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Reviews of Khaolak Merlin Resort 5 stars

7/7 Phetkasem Rd., Khaolak, Thai-Muang dist., Khao Lak Beach, 82210 Khao Lak, Thailand

#28 of 118 hotels in Khao Lak

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Review score

Based on 225 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 26 January 2023

    8.0
    overall, a nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    our room was a bit run down and balcony covered with dead leaves the entire stay; food was average, but affordably priced

    beautiful flowers and plant life throughout the property; nice private beach; small village shops and eateries close by

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2023

    10
    Great Family vacation spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only complaint is the drinks service. We are a family of six adults. When we ordered drinks, it would take 20 mins to get them all out. The first person to get their cocktail would be finishing when the last drink was received. The sunset bar sometimes had 3 staff present but only one seemed to work at a time. No rush demonstrated. Everytime they emptied a bottle of spirits someone would walk slowly to the Veranda bar to retrieve another one. If you have been to a resort bar in Mexico, this will make you crazy. The worst was the swim up bar. Almost nothing stocked there. If you ordered anything fancier than a beer or a gin and tonic, they would phone the order over to the Veranda bar and eventually - sometimes 20 min later, your drink would arrive. Often there was no one tending this bar at all as the sole server had wandered off to get something. We quickly learned to just order beer. This is something the resort could really improve: better trained, better staffed and faster moving bar staff. We were not on an all inclusive plan - we were paying for these drinks ---when we could get them

    The resort, lawn area and beach all exceeded our expectations. The rooms were really nice. We were far back but didn't mind at all and didn't find the resort too big or confusing after the first day. The pools are lovely. Breakfast buffet is wonderful. We had steak dinners at the Veranda restaurant once and would not recommend. Nice for lunch though. The collection of shops and restaurants a short walk away got us off the resort every day and we enjoyed this feature though our dining there was uneven it was generally fun and affordable. This was a near perfect holiday spot for our grown family to converge upon for a Christmas reunion.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some noise early morning, i assume from maintenance device maybe to erase insects, might come from neighborough hotel, hopefully they do not use toxic chemicals, birds etc move around there also and might eat these. Other hotels near should do same kind of measures to preserve nature.

    Animals around are great, hopefully animals can live there together with tuorists also in the future, we like to do more to help to preserve nature. People who come this hotel should tolerate insects etc. because they are food for many birds. You cannot toxic them.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2023

    10
    we ll be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    absolute amazing staying for 9 nights ! nothing to complain, the breakfast, the room, the beach, the restaurant and massages nearby on the beach .. the quiet, the staff, the Christmas and new years dinner , all perfect ! for sure we ll come again !

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Pool Access
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing . In the middle of the jungle .

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Pool Access King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It was beautiful and relaxing. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2022

    10
    Tranquil place to stay and chill
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The nature walks were full when trying to book. You may have a chance of booking if you stay longer than a week or pre-book before arriving.

    Beautiful place to stay. Lots of pools to choose from. Clean beach within walking distance from the hotel. Excellent tasting food.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2022

    10
    It was relaxing, visually beautiful and quite luxurious.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is a long walk from the beach to my room and I got lost a lot

    everything

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2022

    9.0
    Lovely beachfront, eco resort, fantastic holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Pool Access King Room
    • Stayed 8 nights

    Really can't complain as we had a lovely stay but the pools were cold (but very clean and well maintained) and the shower didn't go warm enough even on max. We did have quite a damp smell in our room the whole stay. We enjoyed happy hour at sunset for half of our stay 4.30-5.30 then they just stopped it for no reason! So we just went to the local beach bars.

    We just had a wonderful stay as a family with grown up daughters. We loved the resort, true beachfront on the most beautiful sandy beach with plenty of sun loungers to enjoy. The pools were so pretty but just too cold to swim in (we had quite overcast weather). We enjoyed buffet breakfast every morning with a large selection for everyone and the breakfast room right by the pool and under the trees. It is like being in the jungle with all the wildlife and trees and very eco conscious. Great to have the little village right there for eating, drinking and little shops and taxis and a few beach bars and eateries very close too

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2022

    10
    Lovely hotel, beautiful environment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    wonderful surroundings and the staff was very service oriented. lovely beach. 100% stress free.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good and cosy by the beach at a really good price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Wi-Fi was weak at times. The tennis court needs a make-over and the gym is really too small.

    Very nice and clean room, good breakfast and extremely good relaxing area by the beach. There were plenty of sun beds scattered on lawn just by the beach. Very easy to choose sun or shade without having to adjust umbrella/bed. We also appreciated the tennis court and the small gym.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    TV channel to watch World Cup didn’t work properly

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2022

    10
    beautiful location, ethical hotel, friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Garden Pool Access King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    very minor thing but no shop/gift shop but a mini mart around the corner

    it’s immaculate, staff are so friendly and attentive

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2022

    8.0
    We had a great stay for 6 days and it was surely not too long
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Pool Access King Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The dinner restaurant was actually less cozy then the breakfast restaurant although it had great view on the park which that was beautifully lit up in the evening. The location was somewhat remote from the city center but taxis were easy available. Around the hotel there are some simple restaurants of which Restaurant Bali was the best to our opinion

    Excellent place to stay. The rooms were fine. The garden wonderful and the waves fun to play in. There were more than enough beds at the seaside and pools but have to say the hotel did not seem that full. We had a great time staying here. The breakfast and the breakfast restaurant are excellent. The garden is really beautiful, the sea and pool water pleasant to walk into. In total it gives you a cozy and luxurious feeling.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2022

    10
    very pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would have been nice if they helped with out bags to take to the car when we left.

    breakfast near the beach staff nice good quality and price of dinner

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    none

    facilities, room, breakfast, services

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2022

    9.0
    unbelievable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved it all

    beautiful setting, amazing staff and brilliant food

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2022

    10
    loved every minute of my stay😊
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room with Pool Access
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    couldn’t fault it.

    I was looking for a resort that had the beach and rainforest were we could take time off from our hectic lives we had a room with pool access which was fantastic.Breakfast and Dinner was great and service was good too.😊

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2022

    10
    What an amazing resort.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had to leave, end of our holiday 😢

    This resort never drops its standards. The staff are just amazing, all the time.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not much

    Everything so beautiful and peaceful.Staff great

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2022

    10
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing

    A truly unique property. A piece of tropical paradise. It was a fantastic experience.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool was too cold for me and the.pool bar was not open when we stayed apart from that it was excellent.

    Great resort. Their focus on nature is really great. Hotel is built around ancient trees and has kept as much of the natural environment as possible hence there are critically endangered species in the gardens. They clean their section of the beach to.remove plastic unlike neighbouring hotels. Staff are friendly and helpful. There are a selection of bars and restaurants nearby and pretty easy to get a taxi to Khao Lak town for more choice.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2022

    10
    we would definitely stay again. the property is so well looked after and the gardens are unbelievab
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Pool Access
    • Stayed 5 nights

    All the stairs to get to the room

    Wow what a hidden gem this hotel is. I loved everything. The only thing is if you have mobility issues. It's not the place to stay.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect

    Me and my daughter fell in love with the place. I believe one of the best hotel I have ever been in Thailand. Staff speak English,food is cheap and tasty. The beach is amazing

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice landscape, quiet place

    Stayed in April 2022

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