Is Phuket Expensive?

Is Phuket expensive to visit?

Phuket is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $105. Compared to the rest of Asia, it is a somewhat more expensive place to visit. It's ranked in the top 25% of cities in Asia for its overall travel costs, comparable to places like Penang and Sendai.

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How expensive is Phuket?

The average cost of traveling to Phuket can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $105 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Phuket here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Phuket?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Phuket will cost around $314 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $629.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Phuket?

On average, a one week trip to Phuket costs about $733 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,467.

Phuket's Big Buddha Statue

Is it expensive to backpack in Phuket?

Phuket is a popular backpacker destination with more than 60 hostels. Dorm beds in hostels cost, on average, $12 per night. (See hostel prices in Phuket here.) You'll find quite a range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $42 and the cheapest around $1 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Phuket.

• $15 for a dorm bed at Lub d Phuket Patong
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• $13 for a dorm bed at BearPacker Patong Hostel
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• $13 for a dorm bed at The Luna Hostel Phuket Airport
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Are hotels expensive in Phuket?

Considering our analysis of hotel prices in Phuket, it becomes apparent that they are fairly even and moderately priced in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, you can expect to spend around $44 per night for a hotel room. The city is home to approximately 81 five-star hotels, presenting an average rate of $221 per night. For a balanced choice catering to both comfort and cost-effectiveness, three-star hotels provide an average rate of $45 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more budget-friendly alternative at $20 per night.

Phuket, Thailand

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Phuket?

Activities and things to do in Phuket can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $42 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $18.

• John Gray’s James Bond Island Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking: $99
• Small Group Phi Phi Islands Sunrise Tour with Seaview Lunch: $119
• Private local city tour with english speaking driver : $89
• Phang Nga Bay Island Boat Tour By Speedboat By Phuket Sail Tours: $122
• Phuket: Full-Day Canoeing Tour by John Gray's Cave in Phang Nga Bay: $125
• Phuket Private Local Guide Customized Sightseeing Tour (8 hrs): $163
• Phuket Coral Island Private Snorkeling Adventure All Inclusive: $262
• The Phuket Rites of Passage Eco Adventure: $67

Is food expensive in Phuket?

Food in Phuket can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $22 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $17. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Blue Elephant Thai Cooking Class with Market Tour in Phuket: $114
• Vegetarian Organic Thai Cooking Class and Market Tour in Phuket: $52
• Nang Yam Thai Cooking Experience Full Day Tour, Museum & Samet Nangshe Viewpoint: $106
• Phuket Cooking Class Thai activity: $55
• Full-Day Phuket Easy Thai Cooking: $97
• Baba Tastes Phuket Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59

Is transportation expensive in Phuket?

The prices of local transportation in Phuket can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $11 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $12. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

Phuket Beaches

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.