Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach

Thawalai Inn Kata 100/52 Kata Road, 83100 Kata Beach, Thailand·View on map

Exceptional114 reviews
9.5
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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach is a 3-star hotel in Kata, Phuket, with guest rooms opening onto balconies and patios. Its two room types each accommodate up to two people: the Deluxe Double Room has one double bed, while the Deluxe Twin Room has two single beds. Both provide a private bathroom, seating area, desk and flat-screen TV.

The air-conditioned rooms have a shower, hairdryer, towels, free toiletries and a safety deposit box, with tile or marble flooring. The hotel has a terrace, outdoor furniture, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, a tour desk and 24-hour security. Free WiFi is available throughout, and free public parking is available nearby without reservation. Kata Beach is 350 m away, and the nearby night markets are within a short walk. Rooms are on upper floors accessed by stairs only; there is no lift. The layouts suit couples sharing a double or friends who prefer separate beds, while the terrace gives you an outdoor spot at the hotel.

Rooms

2 room types · 26–28 m²

Thawalai Inn has two room types, each accommodating up to two people. The Deluxe Double Room measures 26 m² and has one double bed, while the Deluxe Twin Room is 28 m² and has two single beds. Both have a private bathroom, balcony and patio, plus a seating area, desk and flat-screen TV. Air conditioning, a shower, hairdryer, towels and free toiletries are part of both rooms; each also has a safety deposit box and tile or marble flooring.

The key difference is the sleeping arrangement, with the twin room also offering 2 m² more floor space. The double room suits two people sharing one bed, while the twin gives each traveller a separate bed. The balcony, patio, bathroom and seating area are shared features across the two room types.

Deluxe Double Room — Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach

Deluxe Double Room

26 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
BalconyPatioAir conditioning

At 26 m², the Deluxe Double Room is the smaller of the two room types and has one double bed. Its balcony and patio provide outdoor space, while a seating area, desk and flat-screen TV give you places to sit or work. A shower, safety deposit box and tile or marble floor complete the room.

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Deluxe Twin Room — Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach

Deluxe Twin Room

28 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
Seating areaFlat-screen TVSafety deposit box

At 28 m², this is the larger room and the only option with two single beds. It shares the balcony and patio arrangement with the double room, as well as a seating area and desk, while its extra floor area gives two travellers more space. The flat-screen TV and safety deposit box are also included.

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Facilities

43 facilities
Parking
Balcony
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Flat-screen TV
Tour desk
Street parking

Outdoor spaces include a balcony, patio and terrace, with outdoor furniture for sitting outside. The hotel also has snorkelling, diving and fishing activities, and a tour desk for local arrangements. Daily housekeeping, luggage storage, a safety deposit box for valuables and 24-hour security are available; CCTV covers the common areas and exterior, and entry uses key-card access.

In the rooms, air conditioning accompanies a seating area, desk, electric kettle and microwave. Bathrooms have a shower, towels, hairdryer and free toiletries; flat-screen TVs provide entertainment. Tile or marble flooring and non-smoking rooms are among the features. Free WiFi is available throughout, and free public parking is possible nearby without reservation. Smoking is restricted to a designated area, and upper floors can only be reached by stairs, with no lift access.

General

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
  • Fishing
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Food & drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Clothes rack
  • Seating area
  • Desk

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet services

Parking

  • Street parking

Thawalai Inn is on Kata Road in Kata, a beach destination on Phuket’s west coast. Kata Walking Street Night Market and Kata Open Market are each 100 m away, and Mae Som Jid Fresh market is 300 m from the hotel. Kata Beach is 350 m away. Kata is one of the quieter west-coast beach areas compared with Patong, the island’s busiest nightlife centre. Karon lies to the north, while Kata Noi is farther along the coast to the south.

