Park Royal 1

Park Royal 1 is a small residential building on the northern slope of Pratamnak Hill and the first project in the Park Royal series by Heights Holdings, a developer with a whole line of condominiums in Pratamnak and Wongamat. The series was designed by the architect Mario Kleff. According to the developer, the building was completed in December 2009: a single 8-storey block with six studio apartments on each residential floor. Park Royal 1 condominium in Pratamnak, Pattaya is a compact city-style building without large resort grounds, chosen mainly for its position close to the centre of Pattaya and for its small, ready-to-use apartments.

Location

The building stands on Pratamnak Soi 1, at the foot of the hill crowned by the Big Buddha temple, and is reached from Thappraya Road. This is the northern, city-facing side of Pratamnak: Walking Street and Bali Hai Pier, the departure point for ferries to Koh Larn, are about 1.4 km away on foot by map, and the Big Buddha is roughly 900 m away. The sea is not on the doorstep: the nearest swimming beach, Cosy Beach, is about 1.2 km away in a straight line and around 1.5 km on foot, so most residents get there by motorbike or by songthaew (shared pick-up taxi) along Thappraya Road. Park Royal 2 (about 80 m away) and Pattaya Heights by the same developer are in the same block, with cafés and small shops nearby.

Facilities

The shared amenities are more modest than in the large complexes: the developer's description does not include a swimming pool, but there is a relaxation area on the roof.

• rooftop Jacuzzi and relaxation area;
• 24-hour security and CCTV;
• secure covered parking;
• wireless internet throughout the building;
• laundry service.

Apartments

Studios are the main format. The developer's original list showed layouts of 32–33 and 42 sq m, while resale studios of 40–46 sq m also come up; More Property currently lists units of 46 sq m. The apartments were handed over fully fitted, with European-standard kitchens and bathrooms and a furniture package, so most units are ready to move into. Upper floors look over the city with partial sea views, while the outlook from the lower floors can be blocked by neighbouring buildings, so it is worth checking the view for each unit.

Who it suits

Park Royal 1 suits buyers who want a compact apartment for living or wintering close to central Pattaya, as well as those considering a studio for long-term letting. Anyone who wants a pool in the grounds, a gym and a beach within walking distance should look at the neighbouring developments or at buildings closer to the sea. As in any Thai condominium, up to 49% of the total unit area can be registered in foreign freehold ownership (the foreign quota), with the rest held under the Thai quota or through a company.

To find out which condos for sale in Park Royal 1 are available now, contact More Property: we will send current listings, check the quota and condition of each unit, and arrange viewings.