Hotel recommendations for Photo Gallery:
Budget ($33-56/night):
Budget hotels on the side streets. Look for places with good reviews on Booking.com.
Mid-Range ($78-111/night):
International chains like Ibis or Holiday Inn. These usually have good security and privacy.
Premium ($138+/night):
International brands like Marriott or Hilton.
Guest-Friendly Policy:
Most hotels here are guest-friendly.
Location tip: Stay near public transport links.
Hotel and accommodation photos
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Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.
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10 Mar 2026 at 00:26
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Been going for years. Scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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Been there 10 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The friendly atmosphere is what keeps me coming back.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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17 Mar 2026 at 01:26
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Word of caution — watch out for taxi scams at the airport. Other than that, great destination.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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