180 Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road Patong Beach, Phuket Thailand, 83150 Patong Beach, Thailand
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Lokal Phuket “Former K-Hotel” – SHA Extra Plus Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard about Lokal Phuket “Former K-Hotel” – SHA Extra Plus, the name alone made me curious. You know what they say about places with stories, and this three-star spot definitely has one, having reinvented itself from its K-Hotel days into something that feels genuinely local rather than trying too hard to impress.

What struck me right away was how this place manages to feel authentically Phuket without falling into those tourist trap clichés. The vibe is relaxed but thoughtful – I mean, you can tell they’ve put real effort into creating spaces that actually make sense for how people want to experience Phuket these days. The rooms have this clean, minimalist thing going on that works really well in the tropical heat, and honestly, the air conditioning was fantastic (which matters more than you’d think when you’re dealing with that afternoon humidity). The whole SHA Extra Plus certification thing isn’t just bureaucratic nonsense either – you can actually see they take the health protocols seriously without making it feel sterile or unwelcoming.

Location-wise, it’s one of those spots that locals probably know about but isn’t overrun with tour groups, which I really appreciated. You’re close enough to the action when you want it, but far enough away that you can actually sleep at night without earplugs. The staff genuinely seems to know the area well – not just the obvious tourist spots, but where to grab good street food or find a quieter beach when the main ones get crowded. Check-in was smooth, none of that waiting around while they figure out your reservation drama. The 8.4 rating makes total sense once you’re there for a day or two; it’s the kind of place that grows on you because the details work. Small things like decent water pressure, reliable wifi that doesn’t cut out when you need it most, and rooms that stay cool without cranking the AC to arctic levels. Sure, it’s not luxury-resort flashy, but that’s actually part of its charm – it feels like staying somewhere real rather than a sanitized vacation bubble.

Lokal Phuket “Former K-Hotel” – SHA Extra Plus Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Standard Double or Twin Room1 large double bed, or and 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Premium Room1 extra-large double bed, or and 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Deluxe Room2 single beds, or and 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Lokal Phuket “Former K-Hotel” – SHA Extra Plus

  • Abdulrahman from Saudi Arabia (9/10)

    the location is special & all the facilities are available

  • Farooq from United States (9/10)

    Location is perfect, just 5-10mins walk to Patong Beach,

  • Ezza from Malaysia (9/10)

    The location. If u looking for a plc to chill but near to all the attraction . This is the plc! Take any room . They are amazing!

    Support Lokal business that have amazing property and hospitality !

  • Pinchas from Israel (8/10)

    Location, breakfast,nice place

  • Rebecca from New Zealand (8/10)

    The most comfortable beds I've ever found in Thailand!!! And the staff are all delightful. Really lovely gardens and pool. Loved the squirrels playing in the trees as I swam.

  • Pinchas from Israel (9/10)

    Location, so close to everywhere/night life yet the ground floor are quite. Good breakfast

  • Pietro from Italy (8/10)

    Position (close by everything) and good restaurant

  • Loneewolf from Australia (8/10)

    Hidden treasure. Friendly staff with a great pool and restaurant Bar.

  • Alice from South Africa (8/10)

    Lovely garden and big pool
    Friendly staff. Very helpful
    Plenty restaurants and shops in area.

  • Dennis from Germany (9/10)

    good location, nice staff

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Kidspace: 10 km
  • Penguin Club: 4 km
  • Phuket Square: 6 km
  • Kathu Pet Park: 7 km
  • Arunsoms Dog Run: 600 m
  • Fantasy Kidzooona: 600 m
  • Patong Playground: 800 m
  • Up & Un Playground: 7 km
  • Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Muang National Park: 700 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Zag Bar: 50 m
  • Restaurant No.6 Restaurant: 50 m
  • Restaurant Ginger Sushi Patong: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Chalong Pier: 13 km
  • Thai Hua Museum: 12 km
  • Chinpracha House: 12 km
  • Kathu Mining Museum: 11 km
  • Khaokhad View Tower: 19 km
  • Two Heroines Monument: 19 km
  • Phuket Seashell Museum: 19 km
  • Saphan Hin Mining Monument: 16 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Rang Hill: 13 km
  • Lake Andaman Sea: 9 km
  • Waterfall Kathu Waterfall: 9 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Kalim Beach: 2.3 km
  • Merlin Beach: 5 km
  • Patong Beach: 800 m
  • Freedom Beach: 4.4 km
  • Tri Trang Beach: 4.4 km

Public transport:

  • Bus Phuket Bus Terminal: 15 km
  • Bus Phuket Bus Terminal 2: 14 km

Closest airports:

  • Phuket International Airport: 35 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Wellness:

  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Activities:

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights Additional charge Off-site

Living Area:

  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Thai

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Great for your stay:

  • 2 restaurants
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Shower
  • Live sport events (broadcast)

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
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House Rules at Lokal Phuket “Former K-Hotel” – SHA Extra Plus

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 23:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 06:00 to 12:00

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:

9.2

Comfort:

8.8

Location:

9.4

Free WiFi:

7.6

Facilities:

8.7

Cleanliness:

9.0

Value for money:

8.9