Jungle Gym & Ecolodge is located in Haad Rin, Koh Phangan, just a short walk from the famous Full Moon Party and Rin Beach, making it ideal for those wanting to be close to the action. The property enjoys excellent location and user ratings, and a good cleanliness rating. The guesthouse offers a range of facilities, including a swimming pool, fitness centre, restaurant, bar, and private parking. Guests can also enjoy a terrace, garden, and room service, as well as free Wi-Fi.
Ko Samui
29/06 – 09/07
NZ$191/nighttotal: NZ$1910 (10 )
U Hub Chaweng Hotel
2 5
hostel , Koh Samui
The U Hub Chaweng is a 3-star hotel situated in Koh Samui, located 5 kilometres from the city centre and in close proximity to Bangrak Beach, Chaweng Beach, and Bangkok Hospital. This accommodation offers air conditioning, parking, and a safe-deposit box, with guests advised to confirm potential mandatory gala dinner fees and note Thailand's drone regulations.
8.3 176 reviews
Ko Samui
13/11 – 23/11
NZ$79/nighttotal: NZ$790 (10 )
Tian Ming Hostel
1 4
hostel , Chaweng
Tian Ming Hostel is situated near Chaweng Beach on Koh Samui, Thailand, 5.3km from Fisherman's Village and 7.6km from the Big Buddha. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom guesthouse offers air conditioning, parking, safety deposit boxes, and electric teapots in all rooms; some rooms have city views, and it's a 3km drive from Samui International Airport.
8.1 444 reviews
Ko Samui
01/12 – 28/02
NZ$331/nighttotal: NZ$29459 (89 )
Phangan Pearl Hostel
1 2
hostel , Haad Rin
Phangan Pearl Hostel is a beachfront guesthouse situated in Haad Rin, Ko Pha-ngan, steps from Haad Rin Pier and within a 2.4km radius of Haad Rin Nok and Haad Leela beaches. This budget-friendly lodging offers a swimming pool, fitness centre, and on-site restaurant, alongside free Wi-Fi in communal areas and laundry facilities; it features one bedroom and one bathroom.
8.5 66 reviews
Ko Samui
22/07 – 29/07
NZ$116/nighttotal: NZ$812 (7 )
Three Monkeys Chaweng Beach
1 2
hostel , Amphoe Koh Samui
Three Monkeys Chaweng Beach, a hostel in Amphoe Koh Samui, is located 5.3 kilometres from Big Buddha and 5.6 kilometres from Fisherman Village. This 20 square metre accommodation offers one bedroom and one bathroom, with air conditioning, complimentary WiFi, and airport transportation, plus car rental is available for exploring the island.
8.5 903 reviews
Ko Samui
25/07 – 07/08
NZ$111/nighttotal: NZ$1443 (13 )
Chill Inn Lipa Noi Hostel And Beach Cafe
1 5
hostel , Koh Samui
Chill Inn Lipa Noi Hostel and Beach Cafe is situated in Lipa Noi, a tranquil beach area on Koh Samui's southwestern coast, approximately 16 kilometres from Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks and 24 kilometres from Fisherman's Village. This hostel provides direct access to Lipa Noi Beach, a restaurant serving international cuisine, and a range of water sports activities for guests to enjoy.
9.5 5 reviews
Ko Samui
21/07 – 19/08
NZ$19/nighttotal: NZ$551 (29 )
Hostel Samui
1 1
hostel , Ko Samui
Hostel Samui, located in Nathon Bay, is situated 200 metres from Chaweng Beach, 5.3 kilometres from the Big Buddha and 5.7 kilometres from Fisherman's Village. This accommodation offers complimentary Wi-Fi, an on-site restaurant and bar, air-conditioned rooms with sea-view balconies, and 24-hour reception, with pets being welcome.
9.4 7 reviews
Ko Samui
20/07 – 05/08
NZ$25/nighttotal: NZ$400 (16 )
Baan Hinlad Home And Hostel
1 2
hostel , Ko Samui
Baan Hinlad Home and Hostel on Koh Samui offers excellent guest ratings and convenient access to transport links, though its precise location within the island requires further clarification to determine proximity to specific landmarks. This Koh Samui lodging provides complimentary airport transfers, BBQ facilities, laundry services, free Wi-Fi, and parking, alongside various room amenities including balconies, linen service, and toiletries in selected rooms.
