Reviews of Phangan Barsay Hostel

Not the best hostel. I got a rash all over my body after the 1st night from the mattres. The mattres is very hard you feel like laying on the floor without anything. People are friendly but not very organised. The hostel looks a bit dated and is not realy clean. Lights in the toilet don't work and hostel is very messy. It is definitely a hostel that tries to make it feel homey but I wil not go back here.

Would recommend for (solo) backpackers. Relaxed staff and enough to do

The first room I stayed in was boiling so didnt sleep properly. They give you a large towel instead of a blanket and it makes sense because of how hot the room is so I guess it absorbs the sweat! 😂 Cleanliness in the place really wasnt great. Was moved rooms on my last day staying there because they got cleaners in to sort it out. It can do you for a night if you have to but honestly for the money paid this has to go down as one of the worst hostels I’ve stayed in. I’m sure the staff are trying their hardest but this is just my honest review.

From Thong Sala Pier, walk to the accommodation about 700 meters. There are convenience stores and many restaurants near the accommodation. Book a private room, but the bathroom is shared. The staff is welcoming. There is a shuttle service to Haad Rin during Full Mon at 150 baht per person/trip, a distance of almost 10 km. (And you can also take a ferry from Haad Rin to Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui, which has 2 rounds at 12.30 and 16.00.) On the way back, there is a songthaew service all night. You can negotiate a fixed price or wait until the passengers are full to save money. This accommodation provides coffee and drinking water in the common area. Shampoo and shower gel can be purchased by yourself. It is recommended to book accommodation in advance during the festival. There are also yoga classes and morning exercises.

Excellent hostel for little money, convenient location

Pas de rideau de séparation entre les lits, pour l'intimité. La propreté laisse à désirer, évier sale et bouché malgré la présence d'un agent d'entretien quotidien. Je pense sincèrement qu'elle fait au mieux. Mais j'ai logé dans une dizaine d'hôtels et auberges la propreté était quasi identique dans tous les lieux.

The place was extremely clean to be honest. The pricing is affordable compared to the services provided by the hostel. It is very close to Pan Tim market and Thong Sala Pierre, which makes it very accessible. There are markets closeby. The staff was extremely helpful and always put a smile on their faces.