Feb 9, 2018, 8:28 pm
Last edit by: rxgeek
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
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
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.
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
Feb 20, 2017, 5:59 pm
#631
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Feb 21, 2017, 12:41 am
#632
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– KAL Lounge LAX: Denied access stating PPS card is allowed entry up to 8:00 PM! Arrived at the airport slightly past 8:00 PM because our flight was at 12:30 AM. Ended going to the Star Alliance lounge with my biz class boarding pass and enjoyed tremendously.
– ICN: Granted access to both KAL and Asiana Lounges and both were horrible, food and atmosphere-wise.
– PEK: Air China Business Class Lounge & BGS Premier Lounge were both inedible horrible food, over-crowded condition and no access to bathroom!!! Denied access to First Class section at the BGS Premier Lounge even though I doubt if it was going to be any different than the others.
Photos of the Star Alliance lounge at LAX from previous visit:
Feb 21, 2017, 10:07 am
#633
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Keep it if you generate lots of travel and dining spend (3X points) to justify the $150 balance of the AF. Otherwise, cancel when the second AF comes up. The Priority Pass Select benefits that I got from the Chase Sapphire Reserve Card were worthless, here is my recent experience:
– KAL Lounge LAX: Denied access stating PPS card is allowed entry up to 8:00 PM! Arrived at the airport slightly past 8:00 PM because our flight was at 12:30 AM. Ended going to the Star Alliance lounge with my biz class boarding pass and enjoyed tremendously.
– ICN: Granted access to both KAL and Asiana Lounges and both were horrible, food and atmosphere-wise.
– PEK: Air China Business Class Lounge & BGS Premier Lounge were both inedible horrible food, over-crowded condition and no access to bathroom!!! Denied access to First Class section at the BGS Premier Lounge even though I doubt if it was going to be any different than the others.
Photos of the Star Alliance lounge at LAX from previous visit:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz...57680477687086
– KAL Lounge LAX: Denied access stating PPS card is allowed entry up to 8:00 PM! Arrived at the airport slightly past 8:00 PM because our flight was at 12:30 AM. Ended going to the Star Alliance lounge with my biz class boarding pass and enjoyed tremendously.
– ICN: Granted access to both KAL and Asiana Lounges and both were horrible, food and atmosphere-wise.
– PEK: Air China Business Class Lounge & BGS Premier Lounge were both inedible horrible food, over-crowded condition and no access to bathroom!!! Denied access to First Class section at the BGS Premier Lounge even though I doubt if it was going to be any different than the others.
Photos of the Star Alliance lounge at LAX from previous visit:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz...57680477687086
I think PP is best used when you are traveling in Y, when you normally wouldn't get lounge access at all. The lounge is usually going to be slightly better than sitting at the gate because you at least get some free drinks (even if the food is not to your taste) and maybe take a shower if you have time.
Feb 25, 2017, 4:34 pm
#634
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Keep it if you generate lots of travel and dining spend (3X points) to justify the $150 balance of the AF. Otherwise, cancel when the second AF comes up. The Priority Pass Select benefits that I got from the Chase Sapphire Reserve Card were worthless, here is my recent experience:
– KAL Lounge LAX: Denied access stating PPS card is allowed entry up to 8:00 PM! Arrived at the airport slightly past 8:00 PM because our flight was at 12:30 AM. Ended going to the Star Alliance lounge with my biz class boarding pass and enjoyed tremendously.
– ICN: Granted access to both KAL and Asiana Lounges and both were horrible, food and atmosphere-wise.
– PEK: Air China Business Class Lounge & BGS Premier Lounge were both inedible horrible food, over-crowded condition and no access to bathroom!!! Denied access to First Class section at the BGS Premier Lounge even though I doubt if it was going to be any different than the others.
Photos of the Star Alliance lounge at LAX from previous visit:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz...57680477687086
– KAL Lounge LAX: Denied access stating PPS card is allowed entry up to 8:00 PM! Arrived at the airport slightly past 8:00 PM because our flight was at 12:30 AM. Ended going to the Star Alliance lounge with my biz class boarding pass and enjoyed tremendously.
– ICN: Granted access to both KAL and Asiana Lounges and both were horrible, food and atmosphere-wise.
– PEK: Air China Business Class Lounge & BGS Premier Lounge were both inedible horrible food, over-crowded condition and no access to bathroom!!! Denied access to First Class section at the BGS Premier Lounge even though I doubt if it was going to be any different than the others.
