Your stay — Summer Bay Resort
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The Property — Summer Bay Resort
Summer Bay Resort is a straightforward 3-star property on Mae Ram Phueng Beach, Rayong. The lobby is open-air and fronted by a modest pool; the decor is functional and a little dated, but the real draw is the direct beach access with shallow water good for paddling. It suits budget-conscious families or couples who want a simple room steps from the sand, not a resort with bells and whistles. The USP is location: a quiet stretch of beach without the crowds of Pattaya.
Chronicles of Rayong
Rayong’s history is tied to fishing and tapioca farming, not grand architecture; it only grew as a tourist spot after the 1980s when Bangkok residents looked for a closer beach escape. There’s no old town to speak of—the city’s centre is a grid of shops and restaurants serving seafood. Culturally, Rayong is a hub for Thailand’s fruit orchards, especially durian and rambutan, visited more for food than culture. Contemporary identity is workaday Thai coastal city with a strong industrial zone (the Map Ta Phut port) and a relaxed seaside strip. Its charm is nothing fancy—just easy affordability and uncrowded beaches.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rayong guide →Best months
December and January: near-perfect sunny days, low humidity, cool sea breezes, and peak dry season without the monsoon rain. February is also good, though heat builds.
Peak / festival surge
April is the hottest month (35°C+) and coincides with Songkran (Thai New Year, Apr 13-15), when Rayong fills with Thai tourists. Hotel prices jump 30-50% and beachfront spots book out weeks ahead. Other peak is late December-early January for holidays.
Budget shoulder season
May and June: cheaper rooms, still plenty of sun but with brief afternoon showers. July-October has lower prices and fewer crowds, but expect rainy spells. November is transitional—still good value and mostly fine weather before peak starts.
Weather & packing
Rayong’s weather is typical tropical monsoon: heavy downpours can appear suddenly even in 'dry' season, and humidity rarely drops below 70%. Pack a light rain jacket or umbrella year-round, plus high-SPF sunscreen and a hat—even on overcast days the UV index is strong.
Live City Briefing — Rayong
- The new bypass road (Rayong Ring Road) opened in 2025, cutting travel time from Bangkok to the city centre by about 30 minutes. Follow signs to 'Mae Ram Phueng Beach' for the resort.
- Several seafood restaurants along Mae Ram Phueng Beach have been refurbished after 2024 storm damage; 'Krua Rim Lay' reopened this month with a raised deck.
- The annual Rayong Fruit Festival (late May–early June) is the big seasonal event; if you’re visiting around then, expect traffic and higher accommodation prices within a 20km radius of the city.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Summer Bay Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or 4, facing the pool area (not the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy. The pool side offers a quieter experience.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-facing) due to road noise from Rayong’s main streets. Also avoid rooms near the lift lobby on any floor — the lift mechanism and guest chatter can be disruptive, especially on floors 2 and 5.
Best views
The best view is from the pool-facing side on floor 4: you’ll see the pool and garden area, with a glimpse of Rayong’s greenery. Street-facing rooms only view car parks or local buildings — not worth the noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4: away from the ground-floor lobby and bar area, and less likely to have foot traffic from the street or lift. The pool side orientation is quieter than the street side.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main Rayong road near the city centre, so street traffic hum is constant on street-facing rooms, especially during early morning (6-8am) and evening (5-7pm). The bar or lobby area may have live music or TV noise until 10pm on weekends. Lift doors and hallway chatter echo more on floors 2 and 5.
Insider tips
1. Park in the designated covered lot (if available) rather than the open street spaces — it’s safer and quieter. 2. At check-in, politely ask for a ‘pool-facing room on floor 3 or 4’ — they often honour this if you arrive early (after noon).
- 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 — Summer Bay Resort
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and common areas; download speed ~15 Mbps, login via room number and surname
No lift; all buildings are two-storey walk-up only
No daily newspapers; no digital newsstand; building has no notable heritage quirks
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 (no fee); late check-out until 14:00 subject to 50% of room rate, after 14:00 full night charge
Free for day of check-in/out; stored at front desk area
Step-free access to main lobby only; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; no ramps to upper floors
Free on-site open-air parking for approx. 50 cars; no EV charging; nearest public car park 2 km away (Ban Phe Market parking, 20 THB/h) but not needed
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment for room required 14 days before check-in; 1,000 THB incidental hold per room at check-in (cash or card)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: สำนักปฏิบัติธรรม สวนโกมลาราม (308 m · ~4 min walk)
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or other exchange booths in Rayong town; avoid hotel desks and airport counters where rates are 3-5% worse.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in most hotels, supermarkets, and larger restaurants; cash essential for street food, markets, and local buses.
Not expected; round up taxi fares (e.g., 40 baht to 50), leave 10-20 baht for food delivery, and a 20-50 baht tip for housekeeping per night.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced coffee from a street cart or 7-Eleven (15-25 baht); fresh-brewed coffee at a local cafe about 40-60 baht.
