Chino Town Gallery Alley

113 Soi Soon U-Thit, Yaowarat Road, Tambon Talat Nuea Muang Phuket 83000 Thailand, 83000 Phuket Town, Thailand·View on map

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8.4
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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 11:30
Parking✕ Not available
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Chino Town Gallery Alley is a 3-star guest house in Phuket Town, 50 m from Thai Hua Museum, with Chino-Portuguese wall paintings and antique cameras.

The building’s art and camera collection give its shared spaces a distinctive character, while a small central garden provides a quiet reading corner where you can have tea or coffee. Five room types suit couples, families and small groups: they range from 15 to 28 m² and all have air conditioning and private bathrooms. Some have balconies, and flat-screen TVs feature in several room categories.

The guest house is 300 m from Chinpracha House and close to Phuket Old Town’s heritage streets, museums and markets. An on-site coffee house, free WiFi, a tour desk and an airport shuttle are among the facilities. Bicycle rental, laundry services and tour information can also be arranged. Phuket Bus Terminal is 1 km away, and Phuket International Airport is 25.6 km from the property. There is no parking available on site.

Rooms

5 room types · 15–28 m²

The five room types range from 15 m² options to a 28 m² family room for up to four people. Twin and double rooms each measure 15 m² and accommodate two; the two 20 m² triple options sleep three, while the family room has room for a larger party. Every room type has air conditioning and a private bathroom, and towels are provided. Bed arrangements vary from single beds to a king-size bed, with the family room also including a sofa bed and futon.

Balconies distinguish the family room and Standard Triple Room. Flat-screen TVs are present in the family, twin, double and Triple Room categories. The range includes straightforward two-person rooms as well as options for families or small groups, with a choice of bed layouts. The family room is the largest and combines its sleeping arrangements with a balcony; the two triple rooms differ in their beds, and one also has a balcony.

Standard Family Room — Chino Town Gallery Alley

Standard Family Room

28 m² Max. 4 guests 1 Sofa bed and 1 Large bed (King size) and 1 Futon Mat
BalconyAir conditioningFlat-screen TV

At 28 m², this is the largest room and the only option for up to four people. It combines a large bed with a sofa bed and futon, and has a balcony as well as air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Towels and toilet paper are provided.

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Standard Twin Room — Chino Town Gallery Alley

Standard Twin Room

15 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
Air conditioningFlat-screen TVPrivate bathroom

This 15 m² room is set up for two people with two single beds, making it the twin option in the range. It has air conditioning and a private bathroom, along with a flat-screen TV. Towels and toilet paper are provided; unlike the larger room categories, it has no balcony.

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Standard Double Room — Chino Town Gallery Alley

Standard Double Room

15 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Single bed
Air conditioningPrivate bathroomToilet paper

Measuring 15 m² and accommodating two, this is the smallest double-named room. Its bed configuration is one single bed. Air conditioning and a private bathroom are provided, with a flat-screen TV in the room; towels and toilet paper are also supplied.

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Standard Triple Room — Chino Town Gallery Alley

Standard Triple Room

20 m² Max. 3 guests 3 Single bed
BalconyAir conditioningPrivate bathroom

This 20 m² option sleeps three in three single beds and is the triple room with a balcony. It has air conditioning and a private bathroom, with towels and toilet paper provided. Its balcony sets it apart from the other three-person room, which has a different bed arrangement.

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Triple Room — Chino Town Gallery Alley

Triple Room

20 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Large bed (King size)
Flat-screen TVPrivate bathroomTowels

Also 20 m² and suitable for three, this room combines one single bed with a large king-size bed. It has air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV, but no balcony. Towels and toilet paper are provided, distinguishing it from the other triple option with its balcony and three single beds.

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Facilities

30 facilities
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Tour desk
Snorkelling
Hiking
Luggage storage

Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and the on-site coffee house provides a place for a drink. There is no parking available at the guest house. Families can choose family rooms, and the rooms have air conditioning and private bathrooms; non-smoking rooms and a non-smoking policy are also available.

For getting around, facilities include an airport shuttle, shuttle service, car hire and public transport tickets, alongside luggage storage and private or express check-in and check-out. A tour desk can help with tours, and activities include cooking classes, local culture tours, snorkelling, diving and hiking. Daily housekeeping and dry cleaning are among the services, with a minimarket and lockers on site. Internet services are available, and the rooms are supplied with towels and toilet paper.

