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Featured Hostels in Koh Samui

Lub d Koh Samui Chaweng Beach

Lub d Koh Samui Chaweng Beach

3 out of 5
159/99 Moo 2, Bophut, Koh Samui, Suratthani
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The price is Rs4,407 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar

Nestled on the beach, this Chaweng City Center hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Chaweng Beach and Chaweng Lake. Chaweng Noi Beach and Bangkok Hospital Samui ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (104 reviews)

"อยู่ติดหาด มีสระว่ายน้ำ มีบาร์ มีโชว์ไฟ ครบมาก ห้องใหม่ สะอาด พนักงานน่ารัก"…"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2020

Lub d Koh Samui Chaweng Beach
The Rock Samui - Hostel

The Rock Samui - Hostel

2 out of 5
438/16 Moo 1, Maret, Lamai Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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The price is Rs2,418 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr

Situated on the beach, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Wat Sila Ngu and Lamai Beach. Hua Thanon Beach and Hin Ta and Hin Yai are also within 10 ...…

5/5Exceptional! (4 reviews)

"Amazing stay at the rock!! Staff is super helpful and assist you with anything you need, really relaxed atmosphere and really good location. Thanks for everything!!"…"

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2020

The Rock Samui - Hostel
Picoco hostel

Picoco hostel

2 out of 5
92/106-107 Soi 3, Bo Phut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Phetch Buncha Thai Boxing Stadium and Chaweng Lake. Chaweng Beach and Bangkok Hospital Samui ...…

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Coffee Island

Coffee Island

2 out of 5
26/5 Moo 3, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is Rs610 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar

Situated by the ocean, this hostel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Nathon Beach and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Mae Nam Beach. Ko Samui Hospital and Hin Laad Waterfall are ...…

3.3/5 (43 reviews)
Great place

"Clean and comfortable, perfect location off the boat and into your room, right next to a night market. Wasn’t too noisy either. The room was a little warm as no air con but it does have a fan."…"

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2020

Coffee Island
Bodega Koh Samui - Adults Only

Bodega Koh Samui - Adults Only

2 out of 5
9/99 Moo 2, Chaweng-Choengmon Road, Bo Phut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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Situated near the beach, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Central Festival Samui and Chaweng Beach. Chaweng Noi Beach and Chaweng Lake are also within 3 ...…

4/5Very Good! (6 reviews)

"Amazing staff it’s always a good time at the bodega"…"

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2020

Bodega Koh Samui - Adults Only
Chill Inn Beach Cafe & Hostel

Chill Inn Beach Cafe & Hostel

2 out of 5
438/118 Moo 1, Maret, Lamai, Koh Samui
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Nestled on the beach, this Koh Samui hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Hua Thanon Beach and Lamai Beach. Wat Sila Ngu and Guan-Yu Koh Samui Shrine are also ...…

Chill Inn Beach Cafe & Hostel
P168 Hostel

P168 Hostel

2 out of 5
155/58 Moo 2, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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Located in Chaweng City Center, this hostel is steps away from Phetch Buncha Thai Boxing Stadium and Chaweng Beach. Chaweng Noi Beach and Chaweng Lake are also ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (14 reviews)

"Really close to the beach. Nice pod beds give privacy. Good stay!"…"

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2018

P168 Hostel
At Hostel Samui - Adults Only

At Hostel Samui - Adults Only

2 out of 5
166/39 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is Rs569 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr

Located in Chaweng City Center, this hostel is steps away from Central Festival Samui and Chaweng Beach. Chaweng Noi Beach and Chaweng Lake are also within 2 ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (10 reviews)
Very noisy

"Would have loved to give them a 5 star review, because they do deserve it. But I've been staying in party hostels for two weeks and I just needed some rest and piece! They are right next to a massive club and i can't sleep through the noice. I even put some ear plugs in, but to no avail. My problem ..."…"

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2020

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P & T Hostel

P & T Hostel

2.5 out of 5
73/46-47 Moo 4, Bang Rak Beach, Bo Phut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs244 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar

Situated on the beach, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wat Phra Yai, Bo Phut Beach and Big Buddha Beach. Fisherman's Village Plaza and Big Buddha Statue ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (9 reviews)

