Centara Grand Beach Phuket

Phuket, Thailand

Virgin rating

The hotel

The Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket occupies a stunning location, overlooking a secluded part of Karon Beach. Majestic views of the Andaman Sea can be enjoyed as the resort faces the bay, so you can enjoy your surrounds to the full. Set within a landscaped water park, there’s a lazy river to float down and four swimming pools, including an adult pool, Jacuzzi pool and kids' pool. The beach is a vast playground for water sports enthusiasts which include kayaking, windsurfing, sailing, and complimentary snorkelling equipment also diving lessons can be arranged. Younger members of the family will also enjoy a whole range of activities at Camp Safari whilst older children have the E-Zone to chill out in. Whilst the kids are busy, parents can enjoy a spot of pampering at the award-winning Spa Cenvaree with its herbal steam rooms and impressive range of beauty treatments. Mare is the resort’s signature restaurant, serving delicious Italian cuisine and boasting its own bar and wine room. With something for everyone, this resort is undoubtedly a great place to spend your holiday!

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Snorkelling
  • Windsurfing
  • Kids Club
  • Wheelchair access
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Spa

Where is it

In a secluded location overlooking Karon Beach in Phuket. Transfer time from Phuket Airport: 1 hour.

Hotel information

262 rooms, suites and villas. All with air-conditioning, balcony or terrace and face the bay, cable TV, telephone, WiFi access*, mini-bar*, tea/coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, iron and board (on request). Deluxe rooms feature a furnished balcony facing the pool, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds and sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults 2 adults and 2 children.

Half Board option: Includes a buffet breakfast served between 6:00am–11:00am at The Cove restaurant, and a set menu lunch or buffet/set menu dinner served at The Cove or Mare restaurant between 7:00pm–10:30pm.

Full Board option: Includes a buffet breakfast served between 6:00am–11:00am at The Cove restaurant, set menu lunch served between 12:00pm–5:00pm and a buffet/set menu dinner served between 7:00pm–10:30pm at The Cove or Mare restaurant.

Deluxe Ocean View rooms feature a furnished balcony facing the bay, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds and sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults 2 adults and 2 children.

Premium Deluxe rooms are ideal for couples, each room faces the bay, and has a furnished balcony looking out to the gardens or the pools, 1 king-size bed and additional space, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Spa rooms feature private whirlpool on the balcony and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Premium Spa rooms are ideal for couples, with an outdoor Jacuzzi. These rooms offer the choice of 1 king-size bed sleeping maximum 2 adults, or 2 double beds sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Deluxe Suite Private Pool feature a private plunge pool and 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

1-Bedroom Pool Villas feature Club Level benefits, oversized living and dining areas, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 3 adults and 1 child or 2 adults and 2 children.

2-Bedroom Pool Villas feature Club Level benefits, with 1 king-size bed and 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 4 adults and 3 children (sofa bed used for additional child).

Royal Villa feature Club Level benefits, with 1 king-size bed and 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 4 adults and 3 children.

Deluxe rooms, Premium Deluxe rooms, Deluxe Spa rooms, Premium Deluxe Spa rooms, Deluxe Pool Suites and Luxury Pool Suites offer the option to upgrade to Club Level (supplement payable) which includes:

  • Private check in lounge
  • Exclusive lounge
  • Continental breakfast buffet
  • Lunch time snacks
  • Afternoon tea
  • Evening cocktails with canapés and hors d'oeuvres 5:30pm-7:00pm
  • Evening cordials
  • All-day tea/coffee service
  • A comfortable luxurious mattress finish for your bed
  • Upgrade in-room amenities
  • Concierge service
  • Complimentary unlimited Internet usage at the club or anywhere in the property
  • Complimentary laundry for two pieces per room per day
  • Daily turn-down service
  • Complimentary daily newspaper
  • 10% discount at SPA Cenvaree
  • Preferred reservation services at restaurants and other hotel outlets/facilities.

The Cove (beachfront restaurant, International and Asian cuisine), Mare (Italian cuisine), Coast Beach Club & Bistro, Barefoot Bar, Splash swim-up bar, Ripples pool bar, Lobby Lounge. Landscaped water park with lazy river and Spa pool (main pool, Jacuzzi pool, kid's pool and adult pool). Spa Cenvaree*. Fitness centre. Water sports including snorkelling (complimentary equipment), kayaking*, sailing*, windsurfing* and scuba-diving lessons*. Tennis court. Camp Safari* (4-9 years) and E-Zone Kids' Club* (10 years upwards). Kids' playground. Internet access*. Gift shop. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour room service*.4

Wheelchair adapted rooms with partially accessible amenities or facilities available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

5 nights between 28 Dec-5 Jan.

No check out permitted on 30-31 Dec.

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Home away from home

Dec 8, 2023 Melita A

This has been our 6th trip to Centara Grand and it’s always an incredible experience. This is our home away from home and we come back for the amazing staff. They have become family and this is our home away from home. Special shout-out to Santa and PangPond who were so friendly and attentive and their service was fantastic. Also Bill, Ham, Boy,… Read more
This has been our 6th trip to Centara Grand and it’s always an incredible experience. This is our home away from home and we come back for the amazing staff. They have become family and this is our home away from home. Special shout-out to Santa and PangPond who were so friendly and attentive and their service was fantastic. Also Bill, Ham, Boy, Yo, Aun, Nan, Yu are all incredible. If you’re ever visiting please make sure to get to them know them. The staff are what make this such an incredible experience. Highly recommend it. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful winter getaway

Dec 7, 2023 scogu Sydney, Australia

Coming from the colder and darker days of Europe, this was a welcome base for a week to enjoy great sunshine and hospitality. The pools were pleasant and the beach location was really convenient. Breakfast was plentiful and the lunch and dinner options were great too. The resort is showing its age in some areas but all in all, great value and… Read more
Coming from the colder and darker days of Europe, this was a welcome base for a week to enjoy great sunshine and hospitality. The pools were pleasant and the beach location was really convenient. Breakfast was plentiful and the lunch and dinner options were great too. The resort is showing its age in some areas but all in all, great value and comfortable lodgings. A particular thanks to 'O' at the adult pool bar who made sure my friends and I were always taken care of and made to feel welcome. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great for families

Dec 6, 2023 Meander06335889858 Singapore, Singapore

Staff were really friendly and attentive. The kids club is well equipped and the pool is great. The only negative would be the pool tiles are somewhat sharp. Rooms are a bit dated, but nice and quiet with good in-room amenities. Restaurant options were ample and it is a short 10 minute walk to the main area of town for more options.
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Dec 4, 2023 TreC L

The staff is incredibly sweet. Beautiful property. It seems old but the views are spectacular. Private beach. Mui is so sweet he took great care of us! Plenty of restaurants and entertainment. Great for kids too.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A very pleasant stay.

Dec 4, 2023 R3342RDalr

We enjoyed the resort. Staff were friendly and the hotel, facilities and grounds were well maintained. We had 1-2 issues with the room but they were resolved quickly and to our satisfaction (Tv wouldn't turn on and shower hook fell off). Location was great for us. Away from the noise and hustle and bustle of Patong and only a pleasant 20 min walk… Read more
We enjoyed the resort. Staff were friendly and the hotel, facilities and grounds were well maintained. We had 1-2 issues with the room but they were resolved quickly and to our satisfaction (Tv wouldn't turn on and shower hook fell off). Location was great for us. Away from the noise and hustle and bustle of Patong and only a pleasant 20 min walk along the beach to Karon town. Read less