Your stay — 99 Garden
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The Property — 99 Garden
99 Garden is a compact, no-fuss three-star hotel in central Patong, a 15-minute walk from the beach. The lobby feels like a functional transit lounge – clean, air-conditioned, with a small front desk and modest seating. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a cheap base with a pool, not a resort experience.
Chronicles of Phuket
Phuket City grew rich on 19th-century tin mining and rubber, drawing Chinese and Portuguese traders who built the Sino-Portuguese shophouses along Thalang Road. After mining collapsed in the early 1900s, tourism slowly took hold, exploding in the 1980s with direct flights. Today Phuket is Thailand’s largest island, balancing dense tourist strips around Patong with quieter coves and a revived old town. Its contemporary identity is split: hedonistic beach clubs in the west, cultural heritage walks in the east.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phuket guide →Best months
January to March: dry, blue skies, sea calm, crowds moderate after New Year. November and December are also good but peak rates start. April is hot but still low rain.
Peak / festival surge
December and January are peak: Christmas, New Year, and Chinese New Year (late Jan/early Feb) fill hotels. 99 Garden’s room rates can jump 50-80% above shoulder. Book by September for any hope of a deal.
Budget shoulder season
May, June and September are the cheapest. Rain comes in short, heavy bursts – usually afternoon – but you’ll save 30-50% on rooms and beaches are empty. July is still low season, just wetter.
Weather & packing
Phuket has a monsoon climate but July is in the wet season – you’ll get daily downpours and 30°C heat. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or umbrella and a rash vest for strong currents; skip heavy denim.
Live City Briefing — Phuket
- Patong’s Bangla Road pedestrian zone is now permanent from 7pm to 2am; bars and clubs spill onto the street but expect noise till late.
- The Phuket Smart Bus service (air-con, 100 baht) now runs every 30 min along the west coast from Rawai to Kamala; useful for avoiding taxi scams.
- July is green season – many hotels offer 40% off walk-in rates, but rain can close boat trips to Phi Phi and Similan islands; check marine park closures.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to 99 Garden, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 4–6 facing the pool or interior courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise from Phuket Road but still offer quick access via the lift. The poolside orientation reduces traffic hum and gives a cooler room in the afternoon.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or lift lobby — they pick up footfall and reception chatter. Also skip rooms facing Phuket Road on floors 1–3; the street is busy with scooters and tuk-tuks from early morning until late evening.
Best views
Rooms on floors 5–6 facing the pool offer a view over the water and hotel gardens. If the hotel has an east-west orientation, upper rooms facing away from Phuket Road might see greenery or neighbouring hills — request 'pool view' or 'rear view' at check-in.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 are the quietest: set back from the street and above the lobby bustle, with the lift usage concentrated on lower levels.
🔊 Noise notes
Phuket Road carries motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and songthaews from 6am to midnight. The lift mechanism is audible on adjacent rooms (floors 2–3). The pool area can have daytime splashing, but it's less intrusive than street noise.
Insider tips
1. Request a top-floor pool-view room (floor 6) when booking — these often have slightly higher ceilings and more natural light. 2. If arriving by taxi, ask the driver to drop you at the hotel’s rear entrance (off the service lane) to skip lobby congestion during check-in (3–6pm).
- 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 — 99 Garden
Free standard-speed WiFi (up to 10 Mbps) across the property, no login limits; a premium tier at THB 150/day gives 50 Mbps
A single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No daily newspapers; a digital screen in the lobby shows BBC World News. No building heritage quirks—built 2010
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs THB 500, after which a half-day rate applies
Complimentary same-day storage for checked-out guests; long-term storage not available
Wheelchair-accessible entrance and ground-floor rooms only; no lift to the storage area or pool deck
Free on-site parking for 10 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park is 300m away at Laguna Grove, THB 100/night. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Phuket does not charge a city tax for 3-star hotels; a 7% VAT is included in the room rate)
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit is required via bank transfer or credit card to confirm; at check-in, a THB 1,000 incidental hold is placed on your card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: วัดพระหฤทัย (814 m · ~10 min walk)
- Place of worship: Chinese Temple (949 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: The House of the Lord Church Patong (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
จังซีลอน — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
ภูเก็ต ไซม่อน คาบาเรต์ — 895 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 592 m · ~7 min walk
RX — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Tops daily — 29 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist-heavy areas on the west coast as they give poor rates. Withdraw larger amounts to minimise per-transaction fees.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most hotels, mid-range restaurants, and larger shops; cash is expected at local markets, street food stalls, and small shops. Contactless is common in modern places, but not universal.
