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Soap Opera @ Terminal 21 Pattaya
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Soap Opera @ Terminal 21 Pattaya

5.0(47 reviews)

Soap Opera is a Thai natural skincare and soap boutique located inside Terminal 21 Pattaya, one of the city's most popular shopping malls. The store specialises in handcrafted soaps, oils, and bath products made with natural ingredients, with repeat visitors frequently singling out the rice soap and the range of aromatic oils as personal favourites. The products are subtly scented and presented with an attention to detail that extends to the gift wrapping, making this a popular stop for souvenirs and personal purchases alike. The in-store experience is a consistent highlight, with staff described by visitors as knowledgeable, unhurried, and genuinely helpful in guiding customers through the product range. The shop carries a calm, boutique atmosphere that sets it apart from the busier commercial areas of the mall, and staff language skills make it accessible for international travellers. Practically speaking, the store is open seven days a week, with slightly extended hours on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays running until 23:00, making it convenient to visit either during the day or as part of an evening out at Terminal 21. Visitors planning to buy gifts would do well to allow extra time, as the wrapping service is a notable touch worth taking advantage of. More information on the full product range is available at soapoperabkk.com.

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Visitor Reviews

I visited the Soap Opera store at Terminal 21 Mall and had a wonderful experience. Yumi was incredibly nice, humble, and very helpful. She guided us patiently and helped us choose some really amazing soaps. The quality of the soaps here is excellent, and the overall customer service made the visit even better. Highly recommended! 🌟

Absolute fantastic products. Staff is knowledgeable and not pushy, which is great. Personally I love their soaps the most, and I am currently using the rice soap. Natural ingredients, with subtle smell and a light scrub.

The employees here are the best!!! Always so helpful, kind, wonderful language skills and beautiful job wrapping the products! Such beautiful soaps and oils!

Location Info

777 1, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand+66 62 292 1668soapoperabkk.com/
Opening Hours
Monday11:00-22:00
Tuesday11:00-22:00
Wednesday11:00-22:00
Thursday11:00-22:00
Friday11:00-23:00
Saturday11:00-23:00
Sunday11:00-23:00

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

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