Hostels in Surat Thani Province, Thailand

THE BEST HOSTEL I STAYED AT IN THAILAND. Apologies for shouting, but I had an incredible experience of staying in the Dearly hostel. Hostel/Dorms: I stayed for a week in a female dorm which I would recommend - sheets changed every 3 days, new towels available daily if needed, clean and nice smelling space, and comfortable beds that were not bunk beds. Modern and fresh decor with partitions between beds for more privacy. Such a simple and smart solution! Lovely and friendly cleaning ladies as well:)) The hostel itself surrounded by palm trees; I would definitely recommend to check out their common space on the 3rd floor (pictures attached). Shared Bathroom: clean, modern and nicely smelling bathrooms with shampoo and soap provided in the showers. Diving: I did the PADI open water course organised via dear hostel. As I was staying for a week the hostel offers a good deal for the accommodation combined with diving. The big advantage is a deep swimming pool at the hostel where you can practise diving skills before going into the open water. The swimming pool itself was great - they use salt instead of chlorine, which is both appreciated for the skin and hair. I would definitely recommend the diving instructor we had - Fam - who made us feel comfortable and ready to move from the swimming pool to open water diving. When speaking with other people staying in the hostel they also had a very positive experience with their diving instructors. Social: the hostel organised daily activities which were written on the blackboard in the lobby. I have not participated in many as I have been diving/studying for diving at the time, but it sounded like a good opportunity to meet other ppl. Personally, I made the most connections in my dorm bed and during breakfasts:) really great people and smiley faces with people wanting to be approachable. For partying we were going to the Sairee beach part of the island. This is not a party hard hostel, but it had a very good atmosphere of pre-drinks before going out and having a beer with some friends. Staff: very helpful, attentive and accommodating staff. Good email communication as well:) Breakfast: served 7-10 am; very useful to have it in the hostel when doing morning dives; everyday breakfast included toast, pancakes, fruit in coconut milk, and a rice/rice noodle dish. This was the first hostel breakfast I could eat in Thailand as I have food allergies and the rice/rice noodle dish was always very tasty. I recommended this hostel to three of my travel friends & all really enjoyed their stay here. For me, there is no other hostel alternative on Koh Tao ;) definitely will be back for another diving session! Thank you!

Best hostel I’ve stayed in since travelling around south east Asia!! The rooms were brilliant, curtains on each bed and lockers for each person which ensured privacy and safety. Also the air con worked well. The staff were so kind and helpful. Bathrooms and showers were always clean. The social aspect of this hostel was great, there were upstairs beanbags and also some downstairs by the pool as well as a bar just outside the front. Would definitely go back to ubox when I’m in koh Samui next

I was only supposed to visit koh phagnan for 4 adays and ended up staying for 8 as I had such a great time! Eco beach has the best vibes it was super sociable it felt like a little community. The staff sky, Felix and joe were absolute babes they were friendly, helpful and a really great time. The local ex pats enjoyed the bar too and gave great reccos for places to visit on the island. There were pre parties for the big events with organised transport which was great as a solo traveller. Loved it. If your reading this you should defo go!!

Location is really good, right on the beach and right in town. Would recommend getting a bike here as you can park directly in front of your little bungalow. The bungalows are quiet but very small, the bathroom is also tiny and has a little shower right next to the toilet. The locks on the doors are also weird. I do think it’s slightly overpriced but overall we had a nice stay here.

Beautifully designed and thoughtful spaces. Smart TV & Netflix available. A variety of good food can be ordered. Has a small shop for snacks. Great if you fancy a peacful restful holiday or working holiday where you won't spend too much money, also great for prolonged stays if you want to work digitally write or create Art. Walks in the countryside and a detox from busy city life. The owners/staff were very warm and welcoming and available to help. Amazing value, in the city this would cost minimum 2500 baht. Very impressed!

It is a simple hotel. I went there now and the receptionist just told me they reopened 3 months ago after being closed for almost 2 years due to pandemic. The island has been heavily affected and you can clearly see it, many bussiness closed. Staying near Chaweng was the best option because near this hotel, you can always find restaurants open, there is the shopping mall just 10 minute walk away. From my room I could hear bars playing music until around midnight or 1 AM so maybe this is not the best choice for everyone. They are also doing some refurbishment of 2nd floor so not everything looks perfect and polished. But pool worked fine and seemed clean, I used it. Room would be small for 2 people with luggage. For one it was ok.

