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MAI Place by Aforetime

2.0 star property
Beach hostel with spa services and restaurant

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Front of property
Balcony view
Living area
Exterior
Front of property

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$34
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

Explore the area

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35 Moo3, 1, Koh Samui, Suratthani, 84140
  • Place, Taling Ngam Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Lipa Noi Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Nathon Pier
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Samui Intl. Airport (USM)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Mixed Dormitory C

Mixed Dormitory C

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Female Dormitory A

Female Dormitory A

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Male Dormitory B

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Double Room DD

Standard Double Room DD

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Suite F1 | Balcony

Standard Suite F1

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Suite F2

Standard Suite F2

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio E1

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio E2

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio F3

Standard Studio F3

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Bidet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Mixed Dormitory D

Mixed Dormitory D

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio Room E2

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Suite F1

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio Room E1

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 5-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

Standard Suite F2

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio Room F3

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About the area

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At MAI Place by Aforetime you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Taling Ngam Beach and 3.2 km (2 mi) from TopCats Fishing Resort. Highlights at this beachfront hostel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Aforetime Chill, serves Thai cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and spa services. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Koh Samui hostel include Nathon Pier and Lamai Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Taling Ngam Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lipa Noi Beach - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Pangka Beach - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Nathon Pier - 13 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Lamai Beach - 17 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Samui Intl. Airport (USM) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jahn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪French Kiss Thanod - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪ร้านหมูชมพู (Pink Pig) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪บ้านสวนลุงไข่ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ko Jack Cafe And Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

MAI Place by Aforetime

Beach hostel with spa services and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. MAI Place by Aforetime also features spa services, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. A complete renovation of MAI Place by Aforetime was completed in December 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Koh Samui hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1953
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
MAI Place by Aforetime offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Bathrooms include a rainfall showerhead and bidets. Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include Thai massages and massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: THB 100 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Aforetime Chill

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1953
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - December 2023
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for THB 400.0 per day.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately THB 100 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: THB 400.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash.

Property is also known as

Aforetime House at Samui
Aforetime House @ Samui Koh Samui
Aforetime House @ Samui Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at MAI Place by Aforetime?

Yep, MAI Place by Aforetime has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at MAI Place by Aforetime?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MAI Place by Aforetime on 14 Dec 2025 start from NZ$34.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to MAI Place by Aforetime?

Yep, MAI Place by Aforetime is a short 12-minute walk from Taling Ngam Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Is there a spa on site at MAI Place by Aforetime?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like Thai massages.

What makes MAI Place by Aforetime a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at MAI Place by Aforetime.

Does MAI Place by Aforetime serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at MAI Place by Aforetime?

No, MAI Place by Aforetime does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at MAI Place by Aforetime?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Thai cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at MAI Place by Aforetime?

Check-in begins at 9:00 AM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at MAI Place by Aforetime?

No, pets are not allowed.

MAI Place by Aforetime Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sam was excellent. The area was quiet, but very relaxing sunsets every night. Good restaurants nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mirko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025