Hao Hostel Phuket

183/49 Phangnga Road, Tambon Talad Yai, Amphoe Muang Phuket, 83000 Phuket Town, Thailand·View on map

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Check-infrom 15:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Hao Hostel Phuket is a 2-star hostel in Phuket Town, with air-conditioned rooms and mountain views from selected rooms. Its accommodation ranges from bunk-bed layouts for groups to double rooms and suites, with shared bathrooms across most categories. The Family Suite sleeps up to eight people, while several options are arranged for pairs.

Guests have access to a restaurant serving American cuisine, a terrace, room service and daily housekeeping. Movie nights and darts are among the hostel's leisure facilities, and WiFi is free in the rooms. Free public parking is possible on site, while shuttle service is available for a charge. The front desk operates around the clock.

Phuket Bus Terminal 1 is 100 m away, and the hostel is close to Phuket Town's Old Town streets and museums. Guests praise the clean rooms and proximity to transport, while some report that shared bathrooms can be distant or poorly maintained. Feedback on staff helpfulness and value varies.

Rooms

6 room types · 15–35 m²

Hao Hostel Phuket offers six room categories, ranging from bunk-bed rooms for groups to double rooms and suites for smaller parties. The Family Suite accommodates up to eight people in eight bunk beds, while the Suite has four bunks for up to four. The 35 m² Executive Suite is for two, with a double bed; the separate 15 m² Suite has four bunks. The Double Room with Mountain View and Standard Double Room each sleep two and have a balcony, terrace and air conditioning.

Most categories use shared bathrooms with showers; the Executive Suite is the exception and has an en-suite bathroom. Air conditioning is provided throughout the range, and linen and a socket near the bed are among the room facilities. The Deluxe Room sleeps two in two single beds, while the double rooms have a double bed. The accommodation spans group bunk layouts and rooms for pairs, with capacity and bed configuration varying by category.

Family Suite — Hao Hostel Phuket

Family Suite

15 m² Max. 8 guests 8 Bunk bed
Air conditioningShared bathroomShower

At 15 m², the Family Suite is the group-oriented option for up to eight people, with eight bunk beds and air conditioning. Its shared bathroom has a shower; linen and a socket beside the bed are also provided. The layout accommodates a larger party in one room.

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Double Room with Mountain View — Hao Hostel Phuket

Double Room with Mountain View

Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
Mountain viewBalconyTerrace

This double room pairs a double bed with a balcony and terrace, with mountain views as its distinguishing feature. It accommodates two people and has air conditioning, while the bathroom is shared and fitted with a shower. Linen and a socket near the bed are also provided.

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Standard Double Room — Hao Hostel Phuket

Standard Double Room

Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
TerraceAir conditioningBalcony

The Standard Double Room sleeps two in a double bed and includes air conditioning, a balcony and a terrace. Mountain views are also noted for this room. The bathroom is shared and has a shower, with linen and a socket near the bed among the practical details.

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Suite — Hao Hostel Phuket

Suite

15 m² Max. 4 guests 4 Bunk bed
Air conditioningShared bathroomShower

At 15 m², the Suite is arranged for four people with four bunk beds, making it a smaller group option than the eight-person Family Suite. It has air conditioning and a shared bathroom with a shower, along with linen and a socket near the bed.

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Executive Suite — Hao Hostel Phuket

Executive Suite

35 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
Air conditioningPrivate bathroomShower

At 35 m², the Executive Suite is the most spacious option and accommodates two people with one double bed. Air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower distinguish it from the shared-bathroom room categories; linen and a socket near the bed are also provided.

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Deluxe Room — Hao Hostel Phuket

Deluxe Room

15 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
Air conditioningShared bathroomLinen

The 15 m² Deluxe Room accommodates two people with two single beds, unlike the double-bed rooms. It has air conditioning and a shared bathroom with a shower. Linen and a socket near the bed complete the room facilities.

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Facilities

31 facilities
Restaurant
Parking
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Shuttle service
Free parking
Room service
Non-smoking rooms
Valet parking
Street parking

On-site dining centres on the restaurant, which serves American cuisine, with room service and packed lunches also available. The terrace provides an outdoor amenity, while movie nights and darts are among the leisure facilities. WiFi is free in the rooms, and air conditioning is also provided. Free public parking is possible on site; valet parking is available as well.

Practical services include a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, lockers and luggage storage. A shuttle service is offered for a charge, and public transport tickets are available. The hostel has non-smoking rooms and a designated smoking area. Room facilities include shared bathrooms, showers, linen and a socket near the bed; most room categories have shared bathroom facilities.

