Enjoy your visit to Koh Tao with a stay at Assava Dive Resort. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Cove, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.
Enjoy your visit to Koh Tao with a stay at Assava Dive Resort. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Cove, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.
Languages
English, Thai
At a glance
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Hotel size
20 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
On the beach
Snorkeling nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
The Cove - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately THB 250 for adults and THB 250 for children
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Assava Dive Resort Koh Tao
Assava Dive Koh Tao
Assava Dive
Sunshine Divers Hotel Koh Tao
Assava Dive Resort Hotel
Assava Dive Resort Koh Tao
Assava Dive Resort Hotel Koh Tao
Frequently asked questions
Does Assava Dive Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Assava Dive Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Assava Dive Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Assava Dive Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Assava Dive Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Assava Dive Resort?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Assava Dive Resort and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Assava Dive Resort?
Yes, The Cove offers beachfront dining and international cuisine.
Does Assava Dive Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Assava Dive Resort like?
Assava Dive Resort is on Chalok Baan Kao Bay, a short 13-minute walk from Shark Bay and 7 minutes' walk from Chalok Viewpoint.
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Assava Dive Resort Reviews
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Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Aug 30, 2024
Great spot with friendly staff.
dennis
dennis, 4-night trip
8/10 Good
Mar 29, 2025
Rad
olivier
olivier, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 22, 2024
Chilled, quiet and very laid back
I loved it here, my second time as a solo traveller, I felt safe at all times. Everyone was so friendly and helpful, a few minutes walk to good restaurants, great coffee place, atm and shops.
Everything you need for a relaxing time, I would recommend.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 10, 2024
I am a returning guest (2017 we stayed there already and were quite satisfied) and it has even improved since then. Right now they are building new seminar rooms for diving courses which will be finished soon.
Ferdinand
Ferdinand, 8-night trip
8/10 Good
Dec 26, 2024
Lovely place, perfect for when taking ypur diving courses. A bit displacing with the info about the beach, theres basicslly no possibility to swim at the beach. Otherwise lovely place, perfect symbiosis with the diving courses
Verified traveler
5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 6, 2024
Beachfront resort with spacious, comfortable rooms. The food at its restaurant is excellent, and there are several other good options nearby. A highlight is the area with view to the bay, where I used to eat and relax in the evenings. The swimming pool is also nice, albeit sometimes shared with diving classes.
Paulo
Paulo, 6-night trip
6/10 Okay
Mar 9, 2025
Did the job. Rooms were clean but very dated. Breakfast choices very limited, especially for vegetarians. All needs updating and upgrading for the price you are paying. Close to beach but beach needed cleaning.
Alexandra
Alexandra, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 11, 2023
Very friendly and helpful staff. Dive masters and instructors were very patient and kind. Will return here on the next trip!
Dustin
10/10 Excellent
Feb 14, 2023
Great place . I can’t say enough good things . The staff was awesome. location perfect . Awesome dive instructors . Amazing value
david
david, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 21, 2024
We are a mom-daughter duo from the US. A great stay. The bungalows are older but clean. Bed very comfortable and AC works very well (this is important due to the heat). Restaurant serves delicious food (all meals) as well as great views. The dive shop on site is super convenient with a lot of great excursion offerings. We look forward to coming back to Assava again for future diving classes and programs.
The hotel offers free shuttle to and from the pier as well as motor bike rentals. The resort is also walking distance to the beautiful Shark Bay where snorkeling was absolutely fantastic (sea turtles!!)
Staff friendly and kind.
Nattika
Nattika, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 7, 2024
Thanks to Chas, Rod, Viola and all the rest of the diving masters and staff at the Assava. Patient, knowledgeable and great guides. Did a refresher and my son got the Open water. Couldn't have been better. Nice and quiet area.
Just one thing. Have more trashcans close to the beach. Makes it easier to pick up garbage from the beach.
Bjarne
Bjarne, 10-night trip
6/10 Okay
Sep 12, 2023
Average
The main focus here is diving. Not food, drink or the rooms. We stayed at probably the best chalet (by the beach) and it was small, basic and the a/c couldn't keep up with the modest heat. We had to pay for an upgrade as the "delux" chalet was a cupboard. Unfortunately, if you stay at a dive resort, they're nearly all like this
Andrew
Andrew, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 14, 2024
This was one of our favourite stays while in Thailand for 3 weeks. We stayed in quaint, rustic bungalows. Very picturesque setting, located in beautiful bay. Great little restaurant & bar on site has great food and drink, very reasonable but if you want something else there are places within walking distance. We did intro dive with the resort dive operation - a superb experience - well worth considering if you are staying there. You don't have to be a diver to enjoy this resort. Staff is great. If time was our own we would have extended our stay. Highly recommend for people who don't make a habit of looking for where to assign demerit points - its not perfect but it is beautiful.
