Pattaya Reports

[Ulalaulala123]

Made the mistake of making a non-refundable booking at this hotel for my upcoming trip. After booking, I read few recent reviews of the hotel and they mention its NOT guest friendly and charges 1000 baht per guest, even if the room is booked for 2 people. I intend to bring 2-3 girls per day so I am looking at 7000-8000 baht in charges!

Has anyone who has stayed here before confirm if it's true? Any way to bypass the reception to take them directly to the room?

Fortunately I booked only 3 nights here, with remaining days in confirmed guest friendly hotels but I don't want to waste these 3 days too. Should I book some cheap hotel for the ST business and just sleep at the Mytt?

[Explorer8939]

I always carry a photocopy of my passport in my wallet when traveling. The copy seems to satisfy most requirements for identification I have encountered, while keeping the actual passport safe at the hotel.

I was the exception to the rule.

I was detained by the police with some other guys, driven to the soi 9 police station, and sat there for some time as things were sorted out. I told them that my passport was at home, they were too busy dealing with other stuff before there was a reaction. Finally, they drove me home to fetch my passport. Just when I arrived, word came through that one of the wealthy detainees arranged some tea money, so the police lost interest in me.

If I had presented my passport, or a copy, early on, the Pattaya police would have a record of me, which I prefer they don't.

[NewbieCB]

I will be waiting for your trip report as Jomtien is on my to do list.

Please do share more intel about the Rompho complex. I have heard most women there are quite old. I am not specifically fishing for 20 year olds but as a young man myself, ladies older than 30-35 are not my thing.

Absolutely, will do.

Statistically, the number of 35+ are higher in Rompho than the main town but there still are younger girls. For me the experience matters more than some 30 min encounter with some youngin' in Soi 6. There's tons of bars in the complex as well. I'd say most of my nights in Rompho were pretty damn good.

If you want a higher selection of the youngish ones in Jomtien, then GCs (gentlemen's clubs) are a good bet. I've visited most of them and I had a pretty chill time.

[Banana Boi]

Just a PSA for those in town. No booze for 24 hours for Pattaya mayoral election. Starts Saturday June 27 at 6 pm until Sunday June 28 at 6 pm.

Line up your favorite gogo girl now. You usually find deals on days like this when they have no where to work. At a minimum no barfine.

[ZofoMofo]

Good to know about needing passport. I'll just use ATM's as I will keep PP locked in safe at all times. And ATM are better exchange rates. Thanks.

I always carry a photocopy of my passport in my wallet when traveling. The copy seems to satisfy most requirements for identification I have encountered, while keeping the actual passport safe at the hotel.

[Safado70]

Thanks to the seniors and 'very seniors' for their response; few of them good and some are point-less and they want to show they are experts.

So far I am getting girls from TF App only, initially I paid 1500 each to a couple of girls. Later stopped asking them for ST, but for '2 hours'. Preferred to hire those girls not specifying the amount in chat and paying them in an envelop TBH 1500 - 2000 based on their looks, age and service levels. Hope this info will help first-time visitors, instead of getting insults from 'very senior mongers'.

Did calling the girls for two hours instead of ST make any difference at the end? Like, did you manage to get 2 pops? In my experience, they all leave pretty soon after I pop once.

[SubCmdr]

I have heard the bars ask for an insane barfine accompanied by an insane number of lady drinks for anything apart from onsite ST.

I don't know. I have never been asked for a insane bar fine nor have I ever had a girl want a minimum number of lady drinks. Of course your definition of a insane when it comes to money depends upon your budget and personal preferences.

How much do you typically pay for LT at Soi 6?

Remember the bars on Soi 6 are open from 1000 - 0400. Bar Fines range accordingly during those times. I've never bar fined a girl on Soi 6 before 0000. I've never paid more than 1200 THB for a Bar Fine. I've never paid more than 3000 THB for Long Time.

Soi 6 is not the least expensive option for hiring a prostitute. But I cannot beat Soi 6 for the ambiance and action it provides. Entertainment has a price. Posting up in the bar where my favorite bar girl works until is closes. Watching the ebb and flow on the The 6 is not cheap, but it's priceless for me.

There is simply no place like it in all of Pattaya!

[Mr Enternational]

Good to know weed shops are around.

Yes, but 99% of them are tourist ripoff places. You want to go to GreenSpace, which is a wholesaler. There are several around town. Every other shop will get you for at least 10 times the price.

