Staying in a heritage hotel in Phuket
Looking for a Heritage Style Hotel in Phuket Town? Phuket is home to some impressive heritage houses and historical sites dating back to its thriving tin mining days in the 1800s. Some of the shophouses and mansions built by Phuket high-society families and merchants a century ago have now been thoughtfully restored and converted into guesthouses, boutique shops and cafes.
For those looking for Phuket accommodation with some vintage character and retro charm, here are some of the best heritage hotels and guesthouses we’ve found. All of these are in or near Phuket Town.
| Update: Songkran Festival is on April 13 to 15 this year. If you are planning to visit Phuket in April, book early. Hotels in Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala, and Bangtao fill up fast during this period, some hotels are already fully booked. |
The Memory at On On Hotel
Once a cheap backpacker’s place to stay, the On On Hotel emerged from an extensive renovation some years ago as an attractive retro-chic hotel. Set in the heart of Phuket Old Town, it has mostly private rooms, but there’s also dormitory accommodation with a shared kitchen and living area.
The hotel has refreshed its original Sino-Portuguese look with a lobby area featuring an open courtyard, vintage photographs and antique items like a stately gramophone. It’s an ideal place to soak up some Old Town ambience, with sights like Sang Tham (Serene Light) Shrine and the Sunday Lard Yai street market nearby. Read more
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Phuket Town (Old Town historic centre) |
| Beach | No beach nearby. Patong Beach 13.4km, cultural experience in Old Town instead of beach stay. |
| Hotel | 3-star heritage hotel built 1927. Renovated Sino-Portuguese shophouse on Phang Nga Road, central old town location. |
| Facilities | No pool, no restaurant. Heritage architecture, basic accommodation, focus on historic character, central location convenience. |
| What’s Around | Heart of Old Town, night market 250m, excellent local restaurants, cafes. Walking distance to all attractions. |
| Who is it for? | Culture enthusiasts, budget travellers. Not for those wanting pools, restaurants, modern amenities, or beach proximity. |
| Worth Noticing | Featured in Leonardo DiCaprio film The Beach. Beautifully renovated 1927 heritage building, iconic Sino-Portuguese architecture. |
| Price | Budget |
Address: 19 Phangnga Rd, Tambon Talat Yai, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 363 700
Range: 3-star
Restaurants and bars: 1
Swimming pool: none
Distance to the closest beach (Patong): 13.4 km
Distance to the night market: 250 m
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Hotel Verdigris
Hotel Verdigris, nestled in the heart of Old Phuket Town on Yaowarat Road, offers a unique and intimate experience. Inspired by the enigmatic Martina Rozells, a historical figure from the 18th century, the boutique hotel is thoughtfully designed by its young owner.
With a prime location and a blend of historical charm and modern comforts, Hotel Verdigris is a remarkable gem in Phuket, providing guests with a memorable stay that reflects the rich heritage of the area. Read more
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Phuket Town (Yaowarat Road, Old Town) |
| Beach | No beach nearby. Patong Beach 13km. Urban cultural experience, not beach resort. Focus on town exploration. |
| Hotel | Boutique heritage hotel on Yaowarat Road. Small, intimate property with unique historical design inspired by Martina Rozells. |
| Facilities | Swimming pool, restaurant, bar. Heritage architecture with modern comforts, contemporary design elements, passionate local ownership. |
| What’s Around | Yaowarat Road in Old Town, night market 450m, restaurants, cafes. Easy walking to historic streets. |
| Who is it for? | Boutique hotel enthusiasts, culture travellers. Not for families wanting large pools or those prioritizing beach access. |
| Worth Noticing | Unique design story inspired by Martina Rozells, 18th century Phuket figure. Passionate young owner, distinctive character. |
| Price | Mid-range |
Location: Phuket Town
Address: 154 Yaowarat Rd, Tambon Talat Yai, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 530 629
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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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 | |
|---|---|
| Location | Phuket Town (Vichit Songkhram Road, outskirts) |
| Beach | No beach nearby. Patong Beach 13km. Heritage mansion accommodation focused on culture, not beach access. |
| Hotel | 3-star heritage hotel in restored 80-year-old Sino-Portuguese mansion. Private rooms and dormitories, music-themed design. |
| Facilities | Coffee shop only. Elegant lobby with grand piano, no pool. Heritage architecture, music theme, basic amenities. |
| What’s Around | Baan Chinpracha mansion, Thai Hua Museum within 10-minute walk. Town centre 1km, local restaurants, markets nearby. |
| Who is it for? | Budget travellers, backpackers, heritage enthusiasts. Not for those wanting full-service hotels, pools, or central location. |
