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[QUOTE=BananaBoi;1926614]Are there hotels along Beach Road or 2nd Road between soi 7 and Walking Street that allow check in with no passport or credit card? Looking for something a little more upscale than a short time hotel.[/QUOTE]You can always pay cash in any hotel.
"No passport" might be more difficult. I think hotels are required by law to have their guest's ID details on record.
Of course, now you made me curious. Why wouldn't you show your passport to the hotel reception?
[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht;1926745]Of course, now you made me curious. Why wouldn't you show your passport to the hotel reception?[/QUOTE]I don't usually carry a passport with me. I carry cash and a photo ID that I can afford losing. There have been times when I walk on Beach Road or just see a random girl in an alley or iBar who I want to do ST with and would rather rent a $40-50 room than take them back to my place, on first visit anyways.
[QUOTE=BananaBoi;1926762]I don't usually carry a passport with me. I carry cash and a photo ID that I can afford losing. There have been times when I walk on Beach Road or just see a random girl in an alley or iBar who I want to do ST with and would rather rent a $40-50 room than take them back to my place, on first visit anyways.[/QUOTE]Most hotels will probably accept an official photo ID. After all that is what all Thai carry.
[QUOTE=BananaBoi;1926762]I don't usually carry a passport with me. I carry cash and a photo ID that I can afford losing. There have been times when I walk on Beach Road or just see a random girl in an alley or iBar who I want to do ST with and would rather rent a $40-50 room than take them back to my place, on first visit anyways.[/QUOTE]For non-locals what kind of photo Ids (that are accepted in hotels) you suggest bro? I agree that carrying Passport is too risky.
[QUOTE=Samar01;1927043]For non-locals what kind of photo Ids (that are accepted in hotels) you suggest bro? I agree that carrying Passport is too risky.[/QUOTE]I always carry my passport, never had any problems with it.
Don't you have an official ID card? How do you identify yourself at home?
[QUOTE=BananaBoi;1926762]I don't usually carry a passport with me. I carry cash and a photo ID that I can afford losing. There have been times when I walk on Beach Road or just see a random girl in an alley or iBar who I want to do ST with and would rather rent a $40-50 room than take them back to my place, on first visit anyways.[/QUOTE]Just have the girl use her ID. If she doesn't have an ID you don't want her anyway. Use your big head.
[QUOTE=RandyMurican;1927225]Just have the girl use her ID. If she doesn't have an ID you don't want her anyway. [/QUOTE]Cool. Never thought of this.
[QUOTE=RandyMurican;1927225]Just have the girl use her ID. If she doesn't have an ID you don't want her anyway. Use your big head.[/QUOTE]Your suggestion is a smart alternative.
It seems like ST hotels (and AirBnB) are under increased scrutiny by the authorities to have foreigners register w / a passport ID and report it, the same as mainline accommodations do. Some of us prefer anonymity in those situations, and some of us don't carry their passport at all times. Another increasing pressure for the hobby.
SL.
[QUOTE=Sunlover2;1927280]Your suggestion is a smart alternative.
It seems like ST hotels (and AirBnB) are under increased scrutiny by the authorities to have foreigners register w / a passport ID and report it, the same as mainline accommodations do. Some of us prefer anonymity in those situations, and some of us don't carry their passport at all times. Another increasing pressure for the hobby.
SL.[/QUOTE]How does the US passport card work in lieu of a regular passport? I got one, which is specifically for travel within North America. But, it is still a good cheap second form of national ID that fits in your wallet. You can leave your real passport book at the hotel. Anyone have any experience with using the passport card in Asia?
[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht;1927194]I always carry my passport, never had any problems with it.
Don't you have an official ID card? How do you identify yourself at home?[/QUOTE]Bro,
I am just saying carrying a passport is risky and pain in the neck. If you lose it, it's a big deal.
What alternate forms of ID for non-Thai citizens are acceptable?
On a lighter note, at home me they let me in when I ring the bell.
[QUOTE=Eszpresszo;1927288]How does the US passport card work in lieu of a regular passport? I got one, which is specifically for travel within North America. But, it is still a good cheap second form of national ID that fits in your wallet. You can leave your real passport book at the hotel. Anyone have any experience with using the passport card in Asia?[/QUOTE]I have never been asked for any ID in any of the ST hotels. I always keep my passport in the hotel room safe. My driving license is the only ID I carry in my wallet while moving around town. But so far noone has asked me to provide an ID while using ST hotels. It is always the girl who gives her ID while using ST hotel.
[QUOTE=Manfield04;1922579]I will be staying at LK The Empress at the end of this month. Anyone who has stayed at this hotel before, is it possible to bring more than one girl (not at the same time) during the day?
Thanks.[/QUOTE]I have stayed there recently in mid August. I had 3 girls visit my room in one day at different time slot and there were no problems. Never brought two at same time hence not aware of joiner fees.
[QUOTE=Samar01;1927398]Bro,
I am just saying carrying a passport is risky and pain in the neck. If you lose it, it's a big deal.
[/QUOTE]Losing my ID card is worse. Belgians are required by law to always carry an ID card when they go out. Passport is only necessary when travelling outside of Europe. Without an ID card I cannpt access various government websites, cannot legally identify myself, cannot get certain medication at social security tariffs, . . . It may take up to a month to get a replacement ID card.
If I should loose my passport abroad I go to the nearest Belgian consulate or embassy and ask to be issued a "laissez-passer" document. No big deal and at home I just ask for another passport.
[QUOTE=Samar01;1927043]For non-locals what kind of photo Ids (that are accepted in hotels) you suggest bro? I agree that carrying Passport is too risky.[/QUOTE]I take my passport and departure card to one of the many photo shops around town. They photocopy both in color, reduce the images to credit card size, place them back to back and laminate them so that they're durable and waterproof. The shop on Soi Buakhao near Soi Diana charges 120 THB, and I've been able to use this form of ID all over town when requested. Passport and departure card stay safe in hotel safe.
Good idea re. Photocopy. I have photos of my passport, METV, and Departure card on my phone.