With a population of 97,296, Pattaya is a must-see destination in Chon Buri, Thailand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Pattaya has to offer.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pattaya in April, when the average temperature is 30 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 22 °C, with an average temperature of 26 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 243 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Pattaya, with an average rainfall of 6 mm.
Although Pattaya doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Rayong Utapao Rayong Pattaya (UTP), which is located 31 km from Pattaya.
The train station in Pattaya is called Pattaya, and is located 2.4 km from the city centre.
Another option to get to Pattaya is to pick up a car rental from Bangkok, which is about 99 km from Pattaya. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Drive Car Rental, among others, in Bangkok.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pattaya, including Virak Buntham, LimoBus and Saly VIP. From Siem Reap, the bus ride to Pattaya takes 676 km and will cost you around C$ 49. From Krong Preah Sihanouk, the ticket costs about C$ 55 for a journey of 1231 km. The most popular bus station is Pattaya North Pattaya Road, located 2.4 km from downtown Pattaya. Pattaya PTT is also a commonly used station, and is 24 km from the city centre.
From 5-star hotels such as the Garden Cliff Resort and Spa to great affordable options like the Momento Resort, Pattaya offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 34 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 105 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Bedrooms Hostel Pattaya and Walking Street Guest House. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Pattaya, with prices from C$ 18 to C$ 223 per night. South Pattaya is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Pattaya are about 7% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.