Great place with a great host and lounge area. Think it is the best hostel I've encountered in thailand especially considering the price.
Was close to an elephant sanctuary(would recommend), and inbetween chaweng beach and fisherman's village for those whom are interested in the night life, but don't worry about it being to noizy due to the hostel being outside of the party areas.
There are also some great resturants on the main street with both thai and western foods. Just 2-4 blocks away.
Also most tours could do the hotel pick up from the hostel, and then you can sit outside and relax with the cats until it arrives.
Also worth mentioning that the dog was the nicest if you are lucky enough to meet it.