Your stay — Baan Jaruk
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The Property — Baan Jaruk
Baan Jaruk is a small, family-run hotel on a quiet soi off Pattaya’s main strip. The lobby feels like a neighbour’s living room – tiled floors, a wooden reception desk, and a few potted plants. Rooms are clean but basic, with air-con and tiled bathrooms. It suits budget travellers who want a safe, no-frills base close to the beach and nightlife, not a resort experience.
Chronicles of Chon Buri
Chon Buri city grew as a trading port during the Ayutthaya period, exporting salt and dried fish. The provincial capital was formally established in the early 20th century, but the real transformation came after the Vietnam War, when Pattaya – part of Chon Buri – expanded from a fishing village into a mass-tourism beach destination. Today, the province mixes industrial estates, shrimp farms, and unchecked hotel development along the coast. Its cultural identity remains rooted in local seafood markets and the annual Buffalo Racing Festival, far from Pattaya’s neon strip.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chon Buri guide →Best months
December and January: low humidity, clear skies, and daily highs around 30°C; crowds are manageable outside Pattaya’s main tourist zones.
Peak / festival surge
April (Songkran) sees the highest hotel prices in Pattaya, often 50% above winter rates, driven by the Thai New Year water festival and domestic tourism. Baan Jaruk’s rates rise but remain under 1,000 baht.
Budget shoulder season
May to June offer the best discounts – rooms at Baan Jaruk can drop 30% off peak rates, with occasional afternoon rain showers that clear quickly and fewer international tourists.
Weather & packing
July is the wet season’s heart; expect daily tropical downpours, often in late afternoon. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and quick-dry sandals – closed shoes will stay damp for days.
Live City Briefing — Chon Buri
- The new Pattaya Monorail (Phase 1) began trial runs in early 2026, linking South Pattaya to Jomtien Beach; full service for tourists is expected by late 2026, but construction may cause detours around Sukhumvit Road.
- The Chon Buri Salt Field Conservation Area, a 20-minute drive from central Pattaya, opened a new boardwalk and observation tower in June 2026 – a quiet alternative to beach crowds.
- Seasonal note: July sees the start of the annual Buffalo Racing Festival in Chon Buri city (planned for early August 2026); book accommodation in advance if you intend to attend, as hotel occupancy spikes locally.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Baan Jaruk, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to escape street-level bustle and low enough for reliable lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor facing the street. Ground-floor rooms suffer from traffic noise and foot traffic from the lobby; 2nd floor is too low to block road sound.
Best views
Courtyard or rear-facing rooms offer a view of the local rooftops and greenery typical of Chon Buri, not the main road. No sea or landmark views at this 3-star address.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 6 are generally quietest — elevated above street noise but still within easy lift reach.
🔊 Noise notes
Chon Buri's main roads carry heavy scooter and truck traffic from early morning (6am) until late evening. The lift doors are audible from adjacent rooms on floors 2-3. Avoid rooms near the service stairwell.
Insider tips
1. Parking at Baan Jaruk is limited; arrive before 6pm to secure a spot. 2. Request a room on a high floor when booking — they often assign lower floors to walk-ins.
- 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 — Baan Jaruk
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby, speed around 20 Mbps, no login required but device limit of 2 per room.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to Bangkok Post via QR code in lobby; no physical papers.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00. Check-out by 12:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs 300 THB, subject to availability.
Free for day-before or day-of check-out. Not available for long-term storage.
Step-free entry via ramp at front door; lift access to all floors; no specially adapted rooms.
Free on-site parking for about 15 cars, first-come-first-served; no EV charging. Nearest public car park is 300 m away at Big C, 20 THB per hour or 100 THB overnight.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking via credit card; a 500 THB cash deposit for incidentals is held at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: มัสยิด ตออะติ้ลละห์ (763 m · ~10 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดชัยมงคล (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
- Gurdwara: Gurdware Sri Guru Singh Sabha (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
ห้างแฟร์ริท — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Ripley's Believe it or not — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
D'Luck Cinematic Theatre — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 202 m · ~3 min walk
สาโรช ฟาร์มาซี — 840 m · ~11 min walk
FamilyMart — 198 m · ~2 min walk
Mini Van a Hua Hin — 887 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or other exchange booths in town for better rates, avoid airport counters and hotel desks which charge poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in malls and major shops, but many street stalls and taxis require cash; contactless is common but not universal.
Not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave 20–50 THB at restaurants, and 20–100 THB for hotel staff if they help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee from street carts costs around 30–40 THB.
Pad Thai or fried rice from a food stall runs about 50–70 THB.
A simple noodle soup or stir-fry dish at a local eatery costs 60–100 THB for a main.
The Pattaya Beach Road night market and Soi Buakhao area are typical for cheap eats.
Tesco Lotus, Big C, and Makro are common budget supermarket chains.
Pattaya Floating Market or the local weekend market at Thepprasit sell affordable clothes.
Songthaews (shared pickup trucks) cost 10–20 THB per ride; the cheapest airport option is the Bell Travel bus from Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya for around 130 THB.
Eat at street stalls or food courts in malls rather than restaurants; use shared songthaews instead of taxis; buy water and snacks at 7-Eleven rather than tourist spots.
Good to know — Chon Buri
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.7 · 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 Baan Jaruk
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 202 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · สาโรช ฟาร์มาซี — 840 m · ~11 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 Baan Jaruk?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to escape street-level bustle and low enough for reliable lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Baan Jaruk?
Steer clear of rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor facing the street. Ground-floor rooms suffer from traffic noise and foot traffic from the lobby; 2nd floor is too low to block road sound.
Is Baan Jaruk noisy?
Chon Buri's main roads carry heavy scooter and truck traffic from early morning (6am) until late evening. The lift doors are audible from adjacent rooms on floors 2-3. Avoid rooms near the service stairwell.
Which rooms have the best views at Baan Jaruk?
Courtyard or rear-facing rooms offer a view of the local rooftops and greenery typical of Chon Buri, not the main road. No sea or landmark views at this 3-star address.
What are insider tips for staying at Baan Jaruk?
1. Parking at Baan Jaruk is limited; arrive before 6pm to secure a spot. 2. Request a room on a high floor when booking — they often assign lower floors to walk-ins.
What time is check-in at Baan Jaruk?
Check-in at Baan Jaruk is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Baan Jaruk have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby, speed around 20 Mbps, no login required but device limit of 2 per room.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Baan Jaruk?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Baan Jaruk?
Pad Thai or fried rice from a food stall runs about 50–70 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Baan Jaruk?
Songthaews (shared pickup trucks) cost 10–20 THB per ride; the cheapest airport option is the Bell Travel bus from Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya for around 130 THB.
When is the best time to visit Chon Buri?
December and January: low humidity, clear skies, and daily highs around 30°C; crowds are manageable outside Pattaya’s main tourist zones.
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.