Book Karon hotels

If you're thinking of taking a long sickie to head to the Phuket area and are looking for accommodation in Karon, lastminute.co.nz offers a load of options from which to choose. There are 897 hotels within a 10-kilometre radius of Karon's centre.

It doesn't take a rocket scientist to appreciate the benefits of staying near the heart of town. The Beyond Resort Karon and Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa, are all situated within a 1-kilometre radius of Karon's downtown area.

The Andara Resort Villas is positioned 13 kilometres from the main part of Karon. Alternatively, the The Chava Resort can be found 16 kilometres away. More places to stay in the Karon area are the Trisara Villas & Residences Phuket and the DoublePool Villas by Banyan Tree.

After sampling the delights of Karon, you should make time to discover the other attractions in the South Thailand area. Explore the traditional villages and old towns in South Thailand. Lovers of the great outdoors should also take the time to enjoy its rural landscapes, beaches, forests and rainforest. Popular things to do in this particular part of Thailand include rock climbing.

Kathu is 10 kilometres to the northeast of Karon and is home to the Phuket Country Club and Loch Palm Golf Club. If you'd like to spend a few nights in Kathu, check out the The Bell Pool Villa Resort Phuket and Villa Zolitude Resort & Spa. 35 kilometres to the northeast of Karon you'll find Ko Yao Yai, home to the Santhiya Koh Yao Yai Resort & Spa and Koh Yao Yai Village. Should you choose to stay in Ko Yao Yai, make sure you visit the Fasai Beach and At Lamiya Mosque.

Just because you are on holiday, doesn't mean you can't indulge in your passion for all things sport. You will find Ao Nang Krabi Boxing Stadium 60 kilometres to the northeast of Karon. If you are keen on booking accommodation nearby, make a reservation at the Rayavadee or the Ao Nang Phu Pi Maan Resort and Spa.

Phuket International Airport is the most used airport for arriving in Karon and is 30 kilometres drive from the city centre. If you would like to stay nearby, try the Maikhao Dream Villa Resort and Spa or the Indigo Pearl.