481 Patak Rd., T.Karon, Phuket, 83100 Karon Beach, Thailand·View on map
Karon Living Room is a 2-star hostel in Karon, Phuket, with family rooms and private balconies. Set along Patak Road, it is a short walk from Karon Beach and nearby markets, while Kata Beach and other southern Phuket sights can be reached by car. The five room categories range from a triple room to a quadruple room and family room, with sizes from 35 to 42 m².
All rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a balcony and a flat-screen TV, with city or garden views. The 42 m² family room has a garden view, a bath and one single bed plus one large king-size bed; a separate quadruple room has two single beds and a bunk bed. Couples can choose a garden-view double or twin room or a city-view superior room.
The on-site restaurant serves Thai cuisine, and American breakfast is available. Free private parking is on site, while complimentary WiFi is available in public areas. Staff can help arrange tours, massages can be requested, and internet-connected computers are available in the lobby.
The accommodation range at Karon Living Room consists of five room types, all with private bathrooms, air conditioning, balconies and flat-screen TVs. Four are 35 m²; the Deluxe Family Room is larger at 42 m². Room layouts include three single beds, king-size or twin options, family sleeping arrangements, and a quadruple setup with a bunk bed. Maximum occupancy ranges from two to four people, depending on the room.
Views distinguish the choices: the Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View and Deluxe Family Room face the garden, while the other three room types have city views. The family room is the only option with a bath and combines a single bed with a large king-size bed. The garden-view double or twin room has a seating area and lets you choose between a king-size bed and two single beds; the Superior Double or Twin Room has a city view. Balconies feature throughout.
At 35 m², this room is arranged for three people with three single beds. Its balcony faces the city, and the layout also includes a seating area, desk and refrigerator. It is one of the city-view choices, while the garden-facing rooms look towards the property's garden.
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This 35 m² option looks towards the garden from its balcony and includes a seating area. You can choose one large king-size bed or two single beds. The room also has a refrigerator and electric kettle, making it distinct from the city-view Superior Double or Twin Room.
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With 35 m² of space, this front-side room has a city view from its balcony and a choice of one large king-size bed or two single beds. It includes a seating area and a tiled or marble floor, contrasting with the garden outlook of the Deluxe Double or Twin Room.
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At 42 m², this is the largest room type, with a garden-view balcony and a private bathroom featuring a bath. Its bed arrangement combines one single bed with one large king-size bed, making it distinct from the other options, which have showers or no bath highlighted.
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This 35 m² room accommodates up to four people with two single beds and a bunk bed. A balcony with a city view, air conditioning and a private bathroom complete the arrangement. It offers the highest capacity among the room types, without taking up more space than the other 35 m² rooms.
See pricesFacilities at Karon Living Room combine practical services with spaces for eating and planning local outings. The on-site restaurant is complemented by room service, and American breakfast is available. Free private parking is provided on site; free WiFi is available in public areas. Rooms include air conditioning, private bathrooms, balconies, flat-screen televisions, refrigerators, electric kettles and seating areas, with family rooms among the options.
For arranging activities, the property has a tour desk, car hire and shuttle service, as well as tours or classes about local culture. A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and daily housekeeping support arrivals and day-to-day needs. Other facilities include a terrace, lockers and safety deposit boxes. Bathroom essentials include towels, toilet paper and a hairdryer, while cable and satellite channels are available on the television. Upper floors are accessible by stairs only.
Karon Living Room stands on Patak Road in Karon, where shops, casual restaurants and beach access shape the immediate surroundings. Karon Beach is 600 m away. Wat Suwankiriket is 300 m from the hostel, with Karon Temple Market 350 m and Karon Bazaar 550 m away. The temple and market stalls add local shopping and food stops alongside the sand; the surrounding streets are active rather than an isolated resort strip.
For arrivals, Phuket Bus Terminal is 11.5 km away and Phuket International Airport is 28.5 km away; the drive from the airport to Karon is about 60–75 minutes. The hostel is reached from Patak Road, has free private parking on site, and also offers a shuttle service. If you arrive by bus or taxi, local shops and restaurants are close to the property. Tell the hostel your expected arrival time in advance; check-in begins at 15:00 and ends at midnight.
Karon’s beach is the main coastal draw, while Kata Beach, 2.3 km away, and Kata Noi Beach, 3.9 km away, provide two further stretches to visit. Phuket Big Buddha is 2.5 km from the hostel, and Kata View Point is 5.3 km away, looking across the neighbouring bays. The nearby Karon temple and markets suit short walks when you want a break from the beach; the viewpoints and Buddha site are better reached as separate outings from Karon.
Guests particularly praise the staff's polite, helpful manner and the cleanliness of the rooms; some mention fresh linens and daily housekeeping. Nearby shops and restaurants, along with the walk to the beach, also receive positive comments. Feedback is mixed on noise: traffic is audible in street-side rooms, and thin walls can carry sound.
Rates at Karon Living Room vary by travel dates, season and room category. See the current rate for your dates before choosing a stay.
From Phuket International Airport, Karon Living Room is 28.5 km away, around a 60–75-minute drive to Karon. Phuket Bus Terminal is 11.5 km away. The hostel is on Patak Road and has a shuttle service, as well as free private parking on site. Tell the property your expected arrival time in advance; check-in runs from 15:00 until midnight.
Wat Suwankiriket is 300 m from Karon Living Room, and Karon Temple Market is 350 m away. Karon Bazaar is 550 m away, while Karon Beach is 600 m from the hostel. The temple and markets sit near one another, so you can combine a visit with a walk to the beach; Kata Beach is a further option 2.3 km away.
American breakfast is available at Karon Living Room, but it is not included in the room rate. The on-site restaurant also serves Thai cuisine, so you can have a meal at the property.
Karon Living Room has a 42 m² Deluxe Family Room for up to three people, with a garden-view balcony, air conditioning, private bathroom and bath. For a larger group, the 35 m² Standard Quadruple Room accommodates up to four.
Feedback about noise at Karon Living Room is mixed: garden-facing rooms are peaceful, while street-side rooms can hear heavy traffic. Some guests also mention noise through thin walls and balcony doors, so room orientation may matter.
Karon Living Room collects a THB 500 damage deposit in cash when you arrive. It is refundable at check-out after the room has been inspected. The credit card must be in the guest's name and presented at check-in.
WiFi is free in public areas at Karon Living Room. Two internet-connected computers are available in the lobby for guest use, providing another place to get online during your stay.