Marriott-family hotels in Bangkok, Thailand, pre-2014
Jun 1, 2011, 8:16 am
#751
Join Date: May 2010
Posts: 263
Just to echo the sentiments of others - great lounge. Too easy to fill up in the evening on the food in the lounge and miss sampling the good food available in restaurants/stalls in the vicinity.
Jun 1, 2011, 9:10 am
#752
Join Date: May 2003
Location: At This Point, Only G*d Knows!
Posts: 3,467
The J.W. Marriott in BKK is truly a spectacular hotel and the lounge is one of the best in the Marriott system.
With regards to hospitals in BKK, my Mother (who is a physician) raved about Bumrungrad hospital stating that it ran better than the hospital she is on staff in the states.
She waited less than 90 minutes to be seen by a physician and when the treating physician discovered that she was a physician herself, he apparently was so proud of his hospital that after treating my mother (stitching up her hand) he took her on a tour.
While I do agree that most U.S. hotels are nowhere near as attentive as those overseas (especially ASIA) there are a few exceptions.
The Memphis Marriott downtown has a lounge attendant who really looks after her guests, ensuring that they are well taken care of. She remembers my favorite lounge dishes and order them when knows that I am coming into town.
Another example is the San Mateo Marriott which really has a well run lounge with very attentive employees who do look after their guests.
Dan
With regards to hospitals in BKK, my Mother (who is a physician) raved about Bumrungrad hospital stating that it ran better than the hospital she is on staff in the states.
She waited less than 90 minutes to be seen by a physician and when the treating physician discovered that she was a physician herself, he apparently was so proud of his hospital that after treating my mother (stitching up her hand) he took her on a tour.
While I do agree that most U.S. hotels are nowhere near as attentive as those overseas (especially ASIA) there are a few exceptions.
The Memphis Marriott downtown has a lounge attendant who really looks after her guests, ensuring that they are well taken care of. She remembers my favorite lounge dishes and order them when knows that I am coming into town.
Another example is the San Mateo Marriott which really has a well run lounge with very attentive employees who do look after their guests.
Dan
Jun 1, 2011, 7:58 pm
#753
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: ATL - DL DM/3MM - HH Lifetime Diamond - Marriott Lifetime Plat
Posts: 3,117
JW Marriott BKK vs Conrad BKK
I've got my first trip to Bangkok at the end of the year.
I've been reading threads on the Marriott forum and Hilton forum to decide between the Conrad and the JW, both of which are available for about the same $$ during my stay.
I had a PM from another FT member who had some observations about the 2 properties.
So my question is for those who have stayed at both. How do they compare with regard to location, room type and exec lounge.
I'm Diamond with Hilton and Gold with Marriott.
I'm posting on both forums, so please don't flame for the duplicate posts
I've been reading threads on the Marriott forum and Hilton forum to decide between the Conrad and the JW, both of which are available for about the same $$ during my stay.
I had a PM from another FT member who had some observations about the 2 properties.
So my question is for those who have stayed at both. How do they compare with regard to location, room type and exec lounge.
I'm Diamond with Hilton and Gold with Marriott.
I'm posting on both forums, so please don't flame for the duplicate posts
Jun 1, 2011, 8:11 pm
#754
Suspended
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Thailand
Programs: Marriott - P; HH - G; Hyatt - P; Avis - LT First
Posts: 5,023
I'd stay at the JW as it's got a great exec lounge, pool area, near to SkyTrain, many restaurants, nightlife, shopping while Conrad is near US Embassy but thats about it!
I've got my first trip to Bangkok at the end of the year.
I've been reading threads on the Marriott forum and Hilton forum to decide between the Conrad and the JW, both of which are available for about the same $$ during my stay.
I had a PM from another FT member who had some observations about the 2 properties.
So my question is for those who have stayed at both. How do they compare with regard to location, room type and exec lounge.
I'm Diamond with Hilton and Gold with Marriott.
I'm posting on both forums, so please don't flame for the duplicate posts
I've been reading threads on the Marriott forum and Hilton forum to decide between the Conrad and the JW, both of which are available for about the same $$ during my stay.
I had a PM from another FT member who had some observations about the 2 properties.
So my question is for those who have stayed at both. How do they compare with regard to location, room type and exec lounge.
I'm Diamond with Hilton and Gold with Marriott.
I'm posting on both forums, so please don't flame for the duplicate posts
Jun 8, 2011, 10:34 pm
#755
Company Representative - Conrad Bangkok
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 4
Hi Tomphot,
Thank you for considering Conrad Bangkok in your travels through Thailand!
As a Diamond HHonors member, you will be given My Way choices upon check-in:
1. Free High Speed Internet Access (50 Mbps) throughout your stay
2. Choice between room upgrade or 1000 Bonus Points.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions regarding this and I look forward to seeing you here at Conrad Bangkok.
Pittrapim Arora
Marketing Manager eCommerce
+662 690 9999
[email protected]
Thank you for considering Conrad Bangkok in your travels through Thailand!
As a Diamond HHonors member, you will be given My Way choices upon check-in:
1. Free High Speed Internet Access (50 Mbps) throughout your stay
2. Choice between room upgrade or 1000 Bonus Points.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions regarding this and I look forward to seeing you here at Conrad Bangkok.
