DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sukhumvit Bangkok {THA}
Mar 31, 2014, 12:24 pm
#91
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If you want to be close to shopping, then any of them except the Millenium will do. A quick skytrain ride will get you to the shopping areas.
Mar 31, 2014, 12:52 pm
#92
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If he had read the Millenium Hilton thread or the Conrad vs Millenium Hilton thread he already would have known it
Last edited by olisch; Mar 31, 2014 at 1:00 pm
Mar 31, 2014, 10:14 pm
#93
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Apr 1, 2014, 6:31 pm
#94
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Apr 1, 2014, 9:58 pm
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May 4, 2014, 7:37 pm
#97
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You can certainly use the pool at the Hilton so I assume the gym is OK too. From memory the Hilton gym looks superior but I prefer the pool at the DT for general swimming as well as laps.
May 5, 2014, 2:29 am
#99
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I stayed at this property last month and used the gym and pool.
The gym is small but good, has nice new equipment (I forgot the brand) and good selection of weight (however, in the lighter range only as I recall it). The gym is more than adequate for a hotel gym. I used it twice and I was the only person there both times, so not crowded at all. If you need a bigger gym with a better selection of equipment I would recommend to buy access to one of the many gyms on Sukhumvit Rd.
The pool at DT is small but OK for relax/cool down; you will not be able to do laps. I like the pool area (new/stylish, green plants, new sun beds, proximity to the bar area and gym etc)
I didn't use the Hilton facilities so can not compare.
The gym is small but good, has nice new equipment (I forgot the brand) and good selection of weight (however, in the lighter range only as I recall it). The gym is more than adequate for a hotel gym. I used it twice and I was the only person there both times, so not crowded at all. If you need a bigger gym with a better selection of equipment I would recommend to buy access to one of the many gyms on Sukhumvit Rd.
The pool at DT is small but OK for relax/cool down; you will not be able to do laps. I like the pool area (new/stylish, green plants, new sun beds, proximity to the bar area and gym etc)
I didn't use the Hilton facilities so can not compare.
May 5, 2014, 2:32 am
#100
Join Date: Jan 2008
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I stayed at this property last month and used the gym and pool.
The gym is new, nice equipment and good selection of weight (in the lighter range only as I recall it). The gym is more than adequate for a hotel gym. If you need a better gym with a better selection of equipment I would recommend to buy access to one of the many gyms on Sukhumvit Rd.
The pool at DT is small but OK for relax/cool down; you will not be able to do laps. I like the pool area (new/stylish, green plants, new sun beds, proximity to the bar area and gym etc)
I didn't use the Hilton facilities so can not compare.
The gym is new, nice equipment and good selection of weight (in the lighter range only as I recall it). The gym is more than adequate for a hotel gym. If you need a better gym with a better selection of equipment I would recommend to buy access to one of the many gyms on Sukhumvit Rd.
The pool at DT is small but OK for relax/cool down; you will not be able to do laps. I like the pool area (new/stylish, green plants, new sun beds, proximity to the bar area and gym etc)
I didn't use the Hilton facilities so can not compare.
May 12, 2014, 6:15 am
#102
Join Date: May 2014
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Checked today. Efficient and pleasant front desk staff. I was offered points or free breakfast. Room is small but very clean and well kept. Gym is much better then I expected and the pool, while a bit small, is very nice and big enough for laps. The happy hour around the pool is a big plus. Staff confirmed that I can use the Hilton gym and pool, but it might not be needed. Will take a look in the morning just to compare.
May 12, 2014, 8:32 am
#103
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Doubletree Sukhumvit has got to be one of the friendliest and unpretentious place I have been. It is a very casual place where you can be yourself and nobody is going to judge you. I love the happy hour since it is free flow of drinks for Gold and Diamond members. They are really enthusiastic to serve you drinks and top up / refill any drinks that is half full...so much so that I suspect they have to reach some quota to "get rid" of their alcohol (i must have been thinking that when i was a little tipsy)...anyway...I will (and I am) be coming back to this place again and whenever my friends go BKK, I will always mention this lovely hotel! For price, location and service...it cannot be beaten!
May 12, 2014, 6:28 pm
#104
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Doubletree Sukhumvit has got to be one of the friendliest and unpretentious place I have been. It is a very casual place where you can be yourself and nobody is going to judge you. I love the happy hour since it is free flow of drinks for Gold and Diamond members. They are really enthusiastic to serve you drinks and top up / refill any drinks that is half full...so much so that I suspect they have to reach some quota to "get rid" of their alcohol (i must have been thinking that when i was a little tipsy)...anyway...I will (and I am) be coming back to this place again and whenever my friends go BKK, I will always mention this lovely hotel! For price, location and service...it cannot be beaten!
I did run into the dreaded Chinese Tour Group at breakfast - they are loud and a bit pushy at the buffet line. However the area was large enough for me to sit away from the noise!
May 13, 2014, 4:33 am
#105
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You didn't get upgraded to one of the large rooms on 8-9 floor? (I believe these floors are Superior rooms only (and maybe Deluxe rooms also))