Bangkok Hotels — General Advice and Discussion [consolidated]
#31
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz/...7625539423944/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz/...7625539423944/
All of them (MO, Peninsula, Marriott, Hilton, ROS, etc.) have a private ferry to the pier at Saphan Taksin BTS Station. Even the 2-star Ibis Riverside has free shuttle but to Krung Thonburi BTS station. http://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz/5223274181/
Last edited by Kalboz; Jan 14, 2011 at 9:42 am
#32
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It still stops there so no problem at all- but it doesn't terminate there anymore- goes across the river now (probably makes Marriott guests happy as it is not too far from the Marriott anymore).
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The MO ferry goes to Saphan Taksin BTS Station (Silom Line) which you can take either across the river to Thumburi or toward Siam Square.
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2- Location location location.
3- Price including promos/rewards
4- Recommendations
#35
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For fun one day I rode the skytrain all the way to Wongwian Yai. I was the only white guy at the station and there were maybe 20 Thai people left by then. There's nothing over there. There is a small strip mall in development and on my walk to the King Thaksin Monument I spotted one hotel. It was nice, but pricey for what it was. There was a nice sized local market up the street as well. I defiantly got some looks, which was strange because it's still pretty central Bangkok.
I do find it interesting that people stay at their loyalty clubs hotels in Bangkok. So I must ask, are you usually in BKK for work or pleasure? How often are you there?
I'm always in Thailand for pleasure, and stop in no more than once per year. My room is used for showering, sleeping and holding my baggage. I imagine the luxury folk on here are in their rooms for a bit more than me.
I guess I can understand if you are trying to accrue points (the whole point of this website) it would be much cheaper to gain points in Thailand versus USA or Europe.
#36
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- Location - I first consider what part of the city I prefer.
- Price - If the WGS and SGS and PA and GHE were the same price, I'd possibly choose the PA but might stay at the GHE to earn stays. That said, I have a solid corporate rate at the WGS.
- Amenities - Mostly my chances at a suite upgrade.
- Promos - I'll hop around a bit for promos.
Actually the price of points is the same, regardless. The price of stays can be cheaper in BKK. And the value for money is definitely good in BKK. Once you have achieved status, say with SPG or Hyatt, the free Internet, free breakfast, free cocktails... become an addiction. If you keep an eye on the Thailand or Starwood meeting threads in my sig and see that you and I are in BKK at the same time, let me know. I'll be happy to meet up with you in the WGS lounge for cocktail hours.
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As for the train crossing the river, my last time in BKK was in January, 2009 I think. Out of sight, out of mind!
#41
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Yes, the complimentary hotel ferries are real nice: http://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz/...7625539423944/
One day, we watched the King and his entourage sailing by our hotel twice on his way to open a project after one year seclusion at a hospital: http://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz/with/5223201257/
Not me ... I am out and about in boats, BTS, motorcycle taxis, etc. experiencing the city and all its charms. But when I am tired, hot, thirsty, and hungry I get back to the hotel and its charming room (bragging aside usually a suite) and the lounge and its libations and food.
Usually twice a year of one month each for holidays and family visits.
I used to go to Europe 2-3 times a year until I "discovered" Thailand ... guess what? haven't been back to Europe since 2004.
For fun one day I rode the skytrain all the way to Wongwian Yai.
I do find it interesting that people stay at their loyalty clubs hotels in Bangkok.
So I must ask, are you usually in BKK for work or pleasure? How often are you there?
I'm always in Thailand for pleasure, and stop in no more than once per year. My room is used for showering, sleeping and holding my baggage. I imagine the luxury folk on here are in their rooms for a bit more than me.
I guess I can understand if you are trying to accrue points (the whole point of this website) it would be much cheaper to gain points in Thailand versus USA or Europe.
I guess I can understand if you are trying to accrue points (the whole point of this website) it would be much cheaper to gain points in Thailand versus USA or Europe.
#42
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Yeah my Europe to Asia ratio is way off now. Last time I was in Europe was a flight from Bangkok, and the time before that was to visit a Thai friend in Europe!
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Wyndham Hotels Entering Bangkok Through Dream!
Wyndham Hotels announced it has entered into an agreement gaining exclusive rights to franchise and manage its Dream and Night boutique hotel brands globally.
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Wyndha....html?x=0&.v=1
This is including the 195-room Dream Hotel Bangkok at Sukhumvit Soi 15 which is down the street from the new Four Points Sukhumvit 15.
http://www.dreambkk.com/
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Wyndha....html?x=0&.v=1
This is including the 195-room Dream Hotel Bangkok at Sukhumvit Soi 15 which is down the street from the new Four Points Sukhumvit 15.
http://www.dreambkk.com/
Last edited by seanthepilot; Jan 24, 2011 at 10:09 pm