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14 Best Family Resorts in Phuket 🧸

What are the best hotels with Kid’s Clubs in Phuket

Finding the right family resort in Phuket is as challenging as it is important. Phuket has a great range of hotels that appeal to families, from cosy guesthouses with local charm to sprawling luxury resorts. Whether searching for a beachfront resort with massive swimming pools, a quiet retreat with comfy guest rooms, or a place offering fun-filled sports, art and cultural activities for the kids, a hotel in Phuket will cater to your needs.


Best Family Hotels in Phuket

JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa

Location: Mai Khao Beach

The five-star JW Marriott Phuket Resort is a tempting choice for families who want a more peaceful holiday with a touch of luxury. Set along the quiet Mai Khao Beach on Phuket’s northwest coast, the 265-room resort offers families a large and lush retreat. It’s been consistently ranked among Asia’s top resorts by Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast since it opened in 2001.

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The resort has three swimming pools and daily activities like batik painting at its kids’ club. Almost every service at JW Marriott has been adapted to appeal to children, including a cooking course, especially for kids, and even spa treatments designed for kids. Read more about JW Marriott Phuket Resort.

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The BeachGood Beach: very long and quiet but sand is a little more coarse than average, and sea gets deep quickly. No sun loungers nor umbrellas on the beach.
The Hotel5-star resort,
The Facilities6 restaurants (Thai, Italian, steakhouse, Japanese, international), 2 huge pool (one for kids), Kids Club, Spa, Fitness with yoga classes, cooking classes
What's Around?Not much around except other luxury resorts and a modern shopping village.
Who is it for?Popular with everyone, with a preference for couples and families
Worth Noticing The Kids Club is superb and kids love it, the team is truly caring.
PriceA bit pricey

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Location: Maikhao Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 3
Restaurants and bars: 9
Distance to the Beach: on the beach


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Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort

Le Meridien Phuket

Location: Karon Noi Beach

This 400-room luxury resort is in a coveted location, set on 40 acres in a cove between Karon and Patong beaches, with a beautiful white-sand beach at its doorstep. While “private” beaches are not allowed in Phuket, the beach here is essentially private since the resort takes up most of the land approaching it.

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The bay is a lovely spot to swim, and Le Meridien offers a wide range of family activities, including tennis and squash, Hobie cat sailing, a climbing wall and scuba diving lessons. Two large swimming pools with sea views and a kids’ pool offer plenty of space for children to splash around. Read more

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The BeachFantastic beach: Direct access to Karon Noi, an immense private beach with superb white sand and clear water
The Hotel5-star resort, 417 rooms and 57 suites, with full or partial beach views
The Facilities9 restaurants and a massive pool. Spa, Huge fitness, watersports
What's Around?Nothing around the hotel itself but Patong and Karon are easy to reach in minutes.
Who is it for?Great for everyone, especially families. Suitable for couples who want to enjoy a superb beach and still be able to reach Patong for party and nightlife easily.
Worth Noticing The resort is immense so it’s not exactly an intimate hotel. The pool is also the largest in Phuket.
PriceA bit high, but the beach is worth it.

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Location: Karon Noi Beach
Range:
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Swimming pools: 2 (4,700 sqm)
Restaurants and bars: 8
Distance to the Beach: on an amazing beach!


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SAii Laguna Phuket Resort

SAii Laguna Phuket Resort

Location: Bangtao Beach

SAii Laguna Phuket is a large luxury resort set right on the sand of Bangtao Beach on the west coast of Phuket Island. The hotel was recently renovated, and the new design, mostly visible around the pool area, takes advantage of the amazing 300-meter-long direct beach access.

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With this new look and such a unique location, combined with the legendary Thai hospitality, a stay at SAii Laguna Phuket is a real treat. The resort often provides various activities, services, and facilities that are suitable for kids, such as kid’s clubs, swimming pools with areas for children, and family-friendly dining options. Read more

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The BeachBeautiful wide beach with soft sand but water is not as blue and shallow as southern beaches.
The HotelA 5-star resort, 255 rooms.
The Facilities3 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.
PriceA bit pricey

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Location: Bang Tao Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2 pools
Restaurants and bars: 4
Distance to the Beach: on the beach!


