Buy an Apartment in Kata, Phuket

Kata is a resort area on the south-west coast of Phuket around two beaches: the big Kata Beach, also called Kata Yai, and the small Kata Noi beyond the headland to the south. It has light sand and clear water in the dry season, waves for surfing in summer, Koh Pu island right off the beach, restaurants, massage and a night market — and Karon Beach and the Three Beaches viewpoint next door. Below: where Kata is on the map of Phuket, how Kata and Kata Noi beaches differ, what to see, which apartments are for sale and how a foreigner can buy property in Kata.

Listings in this district

• 1-Bedroom Plus with Mountain View in The Katabello — 6,600,000 ฿ (≈ $195,000)
• 1-Bedroom with Mountain View in The Katabello — 4,950,000 ฿ (≈ $146,000)
• Freehold 1-Bedroom with Mountain View in The Katabello — 4,400,000 ฿ (≈ $130,000)
• Furnished 1-Bedroom with Pool View in The Katabello — 5,800,000 ฿ (≈ $171,000)
• Compact Freehold 1-Bedroom with Pool View in The Katabello — 4,300,000 ฿ (≈ $127,000)
• Freehold Pool View 1-Bedroom in The Katabello — 4,300,000 ฿ (≈ $127,000)

Prices by apartment type

• 1 bedroom — from 4,300,000 ฿ (≈ $127,000) (6)

Prices in US dollars are indicative and converted at the current rate — deals are settled in Thai baht. You can switch the currency in the header: USD, EUR, RUB, CNY.

Projects in this district

• The Katabello

Why this district

A beach for swimming

Kata is one of the most convenient beaches on the island: sand, a gentle entry into the water and a calm sea from November to April. You can swim right by your home, without driving to other beaches.

Surfing in summer

From May to October waves reach Kata, and the beach becomes the main surf spot in Phuket: schools, board rental and instructors right on the sand.

A resort at hand

Restaurants, cafés, massage, shops, a night market and pharmacies are within walking distance. Yet Kata is calmer than Patong and suits families.

Rental demand

Kata is one of the most popular places with tourists in Phuket, so apartments near the beach are in demand for short-term and seasonal rental.

Kata on the map of Phuket

Kata is an area on the south-west coast of Phuket, in the Karon tambon (sub-district) of Mueang Phuket district. To the north it borders Karon Beach, to the south beyond the headland lies Kata Noi Beach, and further along the coastal road — the Three Beaches viewpoint and Nai Harn. To the east the area is bounded by hills, with Chalong and the Big Buddha behind them.

The area has two parts: Kata Beach (Kata Yai) with the main street, hotels and restaurants, and the quiet Kata Noi beach in a bay to the south. Between the beaches and along the road up the hills there are low-rise condominiums, hotels and villas.

Approximate distances by road:

• Karon Beach — about 3 km, 5–10 minutes
• Patong — about 11 km, 25–30 minutes
• Nai Harn — about 10 km, 20 minutes
• Rawai — about 12 km, 25 minutes
• Phuket Old Town — about 15 km, 30 minutes
• Phuket International Airport — about 50 km, about an hour

The area page has a map with the catalogue listings and distances from the projects to the island's key places.

Where Kata is

In search, Kata is sometimes confused with similar names. Kata is a beach and an area on the south-west coast of Phuket, not a separate island. Kathu Waterfall, which people also look for in Phuket, is in another area — Kathu, in the centre of the island between Patong and Phuket Town. This page is only about the Kata area by Kata and Kata Noi beaches.

How to get to Kata

From Phuket Airport, the island's main highway leads south to Kata, then the road through Phuket Town or along the west coast through Kamala, Patong and Karon. By taxi or transfer the trip takes about an hour, longer in traffic. Taxis are easy to book via the Grab and Bolt apps.

Songthaews — open truck-buses — run from Phuket Town to Kata, but residents and tourists usually travel by motorbike, car or taxi. Within Kata a lot is within walking distance: the beach, restaurants, shops and the market.

