Kamala Beach
Kamala Beach is a beach on Phuket's west coast fronting a fishing village and residential town north of Patong.
Kamala Beach operates in the Quiet residential beach segment.
Kamala Beach: Disambiguation
Kamala Beach is not Kamala Town, the inland residential area behind the beach. Kamala Beach is not Patong Beach, the busier resort strip to the south. Kamala Beach is not Surin Beach, the upscale beach further north.
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Kamala Beach: Core Facts
- Location
- West coast of Phuket Island, north of Patong (source)
- Beach length
- About 2 km (source)
- Beach width
- 20-30 m (source)
- Distance from Patong
- About 9.5 km north (source)
- Local community
- A Thai Muslim fishing community with several mosques (source)
- Southern section use
- Used as a harbor for fishing boats, with less clear water (source)
- Notable beach club
- Cafe Del Mar Beach Club operates on the beach (source)
- Seasonal water conditions
- Clear and calm November to April, large swells May to October (source)
- Google Maps rating
- 4.4 / 5 (3,928 reviews) (source)
- Verified
- 2026-09-28
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Kamala Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kamala Beach best for?
Kamala Beach suits retirees, long-stay visitors and families wanting a quieter pace than Patong.
How long is Kamala Beach?
Kamala Beach runs about 2 km along Phuket's west coast.
Is Kamala Beach good for swimming year-round?
Kamala Beach is calm from November to April but sees large swells from May to October.
What is the local community like at Kamala Beach?
Kamala Beach fronts a Thai Muslim fishing village with several mosques inland from the sand.
How far is Kamala Beach from Patong?
Kamala Beach sits about 9.5 km north of Patong.
Kamala Beach: Related entities
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Kamala Beach: Further reading
- https://www.hotels.com/go/thailand/kamala-beach
- https://phuket-tropic-tours.com/blog/kamala-beach
- https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJp7FFZjs6UDAR2F4cpzJ894o
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