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Chiang Mai Happy House Hostel - Chiang Mai - Bedroom
Chiang Mai Happy House Hostel
Chiang Mai, Thailand
7.5Good(882)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£9+
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Thai Thai Hostel - Chiang Mai - Living room
Thai Thai Hostel
Chang Khlan
8.7Very Good(178)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£13+
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Trekker Camp - Chiang Mai - Restaurant
Trekker Camp
Chang Khlan
7.6Good(756)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£9+
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i-smile & U2 Hostel - Chiang Mai - Living room
i-smile & U2 Hostel
Chiang Mai, Thailand
8.6Very Good(468)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£30+
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Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking - Chiang Mai - Front desk
Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking
Chiang Mai Old City
9.0Wonderful(652)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£30+
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Heuan Pak-Dee Hostel@Gallery - Chiang Mai - Bedroom
Heuan Pak-Dee Hostel@Gallery
Chiang Mai Old City
9.2Wonderful(306)
Air conditioning
£20+
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Lanna Hostel - Chiang Mai - Bedroom
Lanna Hostel
Chiang Mai Old City
7.6Good(643)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£10+
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Alexa Nimman - Chiang Mai - Living room
Alexa Nimman
Nimmanhaemin
9.0Wonderful(661)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£22+
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Chiangmai Tree Hostel - Chiang Mai - Building
Chiangmai Tree Hostel
Chiang Mai, Thailand
6.9Okay(387)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£5+
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Siriwan House - Chiang Mai - Patio
Siriwan House
Chiang Mai Old City
9.2Wonderful(279)
Air conditioning
£18+
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Suneta Hostel Chiangmai - Chiang Mai - Bedroom
Suneta Hostel Chiangmai
Chang Moi
8.6Very Good(1146)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£17+
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The Entaneer Poshtel - Chiang Mai - Restaurant
The Entaneer Poshtel
Chiang Mai, Thailand
8.9Very Good(1002)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£18+
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Salee Hostel - Chiang Mai - Building
Salee Hostel
Chiang Mai Old City
8.6Very Good(231)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£22+
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9 Hostel - Chiang Mai
9 Hostel
Chiang Mai Old City
8.0Very Good(590)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£11+
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Mapping Hostel - Chiang Mai
Mapping Hostel
Chiang Mai, Thailand
7.5Good(1204)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£5+
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Number 4 Old Town - Chiang Mai
Number 4 Old Town
Chiang Mai Old City
8.8Very Good(231)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£16+
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Chiang Mai hostels near the city centre

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The Common Hostel - Chiang Mai - Lobby
The Common Hostel
Chiang Mai Old City
8.9Very Good(3846)
£13+
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Premier Hostel Chiang Mai - Chiang Mai - Bedroom
Premier Hostel Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai, Thailand
8.6Very Good(1068)
£17+
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Hostel One Art and Gallery - Chiang Mai - Bedroom
Hostel One Art and Gallery
Chiang Mai Old City
9.2Wonderful(664)
£22+
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Sherloft Home & Hostel - Chiang Mai - Patio
Sherloft Home & Hostel
Chiang Mai Old City
8.7Very Good(1349)
£29+
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Booking Insights

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September
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£8
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Cheapest month to stay with an average 52% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 48% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Chiang Mai hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Chiang Mai, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Chiang Mai in September and January.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Chiang Mai if you stay on a Friday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Saturday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 46 days before your stay to get the best price for a Chiang Mai hostel.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Chiang Mai

  • What are the best hostels near Nimmanhemin Road?

    Nimmanhemin Road is a popular area in Chiang Mai and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Alexa Nimman or Daizy House for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Nimmanhemin Road.

  • How much is a hostel in Chiang Mai for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Chiang Mai in the last 3 hours was £4 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was £14. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is £6.

  • How much is a hostel in Chiang Mai for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Chiang Mai hostel for this weekend for as low as £11. Users have also found 3 star hotels from £10 and 4-star plus hotels from £16.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Chiang Mai?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Chiang Mai is £34 compared to £102 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Chiang Mai?

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