Title: Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca Guests start their day with a peaceful morning coffee before choosing which of the three sparkling pools to enjoy at this tranquil retreat ## Photo gallery for Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca ![Exterior - Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca (Kathu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103654400/103654399/47cd7dd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca (Kathu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103654400/103654399/afa81cf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Soundproofing, free WiFi - Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca (Kathu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103654400/103654399/266acad4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca (Kathu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103654400/103654399/46bb2bb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca (Kathu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103654400/103654399/ed2e1e73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca offers a peaceful sanctuary near Bangla Road. Relax at the café, book a massage, or wander the garden. The property features three outdoor pools, reliable WiFi, and attentive staff available 24/7. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning £74 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 13 - Jan 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=103654399&PinnedHotelID=103654399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=103654399&PinnedHotelID=103654399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=103654399&PinnedHotelID=103654399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=103654399&PinnedHotelID=103654399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=103654399&PinnedHotelID=103654399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=103654399&PinnedHotelID=103654399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=103654399&PinnedHotelID=103654399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=103654399&PinnedHotelID=103654399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed ![Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103654400/103654399/266acad4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning TV Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool View ![Soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103654400/103654399/03d3d5d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool View ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning TV Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Superior Pool View ![Soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103654400/103654399/4dbf271e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Pool View - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Superior Pool Access ![Soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103654400/103654399/2dbae221.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Pool Access - Sleeps 2 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKathu-Hotels-Luminous-Villa.h103654399.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKathu-Hotels-Luminous-Villa.h103654399.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C7.89902%2C98.35081&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BcKaGZGkNAzPV_2eNbFjFxaA1lI=) 96/1 Moo 7, Vichitsongkram Rd, Kathu, Phuket, 83120 #### What's nearby - Prince of Songkla University \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Phuket Country Club \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Central Phuket \- 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Tesco Lotus - Phuket Town \- 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Andamanda Phuket \- 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles #### Getting around - Phuket (HKT-Phuket Intl.) - 46 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Shuffle Cafe & Bistro - ‬1 min walk - ‪Nakarin Cafe & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk - ‪ก๋วยจั๊บแชมป์สุพรรณ สาขาภูเก็ต 2 - ‬1 min walk - ‪JARU Espresso - ‬3 min walk - ‪Butcher Elite Beef (บุชเชอร์ อีลิท บีฟ) - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca Luxury hotel near Bangla Road At Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - 3 outdoor pools - Free self-parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk - A banquet hall Room features All 52 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. ## Similar properties ![Family Two Bedroom Front Lake View | Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21910000/21903200/21903168/5e309f11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Antiya Hotel Phuket Chalong - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 61 reviews £75 includes taxes & fees 31 Jan - 1 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=21903168&PinnedHotelID=21903168&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44760000/44754300/44754287/bc9119d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wyndham La Vita Rawai Phuket Rawai - 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22 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=83140237&PinnedHotelID=83140237&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon 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 - Outdoor pool (guest access) ### Family friendly - 3 outdoor pools - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities ### Outdoors - Garden ### Spa - Massage - Spa services ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Banquet hall ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom ### Entertainment - TV ### More - Air conditioning - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## 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 This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 and cash 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 This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Luminous Villa Luminous & Spa By Areca Kathu Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca Hotel Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca Kathu Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca Hotel Kathu ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca? ### Is Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca? ### What time is check-in at Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca? ### What time is check-out at Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca? ### Where is Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Luminous Resort & Spa by Areca Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dominic 23 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing resort, especially the pool access suite that I stayed in. The property, the staff, the location: everything is top-notch. Thank you guys! ##### Dominic Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maeva 10 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service L’accès à la piscine la grandeur de la chambre ##### Maeva Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maeva 9 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Cet hôtel était magnifique le personnel magnifique ##### Maeva Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### WONSEOK 3 Nov 2024 ##### WONSEOK Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Thavorn Palm Beach Resort Phuket](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Thavorn-Palm-Beach-Resort-Phuket.h991855.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Phuket Resort by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-InterContinental-Phuket-Resort.h34182531.Hotel-Information) > > [Paradox Resort Phuket](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karon-Hotels-Paradox-Resort-Phuket.h1161237.Hotel-Information) > > [Sunprime Kamala Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamala-Hotels-Kamala-Beach-Resort.h478899.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Resort Phuket by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Resort-Phuket.h4977.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Phuket-Patong-Beach-Resort.h48813411.Hotel-Information) > > [Island Escape Burasari](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Island-Escape-By-Burasari.h38512684.Hotel-Information) > > [COMO Point Yamu, Phuket](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-COMO-Point-Yamu.h7007196.Hotel-Information) > > [Cape Sienna Gourmet Hotel & Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Cape-Sienna-Gourmet-Hotel-Villas.h2945736.Hotel-Information) > > [Kalima Resort & Spa, Phuket](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Kalima-Resort-Spa.h5200895.Hotel-Information) > > [Deevana Patong Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Deevana-Patong-Resort-Spa.h1594137.Hotel-Information) > > [Karon Beach Pool Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Karon-Beach-Pool-Villas.h16646207.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Patong-Merlin-Hotel.h1594106.Hotel-Information) > > [Sunwing Kamala Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamala-Hotels-Sunwing-Kamala-Beach.h2842424.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Phuket-Resort-Spa.h789361.Hotel-Information) > > [Pullman Phuket Karon Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Hilton-Phuket-Arcadia-Resort-Spa.h523614.Hotel-Information) > > [Princess Kamala Beachfront Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Princess-Kamala-Beachfront-Hotel.h48452226.Hotel-Information) > > [The Marina Phuket Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-The-Marina-Phuket-Hotel.h19455258.Hotel-Information) > > [Mandarava Resort and Spa Karon Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Mandarava-Resort-And-Spa-Karon-Beach.h5375311.Hotel-Information) > > [Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong - MGallery](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Avista-Hideaway-Phuket-Patong-MGallery.h5040051.Hotel-Information) > > [Phuket Graceland Resort And Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Phuket-Graceland-Resort-And-Spa.h1594065.Hotel-Information) > > [Arinara Beach Resort Phuket](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Arinara-Bangtao-Beach-Resort.h6649575.Hotel-Information) > > [Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Pullman-Phuket-Arcadia-Naithon-Beach.h5333962.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Premier Bangtao Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Best-Western-Premier-Bangtao-Beach-Resort-Spa.h918618.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Grand Phuket Kalim Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Wyndham-Grand-Phuket-Kalim-Bay.h17060685.Hotel-Information) > > [Avista Grande Phuket Karon - MGallery](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Avista-Grande-Phuket-Karon-MGallery.h19257293.Hotel-Information) > > [ACCESS Resort & Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-ACCESS-Resort-Villas.h1548215.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Phuket-Beach-Resort.h4850.Hotel-Information) ---