🇹🇭 Chon Buri, Thailand
Ampan Resort
📍 Pattaya City, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
Your stay — Ampan Resort
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The Property — Ampan Resort
Ampan Resort is a three-star budget-friendly option on the main Sukhumvit Road in North Pattaya. The lobby feels functional rather than atmospheric: tiled floors, a reception desk, a couple of sofas, and a small shop selling snacks and toiletries. Its USP is straightforward value—clean double rooms with air-con, a swimming pool, and free parking, aimed at independent travellers or small families who want a bed-and-pool base for exploring Pattaya rather than a resort experience.
Chronicles of Chon Buri
Chon Buri city has been a trading port since the Ayutthaya period, but its modern identity was shaped in the 1960s when the US military built an airbase nearby and Pattaya beach became R&R terrain. After the military left, Pattaya evolved into a tourist town, infamous for rowdy nightlife but now also showing a family-friendly side with shopping malls, water parks, and golf courses. The province itself remains the centre of Thailand's eastern seaboard industry, with deep-sea ports and the Laem Chabang container terminal driving its economy. Architecturally, Chon Buri city is a sprawling mix of shophouses, condos, and temples, while Pattaya is high-rise hotels and neon. Culturally, the area blends Isaan migrant workers, Chinese-Thai business families, and international tourists into a tag-free, pragmatic coastal city.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chon Buri guide →Best months
November to February: Dry, cool (25–30°C), low humidity, clear sea. Beaches are pleasant, festivals happen (Loy Krathong in Nov), and crowds are moderate outside Christmas.
Peak / festival surge
December–January (peak tourist season) and Songkran (mid-April). Hotels double or triple rates; Pattaya is jammed with domestic and international tourists for the water festival. Christmas and New Year see heavy European bookings.
Budget shoulder season
March–May (hot season) and September–October (wet season). Low-season discounts of 30–50% on rooms, fewer visitors, but expect humidity, possible rain, and occasional thunderstorms.
Weather & packing
Chon Buri has a tropical monsoon climate with two distinct seasons: dry and cool (Nov–Feb) then hot and rainy (Mar–Oct). Pack light cotton clothes, a rain jacket or umbrella for June, and flip-flops: the pool and beach are the real attractions, not the lobby.
Live City Briefing — Chon Buri
- New flyover bridge on Sukhumvit Road near North Pattaya completed 2025, reducing traffic jams during rush hours to the city centre.
- The new Jomtien Beach boardwalk extension is open, adding a 5km paved promenade for walking and cycling; rental bikes available at several kiosks.
- U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport has resumed AOT-sponsored shuttle buses to Pattaya's central bus station, cutting taxi costs by about 60%.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ampan Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a top-floor room at the front (facing the main road) for the best natural light and a view over the car park towards the distant hills. The third floor is quietest because the lift is used less and there is no foot traffic above.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms directly beside the lift on any floor – the single lift can be noisy, especially at check-in/out times. Also avoid ground-floor rooms facing the car park (other than the accessible room) because they pick up engine noise and headlights from early departures.
Best views
From the front-facing rooms on the second or third floor: a view over the open car park and beyond to low-rise suburban Pattaya and green hills. Side and rear rooms look onto neighbouring buildings or the pool area – less interesting but still open.
Quietest floors
Third floor is the quietest, followed by second floor. Ground floor has some restaurant and pool pathway traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources: the front road (motorbikes and occasional heavy trucks from Bangsaen direction), the single lift on all floors (especially during busy hours), and the pool/restaurant area at ground level until around 10pm. The car park can cause early-morning engine noise from 6am.
Insider tips
Park in the far corner of the on-site lot if you prefer less risk of door dings – spaces are unmarked. If driving, bring your own Wi-Fi dongle for a second device, as the one-login-per-room limit is strict. Breakfast is served from 7am, so request a ground-floor room if you want quick access to the dining area.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ampan Resort
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed ~15 Mbps. One login per room (no simultaneous devices). No paid tier.
Single lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections.
No daily papers. TV in rooms with 30 Thai and international channels. No heritage quirks – this is a 2007-built resort.
Check-in from 14:00. Early bag-drop available from 08:00 (no charge). Late check-out fee: 300 THB per hour until 18:00; after 18:00 charges a full night.
Free storage at front desk for same-day arrival or departure.
Level entry at main door. One ground-floor accessible room (no steps). Lift fits a standard wheelchair. Some pathways to pool and restaurant have a 5 cm lip – manageable but not fully roll-in.
Free on-site open parking for about 30 cars. No valet. Nearest public car park is at Bangsaen Beach (1 km) costing 50 THB per 12 hours. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full first-night prepayment required at booking. A 1,000 THB incidental hold on a credit card at check-in (refundable if no extras).
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Asian Spicy Garden — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
7-Eleven — 694 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange counters at Suvarnabhumi Airport and tourist-area bureaux which take a big cut.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in malls and bigger restaurants; cash essential for street food, markets, and local buses.
