Been thinking about visiting Pattaya and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to Thailand?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Where to stay in Pattaya
Started by NashvilleNate · 1 Mar 2026 · 1026 views
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1 Mar 2026 at 16:32
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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1 Mar 2026 at 19:33
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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2 Mar 2026 at 04:39
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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I was there in January and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $111/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $111/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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2 Mar 2026 at 14:37
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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I'd also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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3 Mar 2026 at 08:43
100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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3 Mar 2026 at 20:11
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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3 Mar 2026 at 23:21
Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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How does it compare to Colombia?
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4 Mar 2026 at 12:27
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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I was there in March and prices were great value.
Spent about $86/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $86/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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