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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 January (€18). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Ko Samui is August (€127).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Ko Samui is Saturday (€8). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is €38.

How much is a hostel in Ko Samui tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Ko Samui tonight starting as low as €7, rising to an average cost of €29, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €9 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 €7/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €7/night. For a 4-star hostel in Ko Samui, the cheapest rate recently found was €9/night for this weekend.

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

Save money by booking a hostel at least 5 days before your trip to Ko Samui. The lowest price found when booking 5 days ahead was €7 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 €6 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 7 June 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Ko Samui for the selected dates. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
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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
€6
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
€8
Avg. per night
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Us Hostel
Us Hostel

Us Hostel

165/192 Moo.1 Bophut, Ko Samui, Thailand
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€11
Avg. per night
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Chill Inn Lamai Hostel & Beach Cafe
Chill Inn Lamai Hostel & Beach Cafe

Chill Inn Lamai Hostel & Beach Cafe

438/118 Moo 1, Maret, Ko Samui, Thailand
8.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€16
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
Free Wi-Fi
€42
Avg. per night
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Kc Beach Club & Pool Villas
Kc Beach Club & Pool Villas

Kc Beach Club & Pool Villas

11/9 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach, Ko Samui, Thailand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€89
Avg. per night
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Kaya Mani Thai Villa Resort Samui
Kaya Mani Thai Villa Resort Samui

Kaya Mani Thai Villa Resort Samui

59/148 Moo 5, Tongsai Rd, Buphud, Ko Samui, Thailand
6.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€50
Avg. per night
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Buri Rasa Village Samui
Buri Rasa Village Samui

Buri Rasa Village Samui

11/2 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach, Ko Samui, Thailand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€144
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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
€362
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
€180
Avg. per night
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My place Chaweng beach
My place Chaweng beach

My place Chaweng beach

Ko Samui, Thailand
3.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€23
Avg. per night
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The Bulin Residence
The Bulin Residence

The Bulin Residence

Ko Samui, Thailand
5.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€20
Avg. per night
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Nakara Residence
Nakara Residence

Nakara Residence

Ko Samui, Thailand
14.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€34
Avg. per night
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Samui Camping Farm
Samui Camping Farm

Samui Camping Farm

Ko Samui, Thailand
13.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€6
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 7 June 2025.
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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 7 June 2025.

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

    €50/night is an average price for a hostel in Ko Samui throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in August is the most expensive month to book, and in July is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Ko Samui hostels for as low as €4/night. In general, Ko Samui hostels for €39 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Ko Samui?

    Based on our data, U Box Hostel - Adults Only is the best Ko Samui hostel, with a rating of 9.1/10 from 378 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Ko Samui Airport?

    U Box Hostel - Adults Only is the nearest hostel in Ko Samui to Ko Samui Airport, at a distance of 1.7 km.

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

    The most popular neighbourhood is Bo Phut, with 2% of our users looking to stay in Ko Samui searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. P168 Hostel Samui is a popular hostel in Bo Phut that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

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

    The most popular hostel in Ko Samui that’s close to Lamai Beach is U Box Hostel - Adults Only. Just 8.4 km separate U Box Hostel - Adults Only from Lamai Beach, the city’s most popular attraction. 378 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the U Box Hostel - Adults Only a score of 9.1/10.

  • Should I stay in a Ko Samui hostel?

    Staying in a Ko Samui hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Ko Samui tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

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