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Pakping Hostel

Phra Sing, Chiang Mai

Ideally set in the center of Chiang Mai, Pakping Hostel has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

V
Verena
From
Brazil
everything was perfect: location, bed, bathroom, cafe downstairs, hand out space, staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$19.78
1 night, 2 adults

Green Sleep Hostel

Si Phum, Chiang Mai

In a prime location in the center of Chiang Mai, Green Sleep Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

A
Aves
From
Canada
It was kept very clean, open and airy, and a great size common room to hang out in. Easy to meet other travellers and in walking distance from markets, the gate, and many other activities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,883 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
$18.55
1 night, 2 adults

Lazy Gibbon 2 Chiang Mai - Haiya

Hai Ya, Chiang Mai

Located in Chiang Mai and with Chiang Mai Night Bazaar reachable within a 17-minute walk, Lazy Gibbon 2 Chiang Mai - Haiya provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

D
Daniel
From
Netherlands
Very helpfull and friendly staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$17.80
1 night, 2 adults

The Yard Hostel Chiang Mai

Si Phum, Chiang Mai

Located in Chiang Mai, a 3-minute walk from Three Kings Monument, The Yard Hostel Chiang Mai has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

A
Angga
From
Indonesia
After loving my stay at The Yard Bangkok, I knew I had to check out their Chiang Mai spot. And what can I say? This is the best hostel in Asia. Period. It’s the kind of place where you do everything at your own pace. The perfect balance of social—you never have to join in, but you’re always welcome. There’s always something for you. You’ll meet the most fascinating people and have the most fulfilling conversations. My favorite part of the hostel? Their iconic breakfast obvs, but also the playlists curated by M at reception. I could (and did) sit all day just vibing to it. Huge salute to Som & The Yard family for creating such a beautiful community. See you next time! Fingers crossed for a weekly dinner in the future—would be the perfect cherry on top!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$49.83
1 night, 2 adults

Chiza hostel Chiangmai

Si Phum, Chiang Mai

Located within a 8-minute walk of Three Kings Monument and 0.6 miles of Chang Puak Market, Chiza hostel Chiangmai has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Chiang Mai.

I
Işık
From
Turkey
Super lovely stay! They give so much food, feels like family 🎀
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$17.35
1 night, 2 adults

Allred Hostel Chiangmai

Fa Ham, Chiang Mai

Located in Chiang Mai, a 17-minute walk from Chiang Mai Bus Station, Allred Hostel Chiangmai has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

Y
Yang
From
China
It’s very clean, quite and beautiful. Good location, with AC, hot water showering, free cold water and hot water for free coffee it offered.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
Location 8.2
Price from
$20.44
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Zone Hostel @ Tha Pae

Chang Moi, Chiang Mai

Ideally set in the Chang Moi district of Chiang Mai, Comfort Zone Hostel @ Tha Pae is located a 15-minute walk from Chedi Luang Temple, 0.8 miles from Chiang Mai Gate and a 18-minute walk from Chang...

L
Lu
From
China
This is my first time traveling to Thailand/ChiangMai. My trip was made extra special and enjoyable because I stayed at Comfort Zone Hostel. I booked for 3 nights before the trip, but ended up staying for 9. 1. The property was extremely organized and clean. Cleaner cleans the entire place everyday. It is twice as clean as my own apartment :') 2. The owners George and Kim are the nicest people! They are so kind, lovable, and helpful. They made Chiangmai feels like my home away from home. 3. There are fresh fruit, coffee, tea, snacks/thai dessert everyday prepared. 4. The location is excellent, right next to Warorot market, next to a Michelin stared food stall; super close to the gate and old city. Walking street and restaurants right next street... I also met some greats friends to travel with at the hostel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$28.10
1 night, 2 adults

Shapel Hostel and Cafe

Si Phum, Chiang Mai

Located in the center of Chiang Mai, a 9-minute walk from Chang Puak Gate, Shapel Hostel and Cafe provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

K
Klaudia Mazur
From
Netherlands
Great place to stay in Chiang Mai - great ambient and location, very clean. Super nice staff, really good communication, help with whatever you may need during your stay. Private room has really good size, big quite comfortable bed. Shared bathroom are clan, you have access to a small kitchen I'd definitely stay again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$27.25
1 night, 2 adults

October Hostel ChiangMai

Nimmanhaemin, Chiang Mai

Located in Chiang Mai, 1.4 miles from Chang Puak Market, October Hostel ChiangMai has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

S
Santos
From
United States
The rooftop hangout, the owner, and the vibe he creates among the people staying there. A very real and at home feeling
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$21.35
1 night, 2 adults

Hooman Hostel

Phra Sing, Chiang Mai

Attractively set in the Phra Sing district of Chiang Mai, Hooman Hostel is located a 7-minute walk from Three Kings Monument, 0.4 miles from Chedi Luang Temple and a 16-minute walk from Chiang Mai...

J
José Antonio
From
Mexico
Everything was amazing. From the host, so kind and helpful, to the location, cleanliness, security.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 398 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$19.59
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

Most booked hostels in Chiang Mai and surrounding area in the past month

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 772 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Mai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Mai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Mai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Mai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,884 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Mai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Mai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Mai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Mai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,832 reviews

Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Chiang Mai and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews

    Pran At Kumuang Boutique House has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Chiang Mai. With free WiFi, this 3-star hostel offers room service and a concierge service.

    From $158.02 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 522 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, The August Hostel is located a 6-minute walk from Three Kings Monument, half a mile from Chedi Luang Temple and a 13-minute walk from Chang...

    From $47.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews

    Well set in the center of Chiang Mai, The Corner มุมม่วน คาเฟ่ แอนด์ โฮสเทล MumMuan hostel provides free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    From $25.55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews

    Ideally set in Chiang Mai, Bed in Town has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space.

