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Travel insights for hostels in Chiang Rai

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

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Chiang Rai is July ($6). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Chiang Rai is June ($17).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Chiang Rai is Friday ($3). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $20.
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Cheapest hostels in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Discover affordable stays in Chiang Rai, Thailand that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Chiang Rai, Thailand can be found for as low as $11 per night. There is currently one property in Chiang Rai, Thailand that can be booked for this price. Mercy Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Price data was last updated on 25 August 2025
These Chiang Rai properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
Mercy Hostel
Mercy Hostel

Mercy Hostel

1005/22 Jet Yord Rd., Vieng, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$11
Avg. per night
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Huen Chan Thip
Huen Chan Thip

Huen Chan Thip

168/2, Thanalai Rd., A. Muang, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$25
Avg. per night
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Hostel prices in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Chiang Rai 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 Rai at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 25 August 2025.
We've come across the following hostels in Chiang Rai with different price and hostel class options. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.
3 stars
Huen Chan Thip
Huen Chan Thip

Huen Chan Thip

168/2, Thanalai Rd., A. Muang, Chiang Rai, Thailand
$25
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2 stars and under
Mercy Hostel
Mercy Hostel

Mercy Hostel

1005/22 Jet Yord Rd., Vieng, Chiang Rai, Thailand
$11
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Other accommodations in Chiang Rai, Thailand

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The Imperial River House Resort, Chiang Rai
The Imperial River House Resort, Chiang Rai

The Imperial River House Resort, Chiang Rai

482 Moo 4, Mae Kok Road, Rim Kok, Chiang Rai, Thailand
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$48
Avg. per night
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Le Méridien Chiang Rai Resort, Thailand
Le Méridien Chiang Rai Resort, Thailand

Le Méridien Chiang Rai Resort, Thailand

221 / 2 Moo 20 Kwaewai Road, Chiang Rai, Thailand
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$101
Avg. per night
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Mercy Hostel
Mercy Hostel

Mercy Hostel

1005/22 Jet Yord Rd., Vieng, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$11
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Chiang Rai

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Chiang Rai, Thailand to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 25 August 2025.
Whether you're visiting Chiang Rai for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. Clicking on a hostel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

Facts about staying in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Chiang Rai to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 25 August 2025.

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

    $10 per night is how much hostels in Chiang Rai cost, on average. $6 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $9 per night or less is a good deal. Chiang Rai hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with July being the most expensive month to book, and in August being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in Chiang Rai?

    Mercy Hostel is the best Chiang Rai hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Mercy Hostel has a rating of 9.2/10 from 2,290 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Chiang Rai Airport?

    The closest Chiang Rai hostel to Chiang Rai Airport is Mercy Hostel, which is 7.7 km away.

  • Should I stay in a Chiang Rai hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Chiang Rai on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Chiang Rai offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

  • Does Chiang Rai have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are hostels in Chiang Rai with “Pool” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 2 hostels have the “Pool” amenity in the Chiang Rai area. Mercy Hostel is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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