The 333-room luxury Diamond Cliff Resort and Spa is a peaceful family-friendly resort conveniently located near the gorgeous Phuket beaches. Diamond Cliff is a quiet sanctuary; its three swimming pools set it apart from other area resorts. The atmosphere is traditional Thai, simple but lush, with plenty of local character. The resort has been around for 26 years and shows some wear, but rooms are clean and lovely, with pretty Thai fabrics, gold leaf, and lots of ornate wood. Watch out for extra fees for everything from Wi-Fi to use of the tennis court.
The 333-room luxury Diamond Cliff Resort and Spa is a peaceful family-friendly resort conveniently located near the gorgeous Phuket beaches. Diamond Cliff is a quiet sanctuary; its three swimming pools set it apart from other area resorts. The atmosphere is traditional Thai, simple but lush, with plenty of local character. The resort has been around for 26 years and shows some wear, but rooms are clean and lovely, with pretty Thai fabrics, gold leaf, and lots of ornate wood. Watch out for extra fees for everything from Wi-Fi to use of the tennis court.
Devotees of the Best Western brand won’t be disappointed with this upper-middle-range outpost, which offers a fresh and airy counterpoint to the darker earth-toned properties typical of the area. The 254 rooms here are fashionably decorated and spotless, with the full lineup of amenities guests expect of the chain, including free Wi-Fi and minibars. Bathrooms are also modern with walk-in showers (in most). However, even though rooms offer balconies, they're little more than a ledge for fresh air. Features include an attractive rooftop pool and a ground-floor restaurant, but the latter can pick up some roadside traffic noise. Patong’s raging nightlife on Bangla Road is also a mere six-minute walk away, and the beach is 10 minutes away on foot. Travelers could also consider The Crib Patong, another hip hotel in the area.
Devotees of the Best Western brand won’t be disappointed with this upper-middle-range outpost, which offers a fresh and airy counterpoint to the darker earth-toned properties typical of the area. The 254 rooms here are fashionably decorated and spotless, with the full lineup of amenities guests expect of the chain, including free Wi-Fi and minibars. Bathrooms are also modern with walk-in showers (in most). However, even though rooms offer balconies, they're little more than a ledge for fresh air. Features include an attractive rooftop pool and a ground-floor restaurant, but the latter can pick up some roadside traffic noise. Patong’s raging nightlife on Bangla Road is also a mere six-minute walk away, and the beach is 10 minutes away on foot. Travelers could also consider The Crib Patong, another hip hotel in the area.
The Amari Phuket is an upscale resort in a peaceful setting away from the hustle and bustle of Patong, but close enough to offer plenty of activity for those who want it. The 197-room property offers direct access to a small private beach as well as two beautiful pools with ocean views, each set beside a restaurant. Guest rooms are clean and airy and have balconies with ocean views, large walk-in showers, and simple, modern decor. The hillside spa has an outdoor hot tub and an open-air gazebo treatment room, while a colorful kids' club makes this a practical choice for families seeking a quiet, coastal getaway. Wi-Fi is included, as is a daily buffet breakfast.
The Amari Phuket is an upscale resort in a peaceful setting away from the hustle and bustle of Patong, but close enough to offer plenty of activity for those who want it. The 197-room property offers direct access to a small private beach as well as two beautiful pools with ocean views, each set beside a restaurant. Guest rooms are clean and airy and have balconies with ocean views, large walk-in showers, and simple, modern decor. The hillside spa has an outdoor hot tub and an open-air gazebo treatment room, while a colorful kids' club makes this a practical choice for families seeking a quiet, coastal getaway. Wi-Fi is included, as is a daily buffet breakfast.
The 215-room Novotel Phuket Resort is a three-and-a-half-pearl property situated on a hillside overlooking Patong Bay and within a short walk of the beach. Rooms are pleasant and each includes modern amenities like air-conditioning and minibars plus a balcony or terrace, some with stunning views of the sea. The free breakfast buffet draws rave reviews, and there are two restaurants and three bars. The lovely outdoor pool has different sections for relaxing, sports, and kids, and the spa offers massage and body treatments. As an alternative, Burasari Resort is a more modern upscale hotel close to the action, and it offers free minibar items plus a happy hour with free snacks.
