Updated 15 June 2026 · by the Move to Phuket team

★ PHUKET AREA GUIDE · 2026

Living in Kamala

A serene west-coast village with a quiet beach and a hillside backdrop — relaxed, with a luxury 'Millionaire's Mile' at its north end.

฿15,000–25,000
Entry rent / month
~30 min
To the airport
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Kamala Beach
// The feel

What Kamala is like

A serene west-coast village with a quiet beach and a hillside backdrop — relaxed, with a luxury 'Millionaire's Mile' at its north end. Kamala suits families and retirees who want quiet and scenery with Patong only a short drive away.

Best for: Families, retirees and calm-seekers (with high-end options for those who want them).

// The trade-offs

Pros & cons

Why live here

  • A calm beach with a real village feel
  • Community-oriented and scenic
  • Close to Patong's amenities without the noise

The trade-offs

  • Limited nightlife
  • Hilly
  • North-end luxury stock is pricey
// Practicalities

Rent, beach & getting around

Typical rent: ฿15,000–25,000 studio · villas ฿60,000–80,000+ (12-month lease; short-term and high-season rates run higher). Beach: Kamala Beach. Airport: about ~30 min off-peak — high-season traffic can roughly double it. There is no real public transport in Phuket, so budget for a scooter or car — see getting around.

Is Kamala right for you?

Kamala suits families and retirees who want quiet and scenery with Patong only a short drive away. Compare the numbers in our cost-of-living guide and the other areas in the neighbourhoods overview.

// FAQ

Common questions

Is Kamala a good place to live in Phuket?

Kamala suits families, retirees and calm-seekers (with high-end options for those who want them). Kamala suits families and retirees who want quiet and scenery with Patong only a short drive away.

How much is rent in Kamala?

Typical long-term rent in Kamala runs ฿15,000–25,000 studio · villas ฿60,000–80,000+, on a 12-month lease. Short-term and high-season (December–February) rates are higher.

How far is Kamala from Phuket airport?

Kamala is about ~30 min from Phuket International Airport off-peak; allow extra time in high season and the late-afternoon rush.