[Mr Enternational]

The usual withdrawal limit is 30 k. Your home bank may have limits on withdrawals,

I think only Krung Sri (yellow) and TMB (blue, red, white) have 30,000 withdrawal limits and the rest have 20,000. I bank with Kasikorn (green) and always go to the Krung Sri or TMB machines to get 30,000 then deposit it into my bank. You can always call your home bank and get them to adjust your daily withdrawal limit. I have done it before when making large purchases.

[PgReal]

I'll be going in August. Any help much appreciated.

Passport. I intend to keep Passport book locked in hotel safe the entire time. Not worth the risk of losing by carrying.

Are there any scenarios where I'll need an official ID out own the prowl? If I want to book a cheap hotel somewhere for a few hours to knock off a piece of pussy will they need a passport to book me?

If I mind my own business and stay out of trouble any reason for police to ask for ID?

Cash. How easy is it to find legit ATM's? I've gotten ripped off by small ATMs so prefer ones in bank lobby. Easy to find? If I want to pull out say 15 k baht can I or do they limit amounts for a single withdrawal. Should I bring a lot of baht with me by buying at a NY bank?

Beach resort. I'm a big beach person and think of finding a nice resort on the beach to hang out at beach in the daytime. Not worried about cost.

What is the quality of the beach? Nice blue water with no rocks and easy waves? I spent many winters in Waikiki so I'm used to nice beaches.

Exchange rates will always be better in Thailand itself than back in your own Country. I've stopped getting Baht altogether until after I've arrived. Have saved close to 10% sometimes.

[Mogwai]

Thanks for adjusting my expectations on the beach.

Go to nearby Jomtien for a nice beach.
Or take the ferry to Ko Larn.
But only for the beach, not for the ladies or the night life.

[Pokler]

That's a lot of questions, here are some answers.

Police won't ask for your ID if you don't find yourself in trouble (won't happen if you respect other peoples around).

You can bring your USD or equivalent currency and change it directly here, many money changing boots all around the place (bring only the bills that are in very good condition).

The beach is kind of dirty, with lots of boats and jetsky in the vicinity, and dirty stuff on the sand. You can still have a good walk on the sand early in the morning, or on the paveway during the day though.

Beach resorts are not far from the night life.

Bolt and Grab are the equivalent of Uber, are cheaper and work better than Uber (try installing them before arriving)..

Thanks for adjusting my expectations on the beach. Good to know weed shops are around. And yep will write reports. TY.

[Pokler]

This sums it up well.

My advice:

Keep a photocopy and digital copy of your passport with you.

If bringing USD cash, make sure they are in pristine condition. Exchange them at TT Currency Exchange counters (yellow in color) all over the city. They have the best exchange rate.

7-Elevens typically have ATMs right outside, attached to the same building. I would be surprised if you face any issue with those.

As for withdrawal limit, 15000 should be fine for pretty much all banks' ATMs. Upper limit is 20000 or 30000 baht depending on the bank. Do make sure your card is enabled for international ATM use and has adequate limits configured.

Some "Pattaya" resorts are actually quite far from action. Do confirm if yours is not too far away from your primary destination. Usually that is Central Pattaya..

Good to know that transport is easy, TY.

[Pokler]

You can find ATMs at the Central Festival Mall and the Terminal 21 Mall. Both are served by the Second Rd. Baht bus, and both have several bank branches inside. The usual withdrawal limit is 30 k. Your home bank may have limits on withdrawals, and may charge an international ATM fee. Do *not* change USD into Baht in the states. The cross rate will be terrible. If you'd rather convert your dead presidents to the live king after arriving be sure to bring fresh clean hundreds. TT Exchange is reliable and they have booths all over town. You'll need to show a passport to change money.

Good to know about needing passport. I'll just use ATM's as I will keep PP locked in safe at all times. And ATM are better exchange rates. Thanks.

[BKKjee]

Thanks to the seniors and 'very seniors' for their response; few of them good and some are point-less and they want to show they are experts.

So far I am getting girls from TF App only, initially I paid 1500 each to a couple of girls. Later stopped asking them for ST, but for '2 hours'. Preferred to hire those girls not specifying the amount in chat and paying them in an envelop TBH 1500 - 2000 based on their looks, age and service levels. Hope this info will help first-time visitors, instead of getting insults from 'very senior mongers'.

I am trying to find girls on ThaiFriendly App; but everyone demanding TBH 1500 and above. Is it the reasonable rate for girls below 24 why / o and good looking (or good camera! Fellow mongers please advice me.