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Bamboo Beach Bar

A laid-back beachside bar on Koh Tao serving drinks from 11am to 1am daily at budget-friendly prices.

4.8(287)$$$$Mae Haad Pier · 4 min walk
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Plan your visit

Hours
Daily 11:00–01:00
Price
$$$$
Budget
Getting there
Mae Haad Pier
4 min walk

Carry Your Passport or a Copy

Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, the big clubs most of all. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.

Details

Full opening hours
Monday11:00–01:00
Tuesday11:00–01:00
Wednesday11:00–01:00
Thursday11:00–01:00
Friday11:00–01:00
Saturday11:00–01:00
Sunday11:00–01:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

Bamboo Beach Bar sits along Songserm Pier Street on Koh Tao, one of Thailand's most popular islands for diving and island life. Open seven days a week from 11am through to 1am, it caters to the full stretch of the day — from afternoon drinks after a dive to late-night socializing under the stars. The budget-friendly price point makes it an accessible option for backpackers and longer-stay travelers alike.

The atmosphere here leans casual and unpretentious, with the kind of relaxed beach bar vibe that Koh Tao does well. Guests can expect a sociable crowd, cold drinks, and a setting that encourages lingering. Its consistent popularity is reflected in the strong rating it holds across a solid number of visitor reviews, suggesting it delivers reliably on what it promises.

For those planning a visit, the bar is easy to find given its location near Songserm Pier — a useful landmark for anyone arriving on the island by ferry. Because it opens at 11am, it works well as a daytime stop as well as an evening one. Up-to-date information on events or specials can be found through its Facebook page at facebook.com/bamboobeachbarkohtao. Dress code is relaxed — beachwear is the norm on Koh Tao.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026

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Around here, on foot

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Experience hints

Visitor favorite
Budget-friendly

Songserm Pier Street, Koh Tao, Koh Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars

Know the Closing Times

Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.

Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously

Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.

Arrange Your Ride Home

Use Grab (ride-hailing app) to get home safely — taxis outside nightlife areas late at night often refuse meters. Set up the app before going out, and keep your phone charged.

Bamboo Beach Bar: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bamboo Beach Bar worth visiting?

Bamboo Beach Bar holds a 4.8★ rating from 287 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Koh Tao.

What are the opening hours of Bamboo Beach Bar?

Bamboo Beach Bar is typically open 11:00–01:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

How expensive is Bamboo Beach Bar?

Bamboo Beach Bar is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Koh Tao.

When is the best time to visit Bamboo Beach Bar?

The best months to visit Koh Tao are March – September (calmest water, best visibility), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & July – August — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: November (monsoon swell peaks).

Where is Bamboo Beach Bar located?

Bamboo Beach Bar is at Songserm Pier Street, Koh Tao, Koh Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand, in Koh Tao. Getting around Koh Tao: Walking around Sairee and Mae Haad; Motorbike rental (฿200–300/day; some concrete roads are extremely steep).

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