General

  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
  • Hiking
  • Public transport tickets
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shuttle service
  • Minimarket on site

Food & drink

  • Coffee house on site

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom

Media & technology

  • Internet services

The guest house is in Phuket Town’s Old Town, on Soi Soon U-Thit off Yaowarat Road. Thai Hua Museum is 50 m away, while Phuket Old Town and Thalang Road are each 300 m from the property. The surrounding streets have historic shophouses, small shops and local food spots. Inside, wall paintings of Chino-Portuguese buildings and a collection of antique cameras reflect the area’s architectural character. Baan Chinpracha, another historic residence, is also 300 m away.

Phuket Bus Terminal is 1 km away, and Phuket International Airport is 25.6 km from the guest house. An airport shuttle is among the property’s facilities, and you can also reach the guest house by taxi or car. There is no parking available on site. If you are arriving by bus, the terminal is the nearest named public transport point. Let the property know your expected arrival time in advance, as requested; check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00.

Nearby sights include Wat Mongkol Nimit, 250 m away, and Lard Yai Sunday Night Market, 350 m away. The market brings food and craft stalls to the Old Town’s walking streets. Fah Thai Market is 650 m from the guest house, while Rang Hill is 1 km away for an elevated outlook over town. For a longer outing, Siray Bay Beach is 4.7 km away. The museums and heritage streets close by make it easy to spend time exploring Phuket Town on foot.

  • Thai Hua Museum
    Museum tracing Phuket’s local history in a former school building.
    50 m
  • Wat Mongkol Nimit
    Buddhist temple with a prominent golden chedi and ornate halls.
    250 m
  • Baan Chinpracha
    Historic Sino-Portuguese residence with period furnishings and architectural details.
    300 m
  • Phuket Old Town
    Heritage district of colourful shophouses, cafés and historic streets.
    300 m
  • Lard Yai Sunday Night Market
    Sunday evening street market with local food, crafts and stalls.
    350 m
  • Rang Hill
    Elevated park and lookout with views across Phuket Town.
    1 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you enjoy historic surroundings, with Chino-Portuguese wall paintings and antique cameras throughout the guest house
  • ✓you want museums and heritage streets close by, with Thai Hua Museum 50 m away
  • ✓you are travelling as a family or small group: the 28 m² family room accommodates up to four
  • ✓you prefer rooms with private bathrooms and air conditioning across the available room types
  • ✓you value a quiet reading corner and small garden in the centre of the building

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need on-site parking, which is not available at the guest house
  • ✕you are sensitive to firm beds, as some guests found the mattresses hard and uncomfortable
  • ✕you want breakfast included; breakfast is not included with the stay
  • ✕you need a larger room, as the twin and double room options each measure 15 m²

What guests say

162 verified reviews
8.4

Guests frequently praise the Old Town setting, the friendly and helpful team, and tidy, well-maintained spaces. Some also value the peaceful street. A recurring drawback is the mattresses: several guests found them old, hard and uncomfortable.

Location9.4
Staff9.2
Comfort8.7
Value for money8.7
Cleanliness8.5
Facilities8.0
Free WiFi7.5

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Chino Town Gallery Alley cost?

Rates at Chino Town Gallery Alley vary by season, room type and dates. To see the current amount for your stay, view current rates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Chino Town Gallery Alley?

Chino Town Gallery Alley is 1 km from Phuket Bus Terminal and 25.6 km from Phuket International Airport. An airport shuttle is among the guest house’s facilities; taxis and cars can also reach it, but there is no parking on site. The guest house is on Soi Soon U-Thit off Yaowarat Road. Let the property know your expected arrival time in advance.

What is near Chino Town Gallery Alley?

Chino Town Gallery Alley is 50 m from Thai Hua Museum, 250 m from Wat Mongkol Nimit and 300 m from Baan Chinpracha and Phuket Old Town. Thalang Road is also 300 m away, while Lard Yai Sunday Night Market is 350 m away. Rang Hill is 1 km away, with an elevated park and lookout above town.

What room types are available at Chino Town Gallery Alley?

Chino Town Gallery Alley has twin and double rooms for two, two types of triple room for three, and a family room for up to four. Room sizes range from 15 to 28 m². The family room has a balcony, a sofa bed and a futon; one triple room also has a balcony.

How does payment work at Chino Town Gallery Alley?

Chino Town Gallery Alley requires a prepayment deposit through PayPal to secure a reservation. The property sends payment instructions after booking, and the payment must be made by the due date in the email. The remaining balance is paid in cash at check-in.

Is Chino Town Gallery Alley suitable for families?

Chino Town Gallery Alley has a family room measuring 28 m² for up to four people, with a large bed, sofa bed and futon. The room also has a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom.

What do guests say about the mattresses at Chino Town Gallery Alley?

Some guests have found the mattresses at Chino Town Gallery Alley hard, old and uncomfortable, with springs that can be felt. The guest house has several bed arrangements, including twin beds, single beds and a king-size bed.

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