Being at four different hotels for the last week and a half taught me one thing to know during traveling; picking the right hotel determines the air of the trip. You wake up in the hotel and start the day there and it is where you go back to sleep and end your day. A smooth walk out of the hotel door can get you prepared for your trip while a mishap at the hotel can ruin your day. For a business travel, you are most likely to go back to the same hotel, thus making the right choice will help you out in the long run as well.
Choosing which hotel to lodge in before internet was a very difficult process; looking through the yellow pages, asking around relatives and friends who visited the place, asking a traveling company to find one or even plan out a whole trip for you. But now, everything is at your fingertips, from locations, room rates, and phone numbers to reviews and pictures by the people who stayed at the hotel. A lot of traveling websites that books your trip including your airplane ticket, car rentals and lodging are the ones most trusted and it is a lot cheaper, but if you insist on doing your own research, you always have your favorite search engines.
After finding the different hotel locations at your destination, you can plan out your trip more time efficient by picking out a place that is closest to your desired destination and tourist sites. The hotels usually have pictures of their rooms and lobby on their websites, but if not, you can click on the review by the travelers and they might have some pictures with it.
The reviews can be found in other popular portal websites. In the review, most websites offer for the user to not only write the review but rate the hotel and gives you an average score of the hotel. Most of the reviews and ranking system are trustworthy, but I would look at two reviews from each rank so that you would know what to expect at every situation, and watch out for spammers.
Lastly, as a traveling tip, if you are traveling with a friend, it sometimes makes life so much easier if you book two single bed rooms at a local inn instead of a two bed room at a luxury hotel if the costs are not much different either way. Having a single bathroom would be the first problem amongst the two in the morning and even other privacy matters might come into consideration. Some of the chain motels like best western are almost as good as a regular hotel you find, so consider it a great option for your travel. If you think all these were a hassle, you can just look and book your trip at the travel agency websites.
At the end, don't forget to check your check in and checkout times, and you'll be fine for the rest of the trip.
Looking for a relaxing yet adventure-filled vacation? Even before the Leonardo DiCaprio starrer, The Beach, brought controversy - and media mileage to this mystical yet modern country in the east, Thailand has long been a favorite among tourists - especially backpackers who want to experience a holiday to remember.
For first-timers in Thailand, it is highly recommended to stay in the country's capital, Bangkok for at least three days. In spite of the many high-rise buildings and posh malls, Bangkok has certainly not lost its Eastern charm as you are reminded of the Thais rich culture every place you go - through the many temples, the delectable food, and the people's warm hospitality. It is also good to note that holidaying in Thailand - no matter which Thai city you choose to stay in, is actually very cheap.
So let's start with the basics of planning the ultimate Thailand holiday. First things first, you will need to find a clean, reputable - and affordable Thailand hotel. If you're a first timer at this country, you will be surprised by how many Thailand hotels there are. From the super posh to the dirt cheap hotels frequented by backpackers, there certainly are a lot of choices when it comes to a suitable Thailand hotel for all your needs and preferences.
For those who want budget-friendly Thailand hotels that are right smack in the center of Bangkok city, the Pratunam or the Pathumwan area is the place to go. A lot of vacationing families and Asian tourists abound in this area so expect everything to be very touristy. The good thing about the Thailand hotels available in this area though is that majority of the major shopping destinations are easily within reach here. Some of the must-sees are: the popular MBK mall, the uber posh Siam Paragon and the trendy Platinum mall, which is just a few steps away from the very crowded, Pratunam market. The Platinum mall and the Pratunam market are both highly recommended by those who frequent Bangkok, you can get trendy and fashionable items for a much cheaper price compared to tourist traps like the Suan Lum Market. Just don't forget to haggle and if you can, buy in bulk.
But back to the hotels, if you have a budget for just a 3-star hotel, expect most of Thailand hotels under this category to be fairly decent. Usually with outdated furnishings and fairly clean rooms, 3-star Thailand hotels are still able to make up for these through the great prices that they are offering as well as for the free hotel breakfast for each day of your stay. So load up on the yummy treats that will be on offer and you will surely be able to save a bit since you won't be go around Thailand on an empty stomach.
Of course, as an added service - and a great way to earn extra, Thailand hotels also offer great sightseeing tours for their guests. If you're not that stingy, you will find the prices for these tours to be fairly decent. Expect these tour packages to include a visit to the Grand Palace; the nearby Wat Pho where you will find the world famous, Temple of Reclining Buddha; a tour of the Floating Market where you can sample cheap and yummy Thai delicacies; and a chance to ride an elephant at the nature trek.
Other things that are pretty common services and facilities with Thailand hotels are a decent internet connection - usually available at the hotel lobby, a laundry service, and hotel pick up service. If you are interested to find out more about places to stay whether in Bangkok or other cities in Thailand, just check out the Internet for more.
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