Looking at going to bkk in May/June 1st time for a long time. Looking at staying Narai or Mandarin - believe reasonable hotels. Understand not that close to shopping. Can anyone give recommendation?

Between Narai and Mandarin, I would pick Narai (closer to the skytrain, better accomodations, good breakfast buffet).

What's your budget?

Thanx for your response dragonman64. In regards to budget - well we have enquired about pkg deal as we are only stopping in bkk for 3-4 days then off to Phuket (been there many times so know where to stay). So trip to bkk will be for sightseeing/tourist attractions. Want to make sure that we are close to shopping and easy access to skyrail etc and that hotel in medium price range (no need for luxury - just somewhere to rest weary feet!!) Have not much idea about accomm in bkk and only enquired about hotels as others I know have stayed there. Any recommendations anyone can give would be appreciated. Thanks in advance. Kazba

Narai would be a safe choice if this hotel is being offered as part of a package.

Thanx for your help. Looking forward to exploring bkk in May/June. Cheers Kazba