Where to Stay in Bang Tao Beach with Kids
Some of the best family hotels in Phuket are located in Bang Tao Beach because this area has something most beaches don’t: proper kids clubs with trained staff at almost every resort. The 6-kilometre beach stretches along Phuket’s northwest coast, with the northern end dominated by Laguna Phuket, a collection of five integrated resorts where you can hop between properties by shuttle boat. The southern end has independent hotels with their own character. All eight properties on this list offer supervised childcare, making Bang Tao one of the best areas in Phuket if you’re wondering where to stay with kids.
Some of the hotels on this list are part of Laguna Phuket, which means guests can hop between properties using free shuttle buses and canal boats, sign for meals at any of the 30+ restaurants, and access shared facilities like the golf course and Boat Avenue shopping and living area.
Oto Play Park at Central Phuket
Keeping the kids happy during your holiday is important!
Oto Kids Play Park is a smart interactive space with slides, climbing walls, trampolines and interactive play zones that kids don't want to leave. Trained nannies supervise while you enjoy shopping or a proper meal, your entry fee works as food credit! Two locations: Central Phuket & Robinson Chalong.
Laguna Phuket Resorts
These hotels share the Laguna complex benefits: free shuttle buses running from 6 am to midnight, canal boats every 30 minutes from 9 am to 9 pm, signing privileges at all restaurants, and access to Laguna Golf Phuket.
Angsana Laguna Phuket

| On The Beach |
Angsana is a 5-star resort with 378 rooms positioned between two lagoons on direct Bang Tao beachfront. The property is famous for having one of the best kids’ clubs in Southeast Asia and one of the longest resort pools in the region at 323 metres. It’s a large resort but the layout across lagoons and gardens means it doesn’t feel overwhelming. The family focus is obvious from the moment you arrive, with the elaborate two-storey Treehouse Kids Club visible from the main areas.

What’s Great For Kids
Treehouse Kids Club is the standout feature here. The two-storey structure has four interconnected zones with covered walkways. Inside, there’s a large climbing frame with netting and slides, arts and crafts tables, a library, a storytelling area, and an internet corner. Outside, there are three playgrounds for different age groups, plus a covered play area with swings and slides. A large outdoor projector shows films in the evenings.
Ages 4-12 are fully supervised from 9 am to 6 pm daily. Children aged 1-3 can attend with a parent or babysitter. There’s a separate Teens Club for ages 13-16 with PlayStation, Wii, and Xbox. The club runs over 60 activities, including nature walks, Thai dancing, coconut leaf folding, bracelet making, t-shirt decorating, and mini sports. The Treehouse Café serves kid-friendly meals so children can eat lunch at the club.
The 323m pool is genuinely impressive. There’s also a 300m free-form family pool with a real sand beach area within the complex. Multiple kids’ pool areas throughout. Room options include standard lagoon rooms, Two-Bedroom Island Suites, and private pool options. The Two-Bedroom Pool Suite comes with a private pool, yard, outdoor play area, and separate living spaces.
Beach View and Lagoon View versions are available. Three-Bedroom Pool Suites work for larger families. Direct beachfront access to Bang Tao Beach. Seven dining outlets plus two bars, all with kids’ menus.
Good for: Families who want the best kids club facilities in Phuket with extensive activities and proper supervision.
Hotel Summary |
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| The Beach | Beautiful wide beach with soft sand but water is not as blue and shallow as southern beaches. |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort with 409 rooms! |
| The Facilities | 5 restaurants (Thai, seafood,Italian, steakhouse, European), 3 swimming pools with pool bar, including an immense one with fun sliders, Xana beach club, cooking classes. |
| What's Around? | Quite a few restaurants, shops and beach clubs are available on the beach, and the trendy Boat Avenue is not far either. |
| Who is it for? | Known to be great for families, but of course suitable for everyone. |
| Worth Noticing | Great beach club called Xana. |
| Price | A bit pricey |
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Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket

| On The Beach |
Dusit Thani is a 5-star resort with 249 rooms built in traditional Thai architectural style. The property has a more refined atmosphere than some of the larger Laguna resorts, with Thai heritage design throughout. What sets it apart for families is the unique experiences: overnight camping adventures and bottomless ice cream throughout your stay.

