Box Hostel N Cafe is located in Chiang Mai's Chang Phueak district, approximately 1.8km from Chang Puak Market and 1.8km from Wat Phra Singh, offering convenient access to major attractions. This family-friendly guesthouse features air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a cafe, and parking, with one bedroom and one bathroom, providing comfortable and affordable accommodation for travellers.
9.2 98 reviews
Chiang Mai
30/12 – 20/01
A$60/nighttotal: A$1260 (21 )
Chom Chan Guesthouse & Hostel
2 4
hostel , Chiang Mai
Chom Chan Guesthouse & Hostel in Chiang Mai is conveniently located approximately 1.8km from Chiang Mai Airport and within a short distance of key attractions such as Chiang Mai Gate and Wat Phra Singh. This guesthouse offers 18-square-metre rooms, sleeping up to four guests, each with a private bathroom, air conditioning, and a balcony boasting mountain views; further amenities include a swimming pool, free parking, and bike/car rentals.
9.0 935 reviews
Chiang Mai
21/06 – 25/06
A$34/nighttotal: A$136 (4 )
Baan Ploy In
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
Baan Ploy In is conveniently located in the heart of Chiang Mai, just a short walk from the bustling Chang Puak Market, the historic Three Kings Monument, and the revered Wat Phra Singh temple. With excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall user experience, this hostel provides a comfortable and well-regarded base for exploring the city. The hostel features a shared kitchen, a relaxing garden, and a terrace offering views of the city. Guests can enjoy air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, room service, and the convenience of a shared lounge, as well as tour organisation services for those seeking to explore further afield.
8.6 370 reviews
Chiang Mai
18/07 – 21/07
A$15/nighttotal: A$45 (3 )
Chang Chang Hostel
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
Chang Chang Hostel enjoys a central Chiang Mai location, close to Chang Puak Market, the Three Kings Monument, and Chang Puak Gate, approximately 4 kilometres from Chiang Mai International Airport. This single-bedroom guesthouse offers air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar, and room service, plus free parking and a terrace; guests can easily access nearby attractions and utilise the hostel's tour desk.
9.1 419 reviews
Chiang Mai
13/11 – 29/11
A$37/nighttotal: A$592 (16 )
T2b Hostel
1 3
hostel , Chiang Mai
T2b Hostel is conveniently located in the centre of Chiang Mai, just a short walk from Chiang Mai Gate and within easy reach of the city’s main attractions. The hostel is highly rated by guests, receiving excellent marks for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel offers a choice of rooms, each with a floor area of 28 square metres, and features a shared kitchen, a swimming pool, and a terrace. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities including air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a bar, as well as activities such as cycling and exploring the local area.
9.6 1307 reviews
Chiang Mai
29/12 – 02/01
A$118/nighttotal: A$472 (4 )
The Yard Hostel Chiang Mai
1 4
hostel , Chiang Mai
The Yard Hostel Chiang Mai enjoys a central location, a short walk from the Three Kings Monument and within easy reach of Chang Puak Market, Wat Phra Singh, and other key Chiang Mai landmarks. This single-bedroom guesthouse offers air conditioning, a shared kitchen, a bar, and a garden, providing a peaceful atmosphere with free Wi-Fi; bachelor/bachelorette parties are not catered for.
9.4 268 reviews
Chiang Mai
05/07 – 19/07
A$16/nighttotal: A$224 (14 )
Whoopers Hostel Chiang Mai
1 1
hostel , Chiang Mai
Hostel with an excellent rating of 94% based on 268 reviews. Your accommodation will be located in Chiang Mai. Facilities and services include a coffee place, a room service and free parking. This accommodation in Chiang Mai also has air conditioning!
9.2 55 reviews
Chiang Mai
01/08 – 31/08
A$15/nighttotal: A$450 (30 )
Jida Place
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
Hug Home Huaykaew, a guesthouse in Chiang Mai's Chang Phueak district, is conveniently located 2.6km from Wat Phra Singh and 2.1km from Chang Puak Market. This air-conditioned room offers a double bed, private bathroom, terrace, free Wi-Fi, and is within easy reach of Chiang Mai Airport (6km away).
8.3 290 reviews
Chiang Mai
11/08 – 14/08
A$94/nighttotal: A$282 (3 )
Mantra Place
4 7
hostel , Chiang Mai
Mantra Place, a family-friendly guesthouse in Chiang Mai, is situated 1.9km from Chiang Mai Airport and within walking distance of Chiang Mai Gate, Chedi Luang Temple, and Wat Phra Singh. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom property offers air conditioning, Wi-Fi, room service, parking, and a terrace; guests can also enjoy amenities such as a seating area, desk, flat-screen TV, and electric kettle in their rooms, some with balconies.
