Sairee Beach is located on the western coast of Koh Tao and stretches for 1.85 kilometres, making it the longest beach on the island.
Just 30 meters from the shoreline, you’ll find a vibrant coral reef, perfect for snorkeling. With its ample sandy shores and shallow waters, Sairee Beach, Koh Tao, is also an excellent choice for families with children. In the evening, unwind with a refreshing drink while soaking in the fascinating sunset views and observing the world go by.
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Unwind with a refreshing drink while soaking in the fascinating sunset views and observing the world go by.



Ban’s Diving Resort has grown to be one of the largest dive resorts on Koh Tao. With more than 200 rooms, beautifully kept grounds, a total of five swimming pools, two restaurants and the beach bar that provides a clear view of the sunset, Ban’s is a world in itself. Centrally located on the renowned Sairee Beach on Koh Tao…
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Travellers looking for a resort experience blended into nature with an artistic touch will find their haven at Koh Tao Cabana Resort. It started as a handful of small bungalows on the very north end of Sairee Beach but grew into beautifully designed villas with a range of amenities. There are 5 Beach Suite Villas tucked in among tropical…
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Sairee Cottage Resort is situated in a prime location on Koh Tao, offering you the perfect setting for your dream vacation. The resort provides a variety of tropical-style rooms suitable for solo travellers, couples, and families. You can choose to stay in a beachfront air-conditioned bungalow with sunset views…
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Nestled in the quiet northern hills of Sairee, Koh Tao Heritage Hideaway is a true hidden gem that combines artistic architecture with the lush beauty of nature. This unique resort features 22 cottages and villas, each offering varying degrees of sea view—some wide and panoramic, others with a more intimate glimpse of ocean…
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Monkey Flower Villas is a distinctive luxury retreat on Koh Tao, offering privacy, nature, and panoramic ocean views. Surrounded by jungle and granite boulders, it feels secluded yet remains close to beaches and restaurants. Established in 2010, each villa blends unique design with nature. Options range from the iconic Orchid Villa…
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Bella Tao Villas sits on a peaceful hillside above Sairee Beach, offering privacy while staying close to the island’s main attractions. Contemporary villas feature open-plan design, natural tones, and sweeping views of the sea, coconut palms, and lush mountains from nearly every room. Each three-bedroom villa accommodates up to eight guests…



Secret Garden Eco Pool Villas offers a refined island escape where sustainability meets contemporary tropical design. This boutique collection of villas is thoughtfully integrated into the natural landscape, creating one of Koh Tao’s most genuinely eco-friendly stays. An environmentally conscious approach is at the heart of the experience…
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Koh Tao Silver Na’s Hostel is a clean, peaceful and welcoming stay just 200 metres from Sairee Beach. Set beside a lush coconut plantation, the hostel offers two 8-bed rooms and one 4-bed room, with comfortable beds and a shared balcony with mountain views. Facilities include free bicycles, Wi-Fi, lounge and kitchen, plus a free daily beach shuttle…
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If there is a central hub in Sairee, Koh Tao, it is Choppers. Choppers is an Australian-owned sports bar known for its extensive drink menu and high-quality Gastro Pub food selection. Grab a premium Craft beer, a pint or tower of draught beer, or a delectable cocktail and enjoy the evening with friends from all over the world…



Situated within Koh Tao Cabana Resort, north of Sairee Beach, Rim Lae Restaurant offers a warm welcome from its friendly staff, who will guide you to your table. Choose from their selection of delectable appetizers like Goong Khee Khui; deep-fried shrimp with Thai herbs, then tuck into a main course or one of their daily specials…



La Pizzeria da Claudio is the result of passion and dedication. Established in 2014 as a hobby, their exceptional pizza quickly gained popularity, leading to the birth of a successful restaurant on Koh Tao. Situated on the main road at the heart of the famous Sairee Beach, Its spacious layout features over 40 dining tables…
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Big Blue Diving opened in 1991 and has remained a well-known dive establishment on Koh Tao. Located in the centre of Sairee Beach, Big Blue has its dive school operated in Silver Sand Beachfront Resort. Guests diving with Big Blue can enjoy the poolside bar or soak in all the beach activities, bars and restaurants…



Established in 2004, Apnea Total is the longest-running freediving school on Koh Tao. It started off with teaching the freediving techniques to students in a simple bungalow 16 years ago to grow into the headquarters of the organization with 20 locations worldwide. Apnea Total has a student-centered teaching…
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Established in 2014 by passionate owners, La Bombona Diving has grown into a reputable diving center focused on safety and customer satisfaction, treating everyone like family. Their dedicated team provides comprehensive instruction across a wide range of courses from Try Dive and to Instructor courses…



Located beachfront on the quiet north end of Sairee Beach, Scuba Shack is a well-established dive school on Koh Tao. Since opening in 2014, it has built a strong international reputation, with over 10 years of consistent positive reviews on Google. Scuba Shack offers a full range of PADI courses, from Open Water to specialty…



Sairee Cottage Diving is one of Koh Tao’s longest-established dive centres, located directly on Sairee Beach. With training programmes ranging from beginner level to professional qualifications, the centre is supported by experienced instructors, modern facilities, and its own comfortable dive boats. It is also well known for its PADI Instructor Development Course and has earned a reputation as one of the island’s most respected dive centres…
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Monsoon Gym opened its doors in 2001 as the very first gym on the island. Today, it continues to set the standard by offering a world-class Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu training experience in Thailand, combining professional coaching with a welcoming, community-driven atmosphere. The facilities are well-equipped…
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