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Khaolak Merlin Resort

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A natural pool surrounded by lush greenery and cascading waterfalls. - Khaolak Merlin Resort (Thai Mueang)
An outdoor bar with a view of the ocean at sunset, featuring a concrete counter, bar stools, and a palm tree. - Khaolak Merlin Resort (Thai Mueang)
A beachside resort with thatched-roof structures, palm trees, and a view of the ocean. - Khaolak Merlin Resort (Thai Mueang)
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of a swimming pool. - Khaolak Merlin Resort (Thai Mueang)
Near Khao Lak Beach, Khaolak Merlin Resort provides a swim-up bar, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a facial, or a massage at Merlin Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and international cuisine. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a garden, a playground, and a hair salon. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior King Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Premier Natural King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Garden Pool Access Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Waterfall Pool Access Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of a swimming pool.

One Bedroom Pool Villa

  • 131 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Premier Natural Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a television.

Deluxe King Room

  • Garden view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Khao Lak, Khaolak Merlin Resort is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Khao Lak Beach and Khao Lak. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and snorkeling adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Thai Mueang travel guide
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7/7 Phetkasem Road, Lamkaen, Thai Mueang, Phang Nga, 82210

What's nearby

  • A beach with waves at sunset, two boats in the distance, and a clear sky.
    Khao Lak–Lam Ru National Park
    4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • A beach with a tent set up for a meal, surrounded by flags and lanterns.
    Khao Lak Beach
    7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • A lighthouse on rocky terrain with a sunset sky.
    Khao Lak
    7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Khao Lak North Beach
    6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Nang Thong Beach
    9 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Phuket Intl. Airport (HKT)
    68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beach Bar
    5 min drive
  • Ocean Man Café
    4 min drive
  • มันโภชนา
    4 min drive
  • Paradise Beach Cafe @Khaolak
    5 min drive
  • Café Amazon (คาเฟ่ อเมซอน)
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: THB 765 for adults and THB 500 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Garden
  • Veranda

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Cooking classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Waterslide
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2003
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in All Inclusive rate plans receive full board meals for 2 guests. All inclusive (full board meals) for a 3rd person is THB 3,500 per day, collected at the hotel upon check-in.
Guests booked in Half board rate plans receive half board meals for 2 guests. Half board for a 3rd person is THB 1,200 per day, collected at the hotel upon check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for THB 2200.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: THB 9750
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: THB 9750 (from 4 to 12 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

This property’s mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the room rate on December 31, 2026 for 2 guests. The listed gala dinner fee is required per person for guests exceeding this number.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately THB 765 for adults and THB 500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: THB 1800 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: THB 2200.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Khaolak Merlin Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Khaolak Merlin Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Khaolak Merlin Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Khaolak Merlin Resort?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Khaolak Merlin Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of THB 1800 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Khaolak Merlin Resort?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Khaolak Merlin Resort located?

Situated near the beach, this luxury resort is within 2 mi (3 km) of Khao Lak Beach, Khao Lak, and Little White Sandy Beach. Khao Lak North Beach is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Khaolak Merlin Resort Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first experience in Thailand so wasn't sure what to expect, but the staff at Khaolak Merlin were so attentive and just made the stay extra special. The location itself is beautiful and there's many options to go out and about to other areas around Khao Lak and further afield. Would 100% recommend Khaolak Merlin for somewhere to stay away from Phuket.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most beautiful resorts I have ever stayed, the staff was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

