Royal Cliff Beach Resort Review

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Royal Cliff Beach Resort

  • Address: Jomtien Beach, 353 Phra Tamnak Rd., Pattaya, 20150
  • Phone: 038/250421; 02/282-1737 in Bangkok
  • www.royalcliff.com
  • Price range: $$$
  • Location: Pattaya

Fodor's Review:

This self-contained resort, actually a cluster of four well-kept hotels, is nothing less than an institution in Thailand. The Royal Cliff is known for its staggering size and its setting, perched high on a bluff overlooking the gulf; most rooms gaze down at the shore. But time has not been kind to the Royal Cliff: the place is starting to feel dated and impersonal, in stark contrast with the new Sheraton next door, which has easily eclipsed the Royal Cliff for best-in-Pattaya honors. On the plus side, even the standard rooms here are big and well furnished, and most have ocean-view terraces (request one ahead of time). Some lavish suites have two bedrooms, which is good for families. There are several swimming pools, each with a view. The beach is nice, but it's a bit of a hike down some stairs. The resort is about 1½ km (1 mi) south of town. Pros: attractive Thai decor; beautiful views. Cons: tricky to get to beach; so-so dining.

  • Hotel Details: 966 rooms, 162 suites
  • In-room: refrigerator, Wi-Fi.
  • In-hotel: 10 restaurants, room service, tennis courts, bars, pools, laundry service, beachfront, water sports.
  • Credit Cards: AE, DC, MC, V
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