A FINE HOTEL IN SOI DIANE, PATTAYA

[@Pfit111]

Thanks very much for that Ed, looks very nice. Cheeeeeeeers!

[@DaveTheDasher77]

Great vid mate I like you have never stayed there, Maybe next trip in august

[@anastas6179]

Great looking hotel. Thanks for sharing.

[@fatboyslim3550]

Steady Eddie true blogger no messing about , say it as it is 👍😉✈️🇹🇭😊

[@iandavison1843]

I like how you use the words "lovely" and "nice" every second word; it is lovely! Nice video! Keep 'em coming!

[@STEADY599]

Thank you! 😃

[@Bushwhacker150]

I’ve stopped at Areca many many times always good and great situation for LK Metro / Soi Buckaw . Also it’s almost opposite one of my favourite morning / afternoon bars . Harry’s ! Another great video Ed

[@SBBoy68]

Excellent thanks Ed. I hope you are having a good time

[@billyfrazer8689]

Yum yum Ed lovely brekkie another cracking video

[@brettmichael1916]

Great looking hotel Eddie and definitely a great deal you got there mate, thanks for sharing 👍

[@robbogsy3469]

Hi mate great hotel and well worth it.Always stay in the evergreen building,it’s not as old as the other two.Great breakfast great staff and great location.

[@jamesmason7262]

Thoroughly enjoyed watching this. Have often wondered what it's like there. By the way you didn't have to keep your mask on, I'm sure I'd have been quite safe.

[@leonardince7561]

Always stay here when possible, previously when I used to visit on business when my expenses account ran to a great deal more, going back 15 years or so. Cut a great B&B deal for 2 months during the Red/Yellow shirts skirmishes in Bangkok when I needed peace and quiet to work and relax. Great pools, breakfast etc. Post employment the Areca continues to be my fave in Pats

[@ukyoutube8117]

Very good hotel and very good swimming pool thanks for sharing your video very good video I looking forward to seeing your video again soon 🙏🙏🙏

[@STEADY599]

Thank you too

[@TheMicturation]

love soi diana,my old stomping ground,soi 10,walked past this place a thousand times and always wondered what is was like inside,thanks Ed,back in the day id stay 50 mtrs further up the road twd 3rd rd,absolutely fantastic location soi 10 and the soi metro area

[@pcoldlight5631]

I stayed there few years ago, had a room overlooking the pool, lovely hotel service was really good also the breakfast. Ideally situated and good price, I would definitely stay there again. Guest friendly as well.

[@MH-rx7tn]

It looks nice. I always end up going for 2 star budget hotel because I get in late so have no chance of making breakfast. Also I too never get round to using the swimming pool at the hotel as I just want to hit the bars for some reason!

[@STEADY599]

Same as me, mate

[@piquedard]

...nice vid, Eddy! i haven't watched much youtube lately, but i love this one. #681

[@STEADY599]

Thank you very much!

[@pip6136]

Hi Eddy. The hotel is ok but why don't you use Airbnb? Far cheaper. Rooms far bigger with separate living room bedrooms bathroom and kitchen. The same facilities. Lady friendly and security for peace of mind. Guards take the girls ID until they leave. Happy to tell you where I stay. It's just off second road. Ideal for baht bus to everywhere. No maid knocking on your door. 🙃

[@boluke8567]

Great hotel choice, great video, thanks!

[@andrewriddell2098]

Great Hotel,Great Location,had and hope to have more happy times there

[@catherinehohn8570]

Terrific value. Thanks for sharing.

[@jamiemicklefield]

Hey Eddie I’m glad you have done this Vlog, This is the hotel I last stayed in , in Pattaya, We had some amazing fun there and swimming in the pools etc, This brings back good memories thanks mate , Take care.

[@philipcryptolover95]

Love the Steady Eddy 5-star review. I've stayed there a couple of times myself. One of the best places in that part of Pattaya. I'm enjoying your journey and take care.

[@kiwimcozzie5431]

Thanks for that report-i only yesterday asked another influencer about this hotel! Great value indeed.

[@darcy6874]

Coming out in March, will choose here or page10.great vid Ed

[@raymonddeflaviis2306]

Great video Eddie! You made my morning! Beautiful lodging. You deserve it.

