scottie1954

We all have our own brand of snobbery P&G. You're clearly a food snob
 
By the way Citrus is about 1500 baht so a bad choice if you're trying make a point.
 
I've stayed in the Marriott (5k a night) but have eaten Thai food at roadside food stalls for 40 baht .... is that a better example ?

Yes they found significant safety concern in the way Thailand has given air operators certification to some thai airlines. ICAO gave Thailand enough notice to rectify it but in typical thai fashion they messed it up. Then to make matters worse they invited the FAA for an audit thinking it will have a better outcome. But it was worse.
Now they got help from EASA and got a better result. In fact Thailand has only two major issues. One was on dangerous goods and the other was giving this air operators certification to some airlines.
If they had suspended these licenses then the major concern would have been removed.
Now due to the action by FAA Thailand has decided to go for the EASA certification system.
Actually there is huge commercial rivaly between FAA and EASA. But EASA is winning due to Europe and of course the former British colonies. If FAA had not done this I think Thailand would have gone for FAA certification.

Yes the airlines rating actually has no real bearing on it. It's just a newspaper poll who frankly do not know what they are talking about.

Ok how about Mexican Hooters lol

If this had been plonked onto Thonglor or Langsuan (Ploenchit) it would be the perfect location surrounded by other upmarket restaurants, coffee shops etc.
 
Judging by how long the fit-out took, they presumably spent serious time and money getting the look exactly right for their plans. That cost plus the very high rent will mean they have to sell a lot of booze (rather than just food) to have any chance of getting a return of that investment. Time will tell if it works. Personally I'd have put a simple steakhouse there selling 500b Australian beef Fillets and pretty much replicating what the Beefeater has done in Pattaya. Packed out every night. Excellent quality at very reasonable prices and appealing to broadest spectrum of visitors incl. almost all of those who frequent Soi 4.

Good excuse for BM's to escape partners/travelling companions on a trip - "I'm just popping out for Mexican food" and the joys of soi 4!

Very true. I've never yet met a Thai who likes Mexican and my missus ranks it about as low as Indian food for choice of places we go to eat together. It could well be the perfect excuse for some.

Dont think this place is comparable with the nearby cheap joints.
Regardless of prices offers a nice alternative in the Soi 4 area, with no need to walk to Soi 11 or so.
Bad or good it is for us, I think it contributes to a new look of Soi 4, albeit being sideways. Let's say less mongering. Just as hooters does.
I don't think they will be patronised by the orphanes of paradise and golden bar.
Needs to attract customers and the location is not much ideal to catch passer byes, other than majestic grande guests or people just off Annie's.
I believe they have to invest in marketing

The food and drink menu is on their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/1500219286936955/menu/?p_ref=pa
 
It pretty much looks like standard restaurant prices for soft drinks, beers and wine; cocktails however seem rather expensive. I'll definitely give the place a try later this month.
 
 
 

 

 

For the little price it charges I will do a 10hr lay over at Nana hotel... do not care if they charge the full night, when it is appr 1500b. a night... it can't go wrong and it is in center of the action for anything one wants to do..
no need to be specific where it is... anyone in the business knows it

there are 4 area in the PB Hotel with three different operators who all run their part of the hotel autonomously and very differently ...
 
Ground floor left side (no parking space): older rooms that have not been renovated in a very long time, dark and dingy, and will hassle you if you have 2 girls with you and they will try to jack you up for more money, if they do, tell them you want an extra towel.
Ground Floor right side (curtained parking spaces): these rooms were all renovated about 5 years ago, a bit worn now again, and the bathrooms are not looking like great, but good water pressure and lots of hot water, the sex chair, and lots of mirrors (if you are a narcissist).
2nd floor (enter from reception in the lobby): they have rooms on the second floor which were all renovated in the last 3 years or so, good for ST, and also rooms that are LT, the rooms all the way in the back are much larger and are good for longer staying guests and last i knew had large refrigerators and couches beside the normal bed and fixtures..
3rd floor (never been open to the public): i have never seen the 3rd floor open in 20 years of going there.
 
considering that most folks go there for short time, and the expectations are not that high, IMHO all the rooms are passable and considering the price, no complaints ... clean rooms, clean sheets, clean towels, soap, condoms if you need (pay extra), big beds, most always a motorcycle taxi in the parking lot to take you back to the BTS or Nana.

