12 Best Hotels in Phuket Town 🧳

The Memory at On On Hotel

The Memory at On On Hotel is the oldest hotel in Phuket, and probably the most famous. Built in 1927, originally called Un Un Hotel, it gained worldwide attention when it appeared in the movie ‘The Beach’ with Leonardo DiCaprio in 2000. Back then, it was a cheap backpacker spot, 180 Baht for a fan room with a shared shower. Those days are long gone.

The hotel was completely renovated and reopened as ‘The Memory at On On Hotel’. The Sino-Portuguese architecture was carefully preserved, with high ceilings, colonial details, antique furnishings, but everything inside is now modern and comfortable. There are four room types, from Superior to The Memory Suite, all with air conditioning, free minibar restocked daily, Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms. Each room has its own colour theme and vintage character.

The location on Phang Nga Road is hard to beat. The Sunday Walking Street literally passes your front door. Soi Romanee, Thai Hua Museum, and dozens of good restaurants are all within a few minutes’ walk. Cafe Mem next door does croissants, coffee, and light meals. Complimentary snacks and drinks are available in the lobby throughout the day. No pool. Read more

Address: 19 Phangnga Rd, Tambon Talat Yai, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000
Range: 3-star
Restaurants and bars: none
Swimming pool: none
Distance to the closest beach (Patong): 13.4 km
Distance from Phuket Airport: 33 km
Distance to the night market: 250 m

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Hotel Verdigris

Hotel Verdigris has 14 rooms, accepts adults only, and is one of the most beautifully designed hotels in Phuket Town. It’s on Yaowarat Road, about a 7-minute walk from the main Old Town streets. The design draws from Phuket’s Sino-Portuguese heritage but adds art deco details, marble, velvet, and copper-green tones throughout. It’s named after the colour of aged copper, and the whole place feels like stepping into another era. Rooms come with Tempur-Pedic beds, Starbucks coffee pods, TWG tea, a free minibar with snacks and soft drinks, smart TVs with Netflix, and HARNN toiletries.

Breakfast is the highlight. It’s cooked to order and served in the Sunroom, a bright glasshouse space. You can choose Western or Thai, and the Thai options are brought in fresh from local restaurants. Several guests say it was the best meal they had in Phuket. There’s a small pool in the courtyard, a hot tub, free bikes, and a free shuttle to get around Old Town. Staff leave handwritten notes and evening tea at your door. The attention to detail is exceptional for a hotel this size. Read more

Address: 154 Yaowarat Rd, Tambon Talat Yai, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000
Restaurants and bars: 1
Swimming pool: 1
Distance to the closest beach (Patong): 13 km
Distance to the night market: 450 m

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Phuket 346 Guesthouse

Only 3 rooms, and the address is literally Soi Romanee, the most photographed street in Phuket Old Town. Phuket 346 is a converted Sino-Portuguese shophouse that doubles as a contemporary art gallery. The rooms are small but thoughtfully done, with hardwood floors, high ceilings, white walls with bold colour accents, and original artwork throughout. Each room has air conditioning, a shower, and views over the Bangniew junction below.

It’s family-run and feels like it. The owner lives on site, and the atmosphere is more like staying at someone’s home than checking into a hotel. There’s a small cafe downstairs for light snacks and drinks. No pool, no breakfast spread, no fancy extras. But you’re in the centre of Old Town, surrounded by cafes, restaurants, and the Sunday Walking Street is right outside your door. Best for solo travellers or couples who want character over comfort.

Address: 15 Soi Rommani, Tambon Talat Yai, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000
Distance to the closest beach (Patong): 13 km
Distance to the night market: 250 m

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Casa Blanca Boutique Hotel

You won’t find a better Old Town location than this. Casa Blanca is on Phuket Road, right in the middle of everything, steps from Soi Romanee, the Sunday Walking Street, and dozens of good restaurants and coffee shops. The building is a restored colonial Sino-Portuguese house, and it looks the part. Each of the 17 rooms is individually decorated with different colour schemes and artwork. Wood floors, private balconies, and fresh fruit left in your room daily. It feels personal in a way that bigger hotels can’t match.

