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Karon Beach

Explore things to do in Karon Beach including hotels, restaurants, bars, and activities. Discover Phuket’s longest west coast beach with soft sand and nightlife.

The Garage OG Phuket in Karon Beach

The Garage OG Phuket

    The Garage OG is a popular live music bar on Patak Road in Karon Beach. I stopped by on a Friday night, and the place was already filling up by 8 pm, well before the band kicked off around 9.30 pm

    Thavorn Palm Beach Resort in Karon Beach, Phuket

    Thavorn Palm Beach Resort

      Thavorn Palm Beach Resort is one of the oldest large resorts on Karon Beach, sitting right across the road from the sand. The property spreads across 12 acres of gardens, which is huge for Phuket

      SOUL Vegan Cafe & Restaurant in Karon Beach, Phuket

      SOUL Vegan Cafe & Restaurant

        Soul Vegan Cafe is the first fully plant-based restaurant in Karon, and we’ve been back several times since it opened. The food is genuinely good, and even if you’re not vegan, it’s worth a stop.

        Churchill Bar and Restaurant in Karon Beach

        Churchill Bar and Restaurant

          Churchill Bar and Restaurant sits just off Karon’s main road, below the Rattana Beach Hotel. It’s only a few metres from Patak Road, but most people walk right past without noticing. That’s a mistake.

          Karon Beach in Phuket

          13 Things to Do in Karon Beach

            Karon Beach is one of Phuket’s most popular seaside destinations, offering a good mix of relaxation and activities along its 3-kilometre stretch of white sand.

            The Cove in Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket in Karon Beach

            The Cove

              The Cove is the signature all-day dining restaurant at Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket, offering a wide selection of international and modern Thai cuisine in a relaxed seaside setting

              Wat Karon Temple in Phuket

              Wat Karon (Wat Suwan Khiri Khet)

                Wat Karon, or Wat Suwan Khiri Khet, sits just inland from Karon Beach and has been part of the local community since 1895. It received its royal charter in 1939, marking its official status as a Buddhist temple in Phuket.

                Beach Facing Hotels in Karon

                9 Great Hotels Facing The Beach in Karon

                  Hotels facing the sea in Karon Beach are popular with travellers who want to stay as close to the sand as possible, without paying the high price of rare beachfront resorts

                  Ciao Pizza and Grill at Thavorn Palm Beach Resort on Karon Beach

                  Ciao Pizza and Grill in Karon Beach

                    Ciao Pizza and Grill is a casual and easy-going restaurant right across the street from Karon Beach, part of Thavorn Palm Beach Resort. Even though it’s inside a hotel, the prices are surprisingly reasonable, which is rare for resort dining in Phuket

                    Karon Beach Nightlife

                    Karon Beach Nightlife

                      Karon Beach offers a rather light nightlife scene, mostly centred around Patak Road, which stretches from the beach road circle to Karon Temple. This lively street is filled with shops, restaurants, bars and live music venues, making it perfect for an evening stroll.

                      Saneha Steakhouse and Thai Restaurant

                      Saneha Steakhouse & Thai Food

                        Saneha is a popular steakhouse and Thai restaurant located in the heart of Karon Beach. With 35 years of experience in the restaurant business, their best chefs spend 2 years designing a new menu at Pacific Club Resort, their nearby sister property.

                        Karon Beach Video

                        Karon Beach Video

                          This Karon Beach video takes you to one of Phuket’s longest and most spacious beaches. Stretching for 3 kilometres along the west coast, Karon Beach has soft golden sand, clear water, and plenty of room to relax, even during the high season.

                          Centara Karon Resort Phuket

                          Centara Karon Resort Restaurants

                            Following its renovation, Centara Karon Resort Phuket has unveiled six new restaurants and bars for a wide range of dining experiences.

                            Bistro Grill & Bar at Central Karon Resort

                            Bistro Grill & Bar at Central Karon Resort

                              Discover a world of flavours at Bistro Grill & Bar at Central Karon Resort, your all-day dining destination. Indulge in a tantalising fusion of international and Thai cuisine, from our stunning breakfast buffet to diverse lunch and dinner options.

                              Escape Pool Club at Central Karon Resort in Phuket

                              Escape Pool Club at Central Karon Resort

                                Discover the ultimate poolside experience at Escape Pool Club at Central Kron Resort, where the grill is always sizzling, and the fun never stops! Indulge in a variety of flavourful dishes while enjoying a lively atmosphere packed with themed pool parties and interactive activities.

                                Phuket Orchid Resort & Spa

                                Phuket Orchid Resort and Spa

                                  Phuket Orchid Resort and Spa sits on Karon Beach, surrounded by tropical gardens within minutes’ walk of the shore. The family-friendly property houses 524 rooms, including family rooms, deluxe options, and suites with private balconies overlooking pools or gardens.

                                  The Village Resort & Spa

                                  The Village Resort and Spa

                                    The Village Resort and Spa occupies a private, landscaped setting in north Karon with just 34 adult-only villas, each featuring traditional southern Thai architecture. Located 250 metres from Karon Beach, the property sits just a five-minute walk from the shoreline.

                                    Phuket Emerald Beach Resort

                                    Phuket Emerald Beach Resort

                                      Phuket Emerald Beach Resort sits on Karon Beach, just 100 metres from the shoreline with direct beach access. The family-friendly property houses 282 air-conditioned rooms featuring private balconies, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, minibars, safes, and free WiFi throughout.

                                      Pacific Club Karon Beach

                                      Pacific Club Resort

                                        Pacific Club Resort is tucked up on a quiet hill, about a 10-minute walk to the sand, and has a much more peaceful vibe than the big beachfront hotel