Cheap and cheerful.....clean rooms..... excellent staff.....great for a nights stay before you venture off to one of the Islands...next to the river Tapee...great street food next to the river......not much nightlife though....going to stay there again in April....

Quet and nice rooms, clean and cool . Easy to walk everywhere, Choengmon beach just a few minutes walk, 2 minimart open 24/7 close by around five minutes on foot, many restaurants choices with 10 min walk. Definitely my stay in next trip!!! ❤️

We have recently stayed for 6 days at the PS Thana and can thoroughly recommend it. It is very good value for money compared to some of the other accommodations in the Choeng Mon area. We had a Pool-side Villa and it was more than adequate for our requirements. Everything worked perfectly. We had self-catering facilities (not that we used them ourselves) but useful if you wanted to cook in sometimes. Breakfast was a bit limited but enough to keep us going until lunchtime! Thanks to Peang, her mum and the PS Thana Team and a special shout-out to Jackie Chan for his sense of humour and friendliness! We actually preferred staying here rather than the big hotel further down the beach where we stayed for our second week! PS Thana had a generally better vibe and atmosphere probably because it's more compact! We really enjoyed our stay here and hope to return again at some time!

THE BEST HOSTEL I STAYED AT IN THAILAND. Apologies for shouting, but I had an incredible experience of staying in the Dearly hostel. Hostel/Dorms: I stayed for a week in a female dorm which I would recommend - sheets changed every 3 days, new towels available daily if needed, clean and nice smelling space, and comfortable beds that were not bunk beds. Modern and fresh decor with partitions between beds for more privacy. Such a simple and smart solution! Lovely and friendly cleaning ladies as well:)) The hostel itself surrounded by palm trees; I would definitely recommend to check out their common space on the 3rd floor (pictures attached). Shared Bathroom: clean, modern and nicely smelling bathrooms with shampoo and soap provided in the showers. Diving: I did the PADI open water course organised via dear hostel. As I was staying for a week the hostel offers a good deal for the accommodation combined with diving. The big advantage is a deep swimming pool at the hostel where you can practise diving skills before going into the open water. The swimming pool itself was great - they use salt instead of chlorine, which is both appreciated for the skin and hair. I would definitely recommend the diving instructor we had - Fam - who made us feel comfortable and ready to move from the swimming pool to open water diving. When speaking with other people staying in the hostel they also had a very positive experience with their diving instructors. Social: the hostel organised daily activities which were written on the blackboard in the lobby. I have not participated in many as I have been diving/studying for diving at the time, but it sounded like a good opportunity to meet other ppl. Personally, I made the most connections in my dorm bed and during breakfasts:) really great people and smiley faces with people wanting to be approachable. For partying we were going to the Sairee beach part of the island. This is not a party hard hostel, but it had a very good atmosphere of pre-drinks before going out and having a beer with some friends. Staff: very helpful, attentive and accommodating staff. Good email communication as well:) Breakfast: served 7-10 am; very useful to have it in the hostel when doing morning dives; everyday breakfast included toast, pancakes, fruit in coconut milk, and a rice/rice noodle dish. This was the first hostel breakfast I could eat in Thailand as I have food allergies and the rice/rice noodle dish was always very tasty. I recommended this hostel to three of my travel friends & all really enjoyed their stay here. For me, there is no other hostel alternative on Koh Tao ;) definitely will be back for another diving session! Thank you!

I was only supposed to visit koh phagnan for 4 adays and ended up staying for 8 as I had such a great time! Eco beach has the best vibes it was super sociable it felt like a little community. The staff sky, Felix and joe were absolute babes they were friendly, helpful and a really great time. The local ex pats enjoyed the bar too and gave great reccos for places to visit on the island. There were pre parties for the big events with organised transport which was great as a solo traveller. Loved it. If your reading this you should defo go!!

Location is really good, right on the beach and right in town. Would recommend getting a bike here as you can park directly in front of your little bungalow. The bungalows are quiet but very small, the bathroom is also tiny and has a little shower right next to the toilet. The locks on the doors are also weird. I do think it’s slightly overpriced but overall we had a nice stay here.

I stayed here for 3 weeks in 2024. The rooms themselves are quite nice, given the price point. The onsite convenience store was in fact, quite convenient. It stocks everything from toothpaste, to beer to mosquito repellant. On site laundry is a blessing. There is also a bank machine and ATM right outside the store. On the flip side, the views from the room are problematic. If you get the 'sea side' view, you overlook single story concrete huts. You also get to smell the freshly burned garbage from an open bonfire, next door to the motorcycle repair shop. The pool is a bit small and frequently in use by scuba diving courses and now children's swim lessons. All in all, it was a good stay and I have little to complain about.

