Pattaya Hotels

[FuriousGeorge]

I guess I thought most of the 'fun stuff' is centered around soi 6. I'll have to do a bit more research. Amethyst looks great. Not sure I want to spend that much but maybe. Hotel Baraquda is high on my list.

The Siam Design Hotel is OK I think (never stayed there), but it's quite far up north and not within a 15 minute walk to the fun places (except for Soi 6). Most people prefer to stay within the area between Beach Road, South Pattaya Road, Soi Buakhao, and Central Pattaya Road.

The Amethyst Hotel is comparable to the Night hotel, I think, and might be interesting for you. You can check the recent posts about the Amethyst below.

[SBTiger]

Ok so I got a reply from Amari through line. I had asked about their guest policy for short-time guests. The full answer: "For joiner guests, there is an additional charge THB 1000 per person per night".

So I guess that's a hotel we can cross off our list for good.

"I'm currently sitting on a reservation for Amethyst because its in the heart of Soi Buakhao / LK Metro, which many seem to favor. But maybe considering changing it to a nicer venue more central to everything, like Avani or Somerset."

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: If a "beach resort" appeals, go with the Avani. If not, stay in Central Pattaya east of Second Road at the Amethyst or the Somerset.

THE AVANI is definitely a luxury property, and the closest to the beach. If being close to the sea in a resort-type complex is important to Khun Frog, he'll be happy there. The Avani is also the furthest south of the three hotels he's considering, very convenient to Walking Street. Bonus: Only steps from the sumptuous breakfast buffet at Casa Pascal.

THE SOMERSET is on Second Road, across the street from Central Festival Mall. I consider that the gateway to all the options east of Second Road. The east entrance to Soi Myth Night is about 160 meters south. From there he can work his way toward Soi Buakhao via Soi Myth Night, then south to Tree Town, LK Metro, Soi Lengkee, Soi Chaiyapoon, Soi Honey and Soi Boomerang.

In my view, this is the perfect base of operations for a naughty boy on holiday. I like the beach just fine, and enjoying strolling Beach Road -- especially in the morning. But central Pattaya east of Second Road is my happy place. Not so much for the girls. (Although there are more hotties than you'd think.) But for all the places I enjoy on vacation. Coffee shops; go-to-hell beer bars run by a hilarious mamasan; street food; pub grub; pharmacies; laundries; the Soi Buakhao markets plus hawker stalls (north & south); the Mr. DIY gadget shop at the Avenue; clinics and pharmacies.

As I often opine in the "Bangkok vs. Pattaya?" threads, the low-key beach vibe in Pattaya is more appealing to me than Bangkok's Blade Runner atmosphere. Nothing lowers my blood pressure like breakfast at the Devonshire, followed by wandering around running "errands" or shopping or sipping a nam soda in a random bar while doing some digital nomad stuff. And when the time comes for more, um, er, adult pursuits it's a quick trip to Soi Six, Walking Street or Soi Bong Koch 8.

As between the Amethyst and the Somerset, I haven't stayed at either. As others have noted, noise might be a factor at the Amethyst. One other thing: About 10 meters north of the Somerset there is a soi that runs southeast and connects to Soi Buakhao at the "curve" where Witherspoon's sits. Google maps doesn't show photos, but as of last spring that soi had been built out with bars and hawker stalls. It's a nice alternative for food and drink if you don't want to go inside the Central Festival Mall.

As between the Amethyst and the Somerset, I haven't stayed at either. As others have noted, noise might be a factor at the Amethyst. One other thing: About 10 meters north of the Somerset there is a soi that runs southeast and connects to Soi Buakhao at the "curve" where Witherspoon's sits.

Went thru the hotel thread here could not "conclude / making up mind'.

Looking for a 'good' hotel, does not have to be cheap(est) or does not have to be "resort" - good hotel is good enough. Can/should be within walking distance of action- 5-8 minutes is fine. I (and the girl) can walk that much. Need to be hassle free Girl Friendly hotel. No fees no nonsense. Amethyst Avaani or the Somerset, ...?

Thanks much.

