- No Elevator. Not really a problem for me since I'm a one-bag traveler, but it's something to keep in mind if you have a lot of luggage or mobility issues.

I've stayed in Chiang Mai for almost three weeks, jumping between various hotels and hostels. I've found that each place always had some problem with it (noise, bugs, mold, location, etc.). However, October Hostel is the only place I've stayed where I have zero complaints. I've stayed in both the private room and the hostel room, and I can say both are great, but I'll limit my review to just the private room: + Great Location. It's in Nimmanhaemin. (Enough said.) You are surrounded by good food/drinks/shopping all within walking distance, and a short Grab away from the old city and airport. + Quiet. In most places I've stayed, I could hear music from nearby bars and clubs playing late into the night. However, in this room, I couldn't hear any outside noise other than the occasional plane. + Clean. The room felt new, and everything looked clean. + Spacious. There's enough space that you can slide around on the hardwood floors in your socks. Not saying I did, but you could. (I did.) + Comfy Bed. + Good Price. The price is similar to the other hotels I've stayed in, but the room doesn't come with any of their problems.

Stayed in March 2025

1. some people had sex in the rooftop tent. Can be awkward for the shared common area. (well its the guest fault) 2. towel rack shall be numbered. I did not find my towel after daily cleanup.

cozy room. I love the hair dryer!!! Built in Toilet was nice! Very comfortable. I love the washing machine!！！thanks a lot!!

Stayed in February 2025

It would be nice to have someone on the front desk, but check in instructions are thorough and the hosts are responsive to messages.

The rooms were absolutely huge, more like a studio than a hotel room. The tv had Google Chromecast so we could watch Netflix. Very short walk to great cafes, bars and restaurants. Very friendly and effective service.

Stayed in February 2025

My flight arrived in Chiang Mai very late, but fortunately, this place offers self-check-in, which made everything incredibly convenient. Many accommodations require you to call the staff to wake them up for a late check-in, but here, the staff had already arranged my bed and sent me detailed check-in instructions in advance. The whole process was smooth and hassle-free. I stayed in the tent room this time, and it completely exceeded my expectations! The tent not only had air conditioning but also a real bed, creating a cozy and comfortable space. The tent door could be locked, providing both privacy and security. Overall, it was a fantastic stay!

Stayed in February 2025

I stayed there for 10 days - very big room, big bed, kind and helpful staff

Stayed in February 2025

Location was perfect. The room was massive and super clean. Additional laundry and cooking facilities in the roof terrace too. I’ll be coming back.

Stayed in February 2025

I stayed in one of the private rooms, I don't know what the hostel experience is like. Great room, excellent location within a cool, hip neighborhood, very walkable to everything. Great staff.

Stayed in January 2025

Location was excellent. I had the private room, which was great.

Stayed in December 2024

I would just suggest to put a curtain in the kitchen window since light enters in the morning and during the nigth

The place was GREAT quality price, the location couldn’t be better. And my biiiig thank you goes to the stuff, Xenia couldn’t have been better. Took care of us from the second one in an amazing way.

Stayed in January 2025

Cons: 1. Limited security with just a simple key lock. 2. The door is a bit worn, with peeling and small holes. 3. The bed is quite firm and faces a large mirror (which might be a taboo for some). 4. Plane noises due to poor soundproofing (anyhow all hotels in Nimman area are facing the same issue). 5. No lift, so carrying luggage to our 3F room was a challenge. 6. Contacted Line ID: Ming scanned from the banner outside hostel thinking it was customer support but the chat was unresponsive.

Pros: 1. Spacious room and bathroom. 2. Smart TV with Netflix. 3. A small kitchen equipped with a fridge and microwave. 4. Comfortable shower with strong hot water pressure. 5. There’s a small yard to hang clothes. 6. Found a Dyson hairdryer (unsure if it’s genuine tho). 7. Excellent location, everything you need is just steps away. 8. Easy to call e-hailing rides.

Stayed in December 2024

Large comfortable room.

Stayed in December 2024

The rooftop hangout, the owner, and the vibe he creates among the people staying there. A very real and at home feeling

Stayed in October 2024

Kind and friendly owner, clean and neat room and welcome tea service (the teabags were in the table). I felt so much hospitality at this hostel!!!!

Stayed in November 2024

I loved everything about this place. From the dorm rooms to the private rooms everything is great here.

The owners are the coolest people you may ever meet!

Stayed in September 2024

Everything! Location, Hostel, Staff, everything was really awesome, such an amazing price rooftop was a bonus! Yummy coffee shop, staff go above and beyond and I was able to share food with them for the moonfest. I came back here to stay again because I was so impressed the first time! Thanks heaps guys

Stayed in September 2024

Great location in the Nimman area. Helpful host. More than expected in terms of the price.

Stayed in August 2024

This is self check-in hostel in the long term stay apartment building. It was great I could check in anytime I like, even very late night. There was no front desk so you need to make a booking online. I saw someone who walked around the place for walk-in so I advised them to make a reservation first.

Stayed in June 2024

Awesome people and connections made here!

Stayed in January 2024

Great Location in nimman area, walking distance to super market like Macro, good restaurants, cafes. I stayed in the dorm also equipped with refrigerator and microwave inside.

Stayed in December 2023

Super Spacious Fast internet

Stayed in January 2024

Huge rooms in a great location! Staff were friendly and helpful.

Stayed in January 2024

I loved everything about this hostel. The private room was the best of my 2 months in Thailand. The location is phenomenal and absolutely go up to the rooftop and watch sunrise, sunset or both. Absolutely gorgeous.

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing I didn't like.

Very kind and such a great host! The location is very good, clean room, has shower gel, shampoo, hair dryer, microwave, fridge, kitchen sink, shelf, wardrobe, a table and 2 chairs all in the room. The hostel provides laundry machine for use at no cost (detergent and fabric softener provided), and a big area to hang and dry your clothes.

Stayed in October 2023

Lovely big room with kitchenette, spacious bathroom with all the amenities you'd need. Even free laundry service upstairs on the top floor. Really great area, lots to do without going into Chiang Mai centre. Felt very safe.

Stayed in November 2023