Dein Aufenthalt — Karon Temple
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Das Eigentum — Karon Temple
Karon Temple is a no-frills, clean-as-a-whistle 3-star set right opposite Karon Beach, two minutes from the sand. Its main draw is location and price: simple rooms with tiled floors, a small pool, and a lobby that smells of floor polish and salt air. Suits budget-conscious sunseekers who want a bed by the sea without paying for a resort or a fuss.
Chroniken von Phuket
Phuket’s modern character was forged in the 19th-century tin boom, which brought Chinese, Malay and European traders and built the Sino-Portuguese shophouses of Phuket Town. The island’s beaches – Patong, Karon, Kata – exploded as tourism hubs in the 1980s and 1990s, transforming fishing villages into the beach-strip sprawl you see today. Despite the crowds, serious Thai-Buddhist culture survives in local wats, the annual Vegetarian Festival, and working fishing ports. The city is now a contradictory mash-up: five-star resorts next to market stalls, party zones by quiet coves, and a strong expat and digital-nomad scene.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Phuket-Guide →Die besten Monate
December to March: low rain, calm seas, bright sun – classic peak-season beach weather. November and April are also good, but with slightly higher humidity at the edges.
Peak / Festival Surge
Peak runs mid-December to February, driven by European winter escapees, Christmas/New Year crowds. Hotel prices easily double or triple; the Karon Temple may be 1,500–2,000 THB a night in July, closer to 4,000–5,000 THB in January. Also busy during Songkran (April) and the Chinese New Year period (Jan/Feb).
Budget Schulter Saison
September and October: wettest part of the monsoon but quietest for crowds. Hotels drop 30–50% off peak rates. Rain comes in heavy but short bursts – you can still get sun hours. August also works if you avoid the second week’s public holiday spikes.
Wetter & Verpackung
Phuket’s monsoon is not a constant downpour – it’s sudden, short tropical storms, often followed by bright sun. Pack a quick-dry hoodie or a lightweight waterproof shell plus rainproof sandals; an umbrella is less useful in sea wind.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Phuket
- The Karon Beach walkway renovation is complete – a clean, lit promenade from the southern rocks to the northern headland opens for sunset strolls (closes 10pm).
- Phuket Smart Bus now runs an express service between Karon and Phuket Town every 40 minutes, using an app-based top-up; cash not accepted.
- Nightly live-music ban on Karon’s beach road (after 11pm) remains in effect – good if you value quiet sleep, but expect fewer late bars than Patong.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Karon Temple, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a high-floor room (5F or 6F) on the side away from Patak Road. This reduces any street noise and gives a better chance of a partial sea view across the lower buildings.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor facing Patak Road — they catch direct traffic noise from the main road, especially during peak hours (7-9am, 4-7pm). Also avoid rooms near the lift lobby on any floor; the lift mechanism and guest chatter can be audible.
Best views
Rooms on the Patak Road side (front) give a view over the street and a strip of green trees, but no real sea view. Rooms on the back side face the neighbouring buildings and the Soi Patak 22 lane — more private, less to see. A high-floor front room (5F or 6F) might catch a sliver of the Andaman Sea over the rooftops on clear days.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are the quietest — they sit above the street-level din and are far enough from the ground-floor entrance.
🔊 Noise notes
Patak Road is a main artery in Karon — constant motorbike and tuk-tuk traffic from 6am until late evening. The soi (side street) is quieter but can have local dogs barking at night. No bar or nightclub on site at this 3-star property, but neighbouring buildings may have music on weekends.
Insider tips
1) Check in after 2pm to request a high-floor back-facing room if quiet is your priority — the quieter side is on the Soi Patak 22 side. 2) If you arrive by car, park on the far side of the hotel lot (away from the entrance) to avoid the early-morning engine noise from other guests leaving.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Karon Temple
Free for all guests. Single device login per room. Speed is 10 Mbps, adequate for browsing and email.
One lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections.
No newspapers or digital newsstand. The building looks like a small Thai temple but functions as a standard budget hotel.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00 (no fee). Late check-out until 16:00 costs THB 800.
Free, at reception. No time limit for day-of-check-out.
No step-free entry: two steps up at main door. No wheelchair-access rooms. Lift narrow — standard wheelchair may not fit.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Karon Beach Parking (5 min walk), THB 50/hour or THB 300 overnight. No EV charging available.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; THB 500 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Buddhist temple: Wat Suwan Khiri Khet (260 m · ~3 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Yuan Phueng Temple (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Karon Plaza — 696 m · ~9 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 61 m · ~1 min walk
Eve pharmacy — 114 m · ~1 min walk
BigC mini — 76 m · ~1 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or exchange booths on Patak Road for best rates; avoid airport counters and tourist-area bureaux that often charge 3-5% less.
