Superior
Superior is the resort’s starting room category, with 37 sqm of space and a balcony overlooking the tropical garden. The planting includes local Khao Lak rainforest species, keeping the resort’s natural setting close to the room.
Khaolak Merlin Resort
Thailand
Starting from
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- Accommodation
- 7 Nights
- International Flights
- 29% Savings
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39 years of Experience
Low deposits from £99pp*
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Khaolak Merlin Resort
About the hotel
Tucked away on 15 acres of lush tropical gardens, Khaolak Merlin Resort feels less like a hotel and more like stepping into a private nature reserve. Set back from the busier centre of Khao Lak, it's the kind of place where trees grow right up alongside the restaurant terrace and quiet pathways wind down through the greenery to the beach, perfect if you're after genuine peace rather than a lively holiday scene.
You'll find 236 rooms spread across low-rise buildings, from Deluxe rooms with garden views to beachfront villas with their own private pools. The real charm here is the four freeform swimming pools, linked by natural waterfalls and one with a swim-up bar, all set against the sound of the surrounding forest. When you're ready to unwind further, the spa offers everything from massages to aromatherapy, sauna and a hot tub.
With around 190 metres of private beachfront, easy access to diving and snorkelling, and two restaurants serving international cuisine, Khaolak Merlin Resort suits couples and families alike who want their island escape wrapped in calm.
Hotel Facilities
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WIFI
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Breakfast
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Parking
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Outdoor pool
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Air-conditioned
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Laundry service
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Room service
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Child Friendly
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Restaurant
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Spa
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Fitness centre
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Bar
What's included
- Special Offer
- 2026, 2027 & 2028 Bookings on Sale Now
- Minimum deposit starts from £199 pp
- Return International Flights from London Included
- Private Return Airport Transfers Included
- 7 Nights stay at 5* Khaolak Merlin Resort
- Superior Room
- Bed & Breakfast
Date & Prices
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Room & Suites
Deluxe
Deluxe offers 44 sqm of space and adds a freestanding bath alongside the walk-in shower. It suits travellers who want a little more room than Superior and prefer a bathroom with both bathing options.
Premier Natural
Premier Natural rooms are set within some of the greenest areas of the resort. Each measures 44 sqm and has a balcony with chairs, making this category well suited to travellers who want the tropical gardens to feel closer to their room.
Garden Pool Access
Garden Pool Access is designed for two guests who want direct access to the water. A private patio leads straight into the Hidden Pool, and this is the only room category with exclusive access to that pool.
Waterfall Pool Access
Waterfall Pool Access gives two guests direct access from the balcony to one of the resort’s swimming pools with waterfalls. At 46 sqm, it is the largest of the standard room categories and suits guests who want the pool immediately outside their accommodation.
One Bedroom Pool Villa
One Bedroom Pool Villa offers considerably more space, with a beachfront position and its own 21 sqm private swimming pool. The 131 sqm layout includes a king-size bedroom and a separate living room with a dining area, making it useful for couples or smaller travelling parties who want more room to spread out.
Two Bedroom Pool Villa
Two Bedroom Pool Villa is the resort’s largest accommodation category at 168 sqm. Designed for families or groups, it has one bedroom with a king bed and a second bedroom with two single beds, plus a separate living room.
Restaurants
The Garden
The Garden serves a buffet breakfast each morning and reopens in the evening for à la carte and set-menu dining. Guests can choose the outdoor terrace overlooking the gardens and pool or sit inside the air-conditioned dining area.
Veranda Beachside Restaurant
Veranda Beachside Restaurant is the resort’s open-air beachfront restaurant, set just steps from the Andaman Sea. The menu includes fresh seafood, Thai dishes and familiar comfort-food choices made with local ingredients.
Bars
Sunset Hut
Sunset Hut is a seafront bar serving cocktails and cold beer throughout the day and evening. Its position beside the Andaman Sea makes it a simple place to stop for a drink while spending time near the beach.
Pool Bar
Pool Bar serves drinks from the swim-up bar and poolside, making it easy to stop for refreshments without moving far from the swimming area. Tropical drinks are a main part of the offering, with the official beverage menu also covering cocktails, mocktails, beers, wines, spirits, soft drinks and other refreshments.
Things to do
Merlin Spa
Merlin Spa is the resort’s main wellness facility, with five private treatment rooms and open-air massage pavilions near the sea. Guests can choose from traditional Thai, aromatherapy and Swedish massages, Thai herbal compress massage, body treatments, facials and longer spa packages.
