Your stay — Par Phuket Hotel
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The Property — Par Phuket Hotel
Par Phuket Hotel is a no-frills, reliable 3-star property on the island’s west coast, just off the main Patong strip. The lobby feels like a clean, air-conditioned refuge after the tropical heat: functional tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a seating area that doesn’t pretend to be luxury. The USP is location – you can walk to Patong Beach and Bangla Road in under ten minutes – and a decent pool tucked behind the building. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean bed and quick beach access without paying for resort extras.
Chronicles of Phuket
Phuket’s modern identity was forged in the 19th century by Chinese and European tin miners, who built the Sino-Portuguese shophouses you still see in Phuket Town. The island became a major rubber and coconut exporter before tourism took over from the 1970s onwards. Today Phuket blends a fast-growing international resort scene with pockets of old-world charm, especially around the Old Town’s weekend walking street. Its cultural identity remains a mix of Thai, Chinese, and Malay influences, visible in its food and festivals like the annual Vegetarian Festival.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phuket guide →Best months
December to February: dry season with reliably sunny days, low humidity, and calm seas. Temperatures hover around 28–32°C, ideal for beach time, and crowds are manageable outside Christmas-New Year peak.
Peak / festival surge
July to August: European summer holidays drive high demand, plus the tail of the southwest monsoon brings frequent heavy showers. Hotel prices jump 20–30% above low season. The main draw is the Phuket King’s Cup Regatta (July), but for most visitors it’s simply school holidays.
Budget shoulder season
May, June and September: lowest room rates, fewer tourists, and you can still get sunny spells – though expect afternoon downpours. Great value if you’re flexible with plans and don’t mind tropical rain.
Weather & packing
Phuket’s climate quirk is that even in the wet season, mornings are often bright and sunny, with rain only arriving by mid-afternoon. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket or an umbrella that fits in a daypack, plus quick-dry footwear – sandals with good grip are better than flip-flops on wet tiles.
Live City Briefing — Phuket
- The Patong beachfront walking street extension is now complete – a seafront promenade from Soi Bangla down to the southern end, making it easier to avoid traffic on Thaweewong Road.
- Phuket International Airport’s terminal 3 expansion opened in late 2024, easing congestion during peak hours, but budget airlines still use the older pier – allow extra time for bus transfers between gates.
- July 2026 brings the annual Phuket Jazz Festival on 16–18 July at Saphan Hin Park – free entry, mostly local acts, and it rarely causes accommodation price spikes like the Regatta does.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Par Phuket Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, at the back of the building (away from the street). These upper floors minimise street-level noise from Phuket’s constant traffic and motorbikes, and the mid-rise position avoids roof-level heat. Rooms ending in '05–10' typically face the quieter side.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor and 1st-floor rooms, especially those facing the street or near the lobby/restaurant — they pick up check-in chatter, breakfast clatter, and engine noise. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can get morning alarm buzzes from luggage and staff.
Best views
Rooms at the back (likely facing the pool or garden) give a green, calm outlook instead of the road. The front offers a cluttered street view of shops and wires. No sea view given the 3-star location; expect urban or pool aspect.
Quietest floors
3rd to 4th floors are the quietest — high enough to reduce street hum, low enough to avoid roof maintenance or bar noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Phuket’s main roads are busy all day with songthaews, tuk-tuks, and motorbikes. The hotel is on a typical town street, so you’ll hear horns from 6am and late-night bar music from nearby spots. The lift hum can drift into adjacent rooms, especially at rush hours.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 4pm when the reception queue thins — this 3-star has a single desk and can get backed up with tour groups. 2. If you’re renting a scooter, ask for a room at the back of the building; the hotel’s small car park at the front can have noisy engines starting up at dawn.
