Hostels in Ko Yao Yai

reception was the kindest person ever! and she is taking care of 32 cats wich made the stay even better! the location is really good, since the island is small you can get everywhere and it‘ll all be the same distance bc the hostel is in the middle. And you literally have a double bed to yourself in a dorm!

The owners are very kind and hospitable people. The rooms are nice and clean, and the view is beautiful. A scooter is necessary but there are scooters for rent at the hotel. :)

Location excellent, room basic but clean. Plenty of shops and restaurants in the vicinity and a short walk to Loh Pared Beach. It is not actually a hotel but called Boodsarin Apartments so no room cleaning during our stay, however, 2 bottles of water were given daily. There are about 8 - 10 rooms here and the staff from the Andaman clinic next door stay here too as some are working here from Malaysia. Everyone very friendly and it’s great value. From Klong Hia Pier (we travelled from Koh Lanta) it’s a set price of 600 baht to the area. We shared with a couple going to Santhiya Resort as it’s just around the corner.

The host was so nice and warm! he even picked me up at the harbour just guessing my arrival time and evem brought me back there when i had to leave. they do scooter rental as well which made it pretty easy to get around then. would also recommend the tents outside as they look really comfy although didn't stay in it as i booked the dorm room. everything was really nice and would definitely come back here again.

Marina and her family is the most caring and attentive host I have ever seen in two months of traveling around Thailand. From the first day Marina made sure I didn't need anything, she taught me how to scooter, took us to different points of the island herself and was always available to help us. The hostel offers a free breakfast, Jim makes sure to respect everyone's preferences (sweet / salty / vegetarian...). I ate every lunch and evening at the hostel and the dishes were very good and super cheap (incomparable with the prices of the island) which helped me a lot. There is free water available as well as coffee, and tea. You can also buy fruit and other drinks! I also entrusted all my clothes for a washing machine and everything went very well, they were ready the next morning! The hostel is located a stone's throw from a small super pretty beach (my favorite on the island), and the path that leads to the hostel overlooks the main road with a supermarket a total of 10 minutes walk. There are also restaurants on this main road. You can rent motobikes at the hostel and this is cheaper than others of the island. Marina made a small Christmas tree and we took a picture all together. Initially I had only booked one night and I stayed there for a week. Magical !!

This place truly embodies its name, offering a rustic and authentic experience. The hosts are incredibly kind, friendly, and incredibly helpful. I felt immediately safe, welcome, and right at home. The food was exceptional. In fact, it was one of the two best meals I had in all of Thailand. The owner's cooking is fantastic, and the dinner itself was more than just a meal – it was a chance to share experiences with other guests and engage in unforgettable conversations (I learned a lot about monkeys!). The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. You can conveniently rent a scooter on-site at a reasonable price. The owner also holds a license to sell cannabis, allowing you to purchase and enjoy it on the property. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a place with soul and a truly unique experience.

This hostel was so lovely to stay at. I just wish all hostels were like that. The beds are comfortable and the common areas are perfect. There are tables and a small kitchen area at the entrance (with fridge, microwave, toaster, etc) and the owner always has such cosy and peaceful music on. At the back, there is a garden area with a hammock and plenty of places to hang up clothes, plus some tables and chairs where you can sit and relax. The owner is the sweetest person ever, he even offered to take us to the pier in his motorcycle. He did several trips to take all the guests who wanted help getting to the pier, which is so nice of him!