If you’re a first-time visitor to Karon, a good base for seeing local sites such as Phuket Town, the Buddhist temple of Wat Suwan Khirikhet and Karon Temple Market is Chanalai Garden Resort, Kata Beach. The resort looks out over lush palms, tropical plants and the Andaman sea, and is just a 2-minute walk from Kata Beach. Additionally, there are two outdoor pools and two on-site restaurants as well as a tour desk to help arrange local visits.

Many travellers favour the five-star Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort & Spa, a mid-sized retreat, which features a spa, a kids’ club, two bars and a restaurant. All rooms have a private balcony and previous guests have highlighted the attentive staff and luxurious ambience. Moreover, it’s only a 5-minute walk from both Kata Beach and Karon Beach.

If you're looking for a cheap hotel in Karon, check out Simplitel for its budget rooms and convenient location -- an 8-minute walk from Karon Beach. You’ll also find supermarkets, bars and restaurants right on its doorstep. The Color Kata is another low-cost option, and offers free parking, free Wi-Fi and an on-site tour desk. And, it’s only 1.3km fom Kata Beach.

For business travellers, Centara Karon Resort Phuket has four functions rooms, some of which even have sea views, a pre-function area and two meeting rooms. They can host indoor events for up to 130 seated guests, and outdoors, events can be organised in the gardens or by the pool. There are also yoga sessions and Thai cooking classes on offer for team-building events.

Nature lovers, or those just looking for a great view, should opt for a hotel in the hills such as Kanita Resort and Villa, which has floor-to-ceiling windows in its bedrooms. You certainly get your money’s worth at this unique mid-range hotel, with activities such as camping, barbecues, biking and walks around the botanical garden and waterfall. Moreover, It has a free shuttle to Karon Beach, which is a 5-minute drive away.

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If you’re looking for hotels in Karon with a spa, try Mövenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket, a five-star hotel set in lush gardens. The spa offers massages, body wraps and facials, all using natural ingredients.

There are several hotels in Karon suitable for families. A firm favourite is Novotel Phuket Karon Beach Resort & Spa, a four-star retreat just across the street from Karon Beach, with its 5km of white sand and top snorkelling spots. The hotel has family suites, as well as a kids’ club and pool, and all rooms feature a terrace or balcony.

Travellers looking for boutique hotels in Karon can check out Mom Tri’s Villa Royale Hotel. Guests highlight the large spacious rooms fitted with Thai antiques, the standout breakfast buffet and the location -- just steps away from Kata Noi beach. Additionally, there’s a saltwater pool, two freshwater pools, and several of the suites have their own private pools.

There are plenty of hotels in Karon with decent eateries. The Boathouse Phuket houses a restaurant of the same name offering first-rate Thai food. It’s located on Karon Beach, and diners particularly rate its ambience and excellent service. Alternatively, Karon Café Inn has a reasonably-priced option, with steaks and Thai food available at the aptly named Karon Cafe Steakhouse & Thai Cuisine. Here, they also offer vegan and vegetarian options.