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Situated in Koh Tao, 1.5 km from Chalok Baan Kao Beach, Wonderland Jungle Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. The property is located 4.3 km from Sunken Ship, 7.3 km from Ao Muong and 2.4 km from Shark Island. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

The atmosphere and the location are amazing, the hostel constantly posts a lot of useful information about stuff to do, places to visit etc. The place is suitable for people who are social but chill, definitely not a party place but 100% a good place to come back to after a beach party and have a good night's sleep. The staff was really nice, lots of activities planned almost every night.

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9.5
Exceptional
164 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Set in Koh Tao, 1.2 km from Sairee Beach, Nawee GuestHouse Sairee offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. The property is around 2 km from Mao Bay Beach, 2.3 km from Mae Haad Beach and 6.7 km from Sunken Ship. The accommodation features room service and a tour desk for guests.

Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also feature free WiFi. At Nawee GuestHouse Sairee, the rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

Host was friendly, everything we needed for our stay in Koh Tao, lot of good restaurants in the area and 10 minutes walk to Sairee beach. We rented a bike to visit further places but it's walkable to enjoy Sairee area.

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9.1
Superb
197 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

Situated in Koh Tao and within a few steps of Sairee Beach, Tiger House Hostel Koh Tao has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is set 600 metres from Mae Haad Beach, 2.2 km from Jansom Bay Beach and 5.2 km from Sunken Ship. Ao Muong is 5.1 km away and Exchange/ATM Sairee Branch is less than 1 km from the hostel.

It was very clean and the staff were so lovely and helpful

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9.6
Exceptional
44 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Set in Koh Tao and with Sairee Beach reachable within 200 metres, Koh Tao Silver Na’s Hostel offers free bikes, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around 1.7 km from Mae Haad Beach, 6.1 km from Sunken Ship and 4.5 km from Ao Muong. Exchange/ATM Sairee Branch is 500 metres away and Chalok Viewpoint is 3.7 km from the hostel.

everything was perfect, loved my stay here. the owner, bai is the best! highly recommend

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9.8
Exceptional
72 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

WaterMellow Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Koh Tao. The property is around 4.2 km from Sunken Ship, 6.5 km from Ao Muong and 1.9 km from Chalok Viewpoint. The accommodation offers an ATM and free WiFi throughout the property.

Staff was very friendly, wifi was good, nice open air hangout spaces, and the mattresses were pretty comfy.

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9.1
Superb
16 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

Located in the centre of Sairee beach in Koh Tao, Savage Hostel boasts shared and private accommodation, a rooftop swimming pool and bar overlooking views of the ocean and the island. Free high-speed WiFi is available throughout the property.

The private rooms and private suites at the hostel are all air-conditioned and are equipped with Smart TV’s, electronic safe-deposit boxes, private bathrooms and mini-bar fridges.

Great staff, especially Zo he was super generous, comfy beds great food, would come back again

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8.7
Fabulous
1,245 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Situated in Koh Tao and within a few steps of Mae Haad Beach, Blue Chitta Yoga & Freediving has a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 4.5 km from Sunken Ship, 5.8 km from Ao Muong and 2.1 km from Chalok Viewpoint. Shark Island is 3.6 km from the hostel.

Nice spacious beds and a clean environment. I enjoyed breakfast in the cafe as well as yoga classes in the studio. If I ever go back I will definitely stay here!

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8.2
Very good
119 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Boasting a shared lounge, bar and views of sea, Echo Hostel Koh Tao is situated in Koh Tao, 300 metres from Mae Haad Beach. The property is set 4.1 km from Sunken Ship, 7 km from Ao Muong and 2.7 km from Exchange/ATM Sairee Branch. Shark Island is 3.1 km from the hostel.

Jojo was a really nice host! Great place and it was really silent at night. The airco was great

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8.1
Very good
418 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Located in Koh Tao, 200 metres from Sairee Beach, Revolution Koh Tao provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.4 km from Mae Haad Beach and around 300 metres from Exchange/ATM Sairee Branch. The accommodation features evening entertainment and free WiFi throughout the property.