How Kata differs from neighbouring areas

Kata is a beach resort, but without Patong's noise. In Patong life revolves around nightclubs and Bangla Road, in Rawai around year-round expat life, in Bang Tao around the Laguna resorts and new developments. In Kata the beach comes first: people swim, sunbathe, learn to surf and stroll the streets with restaurants in the evening.

The second difference is surfing. In summer, during the south-west monsoon, waves reach Kata, and the beach gathers surfers from all over the island. The third is the family atmosphere: Kata has many family-friendly hotels, and the nightlife is calm — bars and live music rather than clubs.

Parts of the area: where to look for property

By Kata Beach

The central part of the area by the big beach: the main street with restaurants, cafés, massage and shops, hotels by the sea and low-rise condominiums a few minutes from the sand. Convenient for those who want to live by the beach and walk everywhere. The downside: more people and cars in high season.

Kata Noi

A quiet bay to the south beyond the headland. There are fewer shops and restaurants here, but it is calmer and more beautiful: the beach is surrounded by green hills, and hotels stand on the slopes. Suits those who value quiet and are ready to drive to Kata or Karon for shopping.

The hills above Kata

On the slopes above the beaches there are villas and condominiums with views of the sea and Koh Pu. The views here are the best in the area, but the roads are steep, and you usually drive rather than walk to the beach. Living on the hills without a motorbike or car is inconvenient.

Between Kata and Karon

The streets between Kata and Karon beaches are a transition zone with restaurants, shops, Karon Plaza and markets. Both beaches are equally close from here. This is where The Katabello is being built, a few minutes from Kata Beach.

Kata Beach

Kata Beach, or Kata Yai (big Kata), is a wide beach with light sand about one and a half kilometres long. The entry into the water is gentle, and in the dry season the water is clear and calm, so families with children love the beach. Opposite the beach is the small green island of Koh Pu, and there is good snorkelling by the rocks at the southern end.

From May to October, during the south-west monsoon, waves rise on the beach. At that time you can swim only between the lifeguards' flags, but the beach becomes a surfing hub. Along the beach there are sunbeds and umbrellas, board rental, cafés and massage.

Kata Beach: reviews

Reviews of Kata Beach praise the sand, the clear water and the easy entry into the sea, surfing in summer, the restaurants nearby and the fact that it is calmer than Patong. The downsides mentioned are crowds and sunbeds in high season, waves and currents in the rainy season and traffic on the main street. The advice from reviews: choose the dry season for swimming, and in the rainy season watch the lifeguards' flags.

Kata Noi Beach

Kata Noi (small Kata) is a small beach in a separate bay south of Kata Beach, about 700 metres long. It is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Phuket: light sand, clear water and green hills all around. There are fewer people here than on the big Kata, and you can snorkel by the rocks.

Hotels occupy almost the whole shore, but beaches in Thailand are public, and anyone can come. In the rainy season Kata Noi also gets waves and currents, so the rules are the same: swim near the lifeguards.

Kata or Karon: which beach is better

Karon is the neighbouring beach to the north, longer and wider than Kata, with coarser sand and large hotels. Kata is more compact and cosy, the entry into the water is softer, and more cafés and shops are within walking distance. Karon is chosen for space and long walks along the shore, Kata for the convenience of the beach and the atmosphere. Many people live by one beach and walk to the other: they are a few minutes apart.

The Three Beaches viewpoint

South of Kata Noi, on the road to Nai Harn, there is a viewpoint from which you can see three beaches at once — Kata Noi, Kata and Karon. It is one of the most famous photo spots in Phuket, especially in the morning and at sunset. The viewpoint is often called Karon Viewpoint or Kata Viewpoint.

Koh Pu island

Koh Pu is a small green island opposite Kata Beach that appears in most photos of the beach. In calm weather people paddle to it by kayak and SUP and snorkel around it. In the rainy season it is better not to go out to the island because of the waves and currents.