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Centara Grand Beach Resort

Centara Grande Beach Resort

Location: Karon Beach

For families looking to keep cool in the pool on their Phuket holiday, few places are better than Centara Grand. This large family resort on the northern end of Karon Beach is a virtual water world with its lazy river, waterslides, cliff-jumping platform and waterfalls. They have a kids’ club with daily activities, a children’s pool, and an adults-only pool for those hoping to avoid the clamour of children playing.

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Karon’s soft sands are just a few steps away, making it easy to enjoy watersports like kayaking or snorkelling without leaving the hotel. Centara offers suites and villas with private plunge pools for families wanting more secluded accommodation. Read more

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The BeachBeautiful wide beach with clear water in high season.
The HotelA 5-star resort, 262 rooms.
The Facilities3 restaurants (Asian, Mediterranean, Italkian), 2 swimming pools (1 is adults only), beach club, huge fitness, cooking classes, a superb spa, kids club.
What's AroundSome small restaurants nearby, close to the beach. Karon town is just 1 km away with plenty of dining, shopping and a bit of nightlife (nowhere near Patong nightlife though).
Who is it for?everyone, including couples and families.
Worth Noticing When booking it, make sure you book Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket, not Centara Karon Resort Phuket nearby!
PriceA bit pricey.

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Location: Karon Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 4
Restaurants and bars: 7
Distance to the Beach: on the beach


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Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort

Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort

Location: Kamala Beach

Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort provides a range of exciting activities and clubs for kids with diverse interests and age groups. Camp Hyatt caters to kids aged 4-12, featuring fun and educational experiences like cultural activities, outdoor adventures, and arts and crafts.

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Additionally, kids can enjoy beach activities like building baby turtle sandcastles and visiting Mother Turtle Rock. Adventurous children aged 8-10 can try the Bubble Maker course, and the brand-new marine-themed Camp Hyatt offers a supervised and secure environment for children to play and explore. The space has an indoor clubhouse and an outdoor play area and is situated next to the seafront infinity pool. Read more

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The BeachThe beach is quiet but not good for swimming.
The Hotel5-star hotel with 201 rooms with views.
The Facilities1 immense pool. 2 restaurants including a Mexican restaurant at the top of the hotel, with an infinity pool with great sunsets. Great kids club. Spa and Fitness.
What's Around?Not much around the hotel but Kamale next door has many beach restaurants at great prices.
Who is it for?Travellers looking for a quiet location with beautiful views.
Worth Noticing The beach is not good for swimming but there is a shuttle to Kamala Beach just next.
PriceReasonable.

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Location: Kamala Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 3
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the Beach: across the street


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Holiday Inn Resort Phuket

Holiday Inn Phuket Resort

Location: Patong Beach

This large resort along the beach road in Patong has long been a family favourite. With its naughty nightlife scene, Patong isn’t usually considered an ideal place for families to visit. But the Holiday Inn’s size and friendly ambience create a welcoming kid-friendly retreat that helps cocoon guests from Patong’s craziness.

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The resort’s many family features are a kids’ club, movie room, Xbox 360s, and activities like Muay Thai classes and umbrella painting. It has six – yes, six! – Swimming pools on-site, including a kids’ pool with a mini-slide. The Holiday Inn is more than 30 years old, but frequent renovations keep it looking fresh. Read more

