http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews.html en-us Hotel Reviews about the Royal in Bangkok, Thailand Copyright 2009 AsiaRooms.com 100 28 http://www.asiarooms.com/ http://www.asiarooms.com/images/asiarooms-rss.gif AsiaRooms.com: Royal Hotel Reviews http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/924079.html Old structure in a strategic location. Strongly suggested to easy-going travellers. Mr. Ivano, Bosio Sat, 22 Aug 2009 08:12:30 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/924028.html A Good place to start visiting Bangkok Mr. Simons, Frans Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:40:00 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/921141.html . Mr. Roberto, Domizi Mon, 20 Jul 2009 08:51:14 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/920324.html Hotel was fine for a sleepover at bangkok, however if you want to stay longer than one night, this place might not be ideal. The smell of the downstairs restaurant is all over the place, and there are simply too much salesmen (taxi, tour) inside the ... Mr. Arnold Thu, 09 Jul 2009 09:15:40 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/920147.html Perfect location, near kao san road.Okey breakfast buffé.Small pool. Mrs. Ragnar, Erika Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:09:25 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/918020.html Thoroughly enjoyed the service from the girls at the desk. Found them most helpful. Buffet was great with a wide choice of food.Excellently positioned as a stepping off place for sightseeing. Khoa san road only a hop skip and jump away. Great eating ... Mr. Ricchini, James Mon, 08 Jun 2009 07:35:07 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/916908.html The accomodation was basic but comfortable, the only issue is that we were in the old part of the hotel which I think has recently suffered a lot of water damage as several rooms were out of action and drying out with huge heaters, but the main issue... Mr. Gray, Luke Sun, 24 May 2009 12:05:41 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/912702.html DONT GO TO THIS HOTEL!!! Ms. Schutz, Daniella Sun, 05 Apr 2009 17:21:09 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/912692.html again and again enjoyable Mr. Huemer, Wolfgang Sun, 05 Apr 2009 13:39:44 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/912158.html Hotels very good shame about the breakfast! Probably the worst ive ever had Mr. Leary, Peter Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:42:49 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/912075.html Room was not very clean but still acceptable. Reception staff were really unfriendly! Laggage deposit (check out in the morning and flight in the evening) is charged! Roberto Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:35:08 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/912038.html I read the reviews before i went and didnt think i could be that bad...unfortunately it was. The staff were very rude and very unhelpful, even to the extent where they try and rip you off recommending taxis, which cntinuously bug you everytime you st... Ms. Richards, Lisa Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:07:31 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/911876.html Excellent breakfast and lunch buffets. Spacious and regal setting and extremely convenient to the bus and ferry routes and major tourist sites. Mr. Playford, Roland Sat, 28 Mar 2009 16:21:16 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/911829.html We have stayed at this hotel many times in our 17 years of regularly visiting the Far East and Bangkok without staying in the Royal would not be the same - even if they took money for our involuntary cancellation due to the civil unrest closing the a... Mr. Playford, Roland Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:59:15 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/911400.html We have stayed at the Royal Hotel several times before this, and we find it cheap and well located not in the busiest parts of Bangkok. This time we were given huge rooms. Our sons appeciate that it´s close to Kho San road. The only thing we find a b... Mr. Keiseraas, Oystein Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:26:14 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/911196.html Great location - close to Golden Palace, Chao Praya River, Khaosan Road. Room is good-sized, though beds are hard. Full breakfast buffet is nice. Great price. Ms. Herbert, Calista Sat, 21 Mar 2009 23:14:17 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/911055.html Hotel is old but quiet clean.. hotel staff very grumpy and unhelpful,, staff at tour desk conning peolpe all day long...door man not open door and watch people struggle with shopping and things... taxis out side charging 4 time the meter price.. goo... Mr. Fudge, Roy Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:23:02 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/910554.html The Royal is an absolutley massive hotel, and we certainy were happy with the size of our room. However, the hotel is very old, and we had many mildew/mould spots on our roof. Our bathroom door did not close, as the door had swollen from water damage... Ms. Pearce, Nicole Sun, 15 Mar 2009 05:04:41 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/910463.html Second time to stay this year.A better room on the first floor with a good bathroom. Breakfast very good.Pool area ok.Good location. But be aware of the taxi service offered from the hotel lobby (A cut price offer of 250b to go to the airport was, it... John Fri, 13 Mar 2009 13:26:43 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/910456.html this is quite an old hotel and when i first entered it i noticed a not so pleasent smell and the room was old and basic however once i settled in i started to see the hotels good points. the hotel has a nice swimming pool which keeps the noise of the... Mr. Martin, Ewan Fri, 13 Mar 2009 11:59:42 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/909950.html Hotel has very rude front desk personal.Flight arrived at midnight arrived at hotel around 2am,made us wait 3 hours before we could get a room.Had to be moved to another room because of bed bugs.explanatin was they have many travlers bugs could have ... Mr. Gipson, David Sat, 07 Mar 2009 15:25:01 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/909899.html My husband and I have stayed at the Royal Hotel , for the passed 20 years, and this was the worst visit we had at this hotel, my husband woke up at 3 am, to find BED BUGS, on him, we went to the front desk, they never even said they were sorry , afte... Mr. Gipson, David Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:14:21 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/909794.html Overall a very pleasnt stay. Staff were efficient but on check in not the most welcoming (first impressions ).At check out a senior member was extremely helpful allowing use of room 'till 2pm and pool area afterwards until 6pm. Holding 2 pieces of ... John Thu, 05 Mar 2009 20:45:05 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/907767.html The plus for the Royal is it's location close to the Royal Palace and other sights. If you can get a room on the back side it is quiet, the front side has considerable street noise. Rooms are rather plain but adequate. Breakfast selection is good.... Mr. Space, James Wed, 11 Feb 2009 14:33:26 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/907073.html Nice size rooms and good breakfast. We didn't book tours with them. Better to book them with an agency near by. Easy to get to hotel using Express bus which drops you off near by. Mrs. Souligny-prud'homme, Chantal Wed, 04 Feb 2009 08:59:58 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/906502.html We chosed Royal Hotel because of the location and the price. We were very satisfied with everything, we would like to come again next year. Mr. Lykkeberg, Jens Henrik Thu, 29 Jan 2009 18:52:37 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/905558.html The use of the Internet at the hotel was very expensive. Mr. Osselmann, Dirk Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:17:44 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/905147.html Overall is good! :-) Ms. Woon Ser, Koh Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:24:28 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/905053.html Very convenient location. Room was small and dark but reasonable value for money. Mrs. Garrett, Mary Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:43:32 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/904877.html We stayed in Royal hotel on December 2008 in standard room. The hotel is very nice. 5 minutes walking from Khoasan road.Breakfast is good. pool very nice (our children used it).some of the rooms have balcony to a main road some are inner rooms with p... Mr. Negines, Uzi Sun, 11 Jan 2009 18:35:04 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/904626.html nice place for the last 15 years Mr. Huemer, Wolfgang Fri, 09 Jan 2009 09:55:58 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/904246.html Very nice people, good atmosphere, nice