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In a prime location in the center of Chiang Mai, Green Sleep Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

My single room was on the 4th floor. The men’s bathroom is on the 3rd floor. The distance was no problem. The bathroom was cleaned daily. MON at the front desk was my favorite receptionist because she did more than just greet you, she carried on a conversation which made me feel welcome. I felt 10 times safer in Thailand than at home. The air conditioning in my room was good. The breakfast was unlimited watermelon, banana and bread with jam. Because I eat only two meals a day, I would eat another small breakfast of two eggs, sausage and fruit at a restaurant only a block away and the meals were never more than $3 US dollars. For supper I went to a restaurant only one block away that had the best price and selection around which was identified by a food critic staying in the hostel. The price of the stay in the Green Sleep hostel was 1/3 the cost of my hostel in Phuket and 1/4 the cost of my hostel in Bangkok. For transportation, I used the red songtowls found only a block away and Grab which would pick you up at the front door of the hostel. Both are unbelievably cheap and convenient. The Sunday night market, a must to visit in Chiang Mai was one block away. I found a free Buddhist class being held at a temple only one block away that was extremely educational. I found booking my day tours through the hostel to be cheaper and a lot easier than doing it online. To meet anyone in the hostel and get a conversation going, all you have to do is ask them where they are from or what country is on their “bucket list” for next year. I found the Green Sleep hostel is as sociable as you want it to be.
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9.0
Wonderful
1,729 reviews
Price from
$17.32
1 night, 2 adults

Ideally set in the center of Chiang Mai, Pakping Hostel has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

They help a lot with the tours, where to eat, nice cafes.
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
1,080 reviews
Price from
$23.43
1 night, 2 adults

Conveniently located in Chiang Mai, About A Bed Hostel Chiangmai provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

The hostel was clean. Was sleeping cubicles were comfortable with privacy curtains. The AC was great and guest could control the temperature. On first entering the room there was a stale smell. Well, this was a female room. I attributed it to a dirty AC filter. After several days, I got used to the smell. That’s more comfortable, and the staff were great. There is a small kitchen with a fridge for storing food. Not a party hostel. Friendly.
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
559 reviews
Price from
$24.26
1 night, 2 adults

The Sila Boutique Bed & Breakfast is located opposite from Wat Phra Singh Temple. It offers modern air-conditioned rooms with a balcony and free Wi-Fi.

The location is perfect, the staff is really nice and the hotel is clean and practical. I would recommend it for sure !
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
529 reviews
Price from
$43.96
1 night, 2 adults

Ideally located in the center of Chiang Mai, Hostel One Art and Gallery has free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

The property was beautiful and very well Kept. Staff is very friendly and gave us great food recommendations.
Review score
9.2
Wonderful
709 reviews
Price from
$27.56
1 night, 2 adults

The Cabin Backpackers Hostel & Bar features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Chiang Mai.

The staff are really nice and welcoming and the property has many places that you can meet other people
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
413 reviews
Price from
$21.98
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Chiang Mai and with Chiang Mai Gate reachable within a 5-minute walk, @Home Hostel Wua Lai has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

Good location Comfy room Friendly staff
Review score
9.2
Wonderful
317 reviews
Price from
$17
1 night, 2 adults

Siriwan Hostel is conveniently set in the center of Chiang Mai, and provides a garden, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to Wat Phra Singh, Chedi Luang Temple and Tha Pae Gate.

Lovely place, no seriously it was so beautiful. The staff are so friendly and so helpful. Everything is near the hostel. Even the bike shop or a nice breakfast place. I wish I would have stayed longer but I’ve stayed only one night.
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
103 reviews
Price from
$22.71
1 night, 2 adults

In a prime location in the center of Chiang Mai, Baan Lung Poshtel provides free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

The location was perfect for touring old city. It was super quiet and tucked back from the busy roads. The staff were very nice! Amazing value!
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
444 reviews
Price from
$22.56
1 night, 2 adults

Attractively located in the Chang Phueak district of Chiang Mai, Tangmo House is located a 19-minute walk from Chang Puak Market, 1.6 miles from Three Kings Monument and 1.6 miles from Wat Phra Singh....

