Kamala Beach
Kamala Beach
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4.0
2,633 reviews
Excellent
1,152
Very good
902
Average
372
Poor
123
Terrible
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Odyssey444862
4 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
The friendliness of the staff. Heartwarming welcome by Mr Olof who made us feel special. Spacious rooms
Written 12 May 2023
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Julia S
Zelenograd, Russia60 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
We find this beach our second favourite after Nai Harn beach. Here is not crowded, blue water, big pine trees right at the beach, beach itself is long so everyone can find a quiet place. There are also several nice restaurants nearby, we ate several time at Sunprime hotel restaurant.
Written 7 May 2023
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NeilM1962
Coffs Harbour, Australia53 contributions
Mar 2023
If you like dirty beaches, that are packed with rude arrogant Russian tourists who think nothing of literally sitting right next you on the beach (I mean 30cms away) then this is the place for you. The beach itself is quite nice except there must be a million ciggy butts on the beach from lazy tourists and locals alike which we observed.
Go elsewhere, Bang Tao or Suring are much nicer, cleaner and less crowded.
Go elsewhere, Bang Tao or Suring are much nicer, cleaner and less crowded.
Written 8 April 2023
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Ricky K
5 contributions
Mar 2023
This is a very nice place, and the people are extremely friendly and welcoming. I really enjoyed being there, and was only sorry, that i had to go back home again. :o)
Written 29 March 2023
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david and theodora
Noosa, Australia187 contributions
Feb 2023
the best of the phuket beaches- demographic mature and sensible
beach and water clean and enough to do - beachfront restaurants great
not noisy
beach and water clean and enough to do - beachfront restaurants great
not noisy
Written 17 March 2023
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ablemad
1 contribution
Feb 2023
Lovely place with great atmosphere. However all that was ruined when I went for a walk along the beach and saw the outflow of black sewage water running into the ocean. That certainly canelled all plans of going for a morning swim. Very sad to see and to me it completely ruins the place which otherwise has a lot going for it.
Written 26 February 2023
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Stan V
Bratislava, Slovakia63 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
The worst beach I seen in Thailand. I do not recommend to stay there. Overcrowded,dirty,not enough umbrelas. We booked 6nights in here but left after first night and rather omit hundreds bug than stayimg here.
Written 18 February 2023
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thescotts4
Victoria, Australia140 contributions
Feb 2023
This beach is beautiful, golden sand & blue water. So so clean.
We only had to walk a few meters and we felt we were on a private beach.
We only had to walk a few meters and we felt we were on a private beach.
Written 11 February 2023
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gmj_ni
Perth, Western Australia, Australia120 contributions
Jan 2023
A wonderful experience in the canoes going through the caves is a highlight really. Loves the picturesque place.
Written 3 February 2023
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Nittfan
Pennsylvania857 contributions
Jan 2023
I enjoyed my 2 night stay right on the beach. The location was great, with many dining options right along a paved path fronting the beach. Service from street vendors was unfailingly friendly. The beach here is kept clean. If you are thinking of staying here, I would recommend staying on the middle or Northern end of the beach (from the middle near Freedom bar/restaurant to the Northern end where the Novotel hotel is) because, IMO, the quality of the beach itself is nicer in this region. Many rocks, etc. are exposed at the Southern end of the beach during low tide. The water quality at Kamala Beach is clear, minmal shells that you might step on, and the waves are gentle. My experience was that this was a great place to stay or even to come for a day visit.
Written 29 January 2023
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Magi K
1 contribution
Hello I’m looking to get ferry tickets from Phuket to phi phi island one way. Do you provide a hotel pick up? My husband and I are staying at the Hyatt Regency Phuket. If yes how do we get contacted to confirm time of pick up? Thanks!
Daniël D
17 contributions
You have to go to one off the many tourist shops in the street. You can buy there tickets. it's not possible to get tickets in the habor or any nother place. Ticket includes transport from hotel to the harbor. Have a nice trip.
а с
Novorossiysk, Russia109 contributions
Здравствуйте. Подскажите, где лучше брать экскурсии, чтобы посетить все пляжи, в отеле или где то в центре?
Сергей П
63 contributions
Добрый день!
