I am moving to Patong in February and was hoping to get some help and tips on how to get an apartment in Patong. I'd like a flat with the following:
Aircondition
Refridgerator
Broadband internet (is a must have)
Furnished
Hot water
These are the bare basics of what the flat should have. As well as this, it should be secure, preferable in 2nd or 3rd floor, look decent (at least) and a tv would be nice. A semi closed off room is ok, but 2 rooms is preferable.
I'd like to get in touch with people that rents out apartments like this - web-pages, phone numbers and so on would be helpful. Also, any general tips from people that have been there / are there / locals would be appreciated. Is it common for electricity to be included in the rent, or is it separate? How much would a flat like this be pr. month, if it's in the city / on the beachfront without too much noise? What are the broadband speeds available in Thailand? And what will it cost to have it installed? Is it "common" that people make special arrangements so say a quiet pub installs broadband for you to use, while you pay for it?
In addition to this, I would like people to try and describe Patong to me, as I've never been there. I've been to Karon Beach, but as I've understood, that's fairly smaller than Patong.
Please help me out, so that I can make my dream come true.
If you have an apartment to rent or have lots of info, you can mail me at
skumlegakken@hotmail.com.
THANK YOU!