Phuket Hotels

[DavidRim]

Indigo is walking distance to Bangla, just. 12-15 minutes walk or a 5 min drive by tuk tuk / motorbike taxi. Avista is def not walking distance! Personally didn't rate Avista when I stayed there, it seemed a bit tired. I preferred Indigo but each to their own.

Highly recommend hiring a car. I can't stand Patong for more than a couple of nights, it really is worth getting out and about around Phuket. Some incredible places to see.

Indigo is good, but as stated, its a long walk to Bangla and will require a taxi to bring a girl back. If walking distance is not a concern, I recommend the Avista Hideaway, MGallery Hotel by Sofitel which is nicer than Indigo or Indochine and in the same price range or lower depending on the season. I have stayed at the Avista Hideaway in low season for $60/night. When I stay at the Avista I always rent a motorcycle or car from a reputable agency. That way there is no problem getting to and from the bars and in the daytime I can visit all the beaches. Phuket has some very pretty beaches. Don't just hang out on Patong Beach.

If walking distance to and from Bangla is paramount, I recommend BYD Lofts in the same or slightly higher price point or the Royal Phawadee Village which is a block away from the action, a block from the beach and is in a lower price point, but still nice. Have fun!

[Member #4698]

Indigo is good, but as stated, its a long walk to Bangla and will require a taxi to bring a girl back. If walking distance is not a concern, I recommend the Avista Hideaway, MGallery Hotel by Sofitel which is nicer than Indigo or Indochine and in the same price range or lower depending on the season. I have stayed at the Avista Hideaway in low season for $60/night. When I stay at the Avista I always rent a motorcycle or car from a reputable agency. That way there is no problem getting to and from the bars and in the daytime I can visit all the beaches. Phuket has some very pretty beaches. Don't just hang out on Patong Beach.

If walking distance to and from Bangla is paramount, I recommend BYD Lofts in the same or slightly higher price point or the Royal Phawadee Village which is a block away from the action, a block from the beach and is in a lower price point, but still nice. Have fun!

[DavidRim]

I can highly recommend Indigo having stayed there. Can't give any first hand accounts of others, but you will spend 300 THB approx each way every time you want to get into Patong from Indochine I think. Assume they will have a free shuttle but you're bound by those fixed times. It's something else to take into account when pricing these up.

Thanks for the input. Indigo comes in about same as Indochine, if paying up front, and willing to accept a 'neighborhood view' (street view) room. Paying up front for indochine I could get approx 20 p. And. Less than having the free cancellation option. Movenpick very nice indeed but similar situation as with Indigo re pricing. I could go for the Classic King room and pay up front.

[Penguin69]

Before cancelling one or the other bookings I have, I'll throw this out too: I just got a message from Bliss advising they don't separate smoking and non-smoking rooms, the latter being my preference. They said they'd do a treatment of a smoking room before my stay. Wonder how effective this can be.

Also, for the street-facing rooms at Indigo. As these give onto the main road just wondering how quiet the rooms can be: are the windows sound insulating enough? I assume you have stayed only in the garden-facing rooms, DavidRim?

[Penguin69]

Here's my 2 cents. Been to Phuket many many times, I also like luxury and quiet. I would say that Indochine, while probably a lovely hotel is a taxi ride from Patong Central so you may as well be towards Kamala in a nice villa for that sort of money. Bliss hasn't even been on my radar but a quick look says it's probably trading off being on the beach for the price. Looks basic for that sort of money.

My advice. Get a decent room at the back side (think they call it Garden side) of the Indigo. It's Intercontinental's boutique brand so you're getting excellent service, it's guest friendly and more importantly it's brand new (Feb 2019) and close to the action. (10 min walk / 2 min moped taxi to Bangla). I cannot rate it highly enough. Good F&be outlets too. That's my go to hotel in Patong. It's MUCH better than the photos suggest, is basically a 5 star luxury boutique hotel. Black out curtains, efficient AC, minibar, good bathrooms, quiet.

Or try the Movenpick Myth, another brand new 5 star offering close to the action.