There’s a small courtyard pool, nothing fancy, but enough to cool off after walking around town all day. The staff get consistently excellent reviews, the kind of team that helps you book tours, recommends where to eat, and actually remembers what you asked for.
One thing worth knowing is that rooms facing the street can get noisy. There’s a bar opposite that plays live music until late. If you’re a light sleeper, ask for a courtyard room at the back. No lift either, so keep that in mind if you have heavy bags.

Thoughtful details include large bouquets in the lobby area and rooms with unique colour schemes and artwork. The café on-site offers breakfasts and simple meals, while the hotel is surrounded by many of the excellent local Thai restaurants and street food that Phuket is famous for.

Address: 26 Phuket Road, Talad Yai, Muang, Phuket 83000
Range: 3-star
Restaurants and bars: 1
Swimming pool: 1
Distance to the closest beach (Patong): 13.4 km

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Xinlor House

With only 17 rooms in a renovated Sino-Portuguese shophouse, Xinlor House is about as Old Town as it gets. Dibuk Road puts you right in the thick of it, 200 metres from Soi Romanee, a short walk to the Sunday Walking Street, and about 3 minutes on foot from Thai Hua Museum.

The owners kept a lot of the building’s original character. Rooms are simple but well thought out, with good beds, rain showers, and tea and coffee makers. Some have balconies, and a few come with bathtubs on the rooftop terrace, which is a nice surprise for a budget hotel. It’s small enough that staff remember your name after the first day.

There’s no pool and no restaurant, but you don’t need either here. A good matcha and coffee place operates on the ground floor, and you’re surrounded by some of the best local food in Phuket Town. Bike rental is available if you want to explore further out. Rooms are on the smaller side, and there’s no lift, so you’ll be carrying bags up stairs. Check-in is between 2 pm and 7 pm, so plan your arrival around that.

Address: 78 Dibuk Rd, Tambon Talat Nuea, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 685 216
Range: 3-star
Swimming Pool: 0
Restaurants: 0
Distance to the closest beach (Patong): 13 km

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Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town

Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town is the latest luxury hotel to open on the Island, with an excellent location and a short distance from the lovely streets of Old Phuket Town. The hotel is just next to the iconic clock circle.

The building itself is well known by locals and long-time residents, as it used to be the old Metropole Hotel. Read more

Address: 1 Soi Surin, Tambon Talat Yai, Muang, Phuket 83000
Range: 4-Star Hotel
Swimming pool: 1
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance from city centre: 600 m (8 minutes walk)
Distance to Patong Beach: 15 km

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Royal Phuket City Hotel

Address: 154 Phangnga Rd, Tambon Talat Yai, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 233 333
Range: 4-star
Swimming Pool: 1
Restaurants: 3
Distance to the closest beach (Patong): 15 km

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Novotel Phuket Phokeethra

Novotel Phuket City Phokeethra is a 4-star hotel conveniently situated in close proximity to the vibrant heart of Phuket City. With its contemporary design, the hotel boasts a selection of 180 modern rooms and suites, all equipped with state-of-the-art amenities like air conditioning, Wi-Fi access, flat-screen televisions, and minibars.

Guests can take advantage of the hotel’s impressive facilities, including a fully-equipped fitness centre, a rooftop bar with panoramic views, a rejuvenating spa, and a restaurant serving delectable Thai and international dishes.

Address: 40/5 Chanacharoen Rd, Amphur Muang, Phuket 83000
Range: 5-Star Hotel
Swimming pool: 1
Restaurants and bars: 2 (1 rooftop bar)
Rooms: 180 rooms, 18 floors
Distance from city centre: 600 m (8 minutes walk)
Distance to Patong Beach: 15 km

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Sound Gallery House

There are some lovely old Sino-Portuguese mansions around Phuket Town; sadly, some of them have been left to crumble for unknown reasons. In early 2019, one such 80-year-old mansion was restored and converted into a new hotel called Sound Gallery House.

