Marriott-family hotels in Bangkok, Thailand, pre-2014
Apr 30, 2005, 9:07 am
#181
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Ditto.
Bruce
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Apr 30, 2005, 9:54 am
#182
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I stayed there a few times a year and do enjoy the remarkable service ...and the lounge. Having access to the Cafe for breakfast now makes it so much better. However, the rooms are still not very impressive...
May 1, 2005, 8:38 pm
#183
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I thought it was just me !!!!!
I've stayed there several times over the last 2 years as a Plat Premier. I love the hotel, the service and the lounge but they are the worst at giving upgrades. Last stay I received an email from Guest Services before my stay, confirming some detail. I took the opportunity to ask for an upgrade, something I never do. I got a junior suite which really wasn't any bigger than a regular room and the view overlooked the parking garage. At least when I DON'T ask for an upgrade I get a riverfront view! 
May 2, 2005, 8:23 am
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I stayed at the BKK J.W. Marriott and recieved a huge suite last time I was there but, I am a PLT Premier and I had the PLT Premier request an upgrade for me. Before that, I had never recieved a suite at this hotel.
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May 24, 2005, 8:43 pm
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Thought this thread as good as any to drop this news item into:
http://www.travelbiz.com.au/articles/ac/0c0301ac.asp
JW Marriott Bangkok extends wireless web access
http://www.travelbiz.com.au/articles/ac/0c0301ac.asp
JW Marriott Bangkok extends wireless web access
Last edited by tcook052; May 24, 2005 at 8:45 pm
May 25, 2005, 3:46 pm
#186
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Last time I was there (in Feb) the wireless in the conceriege lounge and floor 17 were free. There was a charge for wired access in the rooms. I'm not 100% sure if the resturants, etc. have free wireless or not, let you know in two weeks!
Also, in Feb, as a plat you could either eat in the lounge OR in the buffet downstairs which is GREAT!
Billy
Also, in Feb, as a plat you could either eat in the lounge OR in the buffet downstairs which is GREAT!
Billy
May 26, 2005, 12:28 am
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I stayed there for 6 nights in 2000 when the hotel was only 5 years old. I thought it was one of the nicest "business" hotels I've ever stayed at, even though I was on vacation. Having only Silver status, I didn't get the lounge/breakfast benefits, but my room was very nice on the 15th floor. A large room with an upgraded bathroom and a large picture window so I could get a great view of the Bangkok smog. A very nice pool area off the 6th floor, so it doesn't compete with the traffic noise on Sukhumvit (a very interesting street). A large exercise room and spa--it was free back then, don't know about now. Near a Skytrain station so you can get all around Bangkok. Service was excellent. I'd definitely consider going back there if I ever return to Bangkok, which I hope I do some day.
Jun 13, 2005, 5:51 am
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I just got a birthday cake from the management of the JW Bangkok!
OK - I was having a pretty good day anyway. But at 6PM, the doorbell in my room rang, and there was a server with a tray. A small 6" carriot cake (my favorate, but how did they know) with a personal note signed by several of the staff!
I know I've stayed at marriotts before on my birthday, but this is the first time I've ever gotten a cake.
Just another reason why I love Marriott and this hotel in particular!
AMAZING.
Billy
I know I've stayed at marriotts before on my birthday, but this is the first time I've ever gotten a cake.
Just another reason why I love Marriott and this hotel in particular!
AMAZING.
Billy
Jun 13, 2005, 6:41 am
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The same happened to me in Pan Pacific Singapore (Birthday cake) - meaning to my friend who travelled with me.. but the reservation used to be on my name! So, they must have recognised his birthday during check in!
Happy birthday and enjoy the JW .. it's a nice place (though I prefer the Westin Grande or the Sheraton Grande).
Happy birthday and enjoy the JW .. it's a nice place (though I prefer the Westin Grande or the Sheraton Grande).
Jun 13, 2005, 7:07 am
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Yet another reason why they call the country "Amazing Thailand, Land of Smiles!"
Jun 13, 2005, 7:24 pm
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That is great. Would make a nice policy at upscale Marriott properties. After all its a great low-cost way to endear customers. And since nobody else here said it... HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Jun 14, 2005, 1:52 am
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Originally Posted by nnightmar
And since nobody else here said it... HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Jun 14, 2005, 8:45 am
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Originally Posted by Chris26WI
I SAID IT!!! I DID I DID I DID!
Jun 21, 2005, 7:27 am
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Update.....broadband at the JW Marriott BKK is now 642 baht for 24 hours.
I am currently on the 19th floor, and can access the free wireless signal from the Landmark....
I am currently on the 19th floor, and can access the free wireless signal from the Landmark....
Last edited by creeno; Jun 21, 2005 at 7:42 pm
Jun 21, 2005, 12:18 pm
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It's still free in the lounge (16th floor) and 17th floor. You might be able to pick up the signal from below. I was able to get the landmark signal (barely) from my room on the 21st floor.
So, if you're plat or staying on the concereige floors, use your wireless for free there.
Billy
So, if you're plat or staying on the concereige floors, use your wireless for free there.
Billy