The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty – Apartment in Karon, Phuket

Description

The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty is an apartment in Karon, Phuket, with a 140 m² sea-view apartment among its accommodation options.

The selection ranges from 50 m² studios to one-bedroom apartments and a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment with a separate living room. Private entrances, air conditioning and private bathrooms are common features; depending on the unit, you have a kitchen or kitchenette, a patio or balcony, and views of the garden, pool or sea. The largest sea-view apartment also has a bath as well as a shower.

Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre, and a paid shuttle service is available. The apartments are set up for self-catering, with cooking equipment and dining areas in selected units. Free public parking and WiFi are available. Karon Beach is 600 m away, and the minimum stay is three nights.

Rooms

6 room types · 50–140 m²

Room types range from 50 m² studios to 60 m² one-bedroom apartments and a 140 m², two-bedroom apartment with two bathrooms. All include a private bathroom and air conditioning; the studios have kitchenettes, while the larger apartments have full kitchens. The sea-view apartment has a separate living room and balcony, while other units look towards the garden or pool.

Studios pair a 50 m² footprint with either a double bed or a large king-size bed, and patio space is a feature of the studio layouts. The 60 m² apartments add a separate bedroom and full kitchen, with a washing machine in one type. Across the range, private entrances and flat-screen TVs are available; bathrooms have a shower and bidet, with a bath also provided in the two-bedroom sea-view apartment.

Apartment with Sea View

140 m² Max. 6 guests 1 Large bed (King size) and 1 Double bed

Sea viewBalconyBath

At 140 m², this is the largest option, arranged with two separate bedrooms, a living room and two bathrooms. Its balcony looks towards the sea, and the kitchen includes a stovetop, refrigerator and microwave. Both a bath and a shower are provided, alongside a dining area and tea and coffee facilities.

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Studio with Pool View

50 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Double bed

Pool viewPatioKitchenette

This 50 m² studio combines a double bed with a kitchenette and a patio, with garden and pool outlooks. Its private bathroom has a shower and bidet, and the cooking setup includes a stovetop, microwave, refrigerator and kitchenware. A flat-screen TV and air conditioning complete the main in-room features.

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Deluxe Studio

50 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)

Garden viewPool viewPatio

Like the other 50 m² studios, this unit has a kitchenette, patio and garden and pool views, but it has a large king-size bed rather than a standard double. The air-conditioned studio also provides a private bathroom with shower and bidet, plus a flat-screen TV and cooking equipment for simple meals.

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Standard Studio

50 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed

Garden viewPatioKitchenette

At 50 m², the Standard Studio offers the same kitchenette, patio and garden-and-pool outlook as the other studio layouts, with a double bed. It is the double-bed alternative to the Deluxe Studio's larger king-size bed. The private bathroom has a shower and bidet, and the kitchenette includes a microwave, refrigerator and stovetop.

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Apartment with Garden View

60 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed

Washing machineGarden viewSeating area

This 60 m² one-bedroom apartment has a full kitchen, garden and pool views, and a washing machine, distinguishing it from the studios. The private entrance leads into an air-conditioned space with tiled floors and a seating area beside a flat-screen TV. A shower and bidet serve the bathroom, and the kitchen includes a dining table.

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Apartment with Pool View

60 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Pool viewDining areaKitchen

The 60 m² apartment has a full kitchen, separate bedroom and dining area, with an extra-large double bed. The layout includes a private entrance and seating area, while garden and pool views feature in this type. A flat-screen TV, air conditioning, shower and bidet complete the main features.

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Facilities

43 facilities

Parking

Private bathroom

Air conditioning

View

Free WiFi

Shuttle service

Fitness centre

Free parking

Non-smoking rooms

Flat-screen TV

The building combines an outdoor swimming pool with a fitness centre, and lift access serves the private apartments. Shuttle service is available for a charge, while 24-hour security and a safety deposit box are among the shared facilities. CCTV covers both the outside of the property and common areas, and there is a designated smoking area. The apartments also have air conditioning, and non-smoking rooms are available.

In kitchens or kitchenettes, you have a stovetop, microwave, refrigerator, kettle, toaster and kitchenware; flat-screen TVs are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, bidet, hairdryer, towels and linen, while room features include seating areas, a sofa and tiled or marble floors. A private entrance is available in the units. Free public parking is possible on site, and WiFi is free throughout the property.

General

Outdoor swimming pool
Fitness centre
Private apartment in building
Semi-detached
Shuttle service
Designated smoking area
Air conditioning
Non-smoking throughout
Lift
Non-smoking rooms
CCTV outside property
CCTV in common areas
Smoke alarms
24-hour security
Safety deposit box

In the room

Toaster
Stovetop
Kitchenware
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator
Linen
Wardrobe or closet
Towels
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower
Sofa
Seating area

Media & technology

Internet services
Flat-screen TV

Parking

Accessible parking

Location

Hotels in Karon

The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty is in Karon, a beach-side neighbourhood on Phuket’s west coast, where residential buildings, shops and restaurants sit along Patak Road. Karon Beach is 600 m away; Restaurant Piter, High Dose Cafe & Kitchen and Casa Nostra are each 200 m from the apartment. Karon Night Market is 1 km away, and Karon Bazaar is 1.2 km away. Patak Road links Karon's inland residences with the beachfront and the cluster of local food and shopping stops. Karon’s west-coast setting centres on its beach rather than Phuket Town’s historic streets.

