Check out the "diana inn" on the secound road.
Ive been staying there when in pattaya for the last 15 years, around 700 per night, no joiners fee, pool, 3 good restarants, great staff and rooms very clean.
In that time Ive only not stayed there 2 nights, that was at the apex which is the worst hotel Ive ever stayed at.
cheers Rex
http://www.dianapattaya.co.th/diana.html