Has anyone stayed at the Centara in Kata?
Is it a nice hotel and worth staying at in late April
I don't know the area and would like to give it a try as I have found a good deal

The Sea Food in Centara in Kata is awesome . just unforgettable taste.

No idea what that previous poster is talking about. You asked about the area. Kata Centara is located mid way between Kata Centre and Kata South and is about a 10 minute walk away from the busier areas. Also you need to walk all the way round Club Med property to get to the beach so that's a 15 minute walk, although I think they have a beach shuttle bus. No sea views. Low rise hotel buildings. The resort is located on a street with a number of local eateries, 7-11 nearby, the usual tailor, travel agent. I've never walked into the hotel grounds or inspected the rooms. Looks Ok from a passing glance, quiet area. Don't know much more.

Hotel is good, no problems at all there. Alex forgot to mention there is an awesome divecenter in the street