10 best hotels in Phuket for families with children

Phuket, a green island in the Andaman Sea and the eponymous province of Thailand, has long been chosen by Russian tourists. And there is a reason: this wonderful corner is the best way to brighten up our harsh winter with a rest on a white sandy beach and swimming in a warm coastal wave.

It is better to go to Phuket with children between October and April, when the dry season is worth it. The rest of the time, the sea is heavily stormy, swimming is difficult even for adults. There is a very developed infrastructure here, so there will be no everyday problems - where to eat, buy food and things, buy medicines. You won't be bored either: dozens of entertaining and educational activities are offered to guests of the island.

Finding the best place for a family holiday in Phuket is a difficult task, because almost every 4 and 5 star hotel is perfect in this regard. Most of them are equipped with playgrounds, clubs, games rooms and swimming pools, and some provide babysitting services. But still, based on the criteria of comfort, safety and choice of entertainment, you can make a list of hotels with an excellent reputation.

Top 10 best hotels in Phuket for families with children

10 Arinara Bangtao Beach Resort 4 *

This hotel is also located away from major tourist centers. Judging by the reviews, four stars have every chance to add a fifth. Low-rise buildings, a pool along all the buildings - from the rooms on the first floor there is a descent, - two swimming pools for adults and three for children of different ages, a magnificent beach, wonderful breakfasts are perfect for family holidays. Here is a good kids club and a town of entertainment. With access to the beach there is a small subtlety: sun beds should be rented from the restaurant. True, their price includes any drinks. But it is quite possible to sunbathe and by the pool, and swim in the sea: no more than 50 meters away.

Cooked in the hotel itself and in the restaurants nearby is amazing. One of the reviews said that the eyes are not filled up, although the stomach is full for a long time. The hotel staff and especially the restaurant are helpful and attentive, requests do not have to be repeated.

Some rooms need to be repaired, the pools are open until 19.00, except for those that are adjacent to the building.

9 Sunwing Bangtao Beach 4 *

The main advantage of this four-star hotel is its own beach, which cannot always boast five stars: a long entrance, calm water, buoys are set far away. Sun beds can not be occupied before nine in the morning, in case of violation of this rule, beach attendants simply carry things, leaving a note. At night it is very calm here: closer to six in the evening, life seems to freeze. So for young children this is the right place. The program of entertainment - discos, swimming lessons and drawing, evening programs. But adolescents have something to do here: there is a separate club for them.

The hotel has several pools of different depths. They are located between the hulls and the sea. In general, all the necessary infrastructure is within walking distance.

Meals are well organized: having breakfast at the hotel, you can have dinner at one of several restaurants on the shore. In addition, the rooms have a kitchenette.

Dear wi-fi, while free frankly weak.

8 Holiday Inn Resort Phuket Mai Khao Beach 4 *

It is very clean and quiet, as the hotel is located right in the national park, among pristine nature. For the same reason, those who need entertainment, it is better to look for another place: there is no infrastructure around, except for a small village. Despite 4 stars, by some criteria the hotel deserves five. In particular, the rooms are very spacious even by Thai standards with good sound insulation and a separate bathroom. Carefully thought out their equipment - up to the umbrellas. The hotel has direct access to the beach. At the reception issue mats that can be laid on the sand. For lovers of swinging in hammocks hanging somewhat in a pine grove on the beach. Swimming in the sea is not recommended for very young children, as there is a rather abrupt transition to the depth. However, for them enough entertainment at the pools. Breakfast is amazing, you can dine and dine at the hotel and in local restaurants.

Of the minuses, the guests noted only the relative high cost of restaurants and spas.

7 Sunwing Kamala Beach 4 *

The hotel territory is fenced from the beach and is protected from unauthorized access. It makes no sense to spend money on top-class rooms: judging by the reviews, even the simplest studios for four are very comfortable for family living: there is a dining area, a refrigerator, a microwave and dishes. In general, you can do without cash, with the exception of the store at the hotel: the costs are simply recorded on the number, the final payment is made upon departure. Taking into account the fact that prices for all are almost the same as those outside the hotel, this is advantageous. Buffet only for breakfast, lunch and dinner - on request. The food is tasty and varied. A special children's menu is offered during the day. A nice bonus: the evening buffet for children up to 12 years old is free if the adult accompanying them orders something for themselves.

Pools for every taste. There are slides for children, animation is conducted during the day on the air and in the evening in the restaurant. For adults, small evening concerts are held.

Of the minuses - weak Wi-Fi, even for a fee.

6 Katathani Phuket Beach Resort 5 *

Hotel on the first line. The beach is located in a small, sheltered bay. Although it is public, as everywhere in Thailand, it is not very crowded due to its secluded location. It is necessary to go to the sea across the road, but the traffic here is small, and the transition is convenient and safe: a policeman is following the priority traffic of pedestrians on a zebra. Free sun loungers attached to the hotel, stand on the grass in the shade of palm trees. At the reception, you should immediately clarify whether the number is adjacent: in this case it is better to pay extra for a separate one. Pools of different depths. Mini-water park and children's room are designed for children under 7 years old and work until 18.00. No animation. After 21.00 there is almost complete silence, despite the proximity of the city.