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The BeachThe hotel is just across the street from the large and beautiful beach of Patong. You can rent beach chairs with umbrellas, and drinks vendors. Jet skis and parasailing are easily available.The beach can get very busy in this area.
The Hotel4-star with 2 wings: the Main Wing and the Busakorn Wing, 388 rooms, including pool access rooms.
The Facilities3 swimming pools. 3 restaurants, 1 bar and a large pool bar. Great Kids club and fitness room.
What's Around?The hotel is facing the beach and just 1 km from Bangla Walking Street, which is great for nightlife. There are 2 night market nearby and a lot of small restaurants, bars and convenience stores.
Who is it for?Travellers who want everything near, especially active nightlife and don't mind staying in a busy area.
Worth Noticing Great for party and beach, but not for a romantic holiday.
PriceGood value for such location

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Location: Patong Beach
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 3
Restaurants and bars: 4
Distance to the Beach: across the street


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Le Meridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort

Le Meridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort

Location: Mai Khao Beach

Le Meridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort is a peaceful 5-star hotel by the sea, north of Phuket Island between Phuket Airport and Sarasin Bridge, connecting Phuket to the mainland. The resort is perfect for families looking for a hideaway far from the busy beaches of Phuket. As we wandered around, it was obvious that the hotel strongly focused on families, designed so kids could have a lot of fun, but other guests could also enjoy a peaceful holiday.

The Kids Club is the highlight of the hotel. Large and beautifully decorated, it has plenty of fun activities for the little ones to have a blast. The most popular place is always the huge ball pit, followed by the outdoor sliders in the dedicated garden. Just metres away, the shallow kids’ pool is irresistible, with water slides and water cannons.

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The BeachGood Beach: very long and quiet but sand is a little more coarse than average, and sea gets deep quickly. No sun loungers nor umbrellas on the beach.
The Hotel5-star resort,
The Facilities2 restaurants (Thai and international), 2 pools (one for kids), Kids Club, Spa, Fitness
What's Around?Not much around except other luxury resorts and a modern shopping village.
Who is it for?Good for travellers and families looking for a hideaway by the beach.
Worth Noticing The Kids Club is superb and kids love it, the team is truly caring.
Beyond the beach, there is very attractions or activities near the hotel.
PriceReasonable

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Location: Mai Khao Beach
Address:  81, Moo3, Tumbol Mai Khao Amphur, TALANG, Thalang, Ban Mai Khao, Thailand, Phuket
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the Beach: on the beach


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Pullman Phuket Arcadia Karon Beach Resort

Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa

Location: Karon Beach

This sprawling 665-room resort across the road from Karon Beach offers a fun-filled escape for families. Pullman Phuket Arcadia Karon Beach Resort has a kids’ club and playgrounds on-site, while additional family-friendly choices include five outdoor pools, tennis and squash courts, a putting green, and a games room with a pool table. There’s also a range of activities to join every day, including bingo games and fruit carving.

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Even if you don’t stay at the Pullman, it’s worth checking out its popular Sunday brunch, where families can gorge on a big buffet meal and enjoy access to the pools and kids’ entertainment for a reasonable fee. Read more

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The BeachNaithon is a lovely beach away from the main road and therefore quiet. Soft sand and very blue water during high season.
The Hotel5-star hotel, 277 (7 room types: Deluxe, Grand Deluxe, Family Deluxe, Ocean, Grand Ocean, One Bedroom Pool Villa, Two-Bedroom Pool Villa)
The Facilities3 Restaurants: Elements (Seafood, Thai, International), Vero (Italian) The Deli (A la carte), large swimming pool, fitness, kids club
What's Around?Just next to the hotel, the tiny town of Naithon has a few restaurants and shops along the road, as well as plenty of street food and tropical fruits vendors. The hidden Banana Beach is also nearby.
Who is it for?Great for couples but suitable for everyone who doesn’t want to be near busy areas.
Worth Noticing The hotel is not on the beach itself; there is a staircase to reach it from the pool
Price Great value

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Location: Karon Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 5
Restaurants and bars: 8
Distance to the Beach: across the street


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Angsana Laguna Phuket Resort

Angsana Laguna Phuket Resort

Location: Bangtao Beach

Angsana Laguna is an ideal family resort for an activity-filled family getaway in Phuket. The huge swimming pool and lazy river are a dream for kids, and there’s a separate kids’ pool for young children. Angsana is located on Bangtao Beach within the large Laguna hotel complex, and there’s a free shuttle service between the resorts.

