Downtown is the main part of Pattaya, so many tourists around the world come to visit. This is the noisy and bright place, with nonstop pulsing energy. Nightclubs, adult entertainments, bars, restaurants, shops - all you are looking for is here. It's difficult to live here, first of all, because of the noise. However, this is the perfect place for the young people and simply those who are looking for some "adventures".
The usual Pattaya downtown visitors are not among those who are going to sleep at night. Is there anything else interesting in downtown, except nightlife entertainment? First of all 4 big shopping malls. Popular fruit market, Alcazar, and Tiffany shows. Nad last but not least "Believe it or Not" entertainment center.
1. Distance to the airport.
The distance to the airport is around 130-140 km. The road will take a little bit less than one hour.
2. Distance to the sea.
Since all the popular hotels and condos are located along the first and second line from the sea, you won't spend too much time getting to the local beach. The main issue is the condition of the beach line. Among some expats, the downtown beach is believed to be the dirtiest in town. It is partly wrong, but swarms of ski jets and speedboats might make you feel uncomfortable while having a leisure on the beach.
3. Length of the beach.
4 km along the noisy Beach Road.
4. Beach and water condition.
Most of the tourists coming to stay in this area are not really looking forward swimming on the local beach. However, the central beach is always overcrowded.
5. District infrastructure.
Since the major Pattaya hotels are located here, the infrastructure is well-developed in downtown. Besides big shopping malls, such as Central Festival, Mike Plaza, Mike Shopping Moll, Royal Garden Plaza Pattaya you can also find here many smaller shops, a lot of restaurants, cafes, well-developed entertainment infrastructure, massage parlors, spas, cinemas, etc.
6. Transportation.
Since Central Pattaya is the most visited district in town, the transportation system here is well-developed. Ther's no need to rent your own vehicle if you stay in downtown - you can find any type of public transport here.
7. Views.
Most of the hotels and condos are located on the first and second lines from the beach, so you can enjoy both sea and city views.
8. Popular sightseeing.
Alcazar and Tiffany show. "Believe it or Not" entertainment complex — great place for the family with kids to spend time.
9. Nightlife.
Pattaya downtown never sleeps, but it truly blossoms at the night time. Here you can find any adult entertainment you need, from bars to brothels. The famous Walking Street is located exactly here.
10. Popular hotels.
There are LOT of hotels in Central Pattaya. On one hand, their location is very convenient due to the proximity to the beach, infrastructure and entertainment facilities. On another hand, the noise of the vibrant downtown doesn't stop even during the daytime. The most popular hotels are Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya, Pattaya Discovery Beach Hotel, At Mind Serviced Residence, April Suites Pattaya, August Suites Pattaya, KTK Regent Suite.