[Mogwai]

Moving this over from the Bangkok hotel thread:
Thanks to those who recommended Night hotel in Bangkok. It's exactly what I was looking for.
Next stop will be Pattaya. I've read through a bunch of pages on that hotel forum but having a hard time picking. I would like something similar. Around 70-80 usd a night, within a 15 minute walk to the fun places. Siam Design Hotel was one I thought might fit the bill but I'm not sure.

The Siam Design Hotel is OK I think (never stayed there), but it's quite far up north and not within a 15 minute walk to the fun places (except for Soi 6). Most people prefer to stay within the area between Beach Road, South Pattaya Road, Soi Buakhao, and Central Pattaya Road.

The Amethyst Hotel is comparable to the Night hotel, I think, and might be interesting for you. You can check the recent posts about the Amethyst below.

[FuriousGeorge]

Moving this over from the Bangkok hotel thread:

Thanks to those who recommended Night hotel in Bangkok. It's exactly what I was looking for.

Next stop will be Pattaya. I've read through a bunch of pages on that hotel forum but having a hard time picking. I would like something similar. Around 70-80 usd a night, within a 15 minute walk to the fun places. Siam Design Hotel was one I thought might fit the bill but I'm not sure.

[XXL]

There is a small park between the Melia and Beach Road (not yet visible on Google Maps). And at Beach Road there is a lounge bar (or whatever it's called) that is owned by the Melia.
I think that guests of the Melia are allowed to walk to Beach Road through this park and the lounge bar (it's not possible to walk around it). As a non-guest I have walked through the park once (it's open and there are no guards), but I haven't tried to go through the lounge bar, because I assumed they would not appreciate that.

Thanks, I may give Melia a try. Here's Melia's reply regarding visitors:

"Thank you for your interest in Meliá Pattaya Hotel.

We are pleased to share our Visitor (Joiner) Policy, which applies to any additional person who joins a registered guest in their room for a short time:

Entry to the Room.

- The registered guest must come to the hotel lobby to meet and escort their visitor to the room. For the safety and security of all guests, our associates are unable to escort visitors to guest rooms or operate the elevator on their behalf.

- The hotel takes no responsibility for any visitor whom a guest chooses to bring into their room with their own consent and permission.

- If a visitor arrives at reception asking for a guest, we will verify at least the name or surname of the registered guest. Once the details are confirmed, our team will call the guest's room to inform them that they have a visitor.

Charges and Identification.

- There is no additional charge for a visitor.

- The hotel does not store the identification of visitors. However, if the registered guest wishes, our reception team can make a photocopy of the visitor's ID for the guest's own record. This copy is not kept by the hotel.

Breakfast and Facilities.

- Breakfast is not included for visitors. Should a visitor wish to dine, the a la carte price will apply as normal.

- Visitors may not use hotel facilities such as the swimming pool, fitness centre or restaurant unless they are accompanied by the registered guest. ".

[Mogwai]

Problem is, if you cross the road I'm not sure the alleys you see on Google Maps (like the "Hard Rock" alley) enable you to reach beach road on foot. You may have to walk up to Soi 6 in order to be able to do that. Was Melia guest-friendly?

There is a small park between the Melia and Beach Road (not yet visible on Google Maps). And at Beach Road there is a lounge bar (or whatever it's called) that is owned by the Melia.
I think that guests of the Melia are allowed to walk to Beach Road through this park and the lounge bar (it's not possible to walk around it). As a non-guest I have walked through the park once (it's open and there are no guards), but I haven't tried to go through the lounge bar, because I assumed they would not appreciate that.

[XXL]

It will be my 2nd stay haha. My last stay was for only 3-days at the Melia right next to Soi 6. The hotel was a luxurious experience, but felt really isolated from anything but Soi 6.
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Problem is, if you cross the road I'm not sure the alleys you see on Google Maps (like the "Hard Rock" alley) enable you to reach beach road on foot. You may have to walk up to Soi 6 in order to be able to do that. Was Melia guest-friendly?

[XXL]

Ok so I got a reply from Amari through line. I had asked about their guest policy for short-time guests. The full answer: "For joiner guests, there is an additional charge THB 1000 per person per night".

So I guess that's a hotel we can cross off our list for good.

