Kerton Hostel
A well-regarded hostel near Lamai Beach, praised for spacious clean rooms, friendly staff, and a great central location.
Details
- Address
- 124, 20 Thanon Had Lamai, Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand
- Phone
- +66 94 193 9193
- Website
- kertonhostel.top
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About Kerton Hostel
Situated on Thanon Had Lamai in Koh Samui's lively Lamai district, Kerton Hostel draws budget-conscious travelers seeking comfortable, well-maintained accommodation close to the beach. Guests frequently highlight the spaciousness and cleanliness of the rooms, which stand out for a hostel of this type — with easy-access bunk beds that even taller travelers find comfortable, fresh towels provided daily, and generous drying areas for laundry. The reception staff have earned particular praise for their warmth and willingness to go out of their way for guests in need.
The location works well for visitors who want to be in the middle of things. Lamai Beach is around a five-minute walk away, while both the tourist-oriented Night Market and the local Lamai fresh market — a better bet for authentic Thai food — are within easy reach on foot. The surrounding area offers a mix of beach bars, restaurants, and local amenities, making it a practical base for exploring the island.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Kerton Hostel, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 1 minLamai CocktailsNightlife & Bars · 110 m · 4.8★
- 2 minBondi Aussie Bar and Grill, Lamai BeachNightlife & Bars · 180 m · 4.2★
- 2 minLamai food courtRestaurants & Food · 180 m · 4.3★
- 2 minRoyal CottageHotels & Resorts · 200 m · 4.6★
- 3 minLUUMAActivities & Tours · 210 m · 4.5★
- 3 minAm Samui PalaceTemples & Culture · 270 m · 4.5★
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Reviews from Google
The best hostel in all of Lamai. We had problem with our accommodation and this amazing woman in the reception helped us with a couple of night stay beweeen bookings. So kind, always a smile. Nice rooms good AC and comfortable! I spent 5 nights and slept like a baby!!!
Best Hostel for Comfort! Especially for 6ft tall 210 pound person. Exceeded all expectations. Responsive to request!
Good looking hostel and super close from the Night market (mostly tourist food) and 10 min. away from the Lamai market (thaï food). Everything was clean. I loved the big area to hang our clothes to dry. Unfortunatly i didn't sleep very well here. The matress and sheets were damp. I notice the bathroom door has alot of space under so the humidity gets in the room even with the AC working 24hours. Not a place to meet people as it's really calm.
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124, 20 Thanon Had Lamai, Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand
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Kerton Hostel: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kerton Hostel worth visiting?
Kerton Hostel holds a 4.7★ rating from 126 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated hotels & resorts in Koh Samui.
When is the best time to visit Kerton Hostel?
The best months to visit Koh Samui are January – September, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in July – August & December — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: October – December (Gulf Coast monsoon).
Where is Kerton Hostel located?
Kerton Hostel is at 124, 20 Thanon Had Lamai, Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand, in Koh Samui. Getting around Koh Samui: Songthaews (fixed routes around the ring road); Motorbike or scooter rental.
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