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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach in Patong

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✅ Multiple reviews highlight the exceptionally friendly, warm, and attentive staff who enhance the guest experience. ✅ The kids' club and children’s activities are frequently praised for keeping children engaged and happy throughout the day. ✅ Guests appreciate the large, interconnected pools including a kids’ pool and an adult pool with swim-up bar. ✅ The private beach is valued for snorkeling with abundant fish species observed directly offshore. ✅ Guests commend the variety of dining options on site and recommend the all-inclusive package for convenience. ✅ The resort’s quiet location away from the busy parts of Patong provides a peaceful environment for relaxation. ❌ Some guests note that the resort is older and some rooms feel dated, with lighting described as harsh rather than cozy. ❌ The pools sometimes appear to have water cleanliness issues, including visible debris and algae. ❌ Dining quality is uneven; while some meals and restaurants are highly praised, others offer only average Thai food and inconsistent value for price. ❌ The hotel is somewhat far from main tourist spots requiring shuttle or taxi rides, as there are limited shops within walking distance. ❌ Espresso coffee is reportedly not available anywhere on property, which disappointed some guests. ❌ Early check-in and late check-out options are not available, which guests should plan accordingly.

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Rooms and prices

2 guests

Adults−2+

Children under 17−0+

Age−7+

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Double room with pool view

Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar

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Larger Double room with pool view

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Larger Quadruple room with pool view

Private bathroom

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Larger Terrace Quadruple room with pool view

Family room with bathroom

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Larger Terrace Double room with pool view

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Pool Access Double room

Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar

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Larger Double room with ocean view

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Larger Terrace Quadruple room with ocean view

Family room with bathroom

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Larger Terrace Double room with ocean view

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Private bathroom

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Larger Beach Front Access Terrace Quadruple room with ocean view

Family room with bathroom

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Larger Beach Front Access Terrace Double room with ocean view

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Description

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach is a large, 5-star resort built in 2000 and renovated in 2016, located on the southern side of Patong Bay. It features 414 spacious rooms arranged in three-story buildings around interconnected pools. The resort offers a private sandy beach 30 meters from the hotel entrance, with 150 meters of shoreline. Families will appreciate the extensive kids' facilities including a kids’ pool, mini club for ages 8-12, nanny services (fee applies), playground, and regular entertainment programs. Dining options include four restaurants and two bars, with service praised as friendly and attentive. Wellness amenities include a spa, sauna, fitness center, and massage services. The resort is noted for its lush grounds and relaxing atmosphere, making it suitable for those seeking a calm stay with plenty of activities onsite.

Location

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach is situated 25 km from Phuket International Airport and about 1 km from the center of Patong Beach, the main entertainment area. It occupies a beachfront location on the private Merlin Beach, with direct access to a 150-meter sandy beach. Nearby amenities include a pharmacy and convenience store a short two-minute walk from the hotel entrance, and the Little Tiger restaurant is 239 meters away. The hotel provides a free shuttle bus to Patong Beach, as the immediate surroundings have limited shops and require taxis for most excursions.

Tips

Consider booking the all-inclusive package to enjoy the dining options without concern for extra costs.
If you have young children, take advantage of the kids’ club and nanny services to relax more easily.
Since early check-in and late check-out are not available, plan your arrival and departure times accordingly.
For coffee lovers, note that espresso machines are not available on site, so you may want to bring your own or plan to get your coffee off-property.

Policies and conditions

Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. 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: For all room types, extra beds can be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
Breakfast: Option: Buffet Cuisine: Western, Chinese, American, Asian, Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Halal, Italian, Vegetarian Opening hours: [Mon - Sun] 06:30-11:00 Open Contact the property to see if extra breakfast is available. If so, you can pay for it at the property.
Deposit Policy: Deposit required The deposit is determined based on the duration of your stay. The charge is THB 2,000.00 (approx. US$60.94) per night. This property accepts cash and credit cards The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment on the day of check-out.
Pets: Pets are not allowed
Service animals: Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 20 years old
Paying at the hotel: UnionPay, MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress, JSB, DinersClub
Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.

