Where to stay in Pattaya — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks
Pattaya is an all-rounder seaside city and the closest to Bangkok — about a 2-hour drive away. It has beaches and the clear waters of Koh Larn, theme parks and water parks for families, the carved-wood Sanctuary of Truth, Nong Nooch Garden, and the Walking Street nightlife. There's a bit of every style in one place.
Why stay in Pattaya
Close to Bangkok
About 2 hours by car or van — an easy weekend getaway.
Clear-water Koh Larn
A ~45-minute boat ride to white sand and clear water, with watersports.
Plenty for families
Water parks, theme parks, Nong Nooch Garden, and Underwater World.
Sanctuary of Truth
A magnificent carved-wood temple by the sea — a work of art you have to see in person.
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Local dishes to try in Pattaya
- 1🦐
Seaside seafood
Fresh prawns, crab, and fish at beachfront restaurants and the lan markets.
📍 Citywide - 2🍜
Street food & markets
Night markets and roadside stalls with everything from Thai to international.
📍 Citywide - 3🌍
International food
Western, Russian, and Indian restaurants — many nationalities, following the tourists.
📍 Central Pattaya - 4🥭
Thai desserts
Mango sticky rice, bingsu, and fresh fruit.
📍 Citywide
- 1🏝️
Koh Larn
An island with white sand and clear water — take a boat from Pattaya for swimming and watersports.
📍 Boat trip - 2🛕
Sanctuary of Truth
An entirely hand-carved wooden temple by the sea — a magnificent work of art and philosophy.
📍 Naklua - 3🌳
Nong Nooch
A vast botanical garden with a French garden, an elephant show, and Thai cultural performances.
📍 Sattahip - 4🎢
Theme Parks
Cartoon Network Amazone, Ramayana, and theme parks for the whole family.
📍 Citywide - 5🌅
Pattaya Viewpoint
A viewpoint over Pattaya Bay with the Pattaya City sign.
📍 Pratumnak Hill - 6🌃
Walking Street
The famous nightlife strip — bars, clubs, and seaside restaurants after dark.
📍 South Pattaya
Things to do in Pattaya
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3 Pattaya hotels our team picked for you
Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison
★ 9.2LuxuryHilton Pattaya
#1 view icon · Central Pattaya · connected to the mall
★ 9.1LuxuryCentara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya
#2 Family · Wong Amat · Free water park
★ 9.0LuxuryAvani Pattaya Resort
#3 Oasis · Central Pattaya · Garden Resort
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Holiday Inn Pattaya
#4 value pick · North Pattaya beachfront · 5-star from $97
Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya
#5 Fun · Central · Lagoon Pool with slides
Cape Dara Resort
#6 Cliff resort · Naklua · 270-degree bay view
InterContinental Pattaya Resort
#7 Honeymoon resort · Pratamnak Hill · hilltop villas
Royal Cliff Beach Hotel Pattaya
#8 Institution · Pratamnak · 26-rai grounds
Movenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya
#9 quiet beach · Na Jomtien · 200m white sand
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🚆 Getting around Pattaya
Van/bus from Bangkok
From Ekkamai/Mo Chit, about 2 hours — or rent a car and drive yourself.
Songthaew & Grab
Cheap songthaews run along the beach (board and alight along their route); Grab is better for longer distances.
Boat to Koh Larn
Ferries and speedboats from Bali Hai Pier.
Motorbike rental
Handy for getting around town; drive carefully along the beach road.
Where to go next near Pattaya
BangkokThe capital that never sleeps — ornate temples, buzzing markets, rooftop bars, and world-class street food.
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Chiang MaiAn old Lanna town in the embrace of the mountains — ancient temples, cafes, Nimman, elephant camps, and cool, easy weather.
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PhuketThailand's largest island — white-sand beaches, the Sino-Portuguese Old Town, Patong nightlife, and island trips.
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KrabiAn Andaman seaside town — limestone cliffs, Railay Beach, the Four Islands tour, and world-class clear water.
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Pattaya
How do I get to Pattaya from Bangkok?+
Take a van/bus from Ekkamai or Mo Chit (about 2 hours), or drive yourself / charter a car — easy for a weekend trip.
How many days do I need in Pattaya?+
2–3 days for Koh Larn, the Sanctuary of Truth, Nong Nooch Garden, and the theme parks — perfect for a short trip near the capital.
Is Pattaya good for families?+
Very much so — there are water parks, theme parks, Nong Nooch Garden, and Underwater World, with plenty for kids.
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