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Travel insights for hostels in Ko Samui

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Ko Samui including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Ko Samui is June ($19). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Ko Samui is March ($623).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Ko Samui is Monday ($37). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $169.

How much is a hostel in Ko Samui tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Ko Samui tonight starting as low as $8, rising to an average cost of $46, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $15 for a 4-star hostel in Ko Samui for tonight.

How much is a Ko Samui hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Ko Samui this weekend for as little as $8/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $8/night. For a 4-star hostel in Ko Samui, the cheapest rate recently found was $15/night for this weekend.

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

Save money by booking a hostel at least 39 days before your trip to Ko Samui. The lowest price found when booking 39 days ahead was $12 per night.
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Cheapest hostels in Ko Samui, Thailand

Discover affordable stays in Ko Samui that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Ko Samui can be found for as low as $10 per night. There is currently one property in Ko Samui that can be booked for this price. Monkey Samui Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Ko Samui. Price data was last updated on 17 September 2025
These Ko Samui properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
Monkey Samui Hostel
Monkey Samui Hostel

Monkey Samui Hostel

66/4, Moo 5, Ban PlyLam, Bo Put, Ko Samui, Thailand
5.8 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$10
Avg. per night
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Dikachaya Hostel
Dikachaya Hostel

Dikachaya Hostel

3/44 Moo 2 Bophut, Ko Samui, Thailand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$13
Avg. per night
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Coffee Island
Coffee Island

Coffee Island

26/5 Moo 3, Ko Samui, Thailand
12.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$19
Avg. per night
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U Box Hostel - Adults Only
U Box Hostel - Adults Only

U Box Hostel - Adults Only

162/74 Moo 2, Ko Samui, Thailand
2.2 km from city centre
$55
Avg. per night
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Samui Seabreeze Place
Samui Seabreeze Place

Samui Seabreeze Place

124/446 Moo 3, Maret, Ko Samui, Thailand
6.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$51
Avg. per night
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The Secret Pool Villas By The Library Koh Samui
The Secret Pool Villas By The Library Koh Samui

The Secret Pool Villas By The Library Koh Samui

Ko Samui, Thailand
1.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$473
Avg. per night
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Samui Sun Villa
Samui Sun Villa

Samui Sun Villa

Ko Samui, Thailand
1.9 km from city centre
$258
Avg. per night
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Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa
Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa

Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa

208/1 Moo 4, T. Maret, Lamai Beach, Ko Samui, Thailand
5.9 km from city centre
$229
Avg. per night
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Thai House Beach Resort
Thai House Beach Resort

Thai House Beach Resort

131 Moo 3, Lamai Beach Maret, Ko Samui, Thailand
6.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$88
Avg. per night
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Explorar Koh Samui - Adults Only Resort and Spa
Explorar Koh Samui - Adults Only Resort and Spa

Explorar Koh Samui - Adults Only Resort and Spa

44/134 Moo 1, Ko Samui, Thailand
7.2 km from city centre
$184
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Ko Samui

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Ko Samui to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 17 September 2025.
Use the map to find hostels in Ko Samui that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. More information on a given hostel can be accessed by clicking the hostel's name within the map.

Facts about staying in Ko Samui

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Ko Samui to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Ko Samui?

    On average, it’s $85/night for a hostel in Ko Samui, though $66/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $13/night in Ko Samui. Try to avoid booking your hostel in March (the most expensive month). Booking in June (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Ko Samui?

    With an average review score of 9.1 (out of 10) from 378 HotelsCombined users, U Box Hostel - Adults Only is considered the best Ko Samui hostel.

  • What hostel is closest to Ko Samui Airport?

    U Box Hostel - Adults Only is 1.7 km away from Ko Samui Airport, making it the closest Ko Samui hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

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

    Bo Phut is the most popular area of Ko Samui to stay in. In the past year, 1% of HotelsCombined users looking for Ko Samui hostels searched within Bo Phut. Lub D Koh Samui Chaweng Beach is a popular hostel in Bo Phut if you choose to stay in the area.

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

    The most popular Ko Samui hostel near Lamai Beach is P168 Hostel Samui. P168 Hostel Samui has a rating of 8.4/10 from 854 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 6.9 km from Lamai Beach.

  • Should I stay in a Ko Samui hostel?

    Hostels in Ko Samui tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Ko Samui hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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