Phuket, TH

Phuket Old Town Hostel

42 Karbi Rd., Phuket Town

2 stars · Guest score 8.6/10

About this hotel

Convenient Amenities Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, television in the common area, and tour/ticket assistance. Featured Amenities Take advantage of express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and laundry facilities. Comfortable Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms, featuring kitchens, free minibar items, and microwaves. Book your stay at Phuket Old Town Hostel and explore the vibrant attractions nearby!

Highlights

Vibrant Phuket Location

Explore the lively surroundings of Phuket Old Town with easy access to local attractions and cultural sights.

Comfortable Guest Stay

Enjoy efficient service and cozy rooms equipped with kitchens, free minibar items, and microwaves for a homely experience.

Convenient Amenities

Take advantage of free Wi-Fi, laundry services, and express check-out to make your stay seamless.

Facilities

  • Street parking
All 10 facilities
  • Television in common areas
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Free WiFi
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Wheelchair accessible

Check-in & checkout

Check-in
02:00 PM – 09:00 PM
Check-out
11:00 AM

Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their passport before arrival. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

House rules

Pets

Pets not allowed

Pets

Service animals not allowed

Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

Accessibility

No elevators

Payment

Cash deposit required

General

Professional property host/manager

Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available

Children and extra beds

No cribs (infant beds) available

Rooms & rates

Choose dates from search to see available rooms.

Guest reviews

Cozy accommodation. A bit noisy perhaps but good location and friendly staff.

Cozy accommodation. A bit noisy perhaps but good location and friendly staff.

Verified traveler · 10/10

You will get what you pay for here. You are looking for a cheap location with a bed and bathroom in your room. Paperthin walls which will make you hear your neighbors' thoughts. I would recommend you to bring hearing protection buds to put deep inside your ear for a good sleep. The AC in my room worked very well. It is so central in Old Phuket that you will be happy however this place is. I would, however, be ashamed to bring home a girl. I had a really bad water-damaged bathroom during my stay. The water didn't flow the right way, so if I took a shower the whole bathroom floor would be wet and there would be old water under the floor tiles when you step inside the bathroom the day after. Please get me right, I am happy about my stay at this place.

You will get what you pay for here. You are looking for a cheap location with a bed and bathroom in your room. Paperthin walls which will make you hear your neighbors' thoughts. I would recommend you to bring hearing protection buds to put deep inside your ear for a good sleep. The AC in my room worked very well. It is so central in Old Phuket that you will be happy however this place is. I would, however, be ashamed to bring home a girl. I had a really bad water-damaged bathroom during my stay. The water didn't flow the right way, so if I took a shower the whole bathroom floor would be wet and there would be old water under the floor tiles when you step inside the bathroom the day after. Please get me right, I am happy about my stay at this place.

Mats Patrik · 6/10

Aside from a little glitch at check-in (nobody at the desk to give us a key or let us in) everything was great! The location is perfect for just looking around old town and the lady at the desk was super helpful arranging a late-night taxi for us.

Aside from a little glitch at check-in (nobody at the desk to give us a key or let us in) everything was great! The location is perfect for just looking around old town and the lady at the desk was super helpful arranging a late-night taxi for us.

Pamela · 8/10

We stayed 2 days in this hostel. We took the best room (the family one). No one at the reception when we wanted to check in! We had to wait 20 minutes to see someone who doesn't speak English... she called the owner who just spoke on the phone... she was rude and didn't listen to any questions... just pay and go! In fact, we understood that she has villas to rent and she really doesn't care about her guest house. Don't expect any service/advice or anything from them! (Can we change the towel - NO / Can we give a call 1 minute to confirm a boat booking - NO / Can we print one paper - NO / Where can I find a restaurant at this time (9 pm) - I don't know... 🤯 So much nicer place on the same street. I don't know how they can be highlighted on some booking agency. This place is terrible! Very noisy room (windows don't close completely) and the worst service I have seen!

