Your stay — chino inn
Live forecast for your dates · what's on · air quality & pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Phuket.
The Property — chino inn
Chino Inn is a budget-friendly 3-star hotel in Phuket Town, blending Thai-Chinese shophouse aesthetics with basic modern comfort. The lobby feels like a small, clean reception area, not a resort; expect tile floors, a polite desk clerk, and the hum of a fan. It suits independent travellers on a tight budget who want a central location in the old town, not beach luxuries. The USP is its very cheap rate for a private room with AC within walking distance of the Sunday Walking Street market.
Chronicles of Phuket
Phuket Town emerged in the 19th century as a tin-mining hub, attracting Chinese and European merchants who built Sino-Portuguese shophouses and mansions along narrow streets. After the tin boom faded, the town declined until the 1980s tourism wave revived it as a gateway to the island's beaches. Today its restored Old Town is a cultural core with cafés, galleries and the Soi Romanee lane. The city’s identity remains a mix of Hokkien Chinese heritage, Thai Buddhism and colonial influence, distinct from the resort strip on the west coast.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phuket guide →Best months
January and February: low rainfall, sunny days, comfortable humidity, and fewer crowds than December’s peak. March also works but can be hotter.
Peak / festival surge
December and January are the busiest, driven by Christmas, New Year and European winter sun. Hotel prices can triple; Chino Inn may double its rate to around 1,200–1,500 baht. The Phuket International Blues Festival in late January also draws visitors.
Budget shoulder season
May and June offer the best balance: cheaper rooms (Chino Inn often below 800 baht), quieter streets, and afternoon rain that clears by evening. October also has discounts before the December rush.
Weather & packing
Phuket’s climate has no true dry season — light rain can appear even in high season. Pack a quick-dry collapsible umbrella and a thin, long-sleeve shirt for sun and evening mosquito protection.
Live City Briefing — Phuket
- The Phuket Smart Bus service now runs a full coastal route from the airport to Rawai Beach, with a stop in Phuket Town at the bus terminal, making transfers easier for guests at Chino Inn.
- Construction on the Phuket light-rail project began in Phuket Town in early 2026, causing occasional lane closures on Thalang Road near the hotel; check for detours if driving.
- The annual Phuket Vegetarian Festival is set for late September 2026, but local shrines conduct small preparatory ceremonies in July, which can mean temporary road closures and loud firecracker noise in the Old Town.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to chino inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the pool (if available), away from the main road. Higher floors reduce street noise, and the pool side tends to be quieter than the street front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the reception or lift lobby — high foot traffic and noise from check-in. Also avoid street-facing rooms on floors 1-2, as Phuket’s road noise (motorbikes, taxis) carries up.
Best views
Pool or garden view from upper floors (3-4). If no pool, request a rear-facing room to avoid road dust and traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, assuming standard 4-floor layout. Mid-range floors buffer street noise and lift vibration.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from motorbikes and songthaews is common on Phuket’s main roads. Morning traffic starts early (6-7am). If the hotel is on a side street, noise may be less — but check if there’s a bar or late-night shop nearby.
Insider tips
1) If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs — even quiet rooms can get noise from neighbouring guests in a 3-star hotel with thin walls. 2) Request a top-floor room at booking to minimise overhead noise; check in early to secure it.
- 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 — chino inn
Free basic Wi-Fi throughout the building, enough for web browsing and email; Netflix streaming can lag during peak evening hours. No login required—just select the 'Chino Inn' network and accept terms.
One elevator serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstands offered; the lobby has a small rack of outdated tourist brochures.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available at reception if room not ready; late checkout until 12:00 at 300 THB, after 12:00 charged half the daily rack rate.
Free storage behind the front desk on day of check-in and check-out; no lockers, items are tagged and held in an open area.
Step-free ground-level entry via a gentle ramp; elevator doors are narrow (65 cm), so standard wheelchairs fit but motorised scooters may not. No accessible bathrooms in guest rooms.
Free on-site car park for about 12 cars on a first-come, first-served basis (no reservation); nearest public car park is Saphan Hin municipal lot, 4 km away, at 10 THB per hour. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Thailand does not levy a city tax; hotel may charge a 200 THB key deposit refundable at checkout)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a refundable 500 THB cash or card imprint is taken at check-in for incidentals.
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
Most travellers change cash at SuperRich or other private exchange booths in town (better rates than hotels or airport). Avoid airport counters except for a small amount to get you started.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) widely accepted in hotels, larger restaurants and shops. Street stalls, taxis and markets are cash-only. Contactless is common in chain stores but not everywhere.
Not expected but appreciated for good service: round up the bill in restaurants (10-20 baht), leave small change for hotel cleaners, no need to tip taxis.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black coffee from a street stall or 7-Eleven — around 25-40 baht.
Pad Thai or fried rice from a local food stall — around 50-80 baht.
Simple Thai curry or stir-fry at a basic restaurant — main dish around 60-100 baht.
Patong Beach road (Bangla area side streets), Phuket Town night market (Sunday Walking Street), and roadside stalls near local markets.
Big C, Tesco Lotus, and Makro are the main budget supermarket chains.
Phuket Town market (Sunday Walking Street) and Patong's Malin Plaza for cheap beachwear, t-shirts and souvenirs.
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 30-50 baht per ride on fixed routes. From the airport, a shared minivan costs around 180 baht per person; the local bus is cheaper but infrequent.
Eat at street stalls or local Thai restaurants rather than tourist spots on the beach. Use songthaews for short trips instead of tuk-tuks. Buy water and snacks from 7-Eleven rather than 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 chino inn
🕒 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at chino inn?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the pool (if available), away from the main road. Higher floors reduce street noise, and the pool side tends to be quieter than the street front.
Which rooms should I avoid at chino inn?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the reception or lift lobby — high foot traffic and noise from check-in. Also avoid street-facing rooms on floors 1-2, as Phuket’s road noise (motorbikes, taxis) carries up.
Is chino inn noisy?
Street noise from motorbikes and songthaews is common on Phuket’s main roads. Morning traffic starts early (6-7am). If the hotel is on a side street, noise may be less — but check if there’s a bar or late-night shop nearby.
Which rooms have the best views at chino inn?
Pool or garden view from upper floors (3-4). If no pool, request a rear-facing room to avoid road dust and traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at chino inn?
1) If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs — even quiet rooms can get noise from neighbouring guests in a 3-star hotel with thin walls. 2) Request a top-floor room at booking to minimise overhead noise; check in early to secure it.
What time is check-in at chino inn?
Check-in at chino inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does chino inn have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi throughout the building, enough for web browsing and email; Netflix streaming can lag during peak evening hours. No login required—just select the 'Chino Inn' network and accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at chino inn?
None (Thailand does not levy a city tax; hotel may charge a 200 THB key deposit refundable at checkout)
Where can I eat cheaply near chino inn?
Pad Thai or fried rice from a local food stall — around 50-80 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from chino inn?
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 30-50 baht per ride on fixed routes. From the airport, a shared minivan costs around 180 baht per person; the local bus is cheaper but infrequent.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
January and February: low rainfall, sunny days, comfortable humidity, and fewer crowds than December’s peak. March also works but can be hotter.
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.