Toyota Yaris Ativ
Sedan Automatic 5 seats 2022 Petrol 1.2L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿1,180 per day
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Car Rental · Kamala
Car Rental in Kamala, Phuket
Car rental in Kamala costs from ฿1,180 a day: the car is delivered to your hotel or villa for ฿500, you pay on pickup, and with full insurance from 7 days no deposit is needed. Kamala is a quiet beach between Patong and Surin, next to Phuket FantaSea: Patong is 15 minutes away, Surin 10.
Delivery to hotels and villas across Kamala: ฿500.
Prices and terms updated:
Sample total from the calculator
7 days, delivery in Kamala: total ฿8,590
Middle Season, 01.11.2026 – 08.11.2026. Calculated for Honda Jazz: the length discount and season are already applied, delivery and return in Kamala (฿500) are included in the total, and the refundable deposit is paid separately on pickup.
Why rent a car in Kamala?
Kamala is calmer than buzzing Patong, yet the town is just a 10-minute drive away over a scenic mountain pass. The infrastructure is spread out along the coast, and the hillside villas of Millionaire Mile are all but impossible to reach without a vehicle. A car turns Kamala into a comfortable base for exploring the entire northwest of the island.
We deliver your car straight to your hotel or villa in Kamala and point you to the best parking near the beach and Phuket FantaSea. Every car in our fleet is an automatic, fully insured and backed by round-the-clock support. From the airport to Kamala is about 35 minutes along the highway via Bang Tao; neighbouring Patong is over the pass, 15 minutes away.
Which cars can you rent in Kamala?
Honda Jazz
Hatchback Automatic 5 seats 2024 Petrol 1.5L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿1,180 per day
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MG ZS
Crossover Automatic 5 seats 2024 Petrol 1.5L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿1,640 per day
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Mitsubishi Xpander
Minivan Automatic 7 seats 2024 Petrol 1.5L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿1,810 per day
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Ford Ranger
Pickup Automatic 4 seats 2024 Diesel 2.0L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿2,750 per day
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Toyota Fortuner Legender
SUV Automatic 7 seats 2025 Diesel 2.8L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿3,600 per day
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How much is car delivery in Kamala?
We deliver to hotels and villas along Kamala Beach and up on Millionaire Mile. Delivery is ฿500. Return the car in Kamala, at the airport, or in another area.
- Handover at Kamala Beach or up in the hills
- Round-the-clock delivery and support
- Phone holder free; child seat ฿100 a day
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Where can you drive from Kamala?
Patong is 10 minutes away, Surin and Bang Tao beaches are 10–20, and the airport is 30 minutes. Phuket FantaSea is right next door, along with the viewpoints on the pass between Kamala and Patong.
- Patong: 10 min
- Surin and Bang Tao: 10–20 min
- HKT Airport: 30 min
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Where can you park in Kamala, and what are the roads like?
Kamala runs along a single street beside the beach: there is parking by the temple, along Rim Hat Road and by the shops in the village centre. The district's real feature is its access roads: a winding climb over the Patong hill from the south, and the descent from Surin past Laem Singh viewpoint from the north. Both are steep, which is why a car with power to spare is valued more here than in the flat districts. For the pass to Patong and the climb to Laem Singh a crossover is the easier choice; where the island's roads demand attention is covered in our hill-roads guide.
- Free parking along the Kamala beach road
- Patong in 15 minutes, over a steep hill
- Laem Singh viewpoint on the way to Surin
How much does it cost to rent a car in Kamala for 7 days?
| Class | Car | Daily rate | 7-day total |
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| Sedans | Toyota Yaris Ativ | ฿1,180/day | ฿11,590 |
| Economy class | Honda Jazz | ฿1,180/day | ฿11,590 |
| Crossovers | MG ZS | ฿1,640/day | ฿15,250 |
| Minivans | Mitsubishi Xpander | ฿1,810/day | ฿16,760 |
| Pickups | Ford Ranger | ฿2,750/day | ฿24,880 |
| SUVs | Toyota Fortuner Legender | ฿3,600/day | ฿32,280 |
The 7-day total for the cheapest car in each class includes the length-of-rental discount, the current season, delivery and return in Kamala and full insurance, so no cash deposit is needed. The calculator on the car page works out the total for your dates and any other car.
When is car rental in Kamala cheaper?
The price depends on the season: the multiplier is the same one the calculator applies to your dates. Below is the daily rate from ฿943 for the most affordable car in the fleet.
| Season | Dates | Price per day, from |
|---|---|---|
| Low Season cheapest | May 16 to September 30 | ฿940/day |
| Middle Season | April 1 to May 15 October 1 to December 14 |
฿1,180/day |
| High Season | January 11 to March 31 December 15 to December 24 |
฿1,510/day |
| Peak Season | December 25 to January 10 | ฿1,740/day |
FAQ
What do people ask about car rental in Kamala?
How much does car rental in Kamala cost?
