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Situated in Chiang Rai, within 600 metres of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 1.1 km of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Mercy Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting a sun terrace, this property is located a short distance from Wat Pra Sing and Statue of King Mengrai. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

Great facility. Very clean, good common area, and the rooms were fantastic. All the staff were incredibly helpful and were willing to go out of their way to help! Quieter area too, great for getting rest.

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9
Wonderful
223 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Situated in Chiang Rai and with Clock Tower Chiang Rai reachable within 600 metres, Backpack Hostel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is set 3.7 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai, 13 km from Wat Rong Khun - The White Temple and 19 km from Mae Fah Luang University. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

I like everything. The owner was really friendly,kind,helpful,hospitable. He will tell you everything what to do around the city.. The place is really clean his staff is also friendly.. Overall my stay is great! Best hostel in Chiang Rai.❤️

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9.1
Wonderful
365 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with slippers, rooms at the hostel also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony.

Very cozy, comfortable and calm surroundings. The host is incredible :) She is really nice, willing to help and gave key information about Chiang Rai. 10 minutes from the city center by motorbike

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9.6
Exceptional
113 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

Situated in Chiang Rai and with Clock Tower Chiang Rai reachable within 600 metres, Busket Hostel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is located 3.7 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai, 13 km from Wat Rong Khun - The White Temple and 19 km from Mae Fah Luang University. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests.

Great hostel, good wifi, nice beds, cute decorations, location.

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9.4
Wonderful
396 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Located within 1.2 km of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 1.8 km of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Stay In Chiangrai provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Chiang Rai. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

Wat Pra Sing is 1.6 km from the hostel, while Statue of King Mengrai is 2.6 km away. The nearest airport is Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport, 9 km from Stay In Chiangrai.

This hostel is amazing and perfect for backpackers. The staff is lovely and helpful, it’s incredibly CLEAN everywhere and there is a nice area on the 1st floor to chill out. Also, they offer a great breakfast option. You will really feel at home, even for one night. I 100% recommend it !

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9.4
Wonderful
584 reviews
Price from
£5
per night

Located in Chiang Rai, within 2 km of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 2.1 km of Wat Pra Sing, Grace hostel - Chiang Rai provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property is set 2.5 km from Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, 3.4 km from Statue of King Mengrai and 4.4 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a city view.

Dorm and other facilities were nice. Upstairs lounge facing the street was cool.

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9
Wonderful
463 reviews
Price from
£5
per night

Situated in Chiang Rai, 400 metres from Statue of King Mengrai, Baan Mai Kradan Hostel Chiang Rai features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a tour desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with a city view.

This was my favorite hostel. It was super chill and relaxed and there was plenty of hang out space. Also free tea! I would definitely recommend.

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9
Wonderful
921 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Located in Chiang Rai and with Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street reachable within 70 metres, Together Backpackers Hostel provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is around 3.5 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai, 13 km from Wat Rong Khun - The White Temple and 18 km from Mae Fah Luang University. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Good environment, the owner is very kind , and have lot of necessary item .

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9.4
Wonderful
70 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Tongsiam is located in Chiang Rai, within 1.3 km of Statue of King Mengrai and 3.8 km of Central Plaza ChiangRai. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

Every room comes with air conditioning, and certain units at the hostel have a balcony. At Tongsiam all rooms have bed linen and towels.

Air conditioning, private lockers, light and socket next to the bed, curtains in the bed, a towel and breakfast provided. Very nice and comfortable room, and very modern bathrooms.

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8.9
Excellent
170 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

All rooms at the hostel are fitted with a seating area. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, and some units at BED Friends Poshtel have a terrace. At the accommodation rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

The staff was amazing and very helpful

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8.8
Excellent
533 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

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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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  • Mercy Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 223 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, within a 7-minute walk of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 0.7 miles of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Mercy Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi as...

    Very comfortable and clean. Great women’s facilities - shower/toilets. Staff were nice

  • Baan Mai Kradan Hostel Chiang Rai
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 921 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 4-minute walk from Statue of King Mengrai, Baan Mai Kradan Hostel Chiang Rai has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Beautiful hostel, nice decoration and kind people working there

  • Bann Tawan Hostel & Spa
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 782 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai and within a few steps of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Bann Tawan Hostel & Spa has free bikes, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Very clean. Lovely informative staff. Very convenient

  • Little One
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 76 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 2-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Little One provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

    Le personnel en ligne était incroyable ! Chambre au top.

  • Stay In Chiangrai
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 584 reviews

    Located within a 14-minute walk of Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 1.1 miles of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street, Stay In Chiangrai provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in...

    - lovely and helpful staff - clean, cozy and good interior

  • Sook Jai Guest House
    Budget options available
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 265 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, Sook Jai Guest House has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    beautiful place perfect to chill,I loved the music

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Chiang Rai

  • Chean-Chean House
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 113 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 11-minute walk from Central Plaza, Chean-Chean House provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    it was clean, near the mall and you have all what you need

  • Busket Hostel
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 395 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai and with Clock Tower Chiang Rai reachable within a 7-minute walk, Busket Hostel has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

    Very friendly staff, location is excellent, very clean and bed comfortable :)

  • Backpack Hostel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 365 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai and with Clock Tower Chiang Rai reachable within a 7-minute walk, Backpack Hostel has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    The owner and staff was soooo sweet, it really felt like home <3

  • Tongsiam
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 170 reviews

    Tongsiam is located in Chiang Rai, within a 15-minute walk of Statue of King Mengrai and 2.4 miles of Central Plaza.

