Koh Tao
Koh Tao, a small paradise island in the Gulf of Thailand, is renowned as a world-class diving destination, with crystal-clear seas, abundant marine life, beautiful beaches, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Koh Tao East Coast provides stunning views and a richer variety of marine life, although it offers fewer amenities compared to the west coast.
Tanote Bay is the most developed area along the east coast, but luxury hotels and villas are also scattered around Shark Bay, Sai Daeng Beach, and the cape between these two bays. Below, you’ll find the top-rated hotels in Koh Tao East Coast, as well as a comprehensive list of all the hotels in the east coast with their estimated prices. Rates are in Baht (THB) per night.
Jamahkiri Dive Resort & Spa on Koh Tao, known as the island’s first luxury 5-star spa resort, offers a complete indulgent experience to ensure your trip is unforgettable. You’ll find a variety of elegant suites, rooms, and the new pool villas, all equipped with excellent amenities and boasting breathtaking ocean views of Shark Bay…

Tanote Villa Resort promises an idyllic getaway for families and couples seeking solace amidst breathtaking ocean views. Embrace the essence of paradise as you indulge in their top-notch resort amenities. Tanote Villa Resort is suitable for extended, leisurely vacations. With two infinity pools, a Thai Fusion Restaurant & Bar…

Chabalay Resort in Koh Tao’s southern Aow Leuk Bay offers 22 years of rustic charm. Nine wooden bungalows, equipped with amenities and stunning sea views, provide a cozy retreat. Guests enjoy sunrise and moonrise vistas, a gentle sea breeze, and complimentary access to Aow Leuk Bay for snorkeling and scuba diving…

Cape Shark Villas is a highly-rated destination for tourists, celebrities, and famous athletes. The estate features unique villas with private infinity pools overlooking Shark Bay of Koh Tao. Most villas are pet-friendly, offering AC, and well-equipped kitchens. Food delivery is convenient, and daily minibar restocking is included…

Discover Sai Daeng Resort, an exquisite retreat perched on Koh Tao’s southeastern cape. Immerse yourself in nature as you stay in tropical loft-style bungalows, seamlessly blending with untouched rocks and trees inside and outside your rooms. Whether it’s a romantic getaway or a group adventure for up to 10…

Escape to serene luxury pool villas at Villas del Sol Koh Tao. These Mediterranean-style villas offer sea views amid lush tropical surroundings. With only three villas, it’s perfect for travellers and families seeking tranquillity. Choose Villa Solana for a romantic 1-bedroom escape or Villa Eliana and Villa Eleadora for family…
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Explore Koh Tao: Around Island Snorkeling TripOxygen Tour Koh Tao offers snorkeling and sightseeing trips around Koh Tao. Their “Around Island” snorkeling tour visits five prime spots, including Koh Nang Yuan, Mango Bay, Hin Wong Bay, Aow Leuk, and Shark Bay, with opportunities to see sea turtles and blacktip reef sharks.
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A large, remote bay in the north of Koh Tao with a small beach. There are various well built bungalows along the hillside offering stunning views. It’s one of the most popular bays being visited by island day trips and divers and it can get quite busy.
| NAME | RATE (Min) | RATE (Max) | BOOKING |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ao Muong Beach Resort | 1,760 | 4,500 | More details |
| Mango Bay Boutique Resort | 2,000 | 5,900 | More details |