| Worth Noticing | Restored 80-year-old Sino-Portuguese mansion. Elegant lobby with grand piano, unique music theme throughout property. |
| Price | Budget |
Location: Phuket Town outskirts
Address: 33/6 Vichit Songkhram Road, Talad Neua, Muang, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 608 854
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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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 | |
|---|---|
| Location | Phuket Town (Phuket Road, Old Town) |
| Beach | No beach nearby. Patong Beach 13.4km. Town accommodation for cultural exploration, not beach holiday focus. |
| Hotel | 3-star boutique hotel, 17 rooms. Whitewashed facade with bougainvillaea, bright well-furnished rooms, unique colour schemes. |
| Facilities | Swimming pool, onsite cafe serving breakfast and simple meals. Thoughtful design details, fresh inviting aesthetic. |
| What’s Around | Surrounded by excellent local Thai restaurants, street food. Old Town attractions walking distance, night markets nearby. |
| Who is it for? | Couples, solo travellers, culture enthusiasts. Not for families wanting large resorts or beach-focused holidays. |
| Worth Noticing | Fresh whitewashed facade with bougainvillaea flowers. Unique room artwork, thoughtful design details, charming boutique atmosphere. |
| Price | Budget |
Address: 26 Phuket Road, Talad Yai, Muang, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 219 019
Range: 3-star
Restaurants and bars: 1
Swimming pool: 1
Distance to the closest beach (Patong): 13.4 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 Central Mall a few minutes’ drive away. Read more
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location | Phuket Town (Chaofa West Road, Wichit suburb) |
| Beach | No beach nearby. Patong Beach 12km. Suburban hotel for shopping access, not beach-focused stay. |
| Hotel | 4-star hotel, 43 rooms. Classic Sino-colonial architecture, grand archways, elaborate tiled floors, carved wooden doors. |
| Facilities | Large swimming pool, restaurant, terrace. Open airy dining areas, modern facilities with heritage architecture styling. |
| What’s Around | Naka weekend market adjacent, Central Festival mall minutes away. Town centre 3km, shopping focus, suburban setting. |
| Who is it for? | Shoppers, families wanting pools, business travellers. Not for those wanting town centre location or beach access. |
| Worth Noticing | Classic Sino-colonial architecture with elaborate details. Adjacent to Naka weekend market, near Central Festival shopping mall. |
| Price | Mid-range |
Location: Phuket Town outskirts
Address: 63/2 Chaofa West Road, Wichit, Muang, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 355 901
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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The Rommanee Boutique Guesthouse
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This tiny place with only four guest rooms is found along the colourful Rommanee Lane, perfect for those who want to be immersed in the Phuket Old Town scene for a night or two.
The owners saved the shophouse from years of neglect by giving it a big makeover with many personal touches, including local artwork and photographs adorning the walls. Each room is brightly painted, with the two larger rooms at the front overlooking the street. A great spot if you’re hoping to spend some time exploring the Old Town streets and markets.
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Phuket Town, Rommanee Lane |
| Beach | Not beachfront. Patong Beach 12.1 km away, approximately 20 minutes drive. Old Town location focuses on culture, not beaches. |
| Hotel | 2-star boutique guesthouse. Four guest rooms in restored shophouse. Air conditioning, flat-screen TV, microwave, fridge. Brightly painted rooms. |
| Facilities | Free WiFi, laundry service, airport shuttle available. No restaurant, pool or gym. Basic but comfortable accommodation with personal touches. |
| What’s Around | Sunday Walking Street Market 150 metres. Thai restaurants, cafes, art galleries within walking distance. Colourful Rommanee Lane with souvenir shops. |
| Who is it for? | Couples, solo travellers, culture enthusiasts. Not for families needing space, beach holidaymakers, or those wanting resort amenities. |
| Worth Noticing | Restored shophouse with local artwork and photographs. Perfect location on colourful Rommanee Lane. Two larger front rooms overlook the street. |
| Price | Budget |
Room rates: Starting from about 750 baht
Address: 15 Soi Rommanee, Thalang Road, Talad Yai, Muang, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 214 488
Range: 3-star
Swimming pools: 0
Restaurants and bars: 0
Distance to Patong Beach: 12.1 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 150 m
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99 Oldtown Boutique Guesthouse
Found right on Phuket’s historic Thalang Road, the 99 Oldtown guesthouse offers 15 cosy rooms in a restored shophouse. Folding wooden doors lead to a lobby area softly lit with lanterns, giving it a hint of Chinese flair.
