tok]
i've yet to find anywhere in thailand where the internet (especially wi-fi) works well...anywhere![/quote]
once found an internet cafe in soi 11 sukhumwit that was true high speed and o.k. for citrix use to work on remote os machine, but i believe the shop closed and was replaced by something else. if anyone knows any truelly high speed places with a reasonable charge, i would like to know. most places advertising high-speed are really quite slow.

i think livingstone's internet speed was actually quite reasonable, and better than most places.

[QUOTE=Barko]Marriott Sathorn Vista: Extremely, totally and completely, blind eye guest friendly.
OK, the bad news is, as with all Marriotts, you have to pay for the Internet, and breakfast isn't free either. But, the place IS very nice, the rooms are outstanding, and the beds are the best in town, (even rivaling the JW Marriott Suk.) [/QUOTE]

Are you sure about internet and breakfast?

I have been back/forth with the Mayfair Marriott on Langsuan for long term stay and they included 2 buffet bkft for 1 bdrm suite and 4 for 2 bdrm suite....can't remember if they said internet free or pay basis....different Marriotts have different policies.

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]Are you sure about internet and breakfast?

I have been back/forth with the Mayfair Marriott on Langsuan for long term stay and they included 2 buffet bkft for 1 bdrm suite and 4 for 2 bdrm suite....can't remember if they said internet free or pay basis....different Marriotts have different policies.[/QUOTE]Talking purely from the standpoint of the Wotif secret deal, yes, I am positive.

Of course, you can get Internet and breakfast if you book with the Marriott "Business Package" on their website, but the rates inc. tax start at about 4,300 Baht per night.

I pay 9,122 Baht for three nights with the Wotif Secret, I don't really need the buffet at all, and for Internet I connect my laptop via PDA to VPN. Works for me.

I like the place, it's not all super luxurious or anything, but there is something about it that the chiquitas just love. ;)

[quote=soap fan]
i think livingstone's internet speed was actually quite reasonable, and better than most places.[/quote]

it is good at ll. will go back next time. at merisess it was ok, good for download, but a little slow up.

i changed hotel just before the holiday, as merisess has no bar and i wasn't sure what the two days would entail. ended up at royal ivory on nana, as a mate of mine was coming back there from pattaya. he forgot his watch in room safe and asked me to collect. was cheap, something like 1000 or 1100/night on expedia. very large rooms (maybe 45 - 50 sq m), no hassles but a little rough. suited at the time, but should have spent last week at ll as planned. i think it is more value for money. wifi was slow, despite the gadget being located directly outside room.

[quote=soap fan]i think livingstone's internet speed was actually quite reasonable, and better than most places.[/quote]true, ll has one of the better systems i've used in bangkok. dr. g's habitual surfing requires it so! now only if it would [i]eat mozzies...[/i]

Maybe the offer is over, but I certainly didn't find the Dynasty Grande for $48.

More like $68. But I was looking for October.

[QUOTE=Run Mann]Many deals to be had all over right now. Agoda has some really sweet deals too. Dynasty Inn Grande is $48.00, Magestic Grande is $61.00, lots of discounts and free nights being offered.

[url]http://www.agoda.com/specialoffers/[/url][/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Redfield10]Maybe the offer is over, but I certainly didn't find the Dynasty Grande for $48.

More like $68. But I was looking for October.[/QUOTE]


I just checked and the offer of $48.00 is still available. $56.00 is the price listed for October.

[QUOTE=Run Mann]I just checked and the offer of $48.00 is still available. $56.00 is the price listed for October.[/QUOTE]Right, but the rate involves a minimum of 3 nights and a healthy amount of booking fees and taxes. Final price is $56 total/night for the 3 night deal. (If you stay less than 3 nights it's $65/night, or as you said, the price for October.)[/quote]All in all, it really is a great location, very easy on the wallet and very very easy on the shoe leather.

[QUOTE=Barko]Marriott Sathorn Vista: Extremely, totally and completely, blind eye guest friendly.

I personally have stumbled through the foyer toward the lifts at 11pm with 2 blistering hot Nana cuties on either arm, their high heels clicking with lots of giggles & other funny noises, and have received nothing but very friendly wais and warm greetings from the staff. In fact, I have done this a few times there now, heh.

Perfection.

IMHO, with the Wotif secret at 2999 Baht, the Marriott Sathorn is the best deal in town, and about as guest friendly as any 5 star place I have seen anywhere. The word is out though, and good news travels fast through underground BKK. Ergo, the place is becoming very popular.

OK, the bad news is, as with all Marriotts, you have to pay for the Internet, and breakfast isn't free either. But, the place IS very nice, the rooms are outstanding, and the beds are the best in town, (even rivaling the JW Marriott Suk.)

Features: (all top drawer stuff) a real dishwasher, a real for real convection oven w/broiler, a real coffee maker, real washer and dryer, two large LCDs both with 'in wall' laptop connex so you can watch your own lappy based .avi's .mpg's, etc. on the TVs, and more. Some might find the ambience a little sterile, but when you turn down those bedroom lights, magic happens. (Pics and personal report to come soon.)

For locals: A great place to throw a nice little party without messing your own pad, and, check out those reception desk honeys, whoa. ;)

Surroundings: From Suan Plu, go across Sathorn via the walkbridge, then head up Covenant Rd. to Silom/Patpong/Thaniya/BTS Saladaeng, many good restaurants en route. Ogoto and BenTen massage are nearby too.

Marriot Sathorn Vista: I'll be there again next weekend!

Now Somewhere15, if you have read all that, I'll bury another tidbit here: The aforementioned JW Marriott is another Wotif secret deal, 3500 Baht (as opposed to the latest 5900++ Baht Marriott Rewards members promotion that Marriott is doing now.) Check it if you want:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W66276&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]

Have fun![/QUOTE]Thanks Barko for your advise and yes....absolutely girlfriendly :)

[QUOTE=Somewhere15]Thanks Barko for your advise and yes....absolutely girlfriendly :)[/QUOTE]Sorry, I forgot to upload my memories!

Centrepoint Wireless rd. looks nice.

Anybody knows their policy towards guests?

Thanks in advance,

3. Soi 11 is to me a very good location. Easy walking distance to Nana, Thermae, Soi Cowboy (about 15 min.), Beer Garden, Annies, King & I (good nonsexual massage), lots of nice restaurants, laundry service up the street by 7/11 much cheaper than in hotel, lots of streetwalkers at night (or even in day sometimes) if that's your thing, and an exit from the Nana Skytrain station that dumps you right in front of Soi 11.

Ok, there's more, but I won't bore you.[/QUOTE]I was several times by King & I. Last week for the first time it was clear that the service go far beyond standard expectation.

Laying with my face down she played “innocent” with my balls, repeated that many times and gave me a great butt massage. When I had to turn on my back she continue the ball playing but refused to go future.

As this was already around closing time I tried to get the girl into my Hotel (close to Asoke) but she did refuse that.

Anyway a nice and unexpected experience. I gave her a royal tip.

Hey guys,

Any new information about Merisess Sukhumvit 16 Hotel, are they girlfriendly? What's available around the hotel?

[QUOTE=Neil Flanders]Centrepoint Wireless rd. looks nice.

Anybody knows their policy towards guests?

Thanks in advance,[/QUOTE]Blind eye guest friendly.

Make sure to book your room for two guests = no problems or checks whatsoever.

Word of caution, the standard rooms at Centre Point Wireless are small, too small IMHO. They say 38 sq. meters, but it sure doesn't feel like that. Queen bed in most.

[QUOTE=Somewhere15]I was several times by King & I. Last week for the first time it was clear that the service go far beyond standard expectation.

Laying with my face down she played “innocent” with my balls, repeated that many times and gave me a great butt massage. When I had to turn on my back she continue the ball playing but refused to go future.

As this was already around closing time I tried to get the girl into my Hotel (close to Asoke) but she did refuse that.

Anyway a nice and unexpected experience. I gave her a royal tip.[/QUOTE]

Do you happen to remember her name or any way to select her? Which massage did you take? Thai? Royal Thai?

[QUOTE=Somewhere15]I was several times by King & I. Last week for the first time it was clear that the service go far beyond standard expectation.

Laying with my face down she played “innocent” with my balls, repeated that many times and gave me a great butt massage. When I had to turn on my back she continue the ball playing but refused to go future.

As this was already around closing time I tried to get the girl into my Hotel (close to Asoke) but she did refuse that.

Anyway a nice and unexpected experience. I gave her a royal tip.[/QUOTE]

Not sure what you mean, Somewhere15 - if the girl won't go further than playing a bit with your balls, how does that give indication that "it was clear that service goes far beyond standard expectation"?

[QUOTE=Stew2]Not sure what you mean, Somewhere15 - if the girl won't go further than playing a bit with your balls, how does that give indication that "it was clear that service goes far beyond standard expectation"?[/QUOTE]

Also confused what King and I is doing in hotel thread. FWIW King and I offer discounts to air crew but they won't apply that to your partner, only you. And the most I ever got was a HJ during a Royal Massage and from a not so pretty lady and not that skilled. But I go there often as I do like their regular Massages.

Soi 11 has some good hotels, try Citidines... good value, good rooms, good location. Nice having a couch and bed and stand in shower with bench. Put that bench in the shower to very good use many times. Have had both types of rooms with them and their staff is great with the mongers.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Also confused what King and I is doing in hotel thread. FWIW King and I offer discounts to air crew but they won't apply that to your partner, only you. And the most I ever got was a HJ during a Royal Massage and from a not so pretty lady and not that skilled. But I go there often as I do like their regular Massages.
[/QUOTE]
Just create an ANA membership card for your partner.

[QUOTE=Pita123]Just create an ANA membership card for your partner.[/QUOTE]

they are dumb enough to take FF cards? shit... how stupid. They make me fill out my airline badge and association numbers and everything...

But then again Pita123 I know you... you are good at different ID and associations... your wallet is full of alias hahahahaha...

Majestic Grande has a promotion where you get one night free, but in typical Thai fashion, I'm not sure if it's already been factored in the cost of of the cost is, for example, 3,700 x 2 = 7,400 for the three nights or is it 3,700 x 3 for the three nights (with some reduction already figured in somehow)...

Anyone know?

Dear Mr.

Warmest Greetings from the Majestic Grande Hotel!

Thank you for your email showing your kind interest in our Majestic Grande Hotel. Currently we have the special promotion for our client who stay 3 nights consecutively will receive the 3rd night free on room only, and below rates are our offer:.

Period of Stay:.

24-27 October’ 09(3 nights stay receive one night free on room only)

No. Of Room: Total 1-room

No. Of Person: Total 1 adult

Room Type/Rate:

Grande Superior room (28 sqm.)on normal floor: Bht. 3, 700

Grande Premier room (35 sqm.)on normal floor: Bht. 3, 900

Grande Deluxe room (40 sqm.)on normal floor: Bht. 4, 700

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]they are dumb enough to take FF cards? shit... how stupid. They make me fill out my airline badge and association numbers and everything...

But then again Pita123 I know you... you are good at different ID and associations... your wallet is full of alias hahahahaha...[/QUOTE]The sign on the counter says ANA Mileage Club. So I put this number on their air crew card. :)

[QUOTE=Redfield10]Majestic Grande has a promotion where you get one night free, but in typical Thai fashion, I'm not sure if it's already been factored in the cost of of the cost is, for example, 3,700 x 2 = 7,400 for the three nights or is it 3,700 x 3 for the three nights (with some reduction already figured in somehow).[/QUOTE]I'm taking advantage of similar 2 for 1 at different hotel, where they quoted 5100/night at the promotion price, meaning 3 X 5100 = 15,300.

On the other hand, my son just emailed me to say he got a deal at MG for 6122 baht for 2 nights + 1 complimentary one - not sure yet if breakfast included.

Best to email them

I did and posted their response. Still confused. Are they saying 3700 a night for two night with the third night free?

QUOTE=Traveler1234]I'm taking advantage of similar 2 for 1 at different hotel, where they quoted 5100/night at the promotion price, meaning 3 X 5100 = 15,300.

On the other hand, my son just emailed me to say he got a deal at MG for 6122 baht for 2 nights + 1 complimentary one - not sure yet if breakfast included.

Best to email them[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Member #2041]I've heard that Chateau de Bangkok is NOT Guest Friendly.[/QUOTE]Hi Mongers,

I am visiting Bangkok this week.

Can you suggest a GF hotel near Airport?

Cheers,

Luca

Recently stayed at this hotel on Sukhumvit soi 8. Good size room, 999 baht all inclusive with ok breakfast and pool. Rates now appear to have increased to 1099.

[QUOTE=Pita123]Do you happen to remember her name or any way to select her? Which massage did you take? Thai? Royal Thai? [/QUOTE]I always take there a 2 hours aromatic oil massage. This is in a private room including a shower.

I did not select her, forgot her name and believe the girls work per floor and she was available.

After some days I returned, had a younger lady who didn't speak English and. Refused to touch my dick/balls.(old patron there in King & I).

[QUOTE=Stew2]Not sure what you mean, Somewhere15 - if the girl won't go further than playing a bit with your balls, how does that give indication that "it was clear that service goes far beyond standard expectation"?[/QUOTE]A HJ and (for app. 30 minutes) playing with my balls is for me "far beyond expectation" (by King & I).

I return there frequently when I stay in BKK and standard for King & I was/is: poor English and in general they refuse too touch balss and dick.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]I've heard that Chateau de Bangkok is NOT Guest Friendly.[/QUOTE]I stayed end of last year in Chateau de Bangkok for nearly one week. Had around 4 girls during that stay (always between 1 and 4 PM, after closing of Spasso's, CM2 or Tunnel). Security combined with reception staff during nighttime always with minimum 3 people.

They want to see the girls ID (and make notice in a register).

First time in Bangkok in many years, any hotel recommendations?

I am booked at Livingstone Lodge, any comments?

[QUOTE=GlobalGuy8888]First time in Bangkok in many years, any hotel recommendations?

I am booked at Livingstone Lodge, any comments?[/QUOTE]

Um... did you look at the thread dedicated to LL here? There's only 1,000's of posts about the place.

It's called giotto's forum... don't mind the current banter... it has rooms, internet, any time of the day breakfast, girls, etc... near BTS, etc...

[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=754[/url]

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Um... did you look at the thread dedicated to LL here? There's only 1,000's of posts about the place.
[/QUOTE]
Hehe, his first post so I guess not.. but funny he didnt know =)

[QUOTE=GlobalGuy8888]First time in Bangkok in many years, any hotel recommendations?

I am booked at Livingstone Lodge, any comments?[/QUOTE]
just out of curiosity GG8888, how did you come about booking Livingstone, if you are not familiar with it?

Has anyone stayed at the Swiss Park Hotel near Soi 11 in Sukhumbit Area lately? Is it Girl Friendly? Is their any joiner fees?

[QUOTE=Somewhere15]Refused to touch my dick/balls.(old patron there in King & I).[/QUOTE]

Refused as in you tried to guide her and she refused or do you mean she just didn't go near them? :)

[QUOTE=Ny Desiman]Has anyone stayed at the Swiss Park Hotel near Soi 11 in Sukhumbit Area lately? Is it Girl Friendly? Is their any joiner fees?[/QUOTE]I was there a few months ago, no joiner fees if you only bring 1 girl.

Called them today and and asked if it was possible to change my booking with 3 days ahead because the Italian flightcompany decided to cancel my flight (thanks) so I have to take a later plane. I have already paid the room with no option for changes but the girl just smiled (I guess) and sad thats wast just fine and she would change my booking with 3 days ahead.

Sounds like a good hotel and service (or bad economy)..

[QUOTE=Kid Icarus]Called them today and and asked if it was possible to change my booking with 3 days ahead because the Italian flightcompany decided to cancel my flight (thanks) so I have to take a later plane. I have already paid the room with no option for changes but the girl just smiled (I guess) and sad thats wast just fine and she would change my booking with 3 days ahead.

Sounds like a good hotel and service (or bad economy)..[/QUOTE]KID,

I think is both.

With the bad economy there are alot of empty rooms in Bangkok.

Most 4 star hotels will allow you to change or cancel room on 72 hr notice.

I hope the price of hotels in Bangkok will drop even more.

Fast Eddie 48

I am looking for a cheap yet close to action and GF hotel. I found Unico Leela Hotel on Soi 3 thru my search.

Anybody has any comment on this hotel? Would it be a wrong choice?

[QUOTE=Ny Desiman]I am looking for a cheap yet close to action and GF hotel. I found Unico Leela Hotel on Soi 3 thru my search.

Anybody has any comment on this hotel? Would it be a wrong choice?[/QUOTE]Here is a link to some cheap hotels around Sukhumvit. Some of them are "short time" hotels. PB Hotel is one of them. Once when I was in BKK with my gf, was able to sneak out to PB with a FL. They have both, long and short time rooms. Short time rooms are well equipped for the short time action. Hope I'm allowed to post this link.

[url]http://www.bkkpages.com/hotels/under-20/1[/url]

Thanks

I have always been booking my rooms in Thailand and Asia through [url]http://wired-destinations.com/[/url] , and prices have been great. Service and website too.

Now it seems to me that they are off the market. Does anybody know alternatives or if they are operating under an other name ?

.

[QUOTE=Dolphin12]I have always been booking my rooms in Thailand and Asia through [url]http://wired-destinations.com/[/url] , and prices have been great. Service and website too.

Now it seems to me that they are off the market. Does anybody know alternatives or if they are operating under an other name?[/QUOTE]Try using [url]www.agoda.com[/url]. I have been using them for Bangkok and have no problem at all.

[QUOTE=Kid Icarus]Called them today and and asked if it was possible to change my booking with 3 days ahead because the Italian flightcompany decided to cancel my flight (thanks) so I have to take a later plane. I have already paid the room with no option for changes but the girl just smiled (I guess) and sad thats wast just fine and she would change my booking with 3 days ahead.

Sounds like a good hotel and service (or bad economy)..[/QUOTE]

for a matter of curiosity, what airline were you scheduled with?

[QUOTE=Pita123]Refused as in you tried to guide her and she refused or do you mean she just didn't go near them? :)[/QUOTE]She got near to my balls but refused to touch them and play with them.

[QUOTE=Kid Icarus]Called them today and and asked if it was possible to change my booking with 3 days ahead because the Italian flightcompany decided to cancel my flight (thanks) so I have to take a later plane. I have already paid the room with no option for changes but the girl just smiled (I guess) and sad thats wast just fine and she would change my booking with 3 days ahead.

Sounds like a good hotel and service (or bad economy)..[/QUOTE]And. Very, very girlfriendly as you probably recoignized as well.

[QUOTE=Bionicman]for a matter of curiosity, what airline were you scheduled with?[/QUOTE]

Blu-Express [url]www.blu-express.com[/url]

Any own experiences with this company?

Stayed there some years ago when it was still called Leela Inn IIRC; not a bad hotel if you opt for the more expensive rooms; the standard ones are basic. Clean, staff OK, GF at the time. But. Location not so good IMO; on the end of soi 3, and the soi is one-way (or part of it) in the southern direction, towards Sukhumvit rd. And soi 4. That means going back to your hotel by motorised transport can be a hassle; most of the time they would go thru the sidestreet (soi 11) where the shorttime hotels are, and drop you off at the intersection with soi 3, from where it's still a stiff walk back.

[QUOTE=Ny Desiman]I am looking for a cheap yet close to action and GF hotel. I found Unico Leela Hotel on Soi 3 thru my search.

Anybody has any comment on this hotel? Would it be a wrong choice?[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Somewhere15]And. Very, very girlfriendly as you probably recoignized as well.[/QUOTE]
Yes, thanks to this thread I got notice about this hotel, and thanks to member Stew2 who told us here about the "super deal" they had.

[QUOTE=Dolphin12]
Now it seems to me that they are off the market. Does anybody know alternatives or if they are operating under an other name ?[/QUOTE]

[url]http://www.sawadee.com/[/url] has worked well for me in several bookings. Consumer reviews on the site are useful, too.

[QUOTE=Kid Icarus]Called them today and and asked if it was possible to change my booking with 3 days ahead because the Italian flightcompany decided to cancel my flight (thanks) so I have to take a later plane. I have already paid the room with no option for changes but the girl just smiled (I guess) and sad thats wast just fine and she would change my booking with 3 days ahead.

Sounds like a good hotel and service (or bad economy)..[/QUOTE]I stayed there for 5 nights a few weeks ago. Got a great rate with the Accor room sale then... something like US$55/night. Spacious 1-bedroom apartment, excellent service, totally guest friendly, and the best French restaurant in Bangkok -- Le Beaulieu! Treat yourself and enjoy their week-day Baht 495 set lunch. Bon appetit!

Any one stayed at Citadines Sukhumvit Soi 11 Hotel? Is it Girl Friendly?

[QUOTE=Ny Desiman]Any one stayed at Citadines Sukhumvit Soi 11 Hotel? Is it Girl Friendly?[/QUOTE]
Yes, and yes. Stayed there a few weeks ago for 1 night. Paid 1500 net inc breakfast for 1 person.

[QUOTE=1Ball]Yes, and yes. Stayed there a few weeks ago for 1 night. Paid 1500 net inc breakfast for 1 person.[/QUOTE]Yes the staff there is great. They applaud when you bring a good looking girl in to the hotel. Change the towels often and sheets as many times as I asked. It was a great location and staff.

But that rate might be corporate rate. Good to shoot for it.

[QUOTE=Bigstud]I stayed there for 5 nights a few weeks ago. Got a great rate with the Accor room sale then... something like US$55/night. Spacious 1-bedroom apartment, excellent service, totally guest friendly, and the best French restaurant in Bangkok -- Le Beaulieu! Treat yourself and enjoy their week-day Baht 495 set lunch. Bon appetit![/QUOTE]Sorry Bigstud, what is the name of this hotel? I need just this in a few weeks. Thanks

Wanted to ask if anyone has any updates of DeLuxury on Sukhumvit Soi 19 located behind the Family Mart down the small road (same as Swiss Grottino).

Any update on upkeep of room, service, price, etc.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Desertman]Sorry Bigstud, what is the name of this hotel? I need just this in a few weeks. Thanks[/QUOTE]Grand Mercure Bangkok Asoke Residence - Sukhumvit Soi 19

However, the Accor deal is no longer in effect.

[QUOTE=Ultm8]Wanted to ask if anyone has any updates of DeLuxury on Sukhumvit Soi 19 located behind the Family Mart down the small road (same as Swiss Grottino).

Any update on upkeep of room, service, price, etc.

Thanks[/QUOTE]

As a hotel? No clue. Only person I know who stayed there was using it as a ST hotel.

I was there a few weeks ago to try out the massage. Was with a girl named Nancy. It was ok but I am not sure I'd repeat when Tulip, Snow White and The King & I are so close.

[QUOTE=Ultm8]Wanted to ask if anyone has any updates of DeLuxury on Sukhumvit Soi 19 located behind the Family Mart down the small road (same as Swiss Grottino).

Any update on upkeep of room, service, price, etc.

Thanks[/QUOTE]The Hotel is fine from location point of view,rooms are barely acceptable,bathroom and breakfast are not worth mentioning.

They selectively allow guests,if they can they fleece for guest.

They do have in house massage parlour and the services are hit and miss but if you so prefer they can provide services at your room.

I stayed at the SWISS PARK Hotel on Soi 11/1 (which is right after/before Soi 11). It's just 50 meters from the Sukhumvit Rd. I booked thru Agoda and requested a Superior Room with Double Bed. After I arrived around 4:30, the reception said they can't give a double bed for that day as all are booked... They will change the room the following day.

SWISS PARK is a Girl Friendly hotel, the girl just have to leave her ID with the reception which I think is fine for one's own safety.

The hotel has free wifi in the lobby. That means you have to come down the elevator with your laptop and power cord.

The view is nothing spectacular. The room is not big. The breakfast is allright as there are plenty of foods.

For someone thinking of saving some baht, this is an ok hotel.

Just yesterday I went to meet a girl found in Date in Asia site.

Everything is going well ahaha and so I need to find a short time hotel where I could go with her for some afternoon fun!

I'm living in BKK with a small budget, so I can't afford to spend too much but at the same time, as she is a normal girl, I'd like a decent place, with a decent room and decent location (no red light area^^)

Thanks if somebody can help:)

[QUOTE=Francesco24]Just yesterday I went to meet a girl found in Date in Asia site.

Everything is going well ahaha and so I need to find a short time hotel where I could go with her for some afternoon fun!

I'm living in BKK with a small budget, so I can't afford to spend too much but at the same time, as she is a normal girl, I'd like a decent place, with a decent room and decent location (no red light area^^)

Thanks if somebody can help:)[/QUOTE]

DeLuxury on Sukhumvit Soi 19 located behind the Family Mart.

thinking of staying at this hotel in november:

[url]http://www.royalpresident.com/[/url]

they are offering a great prepaid rate(1 month advance).

some one told me the place is a bit old and dumpy.

any suggestions or experiences appreciated.

here's an example:

early bird promotion 20% discount standard room early bird rate

located in park wing, comfortable & well-appointed room of 30 sqm. with queen size bed, cable tv, stereo with cd & dvd player, large electronic safe, separate working area, unlimited hi-speed internet access & fully equipped kitchenette
* booking must be made at least one month (30days) in advance * requires full pre-payment upon confirmation of booking * credit card will be debited at the time of booking for the whole period of stay * credit card invalid is not accepted * no refunds are provided for any amendments and/or cancellations * inclusive daily breakfast and internet access in room

thb 1,600.00 x 7 nights display rates

• rate per room in thailand baht (thb)
• rates include 10% service charge
• click 'book' button to see rates for single, double, triple, children, etc.

[quote=tryntry]thinking of staying at this hotel in november:

[url]http://www.royalpresident.com/[/url]

they are offering a great prepaid rate(1 month advance).

some one told me the place is a bit old and dumpy.

any suggestions or experiences appreciated.

here's an example:

early bird promotion 20% discount standard room early bird rate

located in park wing, comfortable & well-appointed room of 30 sqm. with queen size bed, cable tv, stereo with cd & dvd player, large electronic safe, separate working area, unlimited hi-speed internet access & fully equipped kitchenette
* booking must be made at least one month (30days) in advance * requires full pre-payment upon confirmation of booking * credit card will be debited at the time of booking for the whole period of stay * credit card invalid is not accepted * no refunds are provided for any amendments and/or cancellations * inclusive daily breakfast and internet access in room

thb 1,600.00 x 7 nights display rates

• rate per room in thailand baht (thb)
• rates include 10% service charge
• click 'book' button to see rates for single, double, triple, children, etc.[/quote]
i wouldnt pay a penny in advance, anywhere, regardless of the deal. the no refunds bit is also unacceptable.
the most i would ever do is give my card number over to secure a reservation, knowing that if i cancel i might lose one night, but not if i do it well enough in advance.
plenty of other places around, all doing deals, so skip that one.

cheers, ff

[QUOTE=Dolphin12]I have always been booking my rooms in Thailand and Asia through [url]http://wired-destinations.com/[/url] , and prices have been great. Service and website too.

Now it seems to me that they are off the market. Does anybody know alternatives or if they are operating under an other name ?[/QUOTE]Wired Destinations went belly up about 4 months ago.

They owed hotels and wholesalers a lot of money. Read many reviews on the net and so many disgruntled customers. Hope they are not operating under a different name.

[QUOTE=Thaihotels]Wired Destinations went belly up about 4 months ago.

They owed hotels and wholesalers a lot of money. Read many reviews on the net and so many disgruntled customers. Hope they are not operating under a different name.[/QUOTE]
I have used wired destinations in the past.
Their website is still up, and taking reservations.

I wonder if a reservation made today would be honored?

[QUOTE=1Ball]I have used wired destinations in the past.
Their website is still up, and taking reservations.

I wonder if a reservation made today would be honored?[/QUOTE]


FYI........


We regret to inform you that WD Travel Co., Ltd., Bangkok, Thailand, has effectively ceased operation as of Feb. 21, 2009 due to financial problems.


Please note that your booking has been cancelled and your refund is under consideration.


We sincerely regret any inconvenience that this may cause you.


Wired Destinations, Bangkok, Thailand

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Owned and operated by WD Travel Co., Ltd.


Email: reservation AT wired-destinations.com

Call: +66 2 2338155/6 (Local 7:00-22:00. UTC/GMT + 7 hours)

Fax: +66 2 2338157

[QUOTE=Thaihotels]Wired Destinations went belly up about 4 months ago.

They owed hotels and wholesalers a lot of money. Read many reviews on the net and so many disgruntled customers. Hope they are not operating under a different name.[/QUOTE]

True and even though the site is still up, the link for making online reservations was taken down; even the local phone number in Bangkok is disconnected

[url]www.wired-destinations.com[/url]

[QUOTE=Run Mann]True and even though the site is still up, the link for making online reservations was taken down; even the local phone number in Bangkok is disconnected

[url]www.wired-destinations.com[/url][/QUOTE]Yes their website is up, but their are no rates and no click to make a booking.

Remember in December last year, they were selling rooms at their nett cost. Not a good sign. Trying to get cash flow to pay debtors not doubt. They also has a wholesale program going. Looked interesting at the time. Glad I never signed up with them.

Tim

Good rate to be had on my favourite Suk hideaway. Spacious studio apt, plus free internet and breakfast (for 2! ) for 1414THB plus service plus VAT (12% total). You have to pay in advance so depends on how flexible you are. For the odd weekend away, this place is ideal.

Some might find a little far down the soi, but a 10 baht motorbike gets you there in under a minute. Reach the end of the soi, and you are right by Nana BTS. Cross the road and you're on Soi 8. Walking distance to both Cowboy and NP. I love this place!

Is it GF? Very!

[QUOTE=Goatboy55]Good rate to be had on my favourite Suk hideaway. Spacious studio apt, plus free internet and breakfast (for 2! ) for 1414THB plus service plus VAT (12% total). You have to pay in advance so depends on how flexible you are. For the odd weekend away, this place is ideal.

Some might find a little far down the soi, but a 10 baht motorbike gets you there in under a minute. Reach the end of the soi, and you are right by Nana BTS. Cross the road and you're on Soi 8. Walking distance to both Cowboy and NP. I love this place!

