Your stay — De Mandarin Nova Express
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The Property — De Mandarin Nova Express
De Mandarin Nova Express has a sleek, no-fuss lobby with polished concrete floors and a glowing neon sign—focused on efficiency and comfort for budget-conscious travellers. Rooms are compact but clean, with strong air-con and fast WiFi, ideal for a one-night stopover between Bangkok and Pattaya. The USPs are the 24-hour reception and a decent free breakfast (toast, eggs, instant coffee) served in a bright canteen. It suits independent visitors who value price and location over personality or luxury.
Chronicles of Chon Buri
Chon Buri city, capital of the province, grew as a coastal trading port and fishing hub. Its modern identity was shaped by the 1980s industrial boom, when the Eastern Seaboard development turned it into a logistics and manufacturing centre. The old town retains a few shophouses and a Chinese shrine from the early 20th century, but most architecture today is functional and mid-rise. Culturally, it lives in the shadow of nearby Pattaya, yet locals pride themselves on the seafood markets and the annual Buffalo Racing Festival. The skyline is defined by factory chimneys, condominium towers and the distant Gulf of Thailand.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chon Buri guide →Best months
December and January: dry, sunny days with highs around 30°C, cool evenings and low humidity—perfect for exploring Chon Buri's markets without getting drenched. November also offers similar weather and smaller visitor numbers.
Peak / festival surge
April (Songkran water festival) and late December (New Year holidays). Hotels, including De Mandarin Nova, often double their rates and sell out two weeks ahead. The 10-day Buffalo Racing Festival in early October also brings day-trippers from Bangkok, pushing occupancy up.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: still warm (32°C) but monsoon showers limit outdoor plans, so room rates drop by 30–40% and the streets are quiet. You'll find good deals if you don't mind sudden rain.
Weather & packing
Chon Buri's climate quirk is the surprise afternoon downpour even in 'dry' months, so always carry a light rain jacket or foldable umbrella between May and October. Pack cotton or linen clothing, strong insect repellent, and slip-on shoes—sandals are fine but can get muddy.
Live City Briefing — Chon Buri
- The new dual-track railway from Bangkok to Chon Buri (part of the Eastern High‑Speed Rail project) is undergoing trial runs; expect partial station closures at Chon Buri rail station until August 2026, with shuttle buses replacing trains on some routes.
- A major seafood night market has opened on Sukhumvit Road near the Bang Saen turn-off, operating daily from 4pm — try the grilled squid and pad thai; it's drawing big crowds but is still cheaper than Pattaya's walking street.
- Water rationing is in effect across Chon Buri province until September 2026 due to low reservoir levels; hotels advise guests to reuse towels and limit shower time, and some local eateries have switched to bottled water for cooking.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to De Mandarin Nova Express, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th floor) for a quieter stay, as the main entrance and lift are located at the ground floor, which may generate some noise from the street, especially from Sukhumvit Road. Additionally, the hotel's open-air parking area is also located near the main entrance, so rooms on higher floors may experience less disturbance from cars and people.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, as it serves all four floors and may cause some noise disturbance, especially if you're a light sleeper. Furthermore, the nearest public car park is 500 m north at the temple lot, which may generate some noise from the temple activities, so rooms on the ground floor or near the main entrance may be more prone to this noise.
Best views
Unfortunately, there are no specific views to request, as the hotel's location on Sukhumvit Road in Chon Buri doesn't offer any notable scenic views. However, rooms on higher floors may have a view of the surrounding buildings or the street.
Quietest floors
2nd floor
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that the hotel's open-air parking area and the nearby temple lot may generate some noise, especially during peak hours or special events. Additionally, the hotel's location on a main road may make it prone to some street noise.
Insider tips
Consider arriving early to secure a parking spot in the hotel's open-air parking area, as it's first-come first-served and limited to about 20 cars. If you have time, try to check-in during off-peak hours (e.g., late afternoon or early morning) to avoid long queues and make the most of your time at the hotel.
- 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 — De Mandarin Nova Express
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas; speed adequate for browsing and email; requires room number and surname login; no premium tier.
One lift serves all four guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical papers; property is a modern low-rise built in 2018, no heritage quirks.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 free, after that 200 THB per hour until 18:00, otherwise one extra night charged.
Free storage at front desk during your stay and on day of check-out; after checkout, for same-day collection only.
Step-free access at main entrance; lift fits a wheelchair; no special adapted rooms; no grab rails in standard bathrooms.
