Your stay — Ratana Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ratana Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) at the back of the building, away from the road. These are quieter and less likely to pick up street noise from the Phuket road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing the street on lower floors (1st to 3rd), particularly those near the lift or service entrance. They will catch traffic noise and lift clatter.
Best views
Rooms at the back offer a quieter outlook over the local area or neighbouring rooftops. No pool or sea view at a 3-star property like this.
Quietest floors
4th and 5th floors, especially rooms at the rear or end of corridors.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main road in Phuket, so motorbike and tuk-tuk traffic starts early and runs late. Ground-floor public areas can also echo into rooms above.
Insider tips
1) Check in early if you want a quieter rear room; late arrivals often get the leftover street-side ones. 2) If you drive, ask reception about any free parking spaces — they’re limited at a 3-star in Phuket.
- 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 — Ratana Hotel
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; typical download speed 15 Mbps, reliable for browsing and streaming; login via room number and surname on a splash page.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
No daily newspapers; a digital newsstand is not available. The hotel has no notable heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 at reception. Late check-out until 18:00 for 50% of nightly rate, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage at the reception desk on check-out day; no cost.
Step-free access from the street to the lobby via a shallow ramp; the lift is wide enough for a standard wheelchair; no rooms are specifically designed for full wheelchair access.
Free on-site parking for about 20 cars on a first-come, first-served basis. Nearest public car park is the Rawai Parkade (100 m away, 50 THB per night). No EV charging stations.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Phuket has no city tax; 7% VAT included in rates; no resort fee).
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night's room charge at booking; a refundable 1,000 THB incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses (699 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
สวนสาธารณะเฉลิมพระเกียรติ — 2.4 km · ~29 min walk
พลับพลาที่ประทับกรมหลวงชุมพรเขตอุดมศักดิ์ สะพานหิน — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 925 m · ~12 min walk
7-Eleven — 123 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Exchange at SuperRich or T.T. Exchange in town for rates near interbank; avoid airport booths and hotel desks, which typically take 5-10% margin.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, mid-range restaurants, and larger shops; cash required for street food, taxis, and local markets. Contactless is common in major outlets but not universal.
Not expected; round up taxi fares to nearest 20 baht, leave 20-50 baht for hotel cleaners, and 10% at nicer restaurants only if service charge isn't added.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced coffee from street stalls (gafe yen) or toasties shop: 35-50 baht.
Pad Thai or chicken rice from a local food court: 50-80 baht.
Stir-fried noodle or curry dish at a simple restaurant: 80-120 baht per main.
Bangla Road area for eateries during day; Phuket Town Sunday Walking Street market for huge range; also try early-morning markets in town for fresh khao tom.
Tesco Lotus Express, 7-Eleven (for basics), Macro (biggest bulk grocery) – all common on main roads.
Phuket Weekend Market (Naka Market) and Patong market for T-shirts, beachwear, and budget clothes; expect haggling.
Local songthaew (blue shared truck) for 30-50 baht per ride between beaches/town; from Phuket Airport, catch a shared minivan (180 baht) or public bus (100 baht) to town, then songthaew to your beach.
Eat at local food courts or street stalls instead of beachfront restaurants; rent a scooter (200-300 baht/day) to avoid taxi costs; buy bottled water and snacks from 7-Eleven rather than hotel minibars.
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 Ratana Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 925 m · ~12 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 Ratana Hotel?
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) at the back of the building, away from the road. These are quieter and less likely to pick up street noise from the Phuket road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ratana Hotel?
Avoid rooms facing the street on lower floors (1st to 3rd), particularly those near the lift or service entrance. They will catch traffic noise and lift clatter.
Is Ratana Hotel noisy?
The hotel sits on a main road in Phuket, so motorbike and tuk-tuk traffic starts early and runs late. Ground-floor public areas can also echo into rooms above.
Which rooms have the best views at Ratana Hotel?
Rooms at the back offer a quieter outlook over the local area or neighbouring rooftops. No pool or sea view at a 3-star property like this.
What are insider tips for staying at Ratana Hotel?
1) Check in early if you want a quieter rear room; late arrivals often get the leftover street-side ones. 2) If you drive, ask reception about any free parking spaces — they’re limited at a 3-star in Phuket.
What time is check-in at Ratana Hotel?
Check-in at Ratana Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ratana Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; typical download speed 15 Mbps, reliable for browsing and streaming; login via room number and surname on a splash page.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ratana Hotel?
None (Phuket has no city tax; 7% VAT included in rates; no resort fee).
Where can I eat cheaply near Ratana Hotel?
Pad Thai or chicken rice from a local food court: 50-80 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ratana Hotel?
Local songthaew (blue shared truck) for 30-50 baht per ride between beaches/town; from Phuket Airport, catch a shared minivan (180 baht) or public bus (100 baht) to town, then songthaew to your beach.
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.