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Dav77 Sep 11, 2019 11:57 am
Originally Posted by Juntima (Post 31512971)
I stayed at both BT and SS last month. I actually prefer BT lounge to SS. Drinks wise, I have no comment cause I do not drink, but SS lounge was more crowded, hence, did not feel all relaxing.
Maybe we’ll try BT, looking at the rooftop restaurant picture, it seems really amazing.

About the lounge, even if we enjoy to drink sometimes, i already know the wine/spirits list won’t impress me...because the import taxes in Thailand

i asked on the Marriott forum about the Marriott lounges at Bangkok properties and i’ve been told there is low quality on alcoholic beverages also there

Juntima Sep 11, 2019 9:31 pm
Originally Posted by Dav77 (Post 31514581)
Maybe we’ll try BT, looking at the rooftop restaurant picture, it seems really amazing.
Yes, definitely try Moonbar on 61st floor while staying there. If you plan to have dinner there, booking a table in advance is a must. But if you only need drinks then just walk up and go for it, beware of the dress code though. Also, it's very crowded, SS rooftop bar is better in that regard.

escape4 Jan 25, 2020 8:36 am
Originally Posted by Dav77 (Post 31510519)
I’m thinking to switch our December 2N stay at Sofitel sukhumvit (where we have already been 3 times, always fully satisfied) with Banyan Tree (where we have never been).
Where did you end up staying? Would be curious to hear about your point of view. Thx

Dav77 Jan 27, 2020 1:28 am
Originally Posted by escape4 (Post 31993131)
Where did you end up staying? Would be curious to hear about your point of view. Thx
sorry, at the end I switched our stay to a Marriott property ...

Annalisa12 Jan 31, 2020 4:08 am
Banyan Tree is VERY well priced for what folks are calling a Luxury hotel. About to go to Bangkok. What is the area that the hotel is in like?

I like the Kempinski area so wondering if I should move areas for a change of scenery.

escape4 Jan 31, 2020 4:24 am
Originally Posted by Annalisa12 (Post 32015539)
Banyan Tree is VERY well priced for what folks are calling a Luxury hotel. About to go to Bangkok. What is the area that the hotel is in like?

I like the Kempinski area so wondering if I should move areas for a change of scenery.
BT has some good things going for it, but location is not one of them. Kempinski is in what I would consider city center = Siam, so no wonder you like that area. BT location is not a strong point.

Juntima Feb 1, 2020 2:21 am
Originally Posted by Annalisa12 (Post 32015539)
Banyan Tree is VERY well priced for what folks are calling a Luxury hotel. About to go to Bangkok. What is the area that the hotel is in like?

I like the Kempinski area so wondering if I should move areas for a change of scenery.
Banyan Tree Bangkok is in an area that is more like a business district. Nothing much in walking distance for tourists, however, one could easily take a taxi to/from Siam Square area (where Kempinski is) to/from the hotel. With such short distance, taxi fare is low. Hotel itself is very good, and its roof top bar is very nice. Try it. :)

escape4 Feb 1, 2020 3:00 am
Originally Posted by Annalisa12 (Post 32015539)
Banyan Tree is VERY well priced for what folks are calling a Luxury hotel.
Well priced relative to other luxury hotels in the world? If so then I agree. In Bangkok it's usually a good idea to move up the luxury scale when considering a hotel relative to what one would do in other markets, due to the low cost of hotels generally speaking.

But if you are talking about BT being well priced relative to other luxury hotels in Bangkok, I am not sure I agree with this. Pricing seems fair, not unusual high nor unusually low. BT is more often than not priced above Athenee and Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, the two Luxury Collection Hotels in Bangkok. Those two compare very favorably to BT and even at a lower price more than 50% of the time.

Annalisa12 Feb 1, 2020 4:09 am
Originally Posted by escape4 (Post 32019518)
Well priced relative to other luxury hotels in the world? If so then I agree. In Bangkok it's usually a good idea to move up the luxury scale when considering a hotel relative to what one would do in other markets, due to the low cost of hotels generally speaking.

But if you are talking about BT being well priced relative to other luxury hotels in Bangkok, I am not sure I agree with this. Pricing seems fair, not unusual high nor unusually low. BT is more often than not priced above Athenee and Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, the two Luxury Collection Hotels in Bangkok. Those two compare very favorably to BT and even at a lower price more than 50% of the time.
I mean well priced for what one might spend on luxury hotels around the world.