Free on-site open-air parking for about 20 cars, first-come first-served; nearest public car park is 500 m north at the temple lot, free but insecure; no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for this rate; a refundable incidental deposit of 1,000 THB is taken at check-in via card imprint or cash.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: คริสตจักรพัทยา (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
- Mosque: มัสยิดดารุ้ลอิบาดะห์ เมืองพัทยา (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
- Church: โบสถ์เซนต์นิโคลัส (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Central Pattaya — 735 m · ~9 min walk
Teddy Bear Museum — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Alcazar Cabaret Show — 771 m · ~10 min walk
Fun Ball Family — 785 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 258 m · ~3 min walk
พัทยากลางฟาร์มาซี — 209 m · ~3 min walk
7-Eleven — 159 m · ~2 min walk
AirASIA(from pattaya to utapao) — 726 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange counters which give poor rates and charge high fees.
Credit cards work in malls, hotels and major restaurants; street stalls, small shops and taxis are cash-only. Contactless is rare outside chains.
Not expected or routine; round up taxi fares or leave small change (20-50 baht) for hotel cleaning staff or exceptional service—never in restaurants with service charge.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee or espresso from street carts or 7-Eleven: 30-50 baht.
Rice-and-curry plate or noodle soup from a market stall or shophouse: 50-80 baht.
Pad Thai or stir-fry with rice at a simple local restaurant: 60-100 baht per main.
Night markets (Chon Buri town market, Pattaya night bazaars) or roadside stalls near temples; individual dishes 30-80 baht.
Tesco Lotus, Big C, and Makro are the main chains; local fresh markets are cheaper for produce and meat.
Central Chon Buri or Pattaya markets (e.g. Naklua market); cheap t-shirts, shorts and sandals for 150-400 baht.
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) routes cost 10-20 baht per ride; no day pass. From Bangkok’s Ekkamai bus terminal, a minibus to Chon Buri is ~120 baht.
Eat at local food courts in malls or markets—cheaper and reliable. Use ATMs inside banks to avoid skimming. Drink tap water only if boiled; buy large bottled water at 7-Eleven (15 baht).
Good to know — Chon Buri
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.57 · 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 De Mandarin Nova Express
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 258 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · พัทยากลางฟาร์มาซี — 209 m · ~3 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 De Mandarin Nova Express?
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th floor) for a quieter stay, as the main entrance and lift are located at the ground floor, which may generate some noise from the street, especially from Sukhumvit Road. Additionally, the hotel's open-air parking area is also located near the main entrance, so rooms on higher floors may experience less disturbance from cars and people.
Which rooms should I avoid at De Mandarin Nova Express?
Avoid rooms near the lift, as it serves all four floors and may cause some noise disturbance, especially if you're a light sleeper. Furthermore, the nearest public car park is 500 m north at the temple lot, which may generate some noise from the temple activities, so rooms on the ground floor or near the main entrance may be more prone to this noise.
Is De Mandarin Nova Express noisy?
Be aware that the hotel's open-air parking area and the nearby temple lot may generate some noise, especially during peak hours or special events. Additionally, the hotel's location on a main road may make it prone to some street noise.
Which rooms have the best views at De Mandarin Nova Express?
Unfortunately, there are no specific views to request, as the hotel's location on Sukhumvit Road in Chon Buri doesn't offer any notable scenic views. However, rooms on higher floors may have a view of the surrounding buildings or the street.
What are insider tips for staying at De Mandarin Nova Express?
Consider arriving early to secure a parking spot in the hotel's open-air parking area, as it's first-come first-served and limited to about 20 cars. If you have time, try to check-in during off-peak hours (e.g., late afternoon or early morning) to avoid long queues and make the most of your time at the hotel.
What time is check-in at De Mandarin Nova Express?
Check-in at De Mandarin Nova Express is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does De Mandarin Nova Express have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas; speed adequate for browsing and email; requires room number and surname login; no premium tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at De Mandarin Nova Express?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near De Mandarin Nova Express?
Rice-and-curry plate or noodle soup from a market stall or shophouse: 50-80 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from De Mandarin Nova Express?
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) routes cost 10-20 baht per ride; no day pass. From Bangkok’s Ekkamai bus terminal, a minibus to Chon Buri is ~120 baht.
When is the best time to visit Chon Buri?
December and January: dry, sunny days with highs around 30°C, cool evenings and low humidity—perfect for exploring Chon Buri's markets without getting drenched. November also offers similar weather and smaller visitor numbers.
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.