Where to stay in Phuket : Phuket Town
Phuket Town is around 35km to the south of Phuket Airport,
and is resplendent with old Sino-Portuguese architecture.
It is also a commercial centre and offers various opportunities
for shopping, such as Ocean, Robinson and Central Festival
department stores. Phuket Town is also a tourism hub for visitors traveling to other provinces or islands, such as Koh Phi-Phi, Koh Yao, Koh Hae, Koh Rang and Koh Raya. One of Phuket’s stunning viewpoints is Khao Rang, from which Phuket Town, the sea, Chalong Bay, Phuket Bay and the
surrounding islands are clearly visible.
Accommodation and Facilities
Phuket Town offers both budget and five-star accommodation.
Hotels in this area are suitable for budget tourists, but it is
still easy to travel to the various beaches by bus or taxi.
Celebrated hotels in this area include The Metropole Hotel ,Royal Phuket City
and ,The Taste Phuket.
Recommended Restaurants
Dibuk
A Thai and French restaurant where recommended dishes include
mussels with garlic and butter sauce and beef
stew bourguignon style.
Address : 69 Dibuk Road, Phuket City, Muang,
Phuket 83000 Tel.: (667) 625-8148
Website :
www.thailandsbestrestaurants.com/restaurants/dibuk.html
La Gatetana
An Italian-style restaurant located in the downtown district
characterized by old Sino-Portuguese architecture, where the
mixed bruschetta and pork
osso bucco come recommended.
Address : 352 Phuket Road, Phuket City, Muang,
Phuket 83000 Tel.: (667) 625-0523
Website :
www.thailandsbestrestaurants.com/restaurants/lagaetana.html
