However, several friends and family members who stayed here a few years ago all had positive things to say, so I ultimately chose this hotel. My actual experience was better and more consistent than expected
There was a faint pleasant scent upon entering, which shows the hotel puts extra effort into air quality management. Phuket's climate is inherently humid, so a slight feeling of dampness is normal
The front desk staff were friendly and patient; I didn't encounter any of the attitude problems mentioned in other reviews. The room itself didn't have any noticeable dampness or musty smells
Breakfast was decent; I think some reviews complained about the food because they weren't used to Western-style breakfasts and might have been hoping for wontons or noodles
There was Thai rice vermicelli among the hot food, which was good enough. The hotel is massive, with at least five or six pools. I only used the one in front of my room, which was great and very convenient
Overall, the hotel has a resort-like atmosphere with lush greenery and a relaxing vibe. There's a wide variety of dining options, so you can easily have all your meals on-site
The soundproofing is excellent; even though there's a kids' pool and water slide right outside, there's no noise, it's very quiet. The breakfast selection is incredibly rich
The only minor issue was that the shower drain was a bit slow. I can understand why though; being so close to the beach, I brought back quite a bit of sand after swimming, so it makes sense why it might get clogged
The family room on the seventh floor was generally good. It wasn't damp, had a nice view, and the overall cleanliness was decent, though a few small bugs are to be expected in a tropical region
Had a family holiday here for a week. The staff were amazing and spacious rooms. The swimming pool and slides were awesome to keep the kids entertained. The only negative was the buffet breakfast which was average
The resort environment is pretty good. I was a bit worried at first because I saw a lot of negative reviews, but after checking in, the air conditioning wasn't cooling well on the first night
The pools and slides are great for the kids and at the quieter times in the evening great for a late swim too
Soap is only available as liquid, and each person gets only two towels, which are worn out and not pure white. The mattress is saggy and soft
Check-in was also an issue; they were slow. We arrived at 12 PM but only got into our room at 2:30 PM. And the room wasn't cheap; we paid 13,000 rubles per night. We stayed during peak season, January 2026
An older hotel with an excellent location, close to both Kata and Karon. However, the linens were subpar, and the water quality was terrible. I'd recommend bringing your own filter shower head.
It's about a 15-minute walk to the street with cafes, but the uphill walk back to the hotel isn't comfortable. Taxis won't take you for 100 baht; you have to offer 200 baht for them to agree
The breakfasts are repetitive; there's nothing 'wow. ' The fruit selection is poor, but they do offer European bread, which isn't common in other hotels
Water pressure is weak, making it hard to wash long hair, and no conditioner is provided. On top of all that, the hotel is located on a hill
Traveling solo, I'd really recommend this hotel. Even though the facilities are a bit old, the environment is nice and the room is very spacious. I suggest everyone book their rooms through Trip
The floor-to-ceiling windows are also very comfortable. The hotel charges 249 Thai Baht per day for children's breakfast. A deposit is required upon check-in
Staff are wonderful, room was nice but basic. Cleaned daily, fresh towels and water daily. Pools are lovely but no handrails for
easy access. Lovely place but not suitable for mobile disability
The hotel's location is good, within walking distance to Kata Beach, and there are many foreign residents around
The hotel breakfast is average; I've been to Phuket many times, and for this price range, this hotel's breakfast is the worst, though it's still edible. The hotel's environment and hygiene are good, very clean
Friendly staff with good facilities. Provides beach/pool towels for your use and conveniently located at Kata area. Don’t provide toothbrush and toothpaste but you can buy them at the 7/11 nearby
Stunning rooms, a really cool pool that runs throughout the hotel, and the best breakfast we’ve ever had traveling. This place also has the nicest gym I’ve ever seen in a hotel
Love this hotel! I really love the environment — very natural and calm. The room looks a bit old, but it’s big and I like that it has a bathtub and direct pool access
None of the TV channels are in English but you’re on vacation so you should be watching tv anyways, and almost all the staff speak perfect English (a few exceptions that are still learning English)
It’s not right against Kata beach but it’s an easy walk and they offer a shuttle every day
The staff named Wee (not sure if I got the name right) was very kind and took good care of my baby. She was lovely and my baby enjoyed it so much
Gym room is well-equipped with machines. However, improvement need to be made on the housekeeping part. Our room didn’t refilled with enough towel and toothpaste. Even we made request by phone, we didn’t get new towels
We will come back again!