swimmingpool, clean rooms, a bit noicy with the streets but very central. Hope to come back again (it was already my second time in the Royal Hotel. Mrs. Van De Vliet, Viveka Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:05:20 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/902639.html The hotel is situated away from the MRT and BST so getting to around either requires a walk to a river taxi or a tuktuk/taxi ride, this is slow in the Bangkok traffic. The Kaosan road is close but requires crossing a busy road. One plus point, it's c... Mr. Harris, Neil Fri, 19 Dec 2008 10:15:30 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/901857.html Great staff, great location, very good value. Mr. Bissell, Steven Tue, 09 Dec 2008 20:11:41 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/901116.html Comfortable and very adequate for what we needed. Mr. Johnston, Graeme Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:34:26 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/898600.html Good value for money. Location good. Breakfast good. Room quality varies in size and noise. We asked to be moved to a back room as we found the street noisy and were accomodated but he room was smaller - then we had no hot water and when we complaine... Mrs. Reeves, Barbara Thu, 06 Nov 2008 06:27:48 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/898103.html The faded glory of the Royal is very interesting! Definetely not suitable for those expecting a normal western hotel. Breakfast is great - good food and lots of it. Beware the taxi drivers that pounce on you in the hotel as well as outside!Location i... Mr. Palmer, Michael Sun, 02 Nov 2008 15:00:00 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/897530.html Royal Hotel is situated very near Khao San road and Grand Palace. It safe us time by just walk around the Ratanakosin area and Chao Phraya River. The breakfast buffet was great. The room is clean and no funny smell. However, the fridge is a bit noisy... Mr. Choo, Chee Wei Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:38:15 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/895115.html The service staff made the stay for me and my family a pleasurable one Mr. Greenslade, Stephen Sun, 05 Oct 2008 05:07:15 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/895069.html Stayed 2 nights.Perfekt location, walkingdistanse to kulturcenter as Grand Palace,river and so on.Kausan road just other side of the road.Room big(3 beds)and cleaning ok.Pool area has no charm, but nice to cool off.Service ok.Would likely stay there ... Mrs. Jungnell, Anna-karin Sat, 04 Oct 2008 09:30:53 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/894087.html CLose Khao san where it all happens. Close to Grand Palce, Wat Pho and Wat Arun.Easy access to buses, taxis and the river. A good turist class hotel. Ms. Wilms, Pernille Tue, 23 Sep 2008 19:17:40 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/892021.html we had good time in the hotel. the staff were wonderfull,and they did very well the job. breakfast was very good "buffe". every question was answared kindly. Mr. Ben Hamo, Asher Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:11:52 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/889645.html 3 nights. Very good hotel in a nice place close to khao san (2 minutes walking) Valentina E Matteo Wed, 13 Aug 2008 09:09:40 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/889089.html Thanks for your service. and#35874;and#35874;. Mr. Song, Qi Fri, 08 Aug 2008 10:17:19 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/888984.html We stayed in this hotel for 2 seperate times. We had not a good stay in the hotel. The service is not good, the people at the reception are not nice and helpfull. The rooms are normal but from good size. The room on de 2nd floor was not good, there w... Peeters Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:41:23 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/888822.html I am satified with the stay in your hotel, however, there is room to improve on the supply of hot water as it is very unpleasant to have a cold shower after a day's tour around the area and having sweat all over us. The taxi driver stationed in th... Mr. Sun Piu, Wong Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:27:35 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/888166.html The Royal is old fashioned but reasonably clean. The only advice I would offer is don't use the taxi drivers in the foyer, they are very expensive. Ms. Wallace, Ruth Thu, 31 Jul 2008 07:16:02 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/887902.html Very good for budget travelers and students. Good for sightseeing, short visits. Very close to historical center. Reasonable ratio cost/quality. Clean enough, breakfast is OK, room size is normal. Not enough level in case of business trips. Mr. Lukashev, Nikolay Tue, 29 Jul 2008 03:57:13 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/887724.html Very good value for money. Excellent location near Grand Palace, museums, river and Khao San Rd. Good for tourists wanting to explore the centre of Bangkok on foot. Renovated rooms are fine, quite comfortable, bathroom OK. Good breakfast buffet. Drin... Anne Sun, 27 Jul 2008 13:44:12 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/887013.html I dont like the way how they treat us when we arrived. No smile, no friendly and only so questions. I can find best vakue and more friendly place in bangkok for the same value. The breakfast offer many choice, but all in poor quality food and wit... Mr. Jean Pierre, Delattre Mon, 21 Jul 2008 06:48:54 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/885873.html The hotel smelled liked nail polish remover. The service was terrible. The rooms were dirty. Yuck! Mrs. Cooper, Nina Wed, 09 Jul 2008 18:12:25 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/885222.html Close to the Koh San Road. Clean hotel, staff helpful. Glad booked on internat as tried to book another night whilst there and was very expensive!! Ms. Saunt, Rebecca Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:09:51 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/884078.html This was my first stay in Bkk at a low cost Hotel. Shortly summed up, this Hotel is good value for money! Perfect location for whatever you want to do in Bkk and clean rooms, a little small, but quit all right. No noise from closely located rooms whe... Mr. Jensen, Per Johan Mon, 23 Jun 2008 06:52:36 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/882928.html A good budget hotel in a handy location - near to Khao San Rd, Grand Palace and the river. A little bit overpriced but the location makes up for it. Mr. Kirkham, Matthew Sun, 15 Jun 2008 01:43:04 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/882173.html I first stayed at this hotel four years ago and have been back many times since. It is in a great location for sightseeing and close to Khao San Road which has many bars and places too eat. The rooms are good and the staff are friendly. I would rec... Mr. Richardson, Andrew Sun, 08 Jun 2008 14:42:17 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/881042.html Old but enchanting. Near to Sanam Luang and the various Wats (for day trips) as well as Khao San Road (for some night partying). Not near any subway stations but a taxi ride to Siam Square costs only 55Baht or you can choose to take a bus (No. 15) fr... Mr. Chia, Wed, 28 May 2008 17:54:29 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/880921.html The location is awesome!! Within easy walking distance of Khoa San, all the major shopping markets and sights, and China Town. I mean "easy walking" if you are in decent shape, meaning you can walk up 3 flights of stairs and not get winded. If you ar... Mr. Webb, John Tue, 27 May 2008 18:06:19 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/880568.html Great deal for 1300 THB including breakfast buffet. Mr. Schouwenaars, Franciscus Sun, 25 May 2008 15:03:41 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/879517.html This was my 5th stay at the Royal. It is well located for getting to some of the best attractions in Bangkok including the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and the river without having to take a taxi or tuk tuk. The staff is friendly and helpful. The free brea... Mr. Sosebee, Leslee Fri, 16 May 2008 22:29:27 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/878915.html My group composed of 2 seniors, 3 teens and an adult stayed at the Royal Hotel from April 25-30, 2008. I chose this hotel because of its close proximity to the jetty. The pier (jetty) is around 15 minutes walk from the hotel. The Grand Palace, ... Mrs. Bantog, Marivic Fune Mon, 12 May 2008 06:37:36 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/878436.html I have stayed at the Royal on 4 separate occasions. The last time was for 6 nights. I was given a great room facing the interior pool. It was very quiet away from the street. They have a great service of storing your luggage. I stored some for one mo... Mrs. Anderle, Hilary Wed, 07 May 2008 18:47:12 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/878293.html An average hotel in good location. Good value for money. Evija