What’s Great For Kids
Busy Bee Kids Club takes children aged 4 and up from 9 am daily. The club building has floor-to-ceiling windows, air conditioning, and is filled with toys, games, puzzles, and books. There’s a separate games room with PlayStation and an outdoor grassed area for activities. Staff mix scheduled activities with free play time.
The Children’s Camp Out Experience is genuinely different. Kids sleep in tents, play games, do face painting and arts and crafts, then roast marshmallows in the evening. Surf camps and junior chef experiences are also available.
The property has a main pool with a jacuzzi plus a kids’ pool. The Two-Bedroom Pool Villa is exceptional for families. These are three-storey residences covering 252 sqm. The ground floor has two bedrooms opening to the gardens. The middle level has living, dining, and kitchen areas opening onto a terrace.
The rooftop has an 18 sqm private pool surrounded by loungers. Available in lake or beach settings. Standard rooms are 32-35 sqm with lagoon or ocean views. Dusit Club rooms on the ground floor have private gardens. Direct beachfront access. Five restaurants plus two bars, including beachside dining at Casuarina.
Good for: Families wanting a Thai heritage atmosphere with unique experiences like camping and cooking classes, or those wanting exceptional pool villas.
Hotel Summary |
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| The Beach | Beautiful immense beach with soft sand and clear water during the high season. |
| The Hotel | 5-Star classic hotel |
| The Facilities | 1 pool, 3 restaurants, 2 bars. |
| What's Around? | The resort is part of a vast complex that includes several large similar hotels. Boat Avenue nearby offers many excellent restaurants. |
| Who is it for? | Great for travellers who want o be on the beach and are not interested in nightlife. |
| Worth Noticing | Get Ocean View or Beachfront Rooms! They are affordable and the view is great. |
| Price | Very reasonable for such a beachfront resort. |
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SAii Laguna Phuket

| On The Beach |
SAii is a 5-star resort with 255 rooms that underwent extensive renovations in 2024. The look is modern and contemporary with sea-inspired blues, crisp whites, and warm wooden accents. The centrepiece is a lagoon-style swimming pool with a 55-metre water slide and lazy river, which makes it immediately popular with children.

What’s Great For Kids
Ma-Fee Ma-Fai’s Junior Beach Club takes ages 4-12 from 9 am to 6 pm with full supervision. Under 4s can attend with a parent. Activities include cooking, painting, tie dye, and batik, with separate programs for different age groups.
The pool complex is the main attraction. The 55-metre water slide is the longest at any Laguna property, and the lazy river keeps kids entertained for hours. There’s also a separate children’s pool and poolside cabanas. Room categories run from standard 43 sqm rooms up to the Two-Bedroom Lagoon View Villa at 152 sqm. The villa has two separate bedrooms (king bed plus twins), each with an en-suite bathroom, a fully equipped kitchenette with a large fridge, microwave, and electric stove, plus a generous living and dining area. Maximum occupancy is 6 adults or 2 adults plus 2 children.
Connecting Club Lagoon rooms combine to create 108 sqm of space for up to 6 adults or 4 adults plus 4 children, with Club Lounge access including afternoon tea and evening cocktails. Beach Access rooms have private terraces with direct beach entry. Direct beachfront on Bang Tao Beach. Four restaurants, including the newly opened Terra & Mar, plus bars and 24-hour in-room dining.
Good for: Families who want the water slide and lazy river experience within the Laguna complex.
Hotel Summary |
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| The Beach | Beautiful wide beach with soft sand but water is not as blue and shallow as southern beaches. |
| The Hotel | A 5-star resort, 255 rooms. |
| The Facilities | 3 swimming pools including one almost on the beach with slider for kids. 3 restaurants, 2 bars, kids club, wind surfing, catamaran sailing, diving, kayaking. |
| What's Around? | The resort is part of a vast complex that includes several large similar hotels. |
| Who is it for? | Great for everyone, especially families. |
| Worth Noticing | Recently renovated. There are plenty of small bars and local restaurants right on the beach, next to the hotel. |
| Price | A bit pricey |
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Cassia Phuket

