"The kitties are so friendly and i loved playing with them!"
Sevasti from Greece
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"The owners are super nice and helped me. With everthing."
Thiago from Australia
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"I like how affordable and clean the property is"
Ruth from Qatar
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"It's a good hostel and closer to the good beach, much better than Patong beach!"
Joel from United States
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"The cat was especially adorable. Also, the Korean street toast was really delicious, so make sure to try it."
Nomad00777683226 from Philippines
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Beachfront Hostel with Korean Cuisine and Cat Companions
Amenities & Services
KPOP Hostel provides a Korean restaurant on site, a bar, and a coffee house. The hostel offers laundry service, ironing service, and daily housekeeping. Guests have access to lockers, safety deposit boxes, a tour desk, and airport shuttle service (both pick up and drop off). Car hire and 24-hour security with CCTV are also available.
Dormitory Rooms
The hostel offers 4-bed mixed dormitory rooms and 6-bed female dormitory rooms, each with a private bathroom and shower. Beds are capsule-style with curtains, a personal light, and a power socket. Each bed has a 30x40 cm locker plus a safe box, and the room uses digital keypad locks (no physical keys).
Dining Options
Guests can eat at the on-site Korean restaurant, which serves homemade kimchi and Korean snacks. The bar offers drinks and there is a coffee house with specialties like orange coffee and mango-peach smoothies. Free drinking water is available throughout the day.
Location & Surroundings
The hostel is a 4-minute walk from Karon Beach, providing direct beachfront access. It is located near the Phuket Smart bus stop, restaurants, bars, massage shops, and a 7-Eleven. Karon Circle money exchange and local fruit shops are within a minute's walk.
Activities & Atmosphere
The hostel offers walking tours, pub crawls, and evening entertainment. Snorkelling and scuba diving excursions can be booked at the tour desk, often at lower prices than travel agencies. Two resident cats live at the hostel, and free yoga mats are available for guest use.
Highlights
Location: 4-minute walk to Karon Beach
Rooms: 4-bed dorms with private bathrooms and digital locks
Dining: On-site Korean restaurant with homemade kimchi
Amenities: Free water, laundry service, and airport shuttle
Unique: Two resident cats and K-pop music theme
Must-do experiences
Enjoy fresh seafood at Chao Lay for a true local dining experience.
Visit Wat Suwan Khiri Khet temple to admire its stunning architecture.
Stop by Karon Night Market for unique crafts and local delicacies.
Hike to Karon Viewpoint for breathtaking views of the coastline.
Take a Thai cooking class at Karon Cooking Class for hands-on fun.
Choose your preferred room type
Kpop Hostel features double rooms, family rooms, and suites, each including breakfast, free cancellation, and limited-time Phuket offers.
Family Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
305 sq. feet
3 Bunk beds
Shower
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Bed 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet
1 Bunk bed
Air conditioning
Shower
room details
Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet
1 Bunk bed
Air conditioning
Shower
room details
Room Rates & Availability Calendar
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Amenities
Kpop Hostel provides amenities suited for a relaxed stay and lasting holiday memories.
Facilities: Great
8.7/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Locker room
Coffee shop
Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
Diving
Snorkelling
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Spa & Leisure
Beach access
Entertainment
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Air conditioning
Ironing facilities
Self-catering
Dryer
Room decor
Curtains
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Where to Find Kpop Hostel
528/14 Thanon Patak, Karon, 83100,
Map view
City landmarks
Beach
Karon Beach
3400 ft
Landmark
Big Buddha Phuket
1.9 mi
Landmark
Big Buddha
1.9 mi
Landmark
Karon Dragon Image
2200 ft
Landmark
Karon Village
4300 ft
Theatre
Simon Cabaret Phuket
2.1 mi
Landmark
Ban Karon
1.3 mi
Landmark
Phuket Karon Beach
1.3 mi
Landmark
Hat Karon Noi
1.3 mi
Landmark
Beyond Resort Karon
1.4 mi
Landmark
Karon Hill
1.6 mi
Landmark
New Topas Collection
1.6 mi
Beach
Patong Beach
3.0 mi
Beach
Freedom Beach
2.2 mi
Spa Centre
Sabai Sabai Massage & Beauty
1.8 mi
Landmark
Marche de Nuit
1.7 mi
Nearby
Karon
Karon Beach Roundabout
800 ft
Market
Karon Night Market
1400 ft
Rob Ko Road Chang Wat Phuket
Karon View Point
2000 ft
Th Patak East
Wat Suwan Khiri Khet
1800 ft
98/8 หมู่ที่ 4 Patak Soi 22
Wat Karon
1800 ft
502/3 Patak Road Centara Karon Resort Phuket
Spa Cenvaree
1300 ft
21 Wiset Rd
Karon Park
1700 ft
Restaurants
Oasis Bar
700 ft
514/9-10
Food Market Restaurant Karon
1500 ft
502/3 Patak Road
Pasha Kebab
800 ft
504/1 Patak Road
Ann Restaurant
900 ft
583 Patak Rd. T
Mr Thong
700 ft
599/3
Napoli in Vespa
900 ft
486 Patak Road
Phuket Golden Sand Inn
1200 ft
Patak
Deepavali Indian Restaurant
1300 ft
470/1 Moo 1
Sabaijai Cafe
1600 ft
5/3 Soi Patak 24
Explore Karon
Explore Karon
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Karon Beach
13 minutes' walk
Stunning white sandy beach with crystal-clear waters, perfect for sunbathing and water sports.
Karon Night Market
6 minutes' walk
Vibrant market featuring local street food, crafts, and souvenirs, great for a lively evening experience.
Karon View Point
8 minutes' walk
Breathtaking panoramic views of the Andaman Sea, an ideal spot for photography and relaxation.
Wat Suwan Khiri Khet
7 minutes' walk
Cultural gem featuring beautiful architecture and serene surroundings, perfect for contemplation.
Scuba Diving at Phuket Scuba Club
5 minutes' drive
Adventure-packed diving trips available with guided tours for divers of all levels, in an underwater paradise.
Yoga at Karon Village
15 minutes' walk
Relaxing yoga sessions offered in tranquil settings, perfect for unwinding and finding inner peace.
Mr Thong
3 minutes' walk
Casual eatery serving delicious Thai dishes, famous for its fresh seafood and cozy atmosphere.
Food Market Restaurant Karon
6 minutes' walk
Local dining spot known for vibrant flavors and variety of options, accommodates dietary preferences.
Pasha Kebab
3 minutes' walk
Authentic Mediterranean flavors featuring grilled meats and vegetarian options, perfect for a quick bite.
Phuket Simon Cabaret
5 minutes' drive
Famous cabaret featuring spectacular performances and dazzling costumes, suitable for adult audiences.
Oasis Bar
3 minutes' walk
Lively bar with engaging atmosphere, often showcasing live music and events for all ages.
Local transport options
City Centre
Karon 2 min · 400 ft
Airports
Phuket (HKT) 63 min · 25.9 mi
Krabi International (KBV) 284 min · 117.3 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-22:00
Check-out
from 11:00-12:00
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Korean, Thai
Number of rooms:
23
Guest Ratings and Reviews
Read what past guests have shared about staying at Kpop Hostel.
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Comfort
8.8/10
Facilities
8.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Location
9.4/10
Paid Wi-Fi
9.5/10
Staff
9.5/10
Value for money
9.0/10
Pros
Proximity to beach
Friendly owner
Clean rooms
Free coffee
Digital door locks
Cons
Bathroom maintenance issues
Poor towel quality
Guest reviews
based on 491 reviews
8.9/10
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