Tue, 06 May 2008 10:26:36 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/877920.html Nice and clean hotel Mr. Nilsson, Jan Inge Sat, 03 May 2008 09:55:59 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/877906.html It is and feel like a hotel, with a reception and a large lobby. It is rather cheap, even affordable by backpackers. It has a pool, clean rooms with some character and decent bathrooms. It is walking distance from Kao Sarn Road, giving access to the... Mr. Ferrari, Massimo Sat, 03 May 2008 06:54:56 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/876564.html The hotel was good, but the staff were never in control of rowdy youngsters that ran amock along the coridors at night which was realy annoying,The breakfast was just ok.Hotel location is very good, beware of hotel taxis which are very expensive. Mr. Napier, Ronald Sun, 20 Apr 2008 18:21:06 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/876158.html Location was perfect as we wanted to be near to The Grand Palace and Reclining Buddha, but the hotel was we felt rather past its best, "faded glory." There seemed to be building work going on on one side of the hotel, so perhaps there is a renovation... Mrs. Boggis, Fiona Wed, 16 Apr 2008 18:15:48 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/875611.html This place is ok if you want a cheap private room with en suite bath w/in walking distance the Grand Palace/ National Museum/ Sanam Luang/ Khao San area. Although reasonably clean, the hotel is very old and the characterless rooms reflect their age. ... Dr. Louton Cabseone Sat, 12 Apr 2008 05:15:46 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/874200.html n Mr. Andersen, Henrik Tue, 01 Apr 2008 20:10:51 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/872598.html Location:- Perfect for visiting Grand Palace day and night and also Khao Shan in the evening--walking distant. For directions, please ask around for short cut. Hotel:- Need to renovate and refurbish where necessary Meals:- Good buffet breakfast... Mr. Cj, Goh Sat, 22 Mar 2008 07:26:26 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/867315.html take a lunch at the buffet,not cheap but mostly abordable, just to taste the freshness of the in house little spring rools. Mr. Salim, Draia Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:06:41 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/864310.html Hello. We are looking forward to visit you next time we are in Thailand. We liked the hotel very much. Best regards Alf Runar Bjerke and Sissek Bjoertomt Ms. Bjortomt, Sissel Mon, 10 Mar 2008 09:10:17 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/862345.html The second time we stayed at this hotel there were flees in our room. When we complained about it they did not take any notice. Mr. Landgren, Tom Fri, 07 Mar 2008 13:03:54 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/861747.html Rooms look a bit tired but are spacious. Pool looks good (didn't try it). The breakfast is excellent - reason alone to stay. Hotel is on the airport bus route which is handy. Mr. Morton, Brian Thu, 06 Mar 2008 12:37:25 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/859138.html I have used the Royal Hotel many times and find the hotel very good Graet location good staff very good price very good buffet breakfast I will definitely use the Royal while staying in Bangkok Mr. O' Toole, Paul John Mon, 03 Mar 2008 05:18:36 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/854022.html The rooms need a overall renovation. Mr. Landgren, Tom Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:32:17 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/850606.html The Royal was a nice hotel, a grand entrance led to clean, modest rooms with a slightly used feel. The bathrooms were nice and the service was adaquate. I would stay there again. The location is just around the corner from Koh San Road hot tourist... Ms. Craft Wed, 20 Feb 2008 14:42:13 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/849912.html I would rate this hotel as very good value for the money. It is not a luxurious hotel but you aren't paying luxury prices either. The service was, for the most part, very good. I only had one really bad experience when I bought lunch in the dining ar... Ms. Clement, Bettye Tue, 19 Feb 2008 21:05:50 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/847277.html Excellent location. Terrific breakfast. Large bathrooms with hot water that never gives out. I would definately stay in this comfortable hotel again. Ms. Johnson, Rebecca Sat, 16 Feb 2008 15:56:56 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/842119.html electrical connections were scary and few Ms. Bredvik, Lesley Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:21:19 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/842078.html Our stay was very good, the maids were very good, the only problems was we found roaches in our room, and the breakfast was always cold. Other than that the staff was very helpful, and kind, We would stay again at the Royal Hotel. Mrs. Hill, Emmaline Fri, 08 Feb 2008 04:07:19 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/841581.html tres bon hotel comme toujours Mrs. Vidal, Claude Thu, 07 Feb 2008 09:03:32 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/840431.html This hotel is, thaks to its location a realy good deal. in 3 minutes walk you are at kao san road, in 10 minutes walk you can reach grand palace and wat po and the river for water taxi. Rooms are clean, bathroom also clean, swimming pool mostly cr... Mr. Farkas, Miroslav Tue, 05 Feb 2008 21:32:33 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/840359.html We stayed in this hotel for 3 nights before returning back home. Although the reception staff is not the most friendly, but fast efficient we have liked it there. Our room was very big, so was the bathroom. The only drawback was that there was no sho... Markus Widmer Tue, 05 Feb 2008 06:28:11 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/839636.html A brilliant budget hotel, really convienent for The Koh San Road (sp?), great breakfast, clean rooms and daily housekeeping, if you are going to Bangkok on a budget this is the place to stay. We pad £108.00 for 4 people for 3 nights. Perfect Ms. Rossiter, Paul Mon, 04 Feb 2008 16:57:57 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/839631.html This was the second time that I have stayed at the "Royal Hotel" in Bangkok, and I was just as pleased as the first. The room was £18 a night, and was clean, comfortable and in a prime location for travelers! Its only a 5 minute walk (over a couple o... Mr. Rossiter, Adam Mon, 04 Feb 2008 16:15:55 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/827581.html None A. C. Taylor Thu, 17 Jan 2008 07:09:12 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/825510.html Drop off parking for checking in very difficult and entry stairs for baggage not easy. Ideally located for Emerald Buddha, Grand Palace and river ferry stop. We could not find any convenient good eating places in immediate vicinity, but hotel resta... Mr. Ah Toy, Laurence C Tue, 15 Jan 2008 08:16:47 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/824659.html We have used this hotel frequently. Generally good value, but the breakfasts are of poor standard. We eat away from the hotel. The hotel taxi service is a complete rip. They charge around double the fair rate. 800 baht to the airport (the airpor... Mr. Power, Fergus Tue, 15 Jan 2008 05:45:46 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/818679.html THIS IS NOT MY FIRST TIME IN THE ROYAL HOTEL, AND I THINK IT REPRESENTS THE BEST VALUE IN BANGKOK Mr. Natalucci, Paola Mon, 07 Jan 2008 05:37:06 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/816077.html i will never return to that hotel Mr. Jean Mariano, Babaud Fri, 04 Jan 2008 07:03:06 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/809928.html The hotel was old and has ant everywhere, bathroom, table and bed. My mom was bitten by them when sleeping. Decoration is old. Location is okay, walking distance to Kaosan road, but the traffic is a little annoying cos many roads intersect together i... Ms. Johan, Diana Thu, 27 Dec 2007 05:30:37 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/808161.html I and my wife stayed in Royal Hotel 3 nights before we got back to home to Finland. Hotel location was perfect to us. Khaosan road is just other side of street and Grand Palace is near. The river is near if you like to go to rivercruise. But d... Mr. Gronlund, Jorma Mon, 24 Dec 2007 10:29:19 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/807118.html Hotel is acceptable, but its price is not worth it. Staff is not too friendly and I had 2 cockroaches in my room, mildew as well. You can find this in many other places of Bangkok, but these others are cheaper. Mr. Wohlleben, Mattias Sat, 22 Dec 2007 12:44:22 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/806561.html Great location. Great staff. Great price. What more can I say? Mrs. Pool, Brenda Fri, 21 Dec 2007 12:52:28 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/784937.html I stayed at Royal Hotel i Bangkok first 3 days, and later one day before going home. I