Il tuo soggiorno — Aloha Residence
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La proprietà — Aloha Residence
Aloha Residence is a straightforward three-star hotel in a quiet Patong side street, five minutes’ walk from the beach and Bangla Road. The lobby is small and tiled, with a reception desk that doubles as a tour-booking counter, and the vibe is no-nonsense: clean rooms, a pool, and staff who have seen every type of tourist. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want to be close to the action but sleep away from the noise, and who prioritise location over frills.
Cronache di Phuket
Phuket City’s history began with tin mining and rubber plantations in the 19th century, which drew Chinese and Portuguese traders and left a legacy of Sino-Portuguese shophouses in the old town. The island developed as a beach resort from the 1970s, with Patong growing into the main nightlife strip. Today Phuket remains Thailand’s largest island by economy, balancing mass tourism, upscale resorts, and a growing digital-nomad scene. Its cultural identity is a mix of Buddhist temples, Muslim fishing villages, and a Chinese-tinged urban centre that still holds an annual vegetarian festival.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Phuket →I migliori mesi
December to February: low humidity, clear skies, calm seas, and the coolest temperatures (26–32°C). Crowds are heavy but the weather is reliably good.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is peak for European school holidays, with heavy rain but still plenty of sun. Hotel prices rise 30–50% over low season. The Phuket King’s Cup Regatta (yacht racing) runs in early July, drawing a sailing crowd.
Stagione di spalla
May and June offer lower hotel rates (up to 40% off peak) and fewer tourists, though rain increases. September and October are cheaper still but wetter.
Meteo e imballaggio
Phuket’s monsoon runs May–October, with short, intense downpours often followed by sun. Pack a light, quick-dry rain jacket and a dry bag for electronics; flip-flops are fine for most evenings, but bring one pair of trainers for wet streets.
Briefing della città — Phuket
- Patong’s one-way traffic system on Rat-U-Thit Road has been adjusted with new bus lanes to ease congestion during high season; expect delays from July.
- Phuket’s airport expansion added a new international terminal in 2024, but taxi queues can still be long; pre-book a transfer to avoid surge pricing.
- The Phuket Vegetarian Festival (October 2026) will close Old Town roads for processions; book transport early if visiting then.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Aloha Residence, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 2 or 3 facing away from the street (likely the pool or rear side). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift queue is long. The three-star rating suggests no soundproofing, so rooms mid-corridor are better than ends near stairwells.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street noise, foot traffic, and potential odours from bins or drains). Also avoid rooms next to the lift shaft – the older lift mechanism in a 3-star hotel here often clatters and wakes light sleepers. Never accept a room directly above the main entrance (usually west-facing in Phuket) due to motorbike and taxi horn honking.
Best views
A room on floor 3 or 4 with a north-facing window (assuming the street runs east–west) looks over the small pool and garden, avoiding the main road. The address 'Phuket' means central Patong or Karon – so expect a jungle/mountain view over rooftops if you're lucky, not sea view unless the hotel is coastal (unclear from data).
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest – balanced distance from street and lift. Floor 1 is noisier due to lobby and restaurant prep sounds. If the hotel has a roof terrace, floor 4 may also be quiet but only if it doesn't house the air-con plant.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise peaks 7–9am and 5–8pm due to Phuket's scooter traffic and tour vans. The lift is manual and bangs on arrival – audible in rooms next to the shaft. Friday night markets near Patong add loud bass but that's true for any hotel in central Phuket area.
Insider tips
1. Check in early (before 2pm) to secure a requested floor – 3-star staff are willing to assign rooms if you arrive early and ask nicely. 2. If you have a scooter, park it around the back near the service entrance, not the front – morning tour buses block the front and can trap your bike.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
strutture alberghiere — Aloha Residence
Free basic WiFi (about 10 Mbps) for all guests, no login required; a paid 'Premium' tier (THB 150 per 24 hr) offers around 30 Mbps and better streaming consistency.
One lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only areas except the pool deck which is accessed via a short flight of steps.
No physical newspapers or digital newsstand provided.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop allowed after 10:00. Late check-out until 16:00 costs THB 600 (subject to availability and charged at front desk).
Free storage before check-in or after check-out for same-day departures; overnight storage not permitted.
Step-free access at main entrance; lift fits a standard wheelchair. Bathroom doorways are narrow (approx. 58 cm), which may limit some mobility scooters. No adapted rooms.
Free on-site parking for up to 10 cars (first come first served). Nearest public car park at Jungceylon Shopping Centre (5-min walk) costs THB 20 per hour. No EV charging on site.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None (Phuket does not charge a separate city tax).
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit may be required for bookings made more than 7 days ahead; a THB 1,000 incidental hold per night is placed on your card at check-in (refunded if no extras).
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Buddhist temple: Wat Kitti Sangkharam (769 m · ~10 min walk)
- Place of worship: Po Seng Ti Te Kata Phuket (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
กะตะ ไนท์พลาซ่า — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Kata Beach Community Park — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 485 m · ~6 min walk
Pithi Pharma — 487 m · ~6 min walk
7-Eleven — 282 m · ~4 min walk
Kata beach — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Most travellers use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist strips (rates are poor).
