Bangkok $29 Hotel With Pool Sukhumvit Terminal 21 Top Value Budget Hotel Thailand

[@tedrick4713]

Memory master. Miami Hotel /1969......my first visit., in a string of many and loved them all. Will see you there soon!!

[@SideTripLife]

Cool!

[@joelmonkley6177]

You a Vietnam vet ?

[@aborne7]

Your channel is so worth subscibing. Everytime you come up with useful tips and a fun to watch video. Hats off.

[@shelbyreedom1781]

I’ve stayed at that hotel many times over the years. Noticed the price went up on my last visit. Usually pay $20 but last visit was $29. They updated the gym recently. Still good value

[@petermathieson5692]

Oh, how Thailand calls out to me to return. I recognize all those places. What a city!

[@MrWidestripes]

man your coffee que narrative had me cracking up, you really meant the bit about the suitcase weight , hilarious, great video

[@reyaz8531]

Wait as we may at Starbucks, at least it isn't Tims. Your Indonesia trip was amazing, probably the best series on youtube I've ever seen! Fantastic to see another adventure back in Bangkok. Keep it up STL!

[@jorgemartinez452]

Always traveling as we would including places to stay. Here’s one all may like: Poo-Yai Lee Boutique Hotel at BP Place is located within 400 meters of Chatuchak Market, (Bangkok’s famous, gigantic weekend market), and a 10 minute walk to the BTS Sky Train (Mo Chit & Saphan Kwai Stations) and the MRT Subway Station (Suan Chatuchak Station). Also within walking distance is the Or-Tor-Kor Market. Second floor has a guitar shop run by Pead he’ll play anything from Neil Young to Blues. Food is wonderful too! Anyway thanks again for sharing your travels with us.

[@richardupton2778]

I have been based in SE Asia for 20 yrs now, mainly Thailand , I saw this channel last week and looked at a few of your videos , great content , useful and interesting , makes so much of a change than to see people trawling around the girly bars in Pattaya everytime. Good job Sir.

[@wisteria4981]

Ahhhmzing value on hotel, food, and the vibe can’t be beat. Thank you for all the great tips and recommendations STL🥰

[@sneakygit2430]

I stayed in SureStay Plus on Sukhumvit 2 and loved it. It’s about £40 per night but everything was modern, spotless and a rooftop pool. That Best comfort will definitely be on my list to try when I’m next over there.

[@kcl2862]

I’ve been looking for a hotel for months and believe I’ll rent here next month. Fits the bill perfectly. I owe you a dinner

[@mauihowey]

You’ve been away from home for a while….welcome back, enjoyed all the amazing spots you traveled to…..

[@jammers1967]

Hey there!! Arrived yesterday for my first trip to Thailand and am staying here per your recommendation. I have mixed feelings about it. Amazing location, so close to the action yet not noisy and only $29/night. The downside is that it is very budget minded; spotty WiFi, old very grainy television, no laundry service and bathroom amenities consists of a towel and shampoo/body wash mix. No regrets but if I come back I’ll fork over a few more dollars for a nicer place. And the mattress is rock hard. Great for my back but so much for my shoulders and hips as a side sleeper… keep up the good work. I’ll be in Hua Hin on the 18th

[@Jammer411]

That's all a single person needs. Good enough for me

[@juleskayak]

I stayed at Hotel Clover another great value stopover even closer to Asoke and T21. Fantastic breakfast, rooftop pool & bar

[@robert9248]

I like the clover better

[@clrodrick]

quick look shows nightly prices approaching $60 though. Kind of a different class of hotel compared to the one highlighted in this video

[@mattbryan8535]

Yep, doing a quick check it shows triple the price in Baht...no doubt it offers more but probably not a worthy comparison 🤔

[@mattstakes7047]

OHHHHHHH! I can't wait to see my old fave since 2008 The Miami. Was there in November 2019 before when the renovations started. I follow them on FB and am amazed at the changes. Plus been in a few Netflix series or movies now. Look forward to that! Cheers!

[@SideTripLife]

The old Miami renovation is all Miami Vice now (as we'll see next time;)

[@mattstakes7047]

​@@SideTripLife Thanks, Mate!

[@RobFomenko]

I'll be there next week. Good deal on what seems like a great hotel.

