Jun 16, 2008
Sex Tourists Are Not Welcome
Posted By Todd
The Atlanta Hotel in Bangkok is within walking distance of the tailor district, the Siam Paragon, and Lumpini Park. It’s also right next two of the three red light districts of Bangkok.
When the owner’s son took over, he decided to make it “Bangkok’s Bastion of Healthy Tourism.” The guy must have had some pretty traumatic sexual experiences.. he clearly has a complex.
Staying there, you’re also constantly reminded that the hotel won’t entertain complaints since it’s a “budget” hotel.
They do have an awesome pool area (first swimming pool in Thailand), a good vegetarian restaurant, and easy access to the Skytrain. It was apparently the finest hotel in Bangkok in its heyday in the ’60s. Recommended.
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9 Comments, Comment or Ping
clr
I really like you guys, but you really, really, REALLY, don’t get or appreciate the Atlanta or its history.. if this is all you have to say about it.
Jun 16th, 2008
The Digital Backpacker
Whoah…are you the owner CLR?
Jun 16th, 2008
Todd
CLR, feel free to set the record straight. The Atlanta is a cool place with a rich history, but the attitude is by far its most unusual feature to someone coming in off the street.
I should also mention the staff there are unbelievably friendly and casual despite the harsh warning sign.
Those interested can read more at http://www.theatlantahotelbangkok.com/.
Jun 16th, 2008
Bob
Lifenomadic should adopt the same complaint policy.
Jun 17th, 2008
Nick
Is this place more or less money than a place that lets the folks party? You might not be able to screw, but I bet you can actually sleep in a clean bed and not have to worry about getting accosted in the hallways. Plus, the last time I checked, people that own things can do what they wish with them…unless you’re in the US and want to have a cigarette in a private drinking establishment or restaurant.
Like the man said, If you don’t like my policies, there are plenty of other places to stay.
Jun 17th, 2008
Eric Bomblatus
Where is the warning on the notice that “sex tourists” will be shot on sight?
Jun 17th, 2008
Magnus
Having travelled to New York and Los Angeles as a sex tourist, I don’t really see what the fuss is about.
Jun 18th, 2008
Nick
LOL Magnus. Isn’t that what we all really are. Sex tourists in the country of life. I mean really, if it weren’t for sex, there wouldn’t be any sex tourists. Ouch. That was so deep I hurt myself. No pun intended.
Jun 20th, 2008
sheila carfenders
at least the hotel allows its guests to read the book titled:
“hello my big big honey!”
love letters to bangkok bar girls & their revealing interviews
…while basking in the tropical ambiance
Jun 28th, 2008
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