Feb 9, 2018, 8:28 pm
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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
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
Jun 10, 2019, 8:43 pm
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Bangkok is not a running city! I'd skip the run altogether in Bangkok - it's only 2 days afterall because of the pollution, the heat, and it gets dark fairly quickly (sun usually sets before 7 PM) making doubly unhealthy to breath as you will be competing for oxygen with the trees.
But I’m curious what you mean by competing for oxygen with the trees.
Jun 12, 2019, 5:29 pm
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It's more enduring to jog during daylight time than nighttime. Plants (including trees) breathe during the day using CO2 in photosynthesis which produces oxygen as a bi-product. The process reverses when there isn't enough light as plants intake oxygen and give off CO2.
Thinking again about how hot and polluted Bangkok is, dunno if it makes much difference!
Jul 17, 2019, 5:36 pm
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This is my first time to stay at Marriott Bangkok brand . I am only has Silver status with Marriott. Can someone please advise the following:
a) Between Marriott Marquis and JW marriott , which one has deluxe room better and the staff service better toward hotel guest with low rank loyalty
b) Which hotel has local street food near by
c) Does anyone know how much JW Marriott charge a fee for using executive lounge per person
d) Will upgrade to executive room level ( with a fee guarantee) an executive lounge access
e) I read on line that JW Marriott currently go thru renovation for all rooms, have it done yet . If I choose to stay at JW Marriott, which floor # I can request at check in in order to secured a renovation deluxe room.
f) How much is a buffet breakfast fee at the restaurant at this hotel
Please advise and thank you
a) Between Marriott Marquis and JW marriott , which one has deluxe room better and the staff service better toward hotel guest with low rank loyalty
b) Which hotel has local street food near by
c) Does anyone know how much JW Marriott charge a fee for using executive lounge per person
d) Will upgrade to executive room level ( with a fee guarantee) an executive lounge access
e) I read on line that JW Marriott currently go thru renovation for all rooms, have it done yet . If I choose to stay at JW Marriott, which floor # I can request at check in in order to secured a renovation deluxe room.
f) How much is a buffet breakfast fee at the restaurant at this hotel
Please advise and thank you
Jul 17, 2019, 6:21 pm
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Partial help here....
a) Between Marriott Marquis and JW marriott , which one has deluxe room better and the staff service better toward hotel guest with low rank loyalty. JW Marriott, assuming you get a renovated room.
b) Which hotel has local street food near by Definitely JW. Go to Sukhumvit Rd - less than one minute walk and turn left.
c) Does anyone know how much JW Marriott charge a fee for using executive lounge per person. No.
d) Will upgrade to executive room level ( with a fee guarantee) an executive lounge access. I would imagine so.
e) I read on line that JW Marriott currently go thru renovation for all rooms, have it done yet . If I choose to stay at JW Marriott, which floor # I can request at check in in order to secured a renovation deluxe room. When I was there last month, I think I was on the 16th F and rooms above me were being renovated. All lower floors have been completed.
f) How much is a buffet breakfast fee at the restaurant at this hotel. Don't know the exact THB, but should be around or under THB1000
I have just spent one night at Marriott Marquis - the club lounge has great evening food, but location does not for me. It also a HUUUGE hotel which can feel a bit underwhelming especially when tour buses come.
a) Between Marriott Marquis and JW marriott , which one has deluxe room better and the staff service better toward hotel guest with low rank loyalty. JW Marriott, assuming you get a renovated room.
b) Which hotel has local street food near by Definitely JW. Go to Sukhumvit Rd - less than one minute walk and turn left.
c) Does anyone know how much JW Marriott charge a fee for using executive lounge per person. No.
d) Will upgrade to executive room level ( with a fee guarantee) an executive lounge access. I would imagine so.
e) I read on line that JW Marriott currently go thru renovation for all rooms, have it done yet . If I choose to stay at JW Marriott, which floor # I can request at check in in order to secured a renovation deluxe room. When I was there last month, I think I was on the 16th F and rooms above me were being renovated. All lower floors have been completed.
f) How much is a buffet breakfast fee at the restaurant at this hotel. Don't know the exact THB, but should be around or under THB1000
I have just spent one night at Marriott Marquis - the club lounge has great evening food, but location does not for me. It also a HUUUGE hotel which can feel a bit underwhelming especially when tour buses come.
Jul 17, 2019, 9:56 pm
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I'm not sure either of these would be my first choice among Marriotts in Bangkok. In same price range, I would probably opt first for Marriott Sukhumvit, Ren, or perhaps Surawongse.
Jul 17, 2019, 10:15 pm
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Jul 18, 2019, 12:01 am
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actually there is a line up of street food vendors on Soi 22 between Sukhumvit and the Marquis.
