Island Spa Resort
Beachfront villas, a working spa, and Ko Tao on your doorstep.
A place to stay in Ko Tao
Island Spa Resort sits directly on the beach in Ko Tao, Thailand, with a private beach area, sun deck, and garden. The property runs a spa and wellness centre and has free on-site parking — both relatively uncommon on this island. Accommodation ranges from a ten-bed mixed dormitory to standalone beachfront villas, so the guest mix is wide. The tour desk can arrange diving, fishing, and bar crawls. Rooms across most categories include air conditioning and balconies or terraces with garden or sea views.
Who this stay suits
A beachfront property with genuine variety in room types, a spa, and hands-on activity options — at a one-star rating that keeps the pricing accessible.
Best for
- Travellers who want beach access without renting a vehicle
- Families needing dedicated family rooms
- Solo travellers on a budget (dorm option available)
- Guests wanting in-house spa access on Ko Tao
Less suited to
- Travellers seeking polished, upscale accommodation
- Those who want a large, well-equipped room (some villas are 16 m²)
- Guests expecting a high guest-rating track record
Direct beach and private beach area
The property is classed as beachfront and includes a private beach area alongside a sun deck and garden. Guests have direct access to the water without leaving the grounds — a practical advantage on Ko Tao where beach access often means a short walk or ride.
On-site spa and wellness centre
The spa and wellness centre runs directly on the property. For an island where standalone spa facilities are not guaranteed at every address, having one in-house is a clear draw — particularly for guests who are not focused on diving.
Villas with outdoor space
Several room categories are classified as entire villas. The Beach Front Villa has a balcony, patio, terrace, and both sea and garden views. The Garden Villa and Deluxe Suite each include a private kitchenette, patio, and terrace, giving guests more independence than a standard hotel room.
Activity access from the tour desk
The tour desk coordinates diving, snorkelling, fishing, hiking, bar crawls, and walking tours. Diving and some activities carry additional charges and take place off-site, but the logistics are handled from the property.
The rooms
Villa Garden View
35.0 m²
- Balcony
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free toiletries
Garden Villa
16.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 full bed
- Entire villa
- Private kitchenette
- Attached bathroom
- Balcony
- Garden view
Villa with Garden View
sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 2 twin beds Living room: 1 sofa bed
- Entire villa
- Free Wifi
Deluxe Suite
32.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
- Private suite
- Private kitchenette
- Attached bathroom
- Balcony
- Garden view
Beach Front Villa
16.0 m² · 1 twin bed and 1 full bed
- Entire villa
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
48.0 m² · sleeps 1 · 1 bunk bed
- Bed in dorm
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
What sets it apart
Inside Island Spa Resort
Amenities at Island Spa Resort
Most popular facilities
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Spa and wellness center
- Family rooms
- Terrace
- Air conditioning
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Spa and wellness center
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tour desk
- Street parking
Outdoors
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities
- Walking tours Additional charge
- Bar crawls Additional charge
- Beach
- Snorkeling Off-site
- Diving Additional charge Off-site
- Hiking Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge
Parking Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- ATM on site
- Tour desk
- Hair/Beauty salon
- Laundry Additional charge
Getting to & from Samui Airport
Island Spa Resort is 66.2 km from Samui Airport (USM). Ko Tao has no airport — the fastest way in is a catamaran from Chumphon on the mainland, with a longer ferry option from Surat Thani.
Where you'll be
Ko Tao is a small island built around scuba diving, with a concentration of dive schools around Sairee Beach.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Haad Sairee at 390 m; the nearest ferry pier, Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier, is 1.7 km away.
Things to do nearby
- Haad Saireebeach390 m
- Top of the rockviewpoint1.2 km
- View point on Sairee beach and Koh Nang Yuanviewpoint1.3 km
- Haad Ao Maebeach1.4 km
- Welcome to Koh Tao Turtle Monumenthistoric site1.7 km
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
The property has a 6.2/10 guest rating across 111 reviews. Reviewers most frequently highlight location, staff, and comfort as the standout points. At one star, expectations around facilities are set accordingly, and the beachfront position appears to be the primary reason guests choose it.
- Staff7.8
- Facilities6
- Cleanliness6.3
- Comfort6.8
- Value For Money6.2
- Location9
- Free Wifi6.5
Reviews scoring 7–9: 3 · average 7
They wrote about: room, location, value
Reviews scoring 5–7: 7 · average 5.7
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Before you book
Before you arrive
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of THB 500 is required on arrival. That's about US$15. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Common questions
Where exactly is Island Spa Resort located?
The hotel is in Ko Tao, Thailand, and is classed as beachfront with a private beach area. Ko Tao is an island in the Gulf of Thailand, so access is by ferry or speedboat from the mainland or neighbouring islands.
Is there parking at the property?
Yes. Free private parking is available on-site and no reservation is needed. Street parking is also noted as an option nearby.
What room types are available?
The property has six room categories: Villa Garden View (35 m²), Garden Villa (16 m²), Villa with Garden View, Deluxe Suite (32 m²), Beach Front Villa (16 m²), and a bed in a 10-bed mixed dormitory (48 m² total). Prices start from USD 74.
Which room has a sea view?
The Beach Front Villa is the only category listed with a sea view. It also has garden views, a balcony, terrace, and patio, with one twin bed and one full bed.
Is there a spa on-site?
Yes, the property has an on-site spa and wellness centre. It is listed as one of the main features of the hotel.
Can I arrange diving or snorkelling from the hotel?
Yes. The tour desk organises diving and snorkelling. Both take place off-site and carry an additional charge. Fishing and hiking can also be arranged, also at extra cost.
Is the property suitable for families?
Family rooms are listed as an available category. The property also notes mini golf (at additional charge) as a family-friendly facility. The Villa with Garden View sleeps up to three with its sofa bed.
Is Wi-Fi available throughout the property?
Free Wi-Fi is available and listed as a highlight. It is confirmed in-room for the Villa Garden View, Villa with Garden View, and the dormitory. The Garden Villa and Beach Front Villa do not list Wi-Fi in their room-specific facilities.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is not referenced in the available property information. Confirm at booking whether it can be added or is included in your chosen rate.
Are there laundry facilities?
Laundry is available at the property at an additional charge. Lockers are also available on-site, which is useful for dormitory guests.
How do I book?
Rates start from USD 74. Booking can be made through the hotel directly or via standard online travel platforms. Private check-in is available, so arrival outside standard hours may be manageable — confirm when reserving.