Denbosch1971

Both Citrus and Mercure are good places to stay! The pool hall has indeed opened the doors like half a year ago. It's huge, with a lot of pool tables. And although I like an occasional game of pool very much, Ibnever felt the urge to go in for a drink or a game of pool. The GGs I saw sitting outside never appealed to me and the vibe can't be compared to a cosy bar. It’s a pool hall in the true sense of the word

Hahaha ... with the right girl, you can give away a nice show on the balcony for the construction workers

My last stay at Centre Point was in 2018, so clearly times were different back then. I recently stayed at Hope Land in Soi 8, which also claims to be a total non-smoking hotel now. But I took the liberty to just smoke on the balcony. If you put the cigarette butts neatly in the trash (I wouldn't throw them down ), then no one will ever find out and you don't have to worry.

I agree with both gents. Asking for your QR code seems rather random at immigrations. Sometimes they do, sometimes they don't. I have the idea they simply check their system when they do. Filling out a TDAC takes a few minutes, no hassle at all. At least for me, not worth downloading another app and again sharing passport details on the online highway

Same here, never had an issue with mobile phone or PC

Hahaha, great minds think a-like

Looks like you have an excellent taste @vevey2021, at least it looks like the Capricciosa I had too

I guess you arrived after I left.

I always, party or not, visit sometime between 8.30/9pm. That's also the plan for tonight! Feel free to say hi if you see tall dude, black shorts and blue shirt

Ah okay, always a pleasure to meet fellow BMs. Maybe tonight at the CIB party in Soi 10

Yes, I made the post right after my visit there

It's almost 2 years ago since I was at Vesuvio, so about time to check it out again. I ordered a Capricciosa (or something like that), with mushrooms, tomato, ham, artichokes and olives. Thin bottomed and a crunchy crust, just the way it should be. It tasted excellent, great value for money. Still best pizza place in town IMHO Edit: it comes for 420 THB ++

Agree ... no need for bells and whistles for me I really recommend to book first with a free cancellation option and do a check closer to the actual date. Never harms ...

Small update on Hopeland, Soi 8. My last stay here was about 2.5 years ago. Originally I had booked Dynasty Grande in Soi 6 for this trip (72k for 18 nights with free cancellation option), but when Hopeland reduced their rate from 68k to 32k for the same period, I made the switch. Quick and easy way to save 40k THB, just crossed my fingers I wouldn't regret it ... Upon arrival I could check in before 11.30am already and I got a room on the 4th floor. Spacious enough (same as previously), but I think nothing has changed in any room. You can call it backlog in maintenance, or just particularly poor finish. Some examples attached on the photos. Connecting floorboards? Holes in the door can be easily fixed with tape and no one seems to care about half a mirror missing Water/coffee is provided daily. Tea unfortunately not, which is okay for me, although some of my guests would have preferred it in the morning The bed is perfect, the shower lacks power. Too little water pressure for my liking. A positive note: the whirlpool on the rooftop is working fine now. I have no idea about the breakfast (didn't book it, since previously it sucked) For that money, much better options around, without time limitations. So now and then some people hanging out in the lobby, but not disturbing so far. The free coffee/cappuccino machine might be a reason that's happening So all in all, too bad the shower is so poor, but no regrets booking here

Sim on arrival ... 1 month unlimited for 999 THB. But that is basically because I am too lazy to get me an e-sim (top floor Terminal 21), which is more convenient if you make repetitive trips and a lot cheaper