The Yama Hotel Phuket

Soi 2, Patak Road, Kata Village, Amphur Muang, Phuket, 83100 Kata Beach, Thailand·View on map

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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastAsian, American, Buffet

Description

The Yama Hotel Phuket is a 4-star hotel in Kata, Phuket, with rooms offering sea, pool or mountain views. Set on the hillside above the beachfront, it has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, restaurant, bar and spa and wellness centre. Free WiFi and free private parking are available, and a complimentary shuttle runs to the beach five times daily.

Accommodation ranges from 32 m² double and twin rooms to a 63 m² suite. The 41 m² Family Room sleeps up to four and has two super-king beds, while several categories have balconies or terraces. All rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a minibar, with views varying between sea, pool, mountain, city and landmark outlooks.

Asian and American breakfast is served buffet-style from 06:30 to 10:30, but is not included in the stay. Kata Beach is 1.2 km away, placing the hotel above rather than beside the sand. Couples can choose sea-view or pool-access rooms, while the suite and four-person Family Room offer different options for larger groups.

Rooms

8 room types · 32–63 m²

The eight categories range from 32 m² double and twin rooms to a 63 m² Suite, with a 41 m² Deluxe Double with Sea View and Family Room between them. Each has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, soundproofing and a minibar. Bathrooms include a bath or shower, with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries.

Views vary by category: mountain outlooks appear across the range, while selected rooms add sea, pool, city or landmark views. Several categories have a balcony or terrace, and the Superior Double Room with Pool Access has direct pool access. The Family Room sleeps up to four with two super-king beds; twin categories provide two single beds. The Suite is the largest at 63 m², while 32 m² categories offer either a super-king bed or a twin layout.

Superior Double or Twin Room with Sea View — The Yama Hotel Phuket

Superior Double or Twin Room with Sea View

32 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
BalconySea viewBath

At 32 m², this twin/double room has a balcony and views of the sea, pool and mountains. Its private bathroom includes a bath and shower, with toiletries and a bathrobe. Soundproofing and a minibar are included, and the room accommodates up to two people.

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Deluxe Double with Sea View — The Yama Hotel Phuket

Deluxe Double with Sea View

41 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Sea viewCity viewBalcony

The 41 m² Deluxe Double is larger than the 32 m² Superior categories and pairs a balcony with sea, pool and city views. It also has a sofa, bath and shower, bathrobe and toiletries. The room accommodates up to two people and has a super-king bed.

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Suite — The Yama Hotel Phuket

Suite

63 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
TerraceLandmark viewBath

At 63 m², the Suite is the largest option in the range. It has a terrace and views that include the sea, mountains, city and a landmark, plus a bath, shower, bathrobe and toiletries. Soundproofing and air conditioning are provided, with one super-king bed and capacity for two.

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Superior Double or Twin Room — The Yama Hotel Phuket

Superior Double or Twin Room

32 m² Max. 3 guests 2 Single bed
Mountain viewSafety deposit boxSofa

This 32 m² category has two single beds and a mountain view, with a sofa and safety deposit box. Its mountain outlook and twin layout distinguish it from the sea-view options. The bathroom has a shower, toiletries and a bathrobe, and the room accommodates up to two people.

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Superior Double Room with Pool Access — The Yama Hotel Phuket

Superior Double Room with Pool Access

32 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Pool viewBalconySea view

This 32 m² double room combines a balcony with sea and pool views, and its distinguishing feature is direct access to the pool. It has a bath and shower, bathrobe and toiletries, plus a minibar and soundproofing. It accommodates up to two people on a super-king bed.

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Family Room — The Yama Hotel Phuket

Family Room

41 m² Max. 4 guests 2 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Mountain viewTerraceBath

At 41 m², the Family Room accommodates up to four people and has two super-king beds. A balcony and terrace accompany mountain views, while the private bathroom includes a bath, shower, bathrobe and toiletries. It is the four-person category among the hotel’s eight room options.

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Superior King Room — The Yama Hotel Phuket

Superior King Room

32 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Mountain viewSofaSafety deposit box

This 32 m² double room combines a mountain view with a sofa and safety deposit box. Its single super-king layout distinguishes it from the twin Superior Double or Twin Room. The bathroom has a bath or shower, with a bathrobe and toiletries, and the room accommodates two.

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Superior Twin Room with Sea View — The Yama Hotel Phuket

Superior Twin Room with Sea View

32 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
Sea viewPool viewBalcony

This 32 m² twin room has two single beds, a balcony and views over the sea and pool. The bathroom has a bath and shower, with a bathrobe and toiletries; air conditioning and soundproofing are also included. Its coastal outlook distinguishes it from the mountain-view twin category, and it accommodates two.

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Facilities

55 facilities
Restaurant
Parking
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Spa & wellness centre
View
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Fitness centre

Dining centres on the on-site restaurant and bar, with a snack bar, kids' meals and a tea and coffee maker also available. Buffet breakfast is served from 06:30 to 10:30, with Asian and American choices; it is not included in the stay. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel, and free private parking is provided on site.

Outside the dining areas, the hotel has a sun terrace and outdoor furniture. You can book a cooking class, hire a bicycle, use the tour desk, or make use of the kids' club and babysitting service. A fitness centre, spa and wellness centre, hot tub and massage treatments cover exercise and relaxation. There is a lift, and wheelchair-accessible units are available. The hotel also has an airport shuttle, a 24-hour front desk, laundry service and daily housekeeping.

