Areace Lodge - Again!!!

[ben99]

Hi all.

 

I enquired via - sawadee.com - for accomodation at Areca Lodge - deluxe, pool view, double - 1190baht a night.

 

I asked for quote for 30 days, specifically requesting a discount for one month.

 

I received a reply stating the room is available - but they cannot offer a discount and the price is - 35700baht

 

1. Is this unreasonable? If I called the hotel directly, would I have more luck? If I just booked three days to start with, intending to negoiate upon my arrival, can I be reasonably assured the room will be available for one month?

 

2. Does 'double' mean one large bed or twin single beds?

 

I arrive end of May.

 

Many thanks guys and girls.

[yselmike]

they do not need to offer discounts they are very busy cos its a good place to stay

[deadman]

i'm sure you'll be able to get a better deal by contacting the hotel directly!!!

[ben99]

I think it may be wise to book for 7 days in the first instance - then if I like it, I can always extend - providing the room is available!

 

Gym is a must for me - as I need my daily self-esteem boost!

 

Any views on what 'double' means?

Edited March 14, 2006 by ben99

[UncleSam]

Double means one large bed.

[ben99]

Double means one large bed.

Great - room for three then?

[Tengotodo]

I think it may be wise to book for 7 days in the first instance - then if I like it, I can always extend

Good thinking! Plus, if you do move hotels you will undoubtedly visit "new" places during your daily meanderings. Personally, I don't like to stay in the same hotel for more than 2 weeks. New Hotel = new soi = new sanuk

[PlanetWave]

I'm also thinking of booking a deluxe room at the Areca. Have a couple questions - How big is the room? / can I get a deluxe room on a high floor? - thanks in advance

[ben99]

Good thinking! Plus, if you do move hotels you will undoubtedly visit "new" places during your daily meanderings. Personally, I don't like to stay in the same hotel for more than 2 weeks. New Hotel = new soi = new sanuk

Yes- 7 days it is then!

 

Can you remember how many digits - the in-room safe had? Obviously, one needs at least four.

 

Thanks