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[neo24]

Well after watching Dave on the youtube, I can say that, my trip should start out well. Love the vids Daves and looking for updates!!

[MrMercury]

November 2011

Taken from my TR.

I am not a great lover of posh or plush hotels. I much rather prefer the more friendlier type of guesthouse and that is why I choose to stay here at Canterbury Tales. So long as I have a comfy bed in a fun environment then I am more than happy. Also it is quite conveniently situated close to the evermore popular areas of Soi Buakhow and LK Metro along with Pook Swan just around the corner.

The rooms are basic, kept clean and comfortable with all the necessities needed such as Wall Safe, T.V. fridge and coffee making equipment. Last year I had taken room 6b at 550 baht per night, but this year felt I wanted something a little larger, so had opted for room 12a at 600 baht per night, which also boasted a four poster bed. Spacious and with a balcony over-looking the Soi where you can sit with a cold beer and watch the world pass by before heading off out for the evening. For those of you who are a little shy about bringing anyone back to the loom, those in building A are served with a discreet back entry, (and I do like a nice back passage) along with CCTV monitoring.

Once again booking was easy and no hassle via the website at www.canterburytalescafe.com and as usual, deposit sent, Dave replied promptly informing me that my room was all reserved for me. Dave has recently updated his website and it now incorporates a small forum where you can keep up to date on all the news, gossip, banter and events locally. A great addition.

Although the guesthouse is basic, the friendliness and helpfulness provided by Dave, Yao and their staff certainly isn’t. Their service is definitely 5*+. Couple that along with the repartee of their regular customers and characters around the breakfast table (usually mid to late morning), and it is not to be missed. Here you are a name, not just a room number.

There is a reasonably priced and decent menu for food, mainly English and Thai, but for me though, the breakfasts must be one of the most enjoyable in Pattaya and it certainly sets you up well for the day ahead.

Canterbury Tales also has an extensive well stocked bookshop with reading material that will satisfy everyones interests. As I had done on my first visit I had topped up my luggage allowance with loads of books to exchange along with a couple of DVD’s. Top of my list is Paultains book “The Paultain Experience, (Chronicles Of A Whore Monger)” which I am sure will be a great read down on the beach.

All told a thoroughly great place to stay.

MM.

[duke007]

Did you like the bed in room 12A Mr M?, hope I didnt soil it too much for you a few weeks earlier

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[neo24]

I loved the May Bed! Can i have one reserved for me? lol

[duke007]

For sure neo, shes

neo24, on 20 November 2011 - 10:25 PM, said:

I loved the May Bed! Can i have one reserved for me? lol

For sure neo, shes very versatile

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[MrMercury]

duke007, on 20 November 2011 - 10:24 PM, said:

Did you like the bed in room 12A Mr M?, hope I didnt soil it too much for you a few weeks earlier

No duke, you didnt soil it too much but I hope to be doing so tonight

MM.

[neo24]

Duke May is one of a few that if i had a Lb in tow with me and I saw her, the other lb would get a tip and I will go straight to May!!

[badboybilly]

I luv the Canterbury Tales.

[thaidave]

Hey Billy................
Yes thanks guys for the positive feedback, hope you all had a good Christmas and all the best for the new year.

This room available from the 6th Feb 2012, has separate bedroom & lounge, 2 TV's & 2 DVD players, balcony, 2 ceiling fans, A/C & of course the discreet back door

[TEXASMAC]

Thaidave, 3 times you mentioned you go to "Pooks" but said dont tell your wife. As I will be there on the 28th for a Jak and Coke I will be silent. LOL

[nightwatch]

I know you would perfer longer term tenants but do get many walk ins staying for a few days? Or do you stay pretty much booked up? I might have a few days torwards the end of my stay and may try to make it to Pattaya. There are no set plans for the trip so i wont bore you about it just wondering how busy you stay.