Smile Residence

135/323 M. 4 Patak Rd, T.Rawai, A.Meung Phuket, Phuket. ( 135/323 ม.4 ถ.ปฏัก ต.ราไวย์ อ.เมืองภูเก็ต จ.ภูเก็ต ) , 83000 Rawai Beach, Thailand·View on map

Very good438 reviews
8.3
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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 11:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Smile Residence is a 3-star hotel in Rawai, Phuket, with an outdoor swimming pool and balconies in every room. On the island’s southern side, it offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs and terraces; sizes range from 35 to 48 m², and views include the pool, mountains, city and local landmarks. Accommodation spans double and twin rooms, a larger deluxe double and a triple room with space for up to three people.

Shared facilities include an on-site restaurant, outdoor pool, children’s pool and fitness centre, as well as a lift and a 24-hour front desk. Free private parking is available on site without a reservation, and WiFi is free throughout the hotel. An airport shuttle, car hire, tour desk, minimarket and barber/beauty shop are also available. Chalong Beach and Chalong Pier are each 1 km away, with Kata Beach 4.1 km away and Phuket Big Buddha 2.5 km away. Guest feedback highlights clean, spacious rooms, friendly staff and the pool, though some visitors find the beds firm.

Rooms

7 room types · 35–48 m²

Smile Residence offers seven room types, from the 35 m² Standard Double Room to the 48 m² Deluxe Double Pool View. The other options measure 42 m²: superior doubles and twins with pool views, poolside double and twin rooms, and a Superior Triple Room. Private balconies and terraces are common across the range, with views varying between the pool, mountains, city and nearby landmarks. Air conditioning and a private bathroom feature throughout, and every room has a flat-screen TV. Bathrooms have showers, with towels and free toiletries also provided; several room types include a bidet and hairdryer.

For couples, the double rooms provide double-bed layouts, while the twin rooms have two single beds. The Superior Triple Room has either a single bed alongside an extra-large double bed or three single beds, and its maximum occupancy is three. The 48 m² Deluxe Double has more floor space than the 35 m² Standard, whose mountain and city views differ from the deluxe room’s range of pool, mountain, landmark and city outlooks.

Standard Double Room — Smile Residence

Standard Double Room

35 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Mountain viewCity viewBalcony

At 35 m², this is the smallest room in Smile Residence’s range. It combines mountain and city views with a balcony and terrace, while the shower bathroom includes a bidet and free toiletries. Its more compact size sets it apart from the 42 m² superior rooms.

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Superior Double Pool View — Smile Residence

Superior Double Pool View

42 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Pool viewLandmark viewTerrace

This 42 m² double room looks towards the pool, with mountain, landmark and city views also among its outlooks. A balcony and terrace extend the room outdoors, while the shower bathroom has a bidet and hairdryer. Its broader range of views distinguishes it from the Standard Double Room.

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Superior Twin Pool View — Smile Residence

Superior Twin Pool View

42 m² Max. 3 guests 2 Single bed
Pool viewMountain viewBalcony

The 42 m² Superior Twin Pool View shares the pool, mountain, landmark and city outlooks of the superior double, but has a twin layout with two single beds. Its balcony and terrace provide outdoor space, and the shower bathroom includes a bidet and hairdryer.

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Superior Double Room - Pool Side — Smile Residence

Superior Double Room - Pool Side

42 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Pool viewSafety deposit boxTerrace

This 42 m² poolside double room has pool and mountain views, a balcony and a terrace. A safety deposit box is included among its room facilities, setting it apart from the other superior double option. The shower bathroom also has a bidet and hairdryer.

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Superior Twin Room Poolside — Smile Residence

Superior Twin Room Poolside

42 m² Max. 3 guests 2 Single bed
Pool viewMountain viewSafety deposit box

At 42 m², this poolside twin has a balcony and terrace with pool and mountain views. It includes a safety deposit box as well as a shower bathroom with a bidet and hairdryer. The twin arrangement distinguishes it from the poolside double room, which has a double-bed layout.

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Deluxe Double Pool View — Smile Residence

Deluxe Double Pool View

48 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Pool viewLandmark viewBalcony

At 48 m², this is the largest double room at Smile Residence, with more space than the 42 m² superior doubles. Its views take in the pool, mountains, city and local landmarks, with a balcony and terrace. The shower bathroom includes a bidet and hairdryer.

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Superior Triple Room — Smile Residence

Superior Triple Room

42 m² Max. 4 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) or 3 Single bed
Pool viewCity viewBalcony

This 42 m² room accommodates up to three people and offers two bed layouts: a single bed with an extra-large double, or three single beds. It has a balcony and terrace, with pool, mountain, landmark and city views. The bathroom has a shower, bidet and hairdryer.

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Facilities

47 facilities
Restaurant
Parking
Balcony
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
View
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Fitness centre

Smile Residence has an outdoor swimming pool and a separate children’s pool, with a fitness centre for workouts. The on-site restaurant is complemented by a minimarket on site. A shared lounge with a TV and a barber/beauty shop add to the indoor facilities, and a lift serves the hotel. A 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out and daily housekeeping are available; laundry is also offered.

Free private parking is possible on site without a reservation, and valet parking is among the parking facilities. WiFi is free throughout the property. The hotel has an airport shuttle and shuttle service, as well as car hire and a tour desk. Rooms include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom and toiletries, while balconies, terraces and views feature across the range. Family rooms are offered, alongside the separate children’s pool.