2 guests

Adults−2+

Children under 17−0+

Age−7+

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Services and facilities

General

ATM
Shopping on site
Computer
Air conditioning
Elevator/lift
Currency exchange
Smoke-free property
Security guard
Newspapers
Gift shop
Express check-in/check-out
Garden
Television in lobby
Terrace
Fire Extinguisher
Outdoor furniture
Reception desk
Electric car charging

Rooms

Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Fridge
Family room
Indoor Fireplace
Smoke Detector
Cable TV
TV
Minibar
Hairdryer
Bathtub
Shower
Wardrobe/Closet
Bathrobe
Alarm clock
Slippers
Toiletries

Accessibility

Accessibility features
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair access to restaurant

Services and amenities

Ironing
Luggage storage
Laundry
Safe-deposit box
Concierge services
Dry-cleaning
Luggage storage
Wake-up service
Telephone

Meals

Bar
Coffee/tea for guests
Breakfast
Buffet breakfast
Cafe
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bottled water
Kettle

Internet

Free Wi-Fi

Transfer

Shuttle
Car rental
Airport transportation
Transfer services

Languages Spoken

Russian
English
Multi-language staff
Chinese

Tourist services

Tour assistance

Recreation

Barbecue grill(s)
Nightclub
Picnic area
Sun Deck

Parking

Parking
Parking nearby

Pool and beach

Swimming pool
Outdoor pool
Beach facilities
Water fun
Water sport facilities
Private beach
Pool facilities
Beach/pool towels

Business

Business center
Event facilities
Fax and copy machine
Meeting and presentation facilities
Conference Hall

Sports

Diving
Table Tennis
Snorkelling
Tennis court
Fitness facilities
Gym

Beauty and wellness

Doctor
Massage
Sauna
Spa
First Aid Kit

Kids

Playroom
Babysitting and childcare
Children's playground
Children swimming pool
Kids club

Pets

Pets Not Allowed

The hotel is located on first line from the shore.

The nearest beach is located on the distance of 480 m. It takes 7 minutes To the beach!

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09.02.2026 Anonymous

An unparalleled vacation experience!

Perfect for families with children. You don't even need to leave the hotel – just unwind and relax. It's a truly carefree, all-inclusive stay. Thumbs up, indeed!

While Phuket itself can feel quite dirty, run-down, and chaotic, like a disordered small town, the hotel itself is a complete vacation paradise, offering ultimate relaxation.

29.01.2026 Guest

The activities were great, the scenery was beautiful, and the people were lovely. It was also convenient for me to walk to Patong.

30.12.2025 Guest

Overall, the hotel experience was good. The pools in buildings 1, 2, and 3 are interconnected. The kids' pool is located between buildings 1 and 2, while the adult pool with a swim-up bar is between buildings 2 and 3. (Building 4 is suitable for those who prefer quiet.) You can walk or swim through the connecting arches between buildings 1, 2, and 3, so don't overthink which building to stay in. The kids' club was quite fun and the children really enjoyed it. There were also plenty of other play structures for kids.

We tried several restaurants and the service was consistently good; staff were very friendly, always smiling and greeting us. If you can't book the Thai restaurant via the app, try calling. The pizza at the Italian restaurant was delicious, and the beachfront restaurant had the best ambiance and service.

The pool's happy hour from 4-6 PM is definitely worth checking out for a drink.

30.12.2025 Guest

A standard family-friendly hotel. Even though the Christmas prices were outrageous, it mostly met this mom's need to relax while traveling with kids. We didn't leave the hotel for two days and the kids were never bored, playing until they instantly fell asleep every night.

29.12.2025 Shiwubangjiubianshi

The staff were warm and attentive, the rooms were clean and hygienic, and the hotel's restaurant and facilities were all excellent. The only downside is the average location; even with the shuttle bus, it takes over 20 minutes to get to Patong Beach, and Karon Beach is even further. If you choose this hotel, you can temporarily set aside other plans and just enjoy your stay.

23.12.2025 Guest

This hotel is perfect for a vacation! The private beach is excellent for snorkeling; I saw even more fish species there than on the island hopping tour. The dining options are extensive, and I highly recommend the all-inclusive package, which lets you eat and drink from 11 AM onwards. The kids' club also offers childcare, and the staff are incredibly patient with the little ones, even if they don't speak English. There's a fantastic array of activities for both children and adults. If you walk two minutes to the right from the hotel entrance, you'll find a pharmacy and a convenience store that pretty much cover all your basic needs. There's also a laundry service nearby that's more affordable than the hotel's. I definitely need to come back and stay longer next time; it's the kind of hotel you want to make your second home.

06.12.2025 Martin

A good stay overall — great staff, solid facilities, but nothing truly exceptional.

