Shanti Lodge

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Rated 2.5 out of 5

Based on 11 ratings and 11 reviews

• Bad experience...

  Well, I ended up in Shanti Lodge after a recommendation received in Lampang. I arrived at night, about 8pm or so, and since this was my second time in Bangkok I thought I'd try staying a bit further from Khao San Road, which was a bit too much for me. I had no reservation and they had only a room for 650B - about 100B more with AC. The place was pretty full. I thought it was quite expensive and went to check out the place next door, which was too scary and really prison like. I went back to Shanti and got 650B room. I have to say I really did not like this place. Despite the steep price the room had no window and had a strange smell, like it was always closed and saw no fresh air for a looong time. Also very humid and HOT room. There was not even a small window, something to let the light in. I couldn't even tell it was raining the whole night and if it was morning or not. The whole atmosphere of this place was too thematic. My room had lots of artificial plants all over, the bathroom was separated from the rest of the room with totally transparent glass and the bed box was made to look like a rock. It felt like that kind of motel, just missing the porn and the mirror on the ceiling. I felt a heavy atmosphere here, not because of the people or staff - which was by no means friendly -, but it was just too full, too overly decorated and too dark. I get the concept they are going for, but I prefer simple cozy place. Good location though.

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  Shanti Lodge reviewed by deniseinasia (Total reviews: 14) on 3rd September, 2011
  Rated 2 out of 5. after a stay here in 1/2011

• Mixed feelings

  True, it's not as good as it used to be, but it's still a nice place to stay. Food is very good although a bit pricey (one of the best pad thai I've had, along with May Kai Dee’s), rooms are clean, not that big but the restaurant and house itself are very comfortable. No mosquito net over the bed, but directly on the windows. Door closed using a chain + lock that a 6 year old would probably be able to kick open, but we didn’t have any problem. No problem with internet/phone booking either. But I have to agree that the staff is generally unhelpful at best, plain unpleasant at times. One more thing: it is located in a rather quiet aread, so taxis and tuk tuk don’t seem to know the place so well, and some of them will not tell you before they’ve gone in circles for half an hour – happened twice to me :) Anyways, not sure I’ll go there next time I’m in Bangkok.

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  Shanti Lodge reviewed by ilyas (Total reviews: 2) on 24th February, 2010
  Rated 4 out of 5. after a stay here in 2/2010

• Eeeek!

  I am staying here with my girlfriend in October this year - hope it's changed fromthe previous posts!!

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  Shanti Lodge reviewed by jojow25 (Total reviews: 3) on 17th September, 2009
  Rated 3 out of 5. after a stay here in /

• Do not go to Shanti Lodge, they are rude and is expensive for what it is.

  We were in Shanti Lodge on May this year (2008), we are backpackers, not very hard to please we stayed always in simple down to earth places but I have to tell you Shanti Lodge is horrible, not cheap, you can find better places for the same price , is far from everything but the worst place is staff, THEY ARE RUDE, THEY MAKE YOU FEEL HUMILIATED WHENEVER YOU ASK FOR ANYTHING , PARTICULARLY THE MANAGER, I COULD NOT BELIEVE HOW NASTY SHE WAS, i love Thailand and BKK is great , people are friendly and kind but this woman and her staff are a disgrace to their country we are spiritual friendly people and we had a terrible time there, we did pay for 4 nights , we left the second night, they were so rude and the rooms are small and is even expensive for what you get, is not worth it, in fact I don't understand why Lonely Planet has it in the guide,(among other sites) Love Thailand I was there for 3 months and the staff there in Shanti were the only bad experience we had, People in Thailand are great and the food is amazing anyway enjoy Thailand but do not even consider the possibility to stay in that place.

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  Shanti Lodge reviewed by Viajeromundial (Total reviews: 2) on 12th October, 2008
  Rated 1 out of 5. after a stay here in 4/2008

• not very good

  Now recommended in almost any guidebook, Shanti Lodge has been spoilt. The food's still good, the rooms ok, but service is not and atmosphere is lacking. No traveller's vibe.

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  Shanti Lodge reviewed by snok (Total reviews: 3) on 14th March, 2008
  Rated 2 out of 5. after a stay here in 3/2008

• Very SO-SO

  The staff was unfriendly and rude. Noisy street. Squatt toilets.We got eatten alive by bedbugs/lice,Gross! I will say the food, although pricey, was delicious. So go for lunch but stay elsewhere. We loved Asha guesthouse, not on travelfish, but they do have a website. Good Luck

  Shanti Lodge reviewed by snmmaclean (Total reviews: 4) on 30th November, 1999
  Rated 1 out of 5. after a stay here in 1/2007

• also

  also, i called one week before to confirm my reservation. the phone call didn't sound satisfying, but sure enough when i arrived they had my reservation and no problems.

  Shanti Lodge reviewed by sideflip1 (Total reviews: 9) on 30th November, 1999
  Rated 0 out of 5. after a stay here in 12/2006

• Great

  Shanti Lodge was the best guesthouse I stayed at my entire trip. I thought the staff were nice, and the rooms were nice, but maybe a tad bit too expensive, but considering I liked everything, I didn't mind paying. I loved the food. Stayed here twice, at the beginning and at the end of the trip. Really enjoyed the atmosphere of the place.

  Shanti Lodge reviewed by sideflip1 (Total reviews: 9) on 11th January, 2007
  Rated 5 out of 5. after a stay here in 12/2006

• Good location

  We stayed two nights Feb 2006. Unfortunately upon arrival we found they had given our room away even though we had reconfirmed our reservation as they requested. They stuck us in the building next door which appeared to be a different guesthouse so I can't comment on the actual rooms. The staff was fine but generally seen disorganized all around.

  Shanti Lodge reviewed by cecily (Total reviews: 3) on 30th November, 1999
  Rated 3 out of 5. after a stay here in 2/2006

• I love Shanti

  I've stayed at Shanti Lodge on three occasions, in September, October and November 2005. I love the place, downstairs there is a nice restaurant area that has a great ambience, and is welcoming and relaxing to sit and enjoy. The rooms are nice, have character and are excellent value for money. The fan and aircon rooms are the same (nice) just decide on which you need based on how hot it is. The food is sensational and worth visiting this place for even if you're not staying there. Renovations were underway in the restaurant on my last visit, looking like it will be larger but just as nice once the work is finished. Shanti is about 10-15 minutes walk from Khao San, so in the neighbourhood but away from the chaos. Can't recommend a place more highly in my opinion.

  Shanti Lodge reviewed by amber (Total reviews: 2) on 14th November, 2005
  Rated 5 out of 5. after a stay here in 10/2005

• Shanti Lodge sucks

  The staff were rude and snotty. I was really annoyed at the obnoxious attitude of the help. Mike

  Shanti Lodge reviewed by night_owl (Total reviews: 1) on 8th May, 2005
  Rated 1 out of 5. after a stay here in 5/2005