Ashiraya hostel

Ashiraya hostel is a hostel in Kata, Phuket, with private-bathroom rooms and balconies. Its three room options suit couples and small families: the 18 m² Standard Double and 28 m² Deluxe Double each sleep two, while the 35 m² Triple Room accommodates three. Every room has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a refrigerator and a desk, as well as a wardrobe and dining table. The Standard Double is the most compact option, while the Triple Room has more floor space for three people.

Free WiFi, luggage storage and laundry facilities add practical services. The building has 24-hour security, CCTV and a designated smoking area; upper floors are accessible by stairs only. Kata Beach is 200 m away, with cafés and restaurants close to Kata Road. Kata suits beach activities including surfing and scuba diving, and Kata Noi Beach, local markets and Wat Kitti Sangkharam are nearby.

Ashiraya hostel has three room types, all with a balcony, air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The Standard Double Room measures 18 m² and sleeps two; the Deluxe Double Room is 28 m² and also accommodates two, while the 35 m² Triple Room sleeps up to three. The main differences across the range are floor area and sleeping capacity.

Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, electric kettle, refrigerator, desk, dining table, wardrobe and clothes rack, along with linen. The Standard Double has a king-size bed, the Deluxe Double an extra-large double bed, and the Triple Room combines a single bed with an extra-large double bed. Upper floors are accessible by stairs only.

The practical facilities at Ashiraya hostel include free WiFi throughout, luggage storage and laundry, alongside family rooms, air conditioning and balconies. A tea and coffee maker is provided, and rooms also include a refrigerator, kettle and dining table. Flat-screen TVs and internet services cover in-room media, while private bathrooms come with a shower, hairdryer, towels and free toiletries.

Security includes 24-hour cover, CCTV in common areas and outside, alarms and key-card or key access. The building is non-smoking throughout, with a designated smoking area. Upper floors are accessible by stairs only, which matters if you have difficulty with steps. There is no parking available at the hostel, so plan for walking or other local transport.

Kata is a beach neighbourhood on Phuket's west coast, with Kata Beach 200 m from Ashiraya hostel. The hostel stands on Kata Road, near cafés and restaurants: Andaman Coffee Co is 50 m away, while Buon Gusto Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria is 100 m away. Kata Beach Community Park is also 200 m from the hostel. Kata Road has coffee stops and places to eat alongside the beach and local visitor services.

Phuket International Airport is 31.7 km away. Phuket Bus Terminal is 12.8 km from the hostel and Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 15.3 km away; a taxi or pre-arranged car can cover the final road journey to Kata. There is no on-site parking, so a private vehicle needs a separate parking plan. The nearby cafés and beach can be reached on foot, while longer outings are more practical by car or taxi.

Kata Beach is the main draw for swimming, surfing and scuba diving. Kata Noi Beach is 800 m away, while Kata Open Market is 1000 m away. Wat Kitti Sangkharam, 850 m from the hostel, provides a nearby temple visit, and Phuket Big Buddha is 1.8 km away. Phuket Big Buddha is a hilltop attraction, while Wat Kitti Sangkharam offers a temple visit within Kata itself. The market and nearby dining spots give you alternatives to time on the shore.