Pattaya Beach

Koh Lipe, Thailand

The liveliest area with plenty of beachfront hotels, restaurants and easy access to Walking Street.

Places in Pattaya Beach

Thai Pancake Lady A popular breakfast spot offering a huge variety of pancakes, from fruit-based to Nutella-filled.

Best time to visit: November to April offers the calmest seas and driest weather for Koh Lipe's beaches and kayaking.
Getting around: The island is walkable, with restaurants, cafés, and small shops close together; Pattaya Beach is the liveliest area near Walking Street, while Sunrise Beach offers a quieter, more upscale resort setting.
Currency: Thai Baht (฿)
Language: Thai; Urak Lawoi is spoken by the sea-gypsy community.
Timezone: ICT (UTC+7)
Current trends: Koh Lipe's hospitality scene continues to lean into its 'Maldives of Thailand' reputation, with Idyllic Concept Resort's infinity pool on Sunrise Beach and Bundhaya Villas' private pool villas reflecting a shift toward upscale boutique resorts, while Pattaya Beach's Walking Street keeps the island's lively, walkable backpacker character intact.

Sunrise Beach — Home to Idyllic Concept Resort, offering luxurious rooms, beachfront, an infinity pool, and a gourmet restaurant.
Walking Street district — Near Castaway Resort's beachfront villas, home to the island's main walkable dining and shopping strip.