Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

99 Muen-Ngoen Rd., Tri-Trang Beach, Patong, 83150 Patong Beach, Thailand·View on map

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Check-infrom 15:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastItalian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Asian, Buffet

Description

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach is a five-star resort in Patong, Phuket, with a beachfront setting and three landscaped swimming pools. The pools include a family splash zone and a quieter section, while the house reef offers snorkelling; rocks and tides can limit swimming. Accommodation ranges from king rooms with pool or ocean views to rooms with two double beds and a one-bedroom suite. Balconies or terraces, air conditioning, soundproofing, private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs and minibars feature across the room types, with selected rooms offering pool access.

Families can make use of the Kids Club, children’s play areas and babysitting services. Ten restaurants and bars serve a variety of cuisines, including Thai, Italian, seafood and Japanese dishes. The resort also has a spa and wellness centre, a 24-hour fitness centre and water activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, yoga and Muay Thai classes. A reef education centre and butterfly garden tour add options for curious visitors, while a scheduled shuttle runs to Patong. Free WiFi is available throughout the resort, and free private parking is provided on site.

Rooms

8 room types · 41–83 m²

The room range includes 41 m² and 43 m² guest rooms, a pool-access option and an 83 m² one-bedroom ocean suite. Most rooms have a king bed; two larger categories have two double beds and sleep up to four. The suite pairs a separate bedroom with a living room and includes a sofa bed, making its layout distinct from the guest rooms.

Pool or sea views are available throughout the room selection, with outdoor space provided as a balcony or terrace. Several rooms look across the pool, while others face the ocean; the pool-access category has a terrace and direct access to the pool. Bathrooms include a bath and shower, and the room features include air conditioning, soundproofing, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The suite also has a coffee machine, while its 83 m² floor plan gives it more space than the guest rooms.

Guest room, 1 King, Pool View — Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Guest room, 1 King, Pool View

41 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
BalconyPool viewBath

At 41 m², this guest room pairs a balcony and pool view with a bath, as well as a walk-in shower. Soundproofing, air conditioning and a minibar are also provided. It is the smaller of the two pool-view king rooms in this selection.

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Larger Guest room, 1 King, Pool view — Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Larger Guest room, 1 King, Pool view

43 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
BalconyPool viewSoundproofing

This 43 m² version has 2 m² more floor space than the 41 m² pool-view king room, while retaining its balcony and pool outlook. It includes a bath and walk-in shower, plus soundproofing, air conditioning and a minibar; the extra space distinguishes this option in the pair.

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Guest room, 1 King, Pool access — Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Guest room, 1 King, Pool access

41 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
TerracePool viewBath

This 41 m² king room is the pool-access option, with a terrace looking towards the pool rather than a balcony. The room also has a bath and walk-in shower, along with air conditioning, soundproofing and a minibar. Its terrace and pool access set it apart from the other pool-view rooms.

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Larger Guest room, 1 King, Ocean view — Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Larger Guest room, 1 King, Ocean view

43 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Sea viewBalconyMinibar

At 43 m², this king room faces the sea and has a balcony, making its outlook distinct from the pool-view guest rooms. A bath and walk-in shower are both provided, alongside air conditioning, soundproofing and a minibar. The private outdoor space opens onto the ocean view.

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Larger Guest room, 1 King, Ocean view, Beach front access, Terrace — Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Larger Guest room, 1 King, Ocean view, Beach front access, Terrace

43 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Sea viewTerraceBath

This 43 m² ocean-view king room combines a terrace with beach-front access, a feature that separates it from the other sea-view king category. It also has a bath and walk-in shower, air conditioning, soundproofing and a minibar, with the terrace opening towards the sea.

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One-Bedroom Ocean Suite with Balcony and Sea View — Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

One-Bedroom Ocean Suite with Balcony and Sea View

83 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) and 1 Sofa bed
Sea viewBalconyCoffee machine

The 83 m² suite is the only one-bedroom layout in this selection, with a separate living room as well as a bedroom. A sofa bed joins the king bed, and the sea-facing accommodation has a balcony, coffee machine and minibar. Its extra living space distinguishes it from the guest rooms.

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Larger Guest room, 1 King, Pool view, Terrace — Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Larger Guest room, 1 King, Pool view, Terrace

43 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Pool viewTerraceSoundproofing

This 43 m² king room looks over the pool and includes a terrace, giving it outdoor space alongside its pool-facing outlook. A bath and walk-in shower are provided, with air conditioning, soundproofing and a minibar. The terrace distinguishes it from the larger pool-view room with a balcony.

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Larger Guest room, 2 Doubles, Ocean view, Beach front access, Terrace — Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Larger Guest room, 2 Doubles, Ocean view, Beach front access, Terrace

43 m² Max. 4 guests 2 Double bed
Sea viewTerraceBath

This 43 m² room has two double beds and accommodates up to four, with an ocean view, terrace and beach-front access. A bath and walk-in shower are both provided. Its two-bed layout and sea-facing outdoor space make it distinct from the king rooms and the pool-view family room.

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Facilities

58 facilities
5 restaurants
Parking
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Spa & wellness centre
View
Bath
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Fitness centre

Dining is spread across five restaurants, with an on-site coffee house, bar and snack bar also available. The resort serves a kid-friendly buffet and kids’ meals, and special-diet menus can be requested. Breakfast can be served in the room; options include Italian, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal and Asian choices, as well as buffet service. Minibars are available in the rooms.