For the little price it charges I will do a 10hr lay over at Nana hotel... do not care if they charge the full night, when it is appr 1500b. a night... it can't go wrong and it is in center of the action for anything one wants to do..
no need to be specific where it is... anyone in the business knows it

the price may have gone up 20 or 30 baht but still an easy location as most P4P girls know it, the room is OK, good water pressure and hot water for a ST hotel, the coffee shop TH food is OK (do not order Farang food there), and its 5 minutes form NEP.
 
 
the hotel:
 

 
the chair (found only in ground floor rooms on the right side of the hotel as you face it from the entrance):
 

So far I often read complains about the Middle East carriers being supported by their governments.
The story is slightly different but would be OT.
What R.F says refers to another side of the expansion of the gulf airline fleets: "your own" government doing so.
At least no blames on the carriers can be presented for this so, in a few words, (relatively speaking of course) "blame yourself", not the people flying those airlines.
The debate could expand on the many military contracts assigned to keep those industries running (and not doing much good to the world...
I have anyhow observed that gulf airlines are not THAT cheap and most of their rates are matched by western airlines.
Was it the hen coming first or the egg?
Facts are that with their hubs halfway through Europe and Asia (for instance) they can put together much higher load factors (LF) with better revenues.
Staying in our topic (BKK) none of the EK (for instance) European airports can offer a higher number of daily flights to BKK than EK itself
With much fresher airplanes they also win the case.
Not saying this is bad or good, the whole subject has many faces as a diamond.
But it is a fact: they made the best out of a remote location in the middle of nowhere (Gulf airports) and grew a completely new business.

I added 7 more hotels to the original post today.
 
I have several more emails out that have not yet been answered. I will give those another day or two to reply. If
they haven't responded, I will resend the requests. If they don't respond for the second email, I will post them here
as non-responsive, and guys can reach their own conclusions about their hospitality toward ladyboys.
 
Hard to tell which practice is more odious - the (several) hotels that charge 1K baht joiner fees, or the Ambassador's
20 baht charge to run a girl's ID thru their copier machine.

I wasn't sure where to place this thread, so it may get moved to the "Hotel Review" section. Anyhow......
 
A BM here recently asked about the ladyboy guest policies of a BKK hotel. This gave me the idea to email various hotels around lower Sukhumvit inquiring about their guest policies and whether ladyboys are welcome as overnight guests. The hotels I contacted are all within walking distance of Nana Plaza, CIB, Paradise bars as well as other LB venues such as Nuch Salon. I focused on hotels located on the odd number Soi side of Sukhumvit since most guys are already familiar with the policies of the hotels on the even number Soi side such as Marriott, Phachara, Heaven@4, etc.
 
They all received an identical email from me:
 
Hello,
 
Can you tell me what your guest policy is? Can I have a ladyboy guest stay in my room overnight?
 
Thank You,
******* *****
 
The hotels I have received replies from so far are listed in the order they responded, along with their Soi location as well as the per-night price for a standard room. I contacted places ranging from budget hotels on up to higher end properties like the Sofitel and the Westin. The replies are all verbatim. If you need clarification, their email addresses are on their websites. As they respond, I will continue to update here. I will also be emailing other hotels for the purpose of determining what their guest / ladyboy policies are as well.
 
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Hotel Solo Sukhumvit 2 Soi 2 1840 baht per night
 
Warm greeting from Hotel Solo Sukhumvit Soi 2!!
We would like to inform you that we do not charge for a Night Visitor fee.
For more your information details below:
1. Night visitor should be above 20 years old not less than 20 years old.
2. Night visitor should have identification card
(Not allowed who do not have identification card stay with client)
3. Night visitor should show identification card and leave he/her I.D card with the front desk front for your security and hotel security.
4. When a night visitor come to contact us before we give her I.D card back. We will call to remind with client for make sure everything alright.

Any assistance please does not hesitate to contact us.
Best Regards,
Nattaporn B.(Mr.)
GSA
 
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Grand Swiss Hotel Soi 11 2600 baht per night
 
Dear Sir

Warmest greeting from Central Reservations Office.

Thank you for your e-mail.

In regard to your query, I would like to inform you that our hotel is guest friendly and there is no charge for overnight staying guest. We only request ID card / Passport for secure reason only.
Do you have booking now ?
Best Regards,

Metinee Sea-Ngow Ms. ( Nancy)
 
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Four Points Sheraton Soi 15 2900 baht per night
 
Dear Mr. *****
 
 
As per your question , You are allowed to have a lady boy stay overnight however it had better to have a ladyboy come to register with us.
It is for a security reason.
 
Should there be any further assistance ,Please let us know.
 