They’ve retained many classic Phuket shophouse features like a koi fish pond and louvred shutters. The rooms are small but well-appointed for the price, with a four-poster bed, fridge and small desk. For anyone hoping to wander the Old Town streets and visit the Sunday night market, there are few places better located than 99 Oldtown.
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Phuket Town, Thalang Road |
| Beach | Not beachfront. Patong Beach 12.9 km away. Town location prioritises cultural experience and historic architecture over beach access. |
| Hotel | 2-star guesthouse. 15 rooms in restored shophouse on Thalang Road. Air conditioning, flat-screen TV, fridge, small desk, four-poster bed. |
| Facilities | Free WiFi, laundry service. No restaurant, pool or gym. Lantern-lit lobby with folding wooden doors, koi fish pond. |
| What’s Around | Sunday night market 350 metres. Sino-Portuguese mansions, cafes, restaurants on Thalang Road. Thai Hua Museum, shops within walking distance. |
| Who is it for? | Budget travellers, couples, solo explorers. Not for families requiring large rooms, beach holidaymakers, or those wanting modern facilities. |
| Worth Noticing | Located directly on historic Thalang Road. Classic shophouse features including koi pond, louvred shutters. Lantern-lit Chinese-style lobby creates atmosphere. |
| Price | Budget |
Room rates: Starting from about 650 baht
Address: 99 Thalang Road, Talad Yai, Muang, Phuket 83000
Phone: 081 797 4311
Range: 2-star
Swimming pools: 0
Restaurants and bars: 0
Distance to Patong Beach: 12.9 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 350 m
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The Rommanee Classic Guesthouse
The attention to detail gives this stylish hotel in a restored shophouse heaps of added character. The Rommanee Classic’s ground floor has a friendly, warm, inviting café with exposed brick walls and retro furnishings. The guest rooms upstairs are bright and thoughtfully decorated with Sino-Portuguese details.
Found right in the Old Town area, there are plenty of good cafes, bars and shops within easy walking distance, and on Sundays, you’ll just need to step out the door to be right in the hubbub of the Lard Yai night market.
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Phuket Town, Krabi Road |
| Beach | Not beachfront. Patong Beach 12.5 km away. Old Town heritage property focused on cultural immersion, not beach proximity. |
| Hotel | 2-star guesthouse in restored shophouse. Multiple rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV, seating area. Complimentary light breakfast daily. |
| Facilities | Ground floor cafe with retro furnishings, exposed brick walls. Free WiFi, shared lounge, shared kitchen. No pool or gym. |
| What’s Around | Sunday Lard Yai night market 150 metres. Cafes, bars, shops within easy walking distance. Thai Hua Museum nearby. |
| Who is it for? | Couples, budget travellers, culture enthusiasts. Not for those needing lifts, families wanting large spaces, or luxury resort seekers. |
| Worth Noticing | Reception through ground floor cafe. Sino-Portuguese details in bright rooms. Beautiful wooden stairs with no lift. Excellent location score. |
| Price | Budget |
Room rates: Starting from about 600 baht
Location: 4, 6 Krabi Road, Muang, Phuket 83000
Phone: 089 728 9871
Range: 2-star
Swimming pools: 0
Restaurants and bars: 0
Distance to Patong Beach: 12.5 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 150 m
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Quip Bed and Breakfast
Found in a shophouse that’s been made over with a quirky industrial vintage look, Quip adds some fun flavour to the Old Town area. The lobby and cafe are a stylish hangout area packed with eye-catching antiques and accents, including a classic car that’s been converted into the reception desk.
It’s a bit of a trek up a creaky staircase to get to the guest rooms, but if you carry on to the top, you can reward yourself with a drink at the rooftop bar. This would be a great place to stay during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival (unless you don’t like noise!), with the lively street processions going right past the guesthouse.