I'm not sure either of these would be my first choice among Marriotts in Bangkok. In same price range, I would probably opt first for Marriott Sukhumvit, Ren, or perhaps Surawongse.
I'm not sure either of these would be my first choice among Marriotts in Bangkok. In same price range, I would probably opt first for Marriott Sukhumvit, Ren, or perhaps Surawongse.
Do you mind sharing why you choose these hotels . Surawongse seems a new hotel compared JW Marriott, but I just wonder why JW Marriott is in a higher category and cost more.
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Jul 18, 2019, 12:26 am
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Many of us wonder the same thing.
The lineup of Marriott/SPG properties in Bangkok is really excellent. What's important to you? What kind of area do you want to be in? Will you be staying at the hotel or touring around Bangkok?
Surawongse is brand new and gets really excellent reviews. The location may be an issue, and it's not that close to public transit. The Ren has a fantastic location in Ratchaprasong, near several high end malls and adjacent to Chit Lom BTS. Marriott Sukhumvit (Soi 57) is farther down Sukhumvit, on the edge of the trendy Thonglor district. It has a well regarded rooftop bar.
And we haven't even touched on the SPG options, several of which are IMO even better.
The lineup of Marriott/SPG properties in Bangkok is really excellent. What's important to you? What kind of area do you want to be in? Will you be staying at the hotel or touring around Bangkok?
Surawongse is brand new and gets really excellent reviews. The location may be an issue, and it's not that close to public transit. The Ren has a fantastic location in Ratchaprasong, near several high end malls and adjacent to Chit Lom BTS. Marriott Sukhumvit (Soi 57) is farther down Sukhumvit, on the edge of the trendy Thonglor district. It has a well regarded rooftop bar.
And we haven't even touched on the SPG options, several of which are IMO even better.
Jul 18, 2019, 1:28 am
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Many of us wonder the same thing.
The lineup of Marriott/SPG properties in Bangkok is really excellent. What's important to you? What kind of area do you want to be in? Will you be staying at the hotel or touring around Bangkok?
Surawongse is brand new and gets really excellent reviews. The location may be an issue, and it's not that close to public transit. The Ren has a fantastic location in Ratchaprasong, near several high end malls and adjacent to Chit Lom BTS. Marriott Sukhumvit (Soi 57) is farther down Sukhumvit, on the edge of the trendy Thonglor district. It has a well regarded rooftop bar.
And we haven't even touched on the SPG options, several of which are IMO even better.
The lineup of Marriott/SPG properties in Bangkok is really excellent. What's important to you? What kind of area do you want to be in? Will you be staying at the hotel or touring around Bangkok?
Surawongse is brand new and gets really excellent reviews. The location may be an issue, and it's not that close to public transit. The Ren has a fantastic location in Ratchaprasong, near several high end malls and adjacent to Chit Lom BTS. Marriott Sukhumvit (Soi 57) is farther down Sukhumvit, on the edge of the trendy Thonglor district. It has a well regarded rooftop bar.
And we haven't even touched on the SPG options, several of which are IMO even better.
If you have an email to contact Surawongse hotel, can you please share.
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Jul 18, 2019, 5:09 am
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Thank for more insight of these Marriott Hotels in Bangkok. My main focus is to see a little bit of Bangkok, visit shopping terminal 21, taking a ride on a public river boat ( up and down the river) and enjoy local street food. I probably spend some time at hotel just to relax . Most important is a clean safe room hotel with a nice view and near the local street food stall and grocery market. Also, easy to catch a meter taxi when needed and clean and safe local Thai massage place for a good massage.
Jul 18, 2019, 7:53 am
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There's also a supermarket (Tops) below the Robinson's adjacent to the Westin. Westin has a lounge, SGS does not. (Personally, I don't see much need for a lounge in BKK . . . YMMV.) From either, you could access the river by BTS (Saphan Taksin), which would require changing lines at Siam. If you stayed at Surawongse, they provide a shuttle to Saphan Taksin. It would take a while to get to Terminal 21.
Jul 18, 2019, 8:52 am
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Jul 18, 2019, 9:35 am
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Jul 20, 2019, 1:26 am
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Just stayed at Marriott Surawongse - the shuttle only goes to Sala Daeng BTS according to the FD agent.
Side note - stayed at JW, Queen's Park and Surawongse - VERY IMPRESSED by the spread at the Exec Lounge evening hours. MUCH MUCH nicer than Hilton BKK or even Conrad Bangkok! I would even say it's better than Grand Hyatt's!
Side note - stayed at JW, Queen's Park and Surawongse - VERY IMPRESSED by the spread at the Exec Lounge evening hours. MUCH MUCH nicer than Hilton BKK or even Conrad Bangkok! I would even say it's better than Grand Hyatt's!