I stayed here for 5 nights before, during and after the fullmoon party. The owners are really amazing!! 2 Thai guys who run the hostel, they help you with everything but never push you to do something. The beds are comfortable and you got some walls between the beds for some privacy! Its not a party hostel so if you want some rest its the perfect place to be!! A little chill spot upstairs where you can hang out and they let you play your own music on their boombox if you want! I would defenitely recommend this hostel and will go back for sure next time in Phangang!

Really nice atmosphere, friendly like family. They help organize tickets and travel to full moon and other parties. They are close to half moon and jungle experience, and the taxi to full moon party was easy. Rooms are comfy and bathrooms are nice. Would recommend

Very nice and clean room, I would certainly return to this hostel when I enter and leave Pangan

THE BEST HOSTEL I STAYED AT IN THAILAND. Apologies for shouting, but I had an incredible experience of staying in the Dearly hostel. Hostel/Dorms: I stayed for a week in a female dorm which I would recommend - sheets changed every 3 days, new towels available daily if needed, clean and nice smelling space, and comfortable beds that were not bunk beds. Modern and fresh decor with partitions between beds for more privacy. Such a simple and smart solution! Lovely and friendly cleaning ladies as well:)) The hostel itself surrounded by palm trees; I would definitely recommend to check out their common space on the 3rd floor (pictures attached). Shared Bathroom: clean, modern and nicely smelling bathrooms with shampoo and soap provided in the showers. Diving: I did the PADI open water course organised via dear hostel. As I was staying for a week the hostel offers a good deal for the accommodation combined with diving. The big advantage is a deep swimming pool at the hostel where you can practise diving skills before going into the open water. The swimming pool itself was great - they use salt instead of chlorine, which is both appreciated for the skin and hair. I would definitely recommend the diving instructor we had - Fam - who made us feel comfortable and ready to move from the swimming pool to open water diving. When speaking with other people staying in the hostel they also had a very positive experience with their diving instructors. Social: the hostel organised daily activities which were written on the blackboard in the lobby. I have not participated in many as I have been diving/studying for diving at the time, but it sounded like a good opportunity to meet other ppl. Personally, I made the most connections in my dorm bed and during breakfasts:) really great people and smiley faces with people wanting to be approachable. For partying we were going to the Sairee beach part of the island. This is not a party hard hostel, but it had a very good atmosphere of pre-drinks before going out and having a beer with some friends. Staff: very helpful, attentive and accommodating staff. Good email communication as well:) Breakfast: served 7-10 am; very useful to have it in the hostel when doing morning dives; everyday breakfast included toast, pancakes, fruit in coconut milk, and a rice/rice noodle dish. This was the first hostel breakfast I could eat in Thailand as I have food allergies and the rice/rice noodle dish was always very tasty. I recommended this hostel to three of my travel friends & all really enjoyed their stay here. For me, there is no other hostel alternative on Koh Tao ;) definitely will be back for another diving session! Thank you!

Location is really good, right on the beach and right in town. Would recommend getting a bike here as you can park directly in front of your little bungalow. The bungalows are quiet but very small, the bathroom is also tiny and has a little shower right next to the toilet. The locks on the doors are also weird. I do think it’s slightly overpriced but overall we had a nice stay here.

I stayed here for 3 weeks in 2024. The rooms themselves are quite nice, given the price point. The onsite convenience store was in fact, quite convenient. It stocks everything from toothpaste, to beer to mosquito repellant. On site laundry is a blessing. There is also a bank machine and ATM right outside the store. On the flip side, the views from the room are problematic. If you get the 'sea side' view, you overlook single story concrete huts. You also get to smell the freshly burned garbage from an open bonfire, next door to the motorcycle repair shop. The pool is a bit small and frequently in use by scuba diving courses and now children's swim lessons. All in all, it was a good stay and I have little to complain about.

