Phuket Merlin Hotel

158/1 Jawaraj Rd.,, 83000 Phuket Town, Thailand·View on map

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7.5
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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastAsian, American, Buffet

Description

Phuket Merlin Hotel is a 4-star hotel in Phuket Town, with a Thai restaurant and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Its five room categories range from 27 m² rooms to a 67 m² family suite, with options for couples and larger groups. The restaurant serves Thai cuisine and local specialities; breakfast choices include Asian, American and buffet styles. Facilities also include a fitness centre, steam room, spa and wellness centre, massage services and a shared lounge.

Superior and Deluxe Rooms have air conditioning, private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs and city views, with mountain views also available in the Deluxe category. Junior and Executive Suites add a separate bedroom and living room, while the Family Suite has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Free private parking is available on site, and WiFi is free in all areas. On Jawaraj Road, the hotel is 700 m from Phuket Old Town and 550 m from Thai Hua Museum.

Rooms

5 room types · 27–67 m²

The five room categories range from the 27 m² Superior Room and 30 m² Deluxe Room to the 40 m² Junior Suite, 54 m² Executive Suite and 67 m² Family Suite. Superior Rooms are on floors 2–5 and have city views; Deluxe Rooms are on floors 6–8 and offer views of both the city and mountains. These two room categories each accommodate up to three people and have air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.

The Junior and Executive Suites each have a separate bedroom and living room, with a bath, seating area and tea and coffee maker; their capacities are three and two people respectively. The Family Suite is arranged with two separate bedrooms, a living room and two bathrooms, and can accommodate up to five. Views across the room range include city and mountain outlooks, while the suite categories provide more space and separate living areas than the standard rooms.

Superior Room — Phuket Merlin Hotel

Superior Room

27 m² Max. 3 guests 2 Single bed or 1 Large bed (King size)
City viewBathAir conditioning

At 27 m², the Superior Room is the smallest room category and is located on floors 2–5. Its city view and bath distinguish it from the Deluxe Room, which adds mountain views and occupies higher floors. Air conditioning and a private bathroom are included; the bed layout can be twin or king-size.

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Deluxe Room — Phuket Merlin Hotel

Deluxe Room

30 m² Max. 3 guests 2 Double bed or 1 Large bed (King size)
Mountain viewCity viewAir conditioning

The 30 m² Deluxe Room is on floors 6–8 and looks towards both the city and mountains. Compared with the lower-floor Superior Room, it offers mountain views and a larger footprint, with a shower rather than a bath. The room has air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.

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Junior Suite — Phuket Merlin Hotel

Junior Suite

40 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
BathSeating areaMountain view

At 40 m², the Junior Suite adds a separate bedroom and living room to its city and mountain views. It includes a bath, seating area and tea and coffee maker, with air conditioning and a flat-screen satellite TV. Its one-bedroom arrangement is more spacious than the standard rooms.

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Executive Suite — Phuket Merlin Hotel

Executive Suite

54 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
BathCity viewSeating area

With 54 m², the Executive Suite is larger than the Junior Suite while retaining the separate bedroom and living room layout. It has a bath, seating area, tea and coffee maker, and views of the city and mountains; air conditioning and a flat-screen satellite TV are also provided.

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Family Suite — Phuket Merlin Hotel

Family Suite

67 m² Max. 5 guests 1 Large bed (King size) and 2 Single bed
Additional toiletMountain viewCity view

The 67 m² Family Suite is the largest option and has two separate bedrooms, a living room and two bathrooms. Its layout accommodates up to five people, with city and mountain views, air conditioning and a flat-screen satellite TV. A bath is provided, alongside a separate additional toilet.

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Facilities

52 facilities
Restaurant
Parking
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Spa & wellness centre
View
Free WiFi
Fitness centre
Free parking
Room service

Dining at Phuket Merlin Hotel centres on a restaurant and bar serving Thai cuisine and local specialities. Breakfast is offered in Asian, American and buffet styles, while the restaurant also has warm dishes, fresh pastries and beverages. Special-diet menus are available on request, and the dining facilities include a tea and coffee maker, fruit and wine or champagne. Room service is also available.

Leisure facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, steam room, spa and wellness centre, and massage services. A shared lounge provides space to sit outside the rooms, while a lift, 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, currency exchange and daily housekeeping support practical needs. Free private parking is available on site, and free WiFi is provided in all areas.

General

  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Fitness
  • Steam room
  • Massage
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Safety deposit box

Food & drink

  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • City view
  • View
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating area
  • Clothes rack

Media & technology

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

Parking

  • Accessible parking

Phuket Merlin Hotel stands on Jawaraj Road in Phuket Town, the island's provincial capital. Wat Mongkol Nimit is 500 m away, Thai Hua Museum is 550 m away and Phuket Old Town is 700 m away. Thalang Road, also 700 m from the hotel, is known for its Sino-Portuguese shophouses. The nearby heritage cluster includes a temple, museums and the old quarter, while shops and everyday businesses give this part of town an active urban character.

