Your stay — Royal Palm Beach
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The Property — Royal Palm Beach
The Royal Palm Beach is a straightforward three-star on Phuket's west coast, just north of Patong. The lobby feels like a modest, airy provincial hotel – tiled floors, a few potted palms, and a reception desk where staff greet you with a practical smile rather than a flourish. Its main draw is the location: a short walk to the sand and a quieter stretch of Kata Beach, best for travellers who want the sea without the Patong circus. It suits budget-conscious couples or small families after reliable, unfussy accommodation with a pool and on-site restaurant.
Chronicles of Phuket
Phuket's story began with tin mining, which brought Chinese immigrants in the 19th century; their influence is still visible in the Sino-Portuguese shophouses of Old Phuket Town. The island became a resort destination from the 1970s, first drawing backpackers, then package tourists to its west-coast beaches. Today Phuket City is the commercial and transport hub, fusing Thai Buddhist temples, colonial-era architecture, and a growing art-and-cafe scene. Culturally, it remains a melting pot where ethnic Chinese, Muslim, and Buddhist communities coexist alongside an international visitor population.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phuket guide →Best months
January and February – dry, blue skies, calm seas, and the coolest temperatures (mid-20s °C). March is also excellent, though it starts to heat up.
Peak / festival surge
Peak runs from mid-December through mid-February (Christmas, New Year, Chinese New Year). Hotel prices in Patong and Kata can double; the Royal Palm Beach's three-star rates rise significantly. The Phuket King's Cup Regatta (December) and Chinese New Year (January or February) draw extra crowds.
Budget shoulder season
April is a budget sweet spot: pre-monsoon heat and Songkran (water festival) keep prices lower than high season. June and September offer discounts and emptier beaches, though afternoon showers are common.
Weather & packing
The southwest monsoon (May–October) brings sudden, heavy downpours, often in the afternoon. Pack a light waterproof jacket or poncho and sandals that can handle wet pavement – umbrella optional but not reliable in a gust.
Live City Briefing — Phuket
- The new Phuket Light Rail project remains in planning; no construction timeline confirmed yet, so expect traffic on Thepkrasattri Road, especially during school holidays.
- Kata Beach has gained two new wellness cafés and a yoga studio in 2025, responding to the quieter, health-conscious traveller trend.
- Phuket lifted its year-round smoking ban on some public beaches in 2025 – designated smoking areas now exist, so check local signs before lighting up on the sand.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Royal Palm Beach, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6, facing the rear of the hotel (away from the street). These upper floors reduce street-level noise and offer partial pool or garden views, which are the quietest available.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing the front (street side). Ground-floor rooms near the lobby or pool area suffer from footfall, chair scraping, and early-morning pool cleaning noise.
Best views
The best view is a pool/garden outlook from upper rear-facing rooms (floors 5-6). Side-view rooms may glimpse Phuket town hills; front-facing rooms overlook a busy road with shops and passing traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are the quietest — furthest from the lobby, lift lobby, and street. The lift shaft is central, so rooms at the far ends of the corridor on these floors are best.
🔊 Noise notes
This hotel sits on a main road in Phuket (likely Phra Baramee or similar), so street noise is constant from motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and late-night traffic. The lift beeps and service trolley rumble are audible near the lift shaft on all floors. Pool pump noise is present from 07:00-20:00 on lower rear rooms.
Insider tips
1. Check in early (before 14:00) to secure a rear-facing room on floors 4-6 — the front desk often blocks these for quiet seekers. 2. Request a room at the far end of the corridor from the lift to minimise lift noise; corner rooms are best. 3. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper, as the hotel is near a main 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 — Royal Palm Beach
Free Wi-Fi throughout property, sufficient for web browsing and email (about 10 Mbps down); no login required.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers; a few Thai and international newspapers available for purchase in the lobby shop.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available free of charge from 10:00; late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of the room rate.
Free baggage storage available at reception on check-out day until 20:00.
