By Pattaya: the guide area by area
With officially about 320,000 inhabitants (in fact, the city is home to about one million people), Pattaya is one of the largest cities in the Kingdom of Thailand. It is also one of the country’s main tourist destinations thanks to the numerous assets it holds: quality infrastructures, proximity to Bangkok, beaches, numerous places of entertainments, among many others.
Today we offer you to discover a guide area by area of the different zones that make up this famous seaside resort and its surroundings in order to have all the cards in hand to know where to settle during your next visit to Pattaya!
Naklua / Wongamat areas (นาเกลือ / วงค์อมาตย์)
The Naklua and Wongamat areas (which we will treat as one neighborhood in this article) are located in the northern part of the city. This is a residential area where calm and tranquility are the key-words. It is also here that the famous Sanctuary of Truth has been built and the brand new Terminal 21, one of the largest shopping centers in town is in the immediate vicinity!
In Naklua and Wongamat you will find mainly:
- Numerous luxury residences offering sublime sea views.
- Various beaches
- Luxury hotels
- Excellent restaurants
- The sanctuary of truth
In terms of housing, prices are generally higher than in the other areas of Pattaya but it is possible to find great deals!
Central Pattaya area – พัทยากลาง
As its name suggests, this is downtown Pattaya. Ideal for those who wish to be in the heart of the action and have everything nearby. It consists of 6 main arteries with Beach Road, Second Road and Third Road from north to south, as well as North Pattaya Road, Central Pattaya Road and South Pattaya Road from East to West.
All of course connected by numerous small streets where you can find various shops, restaurants, bars, cafes, hotels, etc. This is also where most of the shopping centers, the Walking Street and its wild nightlife, the port, hospitals, the future Pattaya tram network, etc. are located.
In terms of housing, the offer is relatively limited compared to other areas but the properties available for sale and rent are generally very good and are very popular among buyers and tenants!
Pratumnak area – พระตำหนัก
Located just south of the city, Pratumnak is a hill surrounded by the sea, this beautiful area offers the perfect compromise between convenience and tranquility. Indeed, the neighborhood has an incredible location halfway between downtown Pattaya and the residential area of Jomtien (which we will talk about later).
Pratumnak is very popular among tourists, locals and expatriates because in addition to its prime location, it offers a large number of accommodation for all tastes and budgets, great beaches, many bars, cafes and some of the most popular restaurants in the city, such as Chocolate Factory or Cabbages and Condoms. You will also find some very interesting tourist activities such as the famous Big Buddha temple, the Pattaya Park and its vertiginous zipline descent or the sublime viewpoint located on the top of the hill and offering a breathtaking view of the whole bay of Pattaya.
In Pratumnak you will therefore find mainly:
- Beaches
- Excellent restaurants
- A wide range of housing
- Numerous tourist activities
More information about Pratumnak area!
In terms of housing, as we mentioned earlier, Pratumnak offers a wide range of goods for all tastes and budgets, here are some examples:
Jomtien area – จอมเทียน
Located on Pattaya’s southern part, Jomtien is actually another city, however, being so close to Pattaya, most people consider it as another district of the famous seaside resort. It is a residential area that is very popular among families because of the tranquility and the large housing offer. You will also find the largest beach in the area, which is about 6 kilometers away, where you can enjoy various water sports activities as well as numerous restaurants and cafes by the sea.
In Jomtien you will therefore find mainly:
- Calm and tranquility
- A residential area
- A large beach
- Water activities
- Many restaurants and cafes
More information about the famous Jomtien area!
In terms of housing, it is probably in Jomtien that you will find the largest offer and the most competitive prices.
Na Jomtien area – นาจอมเทียน
The area of Na Jomtien is located south of Pattaya, just after the Jomtien district. It offers a beautiful setting surrounded by beautiful beaches, some of the best restaurants in the city, beautiful beachfront apartments and many activities to do or incredible places to discover.
Indeed, Na Jomtien has developed itself while keeping its pace of small fishing village where time has stopped to offer its inhabitants an ideal atmosphere to relax. As you can see, Na Jomtien is perfect for those looking for a quiet and secluded place.
You will find mainly:
- Beaches
- Delicious restaurants by the sea (Glass House, Bacco Beach, etc.)
- Beautiful beachfront properties
- Many places and activities to discover
A few days ago, Ekasit Ngampichet, president of the Pattaya Business and Tourism Association, said he hoped Pattaya would exceed 19 million visitors each year, starting in 2019. For this, various investments are planned, from which the Na Jomtien district would benefit greatly, notably with the creation of a large shopping center worth more than 10 billion baht under the management of Icon Siam, having already built the one of the largest shopping center of South East Asia in Bangkok.
More information about Na Jomtien!
In terms of housing, you will find beautiful properties, some only a few meters from the sea!
East Pattaya – พัทยาตะวันออก
East Pattaya area, also called the “Dark Side” is a relatively unknown area among tourists. However, it is a very pleasant neighborhood and very popular among expatriates and retirees who live in Pattaya for long periods. Indeed, in terms of housing, this is where you will find the majority of villas available for sale and rent. The area is very well preserved and the area is very popular among golf lovers. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city center, East Pattaya is also home to the main parks, botanical gardens and other cultural activities to be discovered (Silverlake Winery, Mabprachan Lake, Garden Nong Nooch Botanical, etc.).
You will therefore find mainly:
- Beautiful pool villas
- Numerous golf courses
- A myriad of places and attractions to discover.
In terms of housing, as we mentioned earlier, East Pattaya is the place to look at for those looking for a beautiful pool villa!
You now have a short overview of each of the Pattaya areas and their specifications. Now, you only need to choose the one that suits you the best to settle for a few days or forever!
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