[@STEADY599]

Thanks 👍

[@dolphinvlogs2831]

Looks great. Top tip eddie. Nice one man👍

[@GOMAROMA]

Hotel seems very,very,very,very,very, lovely,lovely,lovely, lovely, lovely!

[@hkeagle8783]

Thanks Eddie ! Will definitely consider this as a place to stay when I get back !

[@asefshaikh6027]

Looks amazing GET IN THAT POOL 😆 🤣 😂

[@TheTravelMan]

Thanks Eddie, nice hotel, I stayed there years ago. Soi Diana is a good place to stay for the nightlife too, lots of good bars nearby.

[@soldiermick]

I stayed at arika first visit in 2003. It was only one building back then. It was waste land round the back. Very nice though and at the time about £12 a night with the exchange rate and lower prices at the time. Didn’t stay again though as never used pool gym or breakfast. Thereafter stayed at cheaper places near by.

[@derekedwards1982]

Hi Eddy, another great sitrep mate! For a room and breakfast like that it's a good deal and the pool makes it an excellent deal. You are helping a lot of people I reckon with your videos. Help them land on their feet instead of their arse lol. (you only missed out the ubiquitous old school Thai hotel bottle opener on the bathroom wall) keep up the good work, live your videos 👍

[@STEADY599]

Cheers, mate.

[@RobertH48]

Best review of the Areca i've seen. Always wanted to stay there but it always seem to be booked full for late Nov, Dec, Jan. I always rent a condo at VT6 so not bad. Thanks for posting sir!

[@STEADY599]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@johnyoungieyoung123]

We want to see OPULENT flange Ed!. Len Fairclough would love that swimming pool. That bed doesn't look like it's seen much action old son. Was that a floater in the bog?

[@pattayadaze2650]

Hi Ed. I stayed there in March 2020. It’s one of my favorite, especially the newer area near Soi Diane (or is it Diana). I love the location, I would cut through the back when I wanted to go to The Avenue. And, while I was there, I met you while I was walking on Soi Buakhao. Glad to see your back. I want to stay there again when I return.

[@dontrump7729]

Thanks for the review on this hotel . I’ve walked past many times

[@larryburbridge6405]

Always a go to when im in pattaya. Decent rooms, nice staff and great pools. Close to LK metro and joiner freindly. What more can u want in a hotel.

[@bitscolumn]

That is a very nice hotel! It has all of the services you would find in much more expensive places. Lovely and spacious hotel room, too. I would love to meet and sit at a table with you in their Beer Garden or Beer Court sometime for a few brews! Thanks for the tour!

[@STEADY599]

Thanks, Mark. Good to her from you.

[@guyh9992]

The Areca nut is chewed with Betel leaf. The emphasis is on the last syllable as in Ar-e-Car. Before the refurbishment the foyer appeared not to have changed since the 1970s with all the different clocks and telephone booth.

[@mickeyp5122]

Hi Eddie, Cracking Hotel you've got there mate 👋 I'm the same as you I never watch the telly 📺 and I never use the Hotel pool 🏊‍♀ Have a good one Pal 😎

[@averagejoe2911]

I always find that Luck bar opposite that hotel is a nice easy bar to relax in. Girls are friendly without pressuring you and prices are ok. But I haven't been there since January 2020. Due to be there Monday 24th this month. If your still around Ed I will buy you a beer or two for all your hard work. Well done mate. Keep it up.

[@thethirdman9493]

Fantastic hotel, room looked very big, enjoy yourself mate 👍

[@gotthesinglelife]

On the to stay list but with so many recommendations just have not got to this one, But like you Eddie heard many good things and being close to the action no problems bring guest back ticks all the boxes yes you stuck gold.

[@derekdonnelly8631]

I walk past tat hotel million of times over the years for my holidays now this year in May am go book it for 3 weeks 🙂

[@alandaniel1082]

Stayed there for my first 5 to 6 years very enjoyable loved there seafood fried rice 3 buildings areca corona and evergreen had a specials card (ace card) also can get breakfast in the evergreen exits out to soi at back so you can get to Avenue shops. Changed over to condos later for better value. Great position.

[@terry-cn8ks]

Very nice place you are staying at Cheers Eddy

[@joehart7260]

What a great hotel for the money, thanks Eddie, I will definitely mark that one down for my next trip.

