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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, 1,536 reviews
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US$29.39
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...

A
Andres
From
Colombia
Everything was super clean, very comfortable and the staff was fantastic.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews
Price from
US$31.76
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...

M
Maxime
From
France
This hostel is very nice if you come in Chiang Rai. The location is perfect, very close to the night market and the town center. And close to the bus station 1. The owners and there cuty dog are so friendly and helpful, they rent good scooter and they can give you some tips to visit many places around Chiang Rai. The hostel is very clean, there is all time coffee tea hot water bananas and biscuits for free. The roof top is very good to chill and meet peoples. I recommend this place at 200% !!! Thanks for everything I will back for sure !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews
Price from
US$16.02
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.

D
DAE HYOUNG
From
South Korea
The owner lady is really friendly and kind. She tries herself to help me for everything. The room is quite wide and the bed is comfortable. The hotel is well maintained. I t is quiet day and night.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews
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US$26.09
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...

I
Inês
From
Portugal
The location is perfect and the staff is super friendly and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews
Price from
US$19.95
1 night, 2 adults
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Stay In Hostel

Chiang Rai

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

M
Marc
From
Belgium
The 1st hostel since my Asia trip starting beginning November, where all the facilities are tip top. The beds are perfect, no showers with broken showerhead, no leaking taps, toilets clean and working. Rooms with locker, nice shared area with kitchen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 759 reviews
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US$17.19
1 night, 2 adults
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Secret Corner Boutique Hostel

Chiang Rai

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

Y
Yasuyo
From
Thailand
It was a really amazing experience for me. The hostel is brand new and the facilities are excellent, and I was really impressed by the warm hospitality of the staff(^^) It’s definitely worth a visit (o^^o)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
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US$46.95
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.

M
Matthias
From
Thailand
I liked everythings , the staff is amazing and the property was very clean. They know how to put you at ease and you will feel at home. Every morning you can have breakfast outside and every evening you can join guests and staffs for night activities. This place is close to all the points of interest in the city. Be careful you risk staying longer than expected. Thanks for all social garden family.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
Price from
US$16.57
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.

G
Georgia
From
Peru
Great location, also next to the Saturday market! Good facilities, lovely staff! Can do your own laundry on site or there is laundry service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
Price from
US$14.18
1 night, 2 adults
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Suree House

Chiang Rai

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.

S
Simon
From
France
The staff, especially the receptionist/manager are super-friendly yet very professional. The location of the hotel right in the city centre is a real plus. The room was really clean, bright, functional and well-decorated. Exceptionally good value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
Price from
US$24.83
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.

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 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 623 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 820 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 952 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 888 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 770 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,536 reviews

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, 770 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$12.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 90 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$12.28 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$16.88 per night

  • OD Hostel

    Chiang Rai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 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$22.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

    Situated in Chiang Rai, 400 metres from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Spinomad hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$23.02 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

    Situated in Chiang Rai, 200 metres from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Bed & Bike Hostel features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

    From US$21.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 888 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai within 500 metres of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 700 metres of Wat Pra Sing, Bann Tawan Hostel Chiang Rai features rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$39.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 952 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$42.35 per night

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

  • 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$21.48 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.

  • Sook Jai Guest House

    Chiang Rai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 398 reviews

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

    From US$10.74 per night

  • The Target Hotel chaingrai

    Chiang Rai
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    The Target Hotel chaingrai is situated in Chiang Rai, 2.4 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai and 4.3 km from Clock Tower Chiang Rai.

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  • Huen Chan Thip

    Chiang Rai
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 820 reviews

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

    From US$32.22 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Chiang Rai

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  • Busket Hostel

    Hostel in Chiang Rai
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 663 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
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 663 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
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 663 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
    Avg. price/night: US$10.74
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 398 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$12.86
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 770 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

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