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Karon Beach
Karon Beach is on the west coast of Phuket, south of Patong and north of Kata.
Understand
Karon Beach is approximately 1.5 km long. Most areas are fully recovered from the tsunami, with just a few vacant lots still awaiting redevelopment. Not many hotels have direct beach frontage - most are across the road (which is not a busy one).
Get in
If coming from the Phuket Airport you can pick up a voucher from the airport transportation booth for a flat rate of 650 baht. The drive is just under an hour.
For those who are price conscious, the transportation booth inside the airport also sells seats on a minibus for 150 baht. The minibus makes several stops along the way to drop off other passengers.
Get around
The fastest way to get around is by tuk-tuk, which are mostly needed to go to other parts of the beach or nearby towns. To get to Phuket Town taxis are available and cost around 400 baht. There are also public buses which leave from Karon to different places every hour for around 20 baht.
See
Unlike the busier and noisier neighbour Patong Beach further north, Karon Beach offers visitor a nice long quiet stretch of sand. Beach umbrellas decked out along the beach are available for rent. Facing west, it gives a beautiful view of the sunset.
Buy
Bars, tailors and clothing markets are plentiful at Karon, either in the main part of town or along the beach front. There are also a number of supermarkets, convenience stores and pharmacies; there's not much you need to travel elsewhere for.
Eat
Karon has a variety of restaurants to choose from including a surprising number catering to Scandinavian tastes. Most restaurants are lined along the beach front road.
Harry's Restaurant & Pub, 15/5 Luangpohchuan Road (opposite Phuket Orchid Resort) +66 7639-8258
Drink
is a nice bar with pool tables and live music
Draught Guinness, Kilkenny, StrongBow & Heineken, Wines, Cocktails, Good Music & Live Sports on Two BIG Screens, Families welcome
Sleep
Woraburi Phuket Resort & Spa, .Karon Living Room, . Very clean and friendly hotel with new room furnishing and a\c rooms, friendly service, about 10 minutes walk from the beach, rooms starting around 1400 baht a room (when booked locally).
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Hotels in Karon Beach
 | Mission Hills Phuket Golf Resort & Spa  |
Score 9.05 from 12 reviews | | 195 Moo 4, T. Pakhok, A. Talang |  |
| This resort hotel offers the most luxurious blend of traditional Thai elegance with the advantages of modern conveniences.
From the wonderfully appointed rooms to the exquisite Maya Dhavi Spa and the sumptuous dining at Nibblers Bar, Mission Hills Phuket has all the comforts of home and so much more. The grand elegance of the architecture brings a sense of well-being that complements beautifully with the tranquil beach side location. Enjoy beautiful calm view of the golf course or pool from the privacy of your own balcony. The golf course is suitable for novices and experts alike. We even offer golf tuition, so you can really hone your skills. ... more | | |
 | Kata Poolside Resort  |
Score 8.075 from 32 reviews | | 36, 38 Kata Road, Kata Beach, | |
| Just a short stroll away from beautiful Kata Beach and Kata Plaza, which offers a variety of shops, bars and restaurants is Kata Poolside Resort.
It offers comfortable furnished rooms, decorated in a modern Thai-style. Rooms feature a private balcony and offer several amenities that include air conditioning and an en suite bathroom with a separate bath tub and shower.
Sunbathe whilst lounging around the swimming pool or have a soak in the Jacuzzi to relax and unwind. Enquire with the helpful staff at the tour desk for information on attractions or day trips. Other facilities also include parking for those driving in and internet services if you want to surf the web.
Lobster & Prawn Restaurant, Kata Poolside Resort's on-site restaurant offers a variety of delicious and authentic Thai cuisine along with the freshest seafood. ... more | | |
 | Club Andaman Beach Resort |
Score 7.3 from 35 reviews | | 2 Hadpatong road, Patong beach | |
| The Andaman Restaurant (06:30-23:00)
Open air restaurant featuring fine Thai, Chinese, local and International cuisines. Private functions can be organized.