Best hostel I’ve stayed in since travelling around south east Asia!! The rooms were brilliant, curtains on each bed and lockers for each person which ensured privacy and safety. Also the air con worked well. The staff were so kind and helpful. Bathrooms and showers were always clean. The social aspect of this hostel was great, there were upstairs beanbags and also some downstairs by the pool as well as a bar just outside the front. Would definitely go back to ubox when I’m in koh Samui next

It is a simple hotel. I went there now and the receptionist just told me they reopened 3 months ago after being closed for almost 2 years due to pandemic. The island has been heavily affected and you can clearly see it, many bussiness closed. Staying near Chaweng was the best option because near this hotel, you can always find restaurants open, there is the shopping mall just 10 minute walk away. From my room I could hear bars playing music until around midnight or 1 AM so maybe this is not the best choice for everyone. They are also doing some refurbishment of 2nd floor so not everything looks perfect and polished. But pool worked fine and seemed clean, I used it. Room would be small for 2 people with luggage. For one it was ok.

Quet and nice rooms, clean and cool . Easy to walk everywhere, Choengmon beach just a few minutes walk, 2 minimart open 24/7 close by around five minutes on foot, many restaurants choices with 10 min walk. Definitely my stay in next trip!!! ❤️

We have recently stayed for 6 days at the PS Thana and can thoroughly recommend it. It is very good value for money compared to some of the other accommodations in the Choeng Mon area. We had a Pool-side Villa and it was more than adequate for our requirements. Everything worked perfectly. We had self-catering facilities (not that we used them ourselves) but useful if you wanted to cook in sometimes. Breakfast was a bit limited but enough to keep us going until lunchtime! Thanks to Peang, her mum and the PS Thana Team and a special shout-out to Jackie Chan for his sense of humour and friendliness! We actually preferred staying here rather than the big hotel further down the beach where we stayed for our second week! PS Thana had a generally better vibe and atmosphere probably because it's more compact! We really enjoyed our stay here and hope to return again at some time!

The shore, Samui. We were assaulted and kicked out by the the owner who goes by the name of Mike. Let me first explain how it all started: We had a reservation from 13-17. However ,because of the long distance travel, and very limited ferry’s operational hours, we couldn’t get there until the 14th. Once we get there, he fraudulently canceled our reservation in order not to pay any commission fees to the booking.com. Later, we realized he had cancelled our reservation so we couldn’t write a bad review too! We paid him for two days in cash, and I even paid 300 baht more on top of that for the inconvenience which he gladly accepted. The problem started when my car’s tire accidentally hit their flower vase and broke it. Before they said anything, we had already offered to pay for it which we did. However, right after that, he suddenly went crazy on me and my wife and started shouting at us and pushing us, and told us to get out. We asked for a refund for one day as they were the ones kicking us out! They refused. We had to get the police involved and through their assistance, almost two hours later, we got our money back. By then, it was midnight, and like homeless, we had to look for a place to stay, Our vacation was ruined completely. We were humiliated, and it was a very unpleasant experience after all. I would not even recommend this place to my enemy! There is no pool by the way as he falsely advertises on other platforms. Only one private pool which only one room can use it! The balconies are right next to the stairs, so people go up and down, they can stare right into your room, no privacy! Avoid void! To be honest, even one rating is one too many for this place!

Everything was fine. You get what you pay for. Good atmosphere too givenbthat everyone is friendly and agreeable. No complaints at all. There are shops close by including 7/11 and its not that far from a couple of good beaches. The lady that manages the place is cool and chilled and Batman (the Doggie) organises security at the front door lol.

Wonderful hotel! Friendly staff. We asked for a table and they brought it to us. According to the reviews, we were prepared for the worst, but we were lucky, as always)) The view was a luxurious, cozy balcony and the noise somehow didn’t bother us at all. We were lucky, apparently we were on the lucky side. The room is comfortable, the air conditioning works well, comfortable beds, a kettle, mugs and glasses, teaspoons. There is gel and shampoo in the shower. And the most important thing is super flying Internet! We would have stayed even longer, but the places were all taken. The hotel is located right next to the Central Festival Shopping Center. There's also a night market there. The beach is a maximum of 10 minutes, the landmark is opposite McDonald's, which is closer to the center. I thank the hotel owners and staff for the warm welcome and good attitude!

Since there was a pandemic lockdown they gave me a really good deal on the price of the room for one month. 400 bhat a day. The location was preferable too. They have around 7-8 cats that are around the property at all times sometimes they would even come into my room and demand food and I didn't hesitate to give them. It's quite nice to have furry beings around when ur alone. Anyway, the stay was averagely mediocre..however the running water from the tap and shower smelled absolutely horrible and odd at all times like it was being drawn from a contaminated ground, they should look into it. The owner of the place was really nice and helpful. There were many staff members working there since they also have a running restaurant during the day time. Sometimes, I did get the sense that when I left the property, somebody snooped through my things because I realize that my things didn't remain the way the were since I left.