The 215-room Novotel Phuket Resort is a three-and-a-half-pearl property situated on a hillside overlooking Patong Bay and within a short walk of the beach. Rooms are pleasant and each includes modern amenities like air-conditioning and minibars plus a balcony or terrace, some with stunning views of the sea. The free breakfast buffet draws rave reviews, and there are two restaurants and three bars. The lovely outdoor pool has different sections for relaxing, sports, and kids, and the spa offers massage and body treatments. As an alternative, Burasari Resort is a more modern upscale hotel close to the action, and it offers free minibar items plus a happy hour with free snacks.
The 144-room Crest Resort and Pool Villas is an upscale, modern property with a quiet hillside setting a 10-minute drive from Patong Beach. Rooms are stylish and contemporary, all with rainfall showers, furnished outdoor spaces, and coffee- and tea-making facilities, plus some add tubs, private pools, and sea views. Note that some bathrooms are open-plan, which may pose privacy issues. Excellent features include an outdoor pool with a swim-up bar and sea views, a full-service spa, small fitness center and kids’ club, and play room with billiards. The all-day Atmos restaurant serves local and international fare, while an executive lounge and rooftop lounge offer both sea vistas and drinks. Wi-Fi is free, as are shuttles to Paradise Beach and the Patong area. Travelers wanting a beachfront hotel should consider the nearby Amari Phuket.
The 144-room Crest Resort and Pool Villas is an upscale, modern property with a quiet hillside setting a 10-minute drive from Patong Beach. Rooms are stylish and contemporary, all with rainfall showers, furnished outdoor spaces, and coffee- and tea-making facilities, plus some add tubs, private pools, and sea views. Note that some bathrooms are open-plan, which may pose privacy issues. Excellent features include an outdoor pool with a swim-up bar and sea views, a full-service spa, small fitness center and kids’ club, and play room with billiards. The all-day Atmos restaurant serves local and international fare, while an executive lounge and rooftop lounge offer both sea vistas and drinks. Wi-Fi is free, as are shuttles to Paradise Beach and the Patong area. Travelers wanting a beachfront hotel should consider the nearby Amari Phuket.
Removed from the buzzing center of Patong, the Little Moon Residence is a basic value property about a 15- to 25-minute walk from the beach and main cluster of restaurants, bars, and shops. The 38 rooms are contemporary and clean, albeit simple and somewhat bland, plus two entry-level units lack windows. All, however, come with air-conditioning, TVs, and coffee- and tea-making facilities, and most have furnished balconies. Those on the ground floor may experience noise issues. The lobby lounge also acts as a bar that serves breakfast and free coffee, and it's a popular hangout spot. Unfortunately, there are no other real amenities, aside from free Wi-Fi. For a slightly more central setting, consider the similarly priced Breezotel.
Removed from the buzzing center of Patong, the Little Moon Residence is a basic value property about a 15- to 25-minute walk from the beach and main cluster of restaurants, bars, and shops. The 38 rooms are contemporary and clean, albeit simple and somewhat bland, plus two entry-level units lack windows. All, however, come with air-conditioning, TVs, and coffee- and tea-making facilities, and most have furnished balconies. Those on the ground floor may experience noise issues. The lobby lounge also acts as a bar that serves breakfast and free coffee, and it's a popular hangout spot. Unfortunately, there are no other real amenities, aside from free Wi-Fi. For a slightly more central setting, consider the similarly priced Breezotel.
The four-pearl IndoChine Resort & Villas is really multiple properties folded into one. Secluded villas set into the hillside have multiple bedrooms and their own private pools showcasing outstanding views at Patong Beach. Sky Suites offer the same marvelous views at a smaller size perfect for couples, and Studios and Ocean-View Rooms give modern accommodations that are closer to the water (and traffic noise, too, unfortunately). Taken all together, the property has 103 units, but most feel like their own private residence set in a world apart. Though the rooms are a slight step below spotless, most guests overlook that and focus on the views, the privacy, and the attentive staff. The grounds also have an attractive fitness room, two communal pools, and a restaurant. Note that reaching Patong Beach requires a short taxi or shuttle ride. Travelers looking for a hushed villa experience could also consider the Centara Villas Phuket.
