PROJECT

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Diamond Resort Phuket

in Surin, Phuket

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Diamond Resort Phuket

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Diamond Resort Phuket is a completed condominium development set in Surin, the low-rise, upscale beach district on Phuket's west coast that sits between Bang Tao to the north and Kamala to the south. As a finished project rather than an off-plan launch, it suits buyers who want to inspect a real, standing building, walk the grounds and common areas before committing, and move toward ownership without a construction timeline to track. The condominium format itself appeals to overseas buyers looking for a lock-up-and-leave beach residence, a holiday base used part of the year, or a unit intended for long-term or short-term letting between personal stays.

Location within Surin Phuket

Surin is one of the more tightly held addresses on the west coast, built around Surin Beach and known for its beach clubs, Catch Beach Club among them, plus a cluster of high-end resorts including Twinpalms and Trisara nearby. Most condominiums in the neighbourhood sit within easy reach of the sand, commonly around 700 metres from the beachfront, close enough for a daily walk down rather than a drive. Bang Tao and the wider Laguna resort and golf complex lie immediately north, giving residents a broader base of restaurants, marinas and international schools within a short drive, while Kamala's own beach and village sit a few minutes south. Phuket International Airport is roughly 20-25 minutes away by car, which keeps Surin practical for owners flying in for part of the year as well as for full-time residents. Buyers comparing options across the district can browse current condominiums for sale in Surin Phuket to see what else the area offers alongside Diamond Resort Phuket.

Ownership at Diamond Resort Phuket

As a condominium, Diamond Resort Phuket falls under Thailand's condominium ownership law, which allows foreign nationals to hold individual units in freehold, in their own name, within the standard 49% foreign-ownership quota per building; the remaining 51% of saleable area is held by Thai nationals or Thai-majority entities. This is generally the most direct ownership route available to overseas buyers in Phuket, since it does not require a Thai company structure or a leasehold arrangement, though buyers should always confirm the specific unit's quota status with a licensed lawyer before transferring funds, as quota availability varies unit by unit and can be exhausted in a popular building.

Who Diamond Resort Phuket Suits

Diamond Resort Phuket suits buyers who prioritise a quiet, established west-coast setting over a busier tourist strip, and who want beach access, resort-standard dining and established neighbours rather than a still-developing pocket of the island. It is a reasonable fit for a personal holiday residence, a base for extended stays in Thailand, or a unit that will be let out between visits under a short-let or long-let arrangement. Because the project is already built and the surrounding Surin-Bang Tao corridor is a mature, well-serviced part of Phuket, it is also a practical option for buyers who want to see exactly what they are purchasing rather than relying on renderings.

FEES & TAXES

Standard transaction fees in Thailand for a completed condominium under the ownership types listed below.

Freehold

  • Transfer fee — 2%
  • Specific Business Tax — 3.3%
  • Withholding tax — 1%
  • Stamp duty — 0.5%

Freehold (foreign quota): one-time transfer fee + tax obligations at closing. Annual common-area maintenance (CAM) separately.

Leasehold

  • Transfer fee — 1%
  • Stamp duty — 0.1%

Leasehold (30-year): registration fee 1% + 0.1% stamp duty on the lease value. No annual property tax for the lessee.

Buyer and seller usually split the transfer fee 50/50.

LOCATION

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NEARBY PLACES

Parks

  • Buterfly park301 m
  • Elephant Care Park Nai Dee Phuket1.2 km
  • Green Elephant Sanctuary Park1.7 km

Malls & Souks

  • Porto de Phuket701 m
  • Boat Avenue Mall732 m
  • Blue Tree Phuket2.1 km
  • The Plaza Surin2.2 km

International Schools

  • Yedda Blue Phuket - Bang Tao1.1 km
  • HeadStart International School, Phuket Cherngtalay Campus2.3 km

Beaches

  • Bang Tao Beach1.4 km

Iconic Landmarks

  • Wat Choeng Thale1.5 km

Museums

  • The Living Arts Gallery Phuket1.8 km

DISTRICT

Surin

Phuket's coastline divides into fifteen distinct tourist zones, each with its own buyer profile, price band and rental cycle. The luxury west coast — Bang Tao, Layan, Surin, Kamala — runs Aman-tier resorts, golf, beach clubs and the highest absolute prices on the island. Drop south through Patong (the tourist…

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FREQUENTLY ASKED

Diamond Resort Phuket — buyer FAQ

Is Diamond Resort Phuket freehold or leasehold?

Diamond Resort Phuket is a condominium, so units are typically sold under Thailand's condominium law, letting a foreign buyer hold a unit in freehold within the standard 49% foreign-ownership quota per building. The remaining share is held by Thai nationals or Thai-majority entities. Confirm a specific unit's quota status with a lawyer before purchase.

How far is Diamond Resort Phuket from Surin Beach?

Diamond Resort Phuket sits in Surin, a west-coast beach district where condominiums typically lie around 700 metres from Surin Beach, close enough for a daily walk down to the sand. The beach is known for its beach clubs, including Catch Beach Club, and sits between Bang Tao to the north and Kamala to the south.

Is Diamond Resort Phuket completed or still under construction?

Diamond Resort Phuket is a completed, standing condominium, not an off-plan launch. Buyers can walk the grounds, inspect a finished unit and see the common areas directly, rather than relying on renderings or a construction schedule, which suits buyers who want certainty over the early pricing sometimes tied to off-plan purchases.

Who is the developer of Diamond Resort Phuket?

Confirmed developer records for Diamond Resort Phuket are not publicly available, so buyers should verify the developer and the condominium juristic person's documentation directly with on-site management or a licensed agent before purchase, alongside checking the foreign freehold quota status of any specific unit under consideration.

What kind of buyer does Diamond Resort Phuket suit?

Diamond Resort Phuket suits buyers who want a finished condominium in the quieter, established Surin district rather than a busier tourist strip. It fits a personal holiday residence, an extended-stay base in Thailand, or a unit let out between visits under a short-let or long-let arrangement, close to Surin Beach and Bang Tao.

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