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Lub d Phuket Patong
A social hostel and budget hotel on Sawatdirak Road in Patong, offering four-bed dorms, private rooms with balconies, a pool and regular events.
At a glance
- Type
- Hostel and budget hotel
- Area
- Patong, Phuket, Thailand
- Price
- $ · Budget
- Official site
- lubd.com
Good to know
- Dorms and private rooms
- Pool
- Co-working
- Social events
Why we recommend it
Lub d Phuket Patong is part of the Lub d group of social hostels, and its Patong branch is on Sawatdirak Road, a few minutes' walk from Patong Beach. It mixes dormitory beds with private rooms, so it works both for backpackers on a budget and for couples or friends who want their own room in a lively, social setting.
The dorms are four-bed rooms with bunk beds and shared bathrooms, branded as Our Tribe Hideout, and there is a female-only version for women who prefer it. Private rooms include the Duo King and Duo Twin, both 25 square metres with en suite bathrooms and private balconies, and a Duo Pool View room overlooking the pool. A smaller Compact King room of 18 square metres is the cheapest private option. Check the details of each room type when booking, as bathroom arrangements differ.
The social side is a big part of the appeal. The hostel organises events such as pool parties and bar crawls, which make it easy for solo travellers to meet people, and there is a co-working area for those who need to get some work done between beach days.
Lub d Patong suits solo travellers, young couples, groups of friends and digital nomads. It is less suited to families with small children or travellers who want peace and quiet, as the atmosphere is designed to be sociable, and Patong itself is the island's busiest resort area. Light sleepers should bring earplugs, and anyone wanting a calmer stay should choose a private room rather than a dorm.
The location puts the beach, Bangla Road, the Jungceylon shopping centre and Patong's many restaurants and massage shops within walking distance. Tuk-tuks and taxis are easy to find for trips further afield, and day tours to the islands usually offer pick-ups from Patong hotels. For a quieter day, Freedom Beach and Tri Trang are a short trip south, and Kalim lies just to the north along the coast road.
Booking ahead is advisable in the high season, roughly December to April, and around holidays, when dorm beds and private rooms fill quickly.
Lub d Phuket Patong FAQs
Where is Lub d Phuket Patong?
At 5/5 Sawatdirak Road, Patong, a few minutes from Patong Beach.
What types of room are there?
Four-bed dorms, including a female-only dorm, and private Duo and Compact rooms.
Do private rooms have bathrooms?
The Duo rooms are en suite with balconies; check details for the Compact room.
Is there a pool?
Yes, and some private rooms overlook it.
Is it a party hostel?
It is social, with events such as pool parties and bar crawls.
Can I work there?
Yes, there is a co-working area.
Is it good for families?
It is better suited to solo travellers, couples and friends than to young families.
How far is Bangla Road?
It is within walking distance in central Patong.