Marina Phuket ResortvsThe Surin Phuket
Both hotels are recommended by experts. On balance, The Surin Phuket is preferred by most reviewers compared to Marina Phuket Resort. The Surin Phuket scores 90 with positive reviews from 8 publications such as Jetsetter, Star Service and Condé Nast Traveler.
Marina Phuket Resort
 Concierge
 Rough Guide
 Fodor's
 Oyster
 Frommer's
 Lonely Planet
47 Karon Road, Karon Beach, Karon, Phuket 83100, Thailand
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Restaurant
 
 "The Marina is one of the smaller and simpler resorts on the island, and it's the kind of place where Thai hospitality is keenly felt." 
 "Enjoying both a very central location, backing on to the beach and just steps from restaurants and shops, and a luxuriously spacious and secluded tropical garden in a former coconut plantation." 
 "This surprisingly quiet option has its cottages sprawling over a lush hillside that separates Karon from Kata Beach." Full review
 Kid-Friendly
 "Marina Phuket Resort is a luxury complex set in a lush garden of dense tropical greenery overlooking the south end of Phuket's Karon Beach." Full review
 "These simple cottages tucked in the jungle above a scenic promontory between Kata and Karon beaches provide an adequate level of comfort in four room types" Full review
 "Stilted boardwalks lead through lush, hushed gardens to comfy, secluded sea- and jungle-facing rooms and villas decked out in classic Thai style." Full review
The Surin Phuket
 Star Service
 Fodor's
 Oyster
 Jetsetter
 Lonely Planet
 The Telegraph
 Condé Nast Traveler
 Frommer's
118 Moo 3, Cherngtalay, Phuket 83110, Thailand 
From $223/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
 "This lean Aman-inspired resort is geared more to families and down-to-earth escapists than exclusive Amanpuri and its ever-popular minimalist styling." Full review
 "You know this place is special when you walk into the lobby, which has a sweeping view of the Andaman Sea." Full review
Luxury
 "There are 103 rooms at this hilly four-and-a-half pearl hotel that’s nestled within coconut palms on one of Phuket’s best beaches." Full review
 "With a stay at The Surin Phuket in Choeng Thale, you'll be on the beach and minutes from Pansea Beach and close to Surin Beach. This 5-star resort is within close proximity of Laem Singh..." Full review
 Top Choice
 "Almost any place located on a private beach this quiet and stunning would have be a top pick." Full review
8.0
 "The Surin tempts guests back to its Shaker-style rooms and private cottages year after with its beautiful beach, fabulous Andaman Sea views and all-rounmd idyllic location on Phuket's west coast." Full review
 Readers' Choice Award
 "A newly rebuilt resort with 87 cottages and 16 suites in a pretty cove with a white-sand beach." Full review
 "The Surin commands an excellent view of Pansea Bay and has its own private stretch of sand, with shady wooden walkways under the cover of lush coconut groves" Full review