Pattaya Thailand Hotel Guide

Pattya City View At Night

Pattaya offers visitors a wide choices of accommodations that fits all types of budgets. From beach bungalows with no frills service, to the poshest seaside resorts with servants at your beck and call. It doesn't matter how deep your pockets are, you will be able to find a room that you can afford.

There are rumors that Pattaya will eventually be over run by corporate hotel chains that will drive up prices. But after traveling to Pattaya and the rest of Thailand for so long I think prices will still be affordable no matter what as competition amongst the local business is fierce.

In this lens I am only recommending hotels that I have actually stayed in. I believe when you are on vacation, your hotel accommodations should be a part of your overall vacation experience. So it should be stress free.

All the recommended hotels are arranged by price from low to high.

All rates are based on low season. So check out the links for more up to date room rates.

The Jomtien Orchid hotel offers decent rooms for the price. Every one of the rooms is graced by attractive decors and impressive wall hangings but the furniture is a bit dated. Make sure you ask for a room with a sea view. I was first given a room overlooking a parking lot but my request was granted with a smile.

The front staff spoke minimal English and are quite polite during my stay and checking in was easy.

The hotel offers a decent swimming pool. The only complaint is that it is quite small which would be a problem if the hotel is booked full. It wasn't a problem for me as I spent most my days by the beach which wasn't quite far anyways.

The restaurant in the hotel is pretty decent with some inexpensive traditional Thai dishes. But the best thing to do is to eat outside. Their are plenty of great restaurants that line the beach or are near it. So go ahead and support the local Thai businesses. The menus in these restaurants are usually in English as they expect a lot of foreign guest. By the ways beers are cheaper too outside. This hotel is a little bit far from the center of activity such as Walking Street and sometimes it's hard to catch a cab in this area. But if you want to stay in a clean hotel while you save some money then this is the place for you.

Check current rates and reviews for the Jomtien Orchid Hotel at Reservation 24.

When I first stayed in Cosy Beach hotel I was impressed by the way the hotel was designed. It honestly looked to me like a hotel straight out of Miami Florida. A lot of wood and marble with subtle tones of earthy brown. But it still retains it's tropical setting and feeling. Most hotels in my opinion take out most of their natural surroundings which takes away the feeling that you are on vacation.

There are lots of hotel facilities available to guest who stay at Cosy Beach Hotel in Pattaya. There are two swimming pools with steps leading down to the quiet sandy beach. And it seemed quite popular with conference groups as during my stay in September of 2008 I was in the midst of three companies running different conferences. Even though their were a lot of guest I found myself still quite relaxed and had plenty of space to feel alone.

I have stayed in the standard rooms and superior rooms previously. Both are great with excellent amenities, but if you can, spring for the superior rooms. It's only a $10 USD difference and in my opinion worth it.

Walking Street and all the other hub of activities in South Pattaya is just a 10 minute taxi ride away. Taxi drivers don't have a problem at all finding this hotel so it shouldn't be a problem. One word of caution however, don't take a taxi that is waiting for guest to come out of the hotel. The guys driving the taxis are not dangerous, but they'll nag you to go to certain bars and clubs that you don't want to go to. They're basically salesman who get a commission from such bars and clubs who want you to spend money at their place of business.

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The Green Park Resort Hotel is situated at the heart of the city. I really enjoy the design of this hotel property. This hotel is really filled with Thai character and charm. Though the location of this hotel is relatively close to everything it's still able to retain the feeling of island seclusion.

The rooms have been newly refurbished in 2008. The standard room I stayed in was fine, but my friends rooms looked a little bit rushed. But all in all the bed was nice and comfortable and room amenities were excellent for the price. I walked by the bungalow rooms before and it looked really nice. Someday I'm going to give it a try and I'll let everyone know how it really is.

This hotels biggest attraction is their free-form swimming pool with a bar/restaurant right in the middle. You just can't miss it as it encompasses a large area of the hotel property. This is a great place to sun if you don't feel like putting up with the crowds at Pattaya beach. The hotel claims that their pool is so big that it can contain 2000 guests. They just might be right.

This is a great hotel to stay in especially if you have kids or a large family. The Green Park Resort's rooms are big and spacious, especially the family suites.

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Don't worry about the word serviced apartment. You basically get the same service and hospitality of a full scale hotel. One of my buddies stayed here for 2 months, so he got a deal through the hotel. So when I went to visit him I also took a good look at the property.

Overall everything looks a bit outdated, from the furniture in the room to the facilities. But everything is still kept well in order and in good shape. There are a lot of people staying because it's in a very good location, close to nightlife action at a very good budget hotel rate.

