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The Waters Khao Lak by Katathani

Top rated by guests

7 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Bay Romance | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Bay Romance | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Bay Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

8.8Excellent

(429 Ratings)

"Everything was very good. Few small things that could have been better: Wifi was not stable and the gym is very small. All in all we had a very good time. (Family of 6)"

Gil

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8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(429 Ratings)

Hotel in Khuekkhak

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valueWell priced for this area

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About this hotel

Boutique hotel with 7 outdoor swimming pools connected to the convention center in Takua Pa
Along with 7 outdoor pools, this hotel has a full-service spa and a restaurant. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite.
The Waters Khao Lak by Katathani offers 221 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Takua Pa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in June 2025.

7 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a fitness center.

Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities at The Waters Khao Lak by Katathani

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

TV

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Free parking

Map of Khuekkhak

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Khao Sok National Park

Ao Phang Nga National Park

Tonprai Waterfall

Khao Lak-Lam Ru National Park

Available Rooms

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Expedia properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

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Customer support

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Top rated by guests

8.8Excellent

(429 Ratings)

"Everything was very good. Few small things that could have been better: Wifi was not stable and the gym is very small. All in all we had a very good time. (Family of 6)"

Gil

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(429 Ratings)

Hotel in Khuekkhak

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Map of Khuekkhak

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Khao Sok National Park

Ao Phang Nga National Park

Tonprai Waterfall

Khao Lak-Lam Ru National Park

Available Rooms

About this hotel

Boutique hotel with 7 outdoor swimming pools connected to the convention center in Takua Pa
Along with 7 outdoor pools, this hotel has a full-service spa and a restaurant. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite.
The Waters Khao Lak by Katathani offers 221 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Takua Pa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in June 2025.

7 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a fitness center.

Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

TV

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Free parking

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Expedia properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Expedia provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Expedia

Ratings and reviews

8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(429 Ratings)

5.0 / 10.0

Warm welcome we had the grande suite room which have just been refurbished, great location

5.0 / 10.0

Amazing pools across the area, acceas from all rooms which is very convenient. Rooms are spacious and nicely decorated, nice balcony with sunloungers. Super friendly staff! Hotel is nicely located within walking distance from restaurants and bars. Highly recommend!!

4.0 / 10.0

This is a lovely hotel with pools everywhere! It's definitely worth paying extra to get a room on ground level with direct pool access.We were there in off season and they were reasonable value, they look pretty expensive in high season though. Unfortunately the main pool was empty when we were there as they were renovating the pool and surrounding area which ruined the experience somewhat. We would ould given 5 stars if the pool was full of water 😀 The staff were very friendly, we appreciated an early check in, and the included breakfast was reasonable. There are loads of restaurants, bars, and massage places within 5 mins walk.

5.0 / 10.0

Great location and excellent hote.

5.0 / 10.0

Great place to stay. Just a few minutes walk to the market restaurants and more. Highly recommend

5.0 / 10.0

This resort would be absolutely ideal for families with young children. The number of pools and access from the water access apartments is ideal. The rooms are just starting to show their age a little and some areas could benefit from a deep clean and recondition, but overall this place was great and the staff were brilliant.

8.0 / 10.0

Had a fantastic five days - hotel beautifully designed - despite being busy - appeared quiet and peaceful. Area offered lots of choice. Pimm’s massage was great.

10.0 / 10.0

Everything was very good. Few small things that could have been better: Wifi was not stable and the gym is very small. All in all we had a very good time. (Family of 6)

5.0 / 10.0

Great pools and location

6.0 / 10.0

The hotel was noisy, music around pool, loud music at night, building works despite their assurance this would not be the case. The hotel overall is pretty soulless

8.0 / 10.0

Lovely area and nice

10.0 / 10.0

Loved this place and the staff were so kind We just need better internet connection in the rooms Still 5 stars for me

10.0 / 10.0

nice to have a swimming pool straight from your balcony

2.0 / 10.0

Made a confirmed reservation for a Bay Romance room for its bathtub-in-the-room concept but when I arrived, I was told that it was not available as the wing was under renovation. Initially, I was told an impressive reason that I was given an upgrade to a pool access room but when I probed, I was told that there was no bathtub in the room. I mentioned that my decision to book Waters was because of the bathtub-in-the-room. I was then told that only the 2 bedder has it. I was brought to the room but the bathtub was a normal one. Very disappointed experience.

10.0 / 10.0

I can’t fault this hotel

4.0 / 10.0

This hotel had everything we could have asked for. Not being the correct season for the beach in this area (monsoon) the pools were brilliant for our family (older/taller children who can swim). The only negative was the bottom of the pool, this was a little rough in places and all of us lacerated our toes at various times, I had to buy the kids water shoes in the end. The pool is deep enough to stand (I’m 165cm) and it came up to my chest. Possibly not great for younger children as they would be swimming the whole time rather than standing. The staff were friendly and the breakfasts was plentiful, if it something wasn’t on that day they the staff would happily make it for you. We chose B&B and def made the right choice, the restaurant is an Italian style and although pleasant it would have been a shame to be tied down, especially with the low prices to eat out in the area. The Bang Niang market is minuets walk away, as is the beach and a plethora of restaurants, shops and massage opportunities, we had multiple family massages, 3 generations. The hotel provided a wheelchair for one of our party due to accessibility needs and this was relatively easy to navigate around the complex. Going off site with this was a little trickier, the paths in the area are not always well tended and we often pushed on the road. All in all I would return to this property.

6.0 / 10.0

Overall is fine, just only the staff should have more service mind. During our stay we did not see the staff greeting the guest both reception and restaurant. We found a cockroach in the room and informed to the reception but no any action or excuses. Quite disappointed for this hotel group.

