Where to Stay in Phuket Town?
There are many small hotels in Phuket Town, including a few known brands, and the old town is packed with guesthouses set in renovated Sino-Portuguese shophouses. The old town has become a selfie playground, and most visitors prefer to stay in the historical area, making it easy to enjoy the architecture, the local restaurants and the many cafes.
Who is Phuket Town For?
- Those who like old streets and a great photo playground.
- Those who want to see more Thai people than tourists.
What’s Good?
- Great for a day of exploration in the old street.
- A lot of good local food.
- Several fun night markets.
What’s Not?
- It’s far from any swimmable beach.
The Geography of Phuket Town
Phuket town could be divided into three or even four areas, which will become an important factor when looking for the right hotel. One important fact to remember is that Phuket town is 14 km away from the beautiful beaches you see on social media: all the famous beaches are on the west coast, but the city is on the east coast.
- The old historical streets of Phuket Town are the most beautiful and fun to explore, but you will mostly find tiny guesthouses around the famous Thalang Road, Dibuk and Phang Nga Roads.
- The outskirts of the old town have bigger hotels and are a decent distance from the historic centre.
- The close suburb of Phuket City. There are a few hotels around, but you will need a ride downtown.
- The far outskirts are tempting when you check your usual hotel booking website, but you will be surprised how far these can be from downtown!
HOTELS IN THE OLD STREETS
The Memory at On On Hotel
The Memory at On On Hotel is undoubtedly the most iconic and best-known heritage hotel on Phuket Island for a few reasons. Built in 1927 and called Un Un Hotel, the hotel possesses a strong Sino-Portuguese personality in a central location on Phang Nga Road, the heart of old Phuket Town.
The renovation was done extremely well, and what was once that cheap backpacker hotel featured in the movie The Beach with Leonardo DiCaprio is now a trendy hotel. The location on Phang Nga Road is very convenient for exploring all the old streets of Phuket. Read more
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Beach | No beach nearby. Phuket Town is 13 km from Patong Beach. Focus is cultural exploration, not swimming. |
| Hotel | 3-star heritage hotel, 35 rooms. Built 1927, renovated maintaining Sino-Portuguese architecture. Featured in film The Beach with Leonardo DiCaprio. |
| Facilities | 24-hour front desk, complimentary tea and coffee throughout day. No restaurant, pool, or gym. Reading area upstairs. |
| What’s Around? | Heart of Old Town on Phang Nga Road. Sunday Market 250m. Soi Romanee, Thalang Road, cafes, restaurants all within 5-minute walk. |
| Who is it for? | Culture enthusiasts, photographers, couples wanting authentic heritage experience. Not for beach holidays, families needing pools, or luxury expectations. |
| Worth Noticing | Historic building means thin walls, noise from adjacent rooms and street. No food service. Rooms modest in size. Character over comfort. |
| Price | Budget to Mid-range |
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 is an amazing gem with a great location on Yaowarat Road in Old Phuket Town. The hotel is small and intimate, designed with passion by the young owner around the story of Martina Rozells, an important but mysterious personality of Phuket in the 18th century. Read more
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Beach | No beach nearby. Phuket Town is 13 km from Patong Beach. |
| Hotel | 3-star boutique heritage hotel. Small intimate property designed around story of Martina Rozells, important 18th century Phuket figure. |
| Facilities | One swimming pool, one restaurant and bar. Modern creative design with historical references. |
| What’s Around? | On Yaowarat Road in Old Town. Sunday Market 450m. Surrounded by colourful shophouses, street art, cafes. |
| Who is it for? | Design enthusiasts, couples wanting unique stay. Not for families with young children or beach-focused travellers. |
| Worth Noticing | Small property means limited availability. Concept-driven design may not suit everyone. Pool quite small. |
| Price | Mid-range |
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
Phuket 346 is a typical Sino-Portuguese architecture shophouse converted into a guesthouse with small but comfortable rooms, a cafe, and a contemporary art gallery on Soi Romanee.
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Beach | No beach nearby. Phuket Town is 13 km from Patong Beach. |
| Hotel | Budget guesthouse. Converted Sino-Portuguese shophouse with small rooms, cafe, contemporary art gallery. |
| Facilities | Cafe only. No pool, restaurant, or gym. Art gallery on premises. |
| What’s Around? | On famous Soi Romanee, most photographed street in Old Town. Sunday Market 250m. Central location for exploring. |
| Who is it for? | Budget travellers, backpackers, solo travellers. Not for those wanting amenities, space, or comfort. |
| Worth Noticing | Very basic accommodation. Small rooms typical of shophouse conversion. Minimal facilities. Location compensates for simplicity. |
| Price | Budget |
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
Casa Blanca’s whitewashed façade and baskets of bougainvillaea flowers give it a fresh, inviting look before you even step inside. This 17-room hotel offers a cosy place to stay with bright, well-furnished rooms and a small shared swimming pool.
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.
