113 Soi Soon U-Thit, Yaowarat Road, Tambon Talat Nuea Muang Phuket 83000 Thailand, 83000 Phuket Town, Thailand
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Chino Town Gallery Alley – SHA Plus Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard the name Chino Town Gallery Alley – SHA Plus, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. It sounds like it could be an art space or maybe some trendy boutique hotel, but what I found was actually something more interesting than either. This three-star place sits in what feels like a perfect sweet spot between budget-friendly and genuinely comfortable, and after staying there, I get why it’s pulling in solid reviews.

The “Gallery Alley” part of the name makes total sense once you’re there – the common areas have this curated, almost gallery-like feel with local artwork scattered throughout the corridors and lobby. It’s not pretentious or anything, just thoughtfully done in a way that gives the place some personality. The rooms themselves are clean and well-maintained, though honestly, they’re more about function than form. You’ve got everything you need – decent Wi-Fi, comfortable beds, and bathrooms that actually have proper water pressure (you know how hit-or-miss that can be). The SHA Plus certification means they’re following all the health and safety protocols, which was reassuring during my stay.

What really won me over was the attention to small details that most places in this price range just skip. The staff genuinely seems to care about making sure you’re sorted, and check-in was refreshingly smooth – no endless forms or upselling attempts. The location works well if you’re planning to explore on foot or use local transport, though I’d recommend asking about parking options when you book if you’re driving. It gets a bit busier in the evenings with other guests coming and going, but it’s never chaotic or disruptive. For a three-star property, it punches above its weight in terms of cleanliness and service, and I can see why travelers keep rating it well. It’s the kind of place where you sleep soundly, start your day without any hassles, and don’t feel like you’ve compromised on comfort just to stay within budget.

Chino Town Gallery Alley – SHA Plus Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Standard Family Room1 sofa bed, 1 large double bed and 1 futon bed for 4 adults, 1 child
Standard Twin Room2 single beds for 2 adults
Standard Double Room1 single bed for 2 adults
Standard Triple Room3 single beds for 3 adults
Triple Room1 single bed and 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
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Reviews of Chino Town Gallery Alley – SHA Plus

  • Gerard from Canada (9/10)

    It’s very clean. The housekeeper is very friendly and she tries her best to help you with anything you need. This small hotel also provides laundry service which is very convenient. It’s close to everything.

  • Vit from United States (7/10)

    The location was great, friendly staff.

  • Janis142000 from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Great place great location. friendly welcome. Very quirky place and very clean.

  • Funmi from United Kingdom (8/10)

  • John from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Excellent Place…

  • Amelie from Germany (8/10)

    Great location in old town, most things are in walking distance and it is not loud at the same time. Quite clean, nice staff and free coffee and tea making station near the reception. Nice staff who organized a taxi for me. Air conditioning worked well.

  • Andrew from New Zealand (9/10)

    Location, a great food court just up the road. Friendly staff. Daily water provided. Very quiet location. Laundry and booking service.

  • Šárka from Czech Republic (7/10)

    Great location, overall good value for the money. Be prepared to communicate with the staff via google translate, since they don’t speak English.

  • Christopher from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Location was great nice and quiet in the heart of the old town. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Arranged a taxi for me to the airport which was cheaper than bolt and the regular taxi on the street.

  • Benjawan from Thailand (7/10)

    Location and the staff.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Clock tower: 1.1 km
  • Fah Thai Market: 750 m
  • Suan Luang Park: 2.3 km
  • Thai Hua Museum: 550 m
  • Chinpracha House: 750 m
  • King Rama 9 Park: 1.2 km
  • I Sweet Ice Cream: 1.7 km
  • Saphan Hin Mining Monument: 2.6 km
  • Детская Площадка: 550 m
  • Phuket Provincial Commemoration Public Park: 1.6 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Phuket Sunny Hostel: 150 m
  • Cafe/bar168 Debuk Cafe & Beer: 200 m
  • Restaurant168 Cafe & Restaurant: 200 m

Top attractions:

  • Chalong Pier: 10 km
  • Promthep Cape: 18 km
  • Phuket Aquarium: 12 km
  • Windmill Viewpoint: 18 km
  • Kathu Mining Museum: 13 km
  • Khaokhad View Tower: 7 km
  • Two Heroines Monument: 12 km
  • Phuket Seashell Museum: 14 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Rang Hill: 2.2 km
  • Lake Phuket Fishing Park: 11 km
  • Waterfall Kathu Waterfall: 11 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Chalong Beach: 9 km
  • Koh Sirey Beach: 6 km
  • Siray Bay Beach: 6 km

Public transport:

  • Bus Phuket Bus Terminal: 1.2 km
  • Bus Phuket Bus Terminal 2: 4.3 km

Closest airports:

  • Phuket International Airport: 30 km

Facilities

General:

  • Shuttle service
  • Minimarket on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Car hire
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom

Transport:

  • Public transport tickets

Activities:

  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
  • Hiking

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Thai

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying
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House Rules at Chino Town Gallery Alley – SHA Plus

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 22:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Cash only:

  • This property only accepts cash payments.

Check-out:

  • From 07:00 to 11:30

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.9

Comfort:

8.3

Location:

9.4

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

7.8

Cleanliness:

8.4

Value for money:

8.7