Jomtien

Pattaya’s more relaxed neighbor

Jomtien is Pattaya’s more relaxed neighbor. Although there is plenty to do in Jomtien, the most intense nightlife action is at Pattaya.

Beaches

The Jomtien area has several beaches, Jomtien Beach being the longest, and a few smaller ones.

Jomtien Beach

Just South of Pattaya is Jomtien’s six-kilometer-long sandy beach. It is quieter and has a more laid-back atmosphere than Pattaya Beach. Vendors walk up and down the beach offering snacks, coconuts, drinks, ice cream and local fruits.

Along the promenade are sea view restaurants that serve Thai and Western food as well as seafood.

Other Jomtien area beaches

There are several small beaches between Pattaya and Jomtien, that are quieter and more laid back than their bigger neighbors.

Paradise Beach
About two kilometers South of Pattaya Viewpoint is Paradise Beach. Cozy and quiet, it’s about three hundred meters long. Get there through Soi Phra Tam Nak 4, behind the Asia Pattaya Golf Course.

Pratumnak Beach
Just South of Paradise Beach is Pratumnak Beach. A quiet place with a relaxed atmosphere, the five-hundred-meter-long beach is sandy with a rocky area. Beach loungers and umbrellas are for rent. Large trees provide shade. Get there via Pratumnak Road Soi 6.

Dongtan Beach
At the North end of Jomtien is Dongtan Beach, a sandy beach with large trees providing shade. Beach loungers and umbrellas are for rent at 100 Baht. The promenade has recently been refurbished. Food and drinks are available from vendors walking up and down Dongtan Beach.

To do & see in Jomtien

Although Jomtien is quieter than Pattaya, there is plenty to do and see both on off the beach.

Ocean Marina Yacht Club

The Ocean Marina Yacht Club is one of the largest marinas in Asia. This is the place to go if you plan an exclusive trip to some of the local islands. For charter are sailing yachts, motor yachts and speedboats from a 26 ft catamaran for six people to a 53 ft catamaran for larger groups. The marina is located at 167/5 Moo 4 Na Jomtien.

Boats moored at the Ocean Marina Yacht Club

Jomtien night market

A few steps away from Jomtien Beach is the Jomtien night market. Vendors sell products like clothing, souvenirs, children’s toys, games and beachwear. The main attraction is the wide range of Thai and Western food, desserts, smoothies and fruit shakes at low prices. There is a stage with live music, the sea breeze brings some cool air.

The night market is located on the intersection of Jomtien Sai Neung Road and Kwan Mueang Road. It opens at 5 pm and closes at 11 pm. Get there with the songthaew on Jomtien Sai Neung Road.

Pattaya Park

Pattaya Park is a resort at the North end of Jomtien Beach. It has a water park, an amusement park and the Pattaya Park Tower with an observation deck and a tower jump.

Pattaya water park & amusement park
Both adults and children can have a good time at the pools and water slides. Around the main pool are sun loungers and parasols. The kids’ section has smaller slides. It is the oldest and smallest water park in Pattaya. If you are looking for spectacular slides and rides, go to Ramayana water park or Columbia Pictures Aquaverse water park.

The amusement park has a roller coaster, tower shot and other fun rides.

Pattaya Park Tower
The observation deck on the 55^th floor of the seaside Pattaya Park Tower offers panoramic views of Pattaya, Jomtien and Pattaya Bay all the way up to Coral Island. Entrance fee is 300 Baht.

There are three revolving restaurants on the 52^nd, 53^rd and 54^th floor. If you are looking for a thrill, try the tower jump. For a slower way down, take the speed shuttle or the sky shuttle.

Pattaya Park Tower
Photo by Ulf Schneider (CC BY-SA 1.0)

Beach bars & restaurants

Along the beach on seaside Jomtien Sai Neung Road are Italian, Thai, Western and seafood restaurants as well as bars.

Café del Mar
Café del Mar is an upscale beach club with a pool. Relax on the sun beds around the pool or on the beach while a DJ plays music. The beach club has an extensive food and drink menu. Try one of their cocktails while enjoying the sunset views. Prices are higher end. Get there through Soi Na Jomtien 8.

Branch Coffee Beach Jomtien
Branch Coffee Beach is a coffee shop that serves espresso, cappuccino, café mocha and Americano as well as ice cream and snacks at low prices. It’s a place with a laid-back atmosphere and great sea views. You will find it just South of Soi Chom Thian 11.

Suttangrak Pattaya
Suttangrak Pattaya is a seaside restaurant that serves seafood like calamari, Barramundi with spicy sweet and sour sauce, salmon sashimi, sea bass with fish sauce and BBQ shrimp. Live Thai music is played, prices are moderate to higher end. The restaurant is located on Jomtien Sai Neung Road, just North of Reflection Jomtien Beach condo complex.

Where to stay in Jomtien

With dozens of hotels in all price ranges, either beachfront or in town, there is plenty of choice for everyone’s taste.

Veranda Resort Pattaya MGallery
The beachfront five-star Veranda Resort Pattaya MGallery offers spacious, modern rooms and suites. Among the facilities at the new resort are a pool with poolside bar, a kids pool, spa and fitness centre. Three restaurants serve Thai, international and seafood.

U Jomtien
A four-star beachfront hotel, the U Jomtien offers modern rooms and suites. Its infinity pool overlooks the sea. Breakfast is complimentary, either in the restaurant or the room.

Rabbit Resort Pattaya
A very attractive resort on Dongtan Beach, the four-star Rabbit Resort Pattaya is set in lush, tropical gardens. The stylish beachfront resort offers rooms and cottages in “old Thai theme” decorated with antiques. The peaceful and relaxing Rabbit Resort has two outdoor pools and a children’s pool.

Sea Crest by Jomtien
A four-star boutique hotel, the Sea Crest by Jomtien offers comfortable rooms in unique designs and decors. Among the facilities are a pool, fitness centre and bicycle rental. The modern hotel is situated in a quiet alley just off the main road, about two minutes walk to Jomtien Beach.

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