Kamala Beach

Top Spot For A Family Beach Vacation In Phuket

Kamala Beach is fast becoming one of Phuket's best family vacation hotspots with many of the new Kamala Hotels and Resorts offering great family facilities.

Kamala Bay is one of the most beautiful and least visited beaches on the island of Phuket.

The location of the bay is perfect, only 6km north of the busy and action packed Patong Beach and south of Laem Singh Beach on the West Coast of Phuket, Thailand.

Kamala Beach is relatively secluded and the 2km beach provides a great spot if you are looking to get away from it all.

Kamala was originally a small fishing village, with the local population being mainly Muslim. Over the years Kamala has also become a popular destination for retirees and long term visitors that stay in the small hotels, villas and apartment rentals around the area.

The fishing village atmosphere remains, and its not unusual to see local fishermen casting their nets.

The northern end of the bay is heaven, here you will find an unspoiled white sandy beach with a very laid back and relaxed atmosphere. Peaceful all year round.......

The middle part of the Bay is pretty much dominated by the local village including resorts, small bars and seafood restaurants.

While the southern end of the beach can get fairly busy during the high season, it has a totally different feel then Patong or Karon and is generally much more relaxed.

"It is a haven for those who prefer the quieter life"

Kamala Beach Activities

From November to April the water around Kamala Beach is calm and clear and you won't find any waves.

The best places to go swimming at Kamala is between the northern end and the middle of the beach.

Towards the rocks at the northern end of the beach is the best spot for snorkeling, you can rent the snorkeling equipment from vendors on the beach.

Sunbeds can be hired for around 100 baht, most of them are located in the middle of the beach and towards the southern end.

There's not many activities on the beach, except for jet skis or para sailing that you will find during the high season.

Or maybe you would prefer to rent a longtail boat to explore some of the nearby beaches such as Laem Singh or Surin or just relax and enjoy a massage.

For those who enjoy surfing from May to October the far northern end of Kamala Beach has a reef break, which attracts many surfers.

There are several PADI dive shops offering all levels of qualification from beginners to advanced for experienced divers.

Kamala Hotels And Beach Resorts

There are some great guesthouses and bungalows around Kamala Beach. "Rim Haad" otherwise known as the Beach Road at the southern end of the beach, has a number of small cheap Phuket hotels for the budget traveler.

Kamala Beach Hotel and Resort Phuket is located directly on the beach, a perfect place for families. With two adult pools, a swim up bar, and a pool just for the kids.

Sunwing Resort Phuket This all inclusive resort with all the fun, adventure, and luxury that families want most,for their family vacation in Phuket.

The Mareeya Place is one of many Phuket boutique hotels located only two minutes away from the beach, ideally situated to all of the shops, restaurants and bars of Kamala Beach. All rooms have sea view and mountain views and WiFi access in all rooms.

The Courtyard Phuket at Kamala is an ideal destination for families, with breathtaking views and great amenities. Mum and Dad can relax at the pool while the kids are entertained by the professional recreation team of Kids World.

The Aquamarine Hotel Phuket Resort and Villas has a mix of luxury Thai Style rooms and Ocean Thai Villas, every room and villa has stunning views across Kamala Beach. The resort is situated high in the hills about 10 minutes from the beach, however the resort provides shuttle services to Patong & Kamala.

Ayara Kamala Resort Phuket is perfect for that romantic getaway, this resort is built on the hillside with breathtaking views, at the southern end of Kamala Bay. The hardest decision you will have to make is to choose between a private pool villa or a deluxe room with Jacuzzi.

Phuket Villa in Kamala Beach

Kamala Beach Estate is the perfect location for people in search of relaxation, privacy and security. The villas and apartments all offer panoramic views across Kamala Bay to the mountains that surround the village of Kamala.

The villas and apartments are fully serviced and set amongst tropical gardens and swimming pools.

This is the perfect holiday destination for short or long-term visitors allowing you to be self sufficient within the spacious surroundings of the Estate.