    It was a nice place. Even the dorm is really small.

  • BED Friends Poshtel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 533 reviews

    BED Friends Poshtel is located in Chiang Rai, a 19-minute walk from Statue of King Mengrai and 1.8 miles from Central Plaza.

    Excellent location! The room and bathroom were clean.

  • Bed & Bike Hostel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 142 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 2-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Bed & Bike Hostel has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

    Hostel sympathique, bien situé, personnel agréable

  • Your Home
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 91 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, within a 5-minute walk of Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street and 0.4 miles of Wat Pra Sing, Your Home provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout...

    Fantástica la mujer del Your Home, recomiendo el lugar

  • Jidjai hostel
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 15 reviews

    Jidjai hostel is located in Chiang Rai, 1.4 miles from Statue of King Mengrai and 1.7 miles from Wat Pra Sing.

    Die Besitzer sind so so nett und sehr hilfsbereit Betten bequem

  • Bedcabin
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai and with Mae Fah Luang University reachable within 2.2 miles, Bedcabin provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

  • Spinomad hostel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 151 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 4-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Spinomad hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    Clean rooms and bathrooms. Great common area. Great location

  • Connect Hostel
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 717 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 13-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Connect Hostel has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Super friendly and helpful staff plus great communication

  • Huen Chan Thip
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 667 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool, Huen Chan Thip is located in Chiang Rai. Free WiFi access is available throughout.

    Lady at reception was great. Breakfast was awesome.

  • Suree House
    Central location
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 86 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, bar and free WiFi, Suree House is located in Chiang Rai, a 3-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai and 500 yards from Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street.

    very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful!

  • Garden House INChiangrai
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 112 reviews

    Located in Chiang Rai, a 8-minute walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai, Garden House INChiangrai has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    No air conditioning but cool at night, wake up with the birds.

  • The Target Residence
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 32 reviews

    The Target Residence is 1.1 mi from Central Plaza Department Store. It offers air-conditioned rooms with balcony and free Wi-Fi. Free public parking is possible on site.

    Kamer / locatie/ aankleding gebouw/parkeerplaats

  • TT Hostel Chiangrai
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 663 reviews

    Located within a 17-minute walk of Wat Pra Sing and 2.3 miles of Central Plaza, TT Hostel Chiangrai has rooms in Chiang Rai.

    Free basic breakfast Cheep Private room Location Kind staff

  • YOYO HOUSE
    Central location
    4.0
    Scored 4.0
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 1 review

    Located in Chiang Rai, YOYO HOUSE has a garden and a shared lounge. The hostel features family rooms. At the hostel, all rooms have a desk.

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Hostels that guests love in Chiang Rai

  • Avg. price/night: £27.37
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 921 reviews
    This hostel exceeded expectations with its friendly staff, impeccable cleanliness, and budget-friendly rates. The cozy atmosphere made for a pleasant stay, and I would highly recommend it to fellow travelers seeking a positive experience on a budget.
    Kamil
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 462 reviews
    The terrace was nice to sit down. Lots of room downstairs. They offer free bikes as the hostel is located a bit of a distance from the center of town. They offer a laundromat you can use at a pretty cheap price. The lockers are in a separate room but are dusty and old. Our backpacks barely fit into them. The pod-beds gave a nice isolated feeling. The offered breakfast is sufficient.
    Mathias
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £11.08
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 584 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've stayed in so far. The fresh baked cakes every morning were so nice<3.
    Jannetje
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £23.73
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 717 reviews
    Great location, nice breakfast and cheap laundry.
    Matt
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £7.58
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 663 reviews
    great location, close by the night market and most things. cheap and comfortable enough for the price you pay.
    Andrea
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £7.58
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 663 reviews
    The Location was great, they have Toast, Bananas and Coffee for Breakfast. They have drinking Water for free. The Hostel is very cheap, near the Bus Terminal and close to the City. The staff was very friendly. You get Towels and Shampoo to Shower.
    Alisa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £13.64
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 365 reviews
    The best hostel. very comfortable and relaxed place in the perfect location in Chiang Rai, close to night market and bus station. Apple and Ness are the best host. give great advice about the local area. you feel really cared for at this hostel. nice rooftop to relax and enjoy some sun.
    Ross
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £14.12
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 395 reviews
    Best hostel I’ve stayed in! Incredibly clean, perfect location next to the bus station, and the most friendly staff that are sincerely interested in you.
    Nanda
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £21.71
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 181 reviews
    This was an interesting two nights! When you checkin it is the restaurant/bar on the main floor, then you go up the smal elevator to the rooms. We had the family room which worked great for the 4 of us. The room was very comfortable but the bunk beds for the kids didnt have linens. We asked and some were provided. Great location, good selection of beers downstairs, and food was pretty good. Easy to walk to/from the bus station.
    Shaughn
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £14.12
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 395 reviews
    I had an amazing stay at Fon's Hostel. It was my first time staying in a hostel and thanks to this experience definetely not the last. Fon is really warmhearted and kind, she tries to help you as good as she can and gives you information whats in the surrounding and what you can see/visit. The hostel is very clean and felt very safe (you can only enter the hostel via your room card)
    Nihal
    Solo traveler

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