Overview
Resting on the pearly white sands of Khao Lak’s coastline, the Le Meridien Khao Lak Resort & Spa (formerly the Bangsak Merlin Resort) is a peaceful place to spend a luxury holiday in Thailand. Three spectacular swimming pools are at the centre of...
Resting on the pearly white sands of Khao Lak’s coastline, the Le Meridien Khao Lak Resort & Spa (formerly the Bangsak Merlin Resort) is a peaceful place to spend a luxury holiday in Thailand. Three spectacular swimming pools are at the centre of the resort, where you can kick back on a sun lounger, sip a cocktail and let each sunny day gently float away. With a kids’ club, two restaurants and a spectacularly beautiful setting, this contemporary resort is ideal for a romantic getaway, or a family holiday to remember.
How far is the nearest beach?
Le Meridien Khao Lak Resort & Spa is set directly along a secluded beach in the north of Khao Lak.
Distance from resort centre
This resort is in a peaceful area, with just a few cafes along the beach. It’s easy to explore further afield via the hotel’s tour desk, and the nearest town is about 20 minutes away.
Distance from airport
Phuket International Airport is approximately 90 minutes’ drive from Le Meridien Khao Lak Resort & Spa in Khao Lak.
Pools
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Gym
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Parking
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Kids Club
For Families
4.6
Google reviews (1052)
Janejira Chalongwong
Amazing resort!!!
Entered the hotel with the warmly welcome by the bellman. The room is perfect, well clean. Thank you the housekeeping team and the front office department (K.Yui) for arranging my daughter special day, we are very happy. Then, we went to the restaurant, the staff there so friendly, especially K.Norn, K.Alice, and K.Tony.
Last thing I want to say thank you to the staff at the kitchen K. Farm, he noticed that I had holding my baby and carrying the dishes in another hand. He offered a help immediately and he helped me to take a breakfast dishes to the table. We are all appreciated!
The hospitality here made our trip are truly memorable.
Highly recommended! ❤️❤️❤️
Marc Luginbuehl
We stayed at Le Méridien Khao Lak for the second time because we love the pools and the beachfront location. However, this visit was deeply disappointing, and we will not be returning.
From the moment we arrived, the service was lacking. Our first room had a pool access door that was barely functional, hanging awkwardly in the frame. When we requested a room change, the staff offered us a drink voucher as compensation – despite the fact that we were on an all-inclusive package.
Throughout our stay, the service was consistently poor. Food and drink orders took an unreasonably long time, and about half of our orders seemed to disappear entirely. The staff appeared uninterested in providing good service, often seeming to avoid work altogether.
It’s a shame, as the location and amenities have so much potential. But with service like this, we cannot recommend staying here again.
Eda Lim
If u are looking for the best hotel which is family friendly as well, I personally recommend this one. First, the location from Phuket international airport is not that bad it’s a one hour and thirty minutes drive, when we first checked in the staffs were attending to all of our following questions they were very patient to us and kindly explained to us whenever they saw us not just the receptionist the other staff they always said hi to us and smiled. The rooms here is very clean tidy and beautiful the view of the rooms were of the beautiful clean pool down stairs. There is also a kids club with many wonderful staffs and a beach with a beautiful sunset. Overall we would be pleased to come back here again more than once, this is probably the best hotel we have stayed at so far I definitely recommend this one for everyone that has family’s. ✨🐚
Dure Shahwar
🌴 One of the best experiences I've had at a resort! 🌧️ Unfortunately, I wanted to extend my stay, but the weather wasn’t on our side with continuous rain.
🏨 Our room was wonderful—a beautiful pool view! 🏊♂️ The resort has multiple large pools, and the swim-up bar is a great touch! 🍹 You can directly walk to the beach from the pool, and the beachside restaurant bar is fantastic. The staff were amazing, and happy hour starts at 6 PM! 🎉 We really enjoyed it!
✨ The staff were exceptional—kind, attentive, and hardworking.
🍳 Breakfast was delicious, and the resort has 3 great restaurants on the property. 🍽️ Plus, there are plenty of activities to book in advance, with something for everyone! 🎾🎨
Loved it! 🌟
Matthias Mennekes
Our family of four (my wife, our two children aged four and nine, and myself) recently stayed at Le Meridien Khao Lak for a seven-night holiday. We’ve been to Khao Lak around ten times, but this was our first stay at this hotel. We initially booked a family room with two separate bedrooms for the kids but decided to upgrade to a Pool Villa upon arrival. With four nights already behind us, we feel ready to share our thoughts.
Arrival and Check-In:
We arranged our transportation from Phuket Airport independently via shuttle, taking about 90 minutes. Upon arrival, the check-in was smooth due to the lack of crowds. Although there’s a separate check-in for Elite members, we chose the standard option. The friendly staff welcomed us with cold towels and a welcome drink, and provided helpful information about the hotel layout and weekly programs for both adults and children.
Hotel Facilities:
The hotel is a large property right on the beach, featuring three main pools: a quiet pool for relaxation, an activity pool with a bar, and a family pool. This variety allows guests to choose their preferred atmosphere.
Dining Options:
Breakfast is served at a central location, which can get busy. We recommend arriving early, as it gets crowded after 9:00 am. There are Western and Asian breakfast options, with several cooking stations. The breakfast area transitions into a lunch and dinner restaurant, along with a beachside restaurant open for lunch and dinner. Our kids enjoyed the pizza and pasta options at the pizzeria, and overall, the food quality has been very good.
Activities:
Le Meridien Khao Lak offers a range of activities for children and adults. The Kids Club provides entertainment for the younger guests, while adults can use the gym. The hotel also runs a shuttle service to Khao Lak town several times a week. In the evenings, family-friendly activities, such as a fire show, are organized.
Staff and Service:
Service is a standout feature of this hotel. The staff is exceptionally friendly and service-oriented, always eager to assist with any requests. After checking in, we noticed our family room was quite far from the beach. Although the room was great, we wanted a closer location. The staff informed us of the family room’s designated area but helped us upgrade to a Pool Villa, which we greatly appreciated.
A special mention goes to the lady managing the pizzeria. Regardless of the time we visited, she was always friendly and attentive to both us and our children, making our dining experience enjoyable.
Room:
Our initial family room was spacious and well-maintained, either freshly renovated or very well-kept. However, the upgrade to the Pool Villa was an excellent choice. We’ve attached photos of the Pool Villa, and we are very pleased with its location and spaciousness.
Location:
Le Meridien Khao Lak is about a 25-minute drive from Khao Lak town. Guests can utilize the hotel’s shuttle service, which runs three times a week, or easily book a taxi. While we noticed several restaurants nearby, we didn’t try them due to our all-inclusive package, so we can’t comment on their quality.
Guests:
The guest demographic is diverse, and we haven’t noticed a specific nationality dominating. This hotel caters more to families with children or adults looking for relaxation rather than a party atmosphere.
Conclusion:
We have had a fantastic stay so far, and we’re confident that our last three nights will be just as enjoyable. We are already planning to return and look forward to our next visit.
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