The 34 contemporary, minimalist apartments at Kata Rocks are unrivaled in an area where simple, traditional hotels are the norm. Sea views from this luxurious oceanfront property are a major attraction for couples of all ages looking for a romantic retreat. The full apartments themselves are as beautiful as the views outside, with sleek Italian decor, attractive private plunge pools, and west-facing terraces with ocean views across the bay. This resort offers on-site cooking classes and a good choice of Thai and international food from the poolside restaurant, plus a spa and fitness center. Unfortunately, though, there is no direct beach access. There's not much like Kata Rocks in the area, but travelers wanting private plunge pools in a more traditional package might try the Malisa Villa Suites instead.
The 34 contemporary, minimalist apartments at Kata Rocks are unrivaled in an area where simple, traditional hotels are the norm. Sea views from this luxurious oceanfront property are a major attraction for couples of all ages looking for a romantic retreat. The full apartments themselves are as beautiful as the views outside, with sleek Italian decor, attractive private plunge pools, and west-facing terraces with ocean views across the bay. This resort offers on-site cooking classes and a good choice of Thai and international food from the poolside restaurant, plus a spa and fitness center. Unfortunately, though, there is no direct beach access. There's not much like Kata Rocks in the area, but travelers wanting private plunge pools in a more traditional package might try the Malisa Villa Suites instead.
This three-and-a-half-pearl, 206-room resort is just across from Kata Beach and makes a fine tropical getaway, with two lovely outdoor pools. These are a huge selling point, and feature ocean views and swim-up snack bars. Rooms are simply decorated, but romantic touches like built-in bathroom windows in higher-grade rooms are designed with couples in mind. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private balconies, with higher-category rooms offering views of the Andaman Sea. There's a good choice of Thai and International food from two restaurants and pool snack bars. The fitness centre has rooftop views, weights, and cardio-machines but there's no spa, which is a bummer for a hotel in this category. Travelers who'd prefer their sea views in a more secluded setting should consider the Boomerang Village Resort instead.
This three-and-a-half-pearl, 206-room resort is just across from Kata Beach and makes a fine tropical getaway, with two lovely outdoor pools. These are a huge selling point, and feature ocean views and swim-up snack bars. Rooms are simply decorated, but romantic touches like built-in bathroom windows in higher-grade rooms are designed with couples in mind. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private balconies, with higher-category rooms offering views of the Andaman Sea. There's a good choice of Thai and International food from two restaurants and pool snack bars. The fitness centre has rooftop views, weights, and cardio-machines but there's no spa, which is a bummer for a hotel in this category. Travelers who'd prefer their sea views in a more secluded setting should consider the Boomerang Village Resort instead.
This three-pearl, 21-room resort on the outskirts of Kata Town is surrounded by lush tropical gardens and makes a good choice for couples or families looking for a quiet and peaceful retreat. The resort is located on a steep hillside, which isn't ideal for certain guests, but does mean that some rooms have beautiful countryside views. Built in the style of mountain chalets, the rooms are traditionally decorated and all have a private balcony. An attractive landscaped pool area adds to the feeling of relaxation. Freebies like Wi-Fi, on-site parking, the breakfast buffet, and a round-trip shuttle bus to Kata Beach are welcome extras. Those who prefer a livelier setting and don't mind simpler rooms should try the Baan Karon Resort, which has a similar price point.
This three-pearl, 21-room resort on the outskirts of Kata Town is surrounded by lush tropical gardens and makes a good choice for couples or families looking for a quiet and peaceful retreat. The resort is located on a steep hillside, which isn't ideal for certain guests, but does mean that some rooms have beautiful countryside views. Built in the style of mountain chalets, the rooms are traditionally decorated and all have a private balcony. An attractive landscaped pool area adds to the feeling of relaxation. Freebies like Wi-Fi, on-site parking, the breakfast buffet, and a round-trip shuttle bus to Kata Beach are welcome extras. Those who prefer a livelier setting and don't mind simpler rooms should try the Baan Karon Resort, which has a similar price point.
Mom Tri's Villa Royale is an upscale boutique hotel and spa set on a headland overlooking Kata Noi beach on the southwestern side of Phuket. The hotel's 35 rooms are housed in Thai-style buildings, including the former home of Thai artist and architect Mom Tri. Rooms are decorated with Thai antiques and have private balconies with sea views; some have direct shoreline access, or access to a private pool. There is a main pool overlooking the sea, saltwater pool tucked into the hillside, and separate pool for Kata Suites. The spa offers an outdoor steam bath and full range of treatments. Mom Tri's Kitchen serves excellent Thai cuisine, the wine cellar is consistently awarded for excellence, and there are a cozy piano bar and lounge. The hotel's unique Thai design is tough to compete with, but guests wanting a more modern setting could try the nearby Foto Hotel.