Outdoor spaces include a beachfront setting, garden, sun terrace and picnic area. Families have a Kids’ Club, children’s playground, water slide and babysitting services, while adults can use the spa and wellness centre, fitness centre, hot tub and massage facilities. Snorkelling, diving, canoeing and other water sports are among the activities on site. Free private parking is available without reservation, electric vehicle charging is provided, and WiFi is free throughout the property.

General

  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Cooking class
  • Kids' club
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
  • Canoeing
  • Children's playground
  • Tour desk
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Water slide
  • Hot tub

Food & drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet services

Parking

  • Electric vehicle charging station

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach is on the Tri-Trang Beach side of Patong, away from the busier strip around the main beach. Merlin Beach is 150 m from the resort and Tri Trang Beach is 250 m away; Freedom Beach is 900 m away and Paradise Beach is 1.1 km away. Patong Beach lies 1.7 km away, while Bangla Road, the town’s nightlife street, is 2.9 km away. The nearby shoreline includes rocky sections, and guest feedback notes that rocks and tides can affect swimming.

For arrivals, Phuket International Airport is 24.5 km from the resort. Phuket Bus Terminal is 13.6 km away, and Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 14.1 km away. Muen-Ngoen Road leads towards Tri-Trang Beach. The resort runs a scheduled shuttle to Patong, and free private parking is available on site without a reservation. Phuket Town is 12.9 km from the property.

Rock View Point is 1.2 km away for a coastal lookout, while Malin Plaza is 2.3 km away for an evening market. Karon Noi Beach is 2.4 km away and Kalim Beach is 3.9 km away. Further inland, Chinpracha House is 12.3 km away and Thai Hua Museum is 12.6 km away in Phuket Town. At the resort, the house reef draws snorkellers, and diving, canoeing and other water sports are available.

  • Merlin Beach
    A nearby shore for a short walk from the resort.
    150 m
  • Tri Trang Beach
    A neighbouring beach along Patong’s quieter southern coastline.
    250 m
  • Freedom Beach
    A sandy cove reached from the southern Patong coast.
    900 m
  • Rock View Point
    A coastal lookout with views across the nearby shoreline.
    1.2 km
  • Malin Plaza
    A local market with food stalls and evening shopping.
    2.3 km
  • Bangla Road
    Patong’s main nightlife street, lined with bars and entertainment venues.
    2.9 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want several pool options: the resort has three pools, including a family slide zone and a quieter section
  • ✓you are travelling with children: there is a Kids’ Club, a splash zone, a playground and babysitting services
  • ✓you enjoy time in the water: snorkelling, diving, canoeing and other water sports are available, with a house reef beside the resort
  • ✓you like a choice of dining venues: the resort has ten restaurants and bars, with Thai, Italian, seafood and Japanese options
  • ✓you want a room with an outdoor space and a view: options include balconies or terraces, pool or sea views, pool access and a one-bedroom suite

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you expect easy swimming at every tide: guest feedback notes that rocks and tides can limit swimming in the bay
  • ✕you want low-cost meals, spa treatments or transport on site: guests report that these services can be expensive
  • ✕you want to walk straight to Patong nightlife: Bangla Road is 2.9 km from the resort
  • ✕you need a complimentary limousine transfer: the resort’s limousine service has an additional charge and requires 48 hours’ notice

What guests say

2 520 verified reviews
9.0

Guests often praise the friendly, professional team and the quiet bay setting. The three pools, including a family slide section and a quieter area, also stand out. The house reef suits snorkelling, though rocks and tides can restrict swimming; dining, spa services and transport can feel expensive.

Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Facilities9.3
Value for money8.6
Location8.6
Free WiFi8.5

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach cost?

Rates at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach vary by season, room type and dates. For your stay, see the current rates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach?

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach stands on Muen-Ngoen Road by Tri-Trang Beach. Phuket International Airport is 24.5 km away, and Phuket Bus Terminal is 13.6 km away. The resort runs a scheduled shuttle to Patong, while free private parking is available on site without a reservation. Its limousine service costs extra and requires 48 hours’ notice.

What is near Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach?

Merlin Beach is 150 m from Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach, and Tri Trang Beach is 250 m away. Freedom Beach is 900 m away, with Paradise Beach 1.1 km away. Rock View Point is 1.2 km away, while Malin Plaza is 2.3 km away. Patong Beach is 1.7 km away, and Bangla Road is 2.9 km away.

What breakfast is available at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach?

Breakfast options at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach include Italian, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal and Asian choices, as well as buffet service. Breakfast can also be served in the room, and a kid-friendly buffet and kids’ meals are available.

Is Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach suitable for families?

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach has a Kids’ Club, splash zone, playground, babysitting services and kids’ meals. Rooms with two double beds accommodate up to four people, while additional guests aged 12 or over incur a separate charge when using an existing or extra bed.

Does Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach have rooms with pool access?

Yes, Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach offers a 41 m² king room with pool access and a terrace. The room has a pool view, a private bathroom with a bath and walk-in shower, air conditioning, soundproofing and a minibar.

Can you snorkel at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach?

Snorkelling is available at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach, beside its house reef. The resort also offers diving, canoeing and other water sports. Guest feedback notes that rocks and tides can limit swimming in the bay.

Is Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach accessible for wheelchair users?

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach has wheelchair-accessible facilities, a lift and upper floors accessible by elevator. Facilities also include a lower bathroom sink, toilets with grab rails and an emergency cord in the bathroom.

What extra-bed charges apply at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach?

At Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach, additional guests aged 12 or over are charged THB 1,600 per person per night when sleeping in an existing bed or an extra bed.

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