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Discover well-known properties in Chiang Mai, Thailand that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 4,895 hotels in Chiang Mai, Thailand and price data was last updated on 21 January 2026. The average price for a hotel in Chiang Mai, Thailand is $25/night.
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Suneta Hostel Chiangmai
Suneta Hostel Chiangmai

Suneta Hostel Chiangmai

20-20/1 Chang Moi Kao Rd, Tambon Chang Moi, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Hostel with a restaurant, 6-minute walk to Tha Phae Gate A restaurant, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk. Housekeeping is available on request. Suneta Hostel Chiang Mai offers 4 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Chiang Mai hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
1185 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
$37
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Thunder Bird Hostel
Thunder Bird Hostel

Thunder Bird Hostel

181 Moon Muang Road Soi 6, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, 6-minute walk to Tha Phae Gate A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a rooftop terrace are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area. Thunder Bird Hostel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. This Chiang Mai hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.9
Excellent
152 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
$40
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Alexa Nimman
Alexa Nimman

Alexa Nimman

2/8 Soi 3 Nimmanhaemin Rd, Suthep, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Hostel with free parking, steps from Nimman Road This smoke-free hostel features concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite. ALEXA Nimman - Hostel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
688 reviews
Location
2.6 km from city centre
$39
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Dewyhouse
Dewyhouse

Dewyhouse

19/2 Charoensuk Rd., Changpuak, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Hotel with free parking, near Tha Phae Gate Free self parking and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free hotel. DewyHouse offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Chiang Mai hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
90 reviews
Location
1.8 km from city centre
$48
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Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking
Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking

Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking

24 Soi 7 Prapokklao Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Adults-only hostel in Chiang Mai with free breakfast A snack bar/deli, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden. Bathrooms are shared. Hostel Lullaby - Adults Only offers 33 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and shared/communal kitchens. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.0
Excellent
678 reviews
Location
0.3 km from city centre
$62
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TCH Guest House & Hostel
TCH Guest House & Hostel

TCH Guest House & Hostel

101 Prapoklao Road, Prasingha Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, 9-minute walk to Tha Phae Gate Along with a restaurant, this hotel has a snack bar/deli and a rooftop terrace. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a communal living room are onsite. ASAYA House offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and minibars. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
241 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
$49
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The Park Society
The Park Society

The Park Society

105 Kampangdin Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Hostel with a bar, 4-minute walk to Chiang Mai Night Bazaar This smoke-free hostel features a bar/lounge, a refrigerator in a common area, and express check-in. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite. Limited housekeeping is available. The Park Society - Hostel offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
8.0
Excellent
444 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
$37
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Slumber Party Chiang Mai
Slumber Party Chiang Mai

Slumber Party Chiang Mai

3 Ratchamanka 3 Alley, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Adults-only hostel with a coffee shop and a restaurant This hostel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance. Slumber Party Chiang Mai offers 15 shared accommodations with air conditioning. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
7.9
Good
309 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
$62
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Ma Peak Hotel
Ma Peak Hotel

Ma Peak Hotel

166/36 Chang Klan Road, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Set in Chiang Mai, 1.3 km from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, MA PEAK hotel offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.5 km from Tha Pae Gate. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. All rooms have a private bathroom and slippers, and some units at the hostel have a balcony. Guests at MA PEAK hotel can enjoy an à la carte or an Asian breakfast. Chiang Mai Gate is 1.7 km from the accommodation, while Chedi Luang Temple is 2.8 km from the property. Chiang Mai International Airport is 4 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.8
Good
142 reviews
Location
1.8 km from city centre
$51
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Sherloft Home & Hostel
Sherloft Home & Hostel

Sherloft Home & Hostel

7 Ratchamakka Soi 7, Phra Sing District, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Hostel with free breakfast, 6-minute walk to Wat Phra Singh This hostel features a restaurant, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities. Sherloft Home & Hostel offers 12 shared accommodations with air conditioning, safes, and slippers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations have kitchens with separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
1430 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
$53
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Travel insights for hostels in Chiang Mai

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Chiang Mai including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Chiang Mai?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Chiang Mai is September ($15). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Chiang Mai is December ($40).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Chiang Mai?

The cheapest day to stay in Chiang Mai is Tuesday ($19). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $31.

How much is a hostel in Chiang Mai tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Chiang Mai tonight starting as low as $10, rising to an average cost of $58, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $32 for a 4-star hostel in Chiang Mai for tonight.