9.7 408 reviews
Ko Samui
06/07 – 20/07
NZ$117/nighttotal: NZ$1638 (14 )
Bunkhouse Koh Phangan
1 6
hostel , Thongsala
Bunkhouse Koh Phangan is located a short walk from a beach on Koh Phangan, offering convenient access to the island's attractions. This hostel provides air-conditioned dormitory rooms with privacy curtains, individual power sockets, and personal security lockers, plus a bar, terrace, garden and parking.
8.4 22 reviews
Ko Samui
01/08 – 04/08
NZ$15/nighttotal: NZ$45 (3 )
Lazy Lizard Hostel
1 1
hostel
The Lazy Lizard Hostel offers accommodation in Chaweng, Koh Samui, situated within a 10-minute walk of Phetch Buncha Thai Boxing Stadium, Chaweng Beach, Chaweng Walking Street, and Chaweng Lake. This hostel provides guests with free Wi-Fi in common areas, air conditioning, a garden, a restaurant, a bar, and complimentary unassisted parking.
8.4 435 reviews
Ko Samui
05/09 – 19/09
NZ$47/nighttotal: NZ$658 (14 )
Chill Inn Chaweng Hostel And Cafe
1 2
hostel , Chaweng
Chill Inn Chaweng Hostel and Cafe offers convenient access to Koh Samui's beaches and attractions, its precise location within Chaweng remaining unspecified but implied to be central. This Koh Samui hostel provides a range of rooms from private triples to 6-bed dorms, featuring air conditioning, a social common room with a pool table, and organised tours to Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Pig Island, and Ang Thong National Marine Park.
8.1 1452 reviews
Ko Samui
29/06 – 09/07
NZ$100/nighttotal: NZ$1000 (10 )
Sasitara Residence
1 5
hostel , Chaweng
Sasitara Residence, a hostel located in Chaweng, is a 10-minute drive from the beach and Samui Airport, and a 5-minute drive from Chaweng Shopping Centre. This accommodation offers spacious air-conditioned rooms with balconies and sea views, an outdoor swimming pool, a sun terrace, and free Wi-Fi, with kitchenette facilities including a fridge and microwave oven.
Best Ko Samui hostels with breakfast
Among the 170 accommodations in Ko Samui, here are the 4 best hostels with breakfast
9.2 203 reviews
Ko Samui
18/07 – 22/07
NZ$425/nighttotal: NZ$1700 (4 )
The Rock Samui Beach Resort
1 2
hostel , Koh Samui
The Rock Samui Beach Resort, a beachside establishment on Koh Samui, offers direct coastal exploration and complimentary Wi-Fi, with airport transfers and free on-site parking facilitating guest arrivals. This resort provides an on-site spa, a swimming pool, and laundry services, alongside air-conditioned rooms featuring separate living areas and balconies, with some rooms offering video streaming and daily newspapers.
Ko Samui
13/11 – 23/11
NZ$448/nighttotal: NZ$4480 (10 )
Ubox Samui Hostel Chaweng Beach
2 4
hostel , Koh Samui
Ubox Samui Hostel Chaweng Beach offers direct ocean access on Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui, with a private beach area. This accommodation provides complimentary Wi-Fi, air conditioning in select rooms, a swimming pool, a bar, laundry services, and daily entertainment.
8.6 734 reviews
Ko Samui
24/07 – 03/08
NZ$97/nighttotal: NZ$970 (10 )
P168 Hostel Samui
1 2
hostel , Chaweng
P168 Hostel Samui enjoys a central Chaweng location, a two-minute walk from Chaweng Beach and 1.4 kilometres from Chaweng Noi Beach. This family-friendly guesthouse offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant serving American and Thai cuisine, a bar, free Wi-Fi, and a shared lounge and terrace; an airport shuttle is available at an extra cost.
