Keemala at a glance

The most detailed breakdown by type dates from the 2015 opening (16 clay cottages, 7 tented villas, 7 tree houses, 8 bird's nests) and may have changed.

Who it suits, who it does not

  • Suits: couples, honeymooners, travellers who want originality and forest rather than a beachfront hotel.
  • Does not suit: tight budgets, travellers with reduced mobility (the hotel is built on a slope: ask for an accessible villa), anyone who wants to walk to the beach or restaurants. For somewhere closer to the sand, see Phuket's 5-star hotels.

Around the hotel

Kamala beach and the Kamala area are downhill. For an activity, a Coral Island snorkelling and sunset catamaran cruise is best booked ahead; the sea depends on the season, see Phuket weather and disruptions. To compare with other romantic options, see adults-only resorts and private pool villas.

Booking

Check the official photos, cancellation terms and the price for your dates on Booking.com Keemala. No review score is quoted here, as none was read recently.

FAQ

How many villas does Keemala have? 38 villas, all with a private pool, according to several sources.

Where is Keemala? In the hills above Kamala beach, on Phuket's west coast.

Is it suitable for children? Most guides describe it as a couples' place; ask the hotel about its child policy.

Do I need a car? The site is on a hill: plan a taxi or shuttle for the beach and restaurants.

La rédaction Phuket Authority, October 2026.