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[QUOTE=Member #2041]If you're going to stay at that location, that far from Sukhumvit, I would recommend the CitiChic, about a block away where Soi 11 & Soi 13 meet. It's nicer, and the rooms are quite spacious and well appointed.[/QUOTE]How far is CitiChic from the main road or to the BTS.

Planning to move from Dynasty Inn Grande since they rates seem to going up higher and higher since I stayed there 1.5 years. Thai food is ok, nothing to shout about at Dynasty.

Have to recommend a nice restaurant I have eaten at several times.
Between Soi 10 and 12 there is a square full of Korean restaurants and korean shops, very close to Times Square building and Asoke BTS station.
On the left side is "Las Casa Trattoria/Pizzeria" The food there has been superb every time, and not many Italian restaurants impress me.
I normally order fish.

Meanwhile the "Seafood Palace" nearby is a rip off (well very expensive anyway).

Location: good for shopping & business. Close to 2 Skytrain stations: Rajadamri (5-10 mins walk or free tuk-tuk) or Chitlom (10-15 mins walk). Not much of interest within immediate walking distance, unlike Sukhumvit. You can walk to Sukhumvit in about 30mins if the weather is good.

Hotel services: room v good, gym v good, pool average, service discreetly excellent. Ordered condoms through room service at 3am and they arrived within 5mins. Food good and v reasonably priced. Only 1 restaurant. No executive room for Marriott Gold/Platinum members. Internet is chargeable.

Price: $134 w/o breakfast through Marriott web site;

$106 incl breakfast via asiaroom (but no Marriott reward points).

Nightlife: none in hotel. Spassos in Hyatt Erawan is the only nearby option, although Patpong, CM2 and Sukhumvit are walkable when it's not humid. Otherwise it's the Skytrain; Patpong only 1 stop away. Absolutely no problem bringing guests back.

The cheapest of the 3 Marriotts in town, so a good option for racking up the Marriott reward nights. But not the best location.

Do anybody any info on Grand Inn Hotel - Soi 3. i would like to know whether they have an elevator? and this the place new and clean.

Thnx

[QUOTE=Acerboy]How far is CitiChic from the main road or to the BTS.

Planning to move from Dynasty Inn Grande since they rates seem to going up higher and higher since I stayed there 1.5 years. Thai food is ok, nothing to shout about at Dynasty.[/QUOTE]

It's an 8-10 minute walk from the CitiChic to Sukhumvit and the Nana BTS stop.
It's 8 minutes walk from the CitiChic to the Soi 7 Biergarten, cutting through the parking lot of the Park hotel.

I did the same - IMHO,the Dynasty Grande is now at least 2680 vs 2300 for the CitiChic - but the Dynasty has a MUCH better pool and somewhat better workout room. Rooms are comparable, but the CitiChic is trendier - breakfast is included at the CitiChic, not the Dynasty Grande, and the CitiChic has free internet PCs in the lobby.

IMHO, if they cost the same, I'd stay at the Dynasty Grande - for the pool and the location. For 400 or so more/nt, it's a close call.

Does anyone know the GF situation at the Park Hotel across from Soi 7 Biergarten? What are their nightly rates these days?

What about the Swiss Park Hotel in Soi 11?

Another I've stayed at in the past is Honey Hotel, soi 19.

Or if anyone has other ideas of a decent place in this price range (800-1900 or so), I'd love to hear it. I seriously doubt there's anything acceptable for as little as 800 these days, so probably toward the high end of that spectrum is better.

I once made the mistake of staying at the Miami, so I want to avoid a place like that -- dirty, seedy, old, run down, tv not working well enough to actually watch it, AC barely working, etc.

Thanks

Hey Cactus J! Don't take it personnel as everyone goes on first impressions when they go to a country out side of the US. A lot of stuff you see there you may not see here in the states right off, like the bug carts on the streets of Bangkong or Pattaya. Well I guess you're never see them here!!! LOL And of course, I wouldn't blame you if you don't eat the bugs!!! LOL If you see a lot of locals going to a restaurant then you're pretty much assured that it's ok to eat there! Heck! I've seen rats in San Francisco and Los Angeles! And I've heard that the ones in New York City are huge!

[QUOTE=Cactus J]Sorry I just thought it was not a good sign. I must admit an awful lot of people eat there and that would not be the case if they all got sick. Just wanted you all to know what I saw.

Cactus J[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Have to recommend a nice restaurant I have eaten at several times.
Between Soi 10 and 12 there is a square full of Korean restaurants and korean shops, very close to Times Square building and Asoke BTS station.
On the left side is "Las Casa Trattoria/Pizzeria" The food there has been superb every time, and not many Italian restaurants impress me.
I normally order fish.

Meanwhile the "Seafood Palace" nearby is a rip off (well very expensive anyway).[/QUOTE]

Try this one, not far off Soi 33, almost walking distance from G's Lodge

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Between Soi 10 and 12 there is a square full of Korean restaurants and korean shops, very close to Times Square building and Asoke BTS station. [/QUOTE]Mick,

Are there any Korean MPs or similar establishments with Korean girls?

I used to live in LA, where the MPs are/were totally in Korean hands. The Korean girls gave great massages, but because the police were cracking down on them, it was difficult to get any sex, at least not on the first visit.

On the second visit, even though not a word was said, using obvious signs, you were offered almost anything. Sometimes and totally without warning, you were given a rim job. (Not before the third visit). It meant that her backdoor was available too. So patience paid off! I love Korean ladies!

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]Try this one, not far off Soi 33, almost walking distance from G's Lodge[/QUOTE]
I saw it from the taxi when returning from Bangkok Cozy through the back Sois. So I'll give it try soon.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]It's an 8-10 minute walk from the CitiChic to Sukhumvit and the Nana BTS stop.

I did the same - IMHO,the Dynasty Grande is now at least 2680 vs 2300 for the CitiChic - but the Dynasty has a MUCH better pool and somewhat better workout room. Rooms are comparable, but the CitiChic is trendier - breakfast is included at the CitiChic, not the Dynasty Grande, and the CitiChic has free internet PCs in the lobby.[/QUOTE]8-10 mins ain't that bad. can't beat the Dynasty Grande thou. CitiChic is free internet I guess.Well I guess I'll check out this trip. don't use much of the pool and gym. Dynasty should take care of their regular guest by giving preferential rates but they don't seem to be able to do that.

The other is Key Hotel which interest me. I may walk over there and check that out as well.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]I saw it from the taxi when returning from Bangkok Cozy through the back Sois. So I'll give it try soon.[/QUOTE]L'Opera is one of the best Italian restaurants in Bangkok. It has authentic Italian cuisine, but not 'cucina' style but more the established upper class business style. Dress well if you go there.

It is located in Soi 39, half way through when you come from Sukhumvit, in a corner building. The road turns left there.

From Soi 33 (Livingstone's) you walk up the road and turn right at the end. After 300 m. you find the restaurant on the right hand side.

You usually need to call and reserve a table before you go there, otherwise you will have to wait for at least one hour. If somebody needs the phone number - PM.

The Management
Livingstone's Lodge Co., Ltd.

[URL]www.livingstones.co.th[/URL]

[QUOTE=Acerboy]The other is Key Hotel which interest me. I may walk over there and check that out as well.[/QUOTE]
There have been several reports that the Key is no longer guest friendly at all. Too bad, as it's well located and appears to have very nice rooms.

[QUOTE=Giotto]L'Opera is one of the best Italian restaurants in Bangkok. It has authentic Italian cuisine, but not 'cucina' style but more the established upper class business style. Dress well if you go there.

You usually need to call and reserve a table before you go there, otherwise you will have to wait for at least one hour. If somebody needs the phone number - PM.

[/QUOTE]

If I remember correctly, there are actually two restaurants, they share the same kitchen, same salad bar but separated by a wall and w/ two different entrances:

1. More upscale, white linen table cloth, nice wine list, nice 'candlelight'...I go there with my business clients.
2. More 'family' style, with red checker table cloth, brighter lights....I visit here with my 'friends' ;)

Both are good.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]There have been several reports that the Key is no longer guest friendly at all. Too bad, as it's well located and appears to have very nice rooms.[/QUOTE]

Had the Key booked for 30 days in December at 2000 Baht a day with breakfast for their 1 bedroom. They showed me the room and I opted out! Not looking at all like website. Felt very small and dirty.
I liked the location, But chose to stay at the Adelphi suites on soi 8. Very nice for the same rate excluding Breakfast, This Brand new hotel is great and very GF.

The key let me know they were 1 guest at a time no problem, 2nd was a charge!

[QUOTE=Rikusa]Had the Key booked for 30 days in December at 2000 Baht a day with breakfast for their 1 bedroom. They showed me the room and I opted out! Not looking at all like website. Felt very small and dirty.
I liked the location, But chose to stay at the Adelphi suites on soi 8. Very nice for the same rate excluding Breakfast, This Brand new hotel is great and very GF.

The key let me know they were 1 guest at a time no problem, 2nd was a charge![/QUOTE]

Well, certainly the Adelphi suites on Soi 8 would be a GREAT deal at 2000 baht/nt. The best rate that they offerred me was 2800/nt in early December, which is why I ended up at the CitiChic for 2300.

[quote=member #2041]well, certainly the adelphi suites on soi 8 would be a great deal at 2000 baht/nt. the best rate that they offerred me was 2800/nt in early december, which is why i ended up at the citichic for 2300.[/quote]

it was for 1 bedroom for 30 days booked thru internet. studios are very nice also and i met walk ins who paid 2400 for studio including a very good breakfast. they are part of compass group (grand president, pres solitaire, pres park) the hotel was very girl friendly and clean. rojos is restaurant downstairs. its ok! pricey. they have a small pool on 16th floor.
located on soi 8 is ideal 200 yards from suk, 50 yards to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url]!!!

only complaint might be the ac is a bit loud in some rooms. not mine! but did here some complaints.

citichic is a part of majestic family? i beleive. you cant beat the hotels ran by that family. ms and mg. just didnt like where its located down deep in the soi

rikusa

[QUOTE=Wendella]Does anyone know the GF situation at the Park Hotel across from Soi 7 Biergarten? What are their nightly rates these days?

What about the Swiss Park Hotel in Soi 11?

Another I've stayed at in the past is Honey Hotel, soi 19.

Or if anyone has other ideas of a decent place in this price range (800-1900 or so), I'd love to hear it. I seriously doubt there's anything acceptable for as little as 800 these days, so probably toward the high end of that spectrum is better.

I once made the mistake of staying at the Miami, so I want to avoid a place like that -- dirty, seedy, old, run down, tv not working well enough to actually watch it, AC barely working, etc.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Hi,

The Park across BG7 is worst run down hotel. In the budget you are looking there a pretty clean & decent hotel Everrichinn, between soi5 & 7, near the Indian resturant. It is pretty clean GF, no fancy resturants but basic wetern & thai food is avaiable.

Cheers

In early December, I could only get a Platinum Suite at the President Solitaire for two nights, so I switched to CitiChic (about two minutes' walk from PS if you go the back way). Stayed at CitiChic for four nights.
Here's the Web site for the [url="http://www.citichichotel.com/index.html"]CitiChic Hotel[/url] for more detailed info, prices and reservations. For comparison, here's the Web site for the [url="http://www.majesticsuites.com/"]Majestic Suites[/url]. I paid 2,500 baht a night at CitiChic for a Double Deluxe room with a small terrace. The same-sized room without terrace is 2,300 baht/night. The CitiChic only has those two types of rooms and the price includes breakfast for two. The MS has four types of rooms, ranging in price from 1,315 baht to 2,050 baht/night. The difference has to do with the size of the room, whether it has a bath tub and whether you get one or two breakfast coupons.
My room didn't have a bath tub, only a shower, but that might have been because it was a corner room on the ground floor, therefore with a bit smaller bathroom. I booked at the last minute and CitiChic was pretty full at the beginning of December, so I didn't argue the point.

Evil

I can never get the photos to load in the right order, but they are labeled Citi-1, Citi-2, etc.

[quote=rikusa]it was for 1 bedroom for 30 days booked thru internet. studios are very nice also and i met walk ins who paid 2400 for studio including a very good breakfast. they are part of compass group (grand president, pres solitaire, pres park) the hotel was very girl friendly and clean. rojos is restaurant downstairs. its ok! pricey. they have a small pool on 16th floor.
located on soi 8 is ideal 200 yards from suk, 50 yards to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url]!!!

only complaint might be the ac is a bit loud in some rooms. not mine! but did here some complaints.

citichic is a part of majestic family? i beleive. you cant beat the hotels ran by that family. ms and mg. just didnt like where its located down deep in the soi

rikusa[/quote]

i'm in the suites now, i have a one bedroom apartment, seperate living room and such. it's strange, we have full kitchen but no pots or pans, no knives, etc... not like i'm cooking or anything but we have cabinets with no shelves, we have no tissue anywhere in the suite, they have two medicine cabinets in the bath but no shelves in them, it's just like it isn't completed yet etc... my price is about the same as your price but for the one bedroom apartment, girl friendly but i not see many mongers, many european elderly couples actually and some families. internet is free, breakfast is ok, no newspaper in the morning, free printing at the front desk, do have computers to use in lobby if you want, etc... but seems sterile to me. they are very girl friendly however, i had friends of the girl i am with over at late hours and during day and they had full run of the place no problem.

my room's air con is fine, but it's strange place, i'll review it later when i have more time but the location, aviva massage, lolitta's, nana bts you can almost spit on, etc... i've got two weeks here so we'll see, but so far i perfer somerset by chidlom if you have to go serviced apartment and it really isn't as friendly as other boutique hotels like giotto's place, i can't find the right words for it so i'll just call it sterile for now. but i don't cruise nana parking lot either and i perfer other mp's so the location to mongering doesn't do much for me.

[QUOTE=Inch15]Do anybody any info on Grand Inn Hotel - Soi 3. i would like to know whether they have an elevator? and this the place new and clean.

Thnx[/QUOTE]

Used to take my overnight sex excercises there, for 1.000 Baht, when I was staying on the other side of the river, Marriott Royal gardens riverside, and didn't want my crew to know about it. I was married at that time.

Its an old one. Used to be well maintained, clean and always girl friendly. Have elevator ok, very small coffee shop next to reception but with room service.

Front rooms are bigger with a sofa.

Not a bad choice if you are on a budget although it must be more expensive now.

El Greco

I'm looking to book my second trip to BKK this Feb. I'm considering staying at either the Nana Hotel or maybe the Majestic.

My question is this. I see the standard room listed for 1290 B per night. What type of bed does that get me, a single? I want to make sure I get a double or queen size bed at least. I plan on having a guest for an evening or two and want to make sure we're both comfortable and have enough space. I don't want two seperate beds, as I'm looking forward to snuggling with those sweet Thai cuties. When I reserver my room do I need to get a superior or deluxe instead in order to get the bed size that I want?

I see that Nana Hotel is guest friendly, but even though they are "friendly" is there still a joiner fee? What's the protocol for bringing a guest in, do they have to leave their ID at the desk?

Sorry if some of these questions have been asked before. I'm still sifting through past posts.

Member #3060,

I never stayed at the Nana but once met another forum member in his room there. His room was also a standard one and the bed was queen size. All you got to do is to add a comment that you don't accept a twin (two seperate beds) when making the reservation. You can send them a mail and ask for confirmation, print it out and show it to them at Check-In in case of any probs.

Rooms are really just basic and don't look nice at all, a shitty dump IMHO, but if you want a room in prime location close to the action it may fit your needs.

The hotel is girl friendly and all they ask for is the ID of your guests which will be returned as soon as they leave. This is for your own security, they call you when the girl leaves alone to make sure everything is ok.

The homepage of the Dynasty (Hotel) Group announces the opening of the Dawin Hotel in Bangkok in early 2008. Anyone with info on this property?

Before I made my first trip to Bangkok/Pattaya three years back, I went on a couple of Thailand forums to get suggestions on hotels. What I found is that the Nana Hotel is basic at best but they have the best location because they are across from Nana Plaza and their parking lot is a gathering place a ton of lovely working girls. So I booked the Majestic Suites around the corner and less then 200 yards from the Nana Plaza entrance and the Nana hotel parking lot. The Majestic Suites has very nice rooms and they all have double, queen or king size beds. No singles and you get a basic free breakfast when you stay there. They are girl friendly and they collect the girls ID card at the front desk before you go upstairs with your girl. I would suggest staying at the Majestic Suites because it a lot nicer then the Nana Hotel. Just my opinion as the Majestic is the hotel I've stayed in when in Bangkok.

Here is their website...

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

[QUOTE=Member #3060]I'm looking to book my second trip to BKK this Feb. I'm considering staying at either the Nana Hotel or maybe the Majestic.

My question is this. I see the standard room listed for 1290 B per night. What type of bed does that get me, a single? I want to make sure I get a double or queen size bed at least. I plan on having a guest for an evening or two and want to make sure we're both comfortable and have enough space. I don't want two seperate beds, as I'm looking forward to snuggling with those sweet Thai cuties. When I reserver my room do I need to get a superior or deluxe instead in order to get the bed size that I want?

I see that Nana Hotel is guest friendly, but even though they are "friendly" is there still a joiner fee? What's the protocol for bringing a guest in, do they have to leave their ID at the desk?

Sorry if some of these questions have been asked before. I'm still sifting through past posts.[/QUOTE]

ok, after a week here in a one bedroom apartment i feel that i can comment. if going for serviced apartments i like somerset suwan park better still. if you are going for location and you like nep then you can't beat the location. personally i think i would be more comfortable at trying the legacy on soi 22 (a sister apartment complex). it is funny walking up to the bts past [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] every day and seeing the ladies, damn most of them have bigger legs then i do and i'm a hippo !! i sure never remembered them looking that big but i was only concentrating on their mouth when i was there (a while ago). [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url] is about 30 meter from the hotel, aviva is another 30 meter and the bts is another 30 meter. beer garden, eden, gullivers, nep, etc... all super close, heck even cowboy is a short walk or short bts away from this place. it is girl friendly, but i do not see a lot of mongers in this place yet, it's only two months old. interent is free but they charged 1200 baht for driver (company pays) from airport. no pots or pans in kitchen, you need to request. they stock your full sized fridge with minibar crap, tv's in both rooms, they have cordless phone which is nice, washer / dryer, hot water is hotter then #$@! and i love hot showers so be careful on the settings. air con is colder then cold and no noise in my room. dvd / vcd / cd player, nice work desk, little table, rain water shower system plus the tub etc... pool, well they say they have one but i've seen bathtubs that are bigger. but i must say it was fun seeing a bunch of girls over to swim in it. ;)

overall... if i was wanting to stay near nana, i would pick this over landmark / jw / or such. and the price on corporate rate was excellent, much lower then higher end hotels and more space and room. no problems with the guests, housekeeping is excellent, but just seems like it isn't finished yet. only open two months so far. but i guess i'd rather be farther away from this area, more towards 22 or back to chidlom area. it by far is not a friendly and nice as a boutique hotel and doesn't give you a warm and fuzzy home type feeling that's for sure.

oh breakfast, not the best i've had in asia but it won't kill you to eat it. but i sure am not going to wake up just to go down and eat it.

I have recently stayed in 4 Bangkok Hotels ranging in price from roughly 1800++ to just over 3000 Baht all inclusive:
Livingstones Lodge, Dynasty Grande, Grand President, Majestic Grande.

Friendliness: LL wins easily with MG 2nd. GP a bit weak on service but some staff were exceptions, so O.K.

Hi Class/Luxury/Pompousness: MG, GP, DG, LL.

Value for money: LL, GP, DG, MG (same order as cheapest to dearest). So paying more doesn't provide enough extra to be worth the money although GP was a big room so perhaps worth the extra money. It depends how much of luxury feel you are looking for.

Breakfasts: MG, GP, LL, DG (Dynasty Grande breakfast not free and bad as well). MG breakfast superb.
LL still serves breakfast at midday where others have closed breakfast at 10:30.

All had swimming pools.

All had internet however MG not free, and GP and DG not wireless. GP had hassles associated with Internet usage Accounts.
I would go back to any of these hotels but reservations about MG unless on a good price as room wasn't that big for the price. My price could have been better if I booked more in advance.

Misc:
The daytime western food at DG was very bad several times.
LL the fridge wasn't cold enough (gas low ?) so they swapped it for me.

MG is very convenient to Nana Plaza which doesn't interest me at all these days. DG and GP are reasonably close to Nana skytrain (and O.K. for Soi Cowboy), and LL is close enough to PhromPhong skytrain and to Soi Cowboy.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]...
The daytime western food at DG was very bad several times.
LL the fridge wasn't cold enough (gas low ?) so they swapped it for me.
...
[/QUOTE]Mick Licker,

Please report the fridge problem to the management, that we can check / exchange that fridge.

Thanks


Giotto

[QUOTE=Giotto]Mick Licker,

Please report the fridge problem to the management, that we can check / exchange that fridge.

Thanks
Giotto[/QUOTE]
Perhaps I wasn't clear. The fridge was swapped over (exchanged) at the time. Others might not be so finicky about the exact level of coldness of a fridge.

The technician and helper just carried one firidge out and another in. So no problem. I was certainly happy with the rectification.

Probably the management don't have to be too concerned over minor things :)

Dynasty Grande needed a more severe rectification like firing the day time chef, which probably wasn't going to happen.

Coming in to BKK for first 2 weeks of February. Do any of you there know of hotels offering special promotions at this time?

Previously stayed in Livingstone, JWMarriott, Grand President, Citidines and Somerset (see my previous posts for reports).

To choose one of those for quality and value for money I recommend Citidines - the modern style of new places like Citidines seem to be springing up over BKK. I've read recent posts about Adelphi, Legacy etc.

Any updated advice on new places/promotions would be great.

Hi all,

I am going to be in Bangkok from the 25th to the 4th of Feb. I will be on a business trip so will be confined to the Grand Hyatt in ploenchit however since lots of us will be there, wont do anything there and have started looking around for places nearby (to go to at night with guests ;) )

So far have narrowed my search to:

cape-house-langsuan-serviced-apartment
arnoma-hotel
holidayinn
chateau-de-bangkok
jim-s-lodge
Swissotel

Can anyone tell me as to which one is the most GF? (Current status, found differing opinions in the thread).

Thanks

Advice please.

Plucked up the courage to go to Thailand for the first time for total debauchery / mongering the lot (sissy i hear you shout). Going on own.

Have quite alot of money, want somewhere of quite good class, maybe not taking on businessmen though, close to all the action (wherever that is), definetly Girl friendly / safe etc.

Probably Bangkok for 3 nights and Pattaya for 7.

Any suggestions?

Plus, have I picked the best two destinations.

[QUOTE=Daddy San]Mick,

Are there any Korean MPs or similar establishments with Korean girls?

I used to live in LA, where the MPs are/were totally in Korean hands. The Korean girls gave great massages, but because the police were cracking down on them, it was difficult to get any sex, at least not on the first visit.

On the second visit, even though not a word was said, using obvious signs, you were offered almost anything. Sometimes and totally without warning, you were given a rim job. (Not before the third visit). It meant that her backdoor was available too. So patience paid off! I love Korean ladies![/QUOTE]

Daddy,

You need to make your way to Hawaii. The Hostess Bars and AMP's are mostly Korean owned. Excellent options, $200 for massage and FS, and I know what you mean about the K-Girls!

Bangkok does have the venues and the all nighters, so that's hard to pass up.

Peace,
AT2

3 days in Bangkok, 7 in Pattaya is a very reasonable distribution of your time:

In Bangkok, stay in a guest-friendly hotel in the Sukhumvit area - read the Bangkok Hotels forum for all of the good choices in whatever price/class range you wish. The must see venues in Bangkok are Nana Plaza, Soi Cowboy, the Soi 7 Beirgarten, as well as a Soapie Massage and a full service oil massage. If a 3-some with ladies who are also into each other is your thing, add Eden Club to the list. Patpong is mostly a rip-off, except for the Star of Light BJ bar.

In Pattaya, there are so many venues where there is amazing action that I wouldn't want to limit you. There are lady bars everywhere, there are massage places everywhere, there are a gazillion Go Gos on Walking street, and I have personally found that some of the very best ladies can be found along the sidewalk on the beach side of Beach Road between Soi 7 and Soi 13/4, for remarkably cheap prices (like 500 baht for short time).

As a newbie, the most important advice I can give you BY FAR is, DO NOT FALL IN LOVE!!!!!!!! The girls don't love you, they love your money, and the fact that you will lavish it on them. They are highly skilled at playing guys in your situation. If you are thinking you are falling in love, take a step back, and go find other ladies - you'll fall in love just as quickly with them, and there are ALWAYS more, prettier, friendlier, better, sexier ladies to be found at the next bar or go go.

[QUOTE=Bored2676]Hi all,

I am going to be in Bangkok from the 25th to the 4th of Feb. I will be on a business trip so will be confined to the Grand Hyatt in ploenchit however since lots of us will be there, wont do anything there and have started looking around for places nearby (to go to at night with guests ;) )

So far have narrowed my search to:

cape-house-langsuan-serviced-apartment
arnoma-hotel
holidayinn
chateau-de-bangkok
jim-s-lodge
Swissotel

Can anyone tell me as to which one is the most GF? (Current status, found differing opinions in the thread).

Thanks[/QUOTE]

From this list, most of these I am familiar with are NOT guest friendly - especially the Holiday Inn and Chateau de Bangkok. I strongly suggest that you read this forum for the names of the places where all of the experienced folks here stay. They run the gamut from ~1300/nt places like the Nana hotel, Dynasty Inn, Majestic Suites, & EverRich Inn, to 5* 6000/nt places like the JW Marriott, Sheraton Grande, Plaza Athenee, and a whole bunch in between in the 2000-3500/nt range, such as the Dynasty Grande and Livingstone's Lodge.

Sorry, duplicate post

[QUOTE=Bored2676]Hi all,

I am going to be in Bangkok from the 25th to the 4th of Feb. I will be on a business trip so will be confined to the Grand Hyatt in ploenchit however since lots of us will be there, wont do anything there and have started looking around for places nearby (to go to at night with guests ;) )

So far have narrowed my search to:

cape-house-langsuan-serviced-apartment
arnoma-hotel
holidayinn
chateau-de-bangkok
jim-s-lodge
Swissotel[/quote]If you are prepared to pay for Swissotel and the like. You might as well try the Somerset Suwan on Soi Tonson. Tthat is girl friendly

[QUOTE=Bored2676]Hi all,

I am going to be in Bangkok from the 25th to the 4th of Feb. I will be on a business trip so will be confined to the Grand Hyatt in ploenchit however since lots of us will be there, wont do anything there and have started looking around for places nearby (to go to at night with guests ;) )


Thanks[/QUOTE]

I spend lots of time in the Grand Hyatt and am very adept at going stealth mode when others from my company are there. I used to have the same problem with not wanting to have any of my colleagues knowing what I was up to. Getting another room and hunting elsewhere does make it easier, but with Spasso's down in the basement, you are already at a great spot to pick up some really nice freelancers.

The first thing you need to try and do is get yourself on a different floor from your colleagues. Not easy to do, but worth the effort. Try to be the last one to check in of your group or else pay for an upgrade to a floor they are not likely to be, like one of the Grand Club floors. In stealth mode you will also want a room close to the elevators.

The biggest problem is going through the lobby. Assuming you are in Spasso's alone though that is no problem in that you can take the basement elevator which is right out side of Spasso's. Just hope none of your colleagues gets on at the lobby level.

Going stealth adds a bit of excitement. And in the end unless someone sees you actually take a girl to your room, they really don't know,

And if anyone spots you in Spasso's or anywhere else talking it up with a girl, just say you are only in "tag and release" mode. It is none of their business anyway.

in getting the girl up to your room.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]From this list, most of these I am familiar with are NOT guest friendly - especially the Holiday Inn and Chateau de Bangkok. I strongly suggest that you read this forum for the names of the places where all of the experienced folks here stay. They run the gamut from ~1300/nt places like the Nana hotel, Dynasty Inn, Majestic Suites, & EverRich Inn, to 5* 6000/nt places like the JW Marriott, Sheraton Grande, Plaza Athenee, and a whole bunch in between in the 2000-3500/nt range, such as the Dynasty Grande and Livingstone's Lodge.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the views. Based on this, have narrowed my list down to:

Centre point Langsuan / Centre point wireless and / or Plaza Athenee (bit pricey). Would like to stay in Ploenchit near my hotel thats why. So what do you think? heard centre points are pretty ok as far as visitors are concerned?

[QUOTE=Bored2676]Hi all,

I am going to be in Bangkok from the 25th to the 4th of Feb. I will be on a business trip so will be confined to the Grand Hyatt in ploenchit however since lots of us will be there, wont do anything there and have started looking around for places nearby (to go to at night with guests ;) )

So far have narrowed my search to:

cape-house-langsuan-serviced-apartment
arnoma-hotel
holidayinn
chateau-de-bangkok
jim-s-lodge
Swissotel

Can anyone tell me as to which one is the most GF? (Current status, found differing opinions in the thread).

Thanks[/QUOTE]

From Many major mongering locations, girls will know a nearby ST hotel where you will get a room for 2 hrs for 300 Baht probably. STs are good as you need some sleep.
So you only need worry about a good cheep Hotel if you intend the whole night or as a fallback option. This is best with girls you know already but absolutely essential.

Bored2676,

I was in a similar situation at the Grand Hyatt (great place! ). I started staying at The Landmark, 2 skytrain stops away, and explaining that I was doing it for economical reasons (half the price). Not as nice as the Hyatt, but certainly adequate, and right in the center of things and away from co-workers (until they figure it out.) Good luck, and have fun. There is also the Intercontinental, across the street from the Hyatt, which I think is comparable to Hyatt in quality, price, etc.

[QUOTE=Bored2676]Thanks for the views. Based on this, have narrowed my list down to:

Centre point Langsuan / Centre point wireless and / or Plaza Athenee (bit pricey). Would like to stay in Ploenchit near my hotel thats why. So what do you think? heard centre points are pretty ok as far as visitors are concerned?[/QUOTE]

Personally, for what you're looking for, I'd get something that's right near the Nana BTS station - as that will be the easiest way to get back and forth to the Hyatt, and it's right smack in the midst of the action thus minimizing transport time between getting laid and getting back to work.

Closest to Nana BTS are:

inexpensive places (1300-1500/nt): Majestic Suites and EverRich Inn
midrange places: (2500-3000) Adelphi Suites, Dynasty Grande
Higher end places: (4000+) Landmark, Sofitel Grande Sukhumvit

Tall Tom's approach below is also a good one, and any of the places I listed in the two top tiers above could be reasonable places for you to stay and justify it by saving your company some bucks (although perhaps not, it depends upon how your corporate travel department is dealing with this trip).

Real thanks for your reply.

I think the advice about "don't fall in love" is very apt. I'm new. I will have attention. I will think it is real. However, I want to have lots of experiences so move to others. This will hopefully "keep it real". Can you be nice to girls and not be a butterfly?

Choosing a hotel? Now, the context is I'm new, bit scared and even though I will never see the other guests much again, the walk of shame etc. And going to the hotel desks worries me (although I've done that same in UK but not mongering, just fat munters). I also want to walk to most of the action

So, GF is absolutely key.

In Bangkok I can either:

Superior room in the landmark

Or

Junior suite in Dream Hotel

For more or less the same money.

You can never give bad advice and I'ld rather have an opinion than a dilemma. So over to you.

Thanks for what you've already done so far and I hope for the next update.

Working out Pattaya next with regards to the same context. Any ideas?

[QUOTE=Member #2041]3 days in Bangkok, 7 in Pattaya is a very reasonable distribution of your time:

In Bangkok, stay in a guest-friendly hotel in the Sukhumvit area - read the Bangkok Hotels forum for all of the good choices in whatever price/class range you wish. The must see venues in Bangkok are Nana Plaza, Soi Cowboy, the Soi 7 Beirgarten, as well as a Soapie Massage and a full service oil massage. If a 3-some with ladies who are also into each other is your thing, add Eden Club to the list. Patpong is mostly a rip-off, except for the Star of Light BJ bar.

In Pattaya, there are so many venues where there is amazing action that I wouldn't want to limit you. There are lady bars everywhere, there are massage places everywhere, there are a gazillion Go Gos on Walking street, and I have personally found that some of the very best ladies can be found along the sidewalk on the beach side of Beach Road between Soi 7 and Soi 13/4, for remarkably cheap prices (like 500 baht for short time).

As a newbie, the most important advice I can give you BY FAR is, DO NOT FALL IN LOVE!!!!!!!! The girls don't love you, they love your money, and the fact that you will lavish it on them. They are highly skilled at playing guys in your situation. If you are thinking you are falling in love, take a step back, and go find other ladies - you'll fall in love just as quickly with them, and there are ALWAYS more, prettier, friendlier, better, sexier ladies to be found at the next bar or go go.[/QUOTE]

Popper8469,

Other folks I know speak very highly of the Dream - I personally have not stayed there. I personally feel that the Dynasty Grande and Majestic Grande are better values than the Landmark, but I have not stayed at the Landmark either. All 4 of these choices are very well located. I personally don't mind a bit of a walk, and I really like the CitiChic, as a very nice bargain in a brand new boutique hotel, but it's a 10 minute further walk, or a 40-baht cab ride to the action compared to those other choices. For my money, If I were in your shoes, I'd pick whichever is cheaper out of the deluxe rooms at the Dynasty Grande or Majestic Grande. But the reality is, of those 5 places, there are no bad choices. All of these except for the Landmark are quite new - and IMHO, the Landmark is starting to show it's age and could use a bit of a refreshing - 10 years ago, it was regarded as the best place in the area.

As for Pattaya, I tend to like to stay away from Walking Street (for 10 baht each way, you can hop on the Baht buses that circle the main part of Pattaya). For me, I like either the Sabai Lodge, or, as a bargain, the affiliated Sabai Inn right across the street. If staying at the Sabai Lodge, don't get the cheaper rooms, as they're not so good, the rooms at the Sabai Inn are better and cost less. But the nicer rooms at Sabai Lodge are a cut above (but will also cost more). Other folks may have other preferences in Pattaya - but I find that being near the Big C mall is very practical, and it's so easy to get to Walking street by Baht bus that there is no real benefit in being there, and the noise might keep you awake at night.

As for not falling in love, and not being a butterfly, I try to strike a balance. The ladies I really like, I generally see 2,3, or 4 times. But I don't really let it go further than that, and I don't mislead them into thinking it's anything more than it is.

Anyone stayed here? Apparently new, cheap, walking distance to Nana. Guest policy?

Pinnacle Sukhumvit Inn, Bangkok
6/13-16 Soi NaNa Nue, Sukhumvit 3/1,
Sukhumvit Road, Klong Toey, Bangkok 10110

[QUOTE=Member #2041]3 days in Bangkok, 7 in Pattaya is a very reasonable distribution of your time:

In Bangkok, stay in a guest-friendly hotel in the Sukhumvit area - read the Bangkok Hotels forum for all of the good choices in whatever price/class range you wish. The must see venues in Bangkok are Nana Plaza, Soi Cowboy, the Soi 7 Beirgarten, as well as a Soapie Massage and a full service oil massage. If a 3-some with ladies who are also into each other is your thing, add Eden Club to the list. Patpong is mostly a rip-off, except for the Star of Light BJ bar.

In Pattaya, there are so many venues where there is amazing action that I wouldn't want to limit you. There are lady bars everywhere, there are massage places everywhere, there are a gazillion Go Gos on Walking street, and I have personally found that some of the very best ladies can be found along the sidewalk on the beach side of Beach Road between Soi 7 and Soi 13/4, for remarkably cheap prices (like 500 baht for short time).

As a newbie, the most important advice I can give you BY FAR is, DO NOT FALL IN LOVE!!!!!!!! The girls don't love you, they love your money, and the fact that you will lavish it on them. They are highly skilled at playing guys in your situation. If you are thinking you are falling in love, take a step back, and go find other ladies - you'll fall in love just as quickly with them, and there are ALWAYS more, prettier, friendlier, better, sexier ladies to be found at the next bar or go go.[/QUOTE]



That’s a very-very informative response to a newbie usual questions.

All the juice of many visits to BKK and Pattaya in a few words.

Very well done.


El Greco

Real thanks again.

I also agree with Gringo. Concise and very informative.

As a newbie you wade through the page but you get inundated with data and trying to change that to a concise piece of information can be difficult. You narrowing down helped me with my last piece of research for bangkok.

So for Bangkok, i'm staying in Dream. The rooms we on a deal on Expedia at 25% off. Much cheaper than at the hotel website. This is for the first 3 days.

I'm then going to stay in Pattaya for 6 nights. Haven't booked yet. Looked at the SAbai Lodge and looks great. They also talk about the Sabai Wing. Any ideas? Also, in the Sabai Lodge does it really matter what pool. Is one cut above the rest?

Final night in Bangkok i'm staying in the Dynasty. Deluxe room was 40% cheaper than the majestic so i took your advice.

Thanks again

Paul

[QUOTE=Member #2041]Popper8469,

Other folks I know speak very highly of the Dream - I personally have not stayed there. I personally feel that the Dynasty Grande and Majestic Grande are better values than the Landmark, but I have not stayed at the Landmark either. All 4 of these choices are very well located. I personally don't mind a bit of a walk, and I really like the CitiChic, as a very nice bargain in a brand new boutique hotel, but it's a 10 minute further walk, or a 40-baht cab ride to the action compared to those other choices. For my money, If I were in your shoes, I'd pick whichever is cheaper out of the deluxe rooms at the Dynasty Grande or Majestic Grande. But the reality is, of those 5 places, there are no bad choices. All of these except for the Landmark are quite new - and IMHO, the Landmark is starting to show it's age and could use a bit of a refreshing - 10 years ago, it was regarded as the best place in the area.

As for Pattaya, I tend to like to stay away from Walking Street (for 10 baht each way, you can hop on the Baht buses that circle the main part of Pattaya). For me, I like either the Sabai Lodge, or, as a bargain, the affiliated Sabai Inn right across the street. If staying at the Sabai Lodge, don't get the cheaper rooms, as they're not so good, the rooms at the Sabai Inn are better and cost less. But the nicer rooms at Sabai Lodge are a cut above (but will also cost more). Other folks may have other preferences in Pattaya - but I find that being near the Big C mall is very practical, and it's so easy to get to Walking street by Baht bus that there is no real benefit in being there, and the noise might keep you awake at night.

As for not falling in love, and not being a butterfly, I try to strike a balance. The ladies I really like, I generally see 2,3, or 4 times. But I don't really let it go further than that, and I don't mislead them into thinking it's anything more than it is.[/QUOTE]

El Greco,

Totally agree. Has put my mind at rest and has helped me zone into specifics.

[QUOTE=El Greco]That’s a very-very informative response to a newbie usual questions.

All the juice of many visits to BKK and Pattaya in a few words.

Very well done.


El Greco[/QUOTE]

Popper,

All of the pools in the Sabai Lodge are nice. The main rooms to avoid are the Superior rooms by the Dolphin Pool, and the cheapest Deluxe rooms by the Large Pool. Those rooms are the oldest in the place and a bit dark, and they are not as nice as the less costly, larger rooms at the Sabai Inn. Any of the rooms over 2000 Baht at Sabai Lodge are fine. The Sabai Wing looks very nice from the outside, but I've not seen the rooms inside - as they are new and among the most expensive rooms at the hotel, I have no doubt that they are nice. Some folks I know really like the Cottage rooms by the Dolphin Pool. They have front porches that basically serve as grandstand seats to the Dolphin Pool, which is very nice (It was recently re-finished), and you can easily order food and drinks from the Dolphin Pool bar without getting out of your seat. Those rooms or the new Sabai Wing rooms ought to be good choices. Last month, I stayed in the Sabai Inn, and hung out most afternoons at the Sabai Lodge Dolphin pool with some other folks I met on the trip. I also think that the Sabai Lodge's Sala Thai restaurant is one of the better Thai restaurants in Pattaya, and quite reasonably priced. Their menu and kitchen is the same one that all the various Sabai Lodge Pool bars serve from.

Thanks again. Think i'm going to take the Dolphin Cottage. Sounds good and agree about away from the hustle and bustle.

Real thanks and i post a report late March.

Paul

[QUOTE=Member #2041]Popper,

All of the pools in the Sabai Lodge are nice. The main rooms to avoid are the Superior rooms by the Dolphin Pool, and the cheapest Deluxe rooms by the Large Pool. Those rooms are the oldest in the place and a bit dark, and they are not as nice as the less costly, larger rooms at the Sabai Inn. Any of the rooms over 2000 Baht at Sabai Lodge are fine. The Sabai Wing looks very nice from the outside, but I've not seen the rooms inside - as they are new and among the most expensive rooms at the hotel, I have no doubt that they are nice. Some folks I know really like the Cottage rooms by the Dolphin Pool. They have front porches that basically serve as grandstand seats to the Dolphin Pool, which is very nice (It was recently re-finished), and you can easily order food and drinks from the Dolphin Pool bar without getting out of your seat. Those rooms or the new Sabai Wing rooms ought to be good choices. Last month, I stayed in the Sabai Inn, and hung out most afternoons at the Sabai Lodge Dolphin pool with some other folks I met on the trip. I also think that the Sabai Lodge's Sala Thai restaurant is one of the better Thai restaurants in Pattaya, and quite reasonably priced. Their menu and kitchen is the same one that all the various Sabai Lodge Pool bars serve from.[/QUOTE]

Hi Gents!

Has anyone successfully booked an apartment or hotel for one or two month in BKK?

- Where?
- How much low budget?
- Gf friendly?

[QUOTE=Infomatic]Hi Gents!

Has anyone successfully booked an apartment or hotel for one or two month in BKK?

- Where?
- How much low budget?
- Gf friendly?[/QUOTE]Mate, if you are staying for at least one month in BKK, money wise it is definitely better to rent a service apartment or studio room. Hotel is expensive and not all are GF friendly so an apartment is all yours!

Rates for a room per month can be as low as 2000baht! But try to go for the higher range like 500-15000baht per month as you gain access to more facilities and better furnitures, securities, laundhry, room and location. What you can do is to stay a night at budget hotel and checkout upon getting the apartment.

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

Hello to all,

First i would like to thank to all of you for your posts. As a newbie, I pretty much have an idea of what to do and where to do in Thailand by your posts.

I am departing for my first trip on the 9th of February. I planned my trip with a agancy. I got the tickets and the hotel together from them as a package. The cheapest airline ticket I could find was 650Euros including tax but with the package i paid 659Euros including the hotel.

Now I have to choose the hotel I will stay in both Bangkok and Pattaya. There are 2 hotels in each city to choose from.

In Bangkok the hotels are River Side and Twin Towers. I google maped the locations and Twin Towers is closer to the action ( 4km to Nana Plaza). But I have no idea how girl friendly they are. Has anyone stayed at one of them. Which one I should choose.

And in Pattaya the choises are Crown Beach and Aiyara Palace. They are both close to beach road and walking street but also no info for girl friendliness.

Please help me asap. I have to inform the agancy of my choise.

[QUOTE=Infomatic]Hi Gents!

Has anyone successfully booked an apartment or hotel for one or two month in BKK?

- Where?
- How much low budget?
- Gf friendly?[/QUOTE]

google some of the reports, somerset, ascott, citadine, adelphi, legacy, etc... Compass Hospitality is the one operating group (adelphi, legacy) etc... There are hundreds of serviced apartments in bkk, plus many boutique hotels offer discounts for long stays.

Adelphi and all somersets in BKK are girl friendly, etc...

[QUOTE=Monkey Joe]Have any one stayed in this Hotel?
[url]http://www.everrichinn.com/index.html[/url][/QUOTE]
I have never stayed there but I do get my clothes made either at the tailor on the premises or at Ricky's on the same side of the street. I have toured the rooms before. The pictures on the website are accurate. I think it is a pretty nice place, especially for the money. The only thing I do not like is the size of the rooms, which is actually not bad. But it kind of appears crowded with the size of the furniture. Maybe it is just I am used to the spaciousness of the Nana. Overall though, I am sure that Ever Rich would get more stars.

Following the link of everrichin, there is the suggestion of this Hotel, they have some hot deals(no refund of reserve), at 2100 THB, that really seem impressive.
Does anyone knows well this Hotel ? Is it superior or equal to the Dynasty Grande ?

And of course, is it GF ?

Thanks

Montecristo

[QUOTE=Montecristo]Following the link of everrichin, there is the suggestion of this Hotel, they have some hot deals(no refund of reserve), at 2100 THB, that really seem impressive.

Does anyone knows well this Hotel ? Is it superior or equal to the Dynasty Grande ?

And of course, is it GF ?

Thanks

Montecristo[/QUOTE]I've stayed there. It's nothing special. I'd say a step down from the Majestic Suites. Nowhere near the Dynasty Grande. I think I paid 1400 baht. It's also got many rooms with nary a window. It "is" close to the action, though.

OH, and yes, it's GF.

[QUOTE=Redfield10]I've stayed there. It's nothing special. I'd say a step down from the Majestic Suites. Nowhere near the Dynasty Grande. I think I paid 1400 baht. It's also got many rooms with nary a window. It "is" close to the action, though.

OH, and yes, it's GF.[/QUOTE]

Everrich Inn:
I've stayed there for 1 night when the Majestic Suites was booked. It's as good as any of the < 1500 baht places other than the Majestic. I'd say it's pretty good, not great, but fine for 1-2 nights max. Anything longer and the room is too small and too spartan. But it's guest friendly, clean, and very well located. Certainly nowhere near as nice as the Dynasty Grande - not even close to the same class, but it's also half the price of the Dynasty Grande.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]I think Montecristo was intending to be asking about the Grand Mecure Park Avenue but didn't make it as clear as possible.[/QUOTE]


I was asking for the Mercure, in Sukhumvit Soi 22 !
Their 2100 price seemed very atractive, but may have some problems like being non GF
I think the answers were about everrich

[QUOTE=Montecristo]I was asking for the Mercure, in Sukhumvit Soi 22 !
Their 2100 price seemed very atractive, bit may have some problems like being non GF
I think the answers were about everrich[/QUOTE]

Officially, it is not guest friendly. I'm not sure how tough the management is in implimenting that policy, though. Maybe someone who has stayed there recently can answer.

Evil

I stayed at the Dream Hotel recently, in part because of the recommendations of an enthusiastic member of this forum.

Pleased to confirm that the Dream is GF. No hassle with ID cards, or extra charges; also had 2 girls, no problem.

The only slight hiccup was that breakfast for the girl was extra because my room was booked only for single occupant. I think that this could be corrected by booking double occupancy given that the charge is the same for double as single, or perhaps simply by speaking to the front desk.