Sound Gallery offers a mix of private rooms and dormitories and an elegant lobby area with a grand piano, keeping with the music theme. It’s a bit of a distance to the central downtown area of Phuket Town, but the historical sights of the Baan Chinpracha mansion and Thai Hua Museum are less than a 10-minute walk away.

Location: Phuket Town outskirts
Address: 33/6 Vichit Songkhram Road, Talad Neua, Muang, Phuket 83000
Range: 3-star
Restaurants and bars: only a coffee shop
Swimming pool: none
Distance to Phuket Town: 1 km
Distance to Patong: 13 km

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Ecoloft Hotel

Ecoloft is a 52-room hotel on Phang Nga Road Soi 4, about a 10-minute walk from the heart of Phuket Old Town. It’s a budget-friendly option that doesn’t feel cheap. The design goes for an industrial loft look, polished concrete walls mixed with pinewood panels, and it works well. Rooms are larger than you’d expect at this price point, clean, and quiet enough for a good night’s sleep.

The rooftop infinity pool is the big surprise here. It’s small but has nice views over Phuket Town, and it’s rarely crowded. There’s no restaurant on site, but the hotel makes up for it with free coffee, cookies, and snacks in the lobby all day. The minibar in your room gets restocked daily, also free. For a budget hotel, that’s a generous touch.

Location is convenient but not central. You’ll walk about 10 minutes to reach Thalang Road and the Sunday Walking Street. The bus terminal and Rassada Pier are both close by, which is handy if you’re heading to Phi Phi or Krabi. Free parking is available.

Address: 1 Phangnga Soi 4, Tambon Talat Yai, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 355 670
Swimming pools: 1 Rooftop pool
Restaurants: 1
Distance to the closest beach (Patong): 14 km

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Sino House Phuket Hotel

Sino House is a small 57-room budget hotel on Montree Road, right on the edge of Phuket Old Town. We like it for the location. You can walk to Thalang Road and the Sunday Walking Street in about 7 minutes, and there’s a 7-Eleven right across the street.

Rooms are spacious with big floor-to-ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light. The design has a modern Chinese feel, with ink-wash mountain murals behind the beds, rattan pendant lamps, and wooden platform bed frames. Each room comes with a sitting area, microwave, and a small fridge. It’s a nice touch for a hotel this size.

The Glass House restaurant is a real highlight. It’s a bright greenhouse-style space filled with hanging ferns, orchids, and green umbrellas overhead. They serve Thai and Vietnamese food, and breakfast is included with most bookings. Good coffee too. Downstairs, the Raintree Spa offers massages and treatments at 50% off for hotel guests, which makes it worth trying. Free parking is a bonus in this part of town where street spots fill up fast.

Address: Montri Rd, Talad Yai, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 232 494
Swimming pools: 0
Restaurants: 0
Distance to the closest beach (Patong): 14 km

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Little Nyonya Hotel

Set just southwest of Phuket Town, Little Nyonya is a charming 43-room retreat built by a local family with a long history in Phuket. While it has modern facilities, the hotel features classic Sino-colonial architecture with grand archways, elaborate tiled flooring and intricate carved wooden doors.

The building is wrapped around a large swimming pool and terrace, and its lobby and dining areas are open and airy. The surrounding neighbourhood isn’t very attractive, but the location is great if you’re planning to do some shopping, with the busy Naka weekend market just around the corner and the Central Mall a few minutes’ drive away. Read more

Location: Phuket Town outskirts
Address: 63/2 Chaofa West Road, Wichit, Muang, Phuket 83000
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 1
Distance to Patong Beach: 12 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 3 km

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