I was extremely pleased with my stay at Baan Pictory.
This 4-star hotel is very different from the typical commercial hotels which can be found alongside Pattaya beach. Because it is smaller in size (although spread on a 1000 s.m.!), the service was extremely flexible and focused on my specific needs. The size gives it an exclusive feel and the high-end, 'provencale'-style decor strengthens this atmosphere.

As for the price, I found it to be very competitive with respect to the service and amenities offered. I personally resided for 5 days in a 35 s.m. room and ended up paying 497 Euros, or 99 euros a day (breakfast is included, even during late mornings!).
All rooms are at floor-level and possess a direct access to an over-flow swimming pool (there are two).

An interesting feature of the hotel is the art gallery (situated in the club/lounge) which puts forward the artistic side of its creators. Books, DVDs, and various entertainment games including billiards and tric-trac are made available for free.

Baan Pictory is more than a typical hotel; it tries to set up a living experience, or "art-de-vivre", identical to what can be found in the South of France.

Highly recommended.