Bangkok Hotels

[QUOTE=Luvpuss;1381929]I like Phachara better, definitely. I was just giving an opinion of overall rating, including price of course. Phachara use to have the exact price as Dynasty. Now Phachara has raised their price about 10-15% above. Not much, but an issue for some. If price is no object, JW Mariott.[/QUOTE]Last stayed at the dynasty grande late 2011 then Phachara Suites feb last year and was not too impressed with either, but the phachara was better. Liked having the kitchenette, but the clean up in the room was lousy and the room stank of smoke even though it was meant to be non smoking.

I thought the dynasty grande was run down. Worn out everything in the rooms but they also tried to charge me for minibar stuff I did not use, blood staining sheets and also for phone calls I did not make.

I'm staying at Grand sukhumvit also in soi 6 next, arriving in a fortnight (got loads of accor points so almost free) and will report on how that place is.

Budget matters so sadly won't be able to comment on JW Marriott but would like to be able to.

I will be visiting for the first time in June I plan on spending four or five days in Bangkok and then two weeks in Pattaya. I have a late flight that does not get into BKK until 12:30 AM I want to get a hotel that is right in the heart of the action and easy for a newbe to BKK to figure out the scene and get some action on my first night. I was thinking of staying at the Nana Plaza hotel but I am open to any other suggestion from the board. I am looking for a modest price room. Where is a good place for a newbe to stay his first night so he can find the action late at night on the first night.

Thanks

Chris

[QUOTE=Chris Long; 1382074]I will be visiting for the first time in June I plan on spending four or five days in Bangkok and then two weeks in Pattaya. I have a late flight that does not get into BKK until 12:30 AM I want to get a hotel that is right in the heart of the action and easy for a newbe to BKK to figure out the scene and get some action on my first night. I was thinking of staying at the Nana Plaza hotel but I am open to any other suggestion from the board. I am looking for a modest price room. Where is a good place for a newbe to stay his first night so he can find the action late at night on the first night.

Thanks

Chris[/QUOTE]Nana Hotel would be the last on my list. I stayed there once for one night. The room was clean, but that is all what was "nice" about it. Airco either off or on "Arctic", fluorescent lights in the room, pay extra for internet, interior design of the Vietnam War era (Great if you want to get that original "R&R"-feeling, but I stayed in military barracks that had more character). For 50 USD you can get better in Bangkok.

Have a look at [url]http://www.bargirlfriendlyhotels.com/bangkok-girl-friendly-hotels/[/url]

[QUOTE=OldHarry; 1381996]Last stayed at the dynasty grande late 2011 then Phachara Suites feb last year and was not too impressed with either, but the phachara was better. Liked having the kitchenette, but the clean up in the room was lousy and the room stank of smoke even though it was meant to be non smoking.

I thought the dynasty grande was run down. Worn out everything in the rooms but they also tried to charge me for minibar stuff I did not use, blood staining sheets and also for phone calls I did not make.

I'm staying at Grand sukhumvit also in soi 6 next, arriving in a fortnight (got loads of accor points so almost free) and will report on how that place is.

Budget matters so sadly won't be able to comment on JW Marriott but would like to be able to.[/QUOTE]I have stayed at Grand Suk and it is fine. It is however the "tour group" hotel for the area so expect large crowds of people.

I stayed at the majestic grande in late 2011. Annie's Soapy Message is right across the street. Nana plaza a few blocks walk, soi cowboy is short taxi, this is a nice midrange hotel. No joiner fee. No problem. Its nice

12 Soi Pha Suk, Khlong Toei, Khlong Toei, Bangkok

[QUOTE=Mojo Bandit; 1383209]I stayed at the majestic grande in late 2011. Annie's Soapy Message is right across the street. Nana plaza a few blocks walk, soi cowboy is short taxi, this is a nice midrange hotel. No joiner fee. No problem. Its nice

12 Soi Pha Suk, Khlong Toei, Khlong Toei, Bangkok[/QUOTE]Absolutely agree; excellent hotel and above all location, location, location.

A plus is Nana BTS on the door (nearly) giving access to other key areas.