Surfing in Kata

Kata is the main surf spot in Phuket. From May to October the south-west monsoon brings waves to the beach, and surf schools, board rental and instructors work along the shore. Beginners learn on soft waves near the shore, experienced surfers catch the waves by the headland.

From November to April the sea is calm, and instead of surfing people in Kata snorkel, paddleboard and kayak. Near the beach there are surf cafés, board shops and bars where surfers gather.

Night market and evening life

Kata has a night market with street food, fruit, clothes and souvenirs — one of the area's most popular places in the evening. The market's days and hours change with the seasons, so it is best to check on site.

In the evening Kata is calm: restaurants with seafood and Thai food, bars with live music, cafés and massage parlours. There are no loud clubs — for nightlife people go to Patong, about 30 minutes away.

Hotels in Kata

Kata is one of the island's main resorts, so there are many hotels: large beach resorts, boutique hotels on the hills, budget hotels on the streets between the beaches and guesthouses. At Kata Noi hotels stand on the slopes above the bay. Club Med Phuket occupies part of Kata Beach.

Many guests who come to a hotel for a week later return to Phuket for a whole season — to a rented apartment. That is why apartments near the beach in Kata are in demand for rental.

Weather in Kata

From November to April Phuket has its dry season: sun, a calm sea and the most comfortable beach weather. From May to October comes the south-west monsoon season: showers, usually short, wind and waves on the western beaches, including Kata. The average temperature is about 27–32 °C all year round.

Kata is on the west coast, open to the monsoon, so in summer the sea here is rough — it is a time for surfing, not swimming. Those who want to swim all year round find it easier in summer to drive to the beaches of the south and east coasts.

What to see in Kata and nearby

• Kata Beach and Koh Pu island
• Kata Noi Beach
• the Three Beaches viewpoint
• Karon Beach and Karon Plaza
• Kata night market
• the Big Buddha on Nakkerd Hill — about 20 minutes
• Wat Chalong temple — about 20 minutes
• Nai Harn and Promthep Cape — about 20–25 minutes
• Phuket Old Town — about 30 minutes

Tours from Kata

Trips to Phi Phi, Racha, James Bond Island and Phang Nga Bay can be booked at agencies in Kata or online — usually a transfer picks you up at your hotel or home. Boats to the distant islands leave from Chalong and Rawai piers, 20–25 minutes away.

Sport and outdoor activities

Besides surfing, people in Kata snorkel, paddleboard and kayak, and run along the beach in the morning and evening. The area has fitness clubs, yoga studios and Muay Thai gyms, while the large Muay Thai camps are in neighbouring Chalong and Rawai. The Phuket Country Club golf course is about 15 km away.

Restaurants and cafés

Kata has restaurants for every taste: Thai food and seafood, Italian and European restaurants, breakfast cafés, bakeries, surf bars and street food at the market. In high season popular places are full in the evening; in the rainy season many work as usual for residents.

Shops and everyday life

Kata has everything for daily shopping: 7-Eleven and FamilyMart stores, mini-marts, pharmacies, laundries, motorbike and car rental. Supermarkets are in neighbouring Karon and on the road to Chalong. For big purchases people go to Central Phuket or the shopping malls of Phuket Town — about 30–40 minutes.

Schools and kindergartens

Kata and Karon have kindergartens and language schools. The island's large international schools are in Chalong, Phuket Town and Kathu: according to The Katabello developer, BCIS school is about 8 km away and HeadStart about 14 km. Families who live in Kata permanently usually drive their children to school.

Healthcare

Kata and Karon have clinics, dentists and pharmacies: according to The Katabello developer, the Health Plus clinic is about 1 km away. Large hospitals with emergency departments are in Phuket Town, for example Bangkok Hospital Phuket — about 20 km. For life on the island it is worth getting health insurance right away.

