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Reviews of Escape Divers - Jungle Hostel and Dive Centre

17/11-12 mOO 1 KO TAO, Sairee Beach, 84360 Ko Tao, Thailand

#106 of 166 hotels in Ko Tao

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Review Score

Based on 77 hostel reviews

7.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.0

  • Comfort

    7.1

  • Location

    7.0

  • Facilities

    7.1

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    7.6

  • Free Wifi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: February 22, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Watch out for the signs. If you park your scooter outside in the wrong spot, someone could tip it over.

    A socializing place

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My only issue with it was Too much of toilet blockage, had to go out to poop every day. Don't know how they can fix it but this is a basic necessity which they need to look into. And can provide a little thicker blanket instead of just a thin sheet because it gets a little cold at night

    Loved the outdoor space, location is also nice not too far from things, easily walkable. Beds are comfortable as well, dorms were clean and nice Staff was nice and helpful

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice people and comfortable beds. I went diving while stying at the hostel and it was a lot of fun and super convenient.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    7.0
    Good place
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    First night my mattress was horrendous could feel all the springs, all the other mattresses felt good, I guess I was unlucky, changed bed the following night and mattress was great, the AC was making a clicking noise all night sounded like electric sparks.

    Nice quiet location, chilled hostel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Barely any curtains so little privacy and no curtain at the entrance so very bright

    Plenty of bathrooms. Nice common area, pretty nice beds

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 2, 2024

    6.0
    Cheap but not so cheerful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unclean bathrooms and toilets. I understand the amount of people staying per room would cause this but should be cleaned more often therefore. Staff were not particularly friendly. Didn’t promote diving with them which we would have been keen to do. Staff didn’t really communicate well regarding helping us organising trips etc.

    Nice location, a little walk away from the main strip which meant it was a little quieter. Clean beds. Good communal area to meet other people.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2024

    8.0
    Fun staff, quite area
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Thought it was gonna be more jungle surrounding from what Ive read about the place. No curtains on my top bed.

    Away from all noise. Nice staff and decent price. I took an advanced/explorer30 course with them, it was really good. The staff where awsome and fun to be around.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2024

    7.0
    Ok for the cheapest option but staff could do more to make you feel welcome. I actually cut it short and went elsewhere
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not a great social vibe unless you’re in a group it could be cool there’s pool and darts etc. didn’t find it easy to talk to the staff. You need a moped to enjoy your stay here. The roads are unpassable walking. No lockable storage it’s on an honour system just leave bags in the room accessible to anyone

    Showers were warm and there were multiple private bathrooms to use.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 19, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I expected it to be more social, there was not much going on, almost empty all the time, I guess because it isa bit far from the centre (20 min walk) people hang out there more. I didn't like that in the rooms it was too cold (AC).

    I loved that there is a ping pong and pool table. Nice, clean place.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 13, 2024

    7.0
    A quiet escape in the outskirts
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    As mentioned, cleanliness of the bathroom in the dorm. Not much activity going on in the hostel itself, I think due to the renovation. This is just if I *had* to pick something. I was out exploring and getting scuba certified most of the time I was there so it was really a great place to rest your head if that’s your expectation. Also not the hostels fault entirely and I had brought it up to John, but the taxi driver they book is quite rude and disrespectful.

    This hostel is a bit out from the town, maybe a 10 minute walk if you don’t mind it - which I didn’t at all, it was nice to clear your head as you walk through the roads at night with a lack of light and noise pollution. I’m not sure if the hostel was being renovated but there was building equipment on the premises and the area seemed unfinished. Regardless, the rooms were pretty decent but you share with a lot of people so it depends on them as to how clean/noisy the room is. The bathrooms probably should’ve been cleaned a bit more thoroughly but that’s me being picky. What I really admire was their diving team. I got scuba certified and John was excellent in helping me out with everything but Care was the star of the show. I couldn’t imagine anyone better to experience the best days of my life with. I love Koh Tao 🤍

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 3, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Toilets and showers weren’t that clean and toilet paper was run out almost all the time. The small 4 persons room got a little smelly and air conditioner seemed to work on and off

    Social area and bar were very nice. Bed was very comfortable. Location a bit far from the centre like 10 mins walk, so got a good sleep.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s a work in progress. Just need better matresses and curtains then it will be great 😊

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 12, 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    all the toilets were clogged, showers were very dirty, bed was extremely uncomfortable

    nice staff and good location near the beach and nightlife

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2023

    8.0
    Top location, good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beds are Not comfortable very hard mattress …staff is nice and answers your questions but not so welcoming as usual in Thailand...

    Great Location, easy to meet people, close to everything but very calm and quiet

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 13, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The curtains on the bed are just a sheet - they don’t block any light and don’t fully cover the bed. The towels are a non refundable deposit In quieter periods this hostel is a bit more difficult to meet people

    The hostel offers a free taxi service from their other hostel near the pier to this hostel. Each bed has a charging point and sheer curtain for some privacy. The staff I met were all really friendly and they want to help you. There’s lockers to keep your stuff safe

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 13, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    "Regular" Shuttle means once at 3 pm and once at 5 pm. There are only two showers outside for the entire hostel to share which get very busy.

    The staff were always helpful. It is quiet most of the time.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They don't have an area with shade to lay down and chill duringthe day, only the bar with fans. It's a 20min walk to the center. Anyway, you will need to rent a scooter to visit the island.

    It was very quiet. Nice friendly staff.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Owner was absolutely fantastic. We had a small issue and he resolved it quickly and properly, while being very friendly. Fantastic experience and brilliant service. Thank you!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2025

    10
    you can also stay here if you don’t dive!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    it’s a bit away from everthing, but if you have a scooter it‘s not a problem

    nice people and cute dogs!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 30, 2025

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom and floor quite unclean. Never any toilet paper. No towel provided or showee gel provided. One indoor toilet for around 20 beds.

    Very friendly and helpful staff, social vibe

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 13, 2024

    1.0
    Don’t go
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hard bed, dirty room, no space for baggage or clothes, ants in my bed, noise of ac loud and constant close to room, no ac from 12 to 4. hostel with no people and horrible music. Activities are a scam. Price too high for a basic hostel.

    Nothing

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: September 14, 2024

    5.0
    Uneventful during low season
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only one dive boat running per day in the low season, I wish I knew this before coming. Activities also don’t occur during the low season which is a bummer - downtown in Sairee it was popping!

    Amenities easily bookable, and actually cold during the night.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 25, 2024

    5.0
    Place just "to try to rest"
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    1. The mattress was rigid as a board and my friends' mattresses had holes. 2. People did not respect the quiet time. They arrived very late drunk and made a lot of noise. (French). 3. Suggestion, put a larger refrigerator since there is only one for the entire hostel. 4. Many beds in a very small space.

    I liked that the pieces had air conditioning.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 25, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It is like classic hostel with nice and clean room but staff is the best. My girlfriend don’t feel good few hours and manager help me with her. He called a doctor Olivia and she help us to get her to the hospital where she was for one night. Now she feel much better. Big thank you to everyone ❤️

    Stayed in August 2024

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