in Phuket, Thailand
Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket
Updated 1 July 2026
- Baby
- Toddler
- Kid
- Teen
Centara Grand is the water park resort at the quiet southern end of Karon, and for a certain age of child it is close to perfect. The centrepiece is a proper aquatic playground with waterslides, a lazy river and a dedicated kids pool, backed up by a Camp Safari club for ages four to nine and an E-Zone for ten to seventeen. That teen club is rare and useful, so this is one of the few Phuket resorts that keeps older kids happy too. The beach is just across the road, and Karon village puts restaurants and shops within easy reach.
Our verdict
The water park resort at quiet southern Karon, with slides, a lazy river and rare clubs for both young kids and teens.
The rooms
Deluxe Family Rooms and family suites sleep four, and many connect so larger groups can open a door between two rooms. Cots are free on request, and the layout keeps most families a short walk from the water park and the kids clubs. Ask for a room facing the pools rather than the road if you want the little ones to nap without street noise.
At a glance
- Water park
- Slides, lazy river and a kids pool
- Kids and teens
- Camp Safari 4 to 9, E-Zone 10 to 17
- Beach
- Karon beach across the road
- Best family room
- Connecting Deluxe Family Rooms
How the KidProof Score works
Every hotel is rated on eight things families actually care about, then weighted by how much each one drives your choice. Room setup counts the most. The little touches break the ties.
Sleeps how many? Connecting rooms, family suites, a real extra bed?
Clean travel cot, high chair, bottle warmer, changing table, kit to borrow.
Shallow pool or paddling area, playground, kids club (free or paid).
Quick breakfast, kids menus, allergy options, snacks on hand.
Secured windows, protected corners, watched pool, well kept grounds.
Laundry, in-room fridge, stroller access, parking, reliable Wi-Fi.
Close to family attractions, easy transport, park tickets or access.
Welcome gift for the child, staff who talk to kids, themed rooms.
Why families love it
- Water park with slides, lazy river and kids pool
- Camp Safari club for ages 4 to 9
- E-Zone teen club for ages 10 to 17
- Karon beach and village a short walk away
🗓️A day here with kids
- 8:30
Breakfast
A big buffet before the water park opens.
- 10:00
Water park
Slides and the lazy river while it is cooler.
- 13:00
Lunch then clubs
Camp Safari for the little ones, E-Zone for teens.
- 17:30
Karon village
Walk over for dinner and ice cream.
Family things to do nearby
Water park
The on-site aquatic playground has slides, a lazy river and a dedicated kids pool.
Camp Safari
A themed club for ages four to nine with crafts, games and pool time.
E-Zone teen club
Games consoles and activities for the tricky ten to seventeen bracket.
Karon village stroll
Restaurants, ice cream and shops are a short walk from the resort.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
Doable with cots on request and shaded pools, though the water park energy suits older children more.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
The dedicated kids pool and gentler slides work well, and connecting rooms help at nap time.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
This is the dream age here: the water park and Camp Safari never run dry.
Teen
12 yrs and up
The E-Zone teen club is rare in Phuket and genuinely gives older kids their own space.
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Live prices & availability
Stays near 683 Patak Road, Karon Beach, Muang District, Phuket 83100, Thailand
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Parents also ask
Is the water park included?
Yes, the on-site water park with slides, a lazy river and a kids pool is free for guests, which is a big part of the appeal.
Is there anything for teenagers?
Yes, the E-Zone club covers ages ten to seventeen, which is unusual in Phuket, alongside Camp Safari for the four to nines.
How far is the beach?
Karon beach is just across the road, wide and sandy, but rip currents are dangerous from May to October, so watch the flags.
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