find the hotel very good and the location is just in walking distance from the river and very central. The rooms are nice and clean, and the breakfast is nice. ... Mrs. Moesby-johansen, Karin Wed, 21 Nov 2007 22:06:16 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/784507.html I stayed here in Nov 07. The staff were not helpful at all, did not try to breach the language gap. Don't bother to even have breakfast. Every night the bathroom pipes would make a terrible sound and then a sewage smell would go through the who... Mrs. King, Robyn Wed, 21 Nov 2007 06:12:09 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/782661.html Good hotel within walking distance to all shops, bars and restaurants, also within walking distance to the Palace. Good size rooms, friendly staff and good breakfast. Would definitely stay at the Royal again. Mr. Burke, Peter Mon, 19 Nov 2007 08:45:34 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/779291.html With a group of 7 people, we stayed at the Royal Hotel in November 2007. We had 2 sigles and one triples. Very good hotel, well situated near Khaosan Road and all the most valuable monuments in Bangkok. If you can, ask for a room not on the street... Mr. Treuil, Alain Wed, 14 Nov 2007 07:22:21 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/778960.html Good hotel and great location. G.Condadzian and A.Francoual. Mr. Condadzian, Gilles Tue, 13 Nov 2007 17:44:22 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/773962.html staff was rude. the 24 hr cafe have 24 hrs mosquitoes all over the place. there are plenty of people sleeping in the streets near the hotel. we asked for a hotel service going back to the airport and surprise that the car used was too small for our l... Ms. Cuerdo, Jennifer Wed, 07 Nov 2007 06:43:50 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/763852.html The hotel is very well situated if you want to see historic Bangkok. The rooms are clean and spacious. Their breakfast buffet is really nice and it is splendid value for money if you book this hotel through this website. Because if you want to extend... Mr. Vancoppenolle, Pascal Fri, 26 Oct 2007 11:08:03 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/763239.html This the third time I am staying in this hotel.Still good.I advise to everyone. Mr. Ali Enis, Salci Thu, 25 Oct 2007 06:48:00 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/756928.html The staff is friendly and the location is still ok. Near to night market. But I am disgusted when I am told to pay for my luggage when i deposit it with the hotel. It is the first time that I was told to pay 10 baht for each item. I am very dis... Mr. Che Siong, Tok Tue, 16 Oct 2007 17:49:48 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/756122.html I would like to stay again next time. Mr. Inthasoroth, Kal Mon, 15 Oct 2007 14:02:43 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/754958.html Very good hotel,great location , close to palace etc. Mr. Varga, Luis Sun, 14 Oct 2007 21:19:37 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/740593.html This was my third stay at The Royal Hotel and I was as impressed with it this time as I was during my first stay seven years ago. Although the hotel is quite a distance from the airport, it is in a great location for exploring the Grand Palace and... Mr. Evans, James Mon, 24 Sep 2007 13:19:10 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/740001.html Adequate rooms, great location, fantastic breakfast (included!) - not fancy, but a phenomenal value. Staff was very personable and helpful - thank you, and we'll stay there again! Mr. Cohen, Joseph Mon, 24 Sep 2007 04:53:38 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/738767.html The best thing about this Hotel is the location. There are some cheaper hotels some fancy hotels but this one is located 2 min from the Koha-San st. I had ants in my room. Breakfast is OK no more. The staff is very friendly. Yoyo Sat, 22 Sep 2007 10:28:56 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/738756.html Hotel location worth more then million dollars, you just go out and you are on the main entertainment center - Koha San Road Mr. Shemesh, Eitan Sat, 22 Sep 2007 07:58:26 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/722265.html if the hotel is ok, quite a little old, breakfeast good.But ... don't use taxi facilities and the staff of the agencies at the door of the hotel!!! The price are multiply by 3 or 4 and they give false informations For example i want to ko chang , t... Mr. Schermesser, Patrick Fri, 31 Aug 2007 14:33:44 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/674181.html This was the sixth time we've stayed at the Royal Hotel. We always like staying here because of the excellent location, close to the Royal palace, the Chao Praya River and the Khao San Road area. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The hotel ... Ms. Byrne, Vicki Tue, 21 Aug 2007 06:24:13 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/645830.html Perfect location for sightseeing, good value. Mr. Bacovsky, Wolfgang Sat, 18 Aug 2007 08:54:57 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/642402.html This is the second time we have stayed at the Royal. The rooms are a good size and well fitted, the beds are clean and very comfortable. The bathrooms are spacious and the shower was excellent. The buffet breakfast is superb, with a wide range of d... Mrs. Butler, Bev Fri, 17 Aug 2007 11:09:17 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/612726.html Great location, good value. Mr. Greif, Daniel Wed, 08 Aug 2007 17:28:46 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/556999.html I stayed in this hotel before, but had a much better room then. Maybe that was the "new" part? This time there was a poor value for money, the previous time is was perfect. Mr. Achterberg, Pieter Sat, 04 Aug 2007 08:41:23 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/364274.html Close to Khosan Road, approx 20 mins to Siam Square. Their travel desk is very good although the desk opposite is for taxis only. Beware of using the taxi desk - rip off merchants. Much better to get a taxi outside. Overall, this hotel is exactly wha... Mr. Langford, Louise Mon, 23 Jul 2007 05:00:10 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/271266.html Royal Hotele was very nice. I like very much! But that time, every evening very noisy. They have a meeting at Park front of Hotel. Then we try to chainge room, but room was full. This is not good memory for our travering. Thank you! Mr. Hiroshi, Miyamota Thu, 19 Jul 2007 05:20:08 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/194258.html good location. the room is a bit smaller. Ms. Huang, Jinghui Mon, 02 Jul 2007 06:09:36 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/192170.html Very nice hotel. Great location. The best location in Bangkok. Mr. Ibarrondo, Ernesto Tue, 19 Jun 2007 05:35:56 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/190409.html This hotel is extremely old and it's obvious with the peeling paint, stained carpet, 1960's furniture, old bedsheets and just a general old smell. The shower water was a pale yellow colour. The only thing that didn't seem old was the elevator whic... Sylvia Fri, 08 Jun 2007 12:24:58 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/188408.html tres bon hotel j y suis alle 3 fois deja.toujours impeccable Mr. Dimitri, Keutgen Mon, 28 May 2007 08:07:47 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/187053.html Very good place to stay if you dont want to spend too much money, also great location to the main sights in Bangkok. Would stay there again! Mr. Siegl, Christian Sun, 20 May 2007 13:27:01 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/186127.html perfect location for the Royal temples, good swimming pool and great breakfast Mr. Bianchi, Ranieri Mon, 14 May 2007 07:50:14 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/185155.html This Hotel was in a perfect location, a short stroll to the Grand Palace and Kho Sam Road. It is great value for money and the staff were very helpful. The room had every thing we needed, not the lap of luxury but of a good standard for the price. I ... Mr. Tytherleigh, Stephen Tue, 08 May 2007 16:47:42 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/185033.html We enjoyed our stay at the Royal. Although the outside of the building was rather drab, the overall hotel experience was positive. There was some road noise but not unbearable. The room was clean and bed comfy. The only downside was trying to get ba... Mr. Griffioen, Tys Tue, 08 May 2007 07:20:36 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/184342.html Great hotel, if not a little dated in decor....Friendly and very helpfull staff..A good location,and facilities excellent....Hotel taxi service very good and reliable,a little more expencive than city taxi's but you expect this...The tourist informat... Mike Cork Fri, 04 May 2007 06:49:17 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/184173.html Location for Khaoson Road is good not far but if you want to spend time Siam Square or Night markets a little bit far.Reception and who clean the rooms are perfect so kind and helpful.Swimming pool