This was our 5th time at this very green and peaceful resort, large, comfortable and quiet room, beautiful private beach, very good breakfast buffet, friendly staff, numerous affordable restaurants within walking distance. All in all, we had a relaxing vacation every time.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a unique property where the rainforest meets the beach. The swimming pools are awesome and the resort is expansive. They have a fantastic spa also. Enjoyed our stay here and strolls along the beach.
Lunch
@ the beach club
Khao Lak Beach
Top Pool
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at Merlin - in fact we are still here as we extended our stay with the hotel because we decided we didn’t need to go anywhere else for a truly magical and relaxing stay. We feel immersed in nature - surrounded by incredibly beautiful trees and we saw a slow loris during our night tour! The pools are so lush with vegetation all around them - we spent hours just milling around in what felt like a jungle pool, complete with waterfalls! The staff are all so lovely and super attentive, but with the most relaxed and easy going manner. I found myself quite envious of the people who work here - they honestly seem to be very happy in their work and well looked after. We didn’t go all inclusive and slightly regret that, as it wasn’t a lot more on top and means that, even if you only eat here half the time, it will probably be worth it. We are already trying to figure out when we can come back! Thank you so much everyone at Merlin - we will see you again as soon as possible! 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great nature and lovely beach
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were fabulous. Restaurant choices were a little limited but the food was excellent. Staff are all very friendly and helpful. The grounds are beautiful and there's a fabulous stretch of beach to enjoy. Signs around to warn against reserving sunbeds, but this isn't enforced. Most days they're all reserved by 8am and not occupied until several hours later.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was nice but the rooms are a bit outdated
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Khaolak Merlin Resort is one of the most beautiful resorts we have stayed in. The rooms are nestled amongst an amazing rainforest with water features everywhere. We shared our own free form pool with only a few other rooms. The beach was great for swimming and very clean - much better than anything we encountered in Phuket.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ill be back soon!

Loved the space, lush greenery and choice of beautiful pools. Breakfast was varied and delicious. Fruit shakes and cocktails were great too. Ate in the restaurant 2 times - both times were fantastic. Happy friendly and helpful staff
Delicious lunch in the beach restaurant
Main pool
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good beach nice pool areas Decent food Good room
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room and balcony. Very quiet. Staff were fabulous and the whole resort was stunning. So peaceful with stunning wildlife.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Average at best. Amenities ok. Restaurant and spa prices not in line with local area. If you fancy a week in a German retirement home, this is the place for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

I would definitely recommend this property,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful green, very clean and friendly.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Merlin. The hotel is beautifully set in a jungle oasis, yet walkable to plenty of restaurants, bars and supermarkets in the nearby village as well as some great bars, cafes and massage parlours along the beach. The room was very comfortable and spacious, although the jungle setting did mean it was a little more difficult to make good use of our balcony due to the mosquitoes and meant a few more bugs than normal seemed to get into our room and luggage. Breakfast was fantastic with a great variation and selection. The pool areas were great and there was never a shortage of sunbeds - either by the pool or the beach. Thanks for an enjoyable stay - we’d be happy to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
I wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were rude at breakfast and reception. We have been to 3 other hotels and this was the worst
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was described as 'set within nature' and does indeed fit the description. This gives it a quite unique experience compared to most other hotels in the area. The resort is quite large, however, it feels secluded due to the surrounding gardens, forest and plants. There are plenty of sunbeds available. We stayed in a premier natural room which had recently been renovated and it did not disappoint. The room was a good size with an even better view from the balcony. The stand out feature of the hotel was the staff and dining experiences. We would normally eat in the local beach restaurants, whilst in Thailand however, the Veranda restaurant on the beach was excellent, so we ate here many times. The chef also cooked some Thai dishes that were not on the menu upon request. A special mention has to go to Weerawat and his team; Da, Angan and Feddy and the others - (apologies if the spelling is incorrect). The only area for improvement would be the front desk staff - whilst the initial check-in was good, the friendliness seemed to disappear after that... Also, we had one hick-up in the restaurant as the fillet steak was tough as old boots - there was no compensation offered (which you would have expected, given the amount of times we ate in the restaurant).. Notwithstanding, this is one of the very few hotels that we are planning to return to and would recommend if you are looking for a unique relaxing experience (not lively like Phuket).
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Heel mooi resort, alsof je in de jungle zit en ook erg goed onderhouden.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

ピックアップまで、チェクアウトから、2時間ありましたが、レイトチェクアウトをさせて頂き助かりました。
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tolle abwechslungsreiche Unterkunft mit Dschungel- Charme (viele freilaufende Tiere), sehr sauberen Anlagen und direkt am Meer. Tolles Personal, geräumige Zimmer. Rundum gelungen
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Ein fantastisches Hotel mit großartigem Personal!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2026