Title: Takuapa Station Hotel 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) # Takuapa Station Hotel Travelers unwind on the beautiful terrace at Takuapa Station Hotel while planning their next adventure with help from the friendly, available staff ## Photo gallery for Takuapa Station Hotel ![Lobby sitting area - Takuapa Station Hotel (Takua Pa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18760600/18760589/ad5a2589.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Staircase - Takuapa Station Hotel (Takua Pa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18760600/18760589/ea1eca02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room amenity - Takuapa Station Hotel (Takua Pa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18760600/18760589/6ccf3f5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room | Desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds, free WiFi - Takuapa Station Hotel (Takua Pa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18760600/18760589/a6c51f48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Takuapa Station Hotel (Takua Pa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18760600/18760589/10c8a29a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The scenic terrace at Takuapa Station Hotel offers a perfect spot to relax, while practical laundry facilities make handling chores simple. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi and find support from helpful staff at the 24-hour front desk. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk £16 includes taxes & fees 25 Jan - 26 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 18 - Jan 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=18760589&PinnedHotelID=18760589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=18760589&PinnedHotelID=18760589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 19 - Jan 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=18760589&PinnedHotelID=18760589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=18760589&PinnedHotelID=18760589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=18760589&PinnedHotelID=18760589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=18760589&PinnedHotelID=18760589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=18760589&PinnedHotelID=18760589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=18760589&PinnedHotelID=18760589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Triple Room | Desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18760600/18760589/651f80c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Daily housekeeping - 377 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Deluxe Room | Desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18760600/18760589/62c413c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Daily housekeeping - 431 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Takua Pa travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa.dx6047636) ![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%7C8.87052%2C98.35154&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GODkAPMLHYFVJAq_GxXCw0wnoZ0=) 6/80 Moo 2, Bang Nai Si, Takua Pa, Phang Nga, 82110 ### What's nearby - Wat Nikornwararam \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Takuapa Hospital \- 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Bang Niang Beach \- 33 min drive \- 22.4 miles - Nang Thong Beach \- 37 min drive \- 25.0 miles - Khao Lak Beach \- 45 min drive \- 29.8 miles ### Getting around - Phuket (HKT-Phuket Intl.) - 99 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪KFCสาขาบิ๊กซีตะกั่วป่า - ‬3 min walk - ‪Kumrai Bistro - ‬7 min walk - ‪Kamrai Bistro - ‬3 min walk - ‪Krua Bai Toey - ‬1 min walk - ‪รังผึ้ง คอฟฟี่ - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Takuapa Station Hotel Property highlights Takuapa Station Hotel provides amenities, such as a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - A 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms at Takuapa Station Hotel feature perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Terrace ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2 PM 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 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 Rollaway/extra beds are available for THB 400.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: THB 400.0 per night 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Takuapa Station Hotel Takua Pa Takuapa Station Takua Pa Takuapa Station Takuapa Station Hotel Hotel Takuapa Station Hotel Takua Pa Takuapa Station Hotel Hotel Takua Pa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Takuapa Station Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Takuapa Station Hotel? ### How much is parking at Takuapa Station Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Takuapa Station Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Takuapa Station Hotel? ### Where is Takuapa Station Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Takuapa Station Hotel Reviews 7.0 ### Good 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) ### 7.