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Kata Yai (หาดกะตะใหญ่ Hat Kata Yai) and Kata Noi (หาดกะตะน้อย Hat Kata Noi) are two adjacent beaches on the west coast of Phuket, directly south of Karon. Kata Yai is sometimes called simply Kata Beach (หาดกะตะ Hat Kata).

Understand

Twenty kilometres from Phuket town, beautiful Kata is a scenic gem, its clear water flanked by hills, and picturesque Ko Pu sits offshore. Kata retains a village feel at its northern and southern ends and is perhaps more family-oriented, its one-kilometre long beach more peaceful than Patong.

The main road runs from Kata at the end near Karon Beach all the way to Kata Noi Beach. In Kata centre you can find many shops that sell tourist gifts. These shops can be grouped into gift, tailor, music, and massage. Restaurants are well-priced and food is good. Bars start further on down the road towards Kata Beach.

Kata Beach has safe swimming and does not have any drop offs. It is safe for children and non-swimmers. Always take notice of the flags that fly, they will let you know if it is not safe to swim. There is a coral reef on the right hand side of the beach that goes out to Ko Pu (Crab Island). Sitting on the beach and looking right you may see local fishermen on the rocks trying to catch their supper.

One kilometre south of Kata Yai is Kata Noi, a smaller beach with fewer hotels and less development. The beach is superb. Many fish inhabit the rocks and corals along the shoreline stretching south.

Get in

From the airport, you can take a minibus to Kata Beach for about 180 baht. See the Phuket section for details.
From Phuket Town, you can take a small open air bus (larger than a songthaew) to Kata for 30-40 baht. Buses leave from the municipal bus terminal, and from the backpacker area of Ranong St (just west of the traffic circle). Note that these buses will initially pass Kata Beach and make their first stop in nearby Karon. They then wind back through Kata and drop you near the beach where many hotels are located.

Get around

Map of Kata

To get to Kata Noi, take the narrow beach road up over the hill from Kata Yai.

See

The local market (Thursdays) is just off the main Kata Rd. Here you will find the locals buying their fish and spices. A very interesting place for the first-time traveller to Thailand. Beware of the shrimp paste. At one end of the market near the main road to Chalong you might just see an old man shelling coconuts with a very old, and dangerous looking machine.

Try to find the sauna in the jungle. It has an old copper water boiler that looks like a kettle, there is a cafe there and a plunge pool. They put tree bark in the water to make the steam smell like menthol. The sauna can be found on the right, about 10 min walk at the south end of Kata along the road that takes you to Chalong Bay.

There is a small shopping area called KT Plaza (next to Black Canyon Coffee); selling souvenirs and apparel.

Do

Diving and Snorkelling There is a great shallow snorkelling and diving location on the north side of the bay. Information and equipment is available from several dive centres in the Kata area.
7.82312198.3006221 Rumble Fish Adventure, 98/79 Kata New Rd, inside Beach Centre (on Kata New Rd, connecting Patak Rd and Kata Rd (running behind Club Med). Look for Dome Bungalow Resort as a land mark. Beach Centre is on the same side as Dome Bungalow & Plaza), ☏ +66 86 0924887. Daily, 10:00-18:00. A PADI 5 Star full-service facility is owned and managed by a team of PADI pros from Thailand, USA, & Japan. Courses available year-round (as young as 8 years old), from beginner to divemaster and instructor levels. from 200 baht.
Surfing: In the rainy season, Apr-Sep. Mostly fast, mushy beach breaks and short rides. You can rent surfboards from Phuket Surf at the far south end of the beach. Kata Noi is a typical beach break that works best on low tides.

Eat

La Gondola, Taina Rd (200 m from Kata Centre). Trattoria-style Italian restaurant with a wide menu of classic Italian dishes. Pizza and seafood. Large portions at reasonable prices.
Le Gran Prix (on Taina Rd). Casual little French restaurant. Food is good and prices are reasonable.
The Red Chair Cafe (Koktanod Rd). 11:00-22:00. A great place for Thai food. Food is cheap, service is good, seems clean. Popular with locals and expats. 70-120 baht.
Red Chair Plus (Koktanod Rd). Up-scale, serves Western and Thai food. Try the excellent fajitas. 200+ baht.
Summer Coffee House, 184/1 Khoktanod Rd (road between Kata Yai and Kata Noi). 09:00-22:00. Nice air conditioned cafe with Internet stations and free Wi-Fi. Purchase of a drink gets you 15 free minutes of Internet access. Has good pastries and desserts.
The Tube, Koktanod Rd (across from 7-11, walk east on Koktanod Rd, away from the beach and main road). 19:30-?. Excellent all-you-can-eat BBQ. Chicken, pork chops, ribs, salad bar, bread, and baked potatoes. Try the delicious chili. Watch surf movies while you eat. Owners are super cool. 199 baht.

