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Baan Mai Kradan Hostel Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai, a 4-minute walk from Statue of King Mengrai, Baan Mai Kradan Hostel Chiang Rai has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

L
La Pyae
From
Myanmar
Not yet eat becoz I ‘m check out before 8 am.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,533 reviews
Price from
$30.18
1 night, 2 adults

Mercy Hostel

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai, within a 7-minute walk of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 0.7 miles of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Mercy Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi as...

M
Marcos
From
Spain
Excellent staff, they help you to organize your visit, tips , recommendations etc. They assisted renting a motorbike and booking some excursions. Nice commo areas where you can meet more people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
Price from
$34.80
1 night, 2 adults

Backpack Hostel

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai and with Clock Tower Chiang Rai reachable within a 7-minute walk, Backpack Hostel has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace....

M
Michael
From
Ireland
The location is ideal, right beside the bus station and night market. The staff could not have been nicer or more helpful. The beds were very comfortable and very good value for money. Also it was extremely clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 451 reviews
Price from
$17.02
1 night, 2 adults

Chean-Chean House

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai, a 11-minute walk from Central Plaza, Chean-Chean House provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

M
Mark
From
Israel
The hotel owner, Reug is a darling person. Helping us to plan excellent day trips.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Price from
$25.22
1 night, 2 adults

Together Backpackers Hostel

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai and with Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street reachable within a few steps, Together Backpackers Hostel provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared...

S
SANDRO
From
Peru
It’s like grand mother’s house.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Price from
$19.54
1 night, 2 adults

Busket Hostel

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai and with Clock Tower Chiang Rai reachable within a 7-minute walk, Busket Hostel has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

I
Ingrid
From
Brazil
Very good location, friendly and helpful staff, clean, beautiful inside and they also provide tea, coffee and some snacks for free in a mini kitchen with freezer and microwaveoven that you can use to cook easy things.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 649 reviews
Price from
$17.97
1 night, 2 adults

Stay In Chiangrai

Chiang Rai

Located within 1.6 miles of Statue of King Mengrai and 2 miles of Central Plaza, Stay In Chiangrai has rooms in Chiang Rai.

M
Missao
From
Brazil
As soon I arrived in Chiang Rai started feeling unwell, getting to Stay In Hostel my health situation got worse, understanding that I was feeling sick, barely finished the check in process, the owner offered to take me to the hospital which was such a great help since I had just got in town. Not only that, after long hours of bus ride, having not eating, the owner took my wife with his car, searching for rice porridge (the only thing I could eat, since I was hospitalized for that night). That was, over past 23:00 p.m. on Sunday!!! If it wasn’t for him, everything thing would be very stressful. During all time, my wife felt his concern and kindness towards our situation. No enough words to express gratitude for the owner, considering that it was quite late in the evening.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 765 reviews
Price from
$15.13
1 night, 2 adults

Social Garden Hostel

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai, a 7-minute walk from Statue of King Mengrai, Social Garden Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

Z
Zoe
From
Thailand
Best hostel I've ever stayed in! The vibe an people are amazing, the rooms are clean and the common areas are very cozy. They also organize super fun games and day trips and the location is great! If you're visiting Chiang Rai, don't miss out on this hostel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
Price from
$17.65
1 night, 2 adults

Saijai Cafe and Hostel

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai and with Clock Tower Chiang Rai reachable within a 3-minute walk, Saijai Cafe and Hostel has a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

T
Tritharin
From
Thailand
I love this hostel. The location is very convenient for grabbing food because the central market is nearby. There's a café downstairs with nice decoration and a wide selection of coffee beans. The cleanliness is excellent. I feel safe staying here. Most of all, I really appreciate the owner and staff, they always treat me politely and kindly, making me feel at home. There’s nothing I dislike about this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Price from
$14.56
1 night, 2 adults

Little One

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai, a 2-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Little One provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

R
Rachel
From
Canada
Great place to stay! Clean, free breakfast, free wifi, staff friendly and speak English. Location is superb! Less than 5 minutes walk to bus station. Can catch bus to white temple from station for 25 thb. Lots of restaurants around. Walking distance to markets! Dorm rooms were spacious with curtains and outlets to charge in bed area. Very affordable! Great value!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
$17.34
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 Rai and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,533 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 765 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 649 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 905 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 977 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 793 reviews

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

  • Secret Corner Boutique Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Chiang Rai.

    From $53.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, within a 6-minute walk of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and half a mile of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, KingSun HOSTEL 金珊旅馆 provides accommodations with a shared lounge as...

    From $12.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 5-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, The Lab Sleep Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    From $17.34 per night
  • OD Hostel

    Chiang Rai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 4-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, OD Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    From $17.65 per night
  • Suree House

    Chiang Rai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, within a 3-minute walk of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 500 yards of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Suree House has accommodations with a shared lounge and a bar, and...

    From $22.67 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 905 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai and within a few steps of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Bann Tawan Hostel Chiang Rai has free bikes, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From $33.71 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 977 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 13-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Connect Hotel Chiang Rai has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From $34.04 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    O'Kane's Pub and Hostel in Chiang Rai provides adults only accommodations with a garden, a restaurant and a bar.

    From $22.06 per night

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

  • TT Hostel Chiangrai

    Chiang Rai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 793 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, within a 9-minute walk of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 0.7 miles of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, TT Hostel Chiangrai has accommodations with a shared lounge and free...

    From $11.63 per night
  • Sofia Hostel

    Chiang Rai
    Budget options available

    Sofia Hostel is located in Chiang Rai, within a 16-minute walk of Statue of King Mengrai and 2 miles of Central Plaza. This 1-star hostel offers free WiFi.

  • The Target Residence

    Chiang Rai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Located within 1.5 miles of Central Plaza and 2.7 miles of Clock Tower Chiang Rai, The Target Residence provides rooms in Chiang Rai.

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  • Huen Chan Thip

    Chiang Rai
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool, Huen Chan Thip is located in Chiang Rai. Free WiFi access is available throughout.

    From $31.52 per night

FAQ about hostels in Chiang Rai

Hostels that guests love in Chiang Rai

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  • Avg. price/night: $23.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 649 reviews
    The best hostel I stayed in during my trip. the design is beautiful, the place is extremely clean, it’s less than a minute from the bus station. The owner and staff were absolutely lovely, trusting and took great care of me. I loved that there are laundry facilities and a cute kitchen and hang out area. I always felt my stuff was safe. Note that there are strict house rules. The hostel also offered some very comprehensive tours of Chiang Mai’s attractions
    Guest review by
    Chloe
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $23.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 649 reviews
    great location next to the bus terminal. safety is in place as door access card is required to enter the hostel.
    Guest review by
    Jenny
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $23.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 649 reviews
    Amazing little hostel so clean comfy and safe, great location near bus station so easy to get anywhere and the staff were fantastic!
    Guest review by
    Zoë
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $11.03
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews
    Great location near bus station and walking street. Lots of bars and restaurants nearby. Hostel very laidback and has a reggae bar feel to it. No beer sold here but 7/11 round corner. Weed available too. Would recommend. Stopped in dormitory for 3 nights.
    Guest review by
    Tom
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $11.63
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 793 reviews
    great location- so central! staff are friendly, we had a private twin room. most comfortable bed we’ve had in Thailand so far. relatively clean- bathrooms could have a good going over but not bad compared to some hostels at all. Cheapest hostel we’ve had so far :)
    Guest review by
    Becky
    Travelers with friends
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