Sawasdee VillagevsThe Shore at Katathani
Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Shore at Katathani scores marginally higher than Sawasdee Village. The Shore at Katathani comes in at 82 with approval from 6 sources like Star Service, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.
Sawasdee Village
38 Katekwan Rd., Kata Beach, Phuket 83100, Thailand
From $101/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"The resort, a few minutes' walk from Kata beach, is sprawled out in a spacious garden. The service is impeccable and the restaurant is decent." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"With its thick jungle-like setting and array of elephant statues, gilded artwork, and steeply pitched rooflines, the intimate 40-room Sawasdee offers plenty of authentic Thai style." Full review
Frommer's
"A 10-minute walk from Kata Beach (or short ride on the complimentary shuttle), you’ll pass a small portico of stone with some Khmer statuary; walk in and you’ll discover a little Eden" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This opulent boutique resort mixes classic Thai style with Moroccan-esque flourishes." Full review
The Shore at Katathani
14 Kata Noi rd., Kata Beach, Phuket 83100, Thailand
From $245/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"Views from throughout are magnificent, that is if you can peel yourself away from the friendly service that begins upon arrival with chilled towels and flower necklaces." Full review
Rough Guide
"The sister hotel of the Katathani has its own spa, restaurant and infinity pool, and targets couples (no under-12s allowed)."
Oyster
Luxury
"The Shore at Katathani is an upscale, 36-room villa hotel that caters mainly to couples and honeymooners." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Shore complex is an ultra-luxurious, peaceful, private world of pastel-painted villas fronted by a luscious infinity pool practically on the beach." Full review
Frommer's
"This all villa property is on a steep hill just south of the main resort, and aims directly at the romantic getaway market with its secluded, luxurious pool villas; in fact, no children under 12-years-old are allowed to stay here" Full review