Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel

2.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, a rooftop pool, open 7 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers
Courtyard
Private Room with Shared Bathroom | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Staircase
Poolside bar

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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73/1-73/2 Ratsada Road, Tambon Talat Yai, Amphoe Mueang, Phuket, 83000
  • Place, Phuket Baba Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Phuket Weekend Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Thai Hua Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Phuket (HKT-Phuket Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Mixed Capsule Single

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Mixed Capsule Double

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Private Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Dormitory - Female Only

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Phuket

Located in Old Phuket Town, Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel is next to popular attractions like Phuket Baba Museum and Sino-Portuguese Architecture. This 7-room hostel has a bar/lounge along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Phuket Baba Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shrine of the Serene Light - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Phuket Weekend Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Talad Yai Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Thai Hua Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Phuket Intl. Airport (HKT) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Amazon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Amore Mexican Tapas & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Neighbors - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Talk Old Phuket Town - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪คุณจี๊ดยอดผัก (Khun Jeed Yod Pak) - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel

Guests staying at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Hair dryers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: THB 100.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Old Phuket Town, just steps from Phuket Weekend Market and Phuket Baba Museum, and within a short walk of Limelight Avenue Phuket. You'll also find Patong Go-Kart Speedway and Phuket Offroad Fun Park and Shrine of the Serene Light less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel on Apr 26, 2026 start from $17, including 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 there parking available at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel feature a casino?

No, Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7 AM and 10 PM.

Is Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some rooms include a city view and a rainfall showerhead.

Are there hot tubs at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel is Phuket Intl. Airport (HKT), which is 19.9 mi away (50 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel that offer a balcony.

Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tilly

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Carla, Kamloops BC

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sadly the floors are not washed well. Same drop of blood was there after 5 days when I left. Never smelled cleaners or disinfectant...just seen dirty mop and reused rags. The mould in the showers is NASTY. The young fellas do an ok job with what they have but they need to invest in some thorough time to clean...disenfect. The pool as well...😬.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good location in Phuket Town. Right by some nices cafes, restaurants and bars. Private room was a good size but poor lighting and cold showers. There was also a lot of construction work going on starting at 7am which was not ideal. The rooftop pool was fantastic however.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Gabrielle, NYC, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I had a lot of trouble with the staff. When I checked in she said she didn’t have my reservation & she asked me to pay for my room again. I explained I had already payed for the room and I showed her my reservation on my Expedia app & she said she couldn’t find it &I should pay again. Then she asked me for a key deposit which was fine but I wanted a receipt when giving cash. I bought everything on Expedia and I had no trouble anywhere else I stayed getting receipts. Ultimately she refused to give me a receipt. I used google translate to make sure she understood what I was asking and I was still denied one. Then I asked another young lady behind the desk if I could use their landline to call and get a pick up time for my day trip. She seemed helpful but she told me the wrong pickup time. Luckily I was waiting downstairs 20 min early so I didn’t miss my bus. I asked if I could leave my bag there until 3p as I had schedule a snorkeling trip for the day and they said I could leave it in the lobby sitting in the corner near the front door. And to me this didn’t sound safe. I would say if you’re backpacking just skip Borbaboom. It’s not worth the trouble. I ended up getting a room around the corner at Feel Good Hostel and they were incredible. She allowed me to shower and held my bag in a locker until 4pm. She even ended up driving me to the bus station. If i had to do it again I’d stay at Feel Good Hostel instead. Feel Good hostel was beyond superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Best hostel I've ever stayed in

I would give Borbaboom 10 stars if I could. Probably the best hostel I've ever stayed at and the owners are working on making it even better. Pool on the roof is amazing, especially in the early evening. Everything about the hostel screams quality. Staff are super friendly. I stayed in a 'pod' for most of my stay which was great for some privacy. I planned to stay 1 night but as I liked the hostel and Old Phuket Town so much I stayed for 5 nights. If i was to make one suggestion it would be to have soap/shampoo dispensers in the showers. The hostel set up a water station outside for the Songkran festival and soaking passers by was one of the highlights of my trip! P.s. best pool table I have found in Thailand so far.

8/10 Good

N, Singapore

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

Overall, good.

Staff was polite. Capsule size was adequate. Can afford to have more cloth hangers in the capsule. There’s a small cupboard for you to lock impt belongings in. Small ventilator in capsule makes it stuffy at times. Washer and dryer available for 20 and 10b respectively. Capsule was a bit sandy. Female toilet no toilet paper during the entire 3 nights stay. Cleanliness can be improved but still adequate. Location was good, great restaurant named Kunjeed Radnayodpak Noodle Fish on the street behind.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018