Your stay — Krittin Apartment
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The Property — Krittin Apartment
Stepping into Krittin Apartment’s lobby feels more like a friend’s well-kept condo than a tourist hotel: clean tiled floors, a fuss-free reception desk, and the faint scent of lemongrass. It’s a three-star walk-up building just back from Patong’s main strip, offering simple, private rooms with kitchenettes. This place suits independent budget travellers who’d rather cook a few meals than pay resort prices, and who understand that you get what you pay for: no pool, no grand lobby, just a reliable base with air-con and a mini-market next door.
Chronicles of Phuket
Phuket’s modern story began with Chinese and Malay tin miners in the 16th century, who built the Sino-Portuguese shophouses that still line Thalang Road in the Old Town. By the 1900s, rubber plantations joined tin as economic engines, while later waves of tourism transformed fishing villages into beach resorts. Today the city juggles a global party reputation on Patong’s sands with a quieter cultural core of Buddhist temples, street art and food markets, making it less a single destination than a collection of distinct suburbs.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phuket guide →Best months
December to February: dry, sunny, ocean-flat mornings, with crowds still manageable outside Christmas/New Year. Also mid-April for the Songkran water festival.
Peak / festival surge
July and August see European summer holidays and Chinese school breaks, pushing hotel prices up 30–50% from low season; the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in October also spikes demand. Rain is likely but often brief – expect short afternoon downpours.
Budget shoulder season
May, June, and September offer real discounts – often 40% off peak rates – with fewer tourists, quieter beaches and still plenty of sunshine between showers. The risk is a few whole-day drenches, but the rewards are space and value.
Weather & packing
Phuket’s monsoon hits from May to October, but it’s not constant rain – it comes in sharp, half-hour bursts. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or travel umbrella for sudden squalls, plus quick-dry footwear for wet streets.
Live City Briefing — Phuket
- Patong’s main beach road has new speed bumps and pedestrian crossings installed in early 2026 to improve safety after a spate of scooter accidents.
- The Phuket Light Rail is still under construction but the final phase now runs until late 2026; expect lane closures and dust on Chao Fa West Road near the town centre.
- A new night market called ‘Phuket Starlight’ has just opened off Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road, serving Southern Thai seafood and craft beer, with live music from 6 PM to midnight.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Krittin Apartment, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th to 6th floors at the back of the building (away from the street). These upper floors reduce street-level noise from Phuket’s traffic while still being low enough for quick stair access if the single lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms near the lobby or the lift shaft — the lift motor and guest foot traffic create constant clatter. Also avoid rooms facing the front of the building directly onto Phuket’s road; tuk-tuks and motorbikes rev until late.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms overlook the local soi (side street) and neighbourhood rooftops — nothing dramatic, but a quieter, more local view than the main road’s concrete sprawl. Front-facing rooms give a glimpse of Phuket’s urban hills but at the cost of traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 (assuming a typical 6–7 storey 3-star building) offer the best balance of height and lift proximity. The top floor might have less foot traffic but risks roof-top equipment noise — ask for mid-range.
🔊 Noise notes
Phuket’s main roads are busy 7am–10pm with motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and songthaews. The lift is the only one; it creaks and vibrates at all hours. Friday and Saturday nights, nearby bars play music until 1am — particularly audible on floors 2–3 facing the street.
Insider tips
1. Park on the street (free from 6pm to 8am) — the hotel has no dedicated parking, but the soi fills quickly. Arrive after 5pm for a spot. 2. Check-in after 2pm to avoid the early-bird queue; the single lift can mean a 10-minute wait if housekeeping carts are blocking 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 — Krittin Apartment
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed 20 Mbps download; no login required (open network chosen at connection)
One lift serves all floors (4 storeys); no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspaper or digital newsstand
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 13:00 costs ฿500, until 17:00 costs ฿1,000
Free for same-day storage before check-in or after check-out
No step-free entrance (one step at main door); lift is narrow (60 cm door width) and not wheelchair-accessible; no ground-floor accessible rooms
Free on-site parking for up to 20 cars (first-come, first-served); no valet; nearest public car park at Robinson Ocean Plaza (pay parking ฿20/hour); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate tourist tax for 3-star; 7% VAT included in room rate)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard booking; ฿1,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Robinson Lifestyle Chalong — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Siwalee 1 Park — 965 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 469 m · ~6 min walk
Thamasorn Pharmacy — 807 m · ~10 min walk
Super Cheap — 473 m · ~6 min walk
ท่าฉลอง — 2.9 km · ~37 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use bank ATMs or exchange booths in town; avoid airport and tourist-area bureaux that give poor rates.
Cards accepted at hotels, malls and larger restaurants; cash needed for street food, markets and local taxis.
Not expected but 10-20 baht for hotel porters or a few coins for street food is polite; taxis round up to nearest 20 baht.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Thai iced coffee (oliang) from street stalls or local shops: about 30-50 THB.
Pad Thai from a food stall or small shop: about 50-80 THB.
Simple rice or noodle dish from a local eatery: 80-120 THB.
Patong's Bangla Road area and Phuket Town's day markets have many stalls; look for Roti and satay.
Tesco Lotus Express and 7-Eleven for basics; larger Tesco Lotus or Big C outside tourist zones.
Patong's night market and Phuket Town's Sunday market for cheap t-shirts, shorts and beachwear.
Songthaews (shared pickups) on fixed routes cost 30-50 THB per ride; from airport take a shared minivan (about 150-200 THB).
Eat at local food stalls rather than tourist-facing restaurants; buy water in 1.5L bottles from 7-Eleven (about 15 THB); haggle respectfully at markets.
Good to know — Phuket
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.57 · 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 Krittin Apartment
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 469 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Thamasorn Pharmacy — 807 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 Krittin Apartment?
Request a room on the 4th to 6th floors at the back of the building (away from the street). These upper floors reduce street-level noise from Phuket’s traffic while still being low enough for quick stair access if the single lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Krittin Apartment?
Ground-floor rooms near the lobby or the lift shaft — the lift motor and guest foot traffic create constant clatter. Also avoid rooms facing the front of the building directly onto Phuket’s road; tuk-tuks and motorbikes rev until late.
Is Krittin Apartment noisy?
Phuket’s main roads are busy 7am–10pm with motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and songthaews. The lift is the only one; it creaks and vibrates at all hours. Friday and Saturday nights, nearby bars play music until 1am — particularly audible on floors 2–3 facing the street.
Which rooms have the best views at Krittin Apartment?
Rear-facing rooms overlook the local soi (side street) and neighbourhood rooftops — nothing dramatic, but a quieter, more local view than the main road’s concrete sprawl. Front-facing rooms give a glimpse of Phuket’s urban hills but at the cost of traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Krittin Apartment?
1. Park on the street (free from 6pm to 8am) — the hotel has no dedicated parking, but the soi fills quickly. Arrive after 5pm for a spot. 2. Check-in after 2pm to avoid the early-bird queue; the single lift can mean a 10-minute wait if housekeeping carts are blocking it.
What time is check-in at Krittin Apartment?
Check-in at Krittin Apartment is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Krittin Apartment have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed 20 Mbps download; no login required (open network chosen at connection)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Krittin Apartment?
None (no separate tourist tax for 3-star; 7% VAT included in room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Krittin Apartment?
Pad Thai from a food stall or small shop: about 50-80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Krittin Apartment?
Songthaews (shared pickups) on fixed routes cost 30-50 THB per ride; from airport take a shared minivan (about 150-200 THB).
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
December to February: dry, sunny, ocean-flat mornings, with crowds still manageable outside Christmas/New Year. Also mid-April for the Songkran water festival.
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.