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Hostels in Chiang Mai

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The best hostels in Chiang Mai

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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews

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

    From US$216.42 per night
  • Set in Chiang Mai and with Wat Phra Singh reachable within 400 metres, NEAR THE PARK BACKPACK HOUSE offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews

    Situated within 700 metres of Three Kings Monument and less than 1 km of Chang Puak Market, Chiza hostel Chiangmai features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Chiang Mai.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 428 reviews

    In a prime location in the centre of Chiang Mai, Hobnob Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 354 reviews

    In a prime location in the centre of Chiang Mai, The Corner มุมม่วน คาเฟ่ แอนด์ โฮสเทล MumMuan hostel offers free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

  • Bed in Town

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews

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

    From US$77.18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, MIEL BED Hostel & Gallery is set 600 metres from Three Kings Monument, 700 metres from Chedi Luang Temple and 1.3 km from Chiang Mai Gate.

    From US$34.18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

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

    From US$29.33 per night

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, a sun terrace with a swimming pool, garden and restaurant, New Town - NT Hostel is situated in Chiang Mai.

    From US$21.61 per night
  • LM Hostel

    Wat Ket, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Featuring 2-star accommodation, LM Hostel is located in Chiang Mai, 3.1 km from Tha Pae Gate and 3.1 km from Chiang Mai Bus Station.

    From US$60.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 542 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 US$61.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

    Attractively set in the centre of Chiang Mai, Baingern Living Place features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Hooman Hostel

    Phra Sing, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Phra Sing district of Chiang Mai, Hooman Hostel is situated 600 metres from Three Kings Monument, 700 metres from Chedi Luang Temple and 1.3 km from Chiang Mai Gate.

    From US$19.45 per night
  • Salee Hostel

    Phra Sing, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai and with Wat Phra Singh reachable within 200 metres, Salee Hostel provides a tour desk, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    From US$26.52 per night
  • Pinghostel

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews

    Attractively located in Chiang Mai, Pinghostel features 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 US$52.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 604 reviews

    Attractively located in the centre of Chiang Mai, Sleep Walker Poshtel features free WiFi, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$55.57 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    In a prime location in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, Blue Dream Hostel is situated 1 km from Chang Puak Gate, 1.7 km from Three Kings Monument and 1.5 km from Wat Phra Singh.

    From US$45.85 per night
  • Set in Chiang Mai, within 600 metres of Central Plaza Chiang Mai Airport and 1.6 km of Chiang Mai Gate, เชียงใหม่สบายดีอพาร์ทเมนต์ศรีปิงเมือง offers accommodation with a terrace and as well as free...

    From US$22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.5
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Kechkewalin House is situated in Chiang Mai, within 4.1 km of Chedi Luang Temple and 4.6 km of Three Kings Monument.

    From US$14.51 per night
  • 333 MiNi House

    Chiang Mai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located within 7.5 km of Three Kings Monument and 7.9 km of Chang Puak Market, 333 MiNi House offers rooms in Chiang Mai.

    From US$27.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Set in Chiang Mai, 7.3 km from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, กินๆนอนๆ ห้องพักราคาประหยัดสุดๆ only sleep good dream offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located within 3.4 km of Chiang Mai 700th Anniversary Stadium and 5.2 km of Chiang Mai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, inghome & guesthouse provides rooms with air conditioning and a...

    From US$23.46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Set in Chiang Mai, Kudao Rent Room has a garden. The hostel also offers free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$20.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews

    Attractively located in the centre of Chiang Mai, WERUN NIMBLY CHIANG MAI features free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$44.46 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: US$25.87
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,899 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 traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,220 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 traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,220 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: US$61.76
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,304 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 traveller
  • 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 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 412 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$29.02
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 975 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 traveller