Lap pools, hotel day-pass swimming, water parks, and swim schools — every pool venue in Pattaya with hours and whether non-guests can buy a day ticket.
Swimming in Pattaya.
Every swimming gym and venue in Pattaya — 9 hand-checked entries with hours, prices, maps and contact. No paid placements. Updated on a rolling schedule.
Where to start.
Our top 3 picks from 9 swimming venues. Full list below.
Premier kids swim academy. Head coach is former Thai national swimmer. ASCTA-certified instructors. ฿9,900/quarter (10 sessions).
View full page →Swim teaching by Swimming Association of Thailand-trained instructors. All ages, English or Thai.
View full page →Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya iconic guitar-shaped 2,000 sqm free-form pool with artificial sand beach, swim-up bar, and day-pass access for non-guests on Beach Road.
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Premier kids swim academy. Head coach is former Thai national swimmer. ASCTA-certified instructors. ฿9,900/quarter (10 sessions).
View full page →Swim teaching by Swimming Association of Thailand-trained instructors. All ages, English or Thai.
View full page →Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya iconic guitar-shaped 2,000 sqm free-form pool with artificial sand beach, swim-up bar, and day-pass access for non-guests on Beach Road.
View full page →City-operated public swimming pool in Naklua / North Pattaya offering affordable lap-swim and recreational access with kids' pool, changing rooms, and resident discounts.
View full page →One of Pattaya's two public swimming pools — operated by the city on the South Pattaya / Jomtien border with affordable lap-swim access, kids' pool, and changing facilities.
View full page →World first themed waterpark. 18 slides across 3 zones. Polin Waterparks hardware. Rebranded 2022 to Sony Pictures IPs. 15km south of Pattaya.
View full page →Largest water park in Thailand and Southeast Asia. 184,000 sqm. 26 slides / 34 lanes. 600m lazy river around natural hill. Double wave pool with 150m beach. TripAdvisor 2019 #1 Asi…
View full page →Pattaya quietest, cleanest, most family-friendly main beach. ~1.5km long Naklua coastline with safe-swim zone, beach volleyball court, jet ski + banana boat (central section). Walk…
View full page →5-star Lost World themed family resort. On-site water park + 230m private beach + Spa Cenvaree (24 rooms) + rock climbing wall + 2 tennis + Pilates/aqua/kayaking.
View full page →Ranked picks.
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Swimming in Pattaya — FAQ.
Where can I swim in Pattaya besides the sea?
Pattaya has public and hotel swimming pools, lap pools, swim academies and waterparks. Several hotel pools admit non-guests for a day fee, and there are dedicated swim-coaching venues for adults and children. Browse this category for the options and their locations.
Are there proper lap pools for training?
Yes. A few venues offer proper lap pools, including 25-metre pools, suitable for training rather than just leisure. Some sit inside hotels or sports clubs. Check each venue page for pool details before planning a training session.
Can children learn to swim in Pattaya?
Yes. There are swim academies with certified coaches running lessons for children and beginners, plus family-friendly pools and waterparks. Look for venues tagged swim-academy or kids, and contact them about lesson schedules.
How much does pool access cost?
Public pools and hotel day passes are inexpensive; waterparks charge an entry fee; coaching is priced per session or course. See each venue page for its price tier and contact it for current rates.
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