Very friendly hotel staff. The occasional hot topless guest at the pool (Dream 2 just behind the original Dream has the pool). Good location between Soi Cowboy and Nana. Cool lighting in the room. Impresses the girls.

Hard for taxis to find but the hotel has a little card with the address on it. No problem once I learned to say Sukhumvit Soi Sip Hah (Soi 15) and then tell the driver to keep going straight (throng pai) till we got to the hotel which is some distance down the soi from Sukhumvit.

Overall would recommend.

Sounds great. I'm there in March.

Staying in a Junior suite as it was only £20 a night more.

GF the better. First time, so don't want to be put off.

[QUOTE=Washburn]I stayed at the Dream Hotel recently, in part because of the recommendations of an enthusiastic member of this forum.

Pleased to confirm that the Dream is GF. No hassle with ID cards, or extra charges; also had 2 girls, no problem.

The only slight hiccup was that breakfast for the girl was extra because my room was booked only for single occupant. I think that this could be corrected by booking double occupancy given that the charge is the same for double as single, or perhaps simply by speaking to the front desk.

Very friendly hotel staff. The occasional hot topless guest at the pool (Dream 2 just behind the original Dream has the pool). Good location between Soi Cowboy and Nana. Cool lighting in the room. Impresses the girls.

Hard for taxis to find but the hotel has a little card with the address on it. No problem once I learned to say Sukhumvit Soi Sip Hah (Soi 15) and then tell the driver to keep going straight (throng pai) till we got to the hotel which is some distance down the soi from Sukhumvit.

Overall would recommend.[/QUOTE]

Sooorry, this is a little off subject but Mr Enternational touched on this.

Mr Enternational. I have my clothes made for me in England and as Thailand is renowned for tailoring at a good price, what would you recommend?

Where?

Howe much for a suit? shirt? (so i don't get ripped off)

How long do they take to make?

Do I pay up front (again, slightly worried about being ripped off)

Do I bring examples for homes (especially shirts) so they can see the things I like?

[QUOTE=Mr Enternational]I have never stayed there but I do get my clothes made either at the tailor on the premises or at Ricky's on the same side of the street. I have toured the rooms before. The pictures on the website are accurate. I think it is a pretty nice place, especially for the money. The only thing I do not like is the size of the rooms, which is actually not bad. But it kind of appears crowded with the size of the furniture. Maybe it is just I am used to the spaciousness of the Nana. Overall though, I am sure that Ever Rich would get more stars.[/QUOTE]

Will be in Bangkok for a few days and need a hotel in Patpong area. Cheaper the better. Like $30 and under. I was going tried to book the Wall Street Inn for $32 a night but rooms were unavailable For Feb 9.. 10 and I'll be there 9-13.

My current plan is to try out SOL (BJ Bar) and JC Infinity (Massage) and possibly Versailles (Massage). Saw picks and descrip of JC Infinity and it sounds just like Catherines so I wanted to try it out. Would I be able to just go there and find a cheapo place (I do not plan on bringing any girls to the room.)? I would also be willing to stay at Khao San Road and just taxi myself over if the taxi ride didn't cost too much. How much would that kind of taxi ride be? My budget is low so the Massage places alone are already pushing me pretty far.

[QUOTE=Washburn]I stayed at the Dream Hotel recently, in part because of the recommendations of an enthusiastic member of this forum.

Pleased to confirm that the Dream is GF. No hassle with ID cards, or extra charges; also had 2 girls, no problem.

The only slight hiccup was that breakfast for the girl was extra because my room was booked only for single occupant. I think that this could be corrected by booking double occupancy given that the charge is the same for double as single, or perhaps simply by speaking to the front desk.

Very friendly hotel staff. The occasional hot topless guest at the pool (Dream 2 just behind the original Dream has the pool). Good location between Soi Cowboy and Nana. Cool lighting in the room. Impresses the girls.

Hard for taxis to find but the hotel has a little card with the address on it. No problem once I learned to say Sukhumvit Soi Sip Hah (Soi 15) and then tell the driver to keep going straight (throng pai) till we got to the hotel which is some distance down the soi from Sukhumvit.

Overall would recommend.[/QUOTE]Yes, this is a great hotel.---- lots of comfort, AC is great, internet great. Best botique hotel in lower Sukhumvit area.

Have to tell you about a great restaurant too on Soi 22, about 70m on the right up the soi.--- called High e-sarn. Many of you will recognize the owner who has been your freind for a long time. Food is GREAT. Help support her new enterprise!

Just stayed at the Citadines for the past 2 weeks. Had to pay 2500baht per night due to unplanned trip, every other place I tried was booked out and I only had 1 day to book something.

Anyway, the place is ok.

Very clean rooms and good maid service. Cleaned inside the fridge everyday?

Good facilities in room and everything worked well. Even had a handbook on how to operate the tv, dvd player, air con system and microwave.

Front desk were ok, had my regular TG with me for the whole stay, so she was registered. They still checked that fact quite often. My feeling was that they were not entirely happy, I'm not saying they aren't girlfriendly, but some problems may be encountered. Just a feeling. Found out after a few days that my gf had slipped the maid a few hundred to report on any comings and goings when she was out. Little minx.

Food was rubbish, even breakfast!

Very quite place, inside and out, lucky because my gf is a bit of a screamer.

No street food nearby but foodland 5 minutes away.

Some taxis had to be shown Soi 16!

Seems like they have a business clientelle.

I am not so keen on the location and while the place is ok, I wouldn't stay again if I was alone.

Cheers

Tuck

[QUOTE=Friar Tuck]Some taxis had to be shown Soi 16![/QUOTE]

Sommerset Park View (same mgmt as citadiens) is just down the street and I'll confirm that many drivers not know where 16 is and it's a good hike to Asoke BTS. Park View was however very girl friendly.

To echo a few posts below, a friend from work is just back from Thai holiday with his wife (totally, completely not p4p, at least as far as I'm aware but you never know ....) and they stayed at Dream 2 for a few nights at the start of their holiday. They were well impressed with the place, didn't see anything going on (guests of guests) and highly recomended the place to me.

[QUOTE=Hollow Man]I would also be willing to stay at Khao San Road and just taxi myself over if the taxi ride didn't cost too much. How much would that kind of taxi ride be? My budget is low so the Massage places alone are already pushing me pretty far.[/QUOTE]I can recommend a new place a few minutes on foot from Khao Sarn Rd., Siam III (Super Siam) guest house. Off the main drag on a soi surrounding a temple, it's relatively quiet:

[url]http://www.newsiam.net/ns/index.php[/url]

The rooms are small but super clean and very well maintained. Includes AC, fridge and TV. Double/twin is 840 baht. I think twin is slightly larger. Ask if it's possible to choose when you check in. Not GF so good for crashing alone only. Can book on-line with credit card. Owners are honest and reliable (I have no connection to this place but have stayed there on two different trips). You're in the middle of a backpacker ghetto so lots of cheap places to eat, Internet cafes, etc nearby. Taxi to Siam BTS is about 60. 80 baht, 10 minutes, but it might take more time during rush hour.

Of course there are cheaper places nearby but since I'm no longer the 25 year old hippy, I've gotten a bit soft and need cleaner digs when I travel nowadays. If you need info on other cheap places, feel free to PM me.

Any intel on this hotel? It is supposed to be a brand new 5 star and I am deciding between it and the JW. They are offering great intro rates. Thanks

[QUOTE=DirkDingy]Any intel on this hotel? It is supposed to be a brand new 5 star and I am deciding between it and the JW. They are offering great intro rates. Thanks[/QUOTE]

5000B++/ night? You must have money - I can't spend that much. <smile>

[QUOTE=Dinghy]5000B++/ night? You must have money - I can't spend that much. <smile>[/QUOTE]

Actually, I got it for $120 and $100 a night on ratestogo.com. If this is really a five star hotel, it's a great deal.

[QUOTE=DirkDingy]Any intel on this hotel? It is supposed to be a brand new 5 star and I am deciding between it and the JW. They are offering great intro rates. Thanks[/QUOTE]

I checked it out a bit in mid-December. It looks great from the outside. But I have no idea how the rooms or the service are. Location-wise, it's across the street from Soi Cowboy, but unfortunately, that street is Asoke, and you can't cross it there - you need to use the crosswalks around the Asoke BTS station at Sukhumvit. So, it's 100 feet as the crow flies from Soi Cowboy, but it's more like 300-400 meters to actually do the walk.

Hello everyone! I am in the midst of my first (long) visit to Bangkok and have chosen to stay at Livingstone's Lodge while here. I am about to upgrade my room here but I wish to review my stay over my first week here. Reviews of the girls that I have had along Soi 33 will be in a report shortly forthcoming.

I chose a Superior room at Livingstone's to save a little money over the first week. Overall, Livingstone's is a good place to stay at and I would recommend it to (as others have said) for mongers - especially first time mongers. The all-day breakfast and free internet access are especially welcome amenities here at the Lodge, especially considering what internet access might cost elsewhere in this area (I looked into it at the Novotel Lotus one time when the computer here was busy and I needed something quick and it was expensive there). As has been mentioned before the beds are surprisingly comfortable for a hotel and housekeeping, management, restaurant staff and the Lounge staff have been great over the first week for me. I love the tropical look of the place and love that I have a whole city to monger in and yet come back to what sort of looks like an island paradise - from the inside (pool area, showers, lounge).

I do have a couple of general caveats which I wish to share with you - separated by room versus staff. Please note the following that you should be aware of:

1) Not the hotel's fault, per se, but as I am not a seasoned international traveller, I did not pick up on several quirks in the room when I first arrived and needed help understanding nuances to the following things: sink drain bottom needs a push down each time to to open and close, air conditioning controls were confusing to get consistently cool air (as opposed to freezing air after a couple hours - keep control at "cool and dry-automatic"), air conditioning and light switches are interconnected and so air conditioning shuts off automatically when not in room. Hope this is helpful to newbie North American travellers who may also find themselves in a similar predicament.

2) The one interpersonal thing that has been a letdown is front-desk staff. There has rarely been a late night when I have walked past them when they weren't virtually sleeping at the front desk...a potential troublespot for emergencies and picking up the telephone (daytime calls from North America perhaps???). They are quick to wake up as if they know they might be watched but still... Also had two bad situations when I asked for afternoon wake-up calls and both times, front desk girl set wakeup for wrong time - not 1 PM and 3 PM but 1 AM and 3 AM respectively. Finally, front desk girls seem more than a bit inconsistent with attitude. One seems reasonably nice but another one is notable for her lack of grace and even to the point of talking on (personal phone call???) when I had a request and I had to remind her that I was waiting for a response from her.

Again, overall am happy and hotel is contributing to a good long vacation while in Bangkok. However, caveats should be noted so that surprises are minimized.

Happy mongering!

Michael

[QUOTE=Hoboken Michael]air conditioning and light switches are interconnected and so air conditioning shuts off automatically when not in room.[/QUOTE]

This is actually quite common outside the US, for energy savings. I've never seen it done at a US hotel. The tricky part is that you'll go out to get a bucket of ice or something and lock yourself out!

In the UK I've seen the hallway lights rigged with timers and motion detectors to shut off and save energy. Not sure it's worthwhile when they're all fluorescents to begin with.

In Bangkok, the power authority saves energy for you by occasionally failing. I can say from experience that there is no place on earth quite as dark as the Lodge's upstairs interior hallway during a power outage.

[QUOTE=Etaoin2003]This is actually quite common outside the US, for energy savings. I've never seen it done at a US hotel. The tricky part is that you'll go out to get a bucket of ice or something and lock yourself out![/QUOTE]
It is quite easy to overcome this by keeping at hand an old card door key from a previous hotel and insert it in the mainswitch slot of your room.
Those switches do not operate with the magnetic strip of the room card but simply by the insertion of anything that resembles a card (size, thicknes, stiffness, no pun intended)
You can leave your aircon for the whole duration of time you are out.
Heòlps a lot if you leave something under charge (cellular, laptop) when you leave the room for eating at the restaurant)
Unless the chamber maid is smart (and mean) and removes your card when she services the room
But usually they are not bothered:

[QUOTE=Bionicman]Those switches do not operate with the magnetic strip of the room card but simply by the insertion of anything that resembles a card (size, thicknes, stiffness, no pun intended)[/QUOTE]

Not in newer hotels, they are specific for their own key cards (Adelphi Suites on Soi 8 for one). So just get a third key from the front desk or take the cleaning staff's generic card.

I’m glad I waited until the end of my trip to write a review for the lodge, as had I done so the first or second night this would not have been completely accurate.

First off, I choose the hotel primarily due to its prominence on the forum I was a newbie to BKK and wanted to ease into mongering in Thailand. I had originally thought I would check out many other places other than Soi33, but this didn’t happen. My other choice was Citichic, in which I did have a booking at 2300 all inclusive.

At LL I stayed in an Executive suite at 3200 per night plus 10% Service Charge and 7% VAT, so close to 4000 per night. Having been travelling extensively through Asia and US I know what an executive suite is, this one was advertised with a Double Jacuzzi. My view of the lodge is that it was/is a restaurant and sports bar first and an inn second. I wouldn’t quite call it a ‘boutique’ hotel but more a decent bed and breakfast or ‘inn’ type place; Boutique hotels in BKK are considered to be places like Eugenia, Le Fenix, Dream Hotel, Chakrabongse Villas, etc… (all in diff price ranges) they generally are smaller single hotel properties with amenities, high service level and the boutique aspect being a theme or ambiance.

Theme and Ambiance wise LL would qualify, but basic ‘hotel’ service and amenities wise it lacks substantially. Upon check-in and being escorted to the room, I was greeted by the largest cockroach I have ever seen, the girl who escorted me up saw it but shrugged, I chased the bugger under the Jacuzzi, but eventually got him the next day. The room I had was of substantial size; it didn’t fit the category of ‘Executive’ suite by anyone of the criteria I know off, neither did it have a separated bed and siting space, nor within the same space did it have a sitting area. There is a little TV in the far corner of the room from the bed, so if you are sitting in bed watching TV (which is the only option) you are about 15 feet away from the 15 or 19 inch TV.

One of the major things I look for in a hotel is comfort, so I can relax. This room basically had a big bed (which actually is very comfortable!) and small little table for your computer with a straight-back wooden chair. No rack or table to keep your luggage on, it sits on the floor, or on the bed; no easy/sitting chair, etc. Basically it’s a room you can sleep in. If you have company and you will, ‘cause that’s the premise, then the bed is the only option. Now my room did have the big double Jacuzzi which does take a full 1.5 hours to get to a water level it would work at, with luke warm water – so a bit of planning and patience is required with that one, not a positive for me.

Surprisingly (and this was the second of my biggest gripes) there are no robes provided, again this seems like a big ‘duh!’ to me for a room with a jacuzzi and also a room in which more often than not you will have company and both of you will be in some state of undress. Also, no slippers!! When I called down to inquire if they had these the girl thought I was from mars, and said, ‘no you need to bring those with you!’

The staff are all very pleasant, other than the front desk ‘indian?’ girl, she’s pleasant in that she seems to tolerate you, but that’s about it. They don’t have any local maps etc., I got mine from the Novotel next door. Rooms are kept clean and tidy, relaxed atmosphere. The breakfast is simply a choice of a single plate of eggs with breakfast meat and a few other options you pick from the menu (not a buffet nor all you can eat). I guess the all day option means you get to have breakfast even if you get up late based on last nights activities, which is welcome. The three days I stayed there they didn’t have Bacon available, and I was always there at 8 or 9 am, so amongst the early risers. The bar pours decent drinks, and the general atmosphere and all is great. At Livingstones, you do feel comfortable and natural being a monger. Hell, when I took my one and only pull from the sports bar, the bartender saluted me while I walked past him, not exactly a walk of shame – well not for me at least, she might have other feelings.

These were the major issues I had, and as you can see they are ‘hotel’ and comfort related. They are not variable, rather with other fixed cost issues needed to bring a property on par they are easily fixable and depreciable over time. For example, how expensive can a robe in Thailand be? And they already do have to get the towels and sheets laundered. Maybe no other guest asked for one before?

Did get to meet Giotto on my last day, very pleasant and helpful person. He seems to take pride in his establishment, so I hope he can review this as constructive criticism. I neither asked for nor was offered the ISG discount. Not to say that I won’t go back, because I had a good time; but there are so many other options. Though, I am a creature of habit, so If I do go back I would forgo the double (or even single) Jacuzzi, you get plenty of tub and massage action in the saunas, and I would forego the larger room, because its pretty much useless space and stay in the cheaper rooms. Then it would be worth it. Because at the end of the day I’m only coming to the room to sleep.

Now, regarding my personal view of this trips’ hotel and mongering at LL. At approx 4000 per night all inclusive the room was a negative. Location wise you are great if you want to monger and pull from Soi33 area. But when I walked the earlier part of the Suk, there was so much liveliness and street action there, plus closer to so many other things. Lets say if I pull a girl from the sports bar (or Soi 33 bars, since Sports Bar quality was medium) then add a barfine of 1000 to 1500 per night (I did pull one night) then your room actually becomes 5000/night. For that money I can stay in the early part of Suk and pull from SW, whose quality is about the same (especially when you adjust for lighting and dress and makeup), except for some of the girls I saw outside one or two bars on Soi33, but then you can also pull from MPs and I didn’t even check out the action in NEP, cowboy, RCA, etc… My other choice of Citichic was 2300 all inclusive, so would make up a massage session at Annies, if I thought on the lines of a budget.

Would I recommend LL to novice mongers, or newbie BKK mongers. Possibly to Novice mongers, and then I would tell them to seek out Giotto. But, I’d be careful in doing that because Giotto is there to run his establishment, and offer ‘advice’ like a tourguide, he’s not there to hold you d*** while you get ready or argue pricing or other things for you, which novice mongers might feel they needed help with; to newbie BKK mongers I would suggest its ok based on your requirements for a hotel and the cheaper rooms are acceptable, but would depend on your mongering choices and confidence level. Unfortunately, there is no clear ‘win’ for LL in my books currently.

So, in conclusion, if you’re on a budget my reviews are probably not for you anyway!  sorry. And if you can afford 150USD per night and higher than go for other options. Additionally, though this was not an issue with me this trip but if people know where you are or you need to tell people where you are business or personal or a GF, whatever (whether in BKK or outside) and you tell them Soi33, they may just peg you as a monger!

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Great report! I am a Soi 33, particularly Akane fan but stay around Soi 15. Short train ride.

Cactus J

[QUOTE=Bounce Around]...
Did get to meet Giotto on my last day, very pleasant and helpful person. He seems to take pride in his establishment, so I hope he can review this as constructive criticism.
...
[/QUOTE]Bounce Around,

I appreciate your report (as well as your reports in the Bangkok thread) and expecially the constructive criticism, because we had so many positive reviews in the past, and in this business you simply cannot make it right for everybody. And to run such an establishment here in Thailand is anyway a permanent fight against the odds :).

Shocking is of course the first impression of being greeted by a cockroach - but whatever we do, Livingstone's is a wide open area, resort style hotel, not a highrise building, and there will always be some of them around. Twice a month a company comes in here to spray, and there is not much more we can do against them.

I think you stayed in a Junior Suite (because I stay in the Executive Suite at the moment, and I did not see you around there :)). And you are right, some of those Junior Suites are smaller, but then they have Double Jacuzzis. May be we should separate this rooms into two room categories - Junior Suites and Doulble Jacuzzi Rooms, to make that clearer.

Breakfast: A buffet for 27 rooms (if completely occupied) does not make any sense, we would waste too much food, and I am not willing to do so. That you could not get bacon on all three days - that surprises me, because I have breakfast there every day, and I always get bacon. Be sure that I will look into this issue, seams to me an early morning syndrom, the kitchen will most likely buy bacon when they find out that they don't have it, but it is simply too late then for the early monting customers. My apologies for that - this is an important issue that must be fixed immediately.

ISG discount: Please read the conditions of the ISG discount - I cannot know who is entitled to get it or not. I don't know in the most cases who is ISG member and wrote reports. I NEED YOUR PM (also to support Jackson's forum), and then you will immediately find the discount on your room bill. Just to get the prices right: You total daily room rate was THB 3777.40 which is < USD 120.00 .

Finally - talking to Giotto ... I am of course running my business here, but that has not too much influence on what places I will recommend to customers. I will not recommend places like a tourguide - I will recommend places I know, I like and in which I had good experiences. And if somebody asks me about our own Sports Lounge - I will still recommend that besides the Sports Lounge a customer also checks out the other good places here in Soi 33. And I will always explain that Livingstone's Sports Lounge is not the place where you can find the perfect sex robots - there are other places for that in Bnagkok. You have to look around and check out the chemistry between you and the girls, and then your GFE experience will be ok.

Thanks again for your report, with all the constructive criticism. It is very helpful for us to step forward to increase the quality level here. But I know - it will never be perfect for everybody :).


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

Bounce Around

Good report, I have stayed in Livingstone Lodge many times and I agree with you on a couple points like the water pressure and lack of a luggage rack but I have to disagree on a couple other. Here is my personal views...

I personally love the breakfast at Livingstones. Yes, you get a choice of eggs (cooked 4 ways), 3 types of meat, cheese, 3 kinds of bread and a number of other options like Congee and yogurt with and without fruit. They will also accommodate other requests within reason. It may not be all you can eat but when I asked for more it was given to me at no charge and very quickly. One of my morning rituals was to head downstairs and order the same thing everyday. Ten relax and eat while chatting with other guests.

As for the staff, they are great. I have never had the feeling I was being tolerated. They would always say hello to me when I walked through and helped me out a number of times by arranging transportation to Pattaya at the last moment. Also other staff like Guido and Som were always asking if everything was good. At first I thought this was because I have stayed there several times but I saw them doing the same thing to new people.

I have stayed at other places in Bangkok like the JW and the Westin but I much prefer Livingstones. First off there is no "Walk of shame", secondly I think it is a much better value for my money and I like the girls in the Bar. I don't find them all knockouts but I have never failed to find 3 or 4 that meet my definition of hot. They may provide a robe and slippers but I never use them. It just isn't something that I find important. But since you and others do maybe Giotto can have a few available at customer’s request.

One thing that you didn't mention is the restaurant. I really like the food they server there. From the western steaks to the snakehead fish in bamboo it is really tasty. I would recommend staying away from the Papaya salad unless you like breathing fire or Sh**ing acid. How the girls handle those peppers amazes me.

Again, Good Post. Thanks!

PIT

Pt, and Giotto

I should make clear that apart from the room 'comfort' issues, the other aspects of my report were just for information for other members.

The stay itself was good, and other than the room, I really enjoyed my time at the lodge, and as I said I would go back possibly in the cheaper rooms, at 3777 THB the 'room' itself was not worth it to me.

The breakfast I really should clarify that I didn't mean there should be a buffet, just mentioned how it was for information for others new to LL. The amount of food etc, was just fine (Except for not getting my bacon, G! You know its a daily guilty pleasure I enjoy when I travel abroad). I hate wasting food myself, and of course service was with a smile.

The food was good, I only ate one meal there wanted to try other places as this was my first time in BKK, the thai rest next door is great as well. And, I did mention that drinks poured are very generous in LL.

The walk of shame issue to me is curious, of course in China its an issue sometimes with stares and snickers, but BKK I would imagine in other hotels not so much. Especially on Suk.

[QUOTE=Bounce Around]...
(Except for not getting my bacon, G! You know its a daily guilty pleasure I enjoy when I travel abroad).
...[/QUOTE]Bounce Around,

LOL, You are absolutely right. Not acceptable, if there is no bacon for breakfast, it can happen one day (bad planning), but not 3 days. I also enjoy the ABF when I travel, something different from the breakfast at home. Btw., I had a serious meeting with our kitchen staff already, and I am quite sure that this will not happen again.

No reason to clarify anything, I highly appreciate your reports, your views, and it is up to us to pick up the important issues and work on them. There are issues we don't want to change, because we have a different concept from other hotels. Then there are issues which are very difficult to fix (e.g. water pressure) because of construction problems (diameter of pipes).

But then there are the issues we can fix - and that is what we should do.

Thanks again.


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

Dear all,

In defense of Livingston's Lodge, there is no place in Thailand that is bug free. From the halls of the Kings Palace to the waiting rooms of Bumrungrad Hospital there are plenty of bugs (cockroaches included) applying for the coveted position of bell boy or maitre d'.

I've lived in Thailand four years now and I have never seen a house or a hotel or a building of any kind that did not include a bug or two as a permanent resident. For instance, and this is completely true, I have personally experienced the stinging bite of a red ant inside Bumrungrad Hospital.

So I say, if one of the top hospitals in the world can't keep the bugs out, there is no shame for Livingston's Lodge or it's proprietor Giotto, if a bug occasional greets a patron. It simply can't be helped.

I recommend to anyone that is greeted by a bug in Thailand to smile and reply, "How are you?"

Just take it in stride and realize that a greeting from a bug is just one of the many fine things waiting for you here . . . in the Land of Smiles. :)

posterlion has a full disclosure policy:

I have never rented a room at Livingston's Lodge. Nor have I sampled any of the Lodge's fine selection of female companions. I go to the Lodge to have a few drinks and talk with my friend, Giotto.

Just last night I sat cross-legged by the pool with my good friend drinking Vodka on the rocks into the wee hours of the morning.

As I've said, Giotto is my friend and the main reason I go to the Lodge. But on the other hand, friendship aside, I've never come across an establishment in Bangkok that possesses a more tranquil and relaxing atmosphere to shoot the bull over a few drinks than the one and only Livingston's Lodge.

poster . . .

I stayed at Livingstone's last year and found it to be very clean, and I never encountered a bug even though the place is completely open. My standard room was above the entrance and was quite comfortable.

One thing I'd like all hotels to consider is laptop security. I have a locking cable but it doesn't do any good if there's nothing to lock it to, and the in-room safes often are too small.

[QUOTE=PosterLion]Dear all,

In defense of Livingston's Lodge, there is no place in Thailand that is bug free. From the halls of the Kings Palace to the waiting rooms of Bumrungrad Hospital there are plenty of bugs (cockroaches included) applying for the coveted position of bell boy or maitre d'.
.[/QUOTE]

A couple of years ago one of the guys I was traveling with caught a big cockroach in his room at the Grand Hyatt Erawan. He was up on one of the upper floors, so it was a little surprising to find a bug up that high. He put it in a glass and took it down to reception. They immediately upgraded him to a suite for the duration of his stay.

So, anyone finds a bug, please keep it for me for my next stay at the Grand Hyatt. Only stipulation is it must still be alive or at least still wet from being squished.

I wonder if Giotto would institute a similar policy? I know he wishes to be just as good as those 5 star hotels. Instead of the ISG upgrade, we could all bring our own bugs and get the bug upgrade. Much easier than writing a report.

[QUOTE=Bounce Around]I’m glad I waited until the end of my trip to write a review for the lodge, as had I done so the first or second night this would not have been completely accurate. [/QUOTE]I've refrained from posting, in fear of being accused of a bias on behalf of Livingstone's. However, after reading the recent bug bashing BA has taken, thought I jump in with some comments.

On the whole, I thought BA's comments were not overly critical or over the top. On the contrary, I think he had 'higher' expectations before his arrival. I don't think Giotto has ever claimed to be a boutique hotel - at least not in the sense of one of the luxury boutique type. I recall way back even equating the Lodge to a 2 1/2 to 3 star hotel ;)

Notwithstanding some of criticisms, my sense is that many of us fans like the Lodge because it feels like home away from home. That for me is the main reason I like staying there, even though I'm on a business account, and can stay at 5 star hotel.

The staff are extremely friendly, very personal in their service and do their best to look after you. On this trip, I stayed over 1 week and remember the waitress every evening bring my regular ice tea (no sugar), fresh fish and veg for dinner. And Tina would come over for a drink and every so often bring along a new girl to meet.

And of course Mr. and Mrs. G are always their hospitable hosts.

[QUOTE=Bounce Around]At LL I stayed in an Executive suite at 3200 per night plus 10% Service Charge and 7% VAT, so close to 4000 per night. Having been travelling extensively through Asia and US I know what an executive suite is, this one was advertised with a Double Jacuzzi. [/QUOTE]I am a selfish git, I know :) But that does seem expensive.

One thing you'll learn about Bangkok, is that you do not get what you pay for. You get back what you put in for effort. I spend a bit of time finding decent cheap hotels for my friends passing through Bangkok, everyone wants a good room, for a cheap price.

I must say, I have a few very good choices now, all under 2000B, but with free broadband internet, AC, decent bathrooms, very clean rooms, satellite TV, fire safety systems and all very girl friendly. Unless a hotel has all of those, I will not consider it.

There are a few around, but I'll now go back to my first point of being a selfish git........good hotels stay cheap as long as business is ok, but not good. When business is good, hotel prices go up, and the owners makes much more profits.

Therefore, I am not going to tell you the names of the places I book for people, sorry, but I want them to remain cheap.

However, I will say for under 2000B you can find very good boutique hotel rooms around !!!!! If you can be bothered to spend the time wandering around and checking them all out.

The funny part of the cockroach story is, that it was the loud-mouth Giotto (ME!) who complaint approx. 1.5 years ago about cockroaches coming out of the drainage of a bathtab in a massage parlour... :):)

Life is rather strange at times.


Giotto

[QUOTE=Giotto]The funny part of the cockroach story is, that it was the loud-mouth Giotto (ME!) who complaint approx. 1.5 years ago about cockroaches coming out of the drainage of a bathtab in a massage parlour... :):)

Life is rather strange at times.

Giotto[/QUOTE]

Kind of confused why folks are so skittish of cockroaches. Guess a lifetime in the islands and asia has made me immune to cockroaches. Granted when I stay at LL I did not recall seeing any in the rooms but you don't have to look too hard in SEA to see cockroaches, they are all over the place. They are pretty much a fact of life living in Oceania or SEA.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]...They are pretty much a fact of life living in Oceania or SEA.[/QUOTE]It's the two-legged ones that bother me!

Good thing I took a "Critical Thinking 101" class back at SF State U., or I might even believe some of the nit picky stuff I read here as gospel truth.

The Internet has transformed every Tom, Dick and Hairy into freelance food, wine, travel, (and here), sex critics. Literary licenses are evidently given out for free at the local cyber-pubs!

Who was it that said, "You can please some of the people some of the time, but you can't please all of the people all of the time?"

I admire a brave man who delves into the world of 21st Century hospitality...my hat's off to you Mr. G.

[QUOTE=Fon Tok]Who was it that said, "You can please some of the people some of the time, but you can't please all of the people all of the time?"[/QUOTE]Actually, the saying goes: You can please some of the people ALL of the time, or all of the people SOME of the time, but never all of the people all of the time.

[QUOTE=Fon Tok]Good thing I took a "Critical Thinking 101" class back at SF State U., or I might even believe some of the nit picky stuff I read here as gospel truth.

The Internet has transformed every Tom, Dick and Hairy into freelance food, wine, travel, (and here), sex critics. Literary licenses are evidently given out for free at the local cyber-pubs!
[/QUOTE]

Shoot that's funny, but so true...

I wonder how important is that, I hear at some places you can't trust these much. I mean the electronic ones must have a default number for the hotel to open it (when the guest leave with door closed or when they forget the pin). So this number can get passed on !

The ones with keys also have a duplicate key (although they always say you've got to pay lots of money if you loose the key and so on....). Of course they are far better than not having anything.

The reason I'm asking is because I am considering staying at Stable Lodge (soi 8), I read they have no safe inside the room but it is a very secure/safe place.

I have a hard suitcase with both key and digital lock (although a descent screw driver and some effort could break the locks I guess). I am not worried about the visiting girls as I can ask reception to call me when they pick up their ID. I am wondering how important it is to have a safe in the room in a fairly reputable, small place like Stable Lodge ?!

[QUOTE=Uzinuzin]I wonder how important is that, I hear at some places you can't trust these much. I mean the electronic ones must have a default number for the hotel to open it (when the guest leave with door closed or when they forget the pin). So this number can get passed on !

The ones with keys also have a duplicate key (although they always say you've got to pay lots of money if you loose the key and so on....). Of course they are far better than not having anything.

The reason I'm asking is because I am considering staying at Stable Lodge (soi 8), I read they have no safe inside the room but it is a very secure/safe place.

I have a hard suitcase with both key and digital lock (although a descent screw driver and some effort could break the locks I guess). I am not worried about the visiting girls as I can ask reception to call me when they pick up their ID. I am wondering how important it is to have a safe in the room in a fairly reputable, small place like Stable Lodge ?![/QUOTE]

Firstly keep your real valuables to a minimum when travelling. I have no expensive jewellery, watches, etc. Don't keep large amounts of cash. Its too risky once someone sees it (especially outside of the Hotel).

I might be lax but I don't usually use Hotel room safes even when they are provided.
However I never leave cash in the room and keep passport well hidden (which is my most valuable possession).
Its unlikely that a good Hotel room will be very thoroughly ransacked.
Can ask the Hotel to keep your passport safe for you.

Damn it. I forgot a vibrator and some lube in the drawer at Livingstone's Lodge. I am sure its waiting for me to return for it, but I was too shy to go back and pick it up (and not valuable). Not sure if the office staff would know what it is, for certain :D Previously had a problem explaining to the pretty but shy young girl at airport xray screening security too as I had about 3 of them to give out as presents for girls who liked them.

Try to avoid having very valuable stuff in your room while you are not there and don't leave valuables on display.
Having said that, I do leave my notebook computer in hotels that I trust, but often just hide it in the suitcase and lock it.
I figure if someone is really determined to steal your stuff they will get it, but its never happened.

I many years visiting in Thailand I have never had anything stolen other than when I accidentally left something in a public phone box (so my fault).
Perhaps I am extraordinarily lucky.

When I go swimming I put cash, credit/bank cards, GF's jewelry in a water proof container which goes in my swimming shorts pocket which cannot open easily due to velcroe.

So my bottom line is. There is always some risk, but I wouldn't cancel a Hotel just because there is no room safe.
Use the Hotel Safe for valuables that you don't need to access all the time such as passport.
But if a room-safe makes you worry free, then its doing a good job for you.

[QUOTE=Easy2007]I am a selfish git, I know :) But that does seem expensive.

One thing you'll learn about Bangkok, is that you do not get what you pay for. You get back what you put in for effort. I spend a bit of time finding decent cheap hotels for my friends passing through Bangkok, everyone wants a good room, for a cheap price.

I must say, I have a few very good choices now, all under 2000B, but with free broadband internet, AC, decent bathrooms, very clean rooms, satellite TV, fire safety systems and all very girl friendly. Unless a hotel has all of those, I will not consider it.

There are a few around, but I'll now go back to my first point of being a selfish git........good hotels stay cheap as long as business is ok, but not good. When business is good, hotel prices go up, and the owners makes much more profits.

Therefore, I am not going to tell you the names of the places I book for people, sorry, but I want them to remain cheap.

However, I will say for under 2000B you can find very good boutique hotel rooms around !!!!! If you can be bothered to spend the time wandering around and checking them all out.[/QUOTE]

Since the rest of us can't find Hotels like this in the right areas of Bangkok, I would sugeest that you won't win any friends by posting something that effectively says:
"I am happy to get info from the forum but I am not willing to share mine".

You would be better to stay silent, IMHO.
i.e. "Put up or shut up!"

I have stayed at the Grand Business Inn for < 2000 (1500-1700 Baht depending on room size) but the beds are too hard, its too noisy and has no pool.
I have tried many Hotels, but am yet to find one around the right part of Sukhumwit < 2K that has free internet, comfortable beds, quiet enough to sleep, clean, GF, etc.
Livingstone's Lodge is just over 2K for a standard room once the ++ is added on. So if there is anything cheaper that has all this and claimed to be as good, I would like to know.

If they existed, all they would need to do is set up a web page that could be easily found, specifying free Internet etc., unless of course they just didn't want the business.
Extensive web searching doesn't really show up a lot of options with free internet in every room. It is becoming more common now but still rare for cheap Hotels.

Mick,

Its why I admit at the open to being selfish on the hotel front, simply because when business picks up, room rates go up too. Make a hotel well used, the prices rise, not fall.

Anyway, to give an example of cheap, and this is low end of cheap, you can try Cozy hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 10, called Cozy At Ten.

Just enter Soi 10 and its about 30M down on the left hand side.

Last time I put someone there a non-garden view room was 1100 B and a Garden View room 1500 B.

Free internet, in room safe, AC, Satellite TV, GF.

The downside, no lift (which can be a pain if you are on the 5th floor), bathrooms are a bit small and basic.

However, given the price and what you do get, and given its Soi 10, which is half way between Nana and Cowboy, and easy access either way for Nana BTS or Asoke BTS.

No web site, well I it wasn't working before, not sure now.

If you want just cheap room, then take a non-garden view, which all things considered is fine value at 1100B for a night considering what you get. If you like to look out over Chuvit Garden, then you know what to choose.

I am not in BKK presently, otherwise I would have got the phone number to post, perhaps someone can find it, and also check out the latest room rates.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Since the rest of us can't find Hotels like this in the right areas of Bangkok, I would sugeest that you won't win any friends by posting something that effectively says:
"I am happy to get info from the forum but I am not willing to share mine".

You would be better to stay silent, IMHO.
i.e. "Put up or shut up!"

I have stayed at the Grand Business Inn for < 2000 (1500-1700 Baht depending on room size) but the beds are too hard, its too noisy and has no pool.
I have tried many Hotels, but am yet to find one around the right part of Sukhumwit < 2K that has free internet, comfortable beds, quiet enough to sleep, clean, GF, etc.
Livingstone's Lodge is just over 2K for a standard room once the ++ is added on. So if there is anything cheaper that has all this and claimed to be as good, I would like to know.

If they existed, all they would need to do is set up a web page that could be easily found, specifying free Internet etc., unless of course they just didn't want the business.
Extensive web searching doesn't really show up a lot of options with free internet in every room. It is becoming more common now but still rare for cheap Hotels.[/QUOTE]

I, for onr use Hotel Safes All the time. I usually put all my valuables in it: Passport, money, Ipod... and never had a problem.

I usually stay in 4 star or 5 star hotels (Company's expense), at the Davis on Soi 24 for example: Great Room, Good Breakfast, their Suite is Very nice and the safe is large. 4,000 thb per night including Breakfast.

They have their website up and running now, the standard room (non-garden view) is now 1200B all in BUT the Garden View is now 1400 B all in.

As I said before, free broadband internet, room has a safe, very girl friendly, clean enough, satellite TV, its Soi 10 so its right opposite Chuvit Garden if you want to jog around in the morning, its also half way between Nana and Soi Cowboy, you can walk to either, and its right slap bang in between Asoke and Nana BTS stations.

The downside. Bathrooms are a bit small and basic, and also no lift, so a bit of stair walking is needed, however, for the price, for the location, you cannot really complain that much if all you want is a cheap room with free internet.

[url]http://www.cozyatten.com/index.html[/url]

[QUOTE=Easy2007]Mick,

Its why I admit at the open to being selfish on the hotel front, simply because when business picks up, room rates go up too. Make a hotel well used, the prices rise, not fall.

Anyway, to give an example of cheap, and this is low end of cheap, you can try Cozy hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 10, called Cozy At Ten.

Just enter Soi 10 and its about 30M down on the left hand side.

Last time I put someone there a non-garden view room was 1100 B and a Garden View room 1500 B.

Free internet, in room safe, AC, Satellite TV, GF.

The downside, no lift (which can be a pain if you are on the 5th floor), bathrooms are a bit small and basic.

However, given the price and what you do get, and given its Soi 10, which is half way between Nana and Cowboy, and easy access either way for Nana BTS or Asoke BTS.

No web site, well I it wasn't working before, not sure now.

If you want just cheap room, then take a non-garden view, which all things considered is fine value at 1100B for a night considering what you get. If you like to look out over Chuvit Garden, then you know what to choose.

I am not in BKK presently, otherwise I would have got the phone number to post, perhaps someone can find it, and also check out the latest room rates.[/QUOTE]

Hi Guys,

Usually hang out in the UAE Forum but am arranging a trip to BKK in about a month. Have visited before and stayed at both the Majestic Suites and Majestic Grande. Kind of looking for something in between the two of them. I'll be staying for a week so looking for some good value but also a comfy enough room that you can easily hang out in the room and be comfortable.

Therefore was thinking along the lines of a boutique kinda place. Dream looks great but a little high for my preferred budget. Was looking at Salil but seem to be some negatives about it (no pool or gym). Contacted Citichic since it seems to fit what I'm looking for. They got back to me saying that the only had Deluxe rooms without terrace. When I emailed them back to say ok no problem and to book me, they have yet to reply. So as I'm sitting here waiting I have checked out some other places including Citadines on Soi 16. Seems central to most places around Suk and a good deal if the rooms are as nice as the pics seem to show.

Can anyone help me out on these? Was also considering Livingstone's Lodge but it might be a bit out of the way. Some experiences from people who have stayed. Pretty sure that Citichic is GF but can someone confirm that Citadines is as well.

Thanks for the input and will definitely have a few FRs to write!

AF

Citadine 16 is a hike to get to even Cowboy... it's not that close. Livingstones is closer to a BTS then Citadine 16 is. I've stayed there and at Somerset Lake Point which is right down that way and it's not close to squat. It was a serious friggin hike and most cabbies don't know 16 at all as it is kind of funky to get to it.

What you want in a room / hotel ??? You want an apartment or hotel? Boutique hotel or regular hotel? There are some places right near nana that are OK and Legacy, Adelphi are good.

You mention LL so you know about that and yes I do like LL but you have a ton of options. What you want and what budget you look for?

[QUOTE=Asian Flava]Hi Guys,

Usually hang out in the UAE Forum but am arranging a trip to BKK in about a month.

Thanks for the input and will definitely have a few FRs to write!

AF[/QUOTE]

Citadines is one of the better all around value in Bangkok. If you call the hotel direct you can get room rates for 1890B per night (no room cleaning) or add 113B to the rate for full service (cleaning everyday). The rooms are more like studio apartments with an iron, stove, and microwave, cooking utensils and a washer and dryer on the top floor along with a nice little pool and fitness room. There is a Foodland down the street and motor bike taxis (if you dare to use them) at the entrance to Soi 16. The Security guard also has direct line for Taxis if one is not outside when you need one but they were always there when I needed one.

It really depends on what you want, but I love this hotel, they are guest friendly and the place is clean and quiet, the ambience and lay out is relaxing and worth the price. If you appreciated the MG (where you have to pay for internet use) and Dynasty Inn Grande, you will love Citadines. The Sky train station is around the corner and while it’s true that many cabbies are unaware of this hotel, you can take a business card from the front desk that has a map on the back of it. Below are a few pics from Citadines.

[url]http://www.bangkok.com/citadines/[/url]
[url]http://www2.citadines.com/index.html[/url]

On a recent visit to the Capital with middle class Thais I was forced to stay in accomodations they considered suitable. Normally when in the metropolis I stay in obscure and reasonably decrepit locations for 250-650 baht, but I discovered that in the Sukhumvit-to-Siam area the prices are now shockingly high. We found that basic hotels are around 1,000 baht per night now ($30+!) and something a little nicer can be 1,500-2,200!

The great inflation that has gripped this land has certainly ended its status as a bargain destination.

[QUOTE=Opebo]On a recent visit to the Capital with middle class Thais I was forced to stay in accomodations they considered suitable. Normally when in the metropolis I stay in obscure and reasonably decrepit locations for 250-650 baht, but I discovered that in the Sukhumvit-to-Siam area the prices are now shockingly high. We found that basic hotels are around 1,000 baht per night now ($30+!) and something a little nicer can be 1,500-2,200!

The great inflation that has gripped this land has certainly ended its status as a bargain destination.[/QUOTE]


Everything is relative, my friend!

If you can find me in any big capital city a place like, for example, the Majestic Grande, 4 star, centrally situated, nest to the action, with pools, restaurants, and excellent Asian servic, etc... for less than 100$, let me know, and I'll rush there...Even in Ho-Chi-Minh City, let alone Tokyo, Singapore or else, you don't find such bargains...

I spent a couple of nights at the new, modern CitiChic Hotel last week. It was a nice place. Bed was very comfortable, big flat screen TV, restaurant was good, friendly staff, etc. No issues really except the construction (finish work) is a bit slipshod.

I was with my part-time P4P/ part time "gik" and as we checked in together there were no issues. I've read that it is GF friendly. Have to see next time, maybe. There were a lot of cute Japanese women staying there. Hmmm, maybe I need a change of pace from the Thai ladies?

The hotel is a ways down Sukhumvit Soi 13. But there was no problem catching taxis to wherever, or MB taxis to the BTS. The walk was easy, too, as this is not a particularly busy soi. A little exercise never hurts this big farang.

I booked on asiaroomsdotcom, so it all was fairly painless (about $86us a night for ground floor room with nice outdoor deck. See pic). I'll stay there again if I need to be in this part of town. Over and out.

Anyone know if this is a gf hotel (as in no joiner fees & shit)?

Thanks

Continuing on the Post from the Bangkok Thread, as I said earlier, my Friend owns a 5 star hotel in Bangkok and told me they make over 3 Million THB from Joiner fees alone.

Their clientele is 95% Japanese and even though he charges an outrageous 1,500 thb per joiner, he tells me quite a number of Japanese guests show up with 2, 3 or 4 ladies.

Giotto, I know this is very tempting, but he started it because he did not want the "Prostitutes" wandering around his hotel to be seen by non mongering couples. He set that Joiner fee very high but it did not stop people from bringing in girls, actually, the only difference is that his Revenue increased. and imagine the Flowthrough ( on 3 Mil. Thb Revenue!

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]
Giotto, I know this is very tempting, ( on 3 Mil. Thb Revenue![/QUOTE]

But ISG members would be exempted by Giotto's place, right? :D

[QUOTE=Lustforthrust]Anyone know if this is a gf hotel (as in no joiner fees & shit)?

Thanks[/QUOTE]This is a great hotel, in my opinion one of the nicest in BKK. Not very convenient for NEP, etc, but lovely internal setting, with park, gardens, etc.

I used to stay there with the GF, and there was never a suggestion of joiner fees, etc, even when she joined me after I had booked in. The entrance hall is very wide, so there is no sense of having to walk past the duty manager, and it is sufficiently upmarket that it may not worry about such things? Having said that, I would be cautious about bringing a very obvious Nana carpark girl in.

All the staff were always unfailingly polite and helpful.

Would stay there all the time but now I have to pay the bill myself rather than my company...

[QUOTE=Mouse1]This is a great hotel, in my opinion one of the nicest in BKK. Not very convenient for NEP, etc, but lovely internal setting, with park, gardens, etc.

I used to stay there with the GF, and there was never a suggestion of joiner fees, etc, even when she joined me after I had booked in. The entrance hall is very wide, so there is no sense of having to walk past the duty manager, and it is sufficiently upmarket that it may not worry about such things? Having said that, I would be cautious about bringing a very obvious Nana carpark girl in.

