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The dolly with the brolly!......you'll be leaving slippers and a robe at WN soon!

Personally, if i get the shits I find it's best to do nothing to start. If it still persists after 48hrs I will take an Imodium, this always sorts it out. In general, the main reason for dodgy guts is the cooking oil which is over used and richer than we are used to, the climate as well has an impact plus the rigors of travel and eating at times we wouldn't normally due to the change in time zones, throw in the spices and other ingredients we also don't generally consume. Yes, food poisoning can often be a reason, Thai's generally wash up with cold water as well, but if you are sensible and only eat what you can see being cooked fresh then most of it can be avoided. Cheap street food that is set aside to sell having been cooked is a real red flag. Finally, don't use tap water to clean your teeth, I know many people that say they do this but don't swallow it, I think you will always have some work it's way down and this is a steadfast way to get a dodgy stomach.

That's good to see, last time I stayed there it was like an Airport lounge. Thanks for the review.

I had my last meal there last night, it's decent, I do think however that The Swan still shades it.

Agreed, I think the food is decent, I probably think the Swan just edges it but that's just me. I thought they were going to be calling you by your first name last time we was in there!!

Been my go to for a few trips now. Last time I somehow managed to book Citrus suites on Soi 11 instead...big mistake! I have never tried the Soi 13 third option but I know @SAGuy has and reports favorably. I have booked breakfast before and it's okay, but with so many better possibilities in Soi 4 & 8 it doesn't seem worth it. I like the additional touches in the room like Umbrella and Iron.

Probably had more meals at the Swan than any other restaurant in Bangers.......not just the convenience but the kitchen is open and you can see your food cooked fresh. The Thai fishcakes there are excellent as are the Spring rolls, moving on to mains then as @SAGuy mentions the Thai curries are reall good as are the stir fries. If you want to avoid spicy food but eat Thai, then you can't go wrong with Pad Thai or fried rice.

To be fair there probably is better options outside of Sukhumvit but Det 5 has always been consistently good in my opinion

Northerners do like a bargain!

Interesting, I will bear that in mind. I do like the Mercure, I was very impressed with the front of house staff.

Have a google.

Are you able to get it started Knobby?

Thanks for the review, great price and location, but not enough to sway me from Citrus Suites or Dawin as nearby comparisons.

Take it on the flight, it will be better than the food been served.

The Adelphi Suites would be my choice as I prefer the relative calm and discretion of the Soi. That said, I stayed in The Mercure on Soi 11 which is neither calm or discrete and loved it.