8.6 434 reviews
Ko Samui
24/07 – 03/08
NZ$49/nighttotal: NZ$490 (10 )
Propaganda Hostel
1 2
hostel , Thongsala
PROpaganda Hostel in Ko Phangan enjoys a convenient location, a short walk (approximately 0.9km) from Thong Sala Beach and within a few kilometres of other beaches such as Nai Wok Beach (1.6km) and Baan Tai Beach (1.9km), plus Phaeng Waterfall (3.8km) and Tharn Sadet Waterfall (16km). This guesthouse offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, a shared lounge, and free private parking; some rooms include balconies, and it has one bedroom and one bathroom.
Best Ko Samui hostels with a locker
9.7 13 reviews
Ko Samui
20/06 – 27/06
NZ$77/nighttotal: NZ$539 (7 )
Host's El Fisherman
1 2
hostel , Amphoe Koh Samui
Host's El Fisherman is a guesthouse in Amphoe Koh Samui, located a 5-minute walk from Bophut Beach and a 12-minute walk from Fisherman Village. This accommodation offers complimentary WiFi, air conditioning, a terrace, garden, bar, and parking, with rooms measuring 32 square meters and accommodating one guest.
8.6 216 reviews
Ko Samui
20/06 – 27/06
NZ$28/nighttotal: NZ$196 (7 )
Haad Chaweng Resort And Hostel
1 2
hostel , Koh Samui
Haad Chaweng Resort And Hostel is located in Koh Samui, 5 kilometres from the city centre, offering proximity to Chaweng Yai Beach, Bangkok Hospital, and Chaweng Noi Beach. This hostel provides air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, a terrace, a garden, concierge services, a restaurant, a bar, and valet and on-site parking for up to two guests, with a check-out time of 12:00.
8.8 617 reviews
Ko Samui
20/07 – 05/08
NZ$58/nighttotal: NZ$928 (16 )
Phatra Hostel
1 2
hostel , Thongsala
Phatra Hostel is located in Thongsala, just a short walk from Thong Sala Beach and Baan Tai Beach, and is within easy reach of Phaeng Waterfall (4.3 km), Ko Ma (13 km) and Tharn Sadet Waterfall (15 km). The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location and overall experience. The hostel has one bedroom and one bathroom, and features a kitchen with a fridge, air conditioning, a terrace or balcony, a garden and parking. It also offers free Wi-Fi and is within walking distance of shops, restaurants and other local amenities in Thongsala.
8.9 505 reviews
Ko Samui
01/07 – 08/07
NZ$34/nighttotal: NZ$238 (7 )
Mai Place By Aforetime
1 2
hostel , Taling Ngam Beach
Aforetime House @ Samui is located in Taling Ngam, Koh Samui, a short walk from Taling Ngam Beach and within 8-13km of Hin Lad and Namuang Waterfalls. This one-bedroom guesthouse offers air conditioning, a kitchenette with fridge and microwave in select rooms, free Wi-Fi, a terrace, and a shared lounge; concierge services are also available.
Frequently asked questions about hostels in Ko Samui
What’s the best budget-friendly way to reach Ko Samui?
The cheapest way to get to Ko Samui is by flying into Samui Airport (USM). You can often find good deals on flights from Bangkok or other major cities. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Surat Thani, but it's a longer journey.
What should you know before renting a hostel in Ko Samui?
Most hostels in Ko Samui are concentrated in the popular areas of Chaweng and Lamai. Be sure to check reviews and compare prices before booking. If you're travelling during peak season, book well in advance as hostels can get fully booked.
What are the best hostels with a pool in Ko Samui?
What's the best time of the year to visit Ko Samui?
The best time to visit Ko Samui is during the dry season, from November to April. The weather is sunny and warm, with little rainfall. This is also the busiest time of year, so expect higher prices and more crowds.
What are the best hostels with a jacuzzi in Ko Samui?
Where in Ko Samui can you find the best areas to stay in a hostel?
Chaweng is the most popular area for hostels, offering a wide range of options from budget-friendly to more luxurious. Lamai is another good choice, with a quieter atmosphere and more affordable prices.
What are the best hostels for families and kids in Ko Samui?
U're Holitel, a 2-star guesthouse, is situated on Koh Phangan, 9km from the island's town centre and conveniently close to Full Moon Beach, Haad Leela Beach, and Haad Yuan Beach. This budget-friendly lodging offers free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and en-suite bathrooms; a mandatory gala dinner fee applies (contact the hotel for details).
