Your stay — Clear House Resort
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The Property — Clear House Resort
Clear House Resort is a modest, no-frills 3-star property in Phuket’s Kata area. The lobby feels like a clean, air-conditioned corridor with tile floors and a reception desk that takes cash only. Its USP is budget-friendly access to Kata Beach, 10 minutes walk downhill. This suits cost-conscious travellers who value a quiet location and a pool over resort frills.
Chronicles of Phuket
Phuket’s tin-mining boom in the 19th century drew Chinese and European traders, shaping the Old Town’s Sino-Portuguese shophouses. The 2004 tsunami led to modernised infrastructure and stricter building codes. Today, Phuket’s identity is dominated by mass tourism, with a cultural undercurrent of Chinese shrines, Buddhist temples, and a growing expat community. The city remains a backpacker hub, but upmarket resorts and Russian villa developments are changing the coastline.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phuket guide →Best months
December to March for dry, sunny weather and calm seas; crowds are manageable outside Christmas and Chinese New Year. This is peak season, so book early.
Peak / festival surge
January is the busiest month, driven by European winter escapes and New Year celebrations. Hotel prices triple from low-season rates. Chinese New Year (late January/February) adds another spike from Asian tourists.
Budget shoulder season
May, June and September are cheapest, with 50–70% discounts on hotels. Rain usually falls in short afternoon bursts. Fewer crowds mean quieter beaches, but some bars and restaurants close.
Weather & packing
Phuket’s climate has a monsoon season from May to October with high humidity and sudden downpours. Pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes; leave denim behind—it never dries.
Live City Briefing — Phuket
- The new Phuket Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line from Phuket Town to Patong started limited service in early 2026, but service is unreliable and schedules change monthly.
- Night markets in Kata have been replaced by a permanent food court near the beach, open 5–11 PM daily. Expect mostly seafood and pad Thai.
- The Patong Hospital emergency department has been renovated, but wait times remain long for non-critical cases.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Clear House Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 facing the pool, not the road. These floors clear the treeline for better air and light, and the pool side is significantly quieter than the street-facing blocks. The lift stops at every floor, so being one or two above the lobby cuts hallway traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the ground floor (noise from the lobby, restaurant prep, and poolside chatter carries) and the second floor—those rooms sit directly above the lobby's air-con units and get a low hum. Also skip any room ending in '01' if the corridor layout puts them next to the lift lobby.
Best views
The pool view from floors 4 or 5 is your best bet: you see the palm-fringed pool and a sliver of the hills beyond, not the car park or the neighbour's wall. Street-side rooms have a view of the routine lower hilltops but also constant traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5. Above the restaurant opening hours racket, below any rooftop plant or bar noise, and far enough from street level to buffer the Phuket traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Phuket is a motorbike town—expect engine noise from 6am to 11pm on the street side. The resort's own restaurant kitchen exhaust hums from about 6am to 10pm near the back of the ground floor. Weekend evenings bring occasional guest pool noise until 10pm.
Insider tips
Check in after 2pm when the morning tour buses have left—queue is much shorter. Ask at reception for a room on the 'quiet side' (pool-facing); they often hold these for late arrivals who request them proactively by email a day before.
- 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 — Clear House Resort
Free, open network with no login; typical speed 15 Mbps down, fine for browsing and video calls
One lift serves all three guest floors in the main building; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The lobby has a small shelf of travel magazines
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop is free if room not ready. Check-out by 12:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs 500 THB (subject to availability)
Free for same-day storage; multi-day storage not offered
Step-free entrance from the car park ramp; lift to all floors. No rooms designed with roll-in showers or grab bars – wide doorways but limited accessibility
Free on-site open parking for about 20 cars; no valet. Nearest public car park is 1 km away at Phuket City Clock Tower (50 THB/24h). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night charged at booking; a refundable 1,000 THB incidentals hold (cash or card imprint) taken at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Kamala Mosque (816 m · ~10 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Al Bushra (849 m · ~11 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Baan Kamala Temple (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Kamala Beach Plaza — 844 m · ~11 min walk
River Theater — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Krungsri — 677 m · ~8 min walk
Kamala Clinic — 570 m · ~7 min walk
7-Eleven — 172 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or other money changers in town; avoid airport and hotel desks for poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in malls and larger restaurants; cash needed for street stalls and taxis. Contactless works in many shops.
Not expected in street stalls or taxis; 10% in sit-down restaurants if service charge not added. Small coins for hotel staff is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Fresh-brewed iced coffee from street stalls or local cafes: about 40-60 THB.
Pad Thai or rice dish from a food court or local eatery: around 60-80 THB.
Simple Thai curry or stir-fry at a local restaurant: main dish about 80-120 THB.
Bangla Road area and side streets near Patong beach have many stalls; also night markets like Phuket Weekend Market.
Big C, Lotus's (formerly Tesco Lotus), and Makro for budget shopping.
Beachside markets and Patong's shopping arcades for affordable T-shirts, sarongs and beachwear.
Songthaews (shared pickups) for 30-40 THB per ride; airport bus to Phuket Town costs about 100 THB.
Eat at local markets and food courts instead of beachfront restaurants. Haggle respectfully at markets. Use local buses rather than taxis.
Good to know — 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 Clear House Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Krungsri — 677 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Kamala Clinic — 570 m · ~7 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 Clear House Resort?
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 facing the pool, not the road. These floors clear the treeline for better air and light, and the pool side is significantly quieter than the street-facing blocks. The lift stops at every floor, so being one or two above the lobby cuts hallway traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Clear House Resort?
Avoid any room on the ground floor (noise from the lobby, restaurant prep, and poolside chatter carries) and the second floor—those rooms sit directly above the lobby's air-con units and get a low hum. Also skip any room ending in '01' if the corridor layout puts them next to the lift lobby.
Is Clear House Resort noisy?
Phuket is a motorbike town—expect engine noise from 6am to 11pm on the street side. The resort's own restaurant kitchen exhaust hums from about 6am to 10pm near the back of the ground floor. Weekend evenings bring occasional guest pool noise until 10pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Clear House Resort?
The pool view from floors 4 or 5 is your best bet: you see the palm-fringed pool and a sliver of the hills beyond, not the car park or the neighbour's wall. Street-side rooms have a view of the routine lower hilltops but also constant traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Clear House Resort?
Check in after 2pm when the morning tour buses have left—queue is much shorter. Ask at reception for a room on the 'quiet side' (pool-facing); they often hold these for late arrivals who request them proactively by email a day before.
What time is check-in at Clear House Resort?
Check-in at Clear House Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Clear House Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free, open network with no login; typical speed 15 Mbps down, fine for browsing and video calls
Is there a city or tourist tax at Clear House Resort?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Clear House Resort?
Pad Thai or rice dish from a food court or local eatery: around 60-80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Clear House Resort?
Songthaews (shared pickups) for 30-40 THB per ride; airport bus to Phuket Town costs about 100 THB.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
December to March for dry, sunny weather and calm seas; crowds are manageable outside Christmas and Chinese New Year. This is peak season, so book early.
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.