Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel

7/31 Moo.2, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani, 84280 Koh Tao, Thailand·View on map

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7.6
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Check-infrom 14:30
Check-outuntil 11:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel is a hostel in Mae Haad, Koh Tao, with a garden and an outdoor swimming pool. Mae Haad is the island’s pier-side village, making the hostel a short walk from ferry arrivals and the shoreline. The property has a bar, outdoor seating and free WiFi throughout, as well as free public parking on site without a reservation.

Accommodation ranges from a bed in a four-bed mixed dormitory to a Standard Double Room and a Twin Room with Balcony; all three measure 20 m². The dorm has a bunk bed, while the double room has a king-size bed and the twin room has two single beds. Rooms feature balconies with garden views, air conditioning, private bathrooms and private pools, along with desks and seating areas. Guests often praise the friendly, helpful staff and the quiet setting near the pier. Feedback on room and bathroom cleanliness is mixed, and some reviewers mention insects or occasional pool maintenance.

Rooms

3 room types · 20–20 m²

The accommodation is arranged as three 20 m² options: a bed in a four-bed mixed dormitory, a Standard Double Room and a Twin Room with Balcony. The dormitory is for one person and has a bunk bed; the other two rooms each accommodate two. A king-size bed is provided in the double, while the twin has two single beds.

All three room types have a balcony, garden view, air conditioning, a private bathroom and a private pool. A desk, seating area, fan and clothes rack are also part of each room’s amenities. The room layouts range from a solo bunk to a private double or twin arrangement, with garden-facing balconies and the same core indoor features throughout. Garden views run across all three room types.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

20 m² Max. 1 guests 1 Bunk bed
BalconyGarden viewSeating area

This 20 m² mixed dormitory room accommodates one person and has a bunk bed. Its balcony overlooks the garden, and the room includes air conditioning, a fan, a desk and a seating area. A private pool and private bathroom are also part of this solo accommodation.

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Standard Double Room — Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel

Standard Double Room

20 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Private poolAir conditioningDesk

The Standard Double Room provides 20 m² for two people, with a king-size bed as its defining layout. It has a balcony with a garden view, air conditioning and a private pool. A desk and seating area complete the room, along with a private bathroom.

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Twin Room with Balcony — Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel

Twin Room with Balcony

20 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
FanClothes rackBalcony

Designed for two people sharing separate beds, this 20 m² room has two single beds and a balcony. It also has a garden view, air conditioning and a private pool. A fan and clothes rack are included, with a private bathroom completing the room.

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Facilities

36 facilities
Parking
Balcony
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Free parking
Outdoor swimming pool
Shower
Evening entertainment
Lockers

Guests have an outdoor swimming pool, a garden with outdoor furniture and a bar, as well as free WiFi throughout the property. Free public parking is available on site without a reservation. Happy hour and evening entertainment are available, and board games and puzzles provide another indoor activity. Lockers and laundry are among the practical shared facilities.

Room amenities include air conditioning and a fan, with balconies, garden views and seating areas adding to the indoor-outdoor feel. Desks and clothes racks are also provided. Bathrooms have towels, a toilet, a shower and a bidet, alongside a private bathroom for each room. CCTV covers the exterior of the property and the common areas.

General

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private pool
  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Happy hour
  • Evening entertainment
  • Lockers
  • Laundry
  • Board games/puzzles
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fan
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Food & drink

  • Bar

In the room

  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Garden view
  • Clothes rack
  • Seating area
  • Desk

Media & technology

  • Internet services

Parking

  • Parking

Mae Haad is Koh Tao’s pier village, and Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel is in its built-up west-coast stretch. Mae Haad Beach is 100 m away, and Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 150 m from the hostel. La Latina Koh Tao and Annie S Goodies are each 50 m away, among the nearby dining options.

Koh Tao has no airport, so visitors arrive by boat at Mae Haad. Ferries connect the island with Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Chumphon and Surat Thani, with crossing times varying by departure point. From the pier, the hostel is a short walk. Pick-up truck taxis and scooters can take you farther around the island, although roads down to east-coast bays are steep. Free public parking is available on site.