Thanks for the input. Indigo comes in about same as Indochine, if paying up front, and willing to accept a 'neighborhood view' (street view) room. Paying up front for indochine I could get approx 20€ p. And. Less than having the free cancellation option. Movenpick very nice indeed but similar situation as with Indigo re pricing. I could go for the Classic King room and pay up front.

[DavidRim]

Here's my 2 cents. Been to Phuket many many times, I also like luxury and quiet. I would say that Indochine, while probably a lovely hotel is a taxi ride from Patong Central so you may as well be towards Kamala in a nice villa for that sort of money. Bliss hasn't even been on my radar but a quick look says it's probably trading off being on the beach for the price. Looks basic for that sort of money.

My advice. Get a decent room at the back side (think they call it Garden side) of the Indigo. It's Intercontinental's boutique brand so you're getting excellent service, it's guest friendly and more importantly it's brand new (Feb 2019) and close to the action. (10 min walk / 2 min moped taxi to Bangla). I cannot rate it highly enough. Good F&be outlets too. That's my go to hotel in Patong. It's MUCH better than the photos suggest, is basically a 5 star luxury boutique hotel. Black out curtains, efficient AC, minibar, good bathrooms, quiet.

Or try the Movenpick Myth, another brand new 5 star offering close to the action.

Have double booked these for my dates. They are located at either end of the bay, maybe a bit of a climb if walking back to the latter. I like fact that they're likely much quieter than anything in centre near Bangla Road. Very light sleeper so can't be doing with not being able to sleep due to clubs playing music to 5 am The latter is quite a bit more (278 vs 180 for Bliss) for a sea view room. Latter has a free hourly shuttle to centre but not to very late. Just 10 pm I understand. Both seem to require a security deposit of 2 K be upon check in, which ain't a problem.

I was initially interested in others, more central, such as Yorkshire Hotel and Acca but both advise of refurbishment work which finishes just before I arrive but I'm not going to rely on it being finished in time.

[Penguin69]

Have double booked these for my dates. They are located at either end of the bay, maybe a bit of a climb if walking back to the latter. I like fact that they're likely much quieter than anything in centre near Bangla Road. Very light sleeper so can't be doing with not being able to sleep due to clubs playing music to 5 am The latter is quite a bit more (€278 vs €180 for Bliss) for a sea view room. Latter has a free hourly shuttle to centre but not to very late. Just 10 pm I understand. Both seem to require a security deposit of 2 K be upon check in, which ain't a problem.

I was initially interested in others, more central, such as Yorkshire Hotel and Acca but both advise of refurbishment work which finishes just before I arrive but I'm not going to rely on it being finished in time.

[Penguin69]

I recently stayed at the Bliss South Beach Hotel. It is girl friendly and no fee applied. Your girl will give her ID to the security guard at the entrance. He will keep it until the girl checks out. There's a lot of staff in the lobby including very professional female employees at the front desk so it is a little unsettling to walk by them with your girl.

I really like this hotel. It is about 10 minutes from Bangla Road and is located right across the street from Patong Beach.

I've booked this for the second half of my Phuket stay so it's good to hear.

The first half I've booked Kamala Beach Estate. I'm hoping daytime girl visits don't incur a fee, as their email response posted below is not so clear to me. Maybe others could offer their interpretation.

[Vendelo]

I recently stayed at the Bliss South Beach Hotel. It is girl friendly and no fee applied. Your girl will give her ID to the security guard at the entrance. He will keep it until the girl checks out. There's a lot of staff in the lobby including very professional female employees at the front desk so it is a little unsettling to walk by them with your girl.

I really like this hotel. It is about 10 minutes from Bangla Road and is located right across the street from Patong Beach.

[Penguin69]

Might be too late now, but the "Phuket Fantasy" show is at Kamala. I thought was well worth a visit. My Thai girl liked it too. A little bit cultural.

For the info.

