Kata Bai D Boutique Inn Guesthouse

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2022

Ellie

Great stay

Had a great stay here for three nights! The lady at the reception was so so helpful and accommodating, nothing was ever too much to ask of her! Great location close to the beach and the room was perfect for the price!

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jan 2020

Mackenzie R

Wonderful stay

So quaint and gracious! A wonderful place to stay, close to the action and the beach.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Easy and clean, small hotel, near beach. Friendly staff.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

I like that is it a 3-star hotel but they room is clean, the staff are friendly and it is very near the beach!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Cute little hotel perfect for a solo traveller. Great location just a couple of minutes walk to Kata beach & main food/shopping area. All the staff were lovely, very welcoming & happy to assist with any needs. This hotel also provides bread for toast with butter & jams & also tea, coffee & fresh water 24/7 in the lobby. Perfect if you have an early pick up booked & nothing is open to get breakfast beforehand. Such a fantastic service to provide.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

Great location. Less than 5 minute walk to the beach. Rooms are clean. Sam is great! I would definitely stay there again.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

Best stay in Phuket!

This is my 3rd time to Phuket and Kata Bai D is my favorite place to stay at! Sam, who owns the place, is an amazing man. We shared stories over coffee, and he went above and beyond to show me where he grew up in Phuket, and took me on an impromptu street food tour! I will definitely return to Kata Bai D on my next trip.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2018

Edward

Amazing staff, great location, clean

Had limited expectations heading in and Kata Bai D blew them away. Extended our stay by 2 nights and after a disappointing accommodation in Ko Phi Phi it felt like home to come back to Kata Bai D for our last night in Phuket. This was the only guesthouse type accommodation we stayed at this trip and while it's not hotel level comfortable it's superior to a hostel. 5 minute walk to Kata beach, restaurants right outside, you can't ask anymore of the location. We had two rooms, one was a suite and one was a studio...both were exceptionally clean and well maintained. Feels more like an apartment than a hotel. Air conditioning and sheets were very comfortable, some noise outside but it did not affect our sleep. Great value for money, and probably the main reason we would come back is the owner Sam. Be prepared to spend some time talking to him as he likes to talk...but he is wise and a very caring guy. Numerous past guests came to visit him during our stay, even if they weren't staying at his guesthouse. He truly goes out of his way to build relationships with his guests and make lasting friendships. Future guests please review the guide he has and treat it like home so we can all continue to enjoy Sam's place (and preserve his sanity).

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2018

Verified traveler

Great experience, everything was clean and the owner was very welcoming and helpful. Best stay in Thailand.

8/10

Excellent

28 Jan 2018

Chi Kon

Best Hotel Services ever

Room was clean. The hotel owner Sam gave us the best services ever. Like arranging for tour for PP island. Taxi booking. Other staffs are very friendly and try their best to help whenever possible. We feel at home all the time. Highly recommended .

Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jan 2018

A

Great location, happy friendly welcoming staff. Close to amazing beach and nice restaurants

4/10

Poor

17 Dec 2017

Travel Cat

Dilapidated old hotel

The hotel is dilapidated and is in poor shape. The bathroom and the bedding were horrible.

8/10

Excellent

15 Dec 2017

Andrea

Pleasant stay.

The staff were very helpful in offering advice regarding sightseeing etc. The room was compact but comfortable. It was only short walk to the beach. It was very good that there were free beach mats and umbrellas available for guests. Must admit that when we first arrived at the property thought we'd gone to wrong place as the reception area, in my opinion, looked more like a hostel than boutique hotel, however, we had a nice stay.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

06 Dec 2017

Rudy

Hotel is acceptable

Hotel is acceptable

Good point:
Hotel location is not that far from the beach.


Medium points: There is not a real breakfast even if it was included but some snacks along the day.

Bad points:
Staff not welcoming except the owner.
Room very small
Room is not that clean, the walls was very dirty and even at the third floor we saw some cafards.

Hope I helped you to decide.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Dec 2017

Verified traveler

Stayed in different hotels. This one is the most clean & comfort one. Recommend!

10/10

Exceptional

06 Nov 2017

Aaron

best value, awesome owner!

sam, the owner, is amazing! great room for a reasonable price! 5/5 rating!

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2017

Verified traveler

Great value, great location.

Wonderful basic hotel. 5 minutes to shopping and the beach, with the best local restaurants just down the road. Sam the owner is an amazing host, and makes everybody feel very welcome. Incredible value for money. Would thoroughly recommend !

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2017

kevin

Fantastic stay in Kata Beach

Fantastic hotel. Close to beach, shops,restaurants.Very clean and comfortable. Owner Sam is a fantastic host who goes out of his way to help his guests. We will definitely be back next year.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Apr 2017

Esther

Didn't live up to the hype but good.