is small and do not trust taxand#305; drivers who wa... Mr. Salci, Ali Enis Thu, 03 May 2007 06:16:16 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/183592.html A convinient hotel with a nice staff. Very good standard to a low cost. Mr. Jonnarth, Per Mon, 30 Apr 2007 10:25:37 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/183542.html The room was better than the lobby, which is quite shabby. The location was greeat but I have the feeling that you can get a better deal in Bangkok. Mr. Nielsen, Carsten Mon, 30 Apr 2007 07:43:44 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/182359.html It's near Khaosan-road,Wat-phrakaeo,Wat-pho,and Sanam-luang. Friendly staff,clean room,delicious breakfast,and a size moderate to use it alone. I staied many times. and it will stay in the future. Mr. Fumikazu Mon, 23 Apr 2007 09:28:22 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/182121.html My Stay at Royal Hotel was okay but that was because all I did was sleep there. It was great value as the room size was good and the hotel was of an average standard. I would not recommend anyone staying for a romantic holiday though. I did not go... Ms. Ahluwalia, Smita Sun, 22 Apr 2007 10:45:19 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/181808.html This hotel, situted in Old Bangkok (close to the river, Grand Palace, Khao San Road) has clean and comfortable rooms and a fantastic location for all the main tourist sites. Overall it offers great value for money. One small point which surprised ... Ms. Halpin, Kristy Fri, 20 Apr 2007 09:25:53 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/177628.html cheap , clean and good located hotel Mr. Van De Put, Eric Fri, 30 Mar 2007 20:21:52 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/175969.html I stayed at Royal Hotel in February and March 2007. It was my second time at the Royal. This hotel is a very good recommendation for Bangkok visitors. The location is perfect, for my opinion. The relation between price and service is o.k. Mrs. Jonas, Doerte Wed, 21 Mar 2007 08:04:49 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/175827.html Its a nice hotel, the rooms a good standard, nice size and comfy bed and the bathroom is good! The staff are a bit moody but you can live with that and its in a prime position for the sights with tuk tuks and taxis waiting for you outside! I would... Ms. Brown, Lauren Tue, 20 Mar 2007 13:58:17 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/175586.html absoluel lovely hotel. excellent location. in the centre of all temples etc and 2 mins walk from koh sam road. very clean hotel. lovely pool and very friendlyand helpfull staff. Ms. Knowles, Louise Mon, 19 Mar 2007 12:09:29 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/172878.html very good location Ms. De Garitacelaya, Maria Begona Mon, 05 Mar 2007 07:00:44 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/172803.html The hotel was good value for the money. Room was clean, and silent. Location is good if want to stay near Khaosan road area, but far away from skytrain. Ms. Heikkinen, Marja-terttu Mon, 05 Mar 2007 02:59:06 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/172607.html We like the hotel and probably we wil visit this hotel next time. Mr. Åberg, Ingemar Sun, 04 Mar 2007 08:17:00 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/171175.html The location is good, but service is just so so. Ms. Vv Chen Sun, 25 Feb 2007 03:49:12 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/171039.html Very close to the Golden Palace and the Wats. Backpacker heaven. Hardy breakfast. The staff was wonderful in allowing us to stay past our check-out when one of our party got ill. England, Deborah Fri, 23 Feb 2007 21:42:37 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/169645.html Very well located, clean and good service. Everything you need! Mr. Papineau, Jean-francois Wed, 14 Feb 2007 12:58:48 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/169288.html After being told to go to this hotel from other travellers and reading positive reviews, I found the Royal to be unimpressive. The room was stinky, the carpet filthy, the bed was bug ridden and the bedspreads were replete with ciggarette burns. The b... Mr. Hills, Damon Mon, 12 Feb 2007 11:17:56 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/168931.html a venerable older hotel. Staff was very courteous. Breakfast was fantastic. Rooms average size, nothing outstanding. Good location, hear the Grand Palace. Internet service was expensive. Mr. Stevens, Christopher Sat, 10 Feb 2007 13:48:40 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/168806.html On the whole good and, most importantly, clean. However, I was dissappointed to get a room without any windows but I don't think this is the norm. It doesn't make for a very pleasenat atmosphere especially when you're trying to get over jet lag. Othe... Mr. Archer, Kier Fri, 09 Feb 2007 10:31:40 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/164937.html We have a pleasent stay with very good service from the room-cleaners and also good service in the reception. The only thing that was less good was the breakfast our second day, we have breakfast in the coffee-bar and the service was not so good. Ms. Karlsson, Lena Mon, 15 Jan 2007 06:51:42 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/164422.html The hotel is in a great location with tons of resturants and shopping near by. Its is also with in walking distance to the royal palace and several wats. Plus the staff spoke great English and was very knowledgeable. Ms. Morris, Fiona Fri, 12 Jan 2007 00:24:47 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/163898.html A slightly tired hotel, but in an excellent location within walking distance of the Grand Palace and many Wats. 5 min walk to Khao San Rd. Rooms next to the road (entrance side) are very noisy. Avoid the rooms immediately adjacent to the lift and ... Mr. Power, Fergus Tue, 09 Jan 2007 02:25:38 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/163740.html The Royal Hotel is a little bit old, but is clean and has the perfect location to start visiting the city. It is located at 10 minutes walk of the Grand Palais and 5 minutes from Koh San Road were there is a lot of shops, bars and animation. The hote... Ms. Giulekas, Johanna Mon, 08 Jan 2007 07:05:04 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/163313.html I travelled here in November '06, this hotel was perfect for myself and my girlfriend, it was clean and tidy, the staff were nice and very helpfull, and the rate for the room was very good! The best thing about the Royal Hotel was its location, perfe... Rossiter, Adam Fri, 05 Jan 2007 15:29:28 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/162907.html Good location. Friendly staff. Excellent shower! Good value for money. Ideal for budget travellers. Mr. Stephens, Matthew Wed, 03 Jan 2007 11:30:40 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/162802.html Bathroom: Room for improvement on the design of the bathroom. By drawing the curtain at the bathtub; in order to prevent water from splashing/spilling, it didn't really help; resulting having water on the floor; causing drop in comfort level. This i... Shawn Wed, 03 Jan 2007 03:42:19 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/161961.html The renovation is now almost finished, in the 3rd floor the carpets are changed. Good value for money, excelent location for tourists. Ask for rooms on the poolside, they are quiet. Mr. Ranch, Armin Thu, 28 Dec 2006 05:55:54 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/159283.html For the budgt conscious, this is ideal Mr. Murray, Stephen Fri, 08 Dec 2006 11:52:04 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/158217.html Run down from the 1920's heydays but all the better for it. Basic rooms, good service and great location for the Grand Palace/Chinatown and khartson Road Mr. Abbott, Lee Fri, 01 Dec 2006 09:36:44 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/156874.html This Hotel was expensive, the breakfast was not particularly nice and the staff on reception were not welcoming to back packers in fact they were almost rude. We were also charged 3 times the amount quoted for one local telephone call by a very unpl... Ms. Alderton, Charlotte Tue, 21 Nov 2006 14:58:58 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/154832.html Good facility even though the hotel has been built long time ago. Cleanness is fine and location is OK if you need to go to Kaosan. Ms. Miura, Makiko Mon, 06 Nov 2006 22:01:41 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/154261.html Pleasantly surprised. Busy hotel with quiet and clean rooms. Great location once you have figured out how to cross the major road outside. Very good value for money Mrs. Gill, Carolyn Fri, 03 Nov 2006 13:22:42 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/153164.html Good location. You will need to pay a deposit when you arrive - 1000.00 Bhat. Bathroom ammenities supplied each day, as well as fresh towels. Room could be cleaner, a stain on the wall was there the whole time and not cleaned. Overall value for m... Johnson, Kim Sat, 28 Oct 2006 10:43:23 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/150342.html