Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort Review
The Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort & Spa is a beautiful resort located near the heart of Kata Beach, on the west coast of Phuket. The resort is surrounded by greenery, with views of the Andaman Sea from the upper floors, features three swimming pools, an excellent restaurant, a spa and a kid’s club, making it the perfect getaway for those seeking relaxation and tranquillity at a reasonable price.
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Kata Beach, hillside near town centre |
| Beach | 5-minute walk to Kata Beach with free shuttle. 500m to Karon Beach. White sand, good swimming conditions. |
| Hotel | 5-star resort with 143 rooms, 42-87 sqm. All rooms feature private balconies with sea, pool or garden views. Family rooms and Family Suites available. |
| Facilities | Three swimming pools including kids pool with splash pad, Little Ocean Kids Club 8:30am-9pm, VR games room, En Vogue Restaurant, Canopy Tree Bar, InBalance Spa, 24-hour fitness centre. |
| What’s Around | Kata Night Market 400m. SC Plaza, restaurants including Two Chefs and Pad Thai Shop, beach bars, tailors, minimart, cafes within walking distance. |
| Who is it for? | Families with young children, couples wanting quieter Kata area. Not for those wanting beachfront location or vibrant nightlife. |
| Worth Noticing | Kids Club operates longest hours in Phuket, 8:30am-9pm. Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice 2024. Views of Andaman Sea from upper floors. |
| Price | Mid-range |
Location in Kata Beach
The resort is just a few minutes walk from the north part of the beach, with a free shuttle to easily get there. The resort is also located 400 m from the heart of the Kata Beach area, within easy reach of the Kata Night Market, restaurants, bars, and shops. Karon Beach is also a mere 500 m away. Using Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort as a base, guests can also easily explore the nearby attractions, including the Big Buddha and Wat Chalong.
Rooms and suites
There are 143 modern and well-designed rooms and suites and 5 room types to choose from at Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort. The resort offers a range of spacious and elegantly decorated rooms, each featuring modern amenities such as flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge, and a private balcony or terrace. We enjoyed the comfortable desk with many universal plugs and the vast amount of storage. The comfortable bathtub is a nice way to relax after a long day on the beach or after a day of exploration!
The rooms are available in different categories:
Superior Room: 42sqm with garden view, balcony and 1 king bed
Family Room, 47sqm with garden view, balcony, 1 king bed and 1 queen bed
Superior Room, 42sqm with pool view, balcony and 1 king bed
Deluxe Room, 43sqm with sea view, balcony and 1 king bed
Family Suite, 87sqm with sea view, a living area with balcony and 1 King Bed
360 Panorama
Restaurants and Bars
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En Vogue Restaurant
En Vogue is an all-day dining restaurant mainly serving Thai, Italian and Indian cuisine as well as other Western dishes. The restaurant is vast and cosy, open on one side to the pool area, which allows a nice breeze to flow in. En Vogue also serves an extensive buffet breakfast every morning, with a vast choice of Asia, Western and Indian dishes to start your day in the best possible way.
Canopy Tree Bar
Hotel Facilities
The Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort & Spa offers a range of facilities and services to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for its guests. These include three swimming pools, a fitness centre, a spa, a kids’ club, and a shuttle service to and from the beach.
Kids Club and Activities
Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort is a great hotel for families. The kids’ pool and water playground is fun, colourful, and designed to delight your kids. Beyond the usual kids’ club, the hotel also has a Virtual Reality Games room where the whole family can have fun together, perfect for those occasional rainy days. For sunny days, you can even rent underwater scooters to play in the pool! (starts 300 baht)
Kids Playorama
Kids Playorama, one of the best family activities in Phuket, is an indoor paradise packed with thrills—zoom down slides, bounce high on trampolines, conquer net bridges, and dive into a sea of colourful balls. Little explorers can navigate obstacle courses, climb, swing, and test their agility in a space designed for endless excitement. Whether racing through tunnels or taking on the mini assault course, every moment is an adventure. Get ready for non-stop fun in a vibrant, safe, and engaging environment where imaginations soar and play has no limits!
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Fitness Room
InBalance Spa
InBalance Spa opens daily from 10 am to 7 pm and features a good choice of massages, body treatments, scrubs and wraps, a sauna, a steam room and a jacuzzi massage room. A traditional Thai massage starts at 900 baht, aromatherapy 1,200 and after-sun massage 1,200 baht.
What’s Great For Kids
Little Ocean Kids Club operates from 8:30 am until 9 pm, some of the longest hours you’ll find in Phuket. That evening stretch means you can have dinner without the children. The club takes ages 4-12, supervised, under 4 with a parent. Activities include morning kids yoga and dance, arts and crafts during the day, and movies from 7 to 9 pm. Saturday Family Fun Day runs at noon with face painting, balloon twisting, and mascot appearances.
They added a new Splash Pad water playground in 2025. The resort also has underwater scooters that kids can use in the pool, plus a VR games room with PlayStation and Xbox. Three pools plus a kids pool and toddler pool. Connecting rooms available. Free shuttle to Kata Beach.
Good for: Families who want evening childcare and appreciate hillside views over beachfront location.
Summary
The Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort & Spa is an excellent choice for those looking for a luxurious and relaxing holiday in Phuket. With its stunning sea views, spacious rooms, excellent dining options, and top-notch facilities, the resort offers a truly unforgettable experience.
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Information
Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort Info
Location: Kata Beach
Address: 4 Leam, Soi Lam Sai, Amphur Muang, Phuket 83100
Phone: 076 298 888
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Factsheet
| ⛱️ Main beach nearby: | Kata Beach |
| ⛱️ Distance to the beach: | 400 m |
| ⛱️ Beach condition: | excellent |
| ⭐ Range | 5-star resort |
| 🏊♀️ Swimming pools: | 3 |
| 🍴 Restaurants and bars: | 2 |
| 🛍️ Facilities | Fitness, spa, Kids Club |
| 🚙 Distance to Kata city centre: | 400 m |
| 🚙 Distance to Karon beach: | 2 km |
| 🚙 Distance to Phuket Town: | 16 km |
| 🚙 Distance to Patong Beach: | 9 km |
| ✈️ Distance from Phuket International Airport: | 42 km |
Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort Map
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