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Friends Station Hostel
Hotels & Resorts
Pattaya

Friends Station Hostel

4.6(128 reviews)

Friends Station Hostel sits on Kasetsin 9 Road in Muang Pattaya, offering one of the more affordable lodging options in this busy coastal city. The property stands out among budget accommodation for its attention to cleanliness and comfort, with guests consistently noting quality mattresses, proper bedding, device charging outlets, and well-maintained bathrooms. The building has a distinctive European loft aesthetic, and a communal social area downstairs makes it easy for solo travellers and small groups to connect with fellow guests. The hostel occupies a quieter pocket of Pattaya, which suits travellers looking to rest without party noise, while remaining well-positioned for exploring the wider city. A 7-Eleven is located approximately 100 metres away for everyday convenience. Beyond accommodation, the property also functions as a cafe and coffee space, adding a relaxed hangout option on site. The setting leans casual and social, making it a practical base for budget travellers rather than those seeking a private or resort-style experience. Good to know: Staffing levels have been inconsistent according to some guests, so travellers with specific check-in requirements or questions should contact the hostel in advance through their Instagram account, where bookings and availability inquiries can also be managed. Pattaya's most comfortable visiting period runs from November through February, when temperatures and humidity are lower. Air conditioning in rooms has occasionally been slow to cool on arrival, though units have generally functioned once given time to run.

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Visitor Reviews

The bed’s are splendid. Proper mattress, high quality bedding, and oulet to get a charge on your devices. Bathrooms are clean and neat. Located in a quiet area of town, so no party noise. A Good sized locker for your valuables are included. 10/10 would book again when in Pattaya.

A+ hostel experience! The location is perfect, the rooms and bathrooms are well-prepared, and the receptionist was incredibly friendly. Everything felt welcoming and well-organized. I can highly recommend this accommodation to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

This is one of the cheapest hostels in Pattaya, it was clean, beds and bathrooms, 4 dorm had a small balcony. There's a nice social area down stairs, building looks a bit like an European loft. You can buy coffee and breakfast on site. Owner was leaving hostel in the late afternoon, therefore if the guests were checking in late in the evening or night they were quite surprised there was nobody at the reception. There's a nice beach approximately 400m from the hostel. Owner was very nice and helpful, despite the fact the door were not locked in the evening, place was safe, nothing bad ever happened there during my stay. For this price I'd come back there again.

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Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – February

Avoid: June – October (rainy, rough seas)

Rainy season

May – October

Avg. temperature

24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)

Crowds

High

Peak: December – January

Getting there

Minibus from Suvarnabhumi Airport (~1.5 hrs). Bus from Bangkok's Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai (~2 hrs). No direct train.

Getting around

  • Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes)
  • Grab (widely available)
  • Motorbike taxis
  • Ferry to Koh Larn island