    From $91.47 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

    Ideally set in the center of Chiang Mai, Phukhao Hostel has free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is close to Chang Puak Market, Chiang Mai Gate and Chang Puak Gate.

    From $24.92 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

    Conveniently located in Chiang Mai, Jeune Hotel at Phra Singh provides an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From $29.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 537 reviews

    The Sila Boutique Bed & Breakfast is located opposite from Wat Phra Singh Temple. It offers modern air-conditioned rooms with a balcony and free Wi-Fi.

    From $63.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai and with Wat Phra Singh reachable within a 2-minute walk, Salee Hostel provides a tour desk, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    From $34.09 per night

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Chiang Mai and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

    Siriwan Hostel is conveniently set in the center of Chiang Mai, and provides a garden, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to Chedi Luang Temple, Wat Phra Singh and Tha Pae Gate.

    From $24.44 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 825 reviews

    Located in a convenient area of Chiang Mai Old City, Sherloft Home & Hostel offers accommodations set within a walking distance to several famous areas, restaurants and message parlors.

    From $44.71 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 991 reviews

    Well located in Chiang Mai, Premier Hostel Chiang Mai provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    From $29.65 per night
  • 9 Hostel

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 439 reviews

    Located conveniently in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, 9 Hostel is located a 7-minute walk from Chang Puak Market, half a mile from Three Kings Monument and a 13-minute walk from Tha Pae Gate.

    From $12.62 per night
  • F Plus F Hostel

    Chiang Mai
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, 1.5 miles from Chang Puak Market, F Plus F Hostel has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    From $18.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 501 reviews

    Attractively set in the Phra Sing district of Chiang Mai, JJ Guesthouse is located a 5-minute walk from Chiang Mai Gate, 0.6 miles from Three Kings Monument and a 8-minute walk from Tha Pae Gate.

    From $14.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 485 reviews

    Attractively set in the center of Chiang Mai, Satop travelers Guesthouse has free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    From $14.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, within a 3-minute walk of Chiang Mai Gate and 0.6 miles of Chedi Luang Temple, SherVa101 Home and Hostel provides accommodations with a garden as well as free private parking...

    From $37.85 per night

Save money on hostels in Chiang Mai and nearby – budget options available

  • Pinghostel

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews

    Ideally set in the center of Chiang Mai, Pinghostel has air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is close to Chang Puak Gate, Chiang Mai Gate and Tha Pae Gate.

    From $53.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 598 reviews

    Ideally set in the center of Chiang Mai, Sleep Walker Poshtel has free WiFi, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From $66.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,301 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, a 2-minute walk from Three Kings Monument, Chiangmai Midpoint Activity Hostel provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From $63.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    In a prime location in the center of Chiang Mai, Past Tense Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    From $47.31 per night
  • Me U Hostel

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews

    Well set in Chiang Mai, Me U Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. This 2-star hostel offers a shared lounge and a tour desk.

    From $48.72 per night
  • KAYAN Hostel

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 736 reviews

    Attractively set in Chiang Mai, KAYAN Hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. This 2-star hostel offers a terrace.

    From $27.12 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Located within a 3-minute walk of Chang Puak Market and 500 yards of Chang Puak Gate, 三狗3dogs hostel has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Chiang Mai.

    From $78.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 372 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a tennis court, Blue Moon House - A budget hostel for easy travellers is located in the center of Chiang Mai, a 8-minute walk from Chedi Luang Temple.

    From $25.23 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: $26.53
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,884 reviews
    The staff and the Hostel. Warm and welcoming, clean and modern. I kept extending my stay and stayed for almost two weeks. The ladies that work there and the owner are super helpful and friendly and ready to help with anything. Free filter water and coffee and tea, they have a fridge and microwave you can use and you can do your laundry and use the tumbledryer for cheap. Great mobile coffee van right around the corner. Sunday night street market right behind them. Safe to walk around at night.
    Guest review by
    Andrea
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews
    Great location, small social yet quiet no party hostel, met lovely people here. Very good value for money, good aircon, clean, clean bathroom and bedding, very pleasant atmosphere and common area to relax, study, read, work..very helpful and kind hosts. There is a small spa just at the corner run by a sweet lady who also does laundry at a very good price, very convenient. Felt very safe here and slept really well in the female dorm. Locker keys and fresh towel are provided at 300 Baht deposit. I’ll be back.
    Guest review by
    Nora
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews
    best hostel we’ve ever stayed in!! so clean, tidy, lovely staff and great facilities. complimentary tea, coffee and snacks and free breakfast☺️can’t recommend enough, thanks so much! Great location nearby everything.
    Guest review by
    madeleine
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $63.10
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,301 reviews
    Great location. Bed is comfortable, and if not comfortable, you can ask for different mattress or pillow. Clean bathroom. Large hostel so very social. You can meet a lot of new people from here. Cafe just next to the hostel But I liked the very cheap local breakfast just downstairs of the hostel.
    Guest review by
    Jessica
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 896 reviews
    Amazingly cheap hostel. Great for budget travels, get what you pay for. Very social with a ping pong table and indoor/outdoor seating. Great location. Moped rental available.
    Guest review by
    Ben
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
    Easily best hostel I’ve stayed in 2 months of travel. The rooms were very private and a great atmosphere compared to the typical bunk beds. Close enough to the city. Quiet when you wanted some quiet in your room and the daily events were great for mingling without being over the top or party centric. Couldn’t of have had a better time meeting new people and finding travellers to do daily things with.
    Guest review by
    Nilay
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $29.65
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 991 reviews
    great location super nice staffs cheap price compare to its facilities i will definitely come back here best hostel ever stayed.
    Guest review by
    katie gogo
    Solo traveler
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