The 8 Best Rooftop Bars in Pattaya, Thailand

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Wondering where the best rooftop bars are in Pattaya? You’ve come to the right place. Here are our top eight picks for you to check out while you’re in town.

D.I.B Sky Bar

Bar, Tapas

D.I.B Sky Bar is located on the 38th floor of D Varee and has breathtaking views of Jomtien Beach and the Pattaya Bay. This stylish rooftop bar serves an impressive selection of imported wines and beers as well as delicious cocktails. If you get a little peckish there is also a tapas menu and a full dining menu. Sit back and relax and be dazzled by the laser light show.

Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge

Restaurant, Italian, European

Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge is a mere nine floors high and is part of the Centara Grand Phratamnak Hotel. However, this is one of the most charming rooftop bar options. This fine dining pool-side Italian restaurant and lounge bar has exquisite views across the Gulf of Thailand. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere as you peruse the walk-in wine cellar, marvel at the tanks filled with jellyfish or simply gaze out at the view.

Horizon Bar

Bar, Pub Grub, European

Horizon Bar is located on the 34th floor of the Hilton Hotel Pattaya and is one of the most popular bars in town. Horizon Bar is chic yet inviting and has stunning views of the ocean. Relax on comfy sofas and take advantage of the two-for-one cocktail specials as you enjoy a couple of cheeky sundowners.

Splash

Bar, Healthy, Tea , Pub Grub

Refreshing cocktails
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Splash is a pool bar in the Holiday Inn Pattaya. Splash is the ideal place if you are looking for a pool bar to relax in during the day. Enjoy refreshing drinks, a selection of snacks and use of the hotel’s infinity and family pool. The bar hosts a fun-filled pool party every Saturday from 3 pm until 7 pm.

SUNSET LOUNGE

Restaurant, Bar, Thai

SUNSET LOUNGE is a rooftop bar located above the Hotel Baraquda Pattaya. This venue has exquisite views of the bay, mouth-watering tapas and brilliant signature cocktails. There is also an extensive international wine list to choose from and comfy seating — what more could you want?

The Roof Sky Bar

Restaurant, Bar, Fusion, Pub Grub

Located on the 24th floor of the Siam@Siam Design Hotel is the exquisite Roof Sky Bar & Restaurant. Here, you can enjoy 360-degree views, an infinity pool and a plunge pool to cool your feet. The Roof Sky Bar & Restaurant has colourful and tasteful decor and the addition of astroturf and grilled tasty delights that add to the elevated garden party feel. Splash about with your feet in a plunge pool as you sip exotic cocktails and chill to the funky tunes.

The Meridian Revolving Restaurant

Restaurant, Thai, European

Pattaya Park Tower
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The Meridian Revolving Resturant is the highest restaurant (and bar) in Pattaya! Located at the top of Pattaya Park Tower this restaurant is suitable for the whole family and serves up a lunch and dinner buffet of delicious local specialities and fresh seafood. The revolving bar and restaurant gives guests a 360-degree view of Pattaya and the surrounding area and is quite the magical experience. Don’t fancy taking the lift back down the 54 floors? No problem, you can choose to take a cable car or zipline back down to the ground.

La Vela

Bar, European, Pub Grub

La Vela is the rustic-chic rooftop bar of the U Pattaya Hotel. Enjoy the view out over the bay as you cool off in the infinity pool or lounge on a sun bed as you sip a refreshing cocktail. There is also a delicious snack menu for when you feel like having a bite to eat. Le Vela is a great place to unwind during the day or night.

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