8.0 39 reviews
Chiang Mai
20/11 – 24/11
A$195/nighttotal: A$780 (4 )
Ma Peak Hotel
3 5
hostel , Chiang Mai
Ma Peak Hotel is a hostel situated in Chiang Mai, a 16-minute walk from the Night Bazaar and 2.6 kilometres from Tha Pae Gate. This accommodation offers air conditioning, free WiFi, on-site parking, a restaurant, and rooms with balconies, providing convenient access to historical sites.
9.7 523 reviews
Chiang Mai
21/09 – 25/09
A$26/nighttotal: A$104 (4 )
Angmo Hostel By Amaka
1 1
hostel , Chiang Mai
Angmo Hostel by Amaka is centrally located in a Chiang Mai residential area, within 1km of Wat Chedi Luang and the Sunday Walking Street Market. This guesthouse offers a plunge pool, high-speed Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, and key card access, ensuring a peaceful stay with easy access to numerous landmarks.
8.7 242 reviews
Chiang Mai
10/07 – 13/07
A$88/nighttotal: A$264 (3 )
Norn Nee Nor
1 4
hostel , Chiang Mai
Norn Nee Nor hostel in Chiang Mai is conveniently located approximately 2.1 kilometres from Chang Puak Market and within a 3.2 kilometre radius of significant landmarks such as Wat Phra Singh, Chang Puak Gate, and the Three Kings Monument. This single-bedroom guesthouse offers air conditioning, a private bathroom, free WiFi, a terrace, on-site parking, and a restaurant and bar; airport transfers are available at an additional cost.
Best Chiang Mai hostels with breakfast
Among the 624 accommodations in Chiang Mai, here are the 4 best hostels with breakfast
9.0 93 reviews
Chiang Mai
21/06 – 25/06
A$43/nighttotal: A$172 (4 )
Warm Casa Chiangmai
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
Warm Hostel Chiang Mai is located in the Chang Khlan district, just a short walk from the bustling Night Bazaar and the historic Tha Pae Gate. The hostel has consistently received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel features a shared kitchen, a lounge, and a sun terrace, perfect for meeting other travellers. Guests can enjoy air conditioning, satellite TV, private bathrooms, a sauna, a spa, a restaurant, room service, parking, and free Wi-Fi.
9.2 379 reviews
Chiang Mai
08/07 – 10/07
A$27/nighttotal: A$54 (2 )
To Bed Poshtel
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
To Bed Poshtel in Chiang Mai offers budget accommodation an 8-minute walk from Chiang Mai Gate, close to Central Plaza Chiang Mai Airport (1.9 km), Three Kings Monument (2.4 km), Chiang Mai Night Bazaar (2.9 km), and Chang Puak Gate (3.2 km). This single-bedroom guesthouse features air conditioning, a terrace, parking, free Wi-Fi, a continental breakfast, and a snack bar; shared bathroom facilities include showers and hair dryers.
9.5 2465 reviews
Chiang Mai
12/11 – 15/11
A$49/nighttotal: A$147 (3 )
Hostel Lullaby Non-smoking
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking is situated in Chiang Mai's Old Town, just 0.2 kilometres from Chedi Luang Temple, a historic Buddhist temple, and within a 0.6 kilometre radius of other key attractions. This hostel has consistently received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel features a communal area where guests can socialise, as well as air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. The hostel also offers a range of amenities, including a garden, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre, and free bike rentals, allowing guests to explore the city at their leisure.
8.5 395 reviews
Chiang Mai
13/09 – 18/09
A$53/nighttotal: A$265 (5 )
At Thaphae Hostel
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
At Thaphae Hostel offers family-friendly accommodation in Chiang Mai's Old City, conveniently located near Tha Phae Gate and within walking distance of Wat Phra Singh and Chedi Luang Temple. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom guesthouse provides air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and a terrace; breakfast options include buffet, à la carte, and continental choices, and Chiang Mai Airport is approximately 5km away.
Best Chiang Mai hostels with a locker
8.5 460 reviews
Chiang Mai
20/06 – 27/06
A$20/nighttotal: A$140 (7 )
W2 Hostel
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
W2 Hostel in Chiang Mai enjoys a central location, within 1.6km of Chedi Luang Temple and under 3.2km from Chiang Mai Gate and Chang Puak Gate. This single-bedroom guesthouse offers air conditioning, a shared lounge with free Wi-Fi, an on-site bar, a shared kitchen, and includes a continental breakfast; airport transfers are available at an extra cost.
