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Dusit Thani Laguna PhuketvsKata Rocks
Both hotels are praised by experts. Overall, Kata Rocks ranks marginally better than Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket. Kata Rocks is ranked #17 in Phuket with praise from 6 sources including Frommer's, Jetsetter and Oyster.
Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket
Concierge
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Oyster
390 Moo 1, Srisoonthorn Road, Cherngtalay, Talang, Cherngtalay, Phuket 83110, Thailand
From $49/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge "The Dusit Laguna pulls off the neat trick of projecting warmth and intimacy despite being part of the five-resort gated Laguna Phuket complex."
Frommer's "Suites are large and luxurious, while the new oceanfront pool villas are veritable palaces, occupying almost 300 sq. m (3,229 sq. ft.)." Full review
Travel + Leisure "there's an easy friendliness to the hotel, thanks, in part, to its location along the public Bang Chao Beach. ... The 226 rooms have a nautical-by-way-of-Thailand vibe...all with private balconies." Full review
Star Service "Commanding 400 hectares of landscaped grounds between a clear freshwater lagoon and a superb, secluded golden-sand beach, this sprawling resort is threaded by pathways among Thai-style buildings." Full review
i
DVD players are available free upon request, with a movie library set up in the lobby.
OysterUpscale
"Beach-lovers flock here for the white sand shores of Bang Tao Bay, and there's plenty of activities for sports-lovers as well." Full review
Kata Rocks
Condé Nast Traveler
Jetsetter Oyster
The Telegraph Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
86/22 Koktanode Road, Kata Beach, Phuket 83100, Thailand
From $286/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler "This resort's terraced lofts, villas, and penthouses come with private pools and iPads to control lighting, temperature, music, TV, blinds, and service requests. " Full review
Jetsetter "Designer all-villa retreat in southwest Phuket with sensational Andaman Sea views and a sublime spa." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The 34 contemporary, minimalist apartments at Kata Rocks are unrivaled in an area where simple, traditional hotels are the norm." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Think a minimalist vibe, swanky multi-room villas, and fabulous Andaman sea views from its spectacular cliff-side location." Full review
i
Don't miss the excellent spa, or yacht-spotting from the poolside bar.
Frommer's "Seclusion, privacy, and service—those elements make Kata Rocks a worthwhile “splash out” choice" Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Kata's newest luxury offering is a coolly contemporary all-white beauty, poised on cliffs between the two beaches." Full review
Michelin Guide "Lavish villas with huge private terraces, private infinity pools, walk-in showers, and fully equipped kitchens made with Italian wine fridges and German appliances." Full review