Mira was the best rep everrrr - so fun to be around and such a good time. Had some problems with my phone and she helped chat me through it and came and woke me up when I didn’t have an alarm 😉 SHE IS THE BEST

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8
Very good
360 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and bar in Koh Tao. Located around 200 metres from Mae Haad Beach, the hostel with free WiFi is also less than 1 km away from Sairee Beach. The accommodation offers nightclub and a shared kitchen.

I stayed in the hostel part and had such a good experience with my Open Water, I left the island and came back after 5 days to do my Advanced Open Water while staying in a private room. The facilities were immaculate I felt like a princess in the private room. Beautiful views, gorgeous everything. As a world traveler, it is often difficult to find community abroad. When I come across this in my travels, it is a treasure to behold. Isla Tortuga and the community around and within it, are one of those life-affirming communities. I am so thankful and relieved that people like you all exist. Genuine, good hearted people with a love for adventure, friends and nature. Just wow. I came across Isla Tortuga on a reddit thread randomly on my search for dive schools... and when I saw they also had a hostel connected to it I signed up. Had no idea what I was getting myself into. What a PLEASANT SURPRISE. The people that work at Isla have a special way of making family out of strangers. I feel I have family here. I should've assumed by the name that there would be many Spanish speakers here, but did not put 2 and 2 together xD Even if you don't speak Spanish, just get in the mix with different speaking people. I always felt included even if I was just observing what was happening. There was people here from all corners of the world. This is a treat. The owners of this place are top notch humans. The people that run a business and their character says a lot about a business in its totality. Carlos was super helpful to me in answering all my dumb questions before I even arrived, was very encouraging and caring in his own way. Javier was super organized and helpful with logistics and was a bright light. I felt very taken care of at Isla Tortuga. My teachers were excellent, even though english was not their first language, they spoke great, were both very thorough and highly valued safety.

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8.5
Very good
334 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Wonderland Jungle Hostel
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 164 reviews

    Situated in Koh Tao, 1.5 km from Chalok Baan Kao Beach, Wonderland Jungle Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    thanks thanks thanks thanks thanks thanks :-) will try to come back

  • Tiger House Hostel Koh Tao
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 44 reviews

    Situated in Koh Tao and within a few steps of Sairee Beach, Tiger House Hostel Koh Tao has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    깨끗하고 편의시설과 에어컨도 좋고 중심부 위치 아침으로 바나나와 커피 빵 잼이 무료.

  • Savage Hostel Koh Tao
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,245 reviews

    Located in the centre of Sairee beach in Koh Tao, Savage Hostel boasts shared and private accommodation, a rooftop swimming pool and bar overlooking views of the ocean and the island.

    Everything was clean and beautyfull pool and beach

  • The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel-PADI 5 Star Dive Resort
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 740 reviews

    The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel is located in Ko Tao, 1.9 km from Mae Haad Pier with a 5-Star PADI Dive Center on-site. Guests can enjoy the on-site food and drink service.

    Nice staff, clean rooms and bathrooms, beautiful pool

  • Pranee Bungalow
    Budget options available
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 430 reviews

    Situated in Koh Tao, a few steps from Sairee Beach, Pranee Bungalow features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Did the trick - nice place to stay, spacious room - lovely beach on-site

  • Lucky house Koh Tao
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 354 reviews

    Located in Koh Tao, 600 metres from Sairee Beach, Lucky house Koh Tao provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    Location is perfect and breakfast included really complete

  • SKYPEARL Guesthouse & Pub
    Budget options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Koh Tao, 400 metres from Mae Haad Beach, SKYPEARL Guesthouse & Pub provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

  • Nawee GuestHouse Sairee
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 197 reviews

    Set in Koh Tao, 1.2 km from Sairee Beach, Nawee GuestHouse Sairee offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

    Cannot fault this place or Bill and his hospitality, very lovely stay

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Koh Tao

  • @888byChefKong
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Set within 500 metres of Mae Haad Beach and 1.2 km of Sairee Beach, @888byChefKong offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Koh Tao.

  • WaterMellow Hostel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 16 reviews

    WaterMellow Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Koh Tao. The property is around 4.2 km from Sunken Ship, 6.5 km from Ao Muong and 1.9 km from Chalok Viewpoint.

