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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
Merve
From
Turkey
This is a lovely place to stay. Free coffee, tea and hot water any time during the day. I enjoyed every single moment here except the check-in time duration. The lady from front desk she wasn't polite to the people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews
Price from
US$30
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...

B
Bronagh
From
Ireland
Best staff ever! So friendly. Such a professional hostel. Loved the kitchen to make your own breakfast. The rooms were so clean. Loved the small pool chill area. The bathrooms were huge it was great !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 495 reviews
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US$34.58
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...

T
Trang
From
New Zealand
All the staff were so helpful, friendly and gave us useful information for visiting attractions around Chiang Rai. The hostel was spotless, bathrooms are outside and convenient at every floor, free coffee and good quality Thai loose leaf tea 💯 Special thanks to Apple for always smiling and making sure we had everything we needed. Hope to come back there soon, take care team <3
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews
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US$16.91
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.

V
Vivien
From
Singapore
Lovely, clean and has everything you need but the best thing is really the kindness of the hosts. So much attention to make you feel welcome.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
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US$25.06
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...

R
Rajiv
From
India
Amazing Hostel.... cozy, clean, easy check in & check out ... breakfast. Lovely host family, felt like home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
US$19.42
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...

C
Charlize
From
Switzerland
amazing location, Fon the owner (I think) is very friendly and helpful and always accessible via whatsapp, the dorms were spacious and clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 653 reviews
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US$18.79
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.

Ł
Łukasz
From
Poland
It was very clean. Great friendly service always helpful :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews
Price from
US$17.54
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.

E
Eliesha
From
United Kingdom
Best hostel stay in a long time! Super comfortable beds, clean accommodation and good showers. Breakfast is included in price and fruit, tea and coffee were available all day for free. Really social place with friendly staff and different activities every night, we had nice outdoor cinema and games night, super fun! Would 100% stay again :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews
Price from
US$15.66
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 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Price from
US$14.47
1 night, 2 adults
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Bed & Bike Hostel

Chiang Rai

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

G
Gupta
From
India
The lady at the reception was cheerful and made us feel welcome. We were in Chiang Rai for only 1 day, and regret not staying longer. Everything was clean and well maintained. You're free to use the kitchen and everything is included in the room rent. One of the most beautiful hostels we have stayed in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews
Price from
US$17.56
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, 81 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 653 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 838 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 977 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 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 898 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 495 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Chiang Rai

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 789 reviews

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

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

    From US$53.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 789 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$11.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 81 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$12.53 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$17.23 per night

  • OD Hostel

    Chiang Rai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 48 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$17.54 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$22.52 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 898 reviews

    Situated in Chiang Rai and within 100 metres of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Bann Tawan Hostel Chiang Rai has free bikes, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$33.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 977 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$33.83 per night

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Chiang Rai and nearby

  • Huen Chan Thip

    Chiang Rai
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 838 reviews

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

    From US$31.32 per night

  • Sofia Hostel

    Chiang Rai
    No credit card needed

    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.

  • The Target Residence

    Chiang Rai
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

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

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$21.93 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$40.72
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 653 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$40.72
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 653 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$40.72
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 653 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$10.96
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 401 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$11.56
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 789 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