Koh Tao

Travel Guide

A tropical island with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by lush green hills and scattered houses.
A coastal landscape with lush greenery, a bay with boats, and a sunset.
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and a green mountain in the background.
A coastal landscape with large boulders, a small island, and dense green foliage.
An aerial view of a lush green island with a beach, surrounded by clear blue waters and distant mountains.

Where to stay in Koh Tao

Find the best Koh Tao areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Koh Tao
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Sairee

If you're spending some time in Sairee, Island Muay Thai and Sairee Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mae Haad

While there might not be top attractions in Mae Haad, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mae Haad Bay and Sairee Beach.

A rocky shoreline with clear turquoise water, boats, and a distant island with buildings.

Ao Thian Og

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Ao Thian Og. A stop by Shark Bay or Haad Sai Daeng Beach might round out your trip.

Chalok Baan Kao

While there might not be top attractions in Chalok Baan Kao, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chalok Baan Kao Bay and Shark Bay.

Ban's Diving Resort

Ban's Diving Resort

3 out of 5
3/1 Moo 1, Haad Sairee Koh Tao Surat Thani
$19 nightly
The price is $20 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$20 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this resort in Koh Tao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Sairee Beach and Sairee Plaza are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (434 reviews)
"We booked this hotel at last minute as another on the island wouldn’t work for us. It was amazing: I would highly recommend. Helpful staff, a fantastic breakfast, cart for transport.. very good!"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2026

Ban's Diving Resort
Ko Tao Paradise Resort

Ko Tao Paradise Resort

3 out of 5
19/1 Moo 3, Chalok Baan Kao Koh Tao Suratthani
$60 nightly
The price is $65 total per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
$65 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Koh Tao. Enjoy free parking, 3 beach bars, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sairee Beach and Chalok Baan Kao ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (53 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful, especially Koko and Vivy at the reception. The complimentary yoga and cooking classes were a great experience. The shuttle service was the best — they are so efficient and helpful. The hotel facilities were very comfortable and the view is amazing. The cleaning team made ..."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026

Ko Tao Paradise Resort
Koh Tao Heritage

Koh Tao Heritage

3 out of 5
3/6 Moo 2 Koh Tao Surat Thani
$29 nightly
The price is $31 total per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
$31 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Koh Tao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Sairee Beach and Island Muay Thai are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (73 reviews)
"Koh Tao Heritage is my preferred hotel to stay at. Main reasons are; daily room cleaning, quiet location, rooms do not have TVs (so don't get noise) from other rooms, location is an easy walk to Sairee Beach or Mae Haad Pier for the ferry, As always Nancy, Nok and other staff are welcoming."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Koh Tao Heritage
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Cape Shark Pool Villas

Cape Shark Pool Villas

4 out of 5
21/9 M.3 Koh Tao Surat Thani
Book a stay at this beach villa in Koh Tao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Sairee Beach and Haad Sai Daeng Beach are ...
Cape Shark Pool Villas
Pahili Pool Villas Koh Tao

Pahili Pool Villas Koh Tao

3.5 out of 5
39/4, Moo 3, Koh Tao Koh Tao Surat Thani
Stay at this villa in Koh Tao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Sairee Beach and Aow Leuk Bay are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"So happy with our stay at Pahili, and will definitely be back! The staff are friendly but still give you your space. Nat was so helpful with anything we needed, just a WhatsApp message away if not at the desk. The beige room was lovely, with high ceilings, comfy bed and everything we needed. The ..."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026

Pahili Pool Villas Koh Tao
The Place Luxury Boutique Villas

The Place Luxury Boutique Villas

4 out of 5
14/167 Moo 1 Koh Tao
Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Koh Tao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Sairee Beach and Sairee Plaza are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Emily was very helpful. Great place for privacy."

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026

The Place Luxury Boutique Villas
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Koh Tao attractions

A pier extending into turquoise waters, surrounded by lush green islands and clear blue skies.

Ko Nang Yuan

9.0/10 (111 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Ko Nang Yuan during your travels in Koh Tao? Discover the lively bars in this relaxing area, or seek out the diving spots.
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Things to do

Koh Tao: Snorkel with turtles at Nangyuan with fewer crowds

Koh Tao: Snorkel with Turtles at Nangyuan with Fewer Crowds

$36
per adult
Koh Tao: Snorkel with Turtles at Nangyuan with Fewer Crowds
Koh Tao: Koh Nangyuan and the Hidden Bays Trip by the Oxygen

Koh Tao: Koh Nangyuan and the Hidden Bays Trip by the Oxygen

$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Koh Tao: Koh Nangyuan and the Hidden Bays Trip by the Oxygen
No Rush Morning & Afternoon 5 Stop Snorkeling tour for Koh Tao

No Rush Morning & Afternoon 5 Stop Snorkeling tour for Koh Tao

$28
per adult
No Rush Morning & Afternoon 5 Stop Snorkeling tour for Koh Tao
Snorkelling Trip 5 Island Tour Around Koh Tao and Koh Nang yuan

Snorkelling Trip 5 Island Tour Around Koh Tao and Koh Nang yuan

$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Snorkelling Trip 5 Island Tour Around Koh Tao and Koh Nang yuan
Koh Pha Ngan: Koh Tao & Nang Yuan Tour with Snorkel, Lunch

Koh Phangan: Koh Tao & Nang Yuan Day Tour w/ Snorkel + Lunch

$77
per adult
Koh Phangan: Koh Tao & Nang Yuan Day Tour w/ Snorkel + Lunch
Koh Samui: Koh Tao & Koh Nang Yuan Snorkel Trip with Lunch

Koh Samui: Koh Tao & Koh Nang Yuan Snorkel Trip with Lunch

$61
per adult
Koh Samui: Koh Tao & Koh Nang Yuan Snorkel Trip with Lunch
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Cities near Koh Tao

A tropical beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and lush green hills in the background.

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A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a green hill in the background.

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An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and a backdrop of green mountains.

Haad Yao

A beach at sunset with a clear sky, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

Thong Sala

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