Furnished, all-inclusive, move-in-ready homes for expats, corporate assignees, DTV & LTR visa holders and families bridging a long-term move - with what's included, monthly costs by area, and how they compare with a standard condo lease.
A serviced apartment is the easiest way to land in Phuket: fully furnished, with utilities, wifi and housekeeping bundled into one monthly price, and lease terms measured in weeks rather than a year. That makes it the natural first step for corporate assignees, families on a relocation bridge, and new arrivals who want to trial an area before signing a long-term lease. Below is what serviced apartments include, what they cost by area, and how they stack up against a standard condo rental. For the lower-cost long-term route, see our Phuket rental market guide and cost-of-living guide.
West coast - Patong Beach · Studio ~THB 25,000-45,000/mo - 1-bed ~THB 35,000-70,000/mo
Phuket's busiest resort town has the island's deepest stock of serviced apartments and apartment-hotels, from mid-range aparthotels to branded residences a short walk from the beach, Bangla Road and Jungceylon. It suits shorter corporate stays, first-time arrivals who want everything on the doorstep, and anyone who values convenience and nightlife over quiet. Expect strong monthly discounts in the low season and premiums from December to February.
Best for: Short corporate stays and first arrivals who want everything walkable.
Southwest coast · Studio ~THB 22,000-40,000/mo - 1-bed ~THB 30,000-60,000/mo
The Kata and Karon belt offers a calmer, more family-friendly beach base than Patong while keeping a good choice of serviced apartments, resort residences and long-stay aparthotels. It is popular with couples, remote workers and families on a relocation bridge who want beach access, cafes and restaurants without the party scene, and it sits within easy reach of Chalong, Rawai and the south.
Best for: Couples and families who want a calmer beach base.
Northwest - Cherngtalay · 1-bed ~THB 45,000-90,000/mo - 2-bed & branded ~THB 80,000-200,000+/mo
The upscale northwest around Bang Tao, Laguna and Boat Avenue is home to Phuket's premium branded residences and luxury serviced apartments, close to beach clubs, international schools and the island's best dining. This is the natural choice for relocating executives, LTR visa families and corporate assignees who want a high-end, fully managed base near the schools and the Laguna business cluster - at the top of the island's price range.
Best for: Executives and international-school families who want luxury and schools.
Central - Old Town · Studio ~THB 15,000-30,000/mo - 1-bed ~THB 22,000-45,000/mo
Phuket Town delivers the island's best value on serviced and long-stay apartments, with a growing crop of modern aparthotels among the Sino-Portuguese shophouses, cafes, hospitals and offices. It is ideal for corporate stays tied to the town's business and government hub, remote workers who prefer culture and community to the beach, and anyone who wants a central, cost-efficient base with everyday amenities on the doorstep.
Best for: Value-focused corporate and remote-work stays near the business hub.
South Phuket · Studio ~THB 18,000-35,000/mo - 1-bed ~THB 28,000-55,000/mo
The island's southern tip is its long-stay heartland: Rawai and Nai Harn combine independent serviced apartments and aparthotels with a dense expat community, wellness and fitness scene, and some of Phuket's best rental value near quiet beaches. It suits DTV nomads, long-stay couples and retirees who want a relaxed, community-led base and are happy to rely on a scooter or car for the school run and errands.
Best for: Long-stay nomads, couples and retirees who want value and community.
Indicative ranges; rates vary by area, size, building, season and stay length. High-season (Dec-Feb) rates run well above low-season monthlies. Confirm live pricing before committing.
BAANLYY sources and manages furnished, all-inclusive stays across Phuket for individuals, families and corporate relocation clients - matching you to the right area, negotiating monthly rates, and handling the paperwork and address registration so you arrive to a home that is ready to live in. For companies, we run the common relocation workflow end to end: place an assignee in a serviced apartment for the first one to three months, then transition them into a long-term lease once they have chosen an area and school. Tell us your dates, budget and must-haves and we will shortlist options that fit.
Monthly serviced-apartment rates in Phuket typically run about THB 15,000-45,000 for a studio, THB 22,000-70,000 for a one-bedroom, and THB 45,000-120,000 for a two-bedroom or family unit, with premium branded residences in Bang Tao and Laguna reaching THB 80,000-200,000+ a month. Phuket Town and the south offer the best value, while Patong, Kata and the northwest command higher rates. Prices swing sharply with the high season (December-February) and low season, and monthly stays are far cheaper per night than nightly bookings. Always confirm current rates directly.
A serviced apartment is fully furnished and move-in ready, usually bundling electricity, water and high-speed wifi into one monthly price, plus regular housekeeping and building amenities such as a pool, gym, reception and security. Premium residences add concierge, lounges and co-working. The appeal is simplicity - no furnishing, no utility accounts to open, and flexible lease terms - which is why they suit corporate assignees, new arrivals and families bridging a longer-term move.
Choose a serviced apartment when you want flexibility and zero setup: short corporate stays, your first weeks on the island, or a trial before committing to an area. Everything is included and leases are short, but you pay more per month. Choose a long-term condo rental once you have settled on an area and want the lowest monthly cost - expect a 6-12 month lease, a two-month deposit and separate utility bills. Many expats bridge with a serviced apartment for one to three months, then sign a long-term lease.
Yes. Serviced apartments are among the easiest options for foreigners because they are designed for international guests and long-stay expats, with English-speaking management, flexible terms and minimal paperwork. You will typically need your passport and, for longer stays, may be asked about your visa. Serviced-apartment operators also handle the TM30 address registration that landlords are required to file, which is one less thing to manage on arrival.
They are one of the best tools for corporate relocation. A serviced apartment gives an assignee or family a fully managed, all-inclusive base from day one, buys time to explore areas and schools, and avoids locking into a lease or furnishing a home before the move is confirmed. HR teams and relocation managers often place staff in a serviced apartment for the first one to three months, then transition to a long-term rental - a workflow BAANLYY can manage end to end.
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