Pattaya Hotels

[Xiggo]

Was searching for a hotel for my next visit, came across this one. Didn't know there is something called "pimp fee" LOL.

Another word for Joiner Fee, Guest Fee.

Some hotels charge money if you bring a girl with you.

[Bunky]

I was in Pattaya at the end of October, and sadly there was still no breakfast buffet at the Lek. And neither at the Apex.

What a shame! The food at those places was never stellar, but it hit the spot and the price was low. Moreover, I always enjoyed eating poolside at the Lek Hotel.

Thanks for the update Mogwai.

[Ulalaulala123]

Was searching for a hotel for my next visit, came across this one. Didn't know there is something called "pimp fee" LOL.

[Mogwai]

You mean this?

Yes, and his first post below.

I seek recommendations for reasonably priced hotels in Pattaya. I have come across two establishments, namely Intimate Hotel and Sandy Spring Hotel, through this forum. While these options appear promising, I am open to additional suggestions within a similar price range as Intimate Hotel and Sandy Spring Hotel. If you have any alternative recommendations, I would appreciate your insights. Thank you.

[Banana Boi]

Where did he say that? He wrote that these options appear promising, but he is open to additional suggestions within a similar price range.

You mean this? I asked for clarification and tbh I was surprised he was looking for a room over NYE. Hopefully others who need NYE rooms book sooner rather than later. This applies anywhere in the world.

I will be in Pattaya between 28th of December to January 2nd. I'm interested in soapies, walking street and also beer bars.

I think around 70-100 margin for a hotel is good for me.

[Mogwai]

Didn't meet his criteria. They were either sold out or over his price range, forgot which was which.

Where did he say that? He wrote that these options appear promising, but he is open to additional suggestions within a similar price range.

[Banana Boi]

Sandy Spring Hotel.... Dynasty Inn

Didn't meet his criteria. They were either sold out or over his price range, forgot which was which.

So these hotels are not recommended if you're an early sleeper.

There was extremely limited selection. I made the assumption he wanted to stay near the baht bus route. If someone really wants quiet and be on the Beach Road baht bus route I'd recommend Dusit Thani. Doubt this would still be available on NYE or within his limited price range.

Ibis Pattaya would be the hotel to fit his criteria then if he wants it a bit more quiet. My room was facing the pool on a high floor and I don't recall hearing loud music at night. Can't guarantee someone didn't put a bar up since I stayed there. Not really a street I walk down. Ibis and Mercure are kind of tucked away on their own.

[Mogwai]

Finally, Soi 13 features the excellent Sportsman Pub, a nice laundry and the breakfast buffet at the Lek Hotel. (Assuming they still offer it. Can anybody weigh in?)

I was in Pattaya at the end of October, and sadly there was still no breakfast buffet at the Lek. And neither at the Apex.

[Mogwai]

I seek recommendations for reasonably priced hotels in Pattaya. I have come across two establishments, namely Intimate Hotel and Sandy Spring Hotel, through this forum. While these options appear promising, I am open to additional suggestions within a similar price range as Intimate Hotel and Sandy Spring Hotel. If you have any alternative recommendations, I would appreciate your insights. Thank you.

I have only stayed at the Sandy Spring Hotel once, and it was OK. Nice rooms, friendly staff. The rooms at the higher floors have sea view, but it's a bit ruined by the ugly back sides of the buildings along Beach Road and Soi 13-1.
A comparable hotel in the same price range (probably a bit cheaper) is the Dynasty Inn at the other end of Soi 13. Take a room at the back side if you don't want to be disturbed by the noise from the beer bar at the corner with Second Road.
But in both hotels the walls between the rooms are very thin, so you can be bothered by noise from other guests.

Which brings me to another point that other posters have not mentioned yet: noisy areas.
The Intimate Hotel is in a noisy area (or at least the north side of it). And so are the Areca Lodge, Page 10, Maytara, and LK Residence.
So these hotels are not recommended if you're an early sleeper.

[Banana Boi]

My budget is around 70 k baht, I will be in Pattaya between 28th of December to January 2nd. I'm interested in soapies, walking street and also beer bars.

