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Dorm beds in Koh Tao, Thailand range from $7 to $42/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound tracks 73 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 24, Aug 25, Aug 26.

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Hostel prices in Koh Tao, Thailand

A typical dorm night in Koh Tao runs about $7.

At $7/night and up, Koh Tao is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Thailand.

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Hostels we track in Koh Tao

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Local knowledge for Koh Tao

Where to stay

Most budget travelers base themselves along Sairee Beach Road, where hostels sit within a two-minute walk of the longest beach and the main cluster of food stalls and dive shops. Mae Haad, right at the ferry pier, makes sense if you have an early boat out or arrive after dark and don't want to negotiate a songthaew.

Getting around

  • PADI Open Water courses run at budget-friendly rates at the dive shops along Sairee Beach, some of the lowest prices in Southeast Asia. Prices and instructor quality vary, so ask to meet your instructor before you pay.
  • Songthaews (covered pickup trucks) connect Mae Haad pier to Sairee for a small fare. Agree on the price before you climb in, not after.
  • The night market near Mae Haad pier has full meals for very little. The sit-down restaurants facing Sairee Beach charge two to three times as much for the same food.

When to go

May, June, and September see the lowest hostel prices and the easiest walk-in availability. December and January, especially the two weeks around Christmas and New Year, fill up fast with prices to match.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Koh Tao cost per night?

Dorm beds in Koh Tao currently range from $7 to $42/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Koh Tao?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Koh Tao are August 24, August 25, August 26.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Koh Tao?

HostelHound currently tracks 73 hostels in Koh Tao, Thailand.

Is Koh Tao affordable compared to other hostel cities in Thailand?

Koh Tao is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Thailand, with dorm prices starting from $7/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Koh Tao?

Most budget travelers base themselves along Sairee Beach Road, where hostels sit within a two-minute walk of the longest beach and the main cluster of food stalls and dive shops. Mae Haad, right at the ferry pier, makes sense if you have an early boat out or arrive after dark and don't want to negotiate a songthaew.

What is the best time of year to visit Koh Tao?

May, June, and September see the lowest hostel prices and the easiest walk-in availability. December and January, especially the two weeks around Christmas and New Year, fill up fast with prices to match.