

Coral Inn Overview
I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to Coral Inn, I wasn’t expecting much from this three-star place. You know how it is with mid-range hotels, they can really go either way. But honestly? This little gem surprised me in all the right ways.
What struck me immediately was how the staff actually seemed to care about what they were doing. The front desk clerk (I think her name was Maria) took the time to explain the local bus routes without me even asking, and she had this genuine smile that you just can’t fake. The lobby’s nothing fancy – think comfortable couches that have seen some years but are still inviting, and there’s this subtle coral theme throughout that’s tasteful without being overwhelming. I mean, at least they committed to their name, right? The whole place has this relaxed, unpretentious vibe that made me feel like I could actually unwind instead of worrying about whether I was fancy enough to be there.
The rooms are what I’d call “thoughtfully simple” – everything you need without unnecessary clutter. My room faced the street side, and while there was some traffic noise during rush hour, it wasn’t the kind that keeps you up at night. The bed was surprisingly comfortable (I’m picky about mattresses), and the shower had excellent water pressure, which honestly matters more to me than marble countertops. What I really appreciated were the little touches – decent coffee maker, enough outlets near the bed for all your devices, and blackout curtains that actually work. The air conditioning was quiet too, which is something you don’t always get at this price point. Housekeeping did a solid job throughout my stay, and they didn’t bother you early in the morning like some places do.
You know what really won me over though? It’s the kind of place where you can grab the front desk person and ask about the best local taco spot, and they’ll give you directions to where they actually eat, not just the tourist traps. The location puts you close enough to the main attractions without being in the thick of all the chaos and inflated prices. There’s decent parking (not free, but reasonable), and I felt safe walking around the neighborhood even after dark. Look, this isn’t going to be your Instagram-worthy luxury experience, but sometimes you just want a clean, comfortable place where the WiFi works and nobody’s trying to nickle and dime you for every little thing. For what you pay, Coral Inn delivers exactly what it promises – and in my experience, that’s actually pretty rare these days.
Coral Inn Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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Coral Deluxe Double Room with Sea View | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
Coral Superior Double Room | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
Coral Deluxe Double Room with Seaview – B | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
Coral Junior Suite | 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |


Reviews of Coral Inn
Miro from Switzerland (9/10)
very friendly staff, nice room
Anastasiia from Lithuania (9/10)
The main advantage of this hotel is that it's just next to the best part of the Karon beach. Overall a good stay for its price, thank you!
Dlreid from Australia (9/10)
Fantastic location, staff, and the manager made our stay an enjoyable experience. I can't thank the hotel enough. If I could have given 10 stars, then I would.
Karen from United Kingdom (8/10)
Close your the beach
Close your restaurants and bars
Decent size roomCheah from Singapore (7/10)
Location
Ana from Romania (8/10)
The location is great, near the beach and the main street of shops and restaurants. The room was nice decorated, with everything you needed, and very clean.
Peter from Australia (9/10)
An excellent location, a very clean and well maintained room and friendly staff. After check out I left my bags and went to the beach. On return for bags, I was offered a room to shower and change.
Johan from South Africa (9/10)
Close to the beach, restaurants and shops.
Andrea from Croatia (9/10)
We were in center of everything.
Dmitry from Russia (9/10)
The best location and the best service, great staff!
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Chalong Pier: 9 km
- Penguin Club: 3.7 km
- Phuket Square: 500 m
- Kata View Point: 6 km
- Arunsoms Dog Run: 7 km
- Fantasy Kidzooona: 6 km
- Patong Playground: 7 km
- Up & Un Playground: 150 m
- Land & House Park Phuket: 8 km
- Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Muang National Park: 6 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Plove: 100 m
- Cafe/bar Bar With No Name: 50 m
- Restaurant Tiki Tees Bar & Restaurant: 100 m
Top attractions:
- Promthep Cape: 13 km
- Thai Hua Museum: 18 km
- Chinpracha House: 17 km
- Windmill Viewpoint: 12 km
- Phuket Seashell Museum: 10 km
- Saphan Hin Mining Monument: 18 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Andaman Sea: 2.3 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Kata Beach: 3.3 km
- Karon Beach: 50 m
- Merlin Beach: 7 km
- Patong Beach: 6 km
- Freedom Beach: 5 km
Public transport:
- Bus Phuket Bus Terminal: 18 km
Closest airports:
- Phuket International Airport: 41 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Wardrobe or closet
General:
- Minimarket on site
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Tile/marble floor
- Non-smoking rooms
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Terrace
Services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Tour desk
- Laundry Additional charge
- 24-hour front desk
Living Area:
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Restaurant
Room Amenities:
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken:
- English
- Burmese
- Russian
- Thai
Safety & security:
- CCTV in common areas
- Key card access
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tour desk
- Street parking
Parking Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).:
- Street parking


House Rules at Coral Inn
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out:
- From 11:00 to 12:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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