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Darkness Bar
Nightlife & Bars
Pattaya

Darkness Bar

4.8(168 reviews)

Darkness Bar sits in the Nongprue area of Pattaya, positioning it within one of the city's established after-dark entertainment zones. The venue draws a regular mix of locals and visiting travellers, and its strong word-of-mouth reputation points to a place that delivers a consistent night out rather than a one-time novelty. The name hints at an atmospheric interior, and the bar leans into the kind of casual, social energy that defines Pattaya's bar scene at its most approachable. Visitors can expect a convivial environment suited to meeting fellow travellers or simply unwinding with drinks after a day on the coast. The crowd tends to build as the evening progresses, so those looking for a livelier atmosphere are better served arriving later in the night. The setting is relaxed rather than formal, making it easy to drop in without fuss. Good to know: No website or listed opening hours are currently available for Darkness Bar, so it is worth checking locally or asking at your accommodation before making a specific trip. The address at 75/10 Moo 9 places it in the broader Nongprue district, which is accessible from central Pattaya by baht bus or short taxi ride. Casual, lightweight clothing suited to Pattaya's warm evenings is all that is needed.

Experience hints

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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars

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.

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.

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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