Manhattan Hotel Editor's Review & Visit

After hearing guests’ comments about various aspects of the Manhattan Hotel, we took the liberty of requesting the permission of the hotel to make a visit in order to draft an article. As soon as we exited Asok BTS skytrain station, we headed for Sukhumvit Soi 15, which took only a little over 3 minutes’ walk to reach. The Manhattan Hotel was around 100 metres into Soi 15, and altogether it must have taken less than 5 minutes.

The surrounding area

Those who appreciate ease of travel will be pleased to hear this, as the hotel is situated near the main road, not far into the soi. We didn’t see many shops near the hotel, and the atmosphere was nice and quiet, not too busy or noisy. It wouldn’t be a bad idea at all to stay in this area. Before stepping inside, shall we have a look at the hotel from the outside a little? The hotel is a large, square, well-designed and decorated building of approximately 9 storeys, and looks as though it may have been open for quite a long time.

The hotel lobby

As soon as we enter the hotel, we find the lobby area, which in general is quite spacious. It is divided into three sections: the front reception, Internet centre and foot massage parlour.

Front reception area.

Guest seating in the lobby area.

Internet centre in the lobby area.

Foot massage in the lobby area.

The Restaurants

There are also two restaurants in the hotel serving guests around the clock. The Broadway Coffee Shop is situated on the front right side of the hotel, next to the front reception, and offers guests a buffet breakfast and general menu. The restaurant is decorated in a simple style and is spacious, but not luxurious or eye-catching.

The Broadway Coffee Shop.

The Jin Seng Korean restaurant

The Jin Seng Korean restaurant, however, which is situated on the front left side of the hotel, has a much better atmosphere than the Broadway Coffee Shop, as it is decorated in a modern style and the tables and chairs are arranged in corners, creating a feeling of privacy.

The Jin Seng Restaurant.

The Jin Seng Restaurant.

The Room

There are a total of 203 hotel rooms, located on the 3^rd to 9^th floors. Guests staying on the higher floors at the front of the hotel are lucky, as they are offered a clear view of the city, and views from rooms on the lower floors are less impressive. Superior, Executive and Deluxe rooms are generally preferred by guests, and we were very disappointed to learn that we would be unable to visit the Superior room due to lack of availability. This type of room is very popular with guests, so we had especially wanted to make a visit.

Therefore, we only had the opportunity to visit two types of room: the Executive and the Deluxe. However, we can sum up briefly that, according to the hotel staff, Executive rooms are in fact Superior rooms which have been renovated. The extra features of the Executive room are the tea and coffee facilities, dressing gowns and bathroom slippers. Apart from this, the Superior and Executive rooms are the same, both in their area of 28sq.m. and their amenities. Which type of room guests choose to stay in will depend on their budget.

The Executive Room

If guests decide to stay in the Executive room in order to benefit from the newer and smarter room and amenities, they must of course pay more. Interest in the Superior rooms lies in their availability and very inexpensive rates. Although some features have been improved, those features which have yet to be renovated leave something to be desired.

Executive Room

Executive Room

Let’s make a brief visit to the Executive bathroom. Guests will have to put up with the bathroom a little, as there isn’t much room. This may be because it includes a bathtub, which makes the area seem a little smaller.

Executive bathroom

The Deluxe room

Let’s continue to the Deluxe room. This type of room is better than we’ve seen in other hotels, in that it features a private living room area separate from the bedroom; in fact, it would be better if this design were called a ‘Suite’. The room size and amenities are the same as the Executive room, but the Deluxe provides TVs both in the bedroom and the living area. In general, the room is clean, and the various amenities in the room are new, evidence that the room has recently been renovated.

Deluxe room

Deluxe room

Although we did not praise the interior décor in the bathroom, as it seemed a little too simple, but if we consider the size of the bathroom, we can confirm that it is really spacious, with easily enough room for 3 people. The bathroom provides both a shower and a bathtub.

Deluxe Bathroom

In summary then, the Deluxe, with an area of 34 sq.m. and its in-room amenities, should not fail to please guests, especially those travelling as families or requiring a room for 3 people. It’s a pity that this type of room is limited in number to only 2 rooms per floor, so our advice is to make reservations well in advance.

The hotel facilities

The hotel offers quite an array of facilities. In addition to the restaurant, Internet centre and foot massage parlour located on the ground floor, the second floor offers more leisure facilities, such as a fitness centre, salon and massage and treatment parlour.

The fitness centre is in the same area as the Thai Massage Parlour.

Salon Room

On the 2nd floor are two more shops: a souvenir shop and a jewellery shop.

The swimming pool

The swimming pool is situated on the 3^rd floor, and is designed in a heart-shape. Do we feel romantic when we see it? I’m afraid not, but it looks cute. The pool is medium-sized and surrounded by small and large plants, providing a fresh and shady atmosphere. The water is very clear and appealing.

The heart-shape swimming pool.

massage & treatment

As far as we have seen, the pride of the hotel must be the massage and treatment parlour, which is very popular with guests, especially the foot massage and traditional Thai massage services. The hotel staff is very proud of this, and we didn’t disagree, as merely the atmosphere and soft aroma made us feel drowsy and start yawning.

Thai Massage