Phuket Emerald Beach Resort

202/19 Karon Road, 83100 Karon Beach, Thailand·View on map

Very good1 217 reviews
8.5
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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastVegetarian, Asian, American, Buffet

Description

Phuket Emerald Beach Resort is a 5-star hotel in Karon, Phuket, with direct beach access to Karon Beach across the road. The resort pairs its beachfront setting with a year-round outdoor swimming pool, sun terrace and gardens. Its restaurant serves Thai and international dishes for lunch and dinner, with a bar, pool bar and coffee shop on site.

Rooms and family rooms have air conditioning, balconies, private bathrooms and pool views. The two 46 m² Deluxe categories accommodate up to two people, while the 54 m² family rooms sleep up to three and combine a single bed with a large king-size bed. A fitness centre, open-air bath and water park add options for time at the resort, alongside a kids' club and play areas.

Breakfast is offered in vegetarian, Asian, American and buffet styles; guest comments are mixed, especially about halal and vegetarian choices. Free private parking and WiFi are available, and the hotel also provides an airport shuttle.

Rooms

4 room types · 46–54 m²

Four room categories are available, with two 46 m² Deluxe options and two larger 54 m² family options. The Deluxe Pool View and Deluxe Pool Access both accommodate up to two people and offer two single beds or one large king-size bed. Each has a balcony with a pool view, air conditioning and a private bathroom, with both a bath and a shower.

The Family Pool View and Family Pool Access accommodate up to three people, with one single bed alongside one large king-size bed. These rooms have the same balcony, pool outlook and air conditioning, plus a seating area and a private bathroom with a shower. The Pool Access categories provide the pool-access option, while the Pool View rooms focus on the outlook. Flat-screen TVs, free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, towels and hairdryers feature across the range.

Deluxe Pool View — Phuket Emerald Beach Resort

Deluxe Pool View

46 m² Max. 3 guests 2 Single bed or 1 Large bed (King size)
BalconyPool viewBath

At 46 m², this Deluxe Pool View room has a balcony looking over the pool and includes both a bath and a shower. It accommodates two, with the choice of two single beds or one large king-size bed. A seating area gives you a separate place to sit.

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Deluxe Pool Access — Phuket Emerald Beach Resort

Deluxe Pool Access

46 m² Max. 3 guests 2 Single bed or 1 Large bed (King size)
BalconyPool viewPool access

This 46 m² category is the pool-access alternative to Deluxe Pool View, with the same balcony and pool outlook. It accommodates two and can be set with two single beds or one large king-size bed. A bath, shower and seating area are also included.

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Family Pool View — Phuket Emerald Beach Resort

Family Pool View

54 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Large bed (King size)
BalconyPool viewSeating area

The 54 m² Family Pool View provides more space than the Deluxe rooms and accommodates up to three people. Its balcony faces the pool, and the layout pairs one single bed with one large king-size bed. Unlike the Deluxe categories, its bathroom facilities include a shower rather than a bath.

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Family Pool Access — Phuket Emerald Beach Resort

Family Pool Access

54 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Large bed (King size)
BalconyPool accessShower

This 54 m² family category combines pool access with room for up to three people. It has a balcony overlooking the pool and one single bed alongside one large king-size bed. The bathroom has a shower, while the seating area provides a separate spot to relax indoors.

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Facilities

52 facilities
Restaurant
Parking
Balcony
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
View
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Fitness centre

The resort's outdoor facilities include a garden, terrace and sun terrace, with outdoor furniture and an outdoor fireplace. BBQ facilities, live music, cooking classes and happy hour add activities beyond the beachfront setting. Families have a kids' club, children's playground, indoor play area, games room and water park with a water slide; there is also a fitness centre, open-air bath, sun umbrellas and loungers.

Dining facilities include a restaurant, bar and on-site coffee house, with kids' meals and fruit available. Breakfast options include vegetarian, Asian, American and buffet selections. A 24-hour front desk and concierge service handle arrivals, while luggage storage, daily housekeeping, laundry and room service cover other practical needs. The hotel has a lift and soundproof rooms, and provides an airport shuttle. Free private parking is available on site without reservation, and WiFi is free in all areas.

General

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
  • Happy hour
  • Beach
  • Water park
  • Kids' club
  • Children's playground

Food & drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Pool view
  • View
  • Electric kettle
  • Socket near the bed

Media & technology

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

Parking

  • Parking

Phuket Emerald Beach Resort is on Karon Road in Karon, with Karon Beach 50 m across the road. This stretch of Phuket's west coast is built around the beach, with hotels, shops and restaurants along the resort strip; it is quieter than Patong's nightlife district. Karon Bazaar is 50 m away and Karon Night Market is 100 m away. Up & Un Playground is 450 m from the hotel.

Phuket International Airport is 28.6 km away, while Phuket Bus Terminal is 12 km from the hotel. An airport shuttle is available, and guests arriving by car have free private parking on site without needing a reservation. Karon Road is the approach street, and the sand is reached on foot across the road. The hotel asks you to provide your expected arrival time in advance; check-in starts at 14:00.

