Chabana Kamala Hotel

Chabana Kamala Hotel Overview

Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect when I first pulled up to Chabana Kamala Hotel – it’s one of those places that sort of sneaks up on you in the best way possible. You know how some hotels try way too hard to impress you right from the lobby? This four-star spot takes a different approach, and I mean that as a complete compliment.

The thing about staying in Kamala is that you’re getting this perfect sweet spot between the chaos of Patong and the sleepy vibe of some of the quieter beaches further north. Chabana sits right in this zone where you can actually hear yourself think, but you’re not completely cut off from civilization either. The staff here – and I’m talking about the front desk crew, not just the managers – actually remember your name after day two, which is rarer than you’d think at properties this size. They’ve got this relaxed professionalism that feels genuine, like they’re not reading from a script every time you walk by.

What really won me over was the attention to those little details that most places overlook. The pool area doesn’t blast music until 2 AM (thank god), and there’s actually decent water pressure in the showers – I know, I know, but anyone who’s traveled through Thailand knows why that matters. The rooms have this clean, modern vibe without feeling sterile, and honestly, the air conditioning works like a dream, which becomes your best friend during those humid afternoons. The breakfast spread is solid too – not Instagram-perfect, but the kind of variety where you’ll find something you actually want to eat rather than just settling for whatever’s there. You’ve got your Western basics covered, plus some local options that don’t feel like tourist versions of Thai food.

Location-wise, you’re about a ten-minute walk down to Kamala Beach, which means you can skip the whole beach chair rental hustle if you want to just grab a spot on the sand. The walk isn’t bad at all – mostly downhill on the way there, though your legs will remind you it exists on the way back up. There are a handful of decent restaurants within walking distance, including this little family-run place that does incredible green curry (the locals eat there, which is always a good sign). If you’re planning to explore other beaches or hit up the night markets, tuk-tuks are easy to flag down, and the hotel can arrange transport without the usual markup drama.

Look, this isn’t the fanciest place you’ll ever stay – it’s got a 7.1 rating for a reason, not because it’s perfect, but because it delivers on what it promises without any pretense. Sometimes that’s exactly what you need, especially if you’re planning to spend most of your time exploring rather than lounging around the hotel. It’s comfortable, reliable, and the kind of place where you can decompress after a long day of temples and street food without feeling like you’re roughing it.

Chabana Kamala Hotel Accommodations

Reviews of Chabana Kamala Hotel

• John from United Kingdom (8/10)

  very nice and clean hotel,highly recommended,staff are very friendly and helpful,after I moved on to a different part of Thailand I realised I had left a pair of my favourite shorts behind at the hotel,contacted the and they very kindly posted them to me,excellent service

• Kevin from United Arab Emirates (7/10)

  the location is good and the room size was decent

• Shaunak123 from Ireland (8/10)

  Everything

• Liam from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Friendly, clean and comfortable

• White from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Nice room, clean and serviced every day. Nice pool. Fair location, not too far from the beach, definitely walkable.

• Mohamed from France (8/10)

  Great staff, great location

• Eemeli from Finland (8/10)

  – Nice staff
  – Clean rooms that were cleaned daily
  – Our diet was taken into account at breakfast – this was great
  – Hotel was of great value for money

• Maisy from United Arab Emirates (6/10)

  Spacious rooms, comfy mattresses.

• Peter from Australia (8/10)

  Price, location

• Robert from Australia (8/10)

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