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Many sports and leisure activities are available, including kayaking, swimming lessons, kids’ yoga and family cooking classes. There’s also a kids’ club on-site, and childcare is available – great for parents hoping to enjoy some beach time away from the kids for a few hours. Read more

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The BeachBeautiful wide beach with soft sand but water is not as blue and shallow as southern beaches.
The Hotel5-star resort with 409 rooms!
The Facilities5 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.
PriceA bit pricey

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Location: Bang Tao Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 3
Restaurants and bars: 5
Distance to the Beach: on the beach


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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Phuket Marriott Resort Merlin Beach

Location: Merlin Beach near Patong

This hotel is previously known as the Merlin Beach Resort. It is just a five-minute drive from busy Patong, but its beachfront location and hilly green surroundings give it a secluded feel. Kids curious about nature will find plenty to enjoy here, with a coral reef for snorkelling just off the beach and the resort’s own coral reef education centre and butterfly sanctuary.

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Many sports and arts activities are available, including kayaking, beach volleyball, and batik painting lessons. The resort is in a lush tropical setting on Tri-Trang Beach, with three swimming pools whimsically designed to appeal to kids. Read more

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The BeachThe beach is immense, and the water warm and shallow. Sand maybe not be as white and the sea as blue as in busy beaches, but Nai Yang is a charming and relaxing beach.
The Hotel5-star resort, a very modern hotel with pool access room and private villas.
The Facilities1 large pool, an excellent spa, 3 restaurants: The Andaman Kitchen (Thai cuisine), Big Fish (Thai, International), The Lounge (International), Cooking classes, Kids club.
What's Around?Plenty of local food, small restaurants, shops and convenience stores, Splash Jungle Water Park, Blue Canyon Country Club.
Who is it for?Good for couples who prefer a peaceful retreat and small families.
Worth Noticing There is a secret beach nearby.
Price A bit pricey

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Location: Merlin Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 3
Restaurants and bars: 8
Distance to the Beach: on the beach


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Katathani Phuket Beach Resort

Katathani Resort on Kata Noi Beach

Location: Kata Noi Beach

Katathani Resort is located on Kata Noi Beach, an exceptionally good beach for families to play and relax. The bay is quite shallow, the sand is fine and white, and it’s a good spot for surfing (from May to October) and snorkelling.

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The resort is elegantly designed and offers a range of room types to suit families, including a two-bedroom suite and a family suite for up to six guests. Katathani provides an awesome choice for swimming and splashing with six swimming pools, a water park, a mini-slide, and four kids’ pools. The resort also has a well-equipped games room, ballroom and a kids’ club with daily activities. Read more

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The BeachSuperb Beach: vast and beautiful with soft sand and clear water, not crowded.
The Hotel5-star hotel, 478 rooms, 218 of them are facing the sea but across the garden.
The Facilities6 restaurants, 4 bars, 6 swimming pools, spa, Kids Club, fitness.
What's Around?Several local restaurants, some convenience stores and shops are just behind the hotel. Don’t miss the panoramic restaurants on the hill above the hotel.
Who is it for?Suitable for everyone who want an amazing beach and is not interested in shopping or nightlife, especially families!
Worth Noticing There are 2 wings: the Thani Wing and the Bhuri Wing: only the Thani wing is facing the sea, so choose wisely!
Price A bit pricey in high season.

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Location: Kata Noi Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 6
Restaurants and bars: 10
Distance to the Beach: on the beach


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Sunwing Kamala Beach Resort

Sunwing Kamala Beach Resort

Location: Kamala Beach

Sunwing Kamala Beach Resort is popular with families, and it is about 250 metres from Kamala Beach. This resort offers fantastic aquatic facilities with seven pools and waterslides to keep the kids busy all day (while the grown-ups can relax at the swim-up bar!). Family-friendly activities at the resort include “play & splash” pool games, water polo and acrobatic/magic shows. There’s also a kids’ club and playground.