Drink

After Beach Bar and Restaurant (on the hill overlooking Kata Noi Beach). A large, cool restaurant/bar with a fantastic view of the ocean. They play reggae and other good music, and have a bar to hang out at. A fun place to take a larger group to eat, or can work as a nice date spot too. 100-350 baht.
75 Bar (ask the locals, or take a taxi, not easy to find). Fun, casual reggae bar popular with expats and locals. Live bands on Sunday nights.
Ska Bar (south end of Kata Yai Beach). A funky ska/reggae-oriented beach bar, right on the sand. They play good music, and have fire dancing shows on Fridays. Expats, tourists, and locals all hang out here. It's one of the main social centres of Kata Yai. Open day and night, seven days a week.

Sleep

7.81698.30031 Beyond Resort Kata, 1 Pakbang Road Karon Muang Phuket, ☏ + 66 76 330 530, info-brkt@katagroup.com. Check-in: 14.00, check-out: 12.00. 275 rooms and suites on Kata Yai Beach. 3 restaurants and bars, spa, car park. 200$. (updated Nov 2017)

Kata Yai

7.829998.30472 CC's Hideaway (CC Blooms), 84/21 Patak Road Soi 10, Tambon Karon, ☏ +66 76 333 222, sales@ccshideaway.com. 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

This guide uses the following price ranges for a standard double room:
Budget	Under 1,000 baht
Mid-range	1,000 baht to 2,500 baht
Splurge	Over 2,500 baht

Budget

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

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

Kata Thani Phuket Beach Resort (กะตะธานี ภูเก็ต บีช รีสอร์ท), 71 Kata Noi Rd, ☏ +66 76 330124-6, +66 2 2675213-4 (Bangkok). 400 rooms. Resort with great deals to be enjoyed during low season. 5,665 baht.
Mom Tri’s Villa Royale (หม่อมตรี วิลล่า รอยัล), 12 Kata Noi, ☏ +66 76 333569. 63 rooms. 14,000-25,000 baht.
The Shore by Kata Thani (Kata Noi Rd), ☏ +66 76 330124-6, +66 2 2675213-4 (Bangkok). 38 private pool villas. Gourmet cuisine and wine at The Harbor Restaurant. 9,541 baht.

Go next

A mini-bus to the airport can be booked in advance at most travel agents. There are several on the main Kata road. Cost is about 250 baht. The bus will pick you up at your hotel.

Taxis to the airport cost 800-1,000 baht. Negotiate the price before leaving.

This city travel guide to Kata is a usable article. It has information on how to get there and on restaurants and hotels. An adventurous person could use this article, but please feel free to improve it by editing the page.