| Distance to Beach: 200 m |
Cassia is a 4-star property with 309 apartment-style suites designed for longer stays. Every unit has a full kitchen with fridge, microwave, stove-top, and cooking facilities. It’s part of the Banyan Group, so you get all the Laguna complex benefits, but at 4-star pricing. The property sits 457 metres from Bang Tao Beach with a free shuttle running regularly.

What’s Great For Kids
Play Play kids club operates from 9 am to 8:30 pm daily with full supervision, some of the longest hours at any Laguna property. The spacious indoor room has floor-to-ceiling windows, toys, games, and arts and crafts. There’s a large games room for teens with foosball and billiards, plus an outdoor playground connected to the kids’ pool. Activities include kids yoga, pool games, movie nights, and cooking classes.
Four outdoor pools, including a children’s pool with a slide. All 309 units are apartment-style. Studio suites, one-bedroom lofts at 45 sqm, and two-bedroom suites at 60-65 sqm. Every unit has a full kitchen, separate living area, dining area, balcony, and washer/dryer. This makes a significant difference for families staying a week or more, as you can prepare breakfast and snacks rather than eating every meal at restaurants.
The property is also pet-friendly. The trade-off is beach access. You’re 457 metres from the sand and need the shuttle, while the other Laguna properties have direct beachfront. For families who prioritise self-catering facilities and longer stays, this won’t matter. For those wanting to walk straight onto the beach, consider the other options.
Two restaurants plus a café that functions as a 24-hour convenience store. Full access to all 30+ Laguna restaurants.
Good for: Families staying a week or longer who want full kitchen facilities at the best value within the Laguna complex.
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location 📍 | Bang Tao Beach, within Laguna Phuket complex, 21 km from the airport |
| Beach ⛱️ | 200 metres away, accessible by free shuttle boat or electric scooter. Wide sandy beach with restaurants and beach clubs. |
| Hotel 🛏️ | 4-star serviced apartments, 218 units. Studios, 1-bedroom lofts (45 sqm), 2-bedroom suites (60-65 sqm). All with full kitchens, living areas, and balconies. |
| Facilities | Infinity pool complex, kids pool with slide, Vista restaurant, Market23 convenience store, Cassia FIT gym, Play Play kids club, co-working space. |
| What’s Around | Boat Avenue 1.3 km. Porto de Phuket shopping village is nearby. Free shuttle to other Laguna resorts. Laguna Golf is within the complex. |
| Who is it for? | Families with kids, long stayers wanting kitchen facilities, and digital nomads. Not for those wanting luxury finishes or immediate beachfront access. |
| Worth Noticing | Phuket’s first fully pet-friendly hotel with full pet amenities |
| Price | Mid-range |
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Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort

Important note: This property has been rebranded as SAii Laguna Phuket. If you’re searching for Outrigger Laguna Phuket, you’ll find SAii at the same location. See the SAii Laguna Phuket entry above for current details. Some booking sites still list Outrigger as a separate property. Contact the hotel directly to confirm the current branding before booking.
Independent Bang Tao Hotels
These three hotels are not part of Laguna Phuket. They don’t have access to the shuttle boats, shared restaurants, or complex-wide signing privileges. Each operates as a self-contained resort.
Mövenpick Resort Bangtao Beach Phuket

| Across the Street |
Mövenpick is a boutique 5-star property with just 40 residences, making it the smallest hotel on this list. Located 50 metres from Bang Tao Beach, it’s independent from the Laguna complex. Every unit is residential-style with a full Italian kitchen featuring Snaidero cabinetry and De Dietrich/Siemens appliances, including oven, hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washer/dryer.

