Where to Stay in Kamala with a Small Budget?
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Kamala Beach offers quite a few budget hotels with excellent value for money. While only a few are directly on the beach, many affordable options are just a short walk inland. These budget hotels offer clean, comfortable accommodations with essential amenities like Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Guests can enjoy a peaceful stay within easy reach of Kamala’s beautiful beach, local markets, and affordable restaurants, some of which are on the beach itself, too. These hotels provide an ideal base for exploring the area and even the whole Phuket island without breaking the bank.
| Update: Songkran Festival is on April 13 to 15 this year. If you are planning to visit Phuket in April, book early. Hotels in Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala, and Bangtao fill up fast during this period, some hotels are already fully booked. |
Kamala Beachfront Apartment
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Kamala Beach, direct beachfront, southern end |
| The Beach | Steps from Kamala Beach. Saltwater pool overlooks the sea. No road to cross. |
| The Hotel | 3-star, 18 apartments. Studios, 1-bed and 2-bed units. Full kitchen, terrace with sea views. |
| The Facilities | Saltwater pool with hot tub, Thai restaurant, pool bar, laundry, massage, car hire. |
| What’s Around? | Beachfront restaurants directly adjacent. Tsunami Memorial Park 350m. Local shops nearby. |
| Who is it for? | Couples, families, self-caterers wanting beachfront value. Not for guests expecting hotel service. |
| Worth Noticing | 5-minute walk from Phuket FantaSea. One of very few budget beachfront options in Kamala. |
| Price | Budget |
Address: 107/1 Soi Kamala Police Station, Kathu District, Phuket 83150
Phone: 076 385 412
Range: 3-star
Swimming Pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 0
Distance to the closest beach: Beachfront
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Thai Kamala Beach Front
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Kamala Beach, direct beachfront, central Kamala |
| The Beach | Directly on Kamala Beach. Sun loungers and umbrellas steps from rooms. No pool on site. |
| The Hotel | 3-star, 17 rooms. Balconies with sea views, minibar, flat-screen TV, premium bedding, safe. |
| The Facilities | Mamamia Restaurant and bar, spa, sauna, pool table, water sports, snorkelling, canoeing. |
| What’s Around? | Beachfront restaurants and bars directly alongside. Tsunami Memorial Park 300m. 7-Eleven nearby. |
| Who is it for? | Couples, solo travellers wanting beachfront at budget price. Not for families wanting a pool. |
| Worth Noticing | 17 rooms makes this one of Kamala’s most intimate beachfront stays. Entry via Mamamia Restaurant. |
| Price | Budget |
Address: 93 Moo 3, Kamala, Kathu District, Phuket 83120
Phone: 076 385 667
Range: 3-star
Swimming Pools: 0
Restaurants and bars: 2 restaurants and 1 bar
Distance to the closest beach: Beachfront
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Clear House Resort
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Kamala Beach, inland, 550m from the beach |
| The Beach | Kamala Beach 550m, 10-minute walk. Not beachfront but walkable via quiet residential streets. |
| The Hotel | 3-star, 30 rooms. Pool-view balconies, flat-screen TV, minibar, fridge, safe, free Wi-Fi. |
| The Facilities | Outdoor pool, children’s pool, 24-hour front desk, laundry, tour desk, airport shuttle for fee. |
| What’s Around? | 7-Eleven 2-minute walk. Phuket FantaSea 5-minute walk. Local restaurants within walking distance. |
| Who is it for? | Families, couples wanting pool and quiet location. Not for guests requiring beachfront access. |
| Worth Noticing | SHA Extra Plus certified. Quiet neighbourhood setting away from the main beachfront road. |
| Price | Budget |
Address: 97/97 T.kamala,A.kamala,Phuket 83150 Thailand
Phone: 089 201 9254
Range: 3-star
Swimming Pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 0
Distance to the closest beach: 550 m
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Ginis Beach Resort
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Kamala Beach, Kamala Soi 8, 80m from the beach |
| The Beach | Kamala Beach 80m away. 1-minute walk to the sand. Central beach location. |
| The Hotel | 3-star family-owned, 18 rooms. Rooms, apartments and family apartments with balconies, AC, minibar. |
| The Facilities | Saltwater pool with swim-up bar, Thai and seafood restaurant, garden, free parking, minimarket. |
| What’s Around? | Beachfront restaurants and bars 1 minute walk. Monday and Friday Kamala market nearby. |
