ALEENTA - Phang Nga *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

Just 20 minutes north of the Phuket International Airport, Aleenta Phuket Resort & Spa is located on the sunset side of the Andaman Sea and the pristine Natai Beach. For families looking for a gorgeous eco-oriented boutique stay, away from the crowds, be sure to check out this beauty. The kids club at this resort was created to offer a great place to learn, play and explore. ‘The Explorers’ Club’ offers chocolate-making classes, yoga, water sports and much much more. And to top it off kids under 6 years dine for free. Big group? A 3-bedroom villa is available too - on the beach. Wow!

Aleenta Phuket, 33 Moo 5, Khokkloy, Phangnga, 82140, Thailand, rsvn.aph@aleenta.com, Website

MOVENPICK RESORT & SPA - Karon *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

Mövenpick Resort & Spa at Karon Beach Phuket, 509 Patak Road, Phuket, Thailand, +66 76 396 139, www.movenpick.com

THE SLATE - Nai Yang Beach *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

This luxury five-star resort will not only have parents coming back for more but with its fab selection of experiences for young guests, children won't ever want to leave. The Slate's Tin Box Kids Club offers a variety of programmes for children of all ages. For example, we love the Little Sommelier class with blind smelling, face-painting, and hair-styling. Babysitting services are also available upon request.

The Slate, Nai Yang Beach, 116 Moo 1, Sakhu, Thalang, Phuket 83110, Thailand, (66) (0)76 327 006, www.theslatephuket.com

KATA ROCKS - Kata *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

Taking family experiences to new levels, luxury design hotel Kata Rocks is raising the bar for hotel kids' clubs. With a Mini Rock Star package that includes a themed kid's suite for up to two children with play area and toys – each one part of a three or four-bed-roomed Sky Pool Villa with private infinity pool – there is also a 'Junior Master Chef' challenge that takes place in the comfort of the villa kitchen, unlimited complimentary ice-cream, and the chance for kids to have a celebrity style rider of 'backstage demands' to the hotel upon arrival – whether it contains coloring pens and paper, free-flow popcorn or their favorite movies.

Kata Rocks, 186/22, Kok Tanode Road, Kata Beach, Phuket 83100 Thailand, +66 (0)76 370 777 info@katarocks.com, www.katarocks.com

THE OUTRIGGER PHUKET - Thalang *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

The Outrigger Phuket is right on the beachfront (and a lovely one at that!). There is a kid’s pool with water-polo nets and slide, and the Koh Kid’s Club right behind the pool. Here they offer fully supervised indoor and outdoor entertainment areas, which includes a DVD-lounge, arts and craft area and for the teens there is a game room that has Wii games, snooker table, and table tennis. There are also lots of restaurants nearby.

The Outrigger Phuket, 323, Moo 2, Srisoonthorn Road, Bangtao Beach, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110, Thailand, Website

TRISARA - Cherngtalay *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

There’s no better place for parents to kick back and relax while the kids fill their days with activities, from Trisara's Kids Club and non-motorized water sports to a large variety of daily activities. Kids stay free when sharing their parents’ room. Reserve a stay in one of their ocean front rooms.

Trisara, 60/1 Moo 6, Srisoonthorn Rd., Cherngtalay, ?????? 83110, Thailand, +66 76 310 100, trisara.com/

JW MARRIOTT PHUKET RESORT - Talang *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

Kids traveling to the JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa can get active with swimming and tennis; create their own t-shirt and handbag art or try authentic Batik painting; explore the local wildlife at family turtle feeding time; or relax with theater fun, games, and movies.

JW Marriott, 231 Moo 3 Mai Khao, Talang, Phuket 83110, Thailand, www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/hktjw-jw-marriott-phuket-resort-and-spa/

BANYAN TREE PHUKET - Amphur Talang *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

Banyan Tree, 33, 33/27 Moo 4, Srisoonthorn Road, Cherngtalay, Amphur Talang, Phuket, 83110, Thailand, www.banyantree.com

LE MERIDIEN PHUKET BEACH RESORT - Karon *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

With a little elephant visiting the hotel twice a day eliciting coos and upping the cuteness factor, Le Meridien is ideal for families. One of the few resorts on the island with a private beach, it’s far enough away from the chaos of Patong to feel like you’re making an escape, but only a short taxi or tuk-tuk ride into town when the mood to explore strikes. Rooms have been upgraded and we recommend the deluxe garden and pool view rooms which offer excellent value.

