Boek dit als You want the chaos of Patong nightlife within walking distance but need a silent, high-end sanctuary to retreat to.
Waarom mensen ervan houden
The 'Resort within a Resort' concept (Busakorn Wing) that feels miles away from Bangla Road
Legitimately world-class Kids Club with pirate-themed zones and Xbox stations
Sam's Steaks & Grill — surprisingly one of the best steakhouses on the entire island
Snel Overzicht: A tale of two hotels: a chaotic family funhouse in the Main Wing and a surprisingly zen, adult-leaning escape in the Busakorn Wing.
Beoordeeld door @AngelDGeorge: I honestly didn't expect to relax this much on a family trip. The kids were obsessed with the splash pad and Fun Lab, so I actually got to enjoy my coffee by the pool in peace. Total win.
Gast die hier verbleef zei
The hype
Families worship the kids' facilities, while couples are shocked at how quiet the Busakorn pool area is given the location.
Reality check
The 'Main Wing' rooms feel significantly older and more 'standard Holiday Inn' than the Thai-luxe Busakorn rooms.
You are a family who needs a break from your kids (the Kids Club is that good)
You want to party on Bangla Road but sleep in absolute silence
You appreciate a breakfast buffet that includes legit Indian and Thai stations
Schoonmaak & Onderhoud
8.8
Housekeeping: Daily and thorough. They are aggressive about sand control.
Bathroom hygiene: Grout is scrubbed white, no mold issues in renovated rooms.
Maintenance: Main Wing shows minor wear and tear; Busakorn is pristine.
Linens & towels: Crisp, white, and replaced daily. Pool towels are fluffy and abundant.
Odors & scents: Lobby smells like lemongrass; older rooms can have a faint humidity scent if AC is off.
Sleepability™
7.8STIL
STIL
0-4LUID
4-7.5GEMATIGD
7.5-10STIL
Tuk-tuks and street music (Main Wing street-facing only)
Hallway noise from excited kids (Main Wing)
Voordat je boekt
Goed om te weten
The Busakorn Wing has its own exclusive pools that Main Wing guests cannot use.
Breakfast at the Busakorn Wing is separate and generally quieter/higher quality than the main buffet.
You are 30 seconds from the beach, but you have to cross a busy road to get there.
Wat je mee moet nemen
Universal power adapter (though many rooms have updated USB ports)
Earplugs (essential if you end up in a street-facing room)
Rash guards for kids (sun is intense and you'll be at the pool all day)
Kamer Genie
Beste keuzes
Busakorn Studio Pool View (Ground Floor) for direct pool access and adult vibes
Family Suite (Main Wing) for the pirate-themed kids' partition
Kamers om te vermijden
Main Wing Standard Rooms facing the street (noise risk)
Rooms near the elevators in the Main Wing (high foot traffic)
Kamer Aanvraag Genie – kopiëren en plakken
“I am requesting a room in the Busakorn Wing, specifically a 'Pool View' unit on an upper floor for maximum privacy. If I must stay in the Main Wing, please ensure I am NOT facing the street and am away from the elevator bank.”
Veelgestelde vragen & Verborgen tips
Alles wat je eigenlijk wilt weten voordat je boekt.
Is the pool crowded?
Main Wing pools get busy with families by 11am. Busakorn pools remain chill and lounge-chair wars are rare there.
Can I walk to Bangla Road?
Yes, it is a 10-12 minute walk. Close enough to go, far enough to not hear the bass.
Is breakfast included?
Usually yes, and it's excellent. Check your specific rate, but the buffet is a highlight with huge variety.
Is there a resort fee?
No hidden resort fee, but there is a 10% service charge added to all on-site bills (standard in Thailand).
Is the beach private?
No. Patong Beach is public, busy, and right across the street. The hotel provides towels but not private beach chairs.
Which wing is better?
Busakorn Wing is superior in every way (rooms, pools, breakfast) and worth the extra $30-50/night.
Tips van Insiders
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Kids under 12 eat free at the main buffet with a paying adult — a huge money saver.
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The 'Happy Hour' at the pool bar often includes 2-for-1 cocktails; check the sign daily.
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There is a back exit near the Busakorn wing that dumps you right near the OTOP market for cheaper shopping.
5 dingen die je moet weten voordat je gaat
💡The 'Kids Suite' has an Xbox 360, which might actually keep your kids in the room too long.
💡The shower pressure in the Busakorn Wing is legendary — like a fire hose.
💡You can hear the mosque call to prayer in some rooms, which adds local flavor but wakes light sleepers.
💡The on-site tailor is pushy; just say 'no thank you' firmly and keep walking.
💡Room service pizza is surprisingly decent (wood-fired oven at Terrazzo).
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Kaart
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