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The Surin PhuketvsLe Meridien Phuket Beach Resort
Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Surin Phuket scores significantly higher than Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort. The Surin Phuket is ranked #5 in Phuket with recommendations from 8 publications such as Star Service, The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Surin Phuket
Star Service
Fodor's
Oyster
Jetsetter
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's
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
OysterLuxury
"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 Telegraph8.0
"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
Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness Star Service
Rough Guide Fodor's Lonely Planet Oyster Frommer's
29 Soi Karon Nui, Karon, Phuket 83100 , Thailand
From $62/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Travel + Leisure "Beachside resort with lagoon-style pools and a shuttle to Patong Beach. " Full review
DK Eyewitness "Located in a hidden cove between Hat Patong and Hat Karon, Le Meridien brings more than a touch of French panache to the party."
Star Service "Secreted away in a private cove on a lovely stretch of sand backed by forest-covered hills, this 120-acre, self-contained resort commands one of Phuket's most beautiful and well-protected sites." Full review
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Like at many modern hotels, the baths open onto the main bedroom and living area adding the feeling of space and exterior views unless guests choose to close the shutters for privacy.
Rough Guide "This huge hotel complex has the tiny bay all to itself and boasts an amazing breadth of facilities, including ten restaurants and bars."
Fodor's "This sprawling resort has more bars, cafés, and restaurants than in many small towns." Full review
Lonely Planet "Close to the Patong chaos, yet secluded on its own private (and spectacular) beach, Le Meridien offers everything that the international globetrotter could ask for."
Oyster Upscale
"Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort is a huge, self-contained complex surrounded by lush jungle that looks out over its own sandy beach." Full review
Frommer's "The resort caters to families with plenty of activities, a day-care center, and kid-centric meals. The large self-contained complex combines Western and traditional Thai architecture" Full review