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 '''Kata Yai''' (หาดกะตะใหญ่ ''Hat Kata Yai'') and '''Kata Noi''' (หาดกะตะน้อย ''Hat Kata Noi'')  are two adjacent beaches on the west coast of [[Phuket]], directly south of [[Karon]].  Kata Yai is sometimes called simply '''Kata Beach''' (หาดกะตะ ''Hat Kata'').
 ==Understand==
+[[File:Kata Beach in evening 1.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Kata Beach]]
+Twenty kilometres from Phuket town, beautiful Kata is a scenic gem, its clear water flanked by hills, and picturesque Ko Pu sits offshore. Kata retains a village feel at its northern and southern ends and is perhaps more family-oriented, its one-kilometre long beach more peaceful than Patong.
+The main road runs from Kata at the end near Karon Beach all the way to [[Kata Noi Beach]]. In Kata centre you can find many shops that sell tourist gifts. These shops can be grouped into gift, tailor, music, and massage. Restaurants are well-priced and food is good.  Bars start further on down the road towards Kata Beach.
-[[Image:Thailand Kata1.jpg|thumb|Kata Yai]]
+Kata Beach has safe swimming and does not have any drop offs.  It is safe for children and non-swimmers. Always take notice of the flags that fly, they will let you know if it is not safe to swim. There is a coral reef on the right hand side of the beach that goes out to Ko Pu (Crab Island). Sitting on the beach and looking right you may see local fishermen on the rocks trying to catch their supper.
-Situated 20 kilometres from town, beautiful Kata is a scenic gem, its clear water flanked by hills, and picturesque Pu Island sits offshore. Kata retains a village feel at its northern and southern ends and is perhaps more family-oriented, its one-kilometer long beach more peaceful than Patong.
+One kilometre south of Kata Yai is Kata Noi, a smaller beach with fewer hotels and less development. The beach is superb. Many fish inhabit the rocks and corals along the shoreline stretching south.
-The main road runs from Kata center at the end near Karon Beach all the way to [[Kata Noi Beach]].  In Kata center you can find many shops that sell tourist gifts.  These shops can be grouped into Gift, Suit, Music and Massage.  Restaurants are well priced and food is good.  Bars start further on down the road towards Kata beach.
-There are more hotels than meet the eye and walking around for a couple of days you will find even more guest houses. This does not mean that Kata is packed with tall hotels.
-Kata beach has safe swimming and does not have any dropoffs.  It is safe for children and non-swimmers.  But always take notice of the flags that fly, they will let you know if it is not safe to swim. There is a coral reef on the right hand side of the beach that goes out to Poo (crab) Island.  Sitting on the beach and looking right you may see local fishermen on the rocks trying to catch their supper.
-[[Image:Thailand KataNoi.jpg|thumb|Kata Noi]]
-Situated 20 kilometres from town or less than 1km south of Kata Yai is Kata Noi, a smaller beach with fewer hotels and less development. The beach is superb. Many fish inhabit the rocks and corals along the beachless shoreline stretching south.
-There are some great waves for simply body surfing on. lot's of fun..
 ==Get in==
 *From the airport, you can take a minibus to Kata Beach for about 180 baht. See the [[Phuket]] section for details.
-*From Phuket Town, you can take a small open air bus (larger than a songthaew) to Kata for 30-40 baht. Buses leave from the municipal bus terminal, and from the backpacker area of Ranong St (just West of the traffic circle). Note that these buses will initially pass Kata Beach and make their first stop in nearby Karon. They then wind back through Kata and drop you near the beach where many hotels are located.
+*From Phuket Town, you can take a small open air bus (larger than a songthaew) to Kata for 30-40 baht. Buses leave from the municipal bus terminal, and from the backpacker area of Ranong St (just west of the traffic circle). Note that these buses will initially pass Kata Beach and make their first stop in nearby Karon. They then wind back through Kata and drop you near the beach where many hotels are located.
 ==Get around==
+{{mapframe|layer=W}}
 To get to Kata Noi, take the narrow beach road up over the hill from Kata Yai.
 ==See==
