THE BOATHOUSE PHUKET-SHA PLUS, Kata Beach (Phuket)

The Boathouse Phuket-Sha Plus is led by Executive Chef Jonathan, who brings over 40 years of international experience to the kitchen. The award-winning seafront restaurant offers a Chef's Weekend Menu that changes weekly, alongside an extensive wine cellar with expert sommelier assistance for wine pairings. Private dining options are available in both indoor and outdoor spaces, with custom menus and personalized service for special occasions.

Guests can choose from expansive suites with luxurious bathrooms and sea views, including the Penthouse Suite with panoramic ocean vistas. Individual air-conditioned rooms come with private balconies, walk-in showers, and bathrobes, while the Suite 505 offers a wraparound balcony with direct beach and pool views. All rooms provide complimentary bottled water, flat-screen TVs, and free toiletries, with the option of a beachfront room or ocean suite on the upper floors.

The hotel sits directly on Kata Beach, with the sea only 20 meters from the pool and a 2-minute walk to the sand. Guests have access to the hotel's private sun loungers by the pool, while the public beach offers sunbed rentals and water sports like scuba diving and surfing. Nearby attractions include Chalong Temple and Phuket's Old Town, both a short drive away, and the hotel provides concierge services to book excursions.

The outdoor swimming pool is set right on the beachfront, with complimentary pool towels, iced water, and occasional fruit kebabs provided by the pool staff. A fitness centre is available on-site, and the hotel offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and room service. Additional services include car hire, luggage storage, laundry, and a cooking class hosted by Sous Chef Jimmy in a room with full kitchen and beach views.

The Boathouse provides facilities for small to medium-sized group meetings and events, including weddings on the beachfront terrace. Families with children can use the hotel's complimentary surfboards, borrow beach bags, and enjoy the a la carte breakfast with a wide selection of Western and Thai dishes. The staff are trained to accommodate special dietary needs, and the hotel has a non-smoking policy with designated smoking areas.

Location: Direct beachfront on Kata Beach, 2-minute walk to sand

Dining: Award-winning seafront restaurant with Chef Jonathan (40+ years experience)

Rooms: Expansive ocean suites with private balconies and sea views

Activities: Cooking class with Sous Chef Jimmy, free surfboards

Service: 24-hour front desk, concierge, car hire, free parking

Best for: Couples, families, small weddings