There is a pool on top of the roof with a really nice view of the bay and the city below. Don't bother eating inside the hotel restaurants. There are plenty of places to eat outside. The executive studio my friend stayed in was spacious and didn't have much amenities. Still a very comfortable place I have to say.

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Sunshine Vista Serviced Apartment at Reservation 24.

Tim Boutique Hotel in Pattaya is a very nice hotel property. The rooms are quite big and comfortable and very well maintained. I see a lot of families here so I guess it might be a good kid friendly hotel in Pattaya.

Tim Boutique Hotel in Pattaya offers its guests 42 rooms ranging from well maintained and sublime suites, superior as well as deluxe rooms. All these rooms are spacious enough to comfort its guests. The decor of these rooms reflect the traditional touch blending with modern sophistication. Each category of room and suite has its own uniqueness and facilities according to the tastes and demands of the guests.

The room facilities are extensive. Their air-conditioned rooms are fitted with, color television, telephone, fridge, in-room movies, security safe, security key guard, tea or coffee making facilities and a mini bar. Certain rooms have bathtubs as well as a stand in shower.

It seems like there is no shortage of great pools and Tim's certainly has one of the nice ones. But do look out, since it's kid friendly, there will be a lot of kids.

This hotel is located next to a lot of the nightlife action yet it's still pretty quiet, a major plus. I highly recommend this hotel for nice rooms and a good price.

Check out the roof top sun deck too while you're there. I highly recommend it.

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I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Royal Orchid Resort. Their studio rooms are modern with a touch of classic Thai style. The surrounding hotel property is very tropical with Pattaya beach just 5 minutes away. For some reason this part of Pattaya beach is particularly cleaner to me.

The guest rooms are a nice blend of contemporary Asian decor and modern conveniences. I was amazed with the amenities for the rates they charge. In the rooms are flat screen LCD television, internet access, in room electronic safe and a mini bar if you ever use them.

Normally I don't recommend people eating inside a hotel when you can find so many local restaurants outside. But the aroma in their restaurant just drove me nuts. Try any of their Thai dishes. You won't regret it. There is a sports bar for all of you sports fanatics and it's tastefully decorated. The bar lounge has a very relaxing atmosphere. Take advantage of the low season as the rates for high season is much more.

After a hectic day of sightseeing or work, you can rejuvenate your senses at the pool or move to the outdoor Jacuzzi at Royal Orchid Resort in Pattaya. For extra indulgence try out their traditional Thai massages. Personally I always go outside of resorts and hotels for massages because it's cheaper. But one of my friends told me to try them out, which I did. Since then I've always gone back to them, because their staff are great!

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Siam Bayview Hotel is one of the most popular hotels in Pattaya for a nice relaxing stay. Though you are literally quite in the heart of the action, the hotel property is still quiet enough for their guests. This is the hotel I always recommend to my friends who could avoid it. Never once have I ever heard any of them make complaints and believe me my friends are complainers.

The location of this hotel is ideal for exploring the city as everything is nearby. Plus having the beach not too far away is a great as well. However, I'm not really a big fan of Pattaya Beach, mainly because to me it's not that clean and it's crowded.

This is a pretty big hotel with a lot of varieties of room types. The rooms ensure you complete privacy and a relaxed getaway experience. In room facilities at Siam Bayview Hotel include individually controlled air conditioner, satellite television, in room movies, work desk, hair dryer, wake up calls, daily housekeeping, private bathroom, iron, refrigerator, safe, and of course the telephone that people rarely use.

You can start a healthy day at their fitness center which I found was well equipped when I visited. The hotel also features 2 outdoor swimming pools, Jacuzzi s and tennis courts that people barely use..

Check current rates and reviews for the Siam Bayview Hotel at Reservation 24.

I can't shut up enough about how beautiful this hotel is. And at 2399THB you can't go wrong. Last I checked this is a promotional price and will end in October 31st, 2009. I firmly believe that the Amari hotel group has to be one of the best. No matter which Amari hotel I stay in, whether in Bangkok, Phuket and in this case, Pattaya, I am always equally impressed with their service to their guest as well as the way they maintain their hotels.

If you're the type that likes to be pampered and be treated like royalty then you have to stay at this hotel. Words cannot describe the amenities and facilities you have access to in this hotel.

I usually book the superior rooms but once in awhile I will indulge myself by springing for the deluxe room. Either way, you can't go wrong. The pools, fitness center and on premise bars and lounge is fantastic.

There are a lot of options for recreation in the Amari Orchid Hotel at Pattaya. You can enjoy strolling by the beach or you can opt for a game of tennis. You can also enjoy a dip with your friends in the new huge lap pool.

You will have a wonderful experience in the lovely ambiance of Amari Orchid Hotel.

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