Areca Resort & Spa sits in central Phuket, offering a peaceful retreat with three outdoor pools including one for children. Guests can sip coffee in the lobby, work out in the gym, use the steam room, or get help from staff who know the best local tours and attractions.
Kathu is home to Areca Resort & Spa. Bangla Road and Central Phuket are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Patong Beach and Karon Beach. Patong Go-Kart Speedway and Phuket Offroad Fun Park and Andamanda Phuket are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkelling and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Kathu travel guide
Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Areca Resort & Spa. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
Free self-parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
Tour/ticket information, a lift and a banquet hall
Room features
All 192 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and fridges
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: THB 350 per person
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
3 outdoor pools
Children's pool
Gym
Steam room
Family friendly
3 outdoor pools
Children's pool
In-room refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business centre
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
Pool loungers
Terrace
Spa
Couples treatment rooms
Massage
Accessibility
Lift
More
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Minibar
Paper towels
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately THB 350 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Areca Resort Kathu
Areca Resort
Areca Kathu
Areca Resort Spa
Areca Resort & Spa Hotel
Areca Resort & Spa Kathu
Areca Resort & Spa Hotel Kathu
Areca Resort Spa SHA Extra Plus
Frequently asked questions
Does Areca Resort & Spa have a pool?
Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Areca Resort & Spa?
As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Areca Resort & Spa on 14 Mar 2026 start from AU$58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Areca Resort & Spa pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Areca Resort & Spa?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Areca Resort & Spa?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Areca Resort & Spa?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Areca Resort & Spa located?
Situated in Kathu, this luxury hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Prince of Songkla University, Andamanda Phuket and Central Phuket. Big C Supercenter - Bypass Road and Phuket International Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Reviews
Areca Resort & Spa Reviews
7.6
Good
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They have great spa
Terrible breakfast
And the rest is ok
Stephanie
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Daniel
7 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The overall stay was very good, staff was very nice and happy to accommodate for us. However pool side bar was not open at all, which was a little disappointing as it was advertised when we booked. Also the water temperature for the shower was not the best, had to have quick showers. Overall stay would be 3.6/5!
Daniel
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
6/10 Okay
Keauna
26 Feb 2025
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good for the price but way too loud at night
The hotel is nice the service you get upon arrival is good and the rooms are nice and big with comfy beds.
The only two cons I have about this hotel is the housekeeper.. she was honestly the worst I’ve come across doesn’t clean the rooms properly doesn’t change the sheets and leaves the floors dirty and it takes her forever to come and clean your room she’s so slow.
The property is still having work done to it so there’s noise from around 1am-5am and it’s very loud like if you have small children they’d be woken up so on that note I wouldn’t stay here again.
Service are not so good, receptionist don’t know how we can travel to places. They are charging for water bottle as well.
Tejasaya
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
6/10 Okay
Jamile
20 Feb 2025
It’s old place and they try to do some renovation
The spa is the best
The breakfast is terrible
The room is clean, but no soap the bath sink
Jamile
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Edyta
24 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Price was good and rooms were good.
Swimming pool area was nice.
Part of the building was still under construction - what caused noise
Spa didn’t exist at the time of our stay although it was advertised
Areca is a great place to stay for those who want to do their own thing and explore by own vehicles. It is 15min drive away from patong which is perfect for those who don’t want to hear the music and hassle all the time. We found it great value for budget travel. At the moment they are renovating the other building of the hotel, this however did not disturb the peace at all. Great breakfast and big parking. Would come again!
Renovation going on at the hotel, didn't disturb me because my room was on the 2nd building. Air inside the hotel moist and still, in the room air-con was ok. Spa was closed, swimming pool ok for kids maybe. Gym was minimal. Breakfast in a cafe next to hotel, was ok but small.
Would like an actual gym, the gym is very small with little equipment. No space for more than 1 person.
Rudi
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Toni
5 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was nice and cosy with a nice view on the swimming pool. We didn't that we haven't been informed in advance that spa is under construction and is currently not working. Apart from that the rest was good.
The pictures are fake! Stay away from this place. No spa, no restaurant, no lobby, no reception, no pool. Only kids pools are available. Nobody speaks English.
They have a bar with a very loud music opening late night and till morning. It's not possible to sleep till 4am even in the 2nd building which is pretty far from this bar.
The hotel is still under renovation. Below is few comment.
1) Worst is shower no hot water. Found water leaking to the electric water heater and the electrical cable at the facility room. Not sure this water leaking will cause electric shock problems to our guests.
2) No spa and no massage service in the hotel.
3) Advertise photo hotel is different from the actual hotel.
Please don't advertise the hotel if the hotel is not ready condition.
The staff was unfriendly and did not want to help us when we asked them something.
They lied about the gym. We could not use it there was mold EVERYWHERE!
Furthermore this is definetely not a 5 Star hotel i dont know why expedia has listed it like that, if you google it it only has 3 stars. Which also is not correct if you would ask us.
Fin hotel til prisen, mek medarbejderne kan slet ikke engelsk, og hvergang man spørger om noget, så hedder det moment, men ingen kommer og hjælper,
Og mega meget larm fra værelserne og gangen når det er midnat, alt for mange indisk turister som ikke respektere andre gæster,
Og kun 5 solsenge på poolen, det er alt for lidt,
När vi besökte hotellet var det en byggarbetsplats mitt uppe i fullskalig renovering. Ingen resturang öppen. Provisorisk reception och ingen vidare hjälpsam personal. Det var inte vad vi förväntade oss av ett hotell med 5 stjärnor. Dock var rummen fina och rena. När renoveringen är klar tror jag det kan vara ett fint ställe att bo på.
The most friendly and accommodating staff I’ve encountered. Nothing was too much trouble. I had a desk, office chair and router installed in my room. Plus I got a bigger TV! Highly recommended.