Hotels in Karon Beach, Phuket

We stayed at this hotel for 4 nights and were very glad it was only four. After checking in, our first impression of everything – the room, the hotel itself, the sun loungers, and the pool – made us want to leave immediately without even unpacking. The entire hotel hasn't been updated since it opened. Everything is very worn out, old, and dismal. The bed linen had holes. The shower water was a whole other story – it smelled like a swamp. The only positive was that you could step right out of your room onto the beach. But I have to give credit where it's due – the cleaning staff were great, they really tried, and even made towel elephants! However, it seems the owner has decided not to invest anything into maintaining the property's standards. The price-quality ratio is completely off. I absolutely do not recommend this place to anyone!

I highly recommend Phuket Island View Resort to anyone visiting Phuket, especially for its excellent value for money. It's located right on Karon Beach; you just step out and the sea is right there. While you can't see the ocean directly from the room, it's literally beachside. The room itself is very spacious and clean, and the hot water works perfectly. The front desk staff are incredibly welcoming, and the location makes it super convenient to get around. I'll definitely choose this place again on my next trip to Phuket!

This place is nice and spacious and would be good for 3/4 nights. It is well situated between a few different beaches too so very easy to get to desirable areas. The pool etc looks good although I didn't actually go in. All the drinks etc and spa packages are a bit too expensive and don't quite match the vibe the hotel provides. The rooms are a bit dated and the details are missing. For example the toilet seat and cover won't stay up. I.e. if you're sitting the toilet seat cover is going to fall on you. If you're standing you're going to have to hold the seats up. The pillows are hard and there is two pillows on a large bed rather than four. Consistently, little things like this that don't ruin your stay but you do notice compared to other hotels.

The initial room I was given was just okay. You can request a higher floor from the front desk, as those rooms are less humid. When I visited, it was raining heavily in Phuket, and the hotel was undergoing pest control, so I assume the hygiene standards are quite good. The surrounding area is also very convenient.

I stayed for seven days, here's my objective review. The facilities are comparable to a 4-star hotel in China. I'd give the service a low rating; while the room service was excellent, the restaurant service was terrible, especially the ladies in shirts – they acted like we owed them money. The location is decent, right by the beach. The room is a good size, though it's not a sea-view room, and the amenities are equivalent to a Chinese 4-star. The restaurant staff's rude service was a big negative. I'll definitely be looking for a different hotel next time.

100 meters from Karon Beach, an affordable place averaging 90 per person, and two major traps to avoid! I dug up a real gem of a value-for-money hotel near Karon Beach in Phuket, and I absolutely have to recommend it to budget travelers! First, the price: only 180 a night! In China, you'd only get a budget hotel for that price, but here you're right in the beach walking circle. I stayed in building #4, and the room was spotlessly clean, no damp, musty smell, and the bedding was fresh, so I slept very soundly. The best part – it's only 100 meters to the beach! Just change into your swimwear, stroll over, and you're in the water. When you're tired of playing, you can come back anytime for a shower, it's so convenient. The coconut tree at the end of my video is the beach itself. If you want to be even closer, you can ask if buildings #1 or #2 are available, but they might be a bit noisier as they're closer to the road. Breakfast is a buffet, and while it's not a lavish five-star spread, the flavors are authentic and delicious, especially the Thai fried noodles. It tastes just like what you'd get from a street food stall, saving you the cost of a meal. Picture 2 with the bread shows the breakfast spread. Deposit: The front desk requires a 1000 baht cash deposit. When checking out, they're super efficient – they inspect the room and refund it instantly, which is a big plus. Surroundings: There's a 7-Eleven within 200 meters. There's a massage parlor downstairs, but I didn't go. You can always buy water and snacks at 7-Eleven. There are several small eateries nearby; I went to 'The Grand,' a family-run place, and ate there two nights in a row (pictures included). There's a coin laundry next to building #4 downstairs. You'll need coins, and you can buy detergent from the machine, but it's more expensive than 7-Eleven, so I recommend buying it there. ⚠️ But! Here are the major traps to avoid! Trap 1: The private convenience store downstairs – four times the price! I'd been buying things at 7-Eleven for seven or eight days in Thailand. That day, for laundry, I didn't have coins and went to the private store downstairs for convenience. The result? A 2-liter bottle of the same brand mineral water that costs 14 baht outside was 15 baht for 500ml there, a quadruple markup! Absolutely outrageous. Trap 2: Amber Restaurant downstairs – possibly fake reviews! Initially, I saw a high rating on Dazhong Dianping (a Chinese review site) and thought about trying it. But when I got there, I found it was full of Chinese tourists, and they even had group buying deals! As everyone knows, which local Thai restaurant would use Dazhong Dianping for group deals? I suspected the scores were faked, so I decided not to eat there. Everyone should assess it for themselves. On a side note, regarding the coin laundry downstairs I mentioned earlier, it costs 50-60 baht per wash. If you don't have coins, you can exchange them directly at the machine or ask the front desk for help. Absolutely do NOT go to that rip-off store to get change! There are more Chinese and Russian tourists staying here. The staff can generally communicate in English, and ordering food by gesturing is perfectly fine. In a nutshell: For 180 baht, what more could you ask for? Just go for it! But keep your hands in your pockets and stay away from those two places downstairs!

