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Smile Residence

3.0 star property
Soak up the sunshine by the pool or relax on your own terms. Enjoy convenient amenities that make your stay as seamless as possible.

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Smile Residence, near Big Buddha and Kata Beach, offers a warm welcome with its outdoor pool and sun-kissed loungers. Unwind on the terrace or indulge in convenience with the grocery store, hair salon, dry cleaning services, free WiFi and self-parking.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
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About this property

Smile Residence

  • Hotel near Wat Chalong
  • Located close to Big Buddha and Kata Beach, Smile Residence provides an airport shuttle, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
    • Luggage storage, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Room features
  • All 61 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers, bidets, and free toiletries
    • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
    • Balconies, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and daily housekeeping

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for THB 400.0 per day

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: THB 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: THB 900 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: THB 900 (one-way), (from 1 to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: THB 400.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Does Smile Residence have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Smile Residence?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smile Residence on Jun 10, 2026 start from CA $22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Smile Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Smile Residence?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Smile Residence?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Smile Residence provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of THB 900 per vehicle applies.

Where is Smile Residence located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Wat Chalong and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Kata Beach. Karon Beach and Rawai Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Recommended friendly residence. Staff were helpful and friendly. Room was clean and spacious. AC worked well, thankfully. Hotel on busy road but relatively quiet at night. Walk to Chalong pier in about 15 minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management and staff was terrific. Very friendly, helpful, and always available.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Amenities
The room was very clean and spacious. The staff were super friendly. Great atmosphere overall
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bahram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great not busy location with clean pool!

The place was a really great location if you want to be away from thebcraziness of Patong and Kata. Near restaurants, massage and Chalong pier. The ladies in the front office negotiated some great prices for tours to Phi Phi and Similan Islands as well as a city tour for us. They also get tou a really affordable taxi to the airport.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fair for the price. Next to a busy highway that is scary to cross at all times. No safe in the rooms, but staff was friendly and it is convenient to shopping and restaurants. Staff are very helpful with arranging taxis and providing info.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gilles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The TEAM at Smile Residence Chalong is amazing. Very accommodating and I would strongly recommended for your holiday stay. Love this place
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

stefan

Apartment hotel in Chalong

Decent apartment hotel. Relatively new. Good location if you have transportation. Good value for money.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kunle

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nightmare to a long-awaited holiday!

When we arrived at the hotel, which was 2 o'clock in the morning on Sunday, no fault of the hotel there was somebody to meet us obviously to collect the money. When we was taken to the room, he told us a Immediately that the WI.Fi wasn't working. Didn't even show us how anything was in the room. But I put this down to the time. What we was told, where was that the room will be cleaned at 11 o'clock in the morning. Managed to get a bit of sleep. I found the bed extremely hard. There was 2 pillows supplie, which were cheap, an uncomfortable. Later that morning when went to ask where breakfast was been served. None of the staff spoke English accept. I got pointed to go down the road to a restaurant. Which does breakfast Off-site. This was not what had been advertised. The restaurant didn't even open till 10 o'clock and it was 8 o'clock in the morning. So we won't into the local store called the big sea. And got some bits so we could have breakfast.. Apart from not having Wi-Fi in the room at all, getting signal for the phone was virtually impossible. As I needed to switch from my normals provider to. The new eSIM I have installed on my phone. We try to make coffee. You are supplied with 2 saches, which was hot chocolate. To do this, you had to put the kettle on the floor as the cable wasn't even longer to reach the plug socket.. Anyhow when I went to the office to bring this to their attention. And wish to leave due to the problems we have encountered. I was met with hostili
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Benedikt

Ok.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

sandrine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un bonne hôtel dans l’ensemble mais un peu éloigné des principaux points d’intérêt
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Für eine Nacht ok würde aber meine Ferien nicht dort verbringen
Verified

8/10 Good

Ceren

Liked: Cleanliness
qua si trova una zona che fa spendere i turisti ma sopratutta una comunita che fa perdere il tempo
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

kiley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would ave beenq 5 star if the beds werent like boards.love this place..thanku
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jaana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfortable place, very helpful staff

During my 6 weeks in Thailand / Phuket area I stayed three times in this hotel. Chalong area is not a place you spend your holiday (no beach, for example), but connections to other parts of Phuket island are good. Smile hotel was good, clean and pretty comfortable and price / quality is really good! Staff is super nice, friendly and helpful - I recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Teah

This was my second time at Smile Residence. This time I stayed in a standard room. I'm not sure what the difference is from the room I had before as they were the same price. The room I stayed in this time for one night is quite nice, but not as nice as the other room. That being said, the room was a great value for the money. It's very close to Chalong Pier which you can see from the higher floors of the hotel. You can also see the Big Buddha to the west. The rooms are quite large and the beds are firm but comfortable. The only problem was that there was not a chair in the room. There are two patio chairs on the balcony, but no chair in the room. This is a very minor problem considering the price of the room. After 5 days on a livaboard I returned to Smile and I have one of the nicer rooms again. Really great room for the money. The room has a lot of wall outlets and a nice balcony with a sink. The shower pressure is good. The pool is super nice. The staff is very helpful and friendly. There's a laundry right next to the hotel. The hotel also offers shuttle service to and from the airport as well as car and scooter rental at the property. The reception is open 24 hours. I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KYOUNGHEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

최고 중에 최고의 레지던스..

정말 만족합니다..새벽 2시에 체크인 했는데..환한 얼굴로 맞아 주시더군요...감동이였습니다.. 최고에 감동은 체크아웃 후 비가 많이 왔는데..픽업트럭이라..케리어가 다 젖어서.. 걱정하고 있었는데..비닐 봉투랑 랩을 무상으로 주셔서 잘 해결 됬습니다...포장하는것도 도와주시구요..여행 20년차 푸켓만 20번 넘게 여행했는데...그중 최고였습니다.. 맞은편 맛집도 있고 편의점 및 맥주집도 있습니다..ㅎㅎ
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

El mejor precio y calidad excelente.

Excelente personal, siempre ayudando y siendo amable con todos.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

The room was huge and the view was nice. The bed was very firm, but that is common in this area. I could see the Big Buddha from my room. The room had a nice balcony area that overlooked the hotel pool. The pool was great. The only complaints I might have is that the lighting in the room was very stark. All lighting was overhead and there were no lamps. There were a lot of ants in the room, esp the bathroom.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mouhammad

Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mouhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Luc

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

jen

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Pyry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2024