New Siam II

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Vanessa Perez

3/5Google· 5 months ago

The hotel was quite old, and the rooms were a bit small, as was the bathroom. The pool was fine, and the breakfast was good too. You have to ask at the front desk if you want your room cleaned. The location is good; overall, it’s a decent hotel for a couple of days. However, the rooms are quite dated and are currently being renovated, which causes some annoying noise during the day. The room has a safe and a fridge, but they don't provide a water dispenser for guests.

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Dhani Henson

3/5Google· 10 months ago

I’ve been staying at this ‘family’ of guesthouses since 1997, and this particular one since it opened 20 years ago, but I think it’s probably my last stay. Nothing is terrible, but nothing is great either. Used to be a friendly place with lots of smiling service, but while it’s clean and efficient, the ‘hospitality’ part is missing. Even the switch from a nice breakfast menu to a bland buffet kinda makes it feel like you’re just being moved through instead of welcomed. Now it seems it’s way overpriced as a guesthouse, but not quite nice enough to be a decent hotel. You’re paying close to hotel price, but not getting hotel professionalism or comfort - or even a ‘welcome’ at check in. At this price point you can stay at much newer properties in the neighborhood, with softer beds, better showers, less dated decor. They do have re-furbished rooms, but at a higher price, and still the same uninspiring service at the front desk and in the restaurant. In short, just not good value anymore. As a customer who’s stayed here 10-12 days a year for 20 years, even lived here for 2 months once, sadly it’s time to move on.

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David Bairstow

2/5Google· 7 months ago

I’ve been using this place for several years now. Probably won’t return. They’ve refurbished the rooms on floors 4&5. They call them deluxe. The a/c is noisy so you will find it difficult to sleep with a/c on. Also, annoyingly, they have removed the ceiling fan. The unrefurbished rooms still have the fan and a/c. and a wardrobe. The room rates have gone up substantially. They justify this by supplying a very poor ‘free’ breakfast buffet. And if you had to book the ’deluxe’ room you also get a limited menu lunch/dinner. But you’re now paying £15 more for the room. The balcony is a joke. Climb through the window to one chair and an a/c unit. Such a shame. The pool looked cloudy. Great staff and location. All good things end.

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Trip.com Member

5/5Trip.com· 3 months ago

Good location. The room was a bit small but for a quick stay I wouldn't mind. The breakfast was good with variety of options.

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Rhonda Balzan Bastow

5/5Google· 7 months ago

What can I say! This place is home if your mum was Thai! Friendly & helpful staff, lovely rooms & always refreshing pool. Been coming here for many years, will return. Location second to none...no.15 bus outside to MBK mall & Bangkok City Arts Centre, the beautiful Chao Praya River across the road, this is the Premier place to be, off Soi Rambuttri with night life galore. Swadee Ka, New Siam 2, in our hearts ❤️

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kirkh797

1/5Tripadvisor· 5 months ago

Unfortunately my room resembled a shabby backpackers hostel. There were stains on all the walls/ceiling, graffiti and stickers in the bathroom, zero noise proofing with doors slamming all night. Generally grimy and worn out. Booked for 4 nights and stayed 1 night- no refund of course. My wife is Thai and not fussy. She hated it too. Find something better and give it a miss

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Данияр Жуванышев

5/5Google· 9 months ago

Perfect location for the first days in Bangkok. Old town, many interesting places are in close proximity. As for the hotel, it has everything that is needed for your stay. Bed, shower, swimming pool, breakfasts, WiFi, etc. ATM is right at the entrance. As for me, I prefer efficiency over luxury, so for me this hotel was the best option - simple but efficient. Recommend it for solo travelers and those travelling in pairs.

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Joel Anderson

1/5Google· 6 months ago

Pros - Good location for khao San road and some major sights at least (tho Bangkok has so many cool neighbourhoods not too important for me) - nice staff Cons - AC is extremely noisy and without a method to be cooling on low fan speed. It is a choice between staying cool and being quiet, which is obviously a big issue when trying to sleep. Fridge is also noisy.