Mom Tri's Villa Royale is an upscale boutique hotel and spa set on a headland overlooking Kata Noi beach on the southwestern side of Phuket. The hotel's 35 rooms are housed in Thai-style buildings, including the former home of Thai artist and architect Mom Tri. Rooms are decorated with Thai antiques and have private balconies with sea views; some have direct shoreline access, or access to a private pool. There is a main pool overlooking the sea, saltwater pool tucked into the hillside, and separate pool for Kata Suites. The spa offers an outdoor steam bath and full range of treatments. Mom Tri's Kitchen serves excellent Thai cuisine, the wine cellar is consistently awarded for excellence, and there are a cozy piano bar and lounge. The hotel's unique Thai design is tough to compete with, but guests wanting a more modern setting could try the nearby Foto Hotel.
With its thick jungle-like setting and array of elephant statues, gilded artwork, and steeply pitched rooflines, the intimate 40-room Sawasdee offers plenty of authentic Thai style. Public spaces like the front desk, the lobby, and the gardens are breathtaking with their ornate decorations. Opened in 1999, the upscale hotel is one of the most established in Kata Beach but, unfortunately, has begun to show its age. Rooms are cramped, dark, and some are showing signs of wear. Those seeking larger rooms can try the hotel's adjacent (pricier) sister property the Baray Villa or head closer to the beach and check in at the similarly priced Kata Beach Resort and Spa.
With its thick jungle-like setting and array of elephant statues, gilded artwork, and steeply pitched rooflines, the intimate 40-room Sawasdee offers plenty of authentic Thai style. Public spaces like the front desk, the lobby, and the gardens are breathtaking with their ornate decorations. Opened in 1999, the upscale hotel is one of the most established in Kata Beach but, unfortunately, has begun to show its age. Rooms are cramped, dark, and some are showing signs of wear. Those seeking larger rooms can try the hotel's adjacent (pricier) sister property the Baray Villa or head closer to the beach and check in at the similarly priced Kata Beach Resort and Spa.
The upscale Baray Villa is an enchanting oasis in Kata Beach’s bustling center, providing a fairytale setting with romantic Thai decorations and Moroccan latticework. The peaceful atmosphere is enhanced by bamboo and tropical landscaping, a pool encircled by greenery, a swim-up grotto bar, a lavishly designed spa, and a romantic restaurant. A total of 14 two-story intricately decorated villas have flat-screen TVs, hot tubs, and private pools (but sunlight is limited in villas and private pools). Most guests simply opt to sunbathe at the main pool or the beach.
The upscale Baray Villa is an enchanting oasis in Kata Beach’s bustling center, providing a fairytale setting with romantic Thai decorations and Moroccan latticework. The peaceful atmosphere is enhanced by bamboo and tropical landscaping, a pool encircled by greenery, a swim-up grotto bar, a lavishly designed spa, and a romantic restaurant. A total of 14 two-story intricately decorated villas have flat-screen TVs, hot tubs, and private pools (but sunlight is limited in villas and private pools). Most guests simply opt to sunbathe at the main pool or the beach.
Decorated in retro Thai decor, the 275-room Kata Beach Resort and Spa provides an affordable beachfront vacation for families and couples. Spacious, minimal rooms feature flat-screen TVs, balconies facing the sea, and some have access to private pools. Worn furnishings, though, detract from the beautiful seaside location. This resort offers water sports rentals, three restaurants, poolside and beachside bars, two pools, spa treatments, and supervised kids’ activities. More modern rooms are on offer at the Katathani Phuket Beach Resort, but prices may be higher, so compare rates.
Decorated in retro Thai decor, the 275-room Kata Beach Resort and Spa provides an affordable beachfront vacation for families and couples. Spacious, minimal rooms feature flat-screen TVs, balconies facing the sea, and some have access to private pools. Worn furnishings, though, detract from the beautiful seaside location. This resort offers water sports rentals, three restaurants, poolside and beachside bars, two pools, spa treatments, and supervised kids’ activities. More modern rooms are on offer at the Katathani Phuket Beach Resort, but prices may be higher, so compare rates.
