Travel blogger Holly O'Sullivan from THATraveller recently enjoyed the successful balance between relaxation and activities at the Mövenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket.

Karon Beach is one of the longest beaches in Phuket and, being quieter than the nearby bustling Patong Beach, it is a popular choice for families and couples in love who want to spend a romantic holiday.

The Mövenpick Resort & Spa is located directly opposite Karon Beach and offers a variety of luxurious accommodations for all family sizes. It is surrounded by lush tropical gardens and just a stone's throw from a wide selection of local restaurants.

Whether you are a newlywed couple seeking peace and seclusion in the private, picturesque villas, or a large family wanting to let the children run wild in a spacious family room – there is something for every type of visitor.

The Mövenpick Resort & Spa has 363 rooms, most of which are located in the main building and feature spacious balconies with sea views. 113 of these rooms are villas with sun terraces and rainforest-themed outdoor showers, and offer access to the private Coconut Grove Pool.

Since the rooms are spread across the extensive grounds, the hotel offers a buggy service, which can be easily requested at reception. All rooms feature air conditioning, a direct-dial telephone, high-speed internet, satellite TV, and 24-hour room service for those who would like to order food late at night. Each room is tastefully decorated in both artistic and traditional styles.

For a wide selection of gourmet dishes, the Mövenpick Resort & Spa is connected to the chic Karon Beach Square, located directly on the beach. There you will find four dining options: Café Studio, where you can enjoy coffee and ice cream; Orient Asia, serving traditional Asian and Thai cuisine; El Gaucho, offering Brazilian cuisine; and Mint, serving classic bistro dishes and cocktails, accompanied by a local DJ.

My personal recommendation would be to try the tasting platters offered by Orient Asia – this way you can get to know different Thai dishes, including a unique dessert made from flavored water chestnuts in coconut milk.

For a relaxing spa treatment, visit the spa, which offers each guest a beautiful, private villa. Be sure to take advantage of the luxurious outdoor baths in the lush gardens behind each lodge. A popular spa treatment combines a body scrub, a milk and orchid bath, and a finishing coconut oil massage (my personal favorite was the coffee scrub).

For traveling parents, Phuket's largest kids' club offers an excellent way to have children (and teenagers) looked after while you explore the area. The kids' club offers both indoor and outdoor activities, including local arts and crafts, a PlayStation and internet room, a TV room, a reading room, and various daily programs. Artisan activities include making flower garlands and paper fans.

The Mövenpick Resort & Spa also offers a variety of activities, including a complimentary scuba diving lesson in one of its pools (please book in advance). For other attractions in Phuket, almost all accommodations offer pick-up and drop-off services, and you can book and pay for as many experiences as you like directly at the tour desk.

Thanks to its beautiful (and convenient) location on Karon Beach and the wide range of activities and attractions nearby, the Mövenpick Resort & Spa offers everything you can make of it: a fantastic place to relax and do nothing (perhaps a spa treatment) or a convenient base for intensive exploration of Phuket.

Special offer for families…

Enjoy your dream family holiday at the Mövenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket from 6,100 THB per room per night (minimum stay: 2 nights). The package includes free Wi-Fi, free airport transfer, daily breakfast, complimentary chocolates daily at the Kinnaree Bar, one scoop of Mövenpick ice cream per child per day, and a 20% discount on food, drinks, and spa treatments. Children eat free when accompanied by two paying adults. Children aged 4 and over have free access to the Kids Club.

Valid from now until the departure date of November 30, 2015. Click here for details.