Bangkok's Sweety Resort: Paradise Found! (Unbelievable Photos Inside!)
Bangkok's Sweety Resort: Paradise Found? (Unbelievable Photos Inside! … Maybe?) - A Rambling Review from a Real Human
Okay, brace yourselves, folks. I’ve just stumbled out of Bangkok’s Sweety Resort, and my brain is still defrosting from the sheer, unadulterated… well, experience. This isn’t your polished, brochure-perfect review. This is the real deal, warts and all, served to you with a side of caffeine-induced rambling. And yes, the photos are unbelievable. In a good way… mostly.
First Impressions: Accessibility and… The Elevator Saga
Let's get the serious stuff out of the way first: Accessibility. Sweety Resort claims to be accessible. And they've got the right wording: Elevator, Facilities for disabled guests (yup, that little checkbox ticked!), and all that jazz. But here's the thing: getting to the elevator… well, that's a whole other adventure. I'm not wheelchair-bound myself, but I could see the potential for problems. Some ramps felt… steep. The lobby was manageable, but navigating the pathways felt like a mini-obstacle course. And the elevator? Bless its heart, it did exist. But it wasn't the fastest. Or the quietest. Let's just say I spent a lot of time contemplating the structural integrity of the building whilst waiting.
Internet Chaos (and Free Wi-Fi!… in theory)
Okay, let's talk about the digital realm. Sweety promised glorious, ubiquitous internet. The boast was: Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! and Internet access – wireless. Hallelujah! Needed to catch up on emails (and maybe some cat videos, don't judge).
Internet, Internet [LAN], Internet services… they ticked all the boxes!
My reality? "Connecting…" followed by a frustratingly long delay. My Laptop workspace felt more like a "laptop… wait… workspace." Occasional bursts of connectivity were followed by long, agonizing periods of buffering. Forget streaming! Downloading a single email attachment seemed like a Herculean task.
The Amenities – A Whirlwind of Choices (and Questions)
Alright, let's move on. They have a TON of things!! You could get Sauna, Steamroom, Massage, Spa/sauna, Body scrub, Body wrap, Foot bath, Gym/fitness, Pool with view, Swimming pool, … and more.
Fitness Center = Check. Honestly, I didn't try it. After the elevator escapades, the thought of more stairs was… not appealing.
Swimming pool [outdoor] and Pool with view. Now, that was something special. The pool was gorgeous - a real oasis of tranquility. But a pool with a view? It depended on whether you considered another building five stories up a "view." Ok, I'm being uncharitable; it was nice. But the "view" was more "urban sprawl with a hint of sky."
Food Glorious Food (and a Few Hiccups)
My stomach demanded attention. The resort has Breakfast [buffet], Asian breakfast, Western breakfast, Restaurants, Poolside bar, Coffee shop, Snack bar, and even Room service [24-hour]! The sheer volume of Dining, drinking, and snacking options was overwhelming. They had a Vegetarian restaurant, Asian cuisine in restaurant, International cuisine in restaurant, and a Desserts in restaurant.
I went for the breakfast buffet. It was… okay. Definitely an Asian breakfast section with the usual suspects. The Coffee/tea in restaurant, and the Bottle of water were plentiful. But that one time my waiter took a literal age to even acknowledge my presence. Not great.
Cleanliness & Safety - A Sanitized Sanctuary? (Mostly)
This is the era of obsession with cleanliness, and Sweety Resort clearly got the memo. I'm happy with Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Individually-wrapped food options, Hot water linen and laundry washing, Staff trained in safety protocol, and, the best, Rooms sanitized between stays. They were doing everything. Felt safe, mostly.
For the Kids (and Families) – Child-Friendly or Child-Friendly-Adjacent?
Family/child friendly? Yes! Kids meal? Yep! Babysitting service?? Believe it or not, yes.
Getting Around: Car Parks, Taxis, and the Eternal Trek
Car park [free of charge] and Car park [on-site]. Parking was easy enough – a definite plus in Bangkok. They had a Taxi service and even (Airport transfer).
