Here’s a complete 5-day mid-range travel plan for Pattaya (2026) with realistic pricing, daily structure, and exact cost estimates based on current travel data.
5-Day Pattaya Travel Plan (Mid-Range – 2026)
💰 Typical Budget (Mid-Range)
- Per day: ~$70–$115 (≈ 2,500–4,000 THB)
- 5 days total: $400 – $650 per person (excluding flights)
- Hotel: ~$50–$120/night
🏨 Recommended Hotel (Mid-Range)
Stay in Central Pattaya or Jomtien for best value.
- 3–4★ hotel: $60–$100/night
- Total for 5 nights: $300–$500
📅 DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY
🏝️ Day 1 – Arrival + Beach + Night Market
Plan:
- Check-in hotel
- Relax at Pattaya Beach
- Evening: Night market + street food
Costs:
- Hotel: $70
- Food: $20
- Transport: $10
- Activities: Free
👉 Day total: ~$100
🚤 Day 2 – Koh Larn Island (Must-Do)
Plan:
- Ferry to Koh Larn (crystal-clear water)
- Beach + snorkeling + lunch
- Sunset return
Costs:
- Ferry: $1–$2 (30 THB)
- Speedboat (optional): $10–$15
- Food: $20
- Activities (snorkel, chairs): $10–$20
- Hotel: $70
👉 Day total: ~$110
🏯 Day 3 – Culture + Views
Plan:
- Visit Sanctuary of Truth (iconic wooden temple)
- Big Buddha Hill viewpoint
- Chill at café or spa
Costs:
- Entrance to Sanctuary of Truth: ~$15 (500 THB)
- Transport: $10
- Food: $25
- Massage/spa: $15–$25
- Hotel: $70
👉 Day total: ~$120
🌺 Day 4 – Nong Nooch Garden + Jomtien Beach
Plan:
- Visit Nong Nooch Tropical Garden
- Cultural shows + landscaped gardens
- Afternoon at Jomtien Beach (quieter & cleaner)
Costs:
- Entry: ~$15 (500 THB)
- Transport: $10–$15
- Food: $25
- Beach chair: $3–$6
- Hotel: $70
👉 Day total: ~$115
🌆 Day 5 – Shopping + Departure
Plan:
- Morning café + souvenir shopping
- Terminal 21 / Central Festival mall
- Departure
Costs:
- Food: $20
- Transport: $15
- Shopping: optional ($20–$50)
👉 Day total: ~$50–$100
📊 TOTAL TRIP COST (5 DAYS)
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Hotel (5 nights) | $300 – $500 |
| Food | $100 – $130 |
| Activities | $60 – $100 |
| Transport | $50 – $80 |
| TOTAL | $510 – $810 |
💡 Pro Tips (2026)
- Use baht buses (10–20 THB) instead of taxis
- Stay in Jomtien for quieter + cheaper hotels
- Avoid beachfront restaurants (overpriced)
- Book hotel early during high season (Nov–Feb)