Your stay — Blue Whale
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The Property — Blue Whale
The Blue Whale is a no-frills 3-star hotel on Pattaya's Beach Road, with a straightforward concrete facade and a lobby that smells faintly of sunblock and cleaning fluid. Its USP is location: you step out onto the strip of sand and bars, and the price stays low. It suits independent travellers who want to crash near the action without paying for extra polish.
Chronicles of Chon Buri
Chon Buri city, once a quiet fishing port, grew rapidly after the US military built a deep-sea port and airbase here in the 1960s. The province's coastal strip transformed into Pattaya, a resort town that became notorious for its sex tourism during the Vietnam War era. Modern Pattaya has diversified: shopping malls, water parks and family-friendly hotels now cluster along the coastline. Yet older fishing villages and salt farms still dot the coast, and the centre retains a raw, unpretentious energy. The province's cultural identity remains tied to seafood, fruit (the durian is famous) and a pragmatic embrace of mass tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chon Buri guide →Best months
Late November to February: the monsoon has passed, humidity drops and sea breezes cool the beach. Crowds are manageable except around Christmas and New Year, and hotel rates are moderate.
Peak / festival surge
December and January are the busiest, driven by European and domestic tourists escaping colder weather. Hotel prices can double, and Pattaya's Walking Street and beachfront fill with revellers. The International Fireworks Festival in November also spikes demand.
Budget shoulder season
March to May: the heat is real (35°C+), but room rates drop 30-50% and the beaches are emptier. Rain is rare, and early mornings or late afternoons remain pleasant for swimming.
Weather & packing
July is the middle of the wet season, with short, heavy downpours most afternoons. Pack a light rain jacket or umbrella, and bring quick-dry sandals — flip-flops get slick on wet tiles.
Live City Briefing — Chon Buri
- The new U-Tapao-Rayong-Pattaya expressway opened in late 2025, cutting bus travel from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya to under 90 minutes.
- A major beach restoration project is ongoing in central Pattaya: sections of sand near Walking Street are closed to sunbathers, but the sea remains swimmable.
- The annual Pattaya Music Festival (late July 2026) will close Beach Road on weekend evenings; expect heavy traffic and extra street food stalls.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Blue Whale, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (above the 5th floor) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may be more prone to street noise from Chon Buri's busy roads. Additionally, rooms facing away from the main road (in the rear of the hotel) will have less noise disturbance.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or lift area, as they may experience noise from staff movement and elevator usage.
Best views
Unfortunately, the address does not provide specific information about the hotel's layout or orientation, but rooms on higher floors may offer a better view of the surrounding area.
Quietest floors
5th floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Chon Buri's busy roads and traffic may generate noise, especially on lower floors.
Insider tips
Check-in at the hotel's designated check-in area, which is separate from the main reception. This will help avoid any potential congestion or noise from the main lobby. Also, consider requesting a room with a balcony, as this may provide a pleasant outdoor space to relax.
- 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 — Blue Whale
free, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
complimentary PressReader digital newsstand, physical papers available upon request
14:00-02:00, early bag-drop from 12:00, late check-out until 15:00 for 200 THB per hour
available 24/7 for 100 THB per item per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries, some rooms adapted for guests with disabilities
onsite parking available for 200 THB per night, nearest public car park 500 THB per day, no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 20 THB per person per night
Deposit & card hold: 500 THB advance deposit, 1,000 THB incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Grandfather Naga, The King of Thappraya Shrine (367 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: คริสตจักรพัทยา (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
The Bay — 174 m · ~2 min walk
Teddy Bear Museum — 620 m · ~8 min walk
Alcazar Cabaret Show — 581 m · ~7 min walk
Fun Ball Family — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bangkok Bank — 65 m · ~1 min walk
A. A. Drugs — 58 m · ~1 min walk
Tops daily — 254 m · ~3 min walk
AirASIA(from pattaya to utapao) — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht (THB)
Change money at a local bank (Krungsri or Siam Commercial Bank) for a slightly better rate than at the airport; be wary of poor rates at tourist bureaux
Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) widely accepted at shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay less common, but increasing in major tourist areas
Tipping in Thailand is generally low; 20-50 THB for taxi drivers, 10-20 THB for restaurant staff, and 50-100 THB for hotel staff, but not expected
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →7-Eleven or local cafes for around 30-50 THB ( approx. $1 USD)
Street food stalls or markets for around 100-150 THB ($3-4 USD) for a meal
Mid-range restaurants for around 200-300 THB ($6-9 USD) for a main dish
Walking Street in Pattaya, Soi 6, and the Night Market in Jomtien are popular street food areas
Tesco Lotus, Big C, and Makro are common supermarket chains in the area
Local markets like the Pattaya Night Bazaar and Jomtien Night Market for affordable shopping
Songthaews (red trucks) for 20-50 THB ($0.60-1.50 USD) per ride or a day pass for around 100 THB ($3 USD); taxis from the airport around 150-200 THB ($4.50-6 USD)
Bargain at local markets and from vendorsAvoid exchanging money at airports or tourist areas for poor ratesUse public transportation instead of taxis for short distances
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 Blue Whale
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bangkok Bank — 65 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · A. A. Drugs — 58 m · ~1 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 Blue Whale?
Request a room on the higher floors (above the 5th floor) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may be more prone to street noise from Chon Buri's busy roads. Additionally, rooms facing away from the main road (in the rear of the hotel) will have less noise disturbance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Blue Whale?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or lift area, as they may experience noise from staff movement and elevator usage.
Is Blue Whale noisy?
Chon Buri's busy roads and traffic may generate noise, especially on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Blue Whale?
Unfortunately, the address does not provide specific information about the hotel's layout or orientation, but rooms on higher floors may offer a better view of the surrounding area.
What are insider tips for staying at Blue Whale?
Check-in at the hotel's designated check-in area, which is separate from the main reception. This will help avoid any potential congestion or noise from the main lobby. Also, consider requesting a room with a balcony, as this may provide a pleasant outdoor space to relax.
What time is check-in at Blue Whale?
Check-in at Blue Whale is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Blue Whale have Wi-Fi?
free, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Blue Whale?
20 THB per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Blue Whale?
Street food stalls or markets for around 100-150 THB ($3-4 USD) for a meal
What is the cheapest way to get around from Blue Whale?
Songthaews (red trucks) for 20-50 THB ($0.60-1.50 USD) per ride or a day pass for around 100 THB ($3 USD); taxis from the airport around 150-200 THB ($4.50-6 USD)
When is the best time to visit Chon Buri?
Late November to February: the monsoon has passed, humidity drops and sea breezes cool the beach. Crowds are manageable except around Christmas and New Year, and hotel rates are moderate.
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.