Pattaya Hotels

[Mogwai]

Hi guys,

I'm planning a one week trip to Pattaya and I'm thinking to book either LK Residence or LK Metropole Hotel. As far as I understand both hotels are girl friendly which is condition #1. Also I found the Thai climate too hot and need a (clean) bathtub and both hotels have that. Also the bathtub can be interesting place when you came back with a girl for the night. The location also seems very good. I have never been in Pattaya, but it seems that around there is a lot of party streets. LK Metro, Soi Honey. Please can someone confirm me if my observation and expectations about the location are correct.

Both hotels seems perfect choice based on my criteria but what about the noise? I can not sleep when it is noisy and I'll need that to restore the lost energy So if you have been at LK Residence or LK Metropole Hotel can you comment on:

- noise.

- is it clean.

- is it a good location for the purpose of the trip that every one of us visit Pattaya. I mean libraries, theaters, galleries, etc.

Cheers,

If you read the reviews on tripadvisor.co.uk and filter on 'noise' you will soon find out that the LK Metropole is your best bet, as the LK Residence is right in front of a bunch of noisy beer bars.

You can use the same reviews to filter on 'clean' and uhm... libraries, theaters and galleries of course.

[Banana Boi]

I'm not a fan of the Areca's location although I did like the three ground level swimming pools. I did like the Baywalk's location but didn't care for the rooftop pool.

Not many hotels, if any, mentioned here can beat Baywalk's location. Decent rooms when you get the larger ones. Areca's location is good. Easily get to Soi 6 and the Soapies with 2nd Road baht bus, to Walking Street with Soi Buakhao baht bus, and literally steps away from LK Metro. Beach Road FL's would be a pain though.

[Onojdi]

Hi guys,

I'm planning a one week trip to Pattaya and I'm thinking to book either LK Residence or LK Metropole Hotel. As far as I understand both hotels are girl friendly which is condition #1. Also I found the Thai climate too hot and need a (clean) bathtub and both hotels have that. Also the bathtub can be interesting place when you came back with a girl for the night. The location also seems very good. I have never been in Pattaya, but it seems that around there is a lot of party streets. LK Metro, Soi Honey. Please can someone confirm me if my observation and expectations about the location are correct.

Both hotels seems perfect choice based on my criteria but what about the noise? I can not sleep when it is noisy and I'll need that to restore the lost energy So if you have been at LK Residence or LK Metropole Hotel can you comment on:

- noise.

- is it clean.

- is it a good location for the purpose of the trip that every one of us visit Pattaya. I mean libraries, theaters, galleries, etc.

Cheers,

[Breadman]

Thank you everyone for you input. I booked a reservation at Areca using Agoda. I was able to book the Super Deluxe for 48 USD a night with free cancellation although you could get the same room for 43 but that rate is non-refunable. I am not sure which wing I am in as it didn't give a choice for choosing. I will try to post my thoughts on the hotel after my stay in September. Thanks again everyone.

I'm not a fan of the Areca's location although I did like the three ground level swimming pools. I did like the Baywalk's location but didn't care for the rooftop pool.

[ThatGuy68]

I feel Pattaya is one city you DO need to book further in advance as prices do raise pretty fast the closer it get's to your visit.

My first trip is in August. So I'm a noob but can add some of my findings to this subject.

After Avani changed guest policy and with the changes occurring I've left the last 4 days of my trip open. Since then, I've been worried about prices going up or no rooms should I decide to stay in Pattaya. But I've been doing lots of checking into tomorrow pricing of various hotels daily. I've found they have plenty of rooms and in most cases cheaper than if I booked August rooms in advance. I'd assume this may be a different story in December or in high season in general. I've had my eye on spoiling myself at the Hilton and Siam Siam last few days if I stay in Pattaya. Yesterday Hilton quoted me 7300 baht for end of August but I could get a room today for 5600 baht. That's actually closer than most of my quotes. I've been told they get even cheaper the day of. But is it worth the risk of missing out? Idk.

[ItIsMe83]

I guess you mean USD. Please quote prices in Thai Baht, that makes much more sense in the Thailand thread.
I know you're not the only one so this is meant as a kind reminder to anyone quoting prices in USD.

Apologies, sorry was actually quoting Euro's haha. Didn't think of doing it in THB as booking sites always quote in USD / Eur / GBP. Will do thb next time- makes sense.

Yeah Baraq has a 1000 baht a day resort fee (according the the booking sites).