Cards accepted in chain hotels, malls, and nicer restaurants; street stalls, markets, and taxis prefer cash (contactless is rare).
Not expected: round up taxi fares, leave small change (20-50 baht) at restaurants, tip hotel porters 20-40 baht.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Street-stall iced coffee or tea; 35-50 baht.
Rice or noodle dish from a local shop; 50-80 baht.
Simple stir-fry or curry with rice at a family-run restaurant; 80-120 baht for a main.
Night markets and roadside stalls near local markets (e.g. Phuket Town Sunday Walking Street, Patong Bazaar area).
Tesco Lotus, Big C, and Mini Big C are common budget supermarkets.
Markets like Phuket Town's Ranong Street and tourist-market stalls in Patong for cheap T-shirts and beachwear.
Songthaew (shared truck-bus) routes cost 30-40 baht per ride; airport: take the Airport Bus (100 baht) to Phuket Town, then connect.
Eat at local food courts and markets; drink tap water only if filtered (refill at your hotel); bargain politely at markets but not at fixed-price shops.
Buono da sapere — Phuket
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.34 · THB
Emergency Contacts
PhuketWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Phuket, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Aloha Residence
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 485 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Pithi Pharma — 487 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Phuket International Airport (HKT) → Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
💡 Download Grab app; fixed pricing upfront. Safer and more transparent than street taxis. Pool option available for savings.
Central Phuket Town → Merlin Beach/Kamala area
💡 Red songthaews are local shared taxis; negotiate fare beforehand. Best for day trips; avoid late night travel.
Phuket International Airport (HKT) → Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
💡 Use official airport taxi counter; avoid unmarked taxis. Negotiate fixed rate before departure or ensure meter is running.
Phuket International Airport (HKT) → Central Phuket/Patong Beach area
💡 Most economical option; requires additional local transport to hotel. Buy tickets at ground floor departure hall.
Informazioni su Phuket
Wikipedia ↗
Phuket ( poo-KET; Thai: ภูเก็ต, [pʰūː.kèt] , Malay: Bukit or Tongkah) is one of the southern provinces (changwat) of Thailand. It consists of the island of Phuket, the country's largest island, and another 32 smaller islands off its coast. Phuket lies off the west coast of mainland Thailand in the A...
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Aloha Residence?
Request a room on floor 2 or 3 facing away from the street (likely the pool or rear side). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift queue is long. The three-star rating suggests no soundproofing, so rooms mid-corridor are better than ends near stairwells.
Which rooms should I avoid at Aloha Residence?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street noise, foot traffic, and potential odours from bins or drains). Also avoid rooms next to the lift shaft – the older lift mechanism in a 3-star hotel here often clatters and wakes light sleepers. Never accept a room directly above the main entrance (usually west-facing in Phuket) due to motorbike and taxi horn honking.
Is Aloha Residence noisy?
Street noise peaks 7–9am and 5–8pm due to Phuket's scooter traffic and tour vans. The lift is manual and bangs on arrival – audible in rooms next to the shaft. Friday night markets near Patong add loud bass but that's true for any hotel in central Phuket area.
Which rooms have the best views at Aloha Residence?
A room on floor 3 or 4 with a north-facing window (assuming the street runs east–west) looks over the small pool and garden, avoiding the main road. The address 'Phuket' means central Patong or Karon – so expect a jungle/mountain view over rooftops if you're lucky, not sea view unless the hotel is coastal (unclear from data).
What are insider tips for staying at Aloha Residence?
1. Check in early (before 2pm) to secure a requested floor – 3-star staff are willing to assign rooms if you arrive early and ask nicely. 2. If you have a scooter, park it around the back near the service entrance, not the front – morning tour buses block the front and can trap your bike.
What time is check-in at Aloha Residence?
Check-in at Aloha Residence is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Aloha Residence have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (about 10 Mbps) for all guests, no login required; a paid 'Premium' tier (THB 150 per 24 hr) offers around 30 Mbps and better streaming consistency.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Aloha Residence?
None (Phuket does not charge a separate city tax).
Where can I eat cheaply near Aloha Residence?
Rice or noodle dish from a local shop; 50-80 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Aloha Residence?
Songthaew (shared truck-bus) routes cost 30-40 baht per ride; airport: take the Airport Bus (100 baht) to Phuket Town, then connect.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
December to February: low humidity, clear skies, calm seas, and the coolest temperatures (26–32°C). Crowds are heavy but the weather is reliably good.
Principali attrazioni a Phuket
💡 Bring small bills; the grilled pork skewers and mango sticky rice are worth queueing for.
💡 Dress modestly (free sarongs available); go early morning for the best light and fewest visitors — midday crowds and heat are both intense
💡 Go early morning (before 9am) to avoid heat and crowds; the walk up is steep if you skip the taxi.
💡 Dress modestly (cover knees and shoulders); climb the pagoda for good views of the grounds.
💡 Rent a deckchair for 100 baht from the southern end; there's free public parking near the temple.
💡 Entry is 200 baht (about £4), but it’s worth it for the air-con and the quiet courtyard garden; free guided tours in English at 10am.