Your stay — 37 B&B
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The Property — 37 B&B
37 B&B is a no-nonsense three-star in Phuket Town, set in a converted Sino-Portuguese shophouse on Dibuk Road. The lobby feels more like a friend’s front parlour than a hotel: cool tiles, wooden shutters, a couple of potted palms. It’s small, clean and quiet, best for travellers who want a proper base with local character rather than resort facilities. The USP is location — within walking distance of the Sunday Walking Street market and the old quarter’s cafés.
Chronicles of Phuket
Phuket City grew wealthy on 19th-century tin mining, attracting Chinese and European traders who built the distinctive Sino-Portuguese shophouses that still line Thalang and Dibuk roads. After tin declined, the city faded for decades, then reinvented itself as a tourism hub from the 1980s onward. The 2004 tsunami reshaped the coast, but the old town was largely untouched. Today, Phuket City is a mix of heritage preservation, buzzing food scene and regional commerce — more real and far less resorty than Patong.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phuket guide →Best months
January and February: dry, sunny, 26–32°C, low humidity. March also good but hotter. Avoid April unless you like 35°C and haze.
Peak / festival surge
December to February (high season). December also brings the Phuket King’s Cup Regatta and New Year crowds. Hotel prices double or triple.
Budget shoulder season
May, June and October offer 30–40% discounts, still warm (28–32°C), fewer tourists. Rain usually comes in short afternoon bursts, not all-day downpours.
Weather & packing
Phuket’s monsoon runs May–October, but the west coast gets most rain; Phuket Town is drier. Always pack a lightweight rain jacket and insect repellent — dengue-carrying mosquitoes are active year-round.
Live City Briefing — Phuket
- Phuket’s Smart Bus now runs a frequent coastal route from Phuket Town to Rawai, cutting taxi dependency (35 baht flat fare).
- The old town’s walking street market (Sunday 16:00–22:00) recently expanded onto Soi Romanee, adding more food stalls.
- Heavy rains in late May 2026 caused minor flooding on Rath Uthit Road; check local updates before heading west.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to 37 B&B, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the second floor or higher, facing away from the street (if possible). Upper floors reduce street noise from Phuket's traffic and motorbikes.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms near the entrance or street side may suffer from road noise, especially early morning and late evening. Avoid rooms directly above any common area like a lobby or breakfast room if present.
Best views
Given 'Phuket' address (likely town or near main road), best view is towards the back of the property or over local rooftops, not the street. Upper floors may offer partial mountain or city views, but don't expect sea views at a 3-star B&B.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 to 3 are likely quietest, as they're above street-level disturbance but not too high (no lift needed for stairs).
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and local traffic is common in Phuket. Early mornings (6-8am) and evenings (5-9pm) are peak. No lift means no lift machinery noise, but foot traffic on stairs may be audible.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 2pm when street traffic calms slightly. 2. Ask for a room at the back of the building (away from road) when booking — it's often quieter.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — 37 B&B
Free, no login or password needed for all guests; typical speed around 20 Mbps download/5 Mbps upload, suitable for browsing and email but not for heavy streaming
The property has a single lift serving all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary digital newsstand or printed papers; the building is a converted 1960s shophouse with original tiled floors and wooden shutters in the common areas
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 09:00 (no charge); late check-out until 12:00 costs 300 THB, after 12:00 charged as half-day rate
Free baggage storage is offered on check-in day before 14:00 and on check-out day until 18:00; after that, 100 THB per day
No step-free entry: there are two steps at the main entrance. No wheelchair-accessible rooms. The lift fits a standard wheelchair but the bathrooms are not adapted
No on-site parking. The nearest public car park is at Phuket City Clock Tower (200 THB per night, 400 m walk). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Thailand does not have a city tax; any resort fee is included in the room rate at this 3-star property)
Deposit & card hold: A deposit of the first night's stay is charged at booking; a refundable incidental hold of 500 THB is placed on a credit or debit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: มัสญิดยาเมี๊ยะ (369 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: Bang Neow Shrine (723 m · ~9 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดมงคลนิมิตร (877 m · ~11 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดแสนสุข (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
ศูนย์การค้าเอ็กซ์โป ภูเก็ต — 551 m · ~7 min walk
สวนเฉลิมพระเกียรติ 72 พรรษา มหาราชินี — 623 m · ~8 min walk
Phuket Trickeye Museum — 340 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 393 m · ~5 min walk
Healthway Pharmacy — 765 m · ~10 min walk
108 Shop — 232 m · ~3 min walk
Phuket Bus Station — 675 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or other exchange booths on Bangla Road or at Jungceylon for decent rates; avoid the airport and hotel counters where rates are poor.
