The second largest of Phuket's tourist beaches. Large resort complexes line the road behind of the shoreline, but the long, broad beach itself has no development. The sand is very white, and squeaks audibly when walked upon. The southern point has a fine coral reef stretching toward Kata and Bu Island.

Karon Beach, featuring a long stretch of squeaky white sand, is less hectic than Patong but still offers a full range of facilities, dining and activities. While it's a fast-growing area, Karon is spread out and rarely feels crowded.

The beach is very exposed and the sand much coarser than on other Phuket Beaches (except Mai Khao to the far north) but, in the high season, it's terrific for swimming. Other than the portable man-made variety, there's very little shade on the beach. You can either give in and pay whatever the guy renting chairs and umbrellas is asking (do not pay more than 200B for a full day) or slather on litres of sunscreen.

During the monsoon season the water becomes rough and is frequently too dangerous for swimming, especially for children. If there are red flags flying on the beach you'll need to go south to Kata or north to Patong where the sea is calmer year-round.

Restaurants, bars, tour companies and other non-hotel businesses are at the north end, near the traffic circle, and at the south end, on the little road connecting the back road with the beach road. The narrow road between Kata and Karon has a number of small businesses as well as the Dino Park Mini Golf facillity. Karon is the most up-scale of Phuket's beaches. There is a regular daytime bus service to and from Phuket Town.

Karon Beach is the second largest of Phuket's principal tourist beaches. The slightly curving beach is long, broad, and not very shady. The southern end has a fine coral reef stretching around the small headland into Kata Yai and Pu Island.

Karon has been developed with a number of mid-range resorts, most set well back from the shore. Escalating construction of beer bars, nightclubs and discos, as well as new high-rise hotels, tarnishes Karon's once proud reputation for environmental consciousness, and as a haven for families and couples who wanted nothing more than to relax on the beach and eat Phuket lobster. But it still has a slower pace than Patong, and local fishermen still cast their nets in a charming lagoon at the north end of the beach.

	Access Pool Resort The only hotel offering direct pool access from all rooms, where a Rooms Services serve by boat. Our uniquely designed resort allows every room to have its own direct access to the pool, yet gives you a private getaway to enjoy our first-class services.

	Andaman Seaview Karon Small and luxury hotel, located in Karon Beach, Phuket Island. All 161 guest rooms are facing the sea. 3 minutes walking across the road is Karon beach, 5 minutes walking to Karon Center. Most of the restaurants in the hotel are designed to make the guests in beachwear feel comfortable.

	Centara Karon Resort Phuket Centara Karon Resort Phuket (formerly Central Karon Beach Resort) is a modern mid-rise hotel with panoramic views of Karon Beach and the lush hills behind. Air-conditioned guest rooms and suites are tastefully decorated in contemporary Thai style. Each guest room has a private balcony and provides amenities designed for comfort.

	Centara Villas Phuket Centara Villas Phuket (formerly Central Karon Village), poised in a luxurious natural tropical setting, high in the hills overlooking the majestic sweep of Karon Village, sits in 22 hectares of natural vegetation.

	Diamond Cottage Resort & Spa Diamond Cottage Resort & Spa is a Thai-style resort nestled on the hillside at between the southern of Karon beach and northern of Kata beach, within short walking distance of the beach and Kata shopping centre. Along the road are many shops and restaurants, bars and banks nearby.

	Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa (formerly Phuket Arcadia Beach Resort) is located opposite the long stretch of white sandy beach of Karon Beach. Here glorious sunsets can be viewed from the comfort of your hotel room or the expansive grounds of this imposing hotel.

	Karon Beach Resort & Spa Karon Beach Resort & Spa, Phuket is nestled in the corner of Karon Bay, directly on the beach and is surrounded by coconut palms.

	Karon Princess Hotel Idyllically located in the heart of Karon Beach, Phuket Karon Princess Hotel turns your abstract fantasy into tangible. Only 45 minutes scenic drive from the international airport, 10 minutes to Patong Beach and 20 minutes to Phuket downtown.

