Pattaya Hotels

[Sky Ryder]

Insider tip on Pattaya hotels: LK President. This hotel catered to busloads of Chinese tour groups, which have evaporated due to the outbreak. It is decorated in garish Rococo, with lots of fake gold, targeted at the "taste" of said Chinese. Very attractive deals can be had due to the absence of Chinese clientele. Hotel is strategically located at 3rd Street opposite to what officially is called Soi Chalermphrakiat 25, but what is better known as "Soi Chayapoon" or "Soi Pothole," an up&coming Soi with tons of bars, Gentlemen Clubs and massage joints.

Thank you Zhuren! I appreciate the referral! I will for certain take a look. I mean who doesn't like red wall paper and gold tassels! Of maybe I just spent too many years on the mainland and developed some of those tastes! Those were some very good evenings at Maggie's and CP. I am happy that I had a chance to experience them both. However, living above a massage business and across the street from one of the best saunas in CP just about killed me. Probably good I left before the downfall.

The "Northern Sisters" are still some of my all time best life experiences. That involve female companionship.

[Zhuren]

Thanks to you and Allover. I appreciate it very much. I suspect that I will find a more than suitable hotel from these suggestions. I will admit that having a nice "status" with a hotel chain does it's job of bringing you back, but I am going to break out on this trip and see what the other options are like. I will report back when the trip is done..

Insider tip on Pattaya hotels: LK President. This hotel catered to busloads of Chinese tour groups, which have evaporated due to the outbreak. It is decorated in garish Rococo, with lots of fake gold, targeted at the "taste" of said Chinese. Very attractive deals can be had due to the absence of Chinese clientele. Hotel is strategically located at 3rd Street opposite to what officially is called Soi Chalermphrakiat 25, but what is better known as "Soi Chayapoon" or "Soi Pothole," an up&coming Soi with tons of bars, Gentlemen Clubs and massage joints.

[Bunky]

One of the popular affordable nicer hotels in the heart of Pattaya has always been Baraquda. It's part of the MGallery by Sofitel group. A smaller boutique style hotel on Beach Road is The Wave. * * * Safest area for first timers who enjoy bars is between South Pattaya and North Pattaya Road between Beach Road and Soi Buakhao.

I stayed at the Baraquda when I visited Pattaya for the first time. Splashed out and got a suite, which was very nice. If the Baraquda fits your price range, it's a solid choice.

As Mr. Boi notes, first-time visitors should probably book lodging in the area bounded by the beach on the west and Soi Buakhao on the east. Given the recent rise of Tree Town as a naughty boy draw, and the increasing action on Soi LK Metro, Soi Chaiyapoon and environs, I'm less enthusiastic about the north end of town than he seems to be. I recommend staying south of Pattaya Central Road and north of South Pattaya Road. In that area Tree Town and the surrounding area is within easy walking distance. As is the Central Festival high rise mall, and absolutely everything you'd ever need in the way of dining, shopping, laundry, gyms, barbers, cinema etc. When you head out for the evening, if you fancy Soi 6 it's silly simple to use the baht buses to go north on Second Rd. If you prefer Walking Street, take a southbound baht bus on Beach Road. For those of you who have been to Manhattan, the guidance is similar: For short distances, especially east and west, walking is easy. For longer distances, especially north and south jump on a baht bus.

I'm jealous. A gent only gets one chance to visit for the first time.

Bunky.

[Fmojo]

Fmojo, You are 100% correct. Unfortunately that trip didn't happen, if it had come off as planned, I would have been happy to stay at the Hilton. It seems that many are happy to stay at the Hilton, as the price I was able to get in Feb / March is no longer available, and its not close. I don't think I am a cheap charlie type, but was asking to see if there were similar options. Thanks for the Treetown mention, I will give it a look.

Best,

Sky.

Sorry bro; I didn't mean to sound like a dick. I thought the Hilton was still an option for you. Depending on what kind of accommodations you require, I have rented a condo at View Talay 6 my last two trips. It is right next to the Hilton and is a great location as well. And it is really quite affordable. Google Honey's Coffee House as she is the manager of many units there. Good luck!