BIG issue- you left it a bit late to book over NYE. When I look well over 50% of the hotels are booked. Ones I was going to suggest that no one mentions here are Maytara and Page 10. Both well within your budget and in the area. More common places like Areca, Whitehouse Condotel etc all booked too. Since you don't mind soapies one hotel that is pretty decent albeit small rooms is Ibis Pattaya. $60 US. On baht bus route, near Terminal 21 and the Sabai area soapies and beer bars. LK Residence on Soi Diana would put you at the top of the price range but larger rooms and excellent location. View Talay 6 beside Central Festival is within your price range and I see some availability. Keep in mind not all units in VT6 are created equal by any means.

Sorry can't be of more assistance on late booking over NYE but wherever you choose book sooner rather than later for NYE. Same with any half decent girl if you're looking for one for NYE too. Arriving on Dec 28 may already be too late.

FYI 70k is a huge budget for 5 days. Even if I deduct $600 US for hotels that leaves you with roughly 10,000 baht per day on girls. I guarantee you only a handful of guys on this board spends that much except for gogo bar guys.

[Buffer]

Providing your budget and your estimated dates would benefit us in a suggestion as hotel prices are different depending on your dates. More than happy to help but only if you provide this information. I can't PM you. You need to pay for a membership. I saw you asked in another thread.

Is there a reason you're picking that area in general? You most interested in beer bars? Beach Road? soapies? Walking Street? LK Metro? Soi 6? near a mall?

On a related note for those in town, does Tim's Bar still have a gogo bar inside? That bar was a relatively unknown gem but haven't been since pre-COVID.

I also liked the Tim Bar. I always stay in a hotel on Soi 13 which is close to that location. Sadly, when I returned to Pattaya in September for the first time since Covid I noticed that the Tim Bar is no longer in existence. I guess it was another casualty of Covid.

[Inarius]

Providing your budget and your estimated dates would benefit us in a suggestion as hotel prices are different depending on your dates. More than happy to help but only if you provide this information. I can't PM you. You need to pay for a membership. I saw you asked in another thread.

Is there a reason you're picking that area in general? You most interested in beer bars? Beach Road? soapies? Walking Street? LK Metro? Soi 6? near a mall?

On a related note for those in town, does Tim's Bar still have a gogo bar inside? That bar was a relatively unknown gem but haven't been since pre-COVID.

I think around 70-100 margin for a hotel is good for me.

[Inarius]

Providing your budget and your estimated dates would benefit us in a suggestion as hotel prices are different depending on your dates. More than happy to help but only if you provide this information. I can't PM you. You need to pay for a membership. I saw you asked in another thread.

Is there a reason you're picking that area in general? You most interested in beer bars? Beach Road? soapies? Walking Street? LK Metro? Soi 6? near a mall?

On a related note for those in town, does Tim's Bar still have a gogo bar inside? That bar was a relatively unknown gem but haven't been since pre-COVID.

My budget is around 70 k baht, I will be in Pattaya between 28th of December to January 2nd. I'm interested in soapies, walking street and also beer bars.

[Tlito]

I seek recommendations for reasonably priced hotels in Pattaya. I have come across two establishments, namely Intimate Hotel and Sandy Spring Hotel, through this forum. While these options appear promising, I am open to additional suggestions within a similar price range as Intimate Hotel and Sandy Spring Hotel. If you have any alternative recommendations, I would appreciate your insights. Thank you.

Hi Mate.

I have stayed in a few places but my favourite by far is Areca Lodge. It is on Metro but close to everything. And not expensive. Nice breakfast and very guest friendly. If you want to go to Soi 6 just get a bike taxi or a baht bus. I like to walk and it is only 20 minutes.

[Banana Boi]

I am open to additional suggestions within a similar price range as Intimate Hotel and Sandy Spring Hotel. If you have any alternative recommendations, I would appreciate your insights.

Providing your budget and your estimated dates would benefit us in a suggestion as hotel prices are different depending on your dates. More than happy to help but only if you provide this information. I can't PM you. You need to pay for a membership. I saw you asked in another thread.

Is there a reason you're picking that area in general? You most interested in beer bars? Beach Road? soapies? Walking Street? LK Metro? Soi 6? near a mall?

On a related note for those in town, does Tim's Bar still have a gogo bar inside? That bar was a relatively unknown gem but haven't been since pre-COVID.