Grand Mercure · PremiumG
Grand Mercure Phuket Patong Resort & Villas
Phuket · Patong
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Novotel · Premium
Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach
Kamala Beach
78
Guest sentiment
A 144-room beachfront hotel directly on Kamala Bay's white sands, with 8 suites and 14 villas, a 15-minute drive from Patong Beach.
Last updated August 8, 2026
Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach sits directly next to the white sands of Kamala Bay, a quieter beach roughly 3 minutes from Kamala Village and 15 minutes by car from the busier Patong Beach. The 144 rooms are complemented by 8 suites and 14 villas, spanning ocean-view rooms through to full pool villas. Guests consistently praise the beachfront location, sea views, and friendly staff, though reviews note some rooms and public areas could benefit from renovation, and a subset of guests find spa and extra services pricier than expected.
How guests rate it
- Location88
- Service82
- Rooms74
- Food & breakfast78
- Value76
| Address | Kamala Beach, Kathu District, Phuket 83150, Thailand |
|---|---|
| Brand Sub Brand | Novotel |
| Neighborhood | Kamala Beach |
What ALL – Accor Live Limitless status gets you here
- Complimentary breakfast or lounge access for ALL Diamond members at participating hotels, per ALL - Accor Live Limitless program terms
- Room upgrades for Platinum and Diamond members, subject to availability
- Late check-out until 4pm for Diamond members, subject to availability
Pros
- Directly on Kamala Bay's white sands, a quieter beach than Patong
- 144 rooms, 8 suites, and 14 villas spanning multiple accommodation styles
- 3 minutes from Kamala Village, 15 minutes by car from Patong Beach
- Sea views and beach access draw consistent guest praise
- Friendly, attentive staff service
Cons
- Some rooms and public areas show wear and could benefit from renovation
- Spa and extra services run pricier than some guests expect
The research view
What the research keeps finding
Themes that came up again and again across independent reviews — not a single opinion, but the patterns that repeat.
Consistently praised
- The beachfront Kamala Bay location and sea views draw consistently strong praise
- Staff friendliness is repeatedly highlighted across reviews
- The quieter Kamala setting is called a genuine draw versus busier Patong
Worth knowing before you book
- A subset of reviews note the property would benefit from a refresh in places
- Spa and add-on services can carry a premium relative to room rates
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Frequently asked questions
Is Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach directly on the beach?
Yes -- it sits directly next to the white sands of Kamala Bay, a quieter alternative to Patong Beach, which is about a 15-minute drive away.
Does Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach have villas?
Yes -- alongside 144 standard rooms, the property includes 8 suites and 14 villas, giving guests a range of accommodation styles from ocean-view rooms to full villas.
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