[@salsabil44]

I know it well, usually stay there when in Pattaya. Great location, across the road from LK Metro, and two pools a nice alternative to the beach. The gym is tiny and had no air con last time, which made it impossible to use. Last time I was there it was getting renovated, so could be looking good now. Only bad thing I remember was the bloody loud and hot AC on the balcony. Oh and I remember that little chaise longue (?) coming in useful many an evening!

[@maxbyrne851]

Thanks Ed.on the backing if your review I have booked 2 weeks at areca for June. Always a good time of year there. Just hope restrictions are gone by then. I'm just back from 4 weeks in phuket samui and phangan and it's just not the same. I'd give samui a skip if you were thinking about it. It's dead there

[@STEADY599]

Thanks for your info.

[@scippio3]

Nice review , thanks for showing us around,ive seen that hotel many times and always thought its in a perfect position and looks quality ,i looked on agoda but the price tag put me off last time I was there just before covid it was about 68 quid a night ,which is a bit strong that was in january so,yes high season ,i will try in March onwards next time probably a bit mote budget friendly

[@daveramm43]

Nice review Eddie, I don’t blame you for treating yourself to a nice hotel like that, the breakfast buffet is a nice extra and worth a few quid as are the 2 pools and gym. Regarding the TV in the room and wether or not people watch it, I do tend to turn it on in any new country I’m in because it gives me a small insight to what’s going on and I really get a sense that I’m in another country even if that means I’m watching a naff soap opera in a language I don’t understand! Keep the videos coming mate, a lot of us are travelling vicariously through you until we can hit the road again.

[@STEADY599]

Cheers, Dave.

[@starcade90]

I like watching Thai TV Channels as well even though I don't understand a word of it. Nice just to browse through the channels see what sort of stuff the Thai's are watching.

[@Tex_Symbol69]

@@starcade90 I do that as well ! I’ve found some funny variety shows

[@JazzFunkNobby1964]

Two Week Millionaires don't even notice that there's a TV in their hotel room. Too busy shagging anything that moves.

[@trademywayaroundtheworld7633]

@@STEADY599 Try the Omelette they make fresh in front of you in the morning buffett

[@williamruby9691]

Hi Eddy. Looks lovely, but a tad expensive! They used to have the annual Ladyboy water volleyball charity event every November there, an real EYE OPENER! Also, why where you wearing a face mask in your room? Take care, and enjoy! 🇬🇧

[@vinquinn]

It's a huge place. Not too many people around. Those fried eggs at breakfast looked just perfect. Enjoy.

[@hfc6535]

Brilliant review Eddie. Walked past 100 of times. Shall have a look next time

[@marko1316]

Great and accurate review. Best place to stay at: Clean, location, quality and great deals to be found of staying a day extra.

[@RantAndRave30]

Hi Ed, I’ve stayed in Areca Lodge a few times over the years last time being December, it’s a great location and good value, the only thing I don’t like is the shower in the bath and the shower curtain, always end up with water on the floor, a couple of points, there is a third building on the other side of the pool from your room that hold the premium rooms and you can walk straight out onto soi 15 which takes you to central festival, the other thing to mention on the breakfast is the lady makes you to order any egg style you want, I like that touch as eggs sat out all morning never look too appealing.

[@STEADY599]

Thanks for your info.

[@ozzy6668]

Thank you for keeping your mask on in your room - I don't want to catch the Onion🤣

[@deviousmeuk]

Ive forgot how many times Ive booked and had to cancel Areca lodge in the last 2 years. Fingers crossed for April. Areca is our go to hotel, has proper bacon at breakfast too. 😄👍

[@MalaysiaPhilip]

I've never stayed in the Areca Lodge, but walked past it many times. Kev in Thailand (rip) used to frequently mention the hotel on his videos. Loving the vids! Great news is coming out of the LOS's that the Test and Go is likely to restart by the beginning of February! My month long trip at the end of March is starting to look as though it's finally going to happen!! Yah!!!!

[@STEADY599]

Best of luck, mate.

[@asc.445]

1st stayed there back on 05, my first hotel in Pattaya. Great place.

[@Dirty__Dan]

Just re-watched your video, this is where I will probably end up staying when I visit Thailand this September. Well done Eddie, another great one.

