Amari Orchid Resort and Tower

Amari Orchid Resort and Tower Review

Step into this open-air, modern Thai-style lobby, and you'll immediately be transported into a tropical paradise that's worlds away from the hectic streets of Pattaya. Classy "deluxe" rooms are comfortable and spacious, with impeccable furnishings and pleasant views of the free-form pool (or partially obstructed ocean views if you don't mind a third-floor walk-up). The gleaming and newer Ocean Tower wing might well vault Amari to the top of downtown Pattaya's hotel lineup. The tower sports a spa, executive lounge, and all rooms will have ocean-view balconies. The Orchid's buzz-worthy Mantra restaurant/bar has also fueled the resurgence of this grande dame.