Service across the resort is consistently friendly and attentive. The team is warm, welcoming, and especially kind with children, which made our stay with our baby noticeably easier. Staff interactions were a clear highlight.

The resort itself is large, well-maintained and comfortable, with multiple pools, plenty of space and generally pleasant common areas. Rooms are clean, the beds are comfortable, and housekeeping was reliable throughout our stay. The location is quiet and nicely removed from the busier parts of Phuket, which makes it feel relaxing — but also means there’s not much in walking distance besides a handful of restaurants. For almost everything you need a taxi.

Food and beverage are where the value feels a bit uneven. Prices are on the higher side, but the quality doesn’t always match: Thai dishes across the resort’s restaurants were mostly average, and for better Thai food we often preferred to go outside. Breakfast is fine but not memorable; the salad and vegetable options could be fresher and more appealing. One recurring frustration: there is no good espresso machine anywhere on the property, so for a decent coffee we had to leave the resort every time. For a property of this category, that feels like an oversight.

Overall, everything was good enough but nothing stood out as exceptional — which is fine if you’re here for a relaxing and family-friendly resort experience, but worth knowing if you’re expecting top-tier dining or strong value for money. We enjoyed our stay, but would explore other options next time.

15.11.2025 Shanna

We had an incredible stay at the Marriott Phuket Merlin Beach. Our swim-out room was absolutely amazing — the perfect blend of luxury and relaxation. The beds were extremely comfortable, and we especially loved the day bed on our patio, where we spent many afternoons napping and soaking in the peaceful atmosphere.

The staff and amenities were fantastic from start to finish. The food and drinks were delicious, and everyone we met went above and beyond to make our stay memorable.

A very special thank you to Ice, whose compassion and understanding during a family issue meant more to me than he knows. His assistance was truly appreciated. And a big thank you as well to Dew, who greeted us with such warmth every day — he is the sweetest young man and always made us feel welcome.

We highly recommend this resort and would return in a heartbeat!

02.11.2025 William

wonderful hotel for family vacation, food is good, beautiful view, but be careful in the night I saw a big big snake on the beach, hah

26.10.2025 D

Great Hotel. We were two families, and we all had a great time. The level of service was top notch - all workers did extra to help in anything needed. the kid's club is a bit small but out of all the hotels we have been to it was the most active with many activities for children opening early in the morning until late in the evening. the pool is great and big enough for everyone. the grounds our lovely and you are a taxi ride close enough for things outside the hotel. really recommended.
The only issue which is true for all the hotels we stayed in Thailand is that there is no baby mattress for babies uner the age of 1 years old. this baffles me as babies can suffocate sleeping on extra an extra soft mattress - but a least they did the effort to fix the situation and provided us with an extra mattress to put on the floor which was ok - but this is true for all top hotels we stayed in.

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POIs near hotel

Golden Fisherman (60 min)

The Golden Fisherman monument commemorates local fishing heritage in Karon.

Memorial boat (4 km)

A memorial boat located in Karon, serving as a tribute or historical marker.

Camp Chang Kalim (4 km)

Camp Chang Kalim offers visitors a chance to see elephants and learn about their care in Thailand.

Karon Temple Market (5 km)

Karon Temple Market operates on Tuesdays and Fridays from 4 PM to 10 PM, offering local goods and street food.

Kalim view point (6 km)

Kalim View Point provides panoramic views of the surrounding coastline and ocean.

Cafe and Restaurants near hotel

Restaurant «Little Tiger» (4 min)

Патонг, Kathu District, Пхукет 83150

Frequently asked questions about Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

What types of rooms does Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach offer?

Room types include various double rooms with pool or ocean views, pool access rooms, larger quadruple rooms with ocean or pool views, terrace rooms, beach front access terrace rooms, and a 1 Bedroom Double Suite with ocean view.

Is the resort suitable for families with children?

Yes, the resort features a kids' pool, a mini club for children aged 8-12, a playground, nanny services (for a fee), and entertainment programs designed for children.

Does the hotel have a private beach and what beach activities are available?

Yes, there is a private sandy beach 30 meters from the hotel on Merlin Beach. Snorkeling is popular here, with guests noting abundant fish species at the house reef.

Are pets allowed at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed at this property.

What transportation options are available to get to Patong Beach from the hotel?

The hotel provides a free shuttle bus to Patong Beach and nearby areas. Otherwise, taxis are readily available and affordable for getting around.

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