8.0 / 10.0

all good, great breakfast, big pool, nice staff

8.0 / 10.0

Staff were friendly at all. Ordering for room service works well. In House Pizza is delicious at all. Nothing to complain.

6.0 / 10.0

Dated property, shower was full of scale and countertops of the sink was not cleaned properly, windows not clean. Staff very helpful.

4.0 / 10.0

Beautiful surroundings, kind people.

4.0 / 10.0

the Hotel doesnt deserve a 8.8 rating! the room wasnt clean, we found different insects like bugs on the pillow, moskitos at the walks, two gekos and the worst was you hear rats walking inside the walls… breakfast is low quality, the gym very small and super old, our room wasnt cleaned during our stay…we were very happy to leave!

10.0 / 10.0

Awesome place to stay

2.0 / 10.0

The good: Breakfast was OK. The pool areas were great. Gym was good (for a hotel gym). Bed was comfortable, room was clean and pillows were OK. Rooms were cleaned and serviced everyday. The hotel had free parking and every shop/resteraunt you could ever need including the beach is a 5 mintue walk. The Bad: Gym had no air conditioning. WiFi was unreliable. After my third attempt to make a bank transfer I had to go to a nearby cafe and use their WiFi. The Air Conditioner wasn't fantastic, it was good enough to get to sleep but the room was never comfortable. The showers hot water runs hot/cold which makes for a very unhappy shower. The toilets are western, but you can't flush toilet paper down, have to use a nearby bin. The photos of the rooms "conveniently" omit the sign advising the toilet style. The Worst: Each night, around 10pm and lasting to anywhere from 10:30pm to Midnight, the nearby bar starts the live music which for any light to medium sleepers would keep you awake. Our room had ZERO noise insulation. The hotel outright stole from us at the bar. She paid in cash, however the hotel then tried to charge us on checkout for the drinks. They let us go, telling us everything was OK and we wouldn't be charged. A day later we noticed my credit card had being charged for the amount of the drinks. This is straight up, no way to avoid it, stealing and theft by the hotel. I never authorised the credit card transaction.

10.0 / 10.0

Great service. Plenty of pools to use. Staff very friendly. Nice rooms with plenty of space Felt very relaxed at the hotel

5.0 / 10.0

This was our 4th visit to the waters and god willing we will be going back. We can't fault anything. Its not beach front but only a short walk and with the amount of pool area it no problem. The location is great due to the amout of small restaurants and bars nearby. We always feel a bit guilty for not making use of the hotel dining room in the evenings but we like to eat out in the previously mentioned local places.

8.0 / 10.0

Very clean, friendly and quiet.

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful resort-our room was modern & sparkling clean. Loved relaxing on our private balcony and the steps led straight down into the pool, which was great. The included buffet breakfast was delicious. I especially liked the resort’s efforts towards sustainability.

4.0 / 10.0

Our room 212 looked out to a wall & a yard where staff collected their supplies for the day. We were only stopping for 1 week, so wasn’t too bothered. Beach was 10 minutes away and no facilities, which was a bit disappointing. Staff were outstanding, friendly and very helpful.

8.0 / 10.0

property needs maintenance

3.0 / 10.0

A 3 star hotel

4.0 / 10.0

Very helpful and friendly staff. We received upgrade to pool access upon check-in. Room is spacious and while designed. It’s better priced and just few steps from beach front resorts that cost quite a bit more.

5.0 / 10.0

This was our second stay in this wonderful hotel - and again it was absolutely amazing! The room with direct pool access was wonderful and very clean, the bed is super comfy and guarantees a perfect sleep. Breakfast is also good, for dinner we went outside where many nice restaurants are located. Considering the reasonable price of the room, this hotel is definitely worth a recommendation!

5.0 / 10.0

We only staid 2 nights, but we wish we could have been there longer. Friendly service and a great location with pool for everybody. The beach is also nearby. Perfect place for a great holiday :)

2.5 / 10.0

We only staid 2 nights, but we wish we could have been there longer.Friendly service and a great location with pool for everybody. The beach is also nearby.Perfect place for a great holiday :)

10.0 / 10.0

Pool areas were excellent with plenty of lounges. The breakfast was good and its location is close to shopping and restaurants

10.0 / 10.0

A great hotel the staff the location the room all 5 stars

4.0 / 10.0

Pros: Staff are great, really friendly and nothing is too much trouble Breakfast is well organised and plenty of choice Location - close to the beach and the hotel also offer a shuttle service to a bigger beach which is more comfortable Cons Rooms are tired and need a lick of paint Usual story of people reserving sun loungers and then going the beach or on a day trip for most of the day Pool area needs a bit of a facelift Ants and mosquitoes in the room (this was sorted once I mentioned it Not all pool access rooms get any sun therefore kind of pointless really. Overall we had a pleasant stay with no real grumbles. Would we return? Mmm I think there are far nicer hotels for a similar price so whilst we would certainly return to Khao Lak I think we wouldn’t be in a hurry to return to the Waters (unless the price was right)

2.0 / 10.0

Pros:Staff are great, really friendly and nothing is too much trouble Breakfast is well organised and plenty of choiceLocation - close to the beach and the hotel also offer a shuttle service to a bigger beach which is more comfortableConsRooms are tired and need a lick of paint Usual story of people reserving sun loungers and then going the beach or on a day trip for most of the dayPool area needs a bit of a facelift Ants and mosquitoes in the room (this was sorted once I mentioned itNot all pool access rooms get any sun therefore kind of pointless really.Overall we had a pleasant stay with no real grumbles. Would we return? Mmm I think there are far nicer hotels for a similar price so whilst we would certainly return to Khao Lak I think we wouldn’t be in a hurry to return to the Waters (unless the price was right)

5.0 / 10.0

We have stayed here before its a great hotel with very attentive staff.

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