Le Méridien Phuket Beach Resort, 29 Soi Karon Nui, Tambon Karon, Karon, Phuket, 83100, Thailand, www.lemeridienphuketbeachresort.com/

RAWAI VIP VILLAS - Rawai Island *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

Rawai VIP Villas, 58/88 Moo 6, Soi Rouyphad, T. Rawai (Rawai Park), Thailand, Website

HOLIDAY INN RESORT PHUKET - Patong *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

The Holiday Inn Resort Phuket family accommodation offers fun for the whole family, with activities, amenities, and excursions designed to delight their younger guests. Their action-packed Kids’ Club keeps children between the ages of five and 10 entertained, while toddlers can enjoy splash-time in the specially decorated family pools. Kids can enjoy some parent-free time with their peers, playing Xbox 360, watching movies, surfing the internet or enjoying games on the mini pool table.

Holiday Inn Resort Phuket, 52 Thaweewong Rd, Patong Beach Phuket 83150, Thailand, http://phuket.holidayinnresorts.com/family-suite

DEWA PHUKET - Thalang *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

The family suites are wonderful for those who like to stay and play together. Large, one-level apartments with a separate lounge and dining area, plus large balcony or terrace, leave plenty of room for kids to go wild. Their kid’s club runs activities including sand color jelly making, batik, kite, mask, and bracelet decorating and painting, as well as treasure hunts and lots more.

Dewa Phuket - Nai Yang Beach, 65 Moo 1 Sakoo, Naiyang Beach, Thalang, Phuket, 83110, Thailand, www.dewaphuketresort.com/

THE RACHA - Racha Island *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

While more associated with couples and honeymooners, if you are a family looking for luxury and privacy, this resort caters to little luxe travelers of all ages. Splash at their infinity-edge pool overlooking Batok Bay, play a round of tennis, snorkel in their gorgeous water, and build sand castles. Older kids will enjoy batik-painting, beach volleyball, mountain bikes, a pool table and tennis courts. Note, this resort is located 35-minutes by speedboat off of Phuket - it's a place to truly get away and experience beach beauty and family-time.

The Racha, 42/12-13, Moo 5, Rawai, Muang 83130, Phuket, Thailand, https://www.theracha.com/

ANANTARA PHUKET - Mai Khao *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

Anantara Phuket, 888 Moo 3 ,Mai Khao, Thalang, Phuket 83110 Thailand, http://phuket.anantara.com/

PULLMAN PHUKET ARCADIA NAITHON BEACH - Naithon Beach *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

Only 10 minutes from the airport (45 minutes to get to the tourist activities in Phuket Town), this hotel offers a slick and modern design coupled with a cool kids' club, fabulous beach, babysitting, and more.  Eat at one of 6 bars/restaurants or slip away to the spa to enjoy a pedicure. Relaxation - bring it on!

Pullman Phuket Beach Resort, 22/2 Moo 4 Tambon Saku, Amphur Talang, 83110 Phuket, Thailand, +66 (0) 76 303 299, http://www.pullmanphuketarcadia.com/

BONUS HOTEL! KEEMALA RESORT - Kathu *Phuket Family Friendly Hotel

Your munchkins will have the time of their lives at this imaginative resort, where families can live in a choice of a clay hut, tree house, or bird’s nest – complete with a sparkling private pool, which offers panoramic views of the resort and beach below. The weird yet whimsical designs are straight out of a fairy-tale, meanwhile, the spa will be a relaxing treat for mom and dad.

Keemala Resort, 10/88 Nakasud Rd, Kamala, Kathu District, Phuket, Thailand, +66 76 358 777, www.keemala.com