Pattaya travel guide
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You're Going to Love Pattaya
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 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Pattaya has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Pattaya
When to visit Pattaya
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pattaya in April, when the average temperature is 86 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 71.6 °F, with an average temperature of 78.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 9.6″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Pattaya, with an average rainfall of 0.2″.
How to Get to Pattaya
Plane
Although Pattaya doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Rayong Utapao Rayong Pattaya (UTP), which is located 31 km from Pattaya.
Train
The train station in Pattaya is called Pattaya, and is located 2.4 km from the city center.
Car
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.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pattaya, including Virak Buntham, Saly VIP and Bus. From Siem Reap, the bus ride to Pattaya takes 676 km and will cost you around $36. From Phnom Penh, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 1255 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 center.
Airports near Pattaya
Airlines serving Pattaya
Where to stay in Pattaya
From 5-star hotels such as the Z Through By The Zign to great affordable options like the Max Residence, Pattaya offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $27 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $102 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Walking Street Guest House and V Residence Pattaya. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Pattaya, with prices from $13 to $163 per night. South Pattaya is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Pattaya are about 1% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Pattaya
Most booked hotels in Pattaya
Renting a car in Pattaya
Renting a car in Pattaya costs $26 per day, on average, or $157 if you want to rent if for 6 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Pattaya.
Expect to pay $4.96 per gallon in Pattaya (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $59.51 and $79.34. Economy (Nissan Micra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Pattaya, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.