chaihot Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 (edited) I have been a part-time Pattaya resident for 20 years. Yet I have only been to Phuket once as it didn't interest me. If I were to return under the sandbox program, I don't know what hotels would be on my suggested list. I have seen prices range from 10,000 to 283,000 baht for the 14 nights. My budget would range 40-100,000 for the two weeks (obviously willing to spend less if something fits the bill). My interest would be resort style pool (possibly with beach access); relatively easy to get around and find some street vendors -- plus a restaurant on site that has quality food. Preferably room with view. I know bars are closed, etc. so that isn't a factor at this point. Please don't reply and tell me to look at the SHA+ website. I am interested in reading replies from people who have personal knowledge and suggestions. What hotels would you suggest based on your experience? As an alternate, where would YOU stay? Hotels that caught my eye: Sunwing Bangtao Beach - but 25 minutes to phuket downtown Double Tree by Hilton Dusit Thani Laguna Hotel (oops! "Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket is no longer operating as an ASLQ.") This is Agoda's "hurry up and book message". Does anyone believe it? Hahaha Quote Your dates are popular among travelers Users are booking a place in Phuket every 2 minutes on Agoda.com Hurry! 49% of properties on our site are fully booked! Edited June 20, 2021 by chaihot changed word 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangsaenguy Posted June 21, 2021 Share Posted June 21, 2021 If people can not leave the island, why are they restricted to a govt controlled hotel? Makes no sence unless the General wants to ensure his cut 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzzzz Posted June 21, 2021 Share Posted June 21, 2021 (edited) I live in Kamala rather than Sunwing Bang tao ( which is 80% closed) check out Sunwing Kamala< 70% of kamala open the resort offers 2 pools, restaurants, direct on beach, walking distance to other beach side restaurants, shopping have heard and just waiting on approval , restaurants will be allowed to serve drinks.. Kamala is 30 minutes to central phuket mall, by car, or motorcycle where everything is open. phuket town is 95% open Edited June 21, 2021 by zzzzz 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pagallim Posted June 21, 2021 Share Posted June 21, 2021 1 hour ago, zzzzz said: I live in Kamala rather than Sunwing Bang tao ( which is 80% closed) check out Sunwing Kamala< 70% of kamala open the resort offers 2 pools, restaurants, direct on beach, walking distance to other beach side restaurants, shopping have heard and just waiting on approval , restaurants will be allowed to serve drinks.. Kamala is 30 minutes to central phuket mall, by car, or motorcycle where everything is open. phuket town is 95% open Sounds great! Only problem is it's Kamala......with possibly (no, probably) the most depressing main street on the island, and something approaching an unpleasant, heart in mouth, fun fair ride over hills to get to anywhere else. Seriously though, I'm sure that Kamala works for those who live there, but options remain severely limited and proximity to Patong (which is metaphorically dead) isn't an attraction, and even if it were, Karon to the south is much closer, safer and more accessible. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiteBuffaloATM Posted June 21, 2021 Share Posted June 21, 2021 little point in swapping pattaya for phuket as practically identical during covid; both as dead as disco however kata beach is uncrowded & scenic with surfing and deserted karon beach is wonderful ...... and there is histotic Old Phuket Town ( Thalang Rd / Ratsada Rd) is very nice ....with Central Mall open you say Phuket “did not interest” you (but Pattaya does...no detail but.strange) when Phuket absolutely epitomises the Thailand Tropical Island Beach / Sea / Hill Jungle Lifestyle Phuket is (normally) far superior by every objective measure (except seediness & bangkok proximity) if you do come consider to stay in Rawai which will have some expat type life (do check STAY Resort ). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaihot Posted June 21, 2021 Author Share Posted June 21, 2021 9 hours ago, zzzzz said: I live in Kamala rather than Sunwing Bang tao ( which is 80% closed) check out Sunwing Kamala< 70% of kamala open When I was looking at Bang Tao, I saw the Sunwing Kamala but didn't go any further. Thanks for the information -- greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolt Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 You have an incredible choice for accommodation, make sure they are SHA+ Great deals available Due to the quiet business side Rent a bike or car that’s what I’m going to do Official website Thailand SHA.com https://www.thailandsha.com/shalists/index?type=shaplus-SHA Plus +&province=83-ภูเก็ต some shots from AGODA Patong district Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mintyy Posted June 23, 2021 Share Posted June 23, 2021 (edited) On 6/21/2021 at 10:11 PM, WhiteBuffaloATM said: I would choose Pattaya to Phuket anyday. I'm sure any Thai would do the same. Edited June 23, 2021 by Mintyy Error Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiteBuffaloATM Posted June 23, 2021 Share Posted June 23, 2021 mintyy: care to explain that preference ? note that this forum is for expats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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