Chanalai Garden Resort

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A 4-Star Hillside Resort in Kata Beach

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Chanalai Garden is a 4-star hillside resort built in terraces above Kata Beach. The views from the pools are the highlight; you look straight out over Kata Bay. It’s a smaller property than the big resorts down the road, around 170 to 209 rooms, depending on which building is in use. The beach is a 2-minute walk downhill with a road crossing. Getting back up is the workout. If you don’t mind stairs and slopes, the trade-off for those views is worth it.

Hotel Summary
Location	Kata Beach
Beach	2-minute walk to Kata Beach with a short road crossing. The beach has calm, shallow waters most of the year, good for families.
Hotel	4-star hillside resort with 170-209 rooms. Rooms from 36 sqm with modern Thai decor, balconies, sea or garden views.
Facilities	2 outdoor pools with panoramic Kata Beach views, kids pool, 2 pool bars, 24-hour fitness centre, kids club 8 am – 5 pm, 2 restaurants, lobby lounge, spa.
What’s Around	Shops, convenience stores, Thai massage parlours, restaurants, bars within walking distance. 15 minutes to Patong. 45 km from Phuket Airport.
Who is it for?	Families wanting hillside views, couples. Not for those needing direct beachfront or avoiding stairs due to the terraced hillside layout.
Worth Noticing	Hillside location means paths and stairs between levels. Supervised kids club available. Babysitting for a fee.
Price	Mid-range

Location

Chanalai Garden is on the hillside above Kata Beach. The beach is a 2-minute walk downhill, with a short road crossing at the bottom. Walking back up takes a bit longer. The resort climbs the slope in terraces, with rooms at different levels connected by paths and stairs. Not ideal if you have a pushchair or mobility issues.

Shops, restaurants, massage places, and convenience stores are all within walking distance at the bottom of the hill. Patong is about 15 minutes by car. The airport is 45 km away.

The Rooms

Rooms start at 36 sqm with modern Thai decor, balconies, and either sea or garden views. The upper floors have the best views over Kata Bay. The design mixes Thai and contemporary styles with natural materials and greenery throughout. It feels more personal than the bigger resorts in the area.

Family rooms have balconies. Connecting doors are available between some rooms, which is useful if you need space for a bigger family. Two restaurants on site for meals.

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The Pools

Two large swimming pools with panoramic views over Kata Beach. The pool area catches good afternoon sun and the views are some of the best you’ll get from any hotel pool in Kata. A dedicated kids’ pool and two pool bars round it out. If you can get a lounger at sunset, you’ll understand why people keep coming back to this hotel.

Restaurant and Dining

Two restaurants on site. Breakfast is included with most room rates. For other meals, the walk downhill to Kata centre takes a couple of minutes, and there are plenty of Thai restaurants, seafood places, and street food options nearby. No reason to eat every meal at the hotel.

Who Should Stay Here

Families and couples who want a quieter, more personal resort with great views and easy beach access. It’s a good middle ground between the big pool resorts like Kata Palm and the smaller budget options. The hillside layout means stairs, so keep that in mind with small children or heavy luggage. But the views from the pools and the upper rooms make up for the climb.

What’s Great For Kids

The kids’ club has dedicated staff and is supervised. Specific hours and age ranges aren’t clearly published, so check with the hotel when booking. Babysitting is available for a fee. Two large pools with panoramic views over Kata Beach, plus a dedicated kids’ pool and pool bar.

Family rooms have balconies with views. Connecting doors between some rooms. The beach is close, calm, and shallow most of the year, which is ideal for younger children.

Good for: Families who want hillside views and a smaller, more personal resort feel.