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Kata Beach
Kata Beach
Kata Beach
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About
Kata Beach is in the 2th place out of 70 beaches in the Phuket Province region 12.3 km away from its center, the city of Phuket. It is one of the beaches of Ban Kata settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, among the mountains.
It is a with crystal turquoise water and pure golden fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Kata Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets, sea pool. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Karon Beach, which has a rating of 9.2.
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+30
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+28.8
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Kata Beach is located in Phuket Province within Ban Kata, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Phuket island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The beach is truly stunning, with breathtaking sunsets that will leave you in awe. I had the pleasure of spending a few days here, and it was an unforgettable experience. The only downside was that I missed the opportunity to rinse off after taking a dip in the sea, as there were no showers available."
Kasparas Jankauskas
"Absolutely adored it! Spent a full three weeks nearby and was pleasantly surprised by how well-maintained the beach was. As expected, it was a popular spot for tourists, but that didn't detract from the overall experience. The water was delightfully warm and perfect for a variety of activities, like renting a surfboard or taking a thrilling ride on a parachute pulled by a sp..."
Avery Grace
User reviews
"The beach is truly stunning, with breathtaking sunsets that will leave you in awe. I had the pleasure of spending a few days here, and it was an unforgettable experience. The only downside was that I missed the opportunity to rinse off after taking a dip in the sea, as there were no showers available."
Kasparas Jankauskas
"Absolutely adored it! Spent a full three weeks nearby and was pleasantly surprised by how well-maintained the beach was. As expected, it was a popular spot for tourists, but that didn't detract from the overall experience. The water was delightfully warm and perfect for a variety of activities, like renting a surfboard or taking a thrilling ride on a parachute pulled by a sp..."
Avery Grace
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)
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Ban Kata 1.8 km
Picturesque, Amenities beach, Easy access, Golden fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Ban Karon 0.6 km
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Ban Rawai 3.5 km
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Ban Rawai 2.5 km
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Ban Karon 2.5 km
Amenities beach, Easy access, Golden fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Ban Rawai 2.6 km
Amenities beach, Easy access, Golden sand, Turquoise water, Free entrance
Ban Rawai 0.9 km
Virgin beach, Easy access, Golden sand, Turquoise water, Free entrance, Sand bottom
Ban Rawai 1.1 km
Picturesque, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Pa Tong 3.3 km
Hotel beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Hotel guests only, Sand bottom
Ban Rawai 2.1 km
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Pa Tong 2.9 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Palm Square• 4 min walk
- Sawasdee Village• 6 min walk
- Lobster&Prawn• 8 min walk
- Starbucks• 9 min walk
Attractions
- Kata Night Market• 8 min walk
- Dino Park Mini Golf...• 12 min walk
- The Big Buddha, Phuk...• 24 min walk
- ATV SEAVIEW ON TOUR• 2.5km
Transport
- PBS• 8.9km
- Minibus station• 8 min walk
Localities
- Ban Kata• 1.2km
- Phuket• 12.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Kata Beach?
The Kata Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun.
What are the key activities at Kata Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Kata Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Kata Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Kata Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are some boats in the bay.
Is the Kata Beach good for families?
Yes, the Kata Beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Kata Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
What are the key audiences of Kata Beach?
Kata Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Families with children
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Kata Beach?
The bar is located right on the Kata Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Palm Square is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Kata Beach?
There are 4366 places to stay in the Kata Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Kata Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Kata Beach from parking?
The Kata Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Kata Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Kata Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Kata Night Market located in 0.6 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Kata Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Kata Beach is April. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is November with air temperature 29°C and water 30°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Kata Beach (Phuket Province) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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