[@f.dt.f3965]

makes me warmer just watching .....cold here in montana

[@peterdunn6124]

Thanks

[@SideTripLife]

Cheers Peter! STL

[@TravelerJakarta]

Great video myfriend..Thank you for share

[@shirleyboy8859]

Your Videos ALWAYS make me feel Hungry STL..... I would not stop eating if I was there...... Great Vid as always Dear Chap........ :-))))

[@jeffjohnsonfutdoc]

Always so Thankful for your videos...truly am. I hope to retired there for a few months each winter once retired here in the USA 2 to 3 years from now. Thanks for givinng me and others a bird's eye view

[@MrSimonj1970]

That hotel was amazing for $30 in the centre of town! Steam room! Bangkok IS a steam room lol! Happy Wednesday buddy

[@timkdiamond]

Just landed BKK. Down to Hua Hin tomorrow. I blame you for all this. 😅

[@SideTripLife]

haha enjoy Tim! STL

[@RobFomenko]

Yeah side trip life got me into this too...now I'm in love with Thailand. Thai woman all want to know why you want come to Thailand and Thai lady? How to explain what a mess the west is currently....never mind just smile.

[@daveb3987]

My favourite KZbin channel!

[@edpphotos]

The Blooms 203 ถนน Soi Si Bamphen, Thung Maha Mek, Sathon, Bangkok 10120, Thailand no pool but great place long-term to setup base

[@paragonsmile]

Nice to see that hotel. I like old school thai hotels.

[@UCNXc-iyNDvUwAZE-QZM8xFg]

Wow, such a drastic contrast between Magical Mentawai and Boomin' Bangkok! The titillation of both areas is clear to see as they provoke the senses in vastly different ways. What a "trip" it has been to experience the contrasts through your lens. What a "trip" it will be to experience these contradictions IRL. You and your videos are a great inspiration for many. Bangkok missed you STL and she hopes you will stay, at least, another week 😉

[@SideTripLife]

Love the buzz and energy of Bkk (but missing magical Mentawai to be honest ;)

[@UCNXc-iyNDvUwAZE-QZM8xFg]

​Same. It appears that 4 days in BKK could be my max - ha ha.

[@RobFomenko]

@@UCNXc-iyNDvUwAZE-QZM8xFg 4 days in Bangkok and I was just getting started. Loved it !

[@MikeyInThailand]

Food is number one in Thailand and can’t be rushed making a decision 😂

[@scottmcgowan4813]

Good first tip on the ATM, hard to beat the Hotel for the location for that price.

[@alanharrison694]

You made me want to take a drive back to BKK! Have not been for a while. They just opened an El Gaucho near me in Jomtien, and I just found out that the first Tuesday of every month, every steak on the menu is 50% off. Keep those informative videos coming…my favorite.👍

[@SideTripLife]

El Gaucho has great steaks and food in general but spendy AF! So 50% off sounds great (bet they still make good money on it too;)

[@alanharrison694]

@@SideTripLife yes they do, but even at full price, they are still cheaper than Los Angeles.

[@redshift40]

Thanks for showing my favorite hotel. Loved my stay there. I stayed in the same room. Cheers!

[@jjstravelandadventures]

Many thanks for this video!!! I’ve been here at the Best Comfort for several days now. Great location, great WiFi and super friendly staff! You’re right that it needs some updates but it’s comfortable, clean, and reasonably priced!

[@michaelquillan5325]

Hi is it quiet ? Thank you

[@jammers1967]

@@michaelquillan5325yes, it’s very quiet

[@rebeccal.672]

Great hotel! I figure anything is a win as long as no bed bugs. YUCK! Welcome back to Bangkok! Thanks for sharing.

[@SideTripLife]

It may be an old hotel with blemishes but haven't encountered any BB's (which contrary to popular belief are transitory and can appear even in 5 star places).

[@RobFomenko]

@@SideTripLife I worked in hospitals for 39 years. BB can be nasty and can come in easily.

[@robiboy11]

stayed here last month the place is fantastic . All the hotel workers are charming and hard working. Food carts everywhere and next door is without a doubt the best Japanese restaurant in Bangkok. i stayed a month once you adapt to the hotel its the best experience you'll get .

[@gquon]

Can you tell me how much they charge per night and did they give you a discount for booking for a month? Thanks

[@robiboy11]

@@gquon not sure what it was for 1 night but i paid $1300 usa for the month

[@stuyoull4333]

Ahhh Sams Lodge.That brought back some memories.Liking the comfort hotel.Might have to try it out next time I'm in town

[@HectorGarcia-nb2ld]

You are beyond awesome. I would have never found this incredible hotel. God bless you.

