Best child-friendly hotels in Phuket

Phuket is jam-packed with exciting experiences for your little ones – so why let the adventures end when you head to the hotel room? After a day of island hopping and exploration, where you stay can make all the difference when you’re in Phuket with kids. 

Whether your children want a peaceful break to unwind with a soothing massage or can’t wait to dive back into fun with splash pools, water slides and kids’ clubs, we’ve selected the top Phuket hotels offering truly child-friendly stays, tailored to every age and personality.

Club Med  

Best for: endless fun 

With more than 60 destinations worldwide, Club Med is one of the best family-friendly resorts in Phuket and a reliable choice for keeping children happy throughout your trip. Everything is considered – for infants, you’ll get a bottle warmer and stroller so you can pack less, while teens can take on new thrills like flying trapeze or trampoline sessions. Meals are covered too: the resort’s tailored menu includes homemade baby purées and a wide selection of options, satisfying both fussy diners and those who enjoy trying new dishes.

Amanpuri Resort 

Best for: a relaxing wellness retreat  

Amanpuri is home to the Eco-Beach Discovery Centre, where children aged five and up can take part in hands-on classes designed to spark curiosity. Alongside more traditional family activities, this stay stands out for its junior spa menu and wellness programme, created especially for younger guests who need space to slow down. Children are gently introduced to healthy habits through age-appropriate workshops in yoga, pilates and even beginner-friendly Thai boxing.

Read our full Amanpuri Phuket review.

Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket 

Best for: a thrilling water-based adventure  

Wake up to sweeping views of the beach and tuck into a fully loaded breakfast buffet to kick start the family holiday. When you’re done venturing out, the fun doesn’t stop there; come back and enjoy Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket’s standout highlight – its waterpark. Kids can zip down waterslides, explore multi-level pools and make a splash from jump-off cliffs, while you unwind with a cocktail by the lazy river. It’s the ideal stay for miniature thrill-seekers.

JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa 

Best for: exploring the natural surroundings 

Located along Mai Khao Beach, the JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa sets the scene for exploring the local surroundings. As the only beach in Phuket where turtles are known to nest, the Kids Turtle Warriors programme introduces this special animal to kids of all ages, educating them on the sick and injured turtles being rehabilitated at the Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation. Kids can see these remarkable creatures up close, while the entire family can enjoy sweeping coastal scenery and panoramic sea views.

Sunwing Kamala Beach Resort 

Best for: an all-in-one family resort 

This all-in-one family retreat has everything you could need. Children will be entertained from morning to night with a dedicated kids’ pool, three water slides, a mini football pitch and live children’s shows that bring every evening to life. Day-to-day family practicalities aren’t overlooked either. To make everyday life easier, there’s also a babysitting service, a small supermarket for daily essentials, and even an on-site clinic, so basic medical care is always close at hand. With so much in one self-contained resort, you may not want to leave.

The Slate Phuket 

Best for: fun for the whole family 

Conveniently located 10 minutes from the airport, The Slate boasts spacious industrial-style family suites that pay tribute to Phuket’s tin mining history. As well as on-site restaurants, three swimming pools and a lively sports bar, Moo’s Kitchen and Cooking Class is located on site, and it’s not just reserved for adults. Children aged four to 12 can step up to the cooking station and rustle up a Thai feast together. If you want a moment of peace, take advantage of their babysitting services and slip away to one of two adults-only pools.

Rosewood Phuket

Best for: a relaxing nature-led haven

The Rosewood Phuket keeps the whole family grounded and connected to nature with its strong focus on the environment and sustainability. Children can enjoy nature-led experiences including an upcycling workshop, plant-based cooking classes and bamboo crafts. The Rose Buds and Rosewood Explorers programmes cater to babies and older kids, providing a healthy and nutritious toddler menu, in-room baby-proofing, pool fencing and organic skincare, making it easy to arrive, relax and feel at home right away.

Read our full Rosewood Phuket review.

Pullman Phuket Karon Beach Resort

Best for: daily entertainment

Boasting an awe-inspiring 30 hectares along Karon Beach, Pullman Phuket Karon Beach Resort is unmatched in its space and scope and offers plenty of opportunities for kids to expend some pent-up energy. When they’re done running around on the beach, little ones can head to the Kids’ Club, where a programme of daily activities ensures each day brings new excitement. Children can do everything from feeding chickens to making puppets, so they’ll always have something to keep them amused.