Be well,
Yanathon
Duty Manager
 
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Adelphi Suites Soi 8 2450 baht per night
 
Dear Sir,
 
Greeting from Central Reservation Office!
 
Thank you for writing to us.
For guests who make bookings through the hotel's own website, we do not charge for your visitor. However, her ID Card or Passport is required to register at reception for our security reason only.
 
Should you require more information please do not hesitate to contact us and looking forward to welcome and serve you soon
 
Best Regards,
Ms. Palida (Pla)
Central Reservation Officer
 
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Lohas Suites Soi 2 2045 baht per night
 
Dear Sir,
 
Greeting from Lohas Suite by Super Hotel !
 
Please be informed that there is no charge for guest friendly.
 
If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me
 
 
Best Regards,

Pitchayaporn Klaopimai (Wann)
Sales Coordinator
 
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Salil Hotel Soi 11 1500 baht per night
 
Dear Mr. ****
 
Thank you for your interested in our hotel, we would like to inform you that the room available for 2 person and the hotel is friendly free of charge.
 
Should you require further information or assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.
 
We are looking forward to welcoming you at salil Hotel soi 11
 
Best Regards,
Araya R.
Reservation Supervisor
Salil Hotel Sukhumvit Soi 11
21/4 Soi Sukhumvit 11 (Chaiyos), Sukhumvit Road, Klongton Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110 Thailand
Tel. 662 651 3830-3 Fax: 662 651 3834
 
 
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On 8 Sukhumvit Hotel Soi 8 1800 baht per night
 
 
Dear Sir,
 
Thank you for considering On8 Bangkok. In regard to your query, there is no guest-friendly fee for our hotel guest valid for booking through hotel website only. We will require your guest to deposit their ID-card at the reception which shall be returned on his/her departure.
 
You may review and consider any particular room type you are interested from http://www.on8bangkok.com/en/ and we shall then revert to you with availability & rates. Alternatively you can always check for the same information on the website itself as well.
 
 
Should you require more information please do not hesitate to contact us.
Best Regards
Nithiphon Deecharoen Mr.(Izax)
Central Reservation Officer
 
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Citrus 11 Soi 11 2100 baht per night
 
Dear Sir,
Greeting form Central Reservation Office!
Thank you for your e-mail. In regard to your query, I would like to inform you that a guest friendly is no charge for overnight staying guest. We only request ID card / Passport for secure reason only.
Should you require more information please do not hesitate to contact us
Best Regards,
Timpika Kremla (Vaida)
 
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Oasis Inn Soi 1 1100 baht per night
 
Dear ****,

Thank you for your e mail. For our room 1 room is for 2 persons, if you have
someone stay with you we just need her /his ID CARD at the front desk.


Kind Regards,

Wichuda Chimwiset (Chim)

Reservation Dep.
 
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Ad Lib Bangkok Soi 1 3000 baht
 
Dear *******
 
Warm greeting from Ad Lib Bangkok!
 
Thank you for your kind interesting stay at Ad Lib Bangkok!
Regards, as per your question about charge fee of a lady boy when join in your room.
And we are additional charge 1,000.-THB Net room only per person per night and we are request a copy ID card when arrival at our hotel.
Could you please contact our front desk with give it which security and hotel policy.
 
Especially in case you make a reservation directly with us via e-mail not though online agent without charge and should be stay minimum 3 nights or up.
 
Please kindly advise your arrival date preferable and we will send the best rate for your promptly.
 
Should you require further information or assistance please feel free to contact us and we look forward to welcoming you soon.
 
Warm Regards,
Korawan Nantasutha
Assistant Reservation Manager
 
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Dream Hotel Soi 15 2180 baht
 
Dear Mr. *******
 
Greeting from Dream Hotel Bangkok!
Please be informed the hotel not charge for the visitor but please leave ID card or passport at the front desk for your security.
If you have any question please contact us at any time.
 
Best regards,
 
THANATSHA SRIBOONRUANG
Guest Service Manager
 
10 Soi Sukhumvit 15, Sukhumvit Road,
Klongtoey Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110
T: +66 (0)2 254 8500 Ext. 7116
F: +66 (0)2 254 8534
www.dreamhotels.com
 
 
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Grand Sukhumvit Soi 6 2885 baht
 
 
Dear Mr. **** Kindly be informed our joiner policy that we will charge at THB 1,000.- per person per night. Should you need more information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
 
Kind Regards,

Buagaew Todsapon | Reservation
Grand Sukhumvit Hotel Bangkok Managed By ACCOR. Phone: +66 2 207 9999
Fax: +66 2 207 9555
Website: www.grandsukhumvithotel.com
 
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Amari Boulevard Soi 5 2885 baht
 
 
Dear ******

Thank you very much for your e-mail.
 
