JP Resort Koh Tao – 1-star resort in Chalok Baan Kao

Description

JP Resort Koh Tao is a 1-star resort in Chalok Baan Kao on Koh Tao, around 2 km from the centre, with beachfront bungalows. Its accommodation ranges from 16 m² fan-cooled bungalows to air-conditioned rooms and a 30 m² beachfront villa. Most room types have a balcony, with views of the sea, hills, garden or pool. Every room type has a private bathroom, and the choices include double and twin layouts. Fan rooms do not have hot showers.

Chalok Baan Kao Beach is 50 m away, and the resort also has an outdoor swimming pool. The beachfront restaurant serves Thai and international dishes, while the seaside bar serves drinks. Facilities for organising outings include a tour desk, ticketing services, a tennis court and tennis equipment. Free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms, and free private parking is available at a nearby location. The mix of beach access, different room outlooks and on-site dining suits travellers looking to stay on Koh Tao’s quieter southern bay.

Rooms

8 room types · 16–30 m²

JP Resort Koh Tao’s accommodation spans compact 16 m² bungalows to a 30 m² beachfront villa, with each room type offering a private bathroom and balcony. The outlook varies: some balconies face the sea and surrounding hills, while others look towards the garden or swimming pool. Fan-cooled options include double and twin layouts; the sea-view fan bungalows do not have hot showers.

Air-conditioned choices include a beach-side bungalow, a Superior Double Room and rooms with garden or pool views. The beachfront villa has a separate bedroom and living room, along with a sea-view balcony. Each room type is set for up to two people, with both double-bed and twin-bed arrangements available. Minibars appear in several air-conditioned options, while fan rooms have a simpler set of facilities.

Sea View Bungalow Double Room with Fan - No Hot Shower

16 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed

Sea viewBalconyMosquito net

This 16 m² hillside bungalow pairs a double bed with sea and mountain views from its balcony. It is fan-cooled and includes a mosquito net, while the private bathroom has shower facilities. There is no hot shower in this fan room, making it a simpler option than the air-conditioned room types.

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Bungalow - Beach Side

20 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed

Sea viewAir conditioningMinibar

At 20 m², this beach-side bungalow offers an air-conditioned setting with a balcony and sea view. It also has a minibar and flat-screen TV, unlike the fan-cooled bungalow categories. The private bathroom and double-bed layout make it a straightforward choice for two people travelling together.

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Superior Double Room with Air Conditioning

20 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed

BalconyAir conditioningView

This 20 m² Superior Double Room has air conditioning and a private balcony with a garden view. A minibar and refrigerator provide in-room storage, while the bathroom has shower facilities. Compared with the beach-side bungalow, its outlook is towards the garden rather than the sea.

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King Room with Pool View

20 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Pool viewGarden viewExtra-large double bed

The 20 m² King Room looks towards the pool and garden from its balcony. It has air conditioning, a minibar and a flat-screen TV, with an extra-large double bed. This room is distinct from the garden-view choices because its outlook includes the resort’s swimming pool.

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Standard Double Room with Fan

20 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed

BalconyViewMosquito net

This 20 m² fan-cooled room has a double bed, a balcony and a view. A wardrobe and mosquito net are among its practical features. Unlike the air-conditioned double rooms, this standard option has no minibar or television and does not have a hot shower.

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Standard Twin Room with Fan

20 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed

BalconyViewWardrobe or closet

With 20 m² and two single beds, this fan-cooled room is the twin-bed counterpart to the Standard Double Room. It has a balcony and a view, plus a wardrobe and clothes rack. Like the other fan rooms, it does not have a hot shower.

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Villa - Beach Front

30 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) and 1 Sofa bed

Sea viewBalconyAir conditioning

At 30 m², the beachfront villa is the largest room type in this range. It has a separate bedroom and living room, a balcony with sea views and air conditioning. The layout includes an extra-large double bed and a sofa bed, as well as a private bathroom and flat-screen TV.

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Sea View Bungalow Twin Room with Fan - No Hot Shower

16 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed

Sea viewMountain viewBalcony

This 16 m² fan bungalow shares the sea and mountain outlook of the double-bedded sea-view bungalow but has two single beds. Its balcony, mosquito net and private bathroom make up the main features. As with the other fan-room categories, there is no hot shower.

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Facilities

41 facilities

Restaurant

Parking

Balcony

Private bathroom

View

Free WiFi

Free parking

Non-smoking rooms

Tour desk

Tennis court

Shared amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, garden and beachfront access, with a tennis court and tennis equipment for active breaks. A tour desk and public transport ticket service can help with island plans; lockers, luggage storage, a safety deposit box and an on-site cash machine are also available. The resort has a restaurant and bar, while balconies and views feature among the accommodation facilities.

Free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms, and free private parking is possible at a nearby location without reservation. Air conditioning is provided in some rooms, and non-smoking rooms are available. Bathroom provisions include towels, toiletries, a bidet, shower, toilet paper and a private bathroom, with a bath or shower option. Internet services are available, and clothes racks and drying racks are among the practical in-room details.

