Chan Resort
Pattaya, Thailand
Thailand’s oldest nude resort, a small clothes-free hotel with a big pool in the heart of Pattaya.
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Chan Resort is the oldest nude resort in Thailand, a small clothes-free hotel in the centre of Pattaya. It has 11 rooms and is built around a large swimming pool ringed with sunbeds. Facilities are limited because it is a city resort, but the location puts Pattaya’s beaches, islands, temples, and nightlife on the doorstep. It suits travellers who want a calm nude base in a busy city.
resort type
Boutique Hotel
dress code
Clothes-Free
budget
Mid-range
When to visit
November to March
THE DESTINATION
THE DESTINATION & where to find it
Chan Resort is the oldest nude resort in Thailand and still one of its most popular. It is a small clothes-free hotel in the heart of Pattaya, a busy coastal city on the Gulf of Thailand.
Being a city resort, the footprint is compact and facilities are limited. The centre of it all is a large swimming pool surrounded by sunbeds. During busy hours the pool can fill up, partly because of day visitors.
There are 11 rooms in three price bands. The three VIP rooms are on the ground floor with a pool view. The mid-priced rooms on the first floor have an even better view. The cheaper rooms have a terrace view blocked by a wall. All rooms come with a queen bed, TV, fridge, and a spacious bathroom. The price gap between them is small, so it is worth choosing a better room.
THE EXPERIENCE
THE EXPERIENCE & what to expect
Chan Resort works best as a calm nude base rather than a place to spend every hour. The setting is a busy city, and the resort itself is small, so the usual rhythm is simple: a morning skinny dip and breakfast, a day out exploring Pattaya, then back to relax by the pool in the evening.
The pool is the heart of the place, lined with sunbeds and easy to settle into. It can get lively during peak hours, especially with day visitors, but it also has quiet stretches. The on-site restaurant covers all meals, with several choices for the complimentary breakfast and tasty options for lunch and dinner.
What guests tend to remember most is the service. The management understands what people who enjoy being naked want and keeps everything running smoothly. The staff greet you warmly and are quick to help with questions or plans.
Accommodation is straightforward and comfortable. The 11 rooms all have a queen bed, TV, fridge, and a roomy bathroom, and differ mainly by view and floor. The ground-floor VIP rooms look onto the pool, the first-floor rooms have the best views, and the cheapest rooms lose their view to a wall. Since the price difference is small, spending a little more for a better room pays off. The crowd is mixed, with a growing number of Thai guests alongside international ones.
WHO THIS IS FOR
WHO SHOULD GO & who should not
Great for
- ✓ Travellers wanting a calm nude base in a lively city
- ✓ Solo travellers and couples exploring Pattaya
- ✓ Stopover visitors combining nude time with sightseeing
not ideal if
- ✕ You want a large resort with lots of on-site facilities
- ✕ You want a quiet rural or beachfront setting
- ✕ You want the pool to yourself, as day visitors can make it busy
practical
GETTING THERE & what to know
getting there
Pattaya is about a 2 hour drive from Bangkok, which has two international airports. Suvarnabhumi is the larger, with worldwide connections, while Don Mueang mainly serves Southeast Asia.
From Suvarnabhumi, you can take a direct bus to Pattaya. From Don Mueang, take the A1 bus to Mochit Bus Terminal, then the Pattaya bus. At Pattaya bus station, a shared taxi or a Grab gets you downtown. A direct taxi from either Bangkok airport is easier but pricier, and should cost no more than about 50-70 US dollars, so agree the fare first. Chan Resort can also arrange transport.
where to stay
Chan Resort has 11 rooms at the budget end, in three price bands. The three ground-floor VIP rooms look onto the pool. The mid-priced first-floor rooms have the best views. The cheapest rooms have a view blocked by a wall. Every room has a queen bed, TV, fridge, and a spacious bathroom. Because the price gap is small, it is worth paying a little more for a better room. The resort is compact, so book ahead in peak season.
when to go
Thailand’s cool, dry season from about November to March is the most comfortable time in Pattaya, with less rain and lower humidity. This is peak season and the busiest for the resort and the city.
The hot season follows, from March into May, when temperatures climb. The rainy season, roughly June to October, brings heavy but often short downpours and fewer crowds. For the best weather, aim for the cool months.
what to know
Chan Resort is clothes-free, with a mixed crowd of international and Thai guest who enjoy nude recreation. It is a small city resort, so treat it as a relaxing base and plan to explore Pattaya rather than stay in all day every day.
Taxi drivers at Bangkok airports often try to overcharge, so ask for the meter or agree a fare first, and expect no more than about 50-70 US dollars for a direct ride. Grab, the local version of Uber, is often more reliable. The pool can get busy with day visitors at peak hours. Book a better room, as the price difference from the cheapest is small.
plan your visit
Book at Chan Resort
Book through the resort website, by email, or by phone. Reserve ahead in the cool-season peak.
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HAVE A peek inside
Sometimes a two-minute watch tells you more than a page of text. Our video visit covers the setting, the facilities, and what the atmosphere actually feels like on the ground.
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FACILITIES & amenities
●Swimming pool
Large pool ringed with sunbeds, the centre of the resort. Can get busy at peak hours with day visitors.
●Restaurant
Serves all meals, with several complimentary breakfast options and tasty lunch and dinner.
●Rooms
11 rooms in three price bands, all with a queen bed, TV, fridge, and spacious bathroom.
beyond the resort
NEARBY VISITS
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Bangkokabout 2 hr drive
Pattaya city beachin the city, short ride
Jomtien beachshort drive south
Nearby islands (boat trips)day trip by boat
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FAQ
most asked questions
Is Chan Resort suitable for first-time visitors to a clothes-free resort?
Yes. It is small and friendly, and the manager understands what naturists need. The pool-focused layout is easy to settle into. Being in the city, you can also step out and back as you please.
Is Chan Resort family-friendly?
It is a small city resort aimed mainly at adults looking for a relaxed nude base. There are no dedicated children's facilities. Nearby Pattaya has water parks, a zoo, and a dolphinarium for families staying in the area.
What is the best time of year to visit Chan Resort?
The cool, dry season from about November to March is the most comfortable, with less rain and humidity. March to May is hot, and June to October is the rainy season with short heavy showers. The cool months are the most popular.
How do I get to Chan Resort from Bangkok?
Pattaya is about 2 hours from Bangkok's airports. You can take a direct bus from Suvarnabhumi, or a taxi for no more than about 50-70 US dollars if you agree the fare first. The resort can also arrange transport.
Is nudity required at Chan Resort?
It is a clothes-free resort, so nude is the norm, especially around the pool. You can cover up when it suits you. The crowd is a mix of international and Thai guests who enjoy nude recreation.
Does Chan Resort have a restaurant?
Yes. The on-site restaurant serves all meals, with several options for the complimentary breakfast and tasty lunch and dinner. You can also head out to Pattaya's many restaurants nearby.
