Ya, agree with Ahteck ... no need advance booking la ... just touch down. then get to pattaya ... then look around....
I stayed at Sabai resort this time for THB 1500 (low season) becoos they have another pool with chalet style apartments at the back on the hotel. Secluded from the rest of the hotel... good for late nite skinny dipping (of course tip the nite watchmen beforehand) ....