Sleep edit

Kata Yai edit

  • 2 CC's Hideaway (CC Blooms), 84/21 Patak Road Soi 10, Tambon Karon, ☏ +66 76 333 222, . Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. 42-room hotel nestled in the hills of Kata overlooking the Andaman Sea. Has breathtaking views and modern accommodations infused with traditional and authentic Thai furnishings. (updated Oct 2015)
  • Peach Hill Hotel, 13 Karon Rd. On a small hill between Karon and Kata Yai beaches, 400 m from Kata Yai Beach. 
  • Rico's (on the main Kata Rd, big sign is hard to miss). Clean, mid-range hotel. Rooms are all ground floor, and surround the pool. Bathrooms are tiny, but clean. Free Internet in the lobby.1,500 baht. 

Kata Noi edit

Budget edit

Go directly to Karon, Kata, or Kata Noi beaches and have a look around. If you prefer more of a party atmosphere, go to Patong. Along the south end of Kata Beach there are many bungalows with lovely views overlooking the sea. Prices range from 200-1,000 baht per day depending on your requirements.

Similar establishments in the area are the Da Bungalows (ask for Mr Da), Coolbreeze, Friendship and Flamingo bungalows. If you prefer a quieter area, go for Kata Noi and look for Tap Kaew Bungalows at the end of the street on the hillside overlooking Kata Noi Beach.

Mid-range edit

  • Kata Noi Club Bungalow (กะตะน้อย คลับ บังกะโล), 3/25 Patak Rd, ☏ +66 76 330194, +66 76 284025. 20 rooms.450-1,000 baht. 
  • Kata Rock Inn Seaview. Air-con rooms with bath and toilet en suite, hot water, refrigerator, satellite TV, daily cleaning services, stunning views, and 2 minutes from the beach. Excellent value for money.800+ baht. 

Splurge edit