About

KOH TAO'S HIGHEST RATED SOCIAL HOSTEL

Arrive solo, leave with friends, and actually sleep at night.

Winner of HOSCAR 2024 Best New Hostel in Asia, HOSCAR 2025 Community Superhero Award, and the Booking.com Traveller Review Award 2025 and 2026.

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WHY STAY WITH US
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* SOCIAL, NOT PARTY
Quiz nights, family dinners, movie nights, and island hikes make meeting people effortless. Join in or just chill. Fun moves to town late, so everyone sleeps.
"Met the best people of my whole trip."

* STAFF WHO KNOW YOUR NAME
Local tips, scooter advice, or just a chat. Our team makes you feel at home from day one.
"The staff genuinely care and make you feel at home."

* SLEEP WELL
Spacious dorms with quality beds, privacy curtains, air conditioning, and lockers. Cleaned daily, spotless always.
"Beds are super comfy and rooms stay cool all night."

* POOL AND ROOFTOP OASIS
Swim with jungle views, work out in the jungle gym, then head up to the rooftop common area with a bar, games, and endless places to sit and talk.
"The common space makes it effortless to meet new friends."

* JUNGLE HILLSIDE, MINUTES FROM EVERYTHING
Quiet nights and island views, just 5 minutes by scooter from Koh Tao's beaches and restaurants.
"Peaceful jungle vibes but only minutes from the beach."

* YOUR STAY FUNDS FREE EDUCATION
We run education projects across Thailand and Malaysia, and guests are welcome to join.
"Helping with their local projects was the highlight of my stay."

Also included: free daily breakfast (fresh toast, spreads, seasonal fruit, coffee) and a fully equipped guest kitchen (08:00 to 23:00).

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ESSENTIAL INFO
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- Check-in: 14:00 to 21:00. Arriving later? Arrange in advance. Guests who miss 21:00 without notice may be cancelled as a no show.
- Payment: cash only on arrival.
- Check-out: 11:00. Reception: 08:00 to 21:00.
- Cancellation: free 72 hours or more before arrival. Late cancellation: first night plus 5 percent fee. No show: full stay plus 5 percent fee. Same day cancellation: arrival night and the next night.
- Location: we sit on a scenic hill behind Babaloo Restaurant. Rent a scooter from RPM for easy access and the best way to explore the island.

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HOUSE RULES
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- Group bookings must be approved by management. Contact us before booking.
- No outside alcohol in the common area.
- No food or drinks at the pool or in the dorms. It keeps the jungle animals away and your snacks safe.
- Smoking in designated outdoor areas only.

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House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 21:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Non Smoking
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Luggage Storage
  • Parking
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Reviews

9.7Superb(877)
  • Value for Money
    9.6
  • Security
    9.9
  • Atmosphere
    9.8
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    9.8
  • Location
    9.1
  • Facilities
    9.9
Summary of traveller reviews

Wonderland Jungle Hostel in Koh Tao is a highly social and welcoming place, perfect for solo travellers. Guests praise the incredibly friendly staff and volunteers who create a family-like atmosphere. The hostel offers a great balance of social activities and a relaxed environment, with comfortable beds and clean facilities. Its jungle location provides a beautiful, serene setting, though a scooter is recommended for easy access.

Stayed in Jul 2026
10
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Saad
Male, 18-24, Syria
The place is definitely one of a kind, the vibe is unmatched and probably the best hostel on the island. Great view, clean rooms and definitely sweetest staff. Huge shoutout to Cande, Charlotte, Anna and Bea made our stay very pleasant and fun. Staying here is a must!!
Stayed in Jul 2026
10
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Ahmad
Male, 25-30, Syria
This place is beautiful, people here are amazing and very friendly. Made a lot of good memories and connections here. Candela and Charlotte are currently working here and they are two amazing people, they made this hostel so much fun and I will definitely miss them after leaving
Stayed in Jul 2026
9.4
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William
Male, 18-24, Australia
Amazing place, beautiful staff member and facilities, amazing communal area and comfy beds.
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Location

3/1 Moo 3 Koh Tao Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Thailand
2.8km from city centre