On The Hill Karon Resort
Beachfront Karon Beach, where the hill meets the shore
A resort in Karon Beach
On The Hill Karon Resort is a 3-star property sitting directly on Karon Beach in Phuket, Thailand. Rooms spread across the hillside, with several categories looking straight out to sea. Free parking is on-site, and the outdoor swimming pool and restaurant mean you have the basics covered without leaving the grounds. Rated 4.2/5 across 668 guest reviews, the resort draws consistent praise for its staff, location, and cleanliness. Rates start from USD 58 per night, making it one of the more accessible beachfront options in Karon Beach.
Who'll feel at home here
A mid-range beachfront resort with straightforward facilities — pool, restaurant, sea-view rooms — and reliable staff, but without the extras of a full-service property.
Best for
- Couples wanting a sea-view balcony on a budget
- Families needing free parking and family rooms
- Snorkellers who want direct beach access
- Travellers prioritising location over luxury
Less suited to
- Guests expecting 4- or 5-star amenities
- Solo travellers — most room types sleep 2
- Those wanting extensive on-site activities
Beachfront position on Karon Beach
The resort sits directly on Karon Beach. Guests can walk from their room to the sand, and several room types face the sea. The hillside setting gives upper-floor rooms an elevated sightline across the water that flat beachfront properties rarely deliver.
Outdoor pool and garden grounds
The outdoor swimming pool is set within the resort's garden. An outdoor dining area adjoins it, so meals and drinks can be taken in the open air rather than indoors. The terrace areas extend the usable outdoor space for guests who prefer to stay on-property.
Room design and sea-view options
Seven distinct room categories range from 28 m² garden-view rooms to 32 m² sea-view and beachfront options. Most have a private balcony or terrace. Beachfront and superior rooms look directly over the water, while deluxe garden rooms frame a mountain backdrop.
Rooms & rates
Garden View Room
28.0 m²
- Balcony
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
Deluxe Garden View Room
28.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Balcony
- Garden view
- Mountain view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
Superior Double Room
32.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 full bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Terrace
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
32.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 twin bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Beach Front
32.0 m² · sleeps 2 · Select your bed (if available) 1 king bed 2 twin beds
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Mountain view
- Inner courtyard view
- Air conditioning
Double Room with Pool View
32.0 m² · sleeps 1 · 1 twin bed
- Balcony
- Pool view
- Inner courtyard view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
Superior Twin Room with Sea View
28.0 m² · sleeps 1 · 1 twin bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Terrace
What stands out
Inside On The Hill Karon Resort
Amenities at On The Hill Karon Resort
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Room service
- Family rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Restaurant
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Terrace
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
View
- View
Outdoors
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Getting to & from Phuket International Airport
On The Hill Karon Resort is 28.3 km from Phuket International Airport (HKT).
The location
Karon Beach sits south of Patong on Phuket's west coast, with a long, wide stretch of sand that stays quieter than its neighbor.
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Karon Noi Beach, is 940 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Golden Fishermanhistoric site830 m
- Karon Noi Beachbeach940 m
- Karon beach roundabouthistoric site1.3 km
- Wat Suwankiriketplace of worship1.7 km
- Karon Beachbeach1.8 km
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 668 reviews, guests rate the property 4.2/5. The most frequently cited strengths are the staff, the beach location, and the cleanliness of the rooms and grounds. The beachfront position appears to be the single biggest factor in positive assessments, with location mentioned prominently throughout the feedback.
- Staff9.4
- Facilities7.9
- Cleanliness8.3
- Comfort8.3
- Value For Money8.3
- Location8.7
- Free Wifi7.3
Reviews scoring 9–10: 4 · average 9
They wrote about: staff, room, location
Reviews scoring 7–9: 15 · average 7.7
They wrote about: staff, room, location
No reviews in the selected score range.
Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.
Before you book
Before you arrive
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM
- Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Your questions
Is On The Hill Karon Resort directly on the beach?
Yes. The resort is beachfront on Karon Beach, with direct access to the sand. Several room types — including the Deluxe Beach Front category — are positioned closest to the water.
Is there free parking at the resort?
Yes. Free on-site parking is available for guests arriving by car.
Does the resort have a swimming pool?
Yes. There is an outdoor swimming pool on the property, with an outdoor dining area nearby.
Is there an on-site restaurant?
Yes. The resort has a restaurant on-site. Room service is also available, and there is an outdoor dining area for meals taken in the open air.
What room types are available?
There are seven room categories: Garden View, Deluxe Garden View, Superior Double, Deluxe Double with Sea View, Deluxe Beach Front, Double with Pool View, and Superior Twin with Sea View. Sizes range from 28 m² to 32 m².
Which rooms have a sea view?
The Superior Double Room, Deluxe Double Room with Sea View, Deluxe Beach Front, and Superior Twin Room with Sea View all have sea-facing balconies or terraces.
Are family rooms available?
Yes. The resort lists family rooms as an available option. The 24-hour front desk can advise on which room configurations best suit families.
Is Wi-Fi free, and is it available in all rooms?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort. Most room types include it as a listed facility, though the Deluxe Beach Front category does not list Wi-Fi among its room amenities.
What activities are available at or near the resort?
Snorkelling is available from the beach. On-site activities include ping-pong and darts. Karon Beach itself is walkable from the property.
What is the front desk availability?
The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day.
How much does a stay cost?
Rates start from USD 58 per night. Exact pricing varies by room type, dates, and availability. No specific per-category pricing is published in the resort's current fact set.