What’s Great For Kids
Little Birds Club takes children aged 3 and up with experienced supervision. The indoor space features themed décor, with green carpeting that mimics the lawn and a sky painted on the ceiling. There’s a playhouse, a small slide, a ball pit, and children’s tables for arts and crafts. Activities include folding coconut leaves into animal shapes, drawing, and engaging in creative projects.
Chocolate Hour is a Mövenpick signature where families sample bite-sized chocolates. There’s also a games room with table tennis and billiards for teens and families.
Two outdoor pools.
Accommodation comes in three sizes: one-bedroom suites at 40 sqm, two-bedroom suites at 62 sqm, and three-bedroom residences at 248 sqm. All have full kitchens, large balconies, and separate living and dining areas. The full kitchen facilities make this property particularly suitable for families with young children who need to prepare specific foods, or for longer stays where restaurant dining every meal becomes expensive.
50 metres from Bang Tao Beach, a short walk. Two restaurants on site with kids’ menus and high chairs.
Good for: Families wanting a boutique atmosphere with full kitchen facilities outside the Laguna complex.
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location 📍 | Bang Tao Beach, northern end near Laguna Golf, 20 minutes from the airport |
| Beach ⛱️ | Direct beachfront, 22 steps to sand. Six-kilometre stretch, quieter northern section with clear water. |
| Hotel 🛏️ | 5-star boutique resort, 40 residences. 1-bedroom (40 sqm), 2-bedroom (62-148 sqm), 3-bedroom penthouses (248-360 sqm). All with full kitchens, balconies, and living areas. |
| Facilities | Large rectangular infinity pool, swim-up bar, Blossom Spa, health club with steam room and sauna, Little Birds Club kids club, games room. |
| What’s Around | Canal Village is 820m walking. Laguna Golf is nearby. Beach clubs on the sand. Quiet area with limited walkable restaurants. |
| Who is it for? | Families wanting spacious apartments with kitchens, couples wanting quiet beachfront. Not for those wanting nightlife, diverse on-site dining, or Laguna facilities access. |
| Worth Noticing | Daily chocolate hour. A small 40-unit property means an intimate atmosphere. All suites have Bose systems and full kitchens. |
| Price | Luxury |
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Sunwing Bangtao Beach

| On The Beach |
Sunwing is a 4-star resort with 283-300 rooms designed specifically as a family destination. The marketing describes it as a “fully contained family resort”, and that’s accurate. Direct beachfront on Bang Tao Beach, multiple pools across a large green area, comprehensive kids programs, and mascot characters called Lollo and Bernie who appear throughout the day.

What’s Great For Kids
The Kids Club runs a super-comprehensive program with activities for all ages, from infants to grandparents. Daily themed activities, sports, games, tournaments, evening programs, painting, movies, and entertainment. The Lollo and Bernie mascots are a hit with younger children.
Pool count varies by source, somewhere between 4 and 8 pools, depending on how you count connected sections. Confirmed: at least one children’s pool with a waterslide and one paddling pool for toddlers. Pools stay open until late.
Rooms range from standard rooms with spacious balconies to suites with a kitchenette including fridge, microwave, kettle, and dishes. Family rooms and apartments are available. Some pool access rooms. The property is large but green, with plenty of space between buildings.
Direct beachfront access to Bang Tao Beach’s white sand. Multiple restaurants, pool bar, and all-inclusive options available.
Ranked #1 of 14 hotels in Bang Tao Beach on TripAdvisor.
Good for: Families wanting a self-contained resort experience with comprehensive entertainment programs and direct beach access.
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location 📍 | Bang Tao Beach, direct beachfront, 25 minutes from the airport, southern section |
| Beach ⛱️ | Direct beach access to white sand. Six-kilometre stretch, calm waters during high season, wide beach. |
| Hotel 🛏️ | 4-star Scandinavian family resort, 283-300 units. Studios (44.5 sqm), family suites (69.5 sqm), and special Lollo & Bernie suites. All with kitchenettes. |
| Facilities | Six pools, including a kids’ pool with waterslides. La Tasca and Fino restaurants, Piak’s Kitchen, pool bar, fitness centre, spa, kids club with daily activities. |
| What’s Around | Beach restaurants nearby. Porto de Phuket shopping 5 minutes. Local centre with restaurants 1.2 km. |
| Who is it for? | Families with children of all ages, Scandinavian families, those wanting self-contained resort experience. Not for couples wanting romantic atmosphere or extensive on-site dining. |
| Worth Noticing | Lollo & Bernie mascots appear daily. Ranked #1 on TripAdvisor for Bang Tao Beach. Evening shows, nightly entertainment. Travelife Gold certified. |
| Price | Mid-range |
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Arinara Beach Resort Phuket

