Sukhumvit Soi 1Backpackers Hostel Reviews

baby, I wish I could do it all for free. maybe I'll Take an aircon out of one of the dorm rooms and only charge 200 baht for a fan room. I'll think on it. Thanks for your review. Soi1david

I have no problem with over 50's staying here, we are here to help any travelers, and some need more help than others. If the hostel was difficult to find, I can only assume you did not read the arrival directions. Directions are very good, In Thai and English, showing it to any Taxi will get you to the front door. At the front door we have a sign that is about 12 foot long above the door that say's "Soi1guesthouse". In front of that about belly level, is another 10 foot sign written in blue with a bright orange back ground, "Soi1guesthouse". Above these two large signs is a sign attached to the building that hangs about 8-10 foot over the street from the 3rd floor that is 8ft by 4ft, That says "soi1guesthouse” and also our “phone number” below it. This sign can be seen clearly from quite a distance. Soi 1 is about a 400 meter street with only one 7-11 shop on it. Most directions add that we are next to the 7-11, (Itself very well lit up). So with those 5 location finders 98% of my guest, who are much less experienced (half your age) find us with no problem. I understand you had a "difficult" time finding us, But I am at a lost to be able to supply any further directions that could have helped you. (We do have our phone # listed on all arrival info so if by chance you have a difficult time finding us just ask taxi to call, they will do this for you for no extra charge.) We rented our downstairs restaurant out for a week for a reunion of Ethiopian families to celebrate an event they were having. The place was repainted and full of flowers I thought it was quite colorful and festive. They, of course, served Ethiopian food for the time they were here and I was very surprised to see how many people here at the hostel knew about Ethiopian food, Two English teachers on holiday from China, Claimed to me that it was lovely food, they ate there 3 of the 4 nights they stayed here, Knew all the names of the dishes, and raved to me how it rivaled the Ethiopian restaurants in NYC. Their (the Ethiopians) agreement with me is finished now and they no longer are here. Again, I wonder where your complaint lies here. You gave us a 2 for location... This alone tells me you did have a difficult time understanding your surroundings, As most of our reviews, even the low rated ones, give our location a 5. Why? Because it is unbeatable. One of the reasons rent here on Sukhumvit is the highest in Thailand. And with the Hospital about to expand their ground.. Will even be more expensive soon. Our Location Rocks! You did manage to stay here for 3 nights, I must remind you that this is high season and with 30+ people staying here each of the nights you did (In party mode) our maids get busy. We don't have a shower monitor that cleans the shower after every use, but we do have a signs on every floor that read, “If you need something cleaned please contact the desk. It will be taken care of immediately.” But from your complaints I don't think you read signs. Your best scores for us were for, security, staff, atmosphere and Value for money. Conflicting with most other reviews, your low ranking of our Location and atmosphere also leads me to believe, “From my point of view”, that you would have been more suited to a hotel and not the social environment that we, as a hostel, provide. Thanks for your review as I think it will help others define better if our environment here suits them. Explorers, Travelers and open minded peoples of any age are welcome. We supply a safe, clean and informative venue for all. And we like to party a bit also. Why not? 80 yrs.. do all you can! Our Motto “ Seize the world before the world seizes you!” Soi1david

All bathrooms are cleaned twice daily and when anyone mentions they are dirty. When the showers are dirty, It's more than likely the person before you left hair on the drain, Shaved in shower. We can't monitor showers every time someone uses them, but are happy to clean them anytime someone mentions they need looked at. Just say something to the desk. it would really make you more happy. And us also.

Thanks for your review Ms.P. We enjoy what we do here. Bangkok can be a bit daunting for 1st time arrivals. We make sure you get the info you need to stay on top. Our location is so good that I fear the rent here will soon be to high. Come and see us while you can. Seize the world before the world seizes You. Soi1guesthouse

Always glad to have the good people around. Lucky We get a fair share of them, yourself included. Thanks for your review. We are a proper hostel. Easy going, Social, Informative. At the best location in Bangkok with English speaking staff. Come join the family of friends, If that appeals to you then You'll be glad you did.

Yes my Japanese friend It was a great night, We love our pub crawls but we Love the NYE ones the best! We had 24 people on it this year and yes, from many countries We touched the many scenes of Bangkok with Not a single problem and everyone had a fair bit of strength for it, with about 6 of the group and myself lasting till Noon the next day. Nights like these you never forget. And the deal he mentions was from me, I put it on the "Deals" section and only 3 people took me up on the free night offer, Why? Coz you 3 were the only ones who clicked on the special deal button and saw it.. I's gone now but here is a copy of it below so readers understand... ""Party People, you will get no better call than this. 1 night Only. Book this night thru HW, They will charge you like 10% but when you arrive on NYE you will not have to pay us the balance. But, you must go with us on the best Pub Crawl you will of ever been. BTW our Pub Crawls are always free. I've never seen a free night on any 3rd party booking site. So I thought I'd be 1st. Join us to finish off 2012 and start 2013. Cheers. soi1david ( won't let me list it for free, so now it's .01 baht)"" So a lesson to learn here always check out the "DEAL" button on HW. Not that I'm ungrateful or anything for your review but as You did take advantage of the free night and had a "Wonderful Night" how is it you gave us a 77% rating? Happy New year to all and remember have a look at the deal button, you never know what we may be doing. I love my job. Cheers.

But the vibe is.... everything. Yeah Baby!

NYE pub crawl was grand. Glad you were a part of it! Cheers Mate.