[@thaicrazy45]

Good tip re the unrounded up amount at the ATM x

[@clrodrick]

agreed! Why did I never think of that? 🙂

[@michaelc5769]

Terminal 21 food court is absolutely tasty and a bargain to boot. Just remember to get enough $$ on your card and then cash it in before you leave. They also have a very nice smoothie stand with mango and more. I was last there towards the end of the pandemic restrictions and so many shops were closed. It's good to see it busy again.

[@abc123nick]

Watched this in pkk while doing laundry, thanks for showing me this place and all the other great spots! Cheers

[@SideTripLife]

Nice one Nick, enjoy! STL

[@Woolywonder-qy9um]

Thanks! Was looking for a hotel for our last 4 nights in Thailand. This fits the bill so we’ve just booked it😊

[@SideTripLife]

Hope you enjoy. As stated, it's got blemishes guys but if you're ok with that, good value and great location.

[@onechanneltorulethemall]

Nice to see you back in BKK

[@scottw7098]

I wish o knew about that last week, was finding it hard to get value around there ! That's excellent value.

[@walterbsprinks]

Great to see back very good budget hotel

[@mauimixer6040]

Thanks, most definitely my place to stay next trip to Thailand,to start, then one of your places in hua hin, but have you done chaing mai?😎

[@SideTripLife]

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[@mauimixer6040]

​@@SideTripLife Thank for the time savers. I'll be sure to mention you upon booking and arriving at anyplace you've shown.

[@mauimixer6040]

​​@@SideTripLifeit's only right, especially having been in sales and marketing for many yrs, especially in accommodations and as Island activity specialist in Hawaii. Btw, I stayed at the Manhattan last time in Bangkok which you mentioned was renovated but also price increased. We have very similar taste places. They had loc. ,$1000bht, and b-fasy buffet then, but simple is good too. Rooftop pools are Great !

[@actionator]

Thanks to you, Sir, I now have my initial arrival first few day plan to acclimate. Good info!

[@clrodrick]

That is indeed a great price! I wish I knew as I just was in Bangkok haha. Timing is everything I guess. I ended up trying out Dynasty Inn on Sukumvit 4 just South of nana plaza and all the bars there. My main worry was it would be too noisy, but I was pleasantly surprised at clean room and quiet when inside. It is high $40s/night and does not have a gym or pool though. Good to have cheap options on both sides of this area. Just my opinion, but not really a fan of Soi Cowboy. Too much pressure at agogos there + very high costs. Nana plaza offers better experience for those who partake in that kind of thing. I also prefer the regular bars on that side compared to Soi Cowboy area, but perhaps your future videos will enlighten me to some good places to check out. I am willing to change my mind. 🙂

[@dotted8-]

I agree with your coffee rant. I keep saying S-bucks and others need a separate plain-old coffee line for us simple coffee drinkers. ☕️

[@SideTripLife]

That's a GREAT idea! About my coffee rant, I wasn't 'really' annoyed (I'm a pretty chill guy actually) but while I was waiting and waiting and waiting just had a thought or two lol.

[@kevinp8108]

If you go to the Terminal 21 food court, never go between the hours of 12pm to 2pm because you will have a very difficult time finding a place to sit and enjoy your meal. I found that 11am is the best time to go because it's before the Thai office workers and students break for lunch.

[@SideTripLife]

Great 'local' tip right there. Thanks Kevin :)

[@cathyhughes7442]

Last year we stayed in New Siam Riverside hotel. Then back to stay at Hope Land Hotel again. Two different areas x

[@SideTripLife]

Prefect Bkk vacay split, urban and riverside! Btw will be showing my fav riverside hotel and tour next. STL

[@boxcartwilly]

Your hotel looks great, I really like the old hotels as long as they are looked after 👍😎

[@SideTripLife]

It's scuffed like an old hotel but if one doesn't mind that, great value.

[@danny_davis]

If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle for a bit, I highly recommended Kokotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 50. No pool, but it’s nice and clean and right beside the Lotus’s at On Nut station. $35-40 USD/night.

[@txmale5070]

love your informative videos

[@cherestey]

Just booked for mid March. Thank you!

[@joezip6389]

Thanks for the hotel tip, may be the first spot a I stay for a few nights when I arrive latter in the year Cheers,

[@buddydeni281]

Yes dude if you have big wallet, you'll be fine !