I booked here based on the rave reviews about Sam and the staff being so helpful and guests feeling like fa,ily. They were nice, professional and helpful but nothing beyond what we have experienced at other hotels. I don't know if the level of service had changed or if our expectations were set too high.
The room was great and kept clean. A lovely perk was having fruit, coffee and toast available all day long.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2017

Verified traveler

Cool ~ Clean ~ Budget ~ Boutique

Perfect

8/10

Excellent

17 Mar 2017

Verified traveler

budget hotel for sure!

please call to verify your room size & amenities. My brother & I both requested the same room details, but he got a much smaller room, nearly 1/2 the size of mine, & was not pleased. He eventually choose another hotel for the duration of our stay.
However, I enjoyed my room except for the street traffic noise. There is no pool, fitness room, or restaurant on the premises, but the price I paid was worth the deficiencies. The beach, shopping, & restaurants are within a very short walk from the hotel!

10/10

Exceptional

05 Feb 2017

Dan Poirier

Great service...friendly and helpful staff.

will be back

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2016

John

Simply the Best!

We loved the proximity of KBD to the beach. We spent 12 days in a suite with great AC. Maid service was IMMACULATE and the hotel was clean throughout. The roof top is perfect for catching morning sun rays! We used a taxi service owned by a husband and wife (Oh and Sai sp?) several times (at super rates) during our stay. Definitely check out the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary; the ONLY one that humanely treats and respects elephants.Sam graciously took us into Phuket town and showed us some interesting sights. Sam recommended the nearby Chai Thai restaurant (excellent!). The only downside had to do with (instant) coffee provided by KBD. However, “The Italian Job” opens at 7am and their coffee is delicious. A few doors away is a local produce stand that makes excellent real fruit smoothies! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Kata. Families and couples enjoy holidays in Kata; no proposition of any kind observed. The cost of living is low, so we tipped generously (e.g., KBD staff 40B for room cleaning and gave each one 1,000B before we left, 100-200B for massages/taxis). Folks in Kata are hard-working and hustle for business, but beneath is a genuine kindness and respect…saying some basic Thai expressions and leaving nice tips is a good way of reciprocating that respect. Rent taxi for Big Buddha. Go to Darrin (see Pe, Peem) and Phu (see Jan) massage (and Koko on the beach) for best massages. Sorry, but we only have 1500 characters for a review. So much to say. THANKS Sam & Kee!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Dec 2016

Graeme

Great hotel close to the beach!

Loved every part of my stay. The proprietor Sam was a terrific host and very helpful. He was also very kind. If I make it back to Phuket I would definitely come back to this hotel. Thanks for a great holiday Sam and Kee!!

10/10

Exceptional

27 Dec 2016

fiona

Convenient, clean and extremely friendly hosts

Loved our stay at the Inn, was a great location at an affordable price in peak Christmas period. Close to kata beach, shops, restaurants and bars, we will definitely return. Clean, cozy rooms and super friendly and helpful hosts.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Dec 2016

annabelle

Convenient, Affordable and Friendly

Sam was an Excellent Host and kindly advised me the best way to get around Phuket. The Staff were wonderful and helpful. I Really Loved, the FREE Bananas and Biscuits and Bread they had at reception ALL Day. It was a great, pleasant stay.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2016

Wendy

Great location

Sam and his staff made us feel very welcome. Sam was Extremely helpful in arranging hotel transfer and island activities. It was so convenient to have beach mats, towels and umbrella available for our short walk to the beach. I would love to stay here again!

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2016

Timothy

True Hospitality

There are some people that you come across in life that are truly hospitable to you. Sam is one of those people. He runs a tight and well-run small hotel, and made my stay in Phuket very comfortable. If you want a quiet and low-key place to stay in Phuket, this is the place to stay.

Tim

6/10

Pleasant

20 Feb 2016

Verified traveler

Budget stay

It's a very bare bones hotel. The rooms are small and toilet and bathroom
Are basically as one. The wall had a lot of dirty fingerprints on it as well which was kind of gross when you are sleeping next to it. The owner was very nice, but we had minimal
Interaction. Close to food/shops/beach

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jan 2016

Verified traveler

Cool place good location

The owner Sam is really nice and helpful. We enjoyed our stay and will come back one day

10/10

Exceptional

14 Dec 2015

David

A perfect stay

Very well situated, modern hotel. What sets it above all others is the friendliness of the staff and especially the owner(Sam). a great place to stay.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2015

Verified traveler

Great hotel close to beach. Sam is fantastic! Really great experience. Can't wait to go back!

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2015

Alan

We will be back, already sorry that we left!!

Could not speak highly enough about this hotel, excellent place to stay. Booked 4 nights and stayed 2 weeks!! We will be back. Sam the owner is one of the nicest people we have ever stayed with, really interesting guy, very friendly and extremely helpful, as were the rest of the staff. Great location, short walk to beautiful beach. Ask Sam to tell you how to get to the best coffee shop in Thailand!! [spoonful of sugar] :-)

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2015

Tarek

Satisfied

Excellent contact and welcome. Clean and professional.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2015

Verified traveler

Wonderful place to land

If you are looking for a place to stay in Kata, look no further. The owner and staff were all very kind and welcoming and created such a great atmosphere for the guests, who would often sit in the lobby and chat with the staff and one another over drinks or coffee or the free snacks and beverages. The rooms are clean, modern, and comfortable. Zero complaints. Great stay!