General

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
  • Kids' club
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Lift
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness
  • Hot tub

Food & drink

  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • View
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Sofa
  • Seating area
  • Desk

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet services

Parking

  • Accessible parking

The Yama Hotel Phuket is on Patak Road in Kata, above the coast on a hillside rather than beside the sand. Wat Kitti Sangkharam is 450 m away and Phuket Big Buddha is 900 m away; Kata Beach is 1.2 km from the hotel. Kata Noi Beach lies 1.7 km away. The uphill approach is steeper than a stay directly on the beachfront, and the hotel sits among the roads connecting Kata’s coastal strip with inland landmarks.

Phuket International Airport is 31.2 km away; the drive to Kata typically takes 60–75 minutes. Phuket Bus Terminal is 11.8 km from the hotel, while Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 14.3 km away. Patak Road is the access route through this part of Kata, and free private parking is available on site. A complimentary shuttle runs to the beach five times daily; an airport shuttle is also offered. Tell the hotel your expected arrival time in advance, as payment by bank transfer is required before arrival.

Mae Som Jid Fresh market is 1 km away, Kata Open Market is 1.2 km away, and Kata Walking Street Night Market is 1.4 km away. Mae Som Jid Fresh market serves daytime shopping, while Kata Walking Street Night Market is an evening option for food stalls and local shopping. Kata View Point, 2.7 km from the hotel, looks over the coast around Kata, Kata Noi and Karon. The markets and viewpoint provide different outings from the beach, with the local roads linking each stop to the Kata coast.

  • Wat Kitti Sangkharam
    A Buddhist pagoda close to the hotel on Kata's inland side.
    450 m
  • Phuket Big Buddha
    A major hilltop landmark to visit on a trip inland from Kata.
    900 m
  • Kata Beach
    A west-coast beach with a broad sandy shore and water activities.
    1.2 km
  • Kata Open Market
    A local market near the beach for food and evening browsing.
    1.2 km
  • Kata Walking Street Night Market
    An evening market for local food stalls and browsing in Kata.
    1.4 km
  • Kata Noi Beach
    A neighbouring bay with a sandy beach south of Kata.
    1.7 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want a pool-focused stay: guests praise the large outdoor pool, swim-up bar and views of Phuket Big Buddha.
  • ✓you want to reach the beach without relying on a walk down the hillside: the complimentary shuttle runs five times daily.
  • ✓you enjoy a varied morning meal: buffet breakfast offers Asian and American choices from 06:30 to 10:30.
  • ✓you are travelling as a family: the 41 m² Family Room sleeps up to four and has two super-king beds.
  • ✓you want exercise and spa facilities at the hotel: there is a fitness centre, spa and wellness centre, hot tub and massage treatments.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you want to step straight onto the sand: Kata Beach is 1.2 km away, and the hotel is on a steep hillside.
  • ✕you expect breakfast to be included automatically: buffet breakfast is available from 06:30 to 10:30, but is not included in the stay.
  • ✕you prefer not to pay before arrival or leave a cash deposit: payment by bank transfer is required in advance, along with a refundable THB 2,000 damage deposit.
  • ✕your party has more than four people and needs one room: the Family Room is the largest option and accommodates up to four.

What guests say

882 verified reviews
8.7

Guests frequently praise the welcoming, helpful staff, the large clean pool with a swim-up bar and Big Buddha views, and the varied buffet breakfast. Some describe the hillside setting as steep and distant from the beach; feedback on room cleanliness is mixed, with reports of dust or stains.

Staff9.2
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort9.0
Facilities9.0
Free WiFi8.8
Value for money8.7
Location7.7

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at The Yama Hotel Phuket cost?

Rates at The Yama Hotel Phuket vary with your dates, room category and season. For the current total for your stay, view the available rates through our booking partners.

How do I get to The Yama Hotel Phuket?

The Yama Hotel Phuket is on Patak Road in Kata, 31.2 km from Phuket International Airport; the drive to Kata typically takes 60–75 minutes. Phuket Bus Terminal is 11.8 km away. The hotel offers a beach shuttle five times daily, free private parking and an airport shuttle. Tell the hotel your expected arrival time in advance, and arrange the required pre-arrival bank transfer.

What is near The Yama Hotel Phuket?

Wat Kitti Sangkharam is 450 m from The Yama Hotel Phuket, and Phuket Big Buddha is 900 m away. Kata Beach and Kata Open Market are each 1.2 km away; Kata Walking Street Night Market is 1.4 km away. The hotel’s shuttle runs to the beach five times daily, while the markets offer daytime and evening stops around Kata.

Does The Yama Hotel Phuket serve breakfast?

The Yama Hotel Phuket serves buffet breakfast from 06:30 to 10:30, with Asian and American choices. Breakfast is available but is not included in the stay. The morning service provides a choice of local and Western-style dishes.

What pool and fitness facilities does The Yama Hotel Phuket have?

The Yama Hotel Phuket has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Guests praise the large, clean pool area, which has a swim-up bar and views of Phuket Big Buddha. A spa and wellness centre, hot tub and massage treatments are also available.

Which room at The Yama Hotel Phuket suits a family?

The 41 m² Family Room at The Yama Hotel Phuket accommodates up to four people and has two super-king beds. It has mountain views, a balcony and terrace, plus a private bathroom with a bath and shower. Other room categories accommodate up to two people.

Does The Yama Hotel Phuket require a deposit or pre-arrival payment?

The Yama Hotel Phuket requires payment by bank transfer before arrival and sends payment instructions after booking. A cash damage deposit of THB 2,000 is collected on arrival and returned at check-out after an inspection, subject to the room’s condition.

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