Transport in Kata

Kata is easy to get around on foot: the beach, restaurants and shops are close. For trips around the island residents rent a motorbike or car — monthly rental is noticeably cheaper. Taxis are booked via Grab and Bolt. Songthaews run to Phuket Town. The main street by the beach can be busy in season, so parking at the complex is an important advantage.

Property in Kata

What kind of property is for sale

The Kata market is resort-style and low-rise. There are condominiums of 4–8 floors with pools, condo-hotels, apart-hotels and villas on the hills. Apartments are built mainly for holidays and rental: studios and one-bedroom apartments, less often two bedrooms and penthouses. There is little free land near the beach, so new projects appear rarely.

Which projects are in the catalogue

The catalogue currently has The Katabello: a Mediterranean-style resort condominium by the Asset Wise group a few minutes from Kata Beach, with lagoons, a man-made beach and a rooftop pool. Apartments in the building under construction are offered as resales by first buyers. The area catalogue keeps growing: current apartments, projects and prices are in the blocks above on this page.

What affects the price

• distance to Kata or Kata Noi beach by road
• view of the sea, Koh Pu or the hills
• format: studio, apartment, penthouse or villa
• stage: off-plan, completed building or resale
• ownership: foreign quota, Thai quota or long-term lease
• complex management and whether short-term rental is allowed
• floor, furniture and condition

How a foreigner can buy an apartment in Kata

A foreigner can buy an apartment freehold in a registered condominium if the building has free foreign quota — up to 49% of the apartments' area. The money for the purchase is transferred from abroad to a Thai bank, and the bank issues a transfer certificate — it is needed to register ownership at the Land Department.

If there is no foreign quota, the apartment can be registered as a long-term lease (leasehold) — usually for 30 years with a right of renewal. Which form suits a particular apartment, we check before the reservation.

How to buy a villa in Kata

A foreigner cannot buy land in Thailand freehold. So a villa is usually structured like this: the land on a long-term lease and the house owned in the buyer's name. There are other structures, but each must be checked with a lawyer before signing: taxes, inheritance and the ability to resell depend on the structure.

Off-plan or completed property

Off-plan means a developer payment plan, a new building and modern pools, but you have to wait for completion. A completed property — you can move in or rent it out right away and see how the complex lives. A separate option is a resale in a building under construction: the apartment is bought from the first buyer before completion, often at a price below the developer's price at that moment.

Off-plan resale: what it is and how to check it

An off-plan resale is buying an apartment in a building under construction from a person who has already signed a contract with the developer. The buyer takes their place in the contract and continues paying according to the schedule. Before buying, we check:

• the developer's consent to the transfer and its fee
• how much has been paid and how much remains on the schedule
• the ownership form and quota for this apartment
• the contract terms: completion date, specification, penalties
• the seller's documents and the absence of debts

What to check before buying

• the ownership form and availability of foreign quota
• the land title and building permit
• the developer and its completed projects
• maintenance fees and the sinking fund
• whether short-term rental is allowed in the building and who manages it
• what is included in the specification and furniture
• for resales — maintenance debts and transfer conditions
• the distance to the beach by road, not in a straight line

Renting in Kata

Kata is one of the most in-demand areas in Phuket for rental. In high season apartments near the beach are rented by tourists for a week or two, families for a month and winter visitors for the whole season. In the rainy season demand is lower, but it is supported by surfers and people who live on the island permanently. For the owner this means higher rates in season, but also more guest changeovers, so a good management company matters.

Life in Kata: pros and cons

Pros

• a beach for swimming by your home, clear water in the dry season
• surfing from May to October
• restaurants, cafés, a market and shops within walking distance
• calmer than Patong, good for families
• high rental demand
• Karon Beach, Kata Noi and the Three Beaches viewpoint nearby

Cons

• many tourists and traffic in high season
• waves and currents in the rainy season
• far from the airport — about an hour
• large shopping malls and hospitals are 30–40 minutes away
• little free land, new projects appear rarely

Kata or neighbouring areas

Kata or Karon

Karon is the neighbouring beach to the north, longer and more spacious, with large hotels. Kata is cosier, and everything you need is closer to the water. The two areas have almost merged: many people live between them and walk to both beaches.

