Standard Pattaya
Jomtien beachside getaway with sunset views and great food
Standard Pattaya is 3rd Standard hotel in Thailand, which opened in late 2025. After previously experiencing Standard Hua Hin and Standard Bangkok, we were curious to see how this one compares to the other Standards in Thailand, as well as other Pattaya hotels we have been to before.
The lobby is very airy, and upon check-in, we also got refreshing welcome drinks. Luckily, without extra sugar, which is quite rare in Thailand (where otherwise drinks tend to be very sweet).
This time we stayed in a Standard King room, which faced the sea from the balcony. Compared to Standard Hua Hin, Standard rooms in Standard Pattaya seem larger, offering plenty of space for you, your bags, and possibly an extra rollaway bed.
As you can see from the balcony, all rooms at Standard Pattaya have balconies. Essentially, Standard and Deluxe rooms have the same layout; the difference is in the floors. Standard rooms from the ground floor to the 4th floor (where we stayed), while Deluxe rooms are on floors 5 and 6, offering somewhat better/higher views.
The hotel had prepared some sweet and savoury Thai cookies as welcome amenities this time. While Standard rooms do not have a capsule coffee machine, drip coffee pods were provided along with better-than-average tea as well. And if there is two of you, each can use different colour mug to avoid possible mix-ups.
Bathroom is simple: spacious shower booth, no bathtub (those can be only found in suites) and Standard brand-standard Davines amenities. While in-room slippers are provided, the beach flip-flops can also be found only in higher category suites.
Talking about the suites, while I did not see the entry-level suites, as those were occupied during my stay, I got a tour of two suite categories.
Firstly, Deluxe One Bedroom Suite with Private Pool. As you enter this suite, you’ll notice the bathroom near the entrance. Compared to usual rooms, in this suite, in addition to a bathtub, you’re also getting an outside shower - which you can use on both rainy days for a natural rain(forest)shower or the usual shower in a rain-free situation. There is also an orange chair available, should you wish to have an audience for your shower experience.
Despite being a high-category suite (it is a 3rd category suite), there is no wall separation between the bedroom and living room area. Instead, there is just one big room with an extra sofa in the middle of the room. While the sofa might seem cute, it might not be the most comfortable for TV viewing. But most likely, you are not staying in this suite for the TV, but for the pool experience instead.
While the pool is not long enough for swimming laps, it is sufficient for an adult plunge, or if you have kid(s) staying with you, it seems spacious enough for them to play in. There is also a private sundeck and an extra sofa by the poolside.
Compared to standard rooms, this suite also comes with an Illy capsule coffee machine, a dedicated big ice-sink (currently empty, but can be asked to be filled) and Camper beach sandals.
I also managed to take a look at the 4th category suite, Deluxe One Bedroom Suite with Ocean View and Private Pool, which had a slightly different layout.
Upon suite entry, you were already by the private poolside. Compared to the previous suite, this one had a bigger/longer private pool, offering also views of the main pool. The sundeck area here is also bigger and could easily host a family or small group of friends.
The bedroom and living room in this suite can be separated by a sliding door, offering extra privacy at times, when needed.
And while this suite does not have an outside shower, it has a small, quiet outside courtyard, good for reading a book or meditation moments.
The bathroom in this suite does not have windows, unlike the previous suite category. But it certainly is more spacious.
Overall, while both of the suites are nice, one likely needs to consider what their needs are - one of them offers more privacy and outdoor shower experience, the other offers a bigger, yet more public, pool, with a bigger living room and a mini courtyard.
Besides these private pools of suites, there are also 2 public pools, usable by all guests. The bigger one can be used by both adults and kids, while the second, smaller pool, on the rooftop of a restaurant, is reserved for adult use only.
And if you want to swim in the sea, Standard Pattaya has plenty of beachside loungers to chill on.
What I liked was that the beach chairs had sunbrellas and there was also additional shade provided by the trees. Compared to some other Pattaya area hotels we have been before, so far this kind of beach setup was our favourite.
If the weather is great, the sunsets look very scenic at their beach club, Esmé. While they had some good cocktails, we really enjoyed their tacos, blending authentic Mexican flavours with Thai-inspired ingredients. They were so good that we got even the second round. And if you are a World of Hyatt member, you get 10% discount.
While previous Standards we have been have been more adult-focused, this Standard is also welcoming families and has a dedicated Kids Club - offering an outdoor playground and an inside activity room for rainy days.
There is also a gym for those interested in getting some workouts done during their stay.
In the mornings, it is also worth taking a bit extra time to enjoy breakfast. While the brand Standard at Standard foresees an à la carte menu, at this Standard, there is a buffet-only breakfast (but you can ask for eggs your way, at the dedicated counter).
Plenty of quality protein options, vegetables, fruits and something also for a sweet tooth.
To navigate around the resort, they also give you a map, which is also as your room keycard holder.
Overall, it was an enjoyable stay and we would be happy to return in the future as well. While the hotel was running almost at full occupancy during our stay, it did not feel crowded and it was a pleasant experience. Even our car enjoyed its stay - the car park has solar roof - keeping your car in a shadow for keeping it cool.
If you would wish to stay at this property in the future, you can consider booking your stay via us. As this Standard is also Hyatt Privé property, we could offer you the following perks here:
$100 USD Property Credit
Room Upgrade
Breakfast for Two
Welcome Amenity
Guest Welcome Letter
Early Check-In
Connecting Rooms
World of Hyatt Tier-Qualifying Night Credits
PS. Hyatt Privé benefits at this hotel require a two-night minimum length of stay.
Let us know at staywithperks@hotelhoppers.org which dates you are interested in, and we could check the rates for those dates.