Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Chalong Bay Resort

Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Chalong Bay Resort is a 4-star hotel in Chalong, Phuket, 6.2 km from Phuket Town, with a year-round outdoor pool. Its five room categories suit couples and families, including a 60 m² family room for up to four people. Balconies and views of gardens, inner courtyards or the pool distinguish the accommodation.

Rooms have private bathrooms, air conditioning, minibars and flat-screen televisions. Bed layouts include a super-king-size bed with a sofa bed or two double beds, and the larger family room has a bath. The resort also has a children’s pool, outdoor play facilities, a sun terrace, garden, fitness centre and steam room. Three restaurants serve international cuisine with halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options.

Breakfast features local specialities, fresh pastries and beverages, with Vegan, Gluten-free, Asian and American options. WiFi is free throughout, and free private parking is available on site. An airport shuttle is among the hotel’s services. Chalong Pier is 2.4 km away, while Chalong Beach is 1.8 km from the property.

The five room categories all have balconies, air conditioning, private bathrooms, minibars and flat-screen televisions. Four measure 44 m²; the Family, Larger Guest room measures 60 m² and accommodates up to four people, while the other categories have a maximum capacity of three. Garden and inner-courtyard views feature in three options, and two rooms overlook the pool.

Bed arrangements include a super-king-size bed with a sofa bed or two double beds. The larger family room is the only category with a bath, alongside its shower facilities. The other rooms have showers. Room details also include toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, bidets and hairdryers. The differences between the categories are chiefly their bed layouts, views and, for the family option, extra floor space and a bath.

The resort has three restaurants, an on-site coffee house, a bar and a snack bar. Dining facilities include a kid-friendly buffet, kids’ meals and special-diet menus on request. Breakfast options include Vegan, Gluten-free, Asian and American selections. Minibars and tea or coffee makers are available, and breakfast can be served in the room.

Outdoor amenities include a sun terrace, terrace and garden. Families have a kids’ club, children’s playground, outdoor play equipment and a children’s pool, as well as babysitting and child services. Fitness options include a fitness centre, fitness classes and aerobics, with a steam room on site. An airport shuttle, tour desk and car hire are available; the hotel also has a lift and facilities for disabled guests. Private parking is free on site, and WiFi is free throughout the property.

The hotel is in Chalong on Phuket’s east side, 6.2 km from Phuket Town. Chalong Beach is 1.8 km away, while Chalong Pier lies 2.4 km from the property and serves as a departure point for boat trips. Coffee U is 600 m away, and Lucha Cantina Phuket is 1.3 km away. The nearby cafés, restaurants and waterfront give this part of Chalong a local character, although the resort is not directly on the beach.

Phuket International Airport is 30.1 km away. The hotel offers an airport shuttle, and free private parking is available on site without a reservation. Phuket Bus Terminal is 6.5 km from the property, while Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 9.8 km away. Car hire is also available at the hotel. For arrivals by road, the on-site parking provides a place to leave your vehicle while you explore the surrounding area; the shuttle is an option for airport transfers.

For a market visit, Local Market Baan Borae is 1.9 km away. Phuket Botanic Garden, 2.1 km from the hotel, offers a change of scene from the coast, and Khaokhad View Tower is 2.7 km away for views across the island. Wat Chalong is 2.9 km from the property and is one of the area’s main temples. Chalong Beach is the closest named beach in the surroundings, while Chalong Pier provides access to local boat excursions.