[Mogwai]

I'm guessing Pattaya's get's more and more fully booked. Mid-August a Monday to Sunday (6 night) Baraq is 850 +150 fees. Wave 820 and Hilton 1400. Pretty steep.

I guess you mean USD. Please quote prices in Thai Baht, that makes much more sense in the Thailand thread.
I know you're not the only one so this is meant as a kind reminder to anyone quoting prices in USD.

[Mogwai]

I'm guessing Pattaya's get's more and more fully booked. Mid-August a Monday to Sunday (6 night) Baraq is 850 +150 fees. Wave 820 and Hilton 1400. Pretty steep.

Fees? What do you mean?

I feel Pattaya is one city you DO need to book further in advance as prices do raise pretty fast the closer it get's to your visit. As it's obviously not the biggest city it can get pretty extreme for what you get. I. E. Wave is def overrated. I stayed there a few days and altho nothing bad can be said about the place (super lovely staff) the prices they dare to ask for ordinary rooms is hilarious (from our point of view then. Business wise probably very smart as there might be a market for it).

Really? The hotel where I'm staying right now, a popular mid range hotel in a good location, is only half full and I was able to get a 15% discount.

[ItIsMe83]

I'm guessing Pattaya's get's more and more fully booked. Mid-August a Monday to Sunday (6 night) Baraq is 850 +150 fees. Wave 820 and Hilton 1400. Pretty steep.

I feel Pattaya is one city you DO need to book further in advance as prices do raise pretty fast the closer it get's to your visit. As it's obviously not the biggest city it can get pretty extreme for what you get. I. E. Wave is def overrated. I stayed there a few days and altho nothing bad can be said about the place (super lovely staff) the prices they dare to ask for ordinary rooms is hilarious (from our point of view then. Business wise probably very smart as there might be a market for it).

[Blanquiceleste]

Thank you everyone for you input. I booked a reservation at Areca using Agoda. I was able to book the Super Deluxe for 48 USD a night with free cancellation although you could get the same room for 43 but that rate is non-refunable. I am not sure which wing I am in as it didn't give a choice for choosing. I will try to post my thoughts on the hotel after my stay in September. Thanks again everyone.

Please write to Ms Khanittha at the email address mentioned in the hotel website. Give her details of your reservation and ask her to confirm the room is in the Evergreen wing.

They are very prompt and responsive.

[Blanquiceleste]

I've read Areca requires guests be 21. True?

Most hotels and even discos and GoGo bars have an age policy. If this is going to hold you back from booking a good hotel, that is your call.

[JHawk88]

Thank you everyone for you input. I booked a reservation at Areca using Agoda. I was able to book the Super Deluxe for 48 USD a night with free cancellation although you could get the same room for 43 but that rate is non-refunable. I am not sure which wing I am in as it didn't give a choice for choosing. I will try to post my thoughts on the hotel after my stay in September. Thanks again everyone.

[GoldenBear81]

Areca is a winner by a mile. Ensure you get a Super Deluxe room in the Evergreen wing and you will not regret it.

If you have a bit more budget and are keen for a sea side location, LK Empress is the one to go for.

I've read Areca requires guests be 21. True?

[Blanquiceleste]

Greetings, I have stayed in BKK several time but have decided to spend a weekend in Pattaya. I have been reading past posts and found lots of good info but I am not sure which area is best for me. When I go to BKK I usually spend more time at the Hillary bars then at the gogos and stay at Dynasty Grande. I am looking at Baywalk Residence or Areca Lodge. I was leaning toward Baywatch because of its location but Areca looks like a nicer hotel. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

Areca is a winner by a mile. Ensure you get a Super Deluxe room in the Evergreen wing and you will not regret it.

If you have a bit more budget and are keen for a sea side location, LK Empress is the one to go for.

[BionicMan]

Greetings, I have stayed in BKK several time but have decided to spend a weekend in Pattaya. I have been reading past posts and found lots of good info but I am not sure which area is best for me. When I go to BKK I usually spend more time at the Hillary bars then at the gogos and stay at Dynasty Grande. I am looking at Baywalk Residence or Areca Lodge. I was leaning toward Baywatch because of its location but Areca looks like a nicer hotel. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

I can't tell about baywatch but Areca is food standard.

Under some way, given the Pattaya factors is similar to majestic grande in bkk, albeit MG has a solid business customer range you will not find at Areca.

But, Hey, pattaya is no business city vs, bkk.