Hostels in Chiang Rai
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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 well as free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting a sun terrace, this property is located a short distance from Wat Pra Sing and Statue of King Mengrai. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.
Australia
Room was spacious, kitchen always had coffee and fruit, placed snacks in room, staff very friendly, pool table in common area, common area conducive to starting conversations and meeting people
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 terrace. The property is set 3.7 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai, 13 km from Wat Rong Khun - The White Temple and 19 km from Mae Fah Luang University. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.
Ireland
Apple was an amazing host, she was really helpful and taking care of house. I highly recommend stay in this small hostel
Chean-Chean House
Chiang Rai
Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with slippers, rooms at the hostel also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony.
Uruguay
Very cozy, comfortable and calm surroundings. The host is incredible :) She is really nice, willing to help and gave key information about Chiang Rai. 10 minutes from the city center by motorbike
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 property and a terrace. The property is located 3.7 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai, 13 km from Wat Rong Khun - The White Temple and 19 km from Mae Fah Luang University. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests.
Japan
everything was nice but especially the owner and family. They were very kind and warm, and helped us to connect other guest, which was the most valuable part of our trip. Thank you very much!
Stay In Chiangrai
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street is 1.8 km from the hostel, while Wat Pra Sing is 1.6 km away. The nearest airport is Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport, 9 km from Stay In Chiangrai.
India
It was in a very good location - quiet, but close to Seven-Eleven, bus terminal, restaurants, hospital - everything was walkable. Extremely clean, with comfortable beds and all other facilities. More importantly, the person running this place - Matt was very polite and friendly. He also arranged for an early breakfast as I had to leave early.
Grace hostel - Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai
Located in Chiang Rai, within 2 km of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 2.1 km of Wat Pra Sing, Grace hostel - Chiang Rai provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property is set 2.5 km from Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, 3.4 km from Statue of King Mengrai and 4.4 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a city view.
Italy
Really lovely and helpful staff. They had free bicycles for rent.
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. Among the facilities at this property are a tour desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with a city view.
Argentina
The hostel has good facilities and clean. The spaces are comfortable and it is in a good location.
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 lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is around 3.5 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai, 13 km from Wat Rong Khun - The White Temple and 18 km from Mae Fah Luang University. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.
Thailand
All perfect, the girl took us to the local town fair
Tongsiam
Chiang Rai
Tongsiam is located in Chiang Rai, within 1.3 km of Statue of King Mengrai and 3.8 km of Central Plaza ChiangRai. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.
Every room comes with air conditioning, and certain units at the hostel have a balcony. At Tongsiam all rooms have bed linen and towels.
France
The emplacement is very good, the staff was very nice and helpful. You’ve got a book with all the things to do around at the reception to plan your journey there 😊 and I love the decoration of the place also ! The rooftop is really nice place to chill
BED Friends Poshtel
Chiang Rai
All rooms at the hostel are fitted with a seating area. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, and some units at BED Friends Poshtel have a terrace. At the accommodation rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.
Malaysia
everything is good....gud job guys.. you all are marveles....kipidap
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Mercy Hostel
Chiang RaiBudget options available9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 223 reviewsSituated 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...
Very comfortable and clean. Great women’s facilities - shower/toilets. Staff were nice
Baan Mai Kradan Hostel Chiang Rai
Chiang RaiBudget options available9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 913 reviewsSituated 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.
Beautiful hostel, nice decoration and kind people working there
Bann Tawan Hostel & Spa
Chiang RaiBudget options available8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 781 reviewsSituated in Chiang Rai and within 100 metres of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Bann Tawan Hostel & Spa has free bikes, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.
Very clean. Lovely informative staff. Very convenient
Little One
Chiang RaiBudget options available8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 76 reviewsLocated in Chiang Rai, 200 metres from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Little One provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.
Le personnel en ligne était incroyable ! Chambre au top.
Sook Jai Guest House
Chiang RaiBudget options available7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 265 reviewsSet in Chiang Rai, Sook Jai Guest House has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.
beautiful place perfect to chill,I loved the music
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Chean-Chean House
Chiang RaiCentral location9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 113 reviewsLocated in Chiang Rai, less than 1 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai, Chean-Chean House provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
it was clean, near the mall and you have all what you need
Busket Hostel
Chiang RaiCentral location9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 394 reviewsSituated 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...
Very friendly staff, location is excellent, very clean and bed comfortable :)
Stay In Chiangrai
Chiang RaiCentral location9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 583 reviewsLocated 1.2 km from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Stay In Chiangrai provides rooms with air conditioning in Chiang Rai.
