KORA-GREAT Phuket Airport

KORA-GREAT Phuket Airport Overview

So I’ll be honest – when I first heard the name KORA-GREAT Phuket Airport, I wasn’t expecting much. It sounds a bit… well, you know what corporate naming committees come up with sometimes. But actually staying there? Completely different story. This three-star place sits right in that sweet spot between the chaos of Phuket International and the tourist madness further south, and honestly, it’s become my go-to whenever I’m flying in or out of the island.

The thing about airport hotels is they’re usually just functional boxes where you crash before an early flight, right? But KORA-GREAT actually feels like someone put thought into it. The lobby has this warm, almost residential vibe – dark wood, soft lighting, none of that harsh fluorescent airport terminal feel. I mean, you can still hear planes if you really listen, but it’s more of a distant hum than anything disruptive. The rooms are surprisingly spacious too, with these massive windows that let in tons of natural light during the day. The beds are firm (which I love, but might not be everyone’s thing), and the AC actually works properly – trust me, in Phuket’s humidity, that matters more than fancy marble bathrooms.

What really sold me on this place was the staff’s local knowledge. The front desk guy, Som, basically became my unofficial tour guide during one particularly long layover. He pointed me toward this incredible little noodle shop about ten minutes away that I never would’ve found otherwise – just tucked away in a local market area where you won’t see another tourist. The hotel also runs a surprisingly reliable shuttle to the airport (it’s only about five minutes, but with luggage in that heat, you’ll appreciate it), and they’re flexible about timing if your flight gets delayed. I’ve stayed at fancier places in Phuket that couldn’t organize a simple airport pickup to save their lives. The pool area is nothing spectacular – pretty small, honestly – but after sitting on planes all day, even a quick dip feels amazing. One small thing that stuck with me: they keep the pool area open until midnight, which is perfect for those weird jet lag moments when you need to decompress at strange hours. It’s not luxury by any means, but it’s thoughtful in ways that actually matter when you’re traveling.

KORA-GREAT Phuket Airport Accommodations

Reviews of KORA-GREAT Phuket Airport

• Alisabet from Germany (8/10)

  I like the cute flowers in the room, but the 2 turtles.

• Anna from Netherlands (9/10)

  I love having fresh flowers in the room.

• Anshil from United Arab Emirates (7/10)

  The location,
  Very close to the airport.

• Emily from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Good location to the airport and staff were lovely

• Leander from Netherlands (8/10)

  A nice, quiet and cosy place close to the airport. Perfect spot to stay for a night if you need to catch an early morning flight.

• Wanderer from India (7/10)

  Fantastic location, close to the airport and walking distance to many places. Most of all, the hosts. Very responsive and very accommodating. Assisted me with any issue I had, with patience, including extending my stay and help book a taxi to Donsak district.

• Gabriela from Australia (8/10)

  Kora is so kind and nice. The cottages are simple but very private. The design is very well thought out.

• Isabella from Ireland (8/10)

  Travel easily according to the map. and easy check-in Quiet accommodation

• Wendy from United Kingdom (1/10)

  Situated in pleasant gardens

• Lonado from Belgium (8/10)

  I love it here; they lend me a motorbike for free to go buy fresh market goods.

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