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2–8 GuestsStandard and Deluxe private rooms, a twin room, and 4- or 8-bed dorms — every option comes with air conditioning, fast WiFi and free towels, steps from Chalok Baan Kao Bay.
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Koh Tao, Thailand
A warm welcome at Closca Hostel
Sun-washed rooms, a rooftop worth lingering on, and the kind of hospitality that turns strangers into friends — just steps from the sand.
About Closca
Part guesthouse, part family
Closca sits in the quiet south of Koh Tao, a short walk from Chalok Baan Kao Bay, where the water is calm and the pace is slower than the rest of the island. It's run day-to-day by a couple who greet you like a friend arriving rather than a booking checking in — and that feeling tends to stick with people long after they leave.
Rooms are simple, spotless and quietly comfortable, the WiFi is fast enough to work from the terrace, and the crowd is a mix of remote workers and backpackers who all end up sharing the same coffee table by evening.
- Steps from Chalok Baan Kao Bay
- Clean, comfortable rooms
- Genuinely friendly, hands-on hosts
- Fast WiFi, built for remote work
- Free daily breakfast included
- Loved by remote workers & nomads alike
Stay
Rooms & dorms for every kind of traveller
From private rooms with a bay breeze to sociable dorms built for meeting people — every bed comes with air conditioning, fast WiFi and a good night's sleep.
Facilities
Everything you actually need
No frills you won't use — just the essentials, done properly.
- High-Speed WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Free Towels
- Free Breakfast
- Shared Lounge
- Coffee & Tea
- Secure Lockers
- Hot Showers
- Tour Desk
- Scooter & Bike Rental
Why Closca
What makes people come back
01
Hospitality that isn't performed
Our hosts run the place themselves, day in and day out. Guests consistently mention how quickly the welcome feels genuine rather than scripted.
02
A quieter corner of the island
Chalok Baan Kao trades the noise of Sairee for calm water and a short walk to one of Koh Tao's best viewpoints.
03
Built for remote workers and explorers
Fast WiFi, a proper desk in every room, gear-friendly storage, and a tour desk that knows the island inside out.
04
Spotless, without the sterile feel
Regular housekeeping, free towels whenever you need them, and hot showers that actually run hot — small details that guests notice and mention again and again.
Explore
Koh Tao is your backyard
Everything below is reachable on foot, by bike, or a short longtail ride away.
Beaches & snorkeling
Freedom Beach, Buddha Rock and Sai Nuan are all a short stroll away, each with its own patch of reef worth a mask and fins.
Sunsets & viewpoints
John Suwan Viewpoint is a ten-minute walk from your room — one of the best panoramas in the Gulf of Thailand, especially at golden hour.
Restaurants & nightlife
Beach bars, family-run Thai kitchens and the occasional bonfire party — Chalok keeps it relaxed while Sairee's nightlife is a quick ride north.
Guest Reviews
Loved by travellers, in their own words
Paraphrased from real guest feedback shared across booking platforms.
★★★★★
“The cleanest hostel I've stayed in on the island, hands down. Our room was kept spotless and the bathroom always felt almost new.”
★★★★★
“The owners treated us like old friends within an hour of arriving. They gave us better local advice than any guidebook.”
★★★★★
“Free breakfast every morning and it was actually good — fresh fruit, good coffee, bread with jam, waffles one day and boiled eggs the next.”
★★★★★
“Quiet enough to actually sleep, close enough to walk everywhere. The rooftop at sunset is worth the trip alone.”
★★★★★
“Great value for what you get. The dorm beds were sturdy and private enough with curtains and my own light and plug.”
★★★★★
“Booked five nights, stayed twelve. The atmosphere and the people running it made it hard to leave.”
FAQ
Good to know before you book
Check-in is from 2:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in or late check-out can usually be arranged — just message us on WhatsApp ahead of arrival.
Our 4-bed dorms come in both options — two rooms are mixed and one is female-only — and any of them can also be booked out separately as a private room for your group. The 8-bed dorm is mixed. Let us know your preference when booking.
Yes — breakfast is completely free for every guest. Each morning includes coffee and tea, bread with butter and jam, and two different kinds of fresh fruit, plus a rotating extra: boiled eggs one day and waffles the next.
Yes — towels are free for every guest in every room type, and each dorm bed includes a personal, lockable storage locker for your valuables.
Common areas are cleaned every day. Private rooms are serviced every two days, and dorm beds are refreshed every three to four days for guests staying longer — with free towels available any time you need a change.
We're a short taxi or songthaew ride from Mae Haad Pier.
Absolutely. Our tour desk can arrange scooter or bicycle rental so you can explore the island at your own pace.
Yes — fast WiFi reaches every room and the rooftop terrace, and several guests each month stay on to work remotely for weeks at a time.
You can cancel free of charge up to 72 hours before your arrival date. Cancellations made within 72 hours of check-in may be subject to a charge — full terms are shown clearly at checkout when you book.
Contact
Questions? Just message us
We usually reply within minutes on WhatsApp — whether it's about availability, transport from the pier, or things to do nearby.
Closca Hostel. Moo.3 Chalok, Ko Tao, Surat Thani 84360, Thailand
