JOURNEY RESIDENCE PHUKET, Bang Tao Beach (Phuket)
About the Hotel
Journey Residence Phuket - A 3-star hotel with a salt-water pool, family-friendly dining, and proximity to Bang Tao Beach
Located in Bang Tao Beach, the 3-star Journey Residence Phuket (rated 8.4 out of 10) features a salt-water swimming pool, a sun terrace, and a garden. The hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and balconies or terraces, each including a work desk, cable TV, and free WiFi. A standard buffet breakfast is available each morning at Journey Residence Phuket. The on-site restaurant serves African and American cuisines, with kids' meals and special diet menus available. Journey Residence Phuket provides a coffee shop, a shared lounge, and room service. Leisure facilities include an outdoor pool with a view, a kids' pool, sun loungers, and sun umbrellas, plus activities such as canoeing and cycling. The hotel is a 12-minute walk from Bang Tao Beach and near Pineapple Beach and Two Heroines Monument. Phuket International Airport is 21 km away, with shuttle services available. Additional amenities include free private parking, daily housekeeping, laundry services, luggage storage, express check-in/out, and meeting/banquet facilities.
Pros
Quiet location on a side street, about 10 minutes' walk from Bang Tao Beach
Rooms are clean and comfortable, with a firm bed and efficient air conditioning
Friendly and accommodating owners, allowing early check-in and luggage storage
Good value for money compared to nearby hotels
Close to Bang Tao Gym and other Muay Thai training facilities (200m walk)
Cons
Some guests reported a musty smell in the bathroom
Limited dining options within walking distance from the property
Must-do experiences
- Visit Bang Tao Beach's vibrant Sunday market for local food delights.
- Try the spicy som tam salad at a beachside kiosk for an authentic taste.
- Explore the tranquil Fisherman's Village in nearby Bophut for charm.
- Take a Thai cooking class at 'Cooking with Poo' for unique skills.
- Discover local art at the Phuket Mining Museum off the beaten path.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Private parking is possible on site for free.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Restaurant
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Saltwater pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor