Best Budget Accommodations in Phuket

Phuket continues to attract tourists across the globe owing to its diverse culture, happening night life and wonderful shopping opportunities.  Phuket offers numerous accommodation options ranging from budget hotels, hostels to luxurious beach front properties and villas. If you do not intend to spend a fortune on your accommodation during your Phuket holidays, then here is our list of best accommodations that won’t burn a hole in your pocket while you enjoy yourself thoroughly.

Eing Lay Beach Guest House

This quaint budget hotel is in close proximity to Jungceylon Shopping Mall and Patong beach. The location is ideal if you want to experience the hip night life of Phuket. Rooms are clean and well maintained. Each room is equipped with bathroom with hot shower facility, air-conditioning, refrigerator and television.  Their in-house restaurant offers scrumptious Thai food that can be gulped down with soft drinks or beer. Their tariff starts at 842 Baht, though you may need to book well in advance since they only have 8 rooms.

Beach Resorts (Creative Commons)
Beach Resorts (Creative Commons)

Patong Bay Inn

This simple yet comfortable budget hotel is located just a minute away from the Patong beach. You can enjoy peaceful walks on the beach, vibrant night life, and authentic food along with fantastic shopping experience in the proximity of this hotel.  Your stay at Patong Bay Inn is highly economical considering the facilities provided by them at mere 800 Baht. Each room is equipped with air-conditioning, mini-bar, television, Wi-Fi connectivity, refrigerator, coffee maker and safe deposit box.  You could also enjoy a dip in their on-site swimming pool or hop into the closest Spa for a soothing Thai Massage.

Hotel in Phuket (Creative Commons)
Hotel in Phuket (Creative Commons)

Paradise Resortel

This wonderful hotel is situated on the west coast of Phuket. They have 24 rooms that are classified in different categories. Each room is equipped with air-conditioning, television, mini-bar and a bathroom with a bath-tub. Paradise Resortel does not have in-house dining facilities; however there are plenty of European and Thai restaurants in the vicinity. Their tariff starts at 750 Baht. You could book for a car rental service for sight-seeing in Phuket. Other host of activities that can be enjoyed in Phuket are scuba-diving in Phi Phi islands, shopping, trekking in Khao Sok jungle and ATV riding.

Other options available for budget accommodations in Phuket are Green Mansion, Sea front home and Bangtao Kanita House. It is a good idea to stay closer to beaches and shopping malls as it allows you to catch the maximum action in the city.