[@STEADY599]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@magnusomg2276]

A Nice rewiev. But it is actually 3 buildings. Building no 3 is The one opposite your room. Agree that The aircon is noisy. It was so noisy that I upgraded my room. Add 200bt to 1750bt and got a room in The most recently renovated part of The hotel. Same building as The breakfastroom. Very comfortable and quiet rooms. Can recomend. Guestfriendly as you stated, The lady looked at me smiling and said one ladyfriend free if you bring 2 ladyfriends 300bt extra for towels.. lol

[@somtamsomchai4642]

Areca Lodge on Soi Diana. Stayed there first time in 2004. It's been hugely renovated and I could hardly recognize it in 2020. BTW in the deepest dark time of 2020 the room was 800 Baht. But no buffet breakfast only boring same stuff every morning (very few guests). You (and I) stayed in the "Corona" building (not the virus :>). Other buildings have even better rooms/AC etc. At the good old times before Covid you could hardly get a room for less than 2500 in January.

[@angloscot8122]

Stayed there many times and I love it - guest friendly and nice staff

[@KippaxInThailand]

Stayed many times one of my favourite hotels. Can't beat location and price plus it's got a little gym and pools. Take care eddy. Enjoy Koh Chang

[@goyoy6433]

Showed the front desk at Areca this video, the skinny girl looks and says, " Ohhh 40,000 subscribers". " I remember him.." You made them happy Eddie 👍👍

[@cardice3193]

Hi Eddy, The Areca's just round the corner from my apartment, I've only ever used the areca as a cut-through to get thru to the Avenue, the thing that's always put me off staying there is the shower over the bathtub arrangement.

[@mrmagic14u4one4]

I stay there often the trick is to say you have two guest that way your lady friend if she stays the night can have breakfast lol I like the new part better your staying in the old part of the hotel there are rooms that where 600 TB but you have to ask and they are not much of a view but they do have aircon

[@genokemp2433]

4 times i spent there Ed ,first time wasn't so nice ..My balcony overlooked a high rise parking lot(serves me right on trying to save a few £) 🤦‍♂️But my last time was worse ,i turned up and the 2nd swimming pool was out of use and being repaired ..Didn't ruin my holiday though ..the staff are lovely as always ❤️2 oclock you wake up ..you ever heard about people saying about the SUN ..it's real mate😏Your room was the same or close to it when the pool was out of use 😏

[@anthonyfoulds44]

You want to try the one one door to that Ed called the centara azure it knocks socks off that areca lodge and very reasonably priced including breakfast very well recommended ive stayed there lots of times and other hotels I've stayed in it doesn't compare 👍

[@tonymcquade]

Another great vid Eddy! I'm just happy you like your eggs over easy. Tired of seeing every egg sunny side up... 😋

[@STEADY599]

Those eggs were perfect. Good to hear from you.

[@paulsgetaways]

A great Hotel, stay there many times, lovely breakfast and the staff are really friendly.

[@goyoy6433]

They put me on the 5th floor second building as well. You're right. Great hotel and the room massage was very convenient.

[@MrAntman36]

I am enjoying the adventure Eddy! You really threw me with the title for a moment by writing Diane instead of Diana!

[@farmersmith7057]

Stayed there a few years ago. A lovely place and surprisingly low cost given its spaciousness.

[@leonardince7561]

Additional info, buffet brekkers, second larger pool not shown with poolside restaurant, another restaurant adjacent to outside bar to the front of the property

[@yetkan1]

has a very good reputation (!) the balcony on a evening/stay chill rooming.. quite minuscule for 2 residents ... its an older hotel build approx 2012 this for the level/site Mr.Sweeney was staying, you can see new(er) hotel(s) put the outdoor/airco/unit No more on the room/balcony as for the heat/waves the thing is making (!) anyhow your price for shorter/stay is good as for pandemic time they should !!!

[@rickgalla3377]

Great review, I'm staying there already over 10 yrs Older rooms are areca wing Corona wing I stay deluxe room/ facing pool Then there's evergreen wing but much more expensive Buffet every morning in both buildings Guest friendly

[@michaelhay8712]

Remember Kevin RIP review this place years ago, great location , like an oasis in the middle of the mayhem.

[@bulldog3209]

Great review Eddie wow the price is right for me i been to Pattaya many times really never heard of the hotel wonderful that's great i am planning my trip for this some time just waiting for the sand box but still i bit scared about the testing god i hope i don't test positive that's the only thing i am worried about anyway Eddie have a great holiday and remember keep smiling

[@STEADY599]

Cheers, mate.