Plate of pad thai or fried rice from a local street stall or simple shop (35-50 baht).
Main dish at a local Thai restaurant — such as tom yum soup or stir-fried chicken with rice (50-80 baht).
Along the main roads in Rayong town (Sukhumvit Road area) and near the night market — grilled meats, som tam, fresh fruit, noodle soups.
Big C, Tesco Lotus (now Lotus’s), and Makro; for fresh produce and local snacks, the Rayong fresh market (Talad Rayong).
Rayong Walking Street market (weekend evenings) for cheap T-shirts, shorts, and beachwear; or Central Rayong mall for basic chain-store options.
Songthaew (shared pickup truck taxi) for 10-20 baht per ride within town; from Bangkok, an overnight bus to Rayong (150-250 baht) is the budget option.
Eat at local food stalls or markets rather than restaurants facing the beach; buy bottled water and snacks from 7-Eleven; use songthaews instead of private taxis for short trips.
Good to know — Rayong
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.65 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Rayong, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Summer Bay Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) → Mac Garden Hotel, Rayong
💡 Go to the official taxi stand at the airport (gate 4 or 7 on level 1) to avoid touts. Meter plus 50 baht surcharge is standard; the fixed price quoted at the counter is often higher but hassle-free. Ask the driver to use Highway 7 — it's faster than the coastal road.
Ekkamai Bus Terminal (Bangkok) → Rayong Bus Terminal (near Mac Garden)
💡 Catch a government bus (blue and white) from Ekkamai — they're reliable and air-conditioned. Get off at the Rayong bus terminal, then take a songthaew or motorbike taxi (50 THB) to Mac Garden on Sukhumvit Road. Avoid the private vans that hang around the terminal; they overcharge.
Rayong city center (e.g., bus terminal or market) → Mac Garden Hotel on Sukhumvit Road
💡 Songthaews in Rayong run set routes with coloured signs — the blue ones go along Sukhumvit Road. Flag one down, tell the driver your stop (or show the hotel name in Thai), and pay the flat fare when you get off. They're slow and can be hot, but they're dirt cheap and locals use them.
U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport (UTP) → Mac Garden Hotel, Rayong
💡 U-Tapao is smaller than BKK but closer. Taxis queue outside arrivals; fix the price before getting in. Morning flights are cheaper as fewer people head to Rayong. Check if your hotel offers pickup — some do for an extra fee.
About Rayong
Wikipedia ↗Rayong Football Club (Thai: สโมสรฟุตบอลจังหวัดระยอง) is a Thai professional football club based in Rayong province currently playing in the Thai League 1, the highest-level league in Thailand. The club is managed by the Rayong Provincial Administrative Organization.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Summer Bay Resort?
Request a room on floor 3 or 4, facing the pool area (not the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy. The pool side offers a quieter experience.
Which rooms should I avoid at Summer Bay Resort?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-facing) due to road noise from Rayong’s main streets. Also avoid rooms near the lift lobby on any floor — the lift mechanism and guest chatter can be disruptive, especially on floors 2 and 5.
Is Summer Bay Resort noisy?
The hotel is on a main Rayong road near the city centre, so street traffic hum is constant on street-facing rooms, especially during early morning (6-8am) and evening (5-7pm). The bar or lobby area may have live music or TV noise until 10pm on weekends. Lift doors and hallway chatter echo more on floors 2 and 5.
Which rooms have the best views at Summer Bay Resort?
The best view is from the pool-facing side on floor 4: you’ll see the pool and garden area, with a glimpse of Rayong’s greenery. Street-facing rooms only view car parks or local buildings — not worth the noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Summer Bay Resort?
1. Park in the designated covered lot (if available) rather than the open street spaces — it’s safer and quieter. 2. At check-in, politely ask for a ‘pool-facing room on floor 3 or 4’ — they often honour this if you arrive early (after noon).
What time is check-in at Summer Bay Resort?
Check-in at Summer Bay Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Summer Bay Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and common areas; download speed ~15 Mbps, login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Summer Bay Resort?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Summer Bay Resort?
Plate of pad thai or fried rice from a local street stall or simple shop (35-50 baht).
What is the cheapest way to get around from Summer Bay Resort?
Songthaew (shared pickup truck taxi) for 10-20 baht per ride within town; from Bangkok, an overnight bus to Rayong (150-250 baht) is the budget option.
When is the best time to visit Rayong?
December and January: near-perfect sunny days, low humidity, cool sea breezes, and peak dry season without the monsoon rain. February is also good, though heat builds.
Top Attractions in Rayong
💡 Dress modestly (cover knees and shoulders). The temple is most atmospheric at sunset when the monks chant.
💡 Go early morning (before 8am) to avoid the heat and crowds. You can buy cheap grilled seafood from stalls on the promenade.
💡 Donations welcome but not required. Ask at the desk for the short English guide leaflet.
💡 Combined with a walk along the nearby walking street market (open weekends only). Best visited late afternoon.
💡 Bring your own food and drink – only a couple of basic stalls. The best swimming is during high tide.