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Reviews of Indie Hostel - Koh Tao

14/143, M.1 (across from Choppers and Diza Bar),Sairee Beach Surat Thani, Sairee Beach, 84360 Koh Tao, Thailand

#114 of 162 hotels in Koh Tao

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Review score

Based on 535 hostel reviews

7.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.6

  • Comfort

    7.6

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    8.1

  • Value for money

    7.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    6.0
    would not stay longer then 1 or 2 nights except you‘re there only for partying
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    it‘s simply just way too loud with the bars nearby

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    However, the room and the locker area is EXTREMELY dark and its so hard, me and other travellers need to use our phone to have the light shine through to see inside lockers. I feel that it is very illogical to be that dark and lack of light and I won't stay there again. It's fairly dark during the daytime and it's even more dark and hard to see things when the sun goes down. Crazy huh?

    The staffs are lovely and friendly

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2025

    7.0
    Good location and comfy beds
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Definitely could’ve been cleaner. The rooms and beds themselves were clean but the bathrooms (especially the showers) were not great. There were cleaners cleaning the bathrooms when I was there but I’m not sure how thorough they were being!

    Super central location, was a bit worried about the noise from the street but in the dorms you hardly hear anything. Beds were comfy and private, and a nice roof top area for chilling.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    6.0
    An okay room with friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed had what seemed to be old blood stains on it towards the bottom and the bathroom looked as if it had not been cleaned in a long time. There was a really strong smell of some sort of perfumed spray that made it difficult to breath, the room was very small although this wouldn’t of been an issue if the rest was good

    The location was great and the staff were very friendly, aircon was strong :)

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2025

    8.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike, by far the best hostel in the area.

    Dorms were excellent, very comfortable with good privacy. Also stayed in a private room which was average, dorms were far better value for money.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2025

    6.0
    Located in party central but not a party hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is very loud, even with ear plugs.

    Comfortable clean bed and room. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2025

    6.0
    Busy area! But good quality rooms / bunks
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The area is very busy and the hostel is directly opposite various loud bars. The rooms themselves were pretty quiet but you're definitely right in the thick of it so great if that's what you're looking for? Less so if not.

    Really well designed rooms / bed layout etc. It's amazing how many people you can squeeze into one room with a bit of clever design? Really solid bunks with nice privacy blinds.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2025

    7.0
    Comfortable but area too loud and touristy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location if you want to be right in the centre of the touristy area but for me was a horrible location - very loud at night with embarrassingly English music and pub crawl. You are not allowed bags in the room and so difficult to sort out your stuff in your bag if you are a backpacker.

    The showers were good and liked the rooftop area for chilling. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2025

    7.0
    Clean, private rooms are a little small so was hard to get ready in
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were placed on the side where the main strip is so very loud at night, so if you get the chance ask for a room on the opposite side,

    Good location

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2025

    6.0
    Not a good place for working
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pictures they use give the impression that this might be a good place to stay if you are a digital nomad needing to get work done. It's not that. There aren't places that are pleasant to work here, most people here are just partying, and there's a very loud venue across the street that doesn't calm down at night until 2am

    The beds are reasonably comfortable. The staff are nice enough. The location is convenient for getting to the beach.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2025

    7.0
    good budget friendly hostel in good area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    the bed was quite small, the floors and showers weren't particularly clean.

    great area, budget friendly.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2025

    7.0
    All in all perfect hostel to stay at, when you're here for the diving or to party.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel was perfectly located, next to the sairee beach and a lot of diving centers. During the evening/ night it got a bit loud, because a lot of bars are near the hostel (I just used earplugs and was perfectly fine).

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2025

    8.0
    Overall would stay here again, was excellent value for money and had no issues, everything was great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is great, very central and close to everything (Sairee beach, shops, food etc) but that comes with a little price of it being noisy at night from people on the street and bars.

    Everything was really great - staff are nice, I felt safe and comfortable, room was clean. You can ask staff to sort out laundry for you as well. The restaurant under the hostel (indie cafe) is underrated - the Burmese curries are so good!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2025

    8.0
    Pretty damn good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s a noisy street.

    Private rooms have comfy beds. Facilities were great! Communal chilling areas, fridge, microwave, kettle. Location is great for everything.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2025

    7.0
    Handy location close to nightlife and the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dorm I was in was quite small and you can’t bring your bag in which was inconvenient, especially being on a top bunk. The floors were dirty and you couldn’t wear your shoes in so the bed got sandy from the beach

    The beds are private which is great for nighttime

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2025

    7.0
    Hostel in good location with room for improvement
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cleanliness of our room was mediocre (e.g. spots on our linen and bad smell coming from the drain. Due to surrounding bars it got really loud at night even past 11 pm.

    The location was great: close to the beach and to several stores, restaurants and bars. Our private room was well equipped and provided everything we needed. The rooftop space was nice to relax and enjoy the view!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2025

    7.0
    Nice beds and location. Not so nice staff and a bit nasty bathrooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Little storage place, gross showers and a bit snappy staff.

    Nice beds and location.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2025

    6.0
    Comfortable beds but noisy area
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s on a busy street near a few clubs/bars so you can hear thumping music until the early hours. Not an issue if you want to be out partying but not great if you want a good night sleep.

    Comfy beds and nice to have private bunk you can close yourself in. Nice roof terrace. Close to beach.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are bars behind and in front of the hostel. So be prepared for it to be very loud at night. The sheets and bathroom could have been cleaner. The light fixtures were lose.

    Had a small single room with bathroom. It’s small but enough for one person that needs a little privacy but still want the benefits of a hostel. Very central, lots of bars, restaurants, dive school, and the beach within 1 minute walk.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    6.0
    Well designed rooms / bunks in a busy bustling part of Koh Tao
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The area is pretty lively (a mini Khao San Road!?) so great if you want to in the thick of it but not so much if you want a chilled peaceful space. That said, the rooms are pretty quiet once the door’s closed… All in all, a solid, fun hostel for the younger traveller.

    The rooms / bunks are a great design. You feel really cocooned-in when you’re in bed. There are charging points and cubby holes for sleeping things. Bags are stored in lockers outside the room. The roof terrace is pretty cool, and / but overlooks a busy street with boisterous bars. Staff were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good besides the noise from the nearby club, couldn't sleep even with airpods on.

    Had a private room for one night, very small room but had all I needed.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    1. Loud music until 2 am 2. There is not much space for bags, you have to put the bags in large lockers outside the room, which is not that convenient 3. There is no light in the room, there is always darkness

    Comfortable and private beds and very good location, In the center and close to everything

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Totally my own fault but didn’t realise it’s on a very busy street with music blasting until the early hours! Not great if you’re looking for an early sleep, also the single person room is on the first floor so all the party goers in the dorms have to walk past your room, can be a bit disruptive

    Comfortable, easy to get to activities, lovely staff

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Air con weren't working properly in the room so it got extremely hot in the night. This was fixed for the final night. Rooms were really dark so hard getting ready properly. Had to climb a lot of stairs to reach room and then more to rooftop and showers. Not really a sociable hostel 1000 baht key deposit

    Beds were super comfy Housekeeping staff friendly Comfy beanbags on rooftop

    Stayed in December 2024

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