[@MrFlashyAl]

Great hotel, I normally stay there in the Evergreen part. Lovely to bring a long time and laze away a few hours by the pool drinking cocktails and eating a few snacks. Close to Soi Buakhao and LK Metro and go out the back entrance and you have the Avenue. I don't bother booking the breakfast option though, prefer to eat out at other eateries.

[@TheRobertino2001]

Ed mate, you don’t need to wear a mask when you’re in a room on your own. Great vid mind 👍

[@louisburlingham6249]

Great review Eddy its sold to me when i can get in cheers

[@yorkiephil7744]

It's my favourite Pattaya hotel - hard to beat in terms of location, facilities, room sizes and staff.

[@rdd2643]

You're centrally located to everything

[@isaachunt8219]

Looks very old fashioned...its definitely a no from me. Plenty of better options

[@bodazephyr6629]

@@isaachunt8219 there are better hotels for sure, but at that price point it's one of the best in Pattaya.

[@Snip59]

That is one of the old rooms better then what u are used to Eddy indeed better to be comfortable cannot take the cash to the grave better Hotel for sure the newer ones are the front.

[@irishjonny11]

nice review Eddie.this was my go to hotel.always stayed in the new section..but they priced them selves out of it......much better hotels around for half the price.....

[@derekedwards1982]

Oh and there is a beer ya got to try when you get to Cambodia (I know you will be feet on the ground there soon lol) Hanuman Beer 🍺. New brew apparently. I asked em to order a case to see what people think (we only stock Angkhor, Cambodia and Ganzberg). Happy travels and don't trust the hotel Johnnies! 🤣😂🤣

[@reluctentninja]

I'm booked there in December, it was supposed to be May but there is too much uncertainty. Take care Eddie and I look forward to the next upload as I'm living vicariously through your travels 55555

[@STEADY599]

Cheers, Peter.

[@SoiBuakhaoRoutemasterbus]

A good review of a Pattaya hotel.... I have always stayed at an apartment block (Srithong Place opporsite Keng Lee)on Central Pattaya Road... It was 800Bht a night, no brekki but my breakfast is usually around lunchtime anyway! And there are plenty of places for eating. It's guest friendly and an equal distant from Soi 6 area as to LK Metro and beyond..... So, assumning it's still open when Thailand is back to normal tourism i will probably use again.... but if not i may try this one.....

[@Rosszac]

Ive walked past this hotel for years and never seen inside, i usually stay at View talay condo building next to Central festival 1500 baht a night, Id imagine Areca lodge might be more expensive once things get back to normal but that location is fantastic

[@petef9148]

I stayed there a few years ago...great location. My problem with it was that the sheets weren't made of cotton. They were of some man made material that "didn't breathe". I sweated all night.

[@waynevosper3407]

Nice hotel Eddie 👍. Would consider it. For me I like to stay near the beach Rd, so I always stay at the Basaya Hotel - formally the Nipa Lodge. On the central beach road. Great hotel at a similar price, however must admit it's looking a little tired these day's. Love the video's Eddie and keep safe mate. 👍

[@STEADY599]

Cheers, Wayne.

[@tommymay5901]

Great video thumbs up

[@andrewjohnson8003]

Hi Eddie. Stayed at this hotel early last year. Same building as you mate. Loved it there . I used the guest friendly service myself before I met my girlfriend. I think I was on the 4th floor with the same view. I did get it cheaper at the time I traveled there from Agoda . February last year.

[@STEADY599]

Great to hear from you, Andrew. Hope all is well.

[@Madaboutthailand]

Stayed there a few times, great hotel, great breakfast, great location.

[@Tex_Symbol69]

This is my first hotel I stayed in back in 2006, there is actually 3 X buildings. A newer building called the evergreen which is behind the pool from your room .

[@unionjack470]

Thanks Eddie, the Areca is my home from home, have stayed many times over many years, fantastic staff, always helpful. Also has a great outside bar at the front. Looking forward to staying there in May.

[@kiwimcozzie5431]

CHEEERS good video!

[@ramroddrone5449]

Dave Australia Eddie good to see you back in Pataya , good to see you keep moving ,1500 baht $63 Aussie dollars. For that room. About the same price as some good hotels Angeles City Philippines

[@NZMuzz]

Thanks for the sticky beak about !