Which place is cheaper, Guilin or Pattaya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pattaya or Guilin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Pattaya and Guilin 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: Pattaya or Guilin?
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.
Guilin
Guilin is a city in Southern China situated on the west bank of the Li River with Hunan to the north. Its name means, "Forest of Sweet Osmanthus," owing to the large number of fragrant Sweet Osmanthus trees located in the city. Products like tea, sugar, and wine, can be made from the tree and are found in many shops throughout Guilin. A popular tourist destination, the city is renowned for its scenery of karst topography with unique mountains jutting out of the urban landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bangkok, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Phuket, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, and The Best Historical Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPattaya $66Guilin $67
The average daily cost (per person) in Pattaya is $66, while the average daily cost in Guilin is $67. 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 Pattaya and Guilin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPattaya $24Guilin $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPattaya $48Guilin $68
Compare Hotels in Pattaya and Guilin
Looking for a hotel in Pattaya or Guilin? 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: Pattaya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pattaya $12Guilin $5.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pattaya
Also for Pattaya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Big Bee farm Pattaya ( Entry & Return Transfers): $11
- Private Hotel in Pattaya to U-Tapao Airport Transfer: $37
- 3 Hours Private Hotel to Airport Departure Transfers in Rayong: $94
- Admission Ticket to Underwater World Pattaya with Return Transfer: $37
- Airport transfer in Rayong from Hotel to Airport (UTP): $36
- Arrival Bangkok Airport Private Transfer : Hotel in Pattaya: $50
- Arrival Bangkok Airport Private Transfer : Rayong/ Koh Samed: $75
- Art in Paradise Entry Ticket with Private Transfer: $16
- Bangkok Hotel Transfer: to/from Pattaya Hotel Transfer: $95
- Bangkok Private Transfer from Pattaya city to Bangkok (BKK) Airport: $142
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya Transfer: $39
- Bus transfer between Pattaya and Bangkok: $3.69
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Hongjiang: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Longji rice terraces area: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $197
- Guilin Airport to Yangshuo: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $190
- Private Transfer from Yangshuo/Guilin to Sanjiang and stops Longji Rice Terraces: $160
- Live Show of Impression Liu San Jie including the Transfer Services: $102
- Yangshuo Via Ferrata with Round way private transfer from Guilin hotel: $92
- 2-hours Yangshuo Yulong Bamboo Boat Tour with the Round-way Private Transfers: $83
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Longsheng hotel: $80
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , to Dongguan Transfer: $71
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Xingping hotel: $64
- Four Lakes Night Cruise with Round-trip Transfer: $57
Is it cheaper to fly into Pattaya or Guilin?
Prices for flights to both Guilin and Pattaya 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 dayPattaya $22Guilin $22
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, Cabaret Show & Beer Buffet: $32
- Pattaya Night Guided Tour with Dinner: $47
- Thai Cooking Class in Pattaya: $67
- Islands Hopping Tour by Catamaran with Dinner Buffet in Chon Buri: $97
Typical Food Prices in Guilin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
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Fresh Coconut Drink$1.38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guilin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guilin.
- Half day Yangshuo Cooking lesson Small Group Tour: $62
- Full-Day Li-River with the 4 Star Luxury Boat VIP Room and Yangshuo Cooking Tour: $286
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pattaya $21Guilin $28
Tours and Activities in Pattaya
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pattaya.
- Floating Market Entry Ticket: $3.18
- Pattaya sheep Farm Entrance Tickets: $3.60
- Skip the Line Ticket of Flower Land Pattaya at Sun Leisure World : $4.85
- FlowerLand Pattaya Admission Ticket (Optional Activities): $4.99
- Fairy Sweet Village Pattaya Entry ticket: $5.41
- Art in Paradise Pattaya Admission Ticket: $6.00
- Mini Siam Entry Ticket: $6.62
- LAZGAM Laser Game at Pattaya Admission Ticket: $7.10
- LAZGAM Laser Game in Pattaya Admission Ticket: $7.10
- Entry Ticket for Art in Paradise 3D Art Museum in Pattaya: $7.21
- Pattaya : Coral Island Tour by Speedboat with Indian Lunch & Pick Up from Hotel: $7.62
- Half-day Coral Island Join Tour with Lunch from Pattaya: $7.76
Typical Entertainment Prices in Guilin
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Caves$17
Tours and Activities in Guilin
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Day Self-Guided Guilin Tour with 4 Star Boat, Yangshuo and Longji Terraces : $200
- Full-Day Guilin Li-River Cruise with 4 star boat and Reed Flute Cave Tour: $262
- 1 Day Guilin to Yangshuo with top scenery & culture private tour : $79
- 1 Day Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with Private Guide & Driver: $219
- 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking: $169
- 1 Day Yangshuo Countryside Cycling and Yulong bamboo boat Private Tour: $94
- 1 Day Yangshuo Countryside Hiking along the Yulong river Private Tour: $103
- 1 Day Yangshuo private Day Tour with the Scooter: $105
- 1 day Guilin Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Countryside with Scooter Private Tour: $204
- 1 day Li River cruise & Yangshuo countryside private day tour : $120
- 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour: $45
- 1-Day Guilin Tour to Reed Flute Cave, Xianggong Hill, Bamboo Boat and Night Show: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPattaya $8.18Guilin $5.72
When comparing the travel costs between Pattaya and Guilin, we can see that Guilin is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pattaya Expensive? and Is Guilin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pattaya or Guilin?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Pattaya. When comparing the sizes of Pattaya and Guilin, 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.
When is the best time to visit Pattaya or Guilin?
Guilin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Pattaya experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Pattaya or Guilin in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Pattaya as well as Guilin. Pattaya attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Pattaya is generally around the same temperature as Guilin. Daily temperatures in Pattaya average around 29°C (84°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
It's quite rainy in Guilin. Pattaya usually gets less rain in July than Guilin. Pattaya gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPattaya 29°C (84°F)Guilin 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Guilin in the Autumn?
Both Guilin and Pattaya are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Pattaya throughout the year.
Pattaya is a little warmer than Guilin in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pattaya averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Guilin fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite rainy in Pattaya. In October, Pattaya usually receives more rain than Guilin. Pattaya gets 258 mm (10.2 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Pattaya is December to April. The rainy season in Pattaya is June to October.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPattaya 28°C (82°F)Guilin 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Guilin in the Winter?
Both Guilin and Pattaya during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Pattaya because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Pattaya is much warmer than Guilin. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pattaya in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Guilin averages at about 10°C (49°F).
Pattaya usually gets less rain in January than Guilin. Pattaya gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPattaya 27°C (80°F)Guilin 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Guilin in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Pattaya and Guilin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Pattaya year-round.
In April, Pattaya is generally a little warmer than Guilin. Daily temperatures in Pattaya average around 30°C (86°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Guilin receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Pattaya usually receives less rain than Guilin. Pattaya gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain each month for the spring. December to April in Pattaya is the dry season. Also, June to October is the rainy season in Pattaya.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPattaya 30°C (86°F)Guilin 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Guilin and Pattaya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 30°C (86°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 30°C (85°F) | 202 mm (7.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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