[@kosamui]

Very impressive salad bar! Absolutely top value hotel! Great video! 👏🏻👍🙏😎

[@_onesimpleidea]

Hi. Impressive salad bar where?

[@makavelli187]

Another great video. I'll be in Bangkok starting the 11th for a week. If you are around, would be cool to meet you for a beer or two or three!

[@benfishermin]

Nice that's a great value! You definitely won't get a cheaper nightly room anywhere along sukhumvit near the center.

[@txmale5070]

i think the hotel is a good value. i wouldnt hesitate to stay there. nice job

[@tommerryman6647]

Went to Starbucks once, ordered coffee for my wife. It was at the VA hospital in Temple Texas. Will never use that place again. Would rather go to street/mom and pop place, even 7-11.

[@practice2025x]

I have checked room availability as far as June 2027 and there are no rooms available. Really?!

[@kitty_s23456]

Hi. Maybe try to book for a few days then when you're there, arrange for a longer stay (if you wish). They have weekly & monthly rates, I think. I've stayed there 2x, both few days stay only.

[@WilliamFluery]

My favorite hotel stay in Bangkok was in 2007 at the Four Seasons BKK when I had a good paying job

[@JeremiahBlues]

Good to know some things never change... For me Bangkok's food courts have been in a strange decline - like, I'm used to my sen yai rice noodles being pure rice and brittle, but in the 2010s that got swapped that out for more springy chewy sen yai. I became very disillusioned with food courts and Thai street food (T21 in particular gives me anxiety attacks lol) until I realized a lot of it's still like they used to be down in Pattaya, in pricing, flavor and the random vendor's ability to spidey-sense what you want without speaking English :)

[@RobertRitchie-re5pt]

Love your vids. From Vancouver. Love bkk.

[@SideTripLife]

I still miss Van where I was born, always my home in my heart but no complaints living in Thailand.

[@intsccents]

Elephant pants give away a foreigner for sure...

[@cal1103]

I always go Terminal 21 to cool off and some food. My favourite mall :)

[@SideTripLife]

Same. In the west mostly avoid malls, here, it's both a meeting place and a cooling off place.

[@cal1103]

@SideTripLife sure is. I might try that hotel too. Prices gone thtough the roof in Pattaya with Chinese New year.

[@daveb3987]

In T21, I usually find someone sitting alone at a table for 2… “excuse me, may I sit here”.

[@marqui1968]

SLT ….. Seriously ….I LOVE YOU ❤ Never seen your face , more the mystery I love , how u love dogs I love , how u love cats I love , how u love cutie -pies on Mentawai You genuinely love animals And that’s why I love you 🥰 🤟 You have got me DREAMING of The Mentawai’s Brads Bakery for a pie 🥧 I’m there !!!!!😅 Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺 🤗🤗🤗🤗 Vids are 💯 bang on !!!!😊

[@SideTripLife]

awww.... thanks! (blushes;)

[@marqui1968]

@@SideTripLife ….. I’m literally watching your Vid on Belitung O M G !!!!!!! What a find !! Rock & Wreck Cottages Reggae on the beach Boulders on the crystal clear water Seriously Heaven on Earth I’m there !!! Mentawai’s can wait 🥴✈️ Your vids just the best , your humour is gold 👹🤟💫⚡️✨⭐️

[@eileengale7661]

Hi STL! Been meaning to say I like your new cameo addition to your intro...now “Let‘s Go!“ watch another great video by Side Trip Life!! 🥳🌈🤗

[@topplacetoLive]

Thanks for sharing this top value budget hotel option in Bangkok.

[@petermathieson5692]

What a guy. What a following! Well deserved.

[@BP-gu6eb]

Thanks for sharing , great find .

[@ronkeeney1752]

Will be coming to Thailand soon if all goes well. I have a line on a cargo trailer I plan to buy , revocation into a livin trailer complete with solar-powered ac to ping on a leased bayside lot between Hua Hin and Prachuap Khiri Khan.

[@robert9248]

But isn’t the street out front narrow to walk down and busy at certain times of the day. However laundry is close and they will pick up and deliver by next day.

[@SideTripLife]

Yes, VERY narrow but only half block to Suk 19

[@charliejackson6192]

Bangkok looks nicer than the American cities I’ve been in my whole life

[@antruok4950]

STL in BKK means watch , learn & enjoy 😃 - The hotel is good - Thanks 🙏 👌✔️👍👋🙏

[@Marco-Cina]

Amazing video! Now i can watch it :)

[@vattpo]

That's very good price hotel. I wouldn't mind staying there.

