Sugar Marina Hotel -POP- Kata Beach

Sugar Marina Hotel -POP- Kata Beach Overview

You know what caught me off guard about Sugar Marina Hotel -POP- Kata Beach? The name sounds almost gimmicky, but honestly, this place has way more personality than I expected from a four-star property in this part of Phuket. I mean, Kata Beach itself is already that perfect middle ground between the chaos of Patong and the sleepy vibe of the smaller beaches, but this hotel actually manages to capture that same balance.

The whole “POP” concept – which I gather is meant to be their fun, colorful take on hospitality – actually works pretty well in practice. The lobby hits you with these bright, playful colors that could easily feel tacky, but somehow they pulled it off without making it look like a kids’ hotel. What I really appreciated was how they’ve positioned themselves right in the heart of Kata, literally a few minutes’ walk from the beach, but also close enough to those little local restaurants along Kata Road that most tourists never discover. There’s this fantastic som tam place about two blocks away that the hotel staff actually recommended – you don’t usually get those kinds of insider tips at chain properties.

The rooms are… well, they’re solid for what you’re paying. Nothing groundbreaking, but the beds are comfortable and the AC works reliably (which, let’s be honest, is half the battle in Thailand). I stayed during shoulder season in October, and while the hotel wasn’t completely full, there was still a nice energy around the pool area without feeling overcrowded. The pool itself is probably the highlight – it’s got this fun, Instagram-worthy vibe during the day, but it actually quiets down nicely in the evenings. What surprised me was how well they handle the practical stuff too. Check-in was smooth, they’ve got decent WiFi throughout, and parking isn’t the nightmare it can be in some parts of Kata. The breakfast spread is pretty standard international fare, though they do throw in some decent Thai options that aren’t just token gestures. One thing to keep in mind – this area can get a bit lively at night since you’re close to some of the beach bars, but it’s not Bangla Road levels of madness. If you’re a super light sleeper, maybe request a room facing away from the main road. Overall though, for a mid-range stay in Kata, this place delivers on its promise of being fun without being frivolous, and convenient without feeling touristy.

Hotels near me in Phuket offer convenient access to pristine beaches, where guests can easily walk to Phi Phi Islands ferry terminals, Big Buddha temple, and world-renowned beach clubs in tropical surroundings.

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Reviews of Sugar Marina Hotel -POP- Kata Beach

• Margarita from Russia (8/10)

  Классный отель для детей, все новенькое

• Tommi from Finland (7/10)

• Iana from Russia (2/10)

  The only thing we liked about this hotel is the room size – we had a Superior Bunk -bed.

• Туяков from Kazakhstan (7/10)

  Удобства расположения. Новый отель.

• Marina from Russia (8/10)

  Отличное расположение, все под рукой, но при этой в отеле тихо и не слышно шумной дороги. Стильный отель. Отличный персонал. Компактная территория, на которой даже есть 2 водные маленькие горочки

• Marina from Russia (8/10)

  Отель совершенно новый, открыт в декабре 2024. Стильный но местами не продуманный, ниже пишу недостатки. Комнаты не большие. Кровать прекрасна, но состоит из двух матрасов. Отель семейный. Есть детские водные горки 2 штуки. Красивый фигурный бассейн. Расположен в центре всей инфраструктуры Каты, но при этом в самом отеле дороги не слышно! Приветливый персонал, передаем привет Thandar

• Halil from Turkey (4/10)

  Tesisin sadece konumu güzel.

• Sandro from Italy (8/10)

  Camera familiare grandissima. Letti a castello con lo scivolo per scendere, i bambini si sono stradivertiti! Letto matrimoniale enorme, avremmo potuto dormirci in 4. Materasso eccellente, comodissimo. Bagno imperiale grande come un b&b a Londra.
  Piscina molto bella con scivoli e materassoni. Colazione eccezionale, dolce, salato, tutto in grande abbondanza e con tanta varietà. Posizione dell'hotel ottimale per andare ovunque.

• Ian from United Kingdom (8/10)

• Adel from Saudi Arabia (7/10)

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