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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.

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Amanda
From
United States
A very cozy hostel with a nice lounge area for eating a capsule type beds.
Review score
Wonderful
1,125 reviews
Price from
$20.92
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.

Review score
Wonderful
1,816 reviews
Price from
$21.93
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...

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Stan
From
United States
Perfect
Review score
Wonderful
160 reviews
Price from
$12.62
1 night, 2 adults

Nonoteru Chiangmai

Hai Ya, Chiang Mai

Located in Chiang Mai, within a 12-minute walk of Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and 0.7 miles of Chiang Mai Gate, Nonoteru Chiangmai provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the...

K
Krisana
From
Thailand
So clean so good so comfy.
Review score
Wonderful
181 reviews
Price from
$14.95
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.

Review score
Wonderful
190 reviews
Price from
$47.28
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 🎀
Review score
Exceptional
152 reviews
Price from
$15.01
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.

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William
From
United Kingdom
So clean, calm and comfortable. Beautiful house. Near the bus station which was very handy. You can tell it's so well organised and run. Thanks
Review score
Wonderful
112 reviews
Price from
$19.77
1 night, 2 adults

Baan Heart Thai

Chang Moi, Chiang Mai

Located in Chiang Mai and with Tha Pae Gate reachable within a 8-minute walk, Baan Heart Thai provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant.

Y
Yidong
From
China
quiet
Review score
Wonderful
140 reviews
Price from
$18.55
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...

D
Dimitri
From
Canada
George was a fantastic host
Review score
Exceptional
360 reviews
Price from
$27.18
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.

A
Anonymous
From
South Korea
Friendly kind staffs, convenience, cleanness
Review score
Wonderful
119 reviews
Price from
$24.90
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.

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  • Review score
    Wonderful · 582 reviews

    Located conveniently in the center of Chiang Mai, Hidden Garden Hostel has free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

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    Wonderful · 699 reviews

    Ideally located in Chiang Mai, Hostel One Art and Gallery has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Siriwan Hostel

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
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    Wonderful · 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 Wat Phra Singh, Chedi Luang Temple and Tha Pae Gate.

    Guest review
    Great hostel in Chiang Mai. Friendly staff, comfy rooms, very nice garden and area outside. Will come again!
  • Review score
    Wonderful · 529 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.

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    Exceptional · 18 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, within 2 miles of Wat Phra Singh and 2.1 miles of Three Kings Monument, Home Story Hostel Chiang Mai has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free...

    Guest review
    Privacy, good location. Feel like home. You got the whole house.
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    Exceptional · 13 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, a 10-minute walk from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Baannaisoi2 Mini Hotel provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Very clean. Incredibly warm, and helpful owner. She will help you with anything. Quiet at night. Very spacious room, more like a big studio apartment.
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    Wonderful · 41 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, a 10-minute walk from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Baan Nai Soi Mini Hotel provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Cute hotel with warmth and character. The hostess made sure that we were comfortable & that there was always fresh fruit in the shared kitchen. Gorgeous parquet flooring & comfortable beds.
  • Review score
    Very Good · 1,063 reviews

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

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    Exceptional · 1 review

    Conveniently set in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, Blue Dream Hostel is located a 10-minute walk from Chang Puak Market, 0.6 miles from Chang Puak Gate and 1.1 miles from Three Kings Monument.

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    Exceptional · 119 reviews

    Ideally set in the center of Chiang Mai, WERUN NIMBLY CHIANG MAI has free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Guest review
    Great room, great building and very friendly staff and owner. The building and room is so clean, no grain of dust anywhere to find. Was my second stay and I will come again
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    Exceptional · 23 reviews

    Located within a 8-minute walk of Chang Puak Market and half a mile of Chang Puak Gate, The Afterlife Poshtel & Art Space has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Chiang Mai.

    Guest review
    Had a lovely stay. The staff was so nice and I loved the concepts. The restaurant downstairs was also very tasty.
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    Exceptional · 26 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, 1.9 miles from Central Plaza Chiang Mai Airport, Eachother Hostel has air-conditioned accommodations and a terrace.

    Guest review
    Amazing hostel and friendly owners!! Very accommodating! Breakfast was delicious! Stay here if you’re in Chiang Mai!
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    Exceptional · 51 reviews

    Well located in Chiang Mai, 168 Chiangmai Guesthouse provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Location is good. The whole street has many guesthouses and coffee shops. The owner Ms. Wan is very very nice. She will always help you for short trip travel information and everything.
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    Wonderful · 39 reviews

    Redpanda Hostel & Cafe has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Chiang Mai.

    Guest review
    Friendly staffs, nice breakfast and cleanliness of the room.
  • Review score
    Wonderful · 448 reviews

    In a prime location in the center of Chiang Mai, Baan Lung Poshtel provides free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Cactus Hostel

    Chiang Mai
    Central location
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    Wonderful · 60 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, within 30 miles of Grand Canyon Chiang Mai and 15 miles of Pha Chor, Cactus Hostel provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests...

    Guest review
    What a hostel should be! PJ, Pink, and the cats make it feel like home
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    Wonderful · 190 reviews

    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.

