If you want to have any sort of gay life you should DEFINITELY stay in Patong. Staying on the east coast, Cape Panwa or any of the other resorts will make it very difficult to enjoy the island's wonderful gay life. It is totally centred in the Paradise Centre. Relying on taxis, shuttle services and private limousines is costly and can only cause problems - you really don't want them getting involved in your "noctunal affairs" and then there is the usual drama of the boys wanting to go back before you, etc.

Patong Beach has some lovely hotels, where you should be very happy. Many will try to rip you off with a joiners charge - ask directly before you book, preferably in an email, so you have a record.

Alternatively take a room in one of the guesthouses in the Paradise area, which you can use whenever you need it, without any questions asked, etc - and also means you can have a relaxed hassle-free time at your resort.

A number of visitors take a room in Paradise for the duration of their stay. You can get a room for around 500 baht a night, with aircon, bathroom, TV, etc and clean sheets every day! THe best on offer is LE TANJONG guest house, but you can also try Baan Paradise, Connect Guest House or Paradise Corner.

You will probably find that you are happy to stay in your Paradise guesthouse for the entire stay. Some are really nice and show how overpriced the so-called luxury resorts are.

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