Sairee Beach

Koh Tao, Thailand

The most popular area to stay on Koh Tao, featuring a long stretch of sand with many waterfront hotels, bars, and restaurants.

Places in Sairee Beach

French Market A popular dining option on Koh Tao offering diverse international cuisine.
Blue Chair A popular dining option among Koh Tao's diverse offerings.
Chuchu A popular dining option offering healthy choices among Koh Tao's diverse restaurants.
Big Tree Boutique Hotel cafe A great cafe on the premises of one of Koh Tao's true boutique hotels.
Sairee Beach waterfront bars Bars along the long stretch of sand at the island's most popular area to stay.

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.

Mae Haad — Home to Sensi Paradise Beach Resort, one of the island's best luxury options, near the ferry pier.
Haadtien district — Home to Haadtien Beach Resort, praised for its service, food, views, rooms, classes, gym, and pool.