Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Excellent hotel, with everything you need, 3 pools, ice cream shop, coffee shop, multiple restaurants, private beach with activities, kids club, activities for adults. This resort has everything you need that leaving is not a necessity. Staff are incredibly friendly. A wonderful stay that we hope to return to soon.

Excellent location very close to patong beach, friendly staff, great pools (3), clean beach, full of activities for everyone, will visit again for sure

There is so much to not just like, but LOVE. The resort is world class excellent, from the multiple pools, variety of restaurants, perfect ambiance and activities to cater to all groups and people. A highlight is the rum shack, facing one of the cleanest private beaches in Asia and world class restaurants within minutes walk from each other. 10/10

Trip Summary Dates: November 2024 (2 weeks) Guests: 2 adults, 1 child (4 years old) Accommodation: Larger guest room, ground floor, Building 3 Package: All-inclusive Notes: We stayed in the resort the full 2 weeks and never ventured out. Room & Property We were very pleased with the renovated room, which met Western standards for a 2024 Marriott. The cleaning staff was exceptional. While Building 3 is farther from the main areas, the all-inclusive package made the extra steps worthwhile. Plus, the walk to the room was enjoyable, passing the waterfall and butterfly sanctuary. Room Cons -Mouthwash was no longer included in the toiletries. -Building 3 lacks sunlight, making it difficult to dry clothes on the balcony. The muddy, mossy grass near the pool discouraged us from using the shortcut. -Building 1 offers better sunlight but has dimly lit enclosed hallways, resembling a basement. We still recommend Building 3 for its overall ambiance. Food & Beverage We highly recommend the all-inclusive package for those seeking a relaxing stay without venturing outside the hotel. The diverse food and drink offerings were consistently excellent, with each restaurant providing a unique dining experience. While the repeated meals towards the end of our trip became somewhat predictable, the overall value and convenience of the all-inclusive package made it a worthwhile choice for a stress-free vacation. Facilities The hotel's facilities were fantastic, especially for families. The pools were great and the kids' club was a hit, offering a wide range of activities from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM. The staff at the kids' club were wonderful and kept the little ones entertained. Cons: -Butterfly Sanctuary: Unfortunately, the butterfly sanctuary was a bit underwhelming. -Beach: The beach wasn't ideal for kids, as it had a lot of dead coral. Overall Review: 5/5 Our family had a fantastic and relaxing vacation, and the cost of 9,000 AUD was well worth it.

1. Not in Patong Beach area (thus no noise or traffic), but you can reach to/from there by a taxi or TokTok (THB 250-300), or book free shuttle service in advance. 2. Has its own beach (although rocky and you can’t swim). 3. Rooms have full amenities you need, with very comfortable beds and sheets. 4. Very nice free-shape swimming pool with designated area for kids.