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Baan Mai Kradan Hostel Chiang Rai, hotel in 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.

It’s clean , comfortable, it provides us great room for our stuff. And we get continental breakfast and tea and coffee all day long
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,352 reviews
Price from
$27.69
1 night, 2 adults
Together Backpackers Hostel, hotel in 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...

This is hands down the best hostel I’ve ever been to! From the moment I arrived, I felt like part of a family. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and incredibly friendly – it’s the kind of place where you instantly connect with other travelers. But what truly makes this hostel special is the owner. She is an amazing person who goes above and beyond to make sure everyone feels at home. Her kindness, energy, and attention to detail create an unforgettable experience. If you’re looking for a place that’s more than just a bed to sleep in, this is it. I can’t recommend it enough!
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
126 reviews
Price from
$19.92
1 night, 2 adults
Chean-Chean House, hotel in 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.

Very clean and comfortable room. The host is kind and welcoming actually one of the best host I have ever had in all my travels. Property is on a quiet street. I was able to get a scooter dropped off at the property on arrival and it made getting around much easier.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
164 reviews
Price from
$23.44
1 night, 2 adults
Busket Hostel, hotel in 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...

This stay was wonderful! The staff was so friendly, helpful and informative. The facilities were stocked, clean and well thought out. The cleaning of the common areas and rooms was daily and spotless! They had a fully stocked kitchen area, including a refrigerator and microwave, to make some simple meals or bring food back with you. They even offered coffee, tea and snacks and refillable filtered drinking water. So close to the bus station and all sorts of restaurants and street markets. I didn't use it, but they offered laundry on site.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
574 reviews
Price from
$19.04
1 night, 2 adults
Stay In Chiangrai, hotel in 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.

Owner was super friendly and helpful, beds were comfy too
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
746 reviews
Price from
$14.06
1 night, 2 adults
Backpack Hostel, hotel in 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....

Awesome roof top to hangout and close to night market
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
442 reviews
Price from
$16.99
1 night, 2 adults
Mercy Hostel, hotel in 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...

Big common areas for socializing, blackout curtains on beds and big lockers, breakfast of toast and make-your-own eggs, friendly staff that gave me good restaurant recommendations, walking distance from night bazaar/ night market
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
383 reviews
Price from
$30.32
1 night, 2 adults
Little One, hotel in 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.

I rented out a room with a queen size bed only for myself but with shared bathroom. I like the bathroom set up for my floor, which only had two rooms….even though i noticed people from the more crowded rooms upstairs were using the bathrooms in my floor, i never had an issue with that. I heard people using them but i’ve never seen people when i was using the bathrooms. Also, my room was on the second floor..the crowded rooms were on the higher floors.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
96 reviews
Price from
$16.11
1 night, 2 adults
Social Garden Hostel, hotel in 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.

Quiet location a few minutes walk from the city center. Clean, comfortable bed and well maintained shared bathroom. Nice atmosphere of the place and a lot of space in the garden to relax. The owners organize various activities for all guests, such as a family dinner or a sunset and sunrise trip. You can also rent a scooter. An extra social place for young people.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
38 reviews
Price from
$22.27
1 night, 2 adults
Bann Tawan Hostel Chiang Rai, hotel in Chiang Rai

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.

Great location for walking to night market and central attractions. Close to bus terminal. Western breakfast was outstanding. King room was spacious and comfortable.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
932 reviews
Price from
$21.97
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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  • Baan Mai Kradan Hostel Chiang Rai
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,349 reviews

    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.

    Tat you included breakfast, the place was very beautiful and clean.

  • Mercy Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 383 reviews

    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...

    Everything was super clean, very comfortable and the staff was fantastic.

  • Little One
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 96 reviews

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

    Service and staff were really kindness and helpful !

  • Bann Tawan Hostel Chiang Rai
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 932 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.

    Very clean. Lovely informative staff. Very convenient

  • Connect Hotel Chiang Rai
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 906 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.

    Super friendly and helpful staff plus great communication

  • Suree House
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 105 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...

    Really nice and clean, staff super, perfect location

  • O'Kane's Pub and Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3 reviews

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

  • Sook Jai Guest House
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 366 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, Sook Jai Guest House has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Super nice people and staff, very nice vibe and very social!

