North Pattaya

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Between Central and Naklua. Dolphin Roundabout, business hotels, transitioning residential.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

Overview

North Pattaya runs from Dolphin Roundabout north to Soi 1, including the Bali Hai-style ferry to Koh Larn at the north end and the access road to Sukhumvit. It contains business-class hotels (Dusit Thani, Centara Grand), upscale shopping (Central Marina), and family-oriented hotels. Beachfront is calmer than Central but you're still very close to all the action.

Best for

business travellers
families
couples
first-time tourists wanting calm

Avoid if

you want budget condos
you want vibrant street nightlife

North Pattaya at a glance

Noise level(lower better)

Walkability

Beach access

Family-friendly

Expat density

Transport access

Nightlife level

Traffic risk(lower better)

Flood risk(lower better)

Average monthly rent

Studio	10,000 THB – 18,000 THB
1 bedroom	14,000 THB – 28,000 THB
2 bedroom	22,000 THB – 50,000 THB

Hotel price bands (per night)

Budget	from 900 THB
Mid-range	from 2,200 THB
Luxury	from 6,500 THB

What's nearby

Hospitals

Bangkok Hospital Pattaya
~2 km
Pattaya Memorial
~2 km

Schools

Mooltripakdee International
~6 km

Gyms

Tony's North Pattaya
<1 km

Markets & shopping

Central Marina
<1 km
Big C North Pattaya
~1 km

Top condos

Centric Sea
12-25k/mo
Wave Condominium
15-28k/mo
Northshore
20-50k/mo

Top hotels

Dusit Thani Pattaya
4,500-9,500/night
Centara Grand Phratamnak
3,800-8,000/night

Top restaurants

Marriott pool buffet
International
Pattaya Beer Garden
Pub/Thai

Who should stay here

Business travellers, families wanting easy access to Central without Walking Street noise, first-time tourists who want calm sleep.

Who should avoid it

Bargain hunters; nightlife-first visitors.

Pros

5 mins to Central
Business-class hotels
Calmer beachfront
Easy access in/out via Sukhumvit

Cons

Pricier than Jomtien
Beach narrower than Wong Amat
Some construction zones

Frequently asked questions

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