We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Ko Tao, Thailand. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated February 2024.
Romantic. Unique. Great views. Popular among couples. Jamahkiri Dive Resort & Spa - SHA PLUS & Spa provides luxurious accommodation along Thian Og Bay on Koh Tao Island. It offers WiFi and pier transfers for free. A flat-screen satellite TV and DVD player are included, while luxurious bathrooms have a bathtub and amenities. It has a private beach, a pool and certified diving centre. The spacious Thai-style rooms at Jamahkiri Dive Resort & Spa - SHA PLUS come with private balconies boasting spectacular ocean views and plenty of natural light. The resort features a variety of beauty and spa treatments like massage services and aloe vera body wraps at its spa. Guests can enjoy facials in the resort’s gardens or enjoy views of the ocean The resort’s prime location, allows guests to enjoy excellent diving and snorkeling spots. It is a 1 hour 45 minutes by boat from the resort to Koh Samui and a 1.5-hour boat ride to Chumpon Pier. The resort’s wine cellar boasts an excellent selection of wines from around the world.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most unique and authentic luxury hotel in Ko Tao.
Charming. Highly elegant. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Outstanding with its imposing architecture atop a luscious hill in Ko Tao, The Tarna Align Resort boasts a restaurant, diving lessons, and a relaxing outdoor pool. It offers bright, modern rooms with thoughtful amenities and stunning views. During the stay, guests can take advantage of massage treatments and free WiFi. Offering plenty of natural light, each guestroom is complete with softwood furniture and décor, a flat-screen satellite TV, a seating area and a minibar. A safety deposit box is standard in all units. Selected rooms come with garden, pool or sea views. A shower and free toiletries are included in en suite bathrooms. Guests of Resort The Tarna Align may approach staff at the 24-hour front desk for fax/photo copying, a valet parking service or other assistance. The resort operates free shuttles to and from designated spots on the island. Interesting excursion programmes and ticketings cab be arranged by the personnel of the on-site tour desk. Mae Haad Pier is situated 1.45 km from this property; whilst Tanote Bay can be reached under 1.7 km. The Sunken Ship and Laem Thian are about 2.3 km away. Serving an extensive variety of local and international cuisines, the in-house restaurant and bar also caters for guests’ favourite drinks and refreshments.Show full description
I think this place could be the most CHARMING AND ELEGANT resort in Ko Tao.
Delightful property. Hip. Great breakfast. Featuring a spa centre, Haadtien Beach Club is located in Ko Tao Island. Surrounded by palm trees, this resort offers tastefully decorated accommodation opening to a furnished balcony with Gulf of Thailand views. Featuring wooden floors and walls, all air-conditioned rooms at Haadtien include a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a minibar. A seating area is also available in each. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can sample traditional Thai and international dishes featuring fresh catch of the day, local ingredients and organic vegetables at inSea Bar & Grill or have a refreshing drinks and cocktails from the laid back beach bar. Located by the beach as well is the Italian bistro, Capri which serves fresh pizzas and pastas and an extensive list of wine and homemade desserts. Massages are provided upon request. A tour desk and a laundry service are also at guests’ disposal. Free WiFi is available in all areas. A daily complimentary shuttle service is offered. Haad Tien (Shark Bay) is just 100 metres away and Mae Haad Pier can be reached in 2 km. Sairee Beach lies within 5 km.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most BEAUTIFUL AND COOL resorts in Ko Tao.