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Beach | No beach nearby. Phuket Town is 13.4 km from Patong Beach. |
| Hotel | 3-star boutique hotel, 17 rooms. Whitewashed facade with bougainvillaea. Bright rooms with unique colour schemes and artwork. |
| Facilities | Small shared swimming pool. On-site cafe serving breakfast and simple meals. |
| What’s Around? | On Phuket Road in Old Town. Surrounded by excellent local Thai restaurants and street food within walking distance. |
| Who is it for? | Couples, small groups wanting charming boutique experience. Not for families needing large pool or extensive facilities. |
| Worth Noticing | Small 17-room property means intimate but limited. Pool quite modest. Limited on-site dining options beyond cafe. |
| Price | Mid-range |
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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HOTELS NEAR OLD TOWN
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
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Beach | No beach nearby. Phuket Town is 15 km from Patong Beach. |
| Hotel | 4-star international brand hotel. Formerly the old Metropole Hotel. Modern rooms with contemporary amenities, reliable Marriott standards. |
| Facilities | One pool, fitness centre, three restaurants and bars. Rooftop dining with views. |
| What’s Around? | Next to the clock circle. Old Town 600m, 8-minute walk. Central location for exploring the city centre. |
| Who is it for? | Business travellers, those wanting reliable brand standards, and families. Not for those wanting heritage character or beach proximity. |
| Worth Noticing | Modern hotel lacks Old Town character. Higher price than independent hotels. A chain hotel feel rather than a boutique experience. |
| Price | Upper Mid-range |
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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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.
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Beach | No beach nearby. Phuket Town is 15 km from Patong Beach. |
| Hotel | 4-star, 180 rooms across 18 floors. Contemporary design with modern amenities, air conditioning, WiFi, flat-screen TVs, minibars. |
| Facilities | Pool, fitness centre, spa. Restaurant serving Thai and international dishes. Rooftop bar with panoramic views. |
| What’s Around? | On Chanacharoen Road. City centre 600m, 8-minute walk. Central location for shopping and dining. |
| Who is it for? | Business travellers, families wanting facilities. Not for budget travellers or those wanting heritage character. |
| Worth Noticing | Larger chain hotel lacks boutique charm. Generic international style. Higher rates than smaller properties. |
| Price | Upper Mid-range |
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.
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Beach | No beach nearby. Phuket Town is 13 km from Patong Beach. |
| Hotel | 3-star. Restored 80-year-old Sino-Portuguese mansion. Mix of private rooms and dormitories. Music theme throughout with grand piano. |
| Facilities | Coffee shop only. No pool or restaurant. Elegant lobby area with grand piano. |
| What’s Around? | Phuket Town outskirts, 1 km from central Old Town. Baan Chinpracha mansion, Thai Hua Museum within 10-minute walk. |
| Who is it for? | Budget travellers, backpackers, solo travellers. Not for those wanting central location, full hotel facilities, or quiet setting. |
| Worth Noticing | Distance from central Old Town means less convenient location. Dormitory option attracts budget travellers. Limited facilities beyond accommodation. |
| Price | Budget |
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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HOTELS OUTSIDE PHUKET TOWN
Sinae Phuket
Sinae Phuket luxury hotel is for those looking to escape the crowds and enjoy a peaceful stay in Phuket with unobstructed sea views. Located on Koh Siray, this 5-star hotel offers ocean-view pool villas, a stunning hillside setting, and a quiet atmosphere just minutes from Phuket’s central Old Town. Unlike the busy beaches of Patong or Kata, Sinae Phuket feels secluded and exclusive, making it an ideal choice for those who want to relax in a natural, private setting. Read more
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Beach | No swimmable beach. On Koh Siray island with ocean views but unsuitable swimming. Beaches 20-30 minutes drive. |
| Hotel | 5-star luxury, ocean-view pool villas. Hillside setting with unobstructed sea views. Private pools in each villa. |
| Facilities | Private pool per villa, spa, two restaurants. Focus on exclusivity and privacy. |
| What’s Around? | Koh Siray, minutes from Phuket Town centre. Isolated location, limited walkable options. Transport needed for attractions. |
| Who is it for? | Those wanting luxury privacy, couples, honeymooners. Not for beach enthusiasts, families with kids, or those without transport. |
| Worth Noticing | No beach access despite ocean views. Very isolated location. High prices for location away from main beaches. |
| Price | Ultra-luxury |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1 per villa
Restaurants and bars: 2
Open: 24 hours
Check-in: 3 pm – Check-out: 12 noon
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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
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Beach | No beach nearby. Patong Beach 12 km away. Phuket Town 3 km. |
| Hotel | 4-star, 43 rooms. Sino-colonial architecture with grand archways, elaborate tiled flooring, carved wooden doors. Built around large pool. |
| Facilities | One swimming pool with terrace, one restaurant. Open airy lobby and dining areas. |
| What’s Around? | Phuket Town outskirts on Chaofa West Road. Naka Weekend Market nearby. Central Mall few minutes drive. Neighbourhood not attractive. |
| Who is it for? | Shoppers, those wanting pool facility near town. Not for those wanting Old Town atmosphere or walkable location. |
| Worth Noticing | Unattractive surroundings. Distance from both beach and Old Town centre. Better for shopping than sightseeing. |
| Price | Mid-range |
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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