-The local market which is on Thursdays just off the main Kata road.  Here you will find the locals buying their fish and spices.  A very interesting place for the first time traveler to Thailand.  Beware the shrimp paste. At one end of the market near the main road to Chalong you might just see an old man shelling coconuts with a very old, and dangerous looking machine.
+The local market (Thursdays) is just off the main Kata Rd.  Here you will find the locals buying their fish and spices.  A very interesting place for the first-time traveller to Thailand. Beware of the shrimp paste. At one end of the market near the main road to Chalong you might just see an old man shelling coconuts with a very old, and dangerous looking machine.
-Try and find the sauna in the jungle.  It has an old copper water boiler that looks like a kettle, there is a cafe there and a plunge pool.  They put tree bark in the water to make the steam smell like menthol sometimes.  The sauna can be found on the right, about 10 minutes walk at the south end of Kata along the road that takes you to Chalong Bay.
+Try to find the sauna in the jungle. It has an old copper water boiler that looks like a kettle, there is a cafe there and a plunge pool. They put tree bark in the water to make the steam smell like menthol. The sauna can be found on the right, about 10 min walk at the south end of Kata along the road that takes you to Chalong Bay.
 There is a small shopping area called KT Plaza (next to Black Canyon Coffee); selling souvenirs and apparel.
 ==Do==
+*'''Diving and Snorkelling''' There is a great shallow snorkelling and diving location on the north side of the bay. Information and equipment is available from several dive centres in the Kata area.
+*{{do
-*'''Diving and Snorkeling''' There is a great shallow snorkeling and diving location on the North side of the bay. Information and equipment is available from several divecenters in the Kata area.
+| name=Rumble Fish Adventure | url=http://scubatuna.com | email=
+| address=98/79 Kata New Rd, inside Beach Centre | lat=7.82312116571483 | long=98.300621509552 | directions=on Kata New Rd, connecting Patak Rd and Kata Rd (running behind Club Med). Look for Dome Bungalow Resort as a land mark. Beach Centre is on the same side as Dome Bungalow & Plaza
-*'''Surfing''': In the rainy season, April to September. Mostly fast, mushy beach breaks and short rides. You can rent surfboards from Phuket Surf at the far southern end of the Beach. Kata Noi is a typical beach break that works best on low tides.
+| phone=+66 86 0924887 | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours=Daily, 10:00-18:00 | price=from 200 baht
-*<do name="Rumble fish Adventure" alt="" address="98/79 Kata New Road, inside Beach Center" directions="Beach Center is located on Kata New Road, connecting Patak Road and Kata Road (running behind ClubMed). Look for Dome Bungalow Resort as a land mark. Beach Center is on the same side as Dome Bungalow & Plaza (under construction)" phone="+66 86092 4887" url="http://scubatuna.com" hours="Daily 10-6" price="from 200 THB" lat="7.82312116571483" long="98.300621509552">A PADI 5 Star full service facility is owned & managed by a team of PADI Pros from Thailand, USA & Japan. It is located inside the safe, quiet and very clean Beach Center, in central Kata Beach.
+| content=A PADI 5 Star full-service facility is owned and managed by a team of PADI pros from Thailand, USA, & Japan. Courses available year-round (as young as 8 years old), from beginner to divemaster and instructor levels.
+}}
-PADI Courses available year-round (start as young as 8 years old), from beginner to divemaster and instructor levels.
+*'''Surfing''': In the rainy season, Apr-Sep. Mostly fast, mushy beach breaks and short rides. You can rent surfboards from Phuket Surf at the far south end of the beach. Kata Noi is a typical beach break that works best on low tides.
-Full wholesales and retails showroom</do>
 ==Eat==
+*{{eat
+| name=La Gondola | url= | email=
-*<eat name="Summer Coffee House" address="184/1 Khoktanod Rd, Kata Beach, Thailand" directions="On the road between Kata Yai and Kata Noi" hours="9AM-10PM">Nice air conditioned cafe with internet stations and wifi. Purchase of a drink gets you 15 free minutes of internet access. Has good pastries and desserts. </eat>
+| address=Taina Rd | lat= | long= | directions=200 m from Kata Centre
+| phone= | tollfree= | fax=
-*<eat name="Dino Park" alt="" address="Kata Beach Rd" directions="" phone="" url="http://www.dinopark.com" hours="10" price="" lat="" long=""></eat>
+| hours= | price=
+| content=Trattoria-style Italian restaurant with a wide menu of classic Italian dishes. Pizza and seafood. Large portions at reasonable prices.
