D&K Smiley Phuket Resort

D&K Smiley Phuket Resort Overview

Honestly, when I first pulled up to D&K Smiley Phuket Resort, I wasn’t sure what to expect – the name had me curious, you know? But this little three-star gem actually surprised me in the best way possible. It’s one of those places that doesn’t try to be something it’s not, which I really appreciated after staying at some overly flashy resorts that felt more like theme parks than actual getaways.

What struck me right away was how genuinely friendly the staff was – and I mean actually friendly, not that rehearsed hospitality you get at bigger chains. The check-in was smooth, and they seemed to remember guests by name pretty quickly. The rooms are clean and comfortable without being fancy, but honestly, that worked perfectly for me since I was spending most of my time exploring Phuket anyway. The air conditioning worked great (crucial in that heat), and I loved that you could actually open the windows to hear the sounds of the area – something you can’t do at those sealed-up luxury places. The WiFi was reliable too, which saved me when I needed to sort out some work stuff one morning.

I mean, let’s be real – this isn’t a resort where you’ll find infinity pools or personal butlers, but that’s not what it’s trying to be. What you will find is a place that feels authentic and relaxed, with that laid-back Thai vibe that’s getting harder to find as more areas get overdeveloped. The location is actually pretty smart – you’re close enough to get to the main tourist spots without being right in the middle of all that chaos. I could walk to some decent local restaurants that weren’t tourist traps, and there’s a little market nearby where I picked up fresh fruit most mornings. The pool area is small but pleasant, and it never felt crowded even when the place seemed pretty full. I spent quite a few evenings there just reading and enjoying a beer – nothing fancy, just really peaceful. One thing I noticed is that it tends to attract travelers who are more interested in experiencing the real Phuket rather than just staying in a resort bubble, which made for some great conversations with other guests. If you’re looking for a solid, no-nonsense base for exploring the area without breaking the bank, this place definitely delivers.

Apartments in Phuket provide travelers with authentic local experiences, allowing them to explore traditional markets and experience daily life in charming areas like Old Phuket Town and Kamala Beach.

D&K Smiley Phuket Resort Accommodations

Reviews of D&K Smiley Phuket Resort

• Lana from Thailand (9/10)

  Comfortable, cosy and clean houses complex in the convenient location!

• Brandon from Singapore (9/10)

  We loved the beautiful garden and the pool. It has a family feeling to the hotel with not too many guests, which is nice! The bungalow is beautiful and spacious! Really enjoyed having the bungalow right next to the pool, we even extended our stay! And there is a lovely cat at the resort, she was our emotional support animal for this vacation!

• Kim from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Loved the peace and quiet. Great pool and large room. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The owners were very accommodating when we wanted to change dates. We loved staying here!

• Maive from Estonia (9/10)

  We love this place, in the middle of a wonderful garden. It is suitable for those who love a peaceful holiday. We recommend it!😍🇪🇪

• Eden from China (9/10)

  It feels home! The owner is very helpful. She can also speaks English and she is sweet! She will treat you like a family! Very clean too! She has 2 lovely black dogs. ❤️ i missssss everything in there!

• Lana from Thailand (9/10)

  Great location – exactly that we needed during this trip, clean house in cosy green garden. Very simple but maintained with a lot of care and efforts.

• Stan from Australia (9/10)

  Quiet, secluded, homely residences and wonderful garden setting for our extended family of 10 to be together for the first time in 4 years. The grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed relaxing in the pool.

• Tony from New Zealand (9/10)

  The setting was beautiful and the pool was great

• Morozov from Russia (9/10)

  garden and very good swimming pool, staff is very kind and helpful

• Maive from Estonia (9/10)

  Very quiet and beautiful place, the host was very friendly and caring.We liked the beautiful garden and pool was nice.
  Definitely will come back!
  Thank you for everything – cheers from Estonia! 💗

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