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Kamala: the Millionaire's Mile And More in Phuket

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Authors: Polina Fedotova, Anton Makhrov
Villas on the Millionaire's Mile in Kamala
Villas on the Millionaire's Mile in Kamala ot.sun / Shutterstock

Kamala has long been a popular destination for wealthy foreigners seeking a peaceful lifestyle, and it continues to maintain its reputation as a tranquil corner of Phuket. It is located in the Kathu district, but it has a similar vibe to Bang Tao, albeit in a more condensed form. Kamala is surrounded by lush mountains to the north, east, and south, while the western part features a charming bay with a beautiful sandy beach.

For those who enjoy a blend of moderately active and relaxing tourism, Kamala is an ideal destination. Firstly, it is more affordable than other popular areas of the island, such as Bang Tao, and has a lower influx of tourists. Secondly, the clean beach with numerous beach clubs offers the opportunity to relax in the sun during the day and enjoy lively establishments at night.

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Real estate in Kamala 38 listings on Tranio
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Completion in: 2028.III 363 units in total

New project with swimming pools and green areas, 400 meters from Kamala Beach, Phuket, Thailand for From $140,000 From $140,000
New project with swimming pools and green areas, 400 meters from Kamala Beach, Phuket, Thailand

Completion in: 2028.I 564 units in total

Furnished buy-to-let apartments in a residential complex on the beachfront in Kamala, Phuket, Thailand for From $143,000 From $143,000
Furnished buy-to-let apartments in a residential complex on the beachfront in Kamala, Phuket, Thailand

Built in 2024 Total of 432 apartments

Residential complex with four swimming pools, rooftop terrace, gym, 100 metres from Kamala Beach, Phuket, Thailand for From $173,000 From $173,000
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Built in 2023 Total of 200 apartments

1 Bedroom Apartment 39m² Kamala Beach, Kamala, Phuket, Thailand — #2430643 for $187,000 $187,000
1 Bedroom Apartment 39m² Kamala Beach, Kamala, Phuket, Thailand — #2430643

Total area 39 m² 1 bedroom

New residence with swimming pools and restaurants close to beaches, Kamala, Phuket, Thailand for From $185,000 From $185,000
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Completion in: 2027.IV 222 units in total

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Total area 47 m² 1 bedroom

Complex of villas with swimming pools in the picturesque area of Kamala, Phuket, Thailand for From $1,059,000 From $1,059,000
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The hills of southern Kamala and Cape Amarin have been home to expensive private villas and prestigious hotels for a long time. This area is also known as Phuket’s Millionaire’s Mile, where privacy, seclusion, and luxury are highly valued.

The northern tip of the area is currently undergoing active development. A large integrated complex, which already includes the InterContinental hotel and the Café del Mar beach club, is being built here. The Café del Mar beach club is considered the main stylish nightlife centre on the island. The development plan for the northern part of Kamala includes villas and low-rise apartments on the hillside and beach infrastructure on the coast.

Kamala is a location that combines expensive residences on the hills, hotels with restaurants on the coast, and a Thai village in between in a harmonious way.

On August 26th, 2025, the government approved a construction project for a new Kathu-Patong expressway in Phuket worth approximately 11 billion Baht. Work on the project is expected to begin in 2026 and completion is scheduled for the end of the decade. This project is a significant development for Kamala, as it will shorten travel time to Patong and the island's central area, relieve congestion on the narrow mountain roads, and improve traffic safety. The improved transport accessibility of Kamala will make it even more appealing to tourists and potential investors, which could lead to an increase in property prices in the area.

Who is Kamala For?

Kamala is a desirable location for those seeking a comfortable lifestyle with above-average amenities and luxurious holiday experiences. However, affordable housing options are limited and highly sought-after by expats.

One drawback is that Kamala’s mountainous surroundings limit transport accessibility. On the other hand, the area offers convenient access to international schools, hospitals, sports facilities, and other lifestyle infrastructure. Residents of the Millionaire’s Mile value the seclusion and consider it a benefit rather than a drawback.

Kamala Beach in Phuket's eponymous area
Kamala Beach in Phuket's eponymous area skyfish / Shutterstock

Places of Interest in Kamala

Luxury hotels with excellent restaurants and sea views can be found on the southern cape, such as Paresa and Cape Sienna. In the north, the InterContinental hotel with the Café del Mar club is located. Additionally, there are theme parks like FantaSea and Carnival Magic, as well as the Keemala hotel.