I did look around and think it was in more of a business area or non touristy area but thought I'd check here with you experts. Thanks all.

escape4 Feb 1, 2020 4:29 am
Originally Posted by Annalisa12 (Post 32019638)
I mean well priced for what one might spend on luxury hotels around the world.
Then yes, fully agreed! In Bangkok more often than not I choose higher brands for that reason such as Park Hyatt, Waldorf Astoria, St.Regis, Banyan Tree, rather than lower brands because in my experience you get more bang for the buck. In expensive cities I tend to do the other way around.

Annalisa12 Feb 1, 2020 9:29 pm
Originally Posted by escape4 (Post 32019673)
Then yes, fully agreed! In Bangkok more often than not I choose higher brands for that reason such as Park Hyatt, Waldorf Astoria, St.Regis, Banyan Tree, rather than lower brands because in my experience you get more bang for the buck. In expensive cities I tend to do the other way around.

Any of those in tourist area? i did get Park Hyatt Presidential Suite in Siem Reap as good value for $

I'm off to check some of those out.

I never understood why Four Seasons in Hoi An is so dear.

escape4 Feb 2, 2020 2:47 am
Originally Posted by Annalisa12 (Post 32022256)
Any of those in tourist area? i did get Park Hyatt Presidential Suite in Siem Reap as good value for $
All three of PH, WA, and StR are close to each other and not far from the city center so they all have a better location than BT.

ExpatSomchai Feb 17, 2021 3:56 pm

£105 – 5-star Banyan Tree Bangkok stay w/extras into 2022

What's Included


  • £105... overnight in a Serenity Club with Club Lounge access
  • £359... overnight in a two-storey Presidential Suite and Club Lounge access
  • All packages include:
    • Daily breakfast for two
    • THB1000 (approximately £24) food and beverage credit, once per stay
    • THB1000 (approximately £24) spa credit, once per stay
  • Club Lounge access (for Serenity Club and Presidential Suite stays) includes:
    • Registration and express checkout at the Club Lounge (during operating hours)
    • Welcome herbal drinks
    • Daily breakfast at the Club Lounge 7-11am or daily breakfast at Romsai with sparkling wine 6-10:45am
    • Beverages (soft drinks, coffee, and tea) and light snacks from 7am-8pm
    • Free-flow local beer from 10am-8pm
    • Happy hour and canapés from 5:30-7:30pm
    • Complimentary laundry or pressing (up to two pieces per day)
  • Multiple vouchers can be combined for longer stays, subject to restrictions
  • Not available on 23 December, 2021-2 January, 2022.
https://www.travelzoo.com/uk/local-d...5&dlocId=24098

escape4 Feb 17, 2021 7:22 pm
Originally Posted by ExpatSomchai (Post 33044086)
  • £105... overnight in a Serenity Club with Club Lounge access
  • All packages include:
    • Daily breakfast for two
  • Club Lounge access
Many of those packages found online are not a good fit for loyalty program elites who already have free breakfast and lounge access at BT Bangkok if Platinum or Diamond. This can be a good price for people without status, but otherwise it's a pre-covid price which is high relative to the competition at this point in time, and probably a fairly standard price if staying in 2022.

restlessinRNO Feb 17, 2021 7:50 pm
Originally Posted by ExpatSomchai (Post 33044086)

£105 – 5-star Banyan Tree Bangkok stay w/extras into 2022

What's Included

  • £105... overnight in a Serenity Club with Club Lounge access
  • £359... overnight in a two-storey Presidential Suite and Club Lounge access
  • All packages include:
    • Daily breakfast for two
    • THB1000 (approximately £24) food and beverage credit, once per stay
    • THB1000 (approximately £24) spa credit, once per stay
  • Club Lounge access (for Serenity Club and Presidential Suite stays) includes:
    • Registration and express checkout at the Club Lounge (during operating hours)
    • Welcome herbal drinks
    • Daily breakfast at the Club Lounge 7-11am or daily breakfast at Romsai with sparkling wine 6-10:45am
    • Beverages (soft drinks, coffee, and tea) and light snacks from 7am-8pm
    • Free-flow local beer from 10am-8pm
    • Happy hour and canapés from 5:30-7:30pm
    • Complimentary laundry or pressing (up to two pieces per day)
  • Multiple vouchers can be combined for longer stays, subject to restrictions
  • Not available on 23 December, 2021-2 January, 2022.
https://www.travelzoo.com/uk/local-d...5&dlocId=24098
Be careful. Some of these Banyan Tree promotions do not offer any Accor stay credits. :)


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