Hotels in Mango Bay, Koh Tao
A secluded bay with a few choices of family run bungalow resorts. Laid back and peaceful, the bungalows are built in the hill with a few nearer the water. All offer wonderful panoramic views of the ocean and lush hillside. The resorts haven’t changed much since the early 90’s and they still retain a very relaxed atmosphere. Staying in Hin Wong Bay will also give you the opportunity to start your day with a beautiful sunrise.
| NAME | RATE (Min) | RATE (Max) | BOOKING |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hin Wong Apartments | 300 | 3,000 | More details |
| Hin Wong Bungalows | 400 | 700 | |
| View Rock Resort | 500 | 2,000 | More details |
There are more choices of hotels here than any other places on the east coast and there are restaurants and bars apart from the resort’s own facilities that you can choose from. However, it is still quiet and away from the bustle of the rest of Koh Tao. The resorts are located along the beach and also on the hill, offering great views of the sea and of the verdant interior.
| NAME | RATE (Min) | RATE (Max) | BOOKING |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Beach Resorts | 800 | 1,800 | More details |
| Family Tanote Bay Resort | 800 | 3,800 | More details |
| Lub D Koh Tao | 600 | 4,800 | More details |
| Mountain Reef Resort | 2,900 | 3,900 | More details |
| Poseidon Resort | 800 | 1,800 | More details |
| Tanote Good View Resort | 1,200 | 3,100 | More details |
| Tanote Villa Resort | 1,980 | 8,400 | More details |
| Tree House Bungalows | 900 | 2,100 | More details |
| Villa on the Rock | 6,000 | 10,000 | More details |
Each resort has its own access road and they are quite hidden from each other by mountainous high hills so guests can enjoy peace and privacy. This is a wonderful hideaway and an opportunity to stay in a beautiful natural environment, ideal if you want to get away from it all. It’s secluded and very quiet, with only a few people visiting during the day.
| NAME | RATE (Min) | RATE (Max) | BOOKING |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baan Talay Resort & Yoga | 1,600 | 4,000 | More details |
| Blue Heaven Resort | 2,000 | 3,500 | More details |
| Koh Tao Studios Sunset | 2,500 | 5,000 | More details |
| Langkhai Garden Villas | 7,000 | 22,000 | More details |
| Moondance Magic View | 1,000 | 1,800 | More details |
| Philip's Villas | 6,000 | 9,000 | More details |
| POP Boutique Villas | 1,800 | 19,200 | More details |

Hotel in Lang Khai Bay, Koh Tao
One of the most beautiful bays on Koh Tao with a great sandy beach and a large swimming pool – like bay. It’s a fairly secluded bay, but easy to get to, being just a 30 minute walk from Mae Haad.
| NAME | RATE (Min) | RATE (Max) | BOOKING |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chabalay Resort | 1,300 | 1,900 | More details |
| Aow Leuk Grand Hill | 1,700 | 1,900 | More details |
A wonderful and pristine bay, the big beach is owned by the luxury resort located here. There is a choice of hotels, with resorts on either side of the bay and on the hill. Scenic seaviews are easily found and wide vistas of the white sand beach of Shark Bay can be seen from the hilltop.
| NAME | RATE (Min) | RATE (Max) | BOOKING |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Club by Haadtien | 2,800 | 16,000 | More details |
| Cape Shark Villas | 4,500 | 38,000 | More details |
| Fisherman’s Villas, The | 4,000 | 15,000 | More details |
| Haadtien Beach Resort | 3,120 | 22,000 | More details |
| Jamahkiri Dive Resort & Spa | 3,384 | 32,000 | More details |
| Rocky Resort | 300 | 1,000 | More details |
| Villas de Sol | 8,000 | 14,000 | More details |

Hotel in Shark Bay, Koh Tao
A remote bay but not difficult to access. There are only two resorts located on Sai Daeng Beach. You will have the choice of a large luxury resort or a chilled out family run resort. There are only the two restaurants belonging to the resorts on this beach.
| NAME | RATE (Min) | RATE (Max) | BOOKING |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coral View Resort | 1,800 | 3,300 | More details |
| Sai Daeng Resort | 3,200 | 15,900 | More details |
Koh Tao, a small paradise island in the Gulf of Thailand, is renowned as a world-class diving destination, with crystal-clear seas, abundant marine life, beautiful beaches, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Plan your trip to Koh Tao with ferry routes and travel options from Bangkok, Chumphon, Surat Thani, and Koh Samui. Updated for 2026.
Scuba diving Koh Tao lets you experience weightlessness while exploring the stunning visual display of the underwater realm.
Koh Tao has a great variety of places to eat offering international cuisines and fusion blends. Here is a selection of Koh Tao restaurants we have reviewed.
Koh Tao weather is such that it can be visited all year round, and there is always somewhere sheltered from inclement weather.

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