PATTAYA
Naklua
About Naklua
Naklua is the older fishing and local neighbourhood in the north of Pattaya, with low-rise buildings next to newer condos. It feels more Thai than the centre and is calmer, with rents reported as 10-20% below Jomtien. Wong Amat Beach and the fish market are its main draws.
Getting around: Songthaew to Central Pattaya is easy; most residents also use a scooter or car. Baht buses run the main roads.
Typical rent in Naklua
- Studio condo
- 8,000-18,000 per month (Wongamat/Naklua studio figures)
- 1-bed condo
- 12,000-20,000 per month
- House
- about 40,000-45,000 per month (3-bedroom house)
Condo ranges from retiredinpattaya.com and pattayaprestigeproperties.com; house median from dotproperty.co.th and listing sites, 2025-26
What to do in Naklua
- Sanctuary of TruthcultureAll-teak carved temple on the sea; ticket about 500-550 baht
- Lan Pho Naklua MarketmarketFish market where the day's catch is sold
- Naklua morning marketmarketRuns roughly 6am to noon
- Wong Amat BeachbeachFrequently named among the cleaner beaches near Pattaya
Where to eat in Naklua
- Lan Pho Naklua MarketChoose seafood and have a stall cook it
- Naklua morning marketThai breakfast and fresh produce
What is nearby
- Bangkok Hospital Pattayahospital
- Terminal 21 Pattayamall
- Sanctuary of Truthother
Good to know
- The area is mixed: old Thai low-rise, local markets and new condo towers.
- House rents are lower than Jomtien according to listing sites.
Condos in Naklua
Frequently asked questions about Naklua
Where is Naklua?
Naklua is an area of Pattaya, Thailand.
Which condos are in Naklua?
We have guides for 1 condo in Naklua: City Garden Tropicana.
What is the typical rent in Naklua?
The median monthly rent across our current listings in Naklua is about ฿14,500 (about ฿400 per sqm). Median of 14 current listings.
How much does it cost to rent or buy in Naklua?
We currently show 49 listings in Naklua: 15 for rent and 7 for sale. Rents start from about ฿7,000 per month (typical ฿14,500).
Is Naklua cheaper than Jomtien?
One guide puts Naklua rents 10-20% below Jomtien.
Can I get fresh seafood there?
Yes, Lan Pho Naklua Market sells the day's catch.
How far is Naklua from Central Pattaya?
A short songthaew or scooter ride; sources describe about 10 minutes by road.
What should I check before renting in Naklua?
Ask for the exact unit's photos, the monthly rent plus water, electricity and common fees, the deposit and the contract length. Visit in person and meet the owner or agent at the place.
More areas in Pattaya
Area names and boundaries are approximate. Confirm the exact location with the owner before you decide. Sources: www.gotopattaya.com, retiredinpattaya.com, pattayaprestigeproperties.com, www.dotproperty.co.th, www.thrillark.com.







