Holiday Inn Pattaya by IHG

In a high-rise overlooking a palm tree-lined beach, this airy hotel is 2 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum and 3 km from nightlife venues on Walking Street. Modern, marine-inspired rooms offer flat-screens and Wi-Fi, as well as minifridges. All have floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies with bay views. Suites add living rooms. Club level quarters include breakfast. Kids 17 and under stay free. Room service is available 24/7. There are 5 restaurants ranging from Cuban to Italian, plus 2 bars. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a day spa and a kids' club, along with a fitness center and meeting spaces. Breakfast is extra.