Holiday Inn PATTAYA by IHG

I stayed at two hotels in Pattaya this trip, and first up is the Holiday Inn. I stayed there over ten years ago, so my memory is a bit hazy, but I recall the breakfast restaurant being on the second floor. This time, I booked a Beach View Deluxe room, just like the Hilton I stayed at afterwards. There's a restaurant downstairs at the Holiday Inn, and breakfast was decent. You'll need to walk a bit to get to the massage parlors and shopping malls nearby. For me, the bed was a bit too firm. At night, there was some traffic noise, but overall, it's a relatively quiet area, suitable for families with kids. The pool is a standard rectangular shape; I didn't go for a swim but observed it from my room upstairs. The amenities aren't as good as the Hilton, but then again, it's also cheaper.

Absolutely impressed! From check-in, all the staff were lovely, from housekeeping to every other department. The gym is clean, smells great, spacious, and has a wide variety of equipment, perfect for both runners and weightlifters. The back building has a 7-Eleven and is right by the sea – very convenient. On the 4th floor, there are activities to keep kids entertained all day, so you don't even need to leave the hotel. We had lunch at the hotel, and the food was delicious with excellent service. ♥️♥️♥️

This hotel is great for kids! It has two large kid clubs and a kids' swimming pool that the little ones absolutely loved.

Location: Super convenient, just a 3-minute walk to Pattaya Beach. Central Pattaya shopping mall is also an 8-minute taxi ride away. Service: The hotel consists of two towers, Bay Tower and Executive Tower, with shared facilities. Each tower has its own pool and restaurant. The kids' zone and family pool are located in the Bay Tower. If you need to go to the other tower, you can ask staff to provide a car transfer, so you don't have to carry your luggage yourself. We stayed at the Holiday Inn for two days, and the kids absolutely loved it. They swam in the pool every day. The views are also very appealing, and the infinity pool is a great spot for photos.

My room was on the same side as the Amari. On that side, there was also some kind of technical building with huge fans that constantly made noise (I've attached a photo). Because of this, sitting on the balcony for more than 10 minutes became uncomfortable. If you're a light sleeper, you could even hear them working with the balcony doors closed. This was really annoying, especially since I had a room with two balconies... Overall, the hotel was good, breakfast was decent, and the staff were excellent and friendly. The rooftop pool is very photogenic.

The environment is great, there's a kids' play area and two large swimming pools, plus a children's pool with slides and other play facilities. The breakfast also offers a wide and varied selection.

The hotel's location is excellent, very close to the beach, and the view from the 4th-floor swimming pool is stunning. The hotel is clean and well-maintained, and the staff are incredibly welcoming, always greeting you with a smile.

My recent stay at the Holiday Inn Pattaya had its ups and downs. Let me start with the positives. The room was truly excellent! Despite the hotel being a bit older, it's very well-maintained. The room itself was spacious and tidy, and the bathroom was beautifully designed and clean. The sea view from our room was absolutely delightful and very relaxing. I especially want to commend Ms. K at the front desk. She was professional, dedicated, and always had a lovely smile. Her service was outstanding, making the entire check-in process feel incredibly welcoming – she definitely deserves a special mention. On the downside, we were assigned a lower-floor room, which was quite disappointing. As for the dining experience, there's significant room for improvement. The breakfast selection wasn't particularly extensive, and the service from the restaurant staff was a noticeable step down compared to the front desk. The staff generally seemed less enthusiastic and not very attentive to guests; used dishes on tables were sometimes not cleared promptly. Furthermore, towards the end of breakfast service, even with several minutes left until closing, staff quickly began clearing the food stations and coffee machines, appearing eager to finish their shift. This gave the impression that they wanted guests to leave as soon as possible. If this aspect could be improved, I believe the overall dining experience would be much better. In summary, the quality of the room and Ms. K's professional service at the front desk were the highlights of my stay, making me want to return. I hope the hotel can also elevate its dining service; that would make it perfect.

This was my first time at a Holiday Inn, and having stayed at almost every hotel in Pattaya, I was truly impressed! The room had a beautiful view, and the service was excellent. I must emphasize, the view was absolutely stunning! The One-Bedroom suite was fantastic. I highly recommend staying in the Bay Tower. The Kids Club was as much fun as a HarborLand!