Where to stay on Koh Kood

Koh Kood (also spelt Ko Kut) is one of Thailand's least developed big islands, close to the Cambodian border in Trat province. It's known for clear water, empty beaches, jungle waterfalls and old fishing villages on stilts, without the crowds or the nightlife of better-known islands.

Most places to stay are small and family-run, scattered along the west coast near beaches such as Ao Jark, Ao Ngamkho, Klong Chao and Ao Tapao, with a few in the east-coast villages. There are no big towns, so a scooter is the usual way to get around.

Arriving
Speedboats and ferries from Laem Sok pier, Trat, roughly 1 to 1.5 hours
Nearest airport
Trat, around 30 minutes from the pier
Getting around
Scooter hire, or pick-ups arranged by your hotel
Low season
Roughly May to October, when boats are fewer and some places close

Places to stay in Koh Kood

17 hotels

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Koh Kood, area by area

The west coast has the beaches; the east has the fishing villages. Distances are short, but the roads are hilly.

Klong Chao, Ao Ngamkho and Ao Tapao

Best for waterfalls and central beaches

The middle of the west coast has some of Koh Kood's best-known beaches and its most famous waterfall, Klong Chao, a short walk inland through the jungle. Small restaurants and minimarts make it the island's most convenient area.

Ao Jark, Bang Bao and Ao Phrao

Best for quiet bays and snorkelling

Further south, Ao Jark is a small, sheltered bay, with Bang Bao and Ao Phrao nearby. It's quieter than the centre, with a handful of guesthouses and beachfront bungalows and clear water for snorkelling.

Ao Yai and the east-coast villages

Best for local life and fishing villages

The east coast is home to traditional fishing villages built on stilts over the water, such as Ao Yai and Ao Salad. Staying here gives a sense of everyday island life; the west coast beaches are a short scooter ride across the hills.

Questions about staying in Koh Kood

Is Koh Kood worth visiting?

Yes, if you want clear water, quiet beaches and nature over nightlife. It's one of the most unspoilt larger islands in Thailand.

How do I get to Koh Kood?

Take a speedboat or ferry from Laem Sok pier near Trat, usually around 1 to 1.5 hours. Trat has an airport with flights from Bangkok, and buses and minivans also run from Bangkok.

Do I need a scooter on Koh Kood?

It's the easiest way to get around, as there's little public transport. Many hotels also arrange transfers and trips.

Are there ATMs on Koh Kood?

There are very few, so bring enough cash for your stay.

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