The Rooms: Clean, Comfortable… and Potentially a Little… Bland?
The first thing that hit me was the Air conditioning – glorious, icy air – pure bliss after the Bangkok heat! They had Air conditioning in public area - yep! The room itself was clean, and they have Non-smoking rooms. The Bathrobes, Slippers, and Toiletries were a nice touch. They have Free bottled water, Coffee/tea maker, a Refrigerator, and a Mini bar – all the essentials to make you feel comfortable and happy.
The Verdict: Paradise Found… with a Few Bumps in the Road
Sweety Resort isn't perfect, but it's got a LOT going for it. The pool is wonderful, and the rooms are comfortable. The staff, on the whole, were warm and welcoming (once you got their attention!).
Final Score: 7.5/10 (could be an 8, if the internet was usable, and the elevator didn't try to kill me.)
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Alright, buckle up, buttercups! Because we're diving headfirst into my potential disaster-slash-triumph, Sweety Resort Bangkok itinerary. Consider this less a polished travel guide and more a rambling, pre-trip therapy session narrated by someone who's likely going to misplace their passport at least three times.
Sweety Resort Bangkok: Operation "Don't Accidentally Swim in Toilet Water" (or, How to Survive a Week in Paradise… Probably)
Day 1: Arrival and the Art of Not Looking Like a Complete Tourist (Immediately Fail)
- Morning (5:00 AM - My Internal Clock Screams in Horror): Flight departs. I swear I packed everything… including my anxiety blanket. Wish me luck fighting off jet lag!
- Afternoon (Bangkok Time - Actual Arrival): Arrive at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Okay, deep breaths. Find transport to Sweety Resort in Bangkok. Hopefully, there are no tuk-tuk scams. I've read enough travel blogs to know the drill (I hope). First mission: find someone who speaks English to help me get a local SIM card ASAP. Gotta have internet! Gotta post that "I'm here!" selfie to Instagram (because, priorities).
- Afternoon (3:00 PM): Check-in at Sweety Resort. Pray the room isn't haunted by the ghosts of overly enthusiastic karaoke singers (I’ve got a sensitive constitution, you know).
- Late Afternoon (4:00 PM): Unpack. Immediately misplace power adapter. Panic. Remember I brought a spare. Sigh of relief. Start trying to get my bearings which would involve taking a quick shower.
- Evening (6:00 PM): Okay, time for food! Start with a light meal from the street food market which is located nearby. Try to avoid the food that looks like it might be a dare. (And don't eat anything that's been sitting out for too long. Food poisoning is my arch-nemesis!)
- Evening (8:00 PM): Attempt to wander around the night market. Get hopelessly lost. Embrace the chaos. Buy a questionable souvenir. Regret it later. (Probably a knock-off t-shirt with a misspelled English phrase.)
- Evening (9:00 PM - 10:00 PM): Collapse into bed. Jet lag finally hits. Promise myself tomorrow will be better (it won't be).
Day 2: Temples, Tuk-Tuks, and the Near-Death Experience of Crossing the Road (Maybe)
- Morning (9:00 AM - 10:00 AM): Attempt breakfast at the resort. Try the local fruits. Probably end up with sticky hands.
- Morning (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Visit Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn). Marvel at its beauty. Immediately forget to take a good picture because I'm too busy gawking. Wonder if I’ll ever get any of these temple names right. Take a perilous tuk-tuk ride, fully convinced I'm going to die in traffic. (Dramatic, I know). Feel thrilled that I got to see it!
- Lunch (1:00 PM): Seek out pad thai from a small, seemingly unassuming vendor. Pray that the food is good. Actually, hope I don't get food poisoning AGAIN.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Explore Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha). Get absolutely dwarfed by the giant golden Buddha. Attempt to take a selfie. Fail miserably. Spend way too long admiring the intricate murals. Consider a traditional Thai massage (probably will scream like a banshee).
- Afternoon (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Get back to the hotel. Rest a bit.
- Evening (6:00 PM): Go to the local bar located near the hotel. Decide that I need to sample every single drink on the menu. Decide that it wasn't a very good idea the next morning. Try to get some food there.