Karon Temple Market is 550 m away, providing a nearby market to visit on foot. Kata Beach is 2.1 km away for another stretch of the west coast, and Phuket Big Buddha is 2.8 km away for a cultural excursion inland. Kata View Point is 5.3 km away, overlooking the southern bays. The local markets and beach are close to the hotel, while the viewpoint and Big Buddha are separate outings from Karon.

  • Karon Beach
    West-coast sand and sea directly across the road from the resort.
    50 m
  • Karon Bazaar
    A nearby market among the closest shopping stops along Karon Road.
    50 m
  • Karon Night Market
    Evening market stalls near the beach with food and shopping.
    100 m
  • Karon Temple Market
    A local market close to the temple and surrounding community grounds.
    550 m
  • Wat Suwan Khiri Khet
    Karon's Buddhist temple, with ornate architecture and community grounds.
    600 m
  • Kata Beach
    A neighbouring west-coast beach south of Karon's long shoreline.
    2.1 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want the beach close by: Karon Beach is 50 m away across the road.
  • ✓you are travelling with children: family rooms sleep up to three, and there is a kids' club, playground and water park.
  • ✓you value a balcony and pool outlook: these features are available across the room categories.
  • ✓you prefer dining on site: the restaurant serves Thai and international dishes for lunch and dinner, with a bar and coffee house.
  • ✓you want leisure facilities at the hotel, including an outdoor pool, fitness centre and open-air bath.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need a room for more than three people: the largest room categories accommodate up to three.
  • ✕you are under 18 and travelling without a parent or official guardian: the resort requires an adult guardian for check-in.
  • ✕you expect a large pool area with many loungers: some guests found the pool small, with limited loungers and rough flooring.
  • ✕you need a wide choice of halal or vegetarian breakfast items: guest comments mention limited options in these categories.

What guests say

1 217 verified reviews
8.5

Guests praise the friendly, attentive staff and the beach access across the road, with shops nearby. Breakfast receives mixed comments, particularly about limited halal and vegetarian choices. Families appreciate the pool area, although some find it small, with limited loungers and rough flooring.

Free WiFi9.1
Location9.0
Staff8.9
Cleanliness8.7
Comfort8.7
Facilities8.6
Value for money8.1

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Phuket Emerald Beach Resort cost?

Rates at Phuket Emerald Beach Resort vary with your dates, room category and season. View current rates through our booking partners before choosing your stay.

How do I get to Phuket Emerald Beach Resort?

Phuket Emerald Beach Resort is on Karon Road, with Karon Beach 50 m across the road. Phuket International Airport is 28.6 km away, and the hotel offers an airport shuttle; Phuket Bus Terminal is 12 km away. Free private parking is available on site without a reservation. Check-in begins at 14:00, and the hotel asks you to share your expected arrival time in advance.

What is near Phuket Emerald Beach Resort?

Karon Beach is 50 m away, with Karon Bazaar also 50 m away and Karon Night Market 100 m away. Karon Temple Market is 550 m from Phuket Emerald Beach Resort. Wat Suwan Khiri Khet is 600 m away, while Kata Beach is 2.1 km away. These nearby markets, the temple and the neighbouring beach give you several places to visit around Karon.

What breakfast does Phuket Emerald Beach Resort offer?

Phuket Emerald Beach Resort offers breakfast in vegetarian, Asian, American and buffet styles. Guest comments on the meal are mixed, with some travellers noting that halal and vegetarian choices can be limited.

Are there family rooms at Phuket Emerald Beach Resort?

Phuket Emerald Beach Resort has Family Pool View and Family Pool Access rooms, each measuring 54 m² and accommodating up to three people. Both have a balcony, pool view, air conditioning and a private bathroom, and the resort also has a kids' club, playground and water park.

Does Phuket Emerald Beach Resort have a swimming pool?

Phuket Emerald Beach Resort has a year-round outdoor swimming pool and a water park with a water slide. Families can also use the kids' club and play areas. Some guests describe the pool area as small, with limited loungers and rough flooring.

What dining options are available at Phuket Emerald Beach Resort?

The restaurant at Phuket Emerald Beach Resort serves Thai and international cuisine for lunch and dinner. The resort also has a bar, pool bar and coffee house, with kids' meals available. Breakfast options include vegetarian, Asian, American and buffet styles.

Does Phuket Emerald Beach Resort require a damage deposit?

Phuket Emerald Beach Resort requires a THB 3,000 damage deposit on arrival, collected in cash. The deposit is refunded in cash at check-out after an inspection of the property.

Can children check in alone at Phuket Emerald Beach Resort?

Guests under 18 can check in at Phuket Emerald Beach Resort only with a parent or official guardian. The family room categories accommodate up to three people, and the hotel has a kids' club, playground and water park.

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