The restaurants located within the Estate offer Thai and International cuisine, you can eat at the terrace overlooking Kamala Bay, or you can have them delivered to your own private villa. With friendly staff that can help you arrange babysitting services.

There are various choices of accommodation to choose,from, including one bedroom suites to a three bedroom Andaman villa. The Estate is located on a private headland overlooking Kamala Bay.

Restaurants At Kamala Beach

The southern end of the beach has many beachfront restaurants and bars that serve seafood, Thai and International dishes.

If you're on a budget there are hawker stalls that set up throughout the area, with good food at cheap prices.

One of the best restaurants that we found was the Rockfish Restaurant, set on the beach with stunning ocean and mountain views. The Rockfish Restaurant is located next to the Kamala Beach Estate.

Just down the road at Cape Sienna Hotel and Villas, is Plum Fine Dining and the Vanilla Sky Bar and lounge both with great food, a fantastic atmosphere and one of the best ocean views in Phuket.

Throughout the day at the northern end of the beach you will see hawker stalls that sell all kinds of Thai food, like chicken satay , Phad Thai or Thai curries. On the beachfront across the road from the Kamala school there is casual beachside eateries.

Kamala Beach Nightlife

Kamala nightlife is quiet, with a few reggae bars and restaurants a great place to enjoy dinner on the beach or just to chill out and have a few drinks.

Along the beach road is one of our favourite places it is called Bob's Bar, the owner is a very friendly man who can tell you lots of information about Phuket or any other destination in Thailand. The bar is located next to Papa Crabs Guesthouse, a great place to listen to reggae music and is open from 2.00 pm to 2.00 am.

Another bar we found that was close to the beach and had a friendly atmosphere is the Long Ma Do Bar. There are also a few bars and restaurants along Kamala Beach Road, the Paradise Bar that is near the 7-Eleven is good as it had a pool table, which kept the kids happy.

For cheaps drinks you must visit the Kamala Beer Garden between 4.00 pm and 8.00 pm and listen to the live music in the open air bar.

If you are after more adventurous and fun nightlife in Phuket, I would head to Patong and Bangla Road.

Entertainment and Attractions at Kamala Beach

Kamala is home to one of Phuket's biggest "Tourist Attractions", the extremely popular Phuket Fantasea, an attraction that shouldn't be missed when holidaying in Phuket. Fantasea is the ultimate cultural theme park, showcasing the charm and beauty of Thailand, that also enriches ancient Thai traditions.

The Kamala Temple, known as Wat Baan Kamala is located at the southern end of the beach. The temple and its grounds have been restored since the Boxing Day tsunami and the locals and resident monks welcome visitors. A visit to this Wat can be an enlightening and cultural experience.

Kamala was the worst area in Phuket hit by the tsunami on December 26, 2004. A tsunami monument has been built in the park towards the middle of the beach.

Shopping In Kamala Beach

Shop like the locals do at the village markets, try some of the local food and experience the Thai way of life.

As this is where the locals shop, most prices are fixed and you pay what the locals pay. A pair of sunglasses cost 100 baht and a T shirt was 150 baht.

The village market is located on the Main Road opposite the Kamala Bakery every Wednesday and Saturday from 3.00pm to 7.30pm.

The Kamala Friday market is popular and runs all year. A similar set up to the village market but on a bigger scale. Here you can buy fresh fruit and vegetables and other local produce as well as DVD's, CD's, handicrafts, sunglasses and clothing. You will find these markets located opposite Phuket Fantasea every Friday from around 2.00pm to 7.30.

More shops can be found at Kamala Beach Plaza, located on the beach road. The shops here mainly sell souvenirs, sarongs, clothes glasses, bags and swimwear.

Throughout the high season beach vendors set up around the beachfront selling souvenirs and beachwear. Along the southern part of the beach we found a 7-Eleven, massage shops, diving shops and bars.

How To Get There

Drive along the coast road from Patong this will take you up a big hill from here you can see a panoramic view of Kamala, when you reach the bottom of the hill turn to the left.

Location map of Kamala Beach, Phuket, Thailand.

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