All the staff were always unfailingly polite and helpful.

Would stay there all the time but now I have to pay the bill myself rather than my company...[/QUOTE]

I've invited a few chics with a promise to show them a good time in bed and in fancy restaurants plus an expensive gift. They've accepted.
Great if I could save them the embarassment of "registration".

[QUOTE=Lustforthrust]I've invited a few chics with a promise to show them a good time in bed and in fancy restaurants plus an expensive gift. They've accepted.
Great if I could save them the embarassment of "registration".[/QUOTE]If they are working girls (read: prostitutes) then you have nothing to worry about, they have been through it all before.

Hi,

Just booked for my first trip to Bangkok and Phuket. Staying 2 nights in the Holiday INN off sukhumvit Rd. Have done a search but couldn't find anything on this hotel.

I'm travelling with the wife and am wondering if the hotel is GF for us both to enjoy the delights of Thailand? (and yes, I know I'm a lucky man with a bi wife but shes even luckier to have me

Tx

Pumpers

Hi,

Just booked for my first visit to Bangkok. On a package deal staying at the Holiday Inn off Sukhumvit Rd. Anyone know if it's GF?

Also, will be with my wife who also wants to enjoy the delights of Bangkok. Will we have any problems taking a girl back for us both to enjoy?

And yes, I am a lucky man.

Pumpers

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]If they are working girls (read: prostitutes) then you have nothing to worry about, they have been through it all before.[/QUOTE]

Myspace chics.

[QUOTE=Pumpers]Hi,

Just booked for my first visit to Bangkok. On a package deal staying at the Holiday Inn off Sukhumvit Rd. Anyone know if it's GF?

Also, will be with my wife who also wants to enjoy the delights of Bangkok. Will we have any problems taking a girl back for us both to enjoy?

And yes, I am a lucky man.

Pumpers[/QUOTE]

Holiday Inn is not GF.
I am a simillarly lucky guy, we are in Phuket soon for a break but have covered our options in BKK by booking a suite at Giotto's. Its both cheaper and gauranteed GF!

MK

The question was raised here some weeks ago, whether the Taipan hotel in Soi 23 is girl friendly or not.

I had a meeting with the marketing manager from there, and his clear answer was: Taipan is girl friendly, no joiner fees.

A guest who had stayed there before and changed then to our hotel confirmed, that he never had any problems to bring girls in there.


Giotto

Second time in Adelphi Suites on Soi 8. First visit was Jan for two weeks and now I just checked in, well kind of checked in, for two weeks again. I left about 40 days ago and I'm back again even though I had some issues with my last stay. Work is booking the apartments so it's hard to get them to switch places. Anyways after getting to the property at 2 pm and I had a 3 pm meeting I was advised that they allowed the current guest to stay in my room until 6 pm as they have a late flight and that I will have to wait in the lobby until about 7 pm to get into my room; however it is fully paid in advance and there is nothing they will do about it and they knew I was coming and specifically requested about the only non smoking apartment they have.

After a few fights with the day manager, and yes normally I keep my anger under check but this time I blew up, they put me in a studio for a few hours so I could shower and change before my meeting. But I'm sitting here in a studio, unable to unpack or get settled, waiting for the apartment to be ready because they let a guest stay late. Have to go grab the GF in a few hours and not even sure where I will be bringing her back to.

Yes this place is new... yes this place might be a great location for mongers (soi 8) but their mentality level and service level sucks. And they are 100% monger friendly with condoms in the mini bar. Flavored ones at that.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Second time in Adelphi Suites on Soi 8. First visit was Jan for two weeks and now I just checked in, well kind of checked in, for two weeks again. I left about 40 days ago and I'm back again even though I had some issues with my last stay. Work is booking the apartments so it's hard to get them to switch places. Anyways after getting to the property at 2 pm and I had a 3 pm meeting I was advised that they allowed the current guest to stay in my room until 6 pm as they have a late flight and that I will have to wait in the lobby until about 7 pm to get into my room; however it is fully paid in advance and there is nothing they will do about it and they knew I was coming and specifically requested about the only non smoking apartment they have.

After a few fights with the day manager, and yes normally I keep my anger under check but this time I blew up, they put me in a studio for a few hours so I could shower and change before my meeting. But I'm sitting here in a studio, unable to unpack or get settled, waiting for the apartment to be ready because they let a guest stay late. Have to go grab the GF in a few hours and not even sure where I will be bringing her back to.

Yes this place is new... yes this place might be a great location for mongers (soi 8) but their mentality level and service level sucks. And they are 100% monger friendly with condoms in the mini bar. Flavored ones at that.[/QUOTE]
You should have just unpacked and stayed in the studio till tomorrow.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Second time in Adelphi Suites on Soi 8. First visit was Jan for two weeks and now I just checked in, well kind of checked in, for two weeks again. I left about 40 days ago and I'm back again even though I had some issues with my last stay. Work is booking the apartments so it's hard to get them to switch places. Anyways after getting to the property at 2 pm and I had a 3 pm meeting I was advised that they allowed the current guest to stay in my room until 6 pm as they have a late flight and that I will have to wait in the lobby until about 7 pm to get into my room; however it is fully paid in advance and there is nothing they will do about it and they knew I was coming and specifically requested about the only non smoking apartment they have.

After a few fights with the day manager, and yes normally I keep my anger under check but this time I blew up, they put me in a studio for a few hours so I could shower and change before my meeting. But I'm sitting here in a studio, unable to unpack or get settled, waiting for the apartment to be ready because they let a guest stay late. Have to go grab the GF in a few hours and not even sure where I will be bringing her back to.

Yes this place is new... yes this place might be a great location for mongers (soi 8) but their mentality level and service level sucks. And they are 100% monger friendly with condoms in the mini bar. Flavored ones at that.[/QUOTE]

I think that first night is gratis...or a "walk" is in order. Hopefully you have set up this transaction so it is possible to get out of there with only paying for the first night. Service like this is totally unacceptable....anywhere. I had a similar incident at the Hilton Apollo in Amsterdam.....I was sitting in the lobby waiting for my room after a long flight from Singapore....they offered me a drink as compensation. They just could not get it together...and after 3 hours I told them I was cancelling and would find another hotel. They got the room ready then. I saw the manager the next day...he offered the first night gratis and a dinner...this was a nice offer so I discontinued the bitching. You should not stand for this...especially in a smaller hotel where customer contact and recognition are very important to business. The big "however" is that with Thai style....an "up to you" might be offered and you might have to leave. If you have the time to play with this...I would leave.

Tx Kapitan,

I'm on a package deal so don't want to pay twice for hotel accomodation otherwise Giotto would be getting my business.

If I go again then I'll just book flights anad accomodation seperate.

Got an upgrade to the holiday Inn from the Majestic Grande. I believe the Majestic is GF so I'm going to cancel the upgrade and stay there.

Thanks for the help.

Pumpers

[QUOTE=Pumpers]Tx Kapitan,

I'm on a package deal so don't want to pay twice for hotel accomodation otherwise Giotto would be getting my business.

If I go again then I'll just book flights anad accomodation seperate.

Got an upgrade to the holiday Inn from the Majestic Grande. I believe the Majestic is GF so I'm going to cancel the upgrade and stay there.

Thanks for the help.

Pumpers[/QUOTE]

FYI That "upgrade" is actually a substantial DOWNgrade in every way.

Are you sure that the upgrade is not from the Majestic Suites, rather than the Majestic Grande? Because the Majestic Grande is a legitimate 4* hotel, while the Majestic Suites is a 2* (although, a very good one) and the Holiday Inn is either a legitimate 3* or a crappy 4* depending on what rating system you believe. And the Holiday Inn, as has been mentioned, is not Girl-friendly, while both of the Majestics certainly ARE Girl-friendly.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]FYI That "upgrade" is actually a substantial DOWNgrade in every way.

Are you sure that the upgrade is not from the Majestic Suites, rather than the Majestic Grande? Because the Majestic Grande is a legitimate 4* hotel, while the Majestic Suites is a 2* (although, a very good one) and the Holiday Inn is either a legitimate 3* or a crappy 4* depending on what rating system you believe. And the Holiday Inn, as has been mentioned, is not Girl-friendly, while both of the Majestics certainly ARE Girl-friendly.[/QUOTE]Just looked in the brochure (hayes and jarvis) states majestic grande, sukhumvit road, given as 3* + and described as a stylish boutique hotel! The room picture looks very nice. Gives the holiday inn as 4* also on sukhumvit road. I'm presuming its the grande not the suites as I want to stay in somewhere reasonably luxurious thats GF. On another note, as a newbie to Thailand will I have any problems getting a girl or 2 to acoompany my wife and I to the hotel? And also she's really up for a couples soapy massage? Any suggestions as to which MP to visit? Tx for all your help.

Pumpers

[QUOTE=Giotto]The question was raised here some weeks ago, whether the Taipan hotel in Soi 23 is girl friendly or not.

I had a meeting with the marketing manager from there, and his clear answer was: Taipan is girl friendly, no joiner fees.

A guest who had stayed there before and changed then to our hotel confirmed, that he never had any problems to bring girls in there.

Giotto[/QUOTE]

can confirm Taipan is GF, could have been me, I just change hotels habitually just so girls don't get to comfortable about finding me.

in retrospect, had a bit of a nutcase, called up an past gf upon late arrival one time, guess she sort of 'latched on' to me, stalked me for a bit, had to change sim #.

Has anyone have any info on the new hotel Soi15. (Corner of Suk Soi15, of course). Rates, is it GF, service etc. They advertise a website but I lost it's URL and Google doesn't show it.

Appreciate the info.

[QUOTE=Duniawala]Has anyone have any info on the new hotel Soi15. (Corner of Suk Soi15, of course). Rates, is it GF, service etc. They advertise a website but I lost it's URL and Google doesn't show it.

Appreciate the info.[/QUOTE]

Duni,

If you are talking about the S15 Hotel, then I have not stayed there, but I'm looking at it as an option on my upcoming visit to LOS. There's been good reviews and it's described as a Boutique Hotel. I like the look of it. See the TripAdvisor reviews and read the "Stylish but needs a bit of work" review! I got a chuckle out of that one. It's not too GF, but it leads me to believe it's the GF that you seek (Not a typo .. read the review):

[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g293916-d797817-r13746303-S15_Sukhumvit_Hotel-Bangkok.html#TOPC]S15 Hotel - Bangkok Sukhumvit Soi 15[/url]

For what it's worth, the No.1 BKK Models Escort website has it listed as GF. The list looks accurate, so I'm inclined to believe it:

[url=http://www.bangkok-escorts.com/hotels.html]No.1 BKK Models - GF Hotel Listing[/url]

And here's the official website:

[url=http://www.s15hotel.com/]S15Hotel.com[/url]

Hopefully someone can chime in with a live field report.

Peace,
AT2

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Second time in Adelphi Suites on Soi 8. First visit was Jan for two weeks and now I just checked in, well kind of checked in, for two weeks again. I left about 40 days ago and I'm back again even though I had some issues with my last stay. Work is booking the apartments so it's hard to get them to switch places. Anyways after getting to the property at 2 pm and I had a 3 pm meeting I was advised that they allowed the current guest to stay in my room until 6 pm as they have a late flight and that I will have to wait in the lobby until about 7 pm to get into my room; however it is fully paid in advance and there is nothing they will do about it and they knew I was coming and specifically requested about the only non smoking apartment they have.

After a few fights with the day manager, and yes normally I keep my anger under check but this time I blew up, they put me in a studio for a few hours so I could shower and change before my meeting. But I'm sitting here in a studio, unable to unpack or get settled, waiting for the apartment to be ready because they let a guest stay late. Have to go grab the GF in a few hours and not even sure where I will be bringing her back to.

Yes this place is new... yes this place might be a great location for mongers (soi 8) but their mentality level and service level sucks. And they are 100% monger friendly with condoms in the mini bar. Flavored ones at that.[/QUOTE]Sounds like you were unlucky. Last couple of times I have arrived at 8am, and on both occasions they found me a room within 20 minutes. Admittedly the last time was tricky as they did not have a non-smoking room available until normal check-in time, so I checked into a smoking room with the intention of switching after 1 day. In the event the room was fine and I couldn't be bothered to switch.

I have always found the management very helpful and polite.

I have just stayed 3 nights in Le Fenix, Soi 11, so here is a quick report:

Hotel: Boutique design, couple-oriented. Didn't eat breakfast. Bar seemed pleasant with high bar stools, but was usually empty when I walked past so never used it. Reception on 2nd floor up wide staircase, with separate lift to rooms. Fitness room (didn't use it but looked OK), with glass-sided Jacuzzi pool (indoor, with no area to sit, but view over street). Free wi-fi on deal I took.

Management: I arrived at 6pm after long taxi ride, and was a bit irritated that room was not available given that I said I would be arriving at 4pm. However didn't take too long to sort out. Management otherwise very helpful and friendly. When I booked in 2 young pretty female receptionists were casting 'interested' glances at one young male guest. I caught their eye and they both laughed!

Room: Small size, but adequate. L-shaped window is not a clever idea. Separate bathroom with walk-in shower but no shower door. Bathroom showing age and could do with vigorous cleaning, but OK. Flat-screen TV (had to be, otherwise you couldn't walk past bed!). Plent of storage space, mini-bar.

Location: Opposite Q Bar, at end of Soi 11, a good 10 minutes walk from Nana BTS. No tuc-tuc service unlike similarly-located hotels elsewhere, but plenty of passing cabs, and a few bikes nearby. Took a cab back on Friday night at 2am and sat in big traffic jam as many taxis were pulling up at Bed Supper Club and Q Bar. Would have been quicker to walk.

GF/Joiner fee: Had acrimonious debate elswhere on this subject sparked by one member who preferred snide remarks to helpful comments. I understand there is a joiner fee policy at this hotel. However the separate lift from the car-park area means that one can easily take a girl up to your room without being noticed. One girl who came to visit did give her ID card to security, and was escorted to my room (I told her with a smile afterwards that she had cost me 500Bht). However there was no joiner fee included on my bill at the end. I suspect the disconnect between security in the car-park and the reception on Level 2 is the reason for that.

Would I return: Hotel nice enough, but the distance to Nana on a hot sticky day is a real issue. Not a particularly interesting stroll although a couple of good bars on the way. So probably not.

Interesting point: I asked for a scrap of paper from security to write down a phone-number and was given a sheet with the list of current residents on the other side. Was intrigued by the number of rooms with two male guests (more than mixed sex). No problem with that, and my friend told me that Bed Supper Club is a major gay hang-out, so I wondered if the two were connected. Or is it just guys saving money by sharing?

Anyone with experience from Sofitel Residence Asoke? Guestfriendly? Got a really good deal from my Travel Agent. Thanx.

[QUOTE=Pumpers]Just looked in the brochure (hayes and jarvis) states majestic grande, sukhumvit road, given as 3* + and described as a stylish boutique hotel! The room picture looks very nice. Gives the holiday inn as 4* also on sukhumvit road. I'm presuming its the grande not the suites as I want to stay in somewhere reasonably luxurious thats GF. On another note, as a newbie to Thailand will I have any problems getting a girl or 2 to acoompany my wife and I to the hotel? And also she's really up for a couples soapy massage? Any suggestions as to which MP to visit? Tx for all your help.

Pumpers[/QUOTE]

Well then I certainly would NOT "upgrade" from the Majestic Grande to the Holiday Inn - The Majestic Grande is certainly a better choice all around - I guess that this shows the power of brand names that Westerners are familiar with as far as booking companies are concerned. Sorry I can't offer any experience about booking companionship for you and your wife together - as I do my traveling alone - but clearly, it depends upon the lady you approach as to whether she is up for a 3-some.

Keep in mind that in most of the world (including Thailand) there are no real "star" standards. Europe is really the exception, and in Europe the stars are assigned more on the availability of specific services and amenities than on subjective things like charm and style. A place like the Majestic "Suites" with small rooms and minimal services might be a two-star in many countries and yet be very "nice." And I have stayed in four-star hotels that were highly unsatisfactory.

[QUOTE=Lover Boy #2]I think that first night is gratis...or a "walk" is in order. [/QUOTE]

They keep offering comping but we are having one problem after another. The second day our front door of the apartment broke totally in the open position and the track jammed up so U could not close it or open it, just sitting there in the open position. Of course was heading out to an appointment and was really happy leaving the room wide open.

The shower handle keeps falling off after they "fixed" it a few times. The LAN line does not work and after repeatedly telling them that it is not a problem with either of my three computers... they called in the outside company and low and behold they need to rip out my ceiling today to try to fix the problem.

The management company is taking no responsibility but atleast the manager is showing daily concern and trying to minimize the damage.

[QUOTE=Etaoin2003]Keep in mind that in most of the world (including Thailand) there are no real "star" standards. Europe is really the exception, and in Europe the stars are assigned more on the availability of specific services and amenities than on subjective things like charm and style. A place like the Majestic "Suites" with small rooms and minimal services might be a two-star in many countries and yet be very "nice." And I have stayed in four-star hotels that were highly unsatisfactory.[/QUOTE]Yes, this is true. In Europe, they have an Official Stars System given by the government and very tightly controlled by a very thick book of Regulations. For example, a 5 star hotel must have 1 guest elevator per every 75 rooms, also have 1. 5 metre wide Hallways, 1x Ice machine per floor, etc.

Now one thing to keep in mind also is that in the very near future, 5 star hotels will disappear. Why? Well it already started in France, the 4 seasons there is a 4 star hotel, the Crillon is a 4 star hotel, why is that? : Taxes.

4 star hotels are taxed 6 TO 7% more than while 5 star hotels.

The Real Star rating is just a "Plaque" that hangs in front of the Main Door (that no one notices), however Today most Websites are accepting hotels that are "Self Rated" so anyone could be a "Boutique" or 5 star.

Thanks for all the info in this forum. I'll be in BKK in a few weeks and am still mulling over my hotel choices. I've got tentative reservations at Adelphi, Citadines and Citichic. They all seem to fit the bill in one way or another. Like the fact that Adelphi is more convenient than the other two to the MRT. Have not stayed at any of them but am starting to wonder if Adelphi is not the right choice anymore. It had been my first choice.

Any additional recent input from ISGers would be great. I prefer somewhere comfortable so I can at least relax in my own room a bit and enjoy it. Also like the idea of being walking distance to the MRT (I know that varies between people but 10 minutes or so walk still works for me).

Need to make my decision over the next couple of days. Thanks for any extra info and/or opinions.

Will definitely be adding some FRs from my trip and will put some info on the hotel I choose in here.

Thanks.

AF

[QUOTE=Asian Flava]Thanks for all the info in this forum. I'll be in BKK in a few weeks and am still mulling over my hotel choices. I've got tentative reservations at Adelphi, Citadines and Citichic. They all seem to fit the bill in one way or another. Like the fact that Adelphi is more convenient than the other two to the MRT. Have not stayed at any of them but am starting to wonder if Adelphi is not the right choice anymore. It had been my first choice.

Any additional recent input from ISGers would be great. I prefer somewhere comfortable so I can at least relax in my own room a bit and enjoy it. Also like the idea of being walking distance to the MRT (I know that varies between people but 10 minutes or so walk still works for me).

Need to make my decision over the next couple of days. Thanks for any extra info and/or opinions.

Will definitely be adding some FRs from my trip and will put some info on the hotel I choose in here.

Thanks.

AF[/QUOTE]
well, AF, read a few posts below from my friend Tansak KTV. He is at Adelphi now, and things are not working out too well for him. That particular hotel would not be on my list right now. I have looked inside Citychic, very nice, and new. a bit of a walk to Suk, and very small pool. 2300 if you book online. Lots of Asian girls on holiday stay there

[QUOTE=Asian Flava]Thanks for all the info in this forum. I'll be in BKK in a few weeks and am still mulling over my hotel choices. I've got tentative reservations at Adelphi, Citadines and Citichic. They all seem to fit the bill in one way or another. Like the fact that Adelphi is more convenient than the other two to the MRT. Have not stayed at any of them but am starting to wonder if Adelphi is not the right choice anymore. It had been my first choice.

Any additional recent input from ISGers would be great. I prefer somewhere comfortable so I can at least relax in my own room a bit and enjoy it. Also like the idea of being walking distance to the MRT (I know that varies between people but 10 minutes or so walk still works for me).

Need to make my decision over the next couple of days. Thanks for any extra info and/or opinions.

Will definitely be adding some FRs from my trip and will put some info on the hotel I choose in here.

Thanks.

AF[/QUOTE]

Well, if you don't mind a 10 minute stroll to Sukhumvit/BTS/MRT the CitiChic is very nice on all other counts. And frequently, you can get a ride from the CitiChic's Tuk Tuk.

[QUOTE=1Ball]Lots of Asian girls on holiday stay there[/QUOTE]Care to elaborate on that?

Sorry but my twisted mind starts to imagine naughty things can come out of this :)

Bounce Around,

Since yesterday we have robes and slippers in the rooms (DeLuxe and upper room categories).

Furthermore we start to install DVD players, 10 rooms with DVD players up to now. Now we must build up a movie library :) ...


The Management
Livingstone's Lodge Co., Ltd.

[URL]www.livingstones.co.th[/URL]

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]Care to elaborate on that?

Sorry but my twisted mind starts to imagine naughty things can come out of this :)[/QUOTE]
it was a cursory glance, Frenchy. I just remember lots of nasty naked horny naughty Asian girls sitting around having breakfast, while reading the Japanese Lonely Planet, and fingering themselves.
It was disgusting. ;)

[QUOTE=Giotto]

Furthermore we start to install DVD players, 10 rooms with DVD players up to now. Now we must build up a movie library :) ...
The Management
Livingstone's Lodge Co., Ltd.

[URL]www.livingstones.co.th[/URL][/QUOTE]
Isn't the web cam in 114 on a continous loop, piped into the TVs in the rooms?
I believe you can watch it on channel 69.

[QUOTE=1Ball]it was a cursory glance, Frenchy. I just remember lots of nasty naked horny naughty Asian girls sitting around having breakfast, while reading the Japanese Lonely Planet, and fingering themselves.

It was disgusting. ;)[/QUOTE]I almost came in my Pants LOL

[QUOTE=Giotto]Now we must build up a movie library :) ...[/QUOTE]

That's easy to fix... once 1Ball leaves we'll go get a good dinner with some nice ladies :) and I'll take care of that issue for the lodge.

[QUOTE=Asian Flava]I've got tentative reservations at Adelphi, Citadines and Citichic. [/QUOTE]

You got a ton of choices of hotels in BKK but if U want opinion on just these three...

Adelphi... the construction is very low end... the place opened in Nov and this is my second two week visit and I've had things from the shower valve falling off, the internet DOES not work so that they have to tear up my ceiling, the front door breaks in the open position etc... but on the plus side it is near the BTS, the Post Office and Nana / Gulliers / Eden / Beer Garden / etc... The staff tries to make things right but honestly I doubt I will stay here again.

Citadines... man that is a heck of a walk and taxi's really don't know Soi 16. I don't like the layout of the rooms and the value for the price I just don't feel it for this property. I've also stayed at a sister property called Somerset Lake Point a little farther down the road. Taxi's just don't know 16 and it's a hike. The rooms are not to my taste at Citadines but it is right near a Foodland and if U want to hike it U the walk to the BTS is also the walk to Cowboy so U are close.

So that leaves Citichic. I'd stay there over the other two but I haven't stayed there. My associates have stayed there and I've visited there a few times and I've heard only good things. Work books the stays for me so I don't have much choice or sya where I stay so it's not like I can tell them to le tme stay that this property. But seeing it from others I'd pick this one over the other two.

Just my 2 cents... enjoy....

[QUOTE=1Ball]it was a cursory glance, Frenchy. I just remember lots of nasty naked horny naughty Asian girls sitting around having breakfast, while reading the Japanese Lonely Planet, and fingering themselves.
It was disgusting. ;)[/QUOTE]

I stayed at the CitiChic, and I can't believe that I did not realize that this amenity was on offer - I surely would have taken advantage of it if I knew it was there.

Tx for the info. Just cancelled my upgrade and now staying in the GF Majestic Grande. Now to do my research on MP's to visit! Tx guys (and gals if there are any on here! )

Pumpers

[QUOTE=Member #2041]Well then I certainly would NOT "upgrade" from the Majestic Grande to the Holiday Inn - The Majestic Grande is certainly a better choice all around - I guess that this shows the power of brand names that Westerners are familiar with as far as booking companies are concerned. Sorry I can't offer any experience about booking companionship for you and your wife together - as I do my traveling alone - but clearly, it depends upon the lady you approach as to whether she is up for a 3-some.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Member #2041]I stayed at the CitiChic, and I can't believe that I did not realize that this amenity was on offer - I surely would have taken advantage of it if I knew it was there.[/QUOTE]
You need to pull your head out of the bowl of cerael, 2041, The squishing sounds of fingers rubbing against swollen clits, while these girls eat breakfast, give it away every time.
Surprised the BIB don't come and monitor the perversion going on there. It is nearly as noti as dinner with Giotto.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]That's easy to fix... once 1Ball leaves we'll go get a good dinner with some nice ladies :) and I'll take care of that issue for the lodge.[/QUOTE]Are there going to be full studio facilities as well - will need editing suite and choice of locations - eg by the pool/in the bar/in the room or on the BTS platform

Will bring my video camera when I arrive in 9 days!

[QUOTE=Giotto]Bounce Around,

Since yesterday we have robes and slippers in the rooms (DeLuxe and upper room categories).[/QUOTE]Good to hear the news.

Sorry, don't monitor this forum everyday; only when i get an ich to head back to thailand... have been trying to come up with a reason to visit again, but must work a bit :(

[QUOTE=Giotto]Furthermore we start to install DVD players, 10 rooms with DVD players up to now. Now we must build up a movie library :)[/QUOTE]Though I did have those comfort related issues, I can say I was never short of entertainment in BKK and by far at Livingstones!

[QUOTE=Bounce Around]Good to hear the news.

Sorry, don't monitor this forum everyday; only when i get an ich to head back to thailand... have been trying to come up with a reason to visit again, but must work a bit :(
...
[/QUOTE]Bounce Around,

We are always listening to customer feedbacks :) ...

"Official" reasons to visit Bangkok:

- Medical Checkup (Bumrungrad Hospital, dates can be arranged)
- Dental Work (relatively cheap here in Thailand, dates can be arranged)
- Golfing (lots of golf courses)
- Fishing (there are some lakes outside Bangkok)
- Sight-seeing (might be too thin as a single reason)
- Seminars (Retirement in Thailand, Visa law, Foreign Business Act etc.)
- Fairs (Furniture right now, Fashion, etc. etc. )

The naughty nightlife - yes, we know that it exists, but it is really not a reason to visit Thailand :) !


The Management
Livingstone's Lodge Co., Ltd.

[URL]www.livingstones.co.th[/URL]

Dear friends,

Is the Adelphi Suites a good hotel and is it girl friendly?

Please advise.

It seems GF as it is a part of the Compass Hospitality (Presidents) Group and all of them are GF?

Please advise.

Thanks

BT

Does anyone know of any inexpensive (900 Baht or under) places to stay within walking distance of Nana Plaza? If off to Thailand next week for a week of sordid fun and games in Pattaya, but need to spend the first evening in the capital. It's been a few years since I actually stopped the night in Bangkok. Any suggestions would be appreciated, and would save me RTFF for hours!

[QUOTE=Boy Toy]Dear friends,

Is the Adelphi Suites a good hotel and is it girl friendly?

Please advise.

It seems GF as it is a part of the Compass Hospitality (Presidents) Group and all of them are GF?

Please advise.

Thanks

BT[/QUOTE]38 posts on the Adelphi in this thread including this one:

[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?p=683359&highlight=adelphi#post683359[/url]

For what it's worth I notice the price has gone up from 2699 to 3099Bht, which makes it less of a bargain.

Please excuse me if this has been covered some where else on the Thai site but I recently stayed at the Nana Hotel in Soi 4 and caught a good case of bed bugs.

Despite me reporting that the bed in my room 569 was full of bed bugs, there didn't seem to be any surprise or sense of urgency about the problem from either the reception or house keeping staff.

I have been to a doctor several times and I have been using several prescribed medicines including Kwell and Crotamiton lotions, Sulfur cream as well as several sulphur based soaps. But despite changing into freshly washed clothes and sheets and the above medicines, its all been to no avail as I still my newly found "friends" biting me all over my body!

Maybe the Thai strain of these bugs are more virulent and harder to get rid of than the normal bred. I am not sure.

Does anyone have any ideas re medicines or treatments, to get rid of these pests as they are driving me crazy at the moment?

[QUOTE=Bees11]Please excuse me if this has been covered some where else on the Thai site but I recently stayed at the Nana Hotel in Soi 4 and caught a good case of bed bugs.[/QUOTE]
Are you talking about Genital Lice?
If so, try Lindane cream. Just a couple of applications over 2 days worked for me the one time I found the nasty critters nesting in my nethers.
Anyway, I'll not be staying in the Nana then.

[QUOTE=Scribe]Are you talking about Genital Lice?

If so, try Lindane cream. Just a couple of applications over 2 days worked for me the one time I found the nasty critters nesting in my nethers.

Anyway, I'll not be staying in the Nana then.[/QUOTE]No these aren't genital lice as they live all over your body, excluding your head.

[QUOTE=Bees11]No these aren't genital lice as they live all over your body, excluding your head.[/QUOTE]
From what I understand, bedbugs are at least 2 to 3 mm long, so would be visible and thus easy to find and remove from your body. Further, bedbugs do not live on bodies, but in the surrounding envirnonment. So, either your home is now infested, or we're talking about a different parasite.
Could it be scabies, which are so tiny they aren't visable? If so, lindane cream will deal with the problem. Best of luck.
Anyway, I can't belive nobody can suggest a cheepish place in the Nana vacinity (bug free).

[QUOTE=Scribe]Does anyone know of any inexpensive (900 Baht or under) places to stay within walking distance of Nana Plaza? If off to Thailand next week for a week of sordid fun and games in Pattaya, but need to spend the first evening in the capital. It's been a few years since I actually stopped the night in Bangkok. Any suggestions would be appreciated, and would save me RTFF for hours![/QUOTE]

I listed a few hotels under 1,000 baht per night, but only the Business Inn would meet your "walking distance" to Nana Plaza requirement (Pinnacle looks too run down). I have not stayed at any of these, so I'm not making any recommendations. Read the reviews.

I would suggest if you can afford it, try one of the hotels in the next range. The Majestic is a nice option, which I have stayed in. Small, but clean and in a good location. Hard to book (it's popular). There are many many other small hotels that are not on the radar, since they do not have a web presence, and can only be found while in BKK or if you stumble across them on a Asia Hotel/Travel thread.

I am putting together a BKK hotels and BKK Bars report, loosely based and inspired by Mick's MP Reports, and this is an excerpt from the work in progress. Hope it helps. One more thing .. more and more of these hotel websites include instructions for the taxi drivers on their website map/location page. Keep it handy and you will save some time and aggravation.

Peace,
AT2


[size=+2][b]NO FRILLS CHEAP HOTELS - UNDER 1,000 BAHT/NIGHT[/b][/size]

[b]PINNACLE INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 3/1 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None / GF: Probably, but no confirmation.
Very run down suspect looking hotel, but it is under 1,000 baht. Appears to be Arab run and in the middle of the Soi Arab district.
[url=http://www.pinnaclehotels.com/sukhumvit/index.html]Pinnacle Inn website[/url]

[b]BUSINESS INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11/1 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None / GF: Yes
The latest rates go as low as 800 baht. Sister Hotel to the Grand Business Inn. Looks like a good deal.
[url=http://www.grandbusinessinn.net/room_rate.html]Business Inn website[/url]

[b]SAWASDEE SUKHUMVIT (SOI 57 – THONGLOR BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None / GF: ??
A no frills hotel with rates under 1,000 baht a night.
[url=http://www.sawasdee-hotels.com/bangkok/sukhumvitinn/index.html]Sawasdee Sukhumvit website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d581912-Reviews-Sawasdee_Sukhumvit_Inn-Bangkok.html]Sawasdee Sukhumvit TripAdvisor Reports[/url]

[size=+1][b]HOTELS – BTS SUKHUMVIT LINE NORTH OF SIAM STATION[/b][/size]

[b]BANGKOK CITY SUITE (PETCHBURI 1 – RATCHATHEWI BTS STATION)[/b] – Star Rating: None / GF: Yes
Very basic hotel with rates starting at 750 baht a night. In a very deserted area with little to do nearby. Convenience lacking.
[url=http://www.bangkoksuite.com/accom.html]Bangkok City Suite website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g293916-i3687-k708199-l4293625-Cheap_Accom_Hostel_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Hostel/Cheap Hotel thread from TripAdvisor with BKK City Suite review[/url]

[b]GRAND WATERGATE HOTEL (PETCHBURI 15 – PHAYA THAI BTS STATION)[/b] – Star Rating: * / GF: ??
The 2nd station from Siam Station BTS. Catch a cab. Generally good reviews for this 1,000 baht a night hotel.
[url=http://grandwatergatehotel.com/accom.html]Grand Watergate website [/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d677129-Reviews-Grand_Watergate_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Grand Watergate TripAdvisor reviews [/url]
[url=http://www.asiarooms.com/thailand/bangkok/grand_watergate-hotel-reviews/838406.html]Grand Watergate Asiarooms reviews[/url]

[size=+2][b]A CUT ABOVE "CHEAP" HOTELS - 1,500 to 2,000 BAHT/NIGHT[/b][/size]

[b]DYNASTY HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating * / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=623631&postcount=3293]Dynasty Inn Soi 4 report by King Squared[/url]
[url=http://www.dynastyinn.com/]Dynasty Hotel Official Site[/url]

[b]MAJESTIC SUITES (NEAR SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
It’s a very good value option. The rooms are small, but it is thisclose to the NEP action.
[url=https://majesticsuites.com/index.html]Majestic Suites Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=692770&postcount=3561]Majestic Suites report by Owl[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d308754-Reviews-Majestic_Suites-Bangkok.html]Majestic Suites TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]EVER RICH INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 6 – NANA BTS)[/b] - Star Rating: None / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.everrichinn.com/reservation.html]Ever Rich Inn website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=687224&postcount=3525]Quick comments by ISG Member FiveBahtWiz[/url]

[b]STABLE LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 8 – NANA BTS[/b] - Star Rating: None / GF: Yes
A decent under 2,000 baht option, near the NEP action.
[url=http://www.stablelodge.com/Accommodation.html]Stable Lodge website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=676853&postcount=3477]Stable Lodge by Bamboo Pete[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d309784-Reviews-Stable_Lodge-Bangkok.html]Stable Lodge TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]CITY LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 9 – NANA BTS)[/b] - Star Rating: None / GF: Yes
On the corner of Sukhumvit Soi 9.
[url=http://www.amari.com/citylodge/]City Lodge Soi 9/Amari website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d300438-Reviews-City_Lodge_Soi_19-Bangkok.html]City Lodge TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

Rongram Raja is very close - Soi 4 (was 800 last time I was there last year) maybe 1* and also a bit run down

AT2,

Great Selection! Thanks.

Would it be possible, as we are on an Adult Forum, to indicate whether these hotels charge for Joiner Fees? and how much?

I guess that is the question every monger will ask about.

Thanks for all the info, what a timesaver.

I am looking to go in May and can advise anyone new to invest the time in trolling through.

Like to get confirmation if the new Aspen Suites is GF. Belongs to the same group as the Presidents' Hotels but don't want to assume they have like policies.

Thank you.

[QUOTE=Dinghy]Rongram Raja is very close - Soi 4 (was 800 last time I was there last year) maybe 1* and also a bit run down[/QUOTE]

Dinghy,

Thanks for the info. Can't find much on them, but I know I see many decent hotels that are just not listed on the internet, but I know are there when trolling the Soi's for bars & girls.

I will be taking a much closer look this summer, when I get back to BKK.

AT2

[b][size=+1]HOTELS – BTS NANA STATION / SUKHUMVIT LINE[/size][/b]
[b]AGODA HOTEL MAP[/b]
[url=http://www.agoda.com/MapManagement/Map.aspx?area_id=27713]Sukhumvit Area Hotels – Agoda Map[/url]

[b]JW MARRIOTT (SUKHUMVIT SOI 2 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ***** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bkkdt-jw-marriott-hotel-bangkok/]JW Marriott website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=681794&postcount=3496]JW Marriott by Member #2041[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=624510&postcount=3295]JW Marriott report by JuiceGuy[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=650267&postcount=858]JW Marriott report by David 33[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d299779-Reviews-JW_Marriott_Hotel_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]JW Marriott Hotel TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]MAJESTIC GRANDE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 2 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating **** / GF: Yes
The Majestic Hotel chains upscale entry to the hotel market. Near Nana BTS. Taxi info on their website, to assist you in getting there.
[url=http://www.majesticgrande.com/]Majestic Grande website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d580606-Reviews-Majestic_Grande_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Majestic Grande TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]PINNACLE INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 3/1 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None GF: Probably / No confirmation.
Very run down looking hotel, but it is under 1,000 baht.
[url=http://www.pinnaclehotels.com/sukhumvit/index.html]Pinnacle Inn website[/url]

[b]NANA HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None / GF: Yes
Bangkok institution across from the infamous NEP. Low end option for less than 2,000 baht.
[url=http://www.nanahotel.co.th/html/index.html]Nana Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=633959&postcount=3324]Nana Hotel report by PinkPearl[/url]

[b]DYNASTY INN HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.dynastyinn.com/]Dynasty Inn Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=623631&postcount=3293]Dynasty Inn Soi 4 report by King Squared[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d605856-Reviews-Dynasty_Inn-Bangkok.html]Dynasty Inn Tripadvisor reviews[/url]

[b]WORABURI HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating – None / GF: Yes
A cheap hotel further down Soi 4. Reviews have been poor, but this hotel does get mention on the ISG hotel thread from time to time. Buyer beware though.
[url=http://woraburi.com/woraburisukhumvit/index.html]Woraburi website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d577186-Reviews-Woraburi_Sukhumvit_Hotel_and_Resort-Bangkok.html]Woraburi TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]MAJESTIC SUITES (NEAR SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
It’s a very good value option. The rooms are small, but it is thisclose to the NEP action.
[url=https://majesticsuites.com/index.html]Majestic Suites Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=692770&postcount=3561]Majestic Suites report by Owl[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d308754-Reviews-Majestic_Suites-Bangkok.html]Majestic Suites TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]LANDMARK (SUKHUMVIT BETWEEN SOI 4 & SOI 6)[/b] – Star Rating **** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.landmarkbangkok.com/index.htm]Landmark Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d304631-Reviews-Landmark_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Landmark Hotel TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]AMARI BOULEVARD (SUKHUMVIT SOI 5 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.amari.com/boulevard/]Amari Boulevard Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d300431-Reviews-Amari_Boulevard_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Amari Boulevard TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]DYNASTY INN GRANDE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 6 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
Was a nice value spot, but recent price hikes have taken off some of the luster. Close to the NEP action. Nice size rooms, average restaurant.
[url=http://www.dynastygrande.com/]Dynasty Inn Grande Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=544568&postcount=2996]Dynasty Inn Grande Hotel ISG report by Member #2041[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d632616-Reviews-Dynasty_Inn_Grande-Bangkok.html]Dynasty Inn Grande TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]EVER RICH INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 6 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.everrichinn.com/reservation.html]Ever Rich Inn website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=687224&postcount=3525]Quick comments by ISG Member FiveBahtWiz[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=607672&postcount=3237]ISG review by Spin the Globe[/url]

[b]STAR INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 7/1 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
[url= http://www.starinnhotelbkk.com/]Star Inn Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=682953&postcount=3507]Star Inn ISG commentary and pics by Piper1[/url]

[b]ADELPHI SUITES (SUKHUMVIT SOI 8)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
New Hotel. The Adelphi seems to be having some issues, so read the reviews by Tansak KTV.
[url= http://www.adelphisuites.com/]Adelphi Suites website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=693575&postcount=3562]Adelphi Suites ISG report by Tansak KTV[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=717872&postcount=3667]Adelphi Suites report by Tansak KTV[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=718630&postcount=3678]Adelphi Suites, Citadines & CitiChic report by Tansak KTV[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d735811-Reviews-Adelphi_Suites-Bangkok.html]Adelphi Suites TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]SALIL HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 8 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
[url= http://www.salilhotel.com/]Salil Hotel website[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=676445&postcount=3476]Salil Hotel ISG report by Mouse1[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=675456&postcount=3471]Salil & Le Fenix impressions by ISG Member #2041[/url]

[b]STABLE LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 8 – NANA BTS[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
A decent under 2,000 baht option, near the NEP action.
[url=http://www.stablelodge.com/Accommodation.html]Stable Lodge website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=676853&postcount=3477]Stable Lodge by Bamboo Pete[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d309784-Reviews-Stable_Lodge-Bangkok.html]Stable Lodge TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]ROYAL ASIA LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 8 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating * / GF: Yes
Rates starting at 1,470 baht. Some not so flattering reviews recently, with regard to anti-American and British sentiments.
[url=http://www.royalasialodge.com/]Royal Asia Lodge website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d634592-Reviews-Royal_Asia_Paradise-Bangkok.html]Royal Asia TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]CITY LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 9 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
On the corner of Sukhumvit Soi 9.
[url=http://www.amari.com/citylodge/]City Lodge Soi 9/Amari website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d300438-Reviews-City_Lodge_Soi_19-Bangkok.html]City Lodge TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]CENTRE POINT (SUKHUMVIT SOI 10 – NANA BTS)[/b] - Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
They have many locations around Bangkok, but the Sukhumvit Soi 10 location appears to be the closest to all of the action.
[url= http://www.centrepoint.com/Default2.aspx]Centre Point website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d549701-Reviews-Centre_Point_Sukhumvit_10-Bangkok.html]Centre Point TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]GRAND PRESIDENT (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url= http://www.grandpresident.com/]Grand President website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=669123&postcount=3448]Grand President vs Majestic Suites by Allover[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=695380&postcount=84]Grand President report by Sanook D[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=670356&postcount=3452]Grand President report by Mick Licker[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=544816&postcount=3000]Grand President report by Rikusa[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d305306-Reviews-Grand_President_Executive_Serviced_Apartments-Bangkok.html]Grand President TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]PRESIDENT SOLITAIRE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url= http://www.presidentsolitaire.com/]President Solitaire website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d308306-Reviews-President_Solitaire-Bangkok.html]President Solitaire TripAdvisor Review[/url]

[b]LE FENIX (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.lefenix-sukhumvit.com/]Le Fenix Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=717558&postcount=3663]Le Fenix ISG report by Mouse1[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=643019&postcount=3346]CitiChic & Le Fenix Hotels ISG report by Evil Penevil[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d650309-Reviews-Le_Fenix_Sukhumvit-Bangkok.html]Le Fenix TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]GRAND BUSINESS INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
Mixed reviews, some good and more than a few horror stories.
[url= http://www.grandbusinessinn.net/bangkok_hotel_near_skytrain.html]Grand Business Inn website[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=601512&postcount=3214]Grand Business Inn ISG report by Muf Diver[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d578079-Reviews-Grand_Business_Inn-Bangkok.html]Grand Business Inn TripAdvisor report[/url]

[b]BUSINESS INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11/1 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None GF: Yes
The latest rates go as low as 800 baht. Sister Hotel to the Grand Business Inn.
[url=http://www.grandbusinessinn.net/room_rate.html]Business Inn website[/url]

[b]SWISS PARK HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.swissparkhotelbangkok.com/]Swiss Park Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d479733-Reviews-Swiss_Park_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Swiss Park Hotel TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]AMBASSADOR HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Joiner Fee 500 baht
A hotel that has seen better days. Charges a joiner fee, unless you book a double. It is a big 755 room hotel in a decent location.
[url=http://www.ambassadorbangkok.th1.org/#]Ambassador website, run by Siam Media[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d308724-Reviews-Ambassador_Hotel_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Ambassador Hotel TripAdvisor reviews[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=677317&postcount=3479]Ambassador Hotel report by Dezstylez[/url]

[b]CITICHIC (SUKHUMVIT SOI 13 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.citichichotel.com/map_nearby.html]CitiChic Hotel website[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=690569&postcount=3555]CitiChic ISG report by Evil Penevil[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=714843&postcount=3641]CitiChic ISG report by Fon Tok[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=718302&postcount=3671]CitiChic ISG report by Member #2041[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d786177-Reviews-Citichic_Boutique_Suite_Hotel-Bangkok.html]CitiChic TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b][size=+1]HOTELS – BTS ASOKE STATION / SUKHUMVIT LINE[/size][/b]
[b]AGODA HOTEL MAP[/b]
[url=http://www.agoda.com/MapManagement/Map.aspx?area_id=27713]Sukhumvit Area Hotels – Agoda Map[/url]

[b]SHERATON GRANDE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 14 - ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ***** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.sheratongrandesukhumvit.com/]Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=417329&postcount=2103]Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit by MartinNL[/url]

[b]S15 HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 15 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
A new hotel on the corner of Sukhumvit Soi 15.
[url=http://www.s15hotel.com/]S15 Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d797817-Reviews-S15_Sukhumvit_Hotel-Bangkok.html]S15 Hotel TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]DREAM HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 15 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
The hotel has a cool look on their website, but the real thing does not quite live up to the pics. Still a decent hotel option.
[url=http://www.dreambangkokhotel.com/?gclid=CJPRqJC1kpICFRYoawodtxMN_g]Dream Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d305380-Reviews-Dream_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Dream Hotel TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=702143&postcount=3597]Dream Hotel report by Washburn[/url]

[b]ROYAL PRESIDENT (SUKHUMVIT SOI 15 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.bangkok.com/royalpresident/]Royal President website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=611720&postcount=3245]Royal President field report by The Traveler[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d305461-Reviews-Royal_President_Executive_Serviced_Apartments-Bangkok.html]Royal President TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]CITADINES (SUKHUMVIT SOI 16 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
Generally good reviews, and biggest drawback seems to be a long walk to the nearest BTS. There are locations on Soi 8 and Soi 11 in the planning/building stages for the end of 2008.
[url=http://www.citadines.com/]Citadines website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=714514&postcount=3638]Citadines report by Runn Mann[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=707593&postcount=3602]Citadines report by Friar Tuck[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g293916-d627545-r10088928-Citadines_Bangkok_Sukhumvit_16-Bangkok.html]Citadines TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]SOMERSET LAKE POINT (SUKHUMVIT SOI 16 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www2.somerset.com/thailand/bangkok/somerset_lake_point.html]Somerset Lake Point website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=647575&postcount=3370]Somerset Lake Point & Citadines 16 report by Imready77[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d624055-Reviews-Somerset_Lake_Point-Bangkok.html]Somerset Lake Point TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]LUXURY HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 19 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ?? / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.luxurybkk.com/lodging.php]Luxury Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=718665&postcount=3735]Luxury Hotel ISG review by Need More Gas[/url]

[b]CITY LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 19 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
Part of the Amari Hotels chain.
[url=http://www.amari.com/citylodge/]City Lodge Soi 19/Amari website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d300438-Reviews-City_Lodge_Soi_19-Bangkok.html]City Lodge TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]GRAND MILLENNIUM (SUKHUMVIT SOI 21 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating **** / GF: Yes (new)
Brand new hotel (Late 2007 opening), in a great location one block from the BTS and MRT, but experiencing many small issues. Read the reviews.
[url=http://www.millenniumhotels.com/th/grandmillenniumsukhumvitbangkok/index.html]Grand Millenium website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=723789&postcount=3702]ISG Field report by Dirk Dinghy[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d676566-Reviews-Grand_Millennium_Sukhumvit-Bangkok.html]Grand Millenium TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b][size=+1]HOTELS – PHROM PONG BTS / SUKHUMVIT LINE[/size][/b]
[b]AGODA HOTEL MAP[/b]
[url=http://www.agoda.com/MapManagement/Map.aspx?area_id=27713]Sukhumvit Area Hotels – Agoda Map[/url]

[b]DAVIS HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 24 – PHROM PONG BTS)[/b] – Star Rating **** / GF: Yes
Location seems to be the biggest complaint with this hotel.
[url=http://www.davisbangkok.net/]Davis Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d320114-Reviews-Davis_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Davis Hotel TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=636160&postcount=3335]Davis Hotel report by Evil Penivel[/url]

[b]LIVINGSTONES LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 33 – PHROM PONG BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
A nice spot for newbies and for veteran hobbyists who like a laid back atmosphere. Girls on premises, bar and restaurant.
[url=http://www.livingstones.co.th/]Livingstones website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=754]Giotto’s ISG Thread - Reports, Reviews and Opinions[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=711084&postcount=3614]Livingstones Lodge by Bounce Around[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=693944&postcount=3563]Livingstones, Dynasty Grande, Grand President, Majestic Grande comparison by Mick Licker[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d604359-Reviews-Livingstone_s_Lodge-Bangkok.html]Livingstones Lodge TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]NOVOTEL LOTUS (SUKHUMVIT SOI 33 – PHROM PONG BTS)[/b] - Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url= http://www.novotel.com/novotel/fichehotel/gb/nov/1712/fiche_hotel.shtml]Novotel Lotus website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=663965&postcount=3425]Novotel, GP & Dynasty Grande report by Mick Licker[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d299552-Reviews-Novotel_Lotus_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Novotel Lotus TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b][size=+1]HOTELS – NATIONAL STADIUM BTS / SUKHUMVIT LINE[/size][/b]

[b]PATHUMWAN PRINCESS (PHAYATHAI ROAD)[/b] – Star Rating **** / GF: Yes
ATTACHED TO MBK MALL/NATIONAL STADIUM BTS
You will need to walk through MBK to get to the BTS Station.
[url=http://www.pprincess.com/]Pathumwan Princess website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=486943&postcount=2659]Pathumwan Princess ISG report by 1Ball[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=396414&postcount=1862]Pathumwan Princess ISG report by Aee Aee[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d301334-Reviews-Pathumwan_Princess-Bangkok.html]Pathumwan Princess TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

I thought I’d give the community a quick review of Baghdad’s newest 5 star property.