[Banana Boi]

take a baht bus or Grab car causes to get back and forth to the hotel.

No Grab in Pattaya. Only huge scammer taxis and the odd Bolt driver here and there. Bolt is cheap so if you can get one that's great. A taxi from a hotel not on the main baht bus route may run you upwards to 200-300 baht per direction. There are also motorbikes for 50-100 baht but make sure you have good travel insurance for that. What I'm trying to say is get the lay of the land, figure out which area you will be going to most and get your hotel there along a 10 baht baht bus route. Safest area for first timers who enjoy bars is between South Pattaya and North Pattaya Road between Beach Road and Soi Buakhao.

[Sky Ryder]

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I don't know how long you plan to be in Pattaya, but perhaps just book the first two or three nights ahead of time and see how you like the hotel and location and then decide how to proceed. One of the best things about Patts is how easy and convenient it is to switch hotels because everything is compact and close. I never book more than three nights at a time.

Actually that is a great suggestion, I appreciate it. Will give it a try. After this first go around I will have a "boots on the ground" idea of how much trouble needing to take a baht bus or Grab car causes to get back and forth to the hotel.

Best,

Sky.

[Sky Ryder]

One of the popular affordable nicer hotels in the heart of Pattaya has always been Baraquda. It's part of the MGallery by Sofitel group. A smaller boutique style hotel on Beach Road is The Wave. A bit further out there are the new Space Hotel in Naklua or Dusit Thani at the Dolphin Round, both on baht bus routes. Now if you want true upscale, stay at the Royal Cliff in Pratumnak Hill. Can never go wrong with Royal Cliff if it's within your budget.

Thanks to you and Allover. I appreciate it very much. I suspect that I will find a more than suitable hotel from these suggestions. I will admit that having a nice "status" with a hotel chain does it's job of bringing you back, but I am going to break out on this trip and see what the other options are like. I will report back when the trip is done.

Best,

Sky.

[CaliGuy33]

Thank you for taking the time to reply. I thought that naming the hotels I was asking for comparison would be a easy way to make suggestions, but it seems I should have just posted the price of the Hilton or Marriott and then asked what kind of hotels are options for a reasonable amount less. I will make sure to do it different in the future. Finding names of 5 start hotels is the easy part, the more difficult part is getting opinions from people that I have a pretty good idea are looking for similar amenities, at least that was my intent..

It also depends on what area you want to be in (Central Pattaya, Tree Town, WS, Soi 6 etc.). For instance one commenter mentioned Grande Center Point which is on average around $100 whilst the Hilton is on average around $150. Hilton is very central to everything whereas Grande Center Point is north, albeit on the baht bus route.

I don't know how long you plan to be in Pattaya, but perhaps just book the first two or three nights ahead of time and see how you like the hotel and location and then decide how to proceed. One of the best things about Patts is how easy and convenient it is to switch hotels because everything is compact and close. I never book more than three nights at a time.

[Allover]

One of the popular affordable nicer hotels in the heart of Pattaya has always been Baraquda. It's part of the MGallery by Sofitel group. A smaller boutique style hotel on Beach Road is The Wave. A bit further out there are the new Space Hotel in Naklua or Dusit Thani at the Dolphin Round, both on baht bus routes. Now if you want true upscale, stay at the Royal Cliff in Pratumnak Hill. Can never go wrong with Royal Cliff if it's within your budget.

I forgot about Baraquda which I have stayed at several times and enjoyed it. Great location, good rooms, and good breakfast buffet. Highly recommended for a first time visitor IMHO.

[Banana Boi]

One of the popular affordable nicer hotels in the heart of Pattaya has always been Baraquda. It's part of the MGallery by Sofitel group. A smaller boutique style hotel on Beach Road is The Wave. A bit further out there are the new Space Hotel in Naklua or Dusit Thani at the Dolphin Round, both on baht bus routes. Now if you want true upscale, stay at the Royal Cliff in Pratumnak Hill. Can never go wrong with Royal Cliff if it's within your budget.

[Sky Ryder]

It would help if you included your price range.