[Axel Heyst]

According to reviews Amari has a better breakfast than say Holiday Inn or Centerpoint Terminal 21. I value a good breakfast. However I've read they did not allow unregistered guests for breakfast even if you booked for two. No big deal, I have breakfast on my own ninety percent of the time.

It would be bad however, if they were not girl-friendly.

This is what I heard too. It is best to contact the hotel directly and ask what their policy is. That is what I did before booking with the Avani (former Marriott). They told me they did not charge for (hooker) guests, but that these guests were not welcome in any of the hotel's public facilities like the garden / swimming pool or restaurant from 12 pm to 6 pm (sundown). I do like to occasionally entertain my girls poolside in the afternoon, but almost never do LT in Thailand, so I weighed the advantages and disadvantages of staying at the Avani and considering the super low rate they offered me I went ahead with the booking anyway. I can cancel the reservation at any time prior to the arrival date so if the Wave Hotel should drop its nightly rate by $40, I will change my reservation. If not, I will stay at the Avani and have a great time.

[XXL]

According to reviews Amari has a better breakfast than say Holiday Inn or Centerpoint Terminal 21. I value a good breakfast. However I've read they did not allow unregistered guests for breakfast even if you booked for two. No big deal, I have breakfast on my own ninety percent of the time.

It would be bad however, if they were not girl-friendly.

[Bunky]

I just don't find the center of Pattaya to be walkable and it felt like running the gauntlet every time I stepped outside. I like a vibrant city with the sex options at arm's length. Pattaya is just sex business all the time. Mixed in with road chaos and a whiff of sewage. Nah.

Fair play to Khun Fake It, central Pattaya does sometimes require running a gauntlet. The main problem, it seems to me, is that there is very little separation between pedestrians and motor vehicles. During the day it's pretty easy to walk on the shoulder of a road and avoid traffic. But at night I concede it's a challenge. I was back in town for 90 days earlier this year for the first time since 2019 and it felt like the drivers on Soi Buakhao were more aggressive, and there were more obstacles along the roadside. (Pushcarts mostly.) I also saw LOTS of impatient scooter drivers getting around traffic jams by driving on the wrong side of the road, or on the shoulders where pedestrians were walking. That said, once you get off Soi Buakhao it's much better. Sois Diana, Honey, Made in Thailand, Lengkee & Chaiyapoon all have traffic. But they are far safer for pedestrians.

As for Khun Fake It's preferred separation from the naughty boy scene, I take his point. That's why I don't stay near Walking Street, Soi 6 and Soi Bong Koch 8. But I would submit that Central Pattaya has plenty of options for the average person on holiday. There are endless bars where you can drink in peace without getting hustled for lady drinks -- some with live music, some with pool or darts and some with sport on the TVs. There are markets and hawker stalls. There are sit down restaurants. There is shopping and at The Avenue a cinema.

In closing, I don't think it's fair to describe central Pattaya as "just sex business all the time." But as they say in the Interwebs, YMMV and just my two cents worth. Guys who want to put some distance between their lodging and the city's naughty boy venues will always have plenty of options.

[LundonFrog]

Fellow members,

I am planing a trip to Pattaya in May. I have previously stayed at Hilton, Amethyst and Amari. I am looking for a hotel ideally that is not in a loud night club area and not to far from the action. I am considering the Grande Centre Point hotel. What are the pros and cons with Grande Centre Point hotel?

Thanks in advance!

/Kirsia

Hey Kirsia. With all this discussion on location, could you please tell me your thoughts on your previous hotel stays? Would love to hear your thoughts on being at the Hilton vs Amethyst. Thanks!

[Fake It]

"I'm currently sitting on a reservation for Amethyst because its in the heart of Soi Buakhao / LK Metro, which many seem to favor. But maybe considering changing it to a nicer venue more central to everything, like Avani or Somerset."

I stayed at the Amethyst. I even took their duplex room with plunge pool. I did not use the plunge pool. The room was nice enough. It was good to have a downstairs for entertaining (and being entertained) and an upstairs as my sacred space for sleep. Breakfast was a struggle. How do you screw up scrambled eggs? I dunno. But they certainly do.

