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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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  • Bed in Town

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    No credit card needed
    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$77.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 979 reviews

    Conveniently set in the centre of Chiang Mai, Premier Hostel Chiang Mai provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    From US$29.06 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, 433 reviews

    Ideally located in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, 9 Hostel is set 600 metres from Chang Puak Market, less than 1 km from Three Kings Monument and a 13-minute walk from Tha Pae Gate.

    From US$12.36 per night

  • Mantra Place

    Hai ya, Chiang Mai
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 255 reviews

    Ideally set in the Hai ya district of Chiang Mai, Mantra Place is set 1 km from Chiang Mai Gate, 1.8 km from Chedi Luang Temple and 1.9 km from Wat Phra Singh.

    From US$16.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, 3.4 km from Central Plaza Chiang Mai Airport, Full stop. Hostel Chiang Mai provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$17 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 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 355 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 151 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$34.22 per night

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

  • 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$55.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the centre of Chiang Mai, Past Tense Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

  • Me U Hostel

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 416 reviews

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

    From US$47.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

    Well located in the centre of Chiang Mai, Stay North Gate Bed and Breakfast provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    From US$31.53 per night

  • KAYAN Hostel

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 732 reviews

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

    From US$26.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, 300 metres from Chang Puak Gate, SHIN Hostel Changphuak ChiangMai provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    From US$49.46 per night

  • Fav Inn Town

    Phra Sing, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 539 reviews

    Attractively set in Chiang Mai, Fav Inn Town features air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    From US$46.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

    Ideally situated in the centre of Chiang Mai, Number 4 Old Town features free WiFi throughout the property and a garden.

    From US$24.11 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 518 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, The August Hostel is located 600 metres from Three Kings Monument, less than 1 km from Chedi Luang Temple and a 13-minute walk from Chang...

    From US$46.37 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$29.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 772 reviews

    Situated conveniently in Chiang Mai, HILLDA HOUSE offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From US$21.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the Phra Sing district of Chiang Mai, Smile Capsule Hostel is located 700 metres from Wat Phra Singh, less than 1 km from Chedi Luang Temple and a 12-minute walk from Chiang...

    From US$14.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews

    Well situated in Chiang Mai, Khunluang Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 3-star hostel offers room service and a tour desk.

    From US$27.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews

    Situated in Chiang Mai, 200 metres from Chang Puak Market, 248 STREET HOSTEL features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$18.55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai and within 300 metres of Chang Puak Market, i-smile features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

    Lemonap Hostel in Chiang Mai provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge and a bar. Popular points of interest nearby include Wat Phra Singh, Chedi Luang Temple and Tha Pae Gate.

    From US$46.37 per night

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  • Green Sleep Hostel

    Hostel in Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Avg. price/night: US$25.90
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,895 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

  • Pakping Hostel

    Hostel in Phra Sing, Chiang Mai
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,218 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

  • Pakping Hostel

    Hostel in Phra Sing, Chiang Mai
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,218 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

  • Chiangmai Midpoint Activity Hostel

    Hostel in Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Avg. price/night: US$61.84
    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

  • Nearthepark Premier Hostel Night Bazaar

    Hostel in Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    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

  • Stamps Backpackers

    Hostel in Chang Moi, Chiang Mai
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 413 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

  • Premier Hostel Chiang Mai

    Hostel in Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Avg. price/night: US$29.06
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 979 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