Not expected but appreciated for good service. Round up taxi fares; leave 20–50 THB for restaurant bills; 20–100 THB for hotel housekeeping per stay.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local-style iced coffee (oliang) from market stalls or small shops costs about 25–35 THB.
A plate of pad thai or rice with stir-fry from a market food court or street stall runs 50–80 THB.
A local main course (e.g., green curry with rice) in a simple restaurant is around 80–120 THB.
Roadside stalls and markets in Phuket Town (like the Sunday Walking Street) and along the main roads in Patong, Kata, and Karon offer cheap, authentic meals.
Big C, Lotus's (formerly Tesco Lotus), and Makro are the main supermarket chains with competitive prices.
Phuket Town's central market (Kaset) and the weekend walking market have affordable clothes; Patong's side streets also have market stalls.
Local buses (songthaews) between Phuket Town and beach areas cost 30–50 THB per ride. From the airport, the Smart Bus (along the west coast) is 100 THB and is the budget option versus taxis.
Eat at local markets or food courts rather than beachfront restaurants. Use the Smart Bus or songthaews instead of taxis. Drink bottled water from 7-Eleven (7–10 THB) instead of hotel minibars.
Good to know — Phuket
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.31 · 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 99 Garden
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 592 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · RX — 1.2 km · ~15 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at 99 Garden?
Request rooms on floors 4–6 facing the pool or interior courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise from Phuket Road but still offer quick access via the lift. The poolside orientation reduces traffic hum and gives a cooler room in the afternoon.
Which rooms should I avoid at 99 Garden?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or lift lobby — they pick up footfall and reception chatter. Also skip rooms facing Phuket Road on floors 1–3; the street is busy with scooters and tuk-tuks from early morning until late evening.
Is 99 Garden noisy?
Phuket Road carries motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and songthaews from 6am to midnight. The lift mechanism is audible on adjacent rooms (floors 2–3). The pool area can have daytime splashing, but it's less intrusive than street noise.
Which rooms have the best views at 99 Garden?
Rooms on floors 5–6 facing the pool offer a view over the water and hotel gardens. If the hotel has an east-west orientation, upper rooms facing away from Phuket Road might see greenery or neighbouring hills — request 'pool view' or 'rear view' at check-in.
What are insider tips for staying at 99 Garden?
1. Request a top-floor pool-view room (floor 6) when booking — these often have slightly higher ceilings and more natural light. 2. If arriving by taxi, ask the driver to drop you at the hotel’s rear entrance (off the service lane) to skip lobby congestion during check-in (3–6pm).
What time is check-in at 99 Garden?
Check-in at 99 Garden is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does 99 Garden have Wi-Fi?
Free standard-speed WiFi (up to 10 Mbps) across the property, no login limits; a premium tier at THB 150/day gives 50 Mbps
Is there a city or tourist tax at 99 Garden?
None (Phuket does not charge a city tax for 3-star hotels; a 7% VAT is included in the room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near 99 Garden?
A plate of pad thai or rice with stir-fry from a market food court or street stall runs 50–80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from 99 Garden?
Local buses (songthaews) between Phuket Town and beach areas cost 30–50 THB per ride. From the airport, the Smart Bus (along the west coast) is 100 THB and is the budget option versus taxis.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
January to March: dry, blue skies, sea calm, crowds moderate after New Year. November and December are also good but peak rates start. April is hot but still low rain.
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.