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This thread refers to the various Marriott brands within a specific geographic area. Marriott Bonvoy hotels in XX usually have posts asking which property is better, etc. Trip reports are usually better suited in the property specific threads.

Can someone who knows list the names of the hotels here in this long thread? Here are the names, addresses, email contact, commonly used abbreviations and some basic info about each hotel. (Location information, CL and breakfast information, UG experiences reported within the thread, typical room layout and frequently mentioned basic advice for different properties.) Keep in mind most posts indicate these are all great hotels. Hope this helps. CJK

JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok (JW) 4 Sukhumvit Road, Soi 2, Bangkok 10110, Thailand between the Phloen Chit and Nana BTS Stations. There is a pretty large CL. Elites mostly report having complimentary breakfast offered only at the CL and not in a restaurant. Some are bothered by the hotel's proximity to the Nana district and think the hotel may get some associated business while others (myself) have not really noticed this unless looking hard to see it. The hotel was recently renovated and there are a few posts showing pictures. UGs are usually to the club level regular room where the bathrooms are interior (no outside glass wall) and feature rather small showers but great soaking tubs. Unlike the other hotels listed here, the toilets are not in enclosures.
Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel (Ren) 518/8 Ploenchit Road Khwaeng Lumphini, Khet Pathum Wan, Bangkok almost attached to the Chit Lom BTS Station and the SkyWalk. One can reach the platform without having to walk on public sidewalks and by using escalators/elevators in the building next door, so most feel this is the property with the fastest and easiest access to BTS. The CL is smaller than the JW's and sometimes gets full. Some elites report having a choice of the complimentary breakfast in the restaurant (which is quite good and huge) while others report having that request denied. Latest reports indicate the restaurant breakfast is offered as of April 2018. The hotel does not have many suites so UGs are usually to corner rooms which often have seating and/or dressing areas as well as larger bathrooms with full glass walls. IMO this is the best/most convenient hotel for a first timer looking to do typical touristy things in Bangkok.
Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok (CY) 155/1 Soi Mahadlekluang 1 Ratchadamri Road Bangkok is about a five minute walk to either the Ratchadamri or Chit Lom BTS Stations. The hotel operates tuk-tuks to/from the BTS Station. The hotel has a CL and consistently offers elites a choice of breakfast there or in the restaurant. The CL is on the top floor of the hotel and has outdoor seating. Having stayed at the hotel several times as a P, PP and LTP I have never been given an UG, so if there are others who can chime in on that please do. The regular room has a small interior only bathroom with a window overlooking the room and no tub, only a walk-in shower. IMO the price can makes this a great choice, as it is convenient to many places a visitor will go. Sometimes it can be half the price of other Marriott options and they often run double points promotions. (Call the hotel to ask, it cannot hurt.)
Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park (Sukhumvit Soi 22) 199 ถนน สุขุมวิท ซอย 22 Khwaeng Khlong Tan, Khet Khlong Toei, กรุงเทพมหานคร 10110, Thailand is about an eight minute walk to the Emporium Mall and Phrom Phong BTS Station either down the Soi sidewalk or through Queen's Park. The hotel operates a regular shuttle to the BTS Station although some have reported trouble catching it back to the hotel. The CL is large, with an outdoor deck, and most people report not being given a choice for the complimentary breakfast in the restaurant. Most Plats report getting UG to a suite, with the M Suite seeming to be most common. It has a living room, bedroom and single large interior bathroom with separate walk-in showers and tubs. This is the largest hotel in Bangkok.
Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit (Sukhumvit Soi 57) 2 ถนน สุขุมวิท 57 Phra Khanong, Khlong Toei, กรุงเทพมหานคร 10110, Thailand ([email protected]) is a two minute walk to the Thong Lo BTS Station. Getting to the station involves crossing Thong Lo intersection which can be daunting. The hotel is about a ten minute BTS ride to the central malls, the Ren, etc. The area is a little quieter and more "Thai" than the more touristy/business area where the JW, Ren and CY are located. Some people report being able to have complimentary breakfast in the restaurant while others report lounge only. The CL is about the same size as the Ren's and can get crowded in the early evening. The hotel is on the higher floors of a 40+ story building and the CL is located on one of the top floors, offering stunning views of Bangkok. There is a rooftop bar on the top of the building with great views, too. Elites are often given a coupon for a free drink on the roof. Plats report mostly getting UGs to a two room suite with an extra half bath. The main bath includes an enclosed toilet, a single large walk-in shower and a large soaking tub that can easily seat two. (While the tub is large, the JW, Marquis and Ren tubs are more comfortable for a single person looking to lean back and relax.) IMO this is the quietest of the hotels listed here.
Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse 262 Thanon Surawong, Khwaeng Si Phraya, Khet Bang Rak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10500, Thailand is the newest hotel. As of April 2018 there are not many posts from users who have stayed, nor is there an abbreviation being commonly used on this forum. The hotel is not attached/close to a BTS or MRT station but is near the Silom business area and some more popular adult entertainment establishments.

Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok 35,000 Category 5
The St. Regis Bangkok 35,000 Category 5
Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse 25,000 Category 4
Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen's Park 25,000 Category 4
JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok 35,000 Category 5
Le Méridien Bangkok 25,000 Category 4
Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit 25,000 Category 4
Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel 25,000 Category 4
The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok 35,000 Category 5
The Westin Grande Sukhumvit,25,000 Category 4
W Bangkok 25,000 Category 4
Le Méridien Suvarnabhumi, Bangkok Golf Resort & Spa 17,500 Category 3
Aloft Bangkok Sukhumvit 11 17,500 Category 3
Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok 12,500 Category 2
Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok, Sukhumvit 1512,500 Category 2

Marriott Bonvoy hotels in Bangkok, Thailand

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Jun 4, 2023, 8:14 am

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Whilst I would have previously agreed with this in my experience over the last month lounges have been quieter in BKK even when occupancy has been high. The latter meaning rates have still not normalised unfortunately.

