Centara Pattaya Hotel is the perfect base from which to discover Pattaya, whether you're keen on eating, shopping, golfing, or nightlife. You'll be able to experience the action that the city is renowned for, as well as revive yourself for another thrilling evening at any of our relaxing facilities, including the pool area and the restful sanctuary of your rooms.
The neighbouring islands of Koh Lan and Koh Sak are easily accessible for diving, snorkelling or simply to enjoy a more relaxed ambience, while our team and tour information desk will gladly arrange excursions and activities such as elephant trekking, golfing and visits to amusement parks.
No matter what size or type of group you are travelling with, we can point you in the direction to all of the fun and culture the Chonburi region has to offer, so just ask us and we'll be happy to advise you on your options.
Suvarnabhumi Airport is reached in approximately one and a half hours by road.
Pattaya’s most popular beach offers soft sands sweeping from Pattaya Nuea to Walking Street, a good range of water sports and easy access to the attractions of Central Pattaya and Beach Road including the entertainment and shopping opportunities of Central Festival Pattaya Beach. Pattaya Beach is just a short walk away from the hotel and is a great spot to settle into for a lazy beachfront day.
The soft sands of tranquil Phratamnak Beach are where you'll want to head for some truly relaxing hours. Just over ten minutes away from the hotel by car, Phratamnak Beach is very popular with families, while Jomtien Beach, 20 minutes away from the hotel, features a good choice of restaurants and a tranquil setting. Beach chairs and parasols are available at both beaches for hire.
Koh Lan, also known as Coral Island, and neighbouring Koh Sak are popular destinations for those seeking a laid-back ambience as well as snorkelling and scuba diving opportunities. A short motorbike ride from the pier through hilly terrain to the west coast will take you to the clear waters of Samae Beach and Tien Beach. And it's very easy to get here; the departure pier from which ferries cross to Koh Lan is located within ten minutes from the hotel.
About 30 minutes away from the hotel by road, Pattaya Floating Market makes for an inviting change of pace, offering you canals to explore, glimpses of a bygone lifestyle and of course the chance to savour freshly cooked Thai delicacies.
One of the ocean city’s most famous tourist sites, the ornately carved all-wooden Sanctuary of Truth was designed as a visionary tribute to religious and cultural experiences and wisdom. Besides its beautiful setting, the Sanctuary of Truth features intricate wood carvings of Hindu and Buddhist gods and goddesses, and is built in four wings that celebrate Thai, Khmer, Chinese and Indian religious iconography. The truly astonishing Sanctuary of Truth just is a 15-minute drive from the hotel.
Only ten minutes from the hotel by foot, Central Festival Pattaya Beach shopping and lifestyle centre makes for an ideal break from beach and water activities. With its oceanfront setting on Beach Road and vast selection of shops ranging from famous brand names to small souvenir stalls as well as dining opportunities galore, the Central Festival represents great entertainment and even includes a cinema complex on the top floor.
Underwater World Pattaya is made up of an intriguing series of aquariums and underwater tunnels that will have you face-to-face with giants from the ocean depths, including black tip reef and nurse sharks, as well as eagle and shovel-nose rays. Here you can also discover many marine species indigenous to the Gulf of Thailand and go on an adrenaline-filled dive with stingrays, turtles, sharks and many more fascinating denizens of the deep. Underwater World Pattaya is reached in less than ten minutes by road from the hotel.
Renowned for its remarkable concentration of over 20 quality golf courses, all easily accessible from the resort town, Pattaya is the perfect place to tee off in style. Venue of several US LPGA events, the Old Course and Plantation Course at Siam Country Club are must-try. Previously a member’s only course, Burapha Golf Club has hosted several professional tournaments including the 2010 Thailand Open. Other highly popular golf courses include the Pete Dye-designed Khao Kheow Golf Club and Laem Chabang International Country Club designed by Jack Nickaus, both featuring 27 holes. Set on a wooded, rolling terrain nearby Jomtien, and with views over the Gulf of Thailand, the Phoenix Gold Golf & Country Club has three nines designed by Dennis Griffiths. Last but not least, St Andrews 2000 Golf Club in Rayong is rated as one of the region’s most interesting golf courses.