Pittrapim Arora
Marketing Manager eCommerce
+662 690 9999
[email protected]
Jun 9, 2011, 1:50 am
#756
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: London
Programs: MUCCI; BAEC Lifetime Gold; Marriott Bonvoy Emeritus Titanium; Hertz#1, Avis President’s Club
Posts: 3,214
Hi Tomphot,
Thank you for considering Conrad Bangkok in your travels through Thailand!
As a Diamond HHonors member, you will be given My Way choices upon check-in:
1. Free High Speed Internet Access (50 Mbps) throughout your stay
2. Choice between room upgrade or 1000 Bonus Points.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions regarding this and I look forward to seeing you here at Conrad Bangkok.
Pittrapim Arora
Marketing Manager eCommerce
+662 690 9999
[email protected]
Thank you for considering Conrad Bangkok in your travels through Thailand!
As a Diamond HHonors member, you will be given My Way choices upon check-in:
1. Free High Speed Internet Access (50 Mbps) throughout your stay
2. Choice between room upgrade or 1000 Bonus Points.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions regarding this and I look forward to seeing you here at Conrad Bangkok.
Pittrapim Arora
Marketing Manager eCommerce
+662 690 9999
[email protected]
Jun 9, 2011, 5:10 am
#757
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Cockeysville, MD
Programs: Marriott Rewards Lifetime Titanium, Amex Plat, Hertz Gold 5*, National Exec, AA Plat
Posts: 9,467
JW.....all of the way. Its an experience not to be missed!
Jun 9, 2011, 10:14 am
#758
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Philly, PA
Programs: Avis First, Hertz Gold, Marriott Platinum, US Airways Platinum, AA Platinum, UA Silver, Hilton Diamo
Posts: 206
Was at the JW two years ago in BKK - amazing. The lounge is great and at the time there was a daily happy hour w/ beer (singha, chang) and wine. Pool, gym et all was top notch.
Right across the street from the elevated train and there is a indoor bridge across the street connecting you to the mall. We loved it.
Right across the street from the elevated train and there is a indoor bridge across the street connecting you to the mall. We loved it.
Jun 9, 2011, 10:25 am
#759
Community Director Emerita
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: Anywhere warm
Posts: 33,747
I've stayed at both and am top tier in both programs. You won't go wrong with either. They are both good hotels with excellent executive lounges. They are just a few blocks apart, with the Marriott being closer to the SkyTrain.
I have a mild preference for the Conrad. It is a more elegant hotel. I like it that it is attached to a mini shopping center. You can stay in air conditioning to walk into it. There are a couple places for foot reflexology, as well as a range of other shops.
I have a mild preference for the Conrad. It is a more elegant hotel. I like it that it is attached to a mini shopping center. You can stay in air conditioning to walk into it. There are a couple places for foot reflexology, as well as a range of other shops.
Jun 9, 2011, 12:28 pm
#760
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: N Charleston South Carolina
Programs: UA PM (by 2MM), DL GM (by 3.5MM), Marriott Lifetime Plat
Posts: 1,655
I've stayed at both and am top tier in both programs. You won't go wrong with either. They are both good hotels with excellent executive lounges. They are just a few blocks apart, with the Marriott being closer to the SkyTrain.
I have a mild preference for the Conrad. It is a more elegant hotel. I like it that it is attached to a mini shopping center. You can stay in air conditioning to walk into it. There are a couple places for foot reflexology, as well as a range of other shops.
I have a mild preference for the Conrad. It is a more elegant hotel. I like it that it is attached to a mini shopping center. You can stay in air conditioning to walk into it. There are a couple places for foot reflexology, as well as a range of other shops.
Anyone staying there, and interested in that kind of service, should look him up! Next time I'm there, I'm probably going over there to work out with him.
Billy
Jun 10, 2011, 6:35 am
#761
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Europe/SEA
Programs: TK E+, Bonvoy LT Plat, Hilton Diamond, IHG Platinum, Dusit Gold
Posts: 1,714
I love this property. I will be going back next week maybe for the last time....
very sad. The lounge was superb.
The rooms need some updates though.
very sad. The lounge was superb.
The rooms need some updates though.
Jun 10, 2011, 6:56 am
#762
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Programs: MR Gold, LH FTL (*S), Hyatt Plat, HH Gold, Sixt Plat
Posts: 440
Anantara is however a well-established and rather high-end hotel chain in Thailand. They also took over the former Radisson Sathorn (Narathiwat).
Jun 10, 2011, 7:15 am
#763
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Sydney, Australia
Programs: VA Platinum, QF Lifetime silver (ex plat :(), Accor Gold, IHG Ambassador, PC Platinum, Starwood Gold
Posts: 809
i love it here too and was in touch with the manager a while ago (who has always been very helpful) - he said he is staying on, so I think other than points it could end up being a good thing. we will be there next month for a few nights
Jun 10, 2011, 7:52 am
#764
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: USA
Programs: Marriott Gold, Marriott Vacation Club
Posts: 111
There is just so much to eat at this lounge. Great stay.
Jun 16, 2011, 1:57 pm
#765
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Europe/SEA
Programs: TK E+, Bonvoy LT Plat, Hilton Diamond, IHG Platinum, Dusit Gold
Posts: 1,714
Had a great stay again. Love the lounge and the style of the Hotel.
Another guest told me the rooftop bar is now open but didnt check it.
Check-In/Check-Out could be more efficient though.
Another guest told me the rooftop bar is now open but didnt check it.
Check-In/Check-Out could be more efficient though.