
Axel’s take
The beach location works; room upkeep makes this a gamble.
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Axel’s rating: 6.2/10 · A basic budget guesthouse above a restaurant near Patong Beach
Royal Beach Residence is a basic guesthouse above a restaurant in Patong, not Phuket Town. We'd consider it for a short, budget-minded stay where beach access matters more than hotel comforts. The beach, restaurants and nightlife are within easy walking distance, and satisfied guests praise helpful staff, spacious rooms and some balconies. But Booking.com's 6.7 and Expedia's 6.0 overall scores point to an uneven experience rather than a dependable three-star hotel.
The main concern is upkeep: reviews across sites describe tired fittings, unreliable air-conditioning and inconsistent cleaning. Expedia includes repeated cockroach reports, including from a January 2026 stay, although a September 2026 Hotels.com reviewer praised cleanliness and staff. There is no elevator, so stairs are unavoidable. We'd skip it for travelers needing step-free access or anyone unwilling to risk maintenance and housekeeping problems for a convenient location.
- Rooms
- Some guests appreciate the space and balconies; others report worn fittings and faulty equipment.
- Cleanliness
- Mixed feedback, with positive reports alongside recurring cleaning and cockroach complaints.
- Service
- Often praised as helpful, but check-in and problem handling are inconsistent.
- Amenities
- Restaurant, free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms; expect guesthouse basics rather than resort facilities.
- Fees and surprises
- Breakfast and airport transfers cost extra; confirm the exact room features before booking.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Hotels.com. Reviewed Oct 22, 2026.
The location
64/40 Soi Kep Sab, Thaweewong Road, Phuket Town
In Patong, not Phuket Town, with the beach, dining and nightlife close by.
Amenities and check-in
Restaurant, free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms; expect guesthouse basics rather than resort facilities.
- Water park
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Airport transportation
- Pets Not Allowed
Additional hotel policies
- Hotel policies: Airport shuttle (one way): ฿1,200; Deposit: ฿1,000 per room per stay
AI-readable version · facts, comparisons and links
Royal Beach Residence: from $49 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)
From $49 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at Royal Beach Residence on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.
Royal Beach Residence is a basic budget guesthouse above a restaurant near Patong Beach in Phuket, Thailand.
Address: 64/40 Soi Kep Sab, Thaweewong Road, Phuket Town. Property ID: 1034389. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/phuket/royal-beach-residence-1034389
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/phuket/royal-beach-residence-1034389/2026-11-21/2-adults
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
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| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $129 | $142 on Booking.com | $13 less (9%) | Nov 3 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
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1 night
Total price: $49 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.
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2 nights
Total price: $112 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-23 · 2 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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3 nights
Total price: $161 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-24 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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4 nights
Total price: $210 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-25 · 4 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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5 nights
Total price: $273 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-26 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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6 nights
Total price: $362 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-27 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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7 nights
Total price: $451 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-28 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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8 nights
Total price: $540 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-29 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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9 nights
Total price: $603 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-30 · 9 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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10 nights
Total price: $666 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-01 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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11 nights
Total price: $737 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-02 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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12 nights
Total price: $808 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-03 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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13 nights
Total price: $883 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-04 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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14 nights
Total price: $941 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-05 · 14 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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#8 of 9 hotels in Patong by Axel's take. Patong is #1 of 12 places to stay in Phuket. The best hotels in Patong, ranked · Where to stay in Phuket
Axel's take: 6.2/10
The beach location works; room upkeep makes this a gamble. A basic budget guesthouse above a restaurant near Patong Beach, scored for what it is.
Royal Beach Residence is a basic guesthouse above a restaurant in Patong, not Phuket Town. We'd consider it for a short, budget-minded stay where beach access matters more than hotel comforts. The beach, restaurants and nightlife are within easy walking distance, and satisfied guests praise helpful staff, spacious rooms and some balconies. But Booking.com's 6.7 and Expedia's 6.0 overall scores point to an uneven experience rather than a dependable three-star hotel.
The main concern is upkeep: reviews across sites describe tired fittings, unreliable air-conditioning and inconsistent cleaning. Expedia includes repeated cockroach reports, including from a January 2026 stay, although a September 2026 Hotels.com reviewer praised cleanliness and staff. There is no elevator, so stairs are unavoidable. We'd skip it for travelers needing step-free access or anyone unwilling to risk maintenance and housekeeping problems for a convenient location.
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Best for: Budget travelers prioritizing beach access; Short stays focused on exploring Patong
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Watch out for: Inconsistent cleaning and repeated pest reports; Unreliable room equipment; Stairs only; no elevator
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Location: In Patong, not Phuket Town, with the beach, dining and nightlife close by.
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Rooms: Some guests appreciate the space and balconies; others report worn fittings and faulty equipment.
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Cleanliness: Mixed feedback, with positive reports alongside recurring cleaning and cockroach complaints.
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Service: Often praised as helpful, but check-in and problem handling are inconsistent.
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Amenities: Restaurant, free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms; expect guesthouse basics rather than resort facilities.
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Fees and surprises: Breakfast and airport transfers cost extra; confirm the exact room features before booking.
Axel's opinion of Royal Beach Residence, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Hotels.com. Reviewed Oct 22, 2026.
About Royal Beach Residence
- 3-star hotel
- 64/40 Soi Kep Sab, Thaweewong Road, Phuket Town
- Hotel policies: Airport shuttle (one way): ฿1,200; Deposit: ฿1,000 per room per stay
- Amenities: Water park, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Airport transportation, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Free Wi-Fi
- City page: Hotels in Phuket
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Standard Triple room
- Room features: Fridge
- Standard Triple room — room photo 1
- Standard Triple room — room photo 2
- Standard Triple room — room photo 3
Standard Triple room with balcony
- Room features: Balcony
- Standard Triple room with balcony — room photo 1
- Standard Triple room with balcony — room photo 2
- Standard Triple room with balcony — room photo 3
Standard Quadruple room with sea view
- Standard Quadruple room with sea view — room photo 1
- Standard Quadruple room with sea view — room photo 2
- Standard Quadruple room with sea view — room photo 3
Standard Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Superior Quadruple room
- Superior Quadruple room — room photo 1
- Superior Quadruple room — room photo 2
- Superior Quadruple room — room photo 3
2 Bedrooms Apartment
- Bedrooms: 2
- 2 Bedrooms Apartment — room photo 1
- 2 Bedrooms Apartment — room photo 2
- 2 Bedrooms Apartment — room photo 3
Terrace Apartment
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