8.3 515 reviews
Chiang Mai
26/07 – 31/07
A$99/nighttotal: A$495 (5 )
Wua Lai Boutique Hotel Chiang Mai
3 4
hostel , Chiang Mai
WUA LAI Boutique Hotel Chiang Mai is situated in the Old City, just 0.8 kilometres from the Saturday Walking Street and the Chiang Mai Gate. The hotel has received very good user ratings, with excellent scores for location and cleanliness. Each room in this guesthouse features air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast, use the on-site restaurant and bar, relax in the garden or on the terrace, and take advantage of the jacuzzi, room service, and free parking.
8.1 132 reviews
Chiang Mai
26/06 – 29/07
A$130/nighttotal: A$4290 (33 )
Siritatta Villa
3 5
hotel , Chiang Mai
Siritatta Villa, a family-friendly guesthouse in Chiang Mai, is situated approximately 3.2 kilometres from Chang Puak Market and within a 4.8 kilometre radius of key attractions including Chang Puak Gate, the Chiang Mai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Wat Phra Singh. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom villa offers air conditioning, a swimming pool, a terrace, parking, and is conveniently located for exploring Chiang Mai's key sights.
9.4 273 reviews
Chiang Mai
03/08 – 06/08
A$73/nighttotal: A$219 (3 )
Bloomin' Moon Hostel & Cafe, Chiang Mai Old Town
1 4
hostel , Chiang Mai
Bloomin' Moon Hostel & Cafe is conveniently located in Chiang Mai's Old City, less than 1km from Chedi Luang Temple and within 1.6km of Chiang Mai Gate, offering easy access to major historical sites. This guesthouse features a shared lounge, air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators, a garden, terrace, and free parking; WiFi is available throughout the property.
Frequently asked questions about hostels in Chiang Mai
What affordable attractions should backpackers visit in Chiang Mai?
Chiang Mai is full of budget-friendly attractions! You can visit the beautiful Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple for stunning views, explore the vibrant Warorot Market for local crafts and snacks, or wander through the charming Nimmanhaemin Road for trendy cafes and boutiques.
What nightlife options are popular among hostel guests in Chiang Mai?
For a fun night out, head to the lively Thapae Road area, where you'll find bars, clubs, and street food stalls. The Nimmanhaemin Road area also has a great selection of bars and restaurants, with a more relaxed vibe.
What are the best hostels with a pool in Chiang Mai?
What budget-friendly events or festivals are taking place in and around Chiang Mai?
Chiang Mai is known for its festivals! The Loy Krathong festival in November is a beautiful celebration with lanterns and floating candles. The Chiang Mai Flower Festival in February is a vibrant display of blooms and parades.
What are the best hostels with a jacuzzi in Chiang Mai?
What are the top social spots in Chiang Mai for hostel guests to meet other travelers?
The travellers' favourite spots to meet other backpackers are the bars and restaurants around Thapae Road, the Nimmanhaemin Road area, and the bustling night market on Wua Lai Road. You'll also find many social events at hostels themselves.
What are the best hostels for families and kids in Chiang Mai?
What’s the best budget-friendly way to reach Chiang Mai?
The cheapest way to get to Chiang Mai is by bus. You can catch a bus from Bangkok's Mo Chit bus station, which takes around 9-10 hours. There are also budget airlines that fly to Chiang Mai from other cities in Thailand.
What are the best pet friendly hostels in Chiang Mai?
What should you know before renting a hostel in Chiang Mai?
Before booking a hostel, check the location, amenities, and reviews. Many hostels in Chiang Mai offer social events and activities, so look for those if you're looking to meet other travellers. Also, consider the type of hostel you prefer, whether it's a party hostel or a more relaxed one.
What are the best hostels with parking in Chiang Mai?
What's the best time of the year to visit Chiang Mai?
The best time to visit Chiang Mai is during the cool and dry season, from November to February. The weather is pleasant, and it's the perfect time to explore the city and surrounding areas.
Where in Chiang Mai can you find the best areas to stay in a hostel?
The most popular areas for hostels are around Thapae Road, Nimmanhaemin Road, and the Old City. These areas are close to attractions, restaurants, and nightlife.
