Resorts of Thailand: where is the best place to relax?

Where to go to rest in Thailand? Find out about the best resorts! We tell you about the features of a beach holiday, entertainment, prices for tours and hotels.

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When is it better to go to rest

Apart from summer, there are no other seasons in Thailand. The air temperature on the coast does not drop below + 25 ° С, and the sea water is heated up to +27 ... + 30 ° С. The most comfortable period for a beach holiday is from November to early spring, when there is no extreme heat and rain.

Interesting facts about Thailand. Islands and resorts.

Pattaya

Thailand's popular beach resort is a couple of hours drive from Bangkok. It appeared in the early sixties, when the king provided a recreation area for American soldiers fighting in Vietnam. The military began to come to a small fishing village, and a whole network of entertainment appeared in it.

Modern Pattaya is a large city, its population in the high season grows to half a million people. Sex tourists and couples with children get along well here.

Beach vacation in Pattaya evokes mixed responses from tourists: someone thinks that it is better to relax in Thailand at this resort, others prefer Phuket and the islands. In Pattaya, due to the shallow lagoon and overcrowding, the sea is not very clean. Vacationers swim at Wongamat Beach in the north and Jomtien Beach in the south. Many ferry boats go to the beaches of Koh Lan. 13 best beaches in Pattaya >>

Things to do... Pattaya tops the rating of Thailand's resorts for entertainment: there is an oceanarium, dolphinarium, water parks, elephant and crocodile farms, large zoos, several transvestite shows, museums, an ice rink and other attractions. Resorts are offered various excursions to Bangkok and other places in the country.

Prices... Pattaya is one of the cheapest resorts in Thailand. The city has built about 1000 hotels and guesthouses - from expensive hotels and resorts to budget housing. Not far from the beaches, rooms are rented for $ 15-20. For $ 25 you can rent a cozy apartment with a swimming pool.

Pattaya in high season (November to February):

Phuket

In addition to Pattaya, Phuket is very popular with tourists - a large island separated from the mainland by a strait, across which a bridge is laid.

A hundred years ago, there was only agriculture and tin mining in Phuket. Nowadays, the seaside resort has a well-developed infrastructure. There are many Bangkok residents vacationing in Pattaya, and Phuket is entirely focused on foreigners.

Beach vacation... Phuket is rated much higher than Pattaya - considered by many to be the best beach resort in Thailand. The island has beaches for every taste. Most of the popular ones are in the west and south of Phuket. Some beaches are adjacent to dense residential buildings, others are located far from crowds. Look for the most secluded places in the northwestern part of the island. Find out which beaches in Phuket are the best.

Things to do... Phuket has a lot of entertainment: "Simon Cabaret Show", diving, sea fishing, windsurfing, water parks, zoos, golf, jungle flights on zip lines and buggies jumping. Sea excursions to Phang Nga Bay, Phi Phi and the Similan Islands are popular among vacationers.

Tourists interested in Buddhism visit Wat Chalong Temple. Go to see the Sino-Portuguese buildings of Phuket Town, visit the nightclubs of Bangla Road, admire the coast from the height of the hill where the Big Buddha is installed. Spend the evening watching spectacular Muay Thai boxing competitions.

Prices... There are no fewer hotels in Phuket than in Pattaya, but the cost of living is higher here. Inexpensive rooms in guesthouses will cost $ 20-25, and lunch at a street restaurant for two - $ 3.5-6. Find out how much it costs to relax in Phuket.

Phuket in high season (November to February):

Samui

The best beach resorts in Thailand include Koh Samui, the country's second largest island. It is located 700 km from the capital in the Gulf of Thailand.

Beach vacation... There are more than three dozen excellent sandy beaches on Koh Samui. Each of them is unique and beautiful in its own way. Some places have all the necessary infrastructure - for example, Chaweng. Other beaches are stretches of almost deserted coastline.

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Things to do... Koh Samui has become a popular holiday destination in Thailand due to the multitude of entertainment and excursions. Tourists are attracted by natural attractions: Ang Thong Marine Park, coral reefs, waterfalls and bizarre cliffs. Adults and children alike enjoy going to Safari Park, Paradise Park, Butterfly Garden and Insect Museum, Aquarium and Tiger Zoo. Diving enthusiasts enjoy diving near the Koh Tao turtle island.

See the Thai-revered mummy of the monk Luang Pho Deng in Khunaram cotton, marvel at the decor of the Buddhist Laem Sor pagoda and the natural monument - the Grandmother and Grandfather rock. Go to the Magic Buddha Garden and Samui Cultural Center. Explore the mangroves in the south of the island

Prices... A small bungalow with air conditioning on the seashore is rented for $ 35. Rooms in good 3 * hotels cost from $ 60. A direct air ticket from Moscow to Samui and back will cost 35,000 rubles. Prices for dishes in inexpensive restaurants are $ 1.8-3.

Samui in high season (November to February):

Krabi

If you have not yet decided which resort in Thailand to choose, take a look at the Andaman coast - Krabi province.

Beach vacation... In terms of ecology, Krabi is one of the best resorts in Thailand. Wonderful golden-white sand, gentle entrance to the water and clear sea attract tourists from all over the world.