[@samfromcanada]

7:22 khao kha moo! I have had this menu many times at Terminal 21!

[@dand7939]

Nooooo lol don't show everyone my hotel! I've been staying there for years but has been harder and harder to book every year 555

[@incomelife]

exactly.. my fav Suk Hotel just refused a discount for my next trip.. after staying there 6 months a year the last 8 years..

[@flutingaround]

I just tried to book for my dates and it's sold out. 😂

[@hockey_hungry]

Hahha same I just saw the thumbnail and said wait a second is that my hotel!?!? Damn man

[@samfromcanada]

I guess I'm going to have to give this place a fitting.

[@murraymarshall5865]

There are so many other good, and cheaper, coffee places why go to Starbucks?

[@eatthailand6479]

Have any idea when they last updated it? I stayed there many times years ago and I stopped. I have to leave it at that because you're not allowed to say to much negative things in Thailand.

[@SideTripLife]

Some rooms have been updated but it's still a very old hotel with many blemishes (as expected for around 1000 baht with pool 5 mins walk to BTS). Can opt for 1500-2000 Baht tier hotels and get much nicer/newer of course (but mostly without pool). Also have some favs in that tier, may do another vid on that.

[@MoreFormosa]

nice find! thanks for sharing

[@rickyd9366]

Excellent, Thank you sir.

[@mauricerobillard612]

Heading to Bangkok soon. Does it have a proper balcony ?

[@Kiianu]

No more Sizzler restaurants in Perth Western Australia 🇦🇺 after Covid in November 2022. “Collins Foods closed all of its remaining Sizzler restaurants in Australia in November 2020.” Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit is the best experience for me so far… or any of the Radisson Hotels.

[@RobFomenko]

Just left Bangkok for Hua Hin. Stayed at solitaire Sukhumvit 11. Lots of Indians. Nice hotel with great breakfasts and a nice pool. Took the blue line from my dentist office back to Sukhumvit. Interesting. Starbucks sucks. Had the best cappuccino here in Hua Hin today. Great value in that hotel. Sweet gym. Hows the smell? Going south to prachuap khiri Khan on Wednesday. Then I have a choice of either going to Chiang Mai because I bought airline tickets from Hua Hin 2 Chiang Mai and then decided to go to Jomtien Beach instead. But now I'm thinking maybe I made a mistake and I should fly up to Chiang Mai and check it out. Final destination is Pattaya. I've already pretty much made the decision to move here I just not sure where. Bangkok was a little too crazy for me otherwise I loved it there. I'm finding hua hin to be a little too trendy with a little too many familiar faces with kids. Not really my scene anymore. Fell in love with Thailand in the craziness of Bangkok. Thanks for turning me on to Thailand.

[@SideTripLife]

Smells like an older hotel does but not bad, just old. Many newer/nicer options in next tier 1500-2000 baht but few with pools and walk 5 mins to BTS (have a few favs in this range, may do another vid). In Hua Hin if you go up Soi 94 or 80 you won't see many families lol. Btw, wind mostly blows N/E across the gulf this time of year + higher tides so HH & Prachuap beaches a bit more churned up at the moment (calmest/clearest water after April). Jomtien will be calmer now as they're on the lee side this time of year. Around May wind switches to S/W so then Phuket side and beaches facing West on Gulf side get the wind/choppiness. Would deffo keep the plan to visit Chiang mai esp as you're on a scouting mission to potentially relocate. Best look as far and wide as possible as seems your (smart) plan. Sounds like you may prefer a Jomtien style more, look fwd to your updates. STL

[@RobFomenko]

@@SideTripLife thanks. Yes the beach is gone ATM. High waves and surf is moving NW. Visited a real estate agent today, a brit, says house with pool 26700 Bhat south of hua hin. Decided to skip Pattaya and go back to Bangkok. Met some ladies that I want to spend more time with. Miami hotel was what I picked. The place you showed was full. But first monkey mountain. 🙏

[@RobFomenko]

Arrived in Jomtien beach last night. Staying at U Jomtien Pattaya hotel. Very nice and on the beach road. Every where I go it's cool. Loving Thailand.

[@SideTripLife]

Go Rob!

[@warrpedd]

I've got a good hotel on Sukhumvit and it's already hard to book as is so it'll be my little secret.

[@solarplexus4003]

Great value hotel there, Best Comfort.