Is it GF? Very![/QUOTE]The staff was excellent on my stay also.

I enjoyed this hotel very much.

Looking for a hotel that offer something like that of Grand President hotel package of airport pick up, 3 days 2 nights, free internet and breakfast. If you know of a similar hotel, please advise. Price was like 5000 B for the whole deal. Good hotel but want to try something new, especially around Soi Cowboy.

Mal

Wotif secret deal: Grand Millennium Sukhumvit

Soi Cowboy, MRT, BTS, all 1-3 minutes walk, even totally fucked up. Five star digs.

Normal price: 4473++ Baht
Wotif secret deal: 2499 w/o brkfst. W/brkfst add 500 Baht (normally 800 Baht) Wotif charges a 150 Baht total booking fee for entire stay, no matter how long.
[URL]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W51807&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/URL]

Usually at the Millennium you have to pay 440 Baht/day for regular biz class Internet, 2.6Mb. Here is a way to make it all better: Book Wotif deal, check in, ask for room upgrade, pay 350 Baht extra and get a larger high floor room, then you get free VIP class 14.4Mb Internet, monster floor to ceiling mirrors next to the bed, huge bathroom, and a 15% off coffee shop coupon.

HiSo hotel: Thai chicks brag to everybody and you fast track the hot shit list.

Guest friendly.

Good deal.

[QUOTE=Barko]Wotif secret deal: Grand Millennium Sukhumvit

Soi Cowboy, MRT, BTS, all 1-3 minutes walk, even totally fucked up. Five star digs.

Normal price: 4473++ Baht
Wotif secret deal: 2499 w/o brkfst. W/brkfst add 500 Baht (normally 800 Baht) Wotif charges a 150 Baht total booking fee for entire stay, no matter how long.
[URL]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W51807&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/URL]

Usually at the Millennium you have to pay 440 Baht/day for regular biz class Internet, 2.6Mb. Here is a way to make it all better: Book Wotif deal, check in, ask for room upgrade, pay 350 Baht extra and get a larger high floor room, then you get free VIP class 14.4Mb Internet, monster floor to ceiling mirrors next to the bed, huge bathroom, and a 15% off coffee shop coupon.

HiSo hotel: Thai chicks brag to everybody and you fast track the hot shit list.

Guest friendly.

Good deal.[/QUOTE]
Barko,

You are spilling useful secrets! Sounds too good to be true.
Not sure I can resist trying this one.

Mick

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Barko,

You are spilling useful secrets! Sounds too good to be true.
Not sure I can resist trying this one.

Mick[/QUOTE]I just booked for 2 nights ! 4998 + 125 baht tax = 5123 baht ; I hope it will be great!

[QUOTE=Barko]HiSo hotel: Thai chicks brag to everybody and you fast track the hot shit list.[/QUOTE]

If this is a HiSo hotel, where do you normally stay?

[QUOTE=Pita123]If this is a HiSo hotel, where do you normally stay?[/QUOTE]In Thailand? At my house in Phuket. In BKK? My condo, with all this antique samurai shit under glass that I really don't want to part with.

OK. I book stuff for friends & clients visiting, (and for myself when I meet a chick that hasn't been cleared to go to my place yet.) This Wotif secret was a total shot in the dark, blind roll of the dice, and it really was a great deal.

Marriott or Centre Points get the call normally (member of both,) and I usually get an outstanding deal on those as well.

If you need more Millennium info, here:

[URL]http://www.millenniumhotels.com/th/grandmillenniumsukhumvitbangkok/[/URL]

I don't like many of the 5 star hotels in central BKK: Conrad, Swissotel Nai Lert, the Intercon, Emporium, Lebua, Ma Du Zi, Banyan, and the Westin, all remind me of why I left the USA 26 years ago. Stuffy snotty fucks all, and really not all that nice. Also, IMHO, all those so called 4 star places around Soi 4, 6, 8, 11, etc.= Not freaking bloody likely either.

Go ahead call me a snob, you did ask though.

For my guys, it's the Grande Centre Point Ratchadamri one bedroom, or Marriott Sathorn Exec floor one bedroom, those are the ones I use for friends and clients the most. Both classy, extremely attentive, and blind eye guest friendly. ;)

BTW: The brunch at the Millennium yesterday was outstanding, starting with single ice blocked Estonian vodka and Caspian Sea caviar, (all you can consume of course) and ending with a very nice flourish, an ice cream chef that hand dips custom colors & flavors with nuts & hand made whipped cream to resemble popular sushi. (You get your own personal guide and sommelier to show you what's what throughout.) Lots of outstanding imported seafood and chops. Rack of lamb, Beef Bourguignon made with real French Burgundy, and two prime rib stations, one "bleu" (still mooing) and one medium rare+. Many customizable salad and bread combinations as well. Lots of snarky looking Japanese dudes there with haughtily creeped out over the top gelled spiky hairdos, their golf club bags awaiting in the foyer.

The Soi Cowboy chicks love the Millennium (normally going to some ST hotel or to some dump on Soi 11.) It's just 3 minutes walk from the front door of the bar.

I do admit that the carpets in the rooms at the Grand Millennium have become a bit tatty, (Asians are very abusive) but the amenities make up for it, and for 2499 Baht, I am not looking too closely for flaws that I won't see when I'm toasted and those finely tuned and highlighted bed nightlights are low. Heh.

Hope that answers it. Where do you stay?

My Soi Cowboy solo pull from Saturday night, tonight she gets to come to the condo:

Barko, you are a snob.

[QUOTE=Naughty]Barko, you are a snob.[/QUOTE]"Now that's quick. Have you always been this quick, or is this something new?"

Thanks Naughty. Somebody out there has to do it, might as well be me. I'm old as dirt and WTF I deserve it.

[QUOTE=Barko]Hope that answers it. Where do you stay?[/QUOTE]

I stay at the Westin, Sheraton or Meridien. All "blind eye guest friendly" in my experience. I haven't found them to be snobbish to me or my guests. I also wouldn't categorize them as HiSo which is why I was trying to understand better your comment.

I can't imagine a girl heading back to Soi Cowboy the next night 'he took me to the Sheraton' and all the girls drooling so I am not sure how staying in these places scores you big with the girls.

[QUOTE=Barko]
Go ahead call me a snob, you did ask though.
For my guys, it's the Grande Centre Point Ratchadamri one bedroom, ;):[/QUOTE]

I second this - outstanding property, free wifi, good coffee shop (excellent pastries and cakes), lap size pool and good gym, really nice rooms. And close to BTS, MBK, Siam Paragon (all the hi-so hotties :) )

Just a little pricier than the standard Sukhumvit haunts.

I noticed I booked a room for 1 person, but it is it the same price booking the same room for 2 persons. Can this be a problem if I bring a girl back to the hotel?

[QUOTE=Tommyh80]I noticed I booked a room for 1 person, but it is it the same price booking the same room for 2 persons. Can this be a problem if I bring a girl back to the hotel?[/QUOTE]

Depends on hotel. Always book for Mr. and Mrs. or Mr. and guest....

[QUOTE=Barko]<cut>
If you need more Millennium info, here:

[URL]http://www.millenniumhotels.com/th/grandmillenniumsukhumvitbangkok/[/URL]
<cut>

BTW: The brunch at the Millennium yesterday was outstanding, starting with single ice blocked Estonian vodka and Caspian Sea caviar, (all you can consume of course) and ending with a very nice flourish, an ice cream chef that hand dips custom colors & flavors with nuts & hand made whipped cream to resemble popular sushi. (You get your own personal guide and sommelier to show you what's what throughout.) Lots of outstanding imported seafood and chops. Rack of lamb, Beef Bourguignon made with real French Burgundy, and two prime rib stations, one "bleu" (still mooing) and one medium rare+. Many customizable salad and bread combinations as well. Lots of snarky looking Japanese dudes there with haughtily creeped out over the top gelled spiky hairdos, their golf club bags awaiting in the foyer.

etc.[/QUOTE]
Barko,

Thanks, I made my Millenium Booking for very near future.
Look forward to taking my girl to the sumptuous feast too.

Its also a pleasure to read post from you in basically normal English for a normal subject. I don't miss all that hyped up funny talk (I don't even know what its called) ;)

Will shortly be in Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son, so might be looking for special things out of ordinary for "pai thiao" in a non mongering sense. Probably have done most of the standard Touristy things in Chiang Mai.
Any special suggestions?

Obviously my girl will want to see the baby Panda.

In Mae Hong Sorn we go for the spectacular Calcite crystal cave Tham Kaew Komol and visit also Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu.

Sorry folks, I probably should move some of this post to Chiang Mai thread, but as it doesn't relate to sex mongering, thought no harm to leave it here.

Mick L

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Obviously my girl will want to see the baby Panda.[/QUOTE]

As I am the Rabbit, I know the girls call you the Panda. So as a point of clarification.... your girl will want to see your baby panda or she will only want to see the newborn panda in the zoo?

:D :D

I liked Baantawai (seen it spelled baantawai and Ban Tawai) have you hit that up yet? South West... down Chiangmai - Hod Rd (Rt 108)

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]As I am the Rabbit, I know the girls call you the Panda. So as a point of clarification.... your girl will want to see your baby panda or she will only want to see the newborn panda in the zoo?

:D :D

I liked Baantawai (seen it spelled baantawai and Ban Tawai) have you hit that up yet? South West... down Chiangmai - Hod Rd (Rt 108)[/QUOTE]
The zoo of course!
There's nothing baby sized about me. ;)

Not an elephant, not a mouse, so Panda is about right.

I have done handicrafts places before.
I have to stay absolutely clear of any Jewelery places of course!

Barko,

Thanks for the tip. Do you know if there is an option to pay a higher upgrade fee to an Executive Room with access to the Lounge?

Cheers,

Rambis

[quote=rambis youth]do you know if there is an option to play a higher upgrade fee to an executive room with access to the lounge?[/quote]hey rambis,

i'll just bet that there is. be prepared to pay an extra 1100 baht or more though. i have a buddy going in there later this week, will have him do a check.

keep in mind that using the other wotif secret deal available on that page (for 2999 baht) really is a great deal too, this has breakfast for two included, normally it's 800 per person.

btw, the executive lounge did have some real cute attendants when i checked it out and there was no one in there but the two girls and me, nice. but for some reason they didn't think i was very funny. until i came back dressed correctly. (very often i book stuff on the fly and seriously at the last second, no time to print out a voucher for the front desk. so i talk them into letting me use the exec lounge to print the thing, and the receptionist powers up my normal keycard to give me exec floor access. heh. all i really need is the booking #, which i could easily write down, but this gives me club access. am i bad or what? )

the exec club rooms are exactly the same as the grand deluxe, just on the exec floor. if you plan on using their computers, don't, they are the slowest clunky junkers in bangkok. very nice laser printers however.

all grand deluxe rooms have blisteringly fast internet, download speeds are sensational, but ftp uploads are seriously in the upper stratosphere for thailand: i was doing 1 gig zip files, five at a time, every 20 minutes. hello, that's fifteen gigs an hour. uploads? this alone is a great reason to stay there. hell, this alone is a great reason to live there!

more later.

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Barko,

Thanks, I made my Millenium Booking for very near future.
Look forward to taking my girl to the sumptuous feast too.
[/QUOTE]
The room has been good. Very comfortable beds and good view.

The evening buffet fell a bit short. I have had significantly better at lesser Hotels, like Century Park. Perhaps due to low season, the sushi was a bit inadequate, for example. My GF got all 5 Salmon slices and they did not replenish them later. I had to fall back to Tuna. They did have that silly crab-stick stuff (a bit low class for the sushi).
Some salads were good.
Did not seem to have any roasts. For hot food there was a fairly limited selection each of Chinese, Thai, Indian and Western dishes, cooked on request. GF had some Duck, I had fish which was rather ordinary.
Deserts were probably the best part.

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Did not seem to have any roasts.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the report.

Hey Mick, did you go for the 1700 Baht per person Sunday brunch? IMHO, the normal buffet isn't anything to write home about and after perusing it on Saturday evening, we simply gave it a pass. Sunday is the day. Using the hotel guest discount, the 15% off coupon, and skipping the wine, you can get it down to 1100 Baht. Still pricey, but good. We just went whole hog with the thing, teased the wait staff & some of the patrons quite a bit, and enjoyed that couple of hours immensely.

Oh well, next up is a test run of the Column Residence, it's just down the street and across Suk. Reviews say that the rooms are super nice. (Not Compass or Accor) Just hope it's GF!

Thanks for the GM hotel tip. Just booked 2 rooms for my brother and myself for early September. I usually just stay at Majestic Suites next to Nana, so this will be a fun change of pace. Afterward, we're heading to Krabi for scuba diving, and our room there is 500 baht a night;)

A question for those of you who have stayed at the Dynasty Grande.

Is it worth the little more it costs to book a Grande Deluxe room vs. the Deluxe room? I think it only costs like $6 more, but is it worth the difference?

Thanks

I often get upgraded to the better room, because I bring business associates there. I like the upgraded room, because I like sitting in the window seat while working on my computer. Other than that, there is just not much difference in rooms.

[QUOTE=Gaolei]I often get upgraded to the better room, because I bring business associates there. I like the upgraded room, because I like sitting in the window seat while working on my computer. Other than that, there is just not much difference in rooms.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the info.

I won't have a laptop, so probably go with the basic room.

[QUOTE=Gaolei]I often get upgraded to the better room, because I bring business associates there. I like the upgraded room, because I like sitting in the window seat while working on my computer. Other than that, there is just not much difference in rooms.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Redfield10]Thanks for the info.
I won't have a laptop, so probably go with the basic room.[/QUOTE]
You might enjoy sitting in the window seat while you get a BJ :D

I just book the Parkway Inn standard room with King bed for 1400baht/night including breakfast.

This will be my first experience with this place.

I usually stay at M.S.

The manager confirmed there is no joint fee.

Hopefully, thing will work out.

[QUOTE=Tratnguyen1]I just book the Parkway Inn standard room with King bed for 1400baht/night including breakfast.

This will be my first experience with this place.

I usually stay at M.S.

The manager confirmed there is no joint fee.

Hopefully, thing will work out.[/QUOTE]
Its only 1300 on the homepage.

[QUOTE=Tratnguyen1]I just book the Parkway Inn standard room with King bed for 1400baht/night including breakfast.

This will be my first experience with this place.

I usually stay at M.S.

The manager confirmed there is no joint fee.
[/QUOTE]

Is MS full and that's why you are staying there? Otherwise, I think you'd prefer to stay at MS if for same price. Parkway is clean but it's not really comparable. It's a slight downgrade although the people are really nice and the wifi is free.

[QUOTE=Rambis Youth]Barko,

Thanks for the tip. Do you know if there is an option to pay a higher upgrade fee to an Executive Room with access to the Lounge?

Cheers,

Rambis[/QUOTE]Upgrade confirmed: 1100 Baht upgrade to Executive Club floor. Wotif secret deal = 2499 Baht + 1100 Baht Exec upgrade = [b]3599[/b] (+120 Baht booking fee for entire stay) Includes breakfast, Internet, free stuff in the Club lounge all day, and a free evening cocktail for two.

Compare to the Grand Millennium online booking Exec Club rate = [b]6238[/b] Baht. (5300B + 938Tax)

That's a savings of over 2500 Baht per night. Not bad! ;)

[QUOTE=1Ball]You might enjoy sitting in the window seat while you get a BJ :D[/QUOTE]
YES! I will do that!

Thanks for the suggestion.

The single most importance difference, imo, is that the Deluxe room has the blackout curtains. From my few days in the regular rooms, it made a big difference.

[QUOTE=Gaolei]I often get upgraded to the better room, because I bring business associates there. I like the upgraded room, because I like sitting in the window seat while working on my computer. Other than that, there is just not much difference in rooms.[/QUOTE]

Thanks for checking it out.

[QUOTE=Barko]Upgrade confirmed: 1100 Baht upgrade to Executive Club floor. Wotif secret deal = 2499 Baht + 1100 Baht Exec upgrade = [b]3599[/b] (+120 Baht booking fee for entire stay) Includes breakfast, Internet, free stuff in the Club lounge all day, and a free evening cocktail for two.

Compare to the Grand Millennium online booking Exec Club rate = [b]6238[/b] Baht. (5300B + 938Tax)

That's a savings of over 2500 Baht per night. Not bad! ;)[/QUOTE]
On this stay, I took this upgrade deal. Its a bit more than I normally pay, but for just two nights, won't break the bank.

Thanks for the info.

[QUOTE=Artful]The single most importance difference, imo, is that the Deluxe room has the blackout curtains. From my few days in the regular rooms, it made a big difference.[/QUOTE]

Grand President..... got a good rate with deluxe suite at grand president. Registered as Guest with MULTIPLE friends... not kidding, told them upfront will have a lot of people over in Tower 2. So far NO girl has been asked for ID or stopped or question. After two days, currently 4 girls have keys to my room and then I have one also. Have three girls staying full time in the room, the maid with nice tip is giving us 5 towels a day and changing the bed sheets as often as we ask.

It is an old hotel but so far... they just laugh at me walking in with three to five girls at a time.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Grand President..... got a good rate with deluxe suite at grand president. Registered as Guest with MULTIPLE friends... not kidding, told them upfront will have a lot of people over in Tower 2. So far NO girl has been asked for ID or stopped or question. After two days, currently 4 girls have keys to my room and then I have one also. Have three girls staying full time in the room, the maid with nice tip is giving us 5 towels a day and changing the bed sheets as often as we ask.

It is an old hotel but so far... they just laugh at me walking in with three to five girls at a time.[/QUOTE]Do you have extra sac carryiong testosterone? Amazing! Bash on!!

The Parkway Inn cost 1400baht/night inluding breakfast.

Standard room King bed.

The Majestic suites price is 1570 baht/night

For a superior single room including breakfast.

Both are No joiner fee. I was in M. S. Before so I know that for sure at M. S.

Which hotel is better deal here?

Gotta warn you folks about Grand President... the little water hose to wash your bum... not know what you term it in english but you've all seen and know what they are.

The ones at Grand President carry enough power to shoot it up your bum and out your nose so be careful when you pull the trigger. Boy did I get a surprise this morning but it sure as shoot woke me up in a hurry :D:D

That wasn't a [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Health_faucet]Health Faucet[/url] but the garden hose. Didn't you notice the nice little plant next to the sink!

Serves you right though. What were you doing shooting water up your bum anyway? Don't you know any places to get an enema and a BJ at the same time?

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Gotta warn you folks about Grand President... the little water hose to wash your bum... not know what you term it in english but you've all seen and know what they are.

The ones at Grand President carry enough power to shoot it up your bum and out your nose so be careful when you pull the trigger. Boy did I get a surprise this morning but it sure as shoot woke me up in a hurry :D:D[/QUOTE]It's called a bum-gun. Next time, request low-calibre, or turn the tap pressure down. But I get the impression you enjoyed the free enema. :D

[QUOTE=Piper1]It's called a bum-gun. Next time, request low-calibre, or turn the tap pressure down. But I get the impression you enjoyed the free enema. :D[/QUOTE]
IMO, really the only way to clean up after doing one's business.

I wish one could find them everywhere. Toilet paper? How disgusting.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Grand President..... got a good rate with deluxe suite at grand president. Registered as Guest with MULTIPLE friends... not kidding, told them upfront will have a lot of people over in Tower 2. So far NO girl has been asked for ID or stopped or question. After two days, currently 4 girls have keys to my room and then I have one also. Have three girls staying full time in the room, the maid with nice tip is giving us 5 towels a day and changing the bed sheets as often as we ask.

It is an old hotel but so far... they just laugh at me walking in with three to five girls at a time.[/QUOTE]

Do not step in with only two girls under your arms or they think very bad of you!

[QUOTE=Bionicman]Do not step in with only two girls under your arms or they think very bad of you![/QUOTE]

I'm trying not to do this, last night was out with one girl and two girls ran into each other in the lobby waiting for me. :D Security guard came rushing out to report that there was an "incident" while I was away.

[QUOTE=Piper1]But I get the impression you enjoyed the free enema. :D[/QUOTE]

yeah it was great until i tasted it in my mouth....

[QUOTE=Tratnguyen1]The Parkway Inn cost 1400baht/night inluding breakfast.

Standard room King bed.

The Majestic suites price is 1570 baht/night

For a superior single room including breakfast.

Both are No joiner fee. I was in M. S. Before so I know that for sure at M. S.

Which hotel is better deal here?[/QUOTE]

MS is the better deal to me. The rooms aren't as nice in the Parkway. You also have to deal with the stairs there. It's quieter too at MS.

Thanks Master for your Input here.

I shall be staying at M. S. Again. I have No problem at M. S., but, I have to make sure I will have a Single superior room not Studio for this price. Other than that I shall be a Happy Camper (monger)

Hi Guys,

How is this hotel? Any recent reviews?

How does it compare with other hotels in the area like Dynasty Grande or Majestic Grande, etc?

Thanks!

[QUOTE=Monopoly]Hi Guys,

How is this hotel? Any recent reviews?

How does it compare with other hotels in the area like Dynasty Grande or Majestic Grande, etc?

Thanks![/QUOTE]


Dawin is a nice small hotel. Brand new. Nice staff. Food ok. Nice rooms, and bathrooms.

I stayed there for my last two trips to bkk. (May and July)

But I think next trip I will book the Dynasty Grande again.

The rooms are a lot bigger, and I like that.

Not big difference in Price Dawin/Dynasty Grande.

[QUOTE=Ken Orvik]Dawin is a nice small hotel. Brand new. Nice staff. Food ok. Nice rooms, and bathrooms.

I stayed there for my last two trips to bkk. (May and July)

But I think next trip I will book the Dynasty Grande again.

The rooms are a lot bigger, and I like that.

Not big difference in Price Dawin/Dynasty Grande.[/QUOTE]

Im going in September. I think the same, Dawin is really nice but the rooms in the Grande are much bigger. Think I will try the Grande once again. One thing that I felt last time I stayed at the Dawin was that there been a change outside the hotel. First time two years ago I could walk out of the hotel without a scamtaxidriver shouting at me. This year it felt a littlebit like outside the Grande, that the drivers are waiting for a farang to scam, with a smile and "where are you going". Maybe Im wrong.

PB

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Splashed out a bit and stayed in suites in both in the last month. Diamond (I think) in GS and Junior in Dream. Both around the same price, GS is my preference. Dream is OK, but in tower 2 (the one with the pool) no wi-fi in the rooms in and I can't figure out why the TV in the lounge is not in front of the couch. Both have comfy beds and big bathrooms (Dream bathroom was better with a big bath), Dream has cool blue lights and a very well stocked mini-bar (2 of them even! ). GS had a full kitchen with a big fridge for the 7-11 beers from next door.

Both totally GF, Dream took my girls ID when she first came up to meet me (alone) but once she had an access card they didn't bother her any more. GS didn't bother but she came in with me and I gave her a card to come and go.

GS has a separate check in area for Diamond/Platinum rooms where you can sit down, they bring you a refresher towel and drinks, and all the paperwork. Emailed them for an early check-in, the reply was I would have to pay but I just turned up at about 9am and got in early with no problem. Dream gave me a late check-out + 2 hours extra for a bit more $.

GS is a very short walk to NP, Biergarten and to Nana BTS. Dream is a bit further to Asoke and Cowboy but still pretty close. Dream was way cheaper when booked through Agoda than on their website (about $40/night cheaper). GS was the same price on their website and Agoda. Next time may try the Presidents/Citadines etc as they seem to have the same facilities at a lower price.

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Recently had the misfortune to lose my wallet. Not exactly sure how but when exiting a taxi.

Fortunately was staying at the very friendly Livingstone's Lodge. They were able to tide me over with some cash till my emergency VISA Card arrived. Sometimes helps to be a regularly well known customer.

I also recently tried the Admiral Premier on Soi 23 sub-soi. Very close to Soi Cowboy, included free Wifi breakfast included etc. and a very good room with desk, large fridge and microwave. Price around 2300 including taxes from Agoda. Only down side was ISG site was blocked on the internet, and taxis don't know this place well.

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Recently had the misfortune to lose my wallet. Not exactly sure how but when exiting a taxi.

Fortunately was staying at the very friendly Livingstone's Lodge. They were able to tide me over with some cash till my emergency VISA Card arrived. Sometimes helps to be a regularly well known customer.

I also recently tried the Admiral Premier on Soi 23 sub-soi. Very close to Soi Cowboy, included free Wifi breakfast included etc. and a very good room with desk, large fridge and microwave. Price around 2300 including taxes from Agoda. Only down side was ISG site was blocked on the internet, and taxis don't know this place well.[/QUOTE]Very very cool thing for LL to do! Amazing really, I mean think about it, you're in Bangkok for crap's sake, where else is that going to happen? ;)

Thank you for the heads up on the Admiral Soap Fan, GF I presume? What was the condition of the room you had? New or old? Anything worn, torn or airborne? How would you compare it to the Millennium at 2500+ Baht?

I booked the Dynasty Grande via Agoda using my US Bank visa card and they charged 3%. I don't recall that happenning the other times I booked. I'm in the US. Anyone else have this happen?

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Recently had the misfortune to lose my wallet. Not exactly sure how but when exiting a taxi.

Fortunately was staying at the very friendly Livingstone's Lodge. They were able to tide me over with some cash till my emergency VISA Card arrived. Sometimes helps to be a regularly well known customer.

I also recently tried the Admiral Premier on Soi 23 sub-soi. Very close to Soi Cowboy, included free Wifi breakfast included etc. and a very good room with desk, large fridge and microwave. Price around 2300 including taxes from Agoda. Only down side was ISG site was blocked on the internet, and taxis don't know this place well.[/QUOTE]

I already booked a single superior room at 1570baht/night including breakfast. I know what to expect from the Majestic suite and this is my fifth time with M. S. Just Can't wait for heading to Bangkok again.

[QUOTE=Redfield10]I booked the Dynasty Grande via Agoda using my US Bank visa card and they charged 3%. I don't recall that happenning the other times I booked. I'm in the US. Anyone else have this happen?[/QUOTE]

Most credit cards charge a 3% currency conversion fee. That is likely the case here.

[QUOTE=Howman]Most credit cards charge a 3% currency conversion fee. That is likely the case here.[/QUOTE]

Merchants will tack on 3% to offset the cost that the bank charges them for the credit card. Your bank will then tack on another 1 1/2 to 3% for a "foreign transaction" fee. Capitol one is one of the only cards that does not add on a fee. The merchant "should" tell you the are adding on a credit card fee, I always ask up front so there is no suprise, as to your credit card company, read the fine print ;)

Hi Everyone

Will be making my 1st trip across to BKK from the 18th.

I'm having fun just looking at everyone's reports.

It's probably going to be a to center trip, 4 days in BKK and 4 in Pattaya.

I am trying to use hotels out.

Can anyone confirm Grand Sukhumvit is G/F and is a good choice of hotel and more importantly location.

Any recomendations for Pattaya?

I apprieciate we all have different "must haves" on our list, but so long as the main things are covered I am cool.

Coming from Bahrain in the Middle East things have slowed down dramatically because of Ramadan.

It will be good to go and have a beer again.

Thanks Guy & Take care out there.

J

[QUOTE=Barko]Very very cool thing for LL to do! Amazing really, I mean think about it, you're in Bangkok for crap's sake, where else is that going to happen? ;)

Thank you for the heads up on the Admiral Soap Fan, GF I presume? What was the condition of the room you had? New or old? Anything worn, torn or airborne? How would you compare it to the Millennium at 2500+ Baht?[/QUOTE]
Yes, Admiral seemed to be GF. I had no problem ;)
Admiral was a little cheaper than the Grand Millenium special.
Room was a similar size to Millenium room, bed not quite as soft but still very comfortable. Bathroom good including full bath. Large fridge. Good blackout curtains and quiet. I didn't notice anything worn, torn, or airborne, without being particularly vigilant. Room seemed modern and not old. Big flat screen TV. I would guess that this hotel would get fairly good reviews. Pretty girl on reception too.

Free internet and free breakfast was included.
Breakfast was fairly basic so not too Millenium standard but O.K. considering included. Breakfast room is a bit cramped and no pastries (good for my figure :)).

So really a few blocked web sites was the only thing that irritated me a little. There are nearby free wifi spots at Soi 23 pubs.

Food and dining would be the weakness of this Hotel, so eat somewhere else other than included breakfast. So where I am very happy to dine at Livingstone's in evening, I would not at Admiral. ChokChai steakhouse is very close by, several pubs, and quite a few cheap Thai food restaurants.

Location is slightly strange if you don't use a Map to see exact location.

[url]http://www.agoda.com/asia/thailand/bangkok/admiral_premier_hotel.html[/url]

[url]http://www.admiralpremier.com/[/url]

Map:
[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&gl=au&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044a593b4e00593545f&ll=13.740573,100.565897&spn=0.006524,0.012134&z=17[/url]

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Location is slightly strange if you don't use a Map to see exact location.[/QUOTE]Hi Soap Fan,

Thank you so much for your detailed information. This is exceptionally perfect timing for me and I am much obliged. Sounds very good really, will definitely give a go then.

Thanks! ;)

I very seldom use C. C. For hotel charges in Majestic suite. The hotel exchange rate is very poor plus a 2% transaction fee from the C. C.

The Best deal is getting bahts from the ATM. And save a minimum 10% on the bills.

On the other hands, at some MP. When I use C. C. And the place charges in baht to C. C., I will receive a good usd to baht exchange.

The ATM exchange rate is the best wholesale worldwide.

Hey everybody

Just booked Royal Asia Lodge for two nights, for the Queen Suite (78m2) for 3600thb all in. Seems pretty reasonable comparatively, and was cheaper directly from their website than from other providers like booking.com.

I know it'll be GF, but just wondering if anyone's had any recent experiences there...quality, staff friendliness etc?

Read some ropey reports after I'd clicked confirm but searched the threads here and read some positive stuff so just enquiring about very recent visits?

Thanks,

Mr B

I found quite nice for the value when i stayed there in nov 2006 so I've decided to go back there next month for the 1st 2 nights of my Thailand trip.

it is GF!!