Kata or Patong

Patong is the island's nightlife centre: clubs, Bangla Road, shopping malls. Kata is quieter and more family-oriented, and the beach is better for swimming. Patong is chosen for entertainment, Kata for the beach and a relaxed holiday.

Kata or Rawai

Rawai in the south is an area for year-round living: schools, a market, sport and an expat community, but Rawai beach itself is not for swimming. Kata is a resort with a beach by your home and tourists, convenient for short-term rental. Rawai is for living, Kata for holidays and rental.

Kata or Bang Tao

Bang Tao in the north-west has the Laguna resorts, Boat Avenue, many new developments and is closer to the airport. Kata is in the south-west — a compact resort with the beach within walking distance and surfing. Bang Tao is chosen for infrastructure and new projects, Kata for the beach and the atmosphere.

Seasons in Kata

High season is from November to April: sun, a smooth sea, the beach full of holidaymakers, restaurants open late. Low season is from May to October: rain, wind, waves and surfers, fewer tourists and lower prices. Kata does not empty in summer: people come for surfing and a quiet holiday.

Kata month by month

• November–December: the start of the dry season, the sea calms down, winter visitors arrive
• January–February: the driest and clearest weather, peak season
• March–April: the hottest months, a calm sea, a good time for snorkelling around Koh Pu
• May–June: the start of the rainy and surf season, fewer people
• July–August: waves on the beach, surf schools work every day
• September–October: the rainiest months, the area lives quietly

Cost of living in Kata

The cost of living in Kata depends on your habits. Thai food at the market and in street cafés is inexpensive, while restaurants by the beach and imported groceries are noticeably more expensive than inland. The main expenses are housing, transport, health insurance and electricity for air conditioning. In high season prices near the beach are higher, in the rainy season lower.

Owner's costs

Besides the property price, the owner pays:

• the monthly maintenance fee of the complex — at a rate per m²
• a one-off contribution to the sinking fund at purchase
• taxes and fees at ownership registration
• electricity, water and internet by meter
• home insurance — optional
• management and cleaning if the property is rented out

Exact rates depend on the complex — we check them for the specific apartment.

How the purchase works: step by step

1. We define the goal: living, renting or both, the budget and the format.
2. We select apartments in Kata and neighbouring areas and send you a shortlist.
3. We show properties and show units in person or by video call.
4. We check the developer, documents, quota and costs.
5. You reserve the apartment and sign the contract.
6. You transfer payments from abroad according to the schedule.
7. You register ownership or the lease at the Land Department.
8. You receive the keys, and we help with management and rental.

Checklist: how to choose property in Kata

• decide what matters more: living by Kata Beach, on quiet Kata Noi or with a view on the hills
• check the walking route to the beach, not the straight-line distance
• find out whether short-term rental is allowed in the building
• check whether there is parking — it is rare near the beach
• decide whether you will have a motorbike or car
• check the ownership form and quota
• calculate all running costs
• compare with neighbouring areas — Karon and Rawai

Kata for different goals

For holidays

Kata is one of the best areas in Phuket for a holiday by the sea: a beach for swimming by your home, restaurants and a market nearby, surfing in summer. Suits those who come to the island for a vacation or for the winter.

For families

A gentle entry into the water in the dry season, a calm evening life, hotels and cafés for children. The downside: large schools and hospitals are a 20–40 minute drive away.

For investment

Investment in Kata is above all rental to tourists and winter visitors: demand is high, especially near the beach. We calculate the yield for the specific apartment: entry price, management costs and the real occupancy in and out of season.

Kata with children

For families Kata is one of the most convenient beaches on the island: wide sand, a gentle entry into the water and a calm sea from November to April. Nearby there are cafés, mini-golf and restaurants with children's menus. In summer, because of the waves, it is better to swim with children on other beaches or in the complex's pool.