The hotel is spanking new and ultra modern with flat screen TVs in the main room and bathroom. However, I would be hard-pressed to vault the Grand Millennium into the five star category namely because of service and not facilities. The rooms--at least the ones I could afford-- felt small and cramped. The gym is quite nice and the dinner buffet is great—but at 4000 bhat for two (with a beer and a house wine) was very steep. I still can’t figure this one out when the per person charge was only 999 bhat ???

The service was good, and since I spent about 9 days there they gave me a break on some of my mini-bar charges.

I paid between $120-$140 per night for the room on ratestogo.com. The rack rate is about $180.

In conclusion, it’s a very nice place a few feet away from the Soi Cowboy but, if, I couldn’t get the special rate under $130 a night I’d stay at the JW or Sheraton.

BTW, I tried to tell them that I was on my honeymoon, as I was with my EE girl, fully expecting that I would receive an upgrade. No cigar..but they were kind enough to put roses in the bathtub and do a little origami with the towels.

Maybe next time I will say that I’m a pilot.

[b]COURTYARD MARRIOTT (RAJDAMRI ROAD – RAJDAMRI BTS)[/b] – Star Rating **** / GF: Yes
A 10 minute walk to Rajdamri BTS. Nice hotel, but location a slight drawback.
[url=http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bkkcy-courtyard-bangkok/]Courtyard Marriott website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d657774-Reviews-Courtyard_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Courtyard Marriott TripAdvisor report[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=689044&postcount=3539]Courtyard ISG report by Double Shooter.[/url]

[b]CONRAD HOTEL (WIRELESS ROAD – HUA LAMPONG STATION)[/b] – Star Rating ***** / GF: Yes
Great hotel and a cool nightclub (Club 87) known for some high end freelancers.
[url= http://conradhotels1.hilton.com/en/ch/hotels/index.do?ctyhocn=BKKCICI&brand_id=CH&brand_directory=/en/ch/&xch=165993092,RE3QRQ5X5NZVQCSGBIV2VCQ]Conrad Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d305249-Reviews-Conrad_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Conrad Hotel TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=597128&postcount=3192]Field report by JohnThomas0519[/url]

[b]GRAND HYATT ERAWAN (RAJDAMRI ROAD)[/b] – Star Rating ***** / GF: Yes
Like most upscale hotels, there's the walk of shame, but it's an excellent hotel. Upscale woman to be found in Spasso's, the Hyatt nightclub.
[url=http://www.bangkok.grand.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp]Grand Hyatt Erawan website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=681220&postcount=3489]Grand Hyatt Erawan ISG report by Thor93[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d305223-Reviews-Grand_Hyatt_Erawan_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Grand Hyatt Erawan TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]PLAZA ATHENEE (WIRELESS ROAD – PHLOENCHIT BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ***** / GF: Yes
Great hotel, generally solid reviews and still relatively close to the Sukhumvit action.
[url= http://www.starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1846]Plaza Athenee website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=670449&postcount=3453]Plaza Athenee ISG report by Member #2041[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=670544&postcount=3455]Plaza Athenee ISG report by Terry Terrier[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d302456-Reviews-Royal_Meridien_Plaza_Athenee_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Plaza Athenee TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b][size=+1]HOTELS - BANGKOK BY BTS/MRT STATIONS[/size][/b]
The links below will take you to the ISG report listing most of the recommended hotels in each area, by BTS/MRT stations. This is still a work in progress and if you have any additional reports or details to add, please post your reports/responses and I can add them to future updates. Thanks again to Mick Licker, whose MP reports inspired me to contribute something similar (though far less in scope). I hope to do the same with the BKK bars in the BKK thread. The star ratings are based on published ratings and adjusted by reviews & reports, and are subject to change. If there are joiner fees that should be noted, that I missed, let me know.

[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=723786&postcount=3701]NATIONAL STADIUM BTS AREA[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=723772&postcount=3698]NANA BTS STATION AREA[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=723783&postcount=3699]ASOKE BTS STATION AREA[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=723785&postcount=3700]PHROM PONG BTS STATION AREA[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=723793&postcount=3703]OTHER NOTABLE[/url]

[b]AGODA HOTEL MAP[/b]
[url=http://www.agoda.com/MapManagement/Map.aspx?area_id=27713]Sukhumvit Area Hotels – Agoda Map[/url]

[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2]I listed a few hotels under 1,000 baht per night[/QUOTE]
AT2
My thanks and admiration for the time and effort you must have made in your compilation of hotels. It's very useful for me, and I'm sure will be useful for many others
Cheers
Scribe

[QUOTE=Kaukaukane]Like to get confirmation if the new Aspen Suites is GF. Belongs to the same group as the Presidents' Hotels but don't want to assume they have like policies.

Thank you.[/QUOTE]I'm looking at Aspen Suites for my next trip, so will be able to tell you early May. Could email the hotel, but in my (limited) experience there isn't usually a joiner fee even when the management says there is. The hotel is on Soi 2, so frankly I would be very surprised if it is not girl friendly...

So, other than the fake reports by the Fanboys, are there any reasons why this place isn't worth staying at?

It's in a great location.

[QUOTE=Terry Terrier]So, other than the fake reports by the Fanboys, are there any reasons why this place isn't worth staying at?

It's in a great location.[/QUOTE]

Not sure if you are talking about my reports and assume they are fake or what but I'll bite on your question. And if you think my reports of the ceiling being torn out to fix internet or the front door falling off you are mistaken.

Location is excellent, right near the BTS and the mongering scene down in that part of town. Easy to take back from Beer Garden and such in the afternoon. Maids / housekeeping is excellent will change your sheets and replace your towels two, three times a day etc... Front staff is discrete and even my TGF asked them if I was good when she was gone or if I had other people over and they said they never saw me with another girl. The restaurant isn't great, the breakfast isn't the most wonderful thing, but it's edible and what the heck you're not choosing a hotel on the free breakfast.

I never stayed in studio, I've seen it, but I've only been placed in 1 bedroom suites so can't comment on how the studios are.. they seemed to be OK but only difference is the seperate living room and the washing machine. Bathrooms are almost same but have no tub in the studio. The studios have a nice size fridge and couch and such so it appears good for what all most of us do.

Fitness center is good and complete and nice the pool is small and not worth much.

Prices... we have a good rate with them.

Downside... I've not had too much luck in two visits. The construction seems a little cheap to have the front door fall off and internet not work however now they are having success with WIFI in the entire hotel. So if the wired blows up you can WIFI it. The manager... the overall manager is decent enough, he tries to correct things, they do have a new female asst manager who is still learning the ropes and such and the other front desk staff do what they can but are limited and mostly just wait for the manager to come in. You can read the down side in other reports if you want even if you think they are not true.

Much prefer Somerset properties but they are higher priced. Plus Suwan Park is no more a Somerset Property. I do like Compass Hospitality (the mgmt firm of Adelphi) Legacy property. You can look at their place too.

I found this budget hotel for my recent visit. The charge is 700 baht per night for rooms without TV. The rooms are very basic but clean, the staff polite and it's only a couple of minutes walk from Nana. Very GF. Photos attached of the business card and a bedroom for anyone interested

[QUOTE=Terry Terrier]So, other than the fake reports by the Fanboys, are there any reasons why this place isn't worth staying at?

It's in a great location.[/QUOTE]The prices are steadily creeping up. I first paid 2699 a few months ago, now its 3099, and 3699 at the weekend (booking on Wotif). I'm coming to BKK for 6 nights, so that's a fairly significant amount.

[QUOTE=Scribe]I found this budget hotel for my recent visit. The charge is 700 baht per night for rooms without TV. The rooms are very basic but clean, the staff polite and it's only a couple of minutes walk from Nana. Very GF. Photos attached of the business card and a bedroom for anyone interested[/QUOTE]Thanks Scribe. This looks like a good deal. The link on the business card seems to be broken but here's one with a bit more info:

[url]http://www.ecosea.com/eco/HTM/Thai%20House%20Inn%20Bangkok%20Guesthouse.htm[/url]

I was set to stay at Swiss Park hotel but read a few bad reviews and the fact that I am not sure if they have internet access at all (in room or lobby), anyone knows or have any experience with this place please let me know.

Stable Lodge was a another option that quickly disappeared as it has no in-room safe, I am a bit worried abut that, also I hear many old couples stay there, I wonder if my taking back 2/3 girls a day give them too much gossip !!!?

The Federal hotel also has no safe in room, but has pool & internet which is a must for me.

Now in a different class and rate (if I push the boat out and go for it) is the Grand President, has everything I want but Opal Studio is B2299 (in May) in Tower 3 and Executive Suite is B2599 in Tower 1 althugh more money I wonder if it is worth it ? (I hear some negative reports about Opal Studio @ Tower 3), any preferences ? (this is high rate but I am only staying a few nights each side of my thailand trip.)

First-hand experiences really appreciated....

[QUOTE=Uzinuzin]
Now in a different class and rate (if I push the boat out and go for it) is the Grand President, has everything I want but Opal Studio is B2299 (in May) in Tower 3 and Executive Suite is B2599 in Tower 1 althugh more money I wonder if it is worth it ? (I hear some negative reports about Opal Studio @ Tower 3), any preferences ? (this is high rate but I am only staying a few nights each side of my thailand trip.)

First-hand experiences really appreciated....[/QUOTE]

Once you're up in the 2300-2500 rate class, I'd recommend the Citichic.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Not sure if you are talking about my reports and assume they are fake or what but I'll bite on your question. And if you think my reports of the ceiling being torn out to fix internet or the front door falling off you are mistaken.

Location is excellent, right near the BTS and the mongering scene down in that part of town. Easy to take back from Beer Garden and such in the afternoon. Maids / housekeeping is excellent will change your sheets and replace your towels two, three times a day etc... Front staff is discrete and even my TGF asked them if I was good when she was gone or if I had other people over and they said they never saw me with another girl. The restaurant isn't great, the breakfast isn't the most wonderful thing, but it's edible and what the heck you're not choosing a hotel on the free breakfast.

I never stayed in studio, I've seen it, but I've only been placed in 1 bedroom suites so can't comment on how the studios are.. they seemed to be OK but only difference is the seperate living room and the washing machine. Bathrooms are almost same but have no tub in the studio. The studios have a nice size fridge and couch and such so it appears good for what all most of us do.

Fitness center is good and complete and nice the pool is small and not worth much.

Prices... we have a good rate with them.

Downside... I've not had too much luck in two visits. The construction seems a little cheap to have the front door fall off and internet not work however now they are having success with WIFI in the entire hotel. So if the wired blows up you can WIFI it. The manager... the overall manager is decent enough, he tries to correct things, they do have a new female asst manager who is still learning the ropes and such and the other front desk staff do what they can but are limited and mostly just wait for the manager to come in. You can read the down side in other reports if you want even if you think they are not true.

Much prefer Somerset properties but they are higher priced. Plus Suwan Park is no more a Somerset Property. I do like Compass Hospitality (the mgmt firm of Adelphi) Legacy property. You can look at their place too.[/QUOTE]
You're right, Tansak, I was deeply suspicious of your original reports in view of the fact that you patronise your friend's competing hotel ten minutes and two bts stops up the road. Your latest update on the Adelphi Suites is excellent, and I apologise for insinuating that your earlier posts on this property were not honest.

[QUOTE=Terry Terrier]You're right, Tansak, I was deeply suspicious of your original reports in view of the fact that you normally stay at your friend's competing hotel ten minutes and two bts stops up the road. Your latest update on the Adelphi Suites is excellent, and I apologise for insinuating that your earlier posts on this property were not honest.[/QUOTE]

No problem mate, I admit I am a fan of Soi 33 and... that other place ;)... much prefer 33 as the bars (powleys, LL, office, green parrot, etc...) are comfortable for old ugly fat men like myself. I'm not young and good looking like you folks are :) But we all have our preferences that is what makes BKK so enjoyable as we all can find what we like and what is comfortable for each of us.

Work places me in the hotels so I don't have much choice where I stay and rarely can I stay on 33 :(. If you happen to get room 501 at Adelphi... look at the ceiling above the desk... you'll see where the ceiling was removed ;)

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]No problem mate, I admit I am a fan of Soi 33 and... that other place ;)... much prefer 33 as the bars (powleys, LL, office, green parrot, etc...) are comfortable for old ugly fat men like myself. [/QUOTE]
Tansak, you are old, you are ugly, (as I am), but you are no longer fat.
Congratulations. :D
PS. Still losing weight?

[QUOTE=1Ball]Tansak, you are old, you are ugly, (as I am), but you are no longer fat. Congratulations. :D PS. Still losing weight?[/QUOTE]

When you take TG's to a zoo and they rename you Hippo... you know it's time to lose weight. Many guys think TG's lie, I find that they are brutally honest at times :( Yes still losing :)

That's why I know how good the fitness centers are in many of the hotels in BKK. Fortunately sex is the best exercise and luckily my TGF works out like a champ.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]When you take TG's to a zoo and they rename you Hippo... you know it's time to lose weight. Many guys think TG's lie, I find that they are brutally honest at times :( Yes still losing :)

That's why I know how good the fitness centers are in many of the hotels in BKK. Fortunately sex is the best exercise and luckily my TGF works out like a champ.[/QUOTE]

Tansak,

I don't think Thai girls lie anymore than anyone else would in their situation. As a U.S. born Asian, I blend in when in Japan, China, Korea, Hong Kong, etc. (Not to them, mind you, but to the tourists and business travelers). I can't begin to tell you the things that are said by foreigners visiting Asia, when people don't realize you are fluent in english. They put up a good face and minutes later are saying some outrageous things. Probably just human nature.

I find the Thai P4P girls are about as honest as you could expect them to be, in their situation.

AT2

[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2]Tansak,I find the Thai P4P girls are about as honest as you could expect them to be, in their situation. AT2[/QUOTE]

I was joking around.

But I find thai girls brutaly honest, the most honest p4p girls around from any place I've been to. I also find that once you get to it they have the deepest hearts of any other p4p girls around.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]I was joking around.

But I find thai girls brutaly honest, the most honest p4p girls around from any place I've been to. I also find that once you get to it they have the deepest hearts of any other p4p girls around.[/QUOTE]

Tansak,

Understood. I was just following up on your train of thought .. "Many guys think ..". For what it's worth, I'm in pretty good shape, and probably 10 to 15 pounds over my preferred weight and some of the girls call me fat.

Peace,
AT2

Another addition to the budget hotel options. Good review from a fellow Hawaii hobbyist, it's clean and comfortable and close to the action. All for under 1,000 baht.

AT2

[b]NAP INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.nap-inn.com/]Nap Inn website[/url]

[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2]Another addition to the budget hotel options. Good review from a fellow Hawaii hobbyist, it's clean and comfortable and close to the action. All for under 1,000 baht.

AT2

[b]NAP INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.nap-inn.com/]Nap Inn website[/url][/QUOTE]


Where is the Bathroom ? No photos ......

The bathroom is on the smaller side with modern toilet right next to the sink. There is a instant hot water heater for the shower but the sink is cold water only. The lighting in the bathroom is not the greatest with only one cfl in the center which made it hard to shave. Tiles on the floor got slippery because of the open shower so used towels got recycled as rugs. There aren't too many free electrical outlets so you might find that you will need to unplug the fridge or tv to charge your phone or camera. Oh and there is no elevator so there will be a workout getting to your room.

Silverz

[QUOTE=Montecristo]Where is the Bathroom ? No photos ......[/QUOTE]The pictures on their site look much better than what it actually is. Not that clean I have to say. And the bathroom is a bit of a turn off, it's nothing more than a shower booth in the middle of the room.

[URL=http://imageshack.us][IMG]http://img210.imageshack.us/img210/7484/image1qq7.jpg[/IMG][/URL]

A picture of one of the three suites. The room is about 24x16 with this particular suite having full length windows on one side. To the right of this picture is support post and a table and two chairs. In the back is the bathroom and a closet.

Silverz

I'm off to BKK for a few months next week and can't decide between staying in a 1 bedroom apartment at Oakwood City Residence, or a Suite at Grand President. GP seems to be in a much better location, but looking at reviews, Oakwood seems to be the superior hotel.

Does anyone have any experience with these two? Is Oakwood gf friendly?

Thanks

I've never been to Oakwood but I have been to GP numerous times. I would recommend GP over Oakwood. Mosr rooms at GP were renovated in the lst6 18 months which makes them nice. GP has good restaurants in the hotel and across the street and the location is unbeatable. Easy walk to the skytrain, Bier Garden on Soi 7, and Nana. Thermae is an easy walk and Soi Cowboy can be reache don foot in 15 minutes. GP is definitely girl friendly.

[QUOTE=Allover]I've never been to Oakwood but I have been to GP numerous times. I would recommend GP over Oakwood. Mosr rooms at GP were renovated in the lst6 18 months which makes them nice. GP has good restaurants in the hotel and across the street and the location is unbeatable. Easy walk to the skytrain, Bier Garden on Soi 7, and Nana. Thermae is an easy walk and Soi Cowboy can be reache don foot in 15 minutes. GP is definitely girl friendly.[/QUOTE]
I have been staying at [b]Grand President[/b] several times, also.

Points:
* Its often easy to get a good price package that includes room for 2, breakfast, and internet included. I usually use web site to book. Some rooms have mini kitchen. Can extend booking at sane price as package possible at front desk saving hassle of using the web again..
* Pool in towers 1 and 2 but avail to tower 3 guests.
* Breakfast is not up to standard of more expensive Hotels: Majestic Grande or Novotel, but far superior to Dynasty Grande and cheaper too. Reasonable amount of choice (even Indian food avail). Closes at 10.30AM sharp (not the best).
* Other nearby Restaurants:
Japanese next door is good, as is German Pub across the road, and also Rosa Bieng (spelling?). Do not go to Zanzibar! Ambassador smorgasboard is nearby too.
Grande Business Inn Coffee shop open 24 hrs for food.
Food stalls on the street to eat cheaply, e.g. BBQ chicken, Som Tam, Mango & sticky rice, BBQ sticks, etc.
* Staff are variable, some excellent, some useless. Learn who to pick out.
* The hotel is fairly dead. Its quiet and doesn't have a vibe to it. For a vibe, go to Livingstone's Lodge instead.
* 7/11 is very close and also have superb Supermarket called the Villa Market.
* Laundry shop in a small sub Soi (near Villa Mkt?) and a couple of hairdressers. I chose the one that looked above board. A Spa is across the road but that is not for me.
* Nana BTS station (5 mins walk)
* Can walk to either Nana Plaza or cowboy - its half way between.
* Its a short walk to Subway on Soi Eden (Soi 7/1)
* There is a disco with many hot chicks nearby. I am too old and have GF with me.
* Cannot turn right at Sukhumwit Road. This causes taxis to use back Sois to get to Soi 3 and can be bad traffic jam at times. Consider walking to Suk and crossing to other side using Nana Station. From back Sois can also get to Soi Asoke. Through back Sois can walk to Petchaburi road in about 10-15 mins if weather O.K. and traffic bad.
* Generally room has a safe and my last room had a DVD player.

* When I am in heavy mongering mode, I prefer to stay at [b]Livingstone's Lodge[/b] (slightly cheaper), but I won't take my GF there. It may be safe, but then again, too many LL girls and guests know too much and there is a risk should my GF find out too much.
* I used to like [b]Dynasty Grande[/b], but they got rather more expensive and a bad daytime chef.
* [b]Novotel[/b] is good except that they charge a fortune for Internet. So in the end too pricey.
* I gave up [b]Grande Business Inn[/b] (Soi 11) due to hard beds and noisy (also no pool) but still eat at the 24 Hr coffee shop sometimes.

P.S. With AsiaTravler2's info, I am hoping to try some budget Hotel options

Another possibility is to rent/buy a room a little out of BKK (very cheaply) from a girl that I have known for too long but still like to screw when she can come to BKK. But need to try to see if I can put up with traffic jams first. Maybe I can do my internet stuff from inside a taxi???

Mick, Are you referring to Novotel in Siam or Soi 33? I thought those were both far more pricey than Grand President.

The only thing I find disturbing about Grand President is the rapid rise of their room rates. I realize its happening elsewhere in BKK, too.

[QUOTE=Allover]Mick, Are you referring to Novotel in Siam or Soi 33? I thought those were both far more pricey than Grand President.

The only thing I find disturbing about Grand President is the rapid rise of their room rates. I realize its happening elsewhere in BKK, too.[/QUOTE]
I was thinking of Novotel 33. I got an O.K. price (still higher than GP) last year but use of Internet 24 hours really stuffed up the price.
But O.K. if you are in the higher spend bracket. Then again could go to Livingstone's much cheaper.

I expect that GP rates have started to go up after renovations, but 2199 Baht (not ++) deals (from internet) were available recently (not peak season of course). However I upgraded to a 2499 room. All depends on how full the Hotel is re what rates you can get.

When the rates are too high, I'll simply go somewhere else.

[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2][b][size=+1]HOTELS – BTS NANA STATION / SUKHUMVIT LINE[/size][/b]
[b]AGODA HOTEL MAP[/b]
[url=http://www.agoda.com/MapManagement/Map.aspx?area_id=27713]Sukhumvit Area Hotels – Agoda Map[/url][/QUOTE]Excellent guide. Thanks a ton!!

Just returned from 2 weeks in Thailand and Cambodia, including 3 nights Majestic Grande during Songkran. The experience was great, here's the mini points everyone should know:

The hotel is Small and Vertical. Unlike the Holiday Inn Silom where we stayed last year, which has a huge, expansive lobby, this feels small and intimate, although there is a piano and someone playing often. Truly a boutique hotel. From front lobby to elevator, a very short walk past a restaraunt and cocktail lounge. Staff is flawless, polite, kind, and made no complaints at all when guests returned dripping from Songkran madness. My room on the 14th floor had a good view, the floor was solid granite with inlaid teak underneath kingsize bed, glass desk overlooking window, fresh fruit basket (a real surprise). Bathroom had huge tub/shower, and the whole place had great home automation with a bedside controller that worked flawlessly.

Breakfast buffet was very nice, selection of fresh fruits, bakery stuff, sausages, eggs to order, etc, plus dinner entree items on the breakfast buffet as well (Spinach Lassagne and curried sea bass, among others, plus the full cheese tray. Maybe they are trying to help the jet-lagged guests? All delicious! ). I did one day takeout from Annie's, which is literally right across the street from the lobby entrance. Zero problem with staff about takeout, we arrived and returned at all hours, never asked to register. Staff enters the room several times a day to clean and re-make the bed, this was a pleasant surprise: we fucked, went to breakfast, bed was made when we returned. So we fucked again, went to lunch, bed remade when we returned. Not sure what the rates are for this hotel, since I got this as part of a package tour, but I'd certainly come back to this hotel again.

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[QUOTE=Diver98] Not sure what the rates are for this hotel, since I got this as part of a package tour, but I'd certainly come back to this hotel again.
[/QUOTE]
Its probably a bit better than a boutique hotel.
Rates are close to 3K Baht on Agoda. Internet may cost extra. Its certainly a good hotel if you are prepared to pay that much.
I enjoyed it but generally go for cheaper options.

[QUOTE=Diver98]Just returned from 2 weeks in Thailand and Cambodia, including 3 nights Majestic Grande during Songkran. The experience was great, here's the mini points everyone should know: [/quote]I stayed here myself about 3 years ago. I had originally booked into the Majestic Suites for 4 nights but the last night they were fully booked so moved me over to the Grande instead. Very nice place but definitely a bit more upmarket than the Suites.

The Suites has been well documented on this site and is a favourite for mongers with it's close location to Nana. I had a good stay there 3 years ago and brought a few girls back there. But I really hit it off with a few of the girls working at the front desk (they are no longer there). They would tease and flirt anytime I walked through the lobby. So on my last night there I called them on it and said after their shift they should be ready to take me out for a night on the town. They positively shreiked with joy and a quick conversation in Thai ensued. Then they turned to me and told me to meet them in the lobby later that evening. They showed me a great time at a place called The Coliseum (I think) which seemed to be more of a Thai place. Couldn't really get anything going with them but managed to catch the eye of another lady at the adjacent table. Still keep in touch with them to this day but missed on my recent visit to BKK since they are all working outside of the country now in the hotel industry. Good times though.

About a month ago stayed at the other Majestic property called Citichic. Very pleased with it and will write more later along with several FRs I haven't had time to write yet!

[QUOTE=Diver98]Breakfast buffet was very nice, selection of fresh fruits, bakery stuff, sausages, eggs to order, etc, plus dinner entree items on the breakfast buffet as well (Spinach Lassagne and curried sea bass, among others, plus the full cheese tray. Maybe they are trying to help the jet-lagged guests? All delicious! ).[/QUOTE]

Sounds like a good buffet! Many cultures make no distinction between breakfast and dinner food types. I have had curry, stir-fry, etc., on the buffet at Asian hotels. It's probably better for you than eggs!

[url]http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/food-drink/so-you-think-you-know-your-junk-foods-you-may-be-surprised-1350748.html[/url]

Note that the Irish Independent story says fruit smoothies aren't good for you. I sucked one down over by the Grand Palace. Gave me a brain freeze.

[QUOTE=Etaoin2003]Sounds like a good buffet! Many cultures make no distinction between breakfast and dinner food types. I have had curry, stir-fry, etc., on the buffet at Asian hotels. It's probably better for you than eggs!

[url]http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/food-drink/so-you-think-you-know-your-junk-foods-you-may-be-surprised-1350748.html[/url]

Note that the Irish Independent story says fruit smoothies aren't good for you. I sucked one down over by the Grand Palace. Gave me a brain freeze.[/QUOTE]
A smoothy can be fine as long as don't add sugar and a good diet book will advice not to over-do fruit intake that has high sugar content. Its better to get the fruit fibre than drink juice.

Germany has the most impressive breakfast buffets, in my experience (haven't visited every country) and some other European countries do well too.
But the breakfast variety at Majestic Grande has a very good variety to hopefully keep many different styles of people happy. Has all that cereal and toast stuff that I never touch too.

Eggs are good for you (modern scientific thinking).
Curry is doubtful due to coconut saturated fats.

I don't know about YOU but I tend to eat less in the heat and humidity. I lose weight, but it finds me again after I get home. :)

Novotel lotus soi 33 is guest friendly again?

Someone can confirm?

[QUOTE=Etaoin2003]Sounds like a good buffet! Many cultures make no distinction between breakfast and dinner food types. I have had curry, stir-fry, etc., on the buffet at Asian hotels. It's probably better for you than eggs!

You got to remember that the clientele at that hotel was at least 45% Arab. Thus the possibility of the hotel to accommodate a wider range of religious dietary restrictions. Well thats what I seen when I stayed at the Grand….. Dam it all i ate the Bacon LOL

[QUOTE=Uzinuzin]Now in a different class and rate (if I push the boat out and go for it) is the Grand President, has everything I want but Opal Studio is B2299 (in May) in Tower 3 and Executive Suite is B2599 in Tower 1 althugh more money I wonder if it is worth it ? (I hear some negative reports about Opal Studio @ Tower 3), any preferences ? (this is high rate but I am only staying a few nights each side of my thailand trip.)

First-hand experiences really appreciated....[/QUOTE]I've stayed in GP many times over the last few years and it has definitely improved a lot since they have refurbished each tower. I tend to go for The Executive Studio as it's a good compromise between a basic room and a suite having being a large room with a sofa, coffee table, huge fridge and a microwave for blasting the dodgy food I've staggered back to the room with at 4am!!

Last trip about 4 weeks ago, I stayed 3 nights in Royal suite which was maybe a bit overkill for someone who doesn't make it out of bed til the afternoon!! Very nice, big seperate living room, big king size bedroom, kitchen area with washer/dryer, big LCD TV etc. On last 3 nights back in Bangkok I didn't see the point in the suite so went for the Executive Studio. Although nice and big it was a bit shabby and tired compared to others I've been in there.

Always had perfect service there and the staff are always very helpful and pleasant and remember me from previous visits (usually as I've had to make the walk of shame out past the reception each afternoon with an overnight friend as Executive studios tend to be in Tower 1).

2 pools but both small. Ok for sitting in the sun for a few hours. Nice gym though even with best intentions I've only managed to visit it twice in the 10+ times I've stayed there.

Very handy for Nana and Soi Cowboy (short taxi ride or 10 minute walk).

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I will arrive via a flight that reaches at 11 pm and I will depart by 9 am flight the next day.

Any reasonable hotel recommendations (close to BKK , Suvarnabhumi airport) GF and staff is cooperative to make the necessary arrangements for room service.

I will arrive via a flight that reaches at 11 pm and I will depart by 9 am flight the next day.

Any reasonable hotel recommendations (close to BKK , Suvarnabhumi airport) GF and staff is cooperative to make the necessary arrangements for room service.

As platinum member access to lounge, here now, rocks. Lovely spread w/snacks & drinks. Enjoying w/tbfn yesterday & only other guy there comes up beside me hey I says, I know you. Belgian martial arts movie guy, in room next to me. Funny. So as I mostly complain, nothing bad to say here. Probably pricey but w/miles I'm down. More MP looking today.

Gentlemen,

I was thinking about booking Fraser Suites on Sathorn or Conrad Residences for a month long stay in BKK ( boss pays ;-) )
I checked the Forum but did not find any info on them.
Would anybody be so kind and tell me if these places are GF and share any other relevant info?

Thanks a lot.

[QUOTE=Mouse1]I'm looking at Aspen Suites for my next trip, so will be able to tell you early May. Could email the hotel, but in my (limited) experience there isn't usually a joiner fee even when the management says there is. The hotel is on Soi 2, so frankly I would be very surprised if it is not girl friendly...[/QUOTE]Just returned from a week's stay at the Aspen Suites in Soi 2.

It's a few hundred yards down the road (perehaps a couple of hundred yards beyond Annie's), not too far to walk but there is a tuc-tuc that runs in the day time (up to 5pm). Hotel and rooms are modern, bright and clean. Rooms have a small kitchen area, a small dining table, big FS TV and hifi system. Room service was a bit hit and miss, and occasionally had to phone down for re-stocks of shower gel, etc. Swimming pool on ground floor was out of action while I was there, but was a bit disappointing anyway as there was nowhere really to sit by it. Well-equipped gym. Cafe also on ground floor serving standard breakfast for 190 Bht, and other meals during the day (not that I ever ate there). Internet access in lobby and possibly wifi in rooms, but I used my own connection.

Paid 2699 Bht per night which I thought was OK. Overall very pleasant hotel, perhaps not quite as good as the Adelphi Suites or Dream Hotel, but better than Le Fenix, and much better than the Salil Hotel. I would happily stay there again as I prefer 'boutique style' hotels, but my guess is that the price will rise over the next 12 months.

Can't really comment on GF policy as checked in with gf for week. One night another girl came back to pick up her bag that she had left in my room earlier, and was stopped by the rather grumpy male receptionist. So she waited downstairs while I collected her bag. From that I presume there is either a joiner fee or requirement to leave ID.

Oh, finally, there was building work next door that woke me up every morning... Luckily had to be up anyway.

6 nts for 64k thai air miles. Executive club, where I am now, on same floor as my room, is great. I could get by w/o ever buying food or drinks as supply here has been quite good. 10 min walk to Nana/ BG soi 7, 15 mi subway to Nataree, surrounded by MPs. I say 2 thumbs up. If you have premium status w/any major hotel SPG will match for 1 yr this would allow you access to executive club. This is as good as any altho' I'm an advocate of the 2 bedroom suites at Pres Solitaire or Majestic Grande to share w/a good friend, as close to rock star as I have gotten when the right team of girls is procured.

[QUOTE=Mouse1]Swimming pool on ground floor was out of action
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Cafe also on ground floor serving standard breakfast for 190 Bht, and other meals during the day (not that I ever ate there). Internet access in lobby and possibly wifi in rooms, but I used my own connection.

Paid 2699 Bht per night which I thought was OK. <cut>
I would happily stay there again as I prefer 'boutique style' hotels, but my guess is that the price will rise over the next 12 months.
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From that I presume there is either a joiner fee or requirement to leave ID.

Oh, finally, there was building work next door that woke me up every morning... Luckily had to be up anyway.[/QUOTE]

At this price not including breakfast, not including pool, and interupted sleep, it doesn't sound that appealling.

[QUOTE=Winny49]... and staff is cooperative to make the necessary arrangements for room service.[/QUOTE]
Exactly what are you asking for?

I'm looking for a room in the first week of June. Most of the reports on the Townlodge are two years old and I know how quickly things can change in BKK. Has anyone stayed there recently and can post a report?

Mick,

Sorry, if my post was confusing.

Any reasonable GF hotel recommendations (close to BKK , Suvarnabhumi airport)? My time in between the arrival and departure flights is only about 10 hours!

Either massage parlours should be nearby the hotel or its staff, such as a bell captain or attendant, can make the necessary massage/FS arrangements in the room.

It seems there are quite a few hotels (1000-1330 Baht per day) within 5-10 minutes of the airport, however, I am a novice to know if any meet the criteria as above.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]At this price not including breakfast, not including pool, and interupted sleep, it doesn't sound that appealling.[/QUOTE]Actually breakfast was included in my package at 2699Bht (but the price on the menu was 190Bht), and hopefully the building work will be completed soon. But the pool was a big disappointment.

I would go back again because I like the open spacious airy feel, and the fact that it is modern and clean. I struggle to find other hotels that have the same feel and characteristics - my favourite is the Adelphi Suites, but as I said previously, it's getting more expensive by the week.

[QUOTE=Winny49]Mick,

Sorry, if my post was confusing.

Any reasonable GF hotel recommendations (close to BKK , Suvarnabhumi airport)? My time in between the arrival and departure flights is only about 10 hours!

Either massage parlours should be nearby the hotel or its staff, such as a bell captain or attendant, can make the necessary massage/FS arrangements in the room.

It seems there are quite a few hotels (1000-1330 Baht per day) within 5-10 minutes of the airport, however, I am a novice to know if any meet the criteria as above.[/QUOTE]

I have never tried to get a Hotel to organise a girl for me since I am very fussy.

If you want a girl to stay with you for the night, I would get a Hotel close to where the action is but close to the expressway, and then leave for the airport at 6AM.

If you don't need the girl to stay the night, then I would consider a Hotel close to the airport, then go into the action areas to play up before retruning to the Hotel late.

If you pick up a girl in Nana, or Soi Cowboy, or Biergarten or off the street, there are plenty of short time Hotels around that the girl will know where you can stay for up to 2 hours of fun. After that you might be wanting some sleep.

Another option is to book the short time Hotel for longer than 2 hours (4 or 6 hours), and not take any other Hotel.

The worst option in my view is to try to get a girl to go back to your Hotel near the airport. Few will be interested.
Girls prefer Hotels they are aquainted with or have heard of or at least know they are not far away.

Local talent near the airport might well be poor, but perhaps others will know if there is anything worthwhile near the airport.

[url]http://www.theinnsaladaeng.com/flash/index.html?gclid=CLKy1M_ij5MCFQT-1Aod4zVigQ[/url]

Does anyone has heard about this hotel ?

Of course its not in Sukhumvit, but it has wireless internet, in the photos the rooms seem reasonable, and its 1.200 for a single and 1.400 for a standard (joiner fee ?)

Thanks

Montecristo

Sorry for asking in the wrong tread, but I dont know where I should put the question. Have anyone some knowledge about Hua hin. I will stay there for a week, but I dont want to pay like 4000 bht for the Sofitel or Hilton. But I would like a central location near these hotels. I cant seem to find any good maps with hotel names, so I try to ask in here.

Ken.

[QUOTE=Ken Orvik]Sorry for asking in the wrong tread, but I dont know where I should put the question. Have anyone some knowledge about Hua hin. I will stay there for a week, but I dont want to pay like 4000 bht for the Sofitel or Hilton. But I would like a central location near these hotels. I cant seem to find any good maps with hotel names, so I try to ask in here.

Ken.[/QUOTE]

Ken, the thread to ask and look in is Other Areas. There is quite a lot of info on Hua Hin in there.

Just bit on my stay at Livingstones. I have been here for about a week and have had a flawless stay. Very helpful staff and the quality of service as good or better than everywhere else I have stayed in Thailand.

Usually when I am in in working holiday mode, I find myself spending a fair bit of time stuck on the computer sitting at desk in room, then vacate the place for the remainder of the day only to return to sleep. In all, no mater how nice the place it becomes more like an office you want to get away from.

This is what I think makes Livingstones different. Very homey with various places to sit and work, or eat, with out feeling like your time was stuck in the room and wanting to leave the hotel as soon as finished. If there are hours when different meals are served I am not aware, I think it is up to you, and nice not to have the restriction.

Finally, I have been more than impressed with the staff. I have had numerous request for help and services, more so maybe than at other places because I actually spent time using the facilities, and all dealt with efficiently and with a smile. One of my guests even commented that she liked the atmosphere of the staff. "that they seemed happy working here", and I agree, it shows.

So it might not be for everyone. Some people look for the bargain price, I go for value for money. With the location, quality of room, and personality of the place, I think it is excellent value for money. The sign above the door says "welcome to our home" and if that is what you are looking for, you will have come to the right place.

[QUOTE=Montecristo][url]http://www.theinnsaladaeng.com/flash/index.html?gclid=CLKy1M_ij5MCFQT-1Aod4zVigQ[/url]

Does anyone has heard about this hotel ?

Of course its not in Sukhumvit, but it has wireless internet, in the photos the rooms seem reasonable, and its 1.200 for a single and 1.400 for a standard (joiner fee ?)

Thanks

Montecristo[/QUOTE]
Nice pick up. I would certainly give it a try. Very good proximity to MRT ans BTS and easy wak to SOL, and soapies Infinity JC and Versailles.

Orvik, use huahinafterdark.com

Hotel Peony is a good choice. Have a good time. Nice place.

[QUOTE=Norhead]Anyone with experience from Sofitel Residence Asoke? Guestfriendly? Got a really good deal from my Travel Agent. Thanx.[/QUOTE]

Any reports on this place? Wotif has it for about 3,000 baht a night which seems like a good deal.

Cheers,

Rambis

The Inn Saladeng has no swimming pool or gym, so if you want to wile away the daytime relaxing by the pool, I'd choose another hotel ;). Otherwise, it looks decent enough

I am planning a quick trip to Bangkok and would like a good hotel near Club Eden if possible. Any recommendations are appreciated.

I am also considering the Amari Boulevard based on friends suggestions. Any thoughts?

Thanks.

Frito

Hi,

The Majestic suites is already very popular to mongers with its many good points for mongers tourist. Personaly, this is the third time I stayed at the M. S. Since 2007 and the interesting things are the longer I travel to BKK, the more anxious to come back keep growing. It is always the same scenes, the convenience M. S. I just took the 150baht airport express bus line AE3 Sukhumvit line and voila the bus stop in front of the Landmark hotel just a 50meters from M. S. The great business friendly general manager warmly invited me a welcome drink to Bangkok and Majestic suites along with an orange juice from the front desk. I did not even receive any such greeting from any hotel I traveled through USA, in Las Vegas or any other cities in Eu. From Paris through Prague. The M. S. Is a 5+ star hotel with a price of 3 star. That is just making more sense for going to Bangkok holiday/vacation and with the vastly public transportations improvements on top of their traditional many entertainements areas, Bangkok must be in the Final four the world mongering cities championship.

I would definitely not stay at Amari since it is not GF unless you plan to stay at Eden all the time and not bring back any girls. A few popular hotels are Grand President, Grand Business Inn, Dream or S15 just to name a few.



[QUOTE=Fritobugger]I am planning a quick trip to Bangkok and would like a good hotel near Club Eden if possible. Any recommendations are appreciated.

I am also considering the Amari Boulevard based on friends suggestions. Any thoughts?

Thanks.

Frito[/QUOTE]

[quote=horntoad]i would definitely not stay at amari since it is not gf unless you plan to stay at eden all the time and not bring back any girls. a few popular hotels are grand president, grand business inn, dream or s15 just to name a few.[/quote]

well... i had terrible stays at this place, others have had success but there is adelphi on soi 8.... you can search posts about it.... that is in a great location for [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord900][CodeWord900][/url], eden, aviva, bts, and nana....

[QUOTE=Tratnguyen1]Hi,

The Majestic suites is already very popular to mongers with its many good points for mongers tourist. Personaly, this is the third time I stayed at the M. S. Since 2007 and the interesting things are the longer I travel to BKK, the more anxious to come back keep growing. It is always the same scenes, the convenience M. S. I just took the 150baht airport express bus line AE3 Sukhumvit line and voila the bus stop in front of the Landmark hotel just a 50meters from M. S. The great business friendly general manager warmly invited me a welcome drink to Bangkok and Majestic suites along with an orange juice from the front desk. I did not even receive any such greeting from any hotel I traveled through USA, in Las Vegas or any other cities in Eu. From Paris through Prague. The M. S. Is a 5+ star hotel with a price of 3 star. That is just making more sense for going to Bangkok holiday/vacation and with the vastly public transportations improvements on top of their traditional many entertainements areas, Bangkok must be in the Final four the world mongering cities championship.[/QUOTE]

I also stayed several times at MS, and agree that it is excellent Value for money.

However, to rate it 5 star is definitively over the top.. Small entrance, small rooms with hardly any window, no swimming pool, no real bar as such, etc..
However, it is a very friendly and decent 3 star. Highly recommended for those who are on a limited budget.

For those used to slightly higher standards, under same management, a few yards away, is majestic grande, swimming pool, several restaurants, nice rooms with views etc.. But more expensive of course.

[QUOTE=Dreams]I also stayed several times at MS, and agree that it is excellent Value for money.

However, to rate it 5 star is definitively over the top[/QUOTE]

I agree, a lot of the Majestic Suites' popularity comes from its prime mongering location but it is no where close to a five star hotel, three stars maybe. The Majestic Grande is a five star hotel but the pool could be better and I stopped staying there because they continue to charge ridiculous rates for their internet service.

This comes up a lot. There is no international "star system" standard, although there are official standards in some European countries.

In most systems, Majestic Suites would rank two or three stars, as it is small and short on services (no pool, exercise room, concierge, et cetera). It would probably be a two-star in Paris, but French ratings are based on a checklist and not on quality of presentation, ambiance, and other subjective measures.

Majestic is clean, secure (it has a doorman), well maintained, has an attractive entrance, and has a decent if small restaurant. The rooms are small, but comfortable. They have wi-fi, too, although they charge a small arm and a leg. (For some reason cheaper hotels tend to have free wi-fi, while expensive hotels rip you off.) There is only one lift, and it not something you want to share with a large person.

They do try to greet incoming guests with a soft drink, but that's not really all that unusual. I've had that service in many places around the world, even in bed/breakfast places and hostels. Generally smaller hotels are friendlier in that sort of service than larger hotels, and Majestic is quite small.

The location, as mentioned, is excellent. I like the place. I hate big cold American-style hotels.

Hi,

IMHO the Majestic suites earned my personal 5 star in term of great staff and services. I traveled to Bangkok several times for holiday/ vacation and with an extensive search for some other hotel fit better than the MS. I come up short. My star rating is just the feeling connect with the hotel warm and the familiar people eveytime I return to this hotel. I agree that the big American cold style and expensive is not for me when I only need a queen bed size just as Single superior room at the Majestic suites.

