Kamala hotel review
Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach: Honest Review with Pricing, Pros & Cons
A 4-star Accor-managed beachfront resort right on Kamala's quiet northern strip, $95–220/night, two pools, kid's club, decent buffet — the safe family pick when you don't want to overthink Kamala.
At a glance
Tier
Upper-mid
Stars
4★
Rooms
198
Price
$95–$220
Beach
Across the road (60 m / 1 min walk)
Built
2010
Renovated
2022
Location
Kamala
✅ Pros
- ✓Direct beach access across a quiet residential lane
- ✓Two pools (kids' pool + main lap pool)
- ✓Reliable Accor service standard, multilingual front desk
- ✓20 min from Patong but feels worlds away
- ✓Family rooms sleep 4, free for under-12s on existing bedding
⚠️ Cons
- !Buffet variety thins out by week 2 — eat out 2–3 nights
- !Older wing rooms feel dated despite 2022 refresh
- !Limited nightlife within walking distance (good or bad depending on you)
- !Resort fee + Wi-Fi sometimes added on arrival — confirm at check-in
Our verdict
A 4-star Accor-managed beachfront resort right on Kamala's quiet northern strip, $95–220/night, two pools, kid's club, decent buffet — the safe family pick when you don't want to overthink Kamala.
See live rates →Frequently asked questions
How much does Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach cost?
Standard rooms run $95–220/night across the year. Peak (Christmas/NY): 60–80% above the high end. Low season (May–Oct): often 25–35% below the low end. Suites and pool villas: typically 1.5–2× the standard room rate.
Is Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach on Kamala Beach itself?
Across the road (60 m / 1 min walk). The Kamala beach is the gently-sloping 2 km strip on Phuket's west coast, 15 min north of Patong, lifeguard-staffed in high season.
When was Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach last renovated?
Originally built in 2010, the most recent significant renovation was completed in 2022. Older wing rooms may not feel as fresh as the renovated stock — request a renovated room at booking if it matters to you.
How many rooms does Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach have?
198 rooms across the property. Resort scale at this size means efficient kids' clubs and pools, but also peak-week queues at restaurants — book breakfast slot or eat in the village.
Is breakfast included at Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach?
Some rate plans include breakfast as standard, others charge $15–25/person/night. Confirm in the booking flow on Trip.com — the same room can show up at multiple meal-plan tiers.
What's the best alternative if Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach is full?
Within Kamala: Sunwing Kamala Beach, Sunprime Kamala Beach. Outside Kamala: similar-tier options in Bang Tao (Hilton Garden Inn) or Kata Beach (Beyond Kata, Centara Kata Resort). Use our Kamala hotels hub to compare.
How do I get from Phuket Airport to Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach?
25 km / 30–40 min by taxi ($20–28) or pre-booked transfer ($18–22). Many resorts include free transfer for stays of 3+ nights — ask at booking. Cheapest: airport bus to Phuket Town, then taxi (~$10 total, but 2 hours).