High Bar Koh Tao

43/6 เกาะพงัน - เกาะเต่า, Chalok Baan Kao, 84360 Koh Tao, Thailand·View on map

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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 11:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

High Bar Koh Tao is a 3-star hotel in Chalok Baan Kao, Koh Tao, with balcony rooms looking towards the bay, sea or surrounding hills. Room choices include options for two people and one four-person room, with air conditioning, a private bathroom and a balcony throughout. The 35 m² and 40 m² rooms have different bed layouts, and several offer sea views alongside mountain or city views. Tea and coffee makers, seating areas and sofas feature among the room facilities.

A garden, terrace and bar provide places to spend time on site, while the tour desk can assist with island arrangements. WiFi is free throughout, and free private parking is available on site without reservation. Chalok Baan Kao Beach is 250 m away, with Shark Bay Beach and Freedom Beach also nearby. Guests often praise the bay and ocean scenery, particularly at sunset, and the welcoming team. Some find the steep approach difficult. The minimum stay is two nights, and check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00.

Rooms

8 room types · 35–40 m²

High Bar Koh Tao offers King, Queen and Deluxe room types, mostly for two people, with one King Room with Mountain View accommodating four. A 35 m² King option has a single bed; a 40 m² King option for two has a double bed, while the four-person room has two double beds. Every room has a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower. Mountain views recur throughout, and some rooms also face the sea or city. The 40 m² Queen room includes a seating area and sofa, unlike the other two-person options.

The sea-view choices include a Deluxe Double Room with Sea View, a Double Room with Sea View and a Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View. Tea and coffee makers, free toiletries, towels and a hairdryer feature among the room facilities. Other distinctions include city views, a sofa in some rooms, and capacities of two or four people.

King Room with Mountain View — High Bar Koh Tao

King Room with Mountain View

35 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Single bed
BalconyMountain viewCity view

At 35 m², this two-person King room has a single bed, mountain and city views, and a balcony. Air conditioning, a sofa and a private shower bathroom complete the room, along with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

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King Room with Mountain View — High Bar Koh Tao

King Room with Mountain View

40 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
BalconyMountain viewCity view

This 40 m² two-person King room pairs a double bed with a balcony and mountain and city views. Compared with the 35 m² King option, it has more floor space and a different bed layout. Air conditioning, a sofa, shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer are included.

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Queen Room with Garden View — High Bar Koh Tao

Queen Room with Garden View

40 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
BalconyMountain viewSeating area

This 40 m² Queen option pairs mountain views with a seating area and sofa, distinguishing its layout from the other two-person rooms. It also has a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower, plus free toiletries and a hairdryer.

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Deluxe Double Room with Sea View — High Bar Koh Tao

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

40 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
BalconySea viewMountain view

The 40 m² Deluxe Double Room with Sea View faces the sea as well as the mountains, with a balcony for taking in both outlooks. It accommodates two people and includes air conditioning, a private shower bathroom, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

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King Room with Mountain View — High Bar Koh Tao

King Room with Mountain View

40 m² Max. 4 guests 2 Double bed
BalconySea viewCity view

This 40 m² King room is the four-person option, with two double beds and a balcony. Sea, mountain and city views are available from the room, which also has air conditioning, a private shower bathroom, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

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Double Room with Sea View — High Bar Koh Tao

Double Room with Sea View

40 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
Sea viewCity viewMountain view

This 40 m² Double Room with Sea View adds city views to its sea and mountain outlooks. It is arranged for two people with one double bed, a balcony and air conditioning; the bathroom has a shower, with free toiletries and a hairdryer provided.

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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View — High Bar Koh Tao

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View

40 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
BalconySea viewCity view

Alongside the 40 m² Double Room with Sea View, this Deluxe choice has sea, mountain and city views and a double bed for two. It also has a balcony and air conditioning, plus a private shower bathroom, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

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Deluxe Double Room — High Bar Koh Tao

Deluxe Double Room

Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
Sea viewMountain viewSofa

This two-person Deluxe Double Room combines sea and mountain views with a sofa, setting it apart from the named sea-view Deluxe choices. A balcony, air conditioning, private shower bathroom, free toiletries and a hairdryer are also included for a two-person stay.

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Facilities

37 facilities
Parking
Balcony
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Free parking
Tour desk
Shower
Private parking
Laundry

High Bar Koh Tao has a garden and terrace alongside a bar, with a tea and coffee maker and dining area among the facilities. Balconies extend the rooms outdoors, and air conditioning is available in the rooms. Private bathrooms include a shower, toilet, toilet paper, towels, free toiletries and a hairdryer; clothes racks are also provided. Some rooms have a seating area, and towels/sheets are available for an extra fee.

Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel, while free private parking is on site and does not require a reservation. Daily housekeeping is offered, along with laundry, ironing and dry-cleaning services. A tour desk is available for island arrangements. Key access is used, and smoking is prohibited throughout the property.

General

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour desk
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
  • Key access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Air conditioning

Food & drink

  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Mountain view
  • Clothes rack
  • Dining area
  • Seating area

Media & technology

  • Internet services

Parking

  • Parking

Chalok Baan Kao is a village on Koh Tao’s south coast, set around a sheltered bay and a cluster of small beaches. High Bar Koh Tao is reached by a steep hillside approach, so the return from the shore involves a climb. Chalok Baan Kao Beach is 250 m away, Shark Bay Beach is 400 m away and Freedom Beach is 700 m away. The village is the island’s quieter southern settlement, with dive resorts and municipal services, while Sairee is the busier beach strip farther north. Ao Thian, 500 m from the hotel, is another nearby coastal spot.