Please be informed that in case, there will be another guest(Women or Ladyboy) joining your room, the charge at THB.1,000.-net per person per night will be applied for the additional guest.
 
Kindly have your guest (Women or Ladyboy) contact our Front Office once arrive to the hotel for the security purposes.
 
Should you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.
 
Best regards,
 
Angkana Suiwong
Team Member, Reservations
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Ambassador Bangkok Soi 11 1400 baht
 
Dear Mr. ******

Greetings from Ambassador Bangkok.

Thank you for your e-mail. We would like to inform you that guest friendly is free of charge, we charge THB 20.- for copy ID only.

Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to be of assistance.

Best regards,


Reservation Officer
The Ambassador Bangkok
171 Sukhumvit 11, Klongtoey, Wattana, Bangkok 10110 Thailand
Tel. +66 (0) 2254 0444 Ext. 1220-1224 Fax. +66 (0) 2254 7503/ 16
E-mail : rsvmbkk@amtel.co.th, rsvbkk@amtel.co.th Website : www.amtel.co.th

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Hotel Icon Bangkok Soi 2 1775 baht

Dear Mr. ******
Greetings from Hotel Icon Bangkok! Thank You for your email. Regarding your query, we would like to inform you that our room can accommodate up to TWO guests. However, if the third guest is spending an overnight, there would be an additional charge of THB 800 per room per night. Adding on, if you have a visitor which is the second guest, please kindly bring the visitor to Front Desk for registration process. Please note this process is highly important for both yourself and the hotel. In addition, please kindly provide us with your arrival and departure date as we would like to offer your the exclusive offer for booking directly via email. We look forward for your response and to offer and process the room reservation real soon. For further assistance, please feel free to contact us. Wishing You a Wonderful Weekend! Best Regards, Ekachai S.
Guest Relations Supervisor Hotel Icon Bangkok 49 Sukhumvit Soi 2, Khlong Toey, Bangkok 10110, Thailand Tel: +662 656 9797 Fax: +662 656 9997 Website: www.hoteliconbangkok.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/HoteliconBangkok
Instagram: @hoteliconbangkok ______________________________ Fraser Suites Soi 11 3200 baht Dear Mr. *****
 
Greeting from Fraser Suites Sukhumvit, Bangkok
 
Kindly be informed you that for the visitor there is no charge but we require his/her passport or ID. leave it at front desk.​
 
Should you require further information please feel free to contact us either by return email or by phone on +66 2 207 9300.
 
Best Regards,
Ms. Prattana Aphinantho
Revenue Management Officer
 
Fraser Suites Sukhumvit, Bangkok
38/8 Sukhumvit soi 11, Klong Toey Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110
Tel: +66 2 207 9300 Fax: +66 2 207 9301
Email: sales.sukhumvit@frasershospitality.com |www.frasershospitality.com __________________________

http://www.asia-discovery.com/river-kwai/rvk-01.htm
 
I did a few tours with asia-discovery. I did a temple and also the Grand Palace tour. They would pick me up from my hotel and drop me off at my hotel. There are restrictions as to what areas they will pick up in. I was in Silom.

If you think about this properly there is no way you can get around having the stamp in your passport.
It is done for legal reasons to prove (or disprove if you like) how long you have been in the country.
 
You cannot simply ask an immigration official not to stamp your passport because you dont want to upset your teerak. :No No Tut Tut:
Well you can try..........but it will make you an object of suspicion,and it may lead to them pulling you aside for some questioning
.And Im guessing that is the last thing you want as you start your holiday.
 
Ask away......

just let us know which hotels you call at and the room numbers you had... Just to know... Lol

I agree. I spend from 15 to 25 nights there, multiple visits. Some short ones, 2-3 days and some kong inescapable, up to 9 nights. Everytime I start as a new customer and never got a sort of upgrade or so. Staff at concierge, tho', do remember me well and so does security. But receptionists never make you feel like a real regular. Even if you come back 4 days after the previous stay.
Still I can live with that. Location is perfect, breakfast enjoyable and price is ok.
Bit of wild little Arab boys running through the rooms, sometime, as someone said,

Probably BKK , but watch out for counterfeits. Get at power buy or a big camera store.
 
PS they are so cheap now, it really shouldn't matter