[QUOTE=Johnd2311]Hi Everyone

Will be making my 1st trip across to BKK from the 18th.

I'm having fun just looking at everyone's reports.

It's probably going to be a to center trip, 4 days in BKK and 4 in Pattaya.

I am trying to use hotels out.

Can anyone confirm Grand Sukhumvit is G/F and is a good choice of hotel and more importantly location.

Any recomendations for Pattaya?

I apprieciate we all have different "must haves" on our list, but so long as the main things are covered I am cool.

Coming from Bahrain in the Middle East things have slowed down dramatically because of Ramadan.

It will be good to go and have a beer again.

Thanks Guy & Take care out there.

J[/QUOTE]Assume you are talking Grand Sukhumvit on Soi 6. See my post a few days back. 100% GF, within 5 minutes to NP/Biergarten/Eden etc, less than that to Nana BTS, with a 7/11 almost next door. A bit pricey but suites are nice, comfortable and big.

Although I'm not going to stay here it sounds a good place to pop into for a meal & a drink. I quite fancy a Thai meal after reading the menu. Do you have to eat the Thai dishes in the Thai restaurant or can you have them in the bar, by the pool etc ?

[QUOTE=Paulcorr]Although I'm not going to stay here it sounds a good place to pop into for a meal & a drink. I quite fancy a Thai meal after reading the menu. Do you have to eat the Thai dishes in the Thai restaurant or can you have them in the bar, by the pool etc ?[/QUOTE]
Most people eat by the pool. You can eat at the bar or in the sports bar (aircon) if you choose.

There is a Thai menu (extensive) as well as a western menu.
I had Argentinian steaks (I don't recommend Thai beef for a steak) there the other day as a change from Thai food. Not the cheapest item but were really good.

When ordering Thai food (normally), I mostly order seafood (fish, oysters, king prawns, crab etc.). I am sure the other dishes are fine, but for me, seafood is great for enjoyment and helping keep the weight off.

Be careful ordering too many dishes. The serves at Livingstone's are a lot bigger than standard Thai serves.

P.S. I try to leave room to sample Auntie Guido's Apfelstrudel (or is it strussel - I'm not sure).
So eating Thai appetizer and main followed by western dessert, is my preferred approach.

If you have no dinner partner, a pretty girl or two to join you can easily be found at the sports bar ;) Of course this will increase the bill, but I don't like to eat alone :(
Normally Thai girls will prefer to eat Thai food, which is good as its cheaper.

I'm looking to stay there. I saw a rate of 1500 baht for studio, sounds pretty good, it's GF isn't it, any recommendations?

[QUOTE=Berny X]I'm looking to stay there. I saw a rate of 1500 baht for studio, sounds pretty good, it's GF isn't it, any recommendations? [/QUOTE]Yeah, GF, they just check ID's, sometimes they take them til the girl leaves.

The rooms aren't bad, clean, and the sliding LCD TV is trick. I just don't like the horseshit they put you through on check in and out there. Sign this, sign that, now wait over there, OK, now sign this thing over here too. It's a little far down the Soi from Suk, but they do have a tuk-tuk shuttle (that I happened to miss every freakin time.) Some guys like this place a lot, for me it was just a one shot deal.

Bar & restaurant are good, all in all you could do a lot worse for 1500 Baht.

[QUOTE=Barko]Yeah, GF, they just check ID's, sometimes they take them til the girl leaves.

The rooms aren't bad, clean, and the sliding LCD TV is trick. I just don't like the horseshit they put you through on check in and out there. Sign this, sign that, now wait over there, OK, now sign this thing over here too. It's a little far down the Soi from Suk, but they do have a tuk-tuk shuttle (that I happened to miss every freakin time.) Some guys like this place a lot, for me it was just a one shot deal.

Bar & restaurant are good, all in all you could do a lot worse for 1500 Baht.[/QUOTE]


What would be your choice?

I would also consider Citadines Soi 23.
Studio exec with b/f 1478 + taxes at Agoda.
Internet avail but not free.

Here is a good option if no need for a pool.
Silq Hotel Sukhumvit Soi 19 (4 stars on Agoda).
[url]http://www.agoda.com/asia/thailand/bangkok/silq_bangkok_hotel.html[/url]
THB 1571+ taxes
gets breakfast and free wifi

maybe worth upgrade to Superior 1869++ to get
in room safe, coffee maker 22 Sq.m
But then again, this would then be very comparable to Livingstone's which does include a pool.

Four Wings (Soi 26) seems a very good price including pool and Gym but Internet not complimentary.
Deluxe 34 sq. m with b/f was 1571+ taxes.

Shit, I really like the prices with low season and bad economy.
The bars and MPs are teaming with pretty girls and not enough customers too :D Bliss!

What about Manhatten Soi 15 (V close to Suk)? Close to Asoke BTS too. Has everything except internet not free, with b/f at THB1433+ taxes.
I might go for this one or Silq, or Citadines 23 as I like to be close to MRT (I wonder why?) as well as to BTS.
Options, options!

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]I would also consider Citadines Soi 23.
Studio exec with b/f 1478 + taxes at Agoda.
Internet avail but not free.[/QUOTE]

Citadines Soi 23 had an uppity attitude to the bar girls and to me.... the hotel is not that nice... the front desk staff very not friendly... Citadines on soi 11 is much better and more friendlier but not near Cowboy (but near other things and not that far away). Same prices at the time I stayed....

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]
Shit, I really like the prices with low season and bad economy.
The bars and MPs are teaming with pretty girls and not enough customers too :D Bliss![/QUOTE]

So your experience has been that besides hotels there are other deals to be had as well?

[QUOTE=Pita123]So your experience has been that besides hotels there are other deals to be had as well?[/QUOTE]

Much better girls for the price as before. I have not got much better deals on the girls but I am not pushing to be a CC, I just get better performers for the same old prices... And much better looking girls IMHO...

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Citadines Soi 23 had an uppity attitude to the bar girls and to me.... the hotel is not that nice... the front desk staff very not friendly... Citadines on soi 11 is much better and more friendlier but not near Cowboy (but near other things and not that far away). Same prices at the time I stayed....[/QUOTE]
Noted.
Is that a "not quite GF"
or not "multiple girl friendly"?
Sorry. I'm embarassed now to be joining the frivolous group.
So scratch that question. I'll scratch Cita 23.

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Noted.
Is that a "not quite GF"
or not "multiple girl friendly"?[/QUOTE]

I stayed in Citadines Soi 11 in April and it was very GF. Took 2 girls up and nobody even asked for ID. Nice rooms. Just next to Grand President and much better in my opinion as a lot of rooms in GP are very worn now. Very new and has nice Australian bar across the road. Booked to stay again next month.

Nice desk and free internet, though cabled not wireless. Little bit annoying as couldn't use internet on my iPhone.

JohnTheScot

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Noted.
Is that a "not quite GF"
or not "multiple girl friendly"?
Sorry. I'm embarassed now to be joining the frivolous group.
So scratch that question. I'll scratch Cita 23.[/QUOTE]

It's a tough question, the hotel was not exactly GF and it was not really "not quite GF" either. The front desk staff looked down on the girls and were not helpful at all at Soi 23. They did not like the revolving door of girls I had also.

[QUOTE=Johnthescot]I stayed in Citadines Soi 11 in April and it was very GF. Took 2 girls up and nobody even asked for ID. Nice rooms. Just next to Grand President and much better in my opinion as a lot of rooms in GP are very worn now. Very new and has nice Australian bar across the road. Booked to stay again next month.

JohnTheScot[/QUOTE]

I agree the one on Soi 11 was very GF, the place was enjoyable. However GP the Deluxe Suites or whatever you call it in the Tower 2 are still better, the price I get is about 2600 I think per night at Tower 2. Citidines was 1400 before for their junior suite or something like that. Great offer IMHO. However... Citidines is like everyone else, after they are open a while they up their rates so I don't think we will get 1400 per night for much longer.

Admiral Suites Bangkok
Suk Soi 22 (corrected from 20)
[url]http://www.admiralsuites.com/[/url]

Superior Studio Internet Rate 1,799 Baht
Comfortable room with King size bed, large safe, walk-in closet, separate working area, Wega TV, CD player with stereo, fully equipped kitchenette with large refrigerator, microwave oven, dining table and a large glass sliding door to balcony
*Free daily breakfast *Free unlimited Internet access
• Maximum 2 Persons per room in existing beds
Plus 1 Child under 12 years old (in existing beds)
• Rates are per room in Thailand Baht (THB),
inclusive 7% VAT and 10% Service charge

Has a pool and gym.

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Admiral Suites Bangkok
Suk Soi 20
[url]http://www.admiralsuites.com/[/url].[/QUOTE]

It's on 22 not 20. It is half way up, need motorbike to get up and down. Not near anything much else. Rooms are not that nice. You can find much better for the same rate then this place. It is same booking company as the President Groups, Adelphi and others....

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]Admiral Suites Bangkok
Suk Soi 20
[url]http://www.admiralsuites.com/[/url]
[/QUOTE]

Looks like a great alternative. Do you know if it is GF??

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]It's on 22 not 20. It is half way up, need motorbike to get up and down. Not near anything much else. Rooms are not that nice. You can find much better for the same rate then this place. It is same booking company as the President Groups, Adelphi and others....[/QUOTE]
I slipped up there. Yep about 550m down Soi 22. Probably no worse than Citadines Soi 11 regarding distance in Soi.
You had better list the good alternatives for same price including B/F, free internet, pool, gym, King bed, kitchenette, etc.
Note the price included taxes.
I struggle to get this price with all these facilities that I am looking for.

I shall be staying at the Majestic suite for the fifth consecutive time later this year. It may not be the best deal in lower soi Sukhumvit road 1570baht/night for a superior single room including breakfast. However, I was always pleased with the hotel friendly staff, very clean room, the A/C. Well sufficient, and of course GF. And it is just around the corner from NEP.

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]I slipped up there. Yep about 550m down Soi 22. Probably no worse than Citadines Soi 11 regarding distance in Soi.
You had better list the good alternatives for same price including B/F, free internet, pool, gym, King bed, kitchenette, etc.
Note the price included taxes.
I struggle to get this price with all these facilities that I am looking for.[/QUOTE]

Well, i get a better price at Citidines and get the same thing if not better.

Livingstones has a rate of what 1800 and has the better wifi service IMHO and the beds are better. LL does not have the gym of course or the kitchenette. But it's not far to MP's or bars :D

Plus for a little more you can get a full one bedroom suite at some places.

I used to live at the top of Soi 22 and this place really is more then 550 meter. It is a good trek up the road. And nothing around, you can hike it to Titanium at the bottom of soi 22, hike over to Tops for food market, but in the area it is lacking a lot of items. I just think that Compass Hospitality which overseas Admiral and others has better offers / locations / pricing then this one on 22.

I have stayed here one day with an old TGF before and they had no problem with us in the rooms so it is GF. I just was not impressed with the location or the rooms.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]
I used to live at the top of Soi 22 and this place really is more then 550 meter. It is a good trek up the road. And nothing around, you can hike it to Titanium at the bottom of soi 22, hike over to Tops for food market, but in the area it is lacking a lot of items. [/QUOTE]
The Admiral Suites Location Map shows Admiral Suites as just past Grand Mecure Park Avenue. Is this in fact quite wrong? Shows as about 550m on Google Maps. Wouldn't be first time a Hotel doesn't know their own location, or lies about it.
[url]http://www.admiralsuites.com/z1035/location.html[/url]

This other Map seems to agree though:
[url]http://www.bangkok-maps.com/frameme.php?page=bangkoksukhumvit.htm[/url]

Citadines 11 seems to offer a comparible deal including free internet in room and b/f at Agoda for 1521 + taxes which takes it to a very similar price to Admiral Suites.
Livingstones is just a little higher at 1800 + taxes, however with ISG discount for multiple days and a post, will be competitive if don't need a Gym.
Sexercise instead, right?

Livingstone's has the advantage of being closer to MRT and Soi Cowboy than either Admiral Suites or Citadines 11, which matters to me sometimes ;) If in a hurry, I even catch a motorcycle through back Sois.

But when with GF, Citadines 11 will be well worth trying, as we have stayed at Grand president Soi 11 many times and its virtually next door. It appears to be about 450m down the Soi.

I was impressed by Hopeland Serviced Apartments on Soi 24, not long ago. Very close to Asia Herb Assoc Spa, Lemongrass restaurant and numerous Oilies. Standard Double 28 Sq.m THB1842+ taxes incl internet and b/f.
Only weakness was 400m down Soi.
I think I paid a little more for the 40 Sq.m studio though.
An extra 500 Baht can be worth it. Depends on whether alone or with an important girl, or ... ;) One thing I know. Nice Thai girls are not really impressed by crap hotel rooms, so I never go too budget-oriented these days. On the other hand I don't want to waste money on a 5 star place like Hilton Millenium, Shangri-La, Oriental etc. that are not even in a good location.

These distances 400-550m down the Soi don't really matter much except when its pelting with heavy rain, or burning hot, or you are very pushed for time, or in bad physical shape.
O.K. Mouth of the Soi is better. Livingstones is only about 150m down the Soi and that seems quite enough!

I have booked 10 nigths at President Solitaire Hotel & Spa Bangkok in Sukhumvit Soi 11, but was thinking I did a terrible mistake since it is far from the Nana action.

Should I cancel the reservation and book Nana Hotel?

[QUOTE=Soap Fan]The Admiral Suites Location Map shows Admiral Suites as just past Grand Mecure Park Avenue. Is this in fact quite wrong? Shows as about 550m on Google Maps. Wouldn't be first time a Hotel doesn't know their own location, or lies about it. [/QUOTE]

I gotta walk it, Citideines 11 you can see Sukhumvit, That to me (as I just played pool at Hillaries across the street 10 minutes ago) seems to be much closer to Shukhumvit then Admiral. Citidines on Soi 11 is more like Imperial Queens park IMHO....

[QUOTE=Tommyh80]I have booked 10 nigths at President Solitaire Hotel & Spa Bangkok in Sukhumvit Soi 11, but was thinking I did a terrible mistake since it is far from the Nana action.

Should I cancel the reservation and book Nana Hotel?[/QUOTE]

Why not jut ask to rent one of the short time rooms upstairs in NEP for a few weeks? I mean why see anything in Bangkok outside of NEP?

[QUOTE=Tommyh80]I have booked 10 nigths at President Solitaire Hotel & Spa Bangkok in Sukhumvit Soi 11, but was thinking I did a terrible mistake since it is far from the Nana action.

Should I cancel the reservation and book Nana Hotel?[/QUOTE]

It's not that far. Plus you are better off being a little bit away from Soi 4, trust me.

[QUOTE=Crypton]It's not that far. Plus you are better off being a little bit away from Soi 4, trust me.[/QUOTE]

I agree - it's not that far and Soi 11 is a rather nice street with some good restaurants. About a 10 minute walk to NEP from where you are.

[QUOTE=Tommyh80]I have booked 10 nigths at President Solitaire Hotel & Spa Bangkok in Sukhumvit Soi 11, but was thinking I did a terrible mistake since it is far from the Nana action.

Should I cancel the reservation and book Nana Hotel?[/QUOTE]

It is right near it, do not worry, it is close to cowboy and nana and beer garden and new wave. Has German House, Australian house restaurants near this hotel, has Hillary's across the street for pool and drinks, is on a nice(r) soi in the nana area etc...

You can take cut through park hotel parking lot to reach beer garden, they even have a tuk tuk if you do not want to walk down the soi to the Sukhumvit (Nana BTS) etc... What are you going to get in a Nana Hotel except a gift that gives giving :D ?

You want to sex one girl then call out for another to come in then repeat like that then go to pattaya....

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]I gotta walk it, Citideines 11 you can see Sukhumvit, That to me (as I just played pool at Hillaries across the street 10 minutes ago) seems to be much closer to Shukhumvit then Admiral. Citidines on Soi 11 is more like Imperial Queens park IMHO....[/QUOTE]
Citadines 11 maybe be slightly closer to Sukhumvit that Admiral Suites but it looks close to the same on the Map:

[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&gl=au&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044a593b4e00593545f&ll=13.739177,100.561295&spn=0.023095,0.03459&z=15[/url]

Anyway I have enough energy for a short walk when not in a hurry.

My friends and I are planning a trip to Bangkok in early December. I have search through the internet for some new hotels situated at Sukhumvit and the name "Ibis Nana Bangkok" popped out. The price looks reasonable and the location is great. I just wanted to check whether anyone has tried the hotel and what would your rating be for the hotel in terms of GF, cleanliness, security and general services before I proceed to book.

Thanks in advance.

Cheers
normad2020

[QUOTE=Normad2020]My friends and I are planning a trip to Bangkok in early December. I have search through the internet for some new hotels situated at Sukhumvit and the name "Ibis Nana Bangkok" popped out. The price looks reasonable and the location is great. I just wanted to check whether anyone has tried the hotel and what would your rating be for the hotel in terms of GF, cleanliness, security and general services before I proceed to book.

Thanks in advance.

Cheers
normad2020[/QUOTE]
A budget Hotel but newish. Expect the mattress to be very firm (a cheap one). No pool.
I haven't stayed there but used to stay at Grand Business Inn so I know a lot about hard mattresses :(

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]A budget Hotel but newish. Expect the mattress to be very firm (a cheap one). No pool.
I haven't stayed there but used to stay at Grand Business Inn so I know a lot about hard mattresses :([/QUOTE]
Who the F..k is this writing this report??

A new guy with 3500 plus reports??

Is this you Soap Fan?

Why the name change??

SEAJ

[QUOTE=Normad2020]My friends and I are planning a trip to Bangkok in early December. I have search through the internet for some new hotels situated at Sukhumvit and the name "Ibis Nana Bangkok" popped out. The price looks reasonable and the location is great. I just wanted to check whether anyone has tried the hotel and what would your rating be for the hotel in terms of GF, cleanliness, security and general services before I proceed to book.

Thanks in advance.

Cheers
normad2020[/QUOTE]

It's good for the price you pay. It's clean, secure and relatively new, which is more than you can say about a lot of hotels in that price range. But there is some downside. The biggest turn off for me is the tiny (and I do mean tiny) size of the rooms. They are among the smallest hotel rooms I've seen in a facility run by a major hotel chain. Walls are thin - you can hear every sound from the rooms on either side. The furnishings aren't hospitality grade. They looks OK now because the hotel hasn't been in business for very long, but they will get very scruffy fast. Also, it's quite a hike down the soi. The hotel's tuk tuk will take you to Nana station, but you're on your own getting back.

Evil

[QUOTE=SE Asia Joe]Who the F..k is this writing this report??

A new guy with 3500 plus reports??

Is this you Soap Fan?

Why the name change??

SEAJ[/QUOTE]
If I told you the truth you probably wouldn't believe it.
The result was not really what was intended.
Mick L

[QUOTE=SE Asia Joe]Who the F..k is this writing this report??

A new guy with 3500 plus reports??

Is this you Soap Fan?

Why the name change??

SEAJ[/QUOTE]SEAJ,

M P Lurker is Mick licker a senior member and a bangkok MP expert, you need to post another 1500 report to keep up with him.

Fast Eddie 48

I am coming to BKK at the end of September to get away from China National Day week long holiday horrors.

I am looking for an inexpensive and clean place close by but not too close to the Sukhumvit attractions.

I've stayed at Livingstones (which was very nice and friendly) and also at some much less expensive places such as Federal and Woriburi in the past. I want to try something new.

Has anyone tried the Darjelling on Soi 18? It has good reviews and is only 1400B/night including breakfast and Wifi. It is supposed to be very quiet inside and very close (<300m from ASOK MTS station)

Most importantly, is it girl friendly??? It is very gf and close to Soi Cowboy according to a single report on this forum. I spelled the name wrong in my search....

Darjelling Boutique

Sukhumvit 18 Bangkok
390/35-36 Sukhumvit Soi 18,
Bangkok 10110,
Thailand

[QUOTE=Yellow Fever #2]
Has anyone tried the Darjelling on Soi 18? It has good reviews and is only 1400B/night including breakfast and Wifi. It is supposed to be very quiet inside and very close (<300m from ASOK MTS station)
[/QUOTE]
I don't know anything about Darjelling, but a friend highly recommended budget Baan Hotel Sukhumvit on Soi 18 and on Soi 20 (very close to Sukhumvit Road).
[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&gl=au&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044a593b4e00593545f&ll=13.734307,100.563499&spn=0.001295,0.002146&z=19[/url]

Here is a super deal at Latestays including taxes and breakfast ande free wifi (no pool I guess):
[url]http://www.latestays.com/baan-sukhumvit-inn/[/url]

I might also try Darjelling as location is very close to Asoke BTS and reviews look O.K.
[url]http://www.thethailandlifestyle.com/Darjelling/map.htm[/url]
[url]http://darjellingboutique.com/index.html[/url]

I see Joesin indicated GF and was happy:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=836120&postcount=761[/url]

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]If I told you the truth you probably wouldn't believe it.
The result was not really what was intended.
Mick L[/QUOTE]

Sounds like another one of those thread combination/split type of errors.

Anyone have info on the Regency Park? The location and price looks good, but I haven't found any reviews here.

Thanks

Thanks EP....small room might not be a good idea if threesome is intended. In that case I might look at "The Key" near Asok BTS. Any advise?

Thanks in advance.

Cheers
normad2020


[QUOTE=Evil Penivel]It's good for the price you pay. It's clean, secure and relatively new, which is more than you can say about a lot of hotels in that price range. But there is some downside. The biggest turn off for me is the tiny (and I do mean tiny) size of the rooms. They are among the smallest hotel rooms I've seen in a facility run by a major hotel chain. Walls are thin - you can hear every sound from the rooms on either side. The furnishings aren't hospitality grade. They looks OK now because the hotel hasn't been in business for very long, but they will get very scruffy fast. Also, it's quite a hike down the soi. The hotel's tuk tuk will take you to Nana station, but you're on your own getting back.

Evil[/QUOTE]

Thanks MPL. Evil mentioned that the wall is very thin and the room is small. On top of what you said about cheap and firm mattress, we might give it a miss and stay at "The Key", which is near to Asok BTS and short walking distance to Soi Cowboy.....etc. I believe the price is about the same.

Cheers
normad2020


[QUOTE=M P Lurker]A budget Hotel but newish. Expect the mattress to be very firm (a cheap one). No pool.
I haven't stayed there but used to stay at Grand Business Inn so I know a lot about hard mattresses :([/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Normad2020]Thanks MPL. Evil mentioned that the wall is very thin and the room is small. On top of what you said about cheap and firm mattress, we might give it a miss and stay at "The Key", which is near to Asok BTS and short walking distance to Soi Cowboy.....etc. I believe the price is about the same.

Cheers
normad2020[/QUOTE]
Thought reports about the Key were not that good, but I haven't stayed there. You could easily do a thread search for Key.

Here is AT2's guide to very cheap.
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=722600&postcount=3692[/url]

Otherwise try some other recommended places.

Here is one bad report on the Key:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=859251&postcount=910[/url]

There may have been others.

I have read some good reports on majestic suites but some have said that it have pretty small room. Does anyone know what is the square footage so I can compare it against the other good hotels mentioned here?

I like the majestic suites because of the location and I don't really need a pool since I never use them.

[QUOTE=Csun213]I have read some good reports on majestic suites but some have said that it have pretty small room. Does anyone know what is the square footage so I can compare it against the other good hotels mentioned here?

I like the majestic suites because of the location and I don't really need a pool since I never use them.[/QUOTE]
I don't KNOW the square footage, but, having stayed in several I would guess that they are on the order of 18-24 square meters, depending on the class of the room. The rooms are quite small, but the quality of the furnishings and amenities are excellent for the price point. The built in closet and bathroom and sleeping area make quite efficient use of space - but there really is very little unused area at all.

Think of a queen bed, a dresser/desk, and a closet with drawers, and only a couple of feet to spare around the bed on any side. The bathrooms have a combined tub with the shower. The sleeping/living area is maybe half the size of the rooms in more upscale places like the Majestic Grande or Dynasty Grande

Hi all,

I want to rent an apartment in Bangkok for two months. January February 2010. I found some websites with apartments but they look rather 'expensive', say round sukhumvit not below 25.000/month for a 1 bedroom apartment. Anybody out there who knows if there are cheaper appartments out there for farang or that I just have to pay?

I think there was a day a few years ago when the MSuites rooms were a good deal. I see they've upped their prices now and, yes, the rooms are small. Also, a possible negative ( it is to me) is that if they give you a room in the back, you will face the rear of Nana Plaza,and, yes you will hear it unti they close!!!

I am at the point where I'd rather spend $20 more a night and get a nicer room at places like the Dynasty Grande. In fact,to play a little game with yourself, you could book a cheap hotel that is still acceptable for maybe 20% of your trip and the enjoy a place like the Dynasty Grande for the rest of your trip and be happier than staying at the Majestic Suites the whole time (for the same total price) my opinion.

That's the great thing about what used to exist..a free market economy...

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]Thought reports about the Key were not that good, but I haven't stayed there. You could easily do a thread search for Key.

Here is AT2's guide to very cheap.
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=722600&postcount=3692[/url]

Otherwise try some other recommended places.

Here is one bad report on the Key:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=859251&postcount=910[/url]

There may have been others.[/QUOTE]

Thanks MPL for the additional information. In fact I have stayed at "The Key" sometime early this year (business trip) and the rooms though have no windows are quite comfortable. This time round I have to arrange for a group of us (6 including myself), so I have to check with the management of "The Key" whether they can put us all on the same floor.....hehehe as I wanted to suggest to my friends for some "switch and dip" as a variance to the game....

Cheers
normad2020


[QUOTE=M P Lurker]Thought reports about the Key were not that good, but I haven't stayed there. You could easily do a thread search for Key.

Here is AT2's guide to very cheap.
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=722600&postcount=3692[/url]

Otherwise try some other recommended places.

Here is one bad report on the Key:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=859251&postcount=910[/url]

There may have been others.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Barko]Upgrade confirmed: 1100 Baht upgrade to Executive Club floor. Wotif secret deal = 2499 Baht + 1100 Baht Exec upgrade = [b]3599[/b] (+120 Baht booking fee for entire stay) Includes breakfast, Internet, free stuff in the Club lounge all day, and a free evening cocktail for two.

Compare to the Grand Millennium online booking Exec Club rate = [b]6238[/b] Baht. (5300B + 938Tax)

That's a savings of over 2500 Baht per night. Not bad! ;)[/QUOTE]

Confirm that this upgrade was completed at check-in?

Cheers, Y

[QUOTE=Mike Asian]Anyone have info on the Regency Park? The location and price looks good, but I haven't found any reviews here.

Thanks[/QUOTE]

I stayed there about 10 years back. No idea about GF but a basic clean hotel in a fairly good location if you like Cowboy. Smallish pool on roof. OK value at 1400 baht on Wotif.com - certainly don't pay any more than that.

[QUOTE=Yendor]Confirm that this upgrade was completed at check-in?

Cheers, Y[/QUOTE]Yes, pre-book the secret deal, then upgrade on check-in.

There are two upgrades, one is up to a grand deluxe, high floor, free super fast Internet, and a bit nicer room (no breakfast): add an extra 330 Baht.

The other is up to the Executive Club floor, amenities and breakfast as mentioned, and priced as mentioned as well. Confirmed.

A little bird told me that this secret deal for the Grand Millennium will be ending October 20th.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]I don't KNOW the square footage, but, having stayed in several I would guess that they are on the order of 18-24 square meters, depending on the class of the room. The rooms are quite small, but the quality of the furnishings and amenities are excellent for the price point. The built in closet and bathroom and sleeping area make quite efficient use of space - but there really is very little unused area at all.

Think of a queen bed, a dresser/desk, and a closet with drawers, and only a couple of feet to spare around the bed on any side. The bathrooms have a combined tub with the shower. The sleeping/living area is maybe half the size of the rooms in more upscale places like the Majestic Grande or Dynasty Grande[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the response. It seems like Majestic Suite is liked by a lot of guys here (based on their positive response) and is located in a good area plus the price is pretty good at around 1500B.

I may just book a couple of days at Majestic suite and then check out the other hotels when I am there.

[QUOTE=Redfield10]
I am at the point where I'd rather spend $20 more a night and get a nicer room at places like the Dynasty Grande. In fact,to play a little game with yourself, you could book a cheap hotel that is still acceptable for maybe 20% of your trip and the enjoy a place like the Dynasty Grande for the rest of your trip and be happier than staying at the Majestic Suites the whole time (for the same total price) my opinion.
[/QUOTE]
I have to agree that Dynasty Grande is a superb deal now that they have dropped their prices again.
However I don't like the location much as I don't enjoy Nana Plaza any longer. I prefer to be close to MRT.

I tried Rainbow bar twice in last few months but found it to be a dreary place with bad music the girls couldn't dance to. The girls didn't thrill me. Bodies O.K. but faces plain. My taste must be different. I don't like round faces.
I greatly prefer Soi Cowboy where the girls are more lively, more pretty, and have a few really good dancers (Shark, Baccara, etc.).

[QUOTE=Csun213]Thanks for the response. It seems like Majestic Suite is liked by a lot of guys here (based on their positive response) and is located in a good area plus the price is pretty good at around 1500B.

I may just book a couple of days at Majestic suite and then check out the other hotels when I am there.[/QUOTE]

You are in the heart of Nana. For roughly the same price you can go to Citidines on soi 11, near the BTS, you got the walk through at Park Hotel to Beer Garden, on the street (soi 11) with Villa market / German House / Australian House / Hillary's bar, and closer to Cowboy.

Either way if you pull from cowboy most girls will want to taxi back to the hotel no matter where you stay.

MS is a nice place but tucked back a little and you are more in the heart of Nana just FYI. Your thought of reserving a room then looking at others is sound. Just get a list of four you'd like to look at and go from there. You can also get a room at Citidines soi 23 (closer to Cowboy only but a little hike to the bts / mrt) for roughly the same price as MS.

