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

Has your agent ever been to Bangkok?

Brissygirl, the bed configurations you are looking for are not always easy to find because majority of the rooms offer one large bed or two twin beds in a room. If you're cool with a rollaway bed, you can get one with a queen and a single. Or if you're lucky, there might be one with two double beds.

If Holiday Inn Bangkok (make sure it's the one in Chitlom beside Intercontinental Bangkok and not Holiday Inn Silom) is in your shortlist, book that. Here, they have rooms with two double beds. Perfect location, and with a staff family discount, you can get a good cut from the rack and/or web rates which are on the high end of a 3* hotel wanting to be classified as 4*. Again, make sure it's the right Holiday Inn.

President Palace is also a particularly good option, IF you book their club rooms which are worth the price. I did not recommend it initially because of your budget.

Adelphi Grande is okay. Not outstanding but very decent.

Citrus 22 is right smack between two skytrain stations which means you will need to walk at least 10 minutes in either direction to board one. I'm not high on that.

And let me echo Curt's question above. Has your agent been to Bangkok? Just curious.

or Royal President
Sukhumvit Soi 15 Sukhumvit Street
City 10110 BANGKOK Thailand

apparently she goes there every year.......she suggested Sukhumvit around Soi 20.......

It's the Holiday Inn,> Ploenchit Rd, Bangkok (not the Silom area)..are we talking about the same place? thanks

I'd still go for Holiday Inn Bangkok. And yes, that's the one near Ploenchit (but in Chitlom exactly.

If you want to stay in Sukhumvit, I would get President Palace. Royal President is just beside it and are, in fact, affiliated. Between the two, Palace is better. But Royal President is cheaper. Both properties are a far cry from Ramada DMA which your agent recommended as well.

thanks dragonman64 :-)

Hi brissygirl,
someone recommended the ALL SEASONS hotel to me. $29 per night for 2 people incl. breakfast. Apparently it's almost brand new.
Good luck.

travelbug, there are several All Seasons in Bangkok. Which branch are you referring to?

The one at Victory Monument is a brand-new, 100% non-smoking property that is manageably close to the skytrain. However, I would not put it high on the list for a first time visitor because it is off-city center.

Hi Brissy Girl,
Why not check out On8 Sukhumvit, just a few mins walk from the BTS train station and they have twin bed rooms.
From the list u have posted I would recommend Citrus 22, a very stylish boutique type hotel. If you are looking into having a fun night President Palace is a good choice as its located on a very busy road with loads of restaurants, clubs & Pubs. Adelphi Grande is also a good nice choice.

Good Luck!
Cheers :-)

Brissy Gril

As mentioned above, the option of Holiday Inn is better due to staff discount and the location.
Otherwise, I would suggest True Siam locate at Phaya Thai which is a new boutigue hotel. Showcasing stylish interiors with a touch of Thai design, 5 minutes walk to Skytrain Phayathai station and Victory Monument BTS Skytrain Station with just two stop to the Siam Discovery, Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Cemtrepoint, Platinum Wholesales Fashions Mall, Pratunam Market, MBK shopping arcades. A variety of entertainment and dining venues are within walking distance, making True Siam Hotel Bangkok @ Phayathai suitable for a pleasant stay.

Further, it throw in a free dinner for you to choose, Thai or Western cuisines in a Thai contemporary setting

check it out at www.valueplusbooking.com or send an email to them
at enquiry@valueplusbooking.com.