Koh Tap Hotels, Guesthouses and Resorts
Whatever your budget, you’re sure to be able to find a style of accommodation to suit in Koh Tao.
For most travellers, location is everything. Therefore, choosing a hotel, hostel or guesthouse in Sairee Beach is probably your best option. With everything you need within walking distance this is the best location on the island.
Many of the guesthouses do not offer breakfast, but this isn’t a problem as there are loads of great cafes in Sairee Beach offering fresh fruit, juices, smoothies and pancakes.
The accommodation across the island varies greatly from simple rooms from around THB500 per night to luxurious resorts which offer villa-style rooms from THB4000 per night. As temperatures in Koh Tao can reach up to 40 degrees Celsius, you may want to consider booking a room with a fan or air-conditioning to keep comfortable during the night.
Budget
The Lotus resorts are a great cheap option for those looking to stay in Sairee Beach. With super central locations, these guesthouses offer comfortable rooms with wifi, fans, balconies and on-site restaurants. You can get a room at Lotus Mountain View (9/9 Moo1 Sairee Beach, Koh Tao 84360) from around THB700 per night.
Another good budget option is the Ko Tao Garden Resort (20/1 Moo2 Koh Tao 84280) which comprises individual chalet-style rooms with wifi, fans and en suite bathrooms. Located just 100m from Mae Haad Beach this resort is great for those looking to relax by the sea.
Mid-range
The Sairee View Whale Skeleton Resort (20/4 Moo1, Ampor, Koh Tao 84280) is a unique mid-range option for those looking for a little more than just a simple guesthouse or hostel when staying on Koh Tao. With a lovely outdoor pool and spectacular sea and mountain views, this resort offers guests a relaxing and tranquil stay. All rooms are well equipped with air-conditioning and en suite bathroom facilities as well as free wifi, flat screen TVs and outdoor seating. As the name suggests, this resort also has a huge whale skeleton hanging above the communal seating area!
Balcony Villa (36/19 Moo1 Sairee Beach, Koh Tao 84360) is a great mid-range option with private facilities and of course balconies to look out over the coast. Although slightly more inland than many other resorts on Koh Tao, this villa has free parking and it is only about 2.2km to the main pier.
Top end
Perhaps one of the most luxurious hotels on Koh Tao is the Jamahkiri Resort (21/2 Moo3 Koh Tao, Ao Thian Og, 84360). This resort boasts a spa, private beach, a swimming pool and even its own dive centre. You won’t want to leave this lavish resort, but with a wine cellar, rooftop bar and great restaurant you don’t have to!
If you want extra privacy as well as luxury while staying on Koh Tao, why not choose the Phandara Luxury Pool Villas (25/4 Moo1 Haad Sairee, Koh Tao, 84360). With air-conditioning, wifi, private pools and fantastic sea views these sumptuous villas can be your home away from home while exploring the island.
Dive Centre Accommodation
One of the benefits of heading to Koh Tao to learn to dive is that many of the dive packages include accommodation. Notable dive centres which offer accommodation include Davy John’s Locker and Simple Life Divers. These dive centre accommodations offer simple yet comfortable rooms while also having the added extra of social events and bars which allow you to meet and get to know your fellow divers.
Should I book in advance?
Even if you don’t book your accommodation before you arrive in Koh Tao there are plenty of rooms available year-round – out of the Christmas and New Year holidays! – that you will be able to book on the day.