All depends where you are comfortable pulling girls from. I did not visit NEP or Soi 33 one time this last trip, just too many girls and not enough time.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]You are in the heart of Nana. For roughly the same price you can go to Citidines on soi 11, near the BTS, you got the walk through at Park Hotel to Beer Garden, on the street (soi 11) with Villa market / German House / Australian House / Hillary's bar, and closer to Cowboy.

Either way if you pull from cowboy most girls will want to taxi back to the hotel no matter where you stay.

MS is a nice place but tucked back a little and you are more in the heart of Nana just FYI. Your thought of reserving a room then looking at others is sound. Just get a list of four you'd like to look at and go from there. You can also get a room at Citidines soi 23 (closer to Cowboy only but a little hike to the bts / mrt) for roughly the same price as MS.

All depends where you are comfortable pulling girls from. I did not visit NEP or Soi 33 one time this last trip, just too many girls and not enough time.[/QUOTE]

Thanks. Since I have never been to Bangkok so have no ideal where to stay. I was only choosing MS because it was highly recommend when I searched through the postings in the Bangkok Hotel section.

I will do more research since some thought that MS was too near the action. I plan on taking my time and check out more hotels before I commit since I won't be there until March.

Citidines on soi 11 sounds nice since I do want to check out the famous Beer Garden.

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]I have to agree that Dynasty Grande is a superb deal now that they have dropped their prices again.I tried Rainbow bar twice in last few months but found it to be a dreary place with bad music the girls couldn't dance to. The girls didn't thrill me. Bodies O.K. but faces plain. My taste must be different. I don't like round faces.[/QUOTE]Dynasty Grande is a great deal right now. Easy easy easy (easy to get there, easy into the room, and easy on the wallet.) It's a great all round Nana pull place.

OK. Huh? Rainbow 4 has been jam packed with tall skinny girls, a bunch of newbies from Phitsanulok, and a couple of new 9/10 stunners from Nakhon Si Thammarat (check out those long legs, high thin waists, large antigravity breasts, classic jaw lines and perfect noses: typical of that area.) Rainbow One IS pretty grim though, and I must admit that it has gone to seed from just a year ago.

[QUOTE]I greatly prefer Soi Cowboy where the girls are more lively, more pretty, and have a few really good dancers (Shark, Baccara, etc.).[/QUOTE]Soi Cowboy is great these days and I have gotten some fantastic pulls out of downstairs Baccara lately. Found myself almost falling hard for one that had just arrived from Si Sa Ket. Took her three nights in a row, simply outstanding. Have to watch myself dammit. This is the kind where you wake up two years later and go, "Holy shit! Where am I? WTF happened? How the hell did I get here, who left the cap off the freaking toothpaste, who forgot to take garbage out, and whoa, hold the phone, whose kid is that?

Baccara girls do seem to love the Grand Millennium, also very easy easy, just a four minute walk. The beds are simply fantastic, and, oh yeah, how about those floor to ceiling bedside mirrors?

Great deals to be had out there right now.

I wouldn't struggle with it too much. Anywhere you book between soi 23 and soi 4 will be accessible to nana, soi cowboy, the beer garden, etc.

It depends more on how much you want to spend, really.

I mean, you can even walk from soi 4 to soi 23 in probably 20 minutes. If you wanted to.

[QUOTE=Csun213]Thanks. Since I have never been to Bangkok so have no ideal where to stay. I was only choosing MS because it was highly recommend when I searched through the postings in the Bangkok Hotel section.

I will do more research since some thought that MS was too near the action. I plan on taking my time and check out more hotels before I commit since I won't be there until March.

Citidines on soi 11 sounds nice since I do want to check out the famous Beer Garden.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Redfield10]I wouldn't struggle with it too much. Anywhere you book between soi 23 and soi 4 will be accessible to nana, soi cowboy, the beer garden, etc.

It depends more on how much you want to spend, really.

I mean, you can even walk from soi 4 to soi 23 in probably 20 minutes. If you wanted to.[/QUOTE]

Thanks, I will probably do what some of the guys suggested which is just to book a hotel for a couple of days then check out all the other hotels when I am there.

[QUOTE=Tommyh80]I have booked 10 nigths at President Solitaire Hotel & Spa Bangkok in Sukhumvit Soi 11, but was thinking I did a terrible mistake since it is far from the Nana action.

Should I cancel the reservation and book Nana Hotel?[/QUOTE]The last time I stayed there was Dec,08, the rooms were kind of old. the wireless was free part of the room deal. It is a long walk to nana. the thing that pissed me off was the taxi mafia who camp outside the hotel. They wanted to charge Bhat400 to airport which cost me Bhat200 + Bhat70 for tolls. tip the taxi that I took just from the corner of the hotel. Use the damn meter guys. anyway depending what you paid, you can try their sister hotel Grand President on soi 11. Near nana? well Dynasty Grande, you can crawl to Nana and the rooms is good size to have 2-3 girls at one go. ;)

Nana hotel is a dump.

[QUOTE=Barko]
OK. Huh? Rainbow 4 has been jam packed with tall skinny girls, a bunch of newbies from Phitsanulok, and a couple of new 9/10 stunners from Nakhon Si Thammarat (check out those long legs, high thin waists, large antigravity breasts, classic jaw lines and perfect noses: typical of that area.) Rainbow One IS pretty grim though, and I must admit that it has gone to seed from just a year ago.
[/QUOTE]
Correction I meant to say Rainbow 4.
Here was my report:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=834719&postcount=4806[/url]

But it could well have improved in last few months.

[QUOTE=Barko]
Soi Cowboy is great these days and I have gotten some fantastic pulls out of downstairs Baccara lately. Found myself almost falling hard for one that had just arrived from Si Sa Ket. Took her three nights in a row, simply outstanding. [/QUOTE]
Miss W maybe (I forget the number)?

I would like to book Swiss Park Hotel in Bangkok.

Any comments?

Thank you

[QUOTE=Hasan2502]I have once stayed at Lebu and the girls have to deposit their IDs with the recpetion which i don't like because reception also asks which room they are going to and then call the guest to confirm. Are there any other ways so that the reception can be avided?[/QUOTE]

At the [url="http://www.bangkokhotels.info/honey.htm"]Honey Hotel[/url] (Sukhumvit Soi 19), you can avoid the reception if you wish. You can keep the key of your room with you when you go out and when you come back, just go to your room directly and nobody will bother you.

You have to be careful though with your "guests", but if you are, there's no problem at all at least with the staff of this hotel. No joiner fee even if you have more than one girl with you: I already came back to this hotel with two girls several times and once with three and it has always been perfectly hassle-free...

I already wrote about this hotel in an old report:
[post]803255[/post]

Other reviews:
[url]http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g293916-d633092-r6178980-Honey_Hotel-Bangkok.html[/url]

[QUOTE=Hasan2502]I have once stayed at Lebu and the girls have to deposit their IDs with the recpetion which i don't like because reception also asks which room they are going to and then call the guest to confirm. Are there any other ways so that the reception can be avided?[/QUOTE]
Why avoid this?

These measures are for protection or for the girl's protection too. The girl would not be allowed to leave with her until they check that you are O.K. and have not been robbed. If any problem with the girl they will know who she is and can be reported to police.

I heard of a girl being murdered by a psycho guest in a Hotel room. So if the girl never came back for her Id., the Hotel should find out what happened to her. This would not save her, but might avoid a further murder of a subsequent girl.
P.S. I don't know if the story was true but possible.

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]Why avoid this?

These measures are for protection or for the girl's protection too. The girl would not be allowed to leave with her until they check that you are O.K. and have not been robbed. If any problem with the girl they will know who she is and can be reported to police.
[/QUOTE]

I totally agree. If I am with a girl known well to me (previous acquaintance, a regular at the establishment from where I BFed her, etc) I will just wave the security guys off and tell them she is a guest. Never gotten push back from them. I don't typically pick up random freelancers, per se, but if the girl is an unknown quantity to me I may well march her over to security for them to take note of or take her ID.

Many guys are enquiring about Hotels close to Nana Plaza and to Soi Cowboy. Indeed there are heaps of Hotels in easy walking distance from both of these.

This Map, unfinished but shows location of most important Hotels between Chitlom and On Nut on Sukhumvit BTS line, plus shows Nana Plaza and Soi Cowboy. The reason is that other Maps locating Hotels are badly inaccurate.
So where is the Hotel really????

[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&gl=au&ie=UTF8&near=Bangkok&split=1&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044a593b4e00593545f&ll=13.738843,100.558999&spn=0.009484,0.017188&z=16[/url]

Web sites are provided for many Hotels but you still need to search for best price deals from sites like: wotif, Agoda, Asia Rooms, Late Stays, hoteltravel, Bangkok.com, etc. or a really good local travel agent.

GF (girl friendly) indicators are provided, if known.

Consider distance to BTS stations too.
Some of these Hotels are great, some will be shit. Its not intended to recommend anything. Information only.
This Bangkok Hotels ISG thread will hopefully report what guys thought of Hotels.

Comments/corrections welcome (provided massive effort not required). There must be some errors.
Information likely to change frequently will not be provided, e.g. the latest price.

Use thread search to get other information by Hotel Name, being careful to spell correctly, e.g. Dawin is not Darwin!
If no one ever wrote about a Hotel, it may not be the best idea unless you are a gambler, or perhaps the Hotel is new.

[quote=yendor]confirm that this upgrade was completed at check-in?

cheers, y[/quote]update on upgrades at grand millennium. the 330 baht and 1100 baht upgrades are no more. gone. history.

the latest, and only, update package available now is "executive club privelege". cost = an extra 1500 baht (on top of the 2499 +125 wotif secret price.) this upgrade includes private vip check-in/out at exec lounge, free 45 minute thai massage, snacks, soft drinks, and puu puus in the exec lounge all day, two hours of board room/private office use, evening cocktails for two, high speed internet, and full exec lounge gourmet buffet breakfast. normal rate for this complete package is 7600 baht inc tax.

not sure if it is all really worth the discounted price of 4100 baht here. at this level it becomes fairly pricey for simple soi cowboy dilly dally shit, but i'm doing the research on it now and will report.

plz excuse if there are typos and shitface errors, 3:00 am, just finished round two of a five hour session with the lovely and sensationally talented 'miss j'. (i never remember numbers either mick) eight tequila shooters to the good tonight too. now i'm starving and ready to crater, old fart's disease.

more later.

[QUOTE=Joe Eyal]I would like to book Swiss Park Hotel in Bangkok.

Any comments?

Thank you[/QUOTE]

Make sure you don't check out of there the way David Carradine did.

Oops - my mistake - he checked out of the Swissotel Nai Lert Park. Different place.

i appreciate your information on gm. i've been following the posts on it and noticed it was gone for the november time frame that i'd be there. also following it latestays.

[quote=barko]update on upgrades at grand millennium. the 330 baht and 1100 baht upgrades are no more. gone. history.

the latest, and only, update package available now is "executive club privelege". cost = an extra 1500 baht (on top of the 2499 +125 wotif secret price.) this upgrade includes private vip check-in/out at exec lounge, free 45 minute thai massage, snacks, soft drinks, and puu puus in the exec lounge all day, two hours of board room/private office use, evening cocktails for two, high speed internet, and full exec lounge gourmet buffet breakfast. normal rate for this complete package is 7600 baht inc tax.

not sure if it is all really worth the discounted price of 4100 baht here. at this level it becomes fairly pricey for simple soi cowboy dilly dally shit, but i'm doing the research on it now and will report.

plz excuse if there are typos and shitface errors, 3:00 am, just finished round two of a five hour session with the lovely and sensationally talented 'miss j'. (i never remember numbers either mick) eight tequila shooters to the good tonight too. now i'm starving and ready to crater, old fart's disease.

more later.[/quote]

[quote=barko]update on upgrades at grand millennium. the 330 baht and 1100 baht upgrades are no more. gone. history.

the latest, and only, update package available now is "executive club privelege". cost = an extra 1500 baht (on top of the 2499 +125 wotif secret price.) this upgrade includes private vip check-in/out at exec lounge, free 45 minute thai massage, snacks, soft drinks, and puu puus in the exec lounge all day, two hours of board room/private office use, evening cocktails for two, high speed internet, and full exec lounge gourmet buffet breakfast. normal rate for this complete package is 7600 baht inc tax.

not sure if it is all really worth the discounted price of 4100 baht here. at this level it becomes fairly pricey for simple soi cowboy dilly dally shit, but i'm doing the research on it now and will report.

plz excuse if there are typos and shitface errors, 3:00 am, just finished round two of a five hour session with the lovely and sensationally talented 'miss j'. (i never remember numbers either mick) eight tequila shooters to the good tonight too. now i'm starving and ready to crater, old fart's disease.

more later.[/quote]

thanks for the update. i'm booked in on the wotif deal for the weekend in early oct (2nd-3rd) and was keen on the thb330 upgrade deal - choke mai dee maak loei!

i was going to stay the following weekend there as well, but may opt for something that has free internet as well - dg, aspen or (maybe) admiral premier. but like mp lurker, i also prefer handy to mrt/bts.

cheers, y

According to Wotif.com it ends on 20th October. A few weeks back it ran only until 30th September and it was extended. Hopefully they extend it again as I don't arrive until late October.

Interestingly, for the next week or so the rate has gone down to 2200 baht.

[QUOTE=Barko]Update on upgrades at Grand Millennium. The 330 Baht and 1100 Baht upgrades are no more. Gone. History.
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Plz excuse if there are typos and shitface errors, 3:00 AM, just finished round two of a five hour session with the lovely and sensationally talented 'Miss J'. (I never remember numbers either Mick) Eight tequila shooters to the good tonight too. Now I'm starving and ready to crater, old fart's disease.

More later.[/QUOTE]
You probably gave the upgrades so much publicity that they had to take them away :D Just kidding! I was offered an upgrade without asking for it.

There are a lot of very cheap nearby alternatives I will hopefully try soon. e.g. SilQ, Baan 20, Darjelling, etc.

Meanwhile the Admiral Premier room was quite acceptable, despite tiny b/f room.

Don't worry about typos. Most of us make heaps of them, belEIve me! As long as its not complete jumblish, it will have to do.

[QUOTE=Joe Eyal]I would like to book Swiss Park Hotel in Bangkok.
Any comments?[/QUOTE]
Oldish budget 3 star. Good breakfast is a common comment but poor water pressure.

[url]http://www.swissparkhotelbangkok.com/facilities.htm[/url]

Its not clear to me if rooms have any internet. Might have to go downstairs or to business area.

For those who are 'free-wheeling' with their loot, I see wotif has (today) started selling the Conrad for THB4944 with free upgrade to deluxe corner, free internet and THB 1500 towards spa, and 17:00 late check-out.

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W70048&page=3&viewType=all&startDay=2009-10-07[/url]

Still, a bloke can do quite a bit with the change from THB4944 if staying somewhere more modest for, say, THB 2000...

Hi All,

Planning to be in BKK first week of OCT.

[url]http://www.wotif.com/search/Advanced?country=TH&region=9371&startDay_displayed_=Tue+29+Sep+2009&startDay=2009-09-29&accommodationTypeMatch=&roomTypeCategoryMatch=&starRatingMatch=&maximumPrice=&****urrencyCode=THB&propertyNameMatch=&assumedCountry=TH&selectedSuggestionId=&searchTerms=&page=1&viewType=all[/url]

The Grand Millenium secret deal seems over priced for 6 nights. There are a few WOTif deals on for Sukhumvitt area hotels... two that interest me are 1999 and 2099. A few questions to the experienced as until today was not aware of WOTif (thanks Barko):

The hotels for 1999 and 2099 say the room is for two adults - extra adult is 800 and 1500 respectively. (Grand Millenium secret deal also states 2 adults but doesn't quote an extra charge) so i am assuming that means no joiner fee unless you bring back two girls?

Also the 2099 hotel says it is a new 4.5 star on Soi 11. Anybody willing to guess which one? I haven't been there for over a year. (I'm thinking its President Palace - anyone with info on this hotel? sister property came up on a search here and rated good)

Thanks in Advance.

PS. Anyone in BKK 30 sept-4th oct do PM me and lets get together for a drink...

[QUOTE=Yendor]For those who are 'free-wheeling' with their loot, I see wotif has (today) started selling the Conrad for THB4944 with free upgrade to deluxe corner, free internet and THB 1500 towards spa, and 17:00 late check-out.

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W70048&page=3&viewType=all&startDay=2009-10-07[/url]

Still, a bloke can do quite a bit with the change from THB4944 if staying somewhere more modest for, say, THB 2000...[/QUOTE]
For that price they would need to include a special bed warmer!

[QUOTE=Bounce Around]Hi All,

Planning to be in BKK first week of OCT.

Also the 2099 hotel says it is a new 4.5 star on Soi 11. Anybody willing to guess which one? I haven't been there for over a year.

Thanks in Advance.[/QUOTE]This is the President Palace Hotel which is located right next to the Grand President on Soi 11 and also belongs to the same group.

Their website is - [url]http://www.presidentpalacehotel.com/[/url]

Google will show that the deal for 2099 is the President Palace Hotel.

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W61264&page=1&viewType=all&startDay=2009-09-29[/url]

Edit: Beaten by a moderated report!

Well, I'm still tossing up if I take the Grand Millennium 'wot hotel' for 3 nights = THB 7500, or the Admiral Premier 65sqm Suite deal pay for 2, stay 3 deal at THB6,998 which includes free wifi, and breakfast for 2 of the 3 nights.

Both seem like good deals, but AP seems to offer slightly more. Both are, I think, non-refundable deals.

Attracted by the AP suite size for last 3 nights in LOS, but put off by distance to Cowboy or BTS - not that I mind walking it....but the company may!

Thoughts on relative merits? My sense is that AP is 'more guest friendly' ?

Cheers, Y

[QUOTE=Rambis Youth]Google will show that the deal for 2099 is the President Palace Hotel.

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W61264&page=1&viewType=all&startDay=2009-09-29[/url][/QUOTE]
You always plan this far out, Rambis? ;)

[QUOTE=Bounce Around]Hi All,

Planning to be in BKK first week of OCT.

[url]http://www.wotif.com/search/Advanced?country=TH&region=9371&startDay_displayed_=Tue+29+Sep+2009&startDay=2009-09-29&accommodationTypeMatch=&roomTypeCategoryMatch=&starRatingMatch=&maximumPrice=&****urrencyCode=THB&propertyNameMatch=&assumedCountry=TH&selectedSuggestionId=&searchTerms=&page=1&viewType=all[/url]

The Grand Millenium secret deal seems over priced for 6 nights. There are a few WOTif deals on for Sukhumvitt area hotels... two that interest me are 1999 and 2099. A few questions to the experienced as until today was not aware of WOTif (thanks Barko):

The hotels for 1999 and 2099 say the room is for two adults - extra adult is 800 and 1500 respectively. (Grand Millenium secret deal also states 2 adults but doesn't quote an extra charge) so i am assuming that means no joiner fee unless you bring back two girls?

Also the 2099 hotel says it is a new 4.5 star on Soi 11. Anybody willing to guess which one? I haven't been there for over a year. (I'm thinking its President Palace - anyone with info on this hotel? sister property came up on a search here and rated good)

Thanks in Advance.

PS. Anyone in BKK 30 sept-4th oct do PM me and lets get together for a drink...[/QUOTE]

The 'wot hotel' deal on Sukh for THB 1999 is the FuramaXclusive Asoke-Sukhumvit for min 3 nights. The clue in matching the descriptions of the property was the giveaway line '300 threat [sic] linen'. I had friends book this deal and it was, indeed, the Furama. Sounds nice, but I wasn't convinced 100% GF.

I will be in BKK 1-4, and 6-11 Oct, but...um...have plans catching up with colleagues and friends. I'll drop a PM once the activity rate becomes clear.

Cheers, Y

[QUOTE=Yendor]The 'wot hotel' deal on Sukh for THB 1999 is the FuramaXclusive Asoke-Sukhumvit for min 3 nights. The clue in matching the descriptions of the property was the giveaway line '300 threat [sic] linen'. I had friends book this deal and it was, indeed, the Furama. Sounds nice, but I wasn't convinced 100% GF.

I will be in BKK 1-4, and 6-11 Oct, but...um...have plans catching up with colleagues and friends. I'll drop a PM once the activity rate becomes clear.

Cheers, Y[/QUOTE]
While updating Map, I noticed other sites offering equivalent cheap prices for Fx Sukhumvit (Asoke) in September if you have no need to be able to cancel (could book one day at a time).

Prices are going up in October a bit.

Agoda for this month has 1606 + taxes
[url]http://www.agoda.com/asia/thailand/bangkok/furamaxclusive_sukhumvit_hotel.html[/url]

Late Stays 1899 all inclusive.
[url]http://www.latestays.com/furamaxclusive-sukhumvit-bangkok/[/url]

Map:
[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&gl=au&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044a593b4e00593545f&ll=13.739156,100.562207&spn=0.005597,0.008529&z=17[/url]

a bit late, but wanted to thank barko for the original grand millennium tip. i used it during the 2nd week of september and was offered the club room as an upgrade option as he stated earlier.

gm was very nice, atelier restaurant was definitely a place for a good meal.

it's unfortunate that the original wotif deal has ended.

staff was attentive and friendly, the hotel is gf, however they did require the id of your guest for "your safety."

thanks barko!

sk

[quote=barko]update on upgrades at grand millennium. the 330 baht and 1100 baht upgrades are no more. gone. history.

the latest, and only, update package available now is "executive club privelege". cost = an extra 1500 baht (on top of the 2499 +125 wotif secret price.) this upgrade includes private vip check-in/out at exec lounge, free 45 minute thai massage, snacks, soft drinks, and puu puus in the exec lounge all day, two hours of board room/private office use, evening cocktails for two, high speed internet, and full exec lounge gourmet buffet breakfast. normal rate for this complete package is 7600 baht inc tax.

not sure if it is all really worth the discounted price of 4100 baht here. at this level it becomes fairly pricey for simple soi cowboy dilly dally shit, but i'm doing the research on it now and will report.

plz excuse if there are typos and shitface errors, 3:00 am, just finished round two of a five hour session with the lovely and sensationally talented 'miss j'. (i never remember numbers either mick) eight tequila shooters to the good tonight too. now i'm starving and ready to crater, old fart's disease.

more later.[/quote]

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]While updating Map, I noticed other sites offering equivalent cheap prices for Fx Sukhumvit (Asoke) in September if you have no need to be able to cancel (could book one day at a time).

Prices are going up in October a bit.

Agoda for this month has 1606 + taxes
[url]http://www.agoda.com/asia/thailand/bangkok/furamaxclusive_sukhumvit_hotel.html[/url]

Late Stays 1899 all inclusive.
[url]http://www.latestays.com/furamaxclusive-sukhumvit-bangkok/[/url]

Map:
[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&gl=au&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044a593b4e00593545f&ll=13.739156,100.562207&spn=0.005597,0.008529&z=17[/url][/QUOTE]

The one you note is the Fx Sukhumvit on Soi 1, I was referring to the (apparently) nicer Fx Asoke-Sukhumvit on Ratchada, just along from teh sukh intersection.

Anyway, I'm still undecided on AP or GM given the respective deals outlined 4-5 posts ago...

An email to both President Palace and fx suk (asoke) revealed no joiner fees.

President said they may take photocopy of ID. I'll probably just go for the 2099 deal on wotif.

Does anybody know what secret hotel is the 1111 and 1300 (1444 some days) deal on WOTIF?

Thanks!

[QUOTE=Minuteman]Does anybody know what secret hotel is the 1111 and 1300 (1444 some days) deal on WOTIF?

Thanks![/QUOTE]

Hi minuteman, welcome to ISG. It is a bit hard to say quickly since there are so many 3+ star hotels. With 5 star hotels, there are not many (3-5) so I have simply compared descriptions until there is a giveaway 'match' (like a typo etc). Suggest you grab a coffee, open the 'wot hotel' deal of interest, and work your way 1 by 1....

[QUOTE=Bounce Around]An email to both President Palace and fx suk (asoke) revealed no joiner fees.

President said they may take photocopy of ID. I'll probably just go for the 2099 deal on wotif.[/QUOTE]FuramaXclusive Asoke-Sukhumvit:

You may want to call fX regarding GF status to be sure though. Unless they have changed policy recently, there are no joiner fees if your person of interest is WITH you when you check in. If not, it's a roll of the dice depending on who the bell captains/guards/desk staff may be.

Take a copy of the email you received with you when you check in. fX can be mercenary on this point.

Rooms at fX are OK, a bit tight, and I am not a big fan of the 'boutique' ethic, but the beds & breakfasts there are quite good, almost enough to say that it's worth the price (1999+125 Baht.)

[b]Wotif FuramaXclusive Asoke-Sukhumvit [i]Wotif Secret Deal[/i][/b]:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W59071&page=1&viewType=all&refId=65662[/url]

President Palace:

All of the President (Compass) chain of facilities are GF. You can normally bypass the ID card checking/taking thing if you really want to (it IS in place for your protection) if you just say, "Fan ching ching khup", and state your room number as you slip by the bell guy. (I used to just make mention of it beforehand and grease the guy's palm with a blue or red note to ensure that he would simply disappear when I arrived with my little squeezie for the night.)

The one for 1444 / 1300 is The Key
[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W50655&page=1&viewType=all[/url]

The other is not so obvious. I'll let you know if I figure it out!

The Ambassador Hotel has a huge collection of birds including Macaws. These Macaws keeping scrapping with each other and making a huge racket that wakes you up like an alarm at 5 in the morning, and they start cawing again in the evening. If your room in Grand President is facing that side. You've had it!

Ask for a room not overlooking the Birds of Ambassador Hotel.

I enjoyed my earlier stay at Majestic Grande. Smaller rooms, more expensive, but it's worth it.

[QUOTE=Yendor]Hi minuteman, welcome to ISG. It is a bit hard to say quickly since there are so many 3+ star hotels. With 5 star hotels, there are not many (3-5) so I have simply compared descriptions until there is a giveaway 'match' (like a typo etc). Suggest you grab a coffee, open the 'wot hotel' deal of interest, and work your way 1 by 1....[/QUOTE]Thanks! Looks very nice for the price. Anybody have any knowledge whether The Key Bangkok is GF friendly or not?

[QUOTE=Minuteman]Thanks! Looks very nice for the price. Anybody have any knowledge whether The Key Bangkok is GF friendly or not?[/QUOTE]

The hotel is GF. Last time I stayed there-July 2009, the lobby receptionist did not even blink an eye when I brought in a girl. The elevator is located in the very front of the hotel and most of the time, you could not even see the reception people when you get into the elevator.

Will be in BKK in Nov. for 3 days before going down to Pattaya. Can't decide between the Majestic Suites and Aspen Suites. I have stayed in Majestic before and all was great except the breakfast. Seems only drawback for Aspen is it's kinda far down Soi 2. Majestic is older Aspen is newer.

[QUOTE=Long91]Will be in BKK in Nov. for 3 days before going down to Pattaya. Can't decide between the Majestic Suites and Aspen Suites. I have stayed in Majestic before and all was great except the breakfast. Seems only drawback for Aspen is it's kinda far down Soi 2. Majestic is older Aspen is newer.[/QUOTE]Aspen has a tuk tuk available from 7 to 9 and will run upto the Marriott. The breakfast is very limited. Since it is new, the rooms are nice and spacious with a kitchen. I have stayed here 3 times in since they opened and liked it.

I am coming to Bangkok for a few months. Can anyone suggest a good hotel or apartment in Sukhumvit in a central location close to a BTS station. I will be working so I need a good and fast wireless Internet. I am not going to bring in a new girl every night but girl friendliness is a plus.

I am going to be in Bangkok for almost 90 days. It seems to me that renting a serviced apartment is much, much cheaper than staying in an extended stay hotel.

Budget? I'd like to stay under 30,000 baht per month.

Any suggestions greatly appreciated.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Bounce Around]An email to both President Palace and fx suk (asoke) revealed no joiner fees.

President said they may take photocopy of ID. I'll probably just go for the 2099 deal on wotif.[/QUOTE]
Strangely, must be luck, I have never ever been hit with a joiner fee at any Hotel over many years, excepting maybe short time hotels may have charged extra for having a girl with you.

So I am wondering if joiner fees is really just a bit of a scam? Or maybe I just haven't done enough taking girls for the night over the years.

I have been to places the were not GF at all though, but fortunately was having my GF check in properly.

Usually these places print rules saying no non-checked in guests after a certain time of day. Then you just get the girl to arrive in day time instead LOL (or not stay there).

[QUOTE=Barko]
Rooms at fX are OK, a bit tight, and I am not a big fan of the 'boutique' ethic, but the beds & breakfasts there are quite good, almost enough to say that it's worth the price (1999+125 Baht.)
[/QUOTE]
What is "the boutique ethic"? or more particularly, what part of it doesn't appeal?

I always assumed that boutique means:
small (not so high rise), not so many staff hanging around with nothing to do, and maybe something missing, either pool or internet or gymnasium.

Or is it to do with style of decoration?
M P L

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]...
So I am wondering if joiner fees is really just a bit of a scam? Or maybe I just haven't done enough taking girls for the night over the years.
...[/QUOTE]

No. Joiner fees do exist. Well, I haven't visited these hotels recently (it's an understatement!), but on my first journey in Thailand (it was 10 years ago), I was charged a 500 baht joiner fee in a resort in Jomtien and later, a 300 baht joiner fee in a hotel in Pattaya. Maybe their policy have changed since, but they surely have lost a lot of potential returning customers.

If I am not mistaken, some hotels will (try to) charge you a joiner fee if you haven't booked your room directly with them but (for instance) using the service of a reservation agency or website. The Welcome Plaza hotel in Pattaya wanted to charge me a 300 baht joiner fee on my first stay because I booked online via Agoda, but I've been able to avoid being charged after speaking a bit with one member of their staff. I like this hotel because of its location and very reasonable rates, but since, I've booked my room directly using their email address and never have had any hassle anymore.

Since then, when I need to book a room in a hotel that I don't know yet, I try to find their email address and ask them if they charge any joiner fee for "guests" beforehand. And since I do that, I was never asked to pay a joiner fee in any hotel.

