Honest review
Phuket comes in many moods, and JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa is its calm, family side: the resort stands by Mai Khao beach, where turtle hatchlings are still looked after, and the pace of the place is tuned to unhurried holidays.
Practical bearings. Three outdoor pools and an award-winning spa cover the lazy days; the cooking school with Thai instructors who guide you through every step is the best plan for an overcast day. For excursions, head to the islands of Phang Nga Bay (including the famous James Bond island) or the Old Town.
On rooms, our advice runs like this: a couple will be happy in a room or a suite with a jacuzzi and a balcony over the Andaman Sea; a family or a group should look at the beachfront villas — with a private pool and a shaded terrace there is room for everyone.
Service around the clock, free Wi-Fi, marble bathrooms: a JW-grade base, no surprises.
Who it is for: families with children of any age, and anyone who picks turtles and sunsets over parties.