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Chiang Rai

  • Saijai Cafe and Hostel
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    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.

  • Chean-Chean House
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 164 reviews

    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.

    Very friendly and accommodating owner, would visit again.

  • Busket Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 574 reviews

    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...

    Great location awesome stuffs, ao clean and organised!

  • Stay In Chiangrai
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 746 reviews

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

    The owners were super cool and everything was clean and welcoming !

  • Backpack Hostel
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 442 reviews

    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.

    The owner and staff was soooo sweet, it really felt like home <3

  • BED Friends Poshtel
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 637 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai and with Clock Tower Chiang Rai reachable within a 5-minute walk, BED Friends Poshtel has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the...

    Excellent location! The room and bathroom were clean.

  • Your Home
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 151 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, within a 5-minute walk of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street and 0.4 miles of Wat Pra Sing, Your Home provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout...

    Very nice. Clean. Convenient location. The host was very nice

  • Bed & Bike Hostel
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 293 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 2-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Bed & Bike Hostel has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

    Good location, well equipped and clean, with cafe downstairs

  • KingSun HOSTEL 金珊旅馆
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 8 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...

    Locatie is echt perfect! Personeel is super lief en liet mij nog een oplader lenen.

  • OD Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 24 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.

    We liked the room, the bed was very comfy and everything new

  • Huen Chan Thip
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 837 reviews

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

    Nice, comfy, clean, With good wifi and good breakast

  • Spinomad hostel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 172 reviews

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

    Bien situé, chambre propre, personnel gentil et accommodant.

  • The Target Residence
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 34 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai and with Central Plaza reachable within 1.5 miles, The Target Residence has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property...

    Kamer / locatie/ aankleding gebouw/parkeerplaats

  • Garden House INChiangrai
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 205 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 8-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Garden House INChiangrai has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    No air conditioning but cool at night, wake up with the birds.

  • TT Hostel Chiangrai
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 791 reviews

    Located within a 17-minute walk of Wat Pra Sing and 2.3 miles of Central Plaza, TT Hostel Chiangrai has rooms in Chiang Rai.

    good location, great hotel and very kind staff. Recommended!

  • YOYO HOUSE
    Central location
    Scored 4.0
    4.0
    Rated fair
    Disappointing
     · 1 review

    Located in Chiang Rai, YOYO HOUSE has a garden and a shared lounge. The hostel features family rooms. At the hostel, all rooms have a desk.

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  • Avg. price/night: $131.84
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 788 reviews
    Great location, family room with bunk bed, water park
    christine
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $25.46
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 637 reviews
    The staff were amazing with the smile,the recommendations and the guy even went beyond his job and drove me to the terminal so i dont have to walk with my bags! The place itself is really good,one of the best hostels ive been in facilities wise Plus there is a worker(at night a security guard) almost 24/7 which is really convenient!
    MORIS
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 157 reviews
    Very clean, comfortable and private bunk beds, very helpful reception and staff. Bathrooms impeccable. Great food in the restaurant, breakfast and dinners. Best hostel I’ve been to, highly recommend.
    Marta
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $16.25
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 522 reviews
    Walked from the bus station. Lots of food within 300m. Clean enough. Mini-fridge, hot water, and AC if you want that. Staff were polite. Speak some English. Only stayed one night to catch a plane. Price was OK and safe neighborhood. Maybe good for budget traveler who doesn't want to be in a hostel.
    andrew
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 104 reviews
    Best hostel in Chiang Mai :) Nuy is amazing, she will make you feel like home. Best food (breakfast) and (dinner) and is all included for the cheapest price you’ll pay in Chiang Mai, you’ll get also a bicycle for free and motorbike with extra discount.
    Armend
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 574 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
    Chloe
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 574 reviews
    great location next to the bus terminal. safety is in place as door access card is required to enter the hostel.
    Jenny
    Family with young children
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 574 reviews
    Amazing little hostel so clean comfy and safe, great location near bus station so easy to get anywhere and the staff were fantastic!
    Zoë
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $10.25
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 366 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.
    Tom
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $11.98
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 791 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 :)
    Becky
    Travelers with friends