Hello We have 3 days in Bangkok starting Boxing day this year....I have only ever been to the Bangkok airport so need some advice I want to spend a max of AU$70 a night for double accommodation including breakfast, I want to shop....of course! and visit interesting sites......how vague is that! Perhaps the floating markets?? If I have time I would love to have some clothes made.....so any tailor recommendations would be appreciated. Anyway all advice would be appreciated.....
thanks

Brissygirl65

When it comes to tailors, my recommendation is don't. For every person that is happy with the work, there are hundreds who got ripped off.

thanks for that.....I was thinking along similar lies but just thought I would throw the question out there..........can you help with the other questions? thanks

Dragonman is the goto guy for accommodations. Living here, other than locations, I'm not familiar with hotels.

Try for something near the BTS or MRT. This is will you hassle free transportation options.

If staying over a weekend, Chatuchak Weekend market is where shoppers go. It sells everything from pets, to souvenirs, to furniture. And there is tons of off the rack clothing.

It's located neat the Mo Chit BTS station, or the Kamphaengphet MRT station exits right into the market.

Weekdays, Damnoen Saduak is the only floating market open. Just about any hotel can arrange a tour.

Hello Dragonman :-) Any hints appreciated....

Brissygirl, try checking any one of the following options based on skytrain access and value for money:
Kingston Suites (Sukhumvit) - very good rates and more than decent rooms. Given your budget, you can go for their Deluxe units. Recommend booking direct if you end up choosing this one.

Vista Residences (Siam Square/MBK) - this is a relatively new one. Rooms are a little above basic but clean and very close to MBK for shopping. The property is a cross between an inn and a tourist hotel. Direct booking with them.

Evergreen Place (MBK/Ratchathewi) - you book this place because of the bigger space and convenient location. And it has a pool that the two options above don't.

hello dragonman64

thank you for the info I appreciate it......Kingston Suites looks great...when I went to book they dont have any twin rooms......I need 1 double and 1 twin at the same hotel.....any further suggestions? the agent that booked our flights suggested the Ramada dma........but you never know what is in it for them...

Brissygirl

went to bangkok last may & june, stayed at evergreen place, highly recommended by dragonman.

you can check my review here or at tripadvisor.com

Brissygirl, Ramada DMA would've been ok as a hotel itself, but it can be a hard sell to knowledgeable tourists due to an awkward location. It is quite a hike to the nearest skytrain and unless you're in it just to do heavy shopping in the Pratunam area, I suggest you look elsewhere. I don't fancy being at the mercy of taxi drivers all the time.

You can also look at Arnoma Hotel and the farther-located but skytrain-friendly Abloom Serviced Apartments.

You can also list down all your agent's recommendations and I will tell you which is the best pick among the lot.

Hi dragonman64

thank you
my agent only suggested Ramada....
here is what I have found through reviews -

President Palace Hotel Bangkok
Adelphi Grande Bangkok
Citrus Sukhumvit 22 Bangkok
Holiday Inn Bangkok (because I have been offered a staff family discount)

I appreciate your advice
Brissygirl65