Scenium11 Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 What is the best hotel you have experienced in Thailand? I don't mean only expensive ones but great experiences, great surroundings To give some feedback on my own experience, Definitely to be tried out - Sofitel Central Hua Hin - Dusit Polo Resort Hua Hin - Novotel Phuket Patong My bad expriences. Hotels claiming to be great but not worth the price and the notority - Ao Phrao in Koh Samet - Boat House in Phuket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Skipper Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 The Nai Lert Hilton on Wireless, that was nice, recently rebranded to Raffles at Nai Lert. Well known for the beautifull garden. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
expatgaz Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Anantara in Hua Hin, fabulous place.A bit expensive though,if I remember correct it was abt 30,000 baht per night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crockett Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Banyan Tree Phuket Beautiful villas with own swimming pool, nicely furnished. Thank god I did not need to pay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SARGEY Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 What is the best hotel you have experienced in Thailand?I don't mean only expensive ones but great experiences, great surroundings To give some feedback on my own experience, Definitely to be tried out - Sofitel Central Hua Hin - Dusit Polo Resort Hua Hin - Novotel Phuket Patong My bad expriences. Hotels claiming to be great but not worth the price and the notority - Ao Phrao in Koh Samet - Boat House in Phuket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PATTAYAPUNTER Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Marriott in central Pattaya for the nice pool and gardens. President Solitaire in bkk for the posh rooms at a great price. Not bad location either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 - Sofitel Central Hua Hin I vote for this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binnsy Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Landmark Bangkok Koh Chang Resort&Spa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corkscrew Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 The Oriental. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leisurely Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Sofitel Hua Hin. Gorgeous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lampard10 Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 I normally have a suite at the Evergreen Laurel in BKK. With my Silver card its a snip for $90. And that is luxury. Outside of BKK.....The Royal Princess in Korat gets my vote for value. Saying that, most people that come here to Surin reckon that the Surin Majestic at only 800 a night is unbeatable value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soihok Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 As far as great experiences and value for money go.. The Penthouse hotel in Pattaya .. Mirrors everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soihok Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 The surroundings are bit risky though.....boyz town and all that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lampard10 Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 (edited) Mirrors everywhere. Reminds me of my first time in the Evergreen Laurel............................so nice, so luxurious. I took loads of pictures of the suite. Trouble is I did it in the buff. When I viewed the pics, they were great. Except in every pic, was me with my dingle-dongle dangling. reflected in the many mirrors. I'll post them if you like. Edited October 7, 2006 by lampard10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diablo Bob Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 The Oriental. Need you say more....... As long as they have been rating hotels, the Oriental has been Number 1 in the world or darn close regardless of the poll or publication or travel show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soihok Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 I'll post them if you like. That depends on your age and sex,,,,but what the hel_l....Go on then, Could do with a " priceless " Saturday morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutch Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Dusit BKK near Lumpini Park. Breakfast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sylvafern Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Sofitel Raja Orchid in Khon Kaen - definitely unbeatable value - 5 star luxury for less 2000 baht a night! Have stayed there loads and take any visitors I have staying with me there. Everything about that place is great - great decor (very Thai), great food (love the bakery and the buffets!) and great atmosphere. I'm biased as my first and most memorable year was spent in Khon Kaen, but 8 years later I still go to Khon Kaen at least once a year just to stay at the Sofitel!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krub Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Sofitel Raja Orchid in Khon Kaen - definitely unbeatable value - 5 star luxury for less 2000 baht a night! Have stayed there loads and take any visitors I have staying with me there. Everything about that place is great - great decor (very Thai), great food (love the bakery and the buffets!) and great atmosphere. I'm biased as my first and most memorable year was spent in Khon Kaen, but 8 years later I still go to Khon Kaen at least once a year just to stay at the Sofitel!! I like the Sofitel Khon Kaen also for a city hotel outside Bangkok Best resort hotel: Anantara Golden Triangle Best Bangkok business hotel : Conrad on Wireles Rd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaddeus Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 As far as great experiences and value for money go..The Penthouse hotel in Pattaya .. Mirrors everywhere. I have stayed there, great fun..... not the best hotel I have stayed in, but good for a laugh (and incredibly clean ) Sofitel - Hua Hin ..... that is class, real 'Raffles' material. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 The Marriot next to the river in Bangkok (not the one on Sukhumvit) is pretty nice also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilyushin Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Plaza Athenee Bangkok Royal Cliff Pattaya Felix Kanchanaburi Amanpuri Phuket I try to stay away from Minor Group hotels. Overated Lots of other great resorts and hotels around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khun Yak Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 (edited) The Nai Lert Hilton on Wireless, that was nice, recently rebranded to Raffles at Nai Lert.Well known for the beautifull garden. I'd like to second that: Nai Lert Park BKK Phuket: Divers Inn and Ko Lipe: Pooh's guesthouse can't compare these three but each is great in it's own regards... KY Edited October 7, 2006 by Khun Yak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 (edited) Royal Cliff Pattaya Is it the one where there is a lot of Russians? Edited October 7, 2006 by Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 What is everyone's take on the Century Park Hotel. I plan on staying there in Feb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valjean Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 A few come to mind Kirimaya Resort in Khao Yai is fantastic. I don't play golf but the spa is nice. But mostly it's the setting. Rooms are very nice - especially the beds out on the balconies. Early in the morning curled up out there and enjoyed dozing in the cool quiet morning. The tented suits are amazing - too rich for my wallet but asked for a "look see". I think they were around 30,000 to 40,000 per night. Maybe that honeymoon someday.... The Rachamankha is one of the most special places I've ever stayed. In the center of Chiang Mai the private courtyard, furnishings, service - all of it is wonderful. It's not at the level of the above but also really like La Vimaran Cottage on Kho Samet. Great little resort, quiet beach, nice rooms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldAsiaHand Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 The Oriental. Need you say more....... As long as they have been rating hotels, the Oriental has been Number 1 in the world or darn close regardless of the poll or publication or travel show. My vote goes to the Oriental as well. There are a large number of fine hotels in Thailand, a remarkably large number, but only one Oriental on the whole planet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lampard10 Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 The Oriental. Need you say more....... As long as they have been rating hotels, the Oriental has been Number 1 in the world or darn close regardless of the poll or publication or travel show. My vote goes to the Oriental as well. There are a large number of fine hotels in Thailand, a remarkably large number, but only one Oriental on the whole planet. Agreed...........but I've never stayed there, which was the question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diablo Bob Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 The Oriental. Need you say more....... As long as they have been rating hotels, the Oriental has been Number 1 in the world or darn close regardless of the poll or publication or travel show. My vote goes to the Oriental as well. There are a large number of fine hotels in Thailand, a remarkably large number, but only one Oriental on the whole planet. Agreed...........but I've never stayed there, which was the question. When I stayed there around ten years ago, I was amazed at the staff to guest ratio which seems to be around 2:1. I have never had service like the Oriental hotel offers. I mean never. I couldn't afford to outfit my house the way the rooms at the Oriental are done up....... well maybe, but I would need to budget elsewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilyushin Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 Royal Cliff Pattaya Is it the one where there is a lot of Russians? Notice my call sign: ilyushin (IL) I haven't had a problem with the Russians. They seem to get out of my way or stay away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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