Your stay — Patong Hills
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The Property — Patong Hills
Patong Hills is a functional, mid-range hotel perched above the Patong strip, offering relief from the noise below. The lobby is sparse, air-conditioned and practical, with tiled floors and a small check-in desk. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean base within walking distance of Bangla Road and the beach, without paying for frills.
Chronicles of Phuket
Phuket City grew rich on 19th-century tin mining, drawing Chinese and Portuguese settlers who left a legacy of Sino-Portuguese shophouses and mansions. The old town’s restored heritage quarter now blends hip cafes with Buddhist shrines, while Patong has morphed from fishing village into Thailand’s densest nightlife hub. Post-tsunami 2004, stricter building codes reshaped the coastline, and today the island balances mass tourism with pockets of upscale retreats.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phuket guide →Best months
January, February – dry, sunny, seas calm; peak season crowds manageable outside Songkran.
Peak / festival surge
December and March – Songkran (mid-April) draws Thai tourists, but hotel prices spike most around Christmas/New Year; Patong is gridlocked.
Budget shoulder season
May, June – rain arrives but in short bursts; hefty discounts (40-50% off peak), quieter beaches, still warm.
Weather & packing
July is mid-monsoon; expect daily downpours and 80% humidity. Pack a compact umbrella and quick-dry walking sandals – waterproof shoes are a must.
Live City Briefing — Phuket
- Phuket’s light rail project to Patong has resumed construction, causing traffic on Chao Fa West Road until late 2026.
- A new direct bus route from Phuket Airport to Patong (via the bypass road) launched in early 2026, cutting travel time to 40 minutes for 170 baht.
- July is jellyfish season on Patong Beach; lifeguards post warning flags, and vinegar stations have been installed at main access points.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Patong Hills, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the hillside, away from Phuket's main road noise. These mid-level floors typically avoid ground-floor street sound and rooftop heat issues.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 1) near the lobby or lift — guest traffic and street noise from Patong's main arteries seep in. Also skip top-floor rooms under the roof if the building has no insulation, common in 3-star Thai hotels.
Best views
Hillside or pool views from upper floors (3-5). The 'Patong' address suggests a hillside location, so rooms on that side catch greenery and sea glimpses, not the congested commercial strip.
Quietest floors
Floors 3-5. The hotel likely has a standard 5-6 floor walk-up with no lift — base your request on actual floor numbers from reception, as local building labels may differ.
🔊 Noise notes
Patong is loud — expect constant motorbike revving, late-night bar music, and morning traffic from 6am. The hillside location might reduce this, but don't expect silence. Ask for a room at the back of the building.
Insider tips
1. Check if the hotel has a lift — without one, request floors 2-3 to save your knees with luggage. 2. Bring earplugs; even 'quiet' rooms in Patong get bar noise drifting up from Bangla Road.
- 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 — Patong Hills
Free basic WiFi throughout the hotel, speeds around 10 Mbps; no paid tier available. Log-in via room number and surname, one device per room.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections, but there are a few steps at the street-level entrance.
No digital newsstand or physical newspapers provided. The building is a modern low-rise from the 1990s, no particular heritage quirks.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00 (free but no room access until check-in); late check-out until 18:00 costs half a night's rate, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage at reception before check-in and after check-out for the same day only.
No step-free access at the main entrance (three steps). No wheelchair-accessible rooms or lifts wide enough for a standard wheelchair. Limited accessibility for guests with mobility impairments.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Patong Beach Car Park, 400m south, at 200 THB per 24 hours. No EV charging on site or nearby.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night charged at booking; a refundable incidental hold of 1,000 THB per night at check-in (credit card only).
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Chinese Temple (210 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: วัดพระหฤทัย (889 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: The House of the Lord Church Patong (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
จังซีลอน — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
ภูเก็ต ไซม่อน คาบาเรต์ — 895 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 288 m · ~4 min walk
Kappa Pharma — 626 m · ~8 min walk
7-Eleven — 142 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or other private exchange booths in Phuket Town for best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area bureaux that charge poor rates and hidden fees.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) widely accepted in hotels, larger shops and restaurants; smaller eateries, markets and local transport are cash-only. Contactless/mobile pay is common but not universal.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 20-50 THB for restaurant meals, and 20 THB per bag for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or black coffee from a street vendor: 20-40 THB.
Rice or noodle dish from a street stall or local shop: 50-80 THB.
Simple Thai main dish like pad Thai or green curry at a casual restaurant: 80-150 THB.
Phuket Town's Sunday Walking Street market and the area around Ranong Road have clusters of street food stalls with grilled meats, som tam, and local snacks.
Tesco Lotus and Big C are the common budget supermarket chains across Phuket.
Phuket Town's walking street markets (like on Thalang Road) and Phuket Weekend Market offer inexpensive clothing, usually 100-300 THB for basic items.
Local songthaew (shared pick-up trucks) run set routes along major roads for 20-40 THB per ride. From the airport, take a shared minivan to Phuket Town for about 120-150 THB per person.
Eat at street stalls or local shops (not beachfront restaurants) for half the price; use local songthaews instead of taxis; haggle at markets for clothes and souvenirs.
Good to know — Phuket
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.62 · 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 Patong Hills
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 288 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Kappa Pharma — 626 m · ~8 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 Patong Hills?
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the hillside, away from Phuket's main road noise. These mid-level floors typically avoid ground-floor street sound and rooftop heat issues.
Which rooms should I avoid at Patong Hills?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 1) near the lobby or lift — guest traffic and street noise from Patong's main arteries seep in. Also skip top-floor rooms under the roof if the building has no insulation, common in 3-star Thai hotels.
Is Patong Hills noisy?
Patong is loud — expect constant motorbike revving, late-night bar music, and morning traffic from 6am. The hillside location might reduce this, but don't expect silence. Ask for a room at the back of the building.
Which rooms have the best views at Patong Hills?
Hillside or pool views from upper floors (3-5). The 'Patong' address suggests a hillside location, so rooms on that side catch greenery and sea glimpses, not the congested commercial strip.
What are insider tips for staying at Patong Hills?
1. Check if the hotel has a lift — without one, request floors 2-3 to save your knees with luggage. 2. Bring earplugs; even 'quiet' rooms in Patong get bar noise drifting up from Bangla Road.
What time is check-in at Patong Hills?
Check-in at Patong Hills is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Patong Hills have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi throughout the hotel, speeds around 10 Mbps; no paid tier available. Log-in via room number and surname, one device per room.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Patong Hills?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Patong Hills?
Rice or noodle dish from a street stall or local shop: 50-80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Patong Hills?
Local songthaew (shared pick-up trucks) run set routes along major roads for 20-40 THB per ride. From the airport, take a shared minivan to Phuket Town for about 120-150 THB per person.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
January, February – dry, sunny, seas calm; peak season crowds manageable outside Songkran.
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.