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2015

Pauline

Fantastic budget hotel close to the beach

This lived up to all the other excellent reviews on Expedia and other review sites. The room was a reasonable size and on a corner so had lots of windows (room 35) so very bright. The toilet/wet room is well laid out and of adequate size. There is an in-room safe, air-con and flatscreen tv as well as a small table and two chairs. Two small complimentary bottles of water are provided in the fridge daily. The fact that tea, coffee, biscuits, bread and jam are provided all day is a really great bonus. Sam the owner is so friendly and helpful, he did all he could to make my stay with elderly parents very comfortable. He even picked my bags up from our previous hotel and was about to drive us to the airport when our booked cab was late though it did turn up and get us there in good time. (Note: Friday evening traffic is bad in Phuket so allow extra time for airport transfers). I have only the highest praise for Sam and his team of staff who made our stay so enjoyable and would always recommend Kata Bai D Inn as a great place to stay if on a budget in Kata beach.

8/10

Excellent

19 Jan 2015

Verified traveler

Great basic hotel with friendly staff

Hotel is at a great location and the owner Sam is extremely friendly and accommodating. The room is basic but clean and well maintained. Will definitely stay at this hotel again and recommend to others.

8/10

Excellent

28 Dec 2014

Bond

Nice hotel location & warm welcome staff

A new 2 star hotel and clean, all rooms have modern, 5 minutes walk from the beach. Flat screen TV; safe box; great shower & hot enough, free tea, coffee, toast available all day. 1 minute walk to convenience store. Just there is a little noise from tarffic on the road, but still good for sleep.

8/10

Excellent

28 Dec 2014

Bond

Nice hotel location & warm welcome staff

A new 2 star hotel and clean, all rooms have modern, 5 minutes walk from the beach. Flat screen TV; safe box; great shower & hot enough, free tea, coffee, toast available all day. 1 minute walk to convenience store. Just there is a little noise from tarffic on the road, but still good for sleep.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Dec 2014

Ry

Friendly guesthouse at Kata beach

We had a great time at Kata Bai D. The staff was nice and welcoming. They had bread, fruit, coffee, and tea available 24 hours a day which was very nice. The room was a little bit small, but it wasn't too bad. The bed was really really big, so that was part of it. The bathroom was also a bit small, but we didn't seem to mind too much. The bed was comfortable and the shower was hot and clean. Overall we had a great stay at Kata Bai D

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2014

Hiram

Excellent location and service

Our stay was comfortable and clean, and Sam the host was kind and welcoming. The beach is a short walk away from the middle of Kata beach. Rooms are not particularly spacious, but clean, inviting, and well-kept. I would recommend this place to anyone who needs a place to stay or relax in Phuket.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2014

mommy & BBG

Fantastic stay!

SAM (owner) is the best!!!

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2014

Mitch

Nice, clean hotel close to the beach

The staff at this hotel are extremely kind and welcoming. The owner even took me out sightseeing for 1 of my 2 days. The rooms are clean and full of natural light. I highly recommend staying here.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2014

Verified traveler

Excellent place to stay in Kata Beach!

This is an outstanding place to stay. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The staff is welcoming and helpful. Complimentary toast, coffee, teaa, fruit, and cookies! 5 minute walk to the beach! Stay here! You will not be disappointed.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2014

Mariana

Do stay there!

I had some awesome days at Kata. The room was absolutely clean and cozy. The staff is friendly. Sam, the owner, is an amazing character that makes you feel at home. They also provide complimentary breakfast/snacks that are available all day long. When I go back to Kata, I'll go back to Kata Bai. Cheers!

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2020

Egil

Føl deg som hjemme i Kata

Dette var innertier. min kone og jeg har reist mye i jobbsammenheng og bodd på store hoteller. nå er vi pensjonister og liker små familiedrevne overnattingssteder med personlig service. På Kata Bai D inn var det som å komme hjem.Fantastisk vertskap, kort vei til stranden, alltid tilgjengelig matbit fra kjøleskapet, kaffe, te inkludert i prisen. Lån av strandhånkler, matter og parasoll. Ingen grunn til å velge andre steder.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Très bon accueil du staff, hotel bien placé et propre.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Oct 2018

Martin

Great calm Hotel with chill lobby

Amazing owner made me feel super welcome. Also helped with travel food and other tips. Higly recomended

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2018

Emi

Sam was an amazing host, always looking to advice us and make sure we would have the best experience in town. The hotel is walking distance to the beach. Kata Bai D is very welcomy and was such nice experience. Thank you Sam!

8/10

Excellent

19 Apr 2018

LORIS

A due passi da Kata Beach

Abbiamo soggiornato sei notti ad aprile al Kata Bai. I proprietari sono molto gentili, mettono a disposizione gratuitamente teli mare e ombrelloni, frutta biscotti caffè e marmellate per la colazione. La camera è molto grande e spaziosa, unico neo non c'è ascensore pertanto consiglio di chiedere una camera ai primi piani.

Partner