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Thailand · Chonburi

Best beaches in Pattaya

8 ranked beaches in Pattaya, Chonburi

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

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  1. 1

    Ao Thong Beach

    A small hidden cove in Koh Larn, perfect for a secluded day at the beach.

    7.0
  2. 2

    Dongtan Beach

    A distinctive Jomtien-adjacent beach known for a more relaxed, inclusive scene.

    7.0
  3. 3

    Jomtien Beach

    Longer and calmer than central Pattaya, popular for families and easy stays.

    7.0
  4. 4

    Naklua Beach

    A calm beach located in the northern part of Pattaya, offering great sunset views.

    7.0
  5. 5

    Pattaya Beach

    Eastern Thailand’s most recognized resort beach and a must-have Pattaya anchor.

    7.0
  6. 6

    Pratumnak Beach

    A peaceful beach popular for snorkeling and its views of the Pattaya skyline.

    7.0
  7. 7

    Tawaen Beach

    A quiet beach on the island of Koh Larn, great for snorkeling and relaxing by the sea.

    7.0
  8. 8

    Wong Amat Beach

    A quieter northern Pattaya beach backed by upscale hotels and condos.

    7.0

What makes Pattaya's beaches stand out?

Pattaya sits in Chonburi, Thailand and is home to 8 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Pattaya or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.