Shade Stories Phuket Downtown

101/31, Bypass Square, Chalerm Phrakiet Rama 9 Road Kathu, 83120 Phuket Town, Thailand·View on map

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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 11:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Shade Stories Phuket Downtown is a 3-star hostel in Phuket Town, 3.4 km from its centre, with private rooms offering courtyard, garden or mountain views.

Rooms range from a four-bed mixed dormitory and a four-person family room to twin and double options for two. Air conditioning and a television are available across the room selection, while bathroom arrangements vary: some rooms have private bathrooms and others share bathroom facilities. The largest room covers 35 m² and includes a city view, a bath and a shower.

Free WiFi, a shared kitchen, daily housekeeping and luggage storage support straightforward stays; free private parking is available on site without a reservation. Staff speak English and Thai. The hostel is on Chalerm Phrakiet Rama 9 Road, with Andamanda Phuket 350 m away and Chillva Market 850 m away.

Rooms

8 room types · 10–35 m²

Room choices run from a bed in a four-bed mixed dormitory to the Standard Family Room, which accommodates four, plus private twin and double rooms for up to two. Sizes range from 10 m² in the compact shared options to 35 m² in the largest king room. Twin categories have two single beds, while double categories include king- and super-king-size bed descriptions.

Air conditioning and a flat-screen TV feature across the room range. Bathroom arrangements distinguish the options: several private rooms have a private bathroom, whereas the mixed dormitory, family room and the room named as having a shared bathroom use shared facilities. View options include inner courtyard, mountain, garden and city outlooks. The larger king rooms add a bath, and the Deluxe King Room has both a bath and a shower.

Superior Twin Room — Shade Stories Phuket Downtown

Superior Twin Room

16 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
Inner courtyard viewPrivate bathroomAir conditioning

This 16 m² private twin room has two single beds, air conditioning and a private bathroom, with a flat-screen TV for indoor downtime. Its inner courtyard outlook distinguishes it within the twin selection. The room offers a quieter-facing alternative to the mountain-view double rooms.

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Shade Stories Phuket Downtown

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

10 m² Max. 1 guests 1 Bunk bed
Air conditioningFlat-screen TVShared bathroom

This 10 m² option is for one guest in a four-bed mixed dormitory, with a bunk bed, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Bathroom and toilet facilities are shared. It is the hostel’s shared-sleeping choice, unlike the private twin and double rooms.

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Standard Family Room — Shade Stories Phuket Downtown

Standard Family Room

10 m² Max. 4 guests 2 Bunk bed
Air conditioningFlat-screen TVShared bathroom

The Standard Family Room accommodates four guests in two bunk beds, with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Its bathroom is shared. At 10 m², it is a compact four-person option, distinct from the rooms designed for one or two people.

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Double Room with Mountain View — Shade Stories Phuket Downtown

Double Room with Mountain View

20 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Mountain viewPrivate bathroomAir conditioning

With 20 m² of space, this double room pairs a king-size bed with a mountain outlook. It also has air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The mountain view sets it apart from the garden- and courtyard-facing private rooms.

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom — Shade Stories Phuket Downtown

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

12 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Bunk bed
Air conditioningFlat-screen TVShared bathroom

This 12 m² double room sleeps up to two and has a bunk bed, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Its bathroom is shared, making it a smaller shared-facility alternative to the hostel’s private double rooms.

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Deluxe Twin Room — Shade Stories Phuket Downtown

Deluxe Twin Room

16 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
Private bathroomAir conditioningFlat-screen TV

This is the second private twin option, with two single beds, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom across 16 m². It sleeps two, like the Superior Twin Room; the latter has an inner courtyard outlook, while this room is another straightforward twin layout.

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Superior Double Room — Shade Stories Phuket Downtown

Superior Double Room

20 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Garden viewPrivate bathroomAir conditioning

This 20 m² double room has a king-size bed and a garden view, together with air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Its garden outlook distinguishes it from the mountain-view double room of the same size.

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Deluxe King Room — Shade Stories Phuket Downtown

Deluxe King Room

35 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
City viewBathMicrowave

At 35 m², this is the largest room in the selection, with a super-king-size bed and a city view. Its private bathroom has both a bath and a shower. A desk and microwave add useful in-room features, alongside air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

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Facilities

27 facilities
Parking
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Flat-screen TV
Shower
Private parking
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area

The facilities cover practical basics for both private-room and dormitory stays. Air conditioning is available, while free WiFi extends across the property. Daily housekeeping, luggage storage and non-smoking rooms are among the shared services; a designated smoking area is also provided. Free private parking is available on site, with no reservation needed.

The room and shared-facility inventory includes towels, linen, a toilet and shower, as well as a shared kitchen and electric kettle. Television provision spans a flat-screen TV, cable channels, satellite channels and internet services. Daily housekeeping handles routine room upkeep, while luggage storage is available for bags before or after a stay. WiFi is free in all areas, and the property has both non-smoking rooms and a designated smoking area.

