The 4-star hotels in Pattaya are the best value for money in Thailand, as there have been at least a few brand-new hotels in the last few years.
If you are on a family vacation, there are better places to stay than Pattaya, but at least choose more suitable areas like Beach Road, North Pattaya, or Jomtien Beach.
For nightlife, stay near Walking Street or the LK Metro area.
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Where are the best 4-star hotels in Pattaya?
Some of the best 4-star hotels in Pattaya are in Central Pattaya between Beach Road and Third Road, where most of the newest hotels are, and it’s within walking distance to the beach, nightlife, and shopping malls.
Other good locations are Walking Street, which is suitable for nightlife and day trips to the islands from Bali Hai pier, and North Pattaya, a quiet area for beach holidays and shopping.
Best 4-star hotels in Pattaya
1. Hotel Amber Pattaya
Pros and Cons
- New hotel with great rooms
- Quiet location
- Good for nightlife
- Far from the beach
Hotel Amber Pattaya has been my favorite hotel in the last few years. It’s a new hotel suitable for everyone, whether families with kids or single travelers; all kinds of tourists are welcome.
It has a quiet location as it’s not on the main road but is close to many restaurants, bars, and the baht bus route to go everywhere in Pattaya. However, going to the beach is more than a 10-minute walk.
All rooms are good with comfortable beds and quiet aircons, so book depending on your budget. There is a 2-level swimming pool and a gym.
Price: $48+ Hotel Amber Pattaya on Agoda
2. LK The Empress
Pros and Cons
- Great location on Beach Road
- Big rooms with fantastic sea views
- Excellent breakfast
- Efficient but noisy aircons
Lk The Empress has a great location on Beach Road. If you are looking for a nice 4-star hotel in Pattaya near Walking Street, this hotel is for you. It’s within a 5-minute walk to Walking Street, and the beach is across the road.
The rooms are not new but big and clean. The pool is also lovely and clean. The breakfast has plenty of choices. The staff are helpful.
Price: $60+ LK The Empress on Agoda
3. Acqua Hotel
Pros and Cons
- Good location for shopping and nightlife and not far from the beach
- Excellent deluxe rooms
- Nice rooftop swimming pool
- Small superior rooms
Acqua is another new hotel in Central Pattaya. It’s located near Second Road between the beach and the bars near LK Metro and Treetown.
The hotel suits everyone, but avoid the superior rooms if you travel as a couple or with kids. They are tiny for two people. The deluxe rooms are very nice. They are new and have extra space.
The rooftop swimming pool is very nice, with plenty of loungers and shade.
Price: $43+ Acqua Hotel on Agoda
4. Page 10 Hotel
Pros and Cons
- Great location for beach, shopping, and nightlife
- Big rooms and bathrooms
- Nice rooftop swimming pool
- The hotel is showing its age, but it’s clean
Page 10 has a great location on a relatively quiet soi between the beach and Second Road. It’s also very close to the Central Pattaya shopping mall.
The rooms and bathrooms are huge and clean, but the hotel is not new. However, the rooftop area is very nice, with a lovely tree. The gym is also on the rooftop, and it’s good enough.
Price: $64+ Page 10 Hotel on Agoda
5. Altera Hotel and Residence
Pros and Cons
- Quiet location
- Huge rooms and apartment
- Big and nice swimming pool
- Far from Walking Street and Bali Hai Pier for island hopping
Altera is in a nice, quiet area in North Pattaya but is within walking distance of the beach and Terminal 21 shopping mall.
All rooms are huge and have even bigger suites with kitchens and washing machines. High-floor rooms have a partial sea view. The staff are great. They provide 4-5 complimentary bottles of water daily.
The pool area is vast, with a bar and plenty of loungers. The pool is huge and clean.
Price: $59+ Altera Hotel and Residence on Agoda
6. Pattaya Discovery Beach Hotel
Pros and Cons
- Excellent for families and groups
- Great location on Beach Road
- Huge and clean room
- Not suitable for single male travelers as they charge extra for visitors
Discovery Beach Hotel has a great location on Beach Road and the Baht bus route to Walking Street or Bali Hai Pier.
The rooms are great. They are big and clean, with sea views, nice pillows and comfy beds.
The hotel has two swimming pools and a children’s playground. The breakfast is fantastic, with plenty of choices.
Price: $70+ Pattaya Discovery Beach Hotel on Agoda
7. LK Metropole
Pros and Cons
- Great for nightlife
- Big and clean rooms, but they need renovation
- Swimming pool with plenty of loungers and towels provided
- Not the best area for families and kids
LK Metropole is located right at the back of LK Metro and the bars. It’s a party hotel for night owls, so it’s better to book elsewhere if traveling with kids.
The rooms are huge and clean, but the hotel is showing its age. If it bothers you, there are plenty of new hotels in the area, like Amethyst, Amber, and Acqua.
The pool area is still good, with loungers, complimentary towels, and plenty of space.
Price: $43+ LK Metropole on Agoda
8. Intimate Hotel
Pros and Cons
- Great location for beach, shopping, and nightlife
- Huge rooms
- Nice rooftop swimming pool
- The aircon can be noisy
Intimate hotel is located on a quiet dead soi, close to Second Road. Everything is within walking distance – beach, shopping and nightlife areas.
The hotel is not new, but the rooms still look good. However, I didn’t like the noisy aircon as I am a light sleeper.
The rooftop area is great, and the pool is big and clean.
Price: $49+ Intimate Hotel on Agoda
9. Amethyst Hotel
Pros and Cons
- The newest hotel in Pattaya
- Big and stylish rooms
- Nice rooftop pool with jacuzzi
- Far from the beach
Amethyst Hotel is a brand-new and stylish hotel located on Soi Buakhiao. It’s suitable for singles and families, but considering the location, the bars are closer than the beach.
I booked this hotel for my next trip, but I checked the rooms and facilities the last time I was in Pattaya. Everything looks fresh and new, and the rooftop pool is excellent.
Price: $47+ Amethyst Hotel on Agoda
Other excellent options if you stay in North Pattaya, which is also a family-friendly area, are Hard Rock Hotel, Siam @Siam Design, and Holiday Inn.