And of course near Gullivers and the Beer Garden. The collapse of Soi 33 means that Soi Cowboy is as far as one needs to go for many MPs. Many FLs and many bars.

[QUOTE=OldHarry; 1381996]Last stayed at the dynasty grande late 2011 then Phachara Suites feb last year and was not too impressed with either, but the phachara was better. Liked having the kitchenette, but the clean up in the room was lousy and the room stank of smoke even though it was meant to be non smoking.

I thought the dynasty grande was run down. Worn out everything in the rooms but they also tried to charge me for minibar stuff I did not use, blood staining sheets and also for phone calls I did not make.

I'm staying at Grand sukhumvit also in soi 6 next, arriving in a fortnight (got loads of accor points so almost free) and will report on how that place is.

Budget matters so sadly won't be able to comment on JW Marriott but would like to be able to.[/QUOTE]I have always stayed in Dynasty Grande when I stay in Bangkok either before or after I go upcountry to Udon or down to Pattaya.

I have always had a room in the back building non smoking was always clean and tidy.

My thai wife always likes it here. Always talks with cleaners and tips them (probably asking them to tell on me if I bring a st lady while she is out)

Room was always very well cleaned sheets always clean bathroom well done with new soaps clean towels.

Staff at desk were always polite and helpful.

I like the DG as it is central but quiet location internet is good selection of tv channels for when I land and I am shattered.

If I wanted a room for a couple of days I would book into ever rich inn across the street from majestic suites (ever rich has bigger rooms)

Reasonable internet, big shower anf the King rooms have a view. The queen rooms are smaller with no window.

Good place for a couple of days mongering

Good choices below. Just make sure you avoid the NANA HOTEL at all costs.

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy;1383672]Good choices below. Just make sure you avoid the NANA HOTEL at all costs.[/QUOTE]Unless traveling with your wife. Then it is a good idea to use the Nana Hotel.

[QUOTE=Pita123;1384196]Unless traveling with your wife. Then it is a good idea to use the Nana Hotel.[/QUOTE]Right. If you want a good laugh look up some of the hotels that are popular with mongers on Tripadvisor and read what some of the "uninformed" have to say when they discover the true nature of the hotel.

[QUOTE=OldHarry; 1381996]Last stayed at the dynasty grande late 2011 then Phachara Suites feb last year and was not too impressed with either, but the phachara was better. Liked having the kitchenette, but the clean up in the room was lousy and the room stank of smoke even though it was meant to be non smoking.

I thought the dynasty grande was run down. Worn out everything in the rooms but they also tried to charge me for minibar stuff I did not use, blood staining sheets and also for phone calls I did not make.

I'm staying at Grand sukhumvit also in soi 6 next, arriving in a fortnight (got loads of accor points so almost free) and will report on how that place is.

Budget matters so sadly won't be able to comment on JW Marriott but would like to be able to.[/QUOTE]Run down? Serious? I'm here now, and I don't see that at all. Maybe you are upset at whatever happened there mix up or not. If you think it's run down, you must have real high standards and will have to stay at high high end places only. I think for value, quietness, good gym and amenities offered this is a good deal.

[QUOTE=Pita123;1384196]Unless traveling with your wife. Then it is a good idea to use the Nana Hotel.[/QUOTE]If you are an old man loser with no money, class, cleanliness (bring your own bug spray) , or appreciation of a decent living environment, go for it.

[QUOTE=Pita123;1384196][QUOTE=NicFrenchy;1383672]Good choices below. Just make sure you avoid the NANA HOTEL at all costs.[/QUOTE]Unless traveling with your wife. Then it is a good idea to use the Nana Hotel.[/QUOTE]You are cruel. I think no judge would find it difficult to award her a divorce on basis of you putting her in the Nana Hotel.

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht;1384295]You are cruel. I think no judge would find it difficult to award her a divorce on basis of you putting her in the Nana Hotel.[/QUOTE]Cruelty is part of this kind of irony.

[QUOTE=Wolvenvacht;1384295]You are cruel. I think no judge would find it difficult to award her a divorce on basis of you putting her in the Nana Hotel.[/QUOTE]Wonder what happened with that guy whose wife's passport was sent to the police for to be logged as a hooker when they were staying at the Nana Hotel.