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Karon Beach

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 Restaurants

                  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.

                        CHAR’D at Avista Karon

                        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

                          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.

                            Karon roadside seafood restaurants

                            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.