Travel Guide: New Square Patong Hotel - SHA, Patong Beach

Introduction

Nestled in the heart of Phuket’s most vibrant beach neighborhood, New Square Patong Hotel - SHA is a thoughtfully designed mid-range property that balances convenience, comfort, and value for travelers exploring Phuket’s west coast. Whether you’re chasing sunsets on Patong Beach, shopping for local handicrafts, or seeking a quiet base between island adventures, this certified SHA (Safety and Health Administration) property checks every box for leisure and family travelers alike.

Hotel Overview

Located at 99/11 Phang-Muang Sai Kor Road, Patong, Kathu Phuket 83150, New Square Patong puts you just a 10-minute walk from the soft golden sands of Patong Beach, with easy access to the area’s famous nightlife, markets, and restaurants. Highlights of the property’s wide range of facilities include a sun-drenched outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a relaxing terrace and lush garden, a compact 24-hour fitness center for keeping up with your workout routine, and complimentary free Wi-Fi across the entire property. The hotel offers complimentary on-site private parking with valet service, perfect for guests renting a car to explore the island.

Guest rooms are clean, modern, and soundproofed for a peaceful night’s sleep, with options for families and solo travelers alike. Every room includes air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, a refrigerator, electric kettle, flat-screen TV with satellite and cable channels, and a private en-suite bathroom stocked with free toiletries, a hair dryer, and fresh towels. Guests consistently rave about the hotel’s breakfast spread, which offers a wide range of Thai and Western options to start your day. Multilingual staff speak English, Thai, and Chinese at the 24-hour front desk, and additional services including daily housekeeping, luggage storage, laundry, and paid room service are available for added convenience.

Nearby Attractions

Three standout local attractions are all within a 15-minute drive of the hotel:

• Patong Beach: Just a 10-minute walk away, this iconic 3-kilometer stretch of white sand is perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and trying water sports from jet skiing to parasailing. As the sun sets, the beachfront comes alive with fire dances, beach bars, and street food stalls serving fresh grilled seafood.
• Bangla Road: Phuket’s legendary entertainment hub is 800 meters from the hotel, and offers everything from lively street bars and live music venues to family-friendly street performances and cheap souvenir shopping.
• Kata Noi Viewpoint: A 15-minute drive from the property, this scenic overlook offers postcard-perfect panoramic views of the Andaman Sea and the curved coastline of Kata and Karon beaches, especially stunning at sunrise when crowds are thin.

Travel Tips

Book a pool-view room for a peaceful, scenic start to your morning, and request a high-floor room via the elevator if you have mobility concerns. Arrange airport transfers through the hotel in advance for a hassle-free arrival, and don’t forget to try the local street food just a 2-minute walk from the hotel’s entrance on Phang-Muang Sai Kor Road for cheap, authentic Thai meals. Remember that while the hotel is close to Patong’s nightlife, the soundproofed rooms block out street noise, so you don’t have to sacrifice convenience for a good night’s sleep.