Haadtien district
Koh Tao, Thailand
Home to Haadtien Beach Resort, praised for its service, food, views, rooms, classes, gym, and pool.
Places in Haadtien district
- Haadtien Beach Resort bar Part of the resort praised for its service, food, and views.
Practical notes for Koh Tao
- Best time to visit
- March to September offers the best diving visibility, while December to February brings drier, cooler weather.
- Getting around
- Sairee Beach is the island's main hub, with Mae Haad serving the ferry pier and Sensi Paradise Beach Resort's luxury offerings nearby.
- Currency
- Thai Baht (฿)
- Language
- Thai. English is widely spoken in dive shops and resorts.
- Timezone
- ICT (UTC+7)
- Current trends
- Koh Tao's dining scene continues to diversify well beyond its diver-hostel roots, with French Market, Blue Chair, and Chuchu representing the island's growing range from affordable local Thai cuisine to upscale Western restaurants and beach clubs along Sairee Beach.
Other neighborhoods in Koh Tao
- Sairee Beach — The most popular area to stay on Koh Tao, featuring a long stretch of sand with many waterfront hotels, bars, and restaurants.
- Mae Haad — Home to Sensi Paradise Beach Resort, one of the island's best luxury options, near the ferry pier.
Read the full Koh Tao guide