-*<eat name="The Tube" alt="" address="Koktanod Rd" directions="across from 7-Eleven, walk east on Koktanod Rd, away from the beach and main road" phone="" url="" hours="From 7:30PM" price="199 baht" lat="" long="">Excellent all-you-can-eat BBQ. Chicken, pork chops, ribs, salad bar, bread, and baked potatoes. Try the delicious chili sauce.  Watch surf movies while you eat. Owners are super cool.</eat>
+}}
+*{{eat
-*<eat name="Le Gran Prix" alt="" address="" directions="On Taina Rd" phone="" url="" hours="" price="Entrees 150-300 baht" lat="" long="">Casual little French restaurant. Food is good and prices are reasonable.</eat>
+| name=Le Gran Prix | url= | email=
-*<eat name="The Red Chair Cafe" alt="" address="" directions="On Koktanod Rd" phone="" url="" hours="11AM-10PM" price="Entrees 70-120" lat="" long="">A great place for Thai food. Food is cheap, service is good, seems clean. Popular with locals and expats.</eat>
+| address= | lat= | long= | directions=on Taina Rd
-*<eat name="Red Chair Plus" alt="" address="" directions="On Koktanod Rd" phone="" url="" hours="" price="Entrees 200+ baht" lat="" long="">Recently (2010) opened by the owners of Red Chair Cafe, this restaurant is more upscale, and serves a variety of Western and Thai food. It's a good value compared to other upscale restaurants in Kata. Try the excellent fajitas.</eat>
+| phone= | tollfree= | fax=
-*<eat name="La Gondola" alt="italian restaurant" address="Thaina Road" directions="200 mt from Kata Center" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">"Trattoria" style Italian restaurant with a wide menu of classic Italian dishes, Pizza and Seafood. Full portions at reasonable prices.</eat>
+| hours= | price=
+| content=Casual little French restaurant. Food is good and prices are reasonable.
+}}
+*{{eat
+| name=The Red Chair Cafe | url= | email=
+| address= | lat= | long= | directions=Koktanod Rd
+| phone= | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours=11:00-22:00 | price=70-120 baht
+| content=A great place for Thai food. Food is cheap, service is good, seems clean. Popular with locals and expats.
+}}
+*{{eat
+| name=Red Chair Plus | url= | email=
+| address= | lat= | long= | directions=Koktanod Rd
+| phone= | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours= | price=200+ baht
+| content= Up-scale, serves Western and Thai food. Try the excellent fajitas.
+}}
+*{{eat
+| name=Summer Coffee House | url= | email=
+| address=184/1 Khoktanod Rd | lat= | long= | directions=road between Kata Yai and Kata Noi
+| phone= | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours=09:00-22:00 | price=
+| content=Nice air conditioned cafe with Internet stations and free Wi-Fi. Purchase of a drink gets you 15 free minutes of Internet access. Has good pastries and desserts.
+}}
+*{{eat
+| name=The Tube | url= | email=
+| address=Koktanod Rd | lat= | long= | directions=across from 7-11, walk east on Koktanod Rd, away from the beach and main road
+| phone= | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours=19:30-? | price=199 baht
+| content=Excellent all-you-can-eat BBQ. Chicken, pork chops, ribs, salad bar, bread, and baked potatoes. Try the delicious chili. Watch surf movies while you eat. Owners are super cool.
+}}
 ==Drink==
+*{{drink
-There are many bars along the road from Kata centre to Kata Noi.  No doubt you will hear the words "Hello Welcome" in most of them as you walk by.
+| name=After Beach Bar and Restaurant | url= | email=
+| address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the hill overlooking Kata Noi Beach
-*<drink name="Ska Bar" alt="" address="" directions="At the very southern end of Kata Yai beach" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">A funky ska/reggae oriented beach bar, right on the sand. They play good music, and have fire dancing shows on friday nights. Expats, tourists, and locals all hang out here. It's one of the main social centers of Kata Yai. Open day and night, seven days a week.</drink>
+| phone= | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours= | price=100-350 baht
-*<drink name="After Beach Bar and Restaurant" alt="" address="" directions="on the hill overlooking Kata Noi Beach" phone="" url="" hours="" price="Entrees 100-350 baht" lat="" long="">A large, cool restaurant/bar with a fantastic view of the ocean. They play reggae and other good music, and have a bar to hang out at. A fun place to take a larger group to eat, or can work as a nice date spot too.</drink>
