Which place is cheaper, Pattaya or Doha?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Doha or Pattaya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Doha and Pattaya can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Doha or Pattaya?
Doha
Doha is the capital city of Qatar, modern and rapidly developing with much construction underway. It is home to Doha International Airport, the main point of entry for Qatar, as well as many of the country's best museums and examples of cultural heritage.
Pattaya
Go where the locals go. If that is your vacation motto, you will want to take a look at the popular weekend getaway of Pattaya, Thailand. This seaside resort on the Eastern Gulf Coast of Thailand is just outside of Bangkok, and full of resorts, beer bars and beaches.
Hosting more than five million visitors a year, Pattaya is easily accessed from the capital and the airport. Keep in mind, the sex tourism industry is still a large money earner for this city, but efforts by local authorities have created resorts and attractions for families and vacationers from all around the world.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bangkok, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Phuket.
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Doha Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $244Pattaya $88
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $244, while the average daily cost in Pattaya is $88. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Doha and Pattaya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Pattaya $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Pattaya $52
Compare Hotels in Doha and Pattaya
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Pattaya? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Doha Hotel Prices and Pattaya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Pattaya $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Entry to Angry Birds World with Transfer to Park and Top Up- Private Tour: $174
- Desert Horse Riding Tour With Transfers From Doha: $160
- Doha Horseback Riding Adventure in Desert with Transfers: $139
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Luxury Van: $129
- Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Van: $129
- Doha Arabian Horseback Riding Adventure in Desert with Transfers: $120
- Doha Private Airport Transfer: $99
- Hamad Airport Transfer Service – 24/7 Door-to-Door Transport: $98
- Private Transfer from Doha Hamad Airport(DOH) to Doha Cruise Port: $95
- Private Transfer: Hamad Airport DOH to Doha by Business Car: $84
- Airport Transfer: Doha to Doha Airport DOH by Business Car: $84
- Qatar Doha Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pattaya
Also for Pattaya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Admission Ticket to Underwater World Pattaya with Return Transfer: $52
- Airport Private Transfers from Pattaya City to Suvarnabhumi BKK: $71
- Alcazar Cabaret Show Pattaya Ticket with Transfer From Hotel: $28
- Alcazar Show Pattaya with private hotel Transfer: $35
- All Star Cruise Pattaya with Private Hotel Transfer: $73
- Art in Paradise Entry Ticket with Private Transfer: $37
- Art in Paradise Pattaya 3D Museum with Private Hotel Transfer: $43
- Bangkok Airport Private Transfer To or From Pattaya City: $80
- Big Bee farm Pattaya ( Entry & Return Transfers): $16
- Colosseum Cabaret Show Pattaya, Tickets & Transfers: $31
- Colosseum Show Pattaya Ticket with Private Hotel Transfers: $29
- Columbia Pictures Aquaverse Pattaya Option Transfer: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Pattaya?
Prices for flights to both Pattaya and Doha change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayDoha $106Pattaya $40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Starlight Dhow Cruise Dinner Experience on Doha Waterfront: $34
- Traditional Sunset Dhow Cruise Tour with BBQ Buffet Dinner: $35
- Traditional Dhow Cruise Tour with Dinner on board: $50
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Doha Bay A Traditional Dhow Experience: $55
- Qatar: Desert Dune Bashing with lunch/dinner in Desert Beach Camp: $55
- Moonlight Dinner Cruise with Transfers: $59
- Full-day Desert Beach Camp with Buffet lunch/dinner: $60
- Private Souk Waqif Tour with Lunch/Dinner: $85
- Full Day Desert Safari with Camp Access, Buffet Dinner,Camel Ride: $99
- Qatar Desert Safari Tour with Bedouin Camp Lunch or Dinner: $130
- Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride: $149
- Full Day Desert Safari with Inland Sea Visit and Buffet Dinner: $150
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pattaya
For Pattaya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- All Star Dinner Cruise with Cabaret Show in Pattaya: $35
- Ocean Sky Dinner Cruise with Live Cabaret Show in Pattaya: $43
- Pattaya Plates Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $49
- Pattaya Bites Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $49
- Pattaya Night Guided Tour with Dinner: $52
- Atlantis Ocean Sky PLUS Pattaya Luxury Sunset Dinner Cruise: $67
- Thai Cooking Class in Pattaya: $74
- Full Day Thai Cooking Class in a Private Home near Bangkok: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Pattaya $22
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $23
- 4 Hours-Doha City Private or Shared Tour from AirPort/ Hotel: $54
- 4 Hrs Private Doha Tour: Discover the City’s Premier Attractions!: $115
- 4 hours Desert Safari Experience in Doha up to Group of 5: $260
- 4-Hour Private Group City Tour in Doha, Qatar: $45
- 6 Hours Private Full Day Tour in Doha: $130
- 8-Hour Private Cultural Tour: $200
- All Main Doha City Attractions Tour: $50
- Attractions of Doha City Exploration ( 4-Hours Doha City Tour): $60
- Brouq Reserve and East to West 4WD Private Tour: $140
- City Tour and Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Sand Boarding: $88
- Combo City Tour and Desert Safari Adventure: $120
Tours and Activities in Pattaya
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pattaya.
- Coral Island Join Tour with Indian Lunch, Indian Nation: $2.75
- Pattaya Floating Market Tickets: $2.91
- Pattaya Park Tower Amusement Park Ticket and Revolving Restaurant: $3.07
- Coral Island Getaway: Pattaya Day Tour with Scenic Beaches: $4.39
- Experience The Floating Market in Pattaya: $6.00
- Art in Paradise Pattaya Admission Ticket: $6.00
- Art in Paradise Pattaya 3D Museum Admission Tickets: $6.50
- Art in Paradise Pattaya Entrance (Ticket Only): $7.67
- Coral Island Tour by Speedboat with Indian Lunch: $7.98
- Pattaya Sheep Farm Entrance Tickets: $8.50
- Pattaya Underwater World Admission Ticket: $8.56
- Entry Ticket for Art in Paradise 3D Art Museum in Pattaya: $9.64
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Pattaya $8.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Pattaya
Also in Pattaya, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pattaya Bar Crawl: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Pattaya, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Pattaya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Pattaya is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Pattaya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pattaya and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Doha would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Doha than you might in Pattaya.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Pattaya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Pattaya?
Doha has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Pattaya. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Pattaya, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.