"Don’t think twice just book it. I have paid 3 times as much for places that don’t even come close to this place. I stayed in the dorm, bunks cleaned every day, the entire place is spotless. Pim is an absolute gem! She went out of her way to help me and I’ll be eternally grateful. You can eat here, ..."…"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2019

P & T Hostel
Hiranyika Cafe and Bed

Hiranyika Cafe and Bed

2 out of 5
68/21 Moo 4, Sanambin Rd, Koh Samui, Suratthani
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Situated near the airport, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Samui Crocodile Farm and Chaweng Beach. Chaweng Lake and Big Buddha Beach are also within ...…

Hiranyika Cafe and Bed
Sirinsamui Boutique Hostel

Sirinsamui Boutique Hostel

3 out of 5
59/158 Moo. 5, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is Rs1,951 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar

Situated in Koh Samui, this beach hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mini Golf International and Choeng Mon Beach. Chaweng Beach and Big Buddha Beach are also ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (13 reviews)

"All the staff were friendly and helpful. Really nice hostel and really close to the beach"…"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2018

Sirinsamui Boutique Hostel
Bandon Beach Bar & Hostel - Adults Only

Bandon Beach Bar & Hostel - Adults Only

2 out of 5
404/1 Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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Nestled on the beach, this Koh Samui hostel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Hua Thanon Beach and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Lamai Beach. Samui Aquarium and Buddha's Footprints ...…

Bandon Beach Bar & Hostel - Adults Only
Little Boat Hostel

Little Boat Hostel

2 out of 5
37/103 Moo 3, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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Located in Chaweng City Center, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Chaweng Beach and Chaweng Noi Beach. Chaweng Lake and Bangkok Hospital Samui are also ...…

Little Boat Hostel
NCK BEDTEL SAMUI - Hostel

NCK BEDTEL SAMUI - Hostel

2 out of 5
37/89 Moo 3, Bo Phut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs1,612 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar

Located in Chaweng City Center, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Chaweng Beach and Phetch Buncha Thai Boxing Stadium. Silver Beach and Fisherman's Village ...…

NCK BEDTEL SAMUI - Hostel
My Samui Hostel

My Samui Hostel

2 out of 5
200/7 M.2, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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Located in Chaweng City Center, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Central Festival Samui, Chaweng Beach and Chaweng Lake. Chaweng Noi Beach and Bangkok ...…

My Samui Hostel
Kingston Jamaica Hostel

Kingston Jamaica Hostel

2 out of 5
128/10 Moo 3, Tambon Maret, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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Situated near the beach, this hostel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Lamai Night Market and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Lamai Beach. Wat Lamai and Coco Splash Waterpark are ...…

Kingston Jamaica Hostel
Coconut House Chaweng - Hostel

Coconut House Chaweng - Hostel

2 out of 5
159/43 Moo 5, Chaweng Beach, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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Located in Chaweng City Center, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Chaweng Beach and Chaweng Lake. Chaweng Noi Beach and Bangkok Hospital Samui are also ...…

2.8/5 (9 reviews)

"The location is right next to the beach and the town- very convenient. However, there is a club right next to the hotel with incredibly loud music at night, even the walls tremble. We had no problem sleeping because we went out partying ourselves, but it's something to note. We also had no water ..."…"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2018

Coconut House Chaweng - Hostel
Zone6 Coworking Beach Apartment

Zone6 Coworking Beach Apartment

2 out of 5
27/12-13 M.4, Bophut, Bangrak Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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Nestled on the beach, this Koh Samui hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Fisherman's Village Plaza and Big Buddha Statue. Bangrak Pier and Chaweng Beach are also ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (5 reviews)
Lovely place on Samui

"The woman that works here is so so lovely. The beds are comfortable, but the ladder to get up to them is slightly difficult to navigate. The showers were great and had loads of hot water. Food available here is also good. The beach is right across the road, which is great! There's a FamilyMart, 7/11, ..."…"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2017

Zone6 Coworking Beach Apartment
Bondi Chaweng Beach

Bondi Chaweng Beach

2 out of 5
162 / 111 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach Rd, Bophut, Koh Samui, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is Rs4,472 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr

Located in Chaweng City Center, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Central Festival Samui, Chaweng Beach and Chaweng Lake. Chaweng Noi Beach and Bangkok ...…

