Buddha View Dive Resort

About the Resort

Buddha View Diving is a PADI 5 Star Gold Palm IDC resort located on the beautiful Chalok Baan Kao beach to the south of the island. The resort combines a long-running dive school with international instructors and a range of rooms and bungalows to suit different budgets.

Surrounding the resort you will find white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and nature trails through unspoiled tropical jungle with dense vegetation — much of it within a short walk of the property.

On-Site Facilities

• Swimming pool
• Restaurant & bar
• TV in restaurant
• TV / UBC in room
• Room safe
• Conference room
• Hot shower
• Internet & WiFi
• Laundry service
• Massage
• Dive courses
• Snorkeling equipment rental

Buddha View Dive Resort sits along the southern stretch of Chalok Baan Kao, where soft white sand meets the clear shallow waters that draw snorkelers to the bay. The setting blends tropical jungle with laid-back seaside life, and nature trails wind through the dense vegetation just steps from the property. Guests can choose between rooms and bungalows suited to different budgets, all within easy reach of the beach and the surrounding coral sites. The atmosphere stays relaxed throughout the day, shifting from bright mornings on the sand to quiet evenings framed by gentle sunsets over the bay.

As a long-established PADI dive centre on Koh Tao, the resort combines an experienced school with international instructors who guide divers across the island's most celebrated spots. Courses cater to beginners and certified divers alike, with boat trips leaving regularly for nearby reefs, pinnacles, and sheltered bays known for their rich marine life. Between dives, the on-site pool offers a calm space to refresh skills or simply cool off in the tropical heat. The dive centre's reputation rests on consistent instruction, small group attention, and a deep familiarity with the surrounding waters that have shaped its approach over many years.

On-site facilities support both divers and non-diving guests, including a restaurant and bar, a television in the restaurant area, and in-room televisions for relaxed downtime. A swimming pool anchors the resort's social spaces, while a conference room accommodates small gatherings and group activities. Room safes offer practical convenience for travelers, and the restaurant serves as a natural meeting point after a day on the water. Together these amenities create a comfortable base where visitors can balance active dive schedules with restful moments, enjoying the simple pleasures of island life along one of Koh Tao's most scenic coastal stretches.