la Cigale

19/11 Mu 1 Sairee Beach, Sairee Beach, 84360 Koh Tao, Thailand·View on map

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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

la Cigale is a 4-star bed and breakfast on Sairee Beach, Koh Tao, with private villas framed by sea, garden and mountain views. Its four accommodation types range from the 55 m² Bungalow - Baan Kao to the 100 m² Family Villa - Baan Hin and two 120 m² villas. Each has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a balcony; the larger villas add kitchens, and the Twin Villa and Family Villa accommodate up to three people.

Outdoor areas include a garden, sun terrace and barbecue facilities, while an on-site coffee house and tour desk serve different needs during a stay. Free WiFi and free public parking are available. Diving, snorkelling, hiking and walking tours are among the activities offered. The hillside setting is above Sairee’s beach strip, with Sairee Beach 350 m away. Families can choose the named Family Villa, while three of the villas have kitchens for preparing meals.

Rooms

4 room types · 55–120 m²

la Cigale offers four options, each with a private bathroom, air conditioning and balcony, with sea and garden views among the shared outlooks. Bungalow - Baan Kao is 55 m²; the villas range from 100 to 120 m². Family Villa - Baan Hin measures 100 m², while Garden Villa - Baan Suan and Twin Villa - Baan Coo are 120 m² each.

Three villas have kitchens: Baan Suan, Baan Coo and Baan Hin. Each has a dining table and stovetop. Baan Coo also has a microwave, while Baan Suan has a coffee machine. The Twin Villa’s balcony looks towards Sairee Bay, and Baan Kao has sea, garden and mountain views. Baan Suan has a lounge and deck leading to its kitchen and dining area. Baan Hin and Baan Coo accommodate up to three people; the Bungalow and Baan Suan each accommodate up to two.

Bungalow - Baan Kao — la Cigale

Bungalow - Baan Kao

55 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Sea viewGarden viewBalcony

At 55 m², Bungalow - Baan Kao is the smallest accommodation at la Cigale. Its balcony looks towards the sea, garden and mountains, and the room has a bath or shower, bathrobe and hairdryer. It is air-conditioned and soundproofed, with its outlook and more compact size setting it apart from the larger villas.

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Garden Villa - Baan Suan — la Cigale

Garden Villa - Baan Suan

120 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Sofa bed and 1 Large bed (King size)
KitchenDining tableCoffee machine

Garden Villa - Baan Suan measures 120 m² and has a large lounge with a deck leading to its open kitchen and dining area. A king-size bed and sofa bed provide the sleeping arrangement. It also has a coffee machine, stovetop and toaster, distinguishing it from the other kitchen-equipped villas.

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Twin Villa - Baan Coo — la Cigale

Twin Villa - Baan Coo

120 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Sofa bed and 1 Large bed (King size)
Sea viewBalconyMicrowave

This 120 m² villa has a kitchen and private balcony with views of Sairee Bay. Alongside the king-size bed, a sofa bed is provided. A microwave, coffee machine, stovetop and toaster are among its kitchen equipment; the microwave distinguishes it from Garden Villa - Baan Suan.

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Family Villa - Baan Hin — la Cigale

Family Villa - Baan Hin

100 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Sofa bed and 1 Large bed (King size)
BalconySea viewKitchen

The 100 m² Family Villa - Baan Hin is the smallest of the three villas with kitchens and accommodates up to three people. It has a balcony with Sairee Bay views, plus a sofa bed and king-size bed. Its kitchen includes a stovetop, toaster and dining table; unlike Baan Coo, it has no microwave.

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Facilities

54 facilities
Parking
Balcony
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
View
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Shuttle service
Free parking
Room service

At la Cigale, outdoor spaces include a garden, terrace, sun terrace, outdoor dining area and outdoor furniture, with barbecue facilities also available. Rooms have private bathrooms with a bath or shower, towels, slippers, free toiletries, bathrobes and hairdryers. Room features also include sea or garden views, a seating area, desk and electric kettle.

For activities, the property offers walking tours, cooking classes, hiking, diving, snorkelling, canoeing, cycling, fishing and windsurfing, alongside live music and archery. A coffee house is on site; dining services include kids’ meals, breakfast in the room, wine or champagne, a minibar and tea/coffee maker. WiFi is free throughout the property, and free public parking is available on site without a reservation.

General

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Archery
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
  • Walking tours
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
  • Hiking
  • Tour desk

Food & drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • Electric kettle
  • Seating area
  • Desk

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Video
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet services

Parking

  • Street parking

Sairee Beach occupies Koh Tao’s west coast, where the main village follows a 1.8 km strip of sand, dive schools, restaurants and beach bars. la Cigale stands on the hillside above the shore, in a quieter setting than the southern end of the beach. Sairee Beach is 350 m away, and the sea, garden and surrounding hills feature in the villa views. Top Point is 900 m away; Haad Sairee is 1.2 km away.

