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The 10 Best Hostels in Chiang Dao, Thailand

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All rooms are fitted with a fridge, microwave, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. Featuring a shared bathroom, rooms at the hostel also feature a mountain view. At Art House at Chiangdao - Waterlily House, the rooms include a seating area.

This was one of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed at. The accommodation is located on a local artist's grounds that has gorgeous walkways and gardens. It was almost dream-like. I wasn't sure what to expect when I booked this place as the pictures online do not do it justice. Perfect for a quiet, peaceful getaway. Would love to stay here again!

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10
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
$12
per night

Located in Chiang Dao, 37 km from Elephant Nature Park, 467 Chiang Dao provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Guests can enjoy mountain views.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Chiang Dao, like cycling.

This is a wooden house with 5 rooms which is taken care of carefully by a family. They take very good care of the guests (pick up from bus station, book taxis when needed, organise renting motorcycle or bicycle, and help you with everything you need). The view is stunning, you can just stay in the accommodation for hours and enjoy the nature and the sunset. Great breakfast and water, tea and coffee available.

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8.9
Excellent
145 reviews
Price from
$20
per night

Set in Chiang Dao, 37 km from Elephant Nature Park, Chiang Dao Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are featured.

Beautiful, relaxing property with a river running alongside it! One of the nicest hostels I have ever stayed in. The hosts were very kind and even called in a mechanic when our motorbike (which we rented from a separate company) got a flat tire!

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8.7
Excellent
187 reviews
Price from
$9
per night

Located in Chiang Dao and with Elephant Nature Park reachable within 35 km, Chiangdao Center Hostel provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Clean hostel right in the heart of Chiang Dao. The owner was super helpful. You can rent motorbikes from the hostel.

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8.6
Excellent
75 reviews
Price from
$6
per night

Located in Chiang Dao, 37 km from Elephant Nature Park, Brown House Chiangdao provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

The nearest airport is Chiang Mai International, 75 km from the hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Very helpful staff. Nice quiet place to relax during the day

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7
Good
34 reviews
Price from
$9
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Chiang Dao

  • Avg. price/night: $8.91
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 75 reviews
    Clean hostel right in the heart of Chiang Dao. The owner was super helpful. You can rent motorbikes from the hostel.
    Julia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $21.39
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 301 reviews
    Great location right below the mountains Staff is friendly and the ramen was delicious! Great atmosphere overall
    Andrea
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $45.63
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 114 reviews
    The room was large and very comfortable, with great views. The pool court yard area is beautiful. So relaxing and quiet. It’s a great location, and the staff were very friendly.
    Kim
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $12.96
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 187 reviews
    Wonderful place to relax and to meet fellow travellers in a mellow environment. Kat and her sister are absolutely lovely and are extremely helpful. They went above and beyond to answer my questions and assist me while I was staying with them. Epic hostel!
    Ashur
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $12.96
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 187 reviews
    Lovely hostel nearby the Main Street and bus station of Chiang Dao. The staff are very friendly and can organise a scooter rental for you, which makes it easy to get around to the different sites. The grounds of the hostel are so peaceful with many places to chill out, including the hammocks! The beds are really comfortable and they provide free towels.
    Angelina
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $41.07
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 272 reviews
    Good standard of hotel, lovely large rooms with beautiful view. Roof top bar and restaurant good food and reasonably priced. Excellent staff and owner very accommodating and helpful ensuring you get the most from your stay in Chiang Dao. Good sound proofing between rooms.
    Alison
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 145 reviews
    Great location and views. Friendly staff.
    Fenella
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $8.91
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 75 reviews
    Good hostel in the main street of chiang dao. The room and the toilet are cleen and confortable, staff is friendly and kind.
    Elia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $48.60
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 23 reviews
    Very quaint little huts. Back to basics. Beautiful surroundings. Clean room with pristine bed sheets. The owner was very attentive and helpful. Lovely breakfast and everything was very homely. Definitely recommend this place. Great location too. Withing walking distance of the caves.
    sarah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $12.96
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 187 reviews
    The hostel itself is a work of art. Beautiful garden with hammocks and a bamboo house by the river. Kat was the best host you could imagine. Not only could I get a free upgrade to the most beautiful bamboo house, but she also organized my guided hike through the forest, the caves, a hot spring and up to a tent on the hill. She also showed me her favorite noodle restaurant and taught me how to ride a scooter. I stayed for a week in total and recommend this hostel to anyone - from solo backpacker to family holiday ❤️
    Tewe
    Solo traveler