General

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms

In the room

  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Internet services

Parking

  • Parking

Shade Stories Phuket Downtown is on Chalerm Phrakiet Rama 9 Road in Phuket Town, about 3.4 km from the town centre. Andamanda Phuket is 350 m away, Wat Sam Kong is 500 m away, and Chillva Market is 850 m away; Chillva Market 2 (Seafood) is 550 m away. The immediate draws are a water park, a temple and neighbourhood markets, rather than the west-coast beaches.

For onward journeys, Lomprayah Bus Terminal is 2.1 km away, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3.5 km away and Phuket Bus Terminal is 3.9 km away. Phuket International Airport is 22.9 km from the hostel. Road transport is the practical way to cover these longer transfers. Free private parking is available on site, with no reservation needed. Let the property know your expected arrival time in advance; check-in is from 14:00 to 19:00.

For a cultural outing, Wat Khao Rang is 2.1 km away and Rang Hill is 2 km; the hill is a local viewpoint above town. Baan Chinpracha, 2.8 km away, is a historic Sino-Portuguese house, while Thai Hua Museum, 3 km away, focuses on Phuket’s local history. The temples, hilltop outlook and heritage sites give you distinct options around this part of Phuket Town.

  • Andamanda Phuket
    A large water park for a full day of slides and pools.
    350 m
  • Wat Sam Kong
    A local Buddhist temple close to the hostel.
    500 m
  • Chillva Market
    A lively market with food stalls and shopping in the evening.
    850 m
  • Aquaria Phuket
    An aquarium with marine exhibits inside Central Phuket.
    1.7 km
  • Wat Khao Rang
    A hilltop temple with views across Phuket Town.
    2.1 km
  • Baan Chinpracha
    A historic Sino-Portuguese house showcasing Phuket heritage.
    2.8 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want free private parking on site, with no reservation needed
  • ✓you value a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property
  • ✓you are choosing between private twin and double rooms, a family room for four or a bed in a mixed dormitory
  • ✓you plan a visit to Andamanda Phuket, which is 350 m away
  • ✓you prefer a room with a view: options include mountain, garden, inner courtyard and city views

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you want a beach-facing stay: guest feedback notes that beaches are far away, and Kalim Beach is 7.8 km from the hostel
  • ✕you want to stay among Phuket Town’s old-town streets; guests note that the city centre is some way from the hostel
  • ✕you need a private bathroom in every room: the mixed dormitory, family room and Double Room with Shared Bathroom use shared facilities
  • ✕your party of four wants a spacious room: the Standard Family Room is 10 m² and has two bunk beds

What guests say

110 verified reviews
9.0

Guests often praise the friendly, helpful staff, including assistance with luggage and local requests, and describe the rooms as tidy, with fresh linen and organised spaces. Some appreciate being near a water park and mall, while noting that beaches and the city centre are farther away.

Staff9.7
Value for money9.3
Cleanliness9.1
Facilities9.1
Comfort8.9
Location8.2
Free WiFi8.1

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Shade Stories Phuket Downtown cost?

Rates at Shade Stories Phuket Downtown vary with the dates, season and room selected. View the current rate for your stay through our booking partners.

How do I get to Shade Stories Phuket Downtown?

Shade Stories Phuket Downtown is on Chalerm Phrakiet Rama 9 Road. Phuket International Airport is 22.9 km away; Lomprayah Bus Terminal is 2.1 km away, and Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3.5 km away. Free private parking is available on site without a reservation. Check-in runs from 14:00 to 19:00, and the hostel asks you to share your expected arrival time in advance.

What is near Shade Stories Phuket Downtown?

Andamanda Phuket, a water park, is 350 m away, and Wat Sam Kong is 500 m away. Chillva Market is 850 m away, while Aquaria Phuket is 1.7 km away. For heritage and local culture, Wat Khao Rang is 2.1 km away and Baan Chinpracha is 2.8 km away.

Which rooms at Shade Stories Phuket Downtown have private bathrooms?

Several private twin and double rooms at Shade Stories Phuket Downtown have private bathrooms, including the mountain-view double and the garden-view Superior Double Room. The mixed dormitory, Standard Family Room and Double Room with Shared Bathroom use shared facilities.

What room types can I book at Shade Stories Phuket Downtown?

Shade Stories Phuket Downtown has twin and double rooms for two, a Standard Family Room for four, and a bed in a four-bed mixed dormitory. Room sizes range from 10 m² to 35 m², with choices including mountain, garden, courtyard and city views.

Does Shade Stories Phuket Downtown have a kitchen?

Yes, Shade Stories Phuket Downtown has a shared kitchen for guests. An electric kettle is available, and a microwave is also provided among the property’s amenities.

What should I know before arriving at Shade Stories Phuket Downtown?

Check-in at Shade Stories Phuket Downtown is from 14:00 to 19:00, and the property asks you to provide your expected arrival time in advance. Guests are required to show photo identification and a credit card at check-in.

Does Shade Stories Phuket Downtown provide free parking and WiFi?

Shade Stories Phuket Downtown provides free private parking on site, and a reservation is not needed. WiFi is free throughout the property, so the internet connection is available in all areas.

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