Sunwing’s central location in Kamala is an easy walk to the beach and nearby shops and restaurants. For families on a budget, Sunwing is ideal, with good-value facilities like coin-operated laundry machines on site.




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Location: Kamala Beach
Range: 3-star
Swimming pools: 8!
Restaurants and bars: 3 restaurants, 2 bars
Distance to the Beach: on the beach


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Phuket Graceland Resort & Spa

Graceland Resort Phuket

Location: Patong Beach

This 600-room hotel found just a short walk across the road from the sands of Patong Beach, was designed with families in mind. Nearly all the rooms here have two beds, a surprisingly rare feature for a popular family destination like Phuket.

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Spread across the large resort grounds are four sea-view swimming pools with kids’ pools, a kids’ club and a library with computers. It even has its eight-lane bowling alley and snooker room. With eight restaurants and bars on-site, families could easily spend their whole holiday at the Graceland, though Patong Beach’s dining and leisure choices are within easy reach, too. Read more

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The BeachThe hotel is just across the street from the beach where you will find beach chairs and drinks vendors.
The Hotel4-star beachfront resort with 600 rooms, including 130 suites.
The Facilities4 restaurants and 4 bars, 3 immense pools, a spa, a bowling alley, fitness center and a kids' club.
What's Around?Some restaurants along the beach road and a beach club nearby.
Who is it for?Traveller who want a quiet location with easy access to a beautiful beach, at a short distance to nightlife.
Worth Noticing The hotel is a bit ageing and very large, but always popular. Convenient location.
PriceGood value for money

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Location: Patong Beach
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 3
Restaurants and bars: 5
Distance to the Beach: across the road


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Pamookkoo Resort

Pamookkoo Resort Kata Beach

Location: Kata Beach



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Location: Kata Beach
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 1 restaurant, 2 bars
Distance to the Beach: 600 m


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Novotel Phuket Vintage Park Resort

Novotel Phuket Vintage Park Resort

Location: Patong Beach

Novotel Phuket Vintage Park is the best family resort in Phuket, located in the heart of the Patong, just a 5-minute walk from the beach, shopping centres, vibrant nightlife, and Thai street food.

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Accommodations are suitable for a maximum of 2 adults and 2 kids (under 16 years old). The highlight is the spacious “Family Room.” This 45 sq. m. room features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, ensuring a restful sleep for your children. This room is conveniently located near the kids’ pool and playground.

Enjoy your day at the expansive swimming pool, the largest pool in Patong, with a separate kid’s pool designed with safety in mind, including a colourful kid’s pool area that connects with our 2,000 sq.m. main pool. With excellent amenities, a convenient location, and dedicated family-friendly services, Book your stay with us and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones!

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Location: Patong Beach
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools
: 1 pool (2,000 Sqm)
Kids club: yes
Distance to the Beach: 400 m

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Phuket Orchid Resort and Spa

Phuket Orchid Resort Spa min



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Phuket Orchid Resort Spa is a large resort with a full range of leisure facilities ideal for families, found just a short walk away from the beach in Karon Centre. The hotel provides a wide range of accommodations, including connecting rooms, family rooms with bunk beds, and pool access rooms.

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At Phuket Orchid Resort, guests can relax and play with ease with its 3 swimming pools, spa, kid’s pool, kids’ club, playground, 12-metre water slide, fitness centre, and even the resort’s own mascot, Guinlider, the penguin. Phuket Orchid Resort has long been a favourite venue in Phuket for weddings, meetings and other events, with an extensive choice of conference and dining facilities.

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Location: Karon Beach
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 2
Restaurants: 1+1 Bar
Distance to the closest beach: 190 m
Distance to Patong Beach: 7.8 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 16.4 km

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