| Who is it for? | Couples, families, repeat visitors. Not for guests wanting luxury facilities or large resort feel. |
| Worth Noticing | Family-run since 1999. On-site restaurant consistently rated among the best food in Kamala. |
| Price | Budget |
Address: 112/4, Kamala, Kathu District, Phuket 83150
Phone: 089 475 4082
Range: 3-star
Swimming Pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 1 restaurant
Distance to the closest beach: 80 m
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BukInn Hotel
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Kamala Beach, Moo 3, 350m from the beach |
| The Beach | Kamala Beach 350m, 8-minute walk. On main Kamala road, close to shops and restaurants. |
| The Hotel | 2-star, 10 rooms. Air-conditioned rooms with balcony, flat-screen TV, kettle. Built 2016. |
| The Facilities | Garden, terrace, free Wi-Fi, free parking, espresso coffee bar. No pool, no restaurant on site. |
| What’s Around? | Tsunami Memorial 200m. Local restaurants and 7-Eleven within 5-minute walk. Beach 8 minutes. |
| Who is it for? | Budget solo travellers, couples. Not for families or guests wanting a pool or full facilities. |
| Worth Noticing | SHA Plus certified. Family-owned with notably friendly hosts. In-house espresso bar a standout. |
| Price | Budget |
Address: 73-182 Moo 3 Kamala Beach, 83150 Kamala Beach, Thailand
Phone: 093 664 4078
Range: 2-star
Swimming Pools: 0
Restaurants and bars: 0
Distance to the closest beach: 350 m
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Phu Kamala Suite
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Kamala Beach, Moo 4, 700m from the beach |
| The Beach | Kamala Beach 700m, 10-12 minute walk. Smart Bus stop directly adjacent to property. |
| The Hotel | 2-star guesthouse, 19 rooms. Modern decor, balcony or terrace, minibar, flat-screen TV, AC. |
| The Facilities | Garden terrace, free Wi-Fi, free parking, luggage storage, tour desk. No pool on site. |
| What’s Around? | Poo Maa Restaurant 60m. Convenience stores and local cafes within 5-minute walk. |
| Who is it for? | Budget couples, small groups, longer stays. Not for guests wanting a pool or beachfront location. |
| Worth Noticing | Smart Bus stop outside makes car-free travel to Patong and airport straightforward. |
| Price | Budget |
Address: 60/2 Moo 4 Kamala, Kathu, Phuket 83150, Thailand
Phone: 076-385-375
Range: 2-star
Swimming Pools: 0
Restaurants and bars: 0
Distance to the closest beach: 700 m
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Clear House Phuket
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Kamala Beach, Moo 4, 700m from the beach |
| The Beach | Kamala Beach 700m, 12-15 minute walk. Set in a quiet residential area behind main village. |
| The Hotel | 2-star boutique guesthouse. Air-conditioned rooms with private bathroom, AC, flat-screen TV. |
| The Facilities | Free Wi-Fi, free parking, garden. No pool, no restaurant on site. Very simple amenities. |
| What’s Around? | Local restaurants and convenience stores within 5-10 minute walk. Phuket FantaSea 2km. |
| Who is it for? | Solo travellers, very budget-conscious guests. Not for guests wanting pool, restaurant or beach access. |
| Worth Noticing | Very quiet location away from tourist activity. Among the lowest-priced options in Kamala area. |
| Price | Budget |
Address: 75, 5 Na Hat Road, Kamala, Kathu District, Phuket 83150
Phone: 081 438 1681
Range: 2-star
Swimming Pools: 0
Restaurants and bars: 0
Distance to the closest beach: Beachfront
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At Kamala Hotel
| Hotel Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Kamala Beach, Na Hat Road, 70m from the beach |
| The Beach | Kamala Beach 70m, 2-minute walk. Central location with beachfront restaurants directly adjacent. |
| The Hotel | 2-star, adults-only. Modern rooms with private balcony, flat-screen TV, fridge, safe, AC. |
| The Facilities | Kamala Seafood Restaurant, Koh Kee Bar, coffee shop, tour desk, sun terrace, laundry. |
| What’s Around? | Beachfront restaurants directly adjacent. Tsunami Memorial 200m. 7-Eleven under 5-minute walk. |
| Who is it for? | Couples, adults. No children allowed. Not for families or guests wanting a pool. |
| Worth Noticing | SHA Plus certified. One of the highest-rated budget hotels in Kamala. Adults-only policy strictly enforced. |
| Price | Budget |
Address: 104 8 Na Hat Road, Kamala, Kathu District, Phuket 83120
Phone: 063 898 8795
Range: 2-star
Swimming Pools: 0
Restaurants and bars: 1 restaurant and bar
Distance to the closest beach: 70 m
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