My kids chose Phuket for their holiday, and we’d stayed at Kata Beach before, so this time we wanted to try Karon Beach. After a thorough selection process on Trip.com, and considering the competitive pricing, we ultimately picked the Karon Beach Resort. Here's a summary of our hotel experience for your reference: **Location:** The hotel is centrally located on Karon Beach, an excellent spot, just a two to three-minute walk to the beach. The resort is quite large and has two entrances: a main gate for vehicles and a smaller gate leading to the beach. Both entrances have very helpful security guards who even salute us when we enter and exit, which adds a nice touch. Outside the small beach gate, you'll find massage parlors and restaurants on both sides, which is very convenient. There are also 7-Elevens near both gates. **Service:** The service was average, nothing particularly outstanding. The front desk staff were all male, and their attitude was a bit stiff, without much enthusiasm. However, this wasn't a big deal and didn't affect our stay or experience. **Facilities:** The hotel is a bit older, and some of the facilities are a bit dated. But we didn't spend much time in the hotel anyway, so it didn't impact our experience. The room was spacious, and we chose one with direct pool access. The pool was also quite large, which was a good experience. A unique feature in Phuket is that rooms don't typically allow three people. As a family of three with a 15-year-old child, we had to pay for an extra bed. Interestingly, each room already has a third bed, and if you request the extra bed service, staff will make it up with a pillow and blanket after you check in. The extra bed fee was 800 Thai Baht per person per day. **Dining:** Reviews mentioned that the hotel breakfast was excellent. From my personal experience, it was decent – nothing extraordinary, but not bad either. The service was good, the breakfast variety was acceptable, and the taste was fine. For a hotel in this price range, it was pretty good. **Summary:** Personally, I feel this hotel offers good value for money. My family thought Karon Beach was better overall – the beach is less crowded and quieter, perfect for surfing. I'd suggest bringing a swimming ring if you can't swim, as the waves can be quite exciting. This quiet beach is ideal for a relaxing holiday, much calmer than Kata Beach. Surrounding amenities like massage, restaurants, and shopping are all very convenient. I personally liked it a lot, and our stay was satisfying. It's worth recommending.

Excellent hotel, recently renovated. The rooms are small but very cozy. The air conditioning worked perfectly and cooled the room down quickly. It's very pleasant to stay in the room. The hotel also has a good swimming pool. I highly recommend this hotel! The location is very convenient, close to the sea and cafes, and it's not noisy from the street.

Facilities: This was our first time bringing our child to Phuket. We initially booked The Emerald in Karon, but then I read reviews saying that while it was new, the pool felt a bit cramped between the two buildings. So, I checked out more reviews and decisively switched to the established Old Phuket Karon Beach Resort, which has a more resort-like vibe! It boasts a super large pool water park, and there's even a dedicated children's area with a small water slide 🛝 for toddlers, which is fantastic! Cleanliness: As an older five-star hotel, the decor is a bit dated, so the rooms feel a little old, but overall cleanliness is quite good. There were no issues with small animals or anything like that, unlike some online reviews suggested. Environment: As always, I've attached pictures; beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Service: The front desk service was excellent. We booked island hopping tours daily, and they picked us up at the front desk each day. On the first day, I was unfamiliar with the area and worried about finding the driver, so a staff member proactively helped us check our itinerary and contacted the driver via phone to clarify things in Thai! Thumbs up! One more thing I absolutely must mention: The Old Phuket Karon Beach Resort's location is arguably the most convenient in the Karon area. Right outside, there's a small commercial street with massage parlors, fruit stalls, Thai food, and seafood – everything you could want! Plus, turn right out of the hotel and walk just 30 meters, and you're at the stunning Karon Beach in minutes. There's also a 🚌 bus stop right outside that goes to Phuket Town, which is much more convenient than Centara Karon Resort Phuket!

We arrived at the hotel. At first, it seemed like a regular hotel, but when we saw our private rooftop lounge area, we were really surprised and decided that the hotel was definitely worth it, even better than the price (the price was quite cheap). We really loved the hotel. The location is excellent! There's a 7/11 nearby and Karon Beach is just 5 minutes away. Wonderful!