Phuket Hotels & Resorts: Where to Stay in Phuket

By Paula Parker

With so many Phuket hotels and resorts to choose from, finding the right place for your holiday can feel overwhelming, especially when each option offers a different location, style, range of facilities, and level of comfort.

You may want an exclusive luxury resort or a family-friendly hotel with activities and kids’ clubs, or maybe your budget determines the accommodation you choose.

To help you choose, we have reviewed several Phuket hotels and resorts where we have stayed, listed below.

Follow the links for details about some of our favourite Phuket hotels and resorts.


Phuket Hotels & Resorts

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Holiday Inn at Patong Beach

Holiday Inn Patong Beach, Phuket

The Holiday Inn is situated in the heart of Patong in an unbeatable location directly opposite Patong Beach and is within walking distance of the nightlife on Bangla Road and shopping at Jungceylon.

The Holiday Inn features two wings; the main wing is an ideal choice if you're travelling with kids, with a dedicated kids' pool and kids' club. Also available are nanny and babysitting services.

Other features in the main wing include 3 additional swimming pools, restaurants, cafes, and a fantastic range of rooms, family rooms, and suites, with balconies or a terrace.

This 4-star resort is one of the best family-friendly hotels in Patong and has excellent offers available for kids under 12 years of age.

The Busakorn Wing at the Holiday Inn is perfect for couples or solo travellers looking for a relaxing getaway in the heart of Patong.

There are 2 swimming pools for the exclusive use of guests staying within the Busakorn Wing. You can enjoy cocktails at the swim-up pool bar and delicious all-day dining at the poolside restaurant.

There is a great selection of rooms and villas in the Busakorn Wing, but if you are searching for the ultimate getaway, upgrade to the Pool Access Adults Only King villa.


Learn more about the Holiday Inn at Patong Beach.


Patong Resort Hotel

Patong Resort, Phuket

Patong Resort Hotel is located on Raj-u-thit Road in the heart of Patong.

This 4-star retreat stands out among Phuket hotels for its convenient location, an excellent choice for travellers keen to explore Patong on foot, with the beach just a five-minute walk away and local attractions within easy reach.

We found the resort to be family-friendly, good value for money, and in a great location.

Learn More about the Patong Resort Hotel


M Social Hotel Patong 

M Social Hotel at Patong Beach, operated by Millennium Resorts.

M Social is a stylish 5-star hotel operated by Millennium Resorts, blending contemporary design with technology-led convenience.

The hotel features modern rooms and suites offering high-speed Wi-Fi, minibars and 4K Ultra HD televisions. Selected rooms offer private balconies, pool views and extra space to unwind.

Located in the heart of Patong, the hotel is within easy walking distance of Patong Beach and the vibrant nightlife of Bangla Road.

Within the resort, there are two swimming pools, and if you love shopping, you will love the hotel’s direct access to Jungceylon Shopping Centre. Dining options range from international dishes and authentic Thai flavours to relaxed al fresco meals.

Among Phuket hotels and resorts, M Social is an excellent choice for couples and young travellers who want to experience Patong’s lively nightlife while still having a comfortable place to rest and recharge. Thoughtful touches include an in-room AI voice-control assistant that adds a distinctive modern edge.

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Andaman Embrace Resort at Patong

Andaman Embrace Resort & Spa

The 5-star Andaman Embrace Resort sits at the northern end of Patong Beach and stands out among other Phuket hotels as a peaceful base within easy reach of the Beach, shopping, and nightlife.

The resort has two wings, the Andaman Wing and the Premier Wing, offering a choice of modern rooms, family suites and pool-access rooms.


There are two large swimming pools, with swim-up bars and sun decks. Other hotel facilities include a fitness centre, spa facilities, complimentary Wi-Fi, room service, a mini-mart, and on-site dining.

If you are looking for a family-friendly resort in Patong, the Andaman Embrace ticks a lot of boxes, with an on-site playground, playroom and water slide.

We found the resort is ideal for both couples and family getaways. 

Learn more about the Andaman Embrace. 


Amari Phuket Patong Beach

Amari Phuket Resort

The Amari Phuket is perfect for those who want to stay in Patong.

The 5 Star resort is located at the far southern end of Patong Beach. Read more




Impiana Resort Patong

Impiana Resort Patong, Phuket

The Impiana Resort is an excellent choice for a beach vacation, located directly on the beachfront in Patong. Read More



Marriott Merlin Beach Resort

Marriott Meerlin Beach Resort, Tri Trang Beach, Phuket

The Marriott Merlin Beach Resort is the perfect choice for that much-needed getaway.

The 5-star resort is located at Tri Trang Beach. Read More




Chanalai Garden Resort at Kata

Chanalai Garden Resort Phuket

Chanalai Garden Resort is located on the hillside overlooking Kata Beach.

The four-star resort is an excellent choice with easy access to Kata Beach, restaurants and shops. You can check hotel  reviews, availability and room rates on Agoda. 



