🇹🇭 Phuket, Thailand

Palm View Resort

★★★ 3-star hotel

📍 135/1, Nanai Road, Phuket

📞 +6676344837 🗺️ Map
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Your stay — Palm View Resort

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The Property — Palm View Resort

Palm View Resort is a functional three-star property set back from Patong’s main strip, surrounded by tropical greenery and a decent pool. It’s straightforward, clean and good value for budget travellers who want a calm base within walking distance of the beach and nightlife. The lobby feels like a small lobby in a busy hotel — check-in is efficient, staff are polite but not fawning. This place suits independent travellers or couples who plan to spend most of their time out exploring.

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Chronicles of Phuket

Phuket City grew rich on tin mining in the 19th century, drawing Chinese and European traders who left a legacy of Sino-Portuguese shophouses and mansions around Old Town. The island's tourism boom kicked off in the 1970s, first with backpackers on Rawai Beach, then expanding into Patong’s mega-resort strip. Modern Phuket is a mix of package-holiday resorts, upscale villas, and a still-thriving old quarter. Culturally, it retains a strong Hokkien Chinese influence, seen in its cuisine and the annual Vegetarian Festival.

Best Time to Visit

Full Phuket guide →

Best months

November through February: cool, dry weather with average highs around 30°C and low humidity. March and April are also good but get hotter.

Peak / festival surge

December and January are peak: heavy crowds, high season rates at up to double low-season levels. Christmas/New Year and Chinese New Year push occupancy to near 100%.

Budget shoulder season

May, June and October are the best budget shoulder months. You’ll find hotel discounts of 30-50%, rain is usually brief morning/afternoon showers, and beaches are uncrowded.

Weather & packing

Phuket’s wet season (May-Oct) often delivers short, heavy downpours in the late afternoon, but mornings are often sunny. Pack a light waterproof jacket and a sturdy umbrella, plus insect repellent for evening walks.

Live City Briefing — Phuket

  • Patong’s beachfront parking has been rearranged as part of a wider beach-cleaning project — expect limited space if driving, but the sand is cleaner.
  • The new Phuket light-rail project is still in planning but work on the first phase (Phuket City to Patong) is due to start in 2026, meaning some roadworks on the main highway.
  • In July 2026, Phuket’s annual ‘Sea Turtle Conservation Week’ runs from 28 June to 4 July, with beach clean-ups and release events at Mai Khao Beach — check their social media for schedule.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Palm View Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on floors 3 or 4 at the back of the building (away from Nanai Road). These upper floors reduce street noise and offer better cross-ventilation.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid ground-floor and first-floor rooms facing Nanai Road. They get direct motorbike and traffic noise from this busy street.

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Best views

Rear-facing rooms on floors 3+ overlook the garden or pool area, not the road. Front-facing rooms see Nanai Road traffic.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 and 4, especially at the rear side.

🔊 Noise notes

Nanai Road is a main through-road with motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and late-night street food vendors. Early morning garbage collection also occurs.

Insider tips

1. For a quieter stay, request a room at the back, even if it means a lower floor. 2. If you have a car, park in the rear lot – it's safer and quieter than the street-side spaces.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hotel Facilities — Palm View Resort

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Wi-Fi

Free basic WiFi throughout (up to 15 Mbps). A paid 'Premium' tier (300 THB/24h, up to 50 Mbps) available from reception.

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Lift / Elevator

One passenger lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections.

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Media & Newspapers

No complimentary newspapers. No digital newsstand. A single copy of the Bangkok Post in the lobby (weekdays only, not refreshed daily).

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Check-in / Check-out

Standard check-in from 14:00 (2pm). Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out fee: 500 THB until 18:00, full extra night after.

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Baggage Storage

Free for same-day arrivals and departures; secure room behind reception.

Accessibility

Step-free access via ramp at main entrance. Lift to all floors. However, door widths are standard (80 cm), and no adapted rooms; wheelchair users may find bathroom thresholds tricky.

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Parking

On-site parking for 15 cars, free of charge (first come, first served). No EV charging. Nearest public car park: Patong Hill Car Park on Nanai Road, 100 THB per night.

Fees, Taxes & Deposits

City / tourist tax: None (local taxes included in room rate for 3-star properties)

Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night required at booking. At check-in, a 1,000 THB refundable incidental hold is placed on credit card.

Faith & Dietary Nearby

  • Church: The House of the Lord Church Patong (529 m · ~7 min walk)
  • Place of worship: Chinese Temple (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
  • Mosque: Masjid Nurul Islam (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)

Local Lifestyle & Recreation

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Shopping

จังซีลอน — 185 m · ~2 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

ภูเก็ต ไซม่อน คาบาเรต์ — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk

5-Minute Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 301 m · ~4 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Save Drug — 408 m · ~5 min walk

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Convenience Store

Supermarket Eleven — 132 m · ~2 min walk

Money & Currency

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Local currency

Thai Baht, THB

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and in tourist areas — they give poor rates. Withdraw larger lump sums to minimise flat fees (typically 220 THB per transaction).

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Cards & contactless

Major credit cards accepted in mid-range restaurants, hotels, and larger shops; smaller street stalls and local eateries are cash-only. Contactless is available in many tourist-oriented places.

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Tipping etiquette

Not expected but appreciated. Round up the bill in restaurants (leave small change). Taxis: not required. Hotel staff: 20–100 THB for good service.

Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget

Cheap car hire →
Cheap coffee

Local iced coffee (Oliang) from street vendors or small coffee shops: 30–50 THB

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Best-value lunch

Rice or noodle dish from a local food stall or simple restaurant: 50–80 THB

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Affordable dinner

Stir-fried rice or pad thai from a street stall or basic eatery: 60–100 THB for a main

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Street food & cheap eats

Bangla Road area and side streets off Nanai Road have numerous food carts and small stalls serving grilled meats, som tam, and noodle soups for 40–80 THB

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Budget groceries

7-Eleven (ubiquitous) and larger supermarkets like Tesco Lotus Express or Big C Mini in nearby Patong

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Affordable clothes

Patong's market stalls along Rat-U-Thit Road and the Jungceylon shopping centre's budget floors for T-shirts, shorts, and beachwear

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Cheapest way around

Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) along Nanai Road to Patong beach: 30–40 THB per ride. From Phuket Airport: take a minivan (shared, 150–200 THB per person) to Patong.

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Money-saving tips

1) Eat at local food stalls or small restaurants away from the beach — prices are half of those on Bangla Road. 2) Bargain at markets, but always be polite and start at half the asking price. 3) Book tours directly with operators on Nanai Road rather than through hotel desks — you can negotiate a better rate.

Good to know — Phuket

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Plugs & power

Type A/B/C · 220V

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Tap water

not safe — drink bottled

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Currency

$1 ≈ ฿33.31 · THB

Emergency Contacts

Phuket
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Police
191
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Ambulance / Medical
1669
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Fire Department
199

International prefix: +66, Phuket area code: 76. Tourist Police hotline: 1155 (24/7, English-speaking available). Non-emergency police: 076-212-046

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Capannina italian
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Why Not Bar Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
Tiffany Restaurant and Coffee Shop Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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ร้านาหารแหลมพรหมเทพภูเก็ต thai
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Krua Roi Rod Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Black Canyon Coffee Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Orchid Restaurant Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Mando thai
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Phuket, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Palm View Resort

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 301 m · ~4 min walkpharmacy · Save Drug — 408 m · ~5 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Getting Around

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Grab (Ride-sharing App) ฿350-450

Phuket International Airport (HKT) → Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

50 min · On-demand · 24/7

💡 Download Grab app; fixed pricing upfront. Safer and more transparent than street taxis. Pool option available for savings.

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Local Songthaew & Tuk-Tuk ฿40-80

Central Phuket Town → Merlin Beach/Kamala area

30 min · Every 15-30 mins · 06:00-18:00

💡 Red songthaews are local shared taxis; negotiate fare beforehand. Best for day trips; avoid late night travel.

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Airport Metered Taxi ฿400-500

Phuket International Airport (HKT) → Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

45 min · On-demand · 24/7

💡 Use official airport taxi counter; avoid unmarked taxis. Negotiate fixed rate before departure or ensure meter is running.

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Airport Bus (Phuket Smart Bus) ฿70-120

Phuket International Airport (HKT) → Central Phuket/Patong Beach area

60 min · Every 30-60 mins · 06:00-22:00

💡 Most economical option; requires additional local transport to hotel. Buy tickets at ground floor departure hall.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best rooms at Palm View Resort?

Request a room on floors 3 or 4 at the back of the building (away from Nanai Road). These upper floors reduce street noise and offer better cross-ventilation.

Which rooms should I avoid at Palm View Resort?

Avoid ground-floor and first-floor rooms facing Nanai Road. They get direct motorbike and traffic noise from this busy street.

Is Palm View Resort noisy?

Nanai Road is a main through-road with motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and late-night street food vendors. Early morning garbage collection also occurs.

Which rooms have the best views at Palm View Resort?

Rear-facing rooms on floors 3+ overlook the garden or pool area, not the road. Front-facing rooms see Nanai Road traffic.

What are insider tips for staying at Palm View Resort?

1. For a quieter stay, request a room at the back, even if it means a lower floor. 2. If you have a car, park in the rear lot – it's safer and quieter than the street-side spaces.

What time is check-in at Palm View Resort?

Check-in at Palm View Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Palm View Resort have Wi-Fi?

Free basic WiFi throughout (up to 15 Mbps). A paid 'Premium' tier (300 THB/24h, up to 50 Mbps) available from reception.

Is there a city or tourist tax at Palm View Resort?

None (local taxes included in room rate for 3-star properties)

Where can I eat cheaply near Palm View Resort?

Rice or noodle dish from a local food stall or simple restaurant: 50–80 THB

What is the cheapest way to get around from Palm View Resort?

Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) along Nanai Road to Patong beach: 30–40 THB per ride. From Phuket Airport: take a minivan (shared, 150–200 THB per person) to Patong.

When is the best time to visit Phuket?

November through February: cool, dry weather with average highs around 30°C and low humidity. March and April are also good but get hotter.

Top Attractions in Phuket

Phuket Walking Street Market Free

💡 Bring small bills; the grilled pork skewers and mango sticky rice are worth queueing for.

Big Buddha Temple Free

💡 Dress modestly (free sarongs available); go early morning for the best light and fewest visitors — midday crowds and heat are both intense

Big Buddha Free

💡 Go early morning (before 9am) to avoid heat and crowds; the walk up is steep if you skip the taxi.

Wat Chalong Temple Free

💡 Dress modestly (cover knees and shoulders); climb the pagoda for good views of the grounds.

Nai Harn Beach Free

💡 Rent a deckchair for 100 baht from the southern end; there's free public parking near the temple.

Phuket Thai Hua Museum

💡 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.

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