Rest 88
A highway rest stop and duty-free shopping center between Pattaya and Bangkok, popular with tour groups.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 08:00–17:00
Claim Your VAT Refund
Spend 2,000+ THB at a single store displaying 'VAT Refund for Tourists' signs, get a yellow form at the register, and claim 7% VAT back at the airport. It adds up fast on bigger purchases.
Details
- Phone
- +66 98 202 2040
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Situated in Sri Racha district along the route between Pattaya and Bangkok, Rest 88 functions primarily as a highway rest stop and duty-free shopping center catering largely to tour groups, particularly those traveling with Chinese tourism operators. The facility combines a restaurant serving Thai food with a retail area stocking souvenir goods, dried produce, sweets, silverware, and bird's nest products — the latter being a key draw for visitors arriving via organized tours.
The atmosphere is practical rather than scenic, with the shopping component oriented toward packaged goods and specialty health products sold through brand partnerships with travel agencies and tour guides. Independent travelers may find the retail selection limited in scope, though the on-site restaurant has drawn positive mentions for its Thai food, making it a reasonable stop for a meal during the journey.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026
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Reviews from Google
The Thai food at the rest stop on the way from Pattaya to Bangkok was delicious.
big duty free store with restaurant.
Shops that partner with travel agencies and tour guides are worth trying if you're someone who regularly consumes bird's nest. The efficacy of silver water bottles is questionable, but they're extremely expensive; a small one starts at 5,000 Thai Baht. If you buy something from a shopping mall and encounter any after-sales service issues, it's unclear what to do.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 149 reviews on Google.
88/88, ตำบล บางพระ อำเภอศรีราชา ชลบุรี 20110, Thailand
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Is Rest 88 worth visiting?
Rest 88 holds a 3.8★ rating from 149 Google reviews. Reviews are mixed, so check recent visitor feedback above to see if it fits your plans.
What are the opening hours of Rest 88?
Rest 88 is typically open 08:00–17:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Rest 88?
The best months to visit Pattaya are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: September – October (wettest months).
Where is Rest 88 located?
Rest 88 is at 88/88, ตำบล บางพระ อำเภอศรีราชา ชลบุรี 20110, Thailand, in Pattaya. Getting around Pattaya: Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes); Grab (widely available).
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