Soul Bar Koh Tao

A lively evening bar on Koh Tao open every night until 2am, drawing a relaxed island crowd.

4.2(73)

Plan your visit

Hours: Daily 17:00–02:00

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

Address: Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, Tambon Koh Tao, Amphoe ko Phangan, ตำบล เกาะเต่า Koh Tao, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand
Phone: +66 93 579 6232

Full opening hours

Monday17:00–02:00

Tuesday17:00–02:00

Wednesday17:00–02:00

Thursday17:00–02:00

Friday17:00–02:00

Saturday17:00–02:00

Sunday17:00–02:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

Soul Bar is a popular watering hole on the small island of Koh Tao, catering to the mix of divers, backpackers, and travelers who make up the island's social scene. With a solid reputation among visitors, it offers a convivial atmosphere that captures the laid-back spirit Koh Tao is known for, making it a natural gathering point as the evening gets going.

Open seven nights a week from 5pm until 2am, Soul Bar strikes a balance between a relaxed early-evening drinks spot and a livelier late-night venue. Guests can expect a casual, sociable setting typical of island bar culture — the kind of place where conversations start easily and the night tends to stretch longer than planned. The evening opening time makes it well-suited for those wrapping up a day of diving or snorkeling and looking for somewhere to unwind.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026

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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.

Soul Bar Koh Tao: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Soul Bar Koh Tao worth visiting?

Soul Bar Koh Tao holds a 4.2★ rating from 73 Google reviews — a strong rating for nightlife & bars in Koh Tao.

What are the opening hours of Soul Bar Koh Tao?

Soul Bar Koh Tao is typically open 17:00–02:00 — 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.

When is the best time to visit Soul Bar Koh Tao?

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 Soul Bar Koh Tao located?

Soul Bar Koh Tao is at Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, Tambon Koh Tao, Amphoe ko Phangan, ตำบล เกาะเต่า Koh Tao, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, 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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Details

Address: Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, Tambon Koh Tao, Amphoe ko Phangan, ตำบล เกาะเต่า Koh Tao, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand
Phone: +66 93 579 6232

Full opening hours

Monday17:00–02:00

Tuesday17:00–02:00

Wednesday17:00–02:00

Thursday17:00–02:00

Friday17:00–02:00

Saturday17:00–02:00

Sunday17:00–02:00

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Visitor Information

Best time to visit

March – September (calmest water, best visibility)

Avoid: November (monsoon swell peaks)

Rainy season

October – December

Koh Tao weather by month: rain, temperatures and humidity

Avg. temperature

25°C – 32°C(77°F – 90°F)

Crowds

Moderate

Peak: December – January & July – August

Getting there

Lomprayah catamarans connect from Chumphon in about 1.5–2 hours (฿600–700). The standard route from Bangkok is an overnight bus or train to Chumphon plus the morning boat. Ferries also arrive from Koh Phangan (~1 hr) and Koh Samui (~1.5–2 hrs). No airport.

Getting around

•Walking around Sairee and Mae Haad
•Motorbike rental (฿200–300/day; some concrete roads are extremely steep)
•Longtail and dive-boat taxis to the far bays