Holiday Inn Resort PhuketvsThe Surin Phuket
Both hotels are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Surin Phuket is the choice of most professionals compared to Holiday Inn Resort Phuket. The Surin Phuket is ranked #5 in Phuket with recommendations from 8 publications including Oyster, Condé Nast Traveler and Jetsetter.
Holiday Inn Resort Phuket
52 Thaweewong Rd, Patong Beach, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150, Thailand
From $160/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"What distinguishes this place from the others on the busy front is that it's well equipped for families and has some creative cost-saving services." Full review
Fodor's
"This is no ordinary Holiday Inn: this stylish, modern hotel exudes the kind of sophistication that most people would never imagine possible from a Holiday Inn or from Patong in general." Full review
Star Service
"Situated right at the center of the most popular and crowded beach on the island, this property provides the only real competition to the old-guard Amari Coral Beach." Full review
Rough Guide
Star
"Well-run, innovative, upmarket chain hotel that offers smart, contemporary rooms just across the road from the beach, in two differently styled wings."
Oyster
Upscale
"With 398 rooms spread over two wings, the Holiday Inn Resort Phuket is a four-pearl property home to gorgeous pools, a relaxing spa, and colorful kids' club." Full review
The Surin Phuket
118 Moo 3, Cherngtalay, Phuket 83110, Thailand
From $223/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"This lean Aman-inspired resort is geared more to families and down-to-earth escapists than exclusive Amanpuri and its ever-popular minimalist styling." Full review
Fodor's
"You know this place is special when you walk into the lobby, which has a sweeping view of the Andaman Sea." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"There are 103 rooms at this hilly four-and-a-half pearl hotel that’s nestled within coconut palms on one of Phuket’s best beaches." Full review
Jetsetter
"With a stay at The Surin Phuket in Choeng Thale, you'll be on the beach and minutes from Pansea Beach and close to Surin Beach. This 5-star resort is within close proximity of Laem Singh..." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Almost any place located on a private beach this quiet and stunning would have be a top pick." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The Surin tempts guests back to its Shaker-style rooms and private cottages year after with its beautiful beach, fabulous Andaman Sea views and all-rounmd idyllic location on Phuket's west coast." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"A newly rebuilt resort with 87 cottages and 16 suites in a pretty cove with a white-sand beach." Full review
Frommer's
"The Surin commands an excellent view of Pansea Bay and has its own private stretch of sand, with shady wooden walkways under the cover of lush coconut groves" Full review