| On The Beach |
Arinara is a 4-star resort with 202 rooms spread across a low-density layout with extensive greenery. The property gets consistent praise for cleanliness and maintenance. Located on direct Bang Tao beachfront, 30 minutes from Phuket airport.

What’s Great For Kids
The Kids Club has indoor and outdoor play areas, a playground, and a ball house. But the main attraction for children is the pool complex.
The pools are exceptional. Multiple water slides, including a double slide, single slide, 6-lane Whizzard, Super Bowl, Boomerango, and Family Raft Ride. There’s also a lazy river, an undercover Spring Pool for hot days, and importantly, shaded pool areas. The shade matters when you have young children in tropical heat. Daily children’s entertainment in the pools includes floats, noodles, water games, Aqua Zumba, and family water polo.
Pool Access rooms have ground-level balconies opening directly to the main pool. Pool View rooms are also available. Rooms are described as large and spacious with king beds. Direct beachfront access to Bang Tao Beach. The beach is clean with no seaweed, and there’s shade available. A beachside bamboo restaurant serves food on the sand. Extensive breakfast buffet with options for different dietary requirements.
30 minutes from Phuket airport, which is convenient for families with young children who don’t want a long transfer after a flight.
Good for: Families who prioritise pool facilities with multiple slides and water features, plus direct beach access.
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location 📍 | Bang Tao Beach, direct beachfront, southern section, 30 minutes from the airport |
| Beach ⛱️ | Direct access to Bang Tao Beach, an 8 km long white sand beach. Clean, calm waters are good for swimming. |
| Hotel 🛏️ | 4-star resort with 202 rooms. Studios, grand deluxe, and pool access rooms. Thai contemporary design. |
| Facilities | Multiple pools, including a kids’ pool with waterslides and sprinkler features. Two restaurants, three bars, The Beach Club, fitness centre, spa, kids club, games room. |
| What’s Around | Beach restaurants nearby. Boat Avenue 2 km. Local shops are within walking distance. |
| Who is it for? | Families with children prioritise pool facilities and waterslides, and couples want a beachfront location. Not for those wanting Patong nightlife or ultra-modern facilities. |
| Worth Noticing | Multiple waterslides, including a ramp-shaped slide and sprinklers. Pool access rooms with private pool entry. Beach club ‘The Beach’ on the property with Sunday brunch. |
| Price | Mid-range |
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Our Recommendations
- Best kids club: Angsana Laguna Phuket. The two-storey Treehouse with 60+ activities, separate age groups, teens club, and on-site café is unmatched in Phuket.
- Best pool complex: Arinara Bangtao Beach Resort. Six different water slides, a lazy river, shaded areas, and daily pool entertainment. SAii Laguna is second with its 55m slide and lazy river.
- Best for longer stays: Cassia Phuket. Full kitchens in all units, Laguna complex access, 4-star pricing, and kids’ club open until 8:30 pm.
- Best private pool villas: Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket. The three-storey pool villas with rooftop pools are exceptional for families wanting space and privacy.
- Best value: Sunwing Bangtao Beach. Direct beachfront, comprehensive kids programs, multiple pools, all-inclusive options, ranked #1 on TripAdvisor for Bang Tao.
- Best boutique option: Mövenpick Resort. Only 40 residences, full Italian kitchens, intimate atmosphere outside the Laguna complex.
Disclaimer: Once you’ve chosen your hotel, it’s always a good idea to contact them directly before booking. While we do our best to keep this information accurate, kids club hours, age policies, and facilities can change without notice.















