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Reviews of Carabao Diving Koh Tao

50/1 moo 3 Chalok Ban Kao, Chalok Baan Kao, 84360 Koh Tao, Thailand

#116 of 144 hotels in Koh Tao

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Review score

Based on 134 hotel reviews

7.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.2

  • Comfort

    7.1

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    8.2

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No curtains

    Very good location just next to the beach and with a swimming pool. 7/11 at 1 min walk

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    7.0
    Pleasent
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Large Twin Room with Fan
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn’t have vegetarian options in the menu.

    Location was nice and the pool too. Room was what it supposed.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    7.0
    Lovely hostel if you don't spend too much time in the room
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was not stated that it was a 16 bed dorm No curtains! If someone showered the whole bathroom was flooded! Bathrooms were not clean!

    We liked everything about his hostel except the dorm room and bathroom. Lovely pool! Great Location directly on the beach! Nice restaurants and bars nearby 2min walk to 7-11

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    7.0
    It is an okay place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleaning needs some improvement Location is not the best

    Nice views and friendly staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    6.0
    It was good but hot in the room with only a fan.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Twin Room with Fan
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately we hadn’t that much time and they don’t dive at the first of January so we had to do our scuba diving license at an other place.

    It was good! But a little bit outside of the main area.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool and the beach and crooked volleyball field are great. It’s kinda pricey but still a okay place to stay. Unfortunately there are no curtains in the dorm and some beds were rock solid. Still an nice place though!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    8.0
    Value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Large Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The lack of a small refrigerator! would be a big plus at the room if it was one.

    In front of the beach with many options around the corner for food coffee with just 5' walk. Very value for money room. If you rent a scooter you will be fine to explore the rest of the island.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No remote for the air-con in room but luckily it wasn't too warm so just used the ceiling fan which was fine. Mosquito screens missing from balcony door too, would have been nice for fresh air at night. 5 basic Thai tv channels. No kettle or fridge.

    Quiet location, nice beach & food in on site restaurant was so nice and a good price too. 4 friendly small dogs running about, kayaks & snorkels for rent and of course diving which we didn't try. Motorbikes for rent in soi and free shuttle to the pier twice daily. Could see the beach and sea from the balcony.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    8.0
    Really enjoyed our stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Twin Room with Fan
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress was broken and had exposed springs. Didn’t bother us but could be dangerous.

    Staff were great. We stayed in a private room and the bed was very comfortable. Good location if you want to do freedom beach however, difficult to get to the busier side of the island.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    6.0
    For the price the accommodation were all I needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No enough furniture in the room. Round bed not a good idea. There should be small tables bt the bed.

    The location wad great.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    6.0
    Fine stay
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dorms where dark, not clean and no space.

    The diving instructors, Pranay and others, were very nice and the beach view was great!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Twin Room with Fan
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They said they clean the room every 3 days but I asked 2 times and they didnt do It. Even when I left the key and said no Rush during the day... I ve made It myself, ask one cleaning lady for the brush... The restaurant staff could be more friendly. Smiling is for free...

    By a beautiful beach with sunset. Big room, clean and confortable. The restaurant is good and not expensive for koh tao.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The water pressure in the shower was very low

    Absolutely everything. The receptionist is very friendly. The place is peaceful. The restaurant has great food at a cheap price. All staff were very helpful and happy to have us there. Also, there was a free transport from the pier to the hotel.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2023

    8.0
    Good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No shared bathrooms outside of the rooms and that can be tricky as they are only 2 bathrooms for 16 beds. Also, the bathrooms werent cleaned everyday wich is really not good…

    The location and the view are juste amazing

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2023

    8.0
    Right on the beach, but far from the busyness of Koh Tao.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Large Twin Room with Fan
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We got locked out of our room due to issues with the lock. They got it fixed within 2 hours. The room was also very hot with only the fan. Booked for 2 but only got one duvet. We were able to get an extra blanket from reception to following day.

    Pool was super clean and refreshing. The lovely lady at reception was so welcoming. They also helped arrange the night ferry for us which was super helpful.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2023

    8.0
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool table isn’t free… and the swimming pool looks bigger in the photos. Definitely orientated towards those that are diving but still a cool spot to stay at for a good price even if you’re not!!

    Staff are super friendly and welcoming, room was spacious and comfortable, awesome view from the balcony. You get a discount at the restaurant on site, and the food there was really good!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    8.0
    Fantastic hostel, beautiful beach and spaces, unfortunate last interaction with reception manager
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    on our last night we asked the reception manager for a taxi and he said 'no' - it was 9pm and he was playing cards, and i suspect he thought we wanted one right then. we actually wanted one for 6.20am the next morning to get to the pier but the convo didn't get far enough for us to explain that because he cut it off with an immediate no! granted we should of asked earlier on so partly our fault but it was a bit like...oh OK then, thanks, and it left us kind of stuck. we had to go ask around at the restaurants nearby and luckily found a guy who could take us. a shame because it was a fantastic stay and he had been so friendly and funny prior to that incident. anyway I would still 100% recommend you stay here, it's great. the manager just needs to listen, let people finish and be politer, even if the answer is 'sorry but no we cannot arrange that'.

    free pick up from the pier despite booking only a few hrs prior to arriving restaurant staff very efficient tasty food gorgeous view from balcony beautiful beach walking distance of a couple of snorkling beaches nice hang out spots and 2 pool tables very quiet 3 halarious dogs we didn't dive whilst there so cant comment on that side of things.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    6.0
    Too expensive for what you get
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Twin Room with Fan
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Far away, we wanted to extend they just doubled the price. The double the price for having air condition. Very old room.

    At the beach

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    6.0
    Greatest diving & beach position, average service
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No one seemed that friendly or happy you were staying at the hotel. Room not cleaned during a 5 night stay. OK for the price though & directly on the beach

    The hotel is located on the beach which is great. Steep stairs to the rooms and not very attentive, happy staff. Good aircon and large room. You get what you pay for, it is budget accommodation and good for the price. They offer a cheap taxi service and great diving opportunities - friendly dive staff

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2023

    7.0
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Twin Room with Fan
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool is A LOT SMALLER than the pictures!! Location isn’t great, I reccomend renting a bike. On maps it looks like a lot is around it but most is shut

    Amazing views right on the beach! Great pool Super comfy beds not hard like most of asia

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    you get what you pay for, bathrooms could use some cleaning but comfortable beds restaurant staff not very welcoming

    very nice location on the beach

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dorms were okay, they were basic and lacked privacy, beds weren't that comfortable.

    Lovely view right onto the beach, can get int the centre in 10 minutes with a motorbike, if not a 30 minute walk. Staff were lovely and helpful, nice pool and chill area outside. Enjoyed the balcony outside my room.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Twin Room with Fan
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    rooms are really low standard. and you have to pay a LOT for air condotioning. far from everything, you need a scooter

    Nice pool and restaurant

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Large Twin Room with Fan
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom smelt horrible. Stayed in a room with a fan and was too hot.

    Nice pool, restaurant, beach. Friendly staff. Great diving facilities.

    Stayed in May 2023

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