East Pattaya

🌿 East Pattaya – Space, Community Living & Easy Access to Everything

East Pattaya is one of the city’s largest and most diverse residential zones, stretching roughly 20 kilometres from Pong in the north to Huay Yai in the south.
Bounded by Sukhumvit Road to the west and the 331 Highway to the east, it offers a wide range of neighbourhoods, housing villages, and lifestyle conveniences that make it a favourite among long-stay expats, families, and professionals.

While short-term visitors often prefer the beachfront areas, those planning a more settled life in Pattaya are frequently drawn to East Pattaya’s quieter pace, larger homes, and strong sense of community. The area’s long-standing nickname, “The Dark Side,” simply comes from the fact it was developed later — and received electricity later — than Pattaya’s downtown districts.

⭐ Why People Love East Pattaya

East Pattaya is popular for one simple reason: you get space, comfort, and convenience without being far from the city.
Many residents choose this area for its private homes, larger gardens, peaceful villages, and friendly neighbourhood feel. Restaurants, cafés, gyms, and local businesses have grown rapidly here over the past two decades, creating an area where you have everything you need — without crossing Sukhumvit Road.

Whether you enjoy socialising in community bars, joining local sports groups, or simply relaxing by your own pool, East Pattaya feels much more “local” and less transient than the city centre.

🚗 Connectivity & Transport

One of East Pattaya’s biggest advantages is fast access to major highways:

Motorway No.7 → Bangkok & Suvarnabhumi Airport
Route 36 → Rayong, Koh Samet, Eastern Seaboard
Route 331 → industrial zones & U-Tapao Airport

While Central Pattaya’s traffic can be challenging, residents here can reach the highways in minutes — making travel, work commutes, and weekend getaways far easier.

🏫 Schools, Community & Everyday Living

East Pattaya is home to several of Pattaya’s leading international schools:

Rugby International School Thailand
Regents International School Pattaya
St. Andrews International School
And multiple smaller academies for varying budgets

This concentration of schools makes the area especially popular with families.

Daily life is simple and convenient — with supermarkets, cafés, bakeries, pharmacies, fitness centres, fresh markets, and local restaurants spread throughout the district. For many residents, there’s no need to cross into central Pattaya for everyday necessities.

🎯 Things to Do in East Pattaya

East Pattaya offers activities for every age group, from outdoor sports to leisure attractions:

Golf – Siam Country Club (LPGA host), Phoenix Gold, and multiple driving ranges
Fishing lakes and relaxing green spaces
Gyms and sports arenas
Bira International Racing Circuit
Wakeboarding parks, family activities, and weekend markets

Dining options continue to grow, with favourites such as:

Fisherman’s Rest
Welcome Inn
Pepper & Salt
Outback Bar & Restaurant
Welcome Inn Mabprachan
Nong’s Bistro
Ristorante Da Marco
The Lofts

These venues contribute to the friendly “village community” feeling the area is known for.

🏡 Real Estate Market Insights

East Pattaya offers one of the widest selections of property in the region — from affordable townhomes to large private pool villas and lakeside luxury estates.