The four-pearl IndoChine Resort & Villas is really multiple properties folded into one. Secluded villas set into the hillside have multiple bedrooms and their own private pools showcasing outstanding views at Patong Beach. Sky Suites offer the same marvelous views at a smaller size perfect for couples, and Studios and Ocean-View Rooms give modern accommodations that are closer to the water (and traffic noise, too, unfortunately). Taken all together, the property has 103 units, but most feel like their own private residence set in a world apart. Though the rooms are a slight step below spotless, most guests overlook that and focus on the views, the privacy, and the attentive staff. The grounds also have an attractive fitness room, two communal pools, and a restaurant. Note that reaching Patong Beach requires a short taxi or shuttle ride. Travelers looking for a hushed villa experience could also consider the Centara Villas Phuket.
Modern and sleek, the upper-middle-range Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong represents an attractive option, especially for families. Its location, set on one end of Patong, gives guests access to all of the nightlife and bustle the area offers, but the property itself is fairly well insulated from noise -- although sound from neighboring rooms and hallways is another story. The 249 rooms still look fresh following a 2014 renovation, and Family Room options give curtained bunk beds for kids. With a lively pool scene, a well-equipped (unsupervised) kids’ club, and a spa, this property hits all the resort highlights. For another family-friendly option in Patong, travelers could consider the Patong Paragon.
Modern and sleek, the upper-middle-range Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong represents an attractive option, especially for families. Its location, set on one end of Patong, gives guests access to all of the nightlife and bustle the area offers, but the property itself is fairly well insulated from noise -- although sound from neighboring rooms and hallways is another story. The 249 rooms still look fresh following a 2014 renovation, and Family Room options give curtained bunk beds for kids. With a lively pool scene, a well-equipped (unsupervised) kids’ club, and a spa, this property hits all the resort highlights. For another family-friendly option in Patong, travelers could consider the Patong Paragon.
The upper-middle-range Andaman Beach Suites Hotel looms over its neighbors as one of the few high-rises in Patong. It was built in the '90s before restrictions capped building height, and as such, it offers spectacular views. But the fact that it's an older building means some areas show their age and maintenance issues can crop up. Its 140 rooms are split between two buildings, the towering older building and a newer low-rise addition that lacks water views but offers fresher spaces. All come equipped with minibars and free Wi-Fi, and many have balconies. Two pools, a dining room serving all meals (breakfast is usually included), and an unsupervised kids' playroom are also on site. A sandy path connects the hotel to the beach, and loads of eateries and shops sit on surrounding streets. As an alternative, traveler could consider Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong, which is more modern.
The upper-middle-range Andaman Beach Suites Hotel looms over its neighbors as one of the few high-rises in Patong. It was built in the '90s before restrictions capped building height, and as such, it offers spectacular views. But the fact that it's an older building means some areas show their age and maintenance issues can crop up. Its 140 rooms are split between two buildings, the towering older building and a newer low-rise addition that lacks water views but offers fresher spaces. All come equipped with minibars and free Wi-Fi, and many have balconies. Two pools, a dining room serving all meals (breakfast is usually included), and an unsupervised kids' playroom are also on site. A sandy path connects the hotel to the beach, and loads of eateries and shops sit on surrounding streets. As an alternative, traveler could consider Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong, which is more modern.
Bright, trendy, and youthful -- just like its guests -- the mid-range Crib Patong is a true boutique hotel in the heart of Patong, right near Bangla Road, the main nightlife artery of the area. Its punchy design is on display in all of its 85 rooms, complete with little balconies and strong, free Wi-Fi. The on-site restaurant serves up breakfast and lunch for a fee, and the entire building is capped off by a cute rooftop pool. While the pool and fitness center are petite, and the location can pick up some exterior noise, it’s a fun, fashionable option for those that want to be immersed in the Patong scene. Another nearby option to consider is the Best Western Patong Beach, which also has a fashion-forward look and proximity to Bangla.
Bright, trendy, and youthful -- just like its guests -- the mid-range Crib Patong is a true boutique hotel in the heart of Patong, right near Bangla Road, the main nightlife artery of the area. Its punchy design is on display in all of its 85 rooms, complete with little balconies and strong, free Wi-Fi. The on-site restaurant serves up breakfast and lunch for a fee, and the entire building is capped off by a cute rooftop pool. While the pool and fitness center are petite, and the location can pick up some exterior noise, it’s a fun, fashionable option for those that want to be immersed in the Patong scene. Another nearby option to consider is the Best Western Patong Beach, which also has a fashion-forward look and proximity to Bangla.