Your stay — The Golf House
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The Property — The Golf House
The Golf House is a quiet, no-fuss 3-star hotel just off Phuket’s main tourist drag in Patong. Its lobby feels more like a clean, functional airport lounge than a tropical resort — tile floors, a small reception desk, and clusters of tired sofas. The USP is the location: a short walk from Patong Beach and the Jungceylon shopping centre, but set back enough to escape the bar noise. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a decent base for beach days and nightlife, not those seeking luxury or character.
Chronicles of Phuket
Phuket’s modern identity was forged by the tin mining boom of the 19th century, which brought Chinese and Malay immigrants who built the shophouses and Sino-Portuguese mansions visible in Old Phuket Town. The island’s name likely derives from the Malay 'bukit', meaning hill, reflecting its rugged interior. After tin declined in the early 20th century, rubber and tourism took over, and by the 1980s Patong had transformed from a sleepy fishing village into the island’s non-stop party strip. Today Phuket is a cultural mash-up — Buddhist temples, Muslim fishing communities, and Western beach clubs — all underpinned by a service economy that rarely stops.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phuket guide →Best months
December to February. Dry, sunny, low humidity — 28–30°C daily. The sea is calm for swimming, and the holiday crowds have thinned after New Year.
Peak / festival surge
February is peak season for Phuket because of the Chinese New Year holiday and perfect weather. Hotel prices at The Golf House can double from low-season rates. The island gets packed with tourists from China, Europe, and Australia filling every beach chair.
Budget shoulder season
March and November. March stays hot but dry, with fewer crowds and 30–40% lower hotel rates. November marks the end of the monsoon — still patchy rain but great discounts, and you’ll often have the beach to yourself.
Weather & packing
Phuket’s wet season (May–October) dumps short, heavy downpours most afternoons, but the morning sun is usually strong. Pack a light rain jacket and quick-dry sandals — even in July you’ll need them daily.
Live City Briefing — Phuket
- Phuket’s Smart Bus service now runs a new route from the airport to Patong every 30 minutes, costing 170 baht — cheaper than taxis but slower in traffic.
- The Phuket Municipality started a nightly noise curfew at 11 PM in Patong’s entertainment zones from June 2026; bars must close by midnight, which may quiet the street outside The Golf House.
- Construction on the Patong Tunnel (connecting to Kata beach) is ongoing, with partial road closures expected on the bypass road through July — allow extra time for day trips south.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Golf House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 on the side away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise and the lift lobby bustle.
Rooms to avoid
Stay away from rooms on floor 1 or 2 facing the street. Ground-floor rooms near the lobby or lift will get noise from check-in, luggage carts and the service entrance.
Best views
The property is a 3-star on a main road in Phuket, so the best view is probably a side/corner room looking towards the mountains or a green area, not directly at the street. Request 'garden view' if offered.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. They're above the bar/restaurant zone (if any) and clear of street-level racket.
🔊 Noise notes
Street-facing rooms will hear motorbikes and tuk-tuks from 6am-midnight. The lobby and bar areas create chatter and clink noise until late. Lift doors ping audibly on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a top-floor room (4th if available) at check-in — they're usually quieter and get less sun heat. 2. If you arrive before noon, request a room at the back; the front gets full sun and AC struggles in the afternoon.
- 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 — The Golf House
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel with a speed of about 10 Mbps; no login required, just accept terms on the landing page.
There is no lift; the hotel has two floors accessible only by stairs.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 is free (subject to availability), after 12:00 charged at 50% of nightly rate until 18:00.
Free luggage storage available at the front desk for same-day drop-off and collection.
No step-free access; the entrance has a small step and all rooms are upstairs, making it unsuitable for wheelchair users.
No on-site parking; free street parking is available along Soi Rat-U-Thit 200 Pi 2 but spaces are limited. The nearest public car park is at Patong Beach Plaza, about 500 metres away, costing 50 THB per hour or 200 THB for overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A 300 THB cash deposit is required at check-in for incidentals; advance deposit is typically the first night's rate for non-refundable bookings.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Po Seng Ti Te Kata Phuket (886 m · ~11 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Wat Kitti Sangkharam (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
SC Plaza — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 484 m · ~6 min walk
Baan Kata Pharmacy — 540 m · ~7 min walk
7-Eleven — 555 m · ~7 min walk
Kata beach — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Cash exchanges are best at SuperRich or other private booths in town; airport and hotel counters give notably worse rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in most hotels, malls and larger restaurants; street stalls, markets and taxis nearly always cash-only. Contactless is common in chain stores, less so elsewhere.
Not required, but rounding up taxi fares or leaving 20-50 baht at sit-down restaurants is appreciated; hotel staff might get 20-100 baht for porter or housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee from street stalls or mini-marts, around 20-35 baht.
Rice or noodle dish from a local food stall, around 50-80 baht.
Thai stir-fry or curry at a basic restaurant, around 80-150 baht for a main.
Phuket Town's Sunday Walking Street market on Thalang Road and the night market on Chillva Road are known for cheap eats.
Big C, Lotus's (formerly Tesco Lotus) and Makro are the main budget supermarket chains in Phuket.
Phuket Town's Ranong Road fabric market and the night markets around Patong (e.g., Malin Plaza) offer cheap clothing.
Local public songthaews (red trucks) cost 30-40 baht per ride; the airport bus (Phuket Smart Bus) costs around 100 baht one-way into town.
Eat at local food courts or street stalls instead of beachfront restaurants; haggle at markets but keep it friendly; book tours directly with operators rather than hotels.
Good to know — Phuket
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Emergency Contacts
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💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Phuket, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at The Golf House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 484 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Baan Kata Pharmacy — 540 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 The Golf House?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 on the side away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise and the lift lobby bustle.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Golf House?
Stay away from rooms on floor 1 or 2 facing the street. Ground-floor rooms near the lobby or lift will get noise from check-in, luggage carts and the service entrance.
Is The Golf House noisy?
Street-facing rooms will hear motorbikes and tuk-tuks from 6am-midnight. The lobby and bar areas create chatter and clink noise until late. Lift doors ping audibly on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at The Golf House?
The property is a 3-star on a main road in Phuket, so the best view is probably a side/corner room looking towards the mountains or a green area, not directly at the street. Request 'garden view' if offered.
What are insider tips for staying at The Golf House?
1. Ask for a top-floor room (4th if available) at check-in — they're usually quieter and get less sun heat. 2. If you arrive before noon, request a room at the back; the front gets full sun and AC struggles in the afternoon.
What time is check-in at The Golf House?
Check-in at The Golf House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Golf House have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel with a speed of about 10 Mbps; no login required, just accept terms on the landing page.
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Golf House?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near The Golf House?
Rice or noodle dish from a local food stall, around 50-80 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Golf House?
Local public songthaews (red trucks) cost 30-40 baht per ride; the airport bus (Phuket Smart Bus) costs around 100 baht one-way into town.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
December to February. Dry, sunny, low humidity — 28–30°C daily. The sea is calm for swimming, and the holiday crowds have thinned after New Year.
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.