- lovely and helpful staff - clean, cozy and good interior
Backpack Hostel
Chiang RaiCentral location9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 363 reviewsSituated 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 terrace...
The owner and staff was soooo sweet, it really felt like home <3
Jidjai hostel
Chiang RaiCentral location8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 14 reviewsJidjai hostel is situated in Chiang Rai, within 2.2 km of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street and 1.1 km of Central Plaza ChiangRai.
Die Besitzer sind so so nett und sehr hilfsbereit Betten bequem
Tongsiam
Chiang RaiCentral location8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 167 reviewsTongsiam is located in Chiang Rai, within 1.3 km of Statue of King Mengrai and 3.8 km of Central Plaza ChiangRai.
It was a nice place. Even the dorm is really small.
BED Friends Poshtel
Chiang RaiCentral location8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 531 reviewsBED Friends Poshtel is situated in Chiang Rai, 1.6 km from Statue of King Mengrai and 2.9 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai.
Excellent location! The room and bathroom were clean.
Bed & Bike Hostel
Chiang RaiCentral location8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 140 reviewsSituated in Chiang Rai, 200 metres from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Bed & Bike Hostel features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.
Hostel sympathique, bien situé, personnel agréable
Your Home
Chiang RaiCentral location8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 90 reviewsLocated 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...
Fantástica la mujer del Your Home, recomiendo el lugar
Bedcabin
Chiang RaiCentral location8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 2 reviewsSet in Chiang Rai and with Mae Fah Luang University reachable within 3.6 km, Bedcabin offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.
Spinomad hostel
Chiang RaiCentral location8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 151 reviewsSituated 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.
Clean rooms and bathrooms. Great common area. Great location
Connect Hostel
Chiang RaiCentral location8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 716 reviewsSituated in Chiang Rai, 1.1 km from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Connect Hostel features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Super friendly and helpful staff plus great communication
Huen Chan Thip
Chiang RaiCentral location8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 664 reviewsOffering an outdoor pool, Huen Chan Thip is located in Chiang Rai. Free WiFi access is available throughout.
Lady at reception was great. Breakfast was awesome.
Suree House
Chiang RaiCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 86 reviewsSituated in Chiang Rai, within 300 metres of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 500 metres of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Suree House features accommodation with a shared lounge and a bar, and...
very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful!
Garden House INChiangrai
Chiang RaiCentral location7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 112 reviewsSituated in Chiang Rai, 700 metres from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Garden House INChiangrai features accommodation 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
Chiang RaiCentral location7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 32 reviewsThe Target Residence is 1.7 km 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
Chiang RaiCentral location7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 662 reviewsFeaturing free WiFi and a shared lounge, TT Hostel Chiangrai offers accommodation in Chiang Rai, less than 1 km from Clock Tower Chiang Rai and a 12-minute walk from Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking...
Free basic breakfast Cheep Private room Location Kind staff
YOYO HOUSE
Chiang RaiCentral location4.0Scored 4.0DisappointingRated disappointing· 1 reviewSituated in Chiang Rai, YOYO HOUSE features a garden and shared lounge. The hostel has family rooms. At the hostel, all rooms are fitted with a desk.
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Hostels that guests love in Chiang Rai
- Avg. price/night: £7.578.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 817 reviewsGreat for a cheap budget stop over, basic room but it was fine. The owner is lovely and it's not too far from the bust station.
Grahame 😊Solo traveller - Avg. price/night: £14.059.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 394 reviewsBest hostel I’ve ever stayed in. Very comfortable and clean and staff were always lovely and helpful
KarishmaSolo traveller - 8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 170 reviewsVery 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.MartaSolo traveller
- Avg. price/night: £8.278.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 327 reviewsWalked 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.
andrewSolo traveller - Avg. price/night: £8.687.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 114 reviewsBest 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.
ArmendSolo traveller - Avg. price/night: £14.059.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 394 reviewsThe 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
ChloeSolo traveller - Avg. price/night: £14.059.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 394 reviewsgreat location next to the bus terminal. safety is in place as door access card is required to enter the hostel.
JennyFamily with young children - Avg. price/night: £14.059.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 394 reviewsAmazing little hostel so clean comfy and safe, great location near bus station so easy to get anywhere and the staff were fantastic!ZoëSolo traveller
- Avg. price/night: £7.577.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 265 reviewsGreat 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.
TomSolo traveller - Avg. price/night: £8.417.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 662 reviewsgreat 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 :)BeckyPeople with friends
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