De Arni Hotel

The building is really old, and it seems like renovations have started, but I hope they speed up the refurbishment. While the room itself was clean, the communal hallways were stained all over, and the wallpaper was peeling. It felt so dirty and gloomy that I really wish they'd re-wallpaper them immediately. It felt more like a guesthouse. However, the low price and the kind staff were a plus. It's a viable option if you need a place to stay for one night, especially for late-night flights.

Although it's located within a 10-minute walk from the nearest station, there are also convenience stores and various restaurants nearby. Since Japanese is spoken here, I had a comfortable stay.

The environment is quite good. It's very convenient for going out, and there are many places to eat since it's in the city center. The room is also very clean. The price, after the countdown, wasn't expensive at all, which I think makes it a really good value.

This hotel is perfectly situated between the five-star VOCO and Le Méridien, making it very easy to find. It's also diagonally across from Japan Street and the night market. The room was a bit old but clean, and the twin room had a small balcony which was great for smoking or getting some fresh air. Breakfast cost 250 baht paid on-site, was Japanese-style, and while the selection wasn't huge, the food was tasty. The internet speed was just okay, and the elevator was quite small. There are plenty of convenient dining and massage options nearby!

I've stayed at this hotel many times, and it's always my top choice if the price is right. The front desk staff are very friendly. This time, I noticed one of them even went to university to study Chinese, and she was able to explain things to Chinese guests in Mandarin. That's really commendable!

The hotel is currently undergoing renovations, so there is construction noise from 9 AM to 5 PM. Most rooms face the street, resulting in very noticeable motorcycle and car traffic noise. I was moved to an inner-street room on the second day; while the noise level decreased, it was still there. If you are looking for a quiet stay, skip this hotel altogether. The only advantage is its pretty good location. However, the service needs a lot of improvement. The front desk staff lack flexibility; for example, when extending my stay, they wouldn't let me keep the same room unless I paid extra, claiming the rates had gone up. Sigh, this really lowers the overall standard of service. They don't understand hospitality and are penny-wise and pound-foolish. Due to the language barrier, the quality of service suffered even more.

The front desk staff were incredibly friendly, always greeting us warmly when we returned. The entire hotel smelled lovely, and its central location made getting to any attraction by taxi a breeze. Downstairs, there's a massage parlor and a 7-Eleven, which we frequented daily for supplies. Housekeeping was excellent; my friend left some cotton pads on the table and they were even cleaned and neatly arranged! The area around the hotel is also great, with the Pixel Building visible from our window. We were very satisfied!