On the hotel I've since switched as that duplex place got mixed reviews. Now going to the place I mentioned below, Kamala Beachfront Estate. Still looking for feedback on my interpretation of their guest-friendly policy, as I mentioned below. Thoughts?

[Syzygies]

I got a great deal on a duplex heaven beach facing room here. Emailed whether guest friendly and management advised it was, just ID required. Fancied a bit of a more laid back place before a few nights in Patong.

Couldn't find much info on Kamala beach girl friendly hotels.

Might be too late now, but the "Phuket Fantasy" show is at Kamala. I thought was well worth a visit. My Thai girl liked it too. A little bit cultural.

[Penguin69]

I booked this place but want to be sure my interpretation of their reply is good, not to be disappointed if I turn up with a guest, or surprised by the bill when I check out if she was just a day visitor, not an overnight. Feedback appreciated. (I emailed back the hotel for clarification but no response).

I emailed the second last one on the list. I think it's the same name. Kamala Beach Estate Beach Front Apartment, and got this reply. Maybe you got same reply. I think the final line means that visitors in the day (not staying overnight) don't have to pay, but only have to leave ID.

(I understand by 'Joiner' they mean a person who wants to be added to the original booking).

Unregistered Guest / Joiner.

"All Guest (s) must register at front desk upon arrival before entering guest room area.

Joiner (s), Whose name are not listed on the original Booking detail, will be charge at 1,000 THB, and Hotel has the right to collect an additional charge of joiner fee at 1,000 THB per room per night per time. This joiner fee can be settled in cash, credit card, or post onto guest's folio to be settled upon departure.

Due to security reasons, the hotel has the right to keep copy of joiner's ID card or Passport.

[Penguin69]

I emailed a bunch of hotels in Kamala in 2018 and stayed at the top 2 on the list below. All of them replied with no joiner fee. Just ID.

Kamala Tropical Garden.

Thai Kamala Village Phuket.

Layalina Hotel Phuket.

The Umbrella House Phuket.

Coconut Garden, Kamala Beach.

Kamala Beachfront Apartment.

Taosha Suites Hotel.

I emailed the second last one on the list. I think it's the same name. Kamala Beach Estate Beach Front Apartment, and got this reply. Maybe you got same reply. I think the final line means that visitors in the day (not staying overnight) don't have to pay, but only have to leave ID.

(I understand by 'Joiner' they mean a person who wants to be added to the original booking).

Unregistered Guest / Joiner.

"All Guest (s) must register at front desk upon arrival before entering guest room area.

Joiner (s), Whose name are not listed on the original Booking detail, will be charge at 1,000 THB, and Hotel has the right to collect an additional charge of joiner fee at 1,000 THB per room per night per time. This joiner fee can be settled in cash, credit card, or post onto guest's folio to be settled upon departure.

Due to security reasons, the hotel has the right to keep copy of joiner's ID card or Passport.

In the event that you have a joining guest, the hotel will not responsible for your personal security and / or safety of you valued belongings.

The hotel reserves the right to refuse the entry of anyone who is considered at security risk or may cause disturbance to other guests.

If Visitors Guest / Joiner Guest don't stay over night please contact reception upon arrival, we don't have permission to charge fee."

[Faconnable808]

I emailed a bunch of hotels in Kamala in 2018 and stayed at the top 2 on the list below. All of them replied with no joiner fee. Just ID.

Kamala Tropical Garden.

Thai Kamala Village Phuket.

Layalina Hotel Phuket.

The Umbrella House Phuket.

Coconut Garden, Kamala Beach.

Kamala Beachfront Apartment.

Taosha Suites Hotel.

I got a great deal on a duplex heaven beach facing room here. Emailed whether guest friendly and management advised it was, just ID required. Fancied a bit of a more laid back place before a few nights in Patong.

Couldn't find much info on Kamala beach girl friendly hotels.

[Penguin69]

I got a great deal on a duplex heaven beach facing room here. Emailed whether guest friendly and management advised it was, just ID required. Fancied a bit of a more laid back place before a few nights in Patong.

Couldn't find much info on Kamala beach girl friendly hotels.