+| content=A large, cool restaurant/bar with a fantastic view of the ocean. They play reggae and other good music, and have a bar to hang out at. A fun place to take a larger group to eat, or can work as a nice date spot too.
+}}
-*<drink name="75 Bar" alt="" address="" directions="ask the locals, or take a taxi, not easy to find" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Fun, casual reggae bar popular with expats and locals. Live bands on Sunday nights.</drink>
+*{{drink
+| name=75 Bar | url= | email=
+| address= | lat= | long= | directions=ask the locals, or take a taxi, not easy to find
+| phone= | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours= | price=
+| content=Fun, casual reggae bar popular with expats and locals. Live bands on Sunday nights.
+}}
+*{{drink
+| name=Ska Bar | url= | email=
+| address= | lat= | long= | directions=south end of Kata Yai Beach
+| phone= | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours= | price=
+| content=A funky ska/reggae-oriented beach bar, right on the sand. They play good music, and have fire dancing shows on Fridays. Expats, tourists, and locals all hang out here. It's one of the main social centres of Kata Yai. Open day and night, seven days a week.
+}}
 ==Sleep==
+* {{sleep
+| name=Beyond Resort Kata | alt= | url=http://www.katagroup.com/kata-beach | email=info-brkt@katagroup.com
+| address=1 Pakbang Road Karon Muang Phuket | lat=7.8160 | long=98.3003 | directions=
+| phone=+ 66 76 330 530 | tollfree= | fax=
+| checkin=14.00 | checkout=12.00 | price=200$
+| lastedit=2017-11-30
+| content=275 rooms and suites on Kata Yai Beach. 3 restaurants and bars, spa, car park.
+}}
 ===Kata Yai===
+* {{sleep
+| name=CC's Hideaway | alt=CC Blooms | url=http://www.ccshideaway.com | email=sales@ccshideaway.com
-* '''Club Med Phuket'''.
+| address=84/21 Patak Road Soi 10, Tambon Karon | lat=7.8299 | long=98.3047 | directions=
+| phone=+66 76 333 222 | tollfree= | fax=
-*'''Kata Palm Resort''', just off the main road. Has two large swimming pools. There are rooms in the new section that have steps into the pool, very nice !
+| checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=
+| lastedit=2015-10-13
-*'''Kata beach hotel''' is right on the beach.
+| content=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.
+}}
-* '''Peach Hill Hotel''', 13 Karon Road, Kata Beach, [http://www.peach-hill.com], on a small hill between Karon and Kata Yai beaches, 400 metres from Kata Yai beach.
+* {{sleep
+| name=Peach Hill Hotel | url=http://www.peach-hill.com | email=
-*<sleep name="Boomerang Village Resort" alt="" address="patak road 9/11-13 soi 10 Kata 83100" directions="" phone="076284480" url="http://www.phuket-boomerang.com" checkin="14.00" checkout="12.00" price="1,550 -4,440 baht" lat="7.829099925618314" long="98.30281019210815">Externally similar to mountain chalets, the cottages are furnished in Thai style, offering a very congenial and relaxing ambience. The property boasts panoramic views of Kata Beach and is located approximately 80 metres above sea level,the beach is about 900 mt. ,being virtually dipped in the nature of a tropical garden.</sleep>
+| address=13 Karon Rd | lat= | long= | directions=
+| phone= | tollfree= | fax=
-*<sleep name="Rico's" alt="" address="" directions="on the main Kata road, big sign is hard to miss" phone="" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="Doubles 1500 baht" lat="" long="">Clean, mid-range hotel. Rooms are all ground floor, and surround the pool. Bathrooms are tiny, but clean. Free internet in the lobby.</sleep>
+| hours= | price=
+| checkin= | checkout=
-*<sleep name="Tasanee Penthouse" alt="" address="Kata Beach, Phuket" directions="" phone="+62 361 869 1881" url="http://www.phuketexclusive.com/phuket/Kata/1394" checkin="" checkout="" price="From US$475/night" lat="" long="">Luxury private Penthouse with infinity plunge pool overlooking  Kata Beach. Located within a modern, new boutique style condominium building which is walking distance to the beach, boutique shops, famous restaurants, and Kata’s nightlife. With a total of three bedrooms and four bathrooms, Tasanee Penthouse can easily accommodate six adults. Satellite TV on four flat screen TV’s, DVD, CD, and a Bose i-Pod Docking station, remote controlled climate control in all bedrooms and living areas are provided for your comfort convenience. Free Daily maid service, linen, & towels are provided. </sleep>
+| content=On a small hill between Karon and Kata Yai beaches, 400 m from Kata Yai Beach.
