Chan Resort

A small adults-only naturist hotel in Pattaya, on a side street off Thappraya Road halfway between the centre (about 1.8 km) and Jomtien beach: it presents itself as Thailand's first resort for naturists and is a partner of the Thai naturist association. Life revolves around the central pool, with a hot tub, sauna and a small restaurant; the rooms, on two floors, range from standard to superior with direct pool access, and breakfast is included. At check-in all guests are asked for the membership card of a naturist association (the Thai NAT or the American AANR), or proof of a previous stay at a naturist venue. The rules ask guests to be nude, forbid any sexual activity and photos without permission, and allow only one male guest per room: two men may share only by showing they are a couple or relatives. Guests appreciate the staff, the cleanliness and the pool; not everyone, however, finds the atmosphere they are looking for: several couples report a clientele made up mostly of single men, including day visitors, and some complain of behaviour that is not very naturist.