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Phuket Town, Phuket Road |
| Beach | Not beachfront. Patong Beach approximately 13 km away. Urban heritage location in Old Town, not suited for beach access. |
| Hotel | Quirky boutique guesthouse in shophouse. Industrial vintage design. Reception desk made from classic car. Air conditioning, modern amenities. |
| Facilities | Rooftop bar, ground floor cafe. Free WiFi. No restaurant, pool or gym. Stylish lobby packed with antiques and accents. |
| What’s Around | Phuket Vegetarian Festival street processions pass by. Old Town shops, cafes, restaurants within walking distance. Sunday night market nearby. |
| Who is it for? | Young travellers, design enthusiasts, couples. Not for those with mobility issues, families needing quiet, or traditional hotel seekers. |
| Worth Noticing | Classic car converted to reception desk. Rooftop bar with views. Industrial vintage aesthetic throughout. Creaky staircase adds character. |
| Price | Budget |
Room rates: Starting from about 800 baht
Address: 54 Phuket Road, Talad Yai, Muang, Phuket 83000
Phone: 084 246 2222
Restaurants and bars: 0
Swimming pool: 0
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Peranakan Boutique Hotel
This small 21-room hotel sits just outside the Old Town area, but its lemon-yellow exterior is easy to spot. It’s a clean and tidy place with bright rooms decorated with dashes of Sino-Portuguese accents like intricate wall panels. There’s a small furnished area on the rooftop where you can relax and enjoy some views over the town.
OYO doesn’t have a restaurant, but it’s an easy walk away from some of Phuket’s great local dining spots like Mee Ton Poe for a steamy bowl of fried Hokkien noodles and the yummy chicken rice shop, Kota Khao Man Gai.
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Phuket Town, Phuket Road |
| Beach | Not beachfront. Patong Beach 12.6 km away. Outside main Old Town area but still walkable to attractions. |
| Hotel | 3-star boutique hotel. 21 rooms with lemon-yellow exterior. Air conditioning, bright rooms with Sino-Portuguese wall panels and accents. |
| Facilities | Furnished rooftop area with town views. Free WiFi. No restaurant, pool or gym. Clean, tidy accommodation with heritage touches. |
| What’s Around | Mee Ton Poe noodle restaurant, Kota Khao Man Gai chicken rice shop nearby. Walking distance to Old Town centre, markets. |
| Who is it for? | Budget travellers, couples, solo explorers. Not for families needing extensive facilities, luxury seekers, or those wanting beachfront locations. |
| Worth Noticing | Distinctive lemon-yellow exterior easy to spot. Rooftop area for relaxing with views. Walking distance to excellent local Thai dining. |
| Price | Budget |
Room rates: Starting from about 650 baht
Location: 89/1-2 Phuket Road, Talad Yai Muang, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 355 899
Range: 3-star
Swimming pools: 0
Restaurants and bars: 0
Distance to Patong Beach: 12.6 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 800 m
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Chino Town Gallery Guesthouse
Tucked away behind the Thai Hua Museum, Chino Town Gallery is in a century-old shophouse with plenty of heritage charm. Designed to keep a Sino-colonial flavour, the exterior has a striking black-and-white colour scheme with an elegant double-entry door. Many walls inside feature large murals of the distinctive Old Town architecture.
Chino Town has private rooms and dorms with either four or six beds, which they sell as “family rooms” ideal for a group of travellers on a budget. Many Phuket Old Town sights are an easy walk from here.
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Phuket Town, Soi Soon U-Thit |
| Beach | Not beachfront. Patong Beach 12.3 km away. Behind Thai Hua Museum in heritage area, cultural focus rather than beaches. |
| Hotel | 3-star guesthouse in century-old shophouse. Private rooms and dorms with four or six beds. Air conditioning, heritage Sino-colonial design. |
| Facilities | Free WiFi, laundry service. No restaurant, pool or gym. Black-and-white facade, elegant double-entry door, large murals inside. |
| What’s Around | Thai Hua Museum adjacent. Old Town sights, Sunday Walking Street Market 450 metres. Restaurants, cafes, historic mansions within walking distance. |
| Who is it for? | Budget groups, backpackers, families on tight budgets. Not for luxury seekers, those wanting private amenities, or beach holidaymakers. |
| Worth Noticing | Century-old building with striking black-and-white exterior. Large murals of Old Town architecture inside. Dorms sold as family rooms. |
| Price | Budget |
Room rates: Starting from about 690 baht for private rooms
Location: 113 Soi Soon U-Thit, Yaowarat Road, Talad Yai, Muang, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 684 005
Range: 3-star
Swimming pools: 0
Restaurants and bars: 0
Distance to Patong Beach: 12.3 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 450 m
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