Chang Thong House Hotel (Soi Diana)

[yorta2 683]

Can anybody tell me if this hotel is still in existence and if it is still viable as a hotel? I can't seem to find out much about it, and in particular, recently. It's location is great, but I can't recall ever noticing it.

[cicero1520 19]

I can't find it Yorta !

[yorta2 683]

Thanks - it seems that Trip Adviser is about the only site that has anything on it. It opened in 2009, but that seems to be about all. Stuffed if I know! I just might forget about it.

[Guest Fatboyfat]

Google it Yorta. Loadsa info on it, but couldn't find a dedicated website.

[yorta2 683]

Thanks, Fatboyfat, but I thought when I said there was a little information on the Travel Adviser site, it would be obvious that I had Googled it. Anyway, it doesn't seem like it really exists, does it?

[yorta2 683]

Funny thing is that this link shows it was there in 2011/2012. Don't know why I can't find it:

http://pattayabound.blogspot.co.uk/2011/05/changthong-house-hotel-soi-diana.html

[The_Fat_Controller 25]

I just walked past this place, about 3 buildings along from the Areca Lodge, on the same side going towards Soi Bua Khao.

 

Looks to be in business and there is a Pink Lady Restaurant on the ground floor.

[Guest Fatboyfat]

Thanks, Fatboyfat, but I thought when I said there was a little information on the Travel Adviser site, it would be obvious that I had Googled it. Anyway, it doesn't seem like it really exists, does it?

A lot more than the travel advisor pages; Anyway just seen the place this afternoon, but FC has already posted info.

[piero 1]

Another info, in german...

http://pattayafans.de/changtong_hotel.htm

[The_Fat_Controller 25]

email

 

changthong_house@hotmail.com

 

phone numbers

 

038 421334, 038 410907

 

From their business card which I picked up on the way past at 2330 tonight.

[yorta2 683]

Thanks, Guys, I really appreciate your efforts and might contact them - could be a cheaper option than Areca, which does not have vacancies for my next visit, and still be in a very handy location. If I stay there I'll definitely give a report.

[yorta2 683]

I guess I should be used to the fact that many Thais do not respond to emails, but hoped this hotel would. Just have to make another international phone call - worth it if it works out.

[yorta2 683]

I made a booking with ChangThong House Hotel, but it took a couple of calls. On the first, no-one could speak more than a couple of words in English and I was asked to call back a couple of hours later. On the second call, a woman spoke to me in English that wasn't much better and I am proud to say that my limited Thai got me through, with her praising me for my efforts and I praising her for her English attempts - ( a mutual admiration society? ). Anyway, I have a room booked for 1000THB per night for 5 nights. I hope the hotel lives up to my expectations. It is, of course, girl friendly and the pool at Areca Lodge can be utilised, although I rarely use one - either a quick cool shower in my room, or just stay in an aircon'd bar.

[cicero1520 19]

Good luck with room.

 

Have a wander down Soi Honey and see what new Honey hotel looks like.

 

Good site, but a bit procey I hear.

[tomcat76 327]

Good luck with room.

 

Have a wander down Soi Honey and see what new Honey hotel looks like.

 

Good site, but a bit procey I hear.

 

Have been wondering about that place myself. Might drop by and ask to see a room tomorrow. Some of the bars & massage places on that soi have some tempting looking girls ( mostly up toward the Bukhao end).

[cicero1520 19]

Have been wondering about that place myself. Might drop by and ask to see a room tomorrow. Some of the bars & massage places on that soi have some tempting looking girls ( mostly up toward the Bukhao end).

 

A bit low end, but there is a nice lesbian duo next door but one to Noi Bar.

[aussiechic 209]

Just spent 8 days there in February we paid 1200 baht a night include 2 breakfasts that are basic. On the last day we checked out at 5 pm no extra charge. Stayed on the 4th floor good small lift all mirrored freaky. Basally loved the place was quite, central to everything we do and the staff were Thai so were very accommodating. Down side Eden massage just across the road.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frang and Thai showers (one only cold) This is the only place were the water pressure was to high and we had to turn value down to allow the water to get hot.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Common area on our floor

 

 

 

 

[yorta2 683]

Thank you so much for that, Aussiechic, it was exactly what I was looking for. I feel much more content that I have booked there now. Great to have a report on any hotel.

[soisauce 0]

Just booked up again - cant fault it Changthong House Hotel The only down side is some people end up paying a lot more than others as there is no price per night rate displayed - haggling is expected in Pattaya wether you are buying a shirt or a hotel room

[aussiechic 209]

Just booked again for May paying $1000 baht a night this time not high season and happy to pay it.

[yorta2 683]

I'm in in May too - but 1st 'til 6th. Maybe a bit short, but at least I get to try it.

[soisauce 0]

I made a booking with ChangThong House Hotel, but it took a couple of calls. On the first, no-one could speak more than a couple of words in English and I was asked to call back a couple of hours later. On the second call, a woman spoke to me in English that wasn't much better and I am proud to say that my limited Thai got me through, with her praising me for my efforts and I praising her for her English attempts - ( a mutual admiration society? ). Anyway, I have a room booked for 1000THB per night for 5 nights. I hope the hotel lives up to my expectations. It is, of course, girl friendly and the pool at Areca Lodge can be utilised, although I rarely use one - either a quick cool shower in my room, or just stay in an aircon'd bar.

Are you saying that guests at the changthong house now have free use of the Areca Lodge swimming pool? That would be excellent

[yorta2 683]

I originally thought it was free access, but now have been informed by someone else that it costs 80 Baht. However, all Farang look pretty much the same to Thais, and I reckon you wouldn't have any problem using the pools freely, as long as you don't make a big fuss about it. When I am there (in a few weeks) I have some friends staying at Areca, so will just join them if I need a cool dip but, normally I don't really care.

[sam007 2]

The place looks great. I will surely try to get a room there from 4th to 10th May.

[sam007 2]

I made a booking with ChangThong House Hotel, but it took a couple of calls. On the first, no-one could speak more than a couple of words in English and I was asked to call back a couple of hours later. On the second call, a woman spoke to me in English that wasn't much better and I am proud to say that my limited Thai got me through, with her praising me for , my efforts and I praising her for her English attempts - ( a mutual admiration society? ). Anyway, I have a room booked for 1000THB per night for 5 nights. I hope the hotel lives up to my expectations. It is, of course, girl friendly and the pool at Areca Lodge can be utilised, although I rarely use one - either a quick cool shower in my room, or just stay in an aircon'd bar.

 

Just called these guys a short while ago, what a horrible experience. The guy could not speak a single word in English. With much efforts, he took my booking as month number 5, from number 4 to number 10 in the name of India. It doesn't satisfy me hence I have written a mail. Not sure whether someone would actually respond. let's wait and watch. But the place really looks nice.