It’s not called ‘the Land of Smiles’ for nothing – Thailand’s renowned hospitality makes it one of the best destinations on earth for a relaxing family holiday. The cherry on the cake is the huge range of imaginative kids’ clubs, which are enough to make adults wish they could join the fun. These are the best kids’ clubs in Thailand.
Best for… urban adventures
Most travellers to Thailand pass through buzzing Bangkok at some point in their journey – beyond its reputation for wild nightlife, it offers easy cultural experiences for travellers of all ages.
Rosewood Bangkok
The upscale haven of Rosewood Bangkok caters to every generation with equal care. The Rose Buds program offers thoughtful baby amenities, including adorable child-sized robes and slippers. The Explorers Club engages four- to nine-year-olds with a range of activities, while teens can delve into mocktail-making and kid-specific ‘spa-cations’.
Peninsula Bangkok
Nestled along the river, Peninsula Bangkok is a tropical oasis of palm-fringed pools and interconnected rooms, with flexible check-in/check-out times that cater to your travel schedule. In lieu of a traditional kids’ club, the ‘Peninsula Academy’ offers Thai cooking and art classes for youngsters, while family sightseeing is made easy with a Thonburi klongs boat tour, encountering monitor lizards and feeding catfish.
Anantara Siam Bangkok
City living meets resort comforts at the central Anantara Siam Bangkok, an easy stroll from iconic sites like Erawan Shrine and Lumphini Park. Spacious rooms, diverse dining and an immense pool are sure to please the whole family, while the kids’ club promises a play kitchen, model train construction and more, under the watchful eye of specially trained Anantara staff.
Best for… serious beach time
The star attraction of a Thailand family holiday is the country’s pristine white-sand beaches and warm tropical waters.
The Little Shore Khao Lak by Katathani
The Little Octopus Kids’ Club at The Little Shore Khao Lak by Katathani earns its place among Thailand’s best with a thoughtful mix of interactive games, creative activities and educational adventures designed to keep curious minds busy. When your little travellers are ready to swap crafts for cannonballs, the fun continues with unrestricted access to sister resort The Sands, home to three pools and a water park. It’s a winning combination: plenty of variety for children and precious time for parents to properly switch off.
Katathani Phuket Beach Resort
Just an hour from Phuket airport, Katathani Phuket Beach Resort fits the brief perfectly, set right on gentle waters of Kata Noi Bay. The fabulous Chang Noi Kids’ Club offers soft play, an outdoor playground, ‘edutainment’ games, and an array of books and toys, and there is a mini water slide and four pools for kids alone. Grown-ups aren’t forgotten with spa services and indulgent massages in the garden.
COMO Point Yamu
At COMO Point Yamu, Play by COMO proves a kids’ club can be every bit as thoughtful as the resort itself. Designed by early childhood and special-needs experts for children aged four to 12, the programme turns play into discovery through art projects, handmade kites, Thai-language lessons and magical cinema nights. Older children can retreat to a dedicated recreation lounge with consoles and table games, while younger travellers follow their curiosity at their own pace. It’s smart, imaginative and genuinely enriching – exactly what places it among Thailand’s best.
The Slate Phuket
At The Slate Phuket, The Tin Box turns the resort’s tin-mining story into a colourful playland for ‘little miners’. Open daily, the club keeps busy hands moving with origami, mask-making, hair-weaving, kickboxing and pint-sized chef classes, while toys and games leave plenty of room for free play. Beyond the club, families can cool off in the lagoon pool, complete with an infant pool and cascading waterfall. With creativity, culture and active fun all covered, it’s easy to see why this is one of Thailand’s best kids’ clubs.
Avani+ Khao Lak Resort
North of Phuket in quieter Khao Lak, Avani+ Khao Lak Resort is an immense family-friendly playground. Amenities include four pools, a water park, a skate park, a climbing wall and much more, for a dynamic family escape. The AvaniKids club offers supervised programs for different age groups, featuring games, arts and crafts, and a dedicated teen space provides video games and karaoke.
Meliá Koh Samui
Dive into water sports and snorkelling at Meliá Koh Samui, while little ones enjoy the mini water park and drift down the lagoon-style pool. The Kidsdom Kids’ Club offers all-day fun, and families can bond over cooking classes or just unwind in spacious family suites equipped with entertaining games.
Best for… off-the-beaten-track experiences
Head to out-of-the-way locations or opt for unusual accommodation for unforgettable family memories.
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
Shangri-La Chiang Mai gives family fun a distinctly northern Thai twist. Daily supervised activities invite children aged four to 12 to try Lanna paper cutting, ceramic painting, nature art and traditional Thai handicrafts, blending creativity with a genuine sense of place. When it’s time to burn off extra energy, the resort’s splash zone, waterslide, children’s pool and outdoor playground are ready and waiting. This balance of cultural discovery and classic holiday fun makes it one of Thailand’s best kids’ clubs – and gives parents plenty of time to unwind.
InterContinental Khao Yai
All aboard the InterContinental Khao Yai! On the fringes of Khao Yai National Park, this resort’s 19th-century railway theme is perfect for train-mad tots. Family suites feature double bunk beds, while the kids’ club offers treasure hunts, vegetable farming, and Thai dancing. The nearby park promises encounters with elephants, hornbills, porcupines, and monkeys.
Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort
Create an unforgettable Thailand family holiday by meeting real-life elephants at the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort. Nestled in northern Thai jungle, this ethically run sanctuary offers up-close encounters. Walk with the herd in the morning mist, feed them fruit and spend the night in a family-sized jungle bubble within the sanctuary, witnessing a magical parade of elephants passing through the night.
Khaolak Emerald Beach Resort & Spa
At Khaolak Emerald Beach Resort & Spa, family fun flows effortlessly from the kids’ club and playground to the shallow children’s pool and water park just outside. A changing programme of complimentary activities and special camp experiences keeps young travellers busy, while the game room adds all-weather entertainment with foosball, air hockey and a full-sized pool table. With creative play, splash-filled adventures and activities for older children all within easy reach, it’s a standout choice among Thailand’s best kids’ clubs.
Soneva Kiri
Escape the tourist trail on Koh Kood, Thailand’s least populated island, and discover family-friendly luxury at Soneva Kiri, an eco-conscious haven. The Eco Den offers dedicated childcare for kids under six, while the Children’s Den, shaped like a giant manta ray swimming over the trees, designs meaningful experiences for older children. The whole family can bond with snorkelling, rainforest treks, and stargazing in the resort’s observatory.
Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas
Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas goes big on family fun with the largest kids’ club in southern Thailand. Inside, young adventurers can tackle a sprawling ball pit, giant slides, climbing walls and career-inspired play zones, or slow things down with crafts, films and cultural activities. Outdoors, the family pool keeps the excitement flowing with four colourful waterslides, water games and a shallow toddler area. With its extraordinary scale and mix of active, creative and island-inspired play, this is easily one of Thailand’s best kids’ clubs.
Feature image: Peninsula Bangkok.
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