Kata Beach Studio

Krastio Belev1 year ago

5/5

I was a bit skeptical about staying in this budget hotel, having seen words like "tired" "worn" and "bugs in lighting fixtures" in previous reviews. Than again, most reviews are quite dated, from the pre-COVID era. Since than the studios got overhauled, because in May '23 I found the rooms clean and well-kept, with new furniture and built-in LED lights. The lift is shiny, quiet and fast, the rooftop pool is enjoyable and the micro - lotus - lake is charming. The Burmese family taking care of the hotel are very friendly and helpful. Crystal brand drinking water came in glass bottles daily. The kitchen on the balcony is a nice addition, although I only managed to do some eggs with bacon once. FoodPanda smartphone App works great and has English interface - great for ordering both food and groceries to your doorstep. There are still quite a few restaurants within 5 min walking in both directions. Istanbul I enjoyed most, Highway Curry Indian and French Natalie's are also worth recommending. Kataview Guesthouse down the road did an excellent job with my laundry, packed it so tight in a plastic bag, that I found extra space in my suitcase on the flight back. Unfortunately, the Family Mart next door and the restaurant downstairs you see in the pictures no longer function, let's hope they will return with the tourists. One evening there was a problem with the water pumps and I ended up without tap water on the 5th floor. The hosts opened another studio on the second floor for me, which I used for toilet and shower only. The next morning the problem was fixed. My only remark would be about the towels. Spotlessly clean, but a little worn, might need replacement soon.