I loved how homey the place felt, like it was lovingly tended like a garden. The plants and decor in the common room made it especially inviting to sit, work, chill, and make fun plans with others. I will be staying again next time I'm in town!
Review score
9.4
Wonderful
265 reviews
Price from
$17.58
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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  • Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 709 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of Chiang Mai, Hostel One Art and Gallery has free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 103 reviews

    Siriwan Hostel is conveniently set in the center of Chiang Mai, and provides a garden, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to Wat Phra Singh, Chedi Luang Temple and Tha Pae Gate.

    Guest review
    Great hostel in Chiang Mai. Friendly staff, comfy rooms, very nice garden and area outside. Will come again!
  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 529 reviews

    The Sila Boutique Bed & Breakfast is located opposite from Wat Phra Singh Temple. It offers modern air-conditioned rooms with a balcony and free Wi-Fi.

  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 13 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, a 10-minute walk from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Baannaisoi2 Mini Hotel provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Very clean. Incredibly warm, and helpful owner. She will help you with anything. Quiet at night. Very spacious room, more like a big studio apartment.
  • Review score
    9.4
    Wonderful · 39 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, a 10-minute walk from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Baan Nai Soi Mini Hotel provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Cute hotel with warmth and character. The hostess made sure that we were comfortable & that there was always fresh fruit in the shared kitchen. Gorgeous parquet flooring & comfortable beds.
  • Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 1,110 reviews

    Well located in Chiang Mai, Premier Hostel Chiang Mai provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 209 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, 1.4 miles from Chang Puak Market, October Hostel ChiangMai has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 133 reviews

    Well located in the center of Chiang Mai, Stay North Gate Bed and Breakfast provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

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  • Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    Located within a 5-minute walk of Three Kings Monument and 700 yards of Tha Pae Gate, G Lighthouse provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Chiang Mai.

  • Review score
    9.9
    Exceptional · 18 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, within 1.8 miles of Wat Phra Singh and 2.2 miles of Three Kings Monument, Home Story Hostel Chiang Mai has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free...

    Guest review
    Privacy, good location. Feel like home. You got the whole house.
  • Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 22 reviews

    Located within a 8-minute walk of Chang Puak Market and half a mile of Chang Puak Gate, The Afterlife Poshtel & Art Space has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Chiang Mai.

    Guest review
    Had a lovely stay. The staff was so nice and I loved the concepts. The restaurant downstairs was also very tasty.
  • Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 112 reviews

    Ideally set in the center of Chiang Mai, WERUN NIMBLY CHIANG MAI has free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Guest review
    Great location, spotless facilities and comfortable accommodation.
  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 26 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, 1.9 miles from Central Plaza Chiang Mai Airport, Eachother Hostel has air-conditioned accommodations and a terrace.

    Guest review
    Amazing hostel and friendly owners!! Very accommodating! Breakfast was delicious! Stay here if you’re in Chiang Mai!
  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 50 reviews

    Well located in Chiang Mai, 168 Chiangmai Guesthouse provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Location is good. The whole street has many guesthouses and coffee shops. The owner Ms. Wan is very very nice. She will always help you for short trip travel information and everything.
  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 36 reviews

    Redpanda Hostel & Cafe has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Chiang Mai.

    Guest review
    Friendly staffs, nice breakfast and cleanliness of the room.
  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 1,080 reviews

    Ideally set in the center of Chiang Mai, Pakping Hostel has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 444 reviews

    In a prime location in the center of Chiang Mai, Baan Lung Poshtel provides free WiFi throughout the property, a shared lounge and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 3 reviews

    Ideally located in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, The New Normal House is located a 4-minute walk from Chang Puak Market, 600 yards from Chang Puak Gate and a 14-minute walk from Three Kings...

  • Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 564 reviews

    Located conveniently in the center of Chiang Mai, Hidden Garden Hostel has free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 133 reviews

    Well situated in the Si Phum district of Chiang Mai, MIEL BED Hostel & Gallery is located a 7-minute walk from Three Kings Monument, 0.4 miles from Chedi Luang Temple and a 16-minute walk from Chiang...

    Guest review
    Great location, spotless accommodation, good sized room in excellent location. Very helpful friendly staff and the woman next door, in the tour sales office is amazingly helpful! Great budget friendly accommodation.
  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 37 reviews

    Attractively set in the Chang Phueak district of Chiang Mai, Hug Home Huaykaew is located 1.3 miles from Three Kings Monument, 1.6 miles from Chedi Luang Temple and 1.8 miles from Tha Pae Gate.

    Guest review
    This is a very basic room above a bar. We were on third floor and the bar wasn’t loud enough to keep us up. The bed was soft and very comfortable. The host was super friendly and helpful. We would stay again.
  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 272 reviews

    Located conveniently in Chiang Mai, Ed Hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

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    9.1
    Wonderful · 138 reviews

    Attractively located in Chiang Mai, Baingern Living Place has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 559 reviews

    Conveniently located in Chiang Mai, About A Bed Hostel Chiangmai provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 130 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, a 3-minute walk from Three Kings Monument, The Yard Hostel Chiang Mai has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 971 reviews

    Well set in the center of Chiang Mai, Thapae Gate Lodge provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

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    9.1
    Wonderful · 500 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, Stamps Backpackers offers dormitory rooms with a semi-private sleeping loft. Free WiFi is available on site. Guests can socialize and meet new people at the common area.

  • Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 139 reviews

    Pran@Kumuang Boutique House has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Chiang Mai. Popular points of interest nearby include Chiang Mai Gate, Chang Puak Gate and Tha Pae Gate.

  • Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 361 reviews

    Attractively set in the Phra Sing district of Chiang Mai, Hooman Hostel is located a 7-minute walk from Three Kings Monument, 0.4 miles from Chedi Luang Temple and a 16-minute walk from Chiang Mai...

  • Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 1,729 reviews

    In a prime location in the center of Chiang Mai, Green Sleep Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 76 reviews

    Well situated in the center of Chiang Mai, Non@Chiang Mai provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Amazing location the owner was very accommodating.
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    9.0
    Wonderful · 14 reviews

    Rimnim Hostel features air-conditioned rooms with cable flat-screen TV in the Nimmanhaemin district of Chiang Mai.

  • Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 136 reviews

    Well located in the center of Chiang Mai, The White House Rachamankha เดอะ ไวท์เฮ้าส์ ราชมรรคา provides free WiFi throughout the property, an outdoor swimming pool and free private parking for guests...

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    8.9
    Excellent · 331 reviews

    Well set in Chiang Mai, Khunluang Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

  • Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 344 reviews

    In a prime location in Chiang Mai, Chiangmai First House & Tour provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

  • Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 381 reviews

    Attractively located in Chiang Mai, Potae's House has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a tour desk.

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    8.8
    Excellent · 194 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, within a 3-minute walk of Chiang Mai Gate and 0.6 miles of Chedi Luang Temple, SherVa101 Home and Hostel provides accommodations with a garden as well as free private parking...

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    Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 111 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai, 1.5 miles from Chang Puak Market, F Plus F Hostel has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking and a shared lounge.

  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 554 reviews

    Ideally set in Chiang Mai, Sleep Walker Poshtel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

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    Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 236 reviews

    Ideally set in Chiang Mai, Bed in Town has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space.

  • Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 841 reviews

    Located in a convenient area of Chiang Mai Old City, Sherloft Home & Hostel offers accommodations set within a walking distance to several famous areas, restaurants and message parlors.

  • Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 895 reviews

    Located in Chiang Mai and with Chang Puak Market reachable within a 3-minute walk, Monkey Toe Guesthouse provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and...

