Some guidance please chaps

[Duck Red Curry]

Hiya

 

Hoping some of you guys could give me some advice. I'm coming Pattaya in 3 weeks & need some wisdom that I couldnt find on the site.

 

I'm coming in from Samui & want to know how far the Utapao airport is from Pattaya. Someone has said there is 2 airports but I think they might be wrong.

 

I'm after fun & sun & i've heard Jomtien has a wicked beach & easily got to from Pattaya. I am going with my mate & we arent sure where to stay, Pattaya or Jomtien. If its easy to get to & from at night could any of you chaps recommend anywhere to stay in Jomtien & how to get there from the airport

 

Cheers

 

DRC

[carcareers]

Utapo is near Sattahip, about 20 miles from Pattaya. Should be easy to get a cab or baht bus. Take a look at the Residence Garden hotel links here, great place in the middle of Pattaya and Jomtien.

[JohnnyK]

Haven't used the airport so can't tell you.

Jomtien beach is nicer than Pattaya beach but that's not saying a lot. They are not the Caribbean or Hawaii by a long shot.

Jomtien is quieter, more laid back but you have to take a songthiaew each way, 20 baht each guy but late at night you may have to pay 100 for a taxi.

Jomtien also is gay central. Doesn't mean they are everywhere and hassle you but it bothers some people to see fat falangs with young Thai boys.

[Emil]

If your looking for a clean and quiet beach then I would suggest Koh Larn. Stay in Pattaya if your looking for the nightlife.

[Duck Red Curry]

cheers for your advice chaps. Gonna be arriving in a few weeks & looking forward to it.

 

Due to time constraints looks like I'm gonna be able to sample Pattaya's night for a few nights only.

 

I'm sure i'll be able to see a lot & drink enough chang to make a fool of myself.

 

thanks again