We stayed 2 days in this hostel. We took the best room (the family one). No one at the reception when we wanted to check in! We had to wait 20 minutes to see someone who doesn't speak English... she called the owner who just spoke on the phone... she was rude and didn't listen to any questions... just pay and go! In fact, we understood that she has villas to rent and she really doesn't care about her guest house. Don't expect any service/advice or anything from them! (Can we change the towel - NO / Can we give a call 1 minute to confirm a boat booking - NO / Can we print one paper - NO / Where can I find a restaurant at this time (9 pm) - I don't know... 🤯 So much nicer place on the same street. I don't know how they can be highlighted on some booking agency. This place is terrible! Very noisy room (windows don't close completely) and the worst service I have seen!

alexhoian · 2/10

I wanted a refrigerator in the room.

I wanted a refrigerator in the room.

Verified traveler · 8/10

It has been a while since we came to Phuket, and I understand prices have gone up, however, paying 600 baht for a fan room is way too much. The rooms with air we heard go for $1,400. That seems like greed is taking charge at this point. A couple of positive things I can point out is that the front door was secure at night, and that breakfast is included. One big annoyance was that the lady got pushy cleaning our room and even forgot our garbage twice. We locked our door while we went to eat breakfast, and the lady just unlocked our door without our permission and cleaned the room. We feel this is an invasion of our privacy. I realize Old Town is more touristy than other areas of the city, but we used to pay only 300 baht for fan rooms, which is standard. We checked out other guesthouses for next time, and they come with air conditioning, breakfast, and for a much cheaper price. Thank you for reading. 🤗

It has been a while since we came to Phuket, and I understand prices have gone up, however, paying 600 baht for a fan room is way too much. The rooms with air we heard go for $1,400. That seems like greed is taking charge at this point. A couple of positive things I can point out is that the front door was secure at night, and that breakfast is included. One big annoyance was that the lady got pushy cleaning our room and even forgot our garbage twice. We locked our door while we went to eat breakfast, and the lady just unlocked our door without our permission and cleaned the room. We feel this is an invasion of our privacy. I realize Old Town is more touristy than other areas of the city, but we used to pay only 300 baht for fan rooms, which is standard. We checked out other guesthouses for next time, and they come with air conditioning, breakfast, and for a much cheaper price. Thank you for reading. 🤗

mindy046 · 2/10

Impressive scenes in old town, could be called Chinese town due to lanterns hanging everywhere there. However, the most unforgettable memory is delicious food served including coffee and Thai food besides the hot weather that can melt all lipids 🤣

Impressive scenes in old town, could be called Chinese town due to lanterns hanging everywhere there. However, the most unforgettable memory is delicious food served including coffee and Thai food besides the hot weather that can melt all lipids 🤣

kevindecor · 10/10

I booked this hostel last minute when my travel plans changed. Although the hostel owner planned to be on holiday during the time of my stay, she gave me a room regardless and trusted me to be in the hostel by myself. She is a kind, honest, and generous woman, who speaks English and Mandarin well. The hostel itself is extremely clean and well-kept, a comfortable place to stay. I booked one of the 2-person rooms with AC and it has a private bathroom and sink which is very nice! The location is also incredibly convenient, it's in Phuket Old Town which has a bunch of nice restaurants and bars. I would highly recommend staying here!

I booked this hostel last minute when my travel plans changed. Although the hostel owner planned to be on holiday during the time of my stay, she gave me a room regardless and trusted me to be in the hostel by myself. She is a kind, honest, and generous woman, who speaks English and Mandarin well. The hostel itself is extremely clean and well-kept, a comfortable place to stay. I booked one of the 2-person rooms with AC and it has a private bathroom and sink which is very nice! The location is also incredibly convenient, it's in Phuket Old Town which has a bunch of nice restaurants and bars. I would highly recommend staying here!

Lyliali · 10/10