Stunning and stylish, Foto Hotel's black-and-white aesthetic is a tribute to photography. And it translates beautifully to the public spaces. The striking lobby is adorned with black canopy chairs and vintage cameras. But the most dazzling feature is the rooftop infinity pool that seems to drop off into a coastal panorama. A neighboring rooftop lounge also provides the ideal spot to take in a sunset or stargaze. The hotel's 79 guest rooms continue the monochromatic theme, outfitted in gray marble and black platform beds. All have balconies, although not all those balconies have decent views. But rooms do have deep soaking tubs and free minibar drinks, nice extras for an upscale hotel at this level. There's also an airy spa and a guest lounge that gives guests a cozy spot to linger while in transit. The property's fashion-forward style appeals to young, hip guests, but there's nothing in the way of kids' facilities. Families may want to consider the Metadee Resort and Villas or the Boathouse, which also delivers the beachfront location that Foto lacks.
Stunning and stylish, Foto Hotel's black-and-white aesthetic is a tribute to photography. And it translates beautifully to the public spaces. The striking lobby is adorned with black canopy chairs and vintage cameras. But the most dazzling feature is the rooftop infinity pool that seems to drop off into a coastal panorama. A neighboring rooftop lounge also provides the ideal spot to take in a sunset or stargaze. The hotel's 79 guest rooms continue the monochromatic theme, outfitted in gray marble and black platform beds. All have balconies, although not all those balconies have decent views. But rooms do have deep soaking tubs and free minibar drinks, nice extras for an upscale hotel at this level. There's also an airy spa and a guest lounge that gives guests a cozy spot to linger while in transit. The property's fashion-forward style appeals to young, hip guests, but there's nothing in the way of kids' facilities. Families may want to consider the Metadee Resort and Villas or the Boathouse, which also delivers the beachfront location that Foto lacks.
A decidedly modern property, Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort and Spa offers upscale, family-friendly lodging. The resort's hilltop location delivers bird's-eye views of the beach and sea, but the walk up and down the steep hill may be tedious for some. Thankfully, there's plenty to occupy guests on the grounds, including two pools, a game room, a chic library, a cozy spa, a rooftop deck, and a kids' club. The hotel's 143 guest rooms are spacious and streamlined with platform beds, deep soaking tubs, and private balconies overlooking the pool or ocean. But if you're longing to stay by the beach, try the comparable Kata Beach Resort and Spa or the pricier Katathani Phuket Beach Resort.
A decidedly modern property, Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort and Spa offers upscale, family-friendly lodging. The resort's hilltop location delivers bird's-eye views of the beach and sea, but the walk up and down the steep hill may be tedious for some. Thankfully, there's plenty to occupy guests on the grounds, including two pools, a game room, a chic library, a cozy spa, a rooftop deck, and a kids' club. The hotel's 143 guest rooms are spacious and streamlined with platform beds, deep soaking tubs, and private balconies overlooking the pool or ocean. But if you're longing to stay by the beach, try the comparable Kata Beach Resort and Spa or the pricier Katathani Phuket Beach Resort.
An upscale, 77-room resort, the Metadee fronts a huge lagoon-style heated pool with a canal river that connects directly to the terraces of many of the rooms and villas. The hotel maintains a cohesive style that is airy and organic, with floors, ceilings, and furnishings crafted from glowing teak wood and textiles in neutral tones of ivory and taupe. Rooms are beautifully decorated, with spa-like bathrooms and outdoor balconies or terraces. Lush foliage and mature trees add to the oasis atmosphere, disguising the fact that the location is close to the hustle of Kata Beach Village's shops and restaurants. While not directly on the ocean, the resort provides regular shuttle service to Kata Beach. Those who must be beachfront might enjoy the Kata Beach Resort and Spa or Katathani Phuket Beach Resort.
An upscale, 77-room resort, the Metadee fronts a huge lagoon-style heated pool with a canal river that connects directly to the terraces of many of the rooms and villas. The hotel maintains a cohesive style that is airy and organic, with floors, ceilings, and furnishings crafted from glowing teak wood and textiles in neutral tones of ivory and taupe. Rooms are beautifully decorated, with spa-like bathrooms and outdoor balconies or terraces. Lush foliage and mature trees add to the oasis atmosphere, disguising the fact that the location is close to the hustle of Kata Beach Village's shops and restaurants. While not directly on the ocean, the resort provides regular shuttle service to Kata Beach. Those who must be beachfront might enjoy the Kata Beach Resort and Spa or Katathani Phuket Beach Resort.