L & S Kamala Bay Village http://www.ls-kamalabay.com/
Had a great stay at L&S. It's on the last hill before you get to Kamala and is run by an Italian man and his Malaysia wife. They had their grand opening only one day before the tsunami hit -- talk about bad luck -- and then opened the place up to about 200 refugees. There are only 10 rooms, they are very large with hot water, cold a/c, satellite TV, etc. A nice open-air restaurant and covered pool table with future plans including a swimming pool, massage parlor, etc.
Guests really are made to feel like one of the family --- and they are very accepting if you want to bring back a BG to stay (I picked up one from Let's Go Bar on Soi Eric my very first night and she was given a free breakfast in the morning!). In fact, on New Year's Eve when I came downstairs before my planned trip into Patong, the owner wife had two girls waiting for me to choose from. The one I picked ended up staying in my room with me for the next week (no extra charge). That's what I call room service!
Yes, it is a bit removed from the action but they offer motorbike rentals or one of the helpers will take you wherever you want to go for a minimal fee (less than what the motorbike taxis in Kamala or Patong will charge you). Or, just walk up to the road and hail a tuk-tuk (usually 100 Baht into Kamala, 200-300 into Patong depending on your negotiating skills). To return, be prepared to describe the hill and tell the driver it's not actually in Kamala as many drivers aren't familiar with it's location yet (4 km from Patong, 1 km from Kamala). They also got me some very good rates on local tours (paying Thai prices rather than farang prices).
I'm already planning my next trip (probably in four or five months from now) but as much as I liked L&S, I'll probably get a place right in Patong next time to save on the tuk-tuk costs (which can add up over time). I may spend a weekend or two at L&S to visit with the owner and get a bit of peace & quiet...
(mjochim 16. Jan.2006)
Patong Villa
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(From WildOne 10. Jan.2006)
Ramburin www.ramaburin.com
The Ramaburin resort is very nice - you can view it on
www.ramaburin.com. Delux rooms are best (c.THB1800 last we were there, I seem to remember). Safety depo boxes are at reception which is manned 24/7 and they have their own security guard at night. Lovely pool with bar too. Close to beach (3 mins) and c.10 mins walk from Bangla Rd so quite quiet. GF no prob or chg.
(From bigalsouth 05. Jan.2006)
Royal Paradise
I stayed there for a week last September. Although it is close to the gay soi I didnt really have that much of a problem. You can go down the other road to get out of the hotel and therefore you bypass the gay soi. Actually closer to bangla road that way. The rooms are OK, great view of phuket, staff good and friendly and there are loads of Japanese tourists there so you may hook up on a little holiday romance there also.
(Ashley 16.Jan.2006)
I had the privilege of staying at the highest level during one of my trip and the view is great. You can see the entire of patong.
The have a great swimming pool and have a good spread for breakfast.
The room is spacious and clean and the staffs are friendly.
I would recommend it to any BM, the only problem is the price is slightly higher then some other hotel approx. 2700THB for with twin sharing superior room.
I have no problems with the gay boys. There are many ways leading to the hotel and you can even avoid those that the rent boys hang out.
Infact, i hardly see any
If you take a good look at the hotel from the main road, you will notice that its slightly tilted to oneside. Any BM notice this??
(mal140 16.Jan.2006)
Summer Breeze Hotel http://www.summerbreezehotel.com/
I recommend Summer Breeze Hotel on Soi Sansabai. It's a 30 odd room guesthouse located at the end of Soi Bangla, gf friendly so no payments needed to get girls back to your room.
I now live here however this is the only place I, my brother and friends ever stay or stayed at. Good prices, great staff and the owners Bill and Kurt are great guys.
I definitely recommend this joint.
(From Dingo´s 13.Jan.2006)
Victoria Guesthouse http://www.victoria-patong.nu/
A truly guestfriendly place is Victoria Guesthouse
Walking distance to Bangla Road and to the beach (100m)
Free wireless internet!
(From Sunem(owner) 13.Sept.2005)
Yorkshire Inn http://www.yorkshireinn.com/
its absoultly fine
girl freindly
clean rooms
one of the best locations in patong
decent food
changed hands a few moths ago bur not much has changed a great short stay hotel no pool but there is one at the top of the road a big ocean at the bottom of the road so dont think ya will find it a problem having somwhere to chill
i think the new owner might have somthing to do with the thai pan spa WHEN it opens so there might be a pool almost onsite
hope you enjoy the stay
(From Jam 03.Jan.2006)
High season..1300 baht per night...room abit small...they charged 50 baht per day for use of safe deposit box...acceptable restaurant on ground floor...no lift..walk up..if you are drunk then it will quite a journey..guest friendly but bathroom is quite small...stayed there from 25 Dec 2005 to 2 Jan 2006 in room no. 1 on first floor!.....and yes a very friendly owner.
(From Malaysian 03.Jan.2006)
Stayed at the Yorkshire in October. Had the big apartment on the first floor. Outstanding place with 2 TV's, mini kitchen, great ground level view of soi sansabai, conveniently located and a friendly staff. Very pleased and will stay there again.
(From Papa John 10. Jan.2006)