Frank
Frank, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 16, 2024
Deluxe garden twin
Room was very comfortable, AC worked well, wifi was good. Restaurant food was ok, I enjoyed the restaurants down the street better. There's a 7-11 and a pharmacy down the road along with 2 ATMs. Lots of restaurants in the street. I stayed 8 nights and went diving 6 days. Great instructors and divemasters. Located in a quieter area compared to Sai Ri Beach and I much prefer it. Diving was in small groups (3-18 people?) as opposed to crazy large groups (looked like 30-50 people?) at Sai Ri Beach. I liked the personable atmosphere where you get to know everyone you are diving with and you also get to know your divemasters. I would definitely go back.
Michelle
Michelle, 8-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 20, 2025
Excellent séjour passé dans cet établissement.
Petit chalet confortable dans un resort et centre de plongée.
Très bon accueil et service, petit déjeuner très agréable servi vue mer.
Nuits calmes, proches de superbes plages pour faire du snorking.
Nous y avons louer un scooter pour découvrir les petits joyaux de la côte
Florence
Florence, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Mar 1, 2025
Paikka oli siisti ja huone oli mukava sänky hyvä
Sisään tullessa ei ollut opastusta resepsuuniin niin tuli harhailtua hieman
Mainostivat uima-allasta mutta se oli jatkuvassa sukellus opetus käytössä
sami
sami, 3-night trip
6/10 Okay
Feb 15, 2025
Le personnel est très peu jovial, le service au restaurant est d'une lenteur jamais vu. c'est vrai que c'est un centre de plongée mais si il ne veulent pas d'autres clientele ils n'ont qu'a ne louer qu'aux plongeurs.
Andre
Andre, 5-night trip
6/10 Okay
Feb 8, 2025
Alomejor esperaba más por las fotos del lugar. El cuarto tipo cabaña independiente muy bien, cuarto amplio y fresco, cama confortable y ducha con buena presión pero moja todo el baño. Tiene entrada al mar pero no es una buena elección playa, del tiempo q estuvimos ahí nadie se metió al mar, optamos por irnos a tatooh beach q está cerca. El staff te resuelve pero sientes como q estás molestando, no hay la típica sonrisa tailandesa. El último día no nos querían dar el desayuno q estaba incluido hasta q fui a recepción a reclamar. No regresaría, invertiría un poco más para un lugar con mejor playa, pero tampoco fue mala la estadía.
Mario Fabian Ortega
Mario Fabian Ortega, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 10, 2025
Tolle gepflegte Anlage mit Frangipani.
Gute Matratzen und sauber!
Gute Auswahl an leckerem Essen.
Nettes junges Team.
Wir fühlten uns sofort sehr wohl.
Die Backpacker aus Berlin
Fanni
Fanni, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 14, 2024
went diving in Koh Tao, Thailand through Assava Dive Resort. Beautiful accommodations and right off the ocean. Felt like paradise. I signed up for my open-water scuba diving PADI course with Steven Crane. An amazing teacher and explained everything. He removed the fear and hesitation I had about diving. I felt completely safe under his hands and he was with me for every dive. I loved it so much that I signed up for the advanced PADI open water course, and did ten dives with Steve. Brilliant experience and profound when I swam with a whale shark.
Ram
10/10 Excellent
Sep 17, 2024
Ottimo Resort a Koh Tao. Tutti molto cordiali.
Fabrizio
Fabrizio, 6-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 22, 2024
La struttura è fantastica, siamo stato davvero bene soprattutto all’esterno, molta tranquillità e relax. Il
personale è un po’ distratto, al check in sono stati molto frettolosi ed invece per la colazione attese lunghissime immotivate
Arianna
Arianna, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 16, 2024
Camille
Camille, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
May 3, 2024
Très bel endroit. Chambre très propre et confortable. J’ai adoré j’y reviendrai. Néanmoins la nourriture du restaurant est moyenne.