Language barrier in Pattaya

Planning my first trip to Pattaya in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.

My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?

I'm coming from the UK and have experience in Southeast Asia but this would be my first time in Pattaya.

Thanks for any help!

Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.

Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.

100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.

Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.

Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.

Quick question — how was the hotel security?

Not sure I agree about that area. I found the outskirts to be better value.

Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.

This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are actually lower than what's described here.

Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.

Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.

I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.

This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are actually lower than what's described here.

Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.

Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.

I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.

Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.

Adding my experience from last month.

The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.