Phuket Kata Beach

Phuket Kata Beach, Phuket, Thailand

Kata Bay is just a few minutes south of Karon Beach, the resort has a lively but not over the top nightlife, a good selection of restaurants and an impressive stretch of white sandy beach.

Phuket Kata Beach

The Kata Beach is 1.5km of sandy beach fringed with palms and is one of the most popular beaches on the island. Sunbeds and umbrellas are available to hire the whole length of the beach, while the southern end sees more shops and restaurants.

Activities available on the beach include parasailing, windsurfing, kayaks, hobie cats and the ever present Thai masseuse. At the north end of the beach there is a small island and reef making a good spot for snorkelling.

The local sunbed vendors also serve food and drinks providing a great excuse to stay put for a little longer. For the restless there's a selection of restaurants offering fresh seafood and Thai cuisine.

From November to April the water is clear, calm and tranquil, while May to October can at times see large waves and is a popular spot with surfers, during this time it's important to take note if the red flag is flying.

Read more about: Things to do in Phuket | Out and about | Phuket Kata Beach Reviews

Phuket Kata Beach Hotels (26)

Set in landscaped gardens, this friendly hotel combines simple yet comfortable accommodation and makes a peaceful location for a relaxing holiday....

The resort's natural setting and high standard of accommodation makes the ideal destination for a relaxing beach holiday with plenty of activities as well as a Spa....

The Aspasia Phuket Hotel is a stylish boutique resort offering contemporary accommodation and an array of facilities in a beach-side location....

This small award winning Thai "village" is renown as one of the most beautiful resorts in Thailand and combines luxurious accommodation with excellent service and makes the perfect retreat f...

English-style boutique hotel combining modern accommodation and a great location close to the beach; perfect for those who like to blend a relaxing beach holiday with Phuket's lively nightlife....

Small, luxurious boutique hotel set directly on a privately serviced beach and offering a sophisticated and intimate atmosphere as well as an fine dining restaurant and award winning wine cellar....

Set in lush tropical gardens and combining traditional Thai and comtemporary style accommodation with excellent service and a good range of facilities; perfect for a relaxing holiday....

A beautiful secluded garden paradise offering spacious surroundings and stunning views over Kata Beach; perfect for honeymooners and those looking for a peaceful and relaxing holiday....

Perfect for families and couples looking for a good hideaway retreat, this hotel offers a great range of facilities and a excellent location for exploring the surrounding beaches and towns....

Enjoying a central location, the Chanalai Romantica Resort is just a short walk from the beach and the shopping plaza in Kata, Phuket....

Offering good value for money, the Ibis hotel is situated just a short walk from Kata beach and provides a comfortable base for a relaxing stay....

This well situated hotel makes the most of its beachside location with many facilities focused around or near the beach and would suit families and couples looking for a relaxing holiday with good Spa...

Perfect for making guests feel at home, this warm and friendly resort offers comfortable accommodation and a good range of facilities close to the beach and local amenities....

Set amongst tropical gardens, this family orientated resort hotel and Spa offers excellent facilities and modern Thai styled accommodation and makes the perfect choice for those who are looking for an...

This friendly hotel offers modern accommodation and a relaxing pool area, all set close to the beach and local amenities. A great all-round hotel with traditional Thai touches....

The Katathani Phuket Beach Resort Hotel is situated on the sandy beach of Kata Noi Bay and features a beachfront spa and six swimming pools....

Unique five star club resort offering outstanding accommodation and excellent facilities making this a great retreat for couples or those looking for that once-in-a-lifetime holiday....

The Mom Tri's Villa Royale Hotel is situated overlooking the Andaman Sea and offers 27 villa suites in a contemporary Thai style ...

Situated just a short walk from the Kata Beach, this resort style hotel offers a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere coupled with comfortable and well equipped guest rooms....

With its stunning views and beautiful outlook, this hotel offers elegant and modern accommodation and makes the ideal choice for those looking for a truly relaxing beach holiday....

New modern resort offering excellent service and a good range of facilities ensuring all travellers have a relaxing and fun filled holiday close to the beach....

With its warm hospitality and excellent service, this resort will appeal to families and honeymooners looking for a relaxing holiday close to all the local amenities....

Renown as one of the most beautiful resorts in Thailand, this boutique hotel offers unique design and traditional style and makes a relaxing and tranquil setting for any holidaymaker....

Offering stylish modern comfort, this luxury boutique hotel combines suave simplicity with effortless sophistication and is perfect for those looking for a upmarket hotel with relaxing facilities as w...

Sugar Marina Resort Nautical is a boutique hotel with contemporary nautical theming, nestled amid lush greenery and just 5 minutes walk from Kata Beach...

For those looking for modern and minimalist design combined with a fantastic area to relax by the pool or to enjoy a treatment at the Spa, then this hotel is the perfect choice for you!...

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Things to do in Phuket

There's no shortage of entertainment options on the island of Phuket for both night and day; day trips, boat trips, scenic spots, temples (wats) and nightlife are all in abundance.

Phang Nga Bay is a unique bay in the north east of Phuket, a popular day trip for tourists there are many islands in the bay the most famous of which are the James Bond Island, which featured in the movie 'The Man with the Golden Gun' and Koh Panyee notable for its buildings built on stilts.

Phuket Town is a great place to explore, easily enjoyed by foot preferably in the early morning or when the heat of the day is done, it features unique shops, numerous shrines, historical buildings and an Old Town featuring some beautiful Sino-Portuguese architecture.

Phuket has around 40 old and new Buddhist Temples (wats in Thai) and Chinese shrines to be found all over the island, providing visitors with an interesting insight into Buddhism and Taoism. When visiting these sacred places its worth knowing that you may be asked to remove your shoes for certain areas, respectable clothing is a must and there are generally no admittances charges.

A trip to the Phi Phi Islands is top of the list for most visitors to Phuket, around a 90 minute ferry boat ride away beautiful beaches, stunning rock formations and crystal clear water awaits.

For families and the young at heart the Splash Jungle Water Park on the Mai Kao Beach is great for a fun day filled with thrilling rides and fun aqua pools or relax along the lazy river and in the hot springs pool.

The Phuket Aquarium is ideal for viewing a diverse selection of tropical and colourful marine creatures. There are over 30 tanks of freshwater and saltwater creatures, one of which features a transparent tunnel through its centre giving a clear view of its inhabitants.

The Phuket Butterfly Garden and Insect World provides an interesting number of exhibitions showing the life of insects and butterflies. The outdoor tropical garden is home to hundreds of varied species of beautiful butterflies.

The islands biggest night-time attraction is the Phuket FantaSea theme park, based in the resort of Kamala Beach this Thai cultural extravaganza features live shows with elephants, tigers, traditional Thai dancing, acrobatics and indoor pyrotechnics.

Of course Phuket is famous for its other nightlife namely found on Bangla Road in the resort of Patong Beach; here you will find numerous drinking bars and pubs some of which house exotic girls and some with the striking lady-boys.

Dino Park is a mini-golf course with a difference and can be enjoyed at night or day, though the evenings are cooler and better for enjoying the regularly erupting volcano. The course has 18-holes with an accompanying bar-restaurant and can be found on the beach road between Karon and Kata resorts.

Out and about

Kata has a number of shopping opportunities offering everything from souvenir and fashion stores, to 7-Elevens and local mini-marts. The resort has many restaurants where you will find a variety of worldwide and local cuisines.

Nightlife in Kata is all about enjoying a good meal then relaxing in one of the many open-air bars or sports pubs. Most venues are only open till 1am and are geared towards families and couples; though a number of girlie bars can be found clustered along the Kata Road.

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