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Royal Phuket City Hotel

4.3(2,598 reviews)

Situated on Phangnga Road in the heart of Phuket Town, this mid-range hotel serves as a practical base for travellers focused on culture, history, and local street life rather than beach resort areas. The surrounding neighbourhood places guests within easy walking distance of the historic Old Town district, nearby temples, and the popular Sunday Walking Night Market, making it a sensible choice for those wanting to explore the more authentic side of Phuket on foot. Rooms are described by guests as clean and reasonably spacious, with higher floors offering views across the city and out to the ocean. The property includes an on-site restaurant serving breakfast, with vegetarian options available, and staff are consistently noted for being courteous and helpful. The hotel also operates as a convention and event venue, so the atmosphere can vary depending on what is taking place during a stay. The decor in some room categories leans dated relative to the price point, which is worth factoring in when selecting a room type. Good to know: This property suits cultural travellers more than those prioritising beach access, as the nearest coastal resort areas require additional transport. Visiting between November and February offers the most comfortable conditions for exploring the surrounding streets and temples on foot. When visiting nearby religious sites, covered shoulders and knees are required as a sign of respect. Smoking is not permitted in rooms.

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Visitor Reviews

Excellent stay at this hotel, close to sunday night market and very nice views from the rooms of phuket town. Excellent breakfast every day, 2 nights here amazing breakfast. We are vegeterians and seemed to be the only vegans in a fully booked hotels full of east asian and european tourists, the chef cooked vegan spring rolls just for us and vegan dishes at breakfast. Also no mest dishes for dinner I also was a little sick on my first night here due to some street food and the chef was kind enough to send the best congee i have ever tasted in my travels across asia. The best part was very less indian tourists hardly 1-2 ,almost everyone else was chinese,korean,jap or european/american. That made our experience even better. We also got 1 free coconut water per person per day for our duration of our stay. Lovely hotel.

The hotel is located in Phuket Town, with plenty of good places nearby. I was travelling solo, and the location felt safe with good amenities. The staff were kind and helpful, and the rooms were spacious and comfortable. If you get an upper-floor room, you can even enjoy a sea view. They also have a 7-Eleven vending machine within the premises, along with an in-house restaurant, which is very convenient. The gym and swimming pool are also fairly good. Overall, a pleasant stay. I would recommend, especially for solo travellers.

Booked for a day only but Everything was perfect about this place. Room: was at 14th floor, Serene view of the city & ocean. Smoking is prohibited, a must know. Service: Staff courteous, the room safe had setting issue which they resolved immediately. Didn't even ask for any security. Breakfast: Ultimate buffet, loved it. Location: Best to roam around Old Phuket, where the vibe is ecstatic and city is both peaceful & lively. Verdict: Extremely happy for the price.

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Royal Phuket City Hotel: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Royal Phuket City Hotel worth visiting?

Royal Phuket City Hotel holds a 4.3★ rating from 2,598 Google reviews — a strong rating for hotels & resorts in Phuket.

When is the best time to visit Royal Phuket City Hotel?

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 Royal Phuket City Hotel located?

Royal Phuket City Hotel is at 154 Phangnga Rd, 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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