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2 Oct - 4 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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20 Nov - 22 Nov

Our top choices for Karon hostels

Terrace/patio

1. Sleepy Station - Hostel

Sleepy Station - Hostel
2.0 star property
Karon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"We loved our room at Sleepy Station. It was spacious, clean, comfortable and great value for money. We enjoyed the tea/coffee making facilities in the room and the water cooler too. The staff were friendly and helpful."
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is £22
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Sleepy Station - Hostel
Bar (on property)

2. Mellow Poshtel - Kata Beach

Mellow Poshtel - Kata Beach
2.0 star property
Karon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"perfect location for my solo trip"
United Kingdom
Bethany
The price is £15
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Mellow Poshtel - Kata Beach
Outdoor pool

3. EBS Hostel Phuket, Kata Beach

EBS Hostel Phuket, Kata Beach
2.0 star property
Kata
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Nous avons été très bien accueillis hôtel plutôt bien placé calme et à côté de restaurant et de boutique la douche est bien elle se ferme à la réception il parle français"
France
emeline
The price is £15
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
EBS Hostel Phuket, Kata Beach
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

4. Nonnee

Nonnee
2.0 star property
Karon
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Well cleaned, nice staff, nice hotel, good facilities, can’t fault my experience at this place"
United Kingdom
Samuel
The price is £19
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Nonnee
Hallway

5. Tall Tree Kata Phuket - Hostel

Tall Tree Kata Phuket - Hostel
2.0 star property
Karon
6.0 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"New poshtel in Kata Phuket,It's quiet good,tidy,keep cleaning in housekeeping everyday,it convenient to go to restaurant to eating Thai cuisine in Kata,and the room charge is reasonable when during peak season,I would like to come back and stay in Tall Tree again on my next vacation in Kata Phuket and looking forward to visit the Thai mama and her younger son again!"
Hong Kong SAR China
Mr.Leung
The price is £12
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Tall Tree Kata Phuket - Hostel
Front of property

6. Lub d Phuket Patong

Lub d Phuket Patong
3.0 star property
Patong Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (596 reviews)
"Clean hotel and rooms, cool staff. We enjoyed our staying there."
United States
Mohammad
The price is £30
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Lub d Phuket Patong
Deluxe Double Room (City View) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

7. Zostel Phuket (Patong Beach)

Zostel Phuket (Patong Beach)
2.0 star property
Patong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Best staff, perfect location, amazing atmosphere"
United States
Valentin
The price is £25
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Zostel Phuket (Patong Beach)
Outdoor pool

8. BearPacker Patong Hostel

BearPacker Patong Hostel
3.0 star property
Patong Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (133 reviews)
"Staff are very friendly and comfy bed"
United Kingdom
watcharapong
The price is £23
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
BearPacker Patong Hostel
Outdoor pool

9. Mad Monkey Phuket

Mad Monkey Phuket
2.0 star property
Patong Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (26 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay, neat everything and amazing food too. "
United Kingdom
amanda
The price is £34
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Mad Monkey Phuket
Games room

10. Patong Poshtel - Adults Only - Hostel

Patong Poshtel - Adults Only - Hostel
2.0 star property
Patong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19 reviews)
"Amaizing hostel"
Mexico
Antonio
The price is £17
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Patong Poshtel - Adults Only - Hostel
Suite with Terrace | Living area

11. Leon's Loft House

Leon's Loft House
2.0 star property
Patong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"清潔感があり、スタッフの対応も良かったです。"
Japan
Keisuke
The price is £10
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Leon's Loft House
Reception

12. Chino Town at Yaowarat Phuket

Chino Town at Yaowarat Phuket
2.0 star property
Old Phuket Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (21 reviews)
"The place was clean an Thor staff very friendly and helpful"
United States
Perla
The price is £15
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Chino Town at Yaowarat Phuket
Interior

13. The Dorm Hostel

The Dorm Hostel
2.0 star property
Talat Yai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"very centrally located"
Turkey
Orhan
The price is £11
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
The Dorm Hostel
Interior

14. Shade House - Phuket Downtown

Shade House - Phuket Downtown
3.0 star property
Ratsada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Excellent hostel/hotel if you are staying in the area. Kind staff, clean room and facilities, and wonderful cafe inside. I highly recommended. "
United States
Joshua
The price is £17
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Shade House - Phuket Downtown
Lobby sitting area

15. Hip Hostel

Hip Hostel
2.0 star property
Patong Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay near Patong"
United States
Jitendra Kumar
The price is £11
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hip Hostel
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

16. Square One Hotel Patong

Square One Hotel Patong
2.0 star property
Patong
7.2 out of 10, Good, (18 reviews)
"Really good deluxe room. The staff was really friendly and did everything to help if there were any questions. The location was perfect for me"
Sweden
Tomas
The price is £11
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Square One Hotel Patong
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to midnight, pool loungers

17. Book a Bed Poshtel - Hostel

Book a Bed Poshtel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Talat Yai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (61 reviews)
"Staff very friendly and helpful. Free breakfast. We really enjoyed the free cooking class."
Canada
Giap Swee Teresa
The price is £17
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Book a Bed Poshtel - Hostel
Exterior

18. The Luna Hostel

The Luna Hostel
3.0 star property
Sa Khu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (110 reviews)
"Great place! We sre a family of 4 - 2 sdults to kids and this was an ideal place for a stay before flying early morning. Staff very good and rooms were perfect."
United Kingdom
Phillip
The price is £22
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
The Luna Hostel
Courtyard

19. Aekkeko Hostel

Aekkeko Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Phuket Town
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Felt like it was your house. Very cool place to stay if you are a solo traveler!"
United States
Patrick
The price is £17
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Aekkeko Hostel
Garden view

20. Sound Gallery House - Hostel

Sound Gallery House - Hostel
3.0 star property
Talat Nuea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Very noisy neighbouring bar playing loud music on one side of the hotel every night until midnight or 1am. It's an old grand house that is losing a lot of quality and has been converted into a jumbled café full of stuff. The staff are very friendly and kind. The beds and linen are exceptionally comfortable. One of the showers needs a lot of maintenance."
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is £26
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Sound Gallery House - Hostel
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Top Karon Hotel Reviews

Chanalai Flora Resort, Kata Beach

Chanalai Flora Resort, Kata Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing staff!"
Muhammad Tilah 11-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Chanalai Flora Resort, Kata Beach

Find out more about Karon

Karon Hostels information

Number of reviews
245
Accommodation
11 Hostels
Lowest Price
£10
Highest Price
£34

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Karon?
By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and set aside more of your trip funds for going out during your stay. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its beaches and sea views.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but all of them have three main qualities in common, including low prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Karon?
Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the highest reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start looking: Nonnee - Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. EBS Hostel Phuket, Kata Beach - Located within a 20-minute walk of Kata Beach and Karon Beach. Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool, a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Mellow Poshtel - Kata Beach - Located within a 10-minute walk of Kata Beach. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.
How many hostels will I find in Karon?
If you're searching for an affordable place to stay in Karon, one of Expedia's 12 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Karon?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Karon are September, October, July and August, with each month seeing an average of 345 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Karon?
In general, Karon is known for its beaches, restaurants and bars. Major attractions include Kata Beach, Karon Beach and Patong Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Kata Noi Beach, Freedom Beach and Ao Sane Beach. Cultural attractions include Simon Cabaret, Thai Hua Museum and Phuket Baba Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Karon while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Karon on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Phuket (HKT-Phuket Intl.), located 19.1 mi (30.8 km) away from the city centre.

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