Phuket International Airport is 30.8 km away, and Phuket Bus Terminal is 12.5 km away. Taxis and ride-hailing cars travel between the airport and west-coast beaches, while Phuket’s public bus also runs along the coast. Free public parking is available nearby without reservation. The hotel stands on Kata Road, and all rooms are on upper floors reached only by stairs; there is no lift. Travellers with bulky luggage or a need for step-free access should account for the stair-only entrance.

Kata Beach Community Park is 800 m away, and Wat Kitti Sangkharam is 850 m away. Phuket Big Buddha is 1.6 km from the inn, while Kata View Point is 3 km away. The park provides a public green space near the beach district; Wat Kitti Sangkharam is a pagoda, and the viewpoint looks across the southern bays. Snorkelling, diving and fishing are activities available at the hotel, and its tour desk can help arrange local excursions.

  • Kata Walking Street Night Market
    Evening stalls and casual food close to Kata’s beachfront streets.
    100 m
  • Kata Open Market
    A daytime market for fresh produce and local shopping in Kata.
    100 m
  • Kata Beach Community Park
    A public green space beside the Kata shoreline and beach approach.
    800 m
  • Wat Kitti Sangkharam
    A local Buddhist pagoda set close to the roads through Kata.
    850 m
  • Phuket Big Buddha
    A major hilltop religious monument overlooking southern Phuket and its coast.
    1.6 km
  • Kata View Point
    A coastal lookout with views across Kata Noi, Kata and Karon bays.
    3 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to walk to Kata Beach, which is 350 m from the hotel
  • ✓you value outdoor space, with a balcony and patio in both room types
  • ✓you are travelling as a couple or friends and can choose a double or twin layout
  • ✓you are interested in snorkelling, diving or fishing, with a tour desk at the hotel
  • ✓you appreciate attentive service: guests praise the polite and responsive staff

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need step-free access: all rooms are upstairs, reached only by stairs, and there is no lift
  • ✕you require private or on-site parking: free public parking is available nearby
  • ✕you need a room for more than two people, as each room accommodates up to two
  • ✕you expect to stay directly on the beach: Kata Beach is 350 m away

What guests say

114 verified reviews
9.5

Guests praise the friendly, polite and responsive staff, and appreciate being able to walk to the beach, night markets and convenience stores. Reviews also mention tidy, well-kept rooms with fresh linen and modern furniture, while comfortable mattresses and soft bedding receive positive comments.

Staff9.8
Comfort9.7
Location9.7
Cleanliness9.6
Value for money9.6
Facilities9.6

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach cost?

Rates at Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach vary with your dates, the season and your room choice. To see the current amount for your stay, view the available rates.

How do I get to Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach?

Phuket International Airport is 30.8 km from Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach; taxis or ride-hailing cars can take you to Kata Road. Phuket Bus Terminal is 12.5 km away. Free public parking is available nearby without a reservation. The rooms are reached by stairs, and the hotel has no lift.

What is near Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach?

Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach is 100 m from Kata Walking Street Night Market and Kata Open Market. Kata Beach is 350 m from the hotel, Kata Beach Community Park is 800 m away, and Wat Kitti Sangkharam is 850 m away. The nearby mix includes evening market stalls, beach access, a public park and a local pagoda in the surrounding Kata streets.

What room types does Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach offer?

Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach has a Deluxe Double Room of 26 m² with one double bed and a Deluxe Twin Room of 28 m² with two single beds. Each accommodates up to two people and includes a balcony, patio, private bathroom, seating area and flat-screen TV.

Can you reach the rooms at Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach without stairs?

The rooms at Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach are on upper floors and can only be reached by stairs; the hotel has no lift. This access may not suit travellers who require step-free entry or cannot manage stairs with their luggage.

Is parking at Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach free?

Free public parking for Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach is available at a nearby location, and you do not need to reserve a space. The parking is off the hotel premises rather than private or on-site.

Which activities are available at Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach?

Thawalai Inn, Kata Beach has snorkelling, diving and fishing among its activities. A tour desk is also available for local arrangements, and the hotel provides daily housekeeping, luggage storage and 24-hour security.

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