Big Tree Boutique Hotel
A garden retreat on Ko Tao, from $128 a night
A place to stay in Ko Tao
Big Tree Boutique Hotel sits on Ko Tao, Thailand, and runs rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Rates start from $128. The property has an on-site restaurant, free parking, and free Wi-Fi throughout. The hotel earns a guest rating of 8.8/10 across 292 reviews, with staff, comfort, and cleanliness cited as the strongest points. Family rooms are available, and the garden setting gives the place a distinct character compared with Ko Tao's more compact guesthouses.
Who this stay suits
A comfortable, well-maintained hotel with garden-view rooms, a restaurant on-site, and staff that guests consistently rate highly.
Best for
- Families needing larger rooms
- Guests arriving by shuttle with luggage
- Those who want on-site dining
- Travellers prioritising cleanliness and comfort
Less suited to
- Budget backpackers
- Those wanting a pool on-site
Garden setting and outdoor spaces
Rooms look out over the garden, and most have a private balcony or patio. It's a proper outdoor buffer — useful on an island where many hotels are built right to the street edge. The garden gives the property a sense of space that the room count alone doesn't convey.
Rooms designed for longer stays
Each room includes a refrigerator, electric kettle, tea and coffee maker, drying rack, and clothes rack. Private bathrooms come with free toiletries, a hairdryer, slippers, and a bidet. It's a practical setup for guests staying more than a night or two.
On-site restaurant
The hotel runs its own restaurant, which matters on Ko Tao where getting around for meals requires effort. Having dining on the property means guests aren't forced out at every mealtime, especially convenient for families or late arrivals.
Rooms & rates
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
26.0 m² · sleeps 2 · Select your bed (if available) 1 king bed 2 twin beds
- 1 room
- Balcony
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
Studio with Balcony
35.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Entire studio
- Balcony
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
Vacation Home
48.0 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds
- Entire vacation home
- Private kitchen
- Attached bathroom
- Balcony
- Garden view
The highlights
Inside Big Tree Boutique Hotel
Amenities at Big Tree Boutique Hotel
Most popular facilities
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Restaurant
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Garden view
- View
Outdoors
- Patio
- Balcony
- Garden
Getting to & from Samui Airport
Big Tree Boutique Hotel is 64.4 km from Samui Airport (USM). Ko Tao has no airport — the fastest way in is a catamaran from Chumphon on the mainland, with a longer ferry option from Surat Thani.
Where you'll be
Ko Tao is a small island built around scuba diving, with a concentration of dive schools around Sairee Beach.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Welcome to Koh Tao Turtle Monument at 520 m; the nearest ferry pier, Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier, is 760 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Welcome to Koh Tao Turtle Monumenthistoric site520 m
- Haad Ao Maebeach670 m
- Cindy's Towerviewpoint1.2 km
- Love Koh Tao viewpointviewpoint1.7 km
- Haad Saireebeach2.1 km
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 292 reviews, the property holds a 8.8/10 guest rating. The three themes guests flag most positively are staff, comfort, and cleanliness.
- Staff9.4
- Facilities8.8
- Cleanliness9.1
- Comfort9.2
- Value For Money8.5
- Location8.7
- Free Wifi8
Reviews scoring 9–10: 12 · average 9.6
They wrote about: room, staff, comfort
Reviews scoring 7–9: 8 · average 8
They wrote about: staff, room, bathroom
No reviews in the selected score range.
Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.
Things to know
Policies & house rules
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
From 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of THB 1,000 is required on arrival. That's about US$30. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Common questions
Where exactly is Big Tree Boutique Hotel located?
The hotel is in Ko Tao, Thailand. Ko Tao is an island, so access is by ferry or speedboat from the mainland or neighbouring islands. The hotel's shuttle service can help with transfers once you arrive on the island.
Does the hotel have free parking?
Yes. Free parking is available on-site, which is useful if you hire a scooter or vehicle during your stay on Ko Tao.
Is there a shuttle service?
The hotel has a shuttle service. Note that this is listed as available at an additional charge in the amenity details, so confirm the cost and route when booking.
Does the hotel have a restaurant?
Yes, there is an on-site restaurant. This is one of the property's signature features and is available to guests without needing to leave the property.
Is Wi-Fi included in the room rate?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and is included in the room rate.
Are family rooms available?
Yes. The hotel has family rooms. It's worth contacting the property directly to confirm the configuration and capacity before booking.
What does a room typically include?
All rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer, a refrigerator, electric kettle, tea and coffee maker, slippers, balcony, and garden view. Extra towels and sheets are available for a fee.
Can I go snorkeling through the hotel?
Snorkeling is available as an activity but is off-site and comes at an additional charge. The hotel can help arrange this. Ko Tao has well-regarded snorkeling spots around the island.
What is the price range?
Rooms start from $128 per night. Prices will vary by room type, season, and how far in advance you book. Check the hotel directly or a booking platform for live rates.
Are the rooms non-smoking?
Yes, the hotel has non-smoking rooms. This is listed as one of its primary features.
Can the hotel arrange public transit tickets?
Yes. Public transit tickets are available through the hotel at an additional charge, which can be a convenient way to get around Ko Tao without arranging transport independently.
How have guests rated the hotel overall?
The hotel holds a guest rating of 8.8/10 based on 292 reviews. Staff, comfort, and cleanliness are the most positively mentioned aspects in guest feedback.