Cards accepted in most hotels, supermarkets and larger restaurants; cash essential for street food, taxis and small shops.
Not expected, but rounding up taxi fares or leaving 20–50 THB for good service in restaurants is appreciated; tipping hotel staff 20–100 THB for carrying bags or cleaning is polite.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Simple iced coffee from a street cart or small shop costs around 35–50 THB.
Pad Thai or fried rice from a local eatery runs 50–80 THB.
A main dish like stir-fried seafood or green curry at a basic restaurant is about 80–120 THB.
Along Soi Patak 22 and the main Patak Road, evening stalls sell grilled meats, som tam and noodles from 30–60 THB.
Big C and Tesco Lotus (Lotus's) are the common budget supermarkets in this part of Phuket.
Local markets such as Patak Road's weekend stalls offer T-shirts and shorts for 150–300 THB; avoid Karon Temple market for higher markups.
Songthaew (shared blue truck) along Patak Road costs 30–50 THB per ride; from Phuket Airport, take the Airport Bus (100 THB) to Phuket Town then switch to songthaew (avoid taxis which charge 600+ THB).
Buy drinking water in bulk from 7-Eleven (7 THB per large bottle); negotiate songthaew fares before boarding; eat at lunch instead of dinner for lower prices at some stalls.
Gut zu wissen — Phuket
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.31 · THB
Emergency Contacts
PhuketWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Phuket, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Karon Temple
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 61 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Eve pharmacy — 114 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Phuket International Airport (HKT) → Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
💡 Download Grab app; fixed pricing upfront. Safer and more transparent than street taxis. Pool option available for savings.
Central Phuket Town → Merlin Beach/Kamala area
💡 Red songthaews are local shared taxis; negotiate fare beforehand. Best for day trips; avoid late night travel.
Phuket International Airport (HKT) → Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
💡 Use official airport taxi counter; avoid unmarked taxis. Negotiate fixed rate before departure or ensure meter is running.
Phuket International Airport (HKT) → Central Phuket/Patong Beach area
💡 Most economical option; requires additional local transport to hotel. Buy tickets at ground floor departure hall.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Karon Temple?
Request a high-floor room (5F or 6F) on the side away from Patak Road. This reduces any street noise and gives a better chance of a partial sea view across the lower buildings.
Which rooms should I avoid at Karon Temple?
Avoid rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor facing Patak Road — they catch direct traffic noise from the main road, especially during peak hours (7-9am, 4-7pm). Also avoid rooms near the lift lobby on any floor; the lift mechanism and guest chatter can be audible.
Is Karon Temple noisy?
Patak Road is a main artery in Karon — constant motorbike and tuk-tuk traffic from 6am until late evening. The soi (side street) is quieter but can have local dogs barking at night. No bar or nightclub on site at this 3-star property, but neighbouring buildings may have music on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Karon Temple?
Rooms on the Patak Road side (front) give a view over the street and a strip of green trees, but no real sea view. Rooms on the back side face the neighbouring buildings and the Soi Patak 22 lane — more private, less to see. A high-floor front room (5F or 6F) might catch a sliver of the Andaman Sea over the rooftops on clear days.
What are insider tips for staying at Karon Temple?
1) Check in after 2pm to request a high-floor back-facing room if quiet is your priority — the quieter side is on the Soi Patak 22 side. 2) If you arrive by car, park on the far side of the hotel lot (away from the entrance) to avoid the early-morning engine noise from other guests leaving.
What time is check-in at Karon Temple?
Check-in at Karon Temple is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Karon Temple have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests. Single device login per room. Speed is 10 Mbps, adequate for browsing and email.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Karon Temple?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Karon Temple?
Pad Thai or fried rice from a local eatery runs 50–80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Karon Temple?
Songthaew (shared blue truck) along Patak Road costs 30–50 THB per ride; from Phuket Airport, take the Airport Bus (100 THB) to Phuket Town then switch to songthaew (avoid taxis which charge 600+ THB).
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
December to March: low rain, calm seas, bright sun – classic peak-season beach weather. November and April are also good, but with slightly higher humidity at the edges.
Top-Attraktionen in Phuket
💡 Bring small bills; the grilled pork skewers and mango sticky rice are worth queueing for.
💡 Dress modestly (free sarongs available); go early morning for the best light and fewest visitors — midday crowds and heat are both intense
💡 Go early morning (before 9am) to avoid heat and crowds; the walk up is steep if you skip the taxi.
💡 Dress modestly (cover knees and shoulders); climb the pagoda for good views of the grounds.
💡 Rent a deckchair for 100 baht from the southern end; there's free public parking near the temple.
💡 Entry is 200 baht (about £4), but it’s worth it for the air-con and the quiet courtyard garden; free guided tours in English at 10am.