good place to stay Mr. Weiland, Johann Sat, 07 Oct 2006 05:16:01 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/149812.html Perfect room very classy and helpful staff. For tourist wo wish to stay near Khao San, its better to add a little bath stay in Royal Hotel...much more worth than you stay in those BandB hostel. Breakfast is perfect very presentable and nice environ... Mr. Kar Fei, Wong Mon, 02 Oct 2006 15:30:05 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/147116.html Great place to stay for a first timer in bangkok, Close to the temples and khaosam rd. Clean rooms, free water, air con, american and thai breakfast included - a good choice. Yuen, Jennifer Mon, 11 Sep 2006 05:37:20 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/146939.html Location is very good ,near to Khao San Road.The size of rooms was very big but old,dirty and in need of a renovation. Gladh, Hannele Sat, 09 Sep 2006 22:20:32 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/141954.html Good location 5 min. walk from Khao San, but you have to cross a big road with much traffic. We stayed twice at Royal - the 1st time we had a clean, but a bit run-down room. The 2nd time we had a nice refurbished room (they are refurbishing the hotel... Jensen, Morten Thu, 03 Aug 2006 10:43:38 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/140496.html Location of hotel well-suited to first time visitors. Less than 10 minute walk to the Royal Palace and Jade Temple. I note there is long distance 'taxi stand' just beside the hotel but did not check out where they go to. Local market and 7-eleven... Kok Peng, Lim Sat, 22 Jul 2006 10:14:35 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/140370.html bed sheet is dirty Baek, Jin-young Fri, 21 Jul 2006 03:39:53 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/139441.html I have been staying at the Royal Hotel a number of times and I am never disappointed. It has great value for money and even though it may not have the most modern of all facilities, it really is more than enough. The swimming pool and the proximity t... Kaptijn, Ellen Thu, 13 Jul 2006 07:34:38 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/139019.html Good service at the reception renovation in the 2nd floor Ranch, Armin Mon, 10 Jul 2006 05:57:09 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/138918.html Very handy location - close enough to Khaosan Road but without the noise! Room was spacious and clean. It does need a coat of paint and I found it quite strange that there were no windows in my hotel room, so no natural light at all; but otherwise f... Hayes, Vanessa Sun, 09 Jul 2006 11:34:49 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/138551.html Stayed before. Love the older rooms at the front. Kory, Roselie Wed, 05 Jul 2006 10:58:36 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/137807.html Location is excellent, only 5 mins walk away from the Khao San Road, and not far from the Grand palace. Watch out for the taxi drivers in the lobby and outside who will try and rip you off. Stayed in the Royal twice, at the start and end of our tri... Wallace, Ruth Wed, 28 Jun 2006 10:03:24 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/136900.html The location for some of the major sites is perfect,and very close to the river and Khoa san road. Pool okay, room was fine, (good shower ) breakfast above average , all in all a good budget price hotel. Pudge, Colin Tue, 20 Jun 2006 07:11:55 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/135791.html a good value for the money the staff is not as friendly as others in thailand but they did change rooms when we ask for another one without hesitation location is great carpets need to be cleaned Metry, Habeeb Sun, 11 Jun 2006 02:34:31 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/135616.html The Royal is a nice place. The room we stayed in needed lots of repair, peeling walls, dirty walls but mostly ok. The staff was great and the feeling of the place being old was quaint. The hotel was in the process of repairing throughout so that was ... Faddis, Rick Thu, 08 Jun 2006 15:27:05 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/135517.html The rooms are a little bit shabby. But the location is great. Only 5 min. walk to Khao San Road and 10 min. to the temples and a good breakfast buffet. Brueckner, Lyfis Wed, 07 Jun 2006 11:19:27 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/133644.html good location, not really clean Sala, Emanuele Sat, 20 May 2006 11:06:10 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/131709.html Good place to visit Bangkok, very good breakfast Kage, Sabine Tue, 02 May 2006 14:10:28 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/130609.html The location was perfect for our needs. The hotel is big and reasonably well run but very shabby and in desperate need of repainting and refurbishing. The carpets were filthy. Good breakfast and dining room nice and clean. Kamolwan, Susan Ann Mon, 24 Apr 2006 08:55:30 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/130128.html Great hotel and great service. All staff very helpful. Lovely breakfast and ideal location for Grand palace etc. Nice pool for swimming. Kent, Ruth Thu, 20 Apr 2006 17:48:49 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/129603.html This is an old, centrally located hotel that one should choose for a short stay because of its location and not for its facilities. The rooms have not beet painted for years, the rugs are worn and the plumbing is old and noisy, but the Royal is fair... Markell, Jonathan Mon, 17 Apr 2006 00:28:38 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/128335.html When I arrived at the Royal Hotel it wasn't quite as "Swish" as the photos I had seen on various web pages, mainly as it's a little run down, but nothing horrendous. It is however a fantastic location both for Kao San Road, and for sightseeing, The G... Gill, Julia Wed, 05 Apr 2006 11:23:49 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/128043.html When in Bangkok I always stay at this Hotel. The location is the best in Old Bangkok to visit the Temples and sights, the rooms are clean with great maid service 24/7. The buffet is great with Thai food and American breakfast w/eggs, ham, pancakes, ... Grau-caceres, Irene Mon, 03 Apr 2006 06:24:21 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/127825.html Not an upmarket hotel by any means,but unbeatable value for money Bell, Alan Thomas Sat, 01 Apr 2006 16:06:07 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/127573.html This was by far the worst hotel that I booked through asia rooms. The glorious reception was deceptive. The bedroom was shocking. Wallpaper hanging off, filthy curtains hanging from their hooks, revolting blankets with holes in them, stained sheets... Snape, Judy Thu, 30 Mar 2006 07:09:26 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/126778.html The best thing about the Royal is the location: walking distance of major temples, the river for the ferry, Khao San Road and area. Easy bus access to other areas of city as well. But the hotel is in dire need of renovation, quite run down which i... Rakos, Debbie Thu, 23 Mar 2006 15:27:50 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/126334.html Lovely friendly receptionist, well maintaed rooms and nice location. I love to come again. excellent breakfast. Laheru, Mr. Mahesh Mon, 20 Mar 2006 06:15:01 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/126119.html In my opinion is good value for money. I like this hotel becuase is located near of a very animated street at night, Khao San road. Padilla, Daniel Sat, 18 Mar 2006 08:47:57 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/124978.html Good hotel, but rooms could do with a redecorating. Breakfast a bit bland. Other than that, good budget choice. Harrison, Robin Wed, 08 Mar 2006 07:11:55 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/124970.html The location is absolutly fantastic!!! You can travel with the Bus to the Airport for 100bat and you have the apportunity in front (2min by foot) of the Hotel to take the Bus to the WeekendMarket (Bus 44 or 59). You hare very close (10min by foot) t... Bizzini, Tiziano Wed, 08 Mar 2006 06:22:28 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/124168.html The hotel is located close to the old centre of Bangkok. For people who only have short time in Bangkok it is very convenient. The hotel is old and needs renovation, but since it is cheap, good located and breakfast is big and good, it is okay. I... Plesner, Katrine Wed, 01 Mar 2006 05:28:22 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/123452.html i like the location no comment if i come again thailand i will come back! Seng Cheong, Wong Wed, 22 Feb 2006 11:47:07 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/123443.html Great location. Rooms a little dated and basic but comfortable. Sharples, William Wed, 22 Feb 2006 10:47:48 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/122111.html Standars rooms are very little, old. Need to be refreshed. When we moved to the new section (more expensive room), rooms are biggers and betters. Very well located. Secondy, Valerie Fri, 10 