	Karon Sea Sands Resort Karon Sea Sands Resort is situated right on Karon Beach with outstanding views across the Andaman Sea.

	Karon Whale Resort Karon Whale Resort, Phuket is a lowrise building fairly close to the beach offering basic fascilities and service. It is a lower budget resort for those wishing to have a relaxing holiday yet not have to dig deep into their pockets to pay for it.

	Karona Resort & Spa Karona Resort & Spa is located at the heart of the Andaman Sea, on one of the most perfect spots in the Phuket Island. The resort has been designed to bring you the most moderate, cozy and harmony surroundings of the tropical rain forest.

	Marina Phuket Marina Phuket (formerly the Marina Cottage) is where the jungle meets the sea, where nature and artistic culture harmonize for your pleasure, where natures abundance explodes with the lush jungle foliage of palms

	Moevenpick Resort and Spa Karon Beach Phuket Mövenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket is bordered by tranquil and tropical Karon Beach - one of the Kingdom's most extraordinary natural beauties. Its fine golden sands and translucent turquoise water are an invitation to enjoy a dream destination for romantic interludes, family vacations and corporate retreats.

	Phuket Island View Hotel Island View Hotel is a middleclass hotel located opposite the 3 mile long Karon Beach, one of the least crowded on the island.

	Phuket Orchid Resort & Spa Phuket Orchid Resort & Spa is just a minutes' walk from Karon Beach and is set in tropical gardens where the flowers bloom 12 months of the year. Amidst the fauna there are attractive bungalows linked by red brick paths and a further 40 luxury air conditioned rooms.

	Phulin Resort Phulin Resort is a good choice for value-conscious travellers for short or long term stays. Comfortable guest rooms are bright and freshly furnished with modern amenities, some with separate living rooms and kitchenettes.

	Ramada Resort Karon Beach Phuket Ramada Resort Karon Beach Phuket (Formerly Felix Karon) is scenically situated on the northern end of Karon Beach, overlooking the Andaman Sea and one of the longest beaches on Phuket Island.

	South Sea Karon Resort South Sea Karon Resort, Phuket is ideally located on the magnificent Karon Beach. It is perfect for people who don't like to follow the crowd and is amid lush, tropical natural landscape that faces the brilliant blue water of the Andaman Sea.

	Sugar Palm Karon Resort The Sugar Palm Karon Resort is located 5 minutes from shopping and dining areas as well as the beach. With a three-star rating, the Sugar Palm Karon provides guests with 24-hour reception and security, airport transfers, and tour desk services, along with rooms equipped with wireless internet access, mini bars, and in-room safes.

	Thavorn Palm Beach Resort This 209 room hotel is conveniently located on Karon beach, just a short ride from Patong’s nightlife while still residing in tranquil surroundings. The hotel boasts five outdoor pools and two flood lit tennis courts, built upon eight hectares of land and along 500 meters of beach front, guest are spoilt with preened gardens and a sea views. Traditional Thai massage is also available at the pool side.

	The Old Phuket The Old Phuket is a Sino-Portugese-style creation that evokes memories of 19th century Southeast Asia. The atmosphere will take travellers back to the days of the spice trade, of tin mining, of Chinese junks plying the straits of Malacca. Built as a replica of the architecture that still remains in the old sections of Phuket Town, the The Old Phuket provides guests with an historical alternative to the typical hotel holiday.

	The Village Resort & Spa Village Resort & Spa is a good choice be you a family or a lone traveller, when visiting Phuket.

	Waterfront Hotel The Waterfront Hotel (formerly Central Waterfront Suites) was architecturally influenced by modern Californian design and traditional Sino-Portuguese style which complements Phuket's accented charm. The design combines both residential properties and commercial units and is perfectly located on the wonderfully long white Karon Beach.

	Woraburi Phuket Resort & Spa Woraburi Phuket Resort & Spa is a good choice for budget minded travellers seeking pleasant accommodation without too many trimmings.

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