Rikka Inn (Khaosan Rd )
by vieviengan about Rikka Inn
This new Hotel , I like to stay in this hotel because it is very convenient . It's just along Khaosan Road . It's clean even the room is a bit small . But still Ok for me . The only thing that pissed me off is the system and the receptionist . They do not accpet credit card , and you will have to pay day by day ( for the first time I stayed ) , they do not allowed me to pay full .But I have been staying there for 5 - 6th times , so they allowed me to make full payment , or they have change their system I do not know . You can request to pay full for the days that you want to stay .
The receptionist arent that helpful , and they cant really understand english , when I was at the lobby waiting I have seen many guest complain and complain and still they dont understand .
I do not ask them to clean my room , so if you want to change your towel , you will need to bring it down yourself , of if you want more toilet paper you will need to go down to the reception to take it also .
You can book thru their website . But you can only make payment when you arrive .
Their deposit its 1000baht. It's a 5 stories hotel . On the top which is the 6th floor its the swimming pool . And the restroom is on same floor as the swimming pool .
No breakfast provided . No good views , I have been staying there for many times and everytime my hotel room view it's their back lane or some other place which I cant figure out where is it and once I had a view of the neighbour hotel which is Buddy lodge . Its very near wher you can actualy climb to their room . So dont hope to get a good view .
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Bangkok Hotel Suggestions
by petert51
I'm seeking your advice on a hotel to stay in Bangkok in easy reach by boat or walking to the Grand Palace that is clean and around 1500 Thai Baht or another similiar hotel in a better location as I do not know Bangkok at all.
Thanks - Peter
Re: Bangkok Hotel Suggestions
by LINSY
Hi Peter, I'm on the same search as you...have a look at Rikka Inn - we're considering it for ourselves.
Re: Bangkok Hotel Suggestions
by melek02
Hi Peter,
It depends that you plan to visit, there is famous backpakers Koasan Road, a lot of hotels which matches your budget.
I don't like to stay on the Koasan Road as it is close to Grand Palace only but far from all other places.
For your budget I can recommend Bossotel, located near pier 1 (easy access to grand palace and temples), and near Sky train station (easy access to night life, shopping and business areas, night market), and located close to express road (which goes to the airport). It is cheaper to book it in internet, sometimes they give rooms looking to the closed yard, it is better to change such rooms.
bangkok stay
by limkahwan
with a budget around usd 15 per day which is the best reconmented place to stay in Khao San Road and in changmai .
Re: bangkok stay
by June.b
Not exactly in Khaosan Road but walking distance to Khaosan Rd in a quieter district and street, I've stayed at Nakorn Pink Hotel which was discovered by a traveling partner I've met in Chiangmai. Takes about 5 - 10 minutes walk to Khaosan Road, we paid less than 500baht (approx. $15 or less during that time) for double bed, no breakfast though, the room is big, and shower too. checkout my review here:
http://members.virtualtourist.com/m/a4c2f/160d76/3/
Although of course there are lots of budget places to stay in Khaosan Rd itself, dorm rooms are much cheaper but you have to share spaces with others if that's ok with you.
In Chinagmai, I first stayed at Kong Court Guesthouse and costs only Baht300 (or $10 or less). Very near the night bazaar, the receptionist is very cheerful, place is safe, key card in main door. I also stayed at Manee Guesthouse, recommended too by people I've met aroound Chiangmai, clean rooms and they can organize your tours if you wish so.
Here're the rest of my reviews on the hotels and how to book it.
http://members.virtualtourist.com/m/a4c2f/160f65/3/
Have fun!
Re: bangkok stay
by explore_discover
Siam Oriental Inn / Star Dome Inn at Khaosan Road & Soi Rambutri, Single Room/Fan/Attached Bath Cold Shower 250 Bhat that is less then USD8.00
Google the name, and look at the photos, Star Dome Inn is newly constructed and better then Siam Oriental Inn (owned by same group)
Re: bangkok stay
by paisley25
recommend rikka inn (on khason rd, i stayed there its clean and comfortable) or any of the sawadee hotels in khaosan area. Chiang Mai we stayed in the castle it was beautiful, check out the websites
new siam riverside hotel
by LINSY
hello everybody
we've narrowed our choices down to the RIKKA INN, VIENTAI HOTEL and the NEW SIAM RIVERSIDE hotel as we'd like to be near khao san rd, but have to be mindful as we are travelling with children (a pool is a must). Any pointers? New siam riverside has great reviews and the budget is about right for us, but i can't seem to get a response via the website and they're not listed anywhere else?
anybody stayed at these 3 hotels? our main considerations are family friendly, location and decent rooms - preferably interleading family rooms.
thanks a lot!
LIN
Re: new siam riverside hotel
by swift33706
We just returned from a trip to Thailand and stayed in the New Siam Riverside hotel on two different occasions for a total of 6 days. As you know, it's a few blocks from Khao San on the river. The staff was friendly and helpful. A breakfast buffet is included in the price. They have internet, but you have to buy a LAN cable or have one along. No WiFi.
There's a alley/street that leads to KS and has many restaurants that are quite good and sometimes very entertaining. As you sit at the street side tables there will be a constant stream of vendors ranging from young children to elderly. Be kind to them and you occasionally will be so surprised that you take home lasting memories. We still laugh over the performance of a 6 or 7 year old boy selling flowers. He brought tears of laughter to our eyes for 40 baht and had other diners rushing to capture pictures of his massage on me!
There's a bus stop nearby that will take you to the market, MBK mall, etc. We took a water taxi from behind the hotel to Chinatown.
We were very satisfied with the hotel and it's location. The only glitch was with a tailor on that alley leading to KS, but it was our fault for not inspecting the workmanship before paying.
Re: new siam riverside hotel
by LINSY
this is great information, very helpful, thanks! they've just contacted me to let me know that i have to wait until april next year to book as they'll have new rates (not sure if i want to take that chance as we're a big group of 13 people).
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