Bangkok Hotels — General Advice and Discussion [consolidated]
May 1, 2016, 5:31 pm
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May 1, 2016, 7:10 pm
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Last trip a few months ago I stayed at Pathumwan Princess Hotel in the Horizon Terrace Suite for about AUD$500. I always thought the Peninsula would be way over that. I've got it in the memory bank for the next time I visit.
I like this hotel as I can return to my room to relax whilst husband trawls the shops. He loves shopping!
http://www.pprincess.com/rooms-and-s...ace-suite.html
May 1, 2016, 7:17 pm
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Ahh... I know that place. I would want somewhere a bit more chaotic though (Sukhumvit area). Summer seems to be the low seasons for SE Asia since everywhere is all hot and humid and typhoony all the time.
May 2, 2016, 1:36 am
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One more hotel question... I am looking for a hotel, preferably in the Sukhumvit area (if not, then anywhere along the BTS, if not then subway station also works), that has a two-bed suite, but not a two-bedroom suite, and nothing too big. Since I'm going with kids, I'm afraid stuff will get lost in big suites. I hope to stay under $400/night. Any recommendations? Cheaper is better, but not too cheap. If yall got nothing I will book the Peninsula grand balcony room (425sqft) or deluxe suite (797sqft).
Most rooms on the Surawong Road side of LM will afford you an excellent view.
May 2, 2016, 4:08 am
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One more hotel question... I am looking for a hotel, preferably in the Sukhumvit area (if not, then anywhere along the BTS, if not then subway station also works), that has a two-bed suite, but not a two-bedroom suite, and nothing too big. Since I'm going with kids, I'm afraid stuff will get lost in big suites. I hope to stay under $400/night. Any recommendations? Cheaper is better, but not too cheap. If yall got nothing I will book the Peninsula grand balcony room (425sqft) or deluxe suite (797sqft).
May 2, 2016, 12:35 pm
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Just had a look. Wow. A bargain.
Last trip a few months ago I stayed at Pathumwan Princess Hotel in the Horizon Terrace Suite for about AUD$500. I always thought the Peninsula would be way over that. I've got it in the memory bank for the next time I visit.
http://www.pprincess.com/rooms-and-s...ace-suite.html
Last trip a few months ago I stayed at Pathumwan Princess Hotel in the Horizon Terrace Suite for about AUD$500. I always thought the Peninsula would be way over that. I've got it in the memory bank for the next time I visit.
http://www.pprincess.com/rooms-and-s...ace-suite.html
I like this hotel as I can return to my room to relax whilst husband trawls the shops. He loves shopping!
May 3, 2016, 7:24 am
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Grande Centrepoint, Ratchadamri (2 minute walk to BTS)
Oriental Residence, Wireless Rd (5 minute walk to BTS) -- more upscale
Both highly recommended and well within your price range.
May 4, 2016, 2:23 am
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I was mislead by the pics of the Terrace Suite. I thought it was a pool out on the terrace but it's a spa bath. My husband and I actually preferred the regular Executive Suite with 2 dedicated rooms instead of the Terrace Suite that was just one big room with a massive bathroom of similar size.
Next trip, Peninsula or equivalent it is.
Thanks for the info everyone.
May 4, 2016, 8:12 am
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Just had a look. Wow. A bargain.
Last trip a few months ago I stayed at Pathumwan Princess Hotel in the Horizon Terrace Suite for about AUD$500. I always thought the Peninsula would be way over that. I've got it in the memory bank for the next time I visit.
I like this hotel as I can return to my room to relax whilst husband trawls the shops. He loves shopping!
http://www.pprincess.com/rooms-and-s...ace-suite.html
Last trip a few months ago I stayed at Pathumwan Princess Hotel in the Horizon Terrace Suite for about AUD$500. I always thought the Peninsula would be way over that. I've got it in the memory bank for the next time I visit.
I like this hotel as I can return to my room to relax whilst husband trawls the shops. He loves shopping!
http://www.pprincess.com/rooms-and-s...ace-suite.html
May 7, 2016, 10:32 am
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After a beach holiday we're looking for a place to stay for a few nights before heading back to Europe.
We've been to BKK several times - started with the Sofitel So, switched to St. Regis after getting tired of the "oh-so…", switched to the Sofitel and finally Plaza Athenee). Location wise we have no preference.
Siam unfortunately is too much out of the way,
MO would be nice but afraid we're not the right fit for being a guest there.
Thinking about the Hyatt, Peninsula or Sofitel on suite level.
What do you guys think - which is the "better" hotel in terms of service and quality?
We've been to BKK several times - started with the Sofitel So, switched to St. Regis after getting tired of the "oh-so…", switched to the Sofitel and finally Plaza Athenee). Location wise we have no preference.
Siam unfortunately is too much out of the way,
MO would be nice but afraid we're not the right fit for being a guest there.
Thinking about the Hyatt, Peninsula or Sofitel on suite level.
What do you guys think - which is the "better" hotel in terms of service and quality?
May 8, 2016, 2:38 am
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Based on the previous hotels you have been to, I would go with the Grand Hyatt Erawan or the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit.
I suspect that if you don't think you'd feel comfortable at the MO, you will feel the same way at the Pen.
I suspect that if you don't think you'd feel comfortable at the MO, you will feel the same way at the Pen.
May 12, 2016, 11:50 pm
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I would not shop at the Patpong market. Often the meat has unexpected bone in it.
May 13, 2016, 1:51 am
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I booked an Executive Suite and on the way to the airport upgraded to the Horizon Terrace.
Possibly it was an expensive time of year or I was being ripped off. Oh well!!!
Just thought... was Australian dollar I was quoting.
Just checked the no advance booking with breakfast. Was AUD$580 plus taxes.
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May 29, 2016, 1:39 pm
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The Horizon Terrace is the biggest suite right? That's quite an upgrade consider they skipped the Execuplus suites and the Garden Suite. By the way if your suite didn't have a jacuzzi it's only a Garden Suite.