    Owner was so helpful and kind! Great value for money

  • Budchui Guesthouse
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 20 reviews

    Situated in Koh Tao and with Sairee Beach reachable within less than 1 km, Budchui Guesthouse features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace.

    nice clean room with good ac and WiFi, east to rent a motorbike and brilliant host.

  • Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 334 reviews

    Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and bar in Koh Tao.

    overall good vibes, nicest hostel we have stayed in

  • De Coco Hostel Koh Tao
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5 reviews

    Located in Koh Tao and within 200 metres of Mae Haad Beach, De Coco Hostel Koh Tao features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • AVA Boutique Guesthouse
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 329 reviews

    Set in Koh Tao, 300 metres from Mae Haad Beach, AVA Boutique Guesthouse offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    Excellent and beautiful place. The receptionist is super friendly and helpful

  • Echo Hostel Koh Tao
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 416 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, bar and views of sea, Echo Hostel Koh Tao is situated in Koh Tao, 300 metres from Mae Haad Beach.

    Loved the rooftop bar and the dorm rooms were very clean

  • White Jail at Koh Tao Hostel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 715 reviews

    Located in Koh Tao in the area previously used as a political prison, White Jail at Koh Tao Hostel offers accommodation with free WiFi access and free private parking.

    Super nice stFf, nice room, nice hostel.. everything was great

  • Chandra Hostel Koh Tao
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 259 reviews

    Located in Koh Tao, 800 metres from Chalok Baan Kao Beach, Chandra Hostel Koh Tao provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    it is super comfortable. beautiful and quiet place to stay.

  • Revolution Koh Tao
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 360 reviews

    Located in Koh Tao, 200 metres from Sairee Beach, Revolution Koh Tao provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Good location near the beach comfy beds and decent shower

  • TAMONWAN HOUSE Koh Tao
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 78 reviews

    Set in Koh Tao, within 600 metres of Chalok Baan Kao Beach and 1.1 km of Shark Bay Beach, TAMONWAN HOUSE Koh Tao offers accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

    The availability of the host The cleanliness of the room

  • Tiki Tribe Bar & Hostel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 138 reviews

    Situated in Koh Tao, 200 metres from Mae Haad Beach, Tiki Tribe Bar & Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar.

    Comfy beds, good aircon, great location, nice staff.

  • CK Hostel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 221 reviews

    Welcome to CK Hostel! Located in the heart of Koh Tao, just a one-minute walk from the beach and a 30-second walk from the bustling walking street, full of international or Thai restaurants and...

    Great location, very friendly staff, nice atmosphere

  • Indie Hostel - Koh Tao
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 739 reviews

    Set in a convenient area of Sairee Beach with views of the mountain ranges and the ocean, Indie Hostel - Koh Tao offers stylish private and dormitory style accommodation.

    it was a good location and the staff were super accomodating

  • Live In Leaf Koh Tao
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 155 reviews

    Situated in Koh Tao, less than 1 km from Sairee Beach, Live In Leaf Koh Tao features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Habitación de muy buena calidad con todo lo necesario.

  • Moov Inn Garden Hostel
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 447 reviews

    Your Home Away from Home: Moov Inn Garden Hostel Special Prices for 3-Day Stays and Long-Termers - Stay Longer, Connect Deeper Welcome to Moov Inn Garden Hostel – the ultimate retreat for creatives...

    Really nice common area and really friendly staff.

  • Slumber Party Koh Tao
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 121 reviews

    Situated in Koh Tao, Slumber Party Koh Tao offers beachfront accommodation 200 metres from Baan Tai Beach and features various facilities, such as a garden and a bar.

    everything, location. the colours, the rooms. the hosts

  • Escape Divers Hostel
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 182 reviews

    Escape Divers Hostel is situated in Koh Tao, 4.3 km from Sunken Ship and 6.5 km from Ao Muong.

    Very clean, modern facilities and good A/C. Perfect location.

  • Sairee Center Guest House
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 328 reviews

    Situated in Koh Tao, 400 metres from Sairee Beach, Sairee Center Guest House features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

    Location was good. Room was well furnished and clean.

