Where to watch the MotoGP races in Pattaya

Watching MotoGP races in Pattaya is very easy and a favorite activity for motorsport fans, expats (especially Europeans and Aussies), and tourists — the city has a strong network of sports bars that show every session live on big screens, usually with English commentary. Pattaya’s central areas (Soi Buakhao, LK Metro, Jomtien) make it simple to find a great spot with cold beer and good food. Here’s everything you need to know for the 2026 MotoGP season.

The Next MotoGP race to watch in Pattaya October 2026:

Indonesia MotoGP Sunday 11th October 2026 in Lombok Indonesia. Race time in Pattaya starts at 12pm Sunday 11th October 2026.

Best Sports Bars in Pattaya to Watch MotoGP

Pattaya’s top venues are central or in Jomtien — expat/Aussie-heavy, multiple HD screens/projectors, sound on, and confirmed MotoGP coverage (especially I-Rovers and Fraser’s, which are legendary for motorsports). Here are the standout recommendations:

Robin Hood Tavern

Location and Map link

The Avenue Shopping Mall, Second Road

Restaurant type

English Pub. Opens at 7am; reliable for MotoGP; family-friendly gastropub. Beer prices 80–150 (craft beers higher)

Food Highlights at The Robin Hood

European/English & Thai; popular: Full English breakfast, Sunday carvery/roast, steakhouse steaks, pies (e.g., Guinness steak pie).

Always check their Facebook pages for the specific event, as schedules can vary for big PPVs.

The Robin Hood Tavern accept credit cards with 3% surcharge.

The Sportsman Pub

Location and Map link

Soi 13 half way down between Beach Road and Pattaya Second Road

Restaurant type

Opens early (from 8am); multiple screens. Traditional British pub vibe. Beer prices 80–140 (local draught ~100–120). Iconic pub with wall-to-wall screens; shows MotoGP reliably; opens early for morning races; commentary on; lively crowd, great for groups

Food Highlights at The Sportsman

Western/Aussie pub classics: Steaks, burgers, pizzas, all-day breakfasts; highlights include grilled steaks, loaded burgers, and full English/Aussie breakfasts.

Hemingways Pattaya

Location and Map Link

Just off Pattaya Second Road – Google Map location

Restaurant Type

Multiple large TVs (15+); shows AFL games; family-friendly, good atmosphere; expat hangout

Food Highlights at Hemingway’s Pattaya

Breakfast available until 2pm. Daily specials. Thai food. Burgers, Pizza, Steaks, Bangers and Mash, Pasta, Homemade Pies. Western bar food with Thai options — sandwiches, comfort plates, Thai fried rice.

i-Rovers Sports Bar

i-Rovers is open 7 days a week from 7am – 1am

Location and Map link

Soi LK Metro – in the heart of the nightlife area of Pattaya – 12 minutes walk from downtown Beach Road Central Pattaya

Restaurant type

Pattaya’s #1 sports bar and “Home of Sport”. 21+ large HD TVs + 120-inch projector; multiple satellite feeds; shows all MotoGP sessions live (practice to podium); opens long hours; lively expat crowd; pool tables, darts; often packed for big races. Has Accommodations – rooms from 650 Thb per night.

Food Highlights at i-Rovers

Extensive Western & Thai menu; popular: Full English/Irish breakfast (sausages, bacon, eggs, black pudding), charcoal BBQ ribeye, pies.

The Nest Bar

Location and Map link

Soi Diana – just around the corner from LK Metro – also entrance to Soi Diana from Pattaya

Restaurant type

Previously known as Robin’s Nest. Dedicated sports bar with multiple large TVs (indoor AC + open-air balcony); shows live MotoGP (you may have to ask them to switch the channel on a TV); relaxed vibe. Have rooms from 1000 Thb per night.

Food Highlights at The Nest

Diverse menu of European and Thai dishes, with the tender Sunday roast carvery and smoky BBQ ribs being famous favorites.

Best Sports Bars in Jomtien to Watch MotoGP

Jomtien Beach is about just under 4km from Pattaya Beach. You can easily get a songthaew (a shared public taxi) for 15 THB, takes around 15 minutes.

Booties Sports Bar

Open 8am – 1am 7 days a week.

Location and Map link

Located quite a way up the hill away from the beach. A fair hike down to get to beach road (20 minutes or more) 0 – Google Map location of Bootie’s

Restaurant Type

The latest Sports Bar to open in the Pattaya / Jomtien, opened in August 2026. A large venue, with multiple levels and plenty of large TV screens and a massive screen right at the front of the bar. Confirmed that they show the MotoGP.

Booties does not have a website yet so no link to their food menu.

Food Highlights at Booties

The food at Booties is all the same at all the sports bars, pub food, pizza, burgers, Thai food etc. I haven’t tried there yet!

The Clubhouse

Location and Map link

Beach Road – a fair way down Jomtien Beach (20 minutes walk from the main interection into Beach Road) – Google Map location of The Clubhouse Jomtien

Restaurant type

Same same as all the others food wise. They have 2 pool tables on the right side of the bar. Plenty of TV screens.

Food Highlights at The Clubhouse

Thai Omlette 70 Baht, Egg Fried Rice 70 THB – Delicious!

Fraser’s Pub

Fraser’s Pub is open 7 days a week from 8am – 11pm

Location and Map link

Jomtien Located far from Jomtien Beach – almost at the top of the hill, on the main road half way back to Pattaya. You can get a Songthaew open back public transport from Pattaya in around 15 minutes for 15 THB.

Restaurant type

Aussie-owned/run by popular expat Stewart Fraser. Multiple large TVs; reliable for MotoGP, F1, AFL, NRL, UFC; friendly, welcoming vibe; accommodates viewing requests; great for groups

Food Highlights at Fraser’s

Classic Aussie pub food: Parmas (chicken parmigiana), burgers, schnitzels, pies; highlights include juicy chicken parmas, hearty schnitzels, and traditional Aussie pies

Practical Tips for Watching MotoGP in Pattaya & Jomtien

• Check ahead: Bars post weekly schedules on Facebook (search bar name + “MotoGP schedule”). Message to confirm sound/commentary — most do for MotoGP.
• Atmosphere: Expat-heavy (Aussies/Brits), tourists, locals. Gets loud and fun for Thailand GP, Mugello, Phillip Island — arrive early!
• Food & Drinks: Pub classics (burgers, wings, steaks), Thai options, cheap beers (Singha, Chang, Leo ~70–100 THB), happy hours common.
• Alternatives: Stream on beIN SPORTS CONNECT app via phone/hotel TV (subscription needed; cast to smart TV/Chromecast).
• Location tip: Central Pattaya (Soi Buakhao/LK Metro) or Jomtien — baht bus/Grab access.

MotoGP Broadcast in Thailand (2026 Season)

MotoGP rights in Thailand (and most of Southeast Asia) are held by beIN Sports (continuing from previous years). Coverage includes:

• All practice sessions, qualifying, sprints, and full races live.
• Broadcast on beIN Sports channels (beIN Sports 1/2) via TrueVisions cable/satellite.
• Streaming on beIN SPORTS CONNECT app/website (subscription ~THB 249–499/month depending on package).

Most Pattaya sports bars subscribe to beIN/TrueVisions or use international satellite feeds and will show every session live. They often open early for European races (late night/early morning Thailand time) or stay open late for Asian/Australian GPs.

Enjoy the high-speed action with a cold one in the tropics.

Upcoming MotoGP races in 2026:

Australia MotoGP Sunday 25th October 2026 on Phillip Island Victoria. Race time in Pattaya begins at 10am Sunday 25th October 2026.

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Last updated 5th October 2026