Star ratings generally refer to the amenities and services provided, rather than the quality of those services.

Because it has only a very limited Restaurant, no concierge, no pool, and no workout room, and the rooms themselves are very small, the Majestic Suites is a 2 star hotel only. But it is a very excellent 2*.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]Star ratings generally refer to the amenities and services provided, rather than the quality of those services.

Because it has only a very limited Restaurant, no concierge, no pool, and no workout room, and the rooms themselves are very small, the Majestic Suites is a 2 star hotel only. But it is a very excellent 2*.[/QUOTE]
..whatever star rating we give...

The only reason for my comment was that a newbie might have been surprised when checking in, if he thought he had booked a 5 star as ususally defnied in the West.

And yes, Majestic Grande charges far too much for Internet, but they compensated by giving me some free time following some technical glitch.

[QUOTE=Dreams]..whatever star rating we give...

The only reason for my comment was that a newbie might have been surprised when checking in, if he thought he had booked a 5 star as ususally defnied in the West.

And yes, Majestic Grande charges far too much for Internet, but they compensated by giving me some free time following some technical glitch.[/QUOTE]
I agree that Majestic Grande would be great except too expensive with the Internet charges added.
I prefer Dynasty Grande as long as I eat elsewhere.
Grand President has good rooms, internet included, and cheaper, and O.K. food, but is a bit dead.
Livingstones has free internet and good food (superb at night and adequate for breakfast) and a pool and is lively (except in the morning when most guests are still sleeping) and is cheaper than all of the above.

Hey its time I tried some new places.

To many people this isn't the main criterium, but its for me. I want to be able to sleep quietly throughout the morning, without too much noise.

Of course, no one is immune to noisy neighbours, could someone give me their opinion of generally quiet Hotels ?

Dinasty Grande was quiet, most of the time, but it become expensive, and i must choose another one, the Inn SalaDeng that i mentioned before is still a mistery, Majestic Suites has been mentioned a lot here, the prices are nice, it has Internet, but i wonder if location (in a very busy street), doesn't make him very noisy.

Are there other options ?

Thanks in advance

Montecristo

After much deliberation I have booked in the Park Plaza Sukhumvit. It comes in about 2700 baht including tax but not breakfast. There are other slightly more expensive rates that include ABF but I figure I'll be asleep at that hour anyway. All rates include wifi.

[url]http://www.parkplaza.com/bangkokth[/url]

The location (close to BTS, MRT and Cowboy) looks great. I'll post a review next week.

P.S. I emailed them and they said there were no joiner fees (not sure if there is a limit of one friend though).

[QUOTE=Montecristo]To many people this isn't the main criterium, but its for me. I want to be able to sleep quietly throughout the morning, without too much noise.

Of course, no one is immune to noisy neighbours, could someone give me their opinion of generally quiet Hotels ?

Dinasty Grande was quiet, most of the time, but it become expensive, and i must choose another one, the Inn SalaDeng that i mentioned before is still a mistery, Majestic Suites has been mentioned a lot here, the prices are nice, it has Internet, but i wonder if location (in a very busy street), doesn't make him very noisy.

Are there other options ?

Thanks in advance

Montecristo[/QUOTE]You could try a suite in the Grand President, the times I have stayed there the living room has always been the 1st room you come into with the bedroom out the back I. E. Further away from the corridor. As long as you don't have a room overlooking soi 11 you'll be very quiet. Costs around 2700ish from memory. Plenty opinions and reviews on here about it.

[QUOTE=Montecristo]To many people this isn't the main criterium, but its for me. I want to be able to sleep quietly throughout the morning, without too much noise.

Of course, no one is immune to noisy neighbours, could someone give me their opinion of generally quiet Hotels ? Are there other options ?
Montecristo[/QUOTE]
There are many options especially if you get away from the lower Sukhumvit area but in this area for a quiet hotel I recommend Citadines on Soi 16. It’s on a quiet street with a Foodland down the street. There are Taxi Cabs outside the hotel in the daytime and Taxis run up and down the street at night. Some Taxi drivers do not know this location so print off map from the web site. They offer nice rooms, free internet with a Fitness center and pool, and not far from Soi Cowboy. Try to book from the internet and you can get the rates for as low as 1890B before tax, sometimes Asiarooms also have some lower rates for this hotel.
[url]http://www2.citadines.com/index.html[/url]

[url]https://www2.citadines.com/thailand/bangkok/sukhumvit16.html[/url]

Has anyone stayed in Mac Boutique Suites in Soi 7? Looks really good price for a suite.

Anyone know if they are GF?

Thanks,

Johnthescot

livingstone's lodge report:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?p=748944#post748944[/url]

moving to grand president shortly with the gf although internet is not free on latest package deal (bummer)!
so won't be as good a deal as ll.

oh ****, i've just moved into the gp, and the lan cable web access speed in room is very slow. its hard to take at 250 baht per day after immaculate download speed for google maps at the livingstone's lodge (and that was free).

[quote=mick licker]livingstone's lodge report:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?p=748944#post748944[/url]

moving to grand president shortly with the gf although internet is not free on latest package deal (bummer)!
so won't be as good a deal as ll.

oh ****, i've just moved into the gp, and the lan cable web access speed in room is very slow. its hard to take at 250 baht per day after immaculate download speed for google maps at the livingstone's lodge (and that was free).[/quote]yep, same with me a couple of months ago. thought it might have been due to my ancient laptop but it runs really quickly back home. the other complete pain i found was having to phone reception every day to get a new password. this alone would probably stop me from staying in gp next time.

[QUOTE=Jockmcloch]Yep, same with me a couple of months ago. Thought it might have been due to my ancient laptop but it runs really quickly back home. The other complete pain I found was having to phone reception every day to get a new password. This alone would probably stop me from staying in GP next time.[/QUOTE]Hey Mr McLoch,

You sure you weren't too tight and only paid for dialup? You are a Scot after all!! And come to think of it I dont remember you buying a round for the whole trip!!

See you for a beer in Nana next weekend mate? Oh wait, you aint going are you!! Oh well :-)

Johnthescot

[QUOTE=Johnthescot]Hey Mr McLoch,

You sure you weren't too tight and only paid for dialup? You are a Scot after all!! And come to think of it I dont remember you buying a round for the whole trip!!

See you for a beer in Nana next weekend mate? Oh wait, you aint going are you!! Oh well :-)

Johnthescot[/QUOTE]Yeah, got to stop these business class flights so I can afford a round. On second thoughts. Fuck it. I like business class. Nice to be separated from the scum in cattle class.

Enjoy your kuwait flight by the way, I think it gets about a 2 star airline rating. Be lucky if the fucker gets off the ground.

Okay, we are now agree that Majestic suites is the GMV. Of BKK hotel. At the corner of Sukhumvit soi4 there are Nana hotel and Dynasty Inn and the room cost is about the same M. S. 1300 baht. I haven't got the opportunity to check out them because I just like the M. S. Price with a safe box in room and a breakfast to crash in the morning. The M. S, lobby has a great view to watch the Sukhumvit scene while drinking morning coffee and read the newspapers. I shall come back the MS. Later this year.

[QUOTE=Jockmcloch]Yeah, got to stop these business class flights so I can afford a round. On second thoughts. Fuck it. I like business class. Nice to be separated from the scum in cattle class.

Enjoy your kuwait flight by the way, I think it gets about a 2 star airline rating. Be lucky if the fucker gets off the ground.[/QUOTE]

Yeah you flash git!! Hope you enjoyed your £1500 seat. I would do it but I'd rather leave more cash for paying for new 'best friends' in LOS while you're enjoying the lovely Scottish summer (for non UK residents that means it's just like LOS, lots of rain except a lot colder!!)

Actually why dont I shag lots of really ugly girls and send you the photos? Then you'd feel like you were almost back there again :-)

How annoying am I going to be next week when I'm there and you're not!! Withe the constant email reminders!! It's going to kill you mate!! :-) Heehee!!

I had made reservations at the Aspen Suites off Soi 2 and was pleasantly surprised to be upgraded to a room with more floor space. I paid about $90USD/night total for a suite that is large and simple decorated. It had a small living area, a dining nook and a medium sized refrigerator with a microwave. Closet space is fine but I found only 4 hangers and the bathroom is not all that large as the Dynasty Inn Grande but is functional and looks nice. There is a king sized bed with another flat screen television in the bedroom along with a small desk with free internet that has one of the better connection (100 base) I've seen in Thailand. There is an in-room electronic safe. Cotton robes and padded slipper provided.

The layout is a little odd as one enters the hotel entrance door and immediately back of it is the front desk. To get to the elevator one must go around the front desk and walk a short corridor then through the dining room. To get to the pool and exercise room one must exit the sole elevator and walk through the dining room. The pool is in complete view and adjacent to the dining room.

There is nothing much around the area of the hotel and a hotel tuktuk will run the guest to Sukhumvit Road. My guess is this hotel is about 100 yards inside of the Majestic Grande. So far my evaluation is that the Dynasty Inn Grande best fits the profile for myself but the Aspen Suites is fine for those who elect privacy and a buffer from the noise.

All of my guests loved the room and bed with comforter and four large pillows and voluntarily extended their stay until after sunrise. Breakfast was okay but boring and not as exciting as that offered by lower cost places like Eastiny Plaza on Soi 8 in Pattaya. I may return to stay again but my preference is still the Dynasty Inn Grande on Soi 6.

Just returned from from a great two weeks in LOS. Stayed at the Grand Business Inn for a couple of nights. Overall a good experience. Brought two ladys from Therma one night and no problem. This was my third stay there and the rooms are starting to show some wear and tear. Mildew starting to show and the bathroom floor still gets wet after a shower. Beds still hard but I like them. Rooms can use a fresh coat of paint. Set breakfast OK but boring(same same everyday). Weird system to use safedeposit boxes. Great location. Will stay there again.

[QUOTE=Jodomas]Just returned from from a great two weeks in LOS. Stayed at the Grand Business Inn for a couple of nights. Overall a good experience. Brought two ladys from Therma one night and no problem. This was my third stay there and the rooms are starting to show some wear and tear. Mildew starting to show and the bathroom floor still gets wet after a shower. Beds still hard but I like them. Rooms can use a fresh coat of paint. Set breakfast OK but boring(same same everyday). Weird system to use safedeposit boxes. Great location. Will stay there again.[/QUOTE]
I would stay there if the beds weren't so hard but O.K. for some. A bit noisy in the area too.

[QUOTE=Montecristo]To many people this isn't the main criterium, but its for me. I want to be able to sleep quietly throughout the morning, without too much noise.

Of course, no one is immune to noisy neighbours, could someone give me their opinion of generally quiet Hotels ?

Dinasty Grande was quiet, most of the time, but it become expensive, and i must choose another one, the Inn SalaDeng that i mentioned before is still a mistery, Majestic Suites has been mentioned a lot here, the prices are nice, it has Internet, but i wonder if location (in a very busy street), doesn't make him very noisy.

Are there other options ?

Thanks in advance

Montecristo[/QUOTE]Citichic is quite for me and rates are reasonable unlike Dynasty Grande and no issues with visitors. Breakfast comes with room although you have limited choice. Internet is free.The only issues I have with Citichic are the air con which I find too cold for my liking and the controls are not great and second is there is some kind of aroma coming from the bathroom. I think it has some thing to do with the sewage piping in the hotel.

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

Does anyone with latest experience with Key Hotel. I know they are not gf friendly which is ok with me cos bringing wife with me next trip.

I received an e-mail alert from [url]www.accorhotels.com[/url] about Grand Mercure Bangkok Park Avenue on Shukumvit soi 22.

Lowest price with no BF is at 2013 Baht /40€ euros.

Check it out.

[url]http://www.accorhotels.com/accorhotels/fichehotel/gb/mer/6172/fiche_hotel.shtml[/url]

El Greco

I have stayed at the Conrad probably two months over many trips. Its now very expensive against the rest of the market. But its an impressive stay in many ways on par with the Penninsula. The best thing to do if you are stayin beyond 28 days is to call the hotel and speak to the rate manager. Otherwise, I would look at a serviced apartment for the same money that aren't such big names commanding the price.

Let us know what you end up doing.

[QUOTE=Spider916]Gentlemen,

I was thinking about booking Fraser Suites on Sathorn or Conrad Residences for a month long stay in BKK ( boss pays ;-) )
I checked the Forum but did not find any info on them.
Would anybody be so kind and tell me if these places are GF and share any other relevant info?

Thanks a lot.[/QUOTE]

I typically stay around Sukhumvit. Did try the Peninsula and other Riverside hotels a few years ago. But this time around a funny thing happened. I had booked the Dream hotel and started looking for plane tickets. The price went up more than 30% in just a few months, probably because of the fuel. But while I was looking I saw an unbelievable deal (which appeared to be a mistake, and it was) for a package - 14 nights in Shangri-la (most expensive room - not a suite) and a flight - the total package for about the same as the flight by itself would cost me! I booked immediately and they caught on, but changed their pricing after I received my confirmation, so there was very little they could do about that. Just to give you an idea, a package which appeared on their web site after they corrected the pricing was $ 4,500 more that what I had paid. The $ 1,490 was the total expense for me. However, now I have other concerns. Shangri-la is typically guest friendly. But I'm staying at their Krungthep wing, with a butler on every floor. Sounds like an Oriental. Does anyone know anything about it? Did anyone stayed at their Krungthep Wing? I don't want any hassles bringing my guests in. They charge the same price for single and double, so even though my package is for 1 person, I have contacted the hotel and made sure it's a double room. I would prefer to stay around Suk but...I'm saving $ 1,600 by not staying there and getting a great room (near BTS) at the same time.

I've stayed in Shangri-La Bkk in march - april and can confirm it's totally gf. I didn't stay in Krungthep wing but, as you have a connection between the two wings, I often used Krungthep wing entrance in and out with girls as this is nearer to the skytrain. I was never bothered by any of the doormen.

If you have a problem with this you can use the normal Shangri-La entrance and go to Krungthep wing from 1st floor.

There is another entrance coming from the ATM and their shops but I don't remember the exact way.

By the way I think under normal condition Horizon Club suite is a better deal than Krungthep wing. I use to get suite No 2432 automatically (they know me) which is last on the left on lift exit. Nobody bothers you there, even with two ladies.

If you need a driver ask for Chan with E-class. He's very discrete, friendly and can make you a price on an houerly basis.

Hope this helps.

Amer Tun

[QUOTE=Tulip777]I typically stay around Sukhumvit. Did try the Peninsula and other Riverside hotels a few years ago. But this time around a funny thing happened. I had booked the Dream hotel and started looking for plane tickets. The price went up more than 30% in just a few months, probably because of the fuel. But while I was looking I saw an unbelievable deal (which appeared to be a mistake, and it was) for a package - 14 nights in Shangri-la (most expensive room - not a suite) and a flight - the total package for about the same as the flight by itself would cost me! I booked immediately and they caught on, but changed their pricing after I received my confirmation, so there was very little they could do about that. Just to give you an idea, a package which appeared on their web site after they corrected the pricing was $ 4,500 more that what I had paid. The $ 1,490 was the total expense for me. However, now I have other concerns. Shangri-la is typically guest friendly. But I'm staying at their Krungthep wing, with a butler on every floor. Sounds like an Oriental. Does anyone know anything about it? Did anyone stayed at their Krungthep Wing? I don't want any hassles bringing my guests in. They charge the same price for single and double, so even though my package is for 1 person, I have contacted the hotel and made sure it's a double room. I would prefer to stay around Suk but...I'm saving $ 1,600 by not staying there and getting a great room (near BTS) at the same time.[/QUOTE]

Hi mongers,

After a wile I have the chance to be in BKK again.

The last time I stayed in the LEBUA at State Tower and I liked it.

This time I like to finde also a nice hotel, GF. I do not count every peny and I like to have something nice, and convinient.

I would be very happy if someone of you can provide me with a good tip. !

I wil fly in on a Friday, and will make an arrangement with bkk144, and then look around to finde some other experience. So maybe the lebua is to fre away.

Pleas help me, I realy would preciate this.

Thanks

Will

Try the Grand President located on Sukhumvit Soi 11. The rate for their Royal Suite is $3390 Thai Bahts and include breakfast for two and free internet. Location is fantastic as it within walking distance of Nana and Soi Cowboy and the Nana BTS station is right by the main road.

[QUOTE=Will Smith69]Hi mongers,

After a wile I have the chance to be in BKK again.

The last time I stayed in the LEBUA at State Tower and I liked it.

This time I like to finde also a nice hotel, GF. I do not count every peny and I like to have something nice, and convinient.

I would be very happy if someone of you can provide me with a good tip. !

I wil fly in on a Friday, and will make an arrangement with bkk144, and then look around to finde some other experience. So maybe the lebua is to fre away.

Pleas help me, I realy would preciate this.

Thanks

Will[/QUOTE]

I have a overnight "lay"over in Bangkok arriving 1930 Hrs and departing 0700 Hrs the next morning.

Can anybody suggest a GF Hotel near the airport alongwith details of available activity, if any ? If no activity available, is incall escort service worth it ? Any references for parttime providers are welcome.

Thanks.

[QUOTE=Bowled Over]I have a overnight "lay"over in Bangkok arriving 1930 Hrs and departing 0700 Hrs the next morning.

Can anybody suggest a GF Hotel near the airport alongwith details of available activity, if any ? If no activity available, is incall escort service worth it ? Any references for parttime providers are welcome.

Thanks.[/QUOTE]
Since you have to back at the airport at 5AM or 5.30 then your Hotel doesn't have to be that close to the airport.
As long as close to the expressway entrance you will be able to get to airport in 45 mins max. perhaps less.

Its better to have a Hotel close to the mongering areas if you want to take a girl for the night.
So I imagine that Sukhumwit Soi 6 (Dynasty Grande) or Soi 8 would be O.K. with left turn into Sukhumwit and right turn onto expressway. Others please correct me if I am wrong and cannot get to correct lane from these Sois.
If the girl is no good you can send her away and quickly get another one to replace her.

If you don't want a girl for whole night then simply take girl for a short time to any ST Hotel near mongering areas. She will know where. They are easy to find in Soi Cowboy, Nana Plaza, etc. Then when you are all finished, return to you Hotel near airport (I don't know any because I never consider staying close to airport). Airport Hotels are probably costly.

Hi,

I found out about the Dream Hotel, it looks very nice, but is it GF?

Dose somebody of you hve a recomendation abote the dream?

Thanks a lot

Will

[QUOTE=Kaukaukane]All of my guests loved the room and bed with comforter and four large pillows and voluntarily extended their stay until after sunrise. Breakfast was okay but boring and not as exciting as that offered by lower cost places like Eastiny Plaza on Soi 8 in Pattaya. I may return to stay again but my preference is still the Dynasty Inn Grande on Soi 6.[/QUOTE]Howzit Brah!

Sounds like it was GF, did your guest have to leave her ID?

Sounds like no "walk of shame" past the front desk?

Hi,

I found an information abote the dream hotel in BKK.

Does anyone has an information on the hotel, and it is GF?

It would be grate if someon can provide me with a tip.

Thanks a lot.

Will

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Since you have to back at the airport at 5AM or 5.30 then your Hotel doesn't have to be that close to the airport.

As long as close to the expressway entrance you will be able to get to airport in 45 mins max. perhaps less.

Its better to have a Hotel close to the mongering areas if you want to take a girl for the night.

So I imagine that Sukhumwit Soi 6 (Dynasty Grande) or Soi 8 would be O.K. with left turn into Sukhumwit and right turn onto expressway. Others please correct me if I am wrong and cannot get to correct lane from these Sois.

If the girl is no good you can send her away and quickly get another one to replace her.

If you don't want a girl for whole night then simply take girl for a short time to any ST Hotel near mongering areas. She will know where. They are easy to find in Soi Cowboy, Nana Plaza, etc. Then when you are all finished, return to you Hotel near airport (I don't know any because I never consider staying close to airport). Airport Hotels are probably costly.[/QUOTE]There are times after 15 hours of flying you would want to use your 2 spare/precious hours stretching vs. being couped up in a taxi to/from the airport! Hope someone in the forum can recommend the Suvarnabhumi BKK hotels and contacts.

[QUOTE=Winny49]There are times after 15 hours of flying you would want to use your 2 spare/precious hours stretching vs. being couped up in a taxi to/from the airport! Hope someone in the forum can recommend the Suvarnabhumi BKK hotels and contacts.[/QUOTE]
Look the "girl friendly" implies that he wants to sleep with a girl for significant time.
So Hotels near the airport must exist. But unless he knows the girl already and makes prior arrangements he is going to have to taxi to the mongering areas to find a girl anyway. So where is the advantage of a Hotel at the airport? :confused:
And then many girls will not want to go that far afield anyway.
Its got me puzzled.

O.K. Maybe he wants to ring an escort agency and get some girl (not his type) delivered site unseen.
I have never tried an escort agency because prices seem ridiculous and I am very fussy about choosing.

I was only trying to help by offering alternative ideas that seemed way more sensible to my way of thinking.

[QUOTE=Will Smith69]Hi,

I found out about the Dream Hotel, it looks very nice, but is it GF?

Dose somebody of you hve a recomendation abote the dream?

Thanks a lot

Will[/QUOTE]Will,

Its a great 5 star hotel with cool rooms and the best of everything.

It is guest friendly if u book a room for 2 people, eg Twin/Double.

[QUOTE=Thaihotels]Will,

Its a great 5 star hotel with cool rooms and the best of everything.

It is guest friendly if u book a room for 2 people, eg Twin/Double.[/QUOTE]
Agoda was offering Classic room (with complimentary Internet access) 3500 Baht for a late June stay double room. Seems a good price for 5 star. Obviously high season will be different.
There are several very expensive 5 star Hotels in Bangkok but Dream is fairly close to the mongering action (BKK Hotels Map shows Sukhumwit Soi 15). Very short walk to Cowboy or the MRT for soapy trips.

I am just about thinking with free Internet I should give it a try, even though more than I usually pay.

[QUOTE=Thaihotels]Will,

Its a great 5 star hotel with cool rooms and the best of everything.

It is guest friendly if u book a room for 2 people, eg Twin/Double.[/QUOTE]

It's a nice hotel, but it's not really a 5 star hotel. At least not what most of us would associate with that rating. I think it's more like a 3 star hotel. Along the lines of an S15 or any other hotel that you would find in that price range. The price is a dead giveaway, even though Agoda also lists it as a 5 star. Probably only because the hotel itself bills them as a 5 star.

The location is probably a weak point. Not bad, mind you, but it's definitely not right on Sukhumvit or a stones throw from a BTS station. I included the Agoda map below and some other comparables. No hotel is perfect, so you just need to find one that meets your high priority needs. For me it's new, location, in room safe and minimal walk of shame! LOL!

Good luck!
AT2

[b]AGODA HOTEL MAP[/b]
[url=http://www.agoda.com/MapManagement/Map.aspx?area_id=27713]Sukhumvit Area Hotels – Agoda Map[/url]

[b]DREAM HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 15 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
The hotel has a cool look on their website, but the real thing does not quite live up to the pics. Still a decent hotel option.
[url=http://www.dreambangkokhotel.com/?gclid=CJPRqJC1kpICFRYoawodtxMN_g]Dream Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d305380-Reviews-Dream_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Dream Hotel TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]
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[b]ROYAL PRESIDENT (SUKHUMVIT SOI 15 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.bangkok.com/royalpresident/]Royal President website[/url]
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[b]CITADINES (SUKHUMVIT SOI 16 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
Generally good reviews, and biggest drawback seems to be a long walk to the nearest BTS. There are locations on Soi 8 and Soi 11 in the planning/building stages for the end of 2008.
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[b]S15 HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 15 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
A new hotel on the corner of Sukhumvit Soi 15.
[url=http://www.s15hotel.com/]S15 Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d797817-Reviews-S15_Sukhumvit_Hotel-Bangkok.html]S15 Hotel TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]DYNASTY INN GRANDE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 6 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
Was a nice value spot, but recent price hikes have taken off some of the luster. Close to the NEP action. Nice size rooms, average restaurant.
[url=http://www.dynastygrande.com/]Dynasty Inn Grande Hotel website[/url]
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[b]GRAND PRESIDENT (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url= http://www.grandpresident.com/]Grand President website[/url]
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[b]PRESIDENT SOLITAIRE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url= http://www.presidentsolitaire.com/]President Solitaire website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d308306-Reviews-President_Solitaire-Bangkok.html]President Solitaire TripAdvisor Review[/url]

[b]LE FENIX (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.lefenix-sukhumvit.com/]Le Fenix Hotel website[/url]
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[b]CITY LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 19 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
Part of the Amari Hotels chain.
[url=http://www.amari.com/citylodge/]City Lodge Soi 19/Amari website[/url]
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[b]LIVINGSTONES LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 33 – PHROM PONG BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
A nice spot for newbies and for veteran hobbyists who like a laid back atmosphere. Girls on premises, bar and restaurant.
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[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2]It's a nice hotel, but it's not really a 5 star hotel. At least not what most of us would associate with that rating. I think it's more like a 3 star hotel. Along the lines of an S15 or any other hotel that you would find in that price range. The price is a dead giveaway, even though Agoda also lists it as a 5 star. Probably only because the hotel itself bills them as a 5 star.

The location is probably a weak point. Not bad, mind you, but it's definitely not right on Sukhumvit or a stones throw from a BTS station. I included the Agoda map below and some other comparables. No hotel is perfect, so you just need to find one that meets your high priority needs. For me it's new, location, in room safe and minimal walk of shame! LOL!
[/QUOTE]
I think the Agoda Map is slightly distorted and most of the Maps showing Hotels are not completely reliable. I am guessing that Dream is about 200m from Sukhumwit (where Soi 15 turns the corner) and about twice that to the BTS. Your right its just unfortunate to be between BTS stations. However seems to be highly rated in reviews.
I often stay at Grande President which is further from Suk but closer to the BTS.
But Dream is still an O.K. walk to MRT or Soi Cowboy in my opinion. I usually have to walk much further.

I like the look of new S15 and right on Suk. Special price around 2750 would be worth trying but doesn't look like internet is free through Agoda. Book on S15 website and the internet is complimentary but price goes up to 3200.

Still this is going to be closer to my price range when on special so you have changed my mind.

Citichic sounds good too but again slightly too far from BTS to be really ideal.

Can anyone recommend a nice Hotel to take my Girlfriend.

But, where i can sneak upstairs to a massage parlour with extra's?

In Bangkok or Phuket

Thanks.

Asheron, do you really need upstairs, or can you also go out, and go around the corner?

[QUOTE=Asheron]Can anyone recommend a nice Hotel to take my Girlfriend.

But, where i can sneak upstairs to a massage parlour with extra's?

In Bangkok or Phuket

Thanks.[/QUOTE]

I have very often stayed at the Holiday Inn in Silom Road with my wife. Besides being in a very good location in Bangkok, the hotel is very good value and has excellent accomonditions. The breakfast is vast (one of the best I've ever had) and that alone is worth going to this hotel. The in-house massage parlour is downstairs and looks very legit at first glance, there are about 8/10 girls to choose from for a massage.

They are all well experienced to offer extras at the right moment. I once had an oily massage there where the girl striped naked and used her tits to spread the oil on me from head to toe followed by F/S.

If you turn up with your girlfriend they will ask you if want separate rooms ... pick up the cue (hint, hint).

Marpa

[QUOTE=1Ball]Asheron, do you really need upstairs, or can you also go out, and go around the corner?[/QUOTE]
with trenchcoat, wig, large dark glasses, a hat and fake moustache!

Actually I prefer a Massage Parlour a safe distance from the Hotel. If can get there in 5 minutes, that's reasonable.
Can return by motor-bike if required back in a real hurry.

Taking a naughty massage in the same Hotel is most risky of all.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]I think the Agoda Map is slightly distorted and most of the Maps showing Hotels are not completely reliable. I am guessing that Dream is about 200m from Sukhumwit (where Soi 15 turns the corner) and about twice that to the BTS. Your right its just unfortunate to be between BTS stations. However seems to be highly rated in reviews.
I often stay at Grande President which is further from Suk but closer to the BTS.
But Dream is still an O.K. walk to MRT or Soi Cowboy in my opinion. I usually have to walk much further.

I like the look of new S15 and right on Suk. Special price around 2750 would be worth trying but doesn't look like internet is free through Agoda. Book on S15 website and the internet is complimentary but price goes up to 3200.

Still this is going to be closer to my price range when on special so you have changed my mind.

Citichic sounds good too but again slightly too far from BTS to be really ideal.[/QUOTE]

Mick,

You are right about the Agoda map being a tad off on the locations of the hotels. It does give you some perspective, though. I think Dream is toward the back corner on Soi 15 and not around that corner as pictured, but I could be wrong on this one. And no, it's not that long a walk. The S15 is a nice hotel, but it's a bit snug if there's a King Size bed in the room. The Bed is smack dab in the middle of the room with about 3 feet of space around the bed and the surrounding walls.

It's ok for me, since I spend all of my time at the oilys, soapies or on the bed and not around it. Not good for those that like to walk around the room. I also had the power go out one night, for about 6 hours. The backup generator provided power to the elevators and my bathroom light. That sufficed, as I got an in-room massage with FS at the end. The bathroom light was all that was needed! LOL!

Only a short block to Asoke station, so perfect for the MRT to Soapy land! Close to Soi Cowboy, Soi 22 bars/massage parlors and lot's to do in that area. But you already know all of that! LOL!

Peace,
AT2

Thanks for your reply Marpa, Great Advice

Hi, Marpa,
Your message was timely. I am planning to visit Bangkok with my family and was looking for a "respectable" Hotel. Did you see a lot of WGs with guests in this Hotel?

Are the rooms spacious and updated? Did you book this Hotel directly or through a third party website?

Thanks!

[QUOTE=Marpa]I have very often stayed at the Holiday Inn in Silom Road with my wife. Besides being in a very good location in Bangkok, the hotel is very good value and has excellent accomonditions. The breakfast is vast (one of the best I've ever had) and that alone is worth going to this hotel. [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2]The S15 is a nice hotel, but it's a bit snug if there's a King Size bed in the room. The Bed is smack dab in the middle of the room with about 3 feet of space around the bed and the surrounding walls.

It's ok for me, since I spend all of my time at the oilys, soapies or on the bed and not around it. Not good for those that like to walk around the room. I also had the power go out one night, for about 6 hours. The backup generator provided power to the elevators and my bathroom light. That sufficed, as I got an in-room massage with FS at the end. The bathroom light was all that was needed! LOL!

Only a short block to Asoke station, so perfect for the MRT to Soapy land! Close to Soi Cowboy, Soi 22 bars/massage parlors and lot's to do in that area. But you already know all of that! LOL!

Peace,
AT2[/QUOTE]
Yes we think alike. I would take convenience over size of the room. I used to stay in tiny rooms of Honey Hotel Soi 19 years ago and wasn't even going to Cowboy regularly.

I like this web-site for S15 (as well as the 2 you gave):
[url]http://www.bangkok.com/reviews-boutique/s15-sukhumvit-hotel.html[/url]

So on my next trip I'll try S15, Citichic, and maybe even Dream and compare them to others I have used regularly such as LL, GP, DynG, etc.

P.S. I think the Agoda Map pin for Manhatten should be Dream and Manhatten may only be 100 metres from Suk on the other side of the road.
Its tough when all the different Map sources disagree with each other. But I have a GPS phone now with BKK Maps loaded so I'll check it all next time.

[QUOTE=BKKguru]Hi, Marpa,
Your message was timely. I am planning to visit Bangkok with my family and was looking for a "respectable" Hotel. Did you see a lot of WGs with guests in this Hotel?

Are the rooms spacious and updated? Did you book this Hotel directly or through a third party website?

Thanks![/QUOTE]
When I was not mongering I used to like Baiyoke Sky (Baiyoke 2) as rooms are large with large bed and walk in robe I think, and has magnificent views. Tallest building in Thailand I think.

Only drawback is Internet charges are a bit high.

Guys,

Most web sites with Hotel Maps have many innaccuracies.
But this Map is useful for some Hotels:
[url]http://www.hoteltravel.com/thailand/bangkok/sukhumvit_map.htm[/url]

e.g. of error: Ambassador and Grand President are switched incorrectly. Acctually GP is further into Soi than Ambasador.
Even Nana Hotel is placed wrongly.
So I'm starting to have doubts.

I guess I have to create my own Map.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]I have a GPS phone now with BKK Maps loaded[/QUOTE]
Mick, were the BKK maps pre-loaded, or did you get them from somewhere? I've just upgraded my 'phone to one that has a big enough screen to do GPS justice, so am interested in this software.

[QUOTE=Terry Terrier]Mick, were the BKK maps pre-loaded, or did you get them from somewhere? I've just upgraded my 'phone to one that has a big enough screen to do GPS justice, so am interested in this software.[/QUOTE]
With a Nokia phone, you have to download Maps from internet to PC and plug in phone via USB cable to xfer, but free.
I downloaded Australia, Europe (large), Thailand, and Singapore to start with.
Now if I put some BKK place on a Google Map, I won't have to pace out or guess how many metres down the Soi from the main road.

At some phone shops the staff will load the maps for you at the store for certain barnds of phone, e.g. ASUS.

My latest phone has a good quality camera lense compared to most phones as well. So I hope mongering pics/video is possible on the spur of the moment. Many phone cameras have crap lenses that take lousy pics. Its not just dependent on the number of pixels.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Many phone cameras have crap lenses that take lousy pics. Its not just dependent on the number of pixels.[/QUOTE]

Ok, I am a complete moron when it comes to Photography.... can you tell me what lens is good for a Phone? I am contemplating buying a new phone and was hesitating between a good Camera phone or go totally different and buy a blackberry

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]Ok, I am a complete moron when it comes to Photography.... can you tell me what lens is good for a Phone? I am contemplating buying a new phone and was hesitating between a good Camera phone or go totally different and buy a blackberry[/QUOTE]
Well I am no Camera expert either.
But simply umpteen mega pixels do little to compensate for a shot not properly focussed or with poor light exposure or where camera movement spoiled the shot.
A Nokia with a Karl Zeiss lens (spelling?) and reasonably good auto-focus can take better photos than my previous crap phone with plenty of mega-pixels but not much else.

Most of all its about using the equipment in the best way to suit its limitations too.
The Nokia has zoom, special settings for macro, nighttime, multi-shot sequences, etc.

I would ask your question in the General thread and hope some photography experts can help more than me.

A "Blackberry" strikes me as more of a business oriented phone for urgent emails or maybe for urgent internet use.

The thing I use a phone for most is actually making calls. But a few mongering assistance accessories like still photos, video, GPS and Maps can be handy. I can mark all the places I will visit on the phone and don't need any printed Maps nor Laptop in my backpack.

I wish the phone camera was more silent so that I could secretly snap more easily.

I have got lost somewhat while mongering OS, so GPS and Maps will help at times. Also can help to find Soapies in obscure locations that I have never been to yet.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]I wish the phone camera was more silent so that I could secretly snap more easily..[/QUOTE]

Hahahaha sure thing.

Thanks a lot for the infos, I was actually hesitating with these Carl Zeiss Nokias or the Sony Ericsson... Nokia it is then ;)

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]Hahahaha sure thing.

Thanks a lot for the infos, I was actually hesitating with these Carl Zeiss Nokias or the Sony Ericsson... Nokia it is then ;)[/QUOTE]
Look I heard someone say that the Sony Ericson camera was pretty good too. I am not an expert!

Could somebody give me their preference between Nana Hotel and Majestic Suites standard rooms (about 1350bath)? (possibly from someone who stayed at both hotels)

Most important: cleaness of room, bathroom size/quality, breakfast

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]Ok, I am a complete moron when it comes to Photography.... can you tell me what lens is good for a Phone? I am contemplating buying a new phone and was hesitating between a good Camera phone or go totally different and buy a blackberry[/QUOTE]
If you want to do real photography, buy a real camera. You are better off to buy a Blackberry and a separate camera.

Regardless of the lens, a camera phone is very limited to giving you a good picture except in an optimum setting. The megapixels only relate to the clarity of the enlargements.

ML, it is Carl Zeiss.

Which of the 2 Marriotts is the best to stay at in Bangkok for mongering. The J.W. or the Marriott resort & Spa? Thanks, for any info.

[QUOTE=NicFrenchy]Hahahaha sure thing.

Thanks a lot for the infos, I was actually hesitating with these Carl Zeiss Nokias or the Sony Ericsson... Nokia it is then ;)[/QUOTE][QUOTE=Duniawala]If you want to do real photography, buy a real camera. You are better off to buy a Blackberry and a separate camera.

Regardless of the lens, a camera phone is very limited to giving you a good picture except in an optimum setting. The megapixels only relate to the clarity of the enlargements.
ML, it is Carl Zeiss.[/QUOTE]If you want to take good pictures with a flash, it is essential that you can turn it bouncing. With small cameras you only have 2 options: Nikon and Canan. Since the canon is way too big, Nikon P5100 is the choice. It makes excellent videos (for a camerea) too, is affordable and you can buy a very small external flash (SB-400). Set down the resolution from 12 to 8 MPix, because the chip is too small for 12 and gives better results (less noise) at 8.
One disadvantage: The camera is pretty slow in focussing when the light is low.
I feel that the pics out of a phone (most of them), unless you want to catch some evidence lacking a camera, are pretty useless. And even then they might be.

I wonder if this discussion is not one of the very few that would actually belong to the photo gallery.

[QUOTE=Duniawala]If you want to do real photography, buy a real camera. You are better off to buy a Blackberry and a separate camera.[/QUOTE]

I have a camera, the issue is not about wanting or not to do real Photography. I was hesitating between a Good Camera Phone or a more Business like Phone.

[QUOTE=Francesco24]Could somebody give me their preference between Nana Hotel and Majestic Suites standard rooms (about 1350bath)? (possibly from someone who stayed at both hotels)

Most important: cleaness of room, bathroom size/quality, breakfast[/QUOTE]
There will be plenty of reports in this thread on each of those Hotels so do a "Search this Thread"
Search for
Majestic+Suites
or
"Nana Hotel"

I have stayed in both but too long ago. Both were O.K. but I need good internet facilities to report to the ISG. ;)

Gee, Nic - if you HAVE the camera, the PHONE can just be something like a Razor or even a cheapo Nokia that just "talks" (mine is black and white - not even colour) I can use my Razor V3 though because of the 4 band coverage - easier - just switch to the Thai chip or whatever system. IF you want/need "full keyboard" for texting, you are overworked ;)

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Since you have to back at the airport at 5AM or 5.30 then your Hotel doesn't have to be that close to the airport.
As long as close to the expressway entrance you will be able to get to airport in 45 mins max. perhaps less.

Its better to have a Hotel close to the mongering areas if you want to take a girl for the night.
So I imagine that Sukhumwit Soi 6 (Dynasty Grande) or Soi 8 would be O.K. with left turn into Sukhumwit and right turn onto expressway. Others please correct me if I am wrong and cannot get to correct lane from these Sois.
If the girl is no good you can send her away and quickly get another one to replace her.

If you don't want a girl for whole night then simply take girl for a short time to any ST Hotel near mongering areas. She will know where. They are easy to find in Soi Cowboy, Nana Plaza, etc. Then when you are all finished, return to you Hotel near airport (I don't know any because I never consider staying close to airport). Airport Hotels are probably costly.[/QUOTE]

Mick Licker,

Many thanks for your suggestion and help.
Did exactly as you said and had a good time.
Small report (after all, how long can a ST report be ?) in the reports section.

[QUOTE=Francesco24]Could somebody give me their preference between Nana Hotel and Majestic Suites standard rooms (about 1350bath)? (possibly from someone who stayed at both hotels)

Most important: cleaness of room, bathroom size/quality, breakfast[/QUOTE]

I've stayed at both and I prefer Majestic Suites. Majestic Suites is a newer property compared to Nana. But I did like the breakfast buffet at Nana.
Majestic suites also has in-room safes that Nana hotel lacks.
Just my preference but I wouldn't hesitate to stay at Nana if I couldn't book Majestic.

Just an update on this hotel. They have upgraded their rooms and are quite nice. Got rid of the old carpeting and replaced with wood (?) floors, bathrooms renovated etc. Rooms are quite big compared to Manhattan. However, rates has jumped to 1600 net. The best thing is a free wireless and a trip downstairs to the Thermae.

[QUOTE=Duniawala]Just an update on this hotel. They have upgraded their rooms and are quite nice. Got rid of the old carpeting and replaced with wood (?) floors, bathrooms renovated etc. Rooms are quite big compared to Manhattan. However, rates has jumped to 1600 net. The best thing is a free wireless and a trip downstairs to the Thermae.[/QUOTE]Duniawala,

First time I stayed here was 10 yr ago.

It was 900 bht then.

This is a good location, but man inflation is getting bad in Bangkok.

Even AW Business Inn want 1000bht for their dump.

Fast eddie 48

[QUOTE=Will Smith69]Hi,

I found an information abote the dream hotel in BKK.

Does anyone has an information on the hotel, and it is GF?

It would be grate if someon can provide me with a tip.

Thanks a lot.

Will[/QUOTE]Dream Hotel is very GF. It has free internet which is a plus, and it is a nice friendly place with a bit of cachet. The location isn't perfect as its about 200 meters from Sukhumvit as Mick suggests. But, Soi Cowboy and NEP are both within walking distance, albeit a longish walk. You may find the best rate on this hotel is on Expedia (around $80. 00).

I've tried to find a reference to this newish hotel located on Soi 7 using the search function and couldn't find anything so i apologize if this has been covered.

Anyone stay here yet? Is it GF?

The suites look great, and I can envision filling one with Biergarten girls in the day, and Rainbow girls at night...

[QUOTE=Washburn]I've tried to find a reference to this newish hotel located on Soi 7 using the search function and couldn't find anything so i apologize if this has been covered.

Anyone stay here yet? Is it GF?

The suites look great, and I can envision filling one with Biergarten girls in the day, and Rainbow girls at night...[/QUOTE]
Johnthescot saked same question with no answers.
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=748523&postcount=241[/url]

Its not hard to find with a general web search. e.g.
[url]www.agoda.com/asia/thailand/bangkok/mac_boutique_suites_hotel.html[/url]

While I haven't been there, its very likely to be GF in this district. You could ring them up and ask.
Normally only the pompous Hotels on Sukhumwit are not GF, e.g. Rembrandt.

You're right, Mick, they're probably completely GF ; given their location that would only be logical. LOS and logic aren't currently on speaking terms, however, so I'll try to check them out before I book.

BTW the Rembrandt is listed as GF, along with a number of hotels that I'm certain are, on Black Gold's website so I'm guessing it is (as they ought to know).

[QUOTE=BKKguru]Hi, Marpa,
Your message was timely. I am planning to visit Bangkok with my family and was looking for a "respectable" Hotel. Did you see a lot of WGs with guests in this Hotel?

Are the rooms spacious and updated? Did you book this Hotel directly or through a third party website?

Thanks![/QUOTE]

Hi BKKguru,

Sorry I didn't reply earlier but I was travelling in Thailand the past week and took a break from computers.

In Bangkok I did stay at the Holiday Inn in Silom once again, with my family and its not the kind of hotel where Farangs walk around with WG's. If they were there, then they were very discreet. The hotel is used by Emirates and Singapore Airlines for their staff so it wouldn't have been chosen if it wasn't classified as a "respectable" hotel . The rooms are very spacious with all the comforts of a 4 star. I booked directly from their website : [url]www.bangkok-silom.holiday-inn.com[/url]. I was charged Thai Baht 2669 per room, per night, including breakfast for 2 pers. I strongly recommend this hotel if you are travelling with your family. Also don't forget the massage center in the basement that offers all types of services. If you do go for a massage try Ninnah (not sure of the spelling) and she'll give you a memorable time but bargain hard and bring her down as she starts off from an absurd price.

Good luck,
Marpa

[QUOTE=Washburn]BTW the Rembrandt is listed as GF, along with a number of hotels that I'm certain are, on Black Gold's website so I'm guessing it is (as they ought to know).[/QUOTE]
O.K. Its just that when I stayed there, they seemed to want to check that my GF was actually checked in on the register (which she was), but perhaps they were merely wanting her Id Card if she wasn't checked in.
In any case I found them to be more irritating and pompous than most Hotels. This was 2-3 years ago.
In addition Rembrandt is a long way down the Soi so I don't go there anymore.

[QUOTE=Duniawala]Just an update on this hotel. They have upgraded their rooms and are quite nice. Got rid of the old carpeting and replaced with wood (?) floors, bathrooms renovated etc. Rooms are quite big compared to Manhattan. However, rates has jumped to 1600 net. The best thing is a free wireless and a trip downstairs to the Thermae.[/QUOTE]
Duni,
Wow that price is good if you don't need a pool (I assume they don't have one) and location very good for BTS or Soi Cowboy. Is it noisy there?
Is there any easy way to cross sukhumwit road there if you need to get to the expressway in a hurry?
I presume need to U-turn as Asoke and come back?

Sorry, one more question. Are the beds a good size and soft?
I hate the very hard beds at Grand Business Inn and the noise (a lot of construction work when I was there and also big air gaps under the door causes Hotel guest noise to carry).

Hello All, will be in BKK on the 12 for two nights, then back again after about 10 days and stay for a week (maybe Koh Samui or Pattaya, not sure yet)

Any recent word on [url]www.cozyatten.com?[/url] It was posted a while back by a member, but no new comments. Am thinking Citichic or this one. 1000THB difference and possibly the only difference is breakfast? I don't care about pool, etc.

Thanks in Advance.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]O.K. Its just that when I stayed there, they seemed to want to check that my GF was actually checked in on the register (which she was), but perhaps they were merely wanting her Id Card if she wasn't checked in.
In any case I found them to be more irritating and pompous than most Hotels. This was 2-3 years ago.

In addition Rembrandt is a long way down the Soi so I don't go there anymore.[/QUOTE]Mick, I just read on another forum that Rembrandt Serviced Apartments is GF, but the Rembrandt hotel is not, so I think that the better view is likely that the Rembrandt is not GF, as you stated.

