Tailor Near Bangla Road: A Walking Guide from Your Hotel

Our shop at 237/7 OTOP Shopping Paradise is a 7-minute walk from the Bangla Road entrance. If you’re staying in any Patong Beach hotel along Thaweewong, Prachanukroh, or Hemaraj Road, you can walk to us in under 15 minutes. Here’s the route, with landmarks you’ll recognise.

Starting point: Bangla Road entrance at the beach

Stand at the start of Bangla Road where it meets Thaweewong Road, the street that runs along the beach. You’re facing inland (east), with the ocean behind you.

Walking time: 7 minutes from this point.

Step 1, walk up Bangla Road (3 minutes)

Walk straight east along Bangla Road, past the bar street that Patong is famous for. You’ll pass:

  • Jungceylon Mall entrance on your left after about 2 minutes. This is a useful landmark, if you’ve gone past Jungceylon and you’re still on Bangla, you’ve gone too far.
  • Traffic lights at Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road. This is where Bangla ends.

Turn left at the traffic lights onto Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road.

Step 2, walk north on Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road (4 minutes)

You’re now on the main commercial road that runs parallel to the beach, one block inland. On your right as you walk north, you’ll see:

  • 7-Eleven and local coffee shops for about 200 metres.
  • Big C Patong supermarket on your left.
  • OTOP Shopping Paradise, a two-story retail complex on your right, about 400 metres up from Bangla.

We’re at 237/7, Unit 101, front-left of the OTOP building, visible from the street. Look for the “New David Jone Fashion” sign in gold lettering.

Alternative routes

From south Patong (Kalim direction)

If you’re staying near Kalim Bay or Kata Beach side of Patong, take a tuk-tuk or short taxi ride to Bangla Road. Walking is possible but 25+ minutes.

From Soi Saen Sabai or Soi Bangla backstreets

These run parallel to Bangla. Exit onto Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road and walk north, same endpoint.

From Hemaraj Road (north Patong)

Come south on Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road. OTOP is on your left after you pass the police station.

Things to eat on the walk

If you’re making a morning visit, stop for:

  • Patong Bakery on Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road, good coffee and croissants.
  • Roti Bank at the Bangla corner, thin crispy roti with banana.
  • 7-Eleven toastie, the Thai tourist classic.

For lunch after fitting:

  • Savoey Seafood (5-minute walk from OTOP), reliable Thai seafood.
  • No. 6 Restaurant (7-minute walk), local favourite, sit outside.
  • Joe’s Cafe, Western breakfast, good if you need AC and wifi.

Accessibility

The walk is entirely on paved sidewalk. Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road has wide pavements and the OTOP entrance is step-free with ramp access. Wheelchairs and strollers fit comfortably.

If walking isn’t practical, a tuk-tuk from Bangla to OTOP is THB 200 (standard tourist fare). A regular taxi is THB 150-200 metered. Grab app works well in Patong and is often cheaper.

What to bring to your visit

  • Reference photos of suits you like (saved on your phone).
  • The shoes you’ll wear with the suit.
  • A fitted shirt if you own one.
  • A companion if possible, a second pair of eyes is useful at fittings.
  • Cash or card for the 50% deposit (THB or major currencies accepted).

Our shop hours

Every day, including Sunday: 11:00-23:00. Our Google listing always carries the current hours.

Best times to visit for an unhurried experience:

  • Early afternoon 11:00-13:00 (quietest).
  • After 19:00 (locals pick up finished suits; energetic atmosphere).

Busiest:

  • 14:00-17:00 during high season (November to March).

Landmarks around the shop

Once you arrive at OTOP Shopping Paradise, orient yourself:

  • David Jone Fashion, main entrance, left corner, street-facing.
  • Patong Food Park, food court in the same building, 2nd floor.
  • Thai massage shops, 3 different ones in OTOP if you want a post-fitting relax.
  • Souvenir stalls, on the ground floor, useful for gifts.
  • ATMs, Kasikorn Bank ATM inside OTOP, Bangkok Bank across the street.

If you get lost

Call +66 81 607 7255 or WhatsApp us. We’ll send our exact Google Maps pin. If you’re already on Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road, any local can point you to OTOP Shopping Paradise, it’s a recognised landmark.

After your visit

If you have time between fittings, Patong offers:

  • Beach time, 7 minutes back to Patong Beach.
  • Elephant Sanctuary tours, bookable from shops near OTOP.
  • Big Buddha viewpoint, 30-minute tuk-tuk each way.
  • Old Phuket Town, 20 minutes by taxi, genuinely beautiful architecture.
  • Muay Thai match, Bangla Boxing Stadium, tickets from our shop if interested.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is David Jone from Patong Beach?
7 minutes walk, straight up Bangla Road to Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee, then left for 400 metres. Around 600 metres total.
Is David Jone walking distance from Jungceylon?
Yes, 5 minutes. Jungceylon is between the beach and our shop on the Bangla route.
Can I get a tuk-tuk to the shop?
Yes. Ask for “OTOP Shopping Paradise, Rat-U-Thit Road.” Standard fare from anywhere in Patong is THB 100-200.
Is there parking near the shop?
Yes, OTOP has a small parking area behind the building (free for customers). If full, street parking on side sois is common.
Are you near Big C or 7-Eleven?
Big C is directly across from OTOP; there are multiple 7-Elevens within 2 minutes of our shop.
What's the closest hotel to David Jone Fashion?
Duangjitt Resort & Spa is the closest mid-range hotel (2-minute walk). For luxury, Courtyard by Marriott and Amari Phuket are about 8-10 minutes away.

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