52 Thaweewong Rd, Patong, Thailand | (888) 635-3814
Across the street from pretty Patong Beach
Two big adult pools, one with a swim-up bar
Spacious, stylish rooms with balconies and modern bathrooms
Children's activities include kids' club and kids' pool with waterslide
Four restaurants serving Thai and international cuisine
Large fitness center with extensive selection of modern equipment
On-site Tea Tree Spa for massages
Free Wi-Fi throughout and free parking
Kids under 12 eat free (with some restrictions)
24-hour room service
Not directly on the beach
Past guests have complained of lack of vegetarian options at breakfast buffet
With 398 rooms spread over two wings, the Holiday Inn Resort Phuket is home to gorgeous pools, a relaxing spa, and colorful kids' club. Rooms here are clean, spacious, and stylish, with chic bathrooms and amenities including bathrobes, free Wi-Fi, and mini-fridges. The hotel is across the street from the beach and in a busy area with plenty of bars and shops nearby. There are four on-site restaurants and a bar, with Charm Thai Restaurant receiving stellar reviews. Please note that the swimming pools and sun loungers located in the Busakorn Wing are exclusively for use by guests of the Busakorn Wing. Overall, this chain hotel has more panache than usual and rates are low.
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Scene
Casual but relatively chic family-friendly resort hotel
Although the Holiday Inn Resort Phuket has a number of facilities for business travelers, including a staffed business center, the majority of travelers here are leisure tourists, many of whom bring their kids along on the trip. The atmosphere is laid-back and informal without compromising on style. The huge lobby features multiple seating areas with a decor scheme that's dominated by shades of blue and sea green. A bubbling water fountain and plant wall add interest to the lobby's entrance. The grounds are simple but elegant, with pathways flanked by a variety of tropical plants and palm trees.
Location
Across from Patong Beach near commerce and nightlife
The Holiday Inn Resort Phuket is in a good location for those who want the comforts of an established chain hotel within close proximity to nightlife and shopping. The hotel is across the street from Patong Beach on a beach road with tailors, fast-food restaurants, small bars, and a variety of shops. The Jungeceylon Shopping Center is a 10-minute drive from the hotel. Rassada Pier, the main departure point for Phuket's ferries, is a half-hour drive away. The airport takes 45 minutes to reach. Parking at the resort is free.
Rooms
Stylish, relatively simply furnished rooms with modern bathrooms
The furnishings in rooms at the Holiday Inn are stylish and inviting, integrating locally inspired artwork and multi-toned wood paneling with simple nightstands and shelving. Outdoor terraces or balconies set with wicker chairs and a table are standard. Past guests report that rooms are kept clean and in tip-top shape. All rooms come with flat-screen TVs with cable and DVD players, work desks, coffeemakers, mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and windows that open. Modern bathrooms have big, glass-walled, walk-in showers, hair dryers, scales, and bathrobes. Some also come with deep soaking tubs. Suites with separate living areas are available as are connecting rooms. Some rooms also have direct pool access.
Features
Excellent pools, spacious gym, lots for kids, and four restaurants serving a variety of cuisine
The spacious fitness center has wood floors and a variety of modern cardio and weight machines as well as free weights. There's also a spa, the Tea Tree, which offers massages and other therapeutic treatments in a space that blends traditional Thai decor with modern styling. There are two large outdoor pools surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees; the Busakorn Wing Pool also has a swim-up bar. Please note that the swimming pools and sun loungers located in the Busakorn Wing are exclusively for use by guests of the Busakorn Wing; guests staying in the main wing are not entitled to use these facilities. Children's activities include a large and colorful kids' club (with Xbox game consoles) and a shallow kids' pool with a small waterslide and daily activities including water polo and pool volleyball.
There are four restaurants on-site, including a Thai restaurant, an Italian spot, a steakhouse, and the Sea Breeze Cafe, which serves an expansive breakfast buffet, included with most packages. Kids under 12 eat for free, with some restrictions. There's also a bar adorned with vintage photos. Room service is available 24 hours a day and Wi-Fi is free throughout the resort.