[quote=mick licker]duni,
wow that price is good if you don't need a pool (i assume they don't have one) and location very good for bts or soi cowboy. is it noisy there?
is there any easy way to cross sukhumwit road there if you need to get to the expressway in a hurry?
i presume need to u-turn as asoke and come back?

sorry, one more question. are the beds a good size and soft?
i hate the very hard beds at grand business inn and the noise (a lot of construction work when i was there and also big air gaps under the door causes hotel guest noise to carry).[/quote]
they do have a pool albeit a small one on the 8th floor. there is like a mini restaurant there also, if you want breakfast. limited to continental or american style. (not included in room rate)

soi cowboy is walking distance (5-10 minutes, depending on your speed). asoke station is closer. i just walk to robinson, go to the second floor and walk on to their walkway to the station. saves me from climbing all the stairs. (have bad knees)

yes, you have to make a u-turn at asoke for the expressway. but some taxis make left on soi 15 and go down to soi 3 using back roads and make a turn to go to the expressway.

the beds are queen size and the beds just right. i don't like hard ones either.

now that the sofitel next door has completed most of the outside work, there is hardly any noise.

cons:
the bathrooms are small. they have shower stalls and the floor gets flooded. however, water drains away quite fast, and a towel on the floor does the trick.

pros:
free wi-fi.

massage parlor on the 3rd floor. not much choices of girls, but they do give you a good massage. you can even have the girl come to your room. same rate.

all the tgs are milling around the front entrance, or at the thermae down below. after closing they are all on the front having noodles and such. i guess the thermae is getting crowded with too many tgs chasing a few japanese. last week, had a pretty good looking (an 8) tg proposition me, which was a surprise considering my physical shape and brown skin. last year, had a tough time even getting to talk to them.

there is a bar w/pool tables on the ground floor, if you are so inclined.

bottom line: it is not soi 33 but it is a convenient place to be with lots of options, from restaurants, shopping and of course tgs.

The internet rates in low season looks good on many hotels.

Somebody know if it is like the rate is lowest on the web or if you walk in on places and ask for example that you would stay x number of nights and so on, is it going to get any cheaper then?

Experience anyone?

I'm going in September and when Im in Bangkok I would like to upgrade my living with a nicer hotel on Suk.

Primo

[quote=duniawala]they do have a pool albeit a small one on the 8th floor. there is like a mini restaurant there also, if you want breakfast. limited to continental or american style. (not included in room rate)

soi cowboy is walking distance (5-10 minutes, depending on your speed). asoke station is closer. i just walk to robinson, go to the second floor and walk on to their walkway to the station. saves me from climbing all the stairs. (have bad knees)

yes, you have to make a u-turn at asoke for the expressway. but some taxis make left on soi 15 and go down to soi 3 using back roads and make a turn to go to the expressway.

the beds are queen size and the beds just right. i don't like hard ones either.

now that the sofitel next door has completed most of the outside work, there is hardly any noise.

cons:
the bathrooms are small. they have shower stalls and the floor gets flooded. however, water drains away quite fast, and a towel on the floor does the trick.

pros:
free wi-fi.

massage parlor on the 3rd floor. not much choices of girls, but they do give you a good massage. you can even have the girl come to your room. same rate.

all the tgs are milling around the front entrance, or at the thermae down below. after closing they are all on the front having noodles and such. i guess the thermae is getting crowded with too many tgs chasing a few japanese. last week, had a pretty good looking (an 8) tg proposition me, which was a surprise considering my physical shape and brown skin. last year, had a tough time even getting to talk to them.

there is a bar w/pool tables on the ground floor, if you are so inclined.

bottom line: it is not soi 33 but it is a convenient place to be with lots of options, from restaurants, shopping and of course tgs.[/quote]
thanks for the superb extra details. i think i might try it sometime.
it sure seems convenient even if a little "too close" to the action.
hard to get all these facilities for the same price.
seems similar to grand business inn but not sharing its problems (hard beds, noisy, no pool).
certainly would be convenient for soapy excursions using the mrt.
i aslo intend to try citichic and s15 to compare different price classes.

however i am still very happy with livingstones on soi 33 when in full mongering mode.

[quote=duniawala]they do have a pool albeit a small one on the 8th floor. there is like a mini restaurant there also, if you want breakfast. limited to continental or american style. (not included in room rate)

soi cowboy is walking distance (5-10 minutes, depending on your speed). asoke station is closer. i just walk to robinson, go to the second floor and walk on to their walkway to the station. saves me from climbing all the stairs. (have bad knees)

yes, you have to make a u-turn at asoke for the expressway. but some taxis make left on soi 15 and go down to soi 3 using back roads and make a turn to go to the expressway.

the beds are queen size and the beds just right. i don't like hard ones either.

now that the sofitel next door has completed most of the outside work, there is hardly any noise.

cons:
the bathrooms are small. they have shower stalls and the floor gets flooded. however, water drains away quite fast, and a towel on the floor does the trick.

pros:
free wi-fi.

massage parlor on the 3rd floor. not much choices of girls, but they do give you a good massage. you can even have the girl come to your room. same rate.

all the tgs are milling around the front entrance, or at the thermae down below. after closing they are all on the front having noodles and such. i guess the thermae is getting crowded with too many tgs chasing a few japanese. last week, had a pretty good looking (an 8) tg proposition me, which was a surprise considering my physical shape and brown skin. last year, had a tough time even getting to talk to them.

there is a bar w/pool tables on the ground floor, if you are so inclined.

bottom line: it is not soi 33 but it is a convenient place to be with lots of options, from restaurants, shopping and of course tgs.[/quote]duniawala /mikc,

i just check asiaroom.com they have ruamchitt plaza hotel standard room at 1200 bht and dlx room 1800 bht ,i am not sure did they remodel all their toom or just the dlx room and i just book for sep already have comfirmation.

[url]http://www.asiatravel.com/ruamchitt/index.html[/url]

fast eddie 48

I've stayed at Ruamchitt a number of times. Only going back a year or so ago I thought it was great value at B900. Slightly, just slightly, better rooms than Nana, and a little bigger. Good location as previously posted. Thermae downstairs. Turn left, Cowboy in 5-7 minutes. Turn right and Nana was about 10-12 walking on the odd side, a little quicker if you cross using the pedestrian bridge and walk down the even side.
Fantastic rooftop pool, very clean and well maintained and not often used by other guest so quite often have it to yourself.
Having said all of that, as mentioned they recently renovated and uped the prices. On my last visit they had two choices - B1100 for the old rooms and B1600 for newer rooms. I booked the old rooms, assuming they were the same rooms I had had all along, however I copped a room down a series of little hallways down the back - they were dark and musty. Checked out the next day. Nana, Majestic and Dynasty were all booked and luckily found an absolute gem down Soi 4.
Maybe 200 meters further up from Nana Hotel, on same Side was Swan Bar. There are three or four around here all numbered. I think this was '4' and opposite was another with cheapo accomodation - B600, but didn't go in.
'4' looks just like a pool bar but at the back is a small desk with rooms upstairs.
The rooms were small but immaculately clean. Wooden floor boards with a little balcony overlooking the Soi - although can't see too much beside the roof of the bar downstairs and hundreds of powerlines, but it added light and air. B800. Don't have contact details but when I was there I only saw a handful of guests - I think the have about 12 rooms or so over three floors. Quite homely. Cable tv and maybe room service from the bar downstairs but don't quote me on that and 5 minute walk to Nana.

Cheers.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Thanks for the superb extra details. I think I might try it sometime.
It sure seems convenient even if a little "too close" to the action.
Hard to get all these facilities for the same price.
Seems similar to Grand Business Inn but not sharing its problems (hard beds, noisy, no pool).
Certainly would be convenient for Soapy excursions using the MRT.
I aslo intend to try Citichic and S15 to compare different price classes.

However I am still very happy with Livingstones on Soi 33 when in full mongering mode.[/QUOTE]

I visited LOS for the first time last year and I'll be back later on this year. As many of you know websites only carry a percentage of hotels in Sukhumvit or anywhere else in Thailand for that matter.
It may be wise to book in a recommendable hotel (via internet) for the first night, then look around for alternative accomodation once you're there.
Cheers
Taka
PS: One month and counting to BKK

[QUOTE=Mick Licker].............However I am still very happy with Livingstones on Soi 33 when in full mongering mode.[/QUOTE]
Of course, Ruamchitt is no LL. Overall, LL is a much better choice. It's just that sometimes one needs a change of pace.

They have lowered the price. its back on the 2280, and they don't make a diference between the wings.

For this price, i think its one of the best offerings in Bangkok, despite the fact they don't offer breakfast.

[QUOTE=Montecristo]They have lowered the price. its back on the 2280, and they don't make a diference between the wings.

For this price, i think its one of the best offerings in Bangkok, despite the fact they don't offer breakfast.[/QUOTE]

Interesting. I would guess that folks are starting to feel the pain of higher airfares resulting from fewer flights and high fuel surcharges. But it could simply be that they over-reached. I personally went away from them when they jacked the rate for the nicer wing to 2800, and I booked the CitiChic instead for my last trip. I certainly would have stayed at the Dynasty Grande had they kept the 2280 rate early last December. I wonder how many other customers that they lost due to that big price hike. Obviously, they felt the pain.

Dynasty Grande -[QUOTE=Montecristo]They have lowered the price. its back on the 2280, and they don't make a diference between the wings.

For this price, i think its one of the best offerings in Bangkok, despite the fact they don't offer breakfast.[/QUOTE]My problem is that the cheap places are now close to 1500 baht

Dynasty Inn (Soi4) is 1480, it was 990 3-4 years ago.

Nana is 1490 , Majestic suites is 1315

These prices are pretty high compared to the 2280 for Dynasty Grande

With the lower US dollar that has really raised the price of staying around Nana,

It would be nice if there were more decent 1000 baht places , I may have to hunt around next time and see what available

BK

[QUOTE=Montecristo]They have lowered the price. its back on the 2280, and they don't make a diference between the wings.

For this price, i think its one of the best offerings in Bangkok, despite the fact they don't offer breakfast.[/QUOTE]
For this price I would go back there. Its O.K. that the breakfast is not included, as the daytime cook was terrible at anything other than Thai food. I would strongly consider staying there but eating breakfast/lunch nearby instead.

If you do eat there, order something Thai or very basic that is hard to stuff up.

Hello,

I am planning to stay - Ambassador Hotel, does anyone have any information? Do the offer "room" service etc?

Dear All,
Just came across this website. It's got an interactive map and useful for first time travellers

[url]www.hotelsguidethailand.com[/url]

enjoy and take care

Taka

[QUOTE=Takamine1]Dear All,
Just came across this website. It's got an interactive map and useful for first time travellers

[url]www.hotelsguidethailand.com[/url]

enjoy and take care

Taka[/QUOTE]
I looked at the Map part by Thinknet critically:
[url]http://www.mapguidethailand.com/home/map?l=en&cat=1[/url]

It is more accurate than most Hotel Maps but a little out of date. I couldn't find these Hotels: Majestic Grande, Adelphi, Citichic, S15, Grand Millenium, Livingstone's.

Still very useful reference

[QUOTE=Swedster]Hello,

I am planning to stay - Ambassador Hotel, does anyone have any information? Do the offer "room" service etc?[/QUOTE]They do have room service, but it is not girl friendly. Especially if you are staying on the south tower(low budget area of the hotel). Last year I made a reservation for 2 and checked in. The second guest of course joined me that evening. They almost made me pay extra for my companion. They let the 2nd guest in only after registering at the front desk. I left Ambassador the following day and walked up to Grand president, just up the street.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]I looked at the Map part by Thinknet critically:
[url]http://www.mapguidethailand.com/home/map?l=en&cat=1[/url]

It is more accurate than most Hotel Maps but a little out of date. I couldn't find these Hotels: Majestic Grande, Adelphi, Citichic, S15, Grand Millenium, Livingstone's.

Still very useful reference[/QUOTE]

Dear Mick,
Thanks for the website. I acknowledge that you have far more experience than me wrt BKK hotels. Hopefully this thread provides the right info. for all to use
Taka

[QUOTE=Swedster]Hello,

I am planning to stay - Ambassador Hotel, does anyone have any information? Do the offer "room" service etc?[/QUOTE]Ambassador is okay, ideal location, good choice for breakfast, not guest friendly even if you pick up at its own club.

Hard to believe, given their location, but Asiatravel advises that MacBoutique charges a 1000 B joiner fee. In practice, who knows what they'd do, but it's a bit pricey to experiment.

[QUOTE=Swedster]Hello,

I am planning to stay - Ambassador Hotel, does anyone have any information? Do the offer "room" service etc?[/QUOTE]

What kind of information are you looking for? They do accept "guests", but they did have a "joiner fee" of 500 baht years back. I hear that the joiner fee is still in place. The annoying thing, is that you know the guy watching the elevator is probably pocketing the baht. If you book a double, then the fee did not apply. You would need to do the math, to see if this works out for you.

There's a clever way to get around this, mentioned years ago by another poster. There's a stairway to the 2nd floor, which you will see. I think they have the meeting rooms on that level. Take the stairs to that level and catch the elevator up to your room from the 2nd floor. Not sure if they closed that option with a "guard" or not. You do take the risk, that the girl could cause some trouble and she would not be "registered".

They have a Spa\Fitness Center, so they probably have the in-room massage. Extra's really depends on the girl. There is also a massage place just off the lobby, next to the shops on the right hand side of the entrance coming in to the hotel lobby or to the left if you are exiting. Had an ok massage and nice hj there, and the girl suggested takeout the next time. Not a repeat for me, with too many other options.

The Spice Club is down in the basement level, just off the lobby area (staircase leading down to the club, with an exit leading to the parking lot). A couple of restaurants on premises, decent food but not great, lot's of clubs and bars in the area from Soi 3 through Soi 11, so the location is good. A bit of a walk to the Sky Train, but very manageable.

There's also Sabai Sabai right across Soi 11, behind the 7-11. I would recommend them over the Spa or Massage place off the lobby area. They do take out and it's right across the street, so they can be in your room very fast. The girls do tend to ask alot for fs, so be prepared to bargain.

It's been years since I stayed at the Ambassador, but by all accounts, things have not changed. They did not have an in-room safe, which for me is a "must have" and unfortunately the hotel was showing it's age back then and I never went back. My only recent visits were for my Spice Club fly-by's. I do recall the Beer Garden\Food Court outside the Ambassador, which is now long gone.

Good luck!
AT2

I stayed in December last year, first of all you should not stay in main tower.

They do charge for joiner.

The Health Club do give a HJ for Baht 1000. Location wise, it is ok, but rest is left to hit and miss, I would not stay there again.

[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2]What kind of information are you looking for? They do accept "guests", but they did have a "joiner fee" of 500 baht years back. I hear that the joiner fee is still in place. The annoying thing, is that you know the guy watching the elevator is probably pocketing the baht. If you book a double, then the fee did not apply. You would need to do the math, to see if this works out for you.

There's a clever way to get around this, mentioned years ago by another poster. There's a stairway to the 2nd floor, which you will see. I think they have the meeting rooms on that level. Take the stairs to that level and catch the elevator up to your room from the 2nd floor. Not sure if they closed that option with a "guard" or not. You do take the risk, that the girl could cause some trouble and she would not be "registered".

They have a Spa\Fitness Center, so they probably have the in-room massage. Extra's really depends on the girl. There is also a massage place just off the lobby, next to the shops on the right hand side of the entrance coming in to the hotel lobby or to the left if you are exiting. Had an ok massage and nice HJ there, and the girl suggested takeout the next time. Not a repeat for me, with too many other options.

The Spice Club is down in the basement level, just off the lobby area (staircase leading down to the club, with an exit leading to the parking lot). A couple of restaurants on premises, decent food but not great, lot's of clubs and bars in the area from Soi 3 through Soi 11, so the location is good. A bit of a walk to the Sky Train, but very manageable.

There's also Sabai Sabai right across Soi 11, behind the 7-11. I would recommend them over the Spa or Massage place off the lobby area. They do take out and it's right across the street, so they can be in your room very fast. The girls do tend to ask alot for fs, so be prepared to bargain.

It's been years since I stayed at the Ambassador, but by all accounts, things have not changed. They did not have an in-room safe, which for me is a "must have" and unfortunately the hotel was showing it's age back then and I never went back. My only recent visits were for my Spice Club fly-by's. I do recall the Beer Garden\Food Court outside the Ambassador, which is now long gone.

Good luck!

AT2[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2]...If you book a double, then the fee did not apply.
..... A couple of restaurants on premises, decent food but not great, lot's of clubs and bars in the area from Soi 3 through Soi 11, so the location is good. A bit of a walk to the Sky Train, but very manageable......[/QUOTE]
I always book double rooms regardless (just in case)!

It can't be more than 300m from Ambassador to the skytrain, which is O.K. unless weather is real bad.
Come on, most of us need the exercise to help keep the weight off. Sexercise just isn't enough.
This doesn't mean I would choose Ambassador.

For most massage parlours you have the girl on the premises, so GF Hotel not needed.
For bar girls there are plenty of short time Hotels near to Nana Plaza or Soi Cowboy.
So its only when you want a girl for the whole night that a GF Hotel is necessary.
Its not the end of the world to be hit by a joiner fee, if not every night, although its never happened to me to pay a joiner fee.
I guess I have always chosen a suitable Hotel when in mongering mode, but I do recall the management checking for double room booking on occasions.

When having a massage, choose the best MP to suit your requirements. It doesn't need to be right at your Hotel (IMHO)!
There is no way I would use an MP in Soi 11 (even when I stay in Soi 11) when I could go to Tulip for a porn-star, or Angel26 or Thonglor2, or a nice Soapy.
But then again I am crazy. I like gorgeous hot wanton and willing babes and don't really care if they can massage or not.

Be prepared to get a little exercise by trying various reliable venues is my motto.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]<cut>
It can't be more than 300m from Ambassador to the skytrain, which is O.K. unless weather is real bad.
Come on, most of us need the exercise to help keep the weight off. Sexercise just isn't enough.
This doesn't mean I would choose Ambassador.
[/quote]

LOL! It's a habit that I mention walking distance. It's probably a Hawaii thing, but it could apply elsewhere. People in Hawaii will run Marathon's, Surf, Swim, Hike, Bike, but then park a car about a hundred yards from the Mall and grumble about the walk .. in beautiful weather! I don't get it, but because of that, I tend to bring it up in my posts. If it's raining .. don't get me started on that one! It's not a far walk (2 to 3 blocks) and no, I would not use that as a reason to avoid the Ambassador.



[QUOTE=Mick Licker]<cut>
When having a massage, choose the best MP to suit your requirements. It doesn't need to be right at your Hotel (IMHO)!
There is no way I would use an MP in Soi 11 (even when I stay in Soi 11) when I could go to Tulip for a porn-star, or Angel26 or Thonglor2, or a nice Soapy.
But then again I am crazy. I like gorgeous hot wanton and willing babes and don't really care if they can massage or not.

Be prepared to get a little exercise by trying various reliable venues is my motto.[/QUOTE]

I agree. The in house massage should only be used as a last resort. There are too many great places with top notch talent and Tulip, Angels, Thonglor2, etc, would all be better picks. They do close, though, and in a pinch (say 3:00am in the morning), Sabai Sabai comes in handy. Yes, sadly .. I am a horndog and I have had 3:00am and 4:00am sessions.

AT2

[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2]They do close, though, and in a pinch (say 3:00am in the morning), Sabai Sabai comes in handy. Yes, sadly .. I am a horndog and I have had 3:00am and 4:00am sessions.
AT2[/QUOTE]
Yes you need places to cover almost any time.
I find that by 3:00AM I should have already had a couple of sessions (at least) and should be time for sleep. I'm to old to be at my peak performance at 3 or 4 in the morning.

Its 8 or 9AM when I am desperate for a girl, with hard-on ready to go, if haven't got one for the whole night.

[QUOTE=Swedster]Hello,

I am planning to stay - Ambassador Hotel, does anyone have any information? Do the offer "room" service etc?[/QUOTE]Dear Friend,

Forget about the Ambassador.

They are not girl friendly.

The service is poor.

Regards

AT2 - not to mention that for some unexplained reason Thai just look at you "funny" if they see you walking (which is my primary transportation mode in muangthai for distances up to 2 km or more depending on how sweaty I want to get.)

If you think Thai don't like to walk just try Cambodia :)

Hi,

Iv been very very lucky! Everything is aranged, I arrive 8. 8. 08 and stay at the dream hotel, I got some good recomendations for this, and I will tell how the hotel is as soon as I have the live impression.

I have an question: how will be the wether beginning of August? I read it is raining season, how is this?

Thanks

Will

[QUOTE=Narak Farang]Dear Friend,

Forget about the Ambassador.

They are not girl friendly.

The service is poor.

Regards[/QUOTE]
"Na Rak" is right. Most of us wouldn't consider the Ambassador as a good alternative. Look through the Hotels thread for recent recommendations like "S15" for example is very new, well placed on Sukhumwit road, etc.
That would be my recommendation. Or if you are keen on a more boutique cheaper style, the Livingstone's Lodge (but it it has naughty girls in the "Sports Bar").

Washburn: I emailed mac boutique and was told they don't charge a joiner fee. But the price is 100 baht more than citichic, so not sure if a bargain.

A few days ago I asked a question about 'cozyatten.com' didn't hear anything about it, and it seems a very basic hotel (which is not for me) so dropped it.

My choices come down to Citichic and Dynasty Grande, (and possible mac boutique). Dynasty is smack dab in the middle of it, for Citichic I guess you gotta walk a bit. Though you get breakfast. Both have Gyms and Pools, but someone did report about masturbating japaenese women at the Citichic! I wonder how many newbies are going to post useless comments and not RTFF for that little gem! Sorry.

I am arriving on the 12th, for two nights, anybody want to hang? . I had bought a 'True' sim last time I was in BKK but I think it has expired, I don't think I will need to have a number for just two nights. But if anyone knows if they will restart it, please do let me know.

[QUOTE=Bounce Around]
I am arriving on the 12th, for two nights, anybody want to hang? . I had bought a 'True' sim last time I was in BKK but I think it has expired, I don't think I will need to have a number for just two nights. But if anyone knows if they will restart it, please do let me know.[/QUOTE]
Normally when you top up your phone account, it will tell you the expiry date for the SIM is extended to ....
I have found with 12call that it may not expire exactly on that date. May have a month perhaps grace to get it going again before it will be totally cancelled.

I can switch my phone on with Thai SIM OS and type in *120# to find out how mnay Baht remain and expiry date.
I'm sure there will be a web site explaining the procedures for your provider.
You can always call the "Call Centre" personal and ask them when you can keep the number till.

But hey, SIMs are cheap now. Its often cheaper to get a new SIM each trip rather than extra top ups just to last till a date.

With some providers there is a trick, e.g. 12call. Find a Thai bar girl on the same provider.
She can tranfer some of her un-needed huge number of expiry days to your your phone number (SIM). You can give her a suitable tip that will make both of you happy or you can transfer "Baht credit" from your phone to hers.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker] Or if you are keen on a more boutique cheaper style, the Livingstone's Lodge (but it it has naughty girls in the "Sports Bar").[/QUOTE]Girls are still naughty? Yeah, I remember last Xmas time visit when they teamed against me. Will be in August Nana area. I think I try Grand President hotel this time.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]
I have found with 12call that it may not expire exactly on that date. May have a month perhaps grace to get it going again before it will be totally cancelled.

I can switch my phone on with Thai SIM OS and type in *120# to find out how mnay Baht remain and expiry date.
I'm sure there will be a web site explaining the procedures for your provider.
.....[/QUOTE]
Correction:
*121# to find the Balance. (I'm a bad typist too).

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Correction:
*121# to find the Balance. (I'm a bad typist too).[/QUOTE]
Or use the scroll function to go down to "Balance" on the menu, then press the call button. It's easier.

Thanks for the info! I guess it'll be a new sim for me, 'cause I will be back after ten days in China and spend some time in koh samui.

Both CitiChic and Dynasty Grande booked up for this weekend. Am trying my luck with Mac Boutique.

Does anyone know if the Courtyard by Marriott at this location:

Courtyard Bangkok 155/1 Soi Mahadlekluang 1, Rajdamri Road,
Bangkok , Thailand 10330

Is girl friendly? Has anyone stayed at this hotel before? Had any experience with it? I guess it is pretty far away from the action but unfortunately the JW Marriott is not available the night I arrive. I know I don't have to stay at a Marriott, but I am using my award points.

Thanks again to all

JohnnieBravo

Has anyone had any experience with the Conrad in terms of it being girl friendly or not? Sorry for this second post right in a row.

All Seasons Place, 87/3 Wireless, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand

I believe this location is much closer to the action then any other Hilton property?

Thanks again to all my helpful fellow mongers out there :-)

JohnnieBravo

The Conrad is definitely friendly. You are right about the location, as it is a very short convenient cab ride to the action - as an SPG elite member, I prefer the Plaza Athenee, just up the street about 200 meters or so. If the weather is pleasant, and not the sauna that Bangkok often is, the distance is walkable. I usually walk from the Plaza Athenee to the Nana area and then cab it back with my newly found friend.

Can't speak to the Marriott Courtyard.

Personally, I think that the location of the Conrad and Plaza Athenee is ideal if you need to be reasonably close to the action, but not TOO close when dealing with business associates or non-pro companions.

As for Marriott properties, have you considered the Marriott Mayfair serviced apartments? As a serviced apartment, they will definitely be friendly.

[QUOTE=JohnnieBravo]Has anyone had any experience with the Conrad in terms of it being girl friendly or not? Sorry for this second post right in a row.

All Seasons Place, 87/3 Wireless, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand

I believe this location is much closer to the action then any other Hilton property?

Thanks again to all my helpful fellow mongers out there :-)

JohnnieBravo[/QUOTE]
I thought the disco at conrad was great. But I don't stay there. Too expensive.

Hi, I will be visiting Bangkok first week of August. I am there to fuck an old lover of mine and not THAT (probably I am fully occupied) interested at sight seeing or action.

I am looking for hotels that cost about USD40-50 per night, are there any you guys would recomend? My lover works near the Siam Square, so she says it would be best to be near there. So far, I am going for

Astera Sathorn hotel Bangkok

The Astera Sathorn hotel was previously known as Sathorn Villa.

Address : 481 South Sathorn Road, Yannawa, Bangkok

My friend will be staying with me. So, yeah, don't think I have time to go around, unless she allows.

Any info/recomendations will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

PS: I saw recomendation of asiatravel.com at the Thailand FAQ. IS it safe/reliable to book from them? thanks.

[QUOTE=K Zero]Hi, I will be visiting Bangkok first week of August. I am there to fuck an old lover of mine and not THAT (probably I am fully occupied) interested at sight seeing or action.

I am looking for hotels that cost about USD40-50 per night, are there any you guys would recomend? My lover works near the Siam Square, so she says it would be best to be near there. So far, I am going for

Astera Sathorn hotel Bangkok

The Astera Sathorn hotel was previously known as Sathorn Villa.

Address : 481 South Sathorn Road, Yannawa, Bangkok

My friend will be staying with me. So, yeah, don't think I have time to go around, unless she allows.

Any info/recomendations will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

PS: I saw recomendation of asiatravel.com at the Thailand FAQ. IS it safe/reliable to book from them? thanks.[/QUOTE]
South Sathorn Road is defintely not that convenient/close to Siam Square.

Centrepoint Langsuan (or Centrepoint Wireless) would be a much more convenient choice.
Other nearby Hotels: Patumwan Princess, Asia Hotel, Holiday Inn, however I haven't stayed at these so you would need to do a search to see what others think of these.

Map:
[url]http://www.agoda.com/asia/thailand/bangkok/maps/pratunam_siam.html[/url]
Click on Map's Ploenchit tab too.

See AT2's reports:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=723786&postcount=3701[/url]
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=723793&postcount=3703[/url]

Had decided to stay here when at last minute found CitiChic and Dynasty Grand to be full. Looked nice on the web. Getting here was a bit of an issue initally as is down a ways on Soi 7 which is one way. Some construction accross the street and generally in a dark part of the Soi (its a 1-2 minute walk down from the beer garden); though fairly convenient if you want to pick from there (I didn't go in) or if you pick street walkers/FLs (there was a pack of three potential jalbait (yet very hot) options last night as I walked back. My experience with the young and the moody/pouty kind of girls led me to shirk away, though I could have been proven wrong. Very tempting.

They don't charge a joiner fee or anything as such, I had called a girl over from Love Teen whom I had had a good time with the night I got in, when she arrived they phoned up from the front desk and escorted her to my room, as the hotel is a bit more family oriented. The lobby etc. Are very nice; the rooms though a bit small are appointed ok and the bathroom also small, but ok. Serve a decent breakfast. I had booked a smart suite for 2600 a night, on check in they told me had been upgraded to a Junior Suite on the 8th (top) floor.

What I didn't know was that this is smack dab in the heart of what may be little middleeast/india! In fact when I was getting dropped from the airport I think I passed a street (on Soi 5) which was named middle east street. The hotel also caters specifically to a middle east/muslim crowd. Which if, you are coming from the middle east, is not so much fun. I mean I just left a land of Abaya wearing women and pushy arabs! Though up the street a bit is a tony romas and you can get a full slab of baby backs, which I hadn't had in years!

All in all, not a bad hotel, was not very crowded at all, though, close to most of the action, either way you have to walk to get to any hotel so the walk down soi 7 not so much an issue (though at night its not that well lit as is upto Beer Garden, so if you are walking back with a SW or other WG, maybe an issue? ); It's a ten/fifteen minute walk to Darlings or Annies; five minutes (probably) to Eden and fairly close to NEP; though next time I will try CitiChic or Dynasty Grande.

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[QUOTE=Mick Licker]South Sathorn Road is defintely not that convenient/close to Siam Square.

[/QUOTE]

Well, the GF said it is ok for her to go there. So I would guess it is "near".

Mick, thanks for the recomendations. But the hotels you mentioned are out of my budget.

[QUOTE=K Zero]Well, the GF said it is ok for her to go there. So I would guess it is "near".

Mick, thanks for the recomendations. But the hotels you mentioned are out of my budget.[/QUOTE]
O.K. Siam Square is an expensive area.
AT2's Budget Hotels:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=722600&postcount=157[/url]

If she says its near then its near. But not near in my opinion. However its probably 5 stops on the BTS (skytrain) from 'Siam Square' to 'Saphan Taksin' so maybe that is O.K.
I think Astera is going to be close to the Sathorn Bridge over the Chaopraya River.
I wouldn't stay there personally but each has their own requirements and I don't really know the location.

Giving facts is easy but opinions are just opinions.

In the end, think about what things you want to be near to when she is at Siam Square. Most of us mongers would rather be in Sukhumwit not too far from some action.
Majestic Suites would be my pick, in your shoes, although they get heavily booked.

On this Map:
[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&gl=au&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044836624e9b986acc9&ll=13.743804,100.534344&spn=0.061279,0.066175&z=14[/url]
Siam BTS Station should be right in the middle.
Saphan Taksin (Astera area) is in the bottom left corner.

If you can't think of any good reasons to change your mind, then stick to Astera.

If you REALLY won't have any time away from her, then just stay where pleases her and in that case you don't need any advice from me.

Well since this is the Hotel Forum here is what information I have concerning hotel reservation sites.
I’ve use a few of them like hotels2thailand, Agoda (Former Percision) & Res24. Happy discount rate searching LOL…
[url]http://www.asiarooms.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.hotels2thailand.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.agoda.com/world.html[/url]
[url]http://bkkz.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.sawadee.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.hotelthailand.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.hotels.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.ratestogo.com/default.asp[/url]
[url]http://www.tripadvisor.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.bookingbuddy.com[/url]
[url]http://www.res24.co.uk/[/url]
[url]http://www.passionasia.com/[/url]

Does anybody know about the girl-friendliness of the Stable Lodge on Soi 8 near Darlings?

[QUOTE=Good Woodsman]Does anybody know about the girl-friendliness of the Stable Lodge on Soi 8 near Darlings?[/QUOTE]
A quick "search this thread":
Stable+Lodge+GF
would reveal:
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?p=723772&highlight=stable+Lodge#post723772[/url]
by AsiaTraveller2

Booked in night before last. After my last stay, this has become my favourite.

Most places were closed last night due to Buddist Holiday, LL was alive and well despite low season. The rains dampened things a bit, but most stayed on and the eating area by the pool was quite full for most of the evening.

I recommend this place for both the first timer and the veteran.

Couldn't find a recent post on this hotel - can any provide any info, e.g. GF, near any parlours or clubs, etc?

Thanks in advance

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[b]TAI-PAN HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 23 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Subject of debate as some mention joiner fees of 600 baht a few years ago.
[url=http://www.taipanhotel.com/]Taipan Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d305396-Reviews-Tai_Pan_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Tripadvisor reviews[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=767880&postcount=361]Horntoad ISG report .. GF: No[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=717480&postcount=124]MilesToGo ISG report .. GF: Yes[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=716704&postcount=117]Giotto ISG report: GF: Yes Confirmation[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=531404&postcount=752]The Traveler ISG report .. GF: No[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=477100&postcount=454]Freeman 418 ISG report .. GF: Yes[/url]

[b][size=+1]HOTELS – BTS NANA STATION / SUKHUMVIT LINE[/size][/b]
[b]AGODA HOTEL MAP[/b]
[url=http://www.agoda.com/MapManagement/Map.aspx?area_id=27713]Sukhumvit Area Hotels – Agoda Map[/url]

[b]JW MARRIOTT (SUKHUMVIT SOI 2 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ***** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bkkdt-jw-marriott-hotel-bangkok/]JW Marriott website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=681794&postcount=3496]JW Marriott by Member #2041[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=624510&postcount=3295]JW Marriott report by JuiceGuy[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=650267&postcount=858]JW Marriott report by David 33[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d299779-Reviews-JW_Marriott_Hotel_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]JW Marriott Hotel TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]MAJESTIC GRANDE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 2 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating **** / GF: Yes
The Majestic Hotel chains upscale entry to the hotel market. Near Nana BTS. Taxi info on their website, to assist you in getting there.
[url=http://www.majesticgrande.com/]Majestic Grande website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d580606-Reviews-Majestic_Grande_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Majestic Grande TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=735028&postcount=197]Diver98 ISG report[/url]

[b]ASPEN SUITES (SUKHUMVIT SOI 2 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.bangkok.com/aspen-suites/location.htm]Aspen Suites website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=750658&postcount=248]Kaukaukane ISG report[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=738467&postcount=210]Mouse1 ISG report[/url]

[b]PINNACLE INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 3/1 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None GF: Probably / No confirmation.
Very run down looking hotel, but it is under 1,000 baht.
[url=http://www.pinnaclehotels.com/sukhumvit/index.html]Pinnacle Inn website[/url]

[b]NANA HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: ** / GF: Yes
Bangkok institution across from the infamous NEP. Low end option for less than 2,000 baht.
[url=http://www.nanahotel.co.th/html/index.html]Nana Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=633959&postcount=3324]Nana Hotel report by PinkPearl[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d311439-Reviews-Nana_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Nana Hotel TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]DYNASTY HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: ** / GF: Yes
Sister hotel to the Dynasty Inn Grande on Soi 6.
[url=http://www.dynastyinn.com/]Dynasty Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=623631&postcount=3293]Dynasty Inn Soi 4 report by King Squared[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d605856-Reviews-Dynasty_Inn-Bangkok.html]Dynasty Inn Tripadvisor reviews[/url]

[b]NAP INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.nap-inn.com/]Nap Inn website[/url]

[b]WORABURI HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating – None / GF: Yes
A cheap hotel further down Soi 4. Reviews have been poor, but this hotel does get mention on the ISG hotel thread from time to time. Buyer beware though.
[url=http://woraburi.com/woraburisukhumvit/index.html]Woraburi website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d577186-Reviews-Woraburi_Sukhumvit_Hotel_and_Resort-Bangkok.html]Woraburi TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]MAJESTIC SUITES (NEAR SUKHUMVIT SOI 4 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
It’s a very good value option. The rooms are small, but it is thisclose to the NEP action.
[url=https://majesticsuites.com/index.html]Majestic Suites Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=692770&postcount=3561]Majestic Suites report by Owl[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d308754-Reviews-Majestic_Suites-Bangkok.html]Majestic Suites TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]LANDMARK (SUKHUMVIT BETWEEN SOI 4 & SOI 6)[/b] – Star Rating **** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.landmarkbangkok.com/index.htm]Landmark Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d304631-Reviews-Landmark_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Landmark Hotel TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]AMARI BOULEVARD (SUKHUMVIT SOI 5 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: ?? (Horntoad’s report seems to indicate not GF)
[url=http://www.amari.com/boulevard/]Amari Boulevard Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d300431-Reviews-Amari_Boulevard_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Amari Boulevard TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=746256&postcount=228]Horntoad ISG report[/url]

[b]DYNASTY INN GRANDE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 6 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
Was a nice value spot, but recent price hikes have taken off some of the luster. Close to the NEP action. Nice size rooms, average restaurant.
[url=http://www.dynastygrande.com/]Dynasty Inn Grande Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=544568&postcount=2996]Dynasty Inn Grande Hotel ISG report by Member #2041[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d632616-Reviews-Dynasty_Inn_Grande-Bangkok.html]Dynasty Inn Grande TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]EVER RICH INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 6 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.everrichinn.com/reservation.html]Ever Rich Inn website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=687224&postcount=3525]Quick comments by ISG Member FiveBahtWiz[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=607672&postcount=3237]ISG review by Spin the Globe[/url]

[b]STAR INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 7/1 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
[url= http://www.starinnhotelbkk.com/]Star Inn Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=682953&postcount=3507]Star Inn ISG commentary and pics by Piper1[/url]

[b]MAC BOUTIQUE SUITES (SUKHUMVIT SOI 7 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
New Boutique hotel near the heart of the action.
[url=http://www.macboutiquesuites.com/]Mac Boutique website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d1051335-Reviews-Mac_Boutique_Suites-Bangkok.html]Mac Boutique Trip Advisor reviews and info[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=765493&postcount=344]Bounce Around’s review[/url]

[b]ADELPHI SUITES (SUKHUMVIT SOI 8 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
New Hotel. The Adelphi seems to be having some issues, so read the reviews by Tansak KTV.
[url= http://www.adelphisuites.com/]Adelphi Suites website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=693575&postcount=3562]Adelphi Suites ISG report by Tansak KTV[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=717872&postcount=3667]Adelphi Suites report by Tansak KTV[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=718630&postcount=3678]Adelphi Suites, Citadines & CitiChic report by Tansak KTV[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d735811-Reviews-Adelphi_Suites-Bangkok.html]Adelphi Suites TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]SALIL HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 8 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
[url= http://www.salilhotel.com/]Salil Hotel website[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=676445&postcount=3476]Salil Hotel ISG report by Mouse1[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=675456&postcount=3471]Salil & Le Fenix impressions by ISG Member #2041[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d1020427-Reviews-Salil_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Salil Hotel TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]STABLE LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 8 – NANA BTS[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
A decent under 2,000 baht option, near the NEP action.
[url=http://www.stablelodge.com/Accommodation.html]Stable Lodge website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=676853&postcount=3477]Stable Lodge by Bamboo Pete[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d309784-Reviews-Stable_Lodge-Bangkok.html]Stable Lodge TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]ROYAL ASIA LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 8 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating * / GF: Yes
Rates starting at 1,470 baht. Some not so flattering reviews recently, with regard to anti-American and British sentiments.
[url=http://www.royalasialodge.com/]Royal Asia Lodge website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d634592-Reviews-Royal_Asia_Paradise-Bangkok.html]Royal Asia TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]CITY LODGE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 9 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
On the corner of Sukhumvit Soi 9.
[url=http://www.amari.com/citylodge/]City Lodge Soi 9/Amari website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d300438-Reviews-City_Lodge_Soi_19-Bangkok.html]City Lodge TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]CENTRE POINT (SUKHUMVIT SOI 10 – NANA BTS)[/b] - Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
They have many locations around Bangkok, but the Sukhumvit Soi 10 location appears to be the closest to all of the action.
[url= http://www.centrepoint.com/Default2.aspx]Centre Point website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d549701-Reviews-Centre_Point_Sukhumvit_10-Bangkok.html]Centre Point TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]GRAND PRESIDENT (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url= http://www.grandpresident.com/]Grand President website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=730687&postcount=193]Mick Lickers ISG report[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=669123&postcount=3448]Grand President vs Majestic Suites by Allover[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=695380&postcount=84]Grand President report by Sanook D[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=670356&postcount=3452]Grand President report by Mick Licker[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=544816&postcount=3000]Grand President report by Rikusa[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d305306-Reviews-Grand_President_Executive_Serviced_Apartments-Bangkok.html]Grand President TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]PRESIDENT SOLITAIRE (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url= http://www.presidentsolitaire.com/]President Solitaire website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d308306-Reviews-President_Solitaire-Bangkok.html]President Solitaire TripAdvisor Review[/url]

[b]LE FENIX (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.lefenix-sukhumvit.com/]Le Fenix Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=717558&postcount=3663]Le Fenix ISG report by Mouse1[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=643019&postcount=3346]CitiChic & Le Fenix Hotels ISG report by Evil Penevil[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d650309-Reviews-Le_Fenix_Sukhumvit-Bangkok.html]Le Fenix TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]GRAND BUSINESS INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
Mixed reviews, some good and more than a few horror stories.
[url= http://www.grandbusinessinn.net/bangkok_hotel_near_skytrain.html]Grand Business Inn website[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=601512&postcount=3214]Grand Business Inn ISG report by Muf Diver[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d578079-Reviews-Grand_Business_Inn-Bangkok.html]Grand Business Inn TripAdvisor report[/url]

[b]BUSINESS INN (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11/1 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating: None GF: Yes
The latest rates go as low as 800 baht. Sister Hotel to the Grand Business Inn.
[url=http://www.grandbusinessinn.net/room_rate.html]Business Inn website[/url]

[b]SWISS PARK HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.swissparkhotelbangkok.com/]Swiss Park Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=690546&postcount=3554]Swiss Park Hotel report by Leo2000[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d479733-Reviews-Swiss_Park_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Swiss Park Hotel TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]AMBASSADOR HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 11 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ** / GF: Joiner Fee 500 baht
A hotel that has seen better days. Charges a joiner fee, unless you book a double. It is a big 755 room hotel in a decent location.
[url=http://www.ambassadorbangkok.th1.org/#]Ambassador website, run by Siam Media[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d308724-Reviews-Ambassador_Hotel_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Ambassador Hotel TripAdvisor reviews[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=677317&postcount=3479]Ambassador Hotel report by Dezstylez[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=762934&postcount=324]Report by Wandere[/url]

[b]CITICHIC (SUKHUMVIT SOI 13 – NANA BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Yes
[url=http://www.citichichotel.com/map_nearby.html]CitiChic Hotel website[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=690569&postcount=3555]CitiChic ISG report by Evil Penevil[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=714843&postcount=3641]CitiChic ISG report by Fon Tok[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=718302&postcount=3671]CitiChic ISG report by Member #2041[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d786177-Reviews-Citichic_Boutique_Suite_Hotel-Bangkok.html]CitiChic TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b][size=+1]HOTELS – BTS NATIONAL STADIUM STATION / SUKHUMVIT LINE[/size][/b]

[b]PATHUMWAN PRINCESS (PHAYATHAI ROAD)[/b] – Star Rating **** / GF: Yes
ATTACHED TO MBK MALL/NATIONAL STADIUM BTS
You will need to walk through MBK to get to the BTS Station.
[url=http://www.pprincess.com/]Pathumwan Princess Official website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=486943&postcount=2659]Pathumwan Princess ISG report by 1Ball[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=396414&postcount=1862]Pathumwan Princess ISG report by Aee Aee[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d301334-Reviews-Pathumwan_Princess-Bangkok.html]Pathumwan Princess TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[size=+1][b]HOTELS – OTHER[/size][/b]

Updated some of the hotel lists and added some recent reviews. It's the detailed reviews by ISG members, that really make this thread great, so those answering the GF, location, restaurant, service, internet access, room safe, and other similar questions, thanks again!

As always, if someone catches a mistake or has something to add, just post it and I will update my notes for future posting.

[b]COURTYARD MARRIOTT (RAJDAMRI ROAD – RAJDAMRI BTS)[/b] – Star Rating **** / GF: Yes
A 10 minute walk to Rajdamri BTS.
[url=http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bkkcy-courtyard-bangkok/]Courtyard Marriott website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d657774-Reviews-Courtyard_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Courtyard Marriott TripAdvisor report[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=689044&postcount=3539]Courtyard ISG report by Double Shooter.[/url]

[b]CONRAD HOTEL (WIRELESS ROAD – HUA LAMPONG STATION)[/b] – Star Rating ***** / GF: Yes
Great hotel and a cool nightclub (Club 87) known for some high end freelancers.
[url= http://conradhotels1.hilton.com/en/ch/hotels/index.do?ctyhocn=BKKCICI&brand_id=CH&brand_directory=/en/ch/&xch=165993092,RE3QRQ5X5NZVQCSGBIV2VCQ]Conrad Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d305249-Reviews-Conrad_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Conrad Hotel TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=597128&postcount=3192]Field report by JohnThomas0519[/url]
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[b]GRAND HYATT ERAWAN (RAJDAMRI ROAD)[/b] – Star Rating ***** / GF: Yes
Like most upscale hotels, there's the walk of shame, but it's an excellent hotel. Upscale woman to be found in Spasso's, the Hyatt nightclub.
[url=http://www.bangkok.grand.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp]Grand Hyatt Erawan website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=681220&postcount=3489]Grand Hyatt Erawan ISG report by Thor93[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d305223-Reviews-Grand_Hyatt_Erawan_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Grand Hyatt Erawan TripAdvisor Reviews[/url]

[b]PLAZA ATHENEE (WIRELESS ROAD – PHLOENCHIT BTS)[/b] – Star Rating ***** / GF: Yes
Great hotel, generally solid reviews and still relatively close to the Sukhumvit action.
[url= http://www.starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1846]Plaza Athenee website[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=670449&postcount=3453]Plaza Athenee ISG report by Member #2041[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=670544&postcount=3455]Plaza Athenee ISG report by Terry Terrier[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d302456-Reviews-Royal_Meridien_Plaza_Athenee_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Plaza Athenee TripAdvisor reviews[/url]

[b]HOLIDAY INN (SILOM ROAD – SURASAK BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: No
Well known chain, family friendly, but not a hobbyist hotel. Close to Patpong (two stops north at Sala Daeng Station).
[url= http://www.bangkok-silom.holiday-inn.com/hotelInformation.asp]Holiday Inn Silom website[/url]
[url= http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d299230-Reviews-Holiday_Inn_Silom_Bangkok-Bangkok.html]Tripadvisor report[/url]
[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=761434&postcount=300]Marpa ISG report 2 of 2[/url]
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[url= http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=696157&postcount=36]Member #2041 ISG report[/url]

[QUOTE=Washburn]I stayed at the Dream Hotel recently, in part because of the recommendations of an enthusiastic member of this forum.

Pleased to confirm that the Dream is GF. No hassle with ID cards, or extra charges; also had 2 girls, no problem.

The only slight hiccup was that breakfast for the girl was extra because my room was booked only for single occupant. I think that this could be corrected by booking double occupancy given that the charge is the same for double as single, or perhaps simply by speaking to the front desk.

