I also opt for Raya, even with 10$ price premium. I don't like Tarntawan registering guests of their guests, even in daytime .
as for better location it depends , for me Raya is better because is closer to Moonlight, Patpong , Sarica and world acclaimed , UNESCO listed , Foodland .
Love thrill of that crossing the street, closest thing in life to experience winning the lottery and several times a day at that.
As for early checking , if room is ready already Raya usually let me in , Check out is at 12 noon. 11 a.m. seems too early although last summer I was in hotel in Madrid, Spain with check out time at 10 a.m.