Bangkok Hotels

[QUOTE=Arikara;1447378]Has anyone tried iCheck Inn on Sukhumvit 7/1? I prebooked 4 nights there (August 17th-21st) at the beginning of my trip. Price was nice, $130CDN total. Just wondering if anyone has stayed there before, couldn't find much in the way of reviews since it is a brand new hotel.[/QUOTE]Walked down Soi 7/1 today in search of this iCheck Inn. The soi is slightly curved so you can't see all the way down while standing on Suk, but about 10meters in you can see a large sign for the hotel. I actually missed the entrance the first time down and walked all the way down to the end of the soi. I double backed and saw the entrance on the same side of the soi as Eden Club and Dr. BJs.

It's in a pretty sweet location. As I just mentioned, it is literally 10 meters passed Dr. BJs, surrounded on all sides by bars and the like. I walked in and the lobby is small, a little dark, but still quite nice. There appears to be a bar down there, although I didn't really see anything. There was a Euopean dude with luggage waiting on the couch in the lobby, and another European couple at the front desk haggling over something.

I asked to see a room, and the lady said 'solly kaaaa, we fully booked, no loooooom. Maybe come back after 3 O'cock, we have loom then. '

So in answer to your question, they are most definitely open and doing business. I can't give you any details beyond that because I was unable to return after 3 O'cock. If I'm in the area today, perhaps I'll drop by again.

[QUOTE=Kumbu;1453961]Walked down Soi 7/1 today in search of this iCheck Inn. The soi is slightly curved so you can't see all the way down while standing on Suk, but about 10meters in you can see a large sign for the hotel. I actually missed the entrance the first time down and walked all the way down to the end of the soi. I double backed and saw the entrance on the same side of the soi as Eden Club and Dr. BJs.[/QUOTE]Awesome, thanks for the info. Didn't realize it was that close to everything. Going to be an interesting trip. 2 weeks and counting.

Hi,

Can anybody tell me if Imm Fusion is a girl friendly hotel or not and your experience.

Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=NewLook11;1454648]Hi. Can anybody tell me if Imm Fusion is a girl friendly hotel or not and your experience. Thanks in adv.[/QUOTE]Turned this up on another forum.

[I]Pro's.

Clean, safe, cheap room! I booked directly from their website at 800bht / night for a basic room and was greeted by a King size bed, ensuite (shower only) and complimentary bottled water daily. I think wifi's included too but I used my own 3G sim as I've already paid for it.

30min Cab ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport. 200thb with toll.

5min walk from On Nut BTS.

Carrefour and a small local mall just around the corner.

Cheap local night market / food / massage on your doorstep (Think I paid 150thb for a 90min foot massage at a local place, both receptions were tapping away on their iPhones but nobody could speak English)

Girl friendly, I've seen many guys bringing girls back and hotel staff doesn't seem to mind. However it's definitely not a party house, some families do stay there.

Room included your own safe.

Swimming Pool / Gym / In House Massage etc.

Con's.

Quite far away from the action, BTS to Siam is about 15 20min from memory. But I like riding the BTS with locals and just observe their everyday lives in general.

Room is a tad small, don't get me wrong it has everything you need + a King size bed for a single room. But could barely fit much else in here.

Breakfast ends at 10 11am I think, which is super early either way.

Overall a very positive experience and definitely would recommend it if you're looking for something under 1000thb a night. [/I]

[QUOTE=NewLook11;1454648]Hi. Can anybody tell me if Imm Fusion is a girl friendly hotel or not and your experience. Thanks in adv.[/QUOTE]I stayed there in 2011. I didn't test their girl friendliness but I saw Farang / Thai-couples there so I assume you would have no trouble. The main entrance hall is a bit pompous and you have to pass the reception (which is in the middle of the hall) to get to the lifts. Rooms are comfy and ok by my standards. The BTS and Tesco are just next door. It is right by a highway ramp so airport transfer is a bit quicker from On Nut than some other parts of Sukhumvit. They arranged an early breakfast as my plane was leaving at 7 am For 1000 baht a night it is not a bargain but still decent value, especially if you need for some reason stay away from Nana / Asoke area.

