Last Minute Holidays to Thailand in October

Resort stays are the most popular way to book a short-notice Thai break, and October offers a wide choice of options across the country.

• Hua Hin: Last Minute Resorts in October can offer excellent value on Corfu, and Benitses is a charming choice for travellers seeking a relaxed seaside base. This traditional fishing village on the island's east coast has a lively waterfront, family-run tavernas and easy access to nearby beaches. October brings warm sea temperatures and quieter streets, making it an ideal time to book a last-minute package with flights and accommodation included. It is exactly the brief our Thailand holidays deals are built around.
• Pattaya: Pattaya is a large coastal resort roughly two hours from the capital by road, with a broad choice of hotels, water parks and beach areas. Its range of accommodation means you can find everything from budget hotels to larger family resorts, which gives good value when booking at short notice, the same brief our Thailand Luxury Holidays deals are built around. The town is busy and lively, so it works best for travellers who want evening entertainment and a wide range of restaurants. In October, expect some rain, but many indoor attractions keep you entertained when the weather turns.
• Khao Lak: Khao Lak sits on the Andaman coast of Phang Nga province and is known for calm, gently shelving beaches and quieter resorts that suit families. Its proximity to the neighbouring national park lets visitors combine a beach stay with rainforest excursions, which adds variety to a short-notice trip. Because it is a quieter coast, the resort choice is smaller than in the busiest areas, so we recommend booking early. Thailand Family Holidays from this area can be a relaxed choice, though the rainy season can bring heavier showers, so flexible daily plans will help.
• Koh Samui: Koh Samui is the largest island in the Gulf of Thailand and has its own airport with direct flights from the capital, which keeps onward travel simple after you land. Its resort range includes family-friendly hotels, spa properties and beachfront stays, so you can tailor the choice to your budget and style. The Gulf coast follows a different weather pattern from the Andaman side, which makes October a useful month to compare. Cheap Thailand Holidays to this island can still deliver resort comfort and an easy base for last minute booking.
• Chiang Mai: Chiang Mai is the largest city in northern Thailand, surrounded by mountains and known for its old walled town and hundreds of Buddhist temples. The air is generally cooler than on the coast, and the city offers a relaxed base for temples, markets and mountain day trips, the same brief our Thailand All Inclusive Holidays deals are built around. Many of its hotels are boutique or small guesthouse properties, which gives a more personal stay than a large resort. October is part of the rainy season here too, so we suggest packing lightweight waterproof layers and planning outdoor sightseeing for drier spells.