The only small issue was there was some sand in front of the door and on the table. Even after cleaning, it still appeared, and I’m not sure where it came from
The hotel also offers a variety of activities that are great for kids like movie night and water plays which gave us parents some much-needed downtime to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings
Noise issue: Initially, I stayed in room 1605 facing the street. I couldn't fall asleep until past 3 AM due to the noise from bars, traffic, roaring motorcycles, and crowds on the main road
The breakfast was delicious and varied daily, and the location was convenient. The towel service by the pool was excellent, and the front desk staff spoke Chinese, which made traveling with parents and children very easy
The rooms, dining, and pool were all great, and the pool's back exit leads directly to the beach. They even had movie nights, and I participated in a cardio session on the lawn with other guests
Some of the highly-rated restaurants on Dazhong Dianping might have gotten their ratings through soliciting reviews. The pizza in the annex building was excellent, and the kids' pizza-making class was a lot of fun
It's also convenient for massages and dining nearby, which is probably why there were quite a few Chinese guests
But Very nice staff and breakfest was great. Location super close to kata beach and many restaurants. 5 hour taxi drive from airport so expect a long taxi ride to hotel. There’s always traffic so 1
I enjoyed the stay here! The hotel's massive, with 2 giant swimming pools. Food options are amazing but only for breakfast. The lack of vegetarian options during lunch and dinner were so less that we had to eat elsewhere
Lovely hotel with the friendliest, most helpful staff. Good food and cocktails and a great location. We loved our stay here and would definitely return.
Nice and calm. Friendly staff, nice and affordable breakfast. Clean pools and small, but comfortable gym. Like it a lot
Very nice resort, 5 minutes from the beach. The staff is super nice and the pool is beautiful
They are very
accommodating and the pools and location are fantastic
Kata, 4/1, 4 Leam Sai Road, Kata Beach, Mueang Phuket 🧭 Map
Pool: Pool
The room is large and had a great sea view with some nice sunsets. However, the sound proofing is awful. There was a lot of noise coming from both the lobby and the pool area. The rooms really need a refurb
Unfortunately this was a common theme. We noticed a pool table in the lobby and I was excited to have a few games. The pool cues are broken, the table is awful and all the balls just end up at the sides
We also only had one towel returned to us and one day they took the bath mat and we had to ask for it back!
The breakfast was quite poor. There is no air con in the breakfast area or the lobby
We had an overall very good stay at Novotel Kata Avista. There was one unpleasant incident during our stay which I prefer not to detail here, as it was handled professionally and elegantly by the reception team
I appreciated the way the situation was managed. Food quality was good, but in my view overpriced. If I were to return, I would choose breakfast only rather than half board
We had an issue with our Accor membership and the front desk staff sorted it out after a few hours - so that was excellent. The staff are lovely and accomodating but I found we really needed to search for staff at times
With two air conditioners, the temperature was perfect at all times, and housekeeping changed our towels and cleaned every single day. They do require a €100 deposit per room, but we had no issues getting it back
The hotel itself has three swimming pools, and the reception hall is very spacious. The breakfast in the morning is also quite good. The location is also very convenient
The hotel also has a gym and a pool, which we didn’t end up using because we spent most of our time exploring Phuket, but it’s nice to have those options
The lovely receptionist even helped us with our luggage, and we had quite a lot!
The room itself exceeded our expectations: a spacious kitchen with an island, a cozy living room with a TV and couch, and a large bathroom with a huge mirror, a bathtub, and a separate shower - perfect whether you prefer a bath or a shower
We visited from November 27th to December 4th, and from the moment we arrived, we were pleasantly surprised - not only by how welcoming and polite the staff were, but also by everything the hotel offered
If you rent a scooter, getting to the beach is incredibly fast, and it's only about a ten-minute walk. The hotel is also very, very close to a street food area where the snacks are cheap and delicious
There is a lovely outdoor pool play area and pool table are under cover. Would definitely recommend this hotel
There's also a swimming pool and a music restaurant downstairs
The hotel located on a hill just a few walk to the beach and convenient store, parking is limited, pool is nice.