General

  • Terrace
  • Movie nights
  • Darts
  • Public transport tickets
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms

Food & drink

  • Restaurant

In the room

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed

Media & technology

  • Internet services

Parking

  • Valet parking

Hao Hostel Phuket is on Phangnga Road in Phuket Town, close to the bus terminal and the historic streets of the Old Town. Phuket Bus Terminal 1 is 100 m away, and Phuket Trickeye Museum is 250 m from the hostel. Thalang Road, Dibuk Road and Soi Romanee are known for their Sino-Portuguese shopfronts, while Her Majesty the Queen's 72nd Anniversary Park is 400 m away. Fah Thai Market is 300 m away. Phuket Town is the provincial capital on the island's east side, distinct from the west-coast beach districts.

Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3.8 km away, and Phuket International Airport is 26.1 km away. Hao Hostel Phuket provides a paid shuttle service and free public parking on site, with valet parking also available. The front desk operates 24 hours a day. For arrivals after 17:00, you need to use self check-in and contact the hostel directly. The nearby terminal is the most immediate arrival point for local bus connections.

Thalang Road, 650 m away, is one of the Old Town streets to explore on foot, and Lard Yai Sunday Night Market is 600 m from the hostel. Thai Hua Museum lies 900 m away; Rang Hill is 1.9 km away and rises above the town. The historic shopfronts, heritage displays and hill scenery connect town walks with museum visits and a climb to a higher vantage over Phuket Town.

  • Phuket Bus Terminal 1
    The closest bus terminal, just across the nearby streets from the hostel.
    100 m
  • Phuket Trickeye Museum
    A town museum with interactive optical displays and playful visual installations.
    250 m
  • Her Majesty the Queen's 72nd Anniversary Park
    A green public park providing a quiet break within the town.
    400 m
  • Lard Yai Sunday Night Market
    A Sunday evening street market along the historic Old Town streets.
    600 m
  • Thalang Road
    A heritage street known for its Sino-Portuguese shophouse architecture.
    650 m
  • Thai Hua Museum
    A museum exploring Phuket's Chinese heritage in a historic town building.
    900 m

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you are travelling in a group: the Family Suite accommodates up to eight people in bunk beds.
  • ✓you want a room with outdoor space and a view: selected double rooms have a balcony, terrace and mountain views.
  • ✓you want to stay near public transport: Phuket Bus Terminal 1 is 100 m away.
  • ✓you prefer having food service on site: the hostel has a restaurant serving American cuisine and offers room service.
  • ✓you are travelling by car: free public parking is possible on site.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you require a private bathroom in every room: most room categories have shared bathroom facilities.
  • ✕you expect consistently well-maintained shared bathrooms: some guests found them distant from rooms or poorly maintained.
  • ✕you want staff communication to be consistently strong: guest feedback on staff helpfulness and communication is mixed.
  • ✕you need a shuttle included in your stay: the shuttle service is available for a charge.

What guests say

62 verified reviews
6.1

Guests praise the clean, naturally lit rooms and the hostel's proximity to Old Town and transport. Feedback on staff helpfulness is mixed; some guests found shared bathrooms distant or poorly maintained, and opinions on value and basic facilities vary.

Free WiFi8.8
Location7.7
Staff7.4
Value for money7.0
Comfort6.3
Facilities6.3
Cleanliness6.1

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Hao Hostel Phuket cost?

Rates at Hao Hostel Phuket vary with the season, room type and travel dates. See current prices for your dates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Hao Hostel Phuket?

Hao Hostel Phuket is on Phangnga Road, 100 m from Phuket Bus Terminal 1; you can walk the final short stretch from the terminal. Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3.8 km away. The hostel offers a paid shuttle and free public parking on site. The front desk is open 24 hours, but arrivals after 17:00 require self check-in and direct contact with the hostel.

What is near Hao Hostel Phuket?

Fah Thai Market is 300 m from Hao Hostel Phuket, and Lard Yai Sunday Night Market is 600 m away. Thalang Road, 650 m away, has Sino-Portuguese shophouses; Thai Hua Museum, at 900 m, presents Phuket's local history. Phuket Bus Terminal 1 is 100 m away, making it easy to reach the hostel from the terminal.

What room types can I book at Hao Hostel Phuket?

Hao Hostel Phuket has six room categories: a Family Suite for up to eight, a four-person Suite, and double rooms for two. The Executive Suite has a double bed and private bathroom, while the Deluxe Room has two single beds.

Are the bathrooms private at Hao Hostel Phuket?

Most room categories at Hao Hostel Phuket use shared bathrooms with showers; the Executive Suite is the exception, with a private bathroom. Some guests have found shared bathrooms distant from rooms or poorly maintained.

Does Hao Hostel Phuket have a restaurant?

Hao Hostel Phuket has a restaurant serving American cuisine, with room service and packed lunches also available. The terrace is another on-site facility.

What happens if I arrive after 17:00 at Hao Hostel Phuket?

Arrivals at Hao Hostel Phuket after 17:00 need to use self check-in. The arrival instructions ask you to contact the hostel directly, while the front desk operates 24 hours a day.

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