But the area I was not so fond of. I just don't find the center of Pattaya to be walkable and it felt like running the gauntlet every time I stepped outside. When on my second day I walked passed the Hilton on beach road I realized immediately that this is where I should have stayed. Not the Hilton per se but that area generally was far more palatable. Pattaya has soo many women all over the place, proximity to entertainment venues shouldn't be the determining factor for where you situate yourself. Thats the way I see it. But if pushed to choose BKK or Pattaya it's BBK any day. But that's just me. I like a vibrant city with the sex options at arm's length. Pattaya is just sex business all the time. Mixed in road chaos and a whiff of sewage. Nah. Thanks Though.

[Bunky]

"I'm currently sitting on a reservation for Amethyst because its in the heart of Soi Buakhao / LK Metro, which many seem to favor. But maybe considering changing it to a nicer venue more central to everything, like Avani or Somerset."

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: If a "beach resort" appeals, go with the Avani. If not, stay in Central Pattaya east of Second Road at the Amethyst or the Somerset.

THE AVANI is definitely a luxury property, and the closest to the beach. If being close to the sea in a resort-type complex is important to Khun Frog, he'll be happy there. The Avani is also the furthest south of the three hotels he's considering, very convenient to Walking Street. Bonus: Only steps from the sumptuous breakfast buffet at Casa Pascal.

THE SOMERSET is on Second Road, across the street from Central Festival Mall. I consider that the gateway to all the options east of Second Road. The east entrance to Soi Myth Night is about 160 meters south. From there he can work his way toward Soi Buakhao via Soi Myth Night, then south to Tree Town, LK Metro, Soi Lengkee, Soi Chaiyapoon, Soi Honey and Soi Boomerang.

In my view, this is the perfect base of operations for a naughty boy on holiday. I like the beach just fine, and enjoying strolling Beach Road -- especially in the morning. But central Pattaya east of Second Road is my happy place. Not so much for the girls. (Although there are more hotties than you'd think.) But for all the places I enjoy on vacation. Coffee shops; go-to-hell beer bars run by a hilarious mamasan; street food; pub grub; pharmacies; laundries; the Soi Buakhao markets plus hawker stalls (north & south); the Mr. DIY gadget shop at the Avenue; clinics and pharmacies.

As I often opine in the "Bangkok vs. Pattaya?" threads, the low-key beach vibe in Pattaya is more appealing to me than Bangkok's Blade Runner atmosphere. Nothing lowers my blood pressure like breakfast at the Devonshire, followed by wandering around running "errands" or shopping or sipping a nam soda in a random bar while doing some digital nomad stuff. And when the time comes for more, um, er, adult pursuits it's a quick trip to Soi Six, Walking Street or Soi Bong Koch 8.

As between the Amethyst and the Somerset, I haven't stayed at either. As others have noted, noise might be a factor at the Amethyst. One other thing: About 10 meters north of the Somerset there is a soi that runs southeast and connects to Soi Buakhao at the "curve" where Witherspoon's sits. Google maps doesn't show photos, but as of last spring that soi had been built out with bars and hawker stalls. It's a nice alternative for food and drink if you don't want to go inside the Central Festival Mall.

[SubCmdr]

I was staying at Zip Hotel for a month. It's a budget hotel, but right in the middle of the action. Not just the nightlife, there are a huge number of places to eat breakfast within a 5 minute walk and lots of places to eat in the evenings, including at least 3 burger stands on Soi Diana & LK Metro.

The Amethyst is is nearly as good a location, and I highly recommend eating at Nikki's.

On a previous trip I stayed at Sutu's Court, another budget hotel. Also a great location. Some evenings I would just wander around LK Metro without going into any of the bars. It was so alive in ways that suburbia will never be.

How much actual time each day can you spend drinking and fucking pussy?

I am posted up outside central Pattaya But when I want to be close to the action I get a stabbin cabin right in the middle of the action. The the main reason I travel into central Pattaya from the area I am posted up in is to perform personal errands. Most those center around the many malls that are located there. Spend any time in a mall and you will realize that the girls that work in the entertainment industry are simply not all that. They are just have naked running around in the street, club or bar. Now, if I I could only learn to Thai to be able to talk to them at will.