- Evening (7:00 PM): Wander around the place.
- Evening (8:00 PM): Go back and sleep.
Day 3: Market Mayhem and the Art of Bartering (Prepare for Embarrassment)
- Morning (9:00 AM): Breakfast.
- Morning (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Dive headfirst into the Chatuchak Weekend Market. Get completely overwhelmed by the sheer size and the amount of stuff. Promise myself I won't buy anything I don't need. Immediately break this promise.
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM): Lunch at a stall in Chatuchak. Try something weird. Regret it. (Or maybe I’ll love it! That’s the adventure, right?)
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM): Attempt to barter like a pro. Get completely ripped off. Laugh it off, I mean, I won’t be seeing these vendors again, right?
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Explore the street art scene. Take tons of pictures. Try to look like a sophisticated art critic (fail).
- Afternoon (4:00 PM): Go back to the hotel and rest.
- Evening (6:00 PM): Go see a cabaret show. Hope that it’s amazing.
- Evening (8:00 PM): Go to sleep.
Day 4: The River Cruise and the Battle Against Mosquitos (This is Gonna be Fun!)
- Morning (9:00 AM): Breakfast.
- Morning (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Hop on a Chao Phraya River cruise. Take a bunch of aesthetic pictures of the river. Try to spot the infamous river monsters.
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM): Lunch with a view. Hopefully, I can still eat after all the drama.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Visit the Jim Thompson House. Get lost in the beauty of the house and its artifacts!
- Afternoon (5:00 PM): Back to the hotel.
- Evening (6:00 PM): Try a cooking class at a local cookery school.
- Evening (9:00 PM): Go to sleep.
Day 5: Shopping, Rooftop Bars, and the Fear of Heights (A Recipe for Disaster?)
- Morning (9:00 AM): Breakfast.
- Morning (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Go shopping in a mall. Realize I've spent far more money than I budgeted for. Regret it. Spend more money anyway.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM): Quick lunch.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM): Prepare for the rooftop bar experience:
- Afternoon (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Visit a rooftop bar. Enjoy the gorgeous views. Take lots of photos. Pretend like I’m not terrified of heights. Order a fancy cocktail. Spill it.
- Evening (6:00 PM): Go find some good street food.
- Evening (8:00 PM): Go back and crash. Thinking of going home because I am tired.
Day 6: The Deep Dive: A Day Dedicated to One Awesome Experience (Maybe TWO!)
- Morning (9:00 AM): Yes. Actual breakfast.
- Morning (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Okay, I'm doubling down on the Thai massage! This time, I'm going for the real experience. The kind that sounds like they're going to contort my body into shapes I didn't think were possible. I've heard it's amazing, but I'm secretly terrified of the stretching. Will I scream? Will I break a bone? Only time will tell!
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM): Lunch. Need the energy to stretch.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM): GO FOR ANOTHER MASSAGE. I am sure I will need it after that first massage.
- Afternoon (3:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Go back to the hotel and shower.
- Afternoon (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Have a quick snack.
- Evening (6:00 PM): Go to a Muay Thai boxing match.
- Evening (8:00 PM): Go crash because I need rest.
**Day 7: Farewell Bangkok (And
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Bangkok's Sweety Resort: Paradise Found?! (Spoiler: It's Complicated!)
Okay, So, Is Sweety Resort ACTUALLY Paradise? Like, For Real?
Alright, let's be brutally honest. Paradise? Maybe a slightly overblown marketing term. The photos? Yeah, they're gorgeous. That pool? Instagram gold. The reality? Well, it's...Bangkok-esque. Meaning glorious, chaotic, and occasionally, unexpectedly hilarious.
I went expecting, you know, pristine perfection. What I got was… well, I got *character*. There's this one little detail, a tiny, maybe insignificant thing, that *really* colored my experience. More on that later. Let's just say, the staff's interpretation of "clean" and *mine* differed a tad.
The Photos! They're Stunning! Is the Pool as Amazing as it Seems?