Phuket Bus Terminal is 1.2 km from the hotel, while Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3.2 km away; Phuket International Airport is 25.1 km away. Taxis can take you from either transport point to Jawaraj Road. Free private parking is available on site, and no reservation is needed. If you are driving, use the street name for the final approach, tell the hotel your expected arrival time in advance and bring the same credit card used to guarantee your booking when you check in.

Baan Chinpracha is 600 m away, Lard Yai Sunday Night Market is 700 m away, Rang Hill is 750 m away and Phuket City Municipality Public Fresh Market 1 is 800 m away. Visit Thai Hua Museum and the historic house for local heritage, then explore the shophouses along Thalang Road; the Sunday market is an evening stop on the same historic street. Rang Hill offers a hilltop outing, while the fresh market focuses on local food shopping.

  • Wat Mongkol Nimit
    A Buddhist temple in the old town, visited for its religious architecture.
    500 m
  • Thai Hua Museum
    A museum exploring Phuket's Chinese heritage in a former school building.
    550 m
  • Baan Chinpracha
    A historic house showcasing the island's Sino-Portuguese architectural heritage.
    600 m
  • Phuket Old Town
    A historic quarter of colourful Sino-Portuguese shophouses and heritage streets.
    700 m
  • Thalang Road
    An Old Town street lined with historic shophouses and local businesses.
    700 m
  • Lard Yai Sunday Night Market
    A Sunday evening street market with food stalls and local crafts.
    700 m

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to explore Phuket Old Town and local heritage sites, with Phuket Old Town 700 m away and Thai Hua Museum 550 m away
  • ✓you are travelling as a family: the 67 m² Family Suite has two bedrooms, two bathrooms and capacity for up to five people
  • ✓you want Thai dining on site, with local specialities and Asian, American and buffet breakfast options
  • ✓you value leisure facilities, including an outdoor pool, fitness centre, steam room and massage services
  • ✓you are arriving by car and want free private parking on site without a reservation

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you are looking for a beachside stay: Siray Bay Beach is 4.9 km away and Koh Sirey Beach is 5.7 km away
  • ✕you prefer a warm, sunny pool: some guests report that the water is cold and the pool is often shaded
  • ✕you expect consistently strong WiFi: it is free throughout the hotel, but its guest score is lower than the other categories
  • ✕you are particularly sensitive to bathroom condition, as some guests have reported dated fixtures and damp smells

What guests say

771 verified reviews
7.5

Guests often praise being within walking distance of Phuket Old Town and describe the team as welcoming and helpful. Feedback on the pool is mixed: some guests find the water cold and the area shaded.

Staff8.3
Comfort8.1
Cleanliness8.0
Location7.9
Value for money7.7
Facilities7.5
Free WiFi5.6

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Phuket Merlin Hotel cost?

Rates at Phuket Merlin Hotel vary by season, room type and dates. To see the price for your stay, view current rates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Phuket Merlin Hotel?

Phuket Merlin Hotel is on Jawaraj Road in Phuket Town. Phuket Bus Terminal is 1.2 km away and Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3.2 km away; Phuket International Airport is 25.1 km away. A taxi can bring you to the hotel, and free private parking is available on site without a reservation. Tell the hotel your expected arrival time in advance.

What is near Phuket Merlin Hotel?

Phuket Merlin Hotel is 500 m from Wat Mongkol Nimit and 550 m from Thai Hua Museum. Phuket Old Town and Thalang Road are each 700 m away, while Baan Chinpracha is 600 m from the hotel. Lard Yai Sunday Night Market is also 700 m away. These sites include a temple, museums, heritage streets and a Sunday market.

What breakfast options does Phuket Merlin Hotel offer?

Breakfast choices at Phuket Merlin Hotel include Asian, American and buffet options. The restaurant also serves Thai cuisine and local specialities, with warm dishes, fresh pastries and a variety of beverages.

Does Phuket Merlin Hotel have a family room?

Phuket Merlin Hotel has a 67 m² Family Suite with two separate bedrooms, a living room and two bathrooms. It accommodates up to five people and has city and mountain views, making it the property's largest room option.

What leisure facilities does Phuket Merlin Hotel have?

Phuket Merlin Hotel has a year-round outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a steam room and massage services. Guests have also commented that the pool water can feel cold and that the area is often shaded.

Can guests under 18 check in at Phuket Merlin Hotel?

Guests under 18 can check in at Phuket Merlin Hotel only when accompanied by an adult. Arriving guests should share their expected arrival time in advance, and the same credit card used to guarantee the booking must be presented at check-in or payment.

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