8.6 1125 reviews
Ko Samui
25/07 – 07/08
NZ$199/nighttotal: NZ$2587 (13 )
Eclipse Hostel And Bar
1 5
hostel , Haad Rin
Eclipse Hostel and Bar is situated in Haad Rin, just a minute's walk from Haad Rin Nok Beach, and is approximately 14 kilometres from Ko Ma. The hostel offers guests a bar, restaurant, and spa, along with a terrace, free Wi-Fi, and parking.
8.5 514 reviews
Ko Samui
06/07 – 20/07
NZ$474/nighttotal: NZ$6636 (14 )
Alpha Gay Resort & Spa - Men Only
1 6
hostel , Chaweng
Alpha Gay Resort & Spa - Men Only is located in Chaweng, a short distance from popular venues like KC Beach Club and Solo Bar. The resort has received very good ratings for its overall experience, with good ratings for location and cleanliness. The resort offers a range of amenities including a swimming pool, sauna, and spa, as well as a restaurant, bar, and fitness centre. Guests can also enjoy the shared lounge and terrace, barbecue facilities, and business centre.
8.7 9 reviews
Ko Samui
20/06 – 27/06
NZ$88/nighttotal: NZ$616 (7 )
Noah’s Ark Cannabis Bar Restaurant Hostel
1 2
hostel , Koh Samui
Noah's Ark hostel enjoys a central Lamai City Centre location, less than 0.8km from Lamai Beach and the Lamai Night Market. This Koh Samui budget lodging offers an on-site restaurant, bar, and free Wi-Fi, plus tour assistance and towel changes on request.
Best Ko Samui hostels with laundry available
9.2 474 reviews
Ko Samui
13/11 – 23/11
NZ$71/nighttotal: NZ$710 (10 )
Baan Hinlad Home And Hostel
2 4
hostel , Lipa Noi
Baan Hinlad Home and Hostel is located in Lipa Noi, Koh Phangan, 2.4 kilometres from Laem Din Beach, 17.7 kilometres from Grandfather's Grandmother's Rocks, and 20.9 kilometres from Fisherman's Village. This guesthouse offers 8-square-metre rooms sleeping up to two guests, featuring air conditioning, a private bathroom, and free Wi-Fi; free bikes are available, and a restaurant serving local cuisine is on-site.
8.0 310 reviews
Ko Samui
09/08 – 29/08
NZ$42/nighttotal: NZ$840 (20 )
Ubox Samui Hostel & Bungalow - Chaweng Beach
1 2
hostel , Chaweng
Ubox Samui Hostel - Chaweng Beach is situated in Chaweng, steps from Chaweng Beach and a 3.1km walk from Chaweng Noi Beach, offering convenient access to Samui International Airport (3km away). This guesthouse features a swimming pool, terrace, garden, bar, and free private parking, plus a shared lounge and private beach access; it includes one bedroom and one bathroom.
8.8 103 reviews
Ko Samui
20/06 – 27/06
NZ$58/nighttotal: NZ$406 (7 )
Beach Yard Hostel
1 2
hostel , Ban Nua
Beach Yard Hostel in Ban Nua, Koh Phangan, offers a private room with ensuite bathroom, situated close to Baan Tai Beach and 7.4km from Phaeng Waterfall. This adults-only guesthouse provides a terrace, garden, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, fridge, microwave, and access to a shared bathroom; it sleeps one guest and offers private beach access.
9.5 523 reviews
Ko Samui
05/09 – 19/09
NZ$184/nighttotal: NZ$2576 (14 )
The Rock Samui Poshtel Lamai Beach
1 2
hostel , Lamai
The Rock Samui - Formerly Known As The Rock Residence - Sha Extra Plus is located in Lamai, a short walk from Rocky's Beach, and is approximately 10 miles from Fisherman Village, 11 miles from Big Buddha, and a 17-minute walk from Lamai Viewpoint. The hostel has received excellent user ratings, with very good reviews for its location and cleanliness. The hostel provides a communal lounge and terrace for guests to socialise and enjoy the views. Amenities include a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, a jacuzzi, a spa, a restaurant and a bar, as well as room service, valet parking and a private beach area.