Karon Beach

Karon Beach is a 3-kilometre sandy beach on the west coast of Phuket Island in Karon Subdistrict, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket Province, Thailand. Located between Patong and Kata beaches, it is the third-longest beach on the island. Known for its broad stretch of white sand, clear water and relatively quiet atmosphere compared to nearby Patong, it is a developed resort beach lined with hotels, restaurants and shops serving visitors.

Visitors can expect a wide, open stretch of white sand about 3 km long with clear water, backed by a coastal road, hotels, restaurants and shops. The beach is less crowded than Patong, with areas for sunbathing, swimming and walking. Facilities include sun loungers, umbrellas, food vendors and lifeguard stations. The northern and southern ends have rockier sections suitable for snorkeling in calm season, while the central area is open sand with views of offshore islands.

Originally a small fishing and farming village, Karon developed as a resort destination from the 1980s as part of Phuket's tourism expansion, with beachfront hotels and infrastructure gradually replacing the quiet coastal settlement while retaining a more relaxed character than Patong.

The beach serves as a main recreational and community space for Karon Subdistrict, with nearby Wat Suwan Khiri Khet (Wat Karon) reflecting local Buddhist traditions and local markets serving residents and visitors.