Okay, the pool. The pool is… damn fine. Seriously, the photos don't lie (mostly). It's shimmering, inviting, and the perfect place to nurse a Chang beer and pretend you've got your life together. I spent HOURS in that pool. Seriously, I became one with the chlorine. The downside? It gets crowded. And I swear, there was ONE guy... I won't go into detail, but let's just say he might have been practicing his competitive backstroke in his *underwear*. (Sigh.) It’s the little things, right?
What About the Rooms? Are They Clean?
This is where things get… interesting. The rooms themselves are stylishly decorated, and the beds are comfy. But "clean" is subjective, isn't it? My room had this *minor* issue. A tiny little friend. A gecko. Okay, maybe not tiny. It was a *large* gecko. And he wasn't just visiting. He moved in. He became part of the furniture. This is where my emotional rollercoaster really began. I get freaked out by bugs (don´t judge me!), but there was also something kind of charming about it. And the staff? Well, they seemed unfazed. "Normal," they said with a shrug. I spent a good part of my first day debating whether to request a room change or develop a Stockholm Syndrome-esque relationship with the gecko. (Gecko was named "Gary," by the way).
So, cleanish? Mostly? Bring bug spray (and maybe a therapist!).
The Breakfast, What's the Deal?
Breakfast is… included! Which is a plus. And it's a buffet (another plus). But don´t get overexcited. Think quantity over quality. There's the usual suspects: scrambled eggs that are suspiciously yellow, toast that's seen better days, and a selection of questionable looking sausages. But they also throw in some delicious Thai options. I’m talking fresh fruit, fluffy rice, and maybe, just maybe, a noodle soup that will change your life.
So, approach with an open mind, grab some fruit, and load up on the coffee to offset the potential indigestion.
Service? Friendliness? Are the Staff Helpful?
The staff? Mostly lovely. They were consistently friendly, always smiling, and went above and beyond (within reason). They were trying to be so helpful. They also had to deal with me and my Gecko-based emotional breakdown. They handled it admirably. I even think they secretly called me "the gecko lady." There were a few hiccups, (like when my laundry mysteriously disappeared and reappeared with the wrong items in it, and an extra t-shirt), but generally, they're great.
Location, Location, Location! How's the Resort Situated?
The location? It’s somewhat off the beaten track. That's a good thing, in some ways – it's relatively quiet, less frantic than some of the central Bangkok areas. But it also means you'll need to rely on taxis or tuk-tuks to get around. Be prepared to negotiate prices! And remember, the traffic in Bangkok is legendary. Plan accordingly.
There's a little convenience store nearby, which is handy for snacks and beer. And a massage place. (Essential. Trust me.)
Is Sweety Resort Good Value for Money?
Honestly? Yes. Despite the gecko (Gary!) and the questionable sausages, I'd say the Sweety Resort offers decent value. You're paying for a beautiful pool, a generally pleasant environment, and you know... the *experience*. It's not the Ritz (thank goodness!), but it's comfortable, and the price point is reasonable.
Anything Else I Should Know Before Booking? Any Hidden Gems… or Horrors?
Okay, so, here’s the real deal.
The "Hidden Gem": They offer a shuttle service to the nearby markets. USE IT. Absolutely incredible.
The "Horror" (depending on your perspective): The air conditioning in my room (Gary's room) was… temperamental. Sometimes blasting arctic air, sometimes just wheezing hot air. Pack accordingly. And maybe call pest control before you arrive. (kidding... mostly.)
Final Word: Sweety Resort is a solid choice. It's not perfect. It's a little rough around the edges. But it has charm. It has character. And it has a pool that's calling your name. Just, you know, emotionally prepare yourself for the unexpected. And maybe bring a gecko repellent... or a really good sense of humor. You'll need it!
Would you go back? (And, be honest!)
Honestly? Yes. Despite Gary, the dodgy air con, and the occasional moment of "what have I gotten myself into?" I'd go back. It's the kind of place that sticks with you, the kind you tell stories about years later. I already miss the pool. And, dare I say it, I slightly miss Gary tooPopular Hotel Find
