Cleo's Hideout Speakeasy
A small, low-lit cocktail bar for talking, not shouting, open until four in the morning.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 20:00–04:00
- Carry Your Passport or a Copy
- Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, especially in Bangkok's Thonglor, RCA, and Sukhumvit areas. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
Why go, and how to do it well
If your idea of a good night in Pattaya involves conversation rather than a sound system winning an argument with you, this is the sort of place worth hunting down. It's a speakeasy in the proper sense: small, dim, built around cocktails and the people you came with. That's the whole appeal, and it's a genuine change of pace from the beer bars and the strip.
The crowd tends to be a mix of expats, travellers and locals who've had enough of the louder end of town. Doors open at 20:00 and it runs through to 04:00 every day of the week, which makes it useful in two very different ways. Early evening, you'll have space and the bartender's attention. After midnight it becomes a landing spot when everything else has stopped being fun. I'd go early if the seat matters to you, because rooms like this fill and don't expand.
Skip it if you want dancing, sport on a screen or a big group night out. It isn't built for any of those.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026 · How we check places
Experience hints
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420, 180, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
Know the Closing Times
Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.
Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously
Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.
Arrange Your Ride Home
Use Grab (ride-hailing app) to get home safely — taxis outside nightlife areas late at night often refuse meters. Set up the app before going out, and keep your phone charged.
Cleo's Hideout Speakeasy: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cleo's Hideout Speakeasy worth visiting?
Cleo's Hideout Speakeasy holds a 4.8★ rating from 108 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Pattaya.
What are the opening hours of Cleo's Hideout Speakeasy?
Cleo's Hideout Speakeasy is typically open 20:00-04:00 — 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 Cleo's Hideout Speakeasy?
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: June – October (rainy, rough seas).
Where is Cleo's Hideout Speakeasy located?
Cleo's Hideout Speakeasy is at 420, 180, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand, in Pattaya. Getting around Pattaya: Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes); Grab (widely available).
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