192/36, Karon Road, Karon Beach, Karon, Thailand | (888) 635-3814
Resort complex with contemporary and traditional wings
A minute's walk
from the white sands of Karon Beach
Two outdoor
swimming pools with separate sections for kids
All rooms open to
furnished balconies or terraces
Some rooms have
private outdoor whirlpools
Buffet breakfast
included in rate
Very touristy
surroundings
Wi-Fi not free
throughout property
Poolside rooms can feel
exposed
The Old Phuket is an upscale, 184-room
complex set on sprawling grounds offering two different types of stays. The
colonial-style Sino Wing has traditional decor while the Serene rooms have contemporary interiors. While neither is huge, a pool can be found in
each of the two sections along with plenty of on-site food and drink options.
The surroundings might feel a bit too touristy for some, but the beautiful
sandy beach of Karon is just a minute’s walk away. While The Old Phuket isn’t the cheapest option in the area, some of its amenities, like private whirlpools, are
worth the splurge.
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Scene
Colonial-style resort complex with contemporary wing on sprawling grounds
The reason behind the name of The Old
Phuket is immediately evident on arrival with guests being met by a grand,
colonial-style entrance featuring a charming glass-covered portico that leads
into a large and open-sided reception area. Most of the hotel is a
replica of the 19th-century, Sino-Portuguese architecture that can still be seen
in some of Phuket's older areas, while the property also consists of a modern
Serene Wing with clean, contemporary lines and whitewashed facades. The
complex is spread over what feels like a sprawling estate with swaths of neatly
tended lawns fringed with tropical plants and dotted with palm trees. Each wing
is centered around a swimming pool occupied mostly by families with kids
splashing about and soaking up the sun.
Location
Popular bustling tourist spot of Karon Beach is a minute's walk away
The resort is located in the bustling
tourist area of Karon Beach -- a popular stretch of Phuket on the island’s west
coast. The white sandy beach itself is just a minutes' walk across the
street and via a small footbridge (over a smelly waterway) while the
surrounding area is full of bars, clubs, and restaurants. The area's capital
Phuket City is about a 25-minute drive northeast, while the airport is about an
hours' drive to the north of the island. The flight there from Bangkok's
Suvarnabhumi Airport is around an hour and 15 minutes.
Rooms
Rooms split between traditional colonial and fresh contemporary -- all with balconies or terraces
The hotel's 184 rooms are comprised of 88 units in the traditionally-styled Sino Wing and 96 in the more modern Serene
Wing. Sino rooms are a tasteful blend of colonial elements and traditional
Thai-styling, including pretty stained glass windows and typical dark wood furnishings.
Rooms in the Serene section are fresh and modern with smart, simple
furnishings, sharp contemporary lines, and large glass sliding doors. All rooms
open to furnished balconies or terraces overlooking either the gardens or pool
area (which can leave guests feeling a little exposed, truth be told).
Flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi are common to all rooms, though typical for Thailand,
Wi-Fi is not free of charge. Many rooms also feature private outdoor whirlpools
or bathrooms with sunken tubs.
Features
Two outdoor pools with lounger services and separate kids' areas
Both
colonial and contemporary sections of the hotel have swimming pools, each surrounded
by loungers and parasols with separate areas for kids. For foodies, the resort
has several dining options, from traditional Thai dishes in the Chili
Restaurant to Italian favorites in the Al Dente coupled with free breakfast
each morning and drink and snack services at the pool areas. Wi-Fi is
available but is only free of charge in the lobby, and there’s a library with an
Internet terminal for guests. A tour desk is also on hand for arranging excursions
while families can enjoy the on-site playroom for kids.
