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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.

Not yet eat becoz I ‘m check out before 8 am.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,058 reviews
Price from
$37.79
per night
Grace hostel - Chiang Rai, hotel in Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai, Grace hostel - Chiang Rai provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Featuring a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

I felt this place as a home. Really lovely staff, good breakfast, they have motorbikes for rental and they take care of every detail for you.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
495 reviews
Price from
$15
per night
Chean-Chean House, hotel in Chiang Rai

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

My girlfriend and I stayed here for 4 nights and if I were to come back to Chiang Rai, I wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else. The host is outstandingly kind and accommodating. The place is squeaky clean and the bed is comfortable. There is always coffee, tea, and bananas out to take. And there are 2-3 bicycles you can use to ride into town (otherwise it’s a 30 minute walk. We liked being a little further from the downtown though because it was very very quiet at night. Highly recommend!
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
121 reviews
Price from
$24
per night
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...

Location was super convenient - literally steps from the bus station and the night Bazaar. The owner was also super friendly and helpful and really made me feel right at home. Facilities were great - comfiest hostel bed in Thailand I've had so far, spacious lockers. Really enjoyed my stay and won't hesitate to book again next time I'm in Chiang Rai.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
446 reviews
Price from
$19.50
per night
Stay In Chiangrai, hotel in Chiang Rai

Located within a 14-minute walk of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 1.1 miles of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Stay In Chiangrai provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in...

Very clean hostel, washing machines right next door, very very quiet area, basic breakfast with homemade sweets, tv with Netflix (solo travelers paradise), free water 24/7. Matt greeted me with a warm welcome. I did a long stay with a whole room to myself with extra toiletries. Played basketball with nearby locals everyday at outside playground.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
608 reviews
Price from
$13.80
per night
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....

I stayed for a short time during August 24. It was the low season so it was very empty. However, the staff are so nice and welcoming. I booked a single queen room and it was cosy with air con. The location is excellent and just 1 min walk to the Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 3.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
386 reviews
Price from
$15.66
per night
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...

Free coffee, tea, and biscuits, the bed was privateered by the curtains.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
262 reviews
Price from
$26.97
per night
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...

Warm family staff. Super helpful with travel tips and bookings. Laundry service for good price. Lovely breakfast with fresh fruits. Free bananas all the time. Best location, close to the center but not noisy at all.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
79 reviews
Price from
$17.40
per night
The Lab Sleep Hostel, hotel in Chiang Rai

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.

Great location, nice bar and cafe on the ground floor. Owner and staff were great and easy to communicate with.
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
$16.50
per night
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.

Nice host, clean, cheap
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
815 reviews
Price from
$20.86
per night
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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
     · 1,058 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.

    Amazing facilities and super friendly and helpful host !

  • BED Friends Poshtel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 591 reviews

    BED Friends Poshtel is located in Chiang Rai, a 19-minute walk from Statue of King Mengrai and 1.8 miles from Central Plaza.

    Excellent location! The room and bathroom were clean.

  • Bann Tawan Hostel Chiang Rai
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 815 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 Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 777 reviews

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

    Super friendly and helpful staff plus great communication

  • Little One
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 83 reviews

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

    Le personnel en ligne était incroyable ! Chambre au top.

  • Jidjai hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 36 reviews

    Jidjai hostel is located in Chiang Rai, 1.4 miles from Statue of King Mengrai and 1.7 miles from Wat Pra Sing.

    Nice private room, shared bathroom was nice and clean.

  • Sook Jai Guest House
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 279 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

  • The Lab Sleep Hostel
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 6 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.

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

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

    Very friendly and accommodating owner, would visit again.

  • Busket Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 446 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 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 608 reviews

    Located within a 14-minute walk of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 1.1 miles of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Stay In Chiangrai provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in...

    - lovely and helpful staff - clean, cozy and good interior

  • Backpack Hostel
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 386 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 & Bike Hostel
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 200 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.

    Comfy beds with curtains. Clean rooms and bathrooms

  • Your Home
    Central location
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 92 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...

    Fantástica la mujer del Your Home, recomiendo el lugar

  • Spinomad hostel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 161 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.

    Clean rooms and bathrooms. Great common area. Great location

  • Huen Chan Thip
    Central location
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 755 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

  • Suree House
    Central location
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 87 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, bar and free WiFi, Suree House is located in Chiang Rai, a 3-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 500 yards from Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street.

    very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful!

  • Garden House INChiangrai
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 138 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.

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

    The Target Residence is 1.1 mi from Central Plaza Department Store. It offers air-conditioned rooms with balcony and free Wi-Fi. Free public parking is possible on site.

    Kamer / locatie/ aankleding gebouw/parkeerplaats

  • TT Hostel Chiangrai
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 697 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.

    Perfect location, near the bus terminal. Big room for two. Free water.

  • YOYO HOUSE
    Central location
    Scored 4.0
    4.0
    Rated disappointing
    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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Hostels that guests love in Chiang Rai

  • Avg. price/night: $110.98
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 632 reviews
    Great location, family room with bunk bed, water park
    christine
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $21
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 591 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 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 166 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: $11.47
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 368 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 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 120 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
  • Avg. price/night: $22.20
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 446 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
  • Avg. price/night: $22.20
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 446 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
  • Avg. price/night: $22.20
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 446 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: $10.50
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 279 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: $11.07
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 697 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

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