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    Wonderful · 1,007 reviews

    Well set in the center of Chiang Mai, Thapae Gate Lodge provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

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    Wonderful · 139 reviews

    Well situated in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, MIEL BED Hostel & Gallery is located a 7-minute walk from Three Kings Monument, 0.4 miles from Chedi Luang Temple and a 16-minute walk from Chiang...

    Guest review
    Location is basically perfect, smack in the middle of old town. I stayed here last year for just a couple of days (wanted to extend after that but they were already booked up) and it was the first place I looked at this time around. Really good value for the money.
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    Wonderful · 376 reviews

    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...

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    Wonderful · 143 reviews

    Attractively located in Chiang Mai, Baingern Living Place has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

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    Wonderful · 452 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, Stamps Backpackers offers dormitory rooms with a semi-private sleeping loft. Free WiFi is available on site. Guests can socialize and meet new people at the common area.

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    Wonderful · 76 reviews

    Well situated in the center of Chiang Mai, Non@Chiang Mai provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Amazing location the owner was very accommodating.
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    Excellent · 179 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.

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    Excellent · 136 reviews

    Well located in the center of Chiang Mai, The White House Rachamankha เดอะ ไวท์เฮ้าส์ ราชมรรคา provides free WiFi throughout the property, an outdoor swimming pool and free private parking for guests...

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    Excellent · 345 reviews

    Well set in the center of Chiang Mai, Khunluang Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

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    Excellent · 361 reviews

    In a prime location in Chiang Mai, Chiangmai First House & Tour provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

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    Excellent · 490 reviews

    Located in the heart of Chiang Mai , only 656 feet from Chedi Luang Temple, Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking provides rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi .

  • Insight Hostel

    Chiang Mai
    Central location
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    Excellent · 88 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, Insight Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    Guest review
    The value is unbeatable. The location is very quiet and the facilities are well-lit and air conditioned.
  • Review score
    Excellent · 570 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.

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    Excellent · 1,821 reviews

    Located in the Old Town area of Chiang Mai, The Common Hostel offers both private and dormitory rooms with free WiFi in all area. Sunday Walking Street is 1640 feet from the property.

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    Excellent · 809 reviews

    Well situated in Chiang Mai, HILLDA HOUSE provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

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    Excellent · 851 reviews

    Located in the center of Chiang Mai, a 11-minute walk from Chedi Luang Temple, Sakura House provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

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    Excellent · 74 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Give Me 5 Hostel is located in the center of Chiang Mai, a 5-minute walk from Chang Puak Gate.

    Guest review
    great location, quick communication, really helpful! they also helped me book more nights.
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    Excellent · 392 reviews

    Attractively located in Chiang Mai, Potae's House has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a tour desk.

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    Excellent · 224 reviews

    Well situated in Chiang Mai, HUG Backpackers provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

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    Excellent · 205 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...

  • F Plus F Hostel

    Chiang Mai
    No credit card needed
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    Very Good · 109 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.

  • Bed in Town

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    No credit card needed
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    Very Good · 227 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.

  • Review score
    Excellent · 834 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.

  • Mantra Place

    Hai Ya, Chiang Mai
    No credit card needed
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    Very Good · 252 reviews

    Mantra Place is offering accommodations in Chiang Mai. Featuring a terrace, the 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

  • Review score
    Very Good · 73 reviews

    Chiangmai by DD&B hostel is in a prime location in the center of Chiang Mai, and provides a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    Guest review
    Very nice place, loved the café in the lobby as well. Will definitely come back
  • Review score
    Good · 514 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.

  • Review score
    Good · 220 reviews

    09 Hostel Chiangmai features air-conditioned rooms with satellite flat-screen TV in the Wat Ket district of Chiang Mai.

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  • Avg. price/night: $31.72
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    Very Good · 550 reviews
    Great location. Very friendly and helpful staff. Pool is mostly in the shade, which is great as the sun is fierce. The double/twin rooms are to a high standard for a simple hotel. The bunk bed room is tight and a more budget version. Friendly cafe next door. Once it’s closed you can buy drinks from the hotel reception. Hotel will lock away your valuables. Very honest, my son left his shoes in the reception area and they were still there the next day. We extended our stay.
    Guest review by
    William
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $112.86
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    Excellent · 1,000 reviews
    it is cheap has a good pool; and a proper purificationsystem cute deco around the pool staffs were friendly! clean room i saw no insects inside the room good location nearby breakfast restaurants and bars serves great food. in one or two block there are many hostels for travellers so it looks safe in nighttime
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    SOO JUNG
    Solo traveler
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    Wonderful · 1,816 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
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    Wonderful · 1,125 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
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    Wonderful · 1,125 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: $60.64
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    Very Good · 1,235 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
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    Good · 897 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
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    Wonderful · 452 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: $28.67
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    Very Good · 1,063 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
  • Avg. price/night: $20.14
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    Very Good · 762 reviews
    I stayed in this place for 10 days! It's really good that comes with private bathroom and room service was provided as well. The price is really good even cheaper than the bunk bed hostel. I travel solo, I can say it's really safe for you to stay here as a female traveler. And the room felt so new and nice AC. Sometimes when raining, you don't even have to turned it on because it is so cold already!
    Guest review by
    Cindy hayashi
    Solo traveler

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