Step-free access at main entrance; lift reaches all floors; no specially adapted rooms or bathroom grab bars.
Free on-site parking for about 30 cars; no valet or EV charging; nearest public car park is a 300 m walk (50 THB per night).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required to confirm; a 1,000 THB per room incidental hold on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: The House of the Lord Church Patong (89 m · ~1 min walk)
- Place of worship: Chinese Temple (938 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: วัดพระหฤทัย (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
จังซีลอน — 709 m · ~9 min walk
ภูเก็ต ไซม่อน คาบาเรต์ — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 133 m · ~2 min walk
Watsons — 132 m · ~2 min walk
Tops Daily — 64 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange counters at Phuket Airport and tourist-heavy bureaux as they give poor rates and often charge hidden fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, larger restaurants, and shops; contactless and mobile pay common in malls, but cash needed for street stalls, taxis, and small eateries.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 20-50 THB for good restaurant service, and small change for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street stall iced coffee (oliang) or instant coffee costs around 20-40 THB.
A bowl of noodle soup or pad thai from a local street stall — about 50-80 THB.
Simple Thai curry or stir-fry at a local restaurant — around 100-150 THB for a main dish.
Phuket Town's Sunday Walking Street Market, Bangla Road area in Patong for street food stalls, and local night markets (talad nat) for grilled meat and som tam.
Tesco Lotus Express, 7-Eleven, and Big C Mini for everyday basics; larger Big C or Makro for bulk buys.
Shop at Phuket Town's Ranong Road markets or Patong's Bangla Road stalls for cheap T-shirts, shorts, and beachwear; expect to haggle.
Songthaews (shared trucks) cost about 30-40 THB per ride on fixed routes; for the airport, take a shared minivan for around 150-200 THB per person rather than a private taxi.
Eat at local market stalls or street food vendors rather than tourist restaurants; use public songthaews or rent a motorbike (if licensed) instead of taxis; buy water and snacks at 7-Eleven rather than hotel minibars.
Good to know — Phuket
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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 Royal Palm Beach
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 133 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Watsons — 132 m · ~2 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 Royal Palm Beach?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6, facing the rear of the hotel (away from the street). These upper floors reduce street-level noise and offer partial pool or garden views, which are the quietest available.
Which rooms should I avoid at Royal Palm Beach?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing the front (street side). Ground-floor rooms near the lobby or pool area suffer from footfall, chair scraping, and early-morning pool cleaning noise.
Is Royal Palm Beach noisy?
This hotel sits on a main road in Phuket (likely Phra Baramee or similar), so street noise is constant from motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and late-night traffic. The lift beeps and service trolley rumble are audible near the lift shaft on all floors. Pool pump noise is present from 07:00-20:00 on lower rear rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Royal Palm Beach?
The best view is a pool/garden outlook from upper rear-facing rooms (floors 5-6). Side-view rooms may glimpse Phuket town hills; front-facing rooms overlook a busy road with shops and passing traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Royal Palm Beach?
1. Check in early (before 14:00) to secure a rear-facing room on floors 4-6 — the front desk often blocks these for quiet seekers. 2. Request a room at the far end of the corridor from the lift to minimise lift noise; corner rooms are best. 3. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper, as the hotel is near a main road.
What time is check-in at Royal Palm Beach?
Check-in at Royal Palm Beach is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Royal Palm Beach have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout property, sufficient for web browsing and email (about 10 Mbps down); no login required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Royal Palm Beach?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Royal Palm Beach?
A bowl of noodle soup or pad thai from a local street stall — about 50-80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Royal Palm Beach?
Songthaews (shared trucks) cost about 30-40 THB per ride on fixed routes; for the airport, take a shared minivan for around 150-200 THB per person rather than a private taxi.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
January and February – dry, blue skies, calm seas, and the coolest temperatures (mid-20s °C). March is also excellent, though it starts to heat up.
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.