The most populous beach of Ao Nang is considered a tourist center. Railay Peninsula has scenic beaches - Phra Nang, West Railay, East Railay and Tonsai. A fashionable resort with luxury 5 * hotels is located near the Klong Muang beach. There is a nice Nopparat Thara beach 18 km north of the administrative center. There are no sun loungers and parasols on it, but tourists have a great rest in the shade of casuarin trees.

Things to do... The main attractions of the province are national parks. Climbing fans are attracted by picturesque cliffs, divers are attracted by coral reefs, and followers of Buddhism are attracted by Wat Tham Sua, or the Temple of the Cave Tiger. Visit the ancient sea shell cemetery, take some time to walk in the Butterfly Garden, Orchid Garden and Pearl Farm.

Prices... Krabi is one of the resorts in Thailand, which are designed for people with different income levels. Vacation here is cheaper than in Phuket. In different parts of the coast, you can find furnished rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom for $ 15-27.

Krabi in high season (November to February):

Koh Chang

The Big Island in the province of Trat is one of the most popular resorts in Thailand, where people come for families with children.

Beach vacation... Tourists are attracted by excellent sandy beaches, pristine jungle and clear sea. There are 10 main beach areas on Koh Chang. Except for Long Beach, they all occupy the western part of the island. The east of Koh Chang is not very suitable for swimming.

The noisiest and most famous beach - White Sand Beach - is located close to the ferry crossing. There are shops, cafes, nightclubs, bars and malls with inexpensive street food.

Things to do... Ride elephants, go for a walk along the sea and to the waterfalls, play paintball, climb the rope park, and kayak to the neighboring islands.See the sea from the viewpoints and visit the colorful fishing village of Bang Bao.

Prices... Living on the "elephant island" is very comfortable, but the remoteness from the mainland affects prices. Products are slightly more expensive, because they are imported by sea. The lowest prices are in 7 Eleven stores. Here you can buy bakery and sausages, sweets, nuts, snacks, milk, yogurt, water and alcoholic beverages. The cost of a comfortable room for two is $ 35 - twice as high as in Pattaya.

Koh Chang in high season (November to February):

Hua hin

If you do not know where to go on vacation in Thailand, pay attention to the coastal city in the western part of the Gulf of Thailand. Hua Hin is 200 km away from Bangkok. People come here by bus, by rail and by sea.

Beach vacation... The most inhabited coastal property is located near and to the south of the Hilton. The sea is not suitable for swimming to the north of the hotel to the pier. A long sandy strip begins even further, where there are almost no vacationers.

In Thailand, you can have a great rest in the small resort village of Cha Am, which is 26 km north of Hua Hin. Excellent sandy beaches stretch for several kilometers. Quieter areas are replaced by an equipped coastline with sun loungers and parasols. Horseback riding along the edge of the sea and water sports - jet skis and bananas are in demand here.

Things to do... Hua Hin does not have as many entertainment establishments as Pattaya. This resort in Thailand is designed for a measured family vacation. Visit the retro village of Plern Wan, floating and night markets. See Palau Falls, Hua Hin Farm, and the Klai Kangwon and Maruekathaiyawan royal palaces. Get a Thai massage.

Prices... The cost of accommodation in this resort in Thailand is higher than in Pattaya. There are many comfortable hotels and budget hotels in Hua Hin. Prices for rooms in inexpensive guesthouses start at $ 12 per night.

Hua Hin in high season (November to February):

Where else to go?

When choosing a resort in Thailand, many tourists prefer to travel to the north of the country. A special place is occupied by Ayutthaya - the former capital of Siam, which was captured and plundered by the Burmese at the end of the 18th century. The preserved ruins and old temples attract many travelers from around the world. The city has inexpensive accommodation for $ 10-13 and several 3-4 * hotels, where an overnight stay costs $ 20-150.

Vacationers love the Thai city Chiang Rai, where there are several interesting monuments and museums. People come here to see the picturesque White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) and visit the authentic ethnic tribes that live in the province. On the banks of the Kok River there is a 1.5 km long equipped beach.

Tourists leave many positive reviews about Chiang Mai - the second largest city after Bangkok, with about a million inhabitants. It is very interesting to visit Chiang Mai during the colorful Flower Festival in February or during the launch of Chinese lanterns at the Loy Krathong festival in mid-autumn.

Bangkok, or Krungthep, as the Thais themselves call it, attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists. The huge dynamic metropolis offers relaxation for every taste and budget. It surprises with skyscrapers, great parks, interesting museums, palaces, luxurious shopping malls and long khlong canals. Residents of Bangkok usually go swimming on the beaches of Bang Saen, a resort town in the Chonburi province, which is 105 km from the Thai capital.

Where is the best place to relax in Thailand

Which resort to choose in Thailand? It depends on the purpose of the trip. Many people like the beaches on the mainland, while others prefer to relax on the islands. For water activities, snorkeling, windsurfing and diving, Krabi and Phuket are ideal.

If you like attractions and interesting excursions, you should go to Pattaya. For a more secluded vacation, they go to Ko Chang, Samui and other islands. Those who are not attracted to a beach holiday are happy to spend their holidays in the north of the country or in Bangkok.