A romantic beach getaway

Many areas in Thailand are renowned for their single’s party scene; however, Karon is different in that it’s a lot quieter than the nearby Patong Beach, despite featuring the second-largest beach in Phuket. Karon typically leans away from the wild nightclubs and instead provides beachfront restaurants, cosy bars and a stretch of peaceful coastline that’s stunning during sunset.

The Mandarava Resort & Spa caters towards couples looking for romance by providing sumptuous accommodation in the tranquillity of a tropical hillside. Each room is immaculately designed to induce comfort. You can also stay at the Beyond Resort, which has a beachfront pool and spacious rooms.

Splurge on well-deserved luxuries

If you’re going to wake up with the ocean out your window, you should probably do it from an elegant and spacious room boasting facilities you never thought you needed. Luxury is different for everyone, but few can argue that swim-up bars, traditional Thai restaurants, tropical surrounds and plush bedding don’t turn a typical holiday into one for the ages.

At the Ramada Phuket South Sea, you can step out of your room onto the marble tiles of a relaxing pool area or enjoy a drink on a terrace overlooking the ocean. Stay at the Thavorn Palm Beach Resort to enjoy a Thai massage at one of the resort’s five swimming pools.

Hotels for budget-savvy travellers

Karon isn’t without its fair share of affordable accommodation that is surprisingly well-equipped to appease most travellers, especially those with a firm hold on their budget. The town of Karon is quite small and right next to the beach, so even the cheaper accommodation still places you in the heart of town only minutes from soft sand.

If you want to be amongst a lively atmosphere and friendly people, stay at Angus O’Tool’s, an Irish pub that has a hotel above it with lovely rooms. Another popular place is The Divers Inn, which is also centrally located, but on a quiet street.