InterContinental Pattaya Resort, an IHG Hotel

This is one of my favorite resorts in the world. It shocks me that it's in Pattaya, which is...not a top travel destination. But this resort feels so remote, is so perfectly designed, and is so amazingly self-contained - that it doesn't matter what city it's in. We didn't leave the resort for a week and were completely happy. I just remain shocked that something this perfect and remote-feeling can be so close to Bangkok. Incredible. So if you're deciding between Hua Hin or Pattaya or Samet or something accessible, this is the best choice for us. We have been to them all over the years, plus the harder-to-get-to spots, and the beauty-to-accessibility ratio of the Intercontinental Pattaya wins by a lot. As for what makes if so magical, it's as beautiful as the photos show. 3 huge pools, all curving and surrounded by plants and architecture and views - no two days feel the same. Plus the beach. And maybe we just got lucky, but regarding a complaint we saw in a review about too many kids...we didn't encounter that. It was 98% adults, all quiet and relaxed, everyone respectful of everyone else. Just a great vibe all around. And the staff! So kind and helpful - always bringing towels and free water when you arrive at a pool or the beach, allowing you to float around all day without carrying much. And while it's not a big cost to them, it's still an excellent touch to make sure everyone has free cold water all the time. 6 glass bottles a day in the room too. For the room, we did beach view on the 4th floor. I highly recommend it. The villas were gorgeous, but their location by the pools means you'll have people around. But it might be worth it. Can't say. I do know everyone seemed happy. Golf cart and luggage drop-off at the room is awesome, then everything is very easily walkable. It was perfect.

Location; Incredible friendly and attentive staff; Breakfast selection

Beautifully lush property, which is a haven of calm in the busy craziness of Pattaya. The staff was truly amazing, remembering the tiniest of details (preferred table, drink, etc) and providing great personalized service. Also, all the little extras were appreciated (free cool water bottles at the pools, popsicles were handed out every once in a while, free 10min complementary massages, etc) We stayed in a junior suite, which seemed to have been renovated quite recently. Super beautiful, spacious room. Double sinks, huge tub, nice amenities (incl Byredo products). We opted to stay club level, and we really enjoyed all the perks that came with that. We very much enjoyed our time at the resort and didn't even bother to leave the property to explorer Pattaya.

Great views from the room and reception. Confortable bed and room size.

Beautiful view, serene and relaxing resort, laze around many pools or lounge on a prive beach overlooking the ocean, watching the ferries and speedboats traversing between Pattaya and Kohlarn Island until sunset. Complimentary shuttle service to city centre was fantastic and convenient Good size room Nice comfortable bed Friendly staff