General

Beachfront
Balcony
Garden
Beach
Tennis equipment
Tennis court
Public transport tickets
Lockers
ATM/cash machine on site
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Safety deposit box
Air conditioning
Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool

Food & drink

Bar
Restaurant

In the room

Toilet paper
Towels
Bidet
Bath or shower
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Shower
Wardrobe or closet
View
Drying rack for clothing
Clothes rack

Media & technology

Internet services

Parking

Street parking

Location

Hotels in Chalok Baan Kao

JP Resort Koh Tao is on the south side of the island in Chalok Baan Kao, a quieter village around a sheltered bay rather than the busier Sairee strip. Chalok Baan Kao Beach is 50 m away, Shark Bay Beach is 400 m away and Freedom Beach is 500 m from the resort. Koppee Espresso Bar & Restaurant is 50 m away. Chalok Baan Kao is also a starting point for visits to the southern coves.

Koh Tao is reached by ferry, with boats arriving at Mae Haad Pier on the west coast. Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 2 km from the resort, and local pick-up truck taxis travel from the pier towards Chalok Baan Kao. JP Resort Koh Tao has a tour desk and offers ticketing services. Free private parking is available at a nearby location without reservation. The resort is around 2 km from Koh Tao’s centre.

For views across the bay, Sun Suwan Viewpoint is 450 m away, while John-Suwan Mountain Viewpoint (view on ao Chalok and ao thian beach) is 750 m away. Ao Chalok Ban Kao is 300 m from the resort, and Snorkel beach is 500 m away. Koh Tao is known for scuba diving, and the southern coves offer opportunities to swim and snorkel. The west and south coasts are generally calmer from November to March; east-coast bays tend to be calmer from April to October. Rough seas can disrupt ferry services, particularly in November.

Chalok Baan Kao Beach
The resort’s closest stretch of sand, with easy access for swimming.50 m
Shark Bay Beach
A southern cove known for shallow-water sightings of reef sharks and turtles.400 m
Sun Suwan Viewpoint
A nearby elevated lookout across the south bay and its coastline.450 m
Snorkel beach
A local shoreline spot for swimming and exploring the water.500 m
Freedom Beach
A small sandy beach close to the southern village and bay.500 m
John-Suwan Mountain Viewpoint (view on ao Chalok and ao thian beach)
A hilltop lookout over Ao Chalok and Ao Thian beaches.750 m

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Is it for you?

Yes, if…

✓you want to stay close to the sea: Chalok Baan Kao Beach is 50 m away and the resort is beachfront.
✓you value a swimming pool as well as beach access: an outdoor pool is available at the resort.
✓you like choosing a room outlook, with options facing the sea, garden, hills or pool.
✓you want on-site dining: the beachfront restaurant serves Thai and international dishes, and there is a seaside bar.
✓you plan to arrange activities on the island: the resort has a tour desk, ticketing services, a tennis court and tennis equipment.

Maybe not, if…

✕you need a hot shower in every room: fan-cooled room categories do not have hot showers.
✕you are sensitive to daytime noise: construction may be heard near Deluxe, Standard Double and Standard Twin rooms from 08:00 to 17:00.
✕you expect high-end facilities for the rate: some guests feel that the basic facilities lack quality.
✕you need a room for more than two people: the room categories have a maximum occupancy of two.

What guests say

1 770 verified reviews

7.6

Guests most often appreciate the quiet south-bay setting, direct beach access and swimming pool. Some find the basic facilities short of the quality they expect for the rate, while others note that thin walls can let through sounds from neighbours, traffic and nearby construction.

Location8.6

Staff8.1

Value for money8.1

Comfort7.8

Cleanliness7.7

Facilities7.5

Free WiFi6.1

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at JP Resort Koh Tao cost?

Rates at JP Resort Koh Tao vary with the season, room type and dates. See current rates through our booking partners for your travel dates.

How do I get to JP Resort Koh Tao?

Ferries reach Koh Tao at Mae Haad Pier; Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 2 km from JP Resort Koh Tao. From the pier, a local pick-up truck taxi can take you south to Chalok Baan Kao. The resort also offers ticketing services and has a tour desk. Free private parking is available at a nearby location, with no reservation needed.

What is near JP Resort Koh Tao?

Chalok Baan Kao Beach is 50 m from JP Resort Koh Tao, while Shark Bay Beach is 400 m away. Sun Suwan Viewpoint is 450 m away, Freedom Beach is 500 m away and John-Suwan Mountain Viewpoint (view on ao Chalok and ao thian beach) is 750 m away.

What room types does JP Resort Koh Tao offer?

JP Resort Koh Tao has fan-cooled sea-view bungalows, standard double and twin rooms, air-conditioned double rooms, a pool-view room and a beach-side bungalow. The range also includes a 30 m² beachfront villa with a separate bedroom and living room; room types accommodate up to two people.

Do the fan rooms at JP Resort Koh Tao have hot showers?

Fan rooms at JP Resort Koh Tao, including double and twin options and sea-view bungalows, do not have hot showers. Air-conditioned rooms are offered in separate categories.

Can construction noise affect stays at JP Resort Koh Tao?

Nearby construction may cause noise from 08:00 to 17:00 for the Deluxe Room, Standard Double Room and Standard Twin Room categories at JP Resort Koh Tao. Guests have also reported thin walls, so sounds from neighbours or passing traffic can carry.

Does JP Resort Koh Tao have a swimming pool?

Yes, JP Resort Koh Tao has an outdoor swimming pool, and guests have praised its spacious area and parasols. The King Room with Pool View has a balcony overlooking the pool and garden.

Does JP Resort Koh Tao have a restaurant?

JP Resort Koh Tao has a beachfront restaurant serving Thai and international dishes, with views across the beach. A seaside bar serves drinks, so both meals and refreshments are available on site.