283/1 Patak Road, Karon Subdistrict, 83100 Karon Beach, Thailand
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Sala Bua Room Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard the name Sala Bua Room, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. It sounds almost mystical, doesn’t it? But after spending a few nights there, I can tell you this three-star spot absolutely punches above its weight class. The 9.4 rating isn’t just numbers on a screen – you feel it the moment you walk through the door.

What really got me was how the staff seemed to anticipate exactly what you needed before you even knew you needed it. I mean, I’m usually pretty low-maintenance when I travel, but there’s something about the way they run this place that makes you feel genuinely looked after. The rooms themselves have this interesting blend of traditional touches with modern comfort – not in that forced, trying-too-hard way that some boutique places do, but more like someone’s stylish relative designed a space they’d actually want to live in. The beds are seriously comfortable (I’m picky about mattresses), and honestly, the shower pressure was better than what I have at home. You know those little bathroom amenities that are usually terrible? Well, these actually smelled amazing and didn’t leave your skin feeling like sandpaper.

The whole vibe is relaxed without being sleepy, if that makes sense. During the day, there’s this gentle energy – people coming and going, quiet conversations in the common areas, but never chaotic. Evenings get even better when things settle down and you can really appreciate the thoughtful details they’ve put into the design. I noticed they keep the lighting just right – not too bright, not too dim – which sounds minor but actually makes such a difference when you’re trying to unwind. The housekeeping is thorough without being intrusive, and they seem to have figured out that perfect timing where your room gets refreshed but you never feel like you’re being rushed out. What impressed me most, though, was how the place manages to feel intimate despite clearly being well-run and professional. It’s not trying to be the biggest or flashiest option around, and that restraint actually works in its favor. You get the sense that they’ve focused on doing the fundamentals really, really well rather than chasing trends or cramming in unnecessary features.

Sala Bua Room Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Deluxe King Room1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
Standard Double Room1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
Family Room with Balcony2 extra-large double beds for 4 adults, 1 child
Deluxe Family Room2 extra-large double beds for 4 adults, 1 child
Double Room with Terrace1 large double bed for 2 adults
King Room with Balcony1 large double bed for 2 adults
Family Double Room2 large double beds for 4 adults
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Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Chalong Pier: 6 km
  • Penguin Club: 5 km
  • Phuket Square: 2.7 km
  • Kata View Point: 5 km
  • Fantasy Kidzooona: 8 km
  • Up & Un Playground: 2.3 km
  • Phuket Seashell Museum: 8 km
  • Land & House Park Phuket: 6 km
  • Детская Площадка: 8 km
  • Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Muang National Park: 8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Casa Nostra: 50 m
  • Restaurant Restaurant Piter: 30 m
  • Restaurant High Dose Cafe & Kitchen: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Promthep Cape: 11 km
  • Suan Luang Park: 13 km
  • Thai Hua Museum: 15 km
  • Chinpracha House: 15 km
  • Windmill Viewpoint: 10 km
  • Khaokhad View Tower: 17 km
  • Saphan Hin Mining Monument: 15 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Andaman Sea: 300 m

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Kata Beach: 2.1 km
  • Siam Beach: 7 km
  • Karon Beach: 500 m
  • Freedom Beach: 7 km
  • Kata Noi Beach: 3.5 km

Public transport:

  • Bus Phuket Bus Terminal: 16 km
  • Bus Phuket Bus Terminal 2: 19 km

Closest airports:

  • Phuket International Airport: 43 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Terrace

Wellness:

  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage Additional charge

Activities:

  • Cooking class Additional charge Off-site
  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water park Additional charge Off-site
  • Snorkelling Additional charge Off-site
  • Diving Additional charge Off-site
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Additional charge Off-site
  • Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
  • Fishing Additional charge Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Thai

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out Additional charge

Parking Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).:

  • Street parking
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House Rules at Sala Bua Room

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 13:00 to 22:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • From 03:00 to 11:00

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.

Guest reviews

Staff:

10.0

Comfort:

9.2

Location:

9.4

Free WiFi:

8.4

Facilities:

9.1

Cleanliness:

9.5

Value for money:

9.5