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The popular tourist resort of Pattaya is situated on the North Gulf Coast of Eastern Thailand and is most famous for its heady mix of go-go and beer bars, naughty nightlife, fabulous beaches and lovely restaurants. A great effort is being made to include more family orientated recreation although, here, the sex industry is still the main money earner. Specialist golfing and conference Pattaya hotels are offering further options and attracting a wider range of guests.
The easy access and proximity to Bangkok (only about an hour away) has made Pattaya a popular weekend getaway catering for millions of tourists annually. For centuries, the center of Pattaya remained a small insignificant fishing village until the arrival of American servicemen who came here to relax during the Vietnam War in the early 1960's. Thereafter, fishing huts were replaced by hotels and shopping centers and fishing boats became tourist vessels. The city includes the main beach, Pattaya Beach which is parallel to the city center and the main destination for bathers, the northern section, Naklua Beach and Buddha Hill immediately to the south. There are also many off-shore islands including the Near Islands and the Far Islands which are accessible by speed boat or ferry and have popular beaches and scuba diving opportunities.
Travelers to the towm will find a plethora of Pattaya hotels including backpacker's lodges and budget hotels, an extensive number of mid-range hotels and many up-market options are available for guests to choose from. Although essentially a singles and couples holiday destination, the city has tried to attract more families by providing family accommodation in the form of three-bedroom bungalows. These are also perfect for long-stay and business guests. Very cheap accommodation can be found, often above bars and massage shops which may be on the noisy side and generally, there is no need to book these in advance.
Budget and mid-range hotels usually include air-conditioning or fans, TV, fridge and mini-bar. Some include a pool and a good value buffet breakfast. Balconies, laundry and motorcycle rental are also provided. Mid-range Pattaya hotels are perfectly suited for stunning beach holidays as well as business guests to the city. With excellent locations close to the beaches and easy access to the vibrant and pulsating night-life, these hotels include plenty of amenities and facilities to ensure a pleasant stay. Included are security cameras and security guards, internet cafes, room service and in-house restaurants. The colonial style of the Sawasdee Pattaya provides a warm and cozy atmosphere while others like the Horseshoe Point are decorated in restful tones creating a relaxing environment.
Luxurious four and five star Pattaya hotels at the northern end of the Pattaya Bay are set in acres of gloriously landscaped, palm-shaded gardens and provide a much more secluded and tranquil destination. Modern design art hotels set in tropical surroundings provide a perfect blend of modern lifestyle with a tropical paradise to provide and unforgettable holiday. The architectural styles of others includes a combination of Victorian and contemporary styles and Spanish styles. The famous Hard Rock Hotel has a massive swimming pool with its own imitation beach while the Royal Beach Cliff Resort boasts four hotels each with its own style and ambiance.
Many services and facilities are offered by Pattaya hotels and these include baby-sitting and child-minding, laundry, ironing and dry-cleaning, valet and free hotel parking. Pet-friendly hotels as well as disabled accessible hotels are also plentiful.
A whole host of activities are available at many Pattaya hotels. Golf courses are right there or in close proximity while tennis courts, horse riding, karts, shooting and bungee jumping are all available. Water sports include scuba diving, jet-skiing, water surfing, wind-surfing and kite-surfing. Many of the luxury hotels boast glorious spas with multiple rooms for private treatments and exotic Thai massages. Included are fitness facilities with exercise equipment and free weights, large swimming pools, Hot Tubs and saunas.
Other family activities that are popular for guests at Pattaya Hotels include the aquarium, swimming with the dolphins at sea world, elephant shows and trekking, theme parks, Thai boxing, monkey training, cock-fighting and snake shows. Theaters, museums and lovely gardens and just so much more also provide plenty of leisure opportunities.
Most Pattaya hotels are only a stone's throw from large malls and bazaar style markets making shopping a popular pastime but guests are warned to be on the lookout for counterfeit goods. Restaurants, too, with fabulous Thai food abound from noodle street stalls to fabulous Pattaya Hotel restaurants. Thai dishes are, of course the main cuisine but guests will get anything from Asian and Chinese to Sushi and excellent vegetarian meals.
At nighttime the city comes alive with discotheques, transvestite cabarets, nightclubs, live entertainment, packed bars and pubs. Many of these are located along the Pattaya Beach Road so guests looking for something a little quieter should look for Pattaya hotels a bit further away. Indoor and outdoor Beer bars with "for Hire" bar girls also welcome guests who simply want a drink but this is where the contacts for the famous sex-trade are made. Major Pattaya hotels all operate cocktail lounges, nightclubs and supper clubs with international entertainment.
Pattaya hotels provide visitors with an opportunity to enjoy a luxurious holiday on one of the many beaches as well as a myriad of both water and land sporting activities. With its vibrant nightlife and family activities as well as providing easy access to the thriving economic hub of the city, Pattaya hotels offer something for everyone with affordable rooms, great restaurants, spas and meeting venues.
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