Safety

Kata is a calm resort area. The main risks here are everyday ones: roads and motorbikes, strong currents on the beach in the rainy season, the sun and petty theft in crowded places. Complexes usually have 24-hour security and CCTV.

Sea view: what to look for

A sea view in Kata can face the beach and Koh Pu, Kata Noi bay or the sunset over the Andaman Sea. Before buying, check whether future construction next door could block the view, what the view is from your floor rather than from the roof, and which side the sun is on: west-facing windows give sunsets but also afternoon heat.

Renting out property in Kata

You can rent out property in Kata yourself, through an agency or through the complex's management company. Demand is both short-term and seasonal: tourists, families, winter visitors and surfers. We help find tenants, prepare the contract and manage the apartment if the owner lives in another country.

Selling property in Kata

Apartments near the beach in Kata sell steadily: there is little free land by the sea, and the resort is well known to buyers from different countries. Completed apartments with foreign quota, close to the beach and with short-term rental allowed, sell faster.

Electricity, water and internet

Electricity and water are paid by meter; rates depend on the complex — in condominiums sometimes at the management company's rate. Fibre internet is available in most buildings. In the rainy season there are sometimes short power cuts.

How to choose a project in Kata

Kata has few new projects, so the choice is often between completed low-rise buildings and rare new developments. What to look at:

• who the developer is and which projects it has already completed in Phuket
• how many apartments the building has and how this affects the pool, parking and lifts
• whether short-term rental is allowed and how it is organised
• whether there is parking for a car, not only for a motorbike
• how security and management are organised
• what is on the neighbouring plots
• how the building looks after several rainy seasons, if it is already completed

How much property costs in Kata

Prices in Kata depend on the distance to the beach and the view. Apartments by the beach and with sea views are the area's top segment, while apartments between Kata and Karon and on the road up the hills are more affordable. Off-plan projects are sold with a payment plan during construction, off-plan resales with a premium to the first buyer and the balance paid on the developer's schedule, and completed apartments with payment at transfer.

Current "from" prices by bedroom, the median per m² and rents are in the blocks at the top of this page; they update together with the catalogue.

Documents and taxes when buying

When buying an apartment in Thailand, registration takes place at the Land Department. Registration requires a passport, the sale and purchase agreement, a bank certificate of the transfer of money from abroad (for foreign ownership) and documents from the condominium management confirming no debts.

At registration, a transfer fee, stamp duty or specific business tax are paid, and the seller pays income tax on the sale. Who pays what, the parties set out in the contract. A long-term lease has its own lease registration fee. We make an exact calculation for the specific apartment before the reservation.

Visas for living in Kata

You can buy an apartment with any visa and even without living in Thailand, but the purchase itself does not give a visa. For long stays in Phuket foreigners usually get a retirement visa, a visa for remote work, a student visa for Thai language or Muay Thai courses, or the long-term Thailand Privilege programme. Which visa suits you depends on age, income and goals — we cover the options in detail on the blog.

Kata for remote work

Kata is convenient for remote work in season: cafés with internet, co-working spaces in hotels and complexes, the sea a few minutes away. For working from home it is important to check the internet speed in the specific complex and the quiet around — buildings with short-term rentals can be noisier. An apartment with a separate room for a study, for example the "one-bedroom Plus" format, is especially convenient here.

Pets in Kata

Rules for pets differ between condominiums: some buildings do not allow them, others allow them with restrictions. Some new projects create separate areas for pets. If you are moving with a dog or cat, the building rules should be checked before buying or renting.

Managing an apartment if you do not live in Kata

If an apartment is bought for rental and the owner lives in another country, someone is needed on site: to check guests in, collect payments, organise cleaning, look after the condition and pay the bills. This can be the complex's management company, an agency or a private manager. We help organise management so that the apartment works and does not require your visits.

