Best beach clubs in Pattaya

Pattaya's beachfront isn't quite Phuket, but the four beach clubs that work all deliver — pool, DJ, food, sea view, no flight required.

1. Drift Beach Club (Jomtien)

The benchmark. Day-club energy by 11:00, full Sunday brunch DJ session, pool overlooking Jomtien beach. Day passes ~฿1,000 with bottle credit. Sunday is the day — book the daybeds online a week ahead.

2. Café Del Mar (Cosy Beach)

Pattaya's iconic sunset beach club. House and deep-house DJs from 17:00. Smaller than Drift but better sunset west-facing positioning. Free entry weekdays, ~฿500 entry on weekends.

3. Wave 99 (Naklua)

The local pick. Quieter, north of the main strip, beachfront bar with food. No pretension, no minimums, sundowner spot. Free entry.

4. The Beach Pattaya (Jomtien)

Newer arrival, family-friendly during the day, transitions to bar/club energy after dark. Big pool, good thai-fusion menu, well-priced.

What to know

• Day pass model — Drift charges, others are free entry with min spend
• Sunday is the day — for Drift especially, sunday brunch + DJ is the marquee event
• Towels and beds — bring your own towel; daybeds are first-come or pre-booked
• Sea swimming — Pattaya beach is fine but not Phuket. Cosy Beach (Café Del Mar) is cleaner.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best beach club in Pattaya?

Drift Beach Club in Jomtien is the benchmark — full pool, DJ, sunday brunch session. Café del Mar at Cosy Beach has the better sunset view.

Do beach clubs charge entry?

Drift charges day passes (~฿1,000 with bottle credit). Most others are free entry with minimum spend.

Last reviewed: April 2026 · Information changes — verify with venues before going.

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