[QUOTE=Noclew]Aspen has a tuk tuk available from 7 to 9 and will run upto the Marriott. The breakfast is very limited. Since it is new, the rooms are nice and spacious with a kitchen. I have stayed here 3 times in since they opened and liked it.[/QUOTE]I've stayed there too and can recommend it. But I haven't been back recently because it seems a little too far from the action. It's not really, but it's arguably at one end of the 'zone'!

Now I usually go to Citadines Soi 11. Similar, but perhaps more interesting, walk, and more central location.

M. P. Lurker and other members:

Please look at the following link:

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W65699&page=4&viewType=all&refId=65662&startDay=2009-10-22[/url]

The Wotif secret deal for 1700 Baht, including breakfast for Thursday October 22, 2009. I believe the Hotel is Grand President. Am I correct? If it is, then it must be for Stadard room in Tower 3. So do you recommend, Grand President at this price or the newer one close to it, President Palace Hotel (Wotif secret deal at 2099 Baht)?

Is Landmark really girl-friendly, I mean they don't charge any joiner fee? If it is true, then there is a great deal available through Expedia at an average cost of $70 ++ (rent Thursday [$140++] and get Friday free) per night.

Will appreciate any feedback regarding all these.

Bandy

Thanks for the info on Aspen Suites. I did like my room being right on SUK. So I guess I will go with Majestic Suites again. Now where do I go for a good breakfast buffet?

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]What is "the boutique ethic"? or more particularly, what part of it doesn't appeal?

I always assumed that boutique means:
small (not so high rise), not so many staff hanging around with nothing to do, and maybe something missing, either pool or internet or gymnasium.

Or is it to do with style of decoration?

M P L[/QUOTE]Firing this off as fast as I can.

OK. The word 'boutique' in Thailand has a different concept, and meaning, in flawed comparison to what the word implies in New York City, Montreal, Paris, Bordeaux, Nice, Geneva, Interlaken, Madrid, etc.

In Northern America and Europe, "boutique" means a smaller high quality hotel, with say 45 rooms (instead of 245, ) and fine well stylized sturdy furniture, albeit antique, modern, or ultra-moderne. The beds will be exceptionally splendid with a good collection of pillows and superb high thread count pure cotton throughout. The personalized service at a boutique hotel will be a good step above normal chain or other large hotels. Boutique hotel restaurants (if available) are expected to have menus with some high degree of dynamism and flair.

Therefore, so called "boutique" hotels will be uniquely above par, and, in some way, separate themselves from the pack of standard issue facilities available everywhere in the world. The quality is simply better, and you pay for it.

In Thailand, however, the overworked form of the word 'boutique' can mean anything, anything at all.

What a "boutique" hotel means to me in Thailand is: "Failure about to happen." Excruciatingly small rooms with flimsy 'crap modern' style Thai made furniture (insufferably dated even before the first day the hotel opens.) Bad desks and drawer setups with cheap metal legs. Thin doored closets that are ultimately scratched and/or waterstained. Quirky small bathrooms that are always ill designed and missing some sort of something. And, a front desk staff that is entirely clueless as to what the word "boutique" could possibly mean to anyone anywhere.

Therefore, "Boutique Hotel" in Thailand simply means "irritatingly inept, stiflingly small and unamusingly cheesy".

That's the reason I stay out of 'boutiques' Mick. Pure and simple. ;)

Now off to an Oktoberfest party with lots of hot Thai babes here in Phuket. Gonna be a good one, wish me luck!

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]What is "the boutique ethic"? or more particularly, what part of it doesn't appeal?

I always assumed that boutique means:
small (not so high rise), not so many staff hanging around with nothing to do, and maybe something missing, either pool or internet or gymnasium.

Or is it to do with style of decoration?

M P L[/QUOTE]I always describe the Lodge as "boutique" partly to justify at home why I stay there rather than a big 4/5 star at similar price.

Hi guys, sorry to bother you again but have anyone stayed at Royal Ivory hotel or Swiss Park? One of my friends want to stay close to Nana area. So far we are looking at these 2 with preference for Royal Ivory Hotel since it is new. Thanks

[QUOTE=Csun213]Hi guys, sorry to bother you again but have anyone stayed at Royal Ivory hotel or Swiss Park? One of my friends want to stay close to Nana area. So far we are looking at these 2 with preference for Royal Ivory Hotel since it is new. Thanks[/QUOTE]I know about Swiss Park,the hotel is gf,nice and clean,located close to Nana,please book double to avoid problems.

Hey folks.

2 nights at Royal Asia Lodge on Soi 8. It is a long, long way from Suk rd, and in the heat it can seem like forever. It was only when I was leaving that I noticed the callbox sign for the free hotel tuk tuk! Rooms reasonable for price in terms of size and nice balcony, swimming pool I didn't use and free breakfast. However, squashed insects adorned the front of my fridge, the bath was filthy (I'm not obsessed with cleanliness but perhaps denotes decline / laziness of staff? .) the curtain rail didn't work and generally the room felt grubby. Sort of half recommend and half not. Your choice.

Oh, didn't mention that they have in house massage service. I went straight from the airport to my hotel, took a shower and so on, then called for service. To be laid within an hour of hitting Bangkok, in the first building I visited, felt like an admirable achievement for a LOS virgin I can tell you!

Moved to City lodge on Soi 19 near Cowboy. Good, modern, recently renovated rooms with (shitty) balcony for 300 less than the suite at Royal Asia (so 1500 / night). Bonuses are that you are 20m from Suk Rd, there is a 7-11 next door, and if you fancy a 'night cap' there will be girls hanging around on the corner. You could almost hook-a-duck them in with a long pole!

And boy, when it hit 39 deg yesterday lunch time the air con was heaven (not quite as heavenly as Baccara's glass dance floor but that is for another forum.)

Have fun boys x

Mr B

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[QUOTE=Shinkage]A bit late, but wanted to Thank Barko for the original Grand Millennium tip. I used it during the 2nd week of September and was offered the Club room as an upgrade option as he stated earlier.

GM was very nice, Atelier Restaurant was definitely a place for a good meal.

It's unfortunate that the original Wotif deal has ended.

Staff was attentive and friendly, the hotel is GF, however they did require the ID of your guest for "your safety."

Thanks Barko!

SK[/QUOTE]ISG members at your service. Glad it worked for you Shinkage, see you when you hit T'land next time.

Cheers! (Ein Prosit!) Best, B.

[QUOTE=Wandere]I know about Swiss Park,the hotel is gf,nice and clean,located close to Nana,please book double to avoid problems.[/QUOTE]

Thanks, if we stay there, we will make sure we book a double.

[QUOTE=Barko]Firing this off as fast as I can.

OK. The word 'boutique' in Thailand has a different concept, and meaning, in flawed comparison to what the word implies in New York City, Montreal, Paris, Bordeaux, Nice, Geneva, Interlaken, Madrid, etc.

In Northern America and Europe, "boutique" means a smaller high quality hotel, with say 45 rooms (instead of 245, ) and fine well stylized sturdy furniture, albeit antique, modern, or ultra-moderne. The beds will be exceptionally splendid with a good collection of pillows and superb high thread count pure cotton throughout. The personalized service at a boutique hotel will be a good step above normal chain or other large hotels. Boutique hotel restaurants (if available) are expected to have menus with some high degree of dynamism and flair.

Therefore, so called "boutique" hotels will be uniquely above par, and, in some way, separate themselves from the pack of standard issue facilities available everywhere in the world. The quality is simply better, and you pay for it.

In Thailand, however, the overworked form of the word 'boutique' can mean anything, anything at all.

What a "boutique" hotel means to me in Thailand is: "Failure about to happen." Excruciatingly small rooms with flimsy 'crap modern' style Thai made furniture (insufferably dated even before the first day the hotel opens.) Bad desks and drawer setups with cheap metal legs. Thin doored closets that are ultimately scratched and/or waterstained. Quirky small bathrooms that are always ill designed and missing some sort of something. And, a front desk staff that is entirely clueless as to what the word "boutique" could possibly mean to anyone anywhere.

Therefore, "Boutique Hotel" in Thailand simply means "irritatingly inept, stiflingly small and unamusingly cheesy".

That's the reason I stay out of 'boutiques' Mick. Pure and simple. ;)

Now off to an Oktoberfest party with lots of hot Thai babes here in Phuket. Gonna be a good one, wish me luck![/QUOTE]
Fortuantely, I think Livingstone's Lodge comes far closer to your European style of "boutique hotel".

Of course I haven't found anything that is perfect for me 100% and still a great price. Compromise between price, standard, service, and facilities is the aim. The other thing I notice is I get more fussy as I get older.

I think its a case of select the right Hotel, regardless of whther considered boutique or not. I am willing to try Boutiques (coming highly recommended of course).

Something that annoys me at many hotels is poor pipe drainage in showers and wash basins and smells eminating from pipes.

I think there must be too much clogging with sperm due to sex in the showers or girls spitting it out in the basin. :D
I am almost tempted to buy my own draino!

Of course Thais don't know how to (or are too lazy to) build bathrooms that slope correctly to the drainage hole. I think they employ Farang oversears for many high class construction sites.

[QUOTE=Long91]Thanks for the info on Aspen Suites. I did like my room being right on SUK. So I guess I will go with Majestic Suites again. Now where do I go for a good breakfast buffet?[/QUOTE]
Majestic Grande had a good buffet b/f from memory.

[QUOTE=Aries3288]This is the President Palace Hotel which is located right next to the Grand President on Soi 11 and also belongs to the same group.

Their website is - [url]http://www.presidentpalacehotel.com/[/url][/QUOTE]Guys,

I've booked President Palace thru Wotif and it is indeed President Palace as confirmed by you guys. Thanks!

I'd take President Palace over Grand President based on Bhat2099 vs B1700. The only thing I dislike about these 2 hotels is the taxi mafia hang around the area. since I travel light, I'll walk and hail a taxi close by. I usually stay in CitiChic.

[url]http://www.wotif.com/hotel/View?hotel=W69529&startDay=2009-10-15&page=2&viewType=all[/url]

Hi,

Can someone please recommend a Hotel near either Nana or Cowboy that wont mind me bringing back 2 guests

Thx

[QUOTE=Acerboy]Guys,

I'd take President Palace over Grand President based on Bhat2099 vs B1700. The only thing I dislike about these 2 hotels is the taxi mafia hang around the area. since I travel light, I'll walk and hail a taxi close by. I usually stay in CitiChic.[/quote]I don't know about President Palace as I have not stayed there before but at the Grand President they have a man or lady outside the entrance of Tower 2 who will call a meter taxi for you with no service charge.

[QUOTE=Bigben0]Hi,

Can someone please recommend a Hotel near either Nana or Cowboy that wont mind me bringing back 2 guests

Thx[/QUOTE]Most of the hotels around Cowboy would have no problem with you bringing back two guests. Jasmine Executive Suite is closest to Cowboy, have nice rooms and a great breakfast. Citadine Sukhumvit 23 is another great hotel. If you need to use the internet at Jasmine, bring your own cable and you can connect for free in the room. If you request them for a cable, you will be charged about 200 THB as internet is chargeable.

Got in last evening, checked-in and on a whim decided to get upgraded to the club floor for an extra 1600 (2099+1699). Not sure if its worth it yet, you get to launder 3 items a day, minibar items free, happy hour, late check out... Room is nice and new... Only booked through wotif for 2 nights; so will see if i want to stay here the other 4 nights.

[QUOTE=Bigben0]Hi,

Can someone please recommend a Hotel near either Nana or Cowboy that wont mind me bringing back 2 guests

Thx[/QUOTE]Grand Millennium Asoke Sukhumvit. Three minutes walk from Soi Cowboy. Have done multiples here many many times. No problem whatsoever. I've taken 3 with me there too but was too zonked and horny/busy to remember to take pics. Seriously, I don't think they give a shit whether I fielded an entire army of bar baby hotties, just as long as I make sure everything is back to normal before I check out.

Sure, OK, there are lots of places I have used before for multiples as well. All of the Presidents are OK, Citidines 8 & 11, all of the Marriotts, all of the Centre Points, Majestic Grand. Hell, there are a ton of them.

The Grand Millennium has been by far the easiest for being virtually right on top of Soi Cowboy.

Let me know if you need more than that.

Examples from Grand Millenium only, separate occasions, all different chicks: funzone1-vidcap, funzone 2 & 3-pics.

Can anyone confirm whether Paradiso Boutique suites on Soi 10 and Darjelling on Soi 18 are GF hotels?

If not what is the joiner fee?

[QUOTE=Nandu]Can anyone confirm whether Paradiso Boutique suites on Soi 10 and Darjelling on Soi 18 are GF hotels?

If not what is the joiner fee?[/QUOTE]Stayed at Paradiso Suites in August and it is GF. Very new hotel. Good.

[QUOTE=Barko]Grand Millennium Asoke Sukhumvit. Three minutes walk from Soi Cowboy. Have done multiples here many many times. No problem whatsoever. I've taken 3 with me there too but was too zonked and horny/busy to remember to take pics. Seriously, I don't think they give a shit whether I fielded an entire army of bar baby hotties, just as long as I make sure everything is back to normal before I check out.[/quote]Sure, OK, there are lots of places I have used before for multiples as well. All of the Presidents are OK, Citidines 8 & 11, all of the Marriotts, all of the Centre Points, Majestic Grand. Hell, there are a ton of them.

The Grand Millennium has been by far the easiest for being virtually right on top of Soi Cowboy.

Let me know if you need more than that.

Examples from Grand Millenium only, separate occasions, all different chicks: funzone1-vidcap, funzone 2 & 3-pics.[/QUOTE]Barko,

I think you need a larger bed for 3 girls .you need to book a suite at Majestic grande with a king size bed for a good foursome, the bed you got there at grand millenium is good for one on one only.

Fast Eddie 48

so, i checked out of the deluxe club level room and into a regular superior room at the wotif price 2099.

decent basic room. all the regular stuff: decent bed, decent shower same tv and internet speed is about the same (i think it may be slightly slower. didn't do a real speed test).

so you won't get the club lounge with free drinks at happy hour or the private club breakfast (which is basically the same as the regular one). but unless you are entertaining and drink/eat a lot by yourselves this isn't worth the extra 1600 bht over 6 days. no laundry (also not a problem for me as i packed enough clothes (plus laundry on soi 11 is probably cheap). no free minibar (no problem with 7-11). the free minibar is basically two beers (one hieneken, one singha), one mini white wine, one bacardi breezer, one coke, one sprite, peanuts. nothing to write home about.

the deluxe room does have a seperate shower and tub, while the tub is nice and deep with plenty of hot water pressure. the tub itself is all hard angles. not very comfortable to soak in.

[QUOTE=Nandu]Can anyone confirm whether Paradiso Boutique suites on Soi 10 and Darjelling on Soi 18 are GF hotels?

If not what is the joiner fee?[/QUOTE]

A few days ago I stayed at the Darjelling Hotel.

Hotel is very GF. The girl left her ID card at the front desk when she came into the hotel but I don't think that was even necessary. She took the ID card out and put it on the counter by herself without prompting.

It is a good value, 1400B/night (low season), wifi in all rooms, comfortable room and bed with bathtub and clear window to room, simple breakfast. Safe in ROOM. Location is good, really only 3 minutes to Soi Cowboy.

[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48]...the bed you got there at grand millenium is good for one on one only.[/QUOTE]Grand Millennium: Standard king. Eight pillows. We all fit fine.

Also, now consider this: Two little chickies with me kicking back in the over-sized bathtub, cumulonimbus amounts of bubbles, and one more hottie doing sexy dance showoffs in the glass door shower, (they took turns.) External speakers in bathroom from HDMI TV connected via laptop w/deep bass. Hot stuff there.

See through floor to ceiling glass windows next to bathtub to view 42" HD LCD TV in bedroom. Three separate laptop inputs on the wall next to the oversize glass desk, (HDMI, RCA 3 pin, & Computer VGA w/audio.) So there you go, over-the-top Hi Def XXX movies, generated from my laptop to the HDTV, and viewed from the bubble tub as well. Now, fill the sink with a ton of ice and all of their favorite drinks. Got the picture? Thai chicks love all of it and go totally off the charts with this shit.

It's all about the stuff the less advanced hotels don't have, it does make a difference, and, it makes the girls go crazy with super hot & horny 'try anything' energy, ESPECIALLY in multiples.

Also, floor to ceiling mirrors next to bed with adjustable spot lighting wands on each side. Everybody gets to watch the hot action as if they were making their very own pRoN flick. You just can't believe how much they get into all of this.

Nope, no problems at all with the size of the bed. No problems at all. Heh.

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I am looking for a cheap hotel (Girl Friendly) with wi-fi for one night at Bangkok, should be close to most of the Bangkok's hot spots i.e massage centers/bars/clubs etc.

Thought I would try Citadines 23, briefly, despite Tansak saying he didn't like it, since I won't have an entourage of girls (only GF).

This place is O.K. but now-where near the standard of Grand Millenium, virtually next door, of course. Significantly cheaper. I prefer the Admiral Premier round the corner over Citadines 23.

The room is quite good, but bed a fraction too hard for my liking, although some cheap hotels have harder beds than this. Grand Millenium, in contrast, has beds/pillows that are like sleeping on a cloud.

The worst part is the included breakfast is very ordinary. Very little variety, e.g. only eggs were fried eggs which don't appeal. The pastries were poor. The fruit selection was poor. Phat Thai noodles so-so. Coffee O.K.

The desk rang the room, disturbing me, to ask what time I would check out on Saturday. Why not ask me when I checked in?

Other Hotels nearby that I plan to try:
Silq, Fx, Darjelling, Baan 18 or Baan 20.

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]Thought I would try Citadines 23, briefly, despite Tansak saying he didn't like it, since I won't have an entourage of girls (only GF).[/QUOTE]

I warned you.... I don't BS on my posts and we have similar tastes. Soi 23 Citidines is the worst citidines / ascott / sommerset property in all of Asia that I have ever stayed in.

If you get a chance walk Soi 22 to Admiral. I swear that is a hike and a half and the rooms are not adequate. I'd love to get your opinion but for me that place is also a place I'll pass on.

Citidines Soi 11 was OK but the breakfast was lacking. They have told me they have improved their selection at Soi 11 but I've had better offers at other locations so haven't been back there in about half a year.

Hi,

Any suggestions for a 1 bedroom serviced apartment/hotel for about 1 week towards the middle of November for under $60 including taxes.

I recently stayed at the Grand Mercure Asoke in July during their sale, it was great. Would like something close to Sukumvit.

Thanks

I have good offer on Conrad residences in the next few weeks.
Any experience on the board there? ?GF

[QUOTE=Bearsk]I have good offer on Conrad residences in the next few weeks.
Any experience on the board there? ?GF[/QUOTE]

Conrad over by wireless? More upscale. No shorts in the bar. Kind of snooty. Hillary Clinton Stayed there and took up 200 friggin rooms. The decor is nice.

I got girls in but I registered as a couple. They were not happy with the girls who dressed like sluts walking around but I never got any comments about it just a few stares.

I know a person who works in the exec offices there and they are very used to overnight guests but they prefer more upscale overnight guests then low class sluts. Now she did directly ask me not to parade a group of girls around the hotel as she got me the good rates :D

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]I warned you.... I don't BS on my posts and we have similar tastes. Soi 23 Citidines is the worst citidines / ascott / sommerset property in all of Asia that I have ever stayed in.

If you get a chance walk Soi 22 to Admiral. I swear that is a hike and a half and the rooms are not adequate. I'd love to get your opinion but for me that place is also a place I'll pass on.

Citidines Soi 11 was OK but the breakfast was lacking. They have told me they have improved their selection at Soi 11 but I've had better offers at other locations so haven't been back there in about half a year.[/QUOTE]
I have been known to be stubborn, but I will take Tansak's word for it in future. I am certainly not going to try the the Admiral Suites, as seems it is barely a Hotel at all and since Tansak says its no good.
Admiral Premier (close to Cowboy) is quite good though.

I won't be at Citadines 23, with beds too hard, any more as the breakfast is really the worst selection I have experienced in staying at many Hotels in Thailand. Would be better to pass up the included breakfast and eat somewhere else.

So I am moving to another nearby Hotel.
Hotels that I have liked in this region so far were:
Grand Millenium (when price is right)
Admiral Premier
Dream

A bit further away from Cowboy I have enjoyed:
Grand President
Livingstone's Lodge
Hopeland Exec Apartments

I would be staying at Silq (Soi 19) today except that some girls I know work in a Rock Music Pub a bit too close to it.
GF probably doesn't need to meet them ;)

Just what I need ... Most nights i will be screwing Hilary but I can order in provided Hilary do not leave in her **** shoes!

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Conrad over by wireless? More upscale. No shorts in the bar. Kind of snooty. Hillary Clinton Stayed there and took up 200 friggin rooms. The decor is nice.

I got girls in but I registered as a couple. They were not happy with the girls who dressed like sluts walking around but I never got any comments about it just a few stares.

I know a person who works in the exec offices there and they are very used to overnight guests but they prefer more upscale overnight guests then low class sluts. Now she did directly ask me not to parade a group of girls around the hotel as she got me the good rates :D[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Bearsk]I have good offer on Conrad residences in the next few weeks.
Any experience on the board there? ?GF[/QUOTE]

What is the difference between Conrad and Conrad Residences?

[QUOTE=Pita123]What is the difference between Conrad and Conrad Residences?[/QUOTE]

One is hotel rooms, the other is serviced apartments. Same location.

[url]http://conradhotels1.hilton.com/en/ch/hotels/guestRooms.do?ctyhocn=BKKRECI[/url]

[url]http://conradhotels1.hilton.com/en/ch/hotels/guestRooms.do?ctyhocn=BKKCICI[/url]

Excellent property much better then PA which is sits next too... Even if PA is having their FT promotion....

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]
Excellent property much better then PA which is sits next too... Even if PA is having their FT promotion....[/QUOTE]

I've heard opinions to the contrary running from the hardness of the beds to the tiny lounge when compared to the lounge at the PA.

Bearsk, what is the rate you are getting?

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]I would be staying at Silq (Soi 19) today except that some girls I know work in a Rock Music Pub a bit too close to it.
GF probably doesn't need to meet them ;)[/QUOTE]

Dang it is too funny but I know which girls those are.... :D :D I should really get a new hobby other then mongering but I can't just seem to enjoy golf or tennis as much is do screwing :D

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]I won't be at Citadines 23, with beds too hard, any more as the breakfast is really the worst selection I have experienced in staying at many Hotels in Thailand. Would be better to pass up the included breakfast and eat somewhere else.[/QUOTE]

I agree but I'll go as far as saying the staff sucks also... but do not discount Citadines on Soi 11, that place is enjoyable for me.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]One is hotel rooms, the other is serviced apartments. Same location.

[url]http://conradhotels1.hilton.com/en/ch/hotels/guestRooms.do?ctyhocn=BKKRECI[/url]

[url]http://conradhotels1.hilton.com/en/ch/hotels/guestRooms.do?ctyhocn=BKKCICI[/url]

Excellent property much better then PA which is sits next too... Even if PA is having their FT promotion....[/QUOTE]
I can't comment on PA but did stay at Conrad in late July. Unless you know Bkk, this is not a great location to monger. Getting in/out requires a car and Wireless Rd in that area is jammed.

Club floor rooms and service is great, my wife says Japanese rest is excellent. Not sure if GF.

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]I can't comment on PA but did stay at Conrad in late July. Unless you know Bkk, this is not a great location to monger. Getting in/out requires a car and Wireless Rd in that area is jammed.

Club floor rooms and service is great, my wife says Japanese rest is excellent. Not sure if GF.[/QUOTE]

It is terrible place to monger and it is a terrible location IMHO, but you really don't stay at Conrad to monger now do you? It's an easy walk to the BTS so you don't need a taxi.

[QUOTE=Barko].....Also, floor to ceiling mirrors next to bed with adjustable spot lighting wands on each side. Everybody gets to watch the hot action as if they were making their very own pRoN flick. You just can't believe how much they get into all of this....Nope, no problems at all with the size of the bed. No problems at all. Heh.[/QUOTE] Some guys have all the fun....

Great report!

Guys,

Do any of you know of a hotel near the airport where there are either inhouse services available or the hotel is in close proximity to fun and action? Novotel at the airport is not my cup of tea, and sometimes it is just too far downtown... Call me lazy if you wish, not that I will care, but isn't there something close to the airport akin to the saunas of China? All I need is a place to burn energy and then doze off for a few hours.

Conrad is very GF. Stayed at the executive floor with food three times a day and in the evenings the cocktails were free. Also taken some candy back from Nana without any checking at all. Well all I can say is the hotels secret service guys did the job well, think they had a good overlook of what I brought in. They have a bar near the entrance where livebands plays in the evenings and where you can find some FLs.
PB

Personally, I think that the Plaza Athenee is great - especially at the promo rates that are currently being offered. And I like the location as it's pretty darn easy to get to the Sukhumvit mongering venues, either by foot, by taxi, or by the BTS, but just far enough away that the sort of activity is not directly visible there, in case you are traveling with or meeting legitimate business associates or non-pros. My guests were always treated by the hotel staff as though they were my wife or significant other. I really like the Plaza Athenee's swimming pool - it's large, and it's in the sun for most of the day.

The Conrad is slightly nicer yet, but the location is slightly less convenient for mongering, as it adds another 300 meters or so to the walk.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]Personally, I think that the Plaza Athenee is great ... pretty darn easy to get to the Sukhumvit mongering venues ... by the BTS.

The Conrad is slightly nicer yet, but the location is slightly less convenient for mongering, as it adds another 300 meters or so to the walk.[/QUOTE]For me nothing is better than staying on Sukumvit for late afternoon and night time girly activity. But for daytime cultural/tourist stuff it's not as good because it is a long way off. For daytime BKK the area surrounded by Rachdamri - Wireless - Ploenchit is better because it is more convenient and more interesting, IMHO.

So it is a compromise. I have stayed at the Four Seasons and the Conrad. A friend of mine always stays at the Athenee. They are all good choices if you have the money. The Marriott Courtyard is the less expensive alternative in the area.

On Sukumvit there are lots of choices in all price categories. I have stayed at the Weston, the Marriott, and the Park Plaza. The corner room at the Park Plaza was just as good as a room at the Weston but the Weston has a better lobby. The Marriott is the Marriott. A nice hotel but kind of expensive. For that kind of money, I would prefer the Grand Hyatt, the Four Seasons or the Athenee unless I needed to be on Sukumvit in a high end hotel. It takes about 10 minutes to go from Ploenchit station to Asoke station. The trains stop running at 11 or 12.

Grand Millenium vs Admiral Premier Wotif deals
(many similar features ignored).

In each case GM meantioned first, AP follows.
Location: Sukhumvit Soi 21 (GM) vs. Soi 23 (AP)
[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&gl=au&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044a593b4e00593545f&ll=13.73827,100.563269&spn=0.00469,0.008014&z=17[/url]
Distance to BTS/MRT: 300m vs. 500m (Hotel Tuk Tuk avail if don't want to walk it).
Distance to Cowboy: 200m vs. 300m
Stars: 5 vs. 4
Deal Price incl taxes (incl b/f): THB 2999 vs. THB 2299
Room Size: Similar in each approx. 32 Sq.m
Breakfast: Very good selection (GM) vs. moderately good selection (lacking pastries) (AP)
AP breakfast room is a bit cramped which could be a problem in high season.
Internet price: THB 499 (24 hours GM) vs. free (included AP)
Special Note: AP has certain sites like ISG blocked but can post ISG reports from a nearby pub with free internet.
Bed: "sleep on cloud" vs. normal firm
Fridge: small, no freezer, and barely cold (GM) vs. Large cold and good freezer (AP)
Microwave oven: No vs. Yes
Plates/bowls etc.: No vs. Yes
In room DVD player: No (or hire THB 1000 per night GM) vs. Yes included (AP)
Bathroom: Both have bath as well as shower.
Pool and Gym: Yes vs. Yes but smaller
Girl Friendly: No problems at either.
Mirrors (for girl's makeup application ;) ): Excellent vs. Average

In the end, the problem with 5 star is you pay more but get less included in the package.
So in the future I will be preferring Admiral Premier.
GM's extra soft beds and fancier breakfast is not enough to overcome high internet cost, lack of a video player and the inadequate fridge.

So I think Admiral Premier is very good value for money with nothing missing of any importance (except maybe the access to ISG). No Hotel is perfect in every way.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]
I agree but I'll go as far as saying the staff sucks also... but do not discount Citadines on Soi 11, that place is enjoyable for me.[/QUOTE]
I'm suprised that you don't complain that Citadines 11 is 450m down Soi 11 and subject to heavy traffic at night from Bed Supper Club and other discos so close by.
GP was already far enough at about 300m, but the walk would do me good of course. ;)

Although I have liked Soi 11, I am thinking of staying in Petchburi Road, Pratu Nam when with GF, as she likes to go to Platinum Fashion Mall and Phanthip Plaza too much (gets boring). :(

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]I'm suprised that you don't complain that Citadines 11 is 450m down Soi 11 and subject to heavy traffic at night from Bed Supper Club and other discos so close by.

GP was already far enough at about 300m, but the walk would do me good of course. ;)

Although I have liked Soi 11, I am thinking of staying in Petchburi Road, Pratu Nam when with GF, as she likes to go to Platinum Fashion Mall and Phanthip Plaza too much (gets boring). :([/QUOTE]

Would you stop... you are making folks think I'm a 150 kg lunatic geez.... :D

First of all work starts to ring me at 4 am so the night time when the traffic is bad I'm usually already in bed with a girl or two... So who cares about the traffic ;) And by 6 am I'm walking to Asok to TruFitness for a little spinning so that little 150 extra meter walk past GP is nothing...

Yeah the TGF that you know likes Platinum but I make her BTS it to Chitlom and walk up past Zen... the walk does her good, makes her remember that she could be standing in the field in Isaan if she does not study hard in school. Plus I hate white skin I gotta find ways to keep her dark (bronze / tanned) complexion.

Honestly, we are moving more towards Dusit properties as well as some over by Victory Monument and some down off the MRT. Really thinking about getting away from Sukhumvit area.

[QUOTE=Theant]Stayed at Paradiso Suites in August and it is GF. Very new hotel. Good.[/QUOTE]Thanks very much for the info Theant.