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Best Chiang Mai hostels with air conditioning
8.7 209 reviews
Chiang Mai
21/07 – 08/08
A$10/nighttotal: A$180 (18 )
Mahar Hostel Chiangmai
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
Mahar Hostel Chiang Mai is conveniently located near Chang Puak Gate and Chang Puak Market, a short 2.4 km drive from Chiang Mai International Airport and within walking distance of numerous historical sites. This guesthouse offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and a terrace; it sleeps two guests and is close to the Three Kings Monument, Wat Phra Singh, and Chedi Luang Temple.
9.0 510 reviews
Chiang Mai
08/07 – 10/07
A$31/nighttotal: A$62 (2 )
Ed Hostel Rachamakka
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
Ed Hostel Rachamakka in Chiang Mai enjoys a central location, less than 0.8 kilometres from Tha Phae Gate and under 1 kilometre from Chedi Luang Temple. This single-room guesthouse offers air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a shared bathroom, and an à la carte breakfast, accommodating one guest and featuring a shared lounge and terrace.
8.8 2176 reviews
Chiang Mai
12/09 – 29/09
A$19/nighttotal: A$323 (17 )
The Common Hostel
1 1
hostel , Chiang Mai
The Common Hostel is situated in Chiang Mai's Old Town, just a short walk from the historic temples of Wat Phra Singh and Wat Lok Moli, and a 15-minute walk from Suan Dok Gate, putting you in the heart of the city's cultural and historical district. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience. The hostel offers a choice of private rooms and dormitories, catering to all budgets. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a swimming pool, a garden, a restaurant and a bar, as well as a fitness centre, a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, and parking.
9.1 577 reviews
Chiang Mai
12/09 – 19/09
A$25/nighttotal: A$175 (7 )
Arku’s House
1 1
hostel , Chiang Mai
Arku's House, a family-friendly guesthouse in Chiang Mai's Old City, is conveniently located within walking distance of Tha Pae Gate and the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar. This one-bedroom lodging offers a shared kitchen with fridge and microwave, air conditioning, a terrace, garden, and room service, plus free Wi-Fi and shared bathroom facilities.
Best Chiang Mai hostels with laundry available
8.1 159 reviews
Chiang Mai
17/06 – 15/07
A$47/nighttotal: A$1316 (28 )
Pinghostel
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
Pinghostel is situated in Chiang Mai's old city, just 1.5 kilometres from the Three Kings Monument, making it easy to explore the historic centre. The hostel receives consistently high ratings for cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The hostel offers comfortable, air-conditioned rooms with 24 square metres of floor space, perfect for a solo traveller or a small group. Guests can enjoy a shared lounge and garden, free Wi-Fi, and bike rentals to explore the city at their own pace.
9.0 157 reviews
Chiang Mai
29/06 – 03/07
A$99/nighttotal: A$396 (4 )
Koenji Guest House & Bar Chiang Mai
1 4
hostel , Chiang Mai
Vestique Hostel is located in Chiang Mai, just 1.8 kilometres from the bustling Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and 2.2 kilometres from Tha Pae Gate, offering easy access to the city's vibrant attractions and local markets. The hostel has received excellent user ratings for cleanliness and location, with guests praising its convenient position and friendly atmosphere. The hostel features a shared lounge and terrace, perfect for socialising with fellow travellers. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities including a swimming pool, bar, free parking, and a kitchen equipped with a fridge and microwave.
8.5 906 reviews
Chiang Mai
15/10 – 17/10
A$42/nighttotal: A$84 (2 )
Stay Here Hostel
1 2
hostel , Chiang Mai
Non@chiang Mai is conveniently situated in the heart of Chiang Mai Old Town, just a short walk from Wat Phra Singh and the lively Sunday Walking Street. The hostel consistently receives excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall guest experience. The hostel offers a range of comfortable rooms and facilities, including a swimming pool, garden, and restaurant. Guests can enjoy complimentary coffee and tea, take advantage of the on-site laundry services, and easily book tours and activities through the hostel.
9.0 225 reviews
Chiang Mai
05/07 – 19/07
A$11/nighttotal: A$154 (14 )
Thunder Bird Hostel
1 1
hostel , Chiang Mai
Thunder Bird Hostel is located in Chiang Mai’s Old City, just under a kilometre from Tha Phae Gate and Wat Chiang Man, making it a great base for exploring the city's historic centre. It has been rated very good by previous guests. The hostel has a rooftop terrace offering panoramic views of Chiang Mai. Guests can enjoy a range of facilities including a restaurant, bar, coffee shop, swimming pool, and shared kitchen.