Thank you to everyone at the reception, in the restaurant, service at breakfast, and cleaning staff. Say hello to your drivers who are always helpful in driving us up to the room. Thank you very much to everyone
My Daughter and I stayed here for 6 nights and loved every mintue, ideal location although it does have steps up to reception and to the rooms but there is a services to be taken to your room via an vehicle
Recommended for staying near Kata beach! Very nice people working there. Room is clean and bed is huge, with an awesome view of the beac. Lots of stairs but nice workout ;)
Bathroom was like a spa bathroom, with massive bath, shower and lovely vanity. The pool is amazing and everything was very clean. Breakfast was good, your usual Thailand breakfast with a mix of western and thai options
This place is located on the main road in Kata. The rooms and swimming pool are well maintained. The breakfast buffet was decent as well. Overall, it’s a good place to stay.
The only minor inconvenience is the lack of power sockets near the bed. Toiletries are decent, and they provide extra towels for the pool or beach
Breakfast wasn’t great, room was spacious. Had fresh towels everyday. At 6am every morning you will hear sweeping/ cleaning outside your room which can wake you up.
It’s central yet quiet, which is a big plus. The rooms are clean and well-equipped, featuring big, comfy beds, a warm shower, a garden shower, and a small terrace with direct pool access
3/5
The hotel has two pools, they are clean and well-maintained, but the pool bar has been closed for a long time. No entertainment in the hotel. 3/5
Rooms are cleaned every day, even if you don’t want it
One issue is sunbeds, get down to the pool after 9am and towels left out but no one visits all day. Staff try their best to manage this but unfortunately a lot of the hotel residents were very selfish and rude
If it weren’t for the exceptional assistance and dedication of the staff — especially San and Tanu — we may not have given this a five-star rating
The hotel staff were all very nice,very polite and very attentive. The hotel is right on the beach. Rooms are large and cleaned everyday
Almost had to climb out to see the ocean, because we could only see the pool from inside
However, we were initially placed in a room with a connecting door, and unfortunately the soundproofing between these rooms was very poor. We could hear everything from our neighbours, which made it uncomfortable
★★★★★ Review of Beyond Kata
My partner and I have just returned home after spending 9 nights at Beyond Kata, and overall we had a wonderful stay
The rooms are spacious and comfortable; choosing a direct pool access room offers even more privacy. The staff are warm and attentive, the breakfast is delicious, and the spa experience is very relaxing
Great location, very good and generous breakfasts. Personal is friendly and always helpful. Nice and clean, wonderful inner yard and pool.
This hotel is perfect for a couples' getaway. The location is excellent, just a 10-minute walk to Kata Beach, and surrounded by plenty of restaurants and convenience stores
The hotel itself has a peaceful and elegant ambiance. The oversized pool is beautiful and well-maintained, and enjoying a drink by the pool in the evening is incredibly romantic
Just a 7 minutes walk from the left side of the hotel entrance will take you to the main road and a 2 minutes walk from the right side will bring you to a small night market where it is quieter, easier to find a seating place and not that hot
We love sitting there in the morning for a cup of coffee and at night when we are back from dinner/supper with a nice cold drink or beer. This will definitely help to keep guests cool during the hot months in Phuket
Really nice place to stay if visiting phuket. All the staff members are amazing, everyone very kind and they always made sure everything is ok. The hotel is at a nice location
Food is very good and very reasonable. 3 great pools, plenty of places to relax. Very easy for kids to entertain themselves. Enjoy what Centara has to offer, everything is here for you
It was a very pleasant time in this hotel. The staff is super friendly, the room was clean and there was everything we needed including mini-kitchen
Rooms are clean and the pools very well maintained
Good location near Kata night market and walking street. There are three swimming pools and hours are reasonable. The room is clean although the facilities are outdated. There are no electrical outlets near any bed side
We highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a wonderful getaway, especially if you have children. Thank you to all of the staff for making our family trip so amazing, we can’t wait to come back!
Kata, 212 Koak Tanod Rd., Kata Beach, T. Karon, Muang 🧭 Map
But i still think the structures were bit moldy, because most of the mornings my throat was sore and my wife got flu for half of the week while being there. Pool area was nice and in couple different pools in layers
Beautiful Resort and a great view with excellent customer service
Fantastic place to stay!
