Lub Sbuy Hostel

183/79-80 Phang-nga Road, Taladyai, Muang, 83000 Phuket Town, Thailand·View on map

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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 11:30
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Lub Sbuy Hostel is a 2-star hostel in Phuket Town, with air-conditioned private rooms and beds in mixed dormitories. The adults-only property suits travellers who want a choice of private accommodation or a shared room close to the town's bus links. Room options include double and twin layouts, a triple room with futon mats, and bunk beds in mixed dormitories. Some rooms have balconies, terraces and city views, while several categories are explicitly windowless; private bathrooms are available in some rooms and shared facilities in others.

Facilities include a terrace and shared lounge, a minimarket, tour desk, luggage storage and car hire. Free private parking is available on site, and WiFi is free throughout. The front desk is open around the clock, with daily housekeeping and security. Phuket Bus Terminal 1 is 100 m away, and Thalang Road, the historic Old Town street, is 800 m from the hostel.

Rooms

6 room types · 15–25 m²

Lub Sbuy Hostel has private double and twin rooms as well as beds in mixed dormitories and a triple room. Room sizes range from 15 to 25 m². The Standard Double Room has a balcony, terrace and city views; dormitory options also include balcony or terrace access and city views, depending on the type. Private rooms have their own bathroom, while the mixed dormitories and Triple Room use shared bathroom facilities.

Several room categories have no windows: the Triple Room and the Standard Twin and Double Rooms marked “No window”. The 25 m² Standard Double Room is the only double category with a balcony and city view; a 22 m² double room offers a private bathroom but no window. Dormitory inventory includes a bunk bed in a four-adult mixed room and a bunk bed in a six-bed mixed room. The Triple Room accommodates three on futon mats; other private rooms provide a large bed or two single beds.

Standard Double Room — Lub Sbuy Hostel

Standard Double Room

25 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
BalconyCity viewTerrace

At 25 m², the Standard Double Room is the larger private double option, with a balcony and city views alongside a terrace. It has air conditioning and a private bathroom, while the room details also include a safety deposit box. A desk and refrigerator are among its additional facilities.

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Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (4 Adults) — Lub Sbuy Hostel

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (4 Adults)

15 m² Max. 1 guests 1 Bunk bed
BalconyCity viewAir conditioning

This 15 m² bunk in a four-adult mixed dormitory has a balcony, terrace and city views, distinguishing it from the windowless Triple Room. It is air-conditioned and uses shared bathroom facilities. The room is on an upper floor accessible by stairs only, and includes a drying rack and wardrobe.

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Triple Room — Lub Sbuy Hostel

Triple Room

15 m² Max. 3 guests 3 Futon Mat
Air conditioningTile/marble floorDrying rack for clothing

The 15 m² Triple Room accommodates up to three using three futon mats rather than conventional beds. It has no windows and shares bathroom facilities. Air conditioning, a tiled floor and a drying rack are among its practical features; the upper floors are accessible by stairs only.

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Standard Twin Room - No window — Lub Sbuy Hostel

Standard Twin Room - No window

25 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
Private bathroomWalk-in showerRefrigerator

At 25 m², this twin room has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and hairdryer, unlike the dormitory choices. It is the larger of the two windowless private rooms. Air conditioning, a desk and a refrigerator are among its facilities, and it has two single beds.

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Lub Sbuy Hostel

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

15 m² Max. 1 guests 1 Bunk bed
TerraceCity viewBalcony

This bunk is in a six-bed mixed dormitory and has a 15 m² room area. A terrace, balcony and city views distinguish it from the four-adult dormitory option. Bathroom facilities are shared and include a walk-in shower, bidet and hairdryer; the room also has air conditioning.

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Standard Double Room - No Window — Lub Sbuy Hostel

Standard Double Room - No Window

22 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Private bathroomWalk-in showerHairdryer

Unlike the 25 m² Standard Double Room with a balcony, this 22 m² double room has no window. It has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and hairdryer, plus air conditioning. A desk and refrigerator are among the room facilities, and it has one large bed.

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Facilities

36 facilities
Parking
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Adults only
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Tour desk
Shower
Private parking
Parking garage

Lub Sbuy Hostel pairs guest services with several shared spaces. Free private parking is available on site without reservation, and WiFi is free throughout the property. There is a terrace and a shared lounge/TV area, along with a minimarket on site. A tour desk, car hire and public transport tickets support local arrangements; luggage storage is available, and reception is staffed 24 hours a day. Daily housekeeping is provided, with laundry and ironing services also available.

Security provisions include 24-hour security, key-card and key access, an alarm, and CCTV in both common areas and outside. Guests can use a safety deposit box, and fax and photocopying services are available. Live sports events are broadcast in the lounge. Air conditioning, hypoallergenic rooms, a designated smoking area, non-smoking rooms, and upper floors accessible only by stairs are also among the facilities.

