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The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel

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A wooden deck surrounding a clear blue pool with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure. - The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel (Koh Tao)
A balcony with a bed, a pillow, and a lamp. - The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel (Koh Tao)
A hostel interior with patterned textiles, a wooden sign with a turtle logo, and wicker furniture. - The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel (Koh Tao)
A spacious room with a central seating area, a ceiling fan, and large windows with a view of greenery. - The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel (Koh Tao)
A spacious balcony with wooden railings, a seating area with cushions, and potted plants. - The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel (Koh Tao)
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a 24-hour business center at The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and a restaurant are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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A room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a wicker chair.

Basic Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a balcony, and a window.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden chair, a small table, a mirror, and a balcony with a curtain.

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table with a plant.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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A minimalist hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a wicker chair, and a small wooden cabinet.

Basic Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a small table with a lamp, and a view of the outside balcony.

4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden wardrobes, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom with a wooden door.

6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Chalok Baan Kao, a neighborhood in Koh Tao, is home to The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel. Shoppers can check out Sairee Plaza, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sairee Beach and Chalok Baan Kao Bay. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkeling and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Koh Tao travel guide
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Chalok, 14/55, Koh Tao, Surat Thani, 84360

What's nearby

  • A beach with several boats anchored near the shore, surrounded by palm trees and a sandy beach.
    Chalok Baan Kao Bay
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A sunset over a calm sea with boats and palm trees.
    Mae Haad Bay
    2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • A calm sea with boats and people swimming.
    Aow Leuk Beach
    3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Shark Bay
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Chalok Viewpoint
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Restaurants

  • Koppee Espresso Bar & Restaurant (โกปี๊)
    7 min walk
  • Lung Pae ร้านลุงแป๊ะ
    12 min walk
  • Babaloo Restaurant
    9 min walk
  • Kingfish Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Chalok Harbour
    12 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free beach shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Communal living room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: THB 300 per person, per stay
  • A damage deposit of THB 1000 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel located?

Located in Chalok Baan Kao, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Chalok Baan Kao Bay, Chalok Viewpoint, and Shark Bay. Haad Sai Daeng Beach and John-Suwan Viewpoint are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place very well located
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
loved this hostel - hadn't stayed in one for over 30 years and fell in love with it at first sight - highly recommend - friendly, helpful, kind staff, great food - comfy stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, beautiful pool and rooftop, very good brekkie and bedrooms! The activities are very nice too! The hostel is a bit outside of the center (20 minutes walk), but you have very good beaches close by
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved this hostel - met lots of great people from around the world. Very clean, friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast, perfect location. Couldn’t have asked for better!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an unforgettable week with truly the best staff. JJ, Sarah, Bam, Piggy, Jade & Jade, etc. did an incredible job making all the guests feel welcome and provided top-notch service, from helping me through scuba dive training to organizing the free daily beach and sunset bar shuttle. Amenities were top notch - the hostel is a bit outside the main strip but perfect for a peaceful scuba getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A must visit, hidden gem

The best hostel ever☺️ Clean, big rooms and comfy beds, beautiful location and very cute staff🥰 Quiet and serene, beautiful pool and i found it a very social atmosphere. 100% will be back! Thank you The Dearly Hostel for an amazing stay.
Pool area
6 bed mixed dorm
Rooftop sunset view
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Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of my favourite places I stayed while in Thailand for a month. Very clean and I loved my private room with the balcony. Great breakfast and the free beach shuttle was great. I did get woken up by nearby cockerels every morning but I didn't mind. The hostel didn't have a social vibe while I was there but I think that was more down to the people who were staying there at the time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Café da manhã simples e sem muita variação porém gostoso e diário. Me ofereceram um upgrade de acomodação já que o hotel estava bem vazio, o que foi ótimo. Quarto com ar condicionado e oferecem 2 garrafas de água todos os dias também. O quarto não tem frigobar e o hotel não possui cozinha. Há transportes diários para praias ao redor da ilha no começo da tarde e no pôr do sol. Tem serviço de aluguel de toalha para praia. A hospedagem fica próxima a Shark Bay, da pra ir a pé até a praia, várias lojas próximas a orla, algumas 7 Eleven por perto. Lavanderia um pouco longe (caso queira usar a coin-laundry, 15 minutos de caminhada) ou outras lojas que cobram 50baht por quilo de roupa e te entregam no dia seguinte. A vista do quarto era linda, tinha uma árvore florida e esquilos. Quem quiser fazer curso de mergulho eles também oferecem à parte, o iniciante tem 3 dias de duração. Melhor hospedagem que tive até agora nesta viagem da Tailândia, recomendo demais para quem quiser conhecer Koh Tao.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Personnel très accueillant, chambre agréable très propre.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Chambre propre, personnel agréable et les navettes gratuites pour certaines activités sont vraiment agréables
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top hostel met een heerlijk zwembad en mooie kamers!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025