Karon Phunaka Resort, Karon

Karon Phunaka Resort - A hillside retreat with panoramic sea views, an infinity pool, and Thai-European dining

Occupying a prime location on Naka Mountain, Karon Phunaka Resort provides spacious rooms with private balconies overlooking the Andaman Sea, Karon Beach, and the Big Buddha. The 86 rooms include premium bedding, furnished balconies, and modern amenities such as air conditioning, bathrobes, and separate bathtubs with showers. Phunaka Restaurant serves Thai and European cuisine, complemented by an extensive drinks menu, while the 12x24m infinity pool features a swim-up bar and a separate children’s pool. The resort’s fitness center offers treadmills and elliptical machines, and a squash court is available for an additional fee. Karon Phunaka Resort is a 10-minute walk from Karon Beach’s shops and restaurants, with landmarks like Wat Chalong and Promthep Cape a short drive away.

Pros

Private balconies in all rooms offer unobstructed sea views of the Andaman Sea and surrounding tropical landscape.

The infinity pool includes a swim-up bar and a separate children’s pool.

Phunaka Restaurant serves a mix of Thai and European dishes with an extensive drinks menu.

A complimentary shuttle service is available for guests visiting Karon Bay.

Cons

The hillside location may require walking uphill to access nearby shops and restaurants.

The squash court incurs an additional fee for use.