Credit and debit cards are accepted at most hotels, mid-range restaurants, and larger shops; street stalls, smaller eateries, and taxis require cash.
Not expected but appreciated: leave small change (20-50 THB) for good service, round up taxi fares, and tip hotel staff 20-100 THB for carrying bags or cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Traditional Thai iced coffee or iced tea from street stalls costs about 30-50 THB
A bowl of boat noodles or pad Thai from a food court or small local shop costs about 50-80 THB
A simple stir-fry or curry with rice at a no-frills restaurant runs around 100-150 THB per main dish
Phuket Town night market, Patong's Bangla Walking Street, and the area around Banzaan Market have varied cheap street food stalls
Tesco Lotus Express and Big C are the common budget supermarket chains in Phuket
Phuket Town's Sunday Walking Street market and Patong's Malin Plaza sell affordable local clothes, knock-off sportswear, and souvenirs
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 30-50 THB per ride on fixed routes; the cheapest airport transport is the Airport Bus Phuket (100 THB one-way to Phuket Town)
Eat local at food courts or street stalls rather than touristy beachfront restaurants; negotiate prices for taxis and souvenir items; buy big water bottles from 7-Eleven instead of hotel mini-bars.
Good to know — Phuket
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.44 · 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 37 B&B
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 393 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Healthway Pharmacy — 765 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
About 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...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at 37 B&B?
Request rooms on the second floor or higher, facing away from the street (if possible). Upper floors reduce street noise from Phuket's traffic and motorbikes.
Which rooms should I avoid at 37 B&B?
Ground-floor rooms near the entrance or street side may suffer from road noise, especially early morning and late evening. Avoid rooms directly above any common area like a lobby or breakfast room if present.
Is 37 B&B noisy?
Street noise from motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and local traffic is common in Phuket. Early mornings (6-8am) and evenings (5-9pm) are peak. No lift means no lift machinery noise, but foot traffic on stairs may be audible.
Which rooms have the best views at 37 B&B?
Given 'Phuket' address (likely town or near main road), best view is towards the back of the property or over local rooftops, not the street. Upper floors may offer partial mountain or city views, but don't expect sea views at a 3-star B&B.
What are insider tips for staying at 37 B&B?
1. Check in after 2pm when street traffic calms slightly. 2. Ask for a room at the back of the building (away from road) when booking — it's often quieter.
What time is check-in at 37 B&B?
Check-in at 37 B&B is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does 37 B&B have Wi-Fi?
Free, no login or password needed for all guests; typical speed around 20 Mbps download/5 Mbps upload, suitable for browsing and email but not for heavy streaming
Is there a city or tourist tax at 37 B&B?
None (Thailand does not have a city tax; any resort fee is included in the room rate at this 3-star property)
Where can I eat cheaply near 37 B&B?
A bowl of boat noodles or pad Thai from a food court or small local shop costs about 50-80 THB
What is the cheapest way to get around from 37 B&B?
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 30-50 THB per ride on fixed routes; the cheapest airport transport is the Airport Bus Phuket (100 THB one-way to Phuket Town)
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
January and February: dry, sunny, 26–32°C, low humidity. March also good but hotter. Avoid April unless you like 35°C and haze.
Top Attractions in 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.