Mae Haad is Koh Tao’s ferry town, south along the west coast. All visitors arrive by boat at Mae Haad, as Koh Tao has no airport; Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 2.6 km from la Cigale. Samui International Airport and Chumphon Airport are 65.8 km and 83.4 km away respectively, with onward travel to the island by ferry. From Mae Haad, you can take an island taxi or arrange the property’s paid shuttle for the trip north to Sairee. Free public parking is available on site without a reservation.

Beach days and diving are the main draws around Sairee. The beach faces west, with sunset views towards Koh Nang Yuan, whose three islets are joined by sandbars and reached by long-tail boat from Sairee or Mae Haad. Day visitors to the island must leave by about 17:00. Dive schools visit sites including Chumphon Pinnacle and Japanese Gardens, and snorkelling is available around Koh Tao. Sairee and the other west and south coast beaches are generally calmer from November to March. Whale sharks are seen most often from March to May and September to October.

  • Sairee Beach
    The island’s main sandy shore, with dive schools, beach bars and sunsets.
    350 m
  • Top Point
    A hillside viewpoint looking out over the sea and Koh Tao.
    900 m
  • Mango Bay Beach
    A quieter northern cove with clear water and nearby coral.
    1.8 km
  • Nangyuan Island
    Three islets connected by sandbars, reached by boat from Sairee.
    2 km
  • Mae Haad Beach
    A beach beside Koh Tao’s ferry town and island services.
    2.1 km
  • Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier
    The west-coast ferry arrival point for boats serving Koh Tao.
    2.6 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to stay near Sairee Beach: the sand is 350 m from the property
  • ✓you value views from your accommodation: villas overlook the sea, garden and surrounding hills
  • ✓you want cooking facilities: three villas have kitchens, stovetops and dining tables
  • ✓you are travelling with a small family or group: the Family Villa measures 100 m² and accommodates up to three people
  • ✓you plan to dive, snorkel or hike: these activities are available through the property’s facilities

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you are sensitive to mosquitoes: guests have reported many in the lush surroundings
  • ✕you require a beachfront stay: la Cigale is on the hillside, 350 m from Sairee Beach
  • ✕your party has more than three people: the largest room capacity is three
  • ✕you need breakfast included: breakfast is not included, although breakfast in the room is available

What guests say

77 verified reviews
8.6

Guests often praise the welcoming team and the hillside setting near Sairee Beach, with sea and garden views also drawing positive comments. Some travellers note that the lush surroundings bring many mosquitoes, a consideration for evenings outdoors.

Free WiFi10.0
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort8.7
Location8.7
Staff8.6
Value for money8.3
Facilities8.2

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at la Cigale cost?

Rates at la Cigale vary by season, room and stay dates. To see the rate for your trip, view current availability and pricing.

How do I get to la Cigale?

la Cigale is 2.6 km from Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier. From Mae Haad, you can take an island taxi or use the property’s paid shuttle for the final trip to Sairee Beach; free public parking is available on site without reservation. Check-in runs from 14:00 to 22:00, so plan your arrival within that window.

What is near la Cigale?

Sairee Beach is 350 m away, and Top Point is 900 m from la Cigale. Haad Sairee is 1.2 km away; Mango Bay Beach is 1.8 km away. Nangyuan Island, with its linked islets and sandbars, is 2 km away, while Lomprayah Koh Tao Pier is 2.6 km away. The Sairee shoreline has dive schools, places to eat and sunset views towards Koh Nang Yuan.

What room types can you book at la Cigale?

la Cigale has four options: Bungalow - Baan Kao (55 m²), Garden Villa - Baan Suan and Twin Villa - Baan Coo (120 m² each), and Family Villa - Baan Hin (100 m²). All have balconies and private bathrooms; the three larger villas include kitchens.

Can you cook at la Cigale?

Garden Villa - Baan Suan, Twin Villa - Baan Coo and Family Villa - Baan Hin have kitchens, with dining tables and stovetops. Baan Coo also has a microwave, while Baan Suan and Baan Hin have an electric kettle and toaster.

Is parking free at la Cigale?

la Cigale has free public parking on site, and a reservation is not needed. Street parking is also among the property’s facilities, so drivers can park at the property without arranging a space in advance.

Does la Cigale require a deposit?

A prepayment deposit via PayPal is required to secure a reservation at la Cigale. After booking, the property contacts you with transfer instructions; the payment is made before arrival to hold the reservation.

Does la Cigale offer a shuttle service?

la Cigale offers a paid shuttle service. The property also has car hire and a tour desk, which can help organise transport and activities around Koh Tao.

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