Phuket International Airport is 29.5 km away and Phuket Bus Terminal is 11.8 km from the property. A paid shuttle service is available, and free public parking is possible on site without a reservation. Check-in begins at 15:00; the property asks you to share your expected arrival time in advance, either through the special-requests field or the contact details in your confirmation.

South of Karon, Kata Beach is 1.5 km away. Wat Suwankiriket is 1.3 km from the apartment; the temple is a local place to see Buddhist architecture. Phuket Big Buddha is 1.7 km away, a hilltop religious landmark, and Kata View Point is 4.3 km away, with outlooks over Kata Noi, Kata and Karon bays. Swimming and shoreline walks centre on the local beaches, while the temple and viewpoint provide visits beyond the sand.

Karon Beach
Broad sandy shoreline for swimming and sunset walks on Phuket’s west coast.600 m
Karon Night Market
Evening stalls sell Thai dishes, snacks, clothing and locally made souvenirs.1 km
Wat Suwankiriket
Buddhist temple serving Karon, with decorated grounds and traditional architecture.1.3 km
Kata Beach
A neighbouring west-coast beach with sand, swimming and seaside dining.1.5 km
Phuket Big Buddha
Hilltop religious monument with broad views across southern Phuket and the coast.1.7 km
Kata View Point
Lookout over Kata Noi, Kata and Karon bays along the coast.4.3 km

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Is it for you?

Yes, if…

✓you want room to share: the 140 m² sea-view apartment has two bedrooms and two bathrooms for up to four people.
✓you prefer self-catering accommodation, with kitchens in the larger apartments and kitchenettes in the studios.
✓you plan to use an outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre during your stay.
✓you want to walk to the beach: Karon Beach is 600 m from the apartment.
✓you value apartment features such as private entrances, patios, and garden, pool or sea views, depending on the unit.

Maybe not, if…

✕you need a stay shorter than three nights, as the minimum stay is three nights.
✕you would rather not pay a cash damage deposit: THB 5,000 is required on arrival and returned after an inspection.
✕you expect electricity use beyond the included 30 kWh per day without an extra charge; additional use costs 7 baht per kWh.
✕you rely on consistently prompt staff communication or spotless room condition, as some guests report delayed responses, poor communication, wear and odours.

What guests say

17 verified reviews

8.7

Guests appreciate the beach-and-shops setting and the sea and mountain views from the apartments. Feedback on cleanliness is mixed, with some guests noting wear and odours. Value for money is debated, and several guests report slow staff responses and poor communication.

Cleanliness8.9

Location8.9

Comfort8.8

Value for money8.4

Facilities8.3

Staff7.8

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty cost?

Rates at The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty vary with the dates, apartment type and season, and the minimum stay is three nights. View current availability and rates through our booking partners.

How do I get to The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty?

Phuket International Airport is 29.5 km from The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty, and Phuket Bus Terminal is 11.8 km away. A paid shuttle service is available; free public parking is possible on site for arrivals by car. Check-in begins at 15:00, and the property asks you to share your expected arrival time in advance through the special-requests field or the contact details in your confirmation.

What is near The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty?

The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty is 600 m from Karon Beach. Karon Night Market, 1 km away, has evening market stalls, and Wat Suwankiriket is 1.3 km from the apartment. Kata Beach is 1.5 km away; Phuket Big Buddha is 1.7 km away. Nearby options include a beach, a local market, a Buddhist temple and a hilltop landmark.

What is the minimum stay at The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty?

The minimum stay at The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty is three nights. Apartment options range from 50 m² studios to a 140 m² two-bedroom apartment, so the same minimum applies across the accommodation types.

Does The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty require a damage deposit?

The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty requires a THB 5,000 damage deposit in cash on arrival. It is refunded in full at check-out after an inspection, subject to the condition of the apartment.

How is electricity charged at The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty?

The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty includes 30 kWh of electricity per day in the price. Additional electricity use costs 7 baht per kWh, while water usage is included.

Can I prepare meals at The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty?

The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty has apartments with full kitchens and studios with kitchenettes. Cooking equipment includes a stovetop, refrigerator, microwave, kettle, toaster and kitchenware.

Does The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty have a swimming pool?

The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty has an outdoor swimming pool, as well as a fitness centre. Both are among the property's shared facilities, alongside lift access and 24-hour security.

Is breakfast included at The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty?

Breakfast is not included at The Ark at Veloche Group by Lofty. Some apartment types have kitchens or kitchenettes with cooking equipment for preparing meals.