Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach Hotel Review

Looking to read a detailed Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach Hotel review before booking your next trip to southern Thailand? You’ve come to the right place!

Nestled on the soft powder sands of a secluded private beach, Phuket Marriott Resort at Nai Yang Beach is a jaw-dropping 5 star resort on the paradise island of Phuket.

This sprawling postcard-perfect Thai beachside hideaway is conveniently located beside Sirinath National Park, which offers white sands and blue seas, perfect for lazy days soaking up the tropical sun. 

I spent 2 nights in a luxurious villa at the resort. My Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach review features info on the award-winning luxury hotels accommodation options, spa services, restaurants, and on-site amenities.

Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach Hotel Review.
Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach Hotel Review.

Book A Luxurious Holiday at Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang

Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach is located on Phuket’s north west coast, conveniently located a short 10 minute drive south of the airport.

The resort first opened in 2016 and has an interior design aesthetic that pays homage to Phuket’s unique tropical birds. The Red-whiskered bulbul bird is a local species, which you can find celebrated in paintings and sculptures throughout the property.

When guests arrives into the lobby they’re greeted by a giant sculpture of a black metal pond with local birds placed in the arrival hall overlooking the Andaman Sea.

Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach offers affordable luxury to romantic couples or families traveling to southern Thailand. The property features 180 rooms, suites and villas, perfect for a romantic Phuket honeymoon or relaxing retreat.

Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Swimming Pool.
Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Swimming Pool.

Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Beach Activities

The luxury resort in Phuket offers a wide variety of accommodation options, from well-appointed guest rooms, to chic suites and jaw-dropping pool villas.

The resort’s 24-hour Fitness Center is fitted with the latest equipment, from free-weights to advanced cardio machines.

Guests can enjoy a wide range of activities on Nai Yang Beach, including morning yoga classes, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, beach volleyball, and football.

Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang is perched over a beach where guests can enjoy lounge chairs, volleyball and fun water sports like paddle boarding and kayak.
Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang is perched over a beach where guests can enjoy lounge chairs, volleyball and fun water sports like paddle boarding and kayak.

The resort’s luxurious lagoon swimming pool meanders through lush, landscaped gardens, connecting the different areas of the resort. Guests can enjoy complimentary ice cream and fresh-cut fruits poolside. You’ll also find a beachside pool and kid’s pools on the property as well.

Quan Spa is the hotel’s mecca for wellness enthusiasts. You’ll find a spa menu featuring traditional Thai massages, relaxing facials, body wraps and soothing baths.

The hotel’s restaurants offer a diversity of dining options, from elegant surf & turf at Big Fish to all-you-can-eat-buffet at The Andaman Kitchen.

On Monday, Wednesday and Friday guests gather on the beach for The Sunset Ritual. Enjoy complimentary craft cocktails, roasted marshmallow over a fire pit and vibey music.

Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Fitness Centre.
Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Fitness Centre.

Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Beach Review Highlights

Phuket is a tropical paradise island similar to Hawaii and Bali, offering an endless array of jaw-dropping accommodations. The island is a very popular destination for freshly married couples looking to book a romantic honeymoon package.

Before booking your trip, here are a list of highlights that make the Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach stand out from the rest.

  • Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach offers affordable luxury to couples or families looking for a “hotel on the beach” experience near the airport.
  • The resort features a variety of luxury accommodations, from chic guest rooms to suites and jaw-dropping pool villas.
  • Those keen on a wellness vacation can access the 24 hour fitness centre for a workout any time of day. Group yoga classes are offered at the beach while guests can have fun kayaking or playing beach volleyball on the solo.
  • The resort’s 330 metre long lagoon pool meanders through the property, offering plenty of nooks and crannies to cool off and relax. There are also 2 children’s pools with sun beds.
  • Quan Spa is the place rejuvenate. Book a soothing massage, revitalizing facial or invigorating body scrub or wrap.
  • The resort is ideal for couples but also accommodates families with children as they have plenty of fun activities as well as a kids club program.
  • The resort offers distinct food and beverage concepts, from all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet to beachside Thai.
  • The service is top drawer, from pool and beachside servers to attentive spa therapists, and restaurant menus that are best described as exquisite!
Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Beach Villa Bedroom.
Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Beach Villa Bedroom.

Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach Accommodation

The most important question you have to ask yourself when reading a Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach review is, “what type of accommodation would I like to book for my holiday.”

All of the rooms, suites and villas at the Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach feature 40-inch LCD TV, work desk, tea and coffee nook, mini bar, premium bath amenities, separate shower and bathtub, and bathrobes and slippers.

Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Beach Villa Bathroom.
Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Beach Villa Bathroom.

Our favourite guest rooms are Premium Pool Access, featuring a private terrace with direct access to the resort pool lagoon. You can tan on a lounger steps from your bed then splash into the lagoon and swim over to the main pool with ease.

The coveted Beachfront Pool Villas are nestled in a private garden, offering an ocean view and private pool with comfy sala and convenient direct access to the beach.

Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Beach Villa Plunge Pool.
Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Beach Villa Plunge Pool.

Quan Spa

Nestled in the resort’s tropical gardens, Quan Spa is a serene sanctuary offering 5 private treatment rooms with double treatment beds, two steam rooms and a mani-pedi area.

Quan Spa offers a wide range of therapies, from traditional Thai and Asian massages to blissful body wraps, scrubs and refreshing facials.

We suggest booking the Quan Signature Massage, featuring the soothing application of warm aromatic oils that stimulate the body and mind to relieve stress. A heated salt and herb poultice is then applied to knead and compress muscles along the body’s meridians for a deeply relaxing experience.

Book a relaxing Thai massage at Quan Spa.
Book a relaxing Thai massage at Quan Spa.

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Enjoy delicious meals at Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang, from poolside pasta and pizza to fine dining steaks and seafood.
Enjoy delicious meals at Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang, from poolside pasta and pizza to fine dining steaks and seafood.

Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Beach Restaurants

No Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach review is complete until you’ve had an opportunity to wag your finger down each of the hotel’s marvellous menus.

The luxury hotel in Phuket offers guests 5 restaurants, from from all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet to beachside Thai cuisine.

Guests staying in a pool villa can also order from a unique “Floating Breakfast in Paradise Menu,” enjoyed in the morning in their own private pool. Options include French Breakfast, California Breakfast and Nordic-Baltic Breakfast.

Breakfast buffet at The Andaman Kitchen.
Breakfast buffet at The Andaman Kitchen.

The Andaman Kitchen

The resort’s all-day-dining restaurant is located the heart of the property, offering both indoor and outdoor seating.

Located on the second floor, The Andaman Kitchen serves both Thai and international cuisine for breakfast, with a focus on local dishes at lunch and dinner.

Wag your finger down The Andaman Kitchen’s extensive Thai menu and you’ll find delicious regional dishes like Thod Shod Southern Spicy Rice Salad, Goog Sarong Crunchy Andaman Prawns, Yum Som-O Goong Pomelo Salad, and Seafood Penang Curry.

Big Fish specializes in fresh seafood and succulent Australian steaks.
Big Fish specializes in fresh seafood and succulent Australian steaks.

Big Fish

Overlooking the Andaman Sea, Big Fish Restaurant & Bar is the hotel’s pool bar by day and signature seafront restaurant at night.

Big Fish features an international menu that can be enjoyed indoors or on a stylish rooftop terrace. If you’re looking to enjoy a romantic meal we suggest booking reservations on the outdoor patio at Big Fish to indulge in their upscale dinner menu, which has a strong local seafood selection.

Highlights from the Big Fish menu include Crab Meat Tartar, Som Tum Rock Lobster, Chicken Piiri Piri, Australian Ribe Eye Steak, Jumbo Scallops with Saffron Risotto, and Squid Frittata. For a more casual affair you’ll also find burgers, pasta, and pizza.

If you’re traveling with at least 4 people we suggest ordering the epic surf & turf platter. A massive board arrived at our table featuring 2 steaks, 3 lamb chops, 2 lobsters, 3 plump prawns, 2 crabs, a roasted squid and selection of mussels.