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From ฿1,180 a day for a compact automatic such as a Toyota Yaris, Honda Jazz or Mazda 2, or from ฿1,090 a day for a week or more. Kamala uses the island-wide price list: class, rental length and insurance set the price. Crossovers and minivans cost more, but their power shows on the hill road to Patong and the climbs to the villas. Hotel delivery is ฿500. The calculator shows the total before booking.
Will you deliver a car to my Millionaire Mile villa?
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Yes, cars are delivered anywhere in Kamala: villas on Millionaire Mile and in Kamala Hills, beachfront hotels and complexes along the main street. Delivery to Kamala is ฿500. Send your location or hotel name by messenger: the driver comes at the agreed time with the contract, and you photograph the car together. Return it at the same place, at the airport or in another area.
How far is Kamala from Patong?
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About 15 minutes over the hill: the distance is short, but the road winds steeply, so taxis are pricey for such a hop. HKT airport is 30–40 minutes via Surin and Bang Tao or along Route 4025 through Thalang. Surin is 10 minutes north, Bang Tao about 20, Karon and Kata 30–35 south. Restaurants, supermarkets and viewpoints are spread across neighbouring areas, so a car in Kamala quickly pays off.
What documents do I need to rent a car in Kamala?
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A national licence and passport are enough for handover. Thai law requires an IDP plus your national licence, or a Thai licence; without an IDP the insurer may refuse cover after an accident. Your original passport stays with you; a copy is enough for the contract. Drivers must be 21+ with a year of experience. The contract is signed at your hotel or villa in Kamala. No IDP yet? You still get the car, but the risks are yours.
Do I need a deposit to rent a car in Kamala?
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No, if you take full insurance: no deposit with full insurance from 7 days. Basic insurance means a refundable deposit that depends on the car class and is shown before booking; the excess is ฿5,000. The deposit is returned after inspection at drop-off, and passports are never held. On Kamala's winding roads and narrow villa driveways many choose full insurance, which removes the excess for body damage.
How can I pay for the rental in Kamala?
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On collection in Kamala: cash in Thai baht, US dollars or euros at the exchange-office rate, or by card via the terminal with a 7% bank fee. No prepayment is needed: the manager reserves the car for your dates. The calculator total is what you pay. A deposit, if your plan has one, is paid separately and returned at drop-off. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before handover. The manager answers payment questions on Telegram or WhatsApp.
What should I do after an accident or breakdown in Kamala?
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Call the 24/7 number in your contract or send a message: support will explain the steps and help you reach the police and insurer. After an accident, don't move the cars before the report, and photograph the damage. For a serious breakdown, help or a replacement car is arranged. Kamala tip: don't coast down the long hill to Patong; shift to a low gear or the brakes will overheat. The hill road is slippery in rain.
How full is the fuel tank when I collect the car in Kamala?
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Full: the rule is full-to-full, so you pay only for the fuel you use. The level is recorded at handover; top up before returning. Kamala has few stations: PTT and Shell are on the way to Surin, on Route 4025 towards Thalang and near Patong. An attendant fills up; the grade is in the contract and on the filler flap, usually Gasohol 95 or 91. Don't take the hill on a near-empty tank: climbs burn more fuel.
Are child seats available in Kamala?
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Yes, a child seat or booster is ฿100 a day, up to two per car, and a phone holder is free. Give the child's age and weight when booking and the right seat is brought and fitted at handover in Kamala. Kamala is a family beach, but the road to nearby beaches crosses a winding hill, so a secure seat matters, and Thai rules require one for small children. With a pushchair, a crossover or minivan is easier.
Are there discounts for long-term rental in Kamala?
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Yes, the length-of-rental discount is automatic: 8% from 7 days, 15% from 11, 22% from 16, 29% from 22. No promo code is needed: enter your dates in the calculator and the price updates. Long rentals in Kamala suit people renting a villa for the season: without a car, every grocery run or dinner means a taxi over the hill. The manager can suggest a model with modest fuel use.
Where can I park in Kamala?
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Parking in Kamala is easier than in Patong: Rim Hat Road along the beach has free spaces, plus a large car park by the temple and supermarket parking in the centre. Hotels and villas usually have their own. High-season evenings get busy by the beach. Kerbs: red and white means no stopping, yellow and white no parking, grey allowed. The Laem Singh viewpoint lay-by is small and full at sunset. Don't park on narrow villa lanes.
Where can I drive from Kamala?
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Kamala is well placed for both directions along the coast. North: Laem Singh viewpoint, Surin and Bang Tao beaches, Boat Avenue and Porto de Phuket, then Nai Thon and Nai Yang. South over the hill: Patong in 15 minutes, Karon, Kata and Karon Viewpoint in 30–35. Inland: Phuket Old Town, Wat Chalong and the Big Buddha. Insurance covers Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi; Phang Nga Bay is about 90 minutes away.
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Pick the class that fits your trip: an SUV for the hills and long routes, a minivan for a group, an economical sedan for town.
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