- 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 — Par Phuket Hotel
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; no paid tier; no login needed—just join network 'ParPhuket'
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free access to PressReader via QR code in lobby; building is a modern low-rise (2017), no heritage quirks
Check-in from 14:00, early bag drop from 07:00; late check-out until 13:00 for 500 THB (if available)
Free for same-day collection; 100 THB per day for multi-day storage
Level access from street to lobby; lift to all floors; no rooms with roll-in shower; a few ground-floor rooms with step-free bath entrance
Free on-site parking for 20 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park at Central Phuket (1.2 km away, 30 THB/hour, no overnight rate); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city tax; VAT included in rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment for first night at booking; 1,000 THB incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Seed of Kathu church (309 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Big C — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
สวนสาธารณะลานกีฬาอำเภอกะทู้ — 893 m · ~11 min walk
Aphrodite Cabaret Show — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 529 m · ~7 min walk
7-Eleven — 487 m · ~6 min walk
Lomprayah Bus Terminal — 2.7 km · ~33 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Exchange money at SuperRich or similar exchange booths in Phuket Town for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area bureaux, which give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, larger restaurants, and shops, but cash is essential for street food, taxis, and small vendors; contactless (including Apple Pay/Google Pay) works in many modern places.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares, leave 20-50 baht for good restaurant service, and tip hotel staff 20-100 baht for services like carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Takeaway coffee from a local stall costs about 40-60 baht.
A bowl of noodle soup from a street stall or simple restaurant costs around 50-70 baht.
A Thai main course at a casual local restaurant costs around 80-150 baht.
Look for evening food markets (e.g., Phuket Town Sunday Walking Street, Chillva Market) and roadside stalls for cheap eats like pad thai, satay, and grilled meats.
Budget supermarkets in this area include Tesco Lotus and Big C.
Affordable clothes shopping is typical at local markets such as Phuket Town's weekend market or along Thalang Road.
The cheapest way around is by local songthaew (shared truck-taxis) for 30-50 baht per ride; from the airport, take the Airport Bus to Phuket Town for 100 baht.
Eat at local street stalls and markets rather than tourist restaurants; negotiate taxi fares before getting in; buy water and snacks at 7-Eleven rather than tourist shops.
Good to know — Phuket
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.47 · 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 Par Phuket Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 529 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 Par Phuket Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, at the back of the building (away from the street). These upper floors minimise street-level noise from Phuket’s constant traffic and motorbikes, and the mid-rise position avoids roof-level heat. Rooms ending in '05–10' typically face the quieter side.
Which rooms should I avoid at Par Phuket Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor and 1st-floor rooms, especially those facing the street or near the lobby/restaurant — they pick up check-in chatter, breakfast clatter, and engine noise. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can get morning alarm buzzes from luggage and staff.
Is Par Phuket Hotel noisy?
Phuket’s main roads are busy all day with songthaews, tuk-tuks, and motorbikes. The hotel is on a typical town street, so you’ll hear horns from 6am and late-night bar music from nearby spots. The lift hum can drift into adjacent rooms, especially at rush hours.
Which rooms have the best views at Par Phuket Hotel?
Rooms at the back (likely facing the pool or garden) give a green, calm outlook instead of the road. The front offers a cluttered street view of shops and wires. No sea view given the 3-star location; expect urban or pool aspect.
What are insider tips for staying at Par Phuket Hotel?
1. Check in after 4pm when the reception queue thins — this 3-star has a single desk and can get backed up with tour groups. 2. If you’re renting a scooter, ask for a room at the back of the building; the hotel’s small car park at the front can have noisy engines starting up at dawn.
What time is check-in at Par Phuket Hotel?
Check-in at Par Phuket Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Par Phuket Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; no paid tier; no login needed—just join network 'ParPhuket'
Is there a city or tourist tax at Par Phuket Hotel?
None (no separate city tax; VAT included in rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Par Phuket Hotel?
A bowl of noodle soup from a street stall or simple restaurant costs around 50-70 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Par Phuket Hotel?
The cheapest way around is by local songthaew (shared truck-taxis) for 30-50 baht per ride; from the airport, take the Airport Bus to Phuket Town for 100 baht.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
December to February: dry season with reliably sunny days, low humidity, and calm seas. Temperatures hover around 28–32°C, ideal for beach time, and crowds are manageable outside Christmas-New Year peak.
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.