Dusit Princess Phatthalung — A Newly Opened Dusit Hotel in the Heart of Phatthalung
Phatthalung has only recently started offering 4-star hotels, and Dusit Princess Phatthalung raised the bar for the town the moment it opened in 2024 · Part of the Dusit Thani group, it sits on Manora Road in the centre of town — modern and spotless, with an outdoor pool, a restaurant, a breakfast buffet guests keep mentioning, and free parking · Rooms start from about THB 1,700/night for a Superior, up to pool-view rooms and suites.
Dusit Princess Phatthalung opened in 2024 on Manora Road, Khuha Sawan, in Mueang Phatthalung — the first Dusit Thani-group hotel in the province and one of only a handful of 4-star stays in town · It's right in the centre, easy to reach, near the Shadow Puppet Gallery, Wat Khuha Sawan and Khao Ok Thalu, the rocky landmark of Phatthalung · People here for work, or breaking a journey before heading on to Thale Noi and Songkhla Lake, tend to use it as a base.
The hotel has 132 rooms with a modern Scandinavian-style design in bright, clean tones — the thing guests praise most is how new and spotless the rooms feel · There are several categories, from a standard Superior, to a Superior Pool View with a balcony overlooking the pool, to a 34 sq m Superior Pool Access where you can step straight from your room into the water · Suites run 68–79 sq m for families or anyone wanting more space. Every room has a private balcony, air conditioning, a TV and a work desk, with comfortable beds to Dusit-group standards.
"Spotlessly clean, beautifully designed, the staff looked after us so well, lovely pool and a tasty breakfast — the best place we've found in Phatthalung."
The outdoor pool is another guest favourite, with both an adult pool and a children's pool in a leafy setting that's lovely in the evening · The restaurant and breakfast buffet are frequently praised in reviews, with a good spread of Thai and southern Thai dishes — many say breakfast is better than expected for a provincial hotel · There's a spa to unwind in and meeting rooms for seminars, making it a popular choice for training sessions and functions in the province too.
Service is something guests mention again and again — the staff are friendly, attentive and trained to Dusit-group standards · Many international visitors write that the team is lovely and helpful, giving the warm feel of a big-city hotel even in a small town like Phatthalung · There's free on-site parking, which matters a lot if you're driving yourself.
The honest caveats — there's no gym yet, which some reviews note · Part of the walkway from the lobby to the rooms isn't covered, so it's less convenient in rain or strong sun · A few guests found the pool water a little cool in the afternoon, and Western breakfast options are limited · These are minor points that don't really dent the overall picture, but worth knowing before you book.
In short, Dusit Princess Phatthalung suits anyone wanting a new, clean, well-run hotel in the heart of Phatthalung town · An overall score of about 9.2 from real reviews across platforms shows it's a top choice in town · Book a pool-view room and don't mind the lack of a gym, and most guests leave impressed and call it good value.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ New hotel, spotless rooms, beautiful modern design
- ✓ Friendly staff and excellent service
- ✓ Lovely pool and a tasty breakfast buffet
- ✓ Central location with free parking
- ! No gym yet
- ! Part of the walkway isn't covered
- ! Limited Western breakfast options
- ✓ Brand-new, clean, bright rooms
- ✓ Well-trained team to Dusit-group standards
- ✓ Near the Shadow Puppet Gallery and Khao Ok Thalu
- ✓ Good hotel restaurant with southern Thai dishes
- ! Restaurant service can be slow when busy
- ! Pool water a little cool in the afternoon
- ! Phatthalung town is fairly quiet at night
- 💡If you genuinely want a pool view — be sure to book a Pool View or Pool Access room → standard Superiors are cheaper but don't overlook the pool.
- 💡If you work out regularly — there's no gym here yet → plan to run outdoors or pick another stay if it matters, though almost everything else gets praise.
- 💡If you come on a weekend or during a seminar — rooms fill fast as it's the town's flagship hotel → book ahead and pick a free-cancellation rate.