Located south of Patong Beach, Hat Karon is a curving beach that lies beautifully in the sun with small sand dunes, casuarinas and palm trees. The crescent bay is the beach's signature that drawing travelers attention. From May to October, the beach may be affected by serious undertows, as the bay open. Watch out for those warning flags before going swimming or surfing at the southern end of the beach. During the high season, the beach is ideal for relaxation, swimming or sunbathing. A wide range of accommodations, from top-end to budget and mid-range, are available. Other facilities such as nightclubs, restaurants and other evening entertainment are located along the beachfront road.
The beach is located approximately 20 kilometers from the town and can be reached by taking either s or buses from Ranong Market in Phuket City. Transportation is available from 7.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. and costs approximately 20 baht / person / trip. Taking a taxi to the town is another option. It costs approximately 200 baht to Phuket City and 150 baht to Patong Beach.
If coming from the Phuket Airport you can take dedicated taxi for 650 baht right after stepping off the plane. The drive is about an hour but its a straight shot right to the front door of your hotel.
For those who are price conscious you can take a minibus for 150 baht but it will many a few stops along the way to drop off other passengers.
Bars, tailors and clothing markets are plentiful at Karon, either in the main part of town or along the beachfront. There are also a number of supermarkets, convenience stores and pharmacies; there's not much you need to travel elsewhere for.
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