Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Three large pools and private beach

Lots of activities at the kids club

Coral reef so great snorkeling right at the hotel

Free kayaking and stand up paddleboards

10 minutes to Patong by inexpensive taxi or tuk tuk

Good off-property massage places on the beach

The beach can have lots of coral and rocks so beach shoes are advisable

Lively hotel so can be loud

Holiday periods can have lots of guests on travel packages

Book a pool access room to go directly into the pool from your room

Great off-property massage places on the beach