Our favourite daily ritual at Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang Beach is the free ice cream available to guests every day between 2-4pm at Big Fish so be sure to grab a scoop or two on a hot day and enjoy it by the pool.

Mama's Kitchen serves up Thai street food out of shipping containers overlooking Nai Yang Beach.
Mama’s Kitchen serves up Thai street food out of shipping containers overlooking Nai Yang Beach.

Mama’s Kitchen

This contemporary container restaurant sitting perched over the beach serves street food-style Thai and Asian dishes using fresh local ingredients.

Using the concept of ‘Mama cooks for you,” it’s run by Chef Pen or Mama Pen, using the fresh catch of the day to cook with her homegrown vegetables in the nearby garden.

Upon arrival you’ll spot the Mama’s Kitchen cocktail bar, illuminated by Edison bulbs and featuring just 3 tables with whicker high chairs. The nearby deck features an al fresco dining room where guests can watch the culinary team tame flames over a shaking wok in the kitchen or enjoy the sunset along the horizon.

Highlights from the Mama’s Kitchen menu include Mongolian Wok Beef, Tom Yum Prawns with Soba Noodles, Fried Rice with Chiang Mai Sausages, and Sweet Clams with Chili Paste.

Enjoy a romantic sunset beach dinner at Mama's Kitchen.
Enjoy a romantic sunset beach dinner at Mama’s Kitchen.

The Lounge

Located in the resort’s bright, sea-facing lobby, The Lounge is a great place to sip, snack and soak up breath-taking views.

Open throughout the day, this stylish dining venue serves a wide range of premium teas and coffees, cold drinks and an appetizing menu of light bites, such as burgers, sandwiches, and pizzas, all overlooking the properties lush gardens, golden beach and Andaman Sea.

Enjoy a floating breakfast in your villa pool for an unforgettable morning meal!
Enjoy a floating breakfast in your villa pool for an unforgettable morning meal!

Fun Things To Do In Phuket

It’s important to take a break from sunbathing on the beach to explore all that Phuket has to offer! Book a fun tour or authentic Thai experience to make your visit to Phuket unforgettable!

  • Private Airport Transfer in Phuket: start your Phuket honeymoon with ease by booking a private airport transfer.
  • James Bond Island Luxury Catamaran Tour: enjoy an 8 hour day trip to the famous James Bond Island including a buffet lunch, swimming, snorkeling and kayaking. Enjoy sunset during dinner on your return journey.
  • Small-Group Jungle Hiking Excursion in Khao Phra Teaw Park: join a small group of active travelers on a 6 hour tour to hike the beautiful jungle at Khao Phra Teaw Park.
  • Simon Cabaret Drag Show: is one of Thailand’s most famous drag show cabarets. Enjoy a musical spectacular featuring glamorous costumes and hilarious skits.
  • Horse Riding On the Beach At Sunset: book a romantic hour-long horseback riding experience on the beach at sunset.
  • Phuket Jet Ski Tour: cruise through turquoise waters on a jet ski on this island-hopping day tour from Phuket.
  • Phuket City Tour: enjoy a 5 hour tour of Phuket featuring stops at top attractions like the Big Buddha statue, sacred Wat Chalong temple, a cashew nut factory, and Windmill Viewpoint.
  • Phuket Elephant Sanctuary: enjoy an unforgettable encounter with elephants on this 3 hour tour. Located on 30 acres of lush, tropical land bordering the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park, this sanctuary focusses on compassionate and ethical elephant tourism.
  • Phuket Old Town Food Tour: foodies will love this 4 hour food tour of Phuket Old Town. Taste authentic Burmese curries, Hokkien noodles, and locally grown tropical fruits.
  • Thai Cooking Class: enjoy a 3 hour cooking class to learn traditional Thai cuisine techniques.
  • Muay Thai Boxing at Patong Boxing Stadium: sports fans enjoy a 3 hour Muay Thai boxing match, one of the most popular sports in Thailand.
  • ATV And Zipline Experience: enjoy an exhilarating 3 hours exploring lush jungle by ATV then fly through the treetops on a zipline.

Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa Nai Yang Beach Contact

92 Moo 3 Tambol Sakoo, 66-76-625-555

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