Nandu

[QUOTE=Yellow Fever #2]A few days ago I stayed at the Darjelling Hotel.

Hotel is very GF. The girl left her ID card at the front desk when she came into the hotel but I don't think that was even necessary. She took the ID card out and put it on the counter by herself without prompting.

It is a good value, 1400B/night (low season), wifi in all rooms, comfortable room and bed with bathtub and clear window to room, simple breakfast. Safe in ROOM. Location is good, really only 3 minutes to Soi Cowboy.[/QUOTE]Thank for the confirmation Yellow Fever #2.

Nandu

[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo] For daytime BKK the area surrounded by Rachdamri - Wireless - Ploenchit is better because it is more convenient and more interesting, IMHO.
[/QUOTE]

The area is quite nice for shopping, eating and 'sight-seeing but quite different from Sukhumvit....

Wireless is actually quite a distance from Ratchadamri (they are parallel to each other). And in btw is a one way street/large Soi, LangSuan.

ChitLom BTS is closer to Wireless.
Central BTS is next stop.
Ratchadamri BTS is on separate line.

Langsuan has quite a few small service apts and boutique hotels, plus lots of places to eat.
Ratchatdamri has the Four Seasons (formerly the Regent), Grand Hyatt Erawan and in btw a soi that includes the Grande Centrepoint and Courtyard Marriott.
And on Ploenchit there is the IC on one corner and slightly off the other corner, the new Central Centara Hotel (behind Zen) and close to Siam Paragon.

[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo]
So it is a compromise. I have stayed at the Four Seasons and the Conrad. A friend of mine always stays at the Athenee. They are all good choices if you have the money. The Marriott Courtyard is the less expensive alternative in the area.
[/QUOTE]

Actually the best buy and a gem that is seldom mentioned is the Grande Centrepoint - recommend it highly. It is totally GF, the studio room (smallest unit available but quite large) can be had on-line for under B$2200 with free WiFi, breakfast included, large lap pool, great fitness center with sauna. It's walking distance to BTS Ratchadamri, walking distance to Siam and two stops to MBK.

One bedroom unit slightly more, about B$3200 on-line. There are also larger 2 and 3 bdrm units but they are usually only available for long term stays.

[QUOTE=Jigsaw1]I am looking for a cheap hotel (Girl Friendly) with wi-fi for one night at Bangkok, should be close to most of the Bangkok's hot spots i.e massage centers/bars/clubs etc.[/QUOTE]In addition, I am looking for Hotels close to Sukhamvit.

At the bottom it says $49 additional tax per night, so what good is it?

any experiences there?

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]The area is quite nice for shopping, eating and 'sight-seeing but quite different from Sukhumvit.

The best buy and a gem that is seldom mentioned is the Grande Centrepoint - recommend it highly. It is totally GF, the studio room (smallest unit available but quite large) can be had on-line for under B$2200 with free WiFi, breakfast included, large lap pool, great fitness center with sauna. It's walking distance to BTS Ratchadamri, walking distance to Siam and two stops to MBK. [QUOTE]Yes, I forgot to mention the Grande Centrepoint. It is a very stylish place and an excellent choice.

But there are so many good choices in BKK these days. I am booking my February - March trip and I am finding many good values to be had these days. I think the recession is still taking its toll on the Thai tourism industry. That may be bad news for the Thais, but good news for those that will travel there in the next few months. Besides good hotel values I hope to find even more appreciative girls. I can't wait!

In addition to Grande Centrepoint deal you mentioned, I see the Athenee for $108, Courtyard for $81 and corner room at Park Plaza for $105. In addition, I am finding pretty good rates in Pattaya too. Fantastic. What I don't spend on hotels, I can garnish on the girls when they exceed my expectations.

[QUOTE=Berny X]any experiences there?[/QUOTE]
Its great if you want a blow job bar right outside your Hotel. :D

But seriously, this was a very old Hotel when I stayed there 15 years ago.
So much better choices are nearby, e.g. Dynasty Grande, Dawin, Majestic Suites, etc.
Someone recommended Paradiso recently and is cheap on Latestays at 1400 baht per night.

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]
ChitLom BTS is closer to Wireless.
Central BTS is next stop.
Ratchadamri BTS is on separate line.
[/QUOTE]
Small correction.
The interchange BTS station is called Siam (pronounced Sa-yarm) rather than "Central".

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]Small correction.
The interchange BTS station is called Siam (pronounced Sa-yarm) rather than "Central".[/QUOTE]

Good catch, thanks!

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]Actually the best buy and a gem that is seldom mentioned is the Grande Centrepoint -[/QUOTE]It has been mentioned, and seconded several times. The studios are well appointed but small, the One Bedroom is excellent and SOP. The late night monger walk is a bit far though, and even good local taxis are fucking clueless as to where it is at 3 am (not going to say much more than that.)

The place is definitely worth it. In general it's my top recommendation for business people, friends and associates, again, SOP.

BTW: All Centre Points are blind eye guest friendly.

[QUOTE=Barko]It has been mentioned, and seconded several times. [/QUOTE]

I believe it was you who mentioned it and I who seconded it some weeks back :D

[QUOTE=Barko]BTW: All Centre Points are blind eye guest friendly.[/QUOTE]

And good for long stays IMHO...

I've noticed that Thai Hotel Discounts have some very good deals at the moment. I've never used them but am considering it for my my next trip.

As an example they have the GM for 2560 until the end of October:
[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/thailand/bangkok/accom/Grand_Millenium_Sukhumvit/index.htm[/url]

Others such as Admiral Premier are significantly cheaper than Wotif.

As best I can tell, these prices include taxes with a small admin charge per booking.

I have no involvement with this business but Tim seems quite helpful on other forums and feedback seems good.

[QUOTE=Rambis Youth]I've noticed that Thai Hotel Discounts have some very good deals at the moment. I've never used them but am considering it for my my next trip.

As an example they have the GM for 2560 until the end of October:
[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/thailand/bangkok/accom/Grand_Millenium_Sukhumvit/index.htm[/url]

Others such as Admiral Premier are significantly cheaper than Wotif.

As best I can tell, these prices include taxes with a small admin charge per booking.

I have no involvement with this business but Tim seems quite helpful on other forums and feedback seems good.[/QUOTE]
That GM price is without the breakfast which Wotif has at 2499 (secret deal).

They seem to have a special if stay at Admiral premier for 6 nights. 1681 Baht.
[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/thailand/bangkok/accom/Admiral%20_Premier%20_Sukhumvit/index.htm#room[/url]

One issue is that GM doesn't include internet in the deal but Admiral probably does. Its not clear from the website that it is included.
i.e. GM likes to quote internet or wifi access but omits the word complimentary. So have to pay extra.

Hi Mick,

I agree with all you have said I guess my point is that it seems to be the cheapest hotel site at the moment. The idea of the WOT Hotel is you're not supposed to know which one it is so it's not apples and apples.

I'll probably try AP in a few weeks after your review. I'm keen on some luxury for a few days but the SGS, JW and WGS are just that step above what I'm prepared to pay.

I think our taste in hotels is fairly similar (modern, good location, nice pool, included wifi) so I always find your feedback useful.

Cheers,

Rambis

[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo][QUOTE=Traveler1234]The area is quite nice for shopping, eating and 'sight-seeing but quite different from Sukhumvit.

The best buy and a gem that is seldom mentioned is the Grande Centrepoint - recommend it highly. It is totally GF, the studio room (smallest unit available but quite large) can be had on-line for under B$2200 with free WiFi, breakfast included, large lap pool, great fitness center with sauna. It's walking distance to BTS Ratchadamri, walking distance to Siam and two stops to MBK. [QUOTE]Yes, I forgot to mention the Grande Centrepoint. It is a very stylish place and an excellent choice.

But there are so many good choices in BKK these days. I am booking my February - March trip and I am finding many good values to be had these days. I think the recession is still taking its toll on the Thai tourism industry. That may be bad news for the Thais, but good news for those that will travel there in the next few months. Besides good hotel values I hope to find even more appreciative girls. I can't wait!

In addition to Grande Centrepoint deal you mentioned, I see the Athenee for $108, Courtyard for $81 and corner room at Park Plaza for $105. In addition, I am finding pretty good rates in Pattaya too. Fantastic. What I don't spend on hotels, I can garnish on the girls when they exceed my expectations.[/QUOTE]Agree Grande Centre Point is tops. Grande Suite rooms usually 6000 Baht, now around 3700 Baht per night.

Plaza Athenee is around 2500 Baht per night for a 3 night stay.

Tim

[QUOTE=Rambis Youth]Hi Mick,

I agree with all you have said I guess my point is that it seems to be the cheapest hotel site at the moment. The idea of the WOT Hotel is you're not supposed to know which one it is so it's not apples and apples.

I'll probably try AP in a few weeks after your review. I'm keen on some luxury for a few days but the SGS, JW and WGS are just that step above what I'm prepared to pay.

I think our taste in hotels is fairly similar (modern, good location, nice pool, included wifi) so I always find your feedback useful.

Cheers,

Rambis[/QUOTE]
Ah yes I see that point now, is it has some very good deals without being secret and left to guess which Hotel which is difficult usually.

So I will certainly add it to my preferred Hotels booking sites.

I am still frustrated by many sites not being totally clear re whether Wifi is complimentary or not. But I shouldn't go off on tangents, due to my own frustrations with GM not providing Free wifi in their packages.

I also get frustrated by sites when different standard rooms are offered, e.g. standard, superior, delux, etc. but clear distictions between what is provided in different rooms is not made.

In some hotels the higher priced rooms don't come with anything extra at all, perhaps just on a higher floor which is actually worse rather than better.

So I am always on the look out for the really best sites that include everything in the package with wifi free, describe the room provisions thoroughly, e.g. fridge and freezer, quote prices including all taxes (so we get the real price - I can't stand the ++ stuff like at Agoda), and finally preferrably only take a percentage up front with remainder payable direct to Hotel, so that have a chance to cancel out if not happy or have a change of plans.

I booked Silq on Soi 19 right next to Sachas Uno, using Late Stays: [url]http://www.latestays.com/silq-bangkok-hotel/[/url]

Map:
[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&gl=au&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044a593b4e00593545f&ll=13.738624,100.561262&spn=0.005242,0.008712&z=17[/url]

Their site makes it very clear that wifi is complimentary.
I took Superior room with ABF (American Breakfast) for 2200 (including taxes). Standard rooms were sold out on 1 of my days. Instant confirmation and only pay a percentage/booking fee up front.
Those taking standard room without b/f will get cheaper of course.

Now Thai Hotel Discounts has a slightly better offer.
Thanks to rambis Youth for pointing out this web site.
[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/thailand/bangkok/accom/Silq_Hotel/[/url]
2135 Baht for Superior room with b/f.
1568 Baht for basic room and no b/f.
The site states that may take up to 24 hours for confirmation, but haven't tried it yet.

BTW, this room is not as big as my Admiral Premier room and Admiral Premier had significantly more for a similar price (that I previously paid):
A pool, small Gym, Large fridge and freezer, CD/DVD player, bathtub. Silq bed is softer though.

I think this 6 day 1681 Baht p/night deal at AP is really great:
[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/thailand/bangkok/accom/Admiral%20_Premier%20_Sukhumvit/index.htm[/url]

How about this Darjelling deal for just 1220 Baht per night?:
[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/thailand/bangkok/accom/Darjellling_Boutique_Hotel/[/url]

In the end, exact price isn't that important to me, more so the facilities. But I know others are wanting the best price.

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]In the end, exact price isn't that important to me, more so the facilities. But I know others are wanting the best price.[/QUOTE]
Mick..
I've never seen any mention of the Windsor Suites on Soi 20. According to thier website, it looks great, it has great facilities, including a Clark Hatch Fitness Center onsite, and I can book a room on agoda for 1880 THB for a diplomat suite with breakfast inclusive of tax and service charge.

Is this too good to be true? Does anyone have any experience at this hotel?

Thanks a million...

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]I booked Silq on Soi 19 right next to Sachas Uno, using Late Stays: [url]http://www.latestays.com/silq-bangkok-hotel/[/url]

Map:
[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&gl=au&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044a593b4e00593545f&ll=13.738624,100.561262&spn=0.005242,0.008712&z=17[/url]

Their site makes it very clear that wifi is complimentary.

I took Superior room with ABF (American Breakfast) for 2200 (including taxes). Standard rooms were sold out on 1 of my days. Instant confirmation and only pay a percentage/booking fee up front.
Those taking standard room without b/f will get cheaper of course.

Now Thai Hotel Discounts has a slightly better offer.

Thanks to rambis Youth for pointing out this web site.

[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/thailand/bangkok/accom/Silq_Hotel/[/url]
2135 Baht for Superior room with b/f.

1568 Baht for basic room and no b/f.

The site states that may take up to 24 hours for confirmation, but haven't tried it yet.

BTW, this room is not as big as my Admiral Premier room and Admiral Premier had significantly more for a similar price (that I previously paid):

A pool, small Gym, Large fridge and freezer, CD/DVD player, bathtub. Silq bed is softer though.

I think this 6 day 1681 Baht p/night deal at AP is really great:
[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/thailand/bangkok/accom/Admiral%20_Premier%20_Sukhumvit/index.htm[/url]

How about this Darjelling deal for just 1220 Baht per night?:
[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/thailand/bangkok/accom/Darjellling_Boutique_Hotel/[/url]

In the end, exact price isn't that important to me, more so the facilities. But I know others are wanting the best price.[/QUOTE]Admiral Premier,

Darjelling and Silq all have free internet in all rooms. Confirmation takes up to 24 hours, usually 30 mins-1 hr during office hours.

Tim

[QUOTE=David 2]Mick,

I've never seen any mention of the Windsor Suites on Soi 20. According to thier website, it looks great, it has great facilities, including a Clark Hatch Fitness Center onsite, and I can book a room on agoda for 1880 THB for a diplomat suite with breakfast inclusive of tax and service charge.

Is this too good to be true? Does anyone have any experience at this hotel?

Thanks a million...[/QUOTE]Stay away from this hotel. Its probably the most unfriendly guest hotel in Thailand.

Shame as the rooms are pretty ok and decent enough hotel.

Tim

[QUOTE=David 2]Mick..
I've never seen any mention of the Windsor Suites on Soi 20. According to thier website, it looks great, it has great facilities, including a Clark Hatch Fitness Center onsite, and I can book a room on agoda for 1880 THB for a diplomat suite with breakfast inclusive of tax and service charge.

Is this too good to be true? Does anyone have any experience at this hotel?

Thanks a million...[/QUOTE]
It is not too good to be true. Windsor doesn't seem to be very popular while location and facilities look good. This is probably because the Hotel is rather old and dated. I haven't tried it. I saw some reviews on tripadvisor were suggesting worn, not so clean, smelly rooms (smokey) etc. Others say it was good. So who knows? Might be alright.

It appears Internet access is not complimentary in Agoda deal and they charge a lot for it. No wifi it seems.

Tansak, have you been there?

While many of us are tending to stay in newer premises, quite low prices can be found for older places, like Windsor, Manhatten (Soi 15), etc. But are they worth it?

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]Tansak, have you been there?

While many of us are tending to stay in newer premises, quite good deals can be had for older places, like Windsor, Manhatten (Soi 15), etc.[/QUOTE]

Nope... can't say I have, and probably won't.

But it got me looking at the reviews, and while not for me, most reviews seemed to be from husband and wives. Slow room service, old furniture... etc... And it seemed on like asiaweb and some others they were saying good things but giving it a one or two star rating. Granted it might be old and worn but I've seen some bad rooms in Asia this might not be that bad for low priced mongering rooms.

For a lot of mongers they probably might not care that much about the room conditions. I guess if I was looking for a low rate I might give it a try or atleast look at it in person next trip. Would be nice is some one could take a look at it.

[QUOTE=Thaihotels]Admiral Premier,

Darjelling and Silq all have free internet in all rooms. Confirmation takes up to 24 hours, usually 30 mins-1 hr during office hours.

Tim[/QUOTE]
O.K. that's a relief. I am an impatient type and often leave things till quite late.
Are you in fact associated with this site or just experienced?

[QUOTE=Thaihotels]Stay away from this hotel. Its probably the most unfriendly guest hotel in Thailand.

Shame as the rooms are pretty ok and decent enough hotel.

Tim[/QUOTE]
Tim,

Would you be prepared to name other major Hotels on Suk that are also not GF?
This could be an invaluable service to mongers.

Personally I have been to non-GF hotels but I don't recall any on Suk where I have had a problem.

Mick

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]Tim,

Would you be prepared to name other major Hotels on Suk that are also not GF?
This could be an invaluable service to mongers.

Personally I have been to non-GF hotels but I don't recall any on Suk where I have had a problem.

Mick[/QUOTE]Mick,

I am connected to it.

I would be glad to be help all I can. All can ask me questions here and I am glad to offer advice if I can?

Mostly on Sukhumvit, the hotels are gf. Some used to charge, but in this downturn, they have decided not to anymore.

Windsor Suites sticks out as one to avoid. For me, I personally like the smaller boutique hotels not overun with tour groups.

Tim

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]Are you in fact associated with this site or just experienced?[/QUOTE]

I'll vouch for him (as of now) working in the hotel industry and being fair in his comments and not only one sided only (from talks in the past not based on his 2 posts here :D ). I doubt he works for any one of those hotels directly but he works in the field. While I do not agree with all his comments (I had different view points) I can't find much he said that was wrong.

He has enough knowledge that he could really prepare a listing of hotels from Suk 4 to Suk 50 or so hotels and break them down into discount, medium, high end etc... And list ammenities and such. Much like your soapie and Giotto's MP guides etc....

If he was willing to set up such a listing which would be very valuable. Mick, myself, and many others visit a lot of hotels but there are too many to hit them all.

Does anyone have any experience at the Dusit owned Belair Princess on Soi 5 - I have been offered a really good rate that is comparable with my usual haunt (Citadines 11) and thought I might try a change of scenery.

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]I booked Silq on Soi 19 right next to Sachas Uno, using Late Stays: [url]http://www.latestays.com/silq-bangkok-hotel/[/url][/QUOTE]

I have just stayed at SilQ. New, clean, small rooms, A standard BKK boutique hotel -- no frills, no pool, no gym, nicely designed stationery etc. BUT be very careful to watch for charges. I paid around 1,800 TBH for the room and ABF, but got hit for a 2,000 TBH for about 6 mins of IDD calls. Its plain theft.

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]Tim,

Would you be prepared to name other major Hotels on Suk that are also not GF?
This could be an invaluable service to mongers.

Personally I have been to non-GF hotels but I don't recall any on Suk where I have had a problem.

Mick[/QUOTE]Mick,

I will prepare a list shortly on the most popular guest friendly hotels on Sukhumvit. If any guys want any other info, just msg me or post here. I will give my honest opinion on it.

Tim

Anybody stayed here?

Any other serviced apartments recommendations?

[QUOTE=Noclew]Anybody stayed here?

Any other serviced apartments recommendations?[/QUOTE]

MANY serviced apartments... yes stayed at Bliston, I enjoyed it.

One bedroom, 70 sqm around 3500 baht
one bedroom premier around 98 sqm around 4500 baht

centrepoint, compass hospitality (president groups), citadines / sommerset / ascott has some full one and two bedrooms, there are literally hundreds and hundreds of serviced apartments.. how long you staying where you want to stay etc....

[QUOTE=Noclew]Anybody stayed here?

Any other serviced apartments recommendations?[/QUOTE]

Tansak has already mentioned the brand names: Citadines, Somerset, Ascott, Centrepoint.

Try walking down So Lang Suan (btn Wireless and Ratchadamri, start at Ploenchit end)....the entire Soi is filled with service apts and 99% GF.

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]Tansak has already mentioned the brand names: Citadines, Somerset, Ascott, Centrepoint.

Try walking down So Lang Suan (btn Wireless and Ratchadamri, start at Ploenchit end)....the entire Soi is filled with service apts and 99% GF.[/QUOTE]

Hard to suggest places as we don't know if he wants a place for 6 months, 3 months, 1 week etc... Keep in mind some places offer daily housekeeping, where as others that is extra it really depends what and why and where you want a serviced apartment as to what you will pay. Monthly rates, two week rates, and six month rates vary greatly.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Hard to suggest places as we don't know if he wants a place for 6 months, 3 months, 1 week etc... Keep in mind some places offer daily housekeeping, where as others that is extra it really depends what and why and where you want a serviced apartment as to what you will pay. Monthly rates, two week rates, and six month rates vary greatly.[/QUOTE]I will go with the Bliston. Hopefully it is GF.

[QUOTE=Noclew]I will go with the Bliston. Hopefully it is GF.[/QUOTE]

It is GF, no problem for me and a girl, no problem for me and a few girls....

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]MANY serviced apartments... yes stayed at Bliston, I enjoyed it.

One bedroom, 70 sqm around 3500 baht
one bedroom premier around 98 sqm around 4500 baht

centrepoint, compass hospitality (president groups), citadines / sommerset / ascott has some full one and two bedrooms, there are literally hundreds and hundreds of serviced apartments.. how long you staying where you want to stay etc....[/QUOTE]

Is that a day?

LBM

[QUOTE=LittleBigMan]Is that a day?

LBM[/QUOTE]

yes - that is their rates per day. GP and PP can be 2800 a day all inclusive with internet and breakfast. Again these are full one bedroom units (washer / dryer full kitchens, some have separate like nooks for computer stations dining area living area etc...). Weekly and monthly rates are much lower. They have two bedroom units and Bliston has three bedroom and one of the centrepoints has three bedrooms if you're lugging your entire family around with you. But there are literally multiple hundreds of different locations available including Conrad Residence.

Conrad comes out to be about 2800 a day for a monthly contract rate. And all the above are personally a better deal for me then say paying 4,000 for a hotel a room or 1800 or 2000 for a low rate room. However I'm not a five day punter there for a few days of sex and the extra room makes it more handy.

But in the case of full disclosure, since I am a wh@re I do enjoy sex on the table, couch, den, bedroom, kitchen etc.... :D The only thing I miss in the units is that they rarely have a jacuzzi and some are hard to find that have both a tub and a separate walk in shower.

For a three week stay, hotel at 2000 (and many are higher rate than that) with their limited space and facilities or 1 bedroom (conrad is 5 star services with full residence) for 800 more baht a day (20 bucks or so)... um tough choice for me.... especially since work pays :D

BKK is fortunate as they have plenty of condo / serviced apartments all over.

[QUOTE=Thaihotels]Mick,

I will prepare a list shortly on the most popular guest friendly hotels on Sukhumvit. If any guys want any other info, just msg me or post here. I will give my honest opinion on it.

Tim[/QUOTE]
I have already seen such a list from Evil Penevil, and some good info from AsiaTraveller2 also.

Since most Sukhumvit Hotels are GF, I thought the list would be too long and would much shorter to name the major non-GF ones which are surely fairly limited.

Unfortunately I can't always tell if a Hotel is GF due to having my GF check in a normal way.
(GF has two meanings :) ).

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]I have already seen such a list from Evil Penevil, and some good info from AsiaTraveller2 also.
[/QUOTE]

Don't forget Sir Duni put together a list about 18 months ago....maybe use that as starting point for an update?

Just came back from a stay at President Palace thru wotif mystery deal. Room was nice clean and big, staff pleasant and internet was fast.Breakfast was ok, small spread. Overall a very good stay. They did ask me to upgrade to executive floor for Bhat1,000 that comes with all the usual perks associated with executive floor. I declined as mine was a one night stay.

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]Don't forget Sir Duni put together a list about 18 months ago....maybe use that as starting point for an update?[/QUOTE]
I would be surprised as thought Duni nearly always stayed at LL. Any link? I tried a search and could only find this:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?p=768397&highlight=girl+friendly#post768397[/url]

[QUOTE=Stogie Bear]Hello

I like to warn everybody that all Amari hotels have changed their policy towards joiners. I stayed at the Amari Boulevard around Nana last monday. When I tried to check in with a girl from Rainbow 4 /Nana they asked 1000 bath joiner fee. When I made the booking I clearly stated two persons. I wasn't amused. Because I made a big problem at reception that were willing to let her pass as my wife. But I told them this is BS. This one would leave after two hours. What if I came back with another. Then I had to pay 1000 bath. Every time.

Because my room was a dump too (stinking, leaking airco) I decided that evening to check out. Majestic grande was a better choice. At least they accept mongers without extra's.

This morning I went back to the Amari to speak the manager. Indeed this was their new policy. That liked to discourage mongers to stay at their hotel. I told ok these are the rules why don't you put them on the internet?

No the directors board thought that was too sensitive for the Arab guests.

They might think Amari was a pick up hotel when they would read about joiners fee. Of course it is a family hotel in the middle of Nana. What a joke.

Also he stated they could make more money that way. My guess luring people in the hotel with special prices and then surprizing them with this.

Thanks Amari for spoiling that evening. The lady from rainbow asked if she could leave so that evening completely wasted on a family hotel.

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Thanks for the warning! I always thought Amari B was a dump.
PB

Here is a link to Evil Penevil's list of GF Hotels:
[url]http://www.barladies.com/topic/11304-guest-friendly-sukhumvit-hotels/[/url]

I note that Amari B did not make it.

I know Amari Does Not on the list of G. F. Hotels. RTFF. LOL

The Majestic Grande and M. S. Do have indeed G. F. With no extra charge. I shall be visiting BKK this November, 2009 and staying at the M. S. with a confirmation already.

[QUOTE=Stogie Bear]Hello

I like to warn everybody that all Amari hotels have changed their policy towards joiners. [/QUOTE]

This is not true, Amari has a large selection of hotels all over Thailand and they don't all charge joiner fees. Amari Nova Platinum, which has turned into a monger's hideaway in Pattaya does not charge joiner fees. Amari Nova Suites which is currently running a super promo of 1990B per night is another Amari hotel without joiner fees.

[QUOTE=Stogie Bear]Hello

I like to warn everybody that all Amari hotels have changed their policy towards joiners. When I tried to check in with a girl from Rainbow 4 /Nana they asked 1000 bath joiner fee.

[size=-2][b][u]EDITOR'S NOTE[/u]:[/b] [blue]I would suggest that the author or another Forum Member consider posting a link to this report in the Reports of Distinction thread. Please [url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/announcement-reportsofdistinction.php]Click Here[/url] for more information.[/blue][/size][/QUOTE]Hi Stogie,

Thanks for the heads up, but since when did you switch to girls?

he only calls the that?

[QUOTE=Stogie Bear]Hello

I like to warn everybody that all Amari hotels have changed their policy towards joiners. I stayed at the Amari Boulevard around Nana last monday. When I tried to check in with a girl from Rainbow 4 /Nana they asked 1000 bath joiner fee. When I made the booking I clearly stated two persons. I wasn't amused. Because I made a big problem at reception that were willing to let her pass as my wife. But I told them this is BS. This one would leave after two hours. What if I came back with another. Then I had to pay 1000 bath. Every time.

Because my room was a dump too (stinking, leaking airco) I decided that evening to check out. Majestic grande was a better choice. At least they accept mongers without extra's.

This morning I went back to the Amari to speak the manager. Indeed this was their new policy. That liked to discourage mongers to stay at their hotel. I told ok these are the rules why don't you put them on the internet?

No the directors board thought that was too sensitive for the Arab guests.

They might think Amari was a pick up hotel when they would read about joiners fee. Of course it is a family hotel in the middle of Nana. What a joke.

Also he stated they could make more money that way. My guess luring people in the hotel with special prices and then surprizing them with this.

Thanks Amari for spoiling that evening. The lady from rainbow asked if she could leave so that evening completely wasted on a family hotel.

[size=-2][b][u]EDITOR'S NOTE[/u]:[/b] [blue]I would suggest that the author or another Forum Member consider posting a link to this report in the Reports of Distinction thread. Please [url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/announcement-reportsofdistinction.php]Click Here[/url] for more information.[/blue][/size][/QUOTE]And like the arabs do not participate in similar mongering activities. it is more like making extra money. Amari B is crap as someone mentioned. there are many more great hotels around that area. Please skip Amari B.

Does anyone know if this is GF? I wrote to them and hevent heard back yet.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Noclew]Does anyone know if this is GF? I wrote to them and hevent heard back yet.

Thanks[/QUOTE]

Didn't you ask and I answer this already.... Jesus.... I booked for two guests.... I had a girl with me... no problems.... I had a different girl with me.... no problems.... and same trip but different night I brought back MORE then one girl, again no problem....

[QUOTE=Noclew]Does anyone know if this is GF? I wrote to them and hevent heard back yet.[/QUOTE]Wow, you need this seconded or what? TKTV already gave you the thumbs up.

Yes, you can stumble into the place surrounded by a haze of tequila & three incredibly beautiful women attempting to keep you vertical and moving straight forward toward the lifts. None of the staff even look up. Now, ask me how I know.

How's that for GF?

My thing with Bliston bedrooms are that they not light tight. I hate waking up at 7am with the sun searing through my eyelids and potentially destroying what cornea transparency I have left. Scratched the place off my list just for that reason a long time ago. Oh yeah, the pool sucks.

I will stay in Bangkok in Hotel Dusit Princess, 53 Srinakarin Road, Pravet, 10250 Bangkok, is it GF hotel? Any experience?

Thank you!

[QUOTE=Barko]My thing with Bliston bedrooms are that they not light tight.[/QUOTE]

How long ago were you there? They had new black out curtains in my room the last time I was there :D

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]I would be surprised as thought Duni nearly always stayed at LL. Any link? I tried a search and could only find this:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?p=768397&highlight=girl+friendly#post768397[/url][/QUOTE]

Here is the list. Needs updating, though.

I stayed at Sacha's Hotel Uno last week. Good location for Cowboy (Soi 19) and value for money. The hotel has two buildings, 1 & 2. I was in building 2 which is GF as there was no security on the door. I can't say if building 1 is GF, but I'll stay here next time I mong at Cowboy.