How much is a Chiang Mai hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Chiang Mai this weekend for as little as $13/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $13/night. For a 4-star hostel in Chiang Mai, the cheapest rate recently found was $33/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Chiang Mai?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 47 days before your trip to Chiang Mai. The lowest price found when booking 47 days ahead was $15 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Discover affordable stays in Chiang Mai, Thailand that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Chiang Mai, Thailand can be found for as low as $15 per night. There is currently one property in Chiang Mai, Thailand that can be booked for this price. Trekker Camp is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Price data was last updated on 21 January 2026
At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Chiang Mai. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
Trekker Camp
Trekker Camp

Trekker Camp

20 Paprow, Padad, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$15
Avg. per night
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Le Light House & Hostel
Le Light House & Hostel

Le Light House & Hostel

37/1 Bumrung Buri Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
$15
Avg. per night
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Chiang Mai Panda Hostel
Chiang Mai Panda Hostel

Chiang Mai Panda Hostel

98 Samlarn Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$15
Avg. per night
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Chiang Mai Happy House Hostel
Chiang Mai Happy House Hostel

Chiang Mai Happy House Hostel

78/4 Wualai Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$16
Avg. per night
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84 Gallery
84 Gallery

84 Gallery

120 Nantharam Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$19
Avg. per night
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Hobnob Hostel
Hobnob Hostel

Hobnob Hostel

58 Intawarorot Road Sriphum, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$21
Avg. per night
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Starnong Cafe and Hostel
Starnong Cafe and Hostel

Starnong Cafe and Hostel

204/2 Ratchapakkinai Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.7 km from city centre
$22
Avg. per night
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Ashi Poshtel
Ashi Poshtel

Ashi Poshtel

2/3 Chang Moi Road Soi 3, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$24
Avg. per night
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Iris Hostel
Iris Hostel

Iris Hostel

129/2 Mueang Road, T. Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$25
Avg. per night
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The Common Hostel
The Common Hostel

The Common Hostel

54/2,4 Singharat Road, Sripoom, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
Avg. per night
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Thai Thai Hostel
Thai Thai Hostel

Thai Thai Hostel

109/8 Ragang Rd. Changklan, Chiang Mai, Thailand
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$25
Avg. per night
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Chiang Mai D Hostel
Chiang Mai D Hostel

Chiang Mai D Hostel

6/1 Suthep Rd., Moo 1, Chiang Mai, Thailand
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$28
Avg. per night
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Daizy House
Daizy House

Daizy House

8/2 Soi Champi, Sirimangkalajarn Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$30
Avg. per night
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Green Sleep Hostel
Green Sleep Hostel

Green Sleep Hostel

5/10 Soi 7, Opposite Chiang Mai District Office Rachadumnuen Road, Sri Poom, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$31
Avg. per night
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The Entaneer Poshtel
The Entaneer Poshtel

The Entaneer Poshtel

93/1 Nantharam Road, Haiya, Chiang Mai, Thailand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$31
Avg. per night
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Bed In Town
Bed In Town

Bed In Town

22/7 Aruk 5 Rd A.Mueang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$34
Avg. per night
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Hostel prices in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Chiang Mai to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Chiang Mai at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 21 January 2026.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Chiang Mai. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
3 stars
Green Sleep Hostel
Green Sleep Hostel

Green Sleep Hostel

5/10 Soi 7, Opposite Chiang Mai District Office Rachadumnuen Road, Sri Poom, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
$31
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2 stars and under
Alexa Nimman
Alexa Nimman

Alexa Nimman

2/8 Soi 3 Nimmanhaemin Rd, Suthep, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
$39
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Iris Hostel
Iris Hostel

Iris Hostel

129/2 Mueang Road, T. Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
$25
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The Common Hostel
The Common Hostel

The Common Hostel

54/2,4 Singharat Road, Sripoom, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
$25
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Other accommodations in Chiang Mai, Thailand

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Kawila126
Kawila126

Kawila126

126 Chiangmai Lamphun Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$48
Avg. per night
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Bloom Guesthouse
Bloom Guesthouse

Bloom Guesthouse

99/35 Oun Ari Soi 1 Sanamkila Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$28
Avg. per night
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Arbor's house
Arbor's house

Arbor's house

Chiang Mai, Thailand
1.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$21
Avg. per night
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Rendezvous Classic House
Rendezvous Classic House

Rendezvous Classic House

1/1 Bumrung Buri Road. Soi 1 Phra Sing, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$50
Avg. per night
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Norn Nee Nor
Norn Nee Nor

Norn Nee Nor

29 Nimmanheamin Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$64
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Chiang Mai

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Chiang Mai, Thailand to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 21 January 2026.
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Facts about staying in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Chiang Mai to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 21 January 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Chiang Mai?

    On average, it’s $25/night for a hostel in Chiang Mai, though $20/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $5/night in Chiang Mai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in December (the most expensive month). Booking in January (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Chiang Mai?

    With an average review score of 9.5 (out of 10) from 663 HotelsCombined users, 168 Chiangmai Guesthouse is considered the best Chiang Mai hostel.

  • What hostel is closest to Chiang Mai Airport?

    Poshtel Haven Hostel is 2.3 km away from Chiang Mai Airport, making it the closest Chiang Mai hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What area of Chiang Mai is most popular to stay in?

    Chiang Mai Old City is the most popular area of Chiang Mai to stay in. In the past year, 11% of HotelsCombined users looking for Chiang Mai hostels searched within Chiang Mai Old City. Iris Hostel is a popular hostel in Chiang Mai Old City if you choose to stay in the area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Chiang Mai closest to Chiang Mai Night Bazaar?

    The most popular Chiang Mai hostel near Chiang Mai Night Bazaar is Ashi Poshtel. Ashi Poshtel has a rating of 8.7/10 from 139 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.7 km from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.

  • Should I stay in a Chiang Mai hostel?

    Hostels in Chiang Mai tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Chiang Mai hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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