Yes Hiltons and Marriotts tend to be overpriced in Pattaya.

Just search five star hotels in your desired area and you'll be fine.

Thank you for taking the time to reply. I thought that naming the hotels I was asking for comparison would be a easy way to make suggestions, but it seems I should have just posted the price of the Hilton or Marriott and then asked what kind of hotels are options for a reasonable amount less. I will make sure to do it different in the future. Finding names of 5 start hotels is the easy part, the more difficult part is getting opinions from people that I have a pretty good idea are looking for similar amenities, at least that was my intent.

Sly.

[Sky Ryder]

Have a look at Hermann Hotel, a great location next to the beach with oceanview rooms on Soi 12. The hotel is about 2 years old, very nice, and usually reasonably priced. When I checked it out last fall the walk up price was lower than the online pricing. Would also look at Blackwoods, an upscale hotel on Soi 7. Also Grande Centerpointe Terminal 21 which is attached to the mall. Kavara is a brand new hotel with a great location. It is so new that it still may be under construction but it will open soon if not open already. Also check out LK The Empress which is a beachfront hotel. Holiday Inn is beachfront, luxurious but just not as convenient to the action.

I would go with Hermann or Blackwoods personally if I were looking for something on the fancy side.

Thank you allover! I will take a look at all of these hotels and see what fits. I do appreciate the effort to respond.

Sky.

[Sky Ryder]

Nobody travels by tuk-tuk in Pattaya. Sounds like Mr. Ryder is unfamiliar with the lay of the land. I suggest he buy an old-fashioned map and give it a little study. Fire up you favorite search engine and search for "Groovy map of Pattaya." He'll see that the parts of Pattaya favored by naughty boys are quite small and close together. If he stays in the central part of town, he can walk to most of them, or take the baht bus. Google "Pattaya baht bus map" to see the different routes.

As for lodging, sounds like Mr. Ryder is looking for something rather upscale. You get what you pay for, and luxury digs are going to cost. Generally speaking, you get more bang for the buck the farther east you go. Anything east of Soi Buakao will offer better value for money. There are several hotels in the LK chain in Pattaya, and they're well reviewed. The Areca Lodge has some nice rooms. There are also some nice condos at the View Talay 6 offered for short term rentals. That place is about as central as it's possible to be.

Bunky

Greetings Mr. Bunky,

Thank you for your reply, I now realize I need to be more explicit in my postings as to make sure those who read them will be left with no doubt as to my meaning. I would have thought that "I am planning to make my inaugural visit to Pattaya with the plan of having some minor dental work done at the end of May timeframe. " As well as "I have read this thread and a couple of others back far enough to where it make sense but would like to put a question to the group. " , would have indicated that you are correct. It is in fact my first visit, but probably better just to say that, lesson learned. While I can appreciate that using a map has it's advantages, even with names of hotels written in bold print it would not have been much good since I would have no experience. My purpose was to have access to the vast knowledge of those who read this forum and if they are so inclined to leave a message for my benefit. I am pretty sure that I indicated I had in fact read the forum a reasonable number of pages back. It doesn't seem to be that information coming from pre-2000 is likely to be that germane to today's environment. I do appreciate your offerings and will endeavor to be less obtuse in future postings. Thank you for your time.

Sky.

[Sky Ryder]

We had this conversation back in February. My answer remains the same. In my opinion, I think the Hilton is probably the best location in town. Treetown is within walking distance as is both Walking Street and Soi 6 but these two are also readily accessed via baht bus.

Fmojo, You are 100% correct. Unfortunately that trip didn't happen, if it had come off as planned, I would have been happy to stay at the Hilton. It seems that many are happy to stay at the Hilton, as the price I was able to get in Feb / March is no longer available, and its not close. I don't think I am a cheap charlie type, but was asking to see if there were similar options. Thanks for the Treetown mention, I will give it a look.

Best,

Sky.

[VictorAmaha]

Hi All.

I am planning a trip this June.

I am looking for room or condo or villa or apartment with private pool or hot tub.

Please let me know if anyone has any suggestions.

Thanks.