Baan suan hostel Koh Tao

Baan suan hostel, 84360 Koh Tao, Thailand·View on map

Good30 reviews
7.5
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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 11:00
Parking✕ Not available
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Baan suan hostel Koh Tao is a hostel in Mae Haad, Koh Tao, with a private beach area. Its accommodation consists of mixed dormitory rooms with shared bathrooms and showers, air conditioning, city views and terraces. Each room category has a maximum occupancy of one and a bunk bed. One option measures 30 m² and includes a balcony, while the other is 25 m²; both have private entrances and dining areas.

Facilities bring together a bar, an on-site minimarket, a shared lounge, karaoke and evening entertainment, alongside live music. You can arrange car hire, and the hostel includes snorkelling and diving among its activities. Free WiFi is available throughout, although there is no parking. Mae Haad Beach is 100 m away, and Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is close by; the hostel suits travellers seeking a dormitory stay near the island’s main arrival point and shoreline.

Rooms

2 room types · 25–30 m²

The hostel offers two mixed dormitory room categories, each with a bunk bed and a maximum occupancy of one. Both have air conditioning, a terrace, city views, a private entrance and a dining area, alongside a shared bathroom with a shower. A fan, safety deposit box and socket near the bed are included in both; the 30 m² option also has linen and a balcony.

The 30 m² dormitory has 14 beds and is the larger option. The 25 m² alternative has 12 beds, with a terrace and city view among its highlights. Both are shared dormitory spaces rather than private double or family rooms, with a bunk bed assigned to one-person occupancy. Their room areas and bed counts distinguish the two options, while their main facilities are similar.

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room — Baan suan hostel Koh Tao

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

30 m² Max. 1 guests 1 Bunk bed
BalconyCity viewAir conditioning

At 30 m², this is the larger of the two mixed dormitory options and the one with a balcony among its room highlights. It has a city view, terrace and air conditioning, and its unit has 14 beds. A private entrance and dining area are included, while the shared bathroom has a shower.

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Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room — Baan suan hostel Koh Tao

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

25 m² Max. 1 guests 1 Bunk bed
TerraceCity viewPrivate entrance

This 25 m² mixed dormitory is 5 m² smaller than the other option and has 12 beds. Its highlights include a city view, air conditioning and terrace; room facilities also include a private entrance and dining area. A shared bathroom with a shower serves the dormitory.

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Facilities

36 facilities
Air conditioning
View
Free WiFi
Terrace
Snorkelling
Shower
Private beach area
Evening entertainment
Live music/performance
Karaoke

Facilities at Baan suan hostel Koh Tao focus on shared leisure and access to the coast. The property has a private beach area and terrace, plus a shared lounge/TV area. A bar, on-site minimarket and happy hour are available; karaoke, live music/performance and evening entertainment are among the leisure options. Snorkelling and diving are offered, and car hire is available. A safety deposit box, private entrance, interconnected rooms, fan and air conditioning also feature.

Room facilities include city views, dining areas and tables, sockets near the bed, toilets, toilet paper and showers; bathrooms are shared. WiFi is available free of charge throughout the property, which is non-smoking. There is no parking available.

General

  • Terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
  • Evening entertainment
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
  • Karaoke
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Car hire
  • Safety deposit box
  • Minimarket on site
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Air conditioning

Food & drink

  • Bar

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • City view
  • View
  • Dining table
  • Socket near the bed
  • Dining area

Media & technology

  • Internet services

Baan suan hostel Koh Tao sits in Mae Haad, the west-coast pier town and the island’s main arrival point. Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier and Mae Haad Beach are each 100 m away, while Haad Ao Mae is 150 m from the hostel. Mae Haad brings ferry services together with everyday island facilities; the government hospital, banks and pharmacies are in this part of Koh Tao. The waterfront setting puts you close to the landing area as well as a beach, rather than along the busier Sairee strip to the north.

Ferries reach Mae Haad from Koh Samui in about 1.5–2 hours, Koh Phangan in 45–90 minutes and Chumphon in about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours by catamaran. From the arrival area, the hostel is a short walk from the pier; island pick-up truck taxis can take you farther afield, and car hire is available at the property. There is no parking at the hostel.

