BYD Lofts Boutique Hotel By X2

The BYD Lofts Boutique Hotel and Serviced Apartments is housed in a modern, boxy building that resembles an exclusive condo building. It's situated on a quiet U-shaped street lined with similar-looking residential buildings and shops and it's a far cry from the more rustic properties and streets seen throughout much of Patong.The property features displays of colorful, abstract modern art and sculpture in the common areas and guest rooms. The ambience is urban and artsy, thanks to ample use of glass throughout, sleek black-and-white furniture, and transparent staircases. The pool areas are less interesting and rather small, with wood lounge chairs shaded by red umbrellas. It's popular with well-heeled business or longer-term vacationers who want the option to cook their own meals.

The property is set in a quiet residential neighborhood with plenty of shops, on a street that sees little traffic. It's within an easy stroll of Patong Beach and the city's nightlife center on Bangla Road -- both can be reached in about 10 minutes. There's a 7-11 around the corner, along with several restaurants and bars along busy Thanon Ratuthit Songroipi Road, one street over. Phuket International Airport is about 40 minutes away by car. 

Lodging options include one- and two-bedroom suites, as well as a penthouse with a terrace and luxury appliances. While certainly sophisticated and modern, the decor does feels plain and generic, save for the bold modern art on the walls. The most basic room type, Deluxe Suites, are decorated with dark-gray shag rugs, paper lantern-style bedside lamps, and black-and-gray-striped pillows atop white bed linens. Bold paintings and big round windows add some panache. Each suite has a private balcony, a surround-sound home theater system and a flat-screen TV, and an all-white kitchen with sleek appliances, dishes/cutlery, and a Nespresso coffeemaker. All-marble bathrooms have glassed-walled walk-in showers and high-end toiletries. Nightly turndown service includes free bottled water. 

The hotel's on-site gallery, Phuket Modern Art, extends throughout various common areas and features brightly colored paintings by Thai artists. The BYD Bar & Bistro serves international dishes that gets rave reviews in a setting that feels more casual than the rest of the property, with woven furnishings set beside street-facing windows. The bar is open late for cocktails, wine, and beer. On the ground floor, the Wine Connection shop sells various meats and cheeses, fresh loaves of bread, beer, and wine. There are two pools, including one on the roof with views of hilltops in the distance. Wi-Fi is free throughout.