Aura Koh Tao

Koh Phangan Aura Koh Tao, 84360 Koh Tao, Thailand·View on map

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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 11:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Aura Koh Tao is an adults-only hotel in Sairee Beach, Koh Tao, with private-pool villas. Its accommodation ranges from double rooms to suites and villas, all for up to two people. Room sizes run from 25 to 57 m², with options named for a terrace or balcony, sea-view suites and villas, and villas with private pools. Rooms have air conditioning and private bathrooms; suites and villas include a separate living room and bedroom.

Free private parking is available on site, and WiFi is free throughout. Breakfast is available in the room from an à la carte menu. The property also has a terrace, non-smoking rooms and a designated smoking area; room equipment includes a refrigerator, electric kettle, fan and safety deposit box.

Sairee Beach is 450 m away, with swimming, dive schools and beachside dining along the island’s main western shore. The adults-only setting and two-person room capacities suit couples and other adult travellers seeking a stay near the beach.

Rooms

8 room types · 25–57 m²

Accommodation at Aura Koh Tao ranges from double rooms to suites and villas, with sizes from 25 to 57 m² and space for up to two people per room. Air conditioning and a private bathroom are common features. Each bathroom has a shower, and bidets are included among the room facilities. Wardrobes or closets, safety deposit boxes, refrigerators and electric kettles provide practical in-room equipment.

The room names distinguish several outdoor and view features: one double room has a terrace, another has a balcony, and the suites are offered with sea views. Villa options include private-pool and sea-view versions, each arranged with a separate living room and bedroom. The Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds has two large beds, while the other room options have one large bed.

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds — Aura Koh Tao

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

40 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Large bed (King size)
Private bathroomAir conditioningSafety deposit box

At 40 m², this is the larger of the double-room options and accommodates two. It has air conditioning, a private bathroom with a shower and bidet, plus a wardrobe, safety deposit box, refrigerator and electric kettle. The two large beds distinguish it from the single-bed layouts.

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Double Room with Terrace — Aura Koh Tao

Double Room with Terrace

35 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
TerraceElectric kettleRefrigerator

This 35 m² double room is distinguished by its terrace and accommodates two people. The air-conditioned room has a private bathroom with a shower and bidet, along with a safety deposit box, refrigerator and electric kettle. It is a larger option than the 30 m² balcony room.

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Queen Room with Balcony — Aura Koh Tao

Queen Room with Balcony

30 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
BalconyBidetFan

At 30 m², this double room pairs a balcony with space for two. Its private bathroom has a shower and bidet, while the room also provides air conditioning, a safety deposit box, refrigerator and electric kettle. It is smaller than the terrace room but larger than the 25 m² Queen Room.

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Queen Room — Aura Koh Tao

Queen Room

25 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
ShowerBidetSafety deposit box

This 25 m² double room is the most compact of the four double-room options and accommodates two. It has air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower and bidet. A safety deposit box and electric kettle are among its in-room features; the room name does not specify a balcony or terrace.

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Deluxe Suite with Sea View — Aura Koh Tao

Deluxe Suite with Sea View

45 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Sea viewSeparate living roomShower

The 45 m² Deluxe Suite combines a sea view with a separate bedroom and living room, giving it a distinct layout from the double rooms. It accommodates two and has air conditioning, a private bathroom with a shower, a wardrobe, safety deposit box and electric kettle.

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Superior Suite with Sea View — Aura Koh Tao

Superior Suite with Sea View

50 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Sea viewSeparate living roomSafety deposit box

At 50 m², this sea-view suite is larger than the Deluxe Suite and accommodates two. Its separate living room and bedroom create a suite layout, with air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower. A wardrobe, safety deposit box and electric kettle are also provided.

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Villa with Private Pool — Aura Koh Tao

Villa with Private Pool

57 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Private poolSeparate living roomPrivate bathroom

This 57 m² villa accommodates two and has a private pool, unlike the hotel’s rooms and suites. Inside, it has a separate living room and bedroom, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower. A wardrobe, safety deposit box and electric kettle complete the room’s features.

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Villa with Sea View — Aura Koh Tao

Villa with Sea View

57 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Sea viewSeparate living roomShower

This 57 m² villa is distinguished by its sea view rather than a private pool. It accommodates two and includes a separate living room and bedroom, with air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower. A wardrobe, safety deposit box and electric kettle are provided in the villa.

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Facilities

35 facilities
Parking
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Adults only
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Shower
Private parking
Designated smoking area

Aura Koh Tao combines practical in-room features with an adults-only setting. Rooms have air conditioning and a fan, while each private bathroom includes a shower, bidet, toilet, towels, linen and toilet paper; a hairdryer is also provided. A wardrobe or closet, safety deposit box, refrigerator and electric kettle are available in the rooms. A clothes rack provides additional hanging space alongside the wardrobe or closet, while the refrigerator and kettle are useful for storing drinks and preparing hot water.

Non-smoking rooms and a designated smoking area are available, and the property has a terrace. WiFi is free throughout all areas, and free private parking is available on site without a reservation. Breakfast is available in the room from an à la carte menu. Fire extinguishers, outdoor CCTV and smoke alarms are also among the property’s safety facilities.

