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About this property

Located in Koh Tao in the area previously used as a political prison, White Jail at Koh Tao Hostel offers accommodation with free WiFi access and free private parking. Only a 3-minute walk from Mae Haad Pier, guests can enjoy the on-site bar and several activities in the area. Featuring a White Jail style decor, selected rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. Private rooms come with a private bathroom and satellite TV. There is a cash machine, a shared lounge and gift shop at the property. Mini-markets, restaurants and shopping areas are easy to find around White Jail at Koh Tao Hostel. Various kinds of activities, including snorkelling, diving, hiking and rock climbing are available in the area. Alternatively, guests can enjoy the parties at the beaches around Koh Tao. Baby Rasta Carbar is next to the property. Sunken Ship is 3.2 km from the property, while Nangyuan Island is 4.4 km away. The nearest airport is Samui Airport, 64 km from White Jail at Koh Tao Hostel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

    • Options with:

    • Quiet street view

    • Terrace

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Recommended for 2 adults

1 × Superior Double Room with Two Double Beds
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Max persons: 2
Beds: 2 single beds
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US$37 per night
Price US$111
3 nights, 2 adults
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  • 2 single beds
301 feet²
Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Terrace
Free WiFi

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Seating Area
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Max persons: 2
US$37 per night
Price US$111
Excluded: 7 % VAT, 1 % City tax
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  • 1 single bed
280 feet²
Balcony
View
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$40 per night
Price US$120
Excluded: 7 % VAT, 1 % City tax
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Max persons: 1
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  • 1 double bed
323 feet²
Balcony
Mountain view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$41 per night
Price US$122
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US$38 per night
Price US$114
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  • 1 bunk bed
183 feet²
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$9 per night
Price US$26
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  • 1 bunk bed
861 feet²
Balcony
Air conditioning
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$10 per night
Price US$30
Excluded: 7 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 12 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • 1 bunk bed
323 feet²
Balcony
Air conditioning
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$10 per night
Price US$30
Excluded: 7 % VAT, 1 % City tax
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 12 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • We have 2 left
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  • Urša
    Slovenia Slovenia
    White Jail was really great, amazing location, very nice rooms. We stayed at private room in first floor, it was big and comfortable with a little balcony. If you have a longer visit (we stayed 8 nights), you can just ask for your room to get...
  • Judith
    Spain Spain
    The private room was very clean. Shared toilets were very clean as well
  • Fabien
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Decent amount of space in the boxtel Big toilets and showers (separate thankfully) Nice staff Good location Lots of moped parking space Nice communal areas Free tea, coffee and toast for breakfast
  • Noppawat
    Thailand Thailand
    Nice common space, clean bathroom with soap, shampoo and hair dryer! also lovely staff and diving goggles fo r free
  • Viehmann
    Germany Germany
    the place is cared for very well by a lovely crew. it offers a variety of spaces to stay for all different needs, which also means that you meet all kinds of people here. With a little café up front and different terraces in the back there's...
  • Quentin
    France France
    very comfy and spacious room + clean very nice location
  • Lany
    Australia Australia
    The view is beautiful, the room is decent has whatever you need.
  • Auriane
    France France
    The capsule are great. Compared to the dorm, you don’t hear the reggae music from the bar next to it, so quite calm. Great location next to the pier and good diving center (I went to French kiss and they are really great). I was supposed to stay...
  • Sreeram
    India India
    Very helpful staff. Near to ferries. You can book ferry tickets from nearby place, rent bike, rent snorkeling mask, and then easily explore beaches.
  • Boo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The layout was open air but covered, which was great for the temperature etc. Good outside common area and places to chill. Incredible front desk staff- the man I spoke to was super accommodating and friendly every time!!

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From 14:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
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Children of any age are welcome.

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