I have come on sandbox. Just finished my 14 days. Fantastic catching up with friends and supporting locals. Now moved hotels. Totally free and a moth to help and enjoy empty beaches. Paperwork hassle but worth it.
I paid 900 a night in Phuket Town for biggest room they had including kitchenette. Finished14 days on Sunday and booked 2 bedroom suit in beach hotel for 969 a night. Plenty of good quality bargains