Andaman Bazaar
Barbecued seafood and meats are served on the second floor of Andaman Bazaar, overlooking the beach road.
The Palm Tree Restaurant (10:00-19:00)
By the pool-side serving fast food and a variety of drinks.
The Lobby Bar (10:00-01:00)
Enjoy a refreshing drink with friends in a relaxing atmosphere overlooking tropical gardens with live band music.
Andaman Ball Room
Meetings, seminars and parties for all occasions are organized in this room, which has a seating capacity of 10-250 persons. Divisible into two large rooms, and one small room with seating for 25. Equipment includes microphones, slide and overhead projectors, video tape and audio recording, TV monitors, etc. ... more | | |
 | Nipa Resort |
Score 8.15 from 16 reviews | | 33 Sainamyen Road, Patong Beach | |
| Just a short stroll away from Patong Beach is Nipa Resort, which offers you a tranquil setting to relax and recharge from the noise of the city.
Nipa Resort offers contemporary styled rooms and are fully decorated with wooden furnishings. Rooms also feature a private balcony or veranda offering city or pool views.
Unwind with a session in the Jacuzzi or have a refreshing swim in the pool. If you're looking to just enjoy the sun, lounge around the pool while sipping a cocktail or head to Patong Beach, which Nipa Resort provides a free shuttle service to.
If you're looking to find out more information on Phuket's attractions and explore the island, enquire with the helpful staff at the tour desk. Car, jeep or bike rentals are also available. Other facilities include an on-site restaurant, which serves local and western favourites. ... more | | |
| | Patong Voyage Place  |
Score 8.475 from 16 reviews | | 31 Sainamyen Rd. | |
| Located in near Patong Beach, Patong Voyage Place offers easy access to nightlife and shopping, accommodation with free wireless internet access and free parking.
Rooms at the Patong Voyage feature a private balcony with city views. Each air-conditioned room has a TV with cable channels, minibar and safe.
Voyage Place provides laundry and tour desk services and has a 24-hour reception.
The hotel is within a few minutes walking distance to Patong Beach, the nightlife area of Bangla Road and Jungcylon Shopping Centre. ... more | | |
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| Pattaya Discovery Tour |
5 hours |
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A varried half day tour where you will have the opportunity to see a lot of interesting aspects of Pattaya, including a local market, marine aquarium full of magnificent tropical fish, a cliff full of tame monkeys and an oyster farm.
You will also have the opportunity to visit a stone village before reaching a nursery of the famous orchid farm. Here you will see many beautiful varieties of orchids, how they are grown for the local market and for exporting to other countries
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| Chiang Rai Airport Arrival Transfer |
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Travel from Chiang Rai International Airport to your hotel in Chiang Rai or a hotel in the Golden Triangle area. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Choose between a shared vehicle transfer, and your own private vehicle transfer.
When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details and your accommodation details. Your transfer will be confirmed immediately and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver.
Vehicles used:
- SHARED - Air-conditioned Minivan / Minicoach
- PRIVATE - Air-conditioned Standard Sedan Car (1 to 2 people)
- PRIVATE - Air-conditioned Minivan (3 to 6 people)
- PRIVATE - Air-conditioned Minicoach (7 to 9 people)
At time of booking, YOU MUST include the following flight and hotel details:
- Arrival Flight Number
- Arrival Time
- Arriving from (City name)
- Hotel Name (where you would like to be dropped off)
- Hotel Address
Don't forget to book your Hotel to Airport transfer!
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A varried half day tour where you will have the opportunity to see a lot of interesting aspects of Pattaya, including a local market, marine aquarium full of magnificent tropical fish, a cliff full of tame monkeys and an oyster farm. You will also have the opportunity to visit a stone village before reaching a nursery of the famous orchid farm. Here you will see many beautiful varieties of orchids, how they are grown for the local market and for exporting to other countries
Click here for more information and Booking Details
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