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Property Prices in Kamala

The starting price for apartments in the new Kamala condominiums is 3,500 US dollars per sq. metre. In the integrated complex in the northern part, which is designed to be similar to Laguna, the starting price is 6,000 US dollars per sq. metre.

Apartments for sale in Kamala 23 listings on Tranio
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Completion in: 2028.III 363 units in total

New project with swimming pools and green areas, 400 meters from Kamala Beach, Phuket, Thailand for From $140,000 From $140,000
New project with swimming pools and green areas, 400 meters from Kamala Beach, Phuket, Thailand

Completion in: 2028.I 564 units in total

Furnished buy-to-let apartments in a residential complex on the beachfront in Kamala, Phuket, Thailand for From $143,000 From $143,000
Furnished buy-to-let apartments in a residential complex on the beachfront in Kamala, Phuket, Thailand

Built in 2024 Total of 432 apartments

Residential complex with four swimming pools, rooftop terrace, gym, 100 metres from Kamala Beach, Phuket, Thailand for From $173,000 From $173,000
Residential complex with four swimming pools, rooftop terrace, gym, 100 metres from Kamala Beach, Phuket, Thailand

Built in 2023 Total of 200 apartments

1 Bedroom Apartment 39m² Kamala Beach, Kamala, Phuket, Thailand — #2430643 for $187,000 $187,000
1 Bedroom Apartment 39m² Kamala Beach, Kamala, Phuket, Thailand — #2430643

Total area 39 m² 1 bedroom

New residence with swimming pools and restaurants close to beaches, Kamala, Phuket, Thailand for From $185,000 From $185,000
New residence with swimming pools and restaurants close to beaches, Kamala, Phuket, Thailand

Completion in: 2027.IV 222 units in total

1 Bedroom Apartment 47m² in Kamala, Phuket, Thailand — #2430583 for $307,000 $307,000
1 Bedroom Apartment 47m² in Kamala, Phuket, Thailand — #2430583

Total area 47 m² 1 bedroom

Complex of villas with swimming pools in the picturesque area of Kamala, Phuket, Thailand for From $1,059,000 From $1,059,000
Complex of villas with swimming pools in the picturesque area of Kamala, Phuket, Thailand

8 units in total

However, Kamala’s symbol has always been the villas rather than the apartments. The starting price for two- and three-bedroom houses in the village is 500,000 US dollars. The luxurious villas with sea views, for which the area is famous, start at 1,000,000 US dollars.

Tranio’s client’s case:

During her first visit to Thailand with her husband, Irina was impressed by the country’s vibrant nature and energy. She appreciated the country’s convenience and modern features, as well as its colourful and welcoming atmosphere.

So when it came to expanding the family’s property investment portfolio to Asian countries, given the global economic and social trend of «looking east», Thailand was an obvious choice. For information on buying investment property in Kamala, Phuket, please see our article.

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Complex of villas with swimming pools in the picturesque area of Kamala, Phuket, Thailand

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6-bedroom villa 1,800 m² in Kamala for $5,750,000 $5,750,000
6-bedroom villa 1,800 m² in Kamala

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7-bedroom villa 3,248 m² in Kamala for $16,000,000 $16,000,000
7-bedroom villa 3,248 m² in Kamala

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7-bedroom villa 1,100 m² in Kamala for $7,430,000 $7,430,000
7-bedroom villa 1,100 m² in Kamala

Total area 1,100 m² Land area: 1,200 m²

5-bedroom villa 1,200 m² in Kamala for $7,400,000 $7,400,000
5-bedroom villa 1,200 m² in Kamala

Total area 1,200 m² Land area: 1,379 m²

1-bedroom villa 700 m² in Kamala for $1,340,000 $1,340,000
1-bedroom villa 700 m² in Kamala

Total area 700 m² Land area: 2,000 m²

4-bedroom villa 995 m² in Kamala for $4,010,000 $4,010,000
4-bedroom villa 995 m² in Kamala

Total area 995 m² Land area: 1,397 m²

6-bedroom villa 1,800 m² in Kamala for $5,000,000 $5,000,000
6-bedroom villa 1,800 m² in Kamala

Total area 1,800 m² Land area: 2,200 m²

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