Spot Stays: Wake Up to Sweeping Views of Pattaya Bay at This Thailand Hotel

OZO North Pattaya
240/43 Pattaya Beach Road, Naklua, Pattaya, Chonburi, 20150 Thailand
Rates start at THB 3,202 (P5,360).

At a Glance
Rooms: Boast sweeping city or bay views from a private balcony
Food and drink: Satisfying breakfast buffet; and an extensive menu for à la carte dining, alcoholic beverages, and refreshments
Staff: Friendly and accommodating
Why you should stay: Affordable yet chic and modern rooms; value-for-money breakfast buffet; and location within walking distance from Pattaya Bay and a huge mall

(SPOT.ph) Pattaya has steadily improved its reputation over the years. From being Thailand’s sin city, it’s now a family-friendly destination that has much in store for all kinds of travelers. It also has a vibrant expat community, making this beach destination more cosmopolitan than ever.  

With this, more and more visitors are drawn to visit this city that’s famous for its sparkling beaches and energetic nightlife. This means you won’t be hard-pressed to find accommodation across a wide spectrum of rates. Whether you’re a backpacker or a business traveler, traveling solo or with your family, there’s sure to be a place that’s perfect for your stay.  

Now, if you’re a traveler of a more discerning type yet also want bang for your buck, you might want to consider staying at OZO North Pattaya. Opened only in 2020, the hotel is still very much brand spankin' new, with rooms that aren’t only pristine but also afford guests some of the best views of the city and the beach.

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What to Know About this Pattaya Hotel 

Despite catering to travelers on a mid-range budget, you’d be surprised at how OZO North Pattaya exceeds expectations by delivering a luxurious stay at affordable price points. Rates can go as low as THB 3,202.  

The hotel has six types of accommodations. The smallest and most affordable is the Superior room, which is ideal for two adults and one child. The Deluxe Ocean View room is as big as the Superior room, but instead of a city view, guests can see Pattaya Bay from their private balcony. It also comes with a comfy day bed. 

The Superior Family room is ideal for families with two adults and two kids. The room comes with a king-size bed and bunk beds in the second room. The private balcony has a city view. 

The Superior Two Bedroom is more spacious and fits four adults and two children. It’s furnished with a king-size bed in the main bedroom, twin beds for the kids in the second bedroom, and a flat-screen TV in both bedrooms. The whole family can enjoy a view of the city from the private balcony. 

The Deluxe Two Bedroom has all the features and is of the same size as the Superior Two Bedroom. The only difference lies in that the private balcony affords guests a breathtaking view of Pattaya Bay. 

The One-Bedroom Suite has a separate living area and bedroom and a private balcony that gives a sweeping view of the bustling city. It can accommodate two adults and two children. 

All rooms come with free WiFi, OZO’s signature snooze-inducing beds, blackout curtains, a glass-enclosed shower, a multimedia connectivity panel, tea and coffee-making facilities, and their own private balcony. 

What to Do 

OZO North Pattaya is only about a five-minute walk to Pattaya Beach where you can lazily lounge about and swim to your heart’s desire the entire day. The three-kilometer beachfront area is also known for its smattering of restaurants, bars, and cafés, which only means that you won’t run out of things to do or eat. 

If you’ve grown quite tired of the sun and sand, you can just take a relaxing dip or lie down in one of the loungers at OZO North Pattaya’s swimming pool. The hotel also has Big Chill, a section where guests can work, chill out (as the name not-so-subtly implies), and play pool. 

Those worried about the extra calories they’ve gained while traveling can burn all those away at the hotel’s 24-hour fitness center. Located on the third floor, it’s packed with cardio and strengthening equipment for all you fitness buffs. 

Shopaholics will be happy to know that OZO North Pattaya is a mere two- to three-minute walk from Terminal 21, one of Pattaya’s biggest malls, and about a five-minute walk to the slightly smaller Central Marina. These shopping centers are surrounded by a number of restos, bars, and stalls selling Thai street food, clothes, and souvenir items. 

Where to Eat 

OZO North Pattaya’s in-house restaurant EAT is truly a delightful place to well, eat! We enjoyed the buffet breakfast which is a feast both for the eyes and the tummy. There are many dishes to choose from that if you’re staying for more than a night, you can schedule one cuisine a day. Maybe you can have a continental brekky of sausages, bacon, and omelets on your first day, traditional Thai on your second, and Indian on your third. Don’t skip the Egg Station and Noodle Section for your choices of omelet and noodle soup, respectively.

For à la carte, EAT offers a wide range of Thai and international dishes. For appetizers, they have choices as varied as Southeast Asian fave chicken satay (THB 250) and Mexican staple chicken tacos (THB 320). They have quite a number of salads on their menu from Vietnamese spring rolls (THB 240) to classic Caesar salad (THB 250). 

Their Italian menu is pretty extensive with pasta dishes such as black ink spaghetti with mushroom sauce and beef Bolognese (both at THB 270), and pizzas such as all-time favorites Margherita (THB 300) and Hawaiian (THB 320).

For your main course, you can go Western or Asian with choices such as grilled beef sirloin (THB 640), pork tonkatsu burger (THB 350), pad thai (THB 270), and pineapple fried rice with chicken satay (THB 290).  

About a 10-minute walk away from OZO North Pattaya, just in front of its sister hotel Amari and directly in front of the beach, is the equally delightful Prego Pattaya. One of Thailand’s best Italian restaurants, it has a Tuscan-inspired menu curated by chef and owner Marco Boscaini.  

You should not miss any of their brick-oven pizzas (from THB 290 to THB 390), antipasto (THB 690), spaghetti Aglio olio (THB 290/small, THB 340/regular), filetto di manzo or grilled Australian beef tenderloin (THB 990), and gelati or homemade ice cream (THB 90). 

Don’t leave the restaurant without trying out any of their risottos, considered among the best in the world. We tried their risotto con luganiga or risotto with Italian sausages (THB 390/small, THB 440/large) and it was divine. 

How to Get There 

AirAsia flies from Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport 11 times a week—every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday. 

From Bangkok, you can take a train to Pattaya from Hua Lamphong station (from THB 31, four hours). You can also take a bus from the city’s Eastern Bus Terminal (from THB 108, two hours), Northern Bus Terminal at Mo Chit (THB 117, 2.5 hours), or Southern Bus Terminal (from THB 119, 2.5 hours). You can likewise take a minivan at any of the said terminals (from THB 150 to THB 160, 2.5 hours). 

OZO North Pattaya is at 240/43 Pattaya Beach Road, Naklua, Pattaya, Chonburi, 20150 Thailand. Rates start at THB 3,202 (P5,360). For more information, visit OZO North Pattaya's website.