Meliá Pattaya Hotel Brings Muay Thai Experiences to Guests Following Tyson Fury Netflix Spotlight

Pattaya’s coastal luxury scene just added a punch of athletic action. Following a high-profile stint in the international boxing spotlight alongside heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, Meliá Pattaya Hotel is inviting guests of all ages to step into the ring and experience Thailand's legendary national sport.

Younger travelers staying at the property can now learn the ropes through complimentary Muay Thai sessions hosted at Kidsdom, the resort’s dedicated club for children aged four to 12. Designed strictly around coordination, agility, and fun rather than contact or sparring, the classes introduce kids to fundamental stances, basic footwork, guards, and non-contact strikes.

Grown-ups eager to channel their inner heavyweight can book private one-hour beginner Thai boxing classes for THB 600 net. Depending on daily availability, these sessions take place against stunning backdrops, ranging from the panoramic Yitong Sky Bar overlooking the Gulf of Thailand to flexible indoor event spaces.

A Star-Studded Legacy

This energetic fitness programming follows the hotel's recent triumph as the official venue partner for Goldstar Promotions. Meliá Pattaya famously hosted the Tyson Fury versus Mariusz Wach press conference inside the Khraam Ballroom and the official weigh-in at the beachfront LAY Beach Club ahead of their epic summer match at Pattaya’s Max Muay Thai Stadium—events captured for the upcoming Season 3 of Netflix’s At Home with the Furys.

Beyond the sports headlines, the historic event carried a powerful philanthropic mission. Ticket sales proceeds benefited Pattaya’s Father Ray Foundation, supporting roughly 850 disadvantaged children and students with disabilities—a cause championed by Fury, who received the inaugural WBC Humanitarian title following his visit.

Meliá Pattaya Hotel has built an ongoing bond with the foundation, having previously launched its "Meliá Lunch with Love" community outreach program to donate meals and spend quality time with the children.

"Muay Thai is such a significant part of Thailand’s sporting and cultural identity, and we want our guests to have opportunities to connect with the destination in fun and meaningful ways," says Alexander Lopez, General Manager of Meliá Pattaya Hotel. "After the excitement of welcoming the international boxing community to the hotel for the Fury and Wach events, it is fitting that our own guests, from our youngest visitors to adults, try Muay Thai for the first time and experience some of the fundamentals of boxing themselves."

Effortless Coastal Living

Opened in early 2025 just a convenient 90-minute drive from Bangkok, Meliá Pattaya Hotel continues to redefine coastal family getaways. Beyond the new boxing sessions, family-friendly amenities include a dedicated children’s pool and specialized kids’ menus across dining destinations like Saneh Sarae and LAY Beach Club.

For travelers seeking a getaway that pairs cultural engagement with heavyweight luxury, this beachfront sanctuary delivers a knockout stay.

Practical Information

• Location: Meliá Pattaya Hotel, Pattaya, Thailand (approx. 1.5 hours from Bangkok)
• Reservations & Inquiries: Visit melia.com, email info.pattaya@melia.com, or call +66 33 168 555