For a central, walkable base with a pool on the roof, LK The Empress is one of the smarter hotels in the LK Group’s central Pattaya stable — a four-star on the corner of Beach Road and Soi 12, close to the sand and to the nightlife.
The setting
Despite occasionally being pitched as a Soi Buakhao hotel, The Empress is very much a Beach Road property. The hotel’s own figures put Pattaya Beach about 14 m away, Soi Buakhao around 440 m, Walking Street roughly 720 m and the Soi 6 bar strip a little over a kilometre. In short, you’re in the middle of the central action — beach, malls and nightlife all within a short walk or a cheap baht-bus hop.
Rooms and the rooftop
Rooms range from comfortable standards up to jacuzzi, sea-view and beachfront suites, so there’s headroom to trade up. The rooftop pool is the signature draw, though be realistic about it: the sea views are partly screened and the deck sits in shade for part of the day, making it more a cool-off spot than a sun-worshipper’s rooftop. Some rooms and corridors feel a little tired or mid-renovation, and the shower temperature can swing hot-to-cold — worth checking recent reviews and asking for a renovated room.
Location and getting around
This is the hotel’s strongest card. You can walk to almost everything — the beach across the road, the malls up Central Pattaya Road, Walking Street and Soi 6 for nightlife — and the baht-bus route runs right past for trips further afield. For a first-time visitor who wants to be where things happen, it’s an easy base.
Value and verdict
At roughly 2,000–3,000 THB a night for a rooftop-pool four-star this close to the beach and Walking Street, The Empress is competitive value, and guest scores land in the solid mid-range. Manage expectations on the older rooms, the part-shaded pool and the odd checkout surprise (a few guests mention being charged for water), and you get a genuinely central, good-value central-Pattaya stay.
Recorded facts, FAQs & qualifications
Full overview
LK The Empress is one of the smarter hotels in the sprawling LK Group's central Pattaya portfolio — a four-star on the corner of Beach Road and Soi 12, with a rooftop swimming pool and a location that puts almost everything within a short walk. Despite the way it's sometimes described, this is a Beach Road property rather than a Soi Buakhao one: the hotel's own figures put Pattaya Beach about 14 metres away, Soi Buakhao around 440 metres, Walking Street roughly 720 metres and the Soi 6 bar strip a little over a kilometre — in other words, you're in the middle of the central action, close to the beach, the malls and the nightlife. Rooms run from comfortable standards up to jacuzzi, sea-view and beachfront suites, and the rooftop pool is the signature draw, though its sea views are partly screened and it sits in shade for parts of the day. The honest caveats are typical of a busy, keenly priced central hotel: some rooms and corridors feel a little tired or mid-renovation, the shower temperature can swing between scalding and cold, breakfast items sometimes run out at peak, and a few guests report night noise and small extra charges (such as being billed for water) at checkout. Guest scores sit in the solid mid-range. Rates typically open around 2,000–3,000 THB depending on season and room type, which for a rooftop-pool four-star this close to the beach and Walking Street is competitive. It suits travellers who want to be central and walkable, with a pool on the roof, without paying beachfront-luxury prices.
More at-a-glance details
- Price
- THB 2,000As of 2026-07-24 · lkpattaya.com
- Known for
- Standard rooms · Sea-view rooms
Consider it for
- Travellers who want a central, walkable base close to the beach and nightlife
- Couples wanting a rooftop pool and sea-view or jacuzzi rooms on a mid-range budget
- Repeat visitors who like the reliable, good-value LK Group hotels
More planning notes
- The rooftop pool deck is shaded for part of the day
- The central Beach Road location can carry nightlife and traffic noise
- Some room categories and public areas show age
- Breakfast and lifts can be busiest at peak checkout times
The details
Prices
As of 2026-07-24 (lkpattaya.com)
As of 2026-07-24 (booking.com)
As of 2026-07-24 (lkpattaya.com)
Contact
+66 87 331 0888
On site
Facilities
- Rooftop swimming pool
- Beach Road frontage
- Sea-view room categories
- Jacuzzi room categories
- Restaurant
- Breakfast buffet
- 24-hour front desk
- Air conditioning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Lift access
Listing details
- Area
- central-pattaya
- From
- From ~2,000 THB/night
- Class
- 4-star
- Updated
- July 2026
Recorded guest rating
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Record highlights
- Excellent central location — steps from Beach Road, close to Walking Street, Soi Buakhao and the malls
- Rooftop swimming pool, with jacuzzi, sea-view and beachfront room categories available
- Good value for a four-star this close to the beach; dependable LK Group operation
- Walkable to nightlife, dining and the baht-bus route in every direction
Check before relying
- Rooftop pool views are partly screened and the deck is shaded for part of the day
- Some rooms and hallways feel tired or mid-renovation; shower temperature can be inconsistent
- Occasional night noise, breakfast items running out, and small extra charges at checkout
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is LK The Empress?
It's on the corner of Beach Road and Soi 12 in central Pattaya. By the hotel's own figures it's about 14 m from Pattaya Beach, ~440 m from Soi Buakhao, ~720 m from Walking Street and just over a kilometre from Soi 6 — a genuinely central, walkable spot.
How much does a room cost?
Rates typically open around 2,000–3,000 THB a night depending on season, room category and how far ahead you book. Sea-view, jacuzzi and beachfront rooms cost more. Prices move with the season, so compare live rates for your dates.
Is there a rooftop pool?
Yes — a rooftop swimming pool is the hotel's signature feature. Be aware the sea views are partly screened and the deck is shaded for part of the day, so it's more a place to cool off than a full sun-lounging rooftop.
Is it close to Walking Street?
Yes — Walking Street is roughly 720 m away, an easy walk or a very short baht-bus ride south. Soi Buakhao's bars and the Beach Road nightlife are also within walking distance.
What should I know before booking?
It's a busy, good-value central hotel rather than a polished resort. Some rooms feel tired or mid-renovation, showers can run hot-and-cold, and a few guests report night noise or small extra charges (like being billed for water) at checkout — worth checking recent reviews and asking about renovated rooms.
Sources checked · 6
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- LK The Empress — official LK Pattaya website · accessed
- LK The Empress — Booking.com · accessed
- LK The Empress — Agoda · accessed
- Google rating · accessed
- Price: lkpattaya.com · accessed
- Price: booking.com · accessed