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While I still think Pala is excellent, I just strolled past the new Hillary 1 (soi 4) and they now have a full kitchen that serves wood fired pizza. I ordered a large pepperoni for 280B. Damn good pizza. Cooked perfectly, and the cheese was very good.

If the booths at Suvarnabhumi are swamped you can always go to Terminal 21 (very close to your hotel) on the top floor all the major carriers have a store. Just find the plan that fits your needs and they will set everything up for you. I prefer this to Suvarnabhumi because you can take a little time to find the right plan and best deal. Also the food court there is awesome.

I've stayed at Phachara many times, it's great for longer stays. The location is hard to beat, and it's in a very quite sub-soi while still being very close to the action. I recommend booking directly with the hotel by either email or phone. You'll get the best rates doing that. Skip the breakfast if there is an extra charge for it as it's shit.

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Excellent & thorough review. Thanks, now I know where I'll be staying for my next trip

all good here

Yes, Aspen Suites on Soi 2 is LB friendly. I'm not 100% sure, but I think they recently implemented a fee if bringing 2 or more guests. I would check with the hotel via email to confirm.

I don't know any docs, but correct me if I'm wrong, won't the pharmacy next to Bully's on Sukumvit between Soi 2 & 4 (the big one not the little one) sell you just about anything without a prescription

You can also take a bus from the Sai Tai bus station. The cost ranges from 185baht all the way up to 501baht depending on the class of service you choose. Here is a link http://www.thaiticketmajor.com/bus/ttmbus/index.php.

FYI, I'm from Los Angeles so I guess I am less fearful of traffic & vehicles then most.

Guess I've been lucky because I've taken minivans several times and have always had good experiences. Always arrive safe & on time.

What makes you say that?

Well, your in luck as I just planned for a weekend trip to Hua Hin in April. I found the best way to get there is by minivan. You can catch a van at Victory Monument from 05:00 to 20:00 & they depart every 30 min. It will take about 2.5-3 hours & cost 180baht. Here is a website on how to get from Bangkok to Hua Hin & one on how to get from Hua Hin to Bangkok.

I usually spend between 2,200 - 2,700 baht a night for a room.

Thanks for the recommendation & the info Mardi. Knowing that the Hilton is the center helps a lot.