Trendy. Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. Facing the beachfront, Sai Daeng Resort offers 4-star accommodation in Koh Tao and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and shared lounge. A few steps from Sai Daeng Beach and 1.3 km from Shark Bay Beach, the property offers water sports facilities and a private beach area. The resort has a terrace and mountain views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. At the resort all rooms include air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms come with a kettle, while certain rooms also offer a balcony and others also have sea views. At Sai Daeng Resort each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Koh Tao, like snorkelling and canoeing. Speaking English and Thai at the 24-hour front desk, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Aow Leuk Beach is 2.1 km from Sai Daeng Resort, while Sunken Ship is 5.1 km from the property.Show full description
Charming. Great location. Great value. Located on Sairee Beach, Ban's Diving Resort boasts a PADI certified professional dive centre. This 4-star property offers 3 dining options, an outdoor pool and air-conditioned suites with a private balcony. Modern Thai interiors and elegant wooden furnishings feature throughout the cosy suites. Overlooking the garden, all units are fitted with a minibar, personal safe and bathroom with shower facilities. Guests can take up diving courses, snorkel, or take a stroll in the garden. Travel and sightseeing bookings can be made at the tour desk. Darawan and the Beach Front restaurants serve a variety of Thai and international food. Light snacks and refreshing beverages are offered at the Fish Bowl Bar. Ban's Diving Resort provides a free pick up service from Koh Tao Pier. Nang Yuan Island is a 15-minute boat ride away.Show full description
Resort. Haadtien Beach Resort is a boutique resort nestled on a secluded beach in Koh Tao Island. Set on Thian-Org Bay (Shark Bay), it is surrounded by palm groves and offers spacious villas with private balconies. Free wired internet is available at the public areas. Haadtien Resort is a 15-minute drive Mae Haad Pier and 1 km from the nearest village and local shops. Villas offer much comfort and privacy with ample outdoor seating area and a private bathroom. They are fitted with rustic wooden furnishings and equipped with a TV, a minibar and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy traditional Thai massages at the resort. Arrangements for activities such as hiking, canoeing, mountain biking and yoga classes can be made at the tour desk. Snorkelling equipment is available at reception. InSea Beach Bar & Grill offers a beachfront setting and dreamy views of Haad Tien Bay with delicious Thai dishes. Fresh seafood and organic produce also feature on the menu.Show full description
Resort. Boasting a large 3-level outdoor pool, Koh Tao Montra Resort is situated on Koh Tao Island in Suratthani. This beachfront resort has a dive centre and a restaurant. Koh Tao Montra’s spacious rooms feature wooden furnishings, and a private balcony with pool or ocean views. Each room has satellite TV and a minibar fridge. The private bathrooms provide hot showers, and some rooms also have bathtubs. Guests can enjoy the beach area, or relax on the sun loungers around the pool. The resort offers scuba diving lessons or Thai cooking classes. Diving trips, transport arrangements and motorbike rental are provided. Serving local and international dishes, Taste of the Orient restaurant offers beachfront dining. Snacks and refreshments are available at The Shark Pool Bar. Koh Tao Montra Resort is best reached by boat from Koh Samui or Chumphon. The resort is within walking distance from Koh Tao’s pier, and also provides pick-up service.Show full description
Resort. Situated on June Juea Beach, this resort overlooks the Gulf of Thailand. It features an outdoor pool with a sun deck and ocean views, and offers air-conditioned accommodation. Free scheduled shuttle to Mae Haad Pier is provided. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms and bungalows at the Pinnacle Koh Tao Resort boast private balconies with panoramic views of the sunset. The Pinnacle Koh Tao Resort is 5 km from Mae Haad. The resort provides free on-site private parking. Nestled amidst the mountains of Koh Tao, we are dedicated to curating unforgettable experiences enveloped in natural beauty. Our haven seamlessly combines relaxation, adventure, and indulgence. Now, we must confess, our resort has a bit of a playful twist, our own version of a stairway to heaven, if you will. Fear not! While our charming paths may lead you up and down our scenic hills, picture-perfect views await at every turn, offering the ideal backdrop for your next Insta-worthy moment. Our playful paths not only add a touch of adventure but also promise the most breathtaking vistas for your followers. Besides, the uphill journey makes reaching the top all the more rewarding.Show full description
Resort. Overlooking the Gulf of Thailand and the islands of Koh Nangyuan, Dusit Buncha Koh Tao by Riya Group offers free WiFi in public areas, free parking and waterfront villas. Villas are decorated in a modern Thai style and feature a large balcony and living area. Some feature a private open-air bathroom. Selected room types also feature panoramic sea views. Guests can relax and soak up the sun by the outdoor pool with a drink. Activities at Dusit Buncha include one-day snorkelling trips, kayaking and boat trips around the island. Dusit Buncha Resort's Sunset Restaurant is a popular restaurant on Koh Tao and serves traditional Thai food and international food. It also offers a sweeping view of the Gulf of Thailand.Show full description
Resort. Situated on a cliff and surrounded by tropical nature, Kohtao Heritage Hideaway features spacious rooms with outdoor living space. Sunset views can be seen from the swimming pool. Free WiFi is accessible in the Kohtao Heritage Hideaway’s public areas. Each of the air-conditioned rooms at the Kohtao Heritage Hideaway offers a canopy bed and cable TV. Room service is available throughout the day. The local restaurant and shopping area are a 5-minute drive away.Show full description
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