kkl

Last month drinks was served at the bar on 13th floor? just infront of the bank of lifts.

not sure if we were entitled to more than one drink. will give it a go next time im there. the coupoon said drink 6-10

Dave510

StR has excellent hardware and service was excellent as well. Was upgraded from standard suite into Caroline Astor, which had nice views. Doesn’t hurt that the hotel is directly linked to the Skytrain from the second floor.

seanthepilot

I stayed there (StR) a few times VERY soon after their opening. I was able to sample several of the suites. My budget doesn't afford this hotel of late, but the comparative advantage (hard product) kills other SPG hotels.

Myself, I love the ROS. I'm happy others don't. More suite upgrades for me!

echelone

Thank you all for the input!

I am Plat, and was upgraded to One-Bedroom Suite during my stay at StR.

Based on the responses, now just have to decide between StR vs. PA.

Thanks!

kkl

Received a st regis suite on a one night stay and a metro suite for 3 night stay.

Preferred the metro suite. Found the st regis suite way too big for 2 people. But the wet bar/kitchen was well appreciated

Breakfast is good but could be slightly improved. Made to order food can be hit and miss.

Kalboz

So if I book a Deluxe River View Room (I see $86++ per night room rate for my dates) at the ROS, what would be the expectations in terms of upgrades and other benefits for a Platinum?

Thank you!

seanthepilot

Every room vas a river view. However, the standard rooms are very standard... and there are a lot of them in this 700+ room hotel.

The upside is the number of executive suites they have. I'd estimate it at about 30. They also have several junior suites (floor plan like Jr suite at 4pts, but smaller), and a floor or two of "club" rooms, which are quite nice!

Platinum upgrades include, executive suites, junior suites, and club rooms.

I'm 100% on suites since my last climb back up to Plat. But, I've probably stayed here 100 times. Now, if I go the SGS, I don't stand a chance at a suite.
I do know there are more Plat guests than there are suites, some nights.

And... I STEER CLEAR of this place during any Thai holiday or river event. But, that's just me.

You'd also get, lounge access (all day soft drinks & cookies, lounge breakfast, and evening cocktails and appetizers), 4pm checkout, 500 pts.

Kalboz

Our last stay here was in November 2010 - 5 nights in an executive suite with Platinum benefits. The upgrade came when a katoey porter interceded on our behalf with FD manager! The food was atrocious at that time even in the cafe by river at breakfast. Then, Plats were allowed to partake breakfast by the river. Other than the said porter, impersonal service at every level including the lounge. But to their credit, they sent us a cake to celebrate my wife's birthday, a very nice gesture again thanks to the same porter!

My dates are in late December - getting a $86++ per night rate here versus $130++ at our beloved Marriott Queens Park which is a hefty $44++ difference per night. Multiply that by number of nights and you get an additional room as I'm traveling with wife and kids.

Although Thais love to celebrate, Christmas is hardly a Thai holiday. Why would you stay clear of this property during holidays?


Platinum Breakfast by the river back in 2010


Hotel provided cake to celebrate wife's birthday!

geminidreams

I have stayed here a few times. Personally Im not keen on the location though it is good for river venturing. I have found the staff friendly and helpful. I have always stayed on a BRG with rates as low as 2200++. At this level it competes with Aloft but with a better hard product.

I have always been offered a suite, Breakfast and evening snacks have pretty bad food. Evening drinks are nice especially with the view.

I have always noted high prices around some of the festive times so assume they have a loyal group who visit during these times which would make upgrades a bit more scarce.

seanthepilot

Taxis are a pain at the ROS. But...

I like the location.

For transit, they have their own boat to the BTS that leaves every 30 minutes. The MRT is quite close, at the train Station, less than a km away (~ 35฿ Cab), making Asoke easily accessible. One of the MRT entrances is acros the traffic circle towards the ROS end. No need to cross traffic into Hua Lumpong.

Driving wise, Silom, Satorn, Rama IV, Chinatown, and a tollway entrance are near. Areas like Siam and the Grand Palace just a bit further out, but quick to get to.

The neighborhoods on both sides of the river are vibrant, though it is tucked in a sleepy Soi.

I didn't even mention the river boats.

geminidreams

Yes I have done the boat to BTS and also taxis along the river, I just prefer the Silom and Sukhumvit locals for my interests and the other 5 stars all have good breakfasts. If they at least match an Aloft breakfast in their lounge I would be a lot more enthusiastic about them. For a minor cost they would gain a lot of good will.

I dont dislike ROS and when I am in BKK I rarely only stay in one hotel, I like to mix up the locations and when I like the pricing I head off to ROS and value wise it is quite acceptable.

seanthepilot

Speaking of the Aloft breakfast, it's really gone downhill lately. The new Aloft management has really been tightening the budget. Lots of little changes, breakfast being one of them.


On another note, the planned Four Points in Phuket is on a prime spot at Patong Beach. I drove by it the other day. Let's hope it stays a 4Pts through opening.

UASPG

The Athenee is now priced quite a bit higher than the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, but the last one is a truly established Luxury Collection hotel, while the 2nd one is only a work in progress for that brand.

The pricing might be due to some requirement due to the recent brand switch or a trial balloon requested by the ownership or the corporate management, but I am wondering how sustainable that pricing direction is.

KosherKimchee

Easier to BRG the PA (whatever its called now) as of late though.

UASPG

I am not sure that is the case, nowadays.

Having stayed at the SGS & the Athenee recently, I am confirming that both hotels do not play in the same league. But, surprisingly, the Athenee is priced higher than the SGS.