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Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers can enjoy the best of both worlds at this vibrant getaway spot, soaking up sunshine during the day and admiring city lights after dark

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Located near the historic Jui Tui Shrine, Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel offers a rooftop pool and bar with stunning views. Relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers, enjoy free in-room WiFi, tour assistance, and 24-hour front desk service for convenience.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ₩30,527
₩36,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13

Room options

View all photos for Mixed Capsule Single

A compact room with a bed, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted light.

Mixed Capsule Single

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Mixed Capsule Double

A bunk bed room with a ladder, a suitcase, and a guitar case.

Mixed Capsule Double

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a wooden floor, and dark walls.

Private Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Dormitory - Female Only

A bunk bed room with wooden frames, a wooden floor, and curtains on the windows.

Dormitory - Female Only

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private Room with Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

Private Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and a window providing natural light.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory BUNK BED

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Dormitory - Mixed

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Capsule - Mixed

A bunk room with a sink, a mirror, and a door.

Single Capsule - Mixed

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Phuket, Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel is in the city center. Thai Hua Museum and Phuket Baba Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Shrine of the Serene Light and Jui Tui Shrine. Chinpracha House and Talad Yai Market are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Phuket travel guide
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73/1-73/2 Ratsada Road, Tambon Talat Yai, Amphoe Mueang, Phuket, 83000

What's nearby

  • A traditional building with ornate decorations and a tiled roof.
    Shrine of the Serene Light
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic building with a tiled roof and arched entrances, labeled as the Phuket Thai Hua Museum.
    Thai Hua Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Phuket Baba Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sino-Portuguese Architecture
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Talad Yai Market
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Phuket Intl. Airport (HKT)
    50 min drive

Restaurants

  • GRAPH
    3 min walk
  • Amore Mexican Tapas & Bar
    2 min walk
  • Little Phuket
    2 min walk
  • Surf & Turf by Soul Kitchen (เซิร์ฟแอนด์เทิร์ฟ บาย โซลคิทเช่น)
    3 min walk
  • Cafe Delight
    1 min walk

About this property

Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel

  • Hostel near Phuket Baba Museum
  • Located close to Sino-Portuguese Architecture and Talad Yai Market, Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel provides a rooftop terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Rooftop pool along with sun loungers
    • An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Concierge services, a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel have perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

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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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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:

  • Cash deposit: THB 100.00 per stay

We have included all 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include rooftop pools. Pool access is from 7 AM–10 PM.

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

As of Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel on Aug 12, 2026 start from ₩30,527, 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 Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel located?

Located in Old Phuket Town, this hostel is steps from Phuket Baba Museum, Sino-Portuguese Architecture, and Talad Yai Market. Shrine of the Serene Light and Chinpracha House are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Borbaboom Poshtel - Hostel Reviews

7.2

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

7.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Carla

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

N

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greet Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In het midden van de oude stad: perfect. Zwembad was niet groot ,maar voldeed zeker en vast. Misschien een klein koelkastje op de kamer? Of misschien ben ik te veeleisend voor die prijs...
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Gabrielle

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tilly

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023