Mad Monkey Phuket
A party hostel where the ground-floor bar pulls in outsiders too, and the private rooms are genuinely hotel-standard.
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- Phone
- +66 80 740 4347
- Website
- madmonkeyhostels.com/phuket
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About Mad Monkey Phuket
Come here to meet people. That's the whole point of this place, and it does it well. The ground floor works as a proper pub, so much so that travelers staying elsewhere in Patong wander in for the evening and end up staying till closing. Pub crawls and organized activities run regularly, and the staff get named in reviews over and over, which usually tells you the front desk is doing more than checking people in.
Dorms are the obvious choice for solo travelers on a budget, and guests consistently rate them clean and well kept. But the private rooms are the interesting bit. Several people describe them as feeling like a decent hotel room rather than a hostel afterthought, which makes this a smart pick if you want the social side without sharing a room with five strangers. If you want quiet, though, look elsewhere. This is a party hostel on Thanon Chaloemphrakiat in Patong, and the noise comes with the territory.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
I came to Phuket on an impromptu trip, and first time I entered Mad Monkey I thought it was a pub/bar 🙃 however I soon realised it was a hostel, and for me as a solo traveller (staying in another location) the bar felt really lively and warm place to interact with a wide variety of folks from across the globe.I made a few lovely friends as well here. I loved the energy here as compared to the chaos on Bangla road, so spent a few evenings drinking here and mingling with others. Now I know where to stay, if I come again to Phuket on a solo trip. Hats off to the bar staff for their pleasing smiles and to the management for the evening events. Very endearing and interesting place to stay, and I must add, absolutely safe and in an excellent location. PS - to the hostel management: thanks for allowing walk in guests at the bar, it was a memorable part of my overall stay in Phuket 🤟🏽
I stayed at Mad Monkey Phuket for my last city for my Thailand trip. And this was the perfect way to wind down. I had a private room. It was actually a really nice hotel room. So I got the luxury of a hotel with the social aspect of a party hostel. I got greeted by Mila. She showed me around. The coming days a went to multiple pub crawls and I had the best time. I would really recommend Mad Monkey Phuket.
I had such an amazing time in mad monkey. Everyone there is lovely and they all feel like a big family. Natasha at reception was incredibly helpful with booking my room and so so friendly. Gary is a solid rep. Really made my stay here amazing. Had so much fun on the pub crawl and all the other activities.
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15 Thanon Chaloemphrakiat, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand
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Mad Monkey Phuket: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mad Monkey Phuket worth visiting?
Mad Monkey Phuket holds a 4.8★ rating from 1,820 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated hotels & resorts in Phuket.
When is the best time to visit Mad Monkey Phuket?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (rough seas).
Where is Mad Monkey Phuket located?
Mad Monkey Phuket is at 15 Thanon Chaloemphrakiat, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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