PATTAYA
Pratumnak
About Pratumnak
Pratumnak is a leafy hill between Central Pattaya and Jomtien with boutique hotels, villas and condos. It has an older, higher-income expat population and is calmer than Beach Road. The slopes make walking in heat hard, so most residents use a scooter or car.
Getting around: Amenities are spread along the hill, so a scooter or car is the norm; it is a 5-10 minute drive to Jomtien or the centre. Grab or Bolt are available.
Typical rent in Pratumnak
- Studio condo
- 7,000-15,000 per month
- 1-bed condo
- 12,000-30,000 per month (one source 22,000+)
Ranges from pattayaprestigeproperties.com, retiredinpattaya.com and listing sites, 2025-26; sources disagree
What to do in Pratumnak
- Wat Phra Yai (Big Buddha)temple18 m golden Buddha, built 1977, up about 100 steps
- Pratumnak viewpointnatureFree lookout over the bay; PATTAYA CITY letters light up from about 18:30
- Cosy BeachbeachSmall quiet cove at the base of the hill
- Dongtan BeachbeachRelaxed beach on the Jomtien side, described as one of the cleaner ones
Where to eat in Pratumnak
- Pratumnak boutique restaurantsMix of Thai and European places along the hill
- Jomtien Night MarketShort ride south, open 17:00-23:00
What is nearby
- Dongtan Beachother
- Central Festival Pattaya Beachmall
- Bangkok Hospital Pattayahospital
Good to know
- Hills make walking hard in the heat.
- Calmer than Beach Road but not isolated.
- Reported as one of the more secure areas for expats.
Condos in Pratumnak
Frequently asked questions about Pratumnak
Where is Pratumnak?
Pratumnak is an area of Pattaya, Thailand.
Which condos are in Pratumnak?
We have guides for 6 condos in Pratumnak: City Garden Pratumnak, Cosy Beach View, Siam Oriental Twins, The Cliff Pattaya, The Peak Towers and Unixx South Pattaya.
What is the typical rent in Pratumnak?
The median monthly rent across our current listings in Pratumnak is about ฿16,000 (about ฿463 per sqm). Median of 22 current listings.
How much does it cost to rent or buy in Pratumnak?
We currently show 37 listings in Pratumnak: 23 for rent and 3 for sale. Rents start from about ฿6,500 per month (typical ฿16,000).
Pratumnak or Jomtien?
Pratumnak is leafier and costs more; Jomtien has a flatter, more walkable beach strip with lower rents.
Do I need a scooter or car?
Usually yes; amenities are spread along the hill.
Is it close to the centre?
About 5-10 minutes by car to Central Pattaya or Jomtien.
What should I check before renting in Pratumnak?
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: pattayapointer.com, retiredinpattaya.com, pattayaprestigeproperties.com, www.thrillark.com.