Feb 2006 07:54:17 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/121902.html the service of the reception was bad their attitude was terrible. they are very impatient with the us and moreover we ask for a connecting room and when we get there they cannot provide us with the connecting room the room and the corridors of the ho... Chin Chye, Lee Wed, 08 Feb 2006 12:10:20 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/121370.html Too expensive for the quality of the room. Needs a good scrub! Pop, Traian Sat, 04 Feb 2006 01:10:32 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/120723.html This hotel is old and in a very bad condition, it needs a complete makeup! The rooms were big and kind of clean, the bathrooms was decent but the wallpaper came down on a some places and I even saw must! The front desk ladys were not friendly at all... Ferrer, Kirsten Sat, 28 Jan 2006 07:27:58 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/120632.html nice hotel but inconvenient to town as its quite far Lau, Kok Boon Fri, 27 Jan 2006 04:22:07 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/119026.html When I tried to extend my stay, the lady incharge at the front desk became rude after checking the rate I was paying and told me the hotel is full. She did tell me of Thai Hotel but refused to make a call to the hotel to get me a reservation. Anand, Jeevan Fri, 13 Jan 2006 16:23:30 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/118610.html It was a nice hotel, a little old fashioned, but clean and well-kept. The old elevators functioned, but the bumps and jolts we experienced were slightly unnerving! Breakfast was buffet style with a wide selection of very tasty foods! And the little... Wright, Natalie Tue, 10 Jan 2006 10:45:57 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/117709.html Great place! Lau, Joyceline Tue, 03 Jan 2006 14:09:04 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/117599.html Great Place, just the most grumpy Thais you'll ever meet on reception! Taylor, Gareth Mon, 02 Jan 2006 23:46:26 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/117115.html Rooms are old .. with wallpaper peeling ... no shower curtain. Floor old .. needs new carpet ... Hotel taxi service which dominates ... prices 3 times higher then the metered cabs. Hansbrough, James Thu, 29 Dec 2005 00:36:30 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/116882.html The room and toilet is clean. Breakfast ok. Room was not well lite, no water boiler and hair dryer(the Counter don't have it also). Electrical adapter can be borrowed, but has to return in 2hrs time. Counter staff encourage us to buy from them, 50THB... Goh, Hui Mei Mon, 26 Dec 2005 16:25:18 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/116362.html Royal is a g great hotel located close to the Khao San Rd. However... getting across the roads was a nightmare at times - can they not install pedestrian crossings? It was the first hotel I have stayed in SE Asia where I had to pay a deposit for ... Dobson, Jane Tue, 20 Dec 2005 18:07:42 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/116032.html The carpet of the room was very dirty and not hot water in the bathroom neither in the evening or in the morning so we took cold showers. When we mentioned this problem at the reception the staff was very unpolite. Royal hotel is a very old and no r... Nadia, Ouchene Sun, 18 Dec 2005 06:41:18 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/115263.html Royal Hotel was definitely good value for money. perhaps 20 yrs ago it was a royal retreat. good size room, great breakfast, handy location. good value for money.. Budiselik, Sam Sun, 11 Dec 2005 08:26:33 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/115251.html I spent 4 nights in November 2005 at Royal Hotel, Bangkok and was very disapointed. First the hotel is very old and has never been renovated. The room was very dirty with a very old and dirty carpet. Also it was noisy because the room had a window gi... Nadia, Ouchene Sun, 11 Dec 2005 07:14:42 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/115013.html The location was very convenient, which is why I chose this hotel. Unfortunately our room was awful. There was a big wet patch on the floor by the fridge, it was very dark all day and the worst thing about it was that it stank! It smelled like a s... Webb, Sally Thu, 08 Dec 2005 12:13:36 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/114719.html We picked the Royal Hotel for the location which said in Chinatown. We also read the reviews which all rated the hotel as great. One review said "I would recommend this hotel to all my friends" We were in shock with the facilities when we arrived. It... Jane Allison Tue, 06 Dec 2005 02:31:17 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/114445.html Great location for the Bangkok Marathon. Easy walking distance to race start/finish. Also, convenient for Grand Palace and other tourist destinations in that part of Bangkok. Cummins, Richard Sun, 04 Dec 2005 03:57:34 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/113905.html You get what you pay for in looks.andnbsp; The Royal hotel Bangkok definitely needs to update the fixtures but for the cost it was good and CLEAN!andnbsp; There wasn't extraordinary service and I wasn't aware that I had to make a 1000 baht deposit be... Alg Tue, 29 Nov 2005 06:41:39 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/113409.html Good value for money, fantastic breakfast, excellent location and rooms cleaned daily. Hotel decor is a bit drab but great for the price and the air con and pool was a much appreicaited luxury when escaping Bangkok's awful humidity. Kathryn Wed, 23 Nov 2005 08:15:40 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/113356.html Wallpaper was hanging off the walls in the bedroom due to damp. whole place generally smelt of camphor and damp. Good location. David Cochrane Tue, 22 Nov 2005 11:09:52 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/112812.html Although the Royal Hotel in Bangkok has an excellent location for exploring some of the big tourist attractions in the city, this feature and the clean bathroom are the sum of its positive attributes. The front desk staff were unusually abrupt and pr... Samantha Sun, 13 Nov 2005 20:18:21 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/112671.html I found the staff very friendly and efficient at the reception at all times. The hotel itself could do with some refurbishment, for instance the carpets were quite shabby and the bathroom needed some attention. It wasn't obvious that laundry could be... Sheryl Walpole Wed, 09 Nov 2005 08:13:12 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/111221.html It's a good hotel, value for money, their breakfast is good... very near to grand palace. newly renovated bathrooms. friendly staffs. not to expect too much as it is a budget hotel...value for money. along the hotel there's a restuarant cheap and goo... Sara Nadeson Mon, 17 Oct 2005 04:33:12 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/111204.html I found it hard to believe the value received for the price paid. The service is excellent. The amenities are terrific. I can't imagine ever staying any where else in Bangkok. Francis Burger Sun, 16 Oct 2005 23:09:31 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/109253.html You can feel that you are in a former first class hotel. Now it is ancient, but the charme and flair is still there. andnbsp; Achim Burger Achim Burger Mon, 12 Sep 2005 09:25:32 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/106726.html A great value hotel.andnbsp;andnbsp; Rooms were comfortable and very clean.andnbsp; Would definitely recommend to others. Veronica Sat, 30 Jul 2005 10:08:49 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/105395.html A somewhat run-down hotel, but with clean rooms. We got a room that was not facing the street, but I could imagine that rooms facing the street could be noisy. The Royal hotel is situated central, without lying in the middle of the ant-tracks. I woul... Steen Sat, 09 Jul 2005 12:48:04 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/102858.html May 2005. This was my third visit to the Royal hotel. Rooms are slightly tired but very clean, well maintained and good value for the price. Breakfast is included and again good value. Location is good for sightseeing ( a little close to the many unw... Kerry Drake Mon, 23 May 2005 05:45:44 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/101898.html I stayed at the Royal hotel several times because the location is great if you like to walk the sights and escape to quite backstreets from the roaring traffic. The hotel itself is nothing special. The rooms are rundown but clean. The bathrooms are O... Alexander Kesper Thu, 28 Apr 2005 07:06:16 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/101891.html The Royal hotel entrance is nice and grand enough but it is totally different from the rooms. The rooms are old and a quite run down. The bathroom is very nice and beautiful. If you are looking for a hotel in Chinatown, well, this hotel is not in Chi... Rachel Lee Thu, 28 Apr 2005 02:48:26 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/101338.html