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Pakping Hostel

Phra Sing, Chiang Mai

Attractively located in the centre of Chiang Mai, Pakping Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

L
Luca Versari
From
Italy
Really quiet and clean hostel. The position is great. The owner is very helpful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
£14.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Green Sleep Hostel

Si Phum, Chiang Mai

Well situated in Chiang Mai, Green Sleep Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

B
BAK
From
South Korea
The accommodation was neatly cleaned every day. I stayed in a room with a window, and the entire building was well ventilated. There was a separate refrigerator for guests, so I could conveniently store my personal items. The staff always had smiling faces and were really friendly. The accommodation was located in an alley, so it was quite quiet. Even though the alley was right on the road where the Sunday night market was held! I really recommend it in all aspects: location, cleanliness, and staff. If I come back to Old Town, I want to use it again :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,871 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
£14.87
1 night, 2 adults
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Lazy Gibbon 2 Chiang Mai - Haiya

Hai ya, Chiang Mai

Located in Chiang Mai and with Chiang Mai Night Bazaar reachable within 1.5 km, Lazy Gibbon 2 Chiang Mai - Haiya provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

J
Julia
From
Ukraine
The best hostel I stayed in CM. Location is quiet, the rooms are spacious, showers and toilets were always clean, there is an area where you can work and meet other travellers. The owners are the nicest people who will always give you advice of where to go and what to see. Also, there is a nice terrace with a sunset view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
£13
1 night, 2 adults
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Nonoteru Chiangmai

Hai ya, Chiang Mai

Located in Chiang Mai, within 1.1 km of Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and 1.1 km of Chiang Mai Gate, Nonoteru Chiangmai provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as...

B
Brandon
From
Belgium
Hostel with a hotel feeling, big beds. Not these small 1 person beds with a curtain next to you. You really have a hotel feeling in this one, great concept! Kitchen & bathroom was very clean and modern!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
£20.51
1 night, 2 adults
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The Yard Hostel Chiang Mai

Si Phum, Chiang Mai

Set in Chiang Mai, 300 metres from Three Kings Monument, The Yard Hostel Chiang Mai offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

L
Leonardo Henrique
From
Brazil
Location was really good, the accomodation that we have booked was huge, the staff was very friendly, the breakfast was ok, but good value for money place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
£32.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Chiza hostel Chiangmai

Si Phum, Chiang Mai

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.

J
Janja Debevc
From
Slovenia
The owner and his wife were very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
£12.67
1 night, 2 adults
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Allred Hostel Chiangmai

Fa Ham, Chiang Mai

Situated in Chiang Mai, 1.4 km from Chiang Mai Bus Station, Allred Hostel Chiangmai features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

T
Thomas
From
China
This is a little gem of a place. The relaxed friendly welcome instantly made me feel at home. The place itself is an interesting mixture of traditional wood and clean modern facilities. Will stay here again next time I'm passing through Chiang Mai. 20 minutes' walk from the main bus station. Tip: If you're looking for it on Grab it comes up as Allred Cafe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Location 8.2
Price from
£14.93
1 night, 2 adults
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Comfort Zone Hostel @ Tha Pae

Chang Moi, Chiang Mai

Situated in Chiang Mai and within 500 metres of Tha Pae Gate, Comfort Zone Hostel @ Tha Pae has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

S
Sophie
From
Austria
All I can say is that all the enthusiastic reviews are absolutely accurate. One of the first things George (the owner) told me was that he wants me to feel at home, and there are so many smart and mindful little details that make this place a home: the amazing coffee, the snacks and fresh fruit that are available 24/7, the individual slippers every guest gets to wear inside, the bicycles that you can just borrow for free, the layout of the dormitories, the storage inside your bed capsule... It really is an exceptional place, would stay there again anytime without a second thought!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
£20.53
1 night, 2 adults
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Shapel Hostel and Cafe

Si Phum, Chiang Mai

Located in the centre of Chiang Mai, less than 1 km from Chang Puak Gate, Shapel Hostel and Cafe provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

A
Andrea
From
Slovakia
Waaaaau! One of the best hostels i ever stayed! So clean, comfy and beautiful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
£19.91
1 night, 2 adults
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October Hostel ChiangMai

Nimmanhaemin, Chiang Mai

Set in Chiang Mai, 2.3 km from Chang Puak Market, October Hostel ChiangMai offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

K
Kiatchupong
From
Thailand
Very large room for the price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
£19.96
1 night, 2 adults
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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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Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Chiang Mai and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 212 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 529 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...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

    Attractively located in the centre of Chiang Mai, Phukhao Hostel features free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 539 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 79 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 193 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 596 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.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,296 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, 200 metres from Three Kings Monument, Chiangmai Midpoint Activity Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Siriwan Hostel

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

    Siriwan Hostel is well set in the centre of Chiang Mai, and provides a garden, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to Chedi Luang Temple, Wat Phra Singh and Tha Pae Gate.

  • 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, 430 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,004 reviews

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

  • KAYAN Hostel

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 739 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Situated within 300 metres of Chang Puak Market and 500 metres of Chang Puak Gate, 三狗3dogs hostel features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Chiang Mai.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 679 reviews

    Ideally set in the centre of Chiang Mai, Hostel One Art and Gallery features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 806 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai and with Chang Puak Market reachable within 300 metres, Monkey Toe Guesthouse provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

  • 9 Hostel

    Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 441 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.

  • F Plus F Hostel

    Chiang Mai
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

    Situated in Chiang Mai, 2.4 km from Chang Puak Market, F Plus F Hostel features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 504 reviews

    JJ Guesthouse features accommodation with free WiFi in Chiang Mai, attractively set 400 metres from Chiang Mai Gate and less than 1 km from Three Kings Monument.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 484 reviews

    Attractively set in the centre of Chiang Mai, Satop travelers Guesthouse features free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, within 300 metres of Chiang Mai Gate and less than 1 km of Chedi Luang Temple, SherVa101 Home and Hostel provides accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the Chang Phueak district of Chiang Mai, Box Hostel N Cafe is located 1.7 km from Chang Puak Market, 1.9 km from Chang Puak Gate and 2.5 km from Three Kings Monument.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    The Islander Chiang Mai in Chiang Mai provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.

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  • Green Sleep Hostel

    Hostel in Si Phum, Chiang Mai
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,871 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, 1,196 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, 1,196 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: £46.09
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,296 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

  • Stamps Backpackers

    Hostel in Chang Moi, Chiang Mai
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 423 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: £21.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,004 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

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