Royal Phuket City Hotel – SHA Extra Plus

Royal Phuket City Hotel – SHA Extra Plus Overview

First Impressions

Walking into the Royal Phuket City Hotel – SHA Extra Plus, you immediately sense this isn’t your typical beach resort — and honestly, that’s exactly what makes it special. This five-star property sits right in the heart of Phuket Town on Phang Nga Road, which means you’re surrounded by authentic Thai culture instead of tourist traps. The lobby has this elegant, understated luxury that feels more sophisticated than flashy, and the staff genuinely seems to know what they’re doing.

Location & Local Life

You know what I love about this spot? It’s actually where locals live and work, not just where tourists pass through. The old Sino-Portuguese shophouses are literally steps away, and you can wander through the weekend night market without fighting crowds of cruise ship passengers. Couples especially seem to get this — they’ve rated the location 8.9, probably because there’s something romantic about exploring real Phuket together. The parking situation is refreshingly stress-free too, which anyone who’s driven in Thailand will appreciate.

The Room Experience

My room was spacious in that way that makes you forget you’re in a city center — floor-to-ceiling windows, clean lines, and everything actually worked properly. The air conditioning is powerful enough to handle Thailand’s humidity, and the beds are genuinely comfortable. What struck me most was how quiet it stays despite being on a main road — the soundproofing is clearly well thought out. The layout maximizes natural light while maintaining privacy, and modern amenities blend seamlessly with thoughtful design touches throughout.

Breakfast & Dining

The breakfast spread here is honestly impressive — they’ve got everything from traditional Thai dishes to American classics, plus proper options for vegetarian, vegan, and halal diets. I mean, finding good halal breakfast options in Phuket isn’t always easy, so that attention to detail matters. The restaurant staff seems to understand that not everyone wants the same thing at 7 AM, and they’re happy to accommodate without making you feel like you’re asking for special favors. The quality of ingredients and preparation elevates the dining experience beyond typical hotel fare.

Why Guests Love It

This place works because it gives you luxury without the resort bubble feeling. You’re staying somewhere genuinely elegant, but you can still walk out the door and grab street food or explore local temples without a tour guide. The 8.4 rating makes sense when you experience how smoothly everything runs — from check-in to housekeeping to that moment when you realize you haven’t thought about logistics once during your stay. It’s the kind of hotel that makes you feel like you’re experiencing the real Phuket, just with really nice sheets and excellent service backing you up. Whether you’re visiting for business or leisure, the balance between comfort and authenticity sets this property apart from typical urban hotels.

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.

Royal Phuket City Hotel – SHA Extra Plus Accommodations

Reviews of Royal Phuket City Hotel – SHA Extra Plus

• Chor from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Gym is a highlight, equipment is abundant and there’s plenty of space for everyone to work out at the same time. Staff were nice and helpful. Location is amazing – walking distance to all the sights and major night market, surrounded by many food and drink options. Bonus for being close to bus terminal. The room was comfortable.

• Mattia from France (9/10)

  good room, good breakfast, lovely rooftop, fantastic gym.

• Areej from Saudi Arabia (7/10)

  The location is perfect, staff were nice..

• Nicole from United States (7/10)

  Location, staff, breakfast, pool and gym were great

• Loai from Israel (8/10)

  Comfortable rooms and beds. Nice restaurant high in the sky with great view to phuket and the sea.
  Very Big fitness hall.

• Jernej from Slovenia (9/10)

  Nice and clean rooms, all in all OK

• Ebe from Uganda (8/10)

  Good views from the room

• Yusuf from Hong Kong (7/10)

  Convenient location, walking distance to Old Town but away from the noise. 10 mins from Rassada pier by car. Rooms clean and comfortable, good size. Gym extremely well equipped both in terms of free weights and machines. Spa is a must visit, slightly more expensive than street, but royal treatment that goes the extra mile well worth it.

• Ceren from Denmark (9/10)

  Location is very good. Close to almost everything in old town and Michelin guide places. Stuff was very kind and they did let us do late check out without extra fee. Rooms are big enough.

• Paulo from Portugal (8/10)

  Location, great view from rooftop.
  Juliet was professional and helped us with a great attitude.

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