  • Orrachon Guest House
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 39 reviews

    Ideally set in the Chalok Baan Kao district of Koh Tao, Orrachon Guest House is set 1.3 km from Chalok Baan Kao Beach, 1.3 km from Mae Haad Beach and 1.5 km from Shark Bay Beach.

    The place was great,clean and quiet..I love the staff and the room..wi-fi perfect..location great.. THANK YOU FOAR ALL!!!

  • 8 homestel
    Central location
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 457 reviews

    Situated just a 3-minute walk from Mae Haad Pier and the beach is the modern lift-style 8 Homestel hostel. It offers air-conditioned dormitory rooms with free WiFi.

    Much space around the beds - a bid like a single room

  • Lotus Hostel Beach Koh Tao
    5.4
    Scored 5.4
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 265 reviews

    Set in Koh Tao and with Sairee Beach reachable within 100 metres, Lotus Hostel Beach Koh Tao offers a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    - clean, well air conditioned - good location on the island

  • Czone Hostel
    Central location

    Located within 4.4 km of Sunken Ship and 6.6 km of Ao Muong, Czone Hostel provides rooms in Koh Tao.

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Hostels that guests love in Koh Tao

  • Avg. price/night: £28.38
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 416 reviews
    Beds were comfy, the common area/restaurant is a great opportunity to meet people. The staff is international and very social and accommodating. The owner hosts weekly events like movie nights or bbq, even though it’s a social hostel it wasn’t loud at night. When i first arrived i was handed a towel and allowed to shower, even though I arrived way before my check-in. Daily cleaning of the dorms. Perfect hostel for backpackers or anyone who wants to meet new people!
    Ilo
    Solo traveller
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 72 reviews
    The owners as so lovely and so helpful. Beds were comfortable and clean and private. Facilities were great. Free tea and coffee and a fridge. Lovely little balcony area and in a great location, close to everything. Everything about this hostel is perfect. Safe and secure too with key fobs to enter the room.
    Olivia
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £26.87
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 533 reviews
    Very clean and comfortable. Spacious bunks with good privacy, with blinds to pull down. Nice plug socket, light and safe next to bed, and a locker for possessions. Good showers and toilets. Friendly staff at reception. Cheap scooter hire available. Free swimming goggles. Free drinking water. Great roof terrace with sunset views. Amazing hostel!
    Stuart
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 253 reviews
    The best hostel I've stayed in Thailand. Insane views, comfy beds, plenty of space to socialise, meet new people or chill out / work if you need to! The staff and volunteers are super helpful and friendly.
    Adam
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.85
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,245 reviews
    Loved the rooftop and the cinema room! Great location and access to the beach! One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed in! Great friendly and helpful staff! Definitely book to stay at this hostel you won’t be disappointed. The private rooms are also really nice too.
    Victoria
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £26.87
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 533 reviews
    The beds are very comfortable, nice terrasse, cheap laundry service. Nirvana was my favorite hostel in Thailand ! Easy to meet new people
    Agnès
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £22.57
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 336 reviews
    Beautiful very clean room. Very spacious, comfy bed, sheets so soft! Great location near Sairee beach but nice and quiet. Cute balcony. A luxury for a budget backpacker.
    Rachael
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £40.85
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,245 reviews
    Savage is by far the best hostel I’ve stayed in in Thailand. The staff are incredible - always super friendly and helpful and I feel so safe here! The location is incredible and the facilities are unmatched!
    Elanor
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.85
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,245 reviews
    the best hostel I ever had!!!! bedcabines… all clean toilets and showers… a lot of backpackers… rooftop pool and bar great great great!
    Daan
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 253 reviews
    Best Hostel, a bit far from the Main City but you need a scooter anyway so it’s totally fine. Close to really nice beaches, Tanote Beach was my fav. The staff is fantastic and you can have fun nights playing Deisha-Thai-Pool, getting professional bamboo tattoos and have good&cheap cocktails or some weed (or both :D)!! The View is epic, you can see the whole Island and shouldn’t miss it. It’s often booked out (book early!) so there are always many people. Will definitely come back some day!
    Fynn
    Solo traveller

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