Very friendly hotel staff. The occasional hot topless guest at the pool (Dream 2 just behind the original Dream has the pool). Good location between Soi Cowboy and Nana. Cool lighting in the room. Impresses the girls.

Hard for taxis to find but the hotel has a little card with the address on it. No problem once I learned to say Sukhumvit Soi Sip Hah (Soi 15) and then tell the driver to keep going straight (throng pai) till we got to the hotel which is some distance down the soi from Sukhumvit.

Overall would recommend.[/QUOTE]Also give my thumbs up. Both left and right!

Have stayed their five times and echo all of Washburn's comments. Other than a little pricey for BKK, the Dream has going for it. A great location, friendly discreet staff and small but very comfortable rooms.

[QUOTE=Dacapo]Couldn't find a recent post on this hotel - can any provide any info, e.g. GF, near any parlours or clubs, etc?

Thanks in advance[/QUOTE]

Dacapo,

There's a search function that works very well. Just remember to select the country and view as "report" option, and you will get great lists of reports for any topic you choose.

For the Holiday Inn Silom, you will be located near the Surasak BTS station. If you are staying with family, then I understand the choice. If you are in BKK for R&R, then it's not a great choice. Two stops north on the BTS (Skytrain) takes you to Patpong (Sala Daeng Station) and about a 10 minute walk to your left (If you are facing Patpong) you will stumble upon Soi Thaniya (Japanese style pubs/bars). Two stops further north from Sala Daeng takes you to Siam Station, which is the transfer point to the Sukhumvit Skytrain line. Sukhumvit Soi 2 through Soi 33 are the stops for half of the Bangkok action. Buy the all day or multiday pass. Just a few bucks and you can use it all day, hopping from stop to stop .. no hassles.

The key stops on Sukhumvit BTS line are Nana (Nana Plaza, oil massage parlors and bar after bar), Asoke (Soi Cowboy, More bars, more oil massage parlors, and transfer to the MRT to Soapy Massage land), Phrom Pong (Soi 33 bars, more massage parlors, Emporium Shopping Plaza) and Thong Lo (More bars, more massage parlors). Check the Bangkok and Bangkok Massage threads to get a feel for what's at each stop. Check the link below for the BTS map. The spelling for each stop can vary, so don't get confused if there's an h or r missing or added.

The Asoke BTS stop is the transfer point (need to exit the BTS and go downstairs to the MRT subway station), to get to Huai Kwang and Suthisan which are home to many of the best Soapy Massage parlors.

Traffic gridlock will be your worst enemy, that's why it's important to understand the MRT and BTS system. In terms of gauging distance, each stop is about a 15 minute walk apart or 5 to 7 minute ride apart.

[url=http://www.bangkok-maps.com/frameme.php?page=bts.htm]BTS Skytrain map to get from Silom area to the Sukhumvit line[/url]

[url=http://www.bangkoksite.com/MRTA/Route1A.htm]MRT subway map to get from Asoke BTS station to the Soapy Massage Parlors, KTV's and other nightlife action north of Sukhumvit[/url]

Good luck!
AT2

[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2]Dacapo,

For the Holiday Inn, you will be located near the Surasak BTS station. AT2[/QUOTE]

There is also another Holiday Inn on Ploenchit Road at the Chit Lom BTS station. It is right across the street from the Grand Hyatt and next to Gaysorn Shopping Center. It is a bit removed from the action but a two stop ride down to Nana and other things.

[QUOTE=Thor93]There is also another Holiday Inn on Ploenchit Road at the Chit Lom BTS station. It is right across the street from the Grand Hyatt and next to Gaysorn Shopping Center. It is a bit removed from the action but a two stop ride down to Nana and other things.[/QUOTE]

You are right! Bad assumption on my part!

AT2

Has anyone stayed here: Tai-Pan Hotel Bangkok

Its very close to Soi cowboy but i havent seen anyone post anything about this place...


Girl Friendly?

Run down?

Thanks for any info.

Tai-Pan Hotel is definitely not GF friendly. Friend stayed there and rooms were decent but not great.

[QUOTE=AliasDonkey]Has anyone stayed here: Tai-Pan Hotel Bangkok

Its very close to Soi cowboy but i havent seen anyone post anything about this place.

Girl Friendly?

Run down?

Thanks for any info.[/QUOTE]Alias,

GF status seems to be a subject of debate. The Traveler and Horntoad seem to indicate No and others indicate yes. My gut tells me yes, given the location, but who knows why all of these guys are having such different experiences with the GF issue.

AT2

[b]TAI-PAN HOTEL (SUKHUMVIT SOI 23 – ASOKE BTS)[/b] – Star Rating *** / GF: Subject of debate as some mention joiner fees of 600 baht a few years ago.

[url=http://www.taipanhotel.com/]Tai-Pan Hotel website[/url]
[url=http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g293916-d305396-Reviews-Tai_Pan_Hotel-Bangkok.html]Tripadvisor reviews[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=767880&postcount=361]Horntoad ISG report .. GF: No[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=717480&postcount=124]MilesToGo ISG report .. GF: Yes[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=716704&postcount=117]Giotto ISG report: GF: Yes Confirmation[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=531404&postcount=752]The Traveler ISG report .. GF: No[/url]
[url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=477100&postcount=454]Freeman 418 ISG report .. GF: Yes[/url]

I RTFF, but could not find. I will stay in Grand Merure Park Avenue.

Can anybody tell me about their GF policy?

Thanks

Jefferson

[QUOTE=Member #2041]Interesting. I would guess that folks are starting to feel the pain of higher airfares resulting from fewer flights and high fuel surcharges. But it could simply be that they over-reached. I personally went away from them when they jacked the rate for the nicer wing to 2800, and I booked the CitiChic instead for my last trip. I certainly would have stayed at the Dynasty Grande had they kept the 2280 rate early last December. I wonder how many other customers that they lost due to that big price hike. Obviously, they felt the pain.[/QUOTE]Gentlemen,

Which wing at the Dynasty Grande is the "Nicer wing"?

Thanks

[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2]
GF status seems to be a subject of debate. [/QUOTE]
Maybe GF needs to be carefully defined,
e.g.
Does it mean non-checked in guests not allowed in room at all; or
subject to joiner fee or bribe;
dependent on double room booking?
etc.

I recall one post saying GF but joiner fee required, which would be unfriendly in another view.

The other issue is that different Hotel staff may not be consistent and rules change over time if not being GF is hurting business.

I considred booking the Tai Pan 2 years ago, and was told by the staff it was 100% absolutely not GF. A rather large joiner fee was required, I think about 1,000.

There are so many other hotels, why take a chance at the Tai Pan?

[QUOTE=1Ball]I considred booking the Tai Pan 2 years ago, and was told by the staff it was 100% absolutely not GF. A rather large joiner fee was required, I think about 1,000.

There are so many other hotels, why take a chance at the Tai Pan?[/QUOTE]


The Tai Pan is in the perfect location for a Soi Cowboy mongering. Location location location is the key LOL...

Dont want to cross that 8 lane street while im drunk LOL..

Well what do you recommend?

Lately a lot of requests/questions have been about whether a particular hotel is GF or not. Here is what I did on my first visit to LOS many years ago.

I had booked a room through Asia Travel ([url]www.asiatravel.com[/url]) but I needed to know if the hotel was GF or not. So I asked the agent the same. Does the hotel allow bringing girls to the room? Surprisingly I got a reply the next day with the answer, yes.

I would suggest the same for all those seeking the answer. Call/email the agent or the hotel directly and you will get the answer. Lot better than getting ambiguous answers from fellow posters.

So have fun and post your hotel experience here.

[QUOTE=AsiaTraveler2]Good advice. The hotels are generally very forthcoming on this. I would add "and if the answer is yes, is there a joiner fee?".

AT2[/QUOTE]

Yes but even hotels with joiner fees I've never been asked for a fee or bribe. My firm books me a double room, my name and guest or Mr. and Mrs. at all times and never have had a problem. Of course I'm not taking a girl dressed like a **** drunker then anything at 3 am. Do they register the girls I check in with, usually yes they do, but after checking in with a girl, and I bring back other girls later in the trip, they never ask for other girls ID's.

So there really is not a good rule. I've read reports of joiner fees at some hotels where I've not had an issue before so it's confusing. There is no hard fast rule when it comes to girl friendly or not. But it seems like if you book a double and check in with a girl (if you have a steady or a girl you know, just check in with her) and you can get away without the joiner fee atleast in my experiences.

The confusion over "guest friendliness" is partly a matter of semantics and partly due to uneven enforcement of hotel policies. Probably the most widely used definition on the LOS punter boards would be that a "guest friendly" hotel must allow an unregistered guest to stay overnight without extra charge, i.e., no joiner fees. Moreover, you must be able to change guests every night or even several times in the same day.

However, you do not have an absolute right to bring back an unregistered guest even if you have paid for a double room. Whether an unregistered guest can stay the night with you is always at the discretion of the hotel, no matter what country you are in. In fact, many cities have local laws which forbid unregistered guests in hotels (I doubt this applies to Thailand!). A further point of confusion is that some hotels in some countries won't allow you to have an unregistered female guest in the room under any circumstances after a certain point in time, usually 10 p.m. or 11 p.m. in the evening. So guys used to more restrictive hotels may regard a hotel in LOS as guest friendly even if it charges a joiner fee because they can take an unregistered guest back with them.

Farang punters sometimes describe how they have snuck girls past the front desk or security by using some trick. Or they claim to have argued about a joiner fee and gotten the hotel to drop it. They consider the hotel to be guest friendly in practice if not theory. Guest friendliness, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. Arguing about a joiner fee must involve a huge loss of face for the farang in front of the hotel staff and the girl, but some farang don't care about that, as long as they save a few hundred baht.

But even if we agree on a basic definition of guest friendly, it gets confusing. Some hotels in LOS allow you one unregistered guest without a joiner fee but charge a fee for a second or third. Some may permit certain guests to bring back unregistered guests without a joiner fee, but charge other guests who try the same thing. This can depend on what type of room the guest is staying in and the rate he paid for it. Some guests get highly discounted rates for one person and the hotel will ask for a joiner fee if an unregistered guest stays overnight. Finally, some hotels may impose a joiner fee to discourage rowdy guests. A hotel can be guest friendly, but that doesn't mean it welcomes wild partying. If you know that you'll be taking several girls back to your room each day as well as drinking heavily, you want to make sure your hotel is "monger firendly" as well as guest friendly.

For all these reasons, there can be conflicting reports about joiner fees at the same hotel. The best way is as Duniawala and others suggested - email the hotel or booking agency and ask whether a joiner fee is charged for unregistered overnight guests. The risk is, however, that some hotels will answer they charge joiner fees when in practice they don't. The hotel - particularly ones that are part of large chains - don't know who has sent the inquiry. It could be a journalist, an NGO or a corporate executive who only wants his employees to stay in non-guest friendly establishments. The hotel will play it safe and answer unregistered guests aren't allowed or that a fee is charged for them. The hotel's management doesn't want to read a magazine or newspaper article that claims the hotel encourages prostitution by allowing unregistered guests to stay overnight.

It's also important to keep everything in perspective. Joiner fees aren't a crime against humanity, they are simply a hotel policy. If it's in your power to choose the hotel on your own, then make sure you pick hotels that are explicitly guest friendly. If your employer or someone else assigns you (and pays for) a hotel that isn't GF, then pay the joiner fee yourself if you want an overnight guest. If you're on holiday and plan on 10 days or two weeks of wild mongering, then do your research and be certain to select an appropriate hotel.


Please note this applies to UNREGISTERED guests. If the girl registers at the hotel, "guest friendly" doesn't enter into the matter. Whether you've known her for 10 years or 10 minutes, as long as she REGISTERS with you, she's a guest on the same terms as every other guest. Also note that the front desk or hotel security collecting her ID isn't the same as registration. Registration means she gets her own key(card), can enter the room even if you aren't there, can order things and sign for them through room service, etc. Unless you know the girl very well and trust her to a high degree, it's a bad idea to register her.

Evil

[QUOTE=Evil Penivel]The confusion over "guest friendliness" is partly a matter of semantics and partly due to uneven enforcement of hotel policies Unless you know the girl very well and trust her to a high degree, it's a bad idea to register her.

Evil[/QUOTE]

Very informative and well done. I personally prefer it when a hotel asks the girl to leave her ID at the front desk. In other countries, some hotels even call up if she spot her leaving your room. That's 'service'....IMHO

TaiPan Hotel soi 23
Well i emailed them since i got mixed reports and here is their answer to all to know:

* Me
- Hotel

*Does your hotel charge a Joiner fee or guess fee for over night guest to my room?

-Greetings from Tai-Pan Hotel Bangkok. A city of paradise, a perfect location for business man and shopping lovers.

Could you please see details following about our hotel policy for Joiner fee or Extra person :

Extra Bed : 700 Baht net / per person per day (No breakfast)
Joiner fee : 600 Baht net / per person per day (check out time at 12.00 hrs. on next day)

Thank you again for choosing Tai-Pan Hotel as your address in Bangkok if any more further assistance please let's us know.

Ratsaran Visessilp (Mr.)
Asst Mgr.

*Does this Joiner fee apply even if i book the room for double (2 adults) occupancy?

-Dear Sir,
Pleased be inform that we will not charge extra if you booked for 2 adults.
Regards
Vilad.

So there you go they said no joiner fee if booked for 2 adults...

[QUOTE=AliasDonkey]....
*Does this Joiner fee apply even if i book the room for double (2 adults) occupancy?

-Dear Sir,
Pleased be inform that we will not charge extra if you booked for 2 adults.
Regards
Vilad.

So there you go they said no joiner fee if booked for 2 adults...[/QUOTE]
Thanks so much for clearing this up in great detail.
I hate the wishy washy terminology of "girl friendly".

I ALWAYS book a Double for two regardless of my intentions. So i would have little or no trouble at Tai Pan it seems. However I would probably prefer Livingstone's Lodge because its only 5 mins to Soi Cowboy by taxi through the back Sois. Its even walkable distance in good weather (almost 1 km) and I need the exercise.

Gday bros!

Any opinions regarding Bally’S Studio Suites.

10 Silom Road Soi 2?

[QUOTE=Rocksoff]Gday bros!

Any opinions regarding Bally’S Studio Suites.

10 Silom Road Soi 2?[/QUOTE]

I'm assuming you picked it, because you frequent Patpong. They have another location backend of Sukhumvit Soi 20.

[url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9B6Xp5ONSiU]youtube clip[/url]

AT2

Can anyone let me know if this hotel is girl friendly. I am actually debating to either go here or the Grand Hyatt. I typically stay at Grand President but the guys i am going with insist on statying at either of the 2 mentioned. I ned to make some serious plans if I will not be able to have a girl for either ST or preferably LT.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Asia Butterfly]Can anyone let me know if this hotel is girl friendly. I am actually debating to either go here or the Grand Hyatt. I typically stay at Grand President but the guys i am going with insist on statying at either of the 2 mentioned. I ned to make some serious plans if I will not be able to have a girl for either ST or preferably LT.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Hi,

Why not stay across the road in sheraton. Look at there web site they have deals now, a gf hotel.

Westin I think is not all 100pc gf. Never stayed there but sheraton is gf, stayed many times.

Cheers

[QUOTE=Leo2000]Westin I think is not all 100pc gf. Never stayed there but sheraton is gf, stayed many times.[/QUOTE]

FWIW... Westin was 100% GF for me.

[QUOTE=Asia Butterfly]Can anyone let me know if this hotel is girl friendly. I am actually debating to either go here or the Grand Hyatt. I typically stay at Grand President but the guys i am going with insist on statying at either of the 2 mentioned. I ned to make some serious plans if I will not be able to have a girl for either ST or preferably LT.

Thanks[/QUOTE]

Hyatt's in Thailand have been 100% GF for me and I stay in the club room's. Not just Erawan location but Hua Hin and such is GF.

Also... a friend of mine stays at Westin once a month and he always is shagging every night so he is Ok there too.

[QUOTE=Thor93]There is also another Holiday Inn on Ploenchit Road at the Chit Lom BTS station. It is right across the street from the Grand Hyatt and next to Gaysorn Shopping Center. It is a bit removed from the action but a two stop ride down to Nana and other things.[/QUOTE]I've stayed here. Nice place - 2 skytrain stops to Nana, or the Chitlom Branch of Akane is just around the corner. I spent a few visits there and was very satisfied.

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Hyatt's in Thailand have been 100% GF for me and I stay in the club room's. Not just Erawan location but Hua Hin and such is GF.

Also... a friend of mine stays at Westin once a month and he always is shagging every night so he is Ok there too.[/QUOTE]Thanks - if Sheraton in front, I read somewhere that Spasso in Sheraton, maybe it not so bad so I can go to Spasso and bring a girl back to the Westin. My friend insist on Westin becos his comany use the place, if i am not able to bring a girl the first night i move to sheraton

From an article in CNN.com

"......In Bangkok's prime residential area of Sukhumvit Road, one budget option is Suk 11, a quirky guesthouse legendary among backpackers, where the halls have been remade with creaking wooden planks and hanging lanterns to look like old Bangkok alleyways. A bed in a clean, air-conditioned dorm room starts at 250 baht (US$7.50)........."

Anybody know exactly where this is, or stayed there? Just curious.

[QUOTE=Duniawala]
Anybody know exactly where this is, or stayed there? Just curious.[/QUOTE]
You are not afraid of people will think? LOL
I thought LL was in your budget.
Perhaps you are asking on behalf of some friend? ;)

[QUOTE=Duniawala]Suk 11, Anybody know exactly where this is, or stayed there? Just curious.[/QUOTE]

I've never realized it but after looking I know I've pasted it many times. Web site has good description, old and new version are through this link [url]http://www.suk11.com/[/url]

From another site.....

1/33 Sukhumvit Soi 11 (Soi Chaiyot)
Bangkok Province
Tel: (02) 253 5927
Fax: (02) 253 5929

Description
Comprised of a rambling collection of wooden and concrete buildings hidden down a Sukhumvit Soi 11 subsoi, Suk 11 is one of Bangkok's top backpacker guesthouses. Friendly English-speaking staff and comfortable, reasonably quiet rooms make this an ideal spot to relax in one of Bangkok's most vibrant areas. The rooms are clean, though basic and all rooms include breakfast. The common area and open-air cafe on the sub-soi are ideal for mingling with other guests. Reservations are usually required -- particularly in high season. Recommended.

Dorm A/C
250 THB (low season) 250 THB (high season)

Sgl A/C share b'room
480 THB (low season) 480 THB (high season)

Dbl A/C share b'room
650 THB (low season) 650 THB (high season)

Sgl A/C private b'room
600 THB (low season) 600 THB (high season)

Dbl A/C private b'room
800 THB (low season) 800 THB (high season)

Triple A/C share b'room
900 THB (low season) 900 THB (high season)

Quad A/C private b'room
1,500 THB (low season) 1,500 THB (high season)

Triple A/C private b'room
1,000 THB (low season) 1,000 THB (high season)

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]You are not afraid of people will think? LOL
I thought LL was in your budget.
Perhaps you are asking on behalf of some friend? ;)[/QUOTE]

Thanks Tansak. Appreciate the info.

ML
Well, sometimes I am looking for a change. Nothing to do with budget. Well, on the other hand, the extra dough is good for an extra session.

Also, it is quite useful to have some database of info, in case a friend asks. :)

LL is quite excellent and have nothing but praise for it. But it has its pluses and minuses like any place.

And yes, I do not give a shit what people think, unless they are paying for my hotel.:D

Does anyone know if Radisson hotel at Rama IX is girl friendly? At Asiatravel.com they mention a joiner fee of 1.000 THB per night

And beside the MP, that are nearby the hotel, are there any other places to pick up a girl for the night? Or do I just have to get back to NEP/Soi Cowboy area?

And yes, I used the search button but only found advices to stay at other hotels.

[QUOTE=Duniawala]From an article in CNN.com

Anybody know exactly where this is, or stayed there? Just curious.[/QUOTE]

Further down the road there is Federal Hotel. Used to stay there when in my own in the late seventies when not many options were available in BKK.

My company was using Meridien at that time but it was absolutely not GF.

Most probably they have renovated since then. They have a small swimming pool too. Very-very GF back then. Even for triple play.

Rates twice as those of Suk 11 but just another option nearby.

[url]http://www.federalbangkok.com/index.html[/url]

[QUOTE=Zauberfee]...
And beside the MP, that are nearby the hotel, are there any other places to pick up a girl for the night? Or do I just have to get back to NEP/Soi Cowboy area?
...
[/QUOTE]Zauberfee,

The location of the Radisson is not good. There are some massage parlours around there (i.e. Utopia (!) ), but that's it. The closest entertainment / bar area is here Soi 33, then Soi Cowboy and Nana.

The problem is to get away from that hotel, you end up in huge traffic jams whatever direction you go. You lose endless time to get out of that area between Rama 9 and Petchaburi Road.


Giotto

[QUOTE=Duniawala]...
LL is quite excellent and have nothing but praise for it. But it has its pluses and minuses like any place.
...
[/QUOTE]Sir,

You job at LL is TQM - quality control of the girls.

For that you don't necessarily need to stay here :):):) ! As long as I get your TQM reports ...


Giotto

[QUOTE=Duniawala]From an article in CNN.com

"......In Bangkok's prime residential area of Sukhumvit Road, one budget option is Suk 11, a quirky guesthouse legendary among backpackers, where the halls have been remade with creaking wooden planks and hanging lanterns to look like old Bangkok alleyways. A bed in a clean, air-conditioned dorm room starts at 250 baht (US$7.50)........."

Anybody know exactly where this is, or stayed there? Just curious.[/QUOTE]Suk 11 is a funky little guesthouse in the U bend subsoi off 11 (Next to the Pickled Liver). They've knocked down the walls in the floors above the buildings all the way down to opposite Cheap Charlies. It's a pretty cool place, but not all that fancy re hotel standard accomodation. More a flash(ish)packer than a monger place.

[QUOTE=Zauberfee]Does anyone know if Radisson hotel at Rama IX is girl friendly? At Asiatravel.com they mention a joiner fee of 1.000 THB per night
[/QUOTE]
You didn't say what is the reason for staying there. That makes advice difficult.

I went to Long Beach MP tonight but lineup wasn't that impressive. My favourite girl is gone.

[QUOTE=Zauberfee]Does anyone know if Radisson hotel at Rama IX is girl friendly? At Asiatravel.com they mention a joiner fee of 1.000 THB per night.[/QUOTE]Today I got this reply from the hotel:

To : Zauberfee

Many thanks for your e-mail. Please be informed that the hotel will charge a Joiner fee or Guest fee of THB. 1,000 net per night per person and the hotel will charge a half day for late Check out until 06.00pm and additional night for late check out until departure at hotel prices.

With kind regards,

Adisak Amornyard

Reservation Department | Radisson Hotel Bangkok

Phone: +66 02 641 4777 | Fax: +66 02 641 4996

92 Soi Saengcham | Rimklong Bangkapi Road , Bangkapi , Huaykwang , Bangkok 10320 | Thailand |

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Yes we think alike. I would take convenience over size of the room. I used to stay in tiny rooms of Honey Hotel Soi 19 years ago and wasn't even going to Cowboy regularly.

I like this web-site for S15 (as well as the 2 you gave):
[url]http://www.bangkok.com/reviews-boutique/s15-sukhumvit-hotel.html[/url]

So on my next trip I'll try S15, Citichic, and maybe even Dream and compare them to others I have used regularly such as LL, GP, DynG, etc.

P.S. I think the Agoda Map pin for Manhatten should be Dream and Manhatten may only be 100 metres from Suk on the other side of the road.
Its tough when all the different Map sources disagree with each other. But I have a GPS phone now with BKK Maps loaded so I'll check it all next time.[/QUOTE]
I checked yesterday and Dream is 200m from Sukhumwit road on the right side of Soi 15 and corner of Soi connecting to Soi 19. It has a 2nd building across this small Soi. So it would only be a total of 500m to Soi cowboy. Agoda Map pin is a little off position, but then I can't find any Maps placing Hotels at all accurately.

However I prefer S15 which is right on Sukhumwit and therefore 200m less to cowboy and close to Asoke BTS. Will check in there tomorrow and report later how it was.

So far its just been too easy and convenient to check in to Livingstones Lodge. The back Sois here clog up badly late in the afternoon, so at that time I either walk to MRT station or take a motorcycle to Soi Cowboy. But earlier like midday, its quite easy to get a taxi out of Soi Prom Pong into Petchaburi Road to then go to Ratchada, Rama 9, or Pratu-Nam.
You just have to know the traffic situations and what is best travel option,: BTS, MRT, Taxi, or walk?

The friendliness of Livingstone's Lodge staff is so exceptional that I was moved to "ring the bell" (first time in my life i think) and shout them all a drink. Came to 3K Baht or so.

Have stayed at S15 one night now.

Its on corner of Sukhumwit and Soi 15. New (1 year old). Big glass front (near to Asoke BTS station). LL is near to Phrom Phong (a little bit longer walk to MRT).

Room here is 2700 Baht or so (plus tax I think). Standard room at LL (similar size) is a quite a few hundred Baht cheaper. LL has special discounts for multi-day stays too. The room at S15 is a little more modern of course (only 1 year old).
S15 has video player in room (LL does not).

Free wifi Internet connection at S15 is unreliable and slow at times, acceptable at other times. I found LL internet connection to be very fast and reliable for the whole week.
S15 internet frustrates me at times. Google Maps pages very slow. ISG attach photo slow.

The bed is very nice at S15 and has slightly softer pillows than LL. S15 floor is part carpet part large smooth tiles.
LL is polished timbre I think.

The aircon in my room at S15 seems to have strange thermostat. Seems to be virtually either on or off. At times a little too warm, then after fiddling, at times too cold. Didn't have any problem with air-con at LL.

The bathroom at S15 is bigger than LL standard room but smaller than LL deluxe room that is priced similar to S15. S15 drain has some odour but his is very common in Thailand.
Drainage of water in the bathroom floor is reasonable in this room. Its common in Thailand workmanship for floor to slope wrong way (not to drain hole).
Strangely S15 locates wardrobe in the bathroom. All the better for steaming your clothes?

Servicing of the room was faultless at both places. No complaints at all.

S15 has probably 70 rooms, so its big enough to have a small scale buffet breakfast. At 9AM only 15 people were at breakfast, so Hotel cannot be anywhere near full (its low season). Buffet had just a few hot dishes beyond absolutely standard fare, such as peppered chicken, baked spinach and cheese, for example. LL has no buffet, but I get virtually the smae breakfast there by simple order system.
There are more staff per customer at LL so get better coffee refill service.

I don't know anyone here so it feels a bit dead after LL.

S15 has no pool. LL does have a nice pool with good water temp.

S15 has a very city feel. LL has a tropical island or oasis feel to it. S15 has just 2 lifts and lift can get very crowded. LL is just 2 stories and no lift.

LL has a restaurant with very good helpful staff. At S15, I don't know.

S15 has slightly easier access to freeway to the airport than LL, but have to go wrong way on Sukhumwit and U-turn back.

S15 is a prim and proper place, but reportedly GF. LL has pretty girls hanging around outside or in the sports bar and GF.

Walking on Sukhumwit late at night near to S15, you have to run the gauntlet to escape from LBs and street freelancers.

S15 seems a good option for those who might normally choose Dynasty Grande or Majestic Grande, but want to be closer to MRT or Soi cowboy, and do not require a pool.
Its location is more convenient than Grand President but I can't say its better. Its not going to be best choice if on a tight budget.
If you want value for money, I think LL standard room is the better option (that I keep going back to).
If you want a bigger room with small jacuzzi at LL, then pay a few hundred Baht more.

P.S. In this season, more than half of the S15 guests are from Asia (families and young people) and some from middle eastern countries.

Left S15 Hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 15 today at 3:15 PM.
5 mins in taxi to get to Asoke (traffic). U turn back to expressway and then to Suwanaphuum Airport was there by 3:45PM. Just before the worst rush hour I guess.
When traffic is O.K. can be very quick.

From Dynasty Grande would have been even quicker.
If I was leaving from Livingstones and pushed for time, I would walk pulling bag out to Sukhumvit road and cross over, so that taxi ride to expressway might be a lot quicker.

Next time I would probably not choose S15 only due to frustrating internet service.

Dynasty Grande is a better option in the similar price bracket (although slightly less conveniently located) and don't eat there other than Thai food!

But Livingstones is cheaper and having NO substantial faults for my requirements!

Has any one stayed at FURAMAXCLUSIVE ASOKE Hotel?

This hotel is near Soi Cowboy and look better than staying at city lodge 21...

Give a holler and let me know whats the deal.

You know the usual fare:

GF?

Quality?

Change Sheet daily? LOL

Thanks in advance.

Hi All,

Am on my Maiden trip to Bangkok next week, arriving on the 12th leaving on the 14th August and will be staying at Chichotel.

I heard Tuesday is a Public Holiday in Thailand, so is there any action during holidays? Am looking at overnight girls since I heard Chichotel is girl friendly, much appreciated with replies on cost & where to find them.

Thanks in advance.

P/s I'm from Malaysia

[QUOTE=AliasDonkey]Has any one stayed at FURAMAXCLUSIVE ASOKE Hotel?

This hotel is near Soi Cowboy and look better than staying at city lodge 21...

Give a holler and let me know whats the deal.

You know the usual fare:

GF?

Quality?

Change Sheet daily? LOL

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]
The rack rate is close to 6K with taxes included but can get it for half at just over 3K Baht (2.7K before taxes).

[url]http://furamaxclusive.com/asoke/[/url]

[url]http://www.agoda.com/asia/thailand/bangkok/furamaxclusive_asoke_hotel.html[/url]


I saw it only from outside almost opposite Grand Millenium.

Be careful Asoke traffic can be hell most of the time.

[QUOTE=AliasDonkey]Has any one stayed at FURAMAXCLUSIVE ASOKE Hotel?

This hotel is near Soi Cowboy and look better than staying at city lodge 21...

Give a holler and let me know whats the deal.

You know the usual fare:

GF?

Quality?

Change Sheet daily? LOL

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]

Greetings from Central Reservation and Sales Office
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Thank you for your interesting at FuramaXclusive Asoke.

FuramaXclusive Asoke ([url]http://furamaxclusive.com/asoke/[/url])

Room Size Single / Double


Deluxe Room 36 Sqms THB 5,250

Premier Room 45 Sqms THB 6,250

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Extra Bed and Extra Person Charge THB 800.-nett/person/night (ID or Passport are required) NOT AVAILABLE FOR DELUXE ROOM

All room rate are per room per night and include all service charge, tax and daily American breakfas

Well thats the end of that>>>.... I guess they do charge a joiner fee.... Crap.. Back to city lodge 19 then LOL

[QUOTE=AliasDonkey]Greetings from Central Reservation and Sales Office
FuramaXclusive - A Unico Collection, Bangkok Thailand

Thank you for your interesting at FuramaXclusive Asoke.

FuramaXclusive Asoke ([url]http://furamaxclusive.com/asoke/[/url])

Room Size Single / Double


Deluxe Room 36 Sqms THB 5,250

Premier Room 45 Sqms THB 6,250

Suites 75 Sqms THB 7,650

Extra Bed and Extra Person Charge THB 800.-nett/person/night (ID or Passport are required) NOT AVAILABLE FOR DELUXE ROOM

All room rate are per room per night and include all service charge, tax and daily American breakfas

Well thats the end of that>>>.... I guess they do charge a joiner fee.... Crap.. Back to city lodge 19 then LOL[/QUOTE]
Extra person may well be a 3rd person beyond the initial booking of a double.
Rack rates don't mean much anyway as Agoda had 2722++ (+17% taxes).

[QUOTE=Nicewan]Hi All,

Am on my Maiden trip to Bangkok next week, arriving on the 12th leaving on the 14th August and will be staying at Chichotel.

I heard Tuesday is a Public Holiday in Thailand, so is there any action during holidays? Am looking at overnight girls since I heard Chichotel is girl friendly, much appreciated with replies on cost & where to find them.

Thanks in advance.

P/s I'm from Malaysia[/QUOTE]

The public holiday won't cause you any problems with your mongering. It will be business as usual in the places you will hang out.

Chic Hotel is good - its 3/4 along soi 13 so about 15 minute walk from either Cowboy or NEP. orTaxi along greenway to NEP (could take a while as traffic is often jammed up) or taxi to Cowboy along Suk..... or to any of the great Soapy / Oilly experiences described by MicK & others. I live around the corner - it's a good place to be.

BTW the vietnamese restaurant next door is very good

Girls .... it depends on your taste & budget - Plenty to choose from for LT all around there. The Uzbek girls stay in the hotel next door so that's an interesting option, but the Thai girls are much better looking and much better value and service. PM if you want more details.

[QUOTE=AliasDonkey]You know the usual fare:

GF?

Quality?[/QUOTE]I also saked for joiner fee and got this reply by e-mail

[quote]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.

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TEL: (66) 2 677 8484
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For more information about us, log on to www.furamaxclusive.com!
[/quote]

Situated in Soi7/1, this is budget accomodation (@ B1100). It is centrally placed, just a minute from Nana BTS. Many bars all around and only about 50m from Eden.
Cons: The furnishings are basic but if you're the type of person who spends most of the time outside then it's ok
Pros: Soft matress and pillow and quite clean

In the same soi as Maxim's Inn one may find World Inn. I passed earlier on taday and found the rooms to be clean. At 1100B including breakfast, this is not a bad deal. It is also GF.
Some of the bars there ie soi7/1 also have rooms for rent. I haven't ventured there yet but i will and hopefully report on the situation
taka

Bro,

a BIG THANK YOU for your reply, will find my way:)

thanks too for the food suggestion;) will post FR when I get back.

I am thinking of staying at CitiChic Hotel. newish, modern, hip (um, ok, clean and neat)

Question: Since I am visiting Bangkok for the Nana - Soi Cowboy - Soi 33 trifecta, is this a good location. I will actually be in BKK twice this trip so i could do two hotels like CitiChic and majestic.

Any way, is Citichic in the right spot -- [url]http://www.citichichotel.com/map_nearby.html[/url] -- I know how hot a 5 - 10 block walk can get even at 8PM.

Oh, they tell me they are a friendly place. :)

Thanks

[QUOTE=Peterbeijing]I am thinking of staying at CitiChic Hotel. newish, modern, hip (um, ok, clean and neat)

Question: Since I am visiting Bangkok for the Nana - Soi Cowboy - Soi 33 trifecta, is this a good location. I will actually be in BKK twice this trip so i could do two hotels like CitiChic and majestic.

Any way, is Citichic in the right spot -- [url]http://www.citichichotel.com/map_nearby.html[/url] -- I know how hot a 5 - 10 block walk can get even at 8PM.

Oh, they tell me they are a friendly place. :)

Thanks[/QUOTE]

Look about 3 responses below and there is a short critique of the Chic Hotel. It's a good place, but not in the abso;ute heart of the action. at least 10 minutes walk from NEP, 15 from cowboy, 5 down to Sukhumvit. There aren't girls hanging about the immediate area - it is on Soi 13.

But it's a nice place, new and modern rooms - and it's on the greenway so there are cabs going by constantly.

I'm thinking of staying at the City Lodge soi 19 because its close to soi cowboys action. An alternative is S15 just for the better rooms.. But most of our action will center around Cowboy.. Is there a better located hotel than city lodge that at least three starts ... Oh and not the Taipan... looks kind of old the rooms..

Thanks for your help....

[QUOTE=Woorace]Which of the 2 Marriotts is the best to stay at in Bangkok for mongering. The J.W. or the Marriott resort & Spa? Thanks, for any info.[/QUOTE]

I stayed at J.W many times and would choose this one. They are GF and very respectful to the girls when you eat with them in the restaurants or approach the front desk area. They don't do the sneering and looking down routine....and don't ask any questions. I like this place.

Peterbeijing,

Im posting this from CitiChic Hotel. Excellent room, 37"LCD TV, Bath Tub,
Superbly clean rooms and really superb service! Free wifi too.

Just checked in, will go check out the Vietnamese food later and really really
later, will get some action:)

Bro Skeeter, thanks again

Does anyone knows if Nana Guesthouse still there?

Remember it 15 years ago. Stayed there many times when in BKK.

It was inside Nana Plaza and I think I payed around 350baht.

There was a nice middleage TG working there or maybe the owner.

Short walk to Hollywood...

"Only for you I don't regret"

As Always,

Primo

One of the hotel web sites said that City Lodge Soi 19 has no elevator is this true.

Can any one confirm or deny this info?.

Thanks

I stayed at the LeFenix Sukhumvit Hotel the other night. It's an interesting hotel in a good location on the end of Soi 11. Style-wise, it has that trendy, minimalist look that's getting more popular in Bangkok (white and pastel colors, flat screen TV, comfortable bed, subtle mood lighting. etc.). The hotel staff was very efficient and friendly.

The very first page of the in-room hotel guide outlined their guest policy (i.e., no guests; there is a joiner fee). Skirting this, though, I had a spirited in-call massage for about three hours and there were no issues with that. My favorite massage gal is pretty good at floating in and out wherever she goes. Probably would work OK for short time.

I was able to find a good last minute rate (the day before) on ratestogodotcom. There's good rates on the hotel website, too.

BTW, I've used Sabai Sabai Massage for hotel delivery a number of times now and it's been well worth it.

[QUOTE=Peterbeijing]I am thinking of staying at CitiChic Hotel. newish, modern, hip (um, ok, clean and neat)

Question: Since I am visiting Bangkok for the Nana - Soi Cowboy - Soi 33 trifecta, is this a good location. I will actually be in BKK twice this trip so i could do two hotels like CitiChic and majestic.

Any way, is Citichic in the right spot -- [url]http://www.citichichotel.com/map_nearby.html[/url] -- I know how hot a 5 - 10 block walk can get even at 8PM.

Oh, they tell me they are a friendly place. :)

Thanks[/QUOTE]
The Map is not to scale so its worth pointing out that Citichic is at least 400metres down Soi 13.
Worry about rain more than heat right now.
Thats the only reason I chose S15 recently. To avoid that extra 400-500 metres and be very central to mongering venues. But I would like to give Citichic a go some time soon, as it is well rated.
Hotels right on Sukhumwit, its worth considering S15, Ruamchit Plaza, Majestic Suites. All with reviews posted.

I will go back to Livingstone's Lodge this weekend, which just a short walk into Soi 33. My time is short. My favourite Oily MPs are close. Its also a short taxi or motorcycle ride through back Sois to Cowboy and the MRT. For Nana Plaza, I would walk out and cross Sukhumwit at the pedestriation crossing, then an easy short taxi ride to Nana provided not peak hour. If you want to spend heaps of time at Nana (and I don't), then Majestic or Dynasty Grande are good options.

Le Fenix is ok.

Its best to smuggle them in through the elevator that goes to the street, as in you meet them outside and take them up, or if you pick them up from outside you take them in with you.

If the wander aimlessly past reception on their own they will be asked to register and deposit their ID card and then you are at the mercy of the reception girls as to whether they want to charge you a joiner fee or not.

You can book direct with good last minute rates directly at the hotel website :

[url]http://www.lefenix-sukhumvit.com/[/url]

If you into banging girls in Q bar or Bed Superclub, then Le Fenix is "ideal location".







[QUOTE=Fon Tok]I stayed at the LeFenix Sukhumvit Hotel the other night. It's an interesting hotel in a good location on the end of Soi 11. Style-wise, it has that trendy, minimalist look that's getting more popular in Bangkok (white and pastel colors, flat screen TV, comfortable bed, subtle mood lighting. etc.). The hotel staff was very efficient and friendly.

The very first page of the in-room hotel guide outlined their guest policy (i.e., no guests; there is a joiner fee). Skirting this, though, I had a spirited in-call massage for about three hours and there were no issues with that. My favorite massage gal is pretty good at floating in and out wherever she goes. Probably would work OK for short time.

I was able to find a good last minute rate (the day before) on ratestogodotcom. There's good rates on the hotel website, too.

BTW, I've used Sabai Sabai Massage for hotel delivery a number of times now and it's been well worth it.[/QUOTE]

The Malaysia Hotel off Rama 1V , was OK but forget it now so try the REX Hotel on Sukhumvit Road near Soi 34 and the Skytrain. Anything around Nana has gone up in price and down in value.

CitiChic is around a 400m walk to Sukhumvit or to the Biergarten. And the swimming pool is very small. Other than that, the place is great. If you're familiar with the location of the President Solitaire, it's right next door. The LeFenix is only about 100m closer to those strategic places, and I believe it is inferior to CitiChic, and certainly not as friendly.

Now that the Dynasty Grande has come down off of their jacked up 2800 baht rate from last year, I think it's a better choice than CitiChic, due to location and a better swimming pool. But they are both among the better choices, in the group of full service hotels that are a cut above the Majestic Suites/Dynasty Inn/Nana Hotel class of place.

I'm going to BKK first time November. Looks like Majestic Suites is less expensive than many, and clean. If you get a single, do you usually need to pay joiner fee? They emailed me and said with Double, no joiner fee, but haven't heard from them (yet) on the single joiner fee issue. Do most of the GF hotels in this area have joiner's fees? Thanks for your help--I'm an ignorant noobie.

[QUOTE=Beagleface]I'm going to BKK first time November. Looks like Majestic Suites is less expensive than many, and clean. If you get a single, do you usually need to pay joiner fee? They emailed me and said with Double, no joiner fee, but haven't heard from them (yet) on the single joiner fee issue. Do most of the GF hotels in this area have joiner's fees? Thanks for your help--I'm an ignorant noobie.[/QUOTE]

Majestic Suites does not charge joiner fees. Very convenient if you plan to hit Nana Plaza as it is right around the corner. Only difference if you book a single vs. double is you get one breakfast and not two. Most hotels in this area are GF. A few are not and charge joiner fees are Ambassador, Zenith and Amari.

[QUOTE=Beagleface]I'm going to BKK first time November. Looks like Majestic Suites is less expensive than many, and clean. If you get a single, do you usually need to pay joiner fee? They emailed me and said with Double, no joiner fee, but haven't heard from them (yet) on the single joiner fee issue. Do most of the GF hotels in this area have joiner's fees? Thanks for your help--I'm an ignorant noobie.[/QUOTE]Majestic Suites are unique that you need only book a Single room. There will be no joiner fees at all.

Single rooms are quite small and have a Queen size 5ft bed, whereas Double rooms are larger and have a 6 Ft King Size bed.

You do get only 1 breakfast coupon though. Also they have free wifi starting 1 November, a welcomed addition.

[QUOTE=Beagleface]I'm going to BKK first time November. Looks like Majestic Suites is less expensive than many, and clean. If you get a single, do you usually need to pay joiner fee? They emailed me and said with Double, no joiner fee, but haven't heard from them (yet) on the single joiner fee issue. Do most of the GF hotels in this area have joiner's fees? Thanks for your help--I'm an ignorant noobie.[/QUOTE]

Just came back from Majestic Suite and I confirm there's no joiner fee. Totally GF ! The security person will request your local lady partner the ID or some sort of identification before you go up. Breakfast is generally good and is available at the ground floor ( from 7.30 onwards ) and also the 7th Floor. The ground floor is generally more quiet and serves same buffet served at 7th floor.

Rooms suits me fine , however .. no free internet ! That's the only lousy point. Paid USD 85 through asiarooms.com, which I am very please. Location closed to Nana action places and Annie's MAssage is just right opposite the hotel.

Xerus

[QUOTE=Xerus]Just came back from Majestic Suite and I confirm there's no joiner fee. Totally GF ! The security person will request your local lady partner the ID or some sort of identification before you go up. Breakfast is generally good and is available at the ground floor ( from 7.30 onwards ) and also the 7th Floor. The ground floor is generally more quiet and serves same buffet served at 7th floor.

Rooms suits me fine , however .. no free internet ! That's the only lousy point. Paid USD 85 through asiarooms.com, which I am very please. Location closed to Nana action places and Annie's MAssage is just right opposite the hotel.

Xerus[/QUOTE]Thanks horntoad and xerus. Majestic did email me and confirmed no joining fee, single or double. My needs are minimal so I will go single. I was just reading about annie's--it is right across the street? Sounds like a soapie is required almost daily--never had one before. Any other advice on what to do, where to go? Thanks for your help--will do some posts when I get there.

[QUOTE=Xerus]Just came back from Majestic Suite and I confirm there's no joiner fee. Totally GF ! The security person will request your local lady partner the ID or some sort of identification before you go up. Breakfast is generally good and is available at the ground floor ( from 7.30 onwards ) and also the 7th Floor. The ground floor is generally more quiet and serves same buffet served at 7th floor.

Rooms suits me fine , however .. no free internet ! That's the only lousy point. Paid USD 85 through asiarooms.com, which I am very please. Location closed to Nana action places and Annie's MAssage is just right opposite the hotel.

Xerus[/QUOTE]

He's talking about Majestic Suites not Majestic Grand which is the sister hotel. Majestic Suites shouldn't be more than $50 max.

[QUOTE=Xerus]Just came back from Majestic Suite and I confirm there's no joiner fee. Totally GF ! The security person will request your local lady partner the ID or some sort of identification before you go up. Breakfast is generally good and is available at the ground floor ( from 7.30 onwards ) and also the 7th Floor. The ground floor is generally more quiet and serves same buffet served at 7th floor.

Rooms suits me fine , however .. no free internet ! That's the only lousy point. Paid USD 85 through asiarooms.com, which I am very please. Location closed to Nana action places and Annie's MAssage is just right opposite the hotel.

Xerus[/QUOTE]

We have free wireless just bring up your computer.

[QUOTE=Xerus]Rooms suits me fine , however .. no free internet ! That's the only lousy point. Paid USD 85 through asiarooms.com, which I am very please. Location closed to Nana action places and Annie's MAssage is just right opposite the hotel.Xerus[/QUOTE]
Hi Xerus,

Asiarooms.com are normally OK, though I prefer Agoda.com for hotel reservations. I this case, at $85, you were grossly overcharged.
Look at [url]www.majesticsuites.com/budget_hotel_bangkok.html[/url] . They quote between 1350 THB for 'Single Studio' and 2050 THB for 'Double Deluxe'.
Using [url]www.oanda.com/convert/classic[/url] and adding the 2% CC foreign currency surcharge even the most expensive room should be under $63.
I am pretty sure, that the $12/day would have covered the broadband internet fee.
From a different POV: on a 5 days stay, you could have had a session at Nataree or Tulip for free!

