Pratumnak Hill Pattaya – Holiday Rentals Close to the Beach

Pattaya is made up of lots of smaller parts such as Naklua, Wongamat, Jomrien and Pratumnak.

Until 10 or so years ago Pratumnak was really just a piece of land between Pattaya and Jomtien. Now it is one of the most sought after property locations in Pattaya.

Why? Being located on a hill and between Jomtien and Pattaya Pratumnak has a beach front which boasts clean sandy beaches with views of Koh Larn island. Today many people choose to stay here on holiday to enjoy the beach with out the hassle of Pattaya. It could be said that Pratumnak has its own village community. Yet being close enough to Pattaya to enjoy all the fun and excitement but also being a retreat to relax in.

Pratumnak has many modern apartments and houses for rent and sale with views across to the islands. Also what makes Pratumnak exclusive is the Royal Cliff Resort which has royal patronage.

Something worth considering; Because Pratumnak has become so popular there is a lot of construction of new apartments taking place. Before renting make sure to ask if there is any building work near by. Please do not think Pratumnak is one big building site; because its not but there are hot spots of construction.

Interesting land marks are: Buddha hill and the View point. The View point is where every picture you have ever seen of Pattaya bay has been taken from. From here you can watch the sun set into the sea. Best to arrive there at about 6:05PM. Why 6:05PM? Because at 6:00PM the Thai national anthem is played and you will be expected to stand and listen in respect. If you carry on walking and talking expect to get shouted at by one of the naval personnel there. The Royal Thai navy has a weather station there. Also at the top of the View point is a statue of Admiral Prince Abhakara Kiartiwongse. The father of the modern Thai navy. He studied naval warfare in Great Britain in the 19th century.

Pratumnak is easy to get to. From Walking Street in Pattaya it is no more than a couple of minutes away by motor bike taxi. Or you can walk there along Bali Hi to the light house. From Jomtien you turn left at the top of Thappraya road and your there. Thappraya road is the main road that links Pattaya to Jomtien. In fact many years ago it was the main road into Pattaya. But that was many years ago. Pattaya today has changed beyond all recognition since then.

Although considered a relatively exclusive area property rentals are not outrageous. With studio apartments starting from 16,000Baht a month and Villa rental at 40,000Baht.
Getting around is easy as there are many Baht Buses running back and forth from Pattaya. Or hire a motor bike! But please wear your crash helmet. Just because you’re on holiday doesn’t mean to say you can forget basic road safety.

If you’re thinking about staying in Pattaya then Pratumnak is worth considering.

For more information about Jomtien and Pattaya please contact enquiries@thaiholidayhomes.com

This article has been written by James Lamborn who has lived over 7 years in Pattaya and has broad based knowledge of of the property rental market in Jomtien and Pattaya. He has found out, often the hard way where to rent and where to avoid. His articles are meant to give the reader the knowledge he has gained over the years and help the reader from making some of the same mistakes he and others have made.
Visit his website to see the many rentals on offer. All the photos on the site have been taken by the author, so you know what your seeing is what your getting. The authors site address is: http://www.thaiholidayhomes.com

Author: James Lamborn
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