What is the cost of a hostel in Chiang Mai?

On average, it’s $21/night for a hostel in Chiang Mai, though $12/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $4/night in Chiang Mai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in February (the most expensive month). Booking in August (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Chiang Mai?

With an average review score of 9.1 (out of 10) from 2,807 HotelsCombined users, Green Sleep Hostel is considered the best Chiang Mai hostel.

What hostel is closest to Chiang Mai Airport?

Green Sleep Hostel is 3.1 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, 8% 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 Iris Hostel. Iris Hostel has a rating of 8.3/10 from 760 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 1.0 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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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Chiang Mai?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Chiang Mai is April ($17). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Chiang Mai is December ($31).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Chiang Mai is Monday ($15). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $26.

How much is a hostel in Chiang Mai tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Chiang Mai tonight starting as low as $12, rising to an average cost of $36, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Chiang Mai for tonight.

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

Save money by booking a hostel at least 81 days before your trip to Chiang Mai. The lowest price found when booking 81 days ahead was $13 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Chiang Mai, Thailand

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.

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Iris Hostel

129/2 Mueang Road, T. Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand

0.9 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

Air conditioning

$14

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Travel insights for hostels in Chiang Mai

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Chiang Mai is April ($17). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Chiang Mai is December ($31).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Chiang Mai is Monday ($15). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $26.

How much is a hostel in Chiang Mai tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Chiang Mai tonight starting as low as $12, rising to an average cost of $36, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Chiang Mai for tonight.

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

Save money by booking a hostel at least 81 days before your trip to Chiang Mai. The lowest price found when booking 81 days ahead was $13 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Chiang Mai, Thailand

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.

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Should I stay in a Chiang Mai hostel?

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