Sairee Beach is 700 m away, while Jansom Bay Beach is 1 km away and Sai Nuan Beach is 1.4 km away. Mae Haad and Sairee are linked by a flat brick path along the shore, about a 15-minute walk. Koh Tao is known for scuba diving, with sites including Chumphon Pinnacle, Southwest Pinnacle, White Rock and the HTMS Sattakut wreck. Koh Nang Yuan can be reached by long-tail boat from Mae Haad or Sairee. Whale sharks are most often seen from March to May and September to October; ferry conditions are roughest from October to December.

  • Mae Haad Beach
    A west-coast swimming beach a short walk from the hostel.
    100 m
  • Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier
    Ferry terminal serving arrivals and departures from the island.
    150 m
  • Welcome to Koh Tao Turtle Monument
    A landmark near the pier in the Mae Haad village centre.
    250 m
  • Rama V Shrine
    A small religious landmark close to Mae Haad’s pier-side streets.
    350 m
  • Sairee Beach
    A long beach with dive schools, restaurants and sunset views.
    700 m
  • Jansom Bay Beach
    A smaller bay south of Mae Haad with a sandy shore.
    1 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to stay near the ferry: Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 150 m away.
  • ✓you value time outdoors: the hostel has a garden, outdoor furniture and an outdoor swimming pool.
  • ✓you want Mae Haad Beach close by: it is 100 m from the hostel.
  • ✓you are travelling alone and want a dorm bed: the mixed dormitory accommodates one person.
  • ✓you are travelling as a pair and prefer a private room: choose the double or twin room, each for up to two people.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need to check in later than 18:00: the check-in window ends at 18:00.
  • ✕you expect consistently spotless bathrooms: some reviewers criticised bathroom cleanliness and older facilities.
  • ✕you need a pool with consistently reported upkeep: some guests mentioned occasional maintenance issues.
  • ✕you prefer not to pay a cash deposit on arrival: a THB 500 damage deposit is collected in cash and returned after inspection at check-out.

What guests say

428 verified reviews
7.6

Guests praise the friendly, helpful staff and appreciate the quiet setting near the pier. The pool is a welcome place to relax, though some mention occasional maintenance issues. Feedback on room cleanliness is mixed, with criticism of bathroom upkeep and occasional reports of insects.

Location9.0
Staff8.6
Cleanliness7.7
Comfort7.7
Value for money7.7
Facilities7.6
Free WiFi7.5

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel cost?

Rates at Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel vary by season, room type and dates. You can view current rates for your dates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel?

Koh Tao has no airport, so reach Mae Haad by ferry; the hostel is 150 m from Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier. The final stretch is a short walk from the pier. Free public parking is available on site without a reservation. Check-in is from 14:30 to 18:00, so plan to arrive during that window.

What is near Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel?

Mae Haad Beach is 100 m from the hostel, and Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 150 m away. The Welcome to Koh Tao Turtle Monument is 250 m away, while Rama V Shrine is 350 m away. Sairee Beach is 700 m away; Jansom Bay Beach is 1 km away. Mae Haad is the pier village, so ferries and the shoreline are both close.

Does Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel have a damage deposit?

Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel collects a THB 500 damage deposit in cash on arrival. The deposit is refunded in full at check-out after an inspection of the property, so the payment method and inspection condition apply to the return.

What room types can you book at Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel?

Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel has a bed in a 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room for one person, plus a Standard Double Room and a Twin Room with Balcony for up to two people each. The double has a king-size bed; the twin has two single beds. All three room types measure 20 m² and have a balcony and private bathroom.

Does Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel have a swimming pool?

Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel has an outdoor swimming pool that is available year-round. Each of its three room types also has a private pool, and the property has a garden with outdoor furniture.

Is WiFi available at Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel?

Yes, Isla Tortuga Diving & Hostel provides free WiFi throughout the property. Rooms also have a desk and seating area, alongside air conditioning and a fan.

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