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.
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 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 (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.
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 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 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 & 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
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
Post Views: 4,479 A 4-Star Hotel in Karon Beach Centara Karon Resort Phuket is a family-friendly hotel in Karon Beach, offering a mix of modern… Read More »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
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
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 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 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 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 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
Mandarava Resort and Spa
Mandarava Resort and Spa sits on a hillside above Karon Beach in Phuket’s quieter zone. The property houses 232 rooms across 55 tropical villas, positioned just 700 metres from the beach. A free shuttle runs daily to Karon Beach for guest convenience.
CHAR’D Grill Phuket
Discover Phuket’s first-of-its-kind ‘dine-on-water’ steakhouse and seafood grill—CHAR’D Grill at Avista Grande Phuket Karon, proudly named Asia’s Best New Hotel Restaurant 2024. Offering a flame-to-table dining experience, CHAR’D showcases the smoky, charred flavors of premium steaks prepared on a state-of-the-art Kopa grill.
Karon Beach Directory
In our Karon Beach Directory, you will find all the places we visited in Karon Beach, including attractions, restaurants, shops and local businesses that asked to join the Phuket 101 Directory.
North Karon Roadside Restaurants
Just before reaching the hill that leads to Kata Beach, visitors can see a line of small seafood restaurants. The fresh seafood is kept on ice in front of the restaurants and you can pick what you want them to cook, or choose and Thai dish directly from their menu. It’s quite cheap and has a fun local feel to it.