General

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Shuttle service
  • Minimarket on site
  • Car hire
  • Lift
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Airport shuttle

Food & drink

  • Restaurant

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Mountain view
  • View
  • Cleaning products
  • Refrigerator
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet services

Parking

  • Valet parking

Smile Residence is in Rawai, along Patak Road on Phuket’s southern side. Rawai has a residential character, with Chalong close by on the east coast. Chalong Beach and Chalong Pier are each 1 km from the hotel; Land & House Park Phuket is 700 m away, and Nice Steak is 650 m away. The nearby streets have shops and places to eat, a feature reflected in guest comments. Chalong Pier is used for boat trips, so the hotel is also near one of the island’s departure points for coastal excursions.

Road connections matter for trips across Phuket: Phuket Bus Terminal is 9.4 km away and Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 12.3 km away. Phuket International Airport, in the north of the island, is 31.1 km from Smile Residence. The hotel has an airport shuttle, car hire and a tour desk. Free private parking is available on site without a reservation, and Patak Road provides the road approach to the property. The airport lies at the opposite end of Phuket from Rawai, so road journeys cross much of the island.

For nearby outings, Phuket Big Buddha is 2.5 km away, while Viset Fruit Market is 3.1 km from the hotel. Kata Beach lies 4.1 km away; it is one of the calmer west-coast beach settings compared with busier Patong. Promthep Cape is 7.6 km away and forms a viewpoint at Phuket’s southern tip. Chalong Pier also serves boat trips, while Rawai’s residential setting offers a contrast with the nightlife around Patong.

  • Phuket Orchid Farm
    A nearby orchid attraction for a short visit between beach outings.
    550 m
  • Land & House Park Phuket
    A neighbourhood green space for a break from coastal sightseeing.
    700 m
  • Chalong Pier
    A departure point for boat excursions along Phuket’s surrounding waters.
    1 km
  • Phuket Big Buddha
    A prominent religious landmark with broad views across southern Phuket.
    2.5 km
  • Viset Fruit Market
    A local market for fresh fruit and everyday produce in Rawai.
    3.1 km
  • Promthep Cape
    A coastal headland viewpoint at Phuket’s southern tip.
    7.6 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want an outdoor swimming pool, with a separate children’s pool also available
  • ✓you are travelling with children: family rooms are offered, and the Superior Triple Room accommodates up to three
  • ✓you prefer a larger room: the Deluxe Double Pool View measures 48 m² and has pool, mountain, city and landmark views
  • ✓you want a restaurant on site, alongside a minimarket
  • ✓you are travelling by car or need an airport shuttle: private parking is free, and the hotel offers an airport shuttle

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you are sensitive to firm mattresses: some guests describe the beds as hard
  • ✕you want to stay directly on the beach: Chalong Beach is 1 km away, and Kata Beach is 4.1 km away
  • ✕you need a room for four people: the Superior Triple Room has a maximum occupancy of three
  • ✕you want to stay close to the airport: Phuket International Airport is 31.1 km away

What guests say

438 verified reviews
8.3

Guests praise the spacious, tidy rooms, daily housekeeping and fresh towel service, along with the friendly staff and a clean, roomy pool with sunbeds. Nearby restaurants and shops also earn positive comments. Some guests find the beds too firm.

Staff9.0
Free WiFi9.0
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.6
Value for money8.6
Facilities8.4
Location8.0

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Smile Residence cost?

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How do I get to Smile Residence?

Smile Residence is on Patak Road in Rawai, with Chalong Beach and Chalong Pier each 1 km away. Phuket Bus Terminal is 9.4 km from the hotel; Phuket International Airport is 31.1 km away, and the hotel offers an airport shuttle. Free private parking is available on site without a reservation.

What is near Smile Residence?

Smile Residence is 550 m from Phuket Orchid Farm and 700 m from Land & House Park Phuket. Chalong Pier is 1 km away and is used for boat trips. Phuket Big Buddha is 2.5 km away, while Kata Beach is 4.1 km from the hotel on Phuket’s west coast. Land & House Park Phuket is a local green space, and the Big Buddha is a prominent religious landmark.

What room types are available at Smile Residence?

Smile Residence has double and twin rooms in Standard, Superior and Deluxe categories, plus a Superior Triple Room. Sizes range from 35 to 48 m²; room views include the pool, mountains, city and landmarks. The triple room accommodates up to three people and has alternative bed layouts.

Does Smile Residence have a swimming pool?

Smile Residence has an outdoor swimming pool and a separate children’s pool. Guest feedback describes the main pool as spacious and clean, with sunbeds and room for lap swimming. The pool-view and poolside rooms also overlook the water.

Is Smile Residence suitable for families?

Smile Residence offers family rooms and a children’s pool. Its 42 m² Superior Triple Room has a maximum occupancy of three and two bed layouts: one single bed with an extra-large double bed, or three single beds.

What services does Smile Residence offer for getting around?

Smile Residence has an airport shuttle and a shuttle service, as well as car hire and a tour desk. Free private parking is also available on site without a reservation, for travellers arriving by car.

Are parking and WiFi available at Smile Residence?

Smile Residence provides free private parking on site, with no reservation needed, and free WiFi throughout the property. The parking is private rather than public, and WiFi is available in all areas.

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