Like the name of this hostel there is a lot of Spanish people. Good or not it’s up to you ! However I shared my bedroom with only not Spanish people (on purpose ? Probably).

The STAFF was really cheerful and welcoming. The bedrooms where cleans and accommodations good. The location is really near restaurants, shops, diving schools, beaches.

Stayed in April 2024

The vibe at the hostel was amazing for spanish speakers, however, for non-spanish speakers i can imagine it would have felt a little exclusive

Stayed in March 2024

Had a wonderful stay! Will come back :)

Stayed in March 2024

I didnt like to like isla tortuga, i could stay more. All amazing❤️

I loved everything about Isla Tortuga. The location is perfect, close tô the pier. The room is super confortable and have a toilet inside and the best thing is the people, super friendly always. Thank you so much for everything, gracias❤️😍

Stayed in March 2024

That we did not stay longer

The location and the people

Stayed in March 2024

Not a single thing

I stayed in the hostel part and had such a good experience with my Open Water, I left the island and came back after 5 days to do my Advanced Open Water while staying in a private room. The facilities were immaculate I felt like a princess in the private room. Beautiful views, gorgeous everything. As a world traveler, it is often difficult to find community abroad. When I come across this in my travels, it is a treasure to behold. Isla Tortuga and the community around and within it, are one of those life-affirming communities. I am so thankful and relieved that people like you all exist. Genuine, good hearted people with a love for adventure, friends and nature. Just wow. I came across Isla Tortuga on a reddit thread randomly on my search for dive schools... and when I saw they also had a hostel connected to it I signed up. Had no idea what I was getting myself into. What a PLEASANT SURPRISE. The people that work at Isla have a special way of making family out of strangers. I feel I have family here. I should've assumed by the name that there would be many Spanish speakers here, but did not put 2 and 2 together xD Even if you don't speak Spanish, just get in the mix with different speaking people. I always felt included even if I was just observing what was happening. There was people here from all corners of the world. This is a treat. The owners of this place are top notch humans. The people that run a business and their character says a lot about a business in its totality. Carlos was super helpful to me in answering all my dumb questions before I even arrived, was very encouraging and caring in his own way. Javier was super organized and helpful with logistics and was a bright light. I felt very taken care of at Isla Tortuga. My teachers were excellent, even though english was not their first language, they spoke great, were both very thorough and highly valued safety.

Stayed in February 2024

my room was.on.3rd floor and man who snored; he had money to pay for a private room. He said he did not care if others could not sleep That was their problem.

most things

Stayed in February 2024

We were there for 6 nights and our room didn't get cleaned a single time. I think this should have been done at least once for a stay this length. Sometimes you can't really use the pool as they're diving in it. Can be a bit loud in the evening/ at night.

Nice spacious, comfy room and balcony with a nice view. Comfy beds and staff were friendly.

Stayed in February 2024

The dorm with 4 beds would be a ten if it had curtains around the beds.

Nice people, clean, airco may be used during the day.

Stayed in February 2024

Fantastic accommodation, staff and exciting open water course. Our instructor Carlos was the best! Also a plus that the hostel has a pool and is hosting pizza nights every now and then.

Stayed in January 2024

Staff were nice but had a weird vibe, they didn’t seem bothered about making me welcome after I turned down the 3-day diving course

Pool, social events organised by the hostel, close to everything, bed and bathroom pretty good!

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing really

Isla Tortuga is a very special place to be in Koh Tao. Perfectly located next to the pier, not far from the action by foot or bike, but quieter than sairee beach, you have everything you need around you. The private rooms are amazing for the price. The team is just delightful. Spanish-speaking vibe (and music!) but very welcoming if you don't speak Spanish too. And the best, their team of scuba instructors is just top and very fun people to enjoy diving with. If you're in Koh Tao, do yourself a favor and look no further!

Stayed in January 2024

No complaints. Not the Ritz, but much more fun and literally a tenth of the price.

Loved the staff and the vibe. So friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. Room wasn’t fancy, but very clean and the view of the harbor and sunset was amazing. If you’re here to dive … they have everything you need and then some.

Stayed in December 2023

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Beautiful view. And the location is great right next to the pier and everything. Rooms are spacious

Stayed in November 2023

Bathroom could benefit from a little refresh

Spacious bedroom Very welcoming staff!

Stayed in October 2023

The only 1 downfall was the pool was dirty but it didn’t affect us as the beach is a 2 minute walk

The workers were very nice and welcoming they let us extend a night on short notice and change dates before we arrived Just generally lovely people Would definitely recommend

Stayed in October 2023

Longer stay

Very clean, great location

Stayed in September 2023

- the nicest people!! - amazing diving instructor (lilly)!! - 7/11 and good food around the corner - clean and tidy - nice pool and outdoor shower

Stayed in August 2023

Towels and bed and brown stains and shower was rusty The wall are not sound proof at all

Close to the pier when you arrive from the ferries Close of restaurants and scooter places

Stayed in August 2023

Shower and WC in same space. Bathroom cleanliness. Scuba experience.

Pool, all you can eat pizza night

Stayed in June 2023

Bathroom was damp, so could have done with slightly better ventilation. Could do with a safe in the rooms.

We loved this hostel, the staff are so friendly and will do anything for you (we are english so unsure why people have said they only interact with spanish guests or each other). The diving they provide is amazing, so dont miss out on that! The rooms are nice and clean. Perfect location for a good nights sleep but walking distance to restaurants and bars. It's a hostel, dont expect hotel grade rooms. We will definitely be back!

Stayed in June 2023

Great location and super friendly staff. Very helpful staff with whatever your are doing. Nice atmosphere and good relaxing pool.

Stayed in May 2023

Ants in the bathroom, ideal location to be close to the pier but I ended up moving closer to Sairee beach for the following few days to be closer to the buzz

Good value. Our dive instructor was great.

Stayed in May 2023