Beaches · Pattaya · Thailand
The best beaches in and near Pattaya
Where to swim and spend a beach day, and when the water is warm.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Don Ramey Logan, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
The best-known beach is Jomtien Beach (About 10–15 minutes from Central Pattaya). The sea is usually warm enough for a comfortable swim (21°C+) in January–December.
Key facts
- Beaches in this guide
- 5
- Swimming season
- January–December
- Warmest sea
- 30°C (86°F)
The beaches
About 10–15 minutes from Central Pattaya · Families and water sports
1.Jomtien Beach
A long, relaxed beach south of Pratumnak with water sports and seafood restaurants.
About 30–45 minutes by ferry from Bali Hai Pier · Swimming and day trips
2.Koh Larn beaches
Tawaen, Samae, Nual and Tien beaches on the island with clearer water than the mainland.
About 10 minutes from Central Pattaya · Quiet swimming
3.Wongamat Beach
A calmer, cleaner beach in north Pattaya near the Sanctuary of Truth.
In Central Pattaya · Sunset walks
4.Pattaya Beach
The city beach along Beach Road with a promenade and deckchairs.
About 10 minutes from Central Pattaya · Couples
5.Cosy Beach
A small cove below Pratumnak Hill with calm water and a few restaurants.
Sea temperature by month
| Month | Sea | Air high |
|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C (81°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| February | 28°C (82°F) | 32°C (90°F) |
| March | 29°C (84°F) | 33°C (91°F) |
| April | 30°C (86°F) | 34°C (93°F) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 34°C (93°F) |
| June | 30°C (86°F) | 33°C (91°F) |
| July | 29°C (84°F) | 33°C (91°F) |
| August | 29°C (84°F) | 32°C (90°F) |
| September | 29°C (84°F) | 32°C (90°F) |
| October | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| November | 28°C (82°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| December | 27°C (81°F) | 30°C (86°F) |
Staying near the beach
$$ · Best for families, beach and budget
Jomtien
Jomtien Beach stretches about 6 km south from Pratumnak, with a beach road of hotels, condos and seafood restaurants, water-sports operators and a night market. It is calmer than central Pattaya and popular with families and long-stay visitors.
- Good
- Long, relaxed beach; Good-value hotels and condos; Family-friendly
- Watch out
- Fewer sights within walking distance; Busy beach road traffic at weekends
- Nearby
- Jomtien Beach, Jomtien Night Market, Pratumnak Hill
Getting to the beaches
- Bus — Baht buses (songthaews) run one-way loops along Beach Road and Second Road and on fixed routes to Naklua and Jomtien; flag one down and press the buzzer to stop.
- Scooter — Scooters are widely rented, but traffic is heavy and accidents are common.
- Ferry — Public ferries run from Bali Hai Pier to Koh Larn in about 30–45 minutes, and speedboats in about 15 minutes.
Beach-weather months
Days of 24°C (75°F) or more with no more than nine rainy days come in November–April. The busiest of those is January, so book early.
Beach safety
Watch for heavy traffic and scooter accidents, pickpocketing in crowded nightlife areas and disputes over jet-ski damage claims. Check bar bills and keep drinks in sight; tourist police can help with complaints. Swim at lifeguarded beaches where possible and follow local flag warnings.
Questions travellers ask
+Does Pattaya have beaches?
Yes: Jomtien Beach, Koh Larn beaches, Wongamat Beach, Pattaya Beach and Cosy Beach.
+When is the sea warm enough to swim in Pattaya?
Usually January–December, when the sea averages 21°C or more.
+What is the best beach near Pattaya?
Jomtien Beach: A long, relaxed beach south of Pratumnak with water sports and seafood restaurants.