kata yai beach

Of course, you'd be mad to visit Kata Yai Beach without visiting the Patong Beach. The APK Resort and The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa are handy options for travellers because they are within walking distance from Patong Beach.

Be one of the cool kids and stay near the Big Buddha by booking a room at the Nook Dee Kata Beach Resort or, alternatively the Kata Noi Resort. If you would rather be based walking distance from the Chalong Temple, you could try the 8 Pool Villa or the Baba House Phuket Hotel. The Promthep Cape and the Bangla Night Street are two more much-visited Kata Yai Beach attractions. The Baan Krating Phuket Resort and the Thaimond Residence by TropicLook are close to the Promthep Cape. The APK Resort and the Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa, are near the Bangla Night Street.

Kata Yai Beach is home to the Dino Park Mini Golf as well as the Kok Chang Safari Elephant Trekking. The Kata Hiview Resort and Kata Noi Pavilion are amongst the nearest hotels to the Dino Park Mini Golf, while the Two Chefs Inn and Phuket Racha Guesthouse are near the Kok Chang Safari Elephant Trekking. If the Kata View Point is your main focus, stay at the Palm Oasis Boutique Hotel and Glitter House as they are close by.

25 kilometres from the heart of Kata Yai Beach is the At Panta Phuket. Alternatively, the Golddigger's Resort can be found 30 kilometres away. Another possibility is to book a bed at the Naiyang Cottage or the Private Pool Villas by Indigo Pearl.

Once you have explored Kata Yai Beach, set out to visit the wider region of the South Thailand area. Visit the traditional villages, old towns and historic palaces in South Thailand. Those who love nature could also take the time to check out the region's rural landscapes, beaches and forests. Active travellers might try their hand at rock climbing and hiking in this part of Thailand.

A kilometre from Kata Yai Beach you'll find Karon, where visitors can enjoy the Big Buddha, Kata View Point and Kok Chang Safari Elephant Trekking. Karon hotels include the Kata Sea Breeze Resort and Kata Rocks. Or, you could stay in Rawai, 4 kilometres to the southeast of Kata Yai Beach, where you can pick from the Aloha Residence and Kata Gardens Luxury Apartments. Whether you're just passing through or staying in Rawai, set aside some time to check out the Promthep Cape, Seashell Museum and Rawai Beach.

Australia has some of the world's greatest sports lovers, so why not indulge with a visit to Ao Nang Krabi Boxing Stadium? Find Ao Nang Krabi Boxing Stadium 60 kilometres to the northeast of Kata Yai Beach. Stay right near the action at the Pornthep Mansion or the Beach Terrace Hotel.

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