Peach Hill Resort

Peach Hill Resort Phuket

The Peach Hill resort is set in a perfect location, only a 5-minute walk to either Karon or Kata Beach.

The resort features 3 swimming pools. Read More




Andaman Seaview Hotel at Karon

Andaman Seaview Hotel, Karon Beach, Phuket

The Andaman Seaview Hotel is a luxury 4-star Phuket hotel located at the southern end of Karon Beach.

The beach is only a short walk from the resort, with a range of good restaurants close by. Read More




Karon Princess Hotel at Karon Beach

Karon Princess Hotel, Phuket

Karon Princess Hotel is a very good 3-star hotel.

The hotel is located directly across the road from Karon Beach and is ideal for those travelling on a budget. Read More




Thavorn Palm Beach Resort at Karon Beach

Thavorn Palm Beach Resort at Karon Beach, Phuket

The Thavorn is a 4-star resort, located across the road from Karon Beach.

The rooms are spacious and the swimming pools are fantastic. Read more  



Pavillions Phuket

Phuket Pavilions

The Phuket Pavilions 5-star pool villas overlook Layan & Bang Tao Beaches.

The villas offer complete luxury; it's no wonder they're one of the most popular honeymoon destinations in Phuket.  Read More



Allamanda Serviced Apartments at Bang Tao 

Allamanda Serviced Apartments, Bang Tao Beach Phuket

The Allamanda Serviced Apartments are located at Bang Tao Beach.

Golfing enthusiasts will love the proximity to the Laguna Golf Club.

The apartments are clean and very spacious. Read more



Kata Poolside Resort

Kata Poolside Resort, Phuket

Kata Poolside Resort is a small 3 Star Resort located in Kata.

This resort is perfect for the budget-minded traveller who prefers to stay at Kata Beach. Read More



Burasari Resort Patong

Burasari Resort Phuket

The Burasari is a 4-star boutique resort, ideally situated just a short walk from Patong Beach.

Ideal for travellers who enjoy the nightlife, cafes, bars, restaurants and shopping at Jung Ceylon shopping mall. Read More



Patong Paragon Hotel

Patong Paragon Hotel

Patong Paragon Hotel is a 5-star hotel located at the quieter northern end of Patong.

Pool-access rooms are available at this hotel. Read More.



Sunset Beach Resort at Kalim

Sunset Beach resort, Kalim Phuket

Sunset Beach Resort is located in the quieter area of Kalim Bay, just north of Patong Beach.

An excellent choice for visitors who prefer not to stay in the heart of Patong, but still want easy access to all the facilities that it offers. Read More 


DoubleTree by Hilton Banthai Beach Resort at Patong

DoubleTree by Hilton Banthai Beach Resort at Patong Beach, Phuket

DoubleTree by Hilton Banthai Beach Resort is located in the heart of Patong.

This stunning resort features 3 large swimming pools and pool-access rooms. Read More


Kudo Hotel & Beach Club at Patong

Kudo Hotel & Beach Club, Phuket

Kudo Hotel & Beach Club is an adults-only resort situated directly on the sands of Patong Beach.

This 5 Star absolute beach resort is perfect for those who want to stay on the beachfront and close to all the action on Bangla Road. Read More on Agoda.



Beyond Resort Karon

Beyond Resort Karon

Beyond Resort at Karon Beach is an adults-only 4-star resort.

The beachfront location and swimming pool, as well as the refurbished rooms, make this one of the best spots to enjoy a romantic getaway at Karon Beach.
Read more about the Beyond Karon Beach Resort here.



Beyond Kata Resort

Beyond Resort Kata Phuket

Beyond Kata is perfectly located directly on the southern end of Kata Beach.

The resort caters well for both couples and families, with 275 rooms and suites, with some rooms offering beautiful ocean views. 
Facilities at Beyond Kata include a beachfront swimming pool and poolside bar, a fitness centre, spa facilities, kids' facilities and 3 restaurants.

Beyond Kata is centrally located and within walking distance to an array of restaurants, shopping and bars in Kata. You can read more about Beyond Kata on Agoda. 

The Phuket hotels and resorts that we have reviewed range from upmarket Phuket hotels and resorts that provide luxury vacations to family-friendly resorts, as well as a mix of low-cost budget hotels.

They all offer great value for money, in the best locations, with a range of facilities and special attractions.

Most importantly, the reviews of these Phuket hotels are written by real travellers, not by the hotels, travel agents or their companies.

When planning your holiday vacation on the Island, picking the right type of accommodation that best suits you and your family or friends can make or break your trip.

If you are travelling on a budget, we have a few tips that we would like to share with you on how and where to find cheap hotels, as well as sourcing the best room rates and deals.


Or maybe you are holidaying with a large group of family or friends and would prefer to look at staying in a vacation rental. 

We have also reviewed a selection of family friendly resorts that we have found to be excellent, if you're travelling with kids.



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