Guys,

My favorite hotel MG rate is 104 US$ (I. E. 3477)for the period from 23/12/09 till 29/12/09 now I was about to instruct my travel agent to book it since I enjoy the unbeatable location next to Annies, NEP and BST when I came across preident Solitaire which is 5 stars at the rate of 77. US$ (I. E. 2549 THB) what do you think guys as I am not sure of the locat of PS anyone stayed there I know that it is definitely GF Like MG but there is a difference of 27US$ per night in addition to the fact that PS is 5 stars were MG is 4.

I am a bit confused would you please help me out.

Anyone familiar with newish place called On8? Apparently opened this summer, right at corner of Suk and Soi 8. Online rates around 2,000 baht for 30 sq meter room.

Pics shown on their website make the place look clean and new, if not overly luxurious.

I've always preferred new hotels, especially when booking sight-unseen. Would appreciate any reports from those with first hand knowledge of this one.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Big Kev]Anyone familiar with newish place called On8? Apparently opened this summer, right at corner of Suk and Soi 8. Online rates around 2,000 baht for 30 sq meter room.

Pics shown on their website make the place look clean and new, if not overly luxurious.

I've always preferred new hotels, especially when booking sight-unseen. Would appreciate any reports from those with first hand knowledge of this one.

Thanks[/QUOTE]

Good hotel. This summer price was at 1600 baht. In first subsoi on right in soi 8, just in front of Aviva. Very GF. But pay attention, they have rooms with no windows.

Big kev, I walked by last time I was in town, and popped in. I was shown a room, which was slightly bigger than a king size bed. As Theant posted below, no windows. The price was just a little bit below 2,000 bt. Even though it is new and modern, I felt claustrophobic during the 3 minutes I was in the room. I would definitaly give that one a miss.
JMHO

[QUOTE=Kimo29]Guys,

My favorite hotel MG rate is 104 US$ (I. E. 3477)for the period from 23/12/09 till 29/12/09 now I was about to instruct my travel agent to book it since I enjoy the unbeatable location next to Annies, NEP and BST when I came across preident Solitaire which is 5 stars at the rate of 77. US$ (I. E. 2549 THB) what do you think guys as I am not sure of the locat of PS anyone stayed there I know that it is definitely GF Like MG but there is a difference of 27US$ per night in addition to the fact that PS is 5 stars were MG is 4.

I am a bit confused would you please help me out.[/QUOTE]That $77 room at the President Solitaire is for the so called 'Premiere Suite', but it's just a studio room really. The facility needs some major updating, most of the rooms at the PS have been abused and are annoyingly frayed. Also, the walk up Soi 11 gets old after a while too, even the hotel IS right next to Bed Supper.

MG is the better choice.

[QUOTE=Kimo29]My favorite hotel MG rate is 104 US$ (I. E. 3477)for the period from 23/12/09 till 29/12/09 now I was about to instruct my travel agent to book it since I enjoy the unbeatable location next to Annies, NEP and BST when [/QUOTE]Kimo you were born confused. LOL How you been? Coming back so soon you must be ready for more abuse huh? PS I agree is getting frayed but such the reason for the OK rates. Grand President is OK and can get a full one bedroom suite in tower 2 for 2800 baht on soi 11. That's like close to BTS and NEP and such.

MG rate of 3477 doesn't thrill me. You could do better by about 500 baht booking on line sites I"m sure. Are others paying that much for MG? I just don't see it for some reason it just sounds like you are overpaying by 500 baht or such for a single room.

PS is run by compass hospitality which also runs grand president, president park, admiral suites, adelphi and many others.

Citadines on soi 11, soi 8 and a few others are also worth checking out. Personally, I know it is Xmas but they don't do much on Xmas except raise rates in Thailand so I just think that 3.5 K a night is overpriced. Unless they give the Pharoh room for that price.

[QUOTE=Barko]That $77 room at the President Solitaire is for the so called 'Premiere Suite', but it's just a studio room really. The facility needs some major updating, most of the rooms at the PS have been abused and are annoyingly frayed. Also, the walk up Soi 11 gets old after a while too, even the hotel IS right next to Bed Supper.

MG is the better choice.[/QUOTE]I would disagree, stayed in both hotels and I definitely prefer PS over MG. The rooms are not new but in my opinion well maintained and clean. The staff is competent and reliable. Well and not to forget the pretty good bf.

The 27$ are better spent with the girls.

Enjoy

Hey Tansak old buddy how are you thank you as usual yeah cant wait i am coming only for 12 days this time :( ehehehhehe. Hope we can meet mate coming for my sweet love Marina:)

6 nights in Bangkok and 5 in pattaya i now received a good news from another agent he got me Grande Superior room at MG at the rate of 93.US$ approx 3100. THB. and Grande Premier at the rate 100.U$

Pattaya i book a Reu Thai Room in Paradise zone at Sabai Resortfor the rate 78 US$2606. THB including AB and no Gala dinner which is a plus on new year eve hmm booked through direct rooms very reliable and good rates too.

So I think i will let go GP and SP and stick to my favorite MG.

Cheers Mates

[QUOTE=Duniawala]Here is the list. Needs updating, though.[/QUOTE]
Thanks. I found the link eventually after finding out I need to look in BKK Hotels 2006 (Archived). Search function was a bit limited to allow easy search.
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=498670&postcount=599[/url]

I didn't know Manhatten was GF, for example, so picked up a couple of useful bits of info.

I also saw Martians quoted GF Hotel Map:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=498812&postcount=603[/url]
Which unfortunately was total bullshit.
A few of the non-GF Hotels on there were actually quite GF when I went there.

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]

I also saw Martians quoted GF Hotel Map:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=498812&postcount=603[/url]
Which unfortunately was total bullshit.
A few of the non-GF Hotels on there were actually quite GF when I went there.[/QUOTE]

You actually trusted Martians' crap???

LOL :D

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]You actually trusted Martians' crap???

LOL :D[/QUOTE]
I only gave it a quick look since it wasn't his own work. ;)
But was very unrealiable anyway. :(
e.g. I previously (pre 2006) took girls to Zenith with no problems, and more than one in the same night :D
First one was not much good, so quickly went and found a replacement from Nana carpark vicinity.

I have added GF indicators to most important Hotels in Sukhumvit vicinty on this Map:
[url=http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&gl=au&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044a593b4e00593545f&ll=13.739177,100.560179&spn=0.021844,0.035062&z=15]Hotels in Sukhumvit Vicinity[/url]
The ones left blank are in the "don't know" category.

Someone was asking about new On8, so its been added.
Can easily see that Federal is just a fraction closer to Suk than Citadines 11 (next to Bed-Supper Club) but not much.

Trying to decide between them., any advise? I once stayed at the Federal Hotel, is that further or closer to sukumvhit than Citadines?

Federal is pretty much exactly opposite Citadine 11.

[QUOTE=Kimo29]Guys,

My favorite hotel MG rate is 104 US$ (I. E. 3477)for the period from 23/12/09 till 29/12/09 now I was about to instruct my travel agent to book it since I enjoy the unbeatable location next to Annies, NEP and BST when I came across preident Solitaire which is 5 stars at the rate of 77. US$ (I. E. 2549 THB) what do you think guys as I am not sure of the locat of PS anyone stayed there I know that it is definitely GF Like MG but there is a difference of 27US$ per night in addition to the fact that PS is 5 stars were MG is 4.

I am a bit confused would you please help me out.[/QUOTE]
Try here: [url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/thailand/bangkok/accom/majesticgrande/[/url]

Superior room is 28 Sq.m, Deluxe 40 Sq.m, and Premier somewhere in between.
I believe inetrnet access is not complimentary. That was only thing I can remember wrong with MG.

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]I only gave it a quick look since it wasn't his own work. ;)[/QUOTE]

His name brings back so many gooooooooood memories....LOL ;)

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]...so I just think that 3.5 K a night is overpriced[/QUOTE]Yep. Definitely. C'mas/ highest season weeks are priced up too much. He did say MG was his favorite though.

Personally, I would look around a bit, the Wotif secret deals do not change rates over the Holidays. ;)

Accor 3 day sale on again from 27th to 29th.

Early access (now!) to the specials for A-Club members

Is Grand Mercure Fortune Hotel girl friendly?

[QUOTE=Cadjan]Accor 3 day sale on again from 27th to 29th.

Early access (now!) to the specials for A-Club members[/QUOTE]Would someone know which Accor Hotels in Bangkok are Gf?

Cheers!

[QUOTE=Berny X]Trying to decide between them., any advise? I once stayed at the Federal Hotel, is that further or closer to sukumvhit than Citadines? [/QUOTE]Between the Dynasty Grande and Citadines 11, well dynasty is near soi nana, you can crawl there. Citadines is approx. 250meter from the Nana BTS station. In terms of stars, I guess Citadines is higher and newer, also service apartment type. Dynasty usually doesn't provide breakfast with room rates. Not sure where federal is although I could google it. I'll pick Citadines unless Dynasty is so much more cheaper, say Bhat400 or more.

Guys,

Any update on wotif mystery deal. Looks like President Palace is still part of the deal at Bhat2099. Another is Furama Asoke I guess.

[QUOTE=Travel Spirit]Is Grand Mercure Fortune Hotel girl friendly?[/QUOTE]I don't think so. You better of some where else

I have generally booked hotels directly via internet. The rates seem to be cheaper on the THAIHOTELSDICOUNT website.

I would like to know whether their rates and bookings are reliable and there are no hidden costs/catch.

I'd be obliged!

I think they should all be guest friendly. I recently stayed at the Grand Mercure Asoke Residence.

Really nice 1 bedroom suite. Got a great rate there thanks to members here. The guests from Thermae were not even ask to show IDs. No hassles or walk of shame.

[QUOTE=Suntangh R]I have generally booked hotels directly via internet. The rates seem to be cheaper on the THAIHOTELSDICOUNT website.

I would like to know whether their rates and bookings are reliable and there are no hidden costs/catch.

I'd be obliged![/QUOTE]Knock on wood, Yeah they are, I've not had a problem with them, they are reliable and I send people to them. I kind of work in the industry and can get decent contract rates myself but the owner of this site has always worked well with me on issues and so far no complaints or issues. SO far,,, all on the up and up.

[url]http://www.otelrooms.com/[/url]

and

[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/[/url]

Going on a tour, part of a group. This hotel looks nice but not sure if gff, would like to sneak in a little play time during self-adventure time. Can anyone offer some info?

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Knock on wood, Yeah they are, I've not had a problem with them, they are reliable and I send people to them. I kind of work in the industry and can get decent contract rates myself but the owner of this site has always worked well with me on issues and so far no complaints or issues. SO far,,, all on the up and up.

[url]http://www.otelrooms.com/[/url]

and

[url]http://www.thaihoteldiscounts.com/[/url][/QUOTE]Thanx!

Much appreciated, KT

[QUOTE=Travel Spirit]Is Grand Mercure Fortune Hotel girl friendly?[/QUOTE]

If by "girl Friendly" you mean that they will not charge you a "joiner" fee, then I think you better look elsewhere (as suggested by Acerboy).

There are a lot of Girl Friendly Hotels in BKK but I think that most 4 or 5 star will charge you a fee. Not because they have to, but because they know their customers will not care and pay for it.

I remember in HuaHin last year, I stay at the Hyatt, there was an American (not that it matters really) who wanted to go up to his room with 3 girls. The reception charged him 1,000 per lady and he did not even Blink. Smiled and asked them to put it to his bill. These hotels know that their Clients aren't cheapstakes so they take advantage.

Where the clients get fucked is that although you pay the Joiner Fee, it does not include Morning breakfast, they do not give you extra towels or water for the girls (which is I think why they had these joiner fees in the first place?)

Livingstone Lodge on Soi 33 is girl Friendly, hell, you might even run into a few ISG members there. Thankfully the Rabbit KTV is no longer going there, you really don't want to meet this animal!!! :D

[QUOTE=Suntangh R]I have generally booked hotels directly via internet. The rates seem to be cheaper on the THAIHOTELSDICOUNT website.

I would like to know whether their rates and bookings are reliable and there are no hidden costs/catch.

I'd be obliged![/QUOTE]

I have found that Booking.com is one of the best websites around these days because they do not take your money upfront. You pay directly at the hotel.
This is important because if you want to change or cancel, they will not charge you a fee.

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]Thankfully the Rabbit KTV is no longer going there, you really don't want to meet this animal!!! :D[/QUOTE]

BASTARD

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]Where the clients get fucked is that although you pay the Joiner Fee, it does not include Morning breakfast, they do not give you extra towels or water for the girls (which is I think why they had these joiner fees in the first place?) [/QUOTE]

I agree, but for me the breakfast is no big deal, the towels are a problem with multiple girls. The water, hell i'm not a cheap charlie I buy those gallon jugs and store in the room hahahaha....

Towels... Since I am a wh@re (only lately) and been taking multiple girls, when work makes my reservations they ask for 4 sets of towels in the room. They've told hotels I'm FAT, DIRTY, MESSY, EXERCISE TOO MUCH (basically all true also) etc.... whatever it takes for 4 sets to be in the room.

I also tip the housekeeper immediately and tell her I need XXXX and that I am a bastard :D That usually solves the towel issues for me. Some hotels the housekeeper will remake the bed two or so times a day and change the sheets.

Also you would be amazed at what a box of duty free chocolate can do for the housekeeper and her supervisor....

EDIT: I've also had them tell hotels that I'll have a LOT of family members over at very strange times. So that a rotation is not unexpected ;)

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]I have found that Booking.com is one of the best websites around these days because they do not take your money upfront. You pay directly at the hotel.

This is important because if you want to change or cancel, they will not charge you a fee.[/QUOTE]

How are the thai hotels dealing with this? Are they paying booking.com quarterly or they pay a flat fee to be listed or what? If paying quarterly that's gotta play hell with the tax issues...

Pay directly at hotel but do you pay the deposit fee or are hotels left in the lurch for no shows?

Just wondering what the catches are as it sounds like a nice deal.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]How are the thai hotels dealing with this? Are they paying booking.com quarterly or they pay a flat fee to be listed or what? If paying quarterly that's gotta play hell with the tax issues...

Pay directly at hotel but do you pay the deposit fee or are hotels left in the lurch for no shows?

Just wondering what the catches are as it sounds like a nice deal.[/QUOTE]

Not sure but as a consumer, Booking.com is a dream! you only have to leave your CC as a guarantee. No deposit taken.
With websites like Agoda, Expedia and the likes, they charge you either in full or a deposit at the time of reservation. Should you cancel, they charge you a fee, I hate these websites and Booking.com up to now has not let me down.
I am free to do whatever I want.

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]Not sure but as a consumer, Booking.com is a dream! you only have to leave your CC as a guarantee. No deposit taken.
With websites like Agoda, Expedia and the likes, they charge you either in full or a deposit at the time of reservation. Should you cancel, they charge you a fee, I hate these websites and Booking.com up to now has not let me down.
I am free to do whatever I want.[/QUOTE]

I agree that Expedia and Agoda and others have tried to keep a strangle hold on the market place for so long, just brutal in the way they do business, I still wonder what the downside is to booking.com. I guess the CC guarantee is charged only if a no show then on them.

Expedia, Agoda and others are just brutal to deal with and brutal for the operators also.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]How are the thai hotels dealing with this? Are they paying booking.com quarterly or they pay a flat fee to be listed or what? If paying quarterly that's gotta play hell with the tax issues...

Pay directly at hotel but do you pay the deposit fee or are hotels left in the lurch for no shows?

Just wondering what the catches are as it sounds like a nice deal.[/QUOTE]

From their (booking.com) website:
[QUOTE=booking.com]
[b]Hotel Partners Program[/b]
...
Booking.com was established in 1996 and since then numerous hotels have profited from our successful commission model.
...
[b]Commission-based model[/b]
No registration fee, no fixed costs - you only pay a commission fee for revenue generated. We do not charge reservation or cancellation fees!
...
[b]Guests pay at the hotel[/b]
All bookings are guaranteed with a credit card and guests pay directly upon checking out of the hotel. At the end of each month hotels will receive a commission invoice from Booking.com.[/QUOTE]

I don't know much more than this about booking.com, but one of my friends operates a small resort in Koh Samui and works with another reservation website. If I am not mistaken, the reservation company gets a 15% commission on revenue generated via its website.

[QUOTE=Goyave]If I am not mistaken, the reservation company gets a 15% commission on revenue generated via its website.[/QUOTE]Yeah I see that also and was looking at some of their fine print excuse my morbid curiosity I just wonder how they handle the taxation issues in selected countries. A taxed base receipt on what a customer pays (unless the commission is stated on the receipt), less a commission, I wonder how the tax man feels about some of the documentation process in select countries.

And a hotel that does not charge or hold a cancellation policy for everyone who books here... wow that sounds risky to me from the hotels standpoint. I'd reserver up 100 rooms and just no show to upset competition hahahahaha

But great for us it looks like :D :D

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Yeah I see that also and was looking at some of their fine print excuse my morbid curiosity I just wonder how they handle the taxation issues in selected countries. A taxed base receipt on what a customer pays (unless the commission is stated on the receipt), less a commission, I wonder how the tax man feels about some of the documentation process in select countries....[/QUOTE]I don't know the specifics of the whole process, but on the hotel side, I guess that they charge the regular price (including local tax) to the customer and pay the monthly commission bill (including local tax) to the reservation company such as they would do with any bill for promotion or advertising purposes.

And for the reservation company, the taxes are probably managed similarly as in any company operating internationally.

I don't know how many fake or cancelled reservations they have in average, but it should not be too much, I suppose. As you must provide your credit card information to make a reservation, I presume that there is an alert system in place which can detect if a customer cancels his/her bookings too often. And hotels usually don’t put all their eggs in the same basket: only a certain percentage of their rooms may be booked through reservation agencies and websites.

Just book via wotif and the mystery hotel at B2, 099 is President Palace for this Monday. Looks the deal in still on.

I've not tried booking.com but will check it out. I hate when bookings are charged to your card and when you make changes to your trip, then you get hit with cancellation charges. I'd usually try to book once my trip is certain and only if the rates are very good like the wotif mystery deals. Agoda was charging higher for P. Palace for this trip. I rather deal with hotel, the last time I asked President palace, the receptionist was non committal. It is win win if hotels can give the same rate as the internet rates, some agree to it, some don't. Anyway thanks for the tip on booking.com

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]How are the thai hotels dealing with this? Are they paying booking.com quarterly or they pay a flat fee to be listed or what? If paying quarterly that's gotta play hell with the tax issues...

Pay directly at hotel but do you pay the deposit fee or are hotels left in the lurch for no shows?

Just wondering what the catches are as it sounds like a nice deal.[/QUOTE]I use booking.com all the time. No catches. They just book it, you then pay the hotel.

Save good money on Grande Centre Point Ratchadamri and a host of others in Bangkok this way. It is also good for booking Cambodia, Hong Kong, KL, Singapore, etc. as well. But, you have to do your homework, booking.com represent only SOME of the best prices on SOME hotels.

The deals are worked from facility to facility, they get a little kickback from the hotel itself, not much. So the better deal they get, the better deal you get. In the case of the cheapest rates, the hotel will charge your credit card even if you never arrive. Most people go for the cheapie rates, so both booking.com and the hotel itself have a good guarantee of the money, whether you show up or not. That's all.

The restrictions work fine for me because my calendar is so non dynamic, I know where I will be both two days from now and two months from now, and I had damn well better be there or it fucks everything else up later. No, I don't have time to get sick, so I don't. Another nice thing about booking.com is you can book your room the same day and the reservations are immediate, no messing around with credit card lag like Agoda and others.

Booking.com is just another arrow in the quiver, but it is a good one.

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]If by "girl Friendly" you mean that they will not charge you a "joiner" fee, then I think you better look elsewhere (as suggested by Acerboy).[/QUOTE]Thanks for the answers. So I reject Fortune Hotel and think about Furama Xclusive Asoke. Its location is unbeatable but looking at Mick's map I don't see the letters: GF(girl friendly). Does the hotel apply a "joiner" fee policy?

And generally any disadvantage to stay there?

[QUOTE=Wandere]Would someone know which Accor Hotels in Bangkok are Gf?

Cheers![/QUOTE]

I used Grand Mercure Asoke Residence last year in one of the Accor sales - definitely GF. At the time some other posters said some of the others were not, so you have to check on each hotel.

[QUOTE=Acerboy]Between the Dynasty Grande and Citadines 11, well dynasty is near soi nana, you can crawl there. Citadines is approx. 250meter from the Nana BTS station. In terms of stars, I guess Citadines is higher and newer, also service apartment type. Dynasty usually doesn't provide breakfast with room rates. Not sure where federal is although I could google it. I'll pick Citadines unless Dynasty is so much more cheaper, say Bhat400 or more.


Actually, would anybody possibly know between which of the 2 hotels I'd likely be able to get some American football on the TV?

There's a Patpong girl I want to meet before she goes to work .. does anyone know of a nice curtains motel in that area, but not so near that she'll be spotted and get hassled by the bar?

[QUOTE=Rocksoff]There's a Patpong girl I want to meet before she goes to work .. does anyone know of a nice curtains motel in that area, but not so near that she'll be spotted and get hassled by the bar?[/QUOTE]

If she's a prostitute (which by the sound of it, she is) she will know ALL the short time places in the area, just ask her

[QUOTE=Travel Spirit]Thanks for the answers. So I reject Fortune Hotel and think about Furama Xclusive Asoke. Its location is unbeatable but looking at Mick's map I don't see the letters: GF(girl friendly). Does the hotel apply a "joiner" fee policy?

And generally any disadvantage to stay there?[/QUOTE]Furama Xclusive Asoke has imho a great value for money.

I could get a room for like 1500 baths per night online and the room was really nice. It's a new hotel, free wifi, free LAN, breakfast included.

Unless you want a large pool to swin, I don't really see what could prevent you from going there.

The Furama Shuk. On Soi 1 is OK too even though it's a bit deep in the soi (it's located on Soi 1, the next soi after Nana).

Come on, you would have to be a complete idiot if you wanted to visit Bangkok to swim. Who the hell needs a pool.

Go most of Thailand you can happily swim in the sea, but Bangkok and Swimming Pool are not at all in the interest of mongers.

If you have the energy to go swimming you are not fucking enough !!

[QUOTE=Escort Fan]Furama Xclusive Asoke has imho a great value for money.

I could get a room for like 1500 baths per night online and the room was really nice. It's a new hotel, free wifi, free LAN, breakfast included.

Unless you want a large pool to swin, I don't really see what could prevent you from going there.

The Furama Shuk. On Soi 1 is OK too even though it's a bit deep in the soi (it's located on Soi 1, the next soi after Nana).[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=The Pro]Come on, you would have to be a complete idiot if you wanted to visit Bangkok to swim. Who the hell needs a pool...Go most of Thailand you can happily swim in the sea, but Bangkok and Swimming Pool are not at all in the interest of mongers...If you have the energy to go swimming you are not fucking enough !![/QUOTE]One of the pleasures of living in Bangkok is having a nice pool to take a dip in after a hot day. Even better is a big pool, say 25 meter, where you can swim like a fish. Finding a working gal who like to "wi-nam" is an additional pleasure in itself. She'll thank you for the cooling swim and then boff your brains out afterward.

I lived on an island in the Andaman for a number of years, but I no longer like to swim in the ocean in Thailand. It is a cesspool of sewage and other pollution.

[QUOTE=The Pro]Come on, you would have to be a complete idiot if you wanted to visit Bangkok to swim. Who the hell needs a pool.

Go most of Thailand you can happily swim in the sea, but Bangkok and Swimming Pool are not at all in the interest of mongers.

If you have the energy to go swimming you are not fucking enough !![/QUOTE]Yes I'm not fucking enough and that's an under statment!

However I can't help to like swimming with all this heat and some hotels got some really nice pool side, ie: Swiss Hotel Nai Lert Park or even the smaller pool yet pleasant one of the Sheraton Grande or the one from Hilton Millenium.

The sea side in Pattaya isn't extactly impressive! I like my water more blue!

[QUOTE=The Pro]Come on, you would have to be a complete idiot if you wanted to visit Bangkok to swim. Who the hell needs a pool.[/QUOTE]Good grief man, what mind altering drugs are you taking? Whatever they are, I don't want any. You have no idea what you are missing.

For your consideration: It's 9PM, you have two uranium dioxide melt down smoking hot chicks wrapped in towels sitting by the hotel pool with you, a bottle of frozen Sauza anejo tequila, a couple of frosty malt beverages, and a basket of fresh strawberries at your side. Time for a quick swim in the pool, and a nice long dip in the oversized outdoor jacuzzi.

Items required: Tequila, strawberries, brewskis, outdoor pool + jacuzzi, and of course, poontang.

You want to get the best lay of your life? There's the recipe.

Not only are you relaxed, having loads of fun and sporting a diamond cutter, the chicks are goofy, wet, and hornier than a pair of 'in-season' gerbils on a springtime full moon night. They simply can't wait to get you back in the room for the [i]coup de grace[/i]. Lots of giggles, then lots of insanely satisfying group grope bonking. This is also conducive to the best night's sleep you could possibly ever imagine as well.

Hmm. Time to rethink your statement there "The Pro"? Heh.

[QUOTE=The Pro]Who the hell needs a pool!![/QUOTE]

I bike, others swim, great workouts for keeping slim and tone for prolonged sexual sessions. Any monger with stamina will know that a good fitness and diet is paramount for good fucking.

Actually, a good swimming pool is one of the reasons I enjoy going to Pattaya and staying at either the Sabai Lodge, or the Sabai Inn (where you can use the pools of the affiliated Sabai Lodge).

During the afternoon, a bunch of us mongers all get together at the pool and shoot the shit and tell war stories - and some of us bring our Tilak of the day with us. After a refreshing dip in the pool, the batteries are recharged for more Sex.

Unfortunately, in Bangkok, one needs to stay at a better class of hotel to get a good pool, such as the Dynasty Grande, or any of the 5* places. Perhaps Livingstone's Lodge would be a good choice as well for the swimmers amongst us.

[QUOTE=Escort Fan]Furama Xclusive Asoke has imho a great value for money.

I could get a room for like 1500 baths per night online and the room was really nice.[/QUOTE]In thaihoteldiscounts.com the price is 2373THB for the deluxe room.

Any other option?

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Any monger with stamina will know that a good fitness and diet is paramount for good fucking.[/QUOTE]

Yes, I agree but how can you define Good fucking?

Doesn't good Fucking vary from one punter to the next?
For me, it's foreplay in the showers, prolonged 69s, and a great multi position fuck session until I sweat from all my pores! great workout indeed.

So swimming in a chemical bath of chlorine is not bad for you?

The beaches in the south are really nice and not that polluted as you say. There is no pleasure of living in Bangkok, nobody likes to live in Bangkok, you endure it as best you can and appreciate the plentiful opportunites for mongering but pleasure? And swimming in Bangkok? Errrr yes. Of course. I prefer lots of "sexercise" as the best way of keeping fit, along with workouts in the gym.

And WTF is "wi-nam". Do you mean "wei nam", or if you are "wi nam" then you like some "P" in your Pool.

[QUOTE=Fon Tok]One of the pleasures of living in Bangkok is having a nice pool to take a dip in after a hot day. Even better is a big pool, say 25 meter, where you can swim like a fish. Finding a working gal who like to "wi-nam" is an additional pleasure in itself. She'll thank you for the cooling swim and then boff your brains out afterward.

I lived on an island in the Andaman for a number of years, but I no longer like to swim in the ocean in Thailand. It is a cesspool of sewage and other pollution.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]Yes, I agree but how can you define Good fucking?[/QUOTE]

I'm not defining it for the board or for punters, the great thing about LOS is we all find what style of fucking we can enjoy. However you work out to maintain fitness for "your" style of good fucking I know this for a fact. 90% of the ISG members I know personally maintain some type of lifestyle to help them keep fucking as THIS IS OUR hobby / enjoyment / sport / activity. I maintain a regiment that works for me for my style of good fucking.

The point to THE PRO is that yes some folks look at the pool size for doing laps to maintain their fitness. After 14 surgeries on my legs alone there are limited exercise I can do, while I do not pick swimming primarily I know many ISG members that do pick this exercise.

While yes I want to die banging 2 or 3 girls at the same time (really want to die doing 2 girls on the balcony of LL room 119 so my white rabbit ass is hanging out for everyone to see when they wake up for breakfast)... I do not want to die any time soon and am maintaining a strong / dedicated / serious fitness routine so I can keep reproducing all over SEA to run havoc on the lives of the future NicFrenchy Jr's, Giotto's and such....

[QUOTE=The Pro]So swimming in a chemical bath of chlorine is not bad for you? [/QUOTE]

Ah... so I take it the hotel / massage joint you want to open won't have a pool so now you are against pool's also... OK Gotcha.....

Are you going to have a fitness center atleast?

[QUOTE=Travel Spirit]In thaihoteldiscounts.com the price is 2373THB for the deluxe room.

Any other option?[/QUOTE]Try the hotel web site you ll pay less if you stay 3 nights.

You can also try agoda.

[QUOTE=The Pro]Come on, you would have to be a complete idiot if you wanted to visit Bangkok to swim. Who the hell needs a pool.

Go most of Thailand you can happily swim in the sea, but Bangkok and Swimming Pool are not at all in the interest of mongers.

If you have the energy to go swimming you are not fucking enough !![/QUOTE]

One would have to be an idiot to not realize that many of us are multi-dimensional creatures with interests that include activities that don't necessarily require a hard-on. Many of us monger in addition to other things.

[QUOTE=Pita123]interests that include activities that don't necessarily require a hard-on. Many of us monger in addition to other things.[/QUOTE]

BLASPHEMY !!

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]BLASPHEMY !![/QUOTE]
Motion Seconded

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]If she's a prostitute (which by the sound of it, she is) she will know ALL the short time places in the area, just ask her[/QUOTE]

That's exactly what she is. But I'm willing to bet she'll take me to one of the same old smelly 500 baht places right in Patpong. Anyway, let's see :-)

Blasphemy indeed!

We agree on something else, this is quite a bad sign.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]BLASPHEMY !![/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=The Pro]Blasphemy indeed!

We agree on something else, this is quite a bad sign.[/QUOTE]

Oh shit... must be the sign of the Apocalypse.........

