Thailand, which seemed a mysterious exotic country 25-30 years ago, today is one of the centers of international beach tourism. Suitable climate, excellent service, clean beaches, comfortable rooms in hotels and bungalows, delicious food - all this attracts up to 10 million tourists annually.
One of the most visited by travelers is the island of Phuket, which has several beaches with developed infrastructure. "Karon Beach" (Phuket) - the largest of them in length.
Karon Beach Location
Located just 6 km from Patong, Karon Beach (Phuket) has a completely different infrastructure. According to the reviews of tourists who have vacationed here, this beach is for those who come to enjoy the silence, the ocean, the sun and delicious food. The unusually deserted shore creates the necessary atmosphere for all this.
Who prefers a vibrant nightlife and a lot of noise on the coast, choose the beaches near the city of Patong with its huge selection of entertainment and activities.
The length of the beach is a 3.5 km long area covered with amazing white sand. The sand is of coral origin, so when walking on it, a slight creak is heard, more like a “crunch” of snow underfoot.
Only at a distance of 1 km from this place are other recreation areas - the beaches of "Kata Yai" and "Kata Noi". So, while hiking, you can visit several beaches at once and compare them.
Description of Karon Beach
Karon Beach, Phuket, does not have coves and bays common to other parts of the island, so it has an open view of the ocean, which is beautiful in the summer season, but causes big waves during the rainy season.
Clear deep blue water beckons to itself, but it should be remembered that at depth there is a rather strong current, which sometimes causes accidents with careless or drunk tourists.
Although this part of the island is quite heavily built up and here you can choose from hundreds of housing options that is more suitable for the price and quality, the beach is quite deserted. Most often this is due to fairly high waves, which, however, attract surfers.
Prudent Thais, knowing the insidiousness of local waves and currents, hang out in bad weatherthere are red flags on the beach, indicating a ban on swimming. This warning should not be ignored.
Unlike other famous resorts, where the coastline is being built up very densely, Karon Beach hotels (Phuket) are located mainly 200-300 meters from the coast. Several hotels on the shore do not violate the ecosystem of the beach, which indicates the careful attitude of Thais to their nature. This is due to the fact that the coastline is not private property, as in many other countries, but the property of the state.
Hotels in the northern part of the beach
Conventionally, "Karon Beach" (Phuket) can be divided into 3 zones. The north side of the beach has a softer vibe, but sun loungers are few and far between, as are tourists. Suitable for those who prefer to be away from other tourists, choosing silence and the world around.
Hotels located in the northern part of the beach can be roughly divided: for families and romantic couples.
For example, Centara Villas Phuket is set in a true tropical garden perched on a cliff. The hotel has 72 bungalows that attract couples from all over the world.
Talay Karon Beach Resort has everything you need for a unique children's holiday, so it is preferred by couples with children. Rooms at this hotel are themed around children's fairy tales, featuring an underwater kingdom, a space world and beds for real "princesses".
The infrastructure of the northern part of Karon Beach is equipped so that vacationerscould have a great rest, not denying themselves either the silence on the beach or the entertainment on the territory of the hotels.
Center of the beach
Karon Beach (Phuket) hotels are denser in its central part, as this is the widest and most beautiful place on the beach. However, the sun loungers on the beach are only 2 rows, which compares favorably with the beaches of Patong, where they are lined up in 5 rows.
Just behind the beach, the dunes create silence and complete isolation from the outside world, which attracts those who like to hear the sound of the surf, and not the sounds of cars and the hubbub of the crowd.
For those who wish to combine daytime tranquility with a vibrant nightlife, the Karon Sea Sands Resort is the hotel located in close proximity to nightlife. Inexpensive 87 rooms, some of which have their own access to the pool, are located just behind the road from the beach.
The chic Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa is for those who love luxury and want to spend time with he alth benefits. Located in the middle of a tropical garden. Most of the hotels in the central part are located within a 5-minute walk from the main nightlife places and 200-300 m from the beach.
South side of the beach
Choosing Thailand (Phuket, "Karon Beach-") for your vacation, you should immediately decide on the purpose of the trip. To get maximum entertainment and a rich nightlife, it is better to choose the southern part of the beach, where there are numerous bars, cafes and restaurants interspersed with shops make up a real town.
Among the hotels,located on this side, stands out "Karon Beach Resort" (Phuket). Reviews about him from customers are only enthusiastic. Situated right on the beach, a rarity in Phuket, it is a 4-star rated hotel with all the perks that come with it.
Karon Beach Resort
The hotel is located in the southern part of the bay "Karon" just 20 minutes from Patong with its beaches and 49 km from the airport. The hotel has 80 rooms, 78 of which are deluxe rooms with an area of 26 m2. Two rooms consist of a bedroom and a living area of 42 and 46 m22 respectively.
Each number has:
- balcony;
- air conditioner;
- mini-bar;
- utensils and appliances for making tea and coffee;
- bathroom;
- Wi-Fi (paid);
- safe (rent).
The hotel's rooms have sea and garden views, and a private balcony in each room allows you to enjoy the views of the night beach and the scents of tropical greenery before going to bed.
Hotel facilities
For guests who want to get the full range of services, the hotel "Karon Beach Resort" (Phuket) is suitable in all respects. Guest Services:
- restaurant by the sea for seafood, Asian and international cuisine;
- outdoor pool;
- bars;
- Spa with a wide range of services;
- Thai massage;
- barbershop;
- souvenir shop.
For childrena separate pool is equipped and a children's menu is organized in the restaurant, you can order babysitting services. Sun loungers and umbrellas near the pool are free, while on the beach you have to pay for them. The beachfront location, beautiful tropical gardens and close proximity to Patong's nightlife make this hotel ideal for families and young people alike.
Rest
For those travelers who are not used to limiting their route to only a hotel, beach and restaurant, an active holiday in Karon Beach (Phuket) is suitable. Reviews of entertainment programs and attractions organized by the hotel make it clear that Thais do not let their guests get bored.
For example, you can take a walk through the tropical garden on a Thai elephant, which will leave an unforgettable experience for a lifetime. You can also get yoga lessons or take courses in cooking Thai dishes. Professional chefs will teach you how to cook green curries and famous Thai soups, as well as how to choose products at the local market. Fruit carving courses will allow you to surprise your friends with an artfully made watermelon flower when you return home.
For those clients who want to relax and pay attention to their appearance and he alth, numerous programs in the hotel's SPA salon are suitable. Here you can try different types of Thai massage, body wraps, rejuvenating and cleansing procedures.
For shoppers, there are numerous shops where you can buy cheap stylish clothes or souvenirs.
Unforgettable for children will be a visit to the "Dinopark", where they will find mini-golf with a field of 18 holes, near each of which there is a statue of a dinosaur. This great family holiday option allows you to share the adventure from hole to hole. So, the daredevils are waiting for the Jurassic swamp, the "attack" of the Rex-tyrannosaurus, the passage under the 12-meter waterfall and the "eruption" of the volcano.
After such a "dangerous" adventure, you can refresh yourself in the "Dino Bar".
Reviews of tourists
Karon Beach Resort is one of the best hotels for families. Feedback from grateful customers confirms this.
This hotel perfectly combines silence and nightlife, excellent service and the unobtrusiveness of the staff, pristine nature and the hotel building that harmoniously fits into it. All this causes an irresistible desire to come here again and again.