The Royal hotel is well located in Bangkok. It is definitely a 2 star hotel. The breakfast buffet is good but les interesting than a year ago. The room are fairly clean if you do not look at the large stains on the walls and the carpet. Service is go... Hebert Gilles Tue, 12 Apr 2005 23:40:30 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/16563.html Royal Hotel was excellent for the price!andnbsp; The room was cleaned everyday - sheets and towels changed.andnbsp; Our flight back to the UK was not until midnight and we were able to rent the room out until 8pm for half the price of a full night wh... Adrian Melrose Wed, 02 Mar 2005 09:54:27 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/15913.html The Royal hotel was proberly a little over priced for the condition of the hotel - Rooms had a wet mustard smell and a few mosqitoes running loose. Staff were ok, breakfast was etable and things generally ok. Darren Mon, 07 Feb 2005 03:44:08 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/15153.html The lobby area was fine but the rooms were worn down and smelled bad and as a result we had to change hotels. Location was fine with lots to see, a 3-star rating is very generous when I would think of a 2+ rating being more appropriate. Stephen Tue, 04 Jan 2005 12:34:18 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/15103.html price is quite reasonable except that the hall look a bit down and dark Koh Hock Siong Mon, 03 Jan 2005 03:49:06 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/14380.html For its price the Royal is fine. One can say it is a little dowdy or worn, but it is kept clean, staff are efficient and pleasant, breakfast (included) is an excellent start to the day (western and oriental food). Front room are noisy for some peop... Hilda Jones Fri, 26 Nov 2004 20:35:33 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/14199.html We stayed in this hotel at the end of October 2004. Our room was quite OK. But our friends had to change the room twice, because the two previous ones smelled bad. If they give you a room you do not like - just ask for a change. The receptioninst wer... Mike Tue, 16 Nov 2004 21:24:00 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/14081.html Room was OK and clean. Walking distance to Grand palace. 45 min fm airport. (Fairly a long way)No veg mealsandnbsp; and the front desk is too busy and sometimes very unfriendly. Kanishka Yapa Tue, 09 Nov 2004 04:07:24 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/13807.html Near Grand Palace and Kao San Rd., far from the noisy downtown. Simple but clear room, the receptionists are friendly. The breakfast has various kinds to choose from and delicious. It's a valuable place to stay. Xuying Mon, 25 Oct 2004 09:13:34 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/13635.html it was really great Amiram Wed, 13 Oct 2004 18:11:41 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/13042.html Hotel was fine - room was clean and sheets and towels were changed every day! Breakfast was a huge buffet - standard stuff. Nothing brilliant but nothing nasty either. Didn't try out the pool or restaurant or coffee shop but it had them all. The ... Gerry And Roisin O'grady Tue, 07 Sep 2004 10:43:07 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/13016.html The hotel is quite adequate considering the price. It is close to many of the tourist attractions, but if you want to do some shopping then you need to take a taxi elsewhere. Caroline Sun, 05 Sep 2004 20:39:17 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/12643.html The room was ok, staff friendly and helpfull.The location of the hotel was very good, only 15 minutes of the grand palace and 5 minutes of Khao San Road... Bart Tue, 17 Aug 2004 15:10:50 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/12556.html I went there from 6-8 August by booking through asiarooms.com after made the survey (the cheapest price I can find through internet). The booking procedure was fast and they kept me informed about my booking status.andnbsp;The advantage of Royal Hot... Guak Kim, Tan Mon, 16 Aug 2004 01:25:06 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/11147.html The Royal Hotel is the nearest hotel the Royal Grand Palace which is convenient. It is great hotel for tourist.andnbsp; There are many attraction and museum around the hotel Staff there were wonderful and helpful to us that made us feel a warm welcom... Pika Wed, 21 Jul 2004 11:01:37 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/10662.html Good hotel for good price! Stuff is great and helpful, hotel is clean with a lot of extras, so for example free water each day. only within five minutes walk to the Grand Palace and other sightseeing places as Khao San Road, Golden Mount, Chao Phraya... Yvonne Del Castillo Fri, 16 Jul 2004 23:45:51 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/9742.html For the price I got, the hotel was fine. Nice staff. No problems. Just 10 minutes walk to Khao San Road. Meissonnier Wed, 23 Jun 2004 13:59:59 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/8595.html I was stay in this hotel on November 2002, the location is the best, you can go to the most interesting places by walking because the hotel is near to Grand Palace. Breakfast are excellent, the staff was not very friendly, and the rooms (standard) yo... Julia De Vega Wed, 03 Mar 2004 20:22:39 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/8527.html I love this hotel!great location,great breakfast,great value!We can see the Grand Palace through our window.It is a little bit run down,but it is over 60 years old!I love the old furniture and the 60-year-old elevator.I will be back. Zhang's Fri, 06 Feb 2004 04:55:40 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/8428.html Wonderful place to stay in but slightly run-down. Clean, and easily accessible to the various places of interest. Buffet breakfast that comes with the stay was excellent! Recommended to all. Derek Chia Mon, 15 Dec 2003 15:05:55 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/8097.html The hotel was within walking distance to many things,which we found very handy.We found the hotel in urgent need of renovation as our room was very run down and tatty although still clean and very basic.The staff at reception were very helpful but we... Samantha Marsh Wed, 04 Jun 2003 07:41:00 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/8028.html a great location -very central- close to grand palace, Kho Sang Road, park, art gallery, national museum, etc all within 5 or so mins walk - enabling you to get there before the crowds. Rooms are clean, spacious and quiet. Would definitely recommend ... Alison Mon, 28 Apr 2003 19:50:15 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/5696.html The Royal is a great hotel. I stayed there in '97 and it was close to everyhting, the staff was helpful. However, the place is in need of some renovation in some of the rooms. I love the lobby area. Overall I thought it was a good value for the mo... Chris Cotter Wed, 06 Nov 2002 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/5681.html I LOVE THIS HOTEL! It is within easy walking to all the great attractions! IT is so close that there is no need to take a taxi or tuk-tuk. The rate is great and the breakfast ils both american (scrambled eggs, pancakes, coffee....) and thai. The ... Olivia Montgomery Mon, 07 Oct 2002 18:00:00 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/5455.html Great location and very nice breakfast buffet - unfortunately the "Priviledged Rate"-advertised standard rooms on the 3rd and 4th floor are in dire need of renovation. This spoilt it! Ulrike Sat, 23 Mar 2002 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/5266.html The Riyal is a touch of old Bangkok, with excellent facilities abd service. A bargain, in a great location. I have stayed there 3 times over the past 11 years. Gene Bourquin Fri, 23 Nov 2001 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/5231.html An excellent place to stay. The cost of staying here was very reasonable for the great facility. The location is within walking distances to many attractions or very close to go by tuk tuk or cab. Thanks for the tastly and cheap meals Adolph And Maryann Thu, 01 Nov 2001 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/5080.html Over 60 years old, the Royal hotel is one of the most charming hotels in Bangkok. The hotel itself is a landmark. It is also excellently located, in walking distance to the Grand Palace and Sanam Luang. Peter Leisure Sun, 05 Aug 2001 18:00:00 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/666.html This hotel is ok regarding the facility, but the personnel was really helpfull and serviceable. Thanks. Glachant Thu, 22 Apr 2004 14:15:31 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/664.html This hotel is ok regarding the facility, but the personnel was really helpfull and serviceable. Thanks. Glachant Thu, 22 Apr 2004 13:53:44 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Thailand/Bangkok/176716--hotel-reviews/614.html Good hotel!andnbsp; Great location!andnbsp; The staff was friendly andamp; we had some help with getting around too. Kaori Kubota Fri, 09 Apr 2004 11:41:32 +0100