5/5Exceptional! (1 review)
Everything Nearby

"Great location in the heart of Chaweng; close to shops, bars, and many food options. Less than a 5 minute walk to Central Festival. It is very noisy from the bars until 2am, and hotel staff reminded me this during check in. Staff are friendly and helpful. There is a comfortable common area on the ..."…"

Reviewed on 26 Sep 2018

Bondi Chaweng Beach
Fueangfu Hostel

Fueangfu Hostel

2 out of 5
26/10 Thaveerat-Pakdee Rd., Moo3, Bophut, Koh Samui, Koh Samui
The price is Rs2,439 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Chaweng Night Market and Bangkok Hospital Samui. Chaweng Beach and Chaweng Noi Beach are also ...…

Fueangfu Hostel
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The Lamai Samui

The Lamai Samui

5 out of 5
146/24 Moo4 Lamai Beach, Maret, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is Rs3,849 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
4.3/5Excellent! (370 reviews)

"Wonderful staff and spa was serene and calm on the quiet side of the island."…"

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2020

The Lamai Samui
KC Resort and Over Water Villas

KC Resort and Over Water Villas

5 out of 5
166/98 Moo. 2, T.Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
3.9/5Good! (356 reviews)
Scenic view

"Beautiful hotel, in and scenic place, amazing staff!"…"

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2020

KC Resort and Over Water Villas
Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa

Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
208/1, Moo 4, Laem Nan Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is Rs5,081 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
4.6/5Wonderful! (352 reviews)

"Nice location, staffs are so kind and Excellent service"…"

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2021

Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa
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What Is a Hostel?

If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Koh Samui, one of the 47 hostels here could be a great choice. These dorm-style accommodation options come in quite a few different forms, but they all have a few things in common:

  • Low prices
  • A social setting
  • Shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms)

By going with a hostel in Koh Samui, you can cut your spending on lodging and save more of your money for sightseeing during your holiday. You can enjoy activities in this destination like snorkelling and shopping.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Koh Samui?

The weather can be a big factor when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful:

  • The hottest months are typically April and March, while February and December are the coldest months
  • January-March: Daytime temperatures average 34° C and night-time temperatures average 23° C
  • April-June: 34° C is the daytime average and 24° C is the night-time average
  • July-September: Daytime averages are around 31° C and night-time averages are around 24° C
  • October-December: The average temperatures are 31° C during the day and 23° C at night
  • Average rainfall is 78 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Koh Samui?

Depending on your interests, you might appreciate these places:

Top Sights
  • Namuang Waterfall
  • Big Buddha Statue
  • Namuang Waterfall 2
Natural Features
  • Hin Ta and Hin Yai
  • Lad Wanorn Waterfall
  • Hin Laad Waterfall
Landmarks
  • Fisherman's Village Plaza
  • Guan-Yu Koh Samui Shrine
  • Buddha's Footprints

Overall, Koh Samui is known for its:

  • Beaches
  • Restaurants
  • Snorkelling
  • Shopping

How to Get to Koh Samui and Around the Area

You can search for flights to the closest airport in Ko Samui (USM), 7.3 mi (11.7 km) away from the city centre.

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Koh Samui?
By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and save more of your money for going out during your stay. We’ve heard good things about this destination’s natural setting, including its beaches and island views.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Koh Samui?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the highest reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to start looking: Lub d Koh Samui Chaweng Beach - Located within a 5-minute walk of Chaweng Beach. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries. The Rock Samui - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Lamai Beach. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. You’ll find towels, showers and free toiletries in all rooms. Picoco hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Chaweng Lake. Property features include free WiFi and free parking. You’ll find free toiletries in all rooms. Coffee Island - Located steps from Nathon Pier. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant and a bar. You’ll find showers, TVs and desks in all rooms. P & T Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Big Buddha Beach. Property features include free WiFi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Koh Samui?
If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Koh Samui, one of Expedia’s 49 hostels might be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Koh Samui?
The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 29°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Koh Samui are October, May, November and September, with each month seeing an average of 259 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Koh Samui?
Overall, Koh Samui is known for its beaches, restaurants and snorkelling. Major attractions include Lamai Beach, Silver Beach and Chaweng Noi Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Chaweng Beach, Bo Phut Beach and Taling Ngam Beach. Cultural attractions include Secret Buddha Garden.
What's the best way to get to and around Koh Samui while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Koh Samui in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Ko Samui (USM), 7.3 mi (11.7 km) away from the city centre.

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