Beautiful and clean, not too big, lovely pool and surroundings with a great view of kata beach and the sea. Great location and close to Kata beach
The staff are exceptional, helpful and friendly and make a real effort during your stay. It is on a hill but a regular free taxi shuttle service down into Kata is great. Would recommend this hotel in Phuket
Returned to the hotel for the second time. We were here last year. I love the villa. The view there is gorgeous.
Beautiful hotel with calm and relaxed atmosphere. Very friendly and helpful staff.
The scenery is absolutely stunning. Kata Beach's sea and sand are much cleaner and more beautiful than other beaches. The private pool in our room was amazing, and even though it was a pool villa, we still had a sea view
Facilities: The attention to detail is impressive, perfect for couples. I absolutely loved the heated pool. Environment: The unobstructed sea view is incredibly beautiful
The oversized bathroom and room layout were very comfortable. There are also good restaurants and a 7-Eleven conveniently located near the hotel. My favorite spot was definitely the breakfast restaurant
Special mention to the Thai restaurant which serves delicious and instagram-able food and the private chef dinner experience at the Kissing Point which was the highlight of our stay
Would recommend 100% and would love to go back asap !
It was semi-buffet style, and the à la carte items took ages to arrive, same with coffee. They couldn't remember what we ordered and would come back to reconfirm our coffee choice. This happened twice on the same day
I stayed at three hotels in Phuket this trip: a 5500 baht per night pool villa, an 1800 baht local specialty hotel, and the SIS. Personally, I found SIS to be the best value for money and the most satisfying of the three
The hotel's service, room size, and overall environment truly justify the price of just over 1000 during peak season. The breakfast and pool, in particular, were absolutely fantastic
I loved everything: the accommodations, the service, the pool, spa and especially the breakfasts! The best hotel we've ever stayed at.
Thank you. We highly recommend this hotel.
The slope leading up to the hotel entrance is quite a trek, really works your legs. The private pool in the room was a nice touch, and the open-air restaurant was surprisingly good
The only minor inconvenience was the uphill walk back to the hotel after exploring the surrounding area, which was a bit strenuous. Also, the rooms facing the road were a little noisy
Super satisfied! Everything was fantastic except for the big slope at the entrance. They have a pool where you can sunbathe. It's a shame I only had 4 days in Phuket; I wish I could've stayed longer
The rooms with pools are amazing. The breakfasts are amazing. The best view of the Buddha and the sea.
What a great place
Pool amazing specially the one getting out of ny room
At check-in, our 16-year-old was charged as an extra adult despite being declared during booking, which was disappointing. The pool access room was nice, but the pool itself is very small—more for dipping than swimming
Sugar Palms is a beautiful hotel. A quick 5 min walk to the beach which is amazing!!! The pools are wonderful with different bed/chair options. Breakfast has an assortment of different options
Pool Access Room
The location is convenient, but our stay had several inconveniences. The slope up to the rooms is extremely steep, so we relied on the buggy service (5–10 mins wait each time)
Breakfast was 350 baht per person with limited variety. Overall, convenient location but the steep hill, extra charges, small pool, and average breakfast affected our stay
Kata, 98/196, Kata Road, Tambon Karon, Phuket 83100 🧭 Map
Pool: Pool
They then offered us another room, and we appreciate the arrangement. That said, it was very tiring to move to another room late at night after we had already unpacked our luggage
Fabulous accommodation located in Kata beach. We stayed a week and couldn't have felt more relaxed and comfortable. We were greeted by a lovely receptionist Bam who had drinks and cold towels ready for us at 7
The first room assigned to us had a very strong and strange smell. It was unbearable — like a strong chemical smell after renovation, very irritating
Located on Kata Beach Second Road, it's a bit of a walk to the beach, but the hotel service is excellent, there are plenty of dining options nearby, and the ground-floor rooms have direct pool access! It's also not far to walk to the Cliff Cafe!
Great location, and it's pretty quiet at night. The night market and beach are conveniently close. However, there was a moldy smell in the room. The pool was nice, but breakfast was just okay.
We had a very pleasent vacation in Wekata Luxury. Thanks to the receptionists for everything. Very kinde employes.
Situated in Kata Beach, 1.2 km from Kata Beach, Nonnee features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a shared lounge and a garden. The property is set 2.1 km from Karon Beach, 2.3 km from Dino Park Mini Golf and 2.