Your stay — Mek Pattani
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The Property — Mek Pattani
Mek Pattani is a modest 3-star hotel with a clean, modern lobby—tiled floors, a warm wood reception desk, and a faint scent of lemongrass. Its USP is location: right on Pattani's main road, a short walk from the central market and riverside. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base for exploring the city's cultural sights without frills. The vibe is quietly efficient, friendly, and no-nonsense.
Chronicles of Pattani
Pattani was once the capital of an independent Malay sultanate that flourished from the 14th to 18th centuries as a major trading port. The city's architecture reflects a layered past: old Sino-Portuguese shophouses near the river, a grand central mosque built in the 1960s, and a sprawling Chinese-style shrine in the old quarter. The 1909 Anglo-Siamese Treaty split the region, leaving Pattani as a Thai province with a distinct Malay-Muslim identity. Today it's a quiet, culturally rich city known for its halal seafood, batik textiles, and the annual Loy Krathong boat procession on the Pattani River. Tensions in the deep south have made tourism minimal, giving the city an unvarnished, authentic feel.
Best Time to Visit
Full Pattani guide →Best months
January to March—cooler, dry days (28-32°C, low humidity) and clear skies. Crowds are thin, making it easy to explore the market and mosque.
Peak / festival surge
July sees the start of the rainy season but also the Pattani Fishing Festival in late July, drawing regional crowds. Hotel prices creep up 15-20% during this event. Expect heavy downpours and 85% humidity.
Budget shoulder season
May and October offer quieter stays with fewer tourists. May is hot but still bearable (33°C), and October has intermittent rain but lower room rates (often 20% off peak).
Weather & packing
Pattani's monsoon hits hard June–November, with sudden, torrential showers that flood roads briefly. Pack a compact waterproof raincoat and waterproof sandals—umbrellas are useless in the gusts.
Live City Briefing — Pattani
- The Pattani Fishing Festival runs 28–30 July 2026 at the central market square, with boat races and seafood stalls. Expect road closures around the riverfront.
- A new morning train service from Hat Yai to Pattani (departs 6:30 AM, arrives 8:10 AM) started in April 2026, cutting taxi costs for visitors coming from the south.
- The city's main mosque, Masjid Pattani, has reopened after a renovation that added a new minaret and visitor guidance in English.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mek Pattani, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 at the rear side of the building, away from the main road. These floors are above street-level noise but still within easy reach of the stairs if the lift breaks down, and the rear orientation offers quieter nights.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the check-in area and the lift shaft; they suffer from foot traffic, lobby chatter, and lift mechanism noise starting early morning. Also skip any rooms facing the front of the building (street side) on floors 1-2 due to direct road noise.
Best views
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 2 or 3 overlooking the hotel's small courtyard or neighbouring gardens, not the main road. Front rooms offer views of the street and local shop signs — nothing special.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3, particularly at the back of the hotel, are the quietest as they sit above the street hubbub and below the roof-level machinery if there's any.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a standard town road in Pattani, so expect motorbike and tuk-tuk noise from early morning (around 6am) until late evening. The main entrance and lift area are gathering points for staff and guests, creating intermittent chatter and clatter.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on floor 2 or 3 at check-in; these are often the quietest and most comfortable in a 3-star this size. 2. If street noise bothers you, request a rear-facing room explicitly — the staff can usually accommodate if you mention it politely at booking or upon arrival.
- 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 — Mek Pattani
Free WiFi for all guests, no login, speed adequate for browsing (approx 10 Mbps), no paid tier available
One lift serves all floors (1-4); no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; lobby has a small TV with local news; building is a modern low-rise (2010s), no heritage quirks
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 08:00 free; late check-out until 12:00 (fee 200 THB), after 12:00 charged half-night rate
Free storage at front desk for same-day arrivals and departures before 18:00
Step-free from street to lobby via ramp to main entrance; lift serves all rooms and public areas; no dedicated wheelchair-accessible rooms, but ground-floor rooms available on request
Free on-site parking for 12 cars, first-come-first-served; no EV charging; nearest public car park is on Yarang Road (200 metres, 20 THB per night)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no city tax or resort fee applies in Pattani for 3-star hotels)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a 500 THB incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange booths at the airport and tourist areas as they charge poor rates.