Not expected but round up taxi fares and leave 20-50 baht for good service in sit-down restaurants.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Fresh-brewed iced coffee from street carts, around 20-30 baht.
Rice with grilled pork or chicken from a local food stall, 40-50 baht.
Pad Thai or fried rice from a street vendor, 40-60 baht for a generous portion.
Night markets and soi food stalls are common along side streets in town centres like Chon Buri city and Pattaya.
Big C, Lotus's (formerly Tesco Lotus), and Makro are the main budget chains.
Look for local market stalls (talad nat) or big shopping centres like CentralPlaza for affordable chain brands.
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 10-20 baht per ride; from Suvarnabhumi Airport, take a bus to Pattaya (around 130 baht) then a local songthaew.
Eat where locals queue, drink tap water only if filtered, and haggle politely at markets but never at 7-Eleven.
Good to know — Chon Buri
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.65 · THB
Emergency Contacts
Chon BuriTourist police 1155 (English support). For Pattaya area, Pattaya City Hospital: +66 38 427 555. General emergencies: 191 is the main line; note that English may be limited.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Chon Buri, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ampan Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Chon Buri Bus Terminal → Near Kudos Parc Hotel (Thong Noppakhun Road)
💡 Wave down a blue songthaew — they run fixed routes. Tell the driver 'Kudos Parc' or 'Thong Noppakhun' and hop off when you see the hotel. Exact change required.
Bangkok's Ekkamai Bus Terminal → Chon Buri Bus Terminal
💡 Get off at Chon Buri town stop, then take a 5-minute songthaew (10 THB) to the hotel. The bus is air-conditioned and comfortable.
Chon Buri town centre → Kudos Parc Hotel
💡 Use the Grab app for a fixed price — cheaper than flagging a meter. Local tuk-tuks charge around 80 THB for the same route.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) → Kudos Parc Hotel, Chon Buri
💡 Book at the official taxi counter on Level 1 (arrivals) to avoid touts. Meter plus airport surcharge — ask for the expressway route to save time.
About Chon Buri
Wikipedia ↗
Chonburi (Thai: ชลบุรี, RTGS: Chon Buri, IAST: jalapurī, pronounced [tɕ͡ʰōn bù.rīː] ) is the capital of Chonburi Province and, as part of the district Mueang Chonburi, the seventh-largest city in Thailand. It is about 100 km southeast of Bangkok, on the coast of the Gulf of Thailand, and has an urba...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ampan Resort?
Request a top-floor room at the front (facing the main road) for the best natural light and a view over the car park towards the distant hills. The third floor is quietest because the lift is used less and there is no foot traffic above.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ampan Resort?
Avoid rooms directly beside the lift on any floor – the single lift can be noisy, especially at check-in/out times. Also avoid ground-floor rooms facing the car park (other than the accessible room) because they pick up engine noise and headlights from early departures.
Is Ampan Resort noisy?
Main noise sources: the front road (motorbikes and occasional heavy trucks from Bangsaen direction), the single lift on all floors (especially during busy hours), and the pool/restaurant area at ground level until around 10pm. The car park can cause early-morning engine noise from 6am.
Which rooms have the best views at Ampan Resort?
From the front-facing rooms on the second or third floor: a view over the open car park and beyond to low-rise suburban Pattaya and green hills. Side and rear rooms look onto neighbouring buildings or the pool area – less interesting but still open.
What are insider tips for staying at Ampan Resort?
Park in the far corner of the on-site lot if you prefer less risk of door dings – spaces are unmarked. If driving, bring your own Wi-Fi dongle for a second device, as the one-login-per-room limit is strict. Breakfast is served from 7am, so request a ground-floor room if you want quick access to the dining area.
What time is check-in at Ampan Resort?
Check-in at Ampan Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ampan Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed ~15 Mbps. One login per room (no simultaneous devices). No paid tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ampan Resort?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Ampan Resort?
Rice with grilled pork or chicken from a local food stall, 40-50 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ampan Resort?
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 10-20 baht per ride; from Suvarnabhumi Airport, take a bus to Pattaya (around 130 baht) then a local songthaew.
When is the best time to visit Chon Buri?
November to February: Dry, cool (25–30°C), low humidity, clear sea. Beaches are pleasant, festivals happen (Loy Krathong in Nov), and crowds are moderate outside Christmas.
Top Attractions in Chon Buri
💡 Arrive by 09:00 to catch the morning tiger show before crowds. Bring water—drinks inside are overpriced. The crocodile show is included in the free entry.
💡 Visit before 19:00 to avoid crowds and see the strip come alive. Street food here is double the local price—eat on side sois for better value.
💡 Go late afternoon to avoid heat and catch sunset over the bay. Bring small coins for donation boxes and keep bags zipped—monkeys grab loose items.
💡 Hire a bicycle from shops near the pier for 40 baht per hour. The nearby Bangsaen Weekend Market (Sat-Sun) offers cheap grilled seafood starting at 30 baht.
💡 Rent a bicycle at the main gate (50 baht) to cover the 8km loop. Buy bags of carrots or bananas from vendors outside the zoo for 20 baht to feed the giraffes legally.