Kamala hotel review
Sunwing Kamala Beach: Honest Review with Pricing, Pros & Cons
Scandinavian charter-favourite all-inclusive on the south end of Kamala, $130–260/night, six pools, kids' club + Lopburi-themed activity programme, mostly Swedish/Norwegian guests — the easy family pick.
At a glance
Tier
Family all-inclusive
Stars
4★
Rooms
296
Price
$130–$260
Beach
On the beach (0 m, beachfront)
Built
2014
Renovated
2021
Location
Kamala
✅ Pros
- ✓True beachfront — open the pool gate and you're on Kamala sand
- ✓Six pools across the resort means kids never wait
- ✓Half-board and all-inclusive packages priced 20–30% under Phuket average
- ✓Daily kids' programme in 4 languages (Sv/No/Da/En)
- ✓Rooms sleep up to 5 — biggest family rooms in Kamala
⚠️ Cons
- !All-inclusive food is solid but international — limited authentic Thai
- !Heavy charter occupancy means peak-week kids' club is full
- !Walking distance to Kamala village is 15 min — taxi for evenings
- !Wi-Fi in older blocks is slow; pay-upgrade not always worth it
Our verdict
Scandinavian charter-favourite all-inclusive on the south end of Kamala, $130–260/night, six pools, kids' club + Lopburi-themed activity programme, mostly Swedish/Norwegian guests — the easy family pick.
See live rates →Frequently asked questions
How much does Sunwing Kamala Beach cost?
Standard rooms run $130–260/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 Sunwing Kamala Beach on Kamala Beach itself?
On the beach (0 m, beachfront). 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 Sunwing Kamala Beach last renovated?
Originally built in 2014, the most recent significant renovation was completed in 2021. 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 Sunwing Kamala Beach have?
296 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 Sunwing 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 Sunwing Kamala Beach is full?
Within Kamala: Novotel Phuket 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 Sunwing 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).