Charmless but central
Before the tsunami, PP Charlie was a popular spot with about 30 bungalows right on the water.
They were all destroyed and subsequently PP Charlie combined with PP Princess to offer hotel-style accommodation in two buildings set back about 50 metres from the beach. While the rooms have little character, the buildings are set in an attractive, large leafy-green area with many flowers in bloom, and the old elevated pool at the beach is still going strong. Nearly 10 years on, they’ve finally ventured back to the beach and built a collection of bamboo bungalows set in rows just back from the sand. Clearly these are a hit, since all the huts were completely booked up during our low-season visit and we were unable to take a peek inside. Also, we were told, in August 2014, that high-season (November to April) rates for these newly-built huts were still under consideration. The staff warned us that the huts are "very loud" at night from the nearby bars, so you might want to go for the concrete rooms if you’re hoping for a decent sleep. The reception area is hectic and not a great intro for those seeking a relaxing beach holiday, but once you manage to grab the staff’s attention they’re friendly enough. Rates include breakfast.
Address: Ao Lo Dalam
T: (075) 601 166; F: (075) 601 167
Email: info@ppcharlie.com
Web: http://www.ppcharlie.com
Coordinates (for GPS): 98º46'22.44" E, 7º44'26.16" N
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Room rates: 1,500B to 4,000B
What we were quoted as a walk-in.
| Bungalow fan private bathroom High season price estimate only. | 850 baht | 1,700 baht |
| Standard double room | 1,900 baht | 2,300 baht |
| Superior double room | 2,600 baht | 3,100 baht |
Reviewed by
Lana Willocks
Lana Willocks is a freelance writer from Canada based in Phuket. Her love affair with Thailand began on a university exchange programme in Bangkok, then she returned to Phuket on the auspicious date of 9-9-1999 and never left.