What is the cost of a hostel in Ko Samui?

$31 per night is how much hostels in Ko Samui cost, on average. $4 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $24 per night or less is a good deal. Ko Samui hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with February being the most expensive month to book, and in August being the cheapest.

What’s the best hostel in Ko Samui?

P168 Hostel is the best Ko Samui hostel according to HotelsCombined users. P168 Hostel has a rating of 8.6/10 from 1,006 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Ko Samui Airport?

The closest Ko Samui hostel to Ko Samui Airport is P168 Hostel, which is 3.0 km away.

What area of Ko Samui is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Ko Samui, 0% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Bo Phut in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Haad Chaweng Resort And Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

What is the most popular hostel in Ko Samui closest to Lamai Beach?

P168 Hostel is the most popular hostel in Ko Samui that’s close to Lamai Beach (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 6.9 km from P168 Hostel to Lamai Beach. While there may be other hostels near Lamai Beach, P168 Hostel is highly rated (8.6/10) by 1,006 users.

Should I stay in a Ko Samui hostel?

Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Ko Samui on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Ko Samui offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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Travel insights for hostels in Ko Samui

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Ko Samui?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Ko Samui is July ($17). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Ko Samui is December ($29).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Ko Samui?

The cheapest day to stay in Ko Samui is Monday ($6). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $26.

How much is a hostel in Ko Samui tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Ko Samui tonight starting as low as $10, rising to an average cost of $21, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Ko Samui for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Ko Samui?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 51 days before your trip to Ko Samui. The lowest price found when booking 51 days ahead was $10 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Ko Samui, Thailand

These Ko Samui properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

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Baan Hinlad Waterfall - Adults Only

72/6 M.2 Angthong, Ko Samui, Thailand

10.6 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$11

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Monkey Samui Hostel

66/4, Moo 5, Ban PlyLam, Bo Put, Ko Samui, Thailand

5.8 km from city centre

Pool

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

$11

Avg. per night

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P168 Hostel

155/58 Chaweng Beach Rd. Moo2 Bophut, Ko Samui, Thailand

0.7 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$20

Avg. per night

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Us hostel samui

165/192 Moo.1 Bophut, Ko Samui, Thailand

4.2 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$20

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Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa

208/1 Moo 4, T. Maret, Lamai Beach, Ko Samui, Thailand

5.9 km from city centre

$128

Avg. per night

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Thai House Beach Resort

131 Moo 3, Lamai Beach Maret, Ko Samui, Thailand

6.1 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$55

Avg. per night

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Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Koh Samui

96/3 Moo 2, Lipa Noi, Ko Samui, Thailand

13.0 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$154

Avg. per night

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Samui Sun Villa

Ko Samui, Thailand

1.9 km from city centre

$173

Avg. per night

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Kc Beach Hotel Samui

11/9 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach, Ko Samui, Thailand

0.8 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$87

Avg. per night

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The Ritz-Carlton Koh Samui

9/123 Moo 5, Tambon Bophut, Ko Samui, Thailand

7.0 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$306

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The Jungle Club

Chaweng Noi, 55 Moo 3, Ko Samui, Thailand

2.5 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$46

Avg. per night

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Where to stay in Ko Samui

Whether you're visiting Ko Samui for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. Clicking on a hostel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

Facts about staying in Ko Samui

What is the cost of a hostel in Ko Samui?
$31 per night is how much hostels in Ko Samui cost, on average. $4 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $24 per night or less is a good deal. Ko Samui hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with February being the most expensive month to book, and in August being the cheapest.
What’s the best hostel in Ko Samui?
P168 Hostel is the best Ko Samui hostel according to HotelsCombined users. P168 Hostel has a rating of 8.6/10 from 1,006 reviews.
What hostel is closest to Ko Samui Airport?
The closest Ko Samui hostel to Ko Samui Airport is P168 Hostel, which is 3.0 km away.
What area of Ko Samui is most popular to stay in?
While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Ko Samui, 0% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Bo Phut in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Haad Chaweng Resort And Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.
What is the most popular hostel in Ko Samui closest to Lamai Beach?
P168 Hostel is the most popular hostel in Ko Samui that’s close to Lamai Beach (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 6.9 km from P168 Hostel to Lamai Beach. While there may be other hostels near Lamai Beach, P168 Hostel is highly rated (8.6/10) by 1,006 users.
Should I stay in a Ko Samui hostel?
Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Ko Samui on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Ko Samui offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Ko Samui?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Ko Samui is July ($17). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Ko Samui is December ($29).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Ko Samui?

The cheapest day to stay in Ko Samui is Monday ($6). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $26.

How much is a hostel in Ko Samui tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Ko Samui tonight starting as low as $10, rising to an average cost of $21, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Ko Samui for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Ko Samui?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 51 days before your trip to Ko Samui. The lowest price found when booking 51 days ahead was $10 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Ko Samui, Thailand

These Ko Samui properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

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Where to stay in Ko Samui

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Whether you're visiting Ko Samui for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. Clicking on a hostel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

Facts about staying in Ko Samui

What is the cost of a hostel in Ko Samui?

What’s the best hostel in Ko Samui?

What hostel is closest to Ko Samui Airport?

What area of Ko Samui is most popular to stay in?

What is the most popular hostel in Ko Samui closest to Lamai Beach?

Should I stay in a Ko Samui hostel?

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