For a late return from Nana or Soi Cowboy you need to get a cab or a motorbike taxi, though.

[QUOTE=Kurre; 1454853]1000 baht a night it is not a bargain but still decent value, especially if you need for some reason stay away from Nana / Asoke area.

For a late return from Nana or Soi Cowboy you need to get a cab or a motorbike taxi, though.[/QUOTE]I think it is a good price. However location is not really great for taking girls for short time, as is a bit far from Cowboy. Some girls ask where your Hotel is before agreeing to ST. 5 stops on BTS away from Asoke (but BTS closes around midnight I think).5. 5 Km. If she happens to live in On Nut district and will go home after going with you, then little problem.

I live further out than On Nut, LOL, so am used to getting a late taxi back.

Phachara Suites.

22 Sukhumvit Soi 6, Klongtoey.

Highly recommended. Stayed here about a dozen times in all. Little bit more expensive than say the Majestic Suites but for a smoker the balconies are a bonus. Sortalike serviced apartments with daily cleaning / replenishments it is ideally located between Soi Nana and Soi 8. BTS is a 2 min walk down Soi 6 or you can circle thru 4-8. Soi 11 is a 5 min walk as well.

Very professional discrete staff. They chk the I'd of girls I bring back yet allow my longtime TGF a keycard up to the room when she flies into BKK without issue.

Rooms are spacious and have washer / drier, full size fridge. 1/2 tv's and full size mirrors facing the bed.

Breakfast is an OK only buffet and espresso cafe an extra *expensive* charge (go to Soi 8 for coffee instead)

Well worth a look especially if you book their in advance promotions.

Cheers

Does anyone know anything about this hotel on Soi 13.

Thanks

Hello all,

Newby going to BKK would like some advice on a hotel. I would like a good value close to the action with a breakfast buffet maybe. I arrive Aug. 22.

Thanks in advance.

Hi all,

Has anyone stayed in S15 before? I know it's guest friendly hotel, but read somewhere in TA, everytime need go down to pick the lady because of the key card to activate the lift?

I'll be in BKK for 2 weeks, now choosing between Park Plaza or S15.

Thanks for the advice in advance.

[QUOTE=Jasonamo; 1455288]Hello all,

Newby going to BKK would like some advice on a hotel. I would like a good value close to the action with a breakfast buffet maybe. I arrive Aug. 22 Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Suggest the Mandarin Oriental or the Peninsula. Both have excellent breakfast and all the actions are close enough.

[QUOTE=Duniawala;1455505]Suggest the Mandarin Oriental or the Peninsula. Both have excellent breakfast and all the actions are close enough.[/QUOTE]Or just taking the [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord140][CodeWord140][/url]/

Neither is near the 'action. ' Both are not g / f unless you 'partner' is smartly non-tarty dressed and both are expensive.

About the only thing you are correct on is the excellent buffet breakfast.

[QUOTE=Scorchin;1455510]Or just taking the [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord140][CodeWord140][/url]/[/QUOTE]That's exactly what Duni was doing, pissing to OP. Just some old timer's humor . LOL

[QUOTE=Duniawala;1455505]Suggest the Mandarin Oriental or the Peninsula. Both have excellent breakfast and all the actions are close enough.[/QUOTE]Bad joke. Not a nice way to treat a fellow monger. Shame on you.

[QUOTE=Jasonamo; 1455288]Hello all,

Newby going to BKK would like some advice on a hotel. I would like a good value close to the action with a breakfast buffet maybe. I arrive Aug. 22 Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Go to Agoda. Com. Search hotels in Bangkok for your dates. Use the filters to narrow the number of choices. For example, for hotel area select Sukhumvit. Any hotel along Sukhumvit from the Nana BTS station to the Phrom Prong BTS station will be close to Nana Plaza, Soi Cowboy and the oil massage parlors. Find your price range and read the reviews. If you filter the reviews for "solo travelers" many will be written by guys who are mongering in the neighborhood.