Resort in Sairee Beach, Koh Tao
Koh Tao Hillside Resort
An outdoor pool and wide views from the slopes above Sairee
Photos: Booking.com
Overview
Swapping a beachside room for one on the hill has two clear rewards here: a view across Sairee Beach and the sea, and an outdoor pool to cool off in when you're back from the shore. Koh Tao Hillside Resort sits on the green slopes behind Sairee and is built around both.
There's an on-site restaurant serving Thai and international dishes, Wi-Fi is free across the property, and the rooms are non-smoking with a modern finish. It's a comfortable middle ground for travellers who want Sairee's restaurants within reach but prefer to end the day somewhere calmer.
Highlights
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Hillside views over Sairee Beach
- On-site restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi throughout
- Non-smoking rooms
- About 11 minutes on foot from the shoreline
Location
The property gives the walk to the shore as around 11 minutes. Sairee's beachfront path, with its dive schools, cafés and bars, is at the bottom of the hill, and the sunsets face this way.
Mae Haad pier is a short taxi ride south. Expect a climb on the way back up: hillside roads on Koh Tao are steep.
Good to know
- Walking back uphill after dinner is part of the deal; taxis are available if you'd rather not.
- Old listings name it 'Kohtao Hillside resort', so you may see both spellings on booking sites.
Questions about Koh Tao Hillside Resort
Does Koh Tao Hillside Resort have a pool?
Yes, an outdoor swimming pool.
How far is it from Sairee Beach?
About an 11-minute walk to the shoreline, according to the property, downhill on the way there.
Is there a restaurant?
Yes. The resort has a restaurant with local and international food.