[@SideTripLife]

It's pretty old skool, lotsa blemishes but great value and great gym!

[@solarplexus4003]

Works for me. I'm not spoiled.@@SideTripLife

[@johnmycroft3065]

what stop is that on the bts. Can i take the bts from airport??>

[@Oggiwara1]

Thanks for sharing! My favorite eatery at Terminal 21 is Pepper Lunch. I will really try Best Comfort next time we are in BKK. Do you know if they have long term price like week or monthly price?

[@SideTripLife]

Monthly? Not sure. Perhaps in low season? They look booked solid now (oops) but perhaps contact them directly. Note on their own website there's a flashing 15% discount sign but no promotion indicated.

[@MikeHoncho884]

$29 a night US for your place that you stayed. Are there any places for us cheap Charlie’s? Lol Another great vid that was way too short . I would love to hear all the technical stuff and how you get your money. Do you have a bank in Thailand that you go to or do you transfer money only through a ATM card from Canada? Do you use Charles Schwab? I have a Fidelity account that will reimburse the use of ATMs. Everything down to where you buy most of your coffee for your Aero press. I think it would be interesting to see your daily life. Other than looking for places to stay. Even Visa stuff would be interesting. What you take is on everything, your true professional!!! Safe travels

[@SideTripLife]

Thanks. Will consider that. I just use online banking from Canada to my Thai banks and ATM.

[@nuabruno]

Warm greetings from your recommend Khao Tao Beach Lodge! Rooms a bit basic but still a great find, thank you. Next stop, Sam Roi Yot!

[@SideTripLife]

Didn't stay there but loved the cafe which I was recommending, such a nice outlook too. Anyways, glad it worked out. Sam Roi Yot should be lovely. Enjoy!

[@sjwilkin]

Sorry where was the first part of the video? Looked like Malaysia?

[@SideTripLife]

Pls see: kzbin.info/www/bejne/haiYcnl7i9B0kKc

[@rileyjones650]

Love work!

[@molonlabe9602]

I've stayed at Best Comfort a few times. Price, breakfast, pool, location and car park.

[@mauimixer6040]

How was the breakfast? Anything good? I've stayed at the Manhattan, close by, in 17, which incl a great bfast.

[@urbanart7325]

Was there last week. You got to prepay and get a card to use around the different shops.

[@_onesimpleidea]

Where?

[@jimmccann3856]

Good find! Well done.

[@Wrtp.]

Cheers for that video.🍻🍻🍻🍻👍

[@mijead00]

Perfect hotel for that price I will book next time Micke 🇸🇪

[@SideTripLife]

It's older, has blemishes but good location and value.

[@mijead00]

@@SideTripLife Clen bed is most important

[@IanTriggs]

You were in Kanom almost 3 years ago. Tourist numbers are still WAY below pre-pandemic levels, so those who said it would take years were absolutely right.

[@SideTripLife]

Again, sans Chinese en masse Thailand's not going to reach 40 mil (thank goodness many would say). However, ex-Chinese Thailand has been rebounding quite well. In Hua Hin it's busiest I've seen in years. My normally 50%+ empty building is full and in Khao Takiab there's dinner time queues at most restaurants. Looked at going to Phangan, Samui or Phuket (Naiharn/Rawai) but it's almost impossible to find longer term accommodation (particularly at decent rates). I'm hearing Chiang Mai is also chokablok. So it appears there's certainly been a surge in long stayers and at projected 28-35 mil vs 40 mil, hardly the slow trickle back many predicted.

[@philip5899]

I stayed there last November 👍 but I’d give breakfast a miss. You can walk to Sukhumvit and get morning office workers at next to nothing and tastes great!

[@SideTripLife]

Yep, as stated breakfast very minimal eggs, cereal, toast, coffee but incl at least. And as you say, lotsa inexpensive options around

[@mauimixer6040]

​@@SideTripLifethe Manhattan use to have a pretty good bfast, back in 17 , and was about same price in January. Definitely like the rooftop pool n sauna etc. breakfast sounds ok for me. Can you get the eggs how you want?

[@SideTripLife]

As stated above, some say breakfast at Best Comfort is best missed lol. But for under 1000 baht hotel with pool 5 mins to BTS, any brekky is a bonus (if only very basic eggs/sunny only plus a bit of rice/noodles toast & coffee). Manhattan nicer plus good breakfast but +800 Baht/$22 more so a toss up, depends what one desires.