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For a discussion around all the Marriott Bonvoy hotels visit the Marriott Bonvoy hotels in Bangkok, Thailand thread.
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SPG and Marriott BKK property map
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SPG and Marriott BKK property map
Bangkok: Which SPG hotel should I choose? [Master Thread]
Feb 8, 2009, 3:40 am
#46
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Just finishing up another nice stay at the SGS. Didn't get upgraded this time, which is unusual. The desk clerk said that they have 10 floors shut down, thus many less suites available. They said that due to slow business they are taking the time to upgrade the "plumbing"
Was looking at rates for next weekend, trying to decide where to stay. The SGS seems like it might be the winner (was comparing to the Grande Hyatt which is considerably more).....
Was looking at rates for next weekend, trying to decide where to stay. The SGS seems like it might be the winner (was comparing to the Grande Hyatt which is considerably more).....
Feb 8, 2009, 2:09 pm
#48
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Well after following this thread for some time, we have juggled our travel plans around for April. We were due to be in Bangkok for 3 nights at the end of a 2 week vacation and were planning on spending all 3 nights at the ROS as Mrs RAPC would like to do at least one night by the river.
Just checked rates again today and the SGS is doing 3 for 2 in April still. As a result, we've switched to one night at the ROS, followed by 3 at the SGS. 6000THB per night, so a very nice rate of 4,000 per night with the free night.
After all of the glowing reviews of the SGS on here, we thought it wise to pay the hotel a visit. Even if we don't get a decent upgrade, the platinum benefits should more than make up for it.
Thanks for all of the feedback on this thread. It has been really useful. ^
Just checked rates again today and the SGS is doing 3 for 2 in April still. As a result, we've switched to one night at the ROS, followed by 3 at the SGS. 6000THB per night, so a very nice rate of 4,000 per night with the free night.
After all of the glowing reviews of the SGS on here, we thought it wise to pay the hotel a visit. Even if we don't get a decent upgrade, the platinum benefits should more than make up for it.
Thanks for all of the feedback on this thread. It has been really useful. ^
Feb 27, 2009, 12:11 am
#49
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Well after following this thread for some time, we have juggled our travel plans around for April. We were due to be in Bangkok for 3 nights at the end of a 2 week vacation and were planning on spending all 3 nights at the ROS as Mrs RAPC would like to do at least one night by the river.
Just checked rates again today and the SGS is doing 3 for 2 in April still. As a result, we've switched to one night at the ROS, followed by 3 at the SGS. 6000THB per night, so a very nice rate of 4,000 per night with the free night.
After all of the glowing reviews of the SGS on here, we thought it wise to pay the hotel a visit. Even if we don't get a decent upgrade, the platinum benefits should more than make up for it.
Thanks for all of the feedback on this thread. It has been really useful. ^
Just checked rates again today and the SGS is doing 3 for 2 in April still. As a result, we've switched to one night at the ROS, followed by 3 at the SGS. 6000THB per night, so a very nice rate of 4,000 per night with the free night.
After all of the glowing reviews of the SGS on here, we thought it wise to pay the hotel a visit. Even if we don't get a decent upgrade, the platinum benefits should more than make up for it.
Thanks for all of the feedback on this thread. It has been really useful. ^
Feb 27, 2009, 12:23 am
#50
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Feb 27, 2009, 10:32 pm
#51
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I just feel the WGS is a bit behind in the way they are doing things. For example, this stay I was "upgraded to the executive floor' but that does not mean you get all executive floor benefits. I you purchase an executive floor room you are given internet in the room and the option of doing breakfast downstairs....not so if you are upgrade to the executive floor as a plat. I am sure most will say they list those things separately in the description so they are not a part of the exec floor really but since a lot of other properties (the Conrad for example) give the those same benefits whether you are upgraded or not it leaves a sour taste in my mouth. I also have not had much success on suite upgrades over the last year or so here. The best thing about the WGS is the people and that has not changed over the 6 or so years of staying here but I doubt I will return here much in the future except to have a drink and say hi to some of the great staff.
Feb 28, 2009, 2:57 am
#52
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For example, this stay I was "upgraded to the executive floor' but that does not mean you get all executive floor benefits. I you purchase an executive floor room you are given internet in the room and the option of doing breakfast downstairs....not so if you are upgrade to the executive floor as a plat.
Feb 28, 2009, 5:20 am
#53
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Sorry, I did not realize it or at least not remember it anyway. It was one thing when every hotel in BKK gouged their customers with 642THB per day internet rates but things are a bit different now. I actually have a hard time justifying my HHonors/SPG stays in this city anymore with soooooo many good hotels offerings substantially better rates and more benefits just for being a customer and not because I am Plat, Diamond or whatever.
Feb 28, 2009, 8:12 am
#54
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Sorry, I did not realize it or at least not remember it anyway. It was one thing when every hotel in BKK gouged their customers with 642THB per day internet rates but things are a bit different now. I actually have a hard time justifying my HHonors/SPG stays in this city anymore with soooooo many good hotels offerings substantially better rates and more benefits just for being a customer and not because I am Plat, Diamond or whatever.
Mar 1, 2009, 2:09 am
#55
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I have to agree with you- you really pay a lot of money now in BKK just to get points/night credit in the end- some of the best hotels do offer free internet- depending on where you need to stay in town also- for example, the Shangri-La BKK just started offering a free internet promotion also. One way around this is to book the "wired" package at the Westin Sukhumvit- it includes buffet breakfast and internet access completely- around 5900 THB if that is OK for you.
As far as how much the points are worth. When I am seeing many really good hotels on Agoda in the $50-60 range per night it makes for a tough decision in BKK right now as there are some really good properties at really great rates but that is as much as I need to get into that since this is the SPG forum.
Mar 1, 2009, 4:31 am
#56
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Another new Promo the ROS has ongoing for guests with at least 10 stays
(yes they keep track) as an ADDITIONAL amenity choice you are given a card upon checkin.(1 choice)
1.daily free in room HSIA
2.6 pieces of free laundry per day
3.daily breakfast buffet for 2
(yes they keep track) as an ADDITIONAL amenity choice you are given a card upon checkin.(1 choice)
1.daily free in room HSIA
2.6 pieces of free laundry per day
3.daily breakfast buffet for 2
Last edited by lovtofly3; Mar 1, 2009 at 4:38 am
Mar 1, 2009, 5:21 am
#57
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To be honest, I will just start saying at the SGS for my paid stays as the rate is not that much different but the benefits are substantially more as a plat. The check in I just received at the SGS was better than anything I ever received at the WGS and I do like the WGS so that is saying a lot I think.
Mar 1, 2009, 6:51 am
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+1. I can't see how this isn't a problem for even a great property like SGS. I've stayed there four times, I think, but the last time I stayed at the Grand Millennium (5 minutes walk from SGS, north on Asoke, and a very nice property) for USD$103 AI, and next month I'm trying the President Solitaire at approximately USD$100 AI for what amounts to a 720 square foot (80 sq. m.) one bedroom apartment.
Mar 1, 2009, 7:18 am
#60
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+1. I can't see how this isn't a problem for even a great property like SGS. I've stayed there four times, I think, but the last time I stayed at the Grand Millennium (5 minutes walk from SGS, north on Asoke, and a very nice property) for USD$103 AI, and next month I'm trying the President Solitaire at approximately USD$100 AI for what amounts to a 720 square foot (80 sq. m.) one bedroom apartment.