Aerial view of the hostel, pool and sea, Koh Tao

Practical info

Practical info

Everything you need to know before you arrive.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in: 14:00 to 20:00

Check-out: By 11:00

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before arrival. After that, the first night is charged. No-show: the full stay is charged.

Good to know

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Free coffee/tea at reception
  • Shared lounge with TV
  • Work spots
  • Luggage storage
  • Lockers
  • Daily cleaning
  • 24/7 CCTV
  • Concierge
  • Dive centre on site

House rules

  • Registered guests only (2,000 THB fine for an undeclared visitor)
  • No food or drink in the beds
  • Towel deposit 500 THB
  • Dorm linen changed every 3 days, private rooms every 2 days
  • Quiet, non-party hostel: we keep evenings calm so everyone sleeps well before a dive
Wi-Fi Free Wi-Fi in every room and the common areas, with quiet spots to work. Remote workers stay here regularly; if you need numbers before you commit, message us on WhatsApp and we will run a speed test for you on the spot.
Breakfast Not included, but free coffee is served at reception and restaurants are a minute away.
Payment Cash, credit and debit cards. Card payments carry the standard Thai bank fee of 3.5%, so cash is the cheaper option. There are ATMs a couple of minutes away in the village.
Languages Fluent English and French at the desk. Spanish-speaking dive instructors on site (the dive team covers EN, FR, DE, ES, TH, ZH).
Long stay No fixed long-stay rate yet, but weekly and monthly stays are common here: message us on WhatsApp with your dates and we will work something out.
Transfer Free transfer to Tanote Bay leaves from our door.

Getting here

We are a 300m walk from the Mae Haad pier, in the heart of the village. Coming from the ferry, turn toward the walking street and you are about eight minutes away. Going diving? The free transfer to Tanote Bay leaves from our door.

2,102 Tambon Ko Tao, Koh Tao, Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

FAQ

Is the try-scuba in the pool really free?

Yes. If you stay at the hostel, your first scuba session in our pool is free, with a Buddha View instructor. No experience needed. Ocean dives and courses are paid and run by the dive centre.

Do you have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in every room and the common areas, with quiet spots to work. Remote workers stay here regularly; if you need numbers before you commit, message us on WhatsApp and we will run a speed test for you on the spot.
Is breakfast included?

Breakfast is not included, but free coffee is offered at reception and restaurants are a minute away.

How can I pay?

Cash, credit or debit cards. Card payments carry the standard Thai bank fee of 3.5%, so cash is the cheaper option. ATMs are a couple of minutes away in the village.

Which languages does the team speak?
Fluent English and French at the desk. Spanish-speaking dive instructors on site (the dive team covers EN, FR, DE, ES, TH, ZH).
Is it a party hostel?
No. We are calm and social, clean and quiet. Great if you want to sleep well and dive the next day.
Do you have a women-only dorm?
Yes, a private 4-bed female dorm for a calmer, relaxed stay.
How far is the ferry?

300 m from Mae Haad pier, about an 8-minute walk.

Can I dive even if I have never tried?
Absolutely. Start with the free pool session, then go to the ocean if you love it. No experience needed, gear and transport included.
What is your cancellation policy?
Free up to 24 hours before arrival. After that, the first night is charged. No-show: the full stay is charged.
I am over 40 and have never dived. Is this for me?
Absolutely. There is no upper age limit for diving, just a standard medical questionnaire before you start. The free pool session is the perfect zero-pressure way to see how it feels, and the instructors teach first-timers of every age.
I am certified but have not dived in years. Can I just jump back in?
Tell us how long it has been when you book. If it has been a while, the centre will run a quick skills refresh in the pool before your first ocean dive, so you can get back in the water with confidence.
Where are the 7-Eleven, ATM and laundry?
The 7-Eleven, ATM and laundry are all a 2-minute walk from the hostel.