+}}
+*{{sleep
+| name=Rico's | url= | email=
+| address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the main Kata Rd, big sign is hard to miss
+| phone= | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours= | price=1,500 baht
+| checkin= | checkout=
+| content=Clean, mid-range hotel. Rooms are all ground floor, and surround the pool. Bathrooms are tiny, but clean. Free Internet in the lobby.
+}}
 ===Kata Noi===
+{{sleeppricerange|Under 1,000 baht|1,000 baht to 2,500 baht|Over 2,500 baht}}
-===Budget===
+====Budget====
+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.
-Go directly to Karon, Kata or Kata Noi beaches and have a look around. If you prefer a more hectic atmosphere go to Patong. At least this way you can see what you prefer and you would be able to negotiate prices then. For example along the southern end of Kata Beach there are many bungalow establishments with lovely views overlooking the sea. The establishment owners do not book in advance as most of them prefer to deal on a first come first served basis. Also most of them do not have websites and do not book over the net. Prices ranging from 200 - 1000 baht per day depending on your requirements.
-Other similar establishments in the area are the Da Bungalows (ask or Mr Da), Coolbreeze, Friendship and Flamingo bungalows. If you prefer to go to a quieter area - go for Kata Noi and look up Tap Kaew Bungalows at the end of the street on the hillside overlooking Kata Noi beach.
+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====
+* {{sleep
-* '''Kata Noi Club Bungalow''' (กะตะน้อย คลับ บังกะโล) 3/25 Patak Road (Tel: 0 7633 0194, 0 7628 4025), 20 rooms: 450-1,000 baht
+| name=Kata Noi Club Bungalow | alt=กะตะน้อย คลับ บังกะโล | url= | email=
-* '''Kata Rock Inn Seaview'''.  Aircon rooms with bathroom and toilet en suite, hot water, refrigerator, satellite TV, daily cleaning services, stunning views and 2 minutes from the beach. Prices about 800 baht per day, excellent value for money.
+| address=3/25 Patak Rd | lat= | long= | directions=
+| phone=+66 76 330194, +66 76 284025 | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours= | price=450-1,000 baht
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+| content=20 rooms.
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+| content=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.
+}}
 ====Splurge====
+* {{sleep
-* '''Kata Thani Phuket Beach Resort''' (กะตะธานี ภูเก็ต บีช รีสอร์ท) 71 Kata Noi Road (Tel: 0 7633 0124-6 Bangkok Tel: 0 22675213-4 [http://www.katathani.com], 400 rooms: US $190.  4.5 star spa resort with great deals to be enjoyed during low season.
+| name=Kata Thani Phuket Beach Resort | alt=กะตะธานี ภูเก็ต บีช รีสอร์ท | url=http://www.katathani.com | email=
-*'''The Shore by Kata Thani''' Kata Noi Road (Tel: 0 7633 0124-6 Bangkok Tel: 0 22675213-4 [http://theshore.katathani.com], 38 private pool villas: US $320+.  5+ star spa and boutique private pool villa resort with impressive pads. Famous for its gourmet cuisine and wine at The Harbor restaurant.
+| address=71 Kata Noi Rd | lat= | long= | directions=
-* '''Mom Tri’s Villa Royale''' (หม่อมตรี วิลล่า รอยัล) 12 Kata Noi Tel: 0 7633 3569 [http://www.villaroyalephuket.com], 63 rooms: 14,000-25,000 baht
+| phone=+66 76 330124-6, +66 2 2675213-4 (Bangkok) | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours= | price=5,665 baht
+| checkin= | checkout=
+| content=400 rooms. Resort with great deals to be enjoyed during low season.}}
+* {{sleep
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+| address=12 Kata Noi | lat= | long= | directions=
+| phone=+66 76 333569 | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours= | price=14,000-25,000 baht
+| checkin= | checkout=
+| content=63 rooms.}}
+* {{sleep
+| name=The Shore by Kata Thani | url=http://theshore.katathani.com | email=
+| address= | lat= | long= | directions=Kata Noi Rd
+| phone=+66 76 330124-6, +66 2 2675213-4 (Bangkok) | tollfree= | fax=
+| hours= | price=9,541 baht
+| checkin= | checkout=
+| content=38 private pool villas. Gourmet cuisine and wine at The Harbor Restaurant.}}
 ==Go next==
 A mini-bus to the airport can be booked in advance at most travel agents. There are several on the main Kata road. Cost is about 250 baht. The bus will pick you up at your hotel.
-Taxis to the airport cost 800-1000 baht. Negotiate the price before leaving.
+Taxis to the airport cost 800-1,000 baht. Negotiate the price before leaving.
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