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Oh shit... must be the sign of the Apocalypse.........[/QUOTE]
Why do you guys keep quoting this turd?

Sheesh ... the only one I've ever put on ignore and I still can't seem to get away from him.

Has anyone ever tried the 24 hour available masseuse service here? The girl looked very pretty, but I have no idea if extras are offered. On the other hand, there are a long row of massage places within 5 minutes walk, all of which are explicitly for massage and sex.

Still, it would be a nice morning option if available: massage and a hand job to wake up!

Just stayed at the SilQ for 9 nights. Usually stay at Grottino, but too noisy and getting shabby.

Booked on their website, no forward payment necessary. 1765 bt per night all up, includes breakfast, free sim card, 1000 bt credit for food and drink in hotel, free wifi, didn't need my laptop, so couldn't verify this. Free newspaper to door.

Room was overlooking street, very clean, good facilities. Tea/coffee maker, some crockery, nice linen etc. Lcd tv with reasonable channel variety.

Aircon was very noisy though, even on lowest setting. Some street noise in the way of motorcycles with loud exhausts, no noise from other rooms at all.

Breakfast was good, very nice setting. Food basic but well prepared. Quality cutlery and crockery.

Staff very attentive, helpful and friendly throughout hotel.

Totally gf.

Liked it and will be back.

Tuck

[QUOTE=Daddy07]Why do you guys keep quoting this turd?

Sheesh ... the only one I've ever put on ignore and I still can't seem to get away from him.[/QUOTE]

[b]Many thanks [/b] for repeating the obvious...if everyone ignores this guy, he'll disappear!

Is Banyan Tree Bangkok gf? I was thinking about getting a room there and having a guest stay over night.

Agree there FT.

I have stayed there and it is a nice place.

Web site : [url]http://www.silqbkk.com/[/url]

[QUOTE=Friar Tuck]Just stayed at the SilQ for 9 nights. Usually stay at Grottino, but too noisy and getting shabby.

Booked on their website, no forward payment necessary. 1765 bt per night all up, includes breakfast, free sim card, 1000 bt credit for food and drink in hotel, free wifi, didn't need my laptop, so couldn't verify this. Free newspaper to door.

Room was overlooking street, very clean, good facilities. Tea/coffee maker, some crockery, nice linen etc. Lcd tv with reasonable channel variety.

Aircon was very noisy though, even on lowest setting. Some street noise in the way of motorcycles with loud exhausts, no noise from other rooms at all.

Breakfast was good, very nice setting. Food basic but well prepared. Quality cutlery and crockery.

Staff very attentive, helpful and friendly throughout hotel.

Totally gf.

Liked it and will be back.

Tuck[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Crazyazn]Is Banyan Tree Bangkok gf? I was thinking about getting a room there and having a guest stay over night.[/QUOTE]
Yes it is GF.
I stayed there in 2 occasions and had no problem at all, but you have other choices and cheaper....
Cheers
Barek

Does anyone have information on the Marcopolo Hotel.

I need to know if it is girl friendly.

Thank you

Anyone got any opinions on if St. James Hotel, Bangkok is any good? Is it girl-friendly & does it have an in room safe? I've been reading a few reviews off different sites & it seems to be ok in terms of price & location.

Or does anyone have any other suggestions for decent priced hotels in the heart of the city in a good spot?

Hi Guys,

I'm visiting BKK for a few days end of year and would appreciate some info.

Can anyone confirm this hotel is 'guest' friendly?

I've come across numerous listings saying it is, but no 1st hand accounts.

Thanks for your anticipated response.

Landed at around 18:00 and took Airport Express Bus AE3 to Sukhumvit. They charge a flat rate of BHT 150. The Dynasty Grande Hotel is just 350 meters from Sukhumvit via Soi 4 or just 300 meters if you enter via Soi 6.

Hotel is nice, location very nice and staff courteous. No extra charge and no hassles. They ask for identity card only if you bring in a lady boy. This nice subtle warning could have saved me some time.

First night I brought in a cute tall Thai girl. I realized my mistake, the moment she took off her ‘sandals’. A quick clinical examination refuted her claim and I send her back with BHT 200. Next time I came back with a genuine girl and no identity card was required.

I booked the hotel through Agoda for around BHT 1800 per day.

FYI, I felt that I should report that the SilQ hotel is available for an excellent rate on Agoda. A standard room can be booked for $55.50 a night all inclusive, without breakfast, or $63 a night including breakfast, all inclusive.

On the SilQ website booking direct, the rate is 1950 Baht + 17% tax including breakfast - which comes out to slightly over $70 US.

I just booked myself into the SilQ for Dec. 10-13, and because I had 12500 in Agoda Rewards points (good for a $25 discount), I ended up paying just $141.50 total for the 3 nights.

At those rates, the SilQ was cheaper than the Dawin, and only a few dollars more than the Majestic Suites or the Key.

I'll be there in the same time period. 08/Dec <> 14/Dec. I opted to book via their website with their long stay promotion (6 days or more). Report will follow.


[QUOTE=Member #2041]FYI, I felt that I should report that the SilQ hotel is available for an excellent rate on Agoda. A standard room can be booked for $55.50 a night all inclusive, without breakfast, or $63 a night including breakfast, all inclusive.

On the SilQ website booking direct, the rate is 1950 Baht + 17% tax including breakfast - which comes out to slightly over $70 US.

I just booked myself into the SilQ for Dec. 10-13, and because I had 12500 in Agoda Rewards points (good for a $25 discount), I ended up paying just $141.50 total for the 3 nights.

At those rates, the SilQ was cheaper than the Dawin, and only a few dollars more than the Majestic Suites or the Key.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=D Cups]If anyone has stayed at the Royal Benja Hotel near Soi 7 (near Grace Hotel)kindly let me know what you think. Is it girl-friendly? Is it nice? I have to go to a conference there in March. Thank you![/QUOTE]
Royal Benja hotel is bet Soi 3-4 on the other side of nana plaza across sukumvit road. Very nice hotel with big rooms. All rooms are same category so there is no upgrade. Room comes with breakfast buffet for two. Very nice breakfast. Location is very good. Although they are GF last time I stayed there they do charge joiner fee. I did book for two people and gotten away with that charge. Sometimes they want you to register the girl.
They are very discriminatory in the sense they will not allow people from certain countries to stay there. They do tout themselves as a family hotel. It is important that you do not bring slutty looking girls.
Other than that I liked the hotel. Many a times I stayed there with my GF.
You can get good rates by booking through agoda and other sites.

[QUOTE=Sammon]Royal Benja hotel is bet Soi 3-4 ...
[/QUOTE]Soi 5, down the road.


Giotto

[QUOTE=Sammon] They are very discriminatory in the sense they will not allow people from certain countries to stay there.[/QUOTE]Sammon, can you elaborate on this? Or if any other member can give more info please. I am planning a trip in April, so I've started to do some reserch!!

Any info is helpful. Thanks to all in advance.

Fryatuck

[QUOTE=Jgm005]I'll be there in the same time period. 08/Dec <> 14/Dec. I opted to book via their website with their long stay promotion (6 days or more). Report will follow.[/QUOTE]

I tried to get that rate from them directly for my 3 day stay and could not, so I booked it with Agoda - which basically IS giving that rate - plus, I got an added $25 discount using my Agoda rewards. But I had to pay up front. No big deal.

[QUOTE=Dxbdick]Hi Guys,

I'm visiting BKK for a few days end of year and would appreciate some info.

Can anyone confirm this hotel is 'guest' friendly?

I've come across numerous listings saying it is, but no 1st hand accounts.

Thanks for your anticipated response.[/QUOTE]100%.

1st Hand.

More than once.

[QUOTE=Dxbdick]Hi Guys,

I'm visiting BKK for a few days end of year and would appreciate some info.

Can anyone confirm this hotel is 'guest' friendly?

I've come across numerous listings saying it is, but no 1st hand accounts.

Thanks for your anticipated response.[/QUOTE]

100%.

1st Hand.

More than once

And again next year in april :D

Spent 3 nights there in a deluxe suite for 2, 500 Baht per night. Good location, 5-10 mins to Nana, a bit further to Cowboy, not too far to Suk and the BTS. Can use a short cut through the Park Hotel to get to Soi 7. 7/11 just down the road and plenty of street food outside, plus Climax next door in the Ambassador.

Check-in seemed to be a major hassle though, I don't know why it took them so long to sort it out, and 1 of our 2 rooms wasn't ready (ok, no problem) but it took a couple of phone calls to the reception after the hour they told us it would take to be ready before we could get into it. Also the room smelt a bit musty, and if you forgot to shut one toilet door you would smash the other one into it when you opened it.

Good pool, huge safety box (enough for a laptop), room service not too expensive if you're being lazy and a good bed. Shower over bath only. Room was in Tower 2, ask for a room away from the Ambassador as their birds are quite noisy, I got one overlooking the pool.

100% GF, was with a long-term girl but they kept asking for her ID at nights until I waved them away. But at least the option is there if you want it.

Would I stay again? Maybe, if I could get the same rate. I'm still searching for my perfect hotel.

[QUOTE=Zauberfee]100%.

1st Hand.

More than once

And again next year in april :D[/QUOTE]
Do you make a reservation directly with this hotel or somewhere else?

[QUOTE=Member #2041]At those rates, the SilQ was cheaper than the Dawin, and only a few dollars more than the Majestic Suites or the Key.[/QUOTE]But, do you really LIKE the SilQ? Rooms are dinky and the room layout is more than a bit shaky as well. Plumbing? Probably something we shouldn't mention. For a few bucks more you can get better. Yes, you did get a good price in the end, but you could have used your Agoda points for other facilities of course.

[url]http://www.agoda.com/asia/thailand/bangkok/column_bangkok.html[/url]

Roomus giganticus. Four minutes from BTS Asoke, an in house full sized Villa Market, a great bakery, and a big city class restaurant with free open menu breakfast. Guest friendly as well. Views? Possibly the best in town.

There you go. ;)

Barko,
I am assuming you've stayed at the Column? When I walk over to Foodland (from Soi 19)(is that the market you meant vs Villa) for breakfast I walk by this place. I've read various reveiws, some good, some bad.

Overall how was this place for you?
Thanks!

[QUOTE=Barko]Snipped ...
[url]http://www.agoda.com/asia/thailand/bangkok/column_bangkok.html[/url]

Roomus giganticus. Four minutes from BTS Asoke, an in house full sized Villa Market, a great bakery, and a big city class restaurant with free open menu breakfast. Guest friendly as well. Views? Possibly the best in town.

There you go. ;)[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Jgm005]Barko,

I am assuming you've stayed at the Column? When I walk over to Foodland (from Soi 19)(is that the market you meant vs Villa) for breakfast I walk by this place. I've read various reveiws, some good, some bad.

Overall how was this place for you?

Thanks![/QUOTE]Fuck me. I stand corrected. It is a Foodland. Thx for the heads up.

Yep have stayed there twice this year. First time was the studio, second was a one bedroom. Studio huge, too much empty wood floor, the one bedroom was very good, especially for the location & price. YMMV.

Room: I just move the sofa and chairs so they are right in front of the gargantuan windows. Voila, all the ambiance you need (the view is the star here.) My girlie girls liked the place, but I thought it was a bit sterile so I got a ton of fresh flowers and dressed it up for the stay. Cool huh? (230 baht total.) Bed was a bit harder than my condo, but I don't give a shit, good for my back.

Free breakfast choices for me (there are many): steak & eggs (med-rare over-ez = perfect) and teriyaki salmon with scrambled, xlnt.

Pool is nothing to write home about, but it was clean, and the bar had decent margaritas for the late afternoon massage babies.

Twenty four hour Foodland downstairs (two minutes from room), BTS: four minutes, huge rooms, great price, GF.

The one thing I don't like is crossing Suk at night on the way back from Soi Cowboy, that sucks. But, WTF though it's only a five minute walk, things could be worse.

OK, OK, yeah I admit it, I got a thing for one of the receptionists there, she is sooo fucking hot. We good? ;)

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Gentlemen,

I've booked into President Solitaire Premier Suite Club( Refurbished). Is GP Tower(Tower 2) better or PS?

The pros for PS are: fast check in; late checkout , free soft drinks/beer in the Happy hours, free Wifi but no broad band.

The Pros for GP are free broadband. Couple of hundred bahts more expensive

Both On Soi 11

I have staying at the MS. Every trip to BKK.

The present trip, I booked a Single superior room at 1570baht /night including breakfast. The thing I like this MS. Most is the freindly attitude of the staff and the clean room. Just big enough.

[QUOTE=Barko]But, do you really LIKE the SilQ? Rooms are dinky and the room layout is more than a bit shaky as well. Plumbing? Probably something we shouldn't mention. For a few bucks more you can get better. Yes, you did get a good price in the end, but you could have used your Agoda points for other facilities of course. [/QUOTE]
I honestly don't know. I've never stayed there, but a few folks who's opinions I trust said that they liked it for value and location. I like the fact that it's GF, and I like the location near Asoke, and I like the price. If it's not the greatest, I can surely survive it for 3 days. My other choices were the Dawin and the Majestic Suites. Or I could have paid double and stayed at the Plaza Athenee or the Majestic Grande. I have no need for that for the 3 days I'll be in Bangkok.

I'm certainly not looking for a place that costs $80-90 a night all in. There are tons of them. I was looking for a decent place for under $60, and it was really between the 3 I mentioned: SilQ, Dawin, and Majestic Suites. I am more than familiar with the Majestic Suites. I wanted something closer to Asoke/Cowboy for a change of pace, and maybe a bit nicer if possible, but not for $80+ a night. In a bit more than 3 weeks, I'll certainly know the answer as to how the SilQ stacks up - but the price and location were certainly right, and it's GF. That puts it above the minimum requirement.

The MS. Hotel is just in a prime location for all entertainments activities.

For somereasons, I still like to stay close to NEP and the Nana BTS.

Certainly, there is Nothing wrong to choose a hotel adjacent to Asoke

Station. But, the MS. Price is hard to Beat. $50usd. Totally GF.

Please is anybody familiar with Royal Asia Paradise hotel on soi8 of Shukumvit Rd, is it GF? and accessible to Soi Cowboy? Would appreciate this information.

[QUOTE=Tratnguyen1]The MS. Hotel is just in a prime location for all entertainments activities.

For somereasons, I still like to stay close to NEP and the Nana BTS.

Certainly, there is Nothing wrong to choose a hotel adjacent to Asoke

Station. But, the MS. Price is hard to Beat. $50usd. Totally GF.[/QUOTE]
I have stayed at the MS many times. I was looking for a change of pace, as far as location and I paid the same price for the SilQ (actually even less with my Agoda points discount applied), which, I had heard to be even nicer than the MS.

I totally understand the desire change for a new thing. I almost change a new hotel for this trip. However, in the end, I decided to come back M. S. And like the Old saying " Why fix when things working". And for sure it works out for me.

It is GF

Very easy to get to soi Cowboy,1 BTS station away or a 10 minute walk at most.

[QUOTE=Member #3200]It is GF

Very easy to get to soi Cowboy,1 BTS station away or a 10 minute walk at most.[/QUOTE]It also has a very good tuk-tuk service in case you do not want to walk. Nice rooms at reasonable rates. Free buffet breakfast and it is an excellent one. No hassles at all for your friends. I have been staying there for almost ten years and have always enjoyed myself.

I am flying into BKK in Janaury late at night (11:30pm) just passing through on my way to catch an early morning flight (7:30am) to Ubon Ratchathani. I don't want to go into town for just a few short hours! Anyone have any recommendations for a good short time hotel located near the airport?

Thanks much!

[QUOTE=Suntangh R]Gentlemen,

I've booked into President Solitaire Premier Suite Club( Refurbished). Is GP Tower(Tower 2) better or PS?

The pros for PS are: fast check in; late checkout , free soft drinks/beer in the Happy hours, free Wifi but no broad band.

The Pros for GP are free broadband. Couple of hundred bahts more expensive

Both On Soi 11[/QUOTE]PS is further up the soi. But if GP is more expensive although I've not stayed in GP for some time now, I'd go with the PS.I prefer President Palace except for the damn bell boy who asked an id from my gf thinking she was a working girl. make sure you ask for metered taxi when you go to airport etc and say you do not want mafia taxis which are parked outside both hotels. GP is closer to the BTS and all the happenings in Soi 11.

[QUOTE=Acerboy]PS is further up the soi. But if GP is more expensive although I've not stayed in GP for some time now, I'd go with the PS. I prefer President Palace except for the damn bell boy who asked an id from my gf thinking she was a working girl. Make sure you ask for metered taxi when you go to airport etc and say you do not want mafia taxis which are parked outside both hotels. GP is closer to the BTS and all the happenings in Soi 11.[/QUOTE] Thanks Acer,

I did stay in Pres Solit. The refurbished rooms are far better and more aesthetic than GP. Appear luxurious.

It is in a by road at the end of Soi 11. Quiet area, for people who like it that way. GP's breakfast is better, but nothing matches the BF at Maj Grande.

PS is GF, and there is an exit from the car park side which you can access if don't want to walk the Hall of Shame.

But if you have come for fun and want your spirits pepped up, I would say take the GP Tower 2, away from the birds. Because the moment you get out of GP, Soi 11 is bustling and that lifts your mood!

For much of my BKK travel, the Majestic suites is my Best star deliver

All expected at a reasonnable rate 1570baht/night. For a Single Superior room.

The room is just Big enough for a comfy queen bed, a functional bath and

Large enough closet for a lone traveller.

The Best are the MS. Prime location at this corner soi4 Sukhumvit,

And a totally GF. I also like the idea of knowing exactly what I will

Get from the hotel, and the friendly staff after several times staying

At the Majestic suites.

However, every body has their own favourite place to stay and it is all

Depending what the people expectations like Luxury, Plush hotels

Or lust economy convienence Majestic suites.

I have stayed at LL for last 10 days, checking out tomoroow. Enjoyed it as usual for me. I suppose it depends what your are looking for. As I usually have a fair bit work to get through on a daily basis, I have no better recommendation if that is what you need.

Also went again to Tawandang Brewery, fantastic night out, nearly full for a weeknight, so I imagine it is possible reservations are required for weekend nights. Went with one, but met some other ladies (NWG) and had a roaring time.

Didn't get around to Cowboy or Nana much, but noted earlier the one place I went looking for someone I met previous trip - place had changed to LB club. Tried looking up one of her friends in Cowboy, but could not track the girl down, ended up taking her friend, May, 16(?) from Suzie Wongs, and had a reasonable time. Had gone with her before, so that might be the reason. She is young and and a ball of energy if she is comfortable.

Spent the bulk of the time with a girl I met last time. Boring I know, but very enjoyable, and that is what I came for. Back home tomorrow, I presume depression will start to set in mid week. I might start looking for flights in January...

Now that my regular flight to Dubai has changed and stops for an hour in Bangkok, I am considering spending 24 hours in the city and catching the flight out and onwards the next day. From the forum and as a newbie to Bangkok I assume that getting a taxi from the airport and staying a night at the Majestic Suite Hotel would be the best way to organise my first visit and to start learning my way around the fun of this city. Any better ideas for a first time visitor welcomed.

Majestic Suites is a very good start. You will have all the action you need around the corner, and the BTS station just a few minutes walk, if you want to check out the Cowboy.
PB

Gents;

I have received many PM. Regarding my report on MS. And wondering If I were a part of owner or any related interest with the MS. And How is the world this hotel popular?

Here You Go:

Firstable, I Am Not a part owner Nor having any business tie with the MS. I understand that the MS. And the Majestic Grande have the same owner. However, I stay at the Majestic suites on every trip in BKK.

The MS. Is surely my favourite hotel and I Don't plan to change in the future. So, What are the reasons, I stay at the MS here.?

MS. Location is just unbeatable at the corner of soi4 Sukhumvit for a small walk to NEP at night. The Nana BTS station is only 2 min. Walk. And 1 station away Asoke for soi Cowboy. There are several MP. Close to Majestic suites like Annie's, Aviva, Eden. The bars and restaurants are many at this lower soi.

Also, the MS. Rate is reasonable and totally GF.

[QUOTE=Tratnguyen1]MS. Location is just unbeatable at the corner of soi4 Sukhumvit for a small walk to NEP at night. The Nana BTS station is only 2 min. Walk. And 1 station away Asoke for soi Cowboy. [/QUOTE]

YEs, Location is great. but from Nana to Asok in BTS? no thanks, i'd rather jump in an air conditionned Taxi :)

Gents;

It is very rare for the Taxi driver who wants to take a short distance on Suk. From Nana to soi Cowboy on the meter.

I rather jump on the Skytrain and still have a cool Aircon and much quicker than sitting in the traffic jam Sukhumvit

Road. My own experience for Bangkok transportations is very simple: Use the Skytrain, MRT where I can to move

Around and avoid Traffic and it is much cheaper with Safety.

stayed at this brand new hotel on the same street as the Woraburi Inn off soi 4.
Nice rooms, flat screen TV on wall. If you come in the next few weeks tell them you were referred from the "maxim" hotel and they may give you a room for 1260 baht with breakfast. Otherwise its 1400. They are extremely friendly , no fee for guest, they will be getting their own tuk tuk to take you down soi 4.
One day I payed for my room then at 2pm I told them I had a change of plan and if I could check out and get a partial refund. They said because I charged a credit card, they couldn't do it but if I came back one day would be free of charge. I did come back 3 days later and they honored it. There's a pool but it's mostly covered, there is a small spot for sunning, and they will be adding a fitness center.

[url]http://bosssuites.com/overview.php[/url]

[QUOTE=Tratnguyen1]Gents;

It is very rare for the Taxi driver who wants to take a short distance on Suk. From Nana to soi Cowboy on the meter.

I rather jump on the Skytrain and still have a cool Aircon and much quicker than sitting in the traffic jam Sukhumvit

Road. My own experience for Bangkok transportations is very simple: Use the Skytrain, MRT where I can to move

Around and avoid Traffic and it is much cheaper with Safety.[/QUOTE]

Motorcycle taxi...live a little.

[QUOTE=Tratnguyen1]Gents;

It is very rare for the Taxi driver who wants to take a short distance on Suk. From Nana to soi Cowboy on the meter.[/QUOTE]

Spoken like a true tourist :D

Taxi drivers LOVE short distances, they get 35 thb for a minute or 2... versus sometimes sitting in the car for ages and making 45 thb.

Nana to Cowboy by taxi, even in the evening should not take more than 10 minutes. 3 minutes by Motorcycle.

[QUOTE=Tratnguyen1]It is very rare for the Taxi driver who wants to take a short distance on Suk. From Nana to soi Cowboy on the meter.[/QUOTE]

This should be: "It is very rare for the [mafia] Taxi driver who [is parked ouside of Nana or Soi Cowboy or Patpong]". All other taxi drivers (i.e. the ones moving past) have no problem turning on the meter.

[QUOTE=Tratnguyen1]Gents;

I have received many PM. Regarding my report on MS. And wondering If I were a part of owner or any related interest with the MS. And How is the world this hotel popular?

Here You Go:

Firstable, I Am Not a part owner Nor having any business tie with the MS. I understand that the MS. And the Majestic Grande have the same owner. However, I stay at the Majestic suites on every trip in BKK.

The MS. Is surely my favourite hotel and I Don't plan to change in the future. So, What are the reasons, I stay at the MS here.?

MS. Location is just unbeatable at the corner of soi4 Sukhumvit for a small walk to NEP at night. The Nana BTS station is only 2 min. Walk. And 1 station away Asoke for soi Cowboy. There are several MP. Close to Majestic suites like Annie's, Aviva, Eden. The bars and restaurants are many at this lower soi.

Also, the MS. Rate is reasonable and totally GF.[/QUOTE]


The last 2 years I changed. After the Dynasty Group finished their new hotels inside soi 4 I always stay there.

Dynasty Grande is very nice with very big rooms and wonderful bathrooms.

Dawin in is just as great, but smaller rooms. Both these hotels have swimming pools and are brand new, so I think its a better deal.

I still think that Majestic suites is a great choice, but I found something better.
The rooms in Majestic are very small, and they have no pool in the hotel.

The walk from the Dynasty hotels are just about 3 minutes to Nana Plaza.

Important to not book the Dynasty Inn, because thats old and dirty.
But the new hotels a little down the soi are just great.

Gents;

Actually, I checked the price on Dynasty Grande down on soi4 and that was much more than MS. Single superior room. Definitely, the Dynasty group new hotels a little far

Walking to NEP and Nana BTS. And Are much newer than MS. I just like the MS. For the convienence and the room

Is Big enough for me with a GF at night in the queen size bed. What is more than knowing the whole staff and the

Cleaning crew after 5 trips to this hotel?

Hi Guys,

My first time in Bangkok in a few weeks time and only staying for 1 night due to travelling on to UK.
I have a room booked at the IBIS Sathorn and after much research on ISG I have booked an escort called Vicky for a 3 hour session.
Just wondering if anyone knows if there will be any dramas with the hotel and girls visiting, and if it's pretty straight forward for the girl to get to the room.

Cheers

[QUOTE=Tratnguyen1]Gents;

Actually, I checked the price on Dynasty Grande down on soi4 and that was much more than MS. Single superior room. Definitely, the Dynasty group new hotels a little far

Walking to NEP and Nana BTS. And Are much newer than MS. I just like the MS. For the convienence and the room

Is Big enough for me with a GF at night in the queen size bed. What is more than knowing the whole staff and the

Cleaning crew after 5 trips to this hotel?[/QUOTE]
Well eh yes... By the way I like to stay in Bangkok, in different hotels, they have different rates.

[QUOTE=LoveAsianBabes]Hi Guys,

My first time in Bangkok in a few weeks time and only staying for 1 night due to travelling on to UK.
I have a room booked at the IBIS Sathorn and after much research on ISG I have booked an escort called Vicky for a 3 hour session.
Just wondering if anyone knows if there will be any dramas with the hotel and girls visiting, and if it's pretty straight forward for the girl to get to the room.

Cheers[/QUOTE]

Book a room for two. Same price. So they will have nothing to say.

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]Admiral Suites Bangkok
Suk Soi 22 (corrected from 20)
[url]http://www.admiralsuites.com/[/url]

Superior Studio Internet Rate 1,799 Baht
Comfortable room with King size bed, large safe, walk-in closet, separate working area, Wega TV, CD player with stereo, fully equipped kitchenette with large refrigerator, microwave oven, dining table and a large glass sliding door to balcony
*Free daily breakfast *Free unlimited Internet access
• Maximum 2 Persons per room in existing beds
Plus 1 Child under 12 years old (in existing beds)
• Rates are per room in Thailand Baht (THB),
inclusive 7% VAT and 10% Service charge

Has a pool and gym.[/QUOTE]I recently stayed at the Admiral Suites from 8/20/09 to 10/20/09 and had a great stay. My rate was 1260 baht/night all inclusive, but I did not get the breakfast. I was a walk in but had checked the AS website beforehand and when the front desk initially quoted us a higher rate than the website, I went behind the front desk and showed them the 1260 rate. No problem at all, 1260 it is. Then my friend asked them if they would upgrade our rooms as we were staying for two months, they checked with the GM, and once again, no problem.

The rooms are pretty much as MP describes above, they also had a DVD player in the room and they also have laundry facilities next to the gym. The maids will do your laundry for you if you like, ironing included, I would give them 100 baht and they were more than happy. One thing I didn't like, and it is not really a big deal for me, is that there are not a lot of English speaking channels available on the TV.

The service was excellent and they have no joiner fee. As a matter of fact the night security guy would give me a surreptitious thumbs up if I came home with a real beauty.

The location is good, Queens Park Plaza a few minutes walk away and Cowboy is fairly near. There are also many other bars and massage places along the soi as well.

Overall a good stay and I would go back there again.

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Hi guys,

Any stay here recently and can provide a review? Do they charge joiner fee?

Clean rooms? Breakfast provided? Easy to book thru their website?

Pros and Cons of staying here?

Thanks

Has anyone stayed at this hotel? The website shows some fantastic suites and at a very reasonable price too. And they specify that they do not charge any joiner fees !

[QUOTE=Monopoly]Hi guys,

Any stay here recently and can provide a review? Do they charge joiner fee?

Clean rooms? Breakfast provided? Easy to book thru their website?

Pros and Cons of staying here?

Thanks[/QUOTE]
I stayed at Silq a couple of months ago.
I quite liked it, but not convinced it is best value for money in the area. Rooms are a little bit small for the money. Otherwise good. I didn't try the basic room as was booked out. Breakfast room is very small but not a big problem for a small hotel. No pool. Its hard to remember everything now (I remember the girl more so).

Stayed in Fx Asoke recently because got a good deal on Wotif. But price has gone up now.
These rooms are classy but a little cluttered with so many things provided included in the price.

Haven't found the perfect Hotel yet!

[QUOTE=M P Lurker]I stayed at Silq a couple of months ago.
I quite liked it, but not convinced it is best value for money in the area. Rooms are a little bit small for the money. Otherwise good. I didn't try the basic room as was booked out. Breakfast room is very small but not a big problem for a small hotel. No pool. Its hard to remember everything now (I remember the girl more so).

Stayed in Fx Asoke recently because got a good deal on Wotif. But price has gone up now.
These rooms are classy but a little cluttered with so many things provided included in the price.

Haven't found the perfect Hotel yet![/QUOTE]

I'm here at the SilQ as I type this. IMHO, it's good value if booked on Agoda at around $48/nt plus $8 tax - excluding breakfast. Less so if booked on their site directly, as there, you will end up paying around $67 all in including breakfast.

The walk to Sukhumvit/Asoke BTS is probably around 150-200 meters. It's about 60 meters past the Key and the Grottino on the same Soi.

The rooms are beautifully appointed, but also pretty small - but not quite as small as those of the Majestic Suites. It has an in-room safe, and a free internet PC in the lobby, which I am on right now. No joiner fee. Has a fridge, but no mini-bar - a combo that I definitely like.

One MAJOR plus, is the quality of the beds and bedding - comparable to a Westin Heavenly bed, and quite unusual for a hotel in this class and price.

My only gripes are that I wish it were slightly closer to Sukhumvit, and I wish it had a pool and exercise room. Overall, good to very good, but not perfect.