The nearby beaches let you choose between different stretches of coast. Sairee Beach is 850 m away, Jansom Bay Beach 900 m, and Sai Nuan Beach 1.3 km. Sairee is the island’s main beach strip, with dive schools, restaurants and beach bars; Jansom and Sai Nuan offer other coastal stops. The hostel offers snorkelling and diving, and long-tail taxi boats run from Mae Haad or Sairee to Koh Nang Yuan in around 10–20 minutes. For an on-foot outing, Rama V Shrine is 200 m away and the Welcome to Koh Tao Turtle Monument is 300 m away.

  • Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier
    Island ferry pier connecting Koh Tao with neighbouring islands and mainland ports.
    100 m
  • Mae Haad Beach
    Nearby sandy shore by the Mae Haad waterfront, close to the ferry town.
    100 m
  • Rama V Shrine
    Small shrine honouring King Chulalongkorn near the harbour-side streets.
    200 m
  • Welcome to Koh Tao Turtle Monument
    Local turtle monument marking an island conservation symbol near Mae Haad.
    300 m
  • Jansom Bay Beach
    A coastal beach south of Mae Haad, reached from the pier town.
    900 m
  • Sairee Beach
    Island beach strip with dive schools, restaurants and beach bars.
    850 m

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you are arriving by ferry and want to stay close to the pier: Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 100 m away.
  • ✓you want access to the shore nearby: Mae Haad Beach is 100 m away, and the hostel has a private beach area.
  • ✓you prefer a dormitory bunk with air conditioning and city views; both room types include these features.
  • ✓you are looking for on-site evening activities: karaoke, live music and evening entertainment are available.
  • ✓snorkelling or diving is on your Koh Tao itinerary, as both appear among the hostel’s activities.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need a private bathroom: the dormitory rooms use shared bathrooms with showers.
  • ✕you are travelling with a vehicle and require on-site parking, which is not available.
  • ✕you expect a private room rather than a shared dormitory: both options are mixed dormitories with 12 or 14 beds.
  • ✕you need to arrive after 20:00 or cannot pay a cash deposit: check-in ends at 20:00 and a THB 500 deposit is collected on arrival.

What guests say

30 verified reviews
7.5

Guests give the strongest marks to the setting, while staff and comfort also fare well. Facilities and cleanliness receive somewhat lower assessments, and WiFi is the clearest weakness among the reviewed categories.

Location9.2
Staff8.2
Comfort8.2
Cleanliness7.9
Facilities7.5
Value for money7.4
Free WiFi5.0

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Baan suan hostel Koh Tao cost?

Rates at Baan suan hostel Koh Tao vary by season, room type and travel dates. You can check the current rates with our booking partners for your stay.

How do I get to Baan suan hostel Koh Tao?

Baan suan hostel Koh Tao is in Mae Haad, about 100 m from Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier, so you can walk the final stretch from the ferry area. Pick-up truck taxis operate on the island for travel beyond Mae Haad, and car hire is available at the hostel. There is no on-site parking. Check-in runs from 14:00 to 20:00, and a THB 500 cash damage deposit is collected on arrival and refunded after inspection at check-out.

What is near Baan suan hostel Koh Tao?

Baan suan hostel Koh Tao is 100 m from Mae Haad Beach and 100 m from Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier. Haad Ao Mae is 150 m away, and Rama V Shrine is 200 m from the hostel. The Welcome to Koh Tao Turtle Monument is 300 m away; Sairee Beach is 850 m away and Jansom Bay Beach is 900 m away. Snorkelling and diving are available nearby.

What room types does Baan suan hostel Koh Tao offer?

Baan suan hostel Koh Tao offers mixed dormitory rooms rather than private double rooms. The two options measure 30 m² and 25 m² and have 14 and 12 beds respectively; each has a maximum occupancy of one and uses a bunk bed.

Do rooms at Baan suan hostel Koh Tao have private bathrooms?

Bathrooms at Baan suan hostel Koh Tao are shared rather than private. The dormitory rooms have showers, and the bathroom facilities include a toilet and toilet paper; the sleeping areas have air conditioning and city views.

Does Baan suan hostel Koh Tao require a damage deposit?

Baan suan hostel Koh Tao collects a THB 500 damage deposit in cash on arrival. It is refunded in full at check-out, subject to an inspection of the property.

What activities are available at Baan suan hostel Koh Tao?

Baan suan hostel Koh Tao offers snorkelling and diving, with both activities available around the island. The property also has karaoke, live music and evening entertainment, as well as a private beach area and terrace.

Is WiFi available at Baan suan hostel Koh Tao?

Baan suan hostel Koh Tao provides free WiFi throughout the property. Guests rate WiFi below the other reviewed categories, while staff and comfort receive stronger assessments.

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