Renovation and furniture

New apartments in Kata are handed over with finishes, a kitchen and air conditioners, and furniture is often bought as a developer package. On the resale market apartments are sold fully or partly furnished. For an apartment rented out short-term it is worth budgeting for updating furniture and appliances every few years.

Development of the area

There is almost no free land left by Kata and Kata Noi beaches, so new projects appear here rarely and usually stand on the streets between Kata and Karon or on the hillsides. Large resort projects with their own infrastructure — pools, clubs and services — are rare for the area, and it is such complexes that now define the new supply in Kata.

Rainy season in Kata

The rainy season in Phuket lasts roughly from May to October. Rain usually comes in short showers, more often in the afternoon and at night, with sunshine in between. In Kata waves rise and dangerous currents appear at this time: you can swim only where lifeguards allow it.

For surfers it is the best time of the year, and for residents it is quieter and cheaper: fewer tourists, emptier restaurants, lower rents.

Common buyer mistakes in Kata

• choosing an apartment by the straight-line distance to the sea without checking the walking route
• counting on short-term rental without checking the building rules
• ignoring seasonality: occupancy is lower in summer
• not checking foreign quota availability before the reservation
• buying an off-plan resale without checking the contract and payment schedule
• not accounting for maintenance and management costs
• not seeing the area in the evening in high season

FAQ

Where is Kata in Phuket?

Kata is an area on the south-west coast of Phuket, in the Karon tambon of Mueang Phuket district. To the north it borders Karon Beach, to the south Kata Noi Beach, and further on are the Three Beaches viewpoint and Nai Harn.

What is the difference between Kata Beach and Kata Noi?

Kata Beach (Kata Yai) is big and lively, with restaurants, shops and surfing in summer. Kata Noi is a small quiet beach in a separate bay to the south, surrounded by hills and hotels.

What do reviews say about Kata Beach?

Kata Beach is praised for its light sand, clear water and gentle entry into the sea, surfing in summer and restaurants nearby. The downsides mentioned are crowds in high season and waves in the rainy season.

Which is better: Kata or Karon beach?

Karon is longer and more spacious; Kata is more compact and cosy, with a softer entry into the water and infrastructure nearby. The beaches are a few minutes apart, and many people go to both.

How long does it take from the airport to Kata?

About 50 km — around an hour by taxi or transfer, longer in traffic. Taxis are easy to book via Grab or Bolt.

How long does it take from Kata to Patong?

About 11 km, usually 25–30 minutes via Karon.

What is the weather like in Kata?

From November to April — the dry season with sun and a calm sea. From May to October — the rainy season with waves, the best time for surfing.

Can you surf in Kata?

Yes. From May to October Kata is the main surf spot in Phuket: surf schools and board rental work on the beach.

Is there a night market in Kata?

Yes, Kata has a night market with street food, fruit, clothes and souvenirs. Its days and hours change with the seasons.

Is Kathu Waterfall in Kata?

No. Kathu Waterfall is in the Kathu area in the centre of the island, between Patong and Phuket Town.

Can a foreigner buy an apartment in Kata?

Yes. A foreigner can buy an apartment freehold in a registered condominium within the foreign quota — up to 49% of the apartments' area. If there is no quota, the apartment is registered as a long-term lease. We check the quota before the reservation.

What is an off-plan resale?

It is buying an apartment in a building under construction from the first buyer: the new owner takes their place in the contract with the developer and pays the balance on schedule. Before buying, we check the contract, payments and the developer's consent.

How much does an apartment in Kata cost?

The price depends on the distance to the beach, the view, the format, the stage and the ownership form. Current "from" prices by bedroom and the median per m² are in the blocks above on this page.

Can you rent out an apartment in Kata?

Yes, Kata is one of the most in-demand areas for rental: tourists, families, winter visitors and surfers. You can rent out yourself, through an agency or through the management company.

How does Realty 51 help buy property in Kata?

We select apartments for your budget and goals, show properties and show units in person and by video call, check the developer, documents, quota and resale terms, accompany the deal to registration and help with rental.

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