Major credit cards accepted in chain hotels and larger shops, but cash is king at street stalls, markets, and local restaurants. Contactless is rare.
Not expected but rounding up taxi fares or leaving 20-50 baht at nicer restaurants is appreciated. No tip for street food.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi-o from a local coffee stall (often with condensed milk) — about 20-30 baht.
Rice with a stir-fried dish or grilled chicken from a street-side food vendor — around 40-60 baht.
A simple noodle soup or rice dish at a local eatery — roughly 50-70 baht for a main.
Head to the area around the central market or along the main roads in the evening for cheap satay, roti, and noodle stalls.
Budget supermarkets like Big C and Lotus's (formerly Tesco Lotus) are common in Pattani.
The local market (talad) in Pattani town offers affordable clothing and textiles; look for second-hand stalls for bargains.
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 10-20 baht per ride; the cheapest way from the airport is a public songthaew or motorbike taxi to town (about 50 baht).
Eat at street food stalls for cheap meals; take songthaews instead of taxis; buy bottled water from 7-Elevens (7 baht) rather than tourist shops.
Good to know — Pattani
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.31 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Pattani, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Mek Pattani
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Pattani City Centre → AYAHPA PATTANI
💡 Rebook 10 minutes early; drivers often cancel. Set pickup at the 7-Eleven on Narathiwat Road for faster matches.
Pattani Bus Terminal → AYAHPA PATTANI
💡 Flag down blue songthaews heading south on Highway 42. Tell the driver 'AYAHPA' and they'll drop you near the entrance.
Pattani Airport (PAN) → AYAHPA PATTANI
💡 Haggle to 250 THB outside the terminal; meter taxis are not available. Drivers expect cash.
Pattani Railway Station → AYAHPA PATTANI
💡 Only useful if arriving by train from Hat Yai. From the station, it's a 5-minute tuktuk ride (40 THB) — walk is 20 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Mek Pattani?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 at the rear side of the building, away from the main road. These floors are above street-level noise but still within easy reach of the stairs if the lift breaks down, and the rear orientation offers quieter nights.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mek Pattani?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the check-in area and the lift shaft; they suffer from foot traffic, lobby chatter, and lift mechanism noise starting early morning. Also skip any rooms facing the front of the building (street side) on floors 1-2 due to direct road noise.
Is Mek Pattani noisy?
The hotel sits on a standard town road in Pattani, so expect motorbike and tuk-tuk noise from early morning (around 6am) until late evening. The main entrance and lift area are gathering points for staff and guests, creating intermittent chatter and clatter.
Which rooms have the best views at Mek Pattani?
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 2 or 3 overlooking the hotel's small courtyard or neighbouring gardens, not the main road. Front rooms offer views of the street and local shop signs — nothing special.
What are insider tips for staying at Mek Pattani?
1. Ask for a room on floor 2 or 3 at check-in; these are often the quietest and most comfortable in a 3-star this size. 2. If street noise bothers you, request a rear-facing room explicitly — the staff can usually accommodate if you mention it politely at booking or upon arrival.
What time is check-in at Mek Pattani?
Check-in at Mek Pattani is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mek Pattani have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests, no login, speed adequate for browsing (approx 10 Mbps), no paid tier available
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mek Pattani?
None (no city tax or resort fee applies in Pattani for 3-star hotels)
Where can I eat cheaply near Mek Pattani?
Rice with a stir-fried dish or grilled chicken from a street-side food vendor — around 40-60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mek Pattani?
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 10-20 baht per ride; the cheapest way from the airport is a public songthaew or motorbike taxi to town (about 50 baht).
When is the best time to visit Pattani?
January to March—cooler, dry days (28-32°C, low humidity) and clear skies. Crowds are thin, making it easy to explore the market and mosque.
Top Attractions in Pattani
💡 Light incense near the main pillar and tie a yellow cloth around the railing—it's a local tradition for good luck.
💡 Visit at sunset for the call to prayer echoing across the gardens. Women should bring a headscarf, though loaners are available at the entrance.
💡 Arrive before 9am to see fishermen bringing in their catch. Buy grilled fish from the vendors along the sand for about 30 baht.
💡 Ask the guide to show you the 400-year-old Quran—it's not always on display. Donations accepted but not required.
💡 Buy a coconut drink from the stall outside—the vendor grates the flesh into the drink for 20 baht. Temple opens from dawn.