Breakfast is traditionally varied, lunches and dinners - à la carte in restaurants on site. Dinner with children is more convenient in the buffet with a buffet. Literally close by is a large shopping center and fruit markets.

On the lower floors mosquitoes can annoy. Wi-Fi unstable and slow.

5 Angsana Laguna Phuket 5 *

The hotel is located in the lagoon, so swimming is comfortable and safe even for babies. The beach is your own, which is rarely seen in Phuket, so there are free sun beds. For family living is recommended to take rooms with access to the lawn.On the territory there is a long swimming pool with hydromassage, a lazy river and water polo. In general, one feels that a good landscape designer has worked here: there is a lake, rivers with bridges, flower gardens. Even with a large influx of Chinese tourists who got here, you can always find a secluded corner for relaxation.

A good kids club is able to take babies for a long time. When it has a small park. Animation is designed for different age. It is beneficial to have dinner in restaurants with the whole family: children eat for free. As one of the guests noted, the approach to recreation is very similar to Turkish. The order in the rooms is perfect, children's toys - and they are laid out in places.

Of the disadvantages most often marked fatigue of the number of rooms.

4 Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa 5 *

The hotel is well located: the beach and restaurants are very close. Like almost everywhere in Phuket, the beach can only be reached by crossing the road. For security transition monitors hotel security. The territory has everything for a comfortable stay. Five large pools are surrounded by a beautiful garden full of birds and butterflies. Here is a completely common phenomenon - to wake up from the cry of peacocks. Mosquitoes, judging by the reviews there.

Upon arrival, a program of classes for children is issued, in which master classes on making handicrafts are provided. There is a children's corner with trampolines, water slides. Meals, except for breakfast, not very diverse, but of decent quality. In the presence of infants sterilizers are provided for bottles, baths for swimming.

The deposit is quite large compared to other hotels. It is better to block it on the card than to give it in cash, because it is not returned in dollars, but in local currency. In general, it is noted that the price tag of the hotel is rather overpriced.

3 The Nai Harn 5 *

The hotel is the first line, while not separated from the beach expensive, as is usually in Phuket. There is no private beach area. In the next bay is another small beach. The sea is beautiful, without the plankton peculiar to these places, which causes unpleasant burning sensations. There is also no abrupt change in tides. A distinctive feature of the hotel is the absence of noisy entertainment such as discos in the area, as the Buddhist monastery is located next to which the land of this part of Phuket belongs. The rooms are spacious, with amazing views from the terrace.

The breakfasts are delicious, and that is particularly noted in the reviews of guests, they do not have to rush, like almost everywhere in Thailand: breakfast here from 6.30 to 11.00. Children under two years old are entitled to free meals in the room, but it is better to ask them immediately upon check-in: on their own initiative, the staff may not say. The hotel generally has a lot of free little things, up to cosmetics in the bathroom.

Disadvantages: no own territory, weak Wi-Fi.

2 Centara Karon Resort Phuket 5 *

When checking in, you should ask for a room not in the main building, but in one of the low-rise ones. There is a better layout and there is access to the pool. However, the staff usually immediately offers to upgrade the room category for extra charge. The hotel is located deep in the area, so the city noise is not audible. The beach is public, located across the road, but this is typical of Phuket. For sun beds, umbrellas and toilet have to pay. The sea is calm, the entrance to the water is shallow.

Guests celebrate wonderful breakfasts with a sufficient selection of children's dishes. A big plus is a separate children's pool with a slide.The game room is designed for ages up to 12 years old and is perfectly equipped: there are not only toys for toddlers, but also educational games for older children. What is especially good is that they do it with children, and not just look after them. Master classes, quests, theatrical games are constantly. Teenagers can work out in the gym. Animators deserve a lot of rave reviews.

The most significant disadvantage is the lack of a private beach area.

1 Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket 5 *

A beautiful hotel right on the beach is very popular with tourists with children. It is convenient because you can even have a great swim here not in a season: there are large pools, water slides, a lazy river with a waterfall, and two diving sites at the services of the guests. In addition, the hotel has a wonderful children's room, which is open until 21.00, and its own animation by the pool twice a day. Although the beach is public, it is located at a distance from the center, therefore there are almost no strangers here.

For family accommodation preferred pool rooms: up to the club, overlooking the sea, it is necessary to climb the stairs. Meals traditionally include a good breakfast, it is additionally recommended to take half board: they can be used either at lunch or for dinner, and this allows you to plan your free time on your own.

Feedback on the work of staff is controversial. Deposit at check-in may not correspond to the stated on the site in a big way. Somewhat unexpectedly for a 5 * hotel, that Wi-Fi is charged

Popular vote - Which of the Phuket hotels do you think is the best for families with children?
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Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket 5 *

Centara Karon Resort Phuket 5 *

Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket 5 *

Katathani Phuket Beach Resort 5 *

The Nai Harn 5 *

Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa 5 *

Sunwing Kamala Beach 4 *

Holiday Inn Resort Phuket Mai Khao Beach 4 *

Sunwing Bangtao Beach 4 *

Arinara Bangtao Beach Resort 4 *

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