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Purr Hostel

4.6(229 reviews)

Tucked into the heart of Phuket's Old Town at 259 Thanon Talang, Purr Hostel offers a relaxed and intimate alternative to the island's busier party hostels. Its location near the end of the Sunday Night Market walking street makes it an ideal base for travellers wanting easy access to local food, culture, and the charming Sino-Portuguese architecture the neighbourhood is known for. The hostel provides simple private rooms and dormitories, some with shared bathrooms, along with breakfast and Wi-Fi included.

What sets Purr Hostel apart is its reputation for genuinely attentive, warm staff. Guests consistently highlight the team's helpfulness — from offering personalised tips on local food spots and day trips, to thoughtful gestures like flexible self check-in arrangements for late arrivals. One reviewer recounted staff personally delivering a forgotten camera to the pier before their boat departed, refusing any payment in return.

The hostel suits solo travellers and backpackers looking for a clean, quiet, and sociable place to stay without the noise of a party atmosphere. Good to know: the hostel is within walking distance of the Sunday Night Market, so arriving on a Sunday evening means instant access to one of Phuket Town's liveliest street markets. Travellers with late-night flights should note that self check-in is available — it is worth contacting the hostel in advance to arrange this.

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Reviews from Google

Very nice little hostel with a perfect location near the old town, at the end of the Sunday night market walking street. It's a relatively small and quiet hostel so not a big party hostel, but does have a nice space downstairs to relax and socialise with other guests. They have a small kitchenette available to use with free coffee and water, free towels and decent WiFi. The dorm room is clean and comfy with a good curtain, personal light and a locker just outside the room. It does front onto the street but it's not too busy so there's not much noise at night. The bathrooms were nice and clean and the showers worked well too. Last but not least the owners and staff are all very kind and helpful and have put up a lot of useful information on the noticeboard and will be happy to give you a bunch of tips and recommendations too! Overall a great stay and highly recommended:)

Fang was a very cool employee and did a good job in advising us and giving us Tips for our Trip and where to go. The hostel is a solid one and the people are also quite nice. Rooms are clean, bathroom is OK if you're used to european standards. Would book again!

The staff were very thoughtful and contacted me in advance to confirm my check in time. Since my flight arrived late, I used the self check in option. The staff kindly left the form and key at the counter for me, which made the process smooth and easy. When booking, I had requested a lower bunk. Unfortunately, it was not assigned and I did not receive a response regarding this request. If there is one area that could be improved, it would be providing more information on the self check in form. For example, it would be helpful to mention that drinking water is available in the kitchen. Because I arrived very late at night, I initially thought no water was provided. The fridge near the counter was locked and appeared to be for paid items only. I clarified this with the staff the next morning, so it was not a major issue. Overall, it was a pleasant stay with helpful staff and a great location.

A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 229 reviews on Google.

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Purr Hostel: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Purr Hostel worth visiting?

Purr Hostel holds a 4.6★ rating from 229 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated hotels & resorts in Phuket.

When is the best time to visit Purr Hostel?

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: June – September (rough seas).

Where is Purr Hostel located?

Purr Hostel is at 259 Thanon Talang, Tambon Talat Yai, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – April

Avoid: June – September (rough seas)

Rainy season

May – October

Avg. temperature

24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)

Crowds

Very High

Peak: December – January

Getting there

Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.

Getting around

  • Grab (widely available)
  • Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
  • Motorbike rental
  • Airport bus to Phuket Town
  • Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands

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