Phuket Orchid Resort and Spa in Karon
✅ Multiple reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming front desk staff, especially Lilly, Patty, and Netty, enhancing guest experience. ✅ Guests appreciate the proximity to Karon Beach with many noting it is only a few minutes' walk away. ✅ Family-friendly facilities such as water slides, multiple pools, and a kids’ club receive positive remarks from families traveling with children. ✅ The buffet breakfast is frequently described as good and varied, with some reviewers praising the large dining area and quality of food. ✅ Several guests mention that rooms are spacious and comfortable, particularly after the 2010 renovation. ❌ Numerous reviews report that rooms are outdated, with issues such as bad odors, poor air conditioning, and inconsistent hot water supply. ❌ Noise from street and nearby bars at night disturbs sleep for some guests, especially rooms facing the street. ❌ Some guests experienced problems with check-in procedures, room assignment errors, and slow responses to maintenance issues. ❌ WiFi quality and parking convenience receive lower ratings, with WiFi noted as unreliable. ❌ Several guests criticize the hotel for being overpriced relative to room condition and service quality.
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Description
Phuket Orchid Resort and Spa is a large, family-oriented 4-star hotel built in 1990 and renovated in 2010, offering 524 rooms across seven 4-story buildings. Located in the southern part of Karon Bay, the resort features two outdoor pools including water slides popular with children, a spa center, beauty salon, and multiple dining options with two restaurants and two bars. Guests can access a public sandy beach just 100 meters away, though a road separates the hotel from the shore. Rooms vary from Deluxe Double rooms with pool views to family configurations including bunk beds and pool access options. The resort provides children’s facilities like a kids’ club (seasonal), playground, and nanny services. While many guests praise the friendly staff and good breakfast variety, some note that the rooms and facilities show signs of aging and that noise from nearby nightlife can affect sleep. WiFi quality scores lower compared to other amenities. Overall, the resort aims to balance family-friendly fun with proximity to Karon Beach and local eateries.
Location
Phuket Orchid Resort and Spa is located on Luang Phor Chuan Road in Karon, approximately 30 km from Phuket International Airport (HKT). The resort is about 230 meters from Karon Beach, a clean sandy public beach that is accessible by crossing a road. It is also 11 km from the center of Patong, offering access to nightlife and shopping. Nearby dining options include Sofia Restaurant (165 m), 3 Siblings Restaurant (268 m), and Pineapple Guesthouse café (275 m), which has a high guest rating of 9/10. The hotel is situated in a quieter part of the beach, providing convenience for families and those seeking a mix of relaxation and local amenities.
Tips
- Book a room facing away from the street to avoid noise from nearby bars at night.
- Arrive prepared for check-in around 3 PM, though early check-in may be possible.
- If you rely on WiFi for work, consider alternative arrangements due to inconsistent internet quality.
- Bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper, and plan visits to the water slides early as they close at 6 PM.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Chinese, American, Asian Buffet [Mon - Sun] 06:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: AmericanExpress, JSB, Visa, MasterCard
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Air conditioning
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Garden
- Terrace
- Reception desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Fridge
- Family room
- Indoor Fireplace
- Cable TV
- TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Telephone
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bottled water
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Car rental
- Airport transportation
- Transfer services
- English
- Multi-language staff
- Tour assistance
- Bike rental
- Free parking
- Parking nearby
- Free Parking on Premises
- Water park
- Swimming pool
- Outdoor pool
- Next to the beach
- Event facilities
- Conference Hall
- Fitness facilities
- Doctor
- Massage
- Sauna
- Spa
- First Aid Kit
- Playroom
- Babysitting and childcare
- Children's playground
- Children swimming pool
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Kids club
- Pets Not Allowed
The hotel is located on second line from the shore.
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 230 m. It takes 3 minutes To the beach!
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Reviews
Very good service with a smile, special the team of patty, natty and merilin.
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The owner/woman in charge is still the same as all those years ago and she's just great super friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone wether solo traveller, friends, couple or family it's a perfect fit for everyone.
Quiet place.
Clean room.
Good location.
Decent WiFi connection.
Don’t come here for your honeymoon, but for a few solo cheap days off-grid in Phuket it’s just fine.
There are a lot of shops and restaurants near the Guesthouse.
The location is good! Not far from Karon beach. We were very happy to stay in this Guesthouse. Very recommendly!
Frequently asked questions about Phuket Orchid Resort and Spa
How far is Phuket Orchid Resort and Spa from the beach?
The resort is approximately 100 meters from Karon Beach, separated by a road.
Does the hotel offer facilities for children?
Yes, the resort includes a kids' club (operational April to October on weekdays), a children's playground, a kids' pool with a play area, and nanny services available upon request for an additional fee.
Are pets allowed at the Phuket Orchid Resort and Spa?
No, pets are not allowed at this hotel.
What types of rooms are available at this hotel?
Room types include Deluxe Double room, Deluxe Double room with pool view, Deluxe Double room with balcony, Deluxe Double room with balcony and pool view, Family with Bunk Bed room, Family room, Family Triple room, Family Quadruple room, Family Double room, and Pool Access Double room.
Is breakfast included and what kind of breakfast is served?
Breakfast is served as a buffet with Chinese, American, and Asian options daily from 6:00 to 10:00. Breakfast is not included in the total price and must be paid for separately at the hotel.
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