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    Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 253 reviews

    Mantra Place is offering accommodations in Chiang Mai. Featuring a terrace, the 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

  • Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 33 reviews

    Chiangmai by DD&B hostel is in a prime location in the center of Chiang Mai, and provides a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    Guest review
    Very nice place, loved the café in the lobby as well. Will definitely come back

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  • Avg. price/night: $26.67
    Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 523 reviews
    Great location. Very friendly and helpful staff. Pool is mostly in the shade, which is great as the sun is fierce. The double/twin rooms are to a high standard for a simple hotel. The bunk bed room is tight and a more budget version. Friendly cafe next door. Once it’s closed you can buy drinks from the hotel reception. Hotel will lock away your valuables. Very honest, my son left his shoes in the reception area and they were still there the next day. We extended our stay.
    Guest review by
    William
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $79.12
    Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 921 reviews
    it is cheap has a good pool; and a proper purificationsystem cute deco around the pool staffs were friendly! clean room i saw no insects inside the room good location nearby breakfast restaurants and bars serves great food. in one or two block there are many hostels for travellers so it looks safe in nighttime
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    SOO JUNG
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $23.19
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 1,729 reviews
    The staff and the Hostel. Warm and welcoming, clean and modern. I kept extending my stay and stayed for almost two weeks. The ladies that work there and the owner are super helpful and friendly and ready to help with anything. Free filter water and coffee and tea, they have a fridge and microwave you can use and you can do your laundry and use the tumbledryer for cheap. Great mobile coffee van right around the corner. Sunday night street market right behind them. Safe to walk around at night.
    Guest review by
    Andrea
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 1,080 reviews
    Great location, small social yet quiet no party hostel, met lovely people here. Very good value for money, good aircon, clean, clean bathroom and bedding, very pleasant atmosphere and common area to relax, study, read, work..very helpful and kind hosts. There is a small spa just at the corner run by a sweet lady who also does laundry at a very good price, very convenient. Felt very safe here and slept really well in the female dorm. Locker keys and fresh towel are provided at 300 Baht deposit. I’ll be back.
    Guest review by
    Nora
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 1,080 reviews
    best hostel we’ve ever stayed in!! so clean, tidy, lovely staff and great facilities. complimentary tea, coffee and snacks and free breakfast☺️can’t recommend enough, thanks so much! Great location nearby everything.
    Guest review by
    madeleine
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $47.03
    Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 1,167 reviews
    Great location. Bed is comfortable, and if not comfortable, you can ask for different mattress or pillow. Clean bathroom. Large hostel so very social. You can meet a lot of new people from here. Cafe just next to the hostel But I liked the very cheap local breakfast just downstairs of the hostel.
    Guest review by
    Jessica
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    7.2
    Good · 900 reviews
    Amazingly cheap hostel. Great for budget travels, get what you pay for. Very social with a ping pong table and indoor/outdoor seating. Great location. Moped rental available.
    Guest review by
    Ben
    Young couple
  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 500 reviews
    Easily best hostel I’ve stayed in 2 months of travel. The rooms were very private and a great atmosphere compared to the typical bunk beds. Close enough to the city. Quiet when you wanted some quiet in your room and the daily events were great for mingling without being over the top or party centric. Couldn’t of have had a better time meeting new people and finding travellers to do daily things with.
    Guest review by
    Nilay
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $27.55
    Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 1,110 reviews
    great location super nice staffs cheap price compare to its facilities i will definitely come back here best hostel ever stayed.
    Guest review by
    katie gogo
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $22.12
    Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 739 reviews
    I stayed in this place for 10 days! It's really good that comes with private bathroom and room service was provided as well. The price is really good even cheaper than the bunk bed hostel. I travel solo, I can say it's really safe for you to stay here as a female traveler. And the room felt so new and nice AC. Sometimes when raining, you don't even have to turned it on because it is so cold already!
    Guest review by
    Cindy hayashi
    Solo traveler

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