Nov 15, 2014, 12:16 am
Last edit by: opus2002
Airport Transportation
The following thread and its wiki provide all the information one needs to know about taking a taxi from Suvarnabhumi Airport: Catching a Taxi at BKK and general Thailand taxi discussion [SEE WIKI FIRST] The wiki discusses the breakdown of taxi fares from the airport to central Bangkok where Grand Hyatt Erawan is located, and addresses the possibility of being slightly overcharged by a taxi driver.
Alternatively, Grand Hyatt Erawan offers airport transfers in its own fleet of silver Mercedes-Benz S-Class and E-class sedans. The prices of these service are S-Class THB 3,300 (net) per one way transfer (per post 1976) and E-Class THB 2,500 (per post 1975) to or from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Guests using this service will be greeted by a representative at the airport, assisted with their luggage, and escorted to the waiting car.
For an additional charge, the hotel can also arrange "Fast Track" (VIP lane) immigration clearance, as well as the option of being met at one's arrival gate by a buggy and escorted through Fast Track immigration. This service is available for THB 1,600+ 7% vat per person, or THB 2,400+ 7% vat per person to include Golf Cart and porter services.
AOT (and perhaps other companies) also provide transfers from and to the airport. Various vehicle types are available at different price points: Camry (THB 1,200 one way), Mercedes E-Class (THB 2,400 one way).
I always use http://www.limousine.in.th for my car needs in BKK incl airport transfers. 1050 THB from BKK to the city, 900 THB city to BKK (incl tolls).
UBER no longer operates in Thailand. Instead, use GRAB. Similar to UBER, prices will vary. On my trip, I was able to get a GRAB for 364 THB from BKK.
Taxi should run between 400-500 THB. If going from the hotel to BKK, the hotel will quote 500 THB. I had to wait for a few taxi's as the first two didn't want to do unless I paid 750 THB.
Grand Club lounge hours
The following thread and its wiki provide all the information one needs to know about taking a taxi from Suvarnabhumi Airport: Catching a Taxi at BKK and general Thailand taxi discussion [SEE WIKI FIRST] The wiki discusses the breakdown of taxi fares from the airport to central Bangkok where Grand Hyatt Erawan is located, and addresses the possibility of being slightly overcharged by a taxi driver.
Alternatively, Grand Hyatt Erawan offers airport transfers in its own fleet of silver Mercedes-Benz S-Class and E-class sedans. The prices of these service are S-Class THB 3,300 (net) per one way transfer (per post 1976) and E-Class THB 2,500 (per post 1975) to or from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Guests using this service will be greeted by a representative at the airport, assisted with their luggage, and escorted to the waiting car.
For an additional charge, the hotel can also arrange "Fast Track" (VIP lane) immigration clearance, as well as the option of being met at one's arrival gate by a buggy and escorted through Fast Track immigration. This service is available for THB 1,600+ 7% vat per person, or THB 2,400+ 7% vat per person to include Golf Cart and porter services.
AOT (and perhaps other companies) also provide transfers from and to the airport. Various vehicle types are available at different price points: Camry (THB 1,200 one way), Mercedes E-Class (THB 2,400 one way).
I always use http://www.limousine.in.th for my car needs in BKK incl airport transfers. 1050 THB from BKK to the city, 900 THB city to BKK (incl tolls).
UBER no longer operates in Thailand. Instead, use GRAB. Similar to UBER, prices will vary. On my trip, I was able to get a GRAB for 364 THB from BKK.
Taxi should run between 400-500 THB. If going from the hotel to BKK, the hotel will quote 500 THB. I had to wait for a few taxi's as the first two didn't want to do unless I paid 750 THB.
Grand Club lounge hours
- Open: Daily 6:30am-11:00pm
- Breakfast: Monday-Friday 6:30am-10:30am; Saturday-Sunday 6:30am-11:00am
- Happy hour: Daily 5:30pm-7:30pm
- Information as of 11-Apr-2019
- "The Dining Room" (lobby restaurant) breakfast buffet
- Hours: Daily 6:00am-10:30am
- Available for guests on relevant rates and for Globalists
- Information as of 11-Apr-2019
Grand Hyatt Bangkok (Erawan) REVIEW - MASTER THREAD
Sep 24, 2014, 1:04 pm
#918
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Club concierge might allow you to have breakfast at the main buffet or in room as a special request, YMMV.
Sep 24, 2014, 9:32 pm
#919
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Ditto, no issues with cabs.
Suggest either:
1.) Hyatt private car transfer (~$90)
2.) AOT private car which you can setup at the airport (~$50? I am not positive)
3.) Local taxi ($20)
Never tried the BTS. Was always told it is slower. Anyways, I am usually arriving and departing at off hours when I am guessing it isn't running (4am).
Suggest either:
1.) Hyatt private car transfer (~$90)
2.) AOT private car which you can setup at the airport (~$50? I am not positive)
3.) Local taxi ($20)
Never tried the BTS. Was always told it is slower. Anyways, I am usually arriving and departing at off hours when I am guessing it isn't running (4am).
The AOT private car, depends on which one you get. If you get the SUV, it's THB 950 or around USD 32.
Airport Rail Link is a joke now. The Express service starts around 10 am from the city to the airport.
Sep 25, 2014, 8:09 am
#920
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Further, for double the cost and an 8 minute savings, why would anyone bother with the express? Oh, and I don't think it's working these days anyway.
Sep 25, 2014, 1:44 pm
#921
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In addition to eggs to order and a buffet spread, there is also an Asian spread/hot station for noodles, fried rice, and other dishes. Here is a sample of my breakfast dish!
For more photos, see here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz...57643408990134
Oct 1, 2014, 2:24 am
#922
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I got a taxi from the departure level the first week of September. Maybe I was just lucky, but it took less than a minute. I think I'd rather just go the official taxi route next time if not taking the local train, which I prefer if my hotel is right off of a BTS stop.
Oct 1, 2014, 2:31 am
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I don't do it to save time. I do it bc where else can you sit in first class for only a $1.50 more?
Oct 1, 2014, 4:33 am
#924
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It's really empty these days. Problem is it doesn't even run.
First class? It might be slightly more comfortable... but first class?
Oct 1, 2014, 10:43 am
#925
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Oct 3, 2014, 10:38 pm
#926
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Thinking/debating about staying here for 1-3 nights on an award stay, as a Plat.
Other possible option(s) are Marriott properties JW/REN/S57 as a gold
I know this is the GP thread but anyone care to chime in?
Lounge access(I'm a cheap un) and location are probably key
Other possible option(s) are Marriott properties JW/REN/S57 as a gold
I know this is the GP thread but anyone care to chime in?
Lounge access(I'm a cheap un) and location are probably key
Oct 4, 2014, 5:30 am
#927
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Thinking/debating about staying here for 1-3 nights on an award stay, as a Plat.
Other possible option(s) are Marriott properties JW/REN/S57 as a gold
I know this is the GP thread but anyone care to chime in?
Lounge access(I'm a cheap un) and location are probably key
Other possible option(s) are Marriott properties JW/REN/S57 as a gold
I know this is the GP thread but anyone care to chime in?
Lounge access(I'm a cheap un) and location are probably key
Oct 4, 2014, 9:42 am
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Your statement is not founded in fact.
Oct 4, 2014, 10:47 am
#929
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Interesting. Thanks for pointing that out. I've only exited the Hyatt via the main entrance and used the sidewalk.
Oct 4, 2014, 1:38 pm
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From hotel lobby, go downstairs
passing by pubs such @494
through the mall to second floor which has a direct access
to the sky walk