Koh Tao has no airport, so visitors arrive by ferry at Mae Haad on the west coast. Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 1.9 km away; pick-up truck taxis run between the pier and Chalok Baan Kao, and the driver charges per vehicle rather than per passenger. The pier-to-hotel trip continues over island roads and up the steep approach. Free private parking is available on site, and no reservation is needed. Samui International Airport is 61.7 km away and Chumphon Airport is 87.2 km away, but either journey also requires a ferry crossing. Ferries can be cancelled in rough seas, especially from November to January.

Swimming and snorkelling are central activities around the south-coast coves, and Koh Tao has dive sites and dive schools across the island. Sun Suwan Viewpoint is 600 m from High Bar Koh Tao, with Cindy’s Tower 850 m away; Ao Leuk is 1.3 km away. From November to March, the west and south shores are generally the calmer coasts; October to December is the roughest period. For a boat outing, Koh Nang Yuan’s three islets are reached by long-tail from Sairee or Mae Haad in around 10–20 minutes; day visitors leave by about 17:00.

  • Chalok Baan Kao Beach
    South-coast swimming beach beside the island’s quieter southern village.
    250 m
  • Shark Bay Beach
    Small cove known for shallow-water sightings of blacktip reef sharks and turtles.
    400 m
  • Sun Suwan Viewpoint
    Elevated lookout across the southern bays, coastline and surrounding islands.
    600 m
  • Freedom Beach
    Compact cove with clear water for swimming and short shoreline visits.
    700 m
  • Ao Leuk
    Eastern-coast bay with coral close to shore and resort dining.
    1.3 km
  • Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier
    Ferry arrival point linking Koh Tao with nearby Gulf islands and mainland ports.
    1.9 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want beaches within walking distance: Chalok Baan Kao Beach is 250 m away and Shark Bay Beach is 400 m away
  • ✓you enjoy coastal scenery: balconies and rooms with sea or mountain views are available
  • ✓you are travelling with a group of up to four: one 40 m² room has two double beds
  • ✓you plan island excursions: a tour desk is available and Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 1.9 km away
  • ✓you need on-site parking: free private parking is available without a reservation

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you find steep hills difficult: the approach to the hotel is very steep
  • ✕you need a one-night stay: the minimum booking is two nights
  • ✕you require consistently reliable hot water and fixtures: some guests report issues with these
  • ✕you are sensitive to variable room upkeep: some guests report insects, dirty fridges or missed housekeeping

What guests say

137 verified reviews
7.2

Guests most often praise the bay and ocean scenery, particularly at sunset. The team also receives positive comments for being welcoming and helpful. Some visitors find the steep hill difficult to navigate on foot.

Free WiFi10.0
Comfort7.9
Cleanliness7.8
Staff7.7
Value for money7.7
Facilities7.5
Location7.2

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at High Bar Koh Tao cost?

Rates at High Bar Koh Tao vary with the season, room and dates of your stay. You can see rates for your dates through our booking partners.

How do I get to High Bar Koh Tao?

High Bar Koh Tao is reached by road from Mae Haad, where ferries arrive; Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 1.9 km away. A pick-up truck taxi can take you into Chalok Baan Kao, and the final approach includes a very steep hill. Free private parking is available on site without reservation. Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00.

What is near High Bar Koh Tao?

Chalok Baan Kao Beach is 250 m from High Bar Koh Tao, while Shark Bay Beach is 400 m away and Freedom Beach is 700 m away. Sun Suwan Viewpoint is 600 m from the hotel. Ao Leuk is 1.3 km away, and Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 1.9 km away. The south-coast setting also places you near swimming and snorkelling coves.

Does High Bar Koh Tao require a damage deposit?

High Bar Koh Tao requires a cash damage deposit of THB 1,000 on arrival. It is returned in cash at check-out after an inspection of the property, with the refund subject to the inspection outcome.

What is the minimum stay at High Bar Koh Tao?

High Bar Koh Tao requires a minimum stay of two consecutive nights, so a one-night booking is not available. The minimum applies to both the two-person room options and the 40 m² room that accommodates up to four.

Which rooms at High Bar Koh Tao have sea views?

Sea views are available in the Deluxe Double Room with Sea View, Double Room with Sea View and Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View at High Bar Koh Tao. Some King Room with Mountain View options also have sea views, alongside mountain or city views.

How many people can stay in a room at High Bar Koh Tao?

Most room options at High Bar Koh Tao accommodate two people. One 40 m² King Room with Mountain View accommodates up to four and has two double beds, as well as sea, mountain and city views.

What room facilities does High Bar Koh Tao provide?

Rooms at High Bar Koh Tao have air conditioning, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. Tea and coffee makers, free toiletries, towels and a hairdryer are included, while some rooms also have a sofa or seating area.

What outdoor facilities does High Bar Koh Tao have?

High Bar Koh Tao has a garden and terrace, as well as a bar and tea and coffee makers. Room facilities include balconies, and daily housekeeping is provided. A tour desk is available for island arrangements.

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