The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel Review — Koh Tao Complete Guide

Since opening in 2017, The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel has become a popular choice among travellers looking for higher-end dormitories in a quieter part of the island.

Less than a ten-minute walk away from Chalok Baan Kao beach, The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel provides its guests with a home atmosphere in a jungle environment. Most of the accommodation are shared rooms with 4 beds, 6 beds, 8 beds, or 9 beds. All dormitories are mixed genders, but there is one 6-bed female-only dormitory available. These dormitories are located in the main building on the 2nd and 3rd floor with shared gender-separate bathrooms and an open-air common room with a TV, pillows, yoga mats, and lounge chairs to sit and watch the sky. The 4th floor has several private rooms for 2-4 people with en-suite bathrooms. The building also has an open rooftop for movie nights, yoga sessions, or general relaxing. The Dearly Hostel also has deluxe accommodation for families or groups traveling together. The superior and deluxe rooms have its own bathrooms and private common area. There are also small single rooms with shared bathrooms for solo travellers. A free breakfast buffet is served every morning for all guests, with a water refill station available. The Dearly Hostel has accommodation for all sorts of travellers!

The Dearly Hostel is not just a hostel where people can rest, but it creates a home where people can meet and develop memorable experiences.

The Dearly Hostel provides more than just rooms and shared spaces. It also has its own PADI IDC dive center called The Dearly Dive. The center features an on-site training pool (1–3 metres deep), modern classrooms, high-quality scuba gear, and a custom-built dive boat. Everything is available in one place. Courses range from DSD and Open Water to Advanced, Divemaster and Instructor training.

They also offer special packages with diving courses bundled with accommodation at special prices. For reservations, please click here.

For social travellers, The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel also organises fun and eco-friendly activities. Guests can join the popular Beach Crawl, visit viewpoints and hidden beaches, go trekking in quiet parts of Koh Tao, take part in beach clean-ups, and enjoy sunset trips to beautiful locations. These experiences offer a unique and meaningful way to explore the island.