Let's tell you how much money you need to take with you for a vacation in Pattaya, what costs you will incur for accommodation, food, entertainment, etc.
Pattaya is much cheaper than other famous exotic resorts in Thailand. Prices for accommodation and transportation are quite low. Given the well-maintained beaches with clean enough water, Pattaya is a great option for a winter vacation.
Self-guided vacation or package trip to Pattaya
Price of package tour to Pattaya
A complete tour package includes: flight, transfers to the hotel, accommodation, meals (usually breakfast), and medical insurance.
Low Season
Starts at 500 USD for one person for a 7-day vacation, considering accommodation in a 3-star hotel, a ten-minute walk from the coast.
High Season
The cost of such a tour will be from 700 USD.
Hot Travel
To Pattaya costs from 400 USD for a week's vacation.
Cost of independent vacation in the resort
The total price of self-selected plane tickets, hotel transportation, accommodation, and meals will be from 450 USD for a week's vacation. Of course, the cost is an average and depends on many parameters.
Basic Costs in Pattaya
A modest vacation will cost 6,000-7,000 THB. With a budget of 35,000-40,000 THB, you can feel quite relaxed and enjoy your vacation.
Let's look at the major costs that await you at the resort.
Visa
The cost of a tourist visa to Thailand with single entry is 65 USD (1970 THB).
Lodging in Pattaya
To buy a one-bedroom apartment in Pattaya, you need to prepare from 1 million THB. But the following apartments will cost rent:
a room in a 3-4 star hotel
from 600 THB per night;
a modest room in a guesthouse
with a fan, exceptionally cold water, and an old TV - from 300 THB per night, 3500 THB per month;
a room in a guesthouse with reasonable conditions
air conditioning, hot water, refrigerator, TV, internet - from 500 THB per day and 5000 THB per month of use.
In Pattaya, as in all resort towns, the rule of thumb is that the further away from the coastline the accommodation is, the cheaper it is.
Dining in Pattaya
In Pattaya, there are plenty of ways to both eat out on your own and dine exclusively at restaurants and cafes.
Eateries
Those resort guests who want a break from the cuisine can dine out:
at the restaurant
from 300 THB;
in a makashnitsa
or inexpensive cafe - from 45 THB.
Street Food
Street food is hugely popular in Pattaya. Not only is it a great way to eat inexpensively, but it's also an opportunity to appreciate the flavor of Thai cuisine. The food is sold on makashniki - carts with a huge selection of appetizers and main courses.
Prices for street food:
Fried bananas - 5 THB;
Rice - 10 THB;
Chicken - 10 THB;
Surimi (fish balls) - 5-10 THB;
Pad Thai (spicy noodles with seafood and egg) - 50 THB.
Supermarkets
If you are willing to buy food from supermarkets and cook it yourself, your diet will be relatively cheap. Of course, this too depends on your taste preferences. But if you eat modestly, you can get by on 2,000 THB per month.
We have a list of shops where you can buy the necessary provisions and alcohol:
Makro;
Tesco Lotus;
Food Mart;
7 Eleven;
Wat Boon Street Market.
For basic food items, these prices are set at the most popular supermarkets in Pattaya:
1.5-liter bottle of water - from 14 THB;
Apples - from 5 THB per piece (in Thailand they are sold by the piece);
Potatoes - 35 THB per 1 kg;
Other vegetables (cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots) - from 20 THB per 1 kg;
Exotic fruits (e.g. pineapple and coconut) - from 20 THB per piece;
Milk - from 90 THB per 2 liters;
Butter packaging - from 90 THB per 220 g;
Cereals (rice, wheat, hercules) and legumes (local peas, beans) - from 30 THB per 1 kg;
Eggs - from 35 THB per dozen;
Vegetable oil - from 35 THB per 1 liter;
Bread - from 35 THB per loaf;
Chicken - from 60 THB per 1 kg.
Transportation in Pattaya
Pattaya's intercity transportation is rated as follows:
Bus from Bangkok bus terminal - from 113 THB;
Bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) from 120 THB;
Taxi from the capital city - from 800 THB for the whole car;
Bus to Koh Chang resort from 400 THB.
Transportation around the city runs such transportation:
Knock-knock (from 10 THB);
Songteo (from 20 THB);
Mototaxi (from 40 THB);
Tuk-tuk - cab (from 100 THB).
Transportation rental
For those travelers who prefer to be behind the wheel, you can rent a motobike (from 150 THB per day and from 2,500 THB per month of use) and a car (from 800 THB per day of use). You can buy a used motorcycle for from 15,000 THB.
Entertainment in Pattaya
Entertainment in Pattaya can be quite individualized, and here are some price ranges for the most popular entertainment:
Thai massage - 150-300 THB;
Transvestite show - from 500 THB;
Excursions - from 260 THB (usually includes ferry ride, lounge chair rental, and lunch).
Nighttime Entertainment
Alcohol in establishments - from 150-200 THB;
Hiring a girl - from 1,000 THB/hour (if in a bar, it may be more expensive by 300-400 THB);
Erotic massage - from 2,000 THB.
Clothing, Shoes, and Accessories
In Pattaya, like in most cities in Thailand, it's impossible to buy winter clothing. Here are some price ranges for clothing, shoes, and accessories:
Clothing (summer and demi-seasonal) - from 100 THB for a single item (t-shirt, shorts, cap);
Sneakers of acceptable quality - can be bought for 350 THB;
Bags and suitcases - from 500 THB.
Communication
Most accommodations in Pattaya include Wi-Fi service in the price. Many restaurants also offer Wi-Fi for their patrons.
Unlimited internet from True costs 641 THB per month. You can find operators where internet plans start from 200 THB per month.
Mobile Operators
The most popular cellular operator in Pattaya is 1-2-Call.
Here are some current tariffs:
Local operators - from 1 THB per minute, SMS - from 1 THB;
Roaming - from 4 THB per minute, SMS - from 4 THB.
Other Costs
Additional costs during your vacation can vary depending on your preferences and needs. Here are some examples:
Body care services like massages, manicures, and pedicures - from 150 THB;
Electronics: electric kettles starting from 200 THB, fans from 300 THB, portable speakers from 600 THB;
Souvenirs;
Medicines;
Household goods;
Personal hygiene products.
Keep in mind that the cost of a vacation in Pattaya can vary significantly depending on the season. For example, a trip for two to Pattaya can be much more affordable during the rainy season compared to the hot or dry season when there are fewer tourists, leading to reduced prices for accommodation and services.