Spa for Kids
Spa for Kids gives younger guests access to treatments created for children using child-friendly products. The Kids Massage is available for children aged 4–12 and lasts 60 minutes.
Forest Bathing Yoga
Forest Bathing Yoga combines Vinyasa flow with the resort’s outdoor setting. Sessions are held on the Beach Lawn and are limited to a maximum of 10 participants.
Waterfall Pool
Waterfall Pool is the resort’s largest named swimming area and is set close to the beach. It includes a waterfall, swim-up bar and a separate children’s pool with a water slide.
Lagoon Pool
Lagoon Pool sits close to The Garden and is surrounded by established tropical planting. It includes a waterfall and sun loungers, with views towards the sea from the pool area.
Jacuzzi Pool
Jacuzzi Pool is located near the Superior and Deluxe rooms and includes built-in Jacuzzi features and water jets for hydro-massage.
Superior Pool
Superior Pool is another swimming area close to the Superior and Deluxe rooms. It includes a decorative water feature and sun loungers for guests who prefer a simpler pool setting.
Hidden Pool
Hidden Pool is reserved for guests staying in Garden Pool Access rooms. These rooms lead directly into the pool from their private patios, giving this accommodation category its own dedicated swimming area.
Our Beach
The resort has direct access to 190 metres of Khao Lak Beach, facing the Andaman Sea. Guests can use the beachfront for walking and jogging or simply spend time by the water.
Wildlife Night Walk Tour
The Wildlife Night Walk Tour is led by the resident biologist after dark, taking guests around the resort’s trees and ponds to look for nocturnal wildlife.
Bird Watching Tour
The resident biologist leads an early-morning walk around the resort to look for birdlife among the trees and gardens. Many bird species have been documented across the property, giving guests opportunities to observe and photograph them when conditions allow.
Khaolak Merlin Explorer Stamp Rally
Khaolak Merlin Explorer Stamp Rally is a self-led activity through the resort’s tropical grounds. Guests follow a map, visit nine locations and collect stamps while learning about animals found around the property.
Treasured Trees Tour
Treasured Trees Tour focuses on the mature trees that have been kept within the resort’s landscape. Guests can learn about banyans, resin trees and other established species while exploring the grounds.
Petanque Game
Petanque Game gives guests an easy outdoor activity that can be played socially or competitively. The game focuses on throwing metal balls as close as possible to a target and is officially described as suitable for all ages.
Nature Art & Craft
Nature Art & Craft is a small creative workshop using natural materials. Guests make artwork and learn how pigments can be created from crushed stones using traditional methods.
Natural Tie Dye Cloth
Natural Tie Dye Cloth teaches guests how to colour fabric using natural ingredients rather than chemical dyes. Materials can include onion skins, turmeric and butterfly pea flowers.
Animal Towel Art
Animal Towel Art is a guided activity showing guests how to fold towels into different animal shapes, including elephants, squids and crabs.
Fruits Carving
Fruits Carving is led by members of the resort’s culinary team and shows guests how to turn fruit and vegetables into decorative shapes.
Stand Up Paddle Board
Stand Up Paddle Board gives guests a non-motorised way to spend time on the water from the resort’s beachfront. Guests can paddle along the shoreline or use the board at a slower pace when conditions allow.
Kayak
Kayaking is available from the resort’s beachfront and gives guests another non-motorised way to explore the water when conditions allow.
Weddings
Khaolak Merlin Resort offers Merlin Andaman and Merlin Paradise wedding packages, with Western or Thai-style ceremonies available. Celebrations can take place on the beachfront lawn or in an indoor venue.
Meetings
The resort has two meeting spaces: Grand Ballroom and Similan Room. Grand Ballroom measures 24.0 x 15.0 metres and can accommodate up to 400 guests in theatre layout, while Similan Room measures 14.0 x 6.2 metres and accommodates up to 70 guests in theatre layout.
Resort Map
Khaolak Merlin Resort is at 7/7 Phetkasem Road, Lamkaen, Taimuang, Phang-Nga, on Thailand’s Andaman coast. Phuket International Airport is around 75 minutes away, while Khao Lak-Lam Ru National Park and Thap Lamu Pier are around 10 minutes from the resort. Airport transfer services can be arranged through the hotel.
Transfer details: Airport transfers are available; Phuket International Airport is around 75 minutes away.
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- Accommodation
- 7 Nights
- International Flights
- 29% Savings
ATOL and ABTA Protected
39 years of Experience
Low deposits from £99pp*
Price-match promise*
