I will not be in Pattaya long enough to warrant renting a room in Yensabai..or am I wrong in assuming that Yensabai is more of a long term accommodation??

I tend to be on the thrifty side..600-800 baht a night for a basic room is all I need.[/QUOTE]

Have you checked out Mosaik apartments.

Any stay 9 nights or less, you just pay for the room.
No charge for electricity or water. Also room service every day. Clean towel every day.