Those looking for budget accommodation will be cheered by the arrival of the super-cheap Tune Hotel (www.tunehotels.com) in the north of Patong, close to the Ibis Hotel. Known for its pay-only-what-you-need policy, Tune’s rates start from B400 per night for a room only, with further comforts available at additional charges, such as a towel and toiletries kit (B120), 24-hour cable TV (B120), Wi-Fi internet (B50/12hrs, B80/24hrs) and air-conditioning (B140/12hrs, B230/24hrs).