This is definitely true. Some really punchy rates being quoted for July/August - the rainy season!

Jun 4, 2023, 8:19 am

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There were only 3 or 4 other parties at the Athenee lounge on a Friday evening a few weeks back - very pleasant. I don't remember any of the ones I visited feeling particularly crowded.

Marriott is pricing their hotels out of the market in Bangkok these days. This may be part of the reason for the uncrowded nature of the lounges.

I know I’ve booked other options for my stays in BKK so far this year and will continue to look for the best value regardless of chain. There are so many better bargains in bangkok now outside of Bonvoy. Hope that changes soon.

Jun 4, 2023, 9:19 am

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The latter meaning rates have still not normalised unfortunately.

Virtually everything in Bangkok is pricier, with prices continuing to rise. So I'm not sure there will be a "normalization."

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Marriott is pricing their hotels out of the market in Bangkok these days. This may be part of the reason for the uncrowded nature of the lounges.

The price spread between Marriott and other comparable properties is not unique to Bangkok and has been discussed in other threads. Speaking from personal experience, it's currently very obvious in both NYC and SF.

I wouldn't hold my breath waiting for it to change.

Jun 4, 2023, 10:09 am

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Between the Park Hyatt at 13K THB and the SGS at 7K, I sure know which I would pick, time and time again...

Jun 4, 2023, 10:14 am

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Between the Park Hyatt at 13K THB and the SGS at 7K, I sure know which I would pick, time and time again...

But when are you seeing the SGS at 7k?

Jun 4, 2023, 10:38 am

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But when are you seeing the SGS at 7k?

That was the rate I paid a few weeks back - I had looked at the Hyatt properties and they seemed more expensive.

Jun 4, 2023, 12:54 pm

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But when are you seeing the SGS at 7k?

I have a Grand Suite booked at SGS in July for 11k THB per night. Not too far off pre-pandemic pricing.

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Between the Park Hyatt at 13K THB and the SGS at 7K, I sure know which I would pick, time and time again...

PH has always priced higher . . . similar to StR. The GH would be more comparable to SGS in terms of category. Price of course does not always equate to value.

Jun 5, 2023, 1:07 am

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I don't know about the other Bangkok Marriott hotels, but the occupancy at the SGS is 70% today and they were almost full some of the previous days.

Jun 5, 2023, 1:54 am

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I have a Grand Suite booked at SGS in July for 11k THB per night. Not too far off pre-pandemic pricing.

PH has always priced higher . . . similar to StR. The GH would be more comparable to SGS in terms of category. Price of course does not always equate to value.

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I don't know about the other Bangkok Marriott hotels, but the occupancy at the SGS is 70% today and they were almost full some of the previous days.

Yeah, I of course booked the SGS in advance, and it came out to 6.92K in total for the night. I looked a week before after considering returning the next week, and it was somewhere in the 8K range, if I remember correctly. The most expensive night I had was the St Regis, but that was still below 9K THB.

Jul 5, 2023, 1:55 am

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Good day,

My friend and I are visiting Bangkok in mid july 2023. This is my friends first trip to Bangkok. We will only be there for 3 nights.

She is interested in sightseeing, maybe some shopping, and of course good dining - restaurants and street food.

I am currently a Titanium with Bonvoy.

The comfort of the room is very important, quiet, good bed, nice shower and of course chance for an upgrade.

Given this which Marriott would you recommend?

Thank you

Jul 5, 2023, 2:18 am

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Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit

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Jul 5, 2023, 2:55 am

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Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit

Thank you ElevatorEnthusiast much appreciated

For my travel dates, I am getting these rates (including all taxes and fees) from the Marriott website
US $165/night at the Le Meridien
US $191/night at the Bangkok Marriott Hotel the Surawongse
US $194/night at the W Bangkok
US $228/night at The Athenee Hotel
US $254/night at the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit

Would you still suggest the SGS? We will be staying for 3 nights.

Thank you

Jul 5, 2023, 3:21 am

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You mentioned it was your friend's first time in Bangkok - does that mean you have been there before? If so, what area are you planning on sightseeing and dining in? The LM, W, and Marriott Surawongse are near each other - between those, I would pick the LM. The SGS and Athenee are near each other (kind of) - for that price, I would still go with SGS - my favorite hotel globally.

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Jul 5, 2023, 3:52 am

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My only caution to the above recommendation is if you don't get an upgrade expectations may need to be lowered slightly. Having said that it is in a great location for access to the BTS which you can pretty much utilise to go anywhere. A lot of the Marriott hotels are fairly comfortable so if you are planning on being out most of the day there are cheaper options still in a good location that will do the job.

As for the other ones you mentioned its pretty much Sukhumvit vs Sathorn for location and only your planned itinerary can dictate which works better for you.

Jul 5, 2023, 4:23 am

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Hello,
ElevatorEnthusiast Will08 Thank you. I have been to Bangkok a long time ago, so I will not consider that in deciding where to stay. We want to visit the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Jim Thompson House, Temple of the lying Buddha and Temple of the Golden Mountain. Possibly also take a river cruise?

If one stays at SGS is the breakfast and/or lounge food provided by Rossini's?

Thank you