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Why I picked Novotel Phuket Resort as my permanent hotel
I chose Novotel Phuket Resort in Phuket, Thailand because it fits an experimental life of steady comfort at a predictable price: I pay about $73 per night and live inside a four‑star property that other travelers score 4.4 out of 5.0.
How time and scale show up here
The resort first opened in 1998 and went through a notable upgrade in 2007, marks that shape the building’s personality.
It’s a single‑rise place—one vertical level defines how the public spaces and terraces sit on the site.
The residential cluster I orbit counts 169 people in the community, a size that keeps things familiar without becoming cliquish.
Daily mechanics I rely on (one clear list)
- Wi‑Fi in public areas, car parking, 24‑hour reception, disabled facilities, restaurant, swimming pool, bar, business centre, gym/fitness centre, spa, laundry service, concierge, private beach.
- In‑room: bathtub, shower, TV, air conditioning, coffee/tea maker, safe, mini bar, bathrobes, hairdryer.
- Services: daily housekeeping and multilingual staff speaking English, French, Arabic and Chinese.
- Payments: debit cards accepted; it’s not a cash‑only operation.
- Animals are not allowed on the property.
- Accessibility: wheelchair‑accessible parking and a wheelchair‑accessible entrance are provided.
What long‑term eyes pick up that short stays miss
Placed on a hill with far-reaching sea views, the site’s quietness has a texture—bird calls at dawn, regular gusts of breeze—that only months of mornings reveal.
Breakfast can feel like a routine in the flesh: multiple guests note the menu’s sameness and praise one standout sweet item that breaks the monotony.
The lack of lifts makes moving through levels a persistent practical issue for those with limited mobility or families with strollers; it’s not an occasional nuisance but a repeated chore in daily life.
Transport rhythm is shaped by an hourly shuttle that holds about ten people per trip, a cadence that influences plans and forces small group negotiations over timing.
Value perceptions diverge; some visitors consider the rate a stretch for the season, an economic variable that colors conversations in the communal spaces.
Children can become vocal advocates: I’ve seen families commit to return because the place clicked with their kids, a little social proof that matters when you’re deciding to stay long.
First impressions from other guests often praise the courteous nature of staff members, a single human factor that steadies the everyday experience here.
Small discoveries that change routines
- Bring an adaptable schedule: when communal services run on tight timetables, timing your errands becomes part of daily craft.
- Local retail and evening options cluster nearby—le Spa and V Lounge Bar and Restaurant provide easy detours when I want a break from the property’s rhythm.
- Coffee House at Novotel and Pinnacle Sky Bar by Novotel are steps away for quick meetings or a late‑afternoon lookout.
- For a different taste, Thai Orchid Restaurant and Kiko Japanese Restaurant offer familiar dining variation within easy reach.
- If you drive an EV, there’s an electric vehicle charging station (สถานีชาร์จ Evolt) in the neighborhood to plan for longer trips.
The little tradeoffs that decide whether you stay
Living here feels like committing to a certain choreography: predictable comforts, occasional service friction, and a communal tempo shaped by a compact resident count and seasonal guests; it’s not too shabby if you value routine with options nearby.
Recommendation: For someone curious about settling temporarily in Phuket under hotel roofs, this resort offers consistent amenities, accessible entry points, and a view that repays daily watching—balanced by mobility challenges and periodic questions about value. If you can accept those tradeoffs, it’s a compelling base; if not, lean toward a place with vertical circulation and more flexible transit links.
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Hotel Facilities
Hotel Information
Year of opening: 1998
Year of renovation: 2007
Floors: 1
Rooms: 169
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