Thistle Port Dickson Resort

The resort is big and spacious and connected to the beach. Its a perfect place to have a weekend break or a staycation. However the rooms are a bit dated and in our room the phone was missing. They do have an app that you can use to request room service like bottles of water or towel. There are number of kid friendly activities and the pool is huge. They also have a mini arcade and some other fun things. All in it was a good stay. It would be better value for money if the services were upgraded a bit or the price was lower. P.s. the breakfast is massive and it has a good variety of food.

Had a really pleasant stay at Thistle Port Dickson. We arrived earlier than expected and were pleasantly surprised to be allowed early check-in. The front desk staff, Ms.Norain, was especially helpful and professional — she also arranged a free room upgrade for us, subject to availability, which made our stay even better. The room was spacious and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The pool area is nice, especially for families with kids, and breakfast had a good variety. Overall, a relaxing and enjoyable getaway. Thistle Port Dickson has a great location by the beach and the scenery is beautiful.. Would definitely consider coming back!

My first time at the resort and it's just for a quick getaway during the school holiday. Love the stay here. The swimming pool was really nice and clean with different section being labeled based in the depth of the pool. So it's easier to know the best section for the kids. Also a nice walking distance to a nearby beach to enjoy a nice sunset view. As for the room, love it so much. It's clean and spacious. I picked the sea view room and can enjoy a nice sunset view from the room as well. The bed is very spacious for a family of 4. Overall experience at the hotel is great and will surely be there again for another short getaway one day.

When booking online, I have stated I want room with one king size bed. When I enter the room, it is two single bed...So I request change to king size bed, front desk said they will send housekeeping to join the two bed. After waiting 20mins, no one comes and my husband do it by himself. The second day, during housekeeping they take away one towel but didn't replace a new one. I called to send me new towels but after 20mins, no one comes. I called again and still after 20mins, no one comes. My husband go and ask the housekeeper, they said no more towels in the hotel, so they need to go somewhere to take that's why it takes time...😑I'm spechless. All the furnitures are old, one light not functioning, toilet ventilation not functioning. Cleanliness not so satisfying, when entering the sofa bed is dirty, bed sheets got stain. Poor sound proof. The good things is their swimming pool. The pool very big and got different depth. Kids pool is fun.

We booked this knowing it was an older hotel, and typically in Malaysian style old= not well maintained/ decor is dated, but we expected that. That said, overall the service was good ( the pool guys/restaurant hosts were very friendly and smiley), and the overall hotel DOES have that "you are on HOLIDAY" vibe. Pros: 1. Location: just near enough to the beach to be convenient, but not so close that you have nightmares of La Nina waves washing the hotel into the sea. Easy to locate, lots of parking. 2. The Resort Design: dated, but I appreciate the tiled hallways and rooms, which make more sense than moldy carpets in the Malaysian Weather. Has a mediterranean/tropical vibe. And it very much has that retro tropical resort vibe. 3. Price: higher than what the eventual service/room quality deserves, but it was lower than the ridiculous pricing of other luxury resorts nearby... Which means you may be able to afford upgrading to a suite which can make up for the oldness. 4. Pool /room /amenities: the way the hotel is laid out, most of the rooms will have a very nice view. They have a nice lounge with live music in the evening, a good sized resortlike pool (not just a boring rectangle), and kid friendly slides and gokarts. Pool toilet is quite clean, buffet is ok in terms of quality-selection-cleanliness. The hotel is just the right size, not too cramped but also not so huge little kids will fall asleep on the way to the pool. TO BE IMPROVED I felt there were lots of little things that could be improved to make the stay more pleasant and worth the supposed "5 star rating" that didnt require huge renovations, and a lot of it was down to details. 1. We booked the suite: both the shower fixtures and bath fixtures were so rickety it was about to fall off the wall. The wall hook fell off, the foyer light died on the first day, the ancient beige hairdryer that looked like it was from the 80s died on the second day... Disappointing esp in a suite that is supposed to be the more premium offering. 2. Towels were very thin and fraying.... I would expect this from a random shoplot hotel, not a supposed 5 star resort. 3. Room service was spotty, we had to request manually. Again, i forgive cheaper hotels for doing the "eco, don't wash towels" thing, but not from a suite in a 5 star resort. Isn't the whole point of booking a nice hotel is to come back to tidy cleaned up room after a long day out? 4. The seating in the bedroom could've done with some steam cleaning, because it looked disgusting. Stained beige upholstery. 5. Lots of little bits of litter and random bits of construction rubble around the compound really brought the vibe down. Again easily sorted, but not done. 6. One of the wait staff in the restaurant struggled with basic english for answering simple questions about the menu. Not a great experience since a resort is trying to appeal to tourists of all sorts? 7. The "kids play room" was quite sad, run down/grungy and bits of random plastic toys. I wouldn't even advertise this as a facility in this state, as it is more an embarrassment than a bonus. Overall we enjoyed our stay though, and i Hope management takes notes to fix these little things that would significantly improve the experience and make it worth the money.

I had a really great time at Steps. The food was tasty, but the highlight for me was the drinks. The mocktails were creative and refreshing, while the cocktails were mixed perfectly. Special appreciation to Dinesh who personally made our cocktails – you could really feel the effort and love he puts into them. The staff were also very welcoming and cheerful, which made me feel so comfortable. Definitely looking forward to visiting again!

We 5 group of friends visited Thistle PD, From the moment we stepped into Step Lounge , we knew it was going to be a special evening. The atmosphere was vibrant yet cozy, and the food did not disappoint. What truly made the night unforgettable was the bar experience – the mocktails were bursting with flavor, and the cocktails were crafted with precision. Mr. Dinesh, the Bar Manager, went above and beyond by explaining the blends and even suggesting pairings with our food. His passion for mixology and warm hospitality turned a simple dinner into an experience. The staff overall were friendly and attentive.This is more than just a restaurant – it’s a place you look forward to returning to.

I had a satisfactory stay at Thistle Hotel Port Dickson. The room condition is a little dated, but overall comfortable and well-maintained. The hotel is very family-friendly, especially with its large swimming pool and spacious children’s pool area. The private beach access is just a short walk away, clean, and less crowded, making it a pleasant spot to relax. Breakfast was decent, although the food selection could be more varied. Staff service was courteous and helpful throughout my stay. The only drawback was that one of the elevators was under maintenance during my visit, which led to some waiting time since only one was operating. Overall, it’s a good option for a family getaway with great facilities for kids and easy beach access.

Great pool bar, very expensive compared to local prices, though. The beer bucket was $120RM, which could have covered a full course meal for a family elsewhere. The rooms were very comfy, and the amenities were plentiful. I was there for work, but I wouldn't mind coming back for a vacation, especially with those room prices!

Felt somewhat scammed with the pics and description of the hotel. The pics are probably from the opening day as they look nothing like the actual rooms. The rooms were dated and not kept well. We booked a suite and there was a living room and a bedroom. There was only one tv in the living room. It wouldn't be as bad if the view wasn't blocked by a wall in the bedroom. We were given only two bath towels. Imagine that; only two for the entire suite. And let's not get started with the staff. Would it kill them to smile just a little? The person that checked us in spoke to us in a foreign language even though we spoke to her in English. The friendliest staff were the porter and the lady that checked us out. Go figure.