Photos of the Star Alliance lounge at LAX from previous visit:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz...57680477687086
Feb 25, 2017, 9:44 pm
#635
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I'm really tempted to try the Marquis when I go at the end of May, but there's a few factors holding me back. Room is more expensive. Deluxe park is the same price as the executive room (not suite) at Soi 57 I booked, and the equivalent M-Club room is $1200thb/night more expensive.
Also, only gold status, so not sure I'll get an upgrade from Deluxe park to M-Club especially with fewer suites available for Plats. Then again, Soi 57 doesn't seem to give out suite upgrades for golds either, but at least I will be guaranteed an executive room that I booked.
Are my assumptions correct?
Also, only gold status, so not sure I'll get an upgrade from Deluxe park to M-Club especially with fewer suites available for Plats. Then again, Soi 57 doesn't seem to give out suite upgrades for golds either, but at least I will be guaranteed an executive room that I booked.
Are my assumptions correct?
Mar 1, 2017, 4:10 pm
#636
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not so sure if I understood the issue. I agree that Suk 57 doesn't seem to tend to give suite upgrades for golds easily (had never been suite-upgraded there neither as a gold), but gold will give you club access for sure at both properties - not sure why you'd book an exec room thus?
My initial thought process was that if I booked Exec room, at least I get high floor and I might even be lucky enough to get upgraded to a suite. I will be going for memorial day weekend, so lower level rooms are likely going to be in high demand.
Mar 1, 2017, 4:53 pm
#637
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Does booking deluxe guarantee that I will get bumped to a high floor room as Gold?
My initial thought process was that if I booked Exec room, at least I get high floor and I might even be lucky enough to get upgraded to a suite. I will be going for memorial day weekend, so lower level rooms are likely going to be in high demand.
My initial thought process was that if I booked Exec room, at least I get high floor and I might even be lucky enough to get upgraded to a suite. I will be going for memorial day weekend, so lower level rooms are likely going to be in high demand.
Mar 1, 2017, 11:25 pm
#638
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It seems Soi57 has 49 floors. If the "low" level rooms are actually around floor 20, does that still give decent views?
Mar 2, 2017, 2:12 am
#639
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- From the ground floor to the 7th floor consist of public areas such as lobby, restaurants, meeting venues, gym, pool, etc.
- Apartments are from 14th - 21st floors:
- Hotel rooms are from 22nd - 41st floors. The executive lounge is on the 40th floor:
- 45th floor and up: rooftop venues such as Octave
Mar 2, 2017, 6:24 am
#640
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I knew you would know, but how awesome that you have pics! 
There is nothing else around the building, so you should still have good views. The lowest floor I've stayed on is 34, and the views were still good. Hopefully others who have had experience on the floors in the 20s can chime in. I'd hate for you to spend money you didn't need to spend, but at the same time, if a few extra dollars guaranty your view and you're looking forward to the view, it might be money well spent.
IIRC, Executive Floor rooms are on the upper 30s and 40s. The hotel staff is very accommodating, so it might be worth it to Skype them and discuss your room preferences.
IIRC, Executive Floor rooms are on the upper 30s and 40s. The hotel staff is very accommodating, so it might be worth it to Skype them and discuss your room preferences.
Mar 2, 2017, 9:57 pm
#641
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Thanks guys, really helpful. I have downgraded my reservation to a basic deluxe (saves me $110) and will try to get in touch with them to see if they can save us an exec room that is on floor 30+.
Mar 3, 2017, 10:39 am
#642
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If you're angling for a view, be aware that unless you're on the river (which none of the Marriott properties are), there's really not much to speak of in the way of views. It's not a particularly impressive skyline. Nothing like HKG or NYC for example. The best view in the Sukhumvit area is something with green in it.
Mar 3, 2017, 11:00 am
#643
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If you're angling for a view, be aware that unless you're on the river (which none of the Marriott properties are), there's really not much to speak of in the way of views. It's not a particularly impressive skyline. Nothing like HKG or NYC for example. The best view in the Sukhumvit area is something with green in it.
Mar 3, 2017, 11:25 am
#644
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If you're angling for a view, be aware that unless you're on the river (which none of the Marriott properties are), there's really not much to speak of in the way of views. It's not a particularly impressive skyline. Nothing like HKG or NYC for example. The best view in the Sukhumvit area is something with green in it.
Mar 3, 2017, 11:33 am
#645
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I respectfully disagree. While the view might not be spectacular like NYC from a distance or Pittsburgh driving in from the airport (incredible if you've not seen it) I really like the view from either side of the Suk 57 property. I've enjoyed many evening thunderstorms just staring out the windows.
My point was that that the view of Bangkok itself is nothing special, which I think we are more or less on the same page about.
Though I do love the view of the river from a corner balcony room at Shangri-La. Too bad that property's been ruined by tour groups.