The Atlanta

Quality of food exaggerated - 4th February, 2009
The Atlanta is a bit in the middle of nowhere; its location would be perfect for sex-tourists as it is close to nana but for backpackers there is not even a foodstall or a mom-and-pop shop somewhere around. The lobby looks nice; the restaurant is merely mediocre; food is only nicely advertised but not nicely done. The staff clearly has an attitude but a tip certainly cheers them up. Rooms are bleak, the whole building wobbles when a train passes by and the noise from the highway directly behind the pool can be mind wrecking. Reservations often get lost or are ignored. And when will they ever repair that dirty swimming pool with its broken tiles...

The Atlanta reviewed by RotPickup on 4th February, 2009, rated 3 out of 5.
Stayed here 11/2008
This is a Travelfish recommended reviewer
Total reviews submitted: 31.
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Come for the food and ambience - 14th January, 2009
Staying at the Altanta is an experience in itself. It doesn't have the best location (20 minute walk to Siam Square) and the rooms are blah, but the lobby, gardens, pool and restaurant make up for it. I wouldn't recommend this place to mid range or flashpackers, just budget travelers who don't mind a bit of grunge. Even if you don't stay here, check out the restaurant, ask for the full menu, and then spend an hour in the lobby reading the manuals, looking at the photo exhibitions and checking out the animals in the jungle gardens out back. Even though the rooms are basic, I'd stay here again just for the ambiance.

The Atlanta reviewed by jenstew55 on 14th January, 2009, rated 3 out of 5.
Stayed here 10/2008
This is a Travelfish recommended reviewer
Total reviews submitted: 13.
jenstew55 also reviewed: Bus Stop, CM Blue House, Garden House, Geckozy Guesthouse, Grand View Guest House, Mandalay Inn, Nett Hotel, Okay Guest House, Okay Guest House, Royal Hotel, The Riverside Guest House, TR Guesthouse.

Used to like it - 6th December, 2007
I've stayed here several times over the past decade. While they have celaned it up a bit, the staff has gone downhill. They were very close to being full when we showed up. We had called in advance and had a Thai speaking friend make reservations. Despite this they didn't honor our reservation, the only room they had was half a suite (someone else was already in one of the rooms) they wanted the whole full price for the other room. It was a real shame as my girlfriend had never stayed here and didn't get the opportunity to have the Atlanta experience.

The Atlanta reviewed by brendonscholtz on 6th December, 2007, rated 2 out of 5.
Stayed here 11/2007
This is a Travelfish recommended reviewer
Total reviews submitted: 12.
brendonscholtz also reviewed: Baan Lotus, Bow Chiang Mai House, Krung Kasem Srikrung Hotel, Orchid Guesthouse, Rambuttri Village, Sawasdee Guesthouse, Shin Sane Guest House and Bungalows, SK House, suk 11, Vayakorn Guesthouse, Villa Senesouk.

Loved it - 17th March, 2009
Quirky sanctuary for 1st time visitor to Bangkok. Room was tired as many reviews have said but lockable strongbox was good to have and room was spacious. We loved the restaurant and ate their nearly every day of our 7 day stay in Bangkok. The pool was a real plus. Location was fine for our needs but we'll proabably stay in Banglamphu to do the touristy visits when we return in April. Loved the unapologetic staunchness of the place.

The Atlanta reviewed by echo75 on 17th March, 2009, rated 4 out of 5.
Stayed here 2/2009
Total reviews submitted: 7.
echo75 also reviewed: Anhuy Hotel, Blue Lagoon, Bokor Mountain Lodge, Dreams Hotel, Rikitikitavi, Two Dragons Guesthouse.

Cold reception - 3rd January, 2009
- staff mostly cold and unfriendly (except for the young feller on night shift, i forget his name). - internet not working when i was there - i got 3rd floor room which (i think 1st and 2nd floors are better). more like a prison cell, but at least it had a balcony. - bathroom was pretty ordinary. - dined once for breakfast. food was ok. - it's a fair walk down a dead end street from the Sukhumvit. especially with luggage. - rooms have a safe but you need to purchase a lock. - the building and surrounds (on premises) have charm but the Atlanta lacked atmosphere. It seemed too staid. If you're looking for a similar budget hotel in same area but with a more relaxed environment (and better rooms and good pool) I suggest the Miami Hotel. It's closer to the Sukhumvit (Soi 13 i think).

The Atlanta reviewed by AndZen on 3rd January, 2009, rated 3 out of 5.
Stayed here 11/2008
Total reviews submitted: 4.
AndZen also reviewed: CM Blue House, The Miami Hotel Sukhumvit Soi 13.