General

  • Terrace
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Public transport tickets
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Ironing service
  • 24-hour security
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Car hire
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Allergy-free room

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Cleaning products
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Media & technology

  • Internet services

Parking

  • Parking garage

Lub Sbuy Hostel stands on Phang-nga Road in Phuket Town, among the shops, food businesses and transport links of the provincial capital. Phuket Bus Terminal 1 is 100 m away. The Clock tower and King Rama 9 Park are each 600 m from the hostel, while Thalang Road is 800 m away. Thalang Road and nearby Dibuk Street are known for Phuket's Sino-Portuguese shophouses, which give the historic centre its characteristic streetscape. The Clock tower is a town landmark, and King Rama 9 Park provides public green space.

Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3.8 km away, and Phuket International Airport is 26.2 km from the hostel. Free private parking is available on site, with no reservation required. The hostel also offers car hire and public transport tickets; luggage storage is available for arrivals or departures. Let the hostel know your expected arrival time in advance, as requested for check-in.

Phuket Trickeye Museum and the Philatelic museum, both 450 m away, offer different indoor stops; Peranakan Museum is 650 m away. Thalang Road and the Lard Yai Sunday Night Market are each 800 m away. The shophouses along Thalang and Dibuk reflect Phuket's Sino-Portuguese past, while the Sunday market brings food and stalls to the Old Town streets. Talad Kaset, 600 m away, is another market near the hostel.

  • Phuket Bus Terminal 1
    Intercity buses stop close to the hostel on the town's main transit network.
    100 m
  • Phuket Trickeye Museum
    An interactive museum with optical illusions and photo-friendly art installations.
    450 m
  • Talad Kaset
    A local market for browsing stalls and sampling everyday Thai food.
    600 m
  • Peranakan Museum
    Exhibits explore the local Peranakan community and Phuket's cultural heritage.
    650 m
  • Thalang Road
    Historic street lined with colourful Sino-Portuguese shophouses and independent businesses.
    800 m
  • Lard Yai Sunday Night Market
    A Sunday evening street market with food stalls and local crafts.
    800 m

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you are travelling as an adult: the hostel is adults-only.
  • ✓you want to stay close to bus transport: Phuket Bus Terminal 1 is 100 m away.
  • ✓you prefer a choice of accommodation, with private rooms, a triple room and mixed dormitory beds.
  • ✓you are arriving by car: free private parking is available on site without a reservation.
  • ✓you value shared spaces and practical services, including a terrace, lounge, tour desk and minimarket.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need a private bathroom in every room: the dormitories and Triple Room use shared facilities.
  • ✕you require a window in your room: the Triple Room and two named Standard room types have no windows.
  • ✕you cannot use stairs: upper floors are accessible by stairs only.
  • ✕you are sensitive to firm mattresses or uncomfortable pillows, which some guests have reported.

What guests say

635 verified reviews
8.0

Guests often value the short walk to Phuket Old Town and the bus terminal, and also praise tidy spaces and a friendly, helpful team. Some report very firm mattresses and uncomfortable pillows; bathroom feedback is mixed, including comments about odours, mould and water pressure.

Free WiFi10.0
Staff8.9
Location8.8
Value for money8.5
Cleanliness8.3
Comfort8.3
Facilities8.0

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Lub Sbuy Hostel cost?

Rates at Lub Sbuy Hostel vary by season, room category and dates. To see the current amount for your stay, view available rates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Lub Sbuy Hostel?

Lub Sbuy Hostel is on Phang-nga Road, close to Phuket Bus Terminal 1, which is 100 m away. You can walk the final stretch from the terminal; Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3.8 km away. Free private parking is available on site without reservation. Check-in starts at 14:00, and you should tell the hostel your expected arrival time in advance.

What is near Lub Sbuy Hostel?

Phuket Bus Terminal 1 is 100 m away, and Phuket Trickeye Museum is 450 m from Lub Sbuy Hostel. Talad Kaset is 600 m away; Peranakan Museum is 650 m away. Thalang Road and the Lard Yai Sunday Night Market are each 800 m away, among the historic streets and market stops of Phuket Old Town.

What room types does Lub Sbuy Hostel offer?

Lub Sbuy Hostel has private Standard Double and Twin rooms, a Triple Room, and bunk beds in mixed dormitories. Some categories have balconies and city views; the Standard Twin, one Standard Double and the Triple Room are named as windowless options.

Are bathrooms private in every room at Lub Sbuy Hostel?

Lub Sbuy Hostel has private bathrooms in the Standard Double and Twin rooms, while both mixed dormitory options and the Triple Room use shared facilities. The room range therefore includes both private and shared bathroom arrangements.

What are the check-in requirements at Lub Sbuy Hostel?

Check-in at Lub Sbuy Hostel starts at 14:00. You must show photo identification and a credit card, and the hostel asks you to provide your expected arrival time in advance.

Can guests under 18 stay at Lub Sbuy Hostel?

Guests under 18 can check in at Lub Sbuy Hostel only with a parent or official guardian. The property is adults-only, so under-18 travellers need to meet that stated check-in condition.

Is payment required before arrival at Lub Sbuy Hostel?

Lub Sbuy Hostel requires payment by bank transfer before arrival and will send the payment instructions after booking. A rental agreement must also be signed and returned before arrival.

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