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Next weekend
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In two weeks
28 Aug - 30 Aug
In one month
11 Sept - 13 Sept
In two months
9 Oct - 11 Oct

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 NZ$41
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Sleepy Station - Hostel
Outdoor pool

2. 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 NZ$40
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
EBS Hostel Phuket, Kata Beach
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

3. 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 NZ$33
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Nonnee
Bar (on property)

4. 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 NZ$33
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Mellow Poshtel - Kata Beach
Hallway

5. Tall Tree Kata Phuket - Hostel

Tall Tree Kata Phuket - Hostel
2.0 star property
Karon
6.0 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"Unfortunately, I had a very disappointing experience at this hostel. When I arrived, I had to wait nearly an hour before anyone showed up at the reception, which was already not a great start. Prior to my stay, I had sent a message via Hostelworld requesting a quiet room, but this was completely ignored. I was given a room facing the street instead. The noise was unbearable, the hostel is located on an uphill road, so you constantly hear motorcycles and cars accelerating loudly. As a...
France
Rachid
The price is NZ$48
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Tall Tree Kata Phuket - Hostel
Deluxe Double Room (City View)

6. 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 NZ$72
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Zostel Phuket (Patong Beach)
Front of property

7. Lub d Phuket Patong

Lub d Phuket Patong
3.0 star property
Patong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (594 reviews)
"Clean hotel and rooms, cool staff. We enjoyed our staying there."
United States
Mohammad
The price is NZ$66
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Lub d Phuket Patong
Games room

8. 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 NZ$38
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Patong Poshtel - Adults Only - Hostel
Outdoor pool

9. BearPacker Patong Hostel

BearPacker Patong Hostel
3.0 star property
Patong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (131 reviews)
"Staff are very friendly and comfy bed"
United Kingdom
watcharapong
The price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
BearPacker Patong Hostel
Deluxe Room

10. myPatong Social Hostel

myPatong Social Hostel
2.5 star property
Patong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Cleaned bed and helpful staffs."
United Kingdom
THANAKRIT
The price is NZ$33
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
myPatong Social Hostel
Outdoor pool

11. Mad Monkey Phuket

Mad Monkey Phuket
2.0 star property
Patong
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 NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Mad Monkey Phuket
Interior

12. Shade House - Phuket Downtown

Shade House - Phuket Downtown
2.0 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 NZ$33
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Shade House - Phuket Downtown
Senior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View | Living area

13. 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 NZ$24
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Leon's Loft House
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to midnight, pool loungers

14. Book a Bed Poshtel - Hostel

Book a Bed Poshtel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Talat Yai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (60 reviews)
"Staff were super friendly, everything was clean. Enjoyed our stay"
Canada
Jeremy
The price is NZ$40
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Book a Bed Poshtel - Hostel
Courtyard

15. Aekkeko Hostel

Aekkeko Hostel
2.0 star property
Old Phuket Town
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Felt like it was your house. Very cool place to stay if you are a solo traveler!"
United States
Patrick
The price is NZ$36
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Aekkeko Hostel
Design Studio | Bathroom

16. Innlux Phuket

Innlux Phuket
1.0 star property
Ratsada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Thoroughly enjoyed every minute of my stay "
United Kingdom
Chukwuemeka
The price is NZ$46
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Innlux Phuket
Lobby sitting area

17. Hip Hostel

Hip Hostel
2.0 star property
Patong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay near Patong"
United States
Jitendra Kumar
The price is NZ$25
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Hip Hostel
Standard Triple Room

18. REMEMBER PHUKET TOWN HOSTEL

REMEMBER PHUKET TOWN HOSTEL
2.0 star property
Talat Yai
The price is NZ$55
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
REMEMBER PHUKET TOWN HOSTEL
Garden view

19. 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 NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Sound Gallery House - Hostel
Lobby lounge

20. The Neighbors Hostel - Adults Only

The Neighbors Hostel - Adults Only
2.0 star property
Old Phuket Town
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (12 reviews)
"Staff really nice."
Australia
Marta
The price is NZ$23
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Neighbors Hostel - Adults Only
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Top Karon Hotel Reviews

Sawasdee Village

Sawasdee Village

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very helpful and even kept our luggage for us after checkout to go out in the town for a while"
Corey 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Sawasdee Village

Find out more about Karon

Karon Hostels information

Number of reviews
218
Accommodation
11 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$20
Highest Price
NZ$95

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. Rooms come with showers 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 Thai Hua Museum, Phuket Baba Museum and Rawai Art Village.
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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