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Discover well-known properties in Chiang Mai, Thailand that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,173 hotels in Chiang Mai, Thailand and price data was last updated on 28 July 2026. The average price for a hotel in Chiang Mai, Thailand is $17/night.
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Stay With Hug Poshtel & Activities - Hostel
Stay With Hug Poshtel & Activities - Hostel

Stay With Hug Poshtel & Activities - Hostel

11/5 Chaban Rd., Chiang Mai, Thailand
2 restaurants, a coffee shop/cafe, and a microwave in a common area are available at this hostel. 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. Chiang Mai Midpoint Activitiy Hostel offers 120 accommodations. This Chiang Mai hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
1272 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
$30
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Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking
Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking

Hostel Lullaby Non-Smoking

24 Soi 7 Prapokklao Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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
9.1
Excellent
716 reviews
Location
0.3 km from city centre
$26
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@Home Hostel Wua Lai
@Home Hostel Wua Lai

@Home Hostel Wua Lai

86 Wau Lai Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Property Location With a stay at @Home Hostel Wua Lai in Chiang Mai (Hai Ya), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Chiang Mai University and Chiang Mai Night Bazaar. This hostel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from CentralPlaza Chiang Mai Airport and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Tha Phae Gate. Check-In Checkin starts at 2:00 PM The minimum age of Checkin 18 Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash Check-Out Checkout is done at 12:00 PM Pets Pets not allowed General instructions No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
448 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
$22
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Rcn Court & Inn
Rcn Court & Inn

Rcn Court & Inn

35 Moonmuang Road., Soi 7, T. Sripoom, A. Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
RCN Court & Inn is located in Chiang Mai, a 10-minute walk from the Sunday Market Walking Street. rooms with cable TV. The air-conditioned rooms at Court Inn RCN are furnished with a refrigerator. The en-suite bathrooms have hot shower facilities. The hotel provides laundry services. Fax and photocopying facilities are also available. The hotel has a kitchen centre where guests can cook their own meals. RCN Court & Inn is a 20-minute drive from Chiang Mai Airport and a 10-minute walk to Sompetch Market and Tha Phae Gate.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
423 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
$27
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Travel insights for hostels in Chiang Mai

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hostel 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 March ($13). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Chiang Mai is February ($27).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Chiang Mai is Sunday ($10). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $22.

How much is a hostel in Chiang Mai tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Chiang Mai tonight starting as low as $8, rising to an average cost of $27, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $9 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 $7/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $8/night. For a 4-star hostel in Chiang Mai, the cheapest rate recently found was $9/night for this weekend.

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

Save money by booking a hostel at least 45 days before your trip to Chiang Mai. The lowest price found when booking 45 days ahead was $10 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 $7 per night. There is currently one property in Chiang Mai, Thailand that can be booked for this price. Hug Glur House and Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Price data was last updated on 28 July 2026
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Chiang Mai for the selected dates. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
Hug Glur House and Hostel
Hug Glur House and Hostel

Hug Glur House and Hostel

8 Ragang Soi.3, T. Haiya, A. Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$7
Avg. per night
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Trekker Camp Chiang Mai - Hostel
Trekker Camp Chiang Mai - Hostel

Trekker Camp Chiang Mai - Hostel

20 Paprow, Padad, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$8
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
$10
Avg. per night
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Baan Heart Thai - Hostel
Baan Heart Thai - Hostel

Baan Heart Thai - Hostel

1/8-1/9 Chaiyapoom Soi 1, Chiang Mai, Thailand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$10
Avg. per night
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Lanna Hostel
Lanna Hostel

Lanna Hostel

321 Moon Muang Road Soi 9, Chiang Mai, Thailand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$11
Avg. per night
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The Park Society
The Park Society

The Park Society

105 Kampangdin Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
$12
Avg. per night
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Smile Capsule Hostel
Smile Capsule Hostel

Smile Capsule Hostel

138/7 Ratchamakka Rd, Pra-Sing District, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$13
Avg. per night
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60 Bluehouse - Hostel
60 Bluehouse - Hostel

60 Bluehouse - Hostel

32-34 Ratchapakhinai Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$13
Avg. per night
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The Bloom Hostel
The Bloom Hostel

The Bloom Hostel

203/12 Huay Kaew Rd., Suthep, A. Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$13
Avg. per night
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Hobnob Hostel - Adults Only
Hobnob Hostel - Adults Only

Hobnob Hostel - Adults Only

58 Intawarorot Road Sriphum, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$14
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
$15
Avg. per night
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Slumber Party Chiang Mai
Slumber Party Chiang Mai

Slumber Party Chiang Mai

3 Ratchamanka 3 Alley, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$17
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
$17
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
$19
Avg. per night
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Thunder Bird Hostel
Thunder Bird Hostel

Thunder Bird Hostel

181 Moon Muang Road Soi 6, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$20
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
$20
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Chiang Mai, Thailand

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Away Chiang Mai Thapae Resort A Vegan Retreat
Away Chiang Mai Thapae Resort A Vegan Retreat

Away Chiang Mai Thapae Resort A Vegan Retreat

9 Thapae Soi 5, Thapae Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$47
Avg. per night
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Baan Chai Thung Resort
Baan Chai Thung Resort

Baan Chai Thung Resort

208 Moo 4 T. Choengdoi, Chiang Mai, Thailand
18.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$21
Avg. per night
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Lanna Dusita Riverside Boutique Resort
Lanna Dusita Riverside Boutique Resort

Lanna Dusita Riverside Boutique Resort

146 Paton Road.,T. Paton, Chiang Mai, Thailand
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$26
Avg. per night
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Donchai House
Donchai House

Donchai House

63/3 Moo 4 Tambol Padead, Chiang Mai, Thailand
5.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
$18
Avg. per night
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Cross Vibe Chiang Mai Decem
Cross Vibe Chiang Mai Decem

Cross Vibe Chiang Mai Decem

10/18 Chiang Mai - Lampang Road, Tambon Changphuang, Amphoe Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$25
Avg. per night
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Khum Phaya Resort & Spa Boutique Collection
Khum Phaya Resort & Spa Boutique Collection

Khum Phaya Resort & Spa Boutique Collection

137 Moo 5, Thanon Nong Pa Klang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$53
Avg. per night
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Chala Number 6 Hotel
Chala Number 6 Hotel

Chala Number 6 Hotel

6/6 Prapokklao Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$118
Avg. per night
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Changmoi House (Little Village)
Changmoi House (Little Village)

Changmoi House (Little Village)

Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$23
Avg. per night
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Rendezvous Oldtown Chiangmai
Rendezvous Oldtown Chiangmai

Rendezvous Oldtown Chiangmai

Chiang Mai, Thailand
0.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$18
Avg. per night
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Si Phum Heritage Boutique Chiang Mai
Si Phum Heritage Boutique Chiang Mai

Si Phum Heritage Boutique Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai, Thailand
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$18
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Chiang Mai

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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 28 July 2026.

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

    $16 per night is how much hostels in Chiang Mai cost, on average. $4 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $8 per night or less is a good deal. Chiang Mai hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with November being the most expensive month to book, and in April being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in Chiang Mai?

    Green Sleep Hostel is the best Chiang Mai hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Green Sleep Hostel has a rating of 9.0/10 from 2,787 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Chiang Mai Airport?

    The closest Chiang Mai hostel to Chiang Mai Airport is Green Sleep Hostel, which is 3.1 km away.

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

    While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Chiang Mai, 6% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Chiang Mai Old City in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Siriwan Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • Should I stay in a Chiang Mai hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Chiang Mai 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 Mai 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.

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