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 6.0 Staff & service ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Ella 17 Feb 2025 Nice place if it’s one or 2 nights but wouldn’t recommend staying for longer. Location is good as it’s by the bus station so can go to Phuket or Khao Sok. Beds aren’t the comfiest in all honesty- me and my friend had serve neck ache but maybe we are weak bodied. ##### Ella Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Chris 29 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service Budget hotel with large double bed room for 508 baht. Room had fridge, good shower and central location next to bus station and supermarkets. Poor air conditioning though, which made room stifling hot. I went down to report it but no one to be found. Also WiFi so bad I came off it and used my sim data. ##### Chris Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Carla 14 Jan 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ik was tot mijn spijt 4 nachten hier , een keihard matras, was net of je op de grond sliep , er is een markt en een tempel dichtbij, het is tegenover de busstation, big c supermarkt en 7 11 dichtbij, 1 nacht verblijf is genoeg als je met de bus naar Renong of Phuket gaat , niet langer boeken, veel overlast gehad van dronken Thaise mensen die schreeuwen tussen 4 en 6 ##### Carla Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Carl 8 Jan 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Hinta laatu suhde ok. ##### Carl Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 11 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Preis Leistung und Lage gut!! Super Lage am Busbahnhof! Wir haben uns hier ein Moped gemietet und haben einen schönen Ausflug nach Khao Lak gemacht! Wir würden wieder kommen ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 8 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Small, clean, too soft bed Near a Chinese restaurant and local market, the hotel is clear and little room. Big C is on the opposite of the hotel. It is convenient for short stay travellers. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### bantita 11 Mar 2024 ##### bantita Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johannes 5 Feb 2023 ##### Johannes Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sentido Khaolak](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-TUI-BLUE-Khao-Lak-Resort.h5382609.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue Bay Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ko-Yao-Hotels-Blue-Bay-Resort.h99955361.Hotel-Information) > > [Purana Resort Koh Yao Noi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Purana-Resort-Koh-Yao-Noi.h31715661.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sarojin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-The-Sarojin.h1351270.Hotel-Information) > > [The Simple Koh Yao Noi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-The-Simple-Koh-Yao-Noi.h22201303.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Yao Yai Island Beach Resort -sha Extra Plus+](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Royal-Yao-Yai-Island-Beach-Resort-Near-Phuket.h66505254.Hotel-Information) > > [ROBINSON KHAO LAK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-ROBINSON-KHAO-LAK.h20520212.Hotel-Information) > > [Koh Yao Yai Hillside Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Koh-Yao-Yai-Hillside-Resort.h17119788.Hotel-Information) > > [Koh Yao Heaven Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Koh-Yao-Heaven-Beach-Resort.h13315827.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada Resort by Wyndham Khao Lak](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-Ramada-Resort-By-Wyndham-Khao-Lak.h1610405.Hotel-Information) > > [Khaolak Laguna Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-Khaolak-Laguna-Resort.h3746054.Hotel-Information) > > [Koyao Island Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Koyao-Island-Resort.h1150837.Hotel-Information) > > [The Leaf Oceanside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-The-Leaf-Oceanside.h8961584.Hotel-Information) > > [Samet Nangshe Goodview](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Thung-Hotels-Samet-Nangshe-Goodview.h108192831.Hotel-Information) > > [Beyond Skywalk Nangshi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Thung-Hotels-Beyond-Skywalk-Nangshi.h100150633.Hotel-Information) > > [Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ko-Yao-Hotels-Anantara-Koh-Yao-Yai-Resort-Villas.h90513832.Hotel-Information) > > [9 Hornbills Tented Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-9-Hornbills-Tented-Camp.h20044272.Hotel-Information) > > [BJ&Radisson Sea View Resort Koh Yao Yai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ko-Pha-Ngan-Hotels-BJRadisson-Sea-View-Resort-Koh-Yao-Yai.h44794278.Hotel-Information) > > [APSARA Beachfront Resort and Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-APSARA-Beachfront-Resort-And-Villa.h2513165.Hotel-Information) > > [Cape Kudu Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ko-Yao-Hotels-Cape-Kudu-Hotel.h16702108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waters Khao Lak by Katathani](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-The-Waters-Khao-Lak-By-Katathani.h5500003.Hotel-Information) > > [Elixir Koh Yao Yai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-GLOW-Elixir-Koh-Yao-Yai.h2346292.Hotel-Information) > > [Paradise KohYao](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Paradise-KohYao.h1705999.Hotel-Information) > > [Koh Yao Yai Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Koh-Yao-Yai-Village.h3007251.Hotel-Information) > > [Santhiya Koh Yao Yai Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Santhiya-Koh-Yao-Yai-Resort-Spa.h5239883.Hotel-Information) > > [Devasom Khao Lak Beach Resort & Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-Devasom-Khao-Lak-Beach-Resort-Villas.h27727499.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Mercure Khao Lak Bangsak](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-Grand-Mercure-Khao-Lak-Bangsak.h55575315.Hotel-Information) > > [Mai Khao Lak Beach Resort & Spa (TUI BLUE Mai Khaolak)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-Mai-Khao-Lak-Beach-Resort-And-Spa.h6042018.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sands Khao Lak by Katathani](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-The-Sands-Khao-Lak-By-Katathani.h5233912.Hotel-Information) ---