Bangkok

kathleenbilly · #1 06-08-2007, 06:14

Hello and thanks for looking in,

I have been to Thailand three times now but never stopped off in Bangkok always got connecting flights Phuket, Koh Samui and crazy place Pattaya with taxi.

This time I'm going to stay and venture into Bangkok.

However, i normally travel alone, this time i have a mate and his girlfriend it's there first time, sure i will enjoy the company but don't want to be caught in two's company three's a crowd situation. Still my holiday i want to be where i can do what i like and enjoy I’m sure you understand.

Have really treated myself this time and have paid business class with Eva Air comes with free accommodation at the welcome Sawadee Inn for 10 days looking at it pretty basic and how far from the airport and action probably a no go?

So that's my question I've had a little read within the forum there seems to be two places to go with cowboy area given more positive feedback as the place to be.

I go in December so have plenty of time to plan and get this right i have three weeks in total and expect to spend maybe three of fours days of it in Bangkok. So given that i'm looking for a hotel (girl friendly) up to 2000 thb if needed in a lively area which will also be acceptable to my friends to stay.

Any direct advice greatly appreciated so we can all enjoy it when we go there....''

nelsonone · #2 06-08-2007, 11:14

Majestic Suites about bht1500 is very good value....just around the corner from Nana Entertainment Plaza on Sukumvit near Soi4......a great area to stay (and play) in

Talbotman · #3 06-08-2007, 13:35

ONLY ONE PROBLEM with majestic suites NO SWIM POOL

try honey hotel sukhumvit soi 19 10 minutes walk to both nana plaza and soi cowboy 1100 bhat a night

manhattan hotel sukhumvit soi 15 about 1500 bhat a night

jade pavilion sukhumvit soi 20 1500 bhat a night

belaire princess sukhumvit soi 7 about 1800 bhat a night

amari boulevard sukhumvit soi 7 (next to beer garden ) about 2000 bhat a night

all these hotels do a google search all have swim pools

i have stayed in them all apart from belaire princess

kathleenbilly · #4 06-08-2007, 14:35

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Originally Posted by Talbotman

ONLY ONE PROBLEM with majestic suites NO SWIM POOL

try honey hotel sukhumvit soi 19 10 minutes walk to both nana plaza and soi cowboy 1100 bhat a night

manhattan hotel sukhumvit soi 15 about 1500 bhat a night

jade pavilion sukhumvit soi 20 1500 bhat a night

belaire princess sukhumvit soi 7 about 1800 bhat a night

amari boulevard sukhumvit soi 7 (next to beer garden ) about 2000 bhat a night

all these hotels do a google search all have swim pools

i have stayed in them all apart from belaire princess

Great!

thanks guys using Bangkok hotel guide on the forums will check these hotels to find which is the best review wise.

How long is the taxi drive and what should i be paying for three people to this area of Bangkok?

IRISH JONNY · #5 06-08-2007, 15:15

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Originally Posted by kathleenbilly

Great!

thanks guys using Bangkok hotel guide on the forums will check these hotels to find which is the best review wise.

How long is the taxi drive and what should i be paying for three people to this area of Bangkok?

DEPENDS ON TRAFFIC AND TIOME OFF THE DAY.USAULLY AROUND 30-45 MINS AND 300-400 B....IJ

xxmikexx · #6 06-08-2007, 15:23

The Sukhumvit area is best for shopping plus either Nana Plaza or Soi Cowboy for nightlife. I have usually stayed at Nana Plaza end. Lots of hotels to choose from. The BTS train runs from one end of Sukhumvit to the other anyhow. In Nov I am trying the Majestic Suites based upon a personal recommendation plus reviews from this forum.

Shopping wise I always buy my holiday clobber (t shirts & shorts) whilst in BKK. Lots of good shops. The Central Department store at Chit Lom and the MBK centre are always worth a visit.

The taxi drive to Sukhumvit should be around 30 - 40 mins depending on traffic. Don't think it was more than 500 baht.

Have a nice time.

nelsonone · #7 07-08-2007, 05:40

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Originally Posted by Talbotman

ONLY ONE PROBLEM with majestic suites NO SWIM POOL

Good point TM.....and next trip I will go back to Dynasty Grande Inn as I am staying longer because of this....its about bht700-800 more per room at bht2200 but the rooms are bigger with more comforts and a swiming pool is a must for me in BKK if I am staying for more than an overnighter

Nanook · #8 07-08-2007, 13:11

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Originally Posted by nelsonone

Majestic Suites about bht1500 is very good value....just around the corner from Nana Entertainment Plaza on Sukumvit near Soi4......a great area to stay (and play) in

Mee too. Will stay Majestic Suites Sept. 19-22. I don't mind about the pool too much, as after BKK, we go to Phuket anyway. And last time I was there, they had a big big salt water pool at the western part of Patong... 555555....

seafox · #9 07-08-2007, 22:43

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Originally Posted by Bono

Real girls?? or the once you use to chase

you better watch out Bono, you never know what you will find if you look for the soap in a bathtub with 2 of Alfie's "ladies".

seafox · #10 07-08-2007, 22:58

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Originally Posted by Bono

I think you are right, not much fisse in that bathtub

and don't have a bubble bath either. If you do leave the window open. Stinky!

KB, have stayed at Dynasty Grande twice and while a few baht more than what you want to spend it is a good value.

Majestic Suites is hard to get into, not a lot of rooms.

seafox · #11 07-08-2007, 23:12

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Originally Posted by Bono

I´m staying at Grande next week, but dont know if they have bathtub or not

Big shower definitely, room last year had one but can't remember about this year, waqs only there for 1 night.

nelsonone · #12 08-08-2007, 05:39

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Originally Posted by Bono

I´m staying at Grande next week, but dont know if they have bathtub or not

bath hab....but baht more

MrDK · #13 08-08-2007, 10:36

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Originally Posted by Bono

How much baht will a bath with you set me back

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Originally Posted by Alfie

Free!
If you include 2 girls

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Originally Posted by Bono

Real girls?? or the once you use to chase

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Originally Posted by Alfie

Wait a mo.... wasnt it YOU that wanted to take a bath with ME????

Now the whole wanna oopsy oopsy thing is starting to make sense.

kathleenbilly · #14 10-08-2007, 02:06

Tried to get into the Majestic Suites but not available on my dates etc

was given the hotel below as an alternative again seems ok girl friendly in the right location and fair price and reviews by the looks of it.

Just a question i have a room as listed below now it would be a double size bed etc its not very clear from there web site would anyone know if it is?

Regards

Billy

Number and category of rooms:
1 x THB 1300/Superior Room

http://R24.org/phuket-info.com/bangkok/swisspark/

kathleenbilly · #15 10-08-2007, 03:06

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Originally Posted by Bono

It say twin bed, so no, but if you ask when you come, then i´m sure they have king size bed, I have never been to a hotel where they did not have king size beds

Yes don't want a single bed

i need a double for my fun