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Baan Mai Kradan Hostel Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai

Situated in Chiang Rai, 400 metres from Statue of King Mengrai, Baan Mai Kradan Hostel Chiang Rai features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

M
Margarida
From
Portugal
Amazing place to stay in Chiang Rai. You can easily walk around and you’re not in the center of the Main Street so it is very quiet in the surroundings. Staff is extremely polite and available and the place is super super clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews
Price from
US$29.73
1 night, 2 adults
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Mercy Hostel

Chiang Rai

Situated in Chiang Rai, within 600 metres of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 1.1 km of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Mercy Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as...

E
Elena
From
Spain
Amazing hostel. Staff were super friendly and went out of their way to help with any issues we had. The common room is really well set up for socialising and there was plenty of facilities all very clean. The rooms are spacious and the lockers were big enough to fit my whole bag in. Breakfast is basic but plenty of it and easily made better with a quick trip to the shop. Lovely outdoor area to chill in the sun. Location was good, within walking distance to the center and just off the main road so not noisy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 500 reviews
Price from
US$32.13
1 night, 2 adults
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Backpack Hostel

Chiang Rai

Situated in Chiang Rai and with Clock Tower Chiang Rai reachable within 600 metres, Backpack Hostel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a...

J
Jegan R S
From
India
Both Apple and Nes were friendly, speak English and guide you from renting bike, arranging tours, suggesting some untouched locations and perfect timings to visit some famous sight seeings.. I had a wonderful stay with comfy beds, clean toilets, very close to night markets, with all required amenities, and top of that they also served basic breakfast in that price.. will recommend this place..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 447 reviews
Price from
US$16.21
1 night, 2 adults
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Chean-Chean House

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai, less than 1 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai, Chean-Chean House provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

J
Jordan
From
Canada
Great place, the staff are so nice and caring!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Price from
US$26.39
1 night, 2 adults
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Together Backpackers Hostel

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai and with Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street reachable within 70 metres, Together Backpackers Hostel provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared...

M
Montserrat Castillo
From
Spain
The girl that owns the hostel is lovely and will help you in anything you need. She tells you where you can go and the best spots in the city
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Price from
US$19.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Busket Hostel

Chiang Rai

Situated in Chiang Rai and with Clock Tower Chiang Rai reachable within 600 metres, Busket Hostel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

J
Jessica
From
Germany
Great location right next to the bus terminal and Night market
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
Price from
US$20.18
1 night, 2 adults
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Stay In Chiangrai

Chiang Rai

Located within 2.6 km of Statue of King Mengrai and 3.3 km of Central Plaza ChiangRai, Stay In Chiangrai features rooms in Chiang Rai.

L
Lisa
From
Canada
Super comfortable beds! Super clean. I wish all hostels were this good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews
Price from
US$14.28
1 night, 2 adults
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Social Garden Hostel

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai, 700 metres from Statue of King Mengrai, Social Garden Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

S
Sahar-chan
From
Belgium
I chose this hostel hoping to meet some people after being alone in my previous hostel (low season) and it didn't disappoint! The staff (international) was amazing. There is a pool table, everyone uses grab to order food at the big table in the garden, they organize games etc, so everything is made to connect people which is the best part about traveling. This hostel is just perfect for backpackers. You can rend scooters, they give you recommandations about activities. I was supposed to stay one night but I decided to extend. Toilet and showers are outside of the room which is great. There is free water. The surrounding is great and Blue Temple and Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 are close.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews
Price from
US$15.52
1 night, 2 adults
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Saijai Cafe and Hostel

Chiang Rai

Set in Chiang Rai and with Clock Tower Chiang Rai reachable within 300 metres, Saijai Cafe and Hostel offers a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

P
Pietro
From
Italy
Newly opened hostel, lovely staff and super clean facilities. Very close to the main market and anything you might need in central Chiang Rai. Private rooms are very comfortable!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
Price from
US$14.34
1 night, 2 adults
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Little One

Chiang Rai

Located in Chiang Rai, 200 metres from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Little One provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

S
Shaun
From
New Zealand
Awesome place, super comfortable. Great service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
Price from
US$21.11
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

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.

Most booked hostels in Chiang Rai and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 363 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 834 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 975 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 896 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 500 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 785 reviews

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

  • Secret Corner Boutique Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Chiang Rai.

    From US$52.78 per night

  • OD Hostel

    Chiang Rai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    Situated in Chiang Rai, 300 metres from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, OD Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    From US$17.39 per night

  • Connect Hotel Chiang Rai

    Chiang Rai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 975 reviews

    Situated in Chiang Rai, 1.2 km from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Connect Hotel Chiang Rai features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$33.53 per night

  • O'Kane's Pub and Hostel

    Chiang Rai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

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

    From US$21.73 per night

  • Sofia Hostel

    Chiang Rai
    Budget options available

    Sofia Hostel is located in Chiang Rai, 1.4 km from Statue of King Mengrai and 3.2 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai. This 1-star hostel offers free WiFi.

  • Little One

    Chiang Rai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, 200 metres from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Little One provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

    From US$17.08 per night

  • Sook Jai Guest House

    Chiang Rai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews

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

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Chiang Rai and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 785 reviews

    Situated in Chiang Rai, within less than 1 km of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and a 12-minute walk of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, TT Hostel Chiangrai provides accommodation with a shared...

    From US$11.46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, within 500 metres of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and less than 1 km of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, KingSun HOSTEL 金珊旅馆 provides accommodation with a shared lounge and...

    From US$12.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

    Set in Chiang Rai, 400 metres from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, The Lab Sleep Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    From US$17.08 per night

  • Suree House

    Chiang Rai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, bar and free WiFi, Suree House is situated in Chiang Rai, 300 metres from Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 500 metres from Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street.

    From US$21.77 per night

  • Your Home

    Chiang Rai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, within 500 metres of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street and 700 metres of Wat Pra Sing, Your Home provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the...

    From US$18.63 per night

  • Stay&Stitch

    Chiang Rai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Chiang Rai, within 200 metres of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 600 metres of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Stay&Stitch features accommodation with a shared lounge and as well as...

    From US$22.63 per night

  • Huen Chan Thip

    Chiang Rai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 834 reviews

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

    From US$31.05 per night

  • YOYO HOUSE

    Chiang Rai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    YOYO HOUSE in Chiang Rai has a garden and a shared lounge. The hostel features family rooms. At the hostel, the rooms are fitted with a desk.

    From US$20.18 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Chiang Rai

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  • Busket Hostel

    Hostel in Chiang Rai
    Avg. price/night: US$23.44
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 654 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
    Guest review by
    Chloe
    Solo traveller

  • Busket Hostel

    Hostel in Chiang Rai
    Avg. price/night: US$23.44
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
    great location next to the bus terminal. safety is in place as door access card is required to enter the hostel.
    Guest review by
    Jenny
    Family with young children

  • Busket Hostel

    Hostel in Chiang Rai
    Avg. price/night: US$23.44
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
    Amazing little hostel so clean comfy and safe, great location near bus station so easy to get anywhere and the staff were fantastic!
    Guest review by
    Zoë
    Solo traveller

  • Sook Jai Guest House

    Hostel in Chiang Rai
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 402 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.
    Guest review by
    Tom
    Solo traveller

  • TT Hostel Chiangrai

    Hostel in Chiang Rai
    Avg. price/night: US$11.46
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 785 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 :)
    Guest review by
    Becky
    People with friends