[QUOTE=Daddy San]Hi Xerus,

Asiarooms.com are normally OK, though I prefer Agoda.com for hotel reservations. I this case, at $85, you were grossly overcharged.
Look at [url]www.majesticsuites.com/budget_hotel_bangkok.html[/url] . They quote between 1350 THB for 'Single Studio' and 2050 THB for 'Double Deluxe'.
Using [url]www.oanda.com/convert/classic[/url] and adding the 2% CC foreign currency surcharge even the most expensive room should be under $63.
I am pretty sure, that the $12/day would have covered the broadband internet fee.
From a different POV: on a 5 days stay, you could have had a session at Nataree or Tulip for free![/QUOTE]

As Horntoad pointed out below, Xerus was talking about the Majestic Grande, not Majestic Suites. The rate of $85.00 for the Majestic Grande is pretty much in line with the going rates and even cheaper than many other booking sites. Now if they would put a stop to their outrageous internet charge, they would be one of the even better deals in BKK.

[QUOTE=Run Mann]As Horntoad pointed our below, Xerus was talking about the Majestic Grande, not Majestic Suites. The rate of $85.00 for the Majestic Grande is pretty much in line with the going rates and even cheaper than many other booking sites. Now if they would put a stop to their outrageous internet charge, they would be one of the even better deals in BKK.[/QUOTE]


I used to book on Agoda or Precision Reservations as I think they called themselves before.
Nowdays I found that they are adding a fee (which they prefer to name as tax) on their bookings.

Because of this I have for my recent and next trips changed to [url]www.directrooms.com[/url] which I think have one of the cheapest rates. Very good service as well.

Ken.

To all brother, I was asked by my good friend to organize a get away to Bangkok for a few friends to celebrate the "end of his bachelorhood".

I have narrowed down the hotels to Ambassador & Zenith. Could someone familiar with Bangkok and its great nightlife advice me on which hotel is closer to the bars and the great massage places like Tulip, etc. Alternatively, if these 2 hotels are far from the happening place, could you be so kind as to recommend some other hotels closer to the actions.

There will be 5 of us going and we planned to spend 4D/3N in Bangkok partying and getting laid. We planned to go in mid-October 2008.

Hope some brothers will be kind enough to response.

Thanks in advance.

Cheers
normad2020

[QUOTE=Normad2020]To all brother, I was asked by my good friend to organize a get away to Bangkok for a few friends to celebrate the "end of his bachelorhood".

I have narrowed down the hotels to Ambassador & Zenith. Could someone familiar with Bangkok and its great nightlife advice me on which hotel is closer to the bars and the great massage places like Tulip, etc. Alternatively, if these 2 hotels are far from the happening place, could you be so kind as to recommend some other hotels closer to the actions.

There will be 5 of us going and we planned to spend 4D/3N in Bangkok partying and getting laid. We planned to go in mid-October 2008.

Hope some brothers will be kind enough to response.

Thanks in advance.

Cheers
normad2020[/QUOTE]


Zenith and Ambassador is right in the middle of the action close to Nana Plaza and Soi Cowboy. Unfortunately for you, both of these hotels are not GF friendly and have joiner fees. How much are you looking to spend? The higher end hotels are Westin, Sheraton Grande, Majestic Grande and maybe Dream which are all over one hundred dollars. Tulips is easy to get to as it is right next to the Thonglor BTS station.

If you are looking for GF friendly hotels which are in the price range of your two aforementioned hotels, then there is Majestic Suites, Dynasty, Nana Hotel, Grand President to name a few. Just read the hotel thread and there are some great recomenndations from the guys.

In that case, we will have to consider alternative. Is Tai-Pan Hotel a suitable hotel? Is is located near to the Asoke and Nana areas? Good soapie places nearby is a must.

Pricing is not a big issue as the guy who is about to "end his bachelorhood" days has given us the no-hold limit. We want to celebrate for him and may want to let him "go for it" until his legs shake (threesome, foursome,...who knows).

Hope for some advice.

Cheers
normad2020


[QUOTE=Horntoad]Zenith and Ambassador is right in the middle of the action close to Nana Plaza and Soi Cowboy. Unfortunately for you, both of these hotels are not GF friendly and have joiner fees. How much are you looking to spend? The higher end hotels are Westin, Sheraton Grande, Majestic Grande and maybe Dream which are all over one hundred dollars. Tulips is easy to get to as it is right next to the Thonglor BTS station.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Normad2020]In that case, we will have to consider alternative. Is Tai-Pan Hotel a suitable hotel? Is is located near to the Asoke and Nana areas? Good soapie places nearby is a must.

Pricing is not a big issue as the guy who is about to "end his bachelorhood" days has given us the no-hold limit. We want to celebrate for him and may want to let him "go for it" until his legs shake (threesome, foursome,...who knows).

Hope for some advice.

Cheers
normad2020[/QUOTE]

Dude, I'm cracking up because you are picking hotels that are not GF and that's hard to do around the Sukumvit area!! The Sukumvit area is not known for soapies with only Annie's and Darling's around. If you really want to go to soapies, then I would recommend staying in the Ratchada area. The two hotels I would recommend are Palazzo(1700baht) or Hip Hotel(1600 baht). I would recommend staying at the Westin or Sheraton then because that is right next to the skytrain to Tulips and other areas and also the subway which will take you to the soapies in less than 15 minutes.

Thanks brother for the feedback. I will have to look at the 4 hotels recommended by you. If we really need to be in Suk, which hotel(s) would you recommend that is in the same price range?

Apology for the many questions as I want to carry out my duties properly so that my friends would have a fantastic outing.

Cheers,
normad2020


[QUOTE=Horntoad]Dude, I'm cracking up because you are picking hotels that are not GF and that's hard to do around the Sukumvit area!! The Sukumvit area is not known for soapies with only Annie's and Darling's around. If you really want to go to soapies, then I would recommend staying in the Ratchada area. The two hotels I would recommend are Palazzo(1700baht) or Hip Hotel(1600 baht). I would recommend staying at the Westin or Sheraton then because that is right next to the skytrain to Tulips and other areas and also the subway which will take you to the soapies in less than 15 minutes.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Normad2020]Thanks brother for the feedback. I will have to look at the 4 hotels recommended by you. If we really need to be in Suk, which hotel(s) would you recommend that is in the same price range?

Apology for the many questions as I want to carry out my duties properly so that my friends would have a fantastic outing.

Cheers,
normad2020[/QUOTE]

You mentioned money is not an issue so again, the hotels over a hundred dollars are Westin, Sheraton, Marriott and Majestic Grande. If you are looking for something around $60, then I would recommend Majestic Suites, Nana Hotel or Dynasty but these are only 3 stars at best but popular among the mongers.

[QUOTE=Horntoad]You mentioned money is not an issue so again, the hotels over a hundred dollars are Westin, Sheraton, Marriott and Majestic Grande. [/QUOTE]Actually the rates for Westin, Grand Sheraton or JW Marriott are nearer 200 $ then 100 $ per night.

[QUOTE=Zauberfee]Actually the rates for Westin, Grand Sheraton or JW Marriott are nearer 200 $ then 100 $ per night.[/QUOTE]

That's true and I'm priced out of the market for those hotels but he said money was not an issue. I think there are so many hotels that offer a much better value now.

[QUOTE=Horntoad]I think there are so many hotels that offer a much better value now.[/QUOTE]It depends on how you define 'value'. I stayed at Sheraton Grande last week and I can assure that it was worth every penny I paid. High quality rooms, high quality amneties and for sure high quality services where nothing is to be complained about.

[QUOTE=Horntoad]That's true and I'm priced out of the market for those hotels but he said money was not an issue. I think there are so many hotels that offer a much better value now.[/QUOTE]I dont think I would have choosen JW.

Majestic Grande though its not first class I know and a few blocks away the luxury of Conrads executive floors.

I dont think JW has the best reputation but location is nice.

[QUOTE=Normad2020]
Pricing is not a big issue as the guy who is about to "end his bachelorhood" days has given us the no-hold limit. We want to celebrate for him and may want to let him "go for it" until his legs shake (threesome, foursome,...who knows).

Hope for some advice.

Cheers
normad2020[/QUOTE]

If pricing isn't an issue, you might want to consider a serviced apartment, especially if you're planning on having a lot of girls at once. The Davis on Soi 24 has a section called Baan Davis (Camp Davis), which features stand-alone, two-story, two-bedroom Thai "villas." They are exceptional in terms of furnishings - besides all the usual stuff, they include a full kitchen and even a washing machine. Great for private parties because there's room for 10-15 people at once.

Other good serviced apartments include the Emporium Suites, Fraser Suites, Omni Suites and the Centre Point properties (about five different in BKK). The Platinum Suites at the President Solitaire include a jacuzzi. The high-end suites at the Majestic Grande are also good for parties. A lesser known hotel, the Royal Ivory Nana on Soi 4, has a two-bedroom suite that is more reasonably priced but good for parties.

There are tons more. Google is your friend.

Evil

Hey Bros,

Did anyone stay one of these hotels? Are they GF?

Dma pavilion / Bangkok Palace

Thanks

Hi all,

My pal and I are going to Thailand on 29th. We are pretty excited

We are searching for nice hotels with good price. GOOd price means 50-55$ per night. I am going to stay in Bangkok for 4-5 days, then will go to Phuket and stay there for 3 nights.

I am waiting for your suggestions and comments, not only for hotels but also bars, massage parlours and so on

Thanks in advance

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]I dont think I would have choosen JW.

Majestic Grande though its not first class I know and a few blocks away the luxury of Conrads executive floors.

I dont think JW has the best reputation but location is nice.[/QUOTE]

I believe that you are under-rating the JW Marriott. IMHO, it's one of the very finest Marriotts in the entire world, and VERY comparable in quality to the Conrad and the Plaza Athenee - two other extremely fine hotels in the area. The JW is a genuinely superb hotel in pretty much every way. If the name on the door said Peninsula or Shangri-La, or St. Regis, it would not be an embarrasment to it's siblings at all.

The quality of the service at the JW is an order of magnitude better than at any other Marriott I have ever stayed at.

I am planning my return for next year and find nothing to go against my previous selections in terms of price/location/friendliness:

Bangkok - Livingstones
Phuket - Salathai resort

I though you might have problems with that budget in BKK.

[QUOTE=Drahoma]Hi all,

My pal and I are going to Thailand on 29th. We are pretty excited

We are searching for nice hotels with good price. GOOd price means 50-55$ per night. I am going to stay in Bangkok for 4-5 days, then will go to Phuket and stay there for 3 nights.

I am waiting for your suggestions and comments, not only for hotels but also bars, massage parlours and so on

Thanks in advance[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Stiffoak 571]I am planning my return for next year and find nothing to go against my previous selections in terms of price/location/friendliness:

Bangkok - Livingstones
Phuket - Salathai resort

I though you might have problems with that budget in BKK.[/QUOTE]


Salathai resort is GF ? Looks nice hotel.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Mastorr]Salathai resort is GF ? Looks nice hotel.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Yes - they have a Joiner book where they put the girls id card but there is no fee of any sort.

Hey again

Does any of these hotels are not GF? And do i have to pay joiner fee at one of these hotels? Anyone has experiences about them?

Royal president
President Park
Aspen Suites
Le Fenix
Citichic
Majestic Suites

Thanks,'

Ali

[QUOTE=Member #2041]I believe that you are under-rating the JW Marriott. IMHO, it's one of the very finest Marriotts in the entire world, and VERY comparable in quality to the Conrad and the Plaza Athenee - two other extremely fine hotels in the area. The JW is a genuinely superb hotel in pretty much every way. If the name on the door said Peninsula or Shangri-La, or St. Regis, it would not be an embarrasment to it's siblings at all.

The quality of the service at the JW is an order of magnitude better than at any other Marriott I have ever stayed at.[/QUOTE]No Its not.

Conrad was built 2002, JW was built eleven years ago!

And because of the clientele often staying there. Those who are banned from some of the bars.

Hi

Has anyone stayed at the Admiral Suites recently? It has good reviews on TripAdvisor (most of the negative points seem to focus on the distance to the skytrain, but it looks only about 500m away).

I'm trying to decide between Admiral and Aspen Suites, but the former seems to have a nice roof-top pool.

[QUOTE=Mouse1]Hi

Has anyone stayed at the Admiral Suites recently? It has good reviews on TripAdvisor (most of the negative points seem to focus on the distance to the skytrain, but it looks only about 500m away).

I'm trying to decide between Admiral and Aspen Suites, but the former seems to have a nice roof-top pool.[/QUOTE]


It sure is not 500 meter away... it is way up past queen's park.. can you walk it sure but it is not 500 meter by any stretch of the imagination. I stay at an apartment up that road and I personally enjoy the walk, but don't think it is close. Aspen is nice, I had a nice stay there. These are all run by compass hospitality.

[QUOTE=Nikyok]Hey again

Does any of these hotels are not GF? And do i have to pay joiner fee at one of these hotels? Anyone has experiences about them?

Royal president
President Park
Aspen Suites
Le Fenix
Citichic
Majestic Suites

Thanks,'

Ali[/QUOTE]
to quote one of my favorite tennis players
[url]http://www.amazon.com/You-Cannot-Serious-John-McEnroe/dp/0399148582[/url]

:( :( :(

Couldn't resist, Tansak........

[QUOTE=1Ball]to quote one of my favorite tennis players
[url]http://www.amazon.com/You-Cannot-Serious-John-McEnroe/dp/0399148582[/url]

:( :( :(

Couldn't resist, Tansak........[/QUOTE]


Damn it 1Ball, we just talked about this and I told you to leave it alone but no... you just couldn't leave it alone .... ;) Now I gotta be nice here to make up for my rude brother....


[QUOTE=Nikyok]Hey again

Does any of these hotels are not GF? And do i have to pay joiner fee at one of these hotels? Anyone has experiences about them?

Royal president
President Park
Aspen Suites
Le Fenix
Citichic
Majestic Suites

Thanks,'

Ali[/QUOTE]


In other words Ali.... there is a search function where you could type in the name of hotel, in this thread... and get a lot of reports on the hotel. There is also a great report of hotels by a member who took the time to compile the listing and post it here so people can read it and find their answers easier then just searching. AsiaTraveler2 posted it and it is listed under the reports of distinction even....

To be kind as I am in a nice mood today and to make up for my rude brother 1ball, i've stayed at 5 of those and had taken girls in all five of them. 4 of them are posted about almost every week it seems like. So I am sure you will have no problem finding reports if you read or search a little.

If you are really adventurous then you might even find out that a certain hotel (not one you listed above) has his own thread on the asia thailand area and his hotel is frequented by many ISG members... Especially newbies as he does provide assistance for many members...

Sorry Dad, I tried, I really tried, but the complete and utter laziness of the newbie got to me. I mean, all this guy does is ask dumb questions. He can't be bothered to even read a few pages.

10 USD says you never see a FR from him about one of these places.

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]Conrad was built 2002, JW was built eleven years ago![/QUOTE]

What's that got to do with anything? An older hotel can certainly be kept to the very highest standards. The Mandarin Oriental was built in the 19th century. And some of the most disreputable people I've ever met stay there - it only takes lots of money and a willingness to spread it around. And it's still regarded as one of the premier properties in the world.

[QUOTE=Nikyok]Hey again

Does any of these hotels are not GF? And do i have to pay joiner fee at one of these hotels? Anyone has experiences about them?

Royal president
President Park
Aspen Suites
Le Fenix
Citichic
Majestic Suites

Thanks,'

Ali[/QUOTE]

LeFenix is not GF. Majestic Suites, CitiChic, and President Park definitely ARE GF.

But, my fellow posters are right, in that you REALLY need to Read This Fine Forum (a.k.a. RTFF).

[QUOTE=Member #2041]LeFenix is not GF. [/QUOTE]

That's the one I have not stayed at... for obvious reasons ;)

[QUOTE=Member #2041]What's that got to do with anything? An older hotel can certainly be kept to the very highest standards. The Mandarin Oriental was built in the 19th century. And some of the most disreputable people I've ever met stay there - it only takes lots of money and a willingness to spread it around. And it's still regarded as one of the premier properties in the world.[/QUOTE]Ripped from Tripadvisor:

"The room assigned was average, old and dated. Furniture was old, and the carpets stained from long overuse.Next, the housekeeping standards are very sloppy, and for 2 nights, they forgot to come to turn down the bed! On one day, the housekeeping came very late in the late afternoon! This only after I reminded them twice!"

"The overall decor is quite tired - although it must have been an impressive place once."

"For around the same amount you'd be much better off at the Oriental, the Penninsula or the Shangri La."

And I agree that the JW is a wornout old hotel. But if I want to be close to the action Its an average choice but far from a good value.

The JW is always a holy cow to some...

Love Primo

[QUOTE=Member #2041]LeFenix is not GF. [/QUOTE]I have stayed at LeFenix and was not charged a joiner fee even though ID was left at reception. Perhaps I was lucky.

In any case there is a lift from the ground level that bypasses reception if you are concerned.

I thought it was a nice hotel, but perhaps a little too far from the skytrain.

Staying in the grand mercure Bangkok in sukhumvit soi 22.

Did not have any problems bringing a girl in. Nobody stopped me, nobody asked for id card etc.

Hotel is very nice. Big room, bath with connected window to the room. Location is ok.

The girl just left.

Thomas jefferson

Today they stopped me at the reception with the girl. Asked for her ID card and checked if I booked a single or doubleroom. Of course I booked double, so they said "thank you sir, good night".

I just asked the reception: if you book single they will charge extra fee (for double room).

So be smart, book double, which is in internet or by travel agent the same as single

Anyway I like this hotel, friendly clean, only I found the walls are not very soundproof. My neighbour did make some famliar noise (or better to say his girl.)

Thomas Jefferson

[QUOTE=Thomas Jefferson]Staying in the grand mercure Bangkok in sukhumvit soi 22.

Did not have any problems bringing a girl in. Nobody stopped me, nobody asked for id card etc.

Hotel is very nice. Big room, bath with connected window to the room. Location is ok.

The girl just left.

Thomas jefferson[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]Ripped from Tripadvisor:

"The room assigned was average, old and dated. Furniture was old, and the carpets stained from long overuse.Next, the housekeeping standards are very sloppy, and for 2 nights, they forgot to come to turn down the bed! On one day, the housekeeping came very late in the late afternoon! This only after I reminded them twice!"

"The overall decor is quite tired - although it must have been an impressive place once."

"For around the same amount you'd be much better off at the Oriental, the Penninsula or the Shangri La."

And I agree that the JW is a wornout old hotel. But if I want to be close to the action Its an average choice but far from a good value.

The JW is always a holy cow to some...

Love Primo[/QUOTE]

The fact that you found some stupid reviewers on Tripadvisor proves nothing. There are plenty of those dumb folks on that site. I've stayed at the Conrad. It's very slightly nicer than the JW Marriott, but significantly less conveniently located. And the service I got at the JW was even better than the excellent service I got at the Conrad.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]The fact that you found some stupid reviewers on Tripadvisor proves nothing. There are plenty of those dumb folks on that site. I've stayed at the Conrad. It's very slightly nicer than the JW Marriott, but significantly less conveniently located. And the service I got at the JW was even better than the excellent service I got at the Conrad.[/QUOTE]Conrad is ranked 8 on the list and JW Marriott 34!

The location is included in the rating.

Is that pointing in some direction?

You have a bitterness in this discussion Member #2041.

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]Conrad is ranked 8 on the list and JW Marriott 34[/QUOTE]
I can't speak for countries outside SE Asia, but in this part of the world Tripadvisor's rankings need to be taken with a grain of salt. Some seem so out of whack that you have to wonder if interested parties are rigging the results.

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]Conrad is ranked 8 on the list and JW Marriott 34!
...[/QUOTE]Wow, I just checked our ranking (Livingstone's Lodge): 75 from 398 hotels in Bangkok!

Not bad for a small hotel like ours.


Giotto

[QUOTE=Betong]I can't speak for countries outside SE Asia, but in this part of the world Tripadvisor's rankings need to be taken with a grain of salt. Some seem so out of whack that you have to wonder if interested parties are rigging the results.[/QUOTE]You are definetly right about this!

A big grain.

"The staff: this place is runned by two peculiar german guys. Professional and down to earth they handle everything with lots of care and you can sense that their hearts are in the place, the guests, and, very important, their Thai - staff. You can feel that the staff who works there, feels home and protected and they communicate a lot with the guests, making life better for them and yet they show their personality - you get to know eachother a little bit and that is real nice. Hey, a family feeling."

This one is from Livingstones.

[QUOTE=Giotto]Wow, I just checked our ranking (Livingstone's Lodge): 75 from 398 hotels in Bangkok!

Not bad for a small hotel like ours.


Giotto[/QUOTE]
Top ranked places tend to be expensive, e.g. Grand Millenium, Conrad, etc.
I would prefer to keep my left over cash for the girls instead of waste it on a pompous Hotel! :D
On the other hand we each tend to have a personal minimum acceptable standard that must be reached.
A good internet service is essential to me (preferrably free).
Good food is a definite plus.

I would like to see separate popularity list for different price brackets, or a value for money list.
Then I think that Livingstone's could easily more up the ranking for the 2k price bracket (inclusive of breakfast and internet and ++ charges)

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]Conrad is ranked 8 on the list and JW Marriott 34!

The location is included in the rating.

Is that pointing in some direction?

You have a bitterness in this discussion Member #2041.[/QUOTE]

When I stayed at the JW Marriott, it was ranked 7th on Tripadvisor, and the Conrad was ranked 9th. I know for a fact that the JW Marriott got a couple of lousy (1 out of 5) reviews from genuinely bitter reviewers, which dropped it out of the top 20 - I wouldn't be surprised if you were not one of those reviewers. That being said, you obviously missed where I stated that I thought that the Conrad was very slightly BETTER than the JW Marriott, except for the location. Still, as has been pointed out, there are nearly 400 Bangkok hotels in TripAdvisor, and pretty much all of the ones in the top 10% are excellent places. The fact is, for THIS board, the JW Marriott's location is a plus, but ma and pa tourist could well strongly DOWNGRADE the place because it's near NEP, and all of the 50 year-old guys with their 20 year old Tilaks in tow offended them - at least one of the JW's bad reviews specifically mentioned that issue.

My only gripe with the JW Marriott is that it now costs double what it did when I stayed there.

[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]
"The staff: this place is runned by two peculiar german guys. Professional and down to earth they handle everything with lots of care and you can sense that their hearts are in the place, the guests, and, very important, their Thai - staff. You can feel that the staff who works there, feels home and protected and they communicate a lot with the guests, making life better for them and yet they show their personality - you get to know eachother a little bit and that is real nice. Hey, a family feeling."

This one is from Livingstones.[/QUOTE]

At least this one was very obviously not written by T1234 :D.

[QUOTE=Terry Terrier]At least this one was very obviously not written by T1234 :D.[/QUOTE]

Mix up the travelers? TT or T1234 ????

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Mix up the travelers? TT or T1234 ????[/QUOTE]

They are both fellow Travelers.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]They are both fellow Travelers.[/QUOTE]

Yes... one likes the lodge the other is not a big fan...

[QUOTE=Giotto]Wow, I just checked our ranking (Livingstone's Lodge): 75 from 398 hotels in Bangkok!
Giotto[/QUOTE]

Must be all those 'ISG assholes' who are so neo-con & evangelical about your place ;)

[QUOTE=Terry Terrier]At least this one was very obviously not written by T1234 :D.[/QUOTE]Terry Terrier,

LOL ... good one.

No, obviously not. I think I know who wrote this report on tripadvisor.

The feedback from tripadvisor is not only positive. Single travelling women and couples sometimes complain about the bar... :).

One cannot do it right for everybody. But position 75 from 398 hotels without being connected to a major hotel group.


Giotto

PS: If somebody needs any details: [URL]http://www.livingstones.co.th[/URL]

[QUOTE=Tansak KTV]Mix up the travelers? TT or T1234 ????[/QUOTE]
Can you believe it, in my VERY early days on the forum I got mixed up between The Traveler and Traveler1234, very stupidly. After a couple of uncharcteristic aggressive posts from T1234 I thought he was a friend of the Traveler. How very wrong!

When I started to compile some links to Soapy reviews I found that T1234 has some very good posts and his unfriendly posts were less frequent than my own.
We all get pissed off by dickheads and have to consider putting someone on our "ignore lists" from time to time.
Then I met T1234 at the lodge and I realised he was the most friendly high class guys around. I look forward to our next catch up.

Now the other "The Traveler" is just a ... ....
Expletives best deleted.

Now as for Tansak KTV, I thought he would be Asian until I actually met him LOL :D. I thought the KTV bit referred to Karaoke TV clubs. Wrong again! Another superbly friendly guy. I look forward to meeting him again soon.

Actually many great ISGers met at the LL.
Giotto, Nic Frenchy, Piper1, Sonic Bam, Rev Colin, PosterLion, Canyon, Flyhere, Duniawala, Stiffoak, and many others (sorry some handles escape me for a moment). Not enough spare time to get to know them all as well as would like. Still waiting to meet the wild one 1Ball. Has to happen sooner or later.

[QUOTE=Member #2041]When I stayed at the JW Marriott, it was ranked 7th on Tripadvisor, and the Conrad was ranked 9th. I know for a fact that the JW Marriott got a couple of lousy (1 out of 5) reviews from genuinely bitter reviewers, which dropped it out of the top 20 - I wouldn't be surprised if you were not one of those reviewers. That being said, you obviously missed where I stated that I thought that the Conrad was very slightly BETTER than the JW Marriott, except for the location. Still, as has been pointed out, there are nearly 400 Bangkok hotels in TripAdvisor, and pretty much all of the ones in the top 10% are excellent places. The fact is, for THIS board, the JW Marriott's location is a plus, but ma and pa tourist could well strongly DOWNGRADE the place because it's near NEP, and all of the 50 year-old guys with their 20 year old Tilaks in tow offended them - at least one of the JW's bad reviews specifically mentioned that issue.

My only gripe with the JW Marriott is that it now costs double what it did when I stayed there.[/QUOTE]Dear Member #2041

First thing that struck me is that you are so familiar with the TA and all the moms and dads and there opinions and rankings.

When I refer from it its stupid.

For this particular guy, money was obviously not a problem. You should know that there is not hard to get a cab near NEP and to take a few minutes ride to Conrad. Which is a slihgtly better hotel in your own opinion.

If location is the big issue then NANA hotel would be a better option with a few meters to NEP or the nearer p-lot.

For THIS board ?

The fact is that in THIS THREAD we are discussing BKK hotels and they dont necessary need to have a brothel down the basement. Nor beeing in the middle of some fucking area. So please do not try to make up the rules to this thread.

And one more thing Member #2041, I do not write any reviews on the TA, so that one didn`t get you anywhere.

Yours Primo

PS: Congratulation Giotto not bad, not bad at all.

I haven't seen a recent report on that hotel, so I will take the risk to repeat some previous comments as it might be useful for newbies. I will highlight features in all objectivity.

Definitive Pluses:

1) You can bring as many guests as you wish (threesomes are encouraged, as long as you are not screaming too hard), and entrance is very discreet.

2) Internet is free and well functioning, including next to the pool.

3) You can sit next to the pool, in the shadow, there are power plugs to connect your PC.

4) Pool is warmed up by the sun - unlike the pools of high rise buildings which are always in the shadow and therefore too cold to have a pleasant swim, floating on a buyo and sipping your beer. Also no children are splashing around.

5) There is a good in-house stable with quality girls. Management will not push for you to use it.

6) Mister Giotto is there to recommend you a few good alternative mongering places.

7) Rooms with double jacuzzi - not many hotels feature that.

8) Very high quality beds.

9) Very helpful and friendly staff, perfect cleaning of mess left in room (but I still politely remove the used condoms from the floor and hide the vibrating toys out of direct sight for not shocking the maids).

10) Restaurant serving quality food in a romantic setting around the pool, where you can sit and smoke a good cigar.

11) It is small, so if you forget something in your room you don't have to spend 5 minutes walking and waiting for a lift.

12) Breakfast is included and served until the afternoon around the pool. It is simple (no big buffet), but decent scrambled eggs.

Now - some factors to take into consideration to put Livingstones on the hard competitive map of restaurants and hotels in Bangkok.

9) Not too cheap. I personally find the value for money very good, but it is not suitable for all budgets.

10) Swimming pool is lacking beach chairs with plush towels for sun tanning.

11) Rooms furniture is a bit spartan, and no much closet space.

12) No remote control for airco.

13) It is not the hipping, flashy design, be the lobby, room furniture, glassware, seats... it has a bit of rusticity, but is all good to me.

Hoping this helps - I personally spend 300 nights per year in hotels, and I still come back to this one for some good reasons.

Cheers - SWS

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]
Now the other "The Traveler" is just a ... ....
[/QUOTE]
A perfect description Mick. If you had the pleasure of meeting this... ...., your expletitives would have taken longer to delete. He pretty much got tared and feathered about 6 to 8 months ago, hence his extremely low profile since then.
[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Still waiting to meet the wild one 1Ball. Has to happen sooner or later.[/QUOTE]
Reports of my death have been greatly exagerated, Mick.
I will be there october 9, (GF in tow) and if you are too, I look forward to buying a beer to the undisputed king of MPs.

[QUOTE=1Ball]A perfect description Mick. If you had the pleasure of meeting this... ...., your expletitives would have taken longer to delete. He pretty much got tared and feathered about 6 to 8 months ago, hence his extremely low profile since then.

Reports of my death have been greatly exagerated, Mick.
I will be there october 9, (GF in tow) and if you are too, I look forward to buying a beer to the undisputed king of MPs.[/QUOTE]
Unfortunately will miss you. I will be out of there 29 Sep.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]
Actually many great ISGers met at the LL.
Giotto, Nic Frenchy, Piper1, Sonic Bam, Rev Colin, PosterLion, Canyon, Flyhere, Duniawala, Stiffoak, and many others (sorry some handles escape me for a moment). Not enough spare time to get to know them all as well as would like. Still waiting to meet the wild one 1Ball. Has to happen sooner or later.[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the supportive post Mick.

Unfortunately some on the board consider the above group a bunch of unbashful evangelical over-the-top supporters of Giotto and LL.....so we should keep to Giotto's thread. Kinda of surprised I was even brought here on this thread - I've been good and haven't said much here for quite some time :D

I'm sure TT (and I don't mean The Traveler) will no doubt come up for air and throw something my way ;)

Ironically, I've never actually used tripadvisor....

Hope to catch up with everyone later this year.

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]...
Unfortunately some on the board consider the above group a bunch of unbashful evangelical over-the-top supporters of Giotto and LL.....so we should keep to Giotto's thread.
...
[/QUOTE]Mr. Marketing Director,

Good idea - we should definitely do that!


Giotto

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Now as for Tansak KTV, I thought he would be Asian until I actually met him LOL :D. I thought the KTV bit referred to Karaoke TV clubs. Wrong again! Another superbly friendly guy. I look forward to meeting him again soon.[/QUOTE]

KTV are initials of one of my work, and when my chinese supplier asked how I wanted the cases marked and I told them KTV... she thought I was one horny bastard always wanting a *****.... (which is kind of true) this was many many years ago before my first mongering trip to china. Since explaining why I wnted KTV marked on my boxes to my female supplier in china, I've always loved keeping the moniker... ;)

Of course I have bedded the female supplier and she's still my #1 asian supplier (for work :) )

Be in Manila and LOS next week.

[QUOTE=Mick Licker]After a couple of uncharcteristic aggressive posts from T1234 I thought he was a friend of the Traveler.[/QUOTE]

He was, but his LL friends didn't approve.

[QUOTE=Terry Terrier]He was, but his LL friends didn't approve.[/QUOTE]Terry Terrier,

Has this something to do with Livingstone's Lodge? And do you really think a grown-up man like T1234 changes his mind about a person he knows because of some people he met for some hours of his life at Livingstone's Lodge?

Is all this somehow a personal problem of yours? Lonely? Missing your friend TT? If not - why do you warm it up?

And why do you, who complained sometimes about this group of friends of Livingstone's who disturb the Thailand threads (I think you used some harsher words) do everything with your obvious tendentious posts that we stick even more together and support our friends? Isn't that quite normal?

Can you please explain to me the logic behind your posts?



Giotto

[QUOTE=Giotto]Terry Terrier,

Is all this somehow a personal problem of yours? If not - why do you warm it up?

Can you please explain to me the logic behind your posts?

Giotto[/QUOTE]

Mr. Chairman:

LOL, it didn't take long for this old lout to pop up again. Anyone that knows 'the Board members', knows the history of the other TT....enough said on this distasteful subject ;)

May I respectfully suggest that you follow my lead and put this "other TT" on your ignore list. Better to leave him in the sewer - where we can smell him but not have to see or hear him unless he comes up for air.

On a different note, not sure where this should be posted but this is as good as any place to start and maybe someone can find a more appropriate thread. Reading today's Sunday NY Times and there was an article (several have been written re this in the past) about the behavior of one particular country's behavior. Not a knock by me on the Brits, please do not take this as a flame on them.....

What I found quite hilarious was the inclusion that some of the women visitors from this country had started a prostitution ring - can you image this same group in LOS?

Here's the link to the article:
[url]http://www.nytimes.com/2008/08/24/world/europe/24crete.html?ei=5070&emc=eta1[/url]

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]...
May I respectfully suggest that you follow my lead and put this "other TT" on your ignore list. Better to leave him in the sewer - where we can smell him but not have to see or hear him unless he comes up for air.
...
[/QUOTE]Mr. Marketing Director,

I admit - I don't have your experience with this "ignore list" thing, and I am watching since some time that you are the target of humerous criticism when you somehow reply to a post of somebody who is on your "ignore list" ...

Now - all this is not really a problem, because we all should take it easy, and this forum is just for fun - so I decided not to get involved into this complicated issue "ignore list" and remain stupid using only the basic functions of this website :) ...

On the other hand - without the "ignore list" I can read EVERYTHING written in this forum, react emotional, create some flame wars, being the personified bad guy etc. etc. - but then, the next morning, I am sitting close to the pool, it is warm, blue sky, sunshine, having my breakfast ... life is not that bad :) !


Giotto

[QUOTE=Giotto]Mr. Marketing Director,

I admit - I don't have your experience with this "ignore list" thing, and I am watching since some time that you are the target of humerous criticism when you somehow reply to a post of somebody who is on your "ignore list" ...

Giotto[/QUOTE]

I don't and can't read posts on my ignore list, but when someone answers that person, it does show up on the thread in that little 'quote' box....for instance, if you hadn't responded to TT, I wouldn't have even know he was talking about me :D

But you words of wisdom and advice is always respected and appreciated.

Back to reading my Sunday NY Times and may I suggest you log out and take care of Mrs. G ;)

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]... may I suggest you log out and take care of Mrs. G ;)[/QUOTE]Oh My God,

I obviously forgot something ... YIKES :):):)

Out and taking care ...


Giotto

OK,

This is the Bangkok Hotel Thread.

If somebody needs a hotel in Bangkok:

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

This is a reasonable hotel, not too good, not too bad. [b]My hotel![/b]

There are many other hotels in Bangkok. You find reports about them in the reports a bit below - page 2, 3, 4, 5, ...


Giotto

[QUOTE=Traveler1234]I don't and can't read posts on my ignore list, but when someone answers that person, it does show up on the thread in that little 'quote' box....for instance, if you hadn't responded to TT, I wouldn't have even know he was talking about me :D

[/QUOTE]
"Liar, liar, pants on fire!" :D
[QUOTE=Giotto].....but then, the next morning, I am sitting close to the pool, it is warm, blue sky, sunshine, having my breakfast ... life is not that bad[/QUOTE]
That's the spirit. :)

[QUOTE=Terry Terrier]

Btw, I met The Traveler once (the same number of times as T1234?), and took a slight personal dislike to him as opposed to the impression I got of the other three guys who I met on the same occasion: [/QUOTE]
Terry, (don't want call you TT, it shivers me timbers) the other person was the much too often missed FIREDICK, who lives a lovely life in the burbs in the USA with his even more lovely TGF. He says hello.
PS. I am exactly how I come accross in the forum ? Yikes.......;)

You boys are in the wrong thread, move it to:

[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?t=2586[/url]

[QUOTE=Terry Terrier]Run, you're nearly right. It would be better if there was a Thailand Hotel Owners And Their Fanboys Spam thread. Oops, there is one: Giotto's Lodge. Why the hell are they incapable of confining themselves to it? (Stupid question. "FREE ADVERTISING".)[/QUOTE]TT,

Thanks for your advice, just address your problem to Jackson. Be strong!

In the meantime, for everybody who is looking for the Giotto's Lodge thread, here it is:

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

The "Giotto's Lodge in Bangkok" thread contains a lot of chit-chat from people who came here to the Lodge - and who like to keep contact somehow.

There is another thread where I write my stories: "Giotto's stories". I try to contribute a bit to this forum. There are stories about my experiences building up a business here in Thailand. 39 stories up to now.

Finally the website of our hotel:

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

But please - don't book it, there are so many other hotels in Bangkok! Contact Terry Terrier for advice!

Terry Terrier: Enough now, please contribute something useful to this forum, don't you think that would be a good idea?


Giotto

[QUOTE=SexWithSmile]I haven't seen a recent report on that hotel, so I will take the risk to repeat some previous comments as it might be useful for newbies. I will highlight features in all objectivity.

Definitive Pluses:

1) You can bring as many guests as you wish (threesomes are encouraged, as long as you are not screaming too hard), and entrance is very discreet.

2) Internet is free and well functioning, including next to the pool.

3) You can sit next to the pool, in the shadow, there are power plugs to connect your PC.

4) Pool is warmed up by the sun - unlike the pools of high rise buildings which are always in the shadow and therefore too cold to have a pleasant swim, floating on a buyo and sipping your beer. Also no children are splashing around.

5) There is a good in-house stable with quality girls. Management will not push for you to use it.

6) Mister Giotto is there to recommend you a few good alternative mongering places.

7) Rooms with double jacuzzi - not many hotels feature that.

8) Very high quality beds.

9) Very helpful and friendly staff, perfect cleaning of mess left in room (but I still politely remove the used condoms from the floor and hide the vibrating toys out of direct sight for not shocking the maids).

10) Restaurant serving quality food in a romantic setting around the pool, where you can sit and smoke a good cigar.

11) It is small, so if you forget something in your room you don't have to spend 5 minutes walking and waiting for a lift.

12) Breakfast is included and served until the afternoon around the pool. It is simple (no big buffet), but decent scrambled eggs.

Now - some factors to take into consideration to put Livingstones on the hard competitive map of restaurants and hotels in Bangkok.

9) Not too cheap. I personally find the value for money very good, but it is not suitable for all budgets.

10) Swimming pool is lacking beach chairs with plush towels for sun tanning.

11) Rooms furniture is a bit spartan, and no much closet space.

12) No remote control for airco.

13) It is not the hipping, flashy design, be the lobby, room furniture, glassware, seats... it has a bit of rusticity, but is all good to me.

Hoping this helps - I personally spend 300 nights per year in hotels, and I still come back to this one for some good reasons.

Cheers - SWS[/QUOTE]SexWithSmile,

You report was hidden below a stack of useless posts...

One note reg. issue no. 12) No remotes for A/C

The 18 rooms in the main building have remotes for A/C. When we built the rooms in the new building we remembered that many remotes had already disappeared (only God know who need those remotes), and instead of remotes we fixed temperature controls at the wall.

If you urgently need a remote for the A/C - no problem, just move to a room in the main building :) ...


Giotto

[QUOTE=1Ball]children, all of you, go to bed with no milk and cookies[/QUOTE]

Mr. VP:

I go off to play 9 holes (golf that is ;) ) and return this morning to find not only did Mr. G fail to take care of the Mrs. but gets spanked by you for being a bad boy .... my my my, this new TT has done a great job of taking over for the old TT!

Without trying to be at all controversial ....

LL can be a great place to meet up with other ISGers, if they are your type.
I'm not sure which Hotels are best to avoid ISGers, but I have been trying a few when with GF. Recent ones I have preferred are Grand President, and S15.

Many others are too close to mongering areas, Internet too expensive, or inconveniently located. Sometimes I want to be relatively safe from bumping into the wrong BG at the wrong time.

Bangkok is too small. Could easily bump into the wrong person at MBK or Panthip Plaza.

Thats why I really feel safer mongering at Soapies and Oilies and if they are in another district like Ratchada or Rama 9 even safer.

Just back from 6 days in a village somewhere between Turkey and Iran with Wildcat and Wildkitten visiting family, and the only internet access was hours drive away, so I had to live a real life for a while. :( Good to be back and catching up on my ISG reading. :)

I have a trip coming up soon to Australia, and I was determined to have Singapore LAYovers because of the great times I had there with Indian and Sri Lankan girls recently, but what the heck, Terry reminded me of the good times at Livingstones Lodge, so I think it's time I made some trouble there again.

[QUOTE=Terry Terrier]No thanks. Buddy lists are a little bit too gay for me (and I wouldn't trust you to keep me on it, anyway ;)). Btw, how are the "stallions" at the Lodge doing? Do you share a room with them, as well?
...
[/QUOTE]Yawn...


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

PS: The number of hits on our website have doubled within the last 3 days. Thanks, man, good job!

[QUOTE=Giotto]Yawn...


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

PS: The number of hits on our website have doubled within the last 3 days. Thanks, man, good job![/QUOTE]
On a serious note, the website is loading quite quickly by Thai website standards now, compared to before. But the photos are still painfully slow to load. Have you considered hosting the site abroad? Those pages would load in two or three seconds on broadband from a European/North American server.

All comments appreciated, but this is the "Bangkok Hotels" thread. I think we should move all the further discussion of the issues to the related threads of Giotto's Forum.

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


Giotto

After much reading from this forum, I finally decided to book "Majestic Grande Hotel" for my friend's "end of bachelorhood" party in Bangkok as this hotel seems to be girl-friendly and located close to the actions.

To make the trip more complete, could fellow brothers in this forum recommend me some soapies, oil massage, and "go-go" bars nearby the said hotel. We have 4D/3N to experience a great sex-adventure in Bangkok.

Thanks in advance.

Cheers
normad2020

[QUOTE=Normad2020]After much reading from this forum, I finally decided to book "Majestic Grande Hotel" for my friend's "end of bachelorhood" party in Bangkok as this hotel seems to be girl-friendly and located close to the actions.

To make the trip more complete, could fellow brothers in this forum recommend me some soapies, oil massage, and "go-go" bars nearby the said hotel. ...[/QUOTE]
Your Hotel is right next to "Annies" and the Map shows lots of other things nearby.
[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&gl=au&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044836624e9b986acc9&ll=13.746305,100.555758&spn=0.029347,0.038495&z=15[/url]

[QUOTE=Giotto]All comments appreciated, but this is the "Bangkok Hotels" thread. I think we should move all the further discussion of the issues to the related threads of Giotto's Forum.

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


Giotto[/QUOTE][blue]I concur!

Thanks,

Jackson[/blue]

Sri Mike, thanks for the feedback. The legendary "Annies" is the hotel's neighbour....what else can you asked for...hahahaha. I am now positive that this is the hotel for us. Bangkok here we come.....

Cheers
normad2020


[QUOTE=Mick Licker]Your Hotel is right next to "Annies" and the Map shows lots of other things nearby.
[url]http://maps.google.com.au/maps/ms?hl=en&gl=au&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=112522687346612693021.00044836624e9b986acc9&ll=13.746305,100.555758&spn=0.029347,0.038495&z=15[/url][/QUOTE]

I know that Giotto has his own forum, but this thread is about hotels in Bangkok, and as such, this traveller feels that Livingstones more than deserves a mention here in the Bangkok hotel thread.

As a new guest of Livingstones, albeit having visited a couple of times before making my first booking, i have to be honest and say that there are in reality few better places to stay in Bangkok where value for money is one of the main criteria.

Is it the cheapest in town, then the answer is no, although it is not that expensive, but the atmosphere and convivial hospitality as well as pleasant but personal surroundings is a welcome retreat after a hard days work.

Staying at LL means that if required there is no need to wander out of the hotel for anything, the food is good, and a very pleasant evening can be had in the Sports Lounge even without the pressure or need to remove one of the excellent choice of ladies to make the night pass by in even better style.

Giotto and his good lady as well as Guido provide some of the best personal service and attention that this traveller of many a year has experienced anywhere in the world. Whilst personality and ability to get on has something to do with this, they exude an attitude that is in all reality hard to find anywhere else.

The choice and breadth of food available would shame a good number of the more well known hotels around the world, with all of them being done to a high standard, having Guido as a qualified chef to help oversee does have it benefits.

The girls in the Sports Lounge can i expect be more than a handful to look after, but that also adds to the fun of staying here. There has also been a recent influx of new girls coming to work in the Sports Lounge which has added an element of not only youthfulness but also laughter, frivolity and good times when visiting the Sports Lounge.

This is one visitor that will be returning to Bangkok and to Livingstone's for several visits due to current work requirements, and will be taking further visits to one of the new ladies recently joining the Sports Lounge.

I can heartily recommend this establishment to any visitor to Bangkok. It is conveniently located for most things, at worst being a short taxi ride away, whilst also having a certain element of quietness if required.

[QUOTE=Taipei Traveller]I know that Giotto has his own forum, but this thread is about hotels in Bangkok, and as such, this traveller feels that Livingstones more than deserves a mention here in the Bangkok hotel thread.

As a new guest of Livingstones, albeit having visited a couple of times before making my first booking, i have to be honest and say that there are in reality few better places to stay in Bangkok where value for money is one of the main criteria.

Is it the cheapest in town, then the answer is no, although it is not that expensive, but the atmosphere and convivial hospitality as well as pleasant but personal surroundings is a welcome retreat after a hard days work.

Staying at LL means that if required there is no need to wander out of the hotel for anything, the food is good, and a very pleasant evening can be had in the Sports Lounge even without the pressure or need to remove one of the excellent choice of ladies to make the night pass by in even better style.

Giotto and his good lady as well as Guido provide some of the best personal service and attention that this traveller of many a year has experienced anywhere in the world. Whilst personality and ability to get on has something to do with this, they exude an attitude that is in all reality hard to find anywhere else.

The choice and breadth of food available would shame a good number of the more well known hotels around the world, with all of them being done to a high standard, having Guido as a qualified chef to help oversee does have it benefits.

The girls in the Sports Lounge can i expect be more than a handful to look after, but that also adds to the fun of staying here. There has also been a recent influx of new girls coming to work in the Sports Lounge which has added an element of not only youthfulness but also laughter, frivolity and good times when visiting the Sports Lounge.

This is one visitor that will be returning to Bangkok and to Livingstone's for several visits due to current work requirements, and will be taking further visits to one of the new ladies recently joining the Sports Lounge.

I can heartily recommend this establishment to any visitor to Bangkok. It is conveniently located for most things, at worst being a short taxi ride away, whilst also having a certain element of quietness if required.[/QUOTE]
Beautifully written.