Экскурсий по пляжам не бывает, почти до всех можно добраться общественным транспортом, или если будете брать в аренду авто. Экскурсии в основном по островам. На мое мнение, после перебора нескольких агентств, мы заказываем в «Острове сокровищ» - там наиболее адекватные цены и ответственный персонал.
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Terence, UK
Liverpool, UK113 contributions
It was Free in August 2019
Sara Ö
Molndal, Sweden11 contributions
I’m going with my family to Kamala beach on dec 13. First time in Thailand. We have been looking forward to lazy sunny days on the beach but the weather forecast says rain:( What do you do in Kamala on a rainy day? The kids are 3 and 7. Any advice?
Elena
Irkutsk, Russia2 contributions
Подскажите, а речка вонючка именно на пляже Камала? Не Ката?
olga elizova
Kharkiv, Ukraine45 contributions
Ответ для EPishchalnikova Вы наверно спутали пляж Камала с пляжем Карон! На Камале есть эта речка.
Marsha W
Fort Myers, FL10 contributions
We will be at Kamala Beach for 2 weeks at the end of November. My husband is wanting to rent a car. Is it safe and easy enough to navigate around the area? Are there others forms of transportation that would be easier?
Abdulla Al Shehab
Zayed Town, Bahrain43 contributions
Hi Marsha,
I believe it is easy enough to navigate, scooter will be easier Specially if you’ll go downtown to patong beach for parking.
Scott Hughes
Glasgow, UK135 contributions
Hi, I'm thinking going to Kamala in November this year and was wondering if there are enough bars at night to keep a couple occupied for 11 nights?
Don't need banging nightlife just some nice restauarants and bars playing live music.
Phoebe Teh Heard
Wrexham, UK658 contributions
In kamala, there are only a few bar with walking distant, which are all good, including western food or local Thai food. Kamala Beach itself has night market festival (temporary set up to sell food and souvenirs, not sure if they do it every day). There are also 7-11 or Family Mart within walking distant (if you prefer sandwiches). It is best to have your rented scooter to drive around to other towns if you prefer, or ask for Tuk Tuk (cheap and convenience local taxi). If you drive the rented scooter, restaurants are all easy access, mostly along the shoreline, just need to ask around, Thai people are very friendly.
Erika B
Neunkirchen1 contribution
Habe jetzt viele unterschiedliche Bewertungen vom Kamela Strand gelesen die einen schreiben wunderschöner Strand ...die anderen zugemüllt und Abwasserkanal
Luklin1618
Ruti, Switzerland275 contributions
Ich war im Februar im Kamala Beach der Strand war sehr sauber und ich werde wieder dort hin Reisen ich hoffe sie können mit dieser Antwort etwas anfangen liebe Grüsse
Barry S
wigan71 contributions
Hi Linzi, We visited Kamala in 2014 when it had loads of bars and restaurants on the beach, we went again in 2015 and the army had cleared it all, you mention beach bars, could you tell me are they back on the beach, actually on the beach side of the path that runs along, we like a bit of life and in 2015 it was too quiet, Cheers Barry.
gethingdck
Ankara, Türkiye78 contributions
Yes there were bars on the beach at the Novotel end. They were open during the day but closed around 6pm. Further along the beach there are bars next to the beach eg the Smile bar and the Bob Marley bar together with a number of restaurants. Also plenty of bars/restaurants in the town near to the beach. That said, I assume a number will close out of season.
KAMALA BEACH - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Kamala Beach
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- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Kamala Beach:
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- Hotels near Kamala Beach:
- (0.04 km) Hotel Kamala Dreams
- (0.05 km) The Palms, 100 meters to Kamala Beach
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- (0.05 km) Kamala 40 Stunning penthouse 3 bedroom with jacuzzi and sea view
- (0.05 km) The Palms Kamala Beach
- Restaurants near Kamala Beach:
- (0.00 km) Kamala Ice Cream Rolls And Pancake
- (0.01 km) Kamala Seafood Restaurant
- (0.02 km) Sync Coffee
- (0.03 km) Rungnapha Thai Food
- (0.03 km) 936 Coffee
- Attractions near Kamala Beach:
- (0.00 km) Cut and Sew Tailor
- (0.01 km) Fashion World Tailor Kamala
- (0.01 km) Chang Massage Kamala Beach Phuket
- (0.02 km) The Eye Massage Kamala
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