Hotels in Eastern Thailand, Thailand
Eastern Thailand hugs the Gulf of Thailand coast, famous for its island escapes and Pattaya's neon-lit nightlife. The dry winter (around 80°F/27°C) is ideal for snorkeling at Koh Samet or diving with sea turtles at Koh Chang's coral reefs, while the rainy summer (85°F/29°C) lets you explore Chanthaburi's fruit orchards and gem markets with fewer tourists. If you want calm, head to Trat's sleepy fishing villages; if you crave action, Pattaya has water parks and a walking street full of bars.