General

  • Terrace
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Adults only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms

Food & drink

  • Breakfast in the room

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Clothes rack

Media & technology

  • Internet services

Parking

  • Parking

Aura Koh Tao is in Sairee Beach on Koh Tao’s west coast, 450 m from Sairee Beach. The island’s main beach runs for 1.8 km, with dive schools, restaurants and beach bars along the shore and sunset views towards Koh Nang Yuan. Bayti Cafe and Mediterranean Cuisine and Vegetabowl are each 300 m away, with other food and drink venues along the Sairee strip.

Koh Tao has no airport; visitors arrive by boat at Mae Haad pier. Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 1.5 km from the hotel, and a pick-up truck taxi or scooter can cover the last stretch. Ferries from Koh Samui take about 1.5–2 hours, while crossings from Koh Phangan take 45–90 minutes; services from Chumphon take around 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours. A flat brick path links Mae Haad and Sairee in about 15 minutes on foot. Free private parking is available on site. Roads to the eastern coves, including Tanote Bay, are steep, so take care if travelling by scooter.

Sairee Viewpoint is 950 m away, and Ao Tanote Beach is 2.1 km away. Nangyuan Island, 3.6 km from the hotel, can be reached by long-tail boat from Sairee or Mae Haad in 10–20 minutes; day visitors must leave by about 17:00. Koh Tao is known for diving, with more than 25 dive sites around the island, and whale sharks are most often seen in March–May and September–October. Rough seas can disrupt ferry services, particularly from November to January.

  • Sairee Beach
    The island’s main stretch for swimming, dive schools and sunset views.
    450 m
  • Sairee Viewpoint
    A coastal lookout with views across the bay towards Koh Nang Yuan.
    950 m
  • Mae Haad Beach
    A west-coast shore beside the island’s main pier village.
    950 m
  • Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier
    Ferry arrival point connecting Koh Tao with neighbouring islands and mainland.
    1.5 km
  • Nangyuan Island
    Small offshore islets joined by sandbars, reached by long-tail boat.
    3.6 km
  • Ao Tanote Beach
    An east-coast cove known for clear water and steep access roads.
    2.1 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you are an adult traveller looking for an adults-only hotel.
  • ✓you want to stay close to Sairee Beach, which is 450 m away.
  • ✓you prefer a sea-view room, suite or villa.
  • ✓you want a private pool: selected villas have their own, rather than access to a shared pool.
  • ✓you prefer breakfast served in your room from an à la carte menu.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you are travelling with children, as Aura Koh Tao is adults only.
  • ✕you want a shared pool; the property has no shared pool, and private pools are available only with villas.
  • ✕you need accommodation for more than two people in one room, as the room options have a maximum capacity of two.
  • ✕you require breakfast to be included in the room rate; breakfast is available in-room from an à la carte menu.

What guests say

206 verified reviews
9.4

Guest feedback reflects particularly strong impressions of the staff, cleanliness and WiFi, with comfort and facilities also rated highly. Value for money and the island setting score well too, though the setting sits slightly below the strongest categories.

Free WiFi10.0
Staff9.8
Cleanliness9.7
Comfort9.6
Facilities9.4
Value for money9.2
Location9.0

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Aura Koh Tao cost?

Rates at Aura Koh Tao vary with the dates, room type and season. To see the current amount for your stay, view available rates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Aura Koh Tao?

Koh Tao has no airport, so visitors arrive by boat at Mae Haad pier. Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 1.5 km from Aura Koh Tao; continue from the pier area by pick-up truck taxi or scooter. The hotel has free private on-site parking, with no reservation needed. A flat brick path links Mae Haad and Sairee.

What is near Aura Koh Tao?

Sairee Beach is 450 m from Aura Koh Tao, and Sairee Viewpoint is 950 m away. Mae Haad Beach is also 950 m away, while Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 1.5 km away. Nangyuan Island is 3.6 km away and reached by long-tail boat from Sairee or Mae Haad. Sairee’s beach strip has dive schools and dining.

Does Aura Koh Tao have private pools?

Aura Koh Tao has no shared pool; private pools are available only with the private-pool villa options. Sea-view villas are a separate room type, so the pool and sea-view features are not the same villa category.

Are children allowed at Aura Koh Tao?

Aura Koh Tao is an adults-only hotel, and each room option has a maximum occupancy of two people. Accommodation includes double rooms, suites and villas, with private bathrooms and air conditioning across the room options.

What room types can you book at Aura Koh Tao?

Aura Koh Tao offers double rooms, suites and villas for up to two people. Room features include a terrace or balcony, sea views and private pools in selected villas; the suites and villas have a separate living room and bedroom.

Is breakfast available at Aura Koh Tao?

Breakfast at Aura Koh Tao is available in the room from an à la carte menu, and it is not included in the room rate. Room equipment includes an electric kettle and refrigerator.

Is parking available at Aura Koh Tao?

Aura Koh Tao provides free private parking on site, and you do not need to reserve a space. The parking is private rather than public, and the property also offers free WiFi throughout all areas.

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