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Mae Sot Commune

Mae Sot

Located in Mae Sot, Mae Sot Commune features a garden, shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available and the hostel also provides bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. Donations booking, communication on a high level, everything was perfect.

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9.4
Superb
3,009 reviews
Price from
CNY 7
per night

Green Sleep Hostel

Chiang Mai Old Town, Chiang Mai

Well situated in the centre of Chiang Mai, Green Sleep Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1 km from Chang Puak Market, 1.3 km from Chiang Mai Gate and 1 km from Chang Puak Gate. The accommodation features room service and a tour desk for guests. Completely in love with this place and its people.. Sasha and Moon, are two lovely girls who serve at the desk and give you the best attention and treatment in the world🥰 The facilities are comfortable and fresh, the rooms are clean, the energy is beautiful and above All the staff are attentive and always concerned that you are well. I would choose it a thousand times! thanks for everything🫶🥰✨

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9.2
Superb
1,360 reviews
Price from
CNY 88
per night

THE BOSS CHIANGMAl

Chang Phueak, Chiang Mai

Located in Chiang Mai, within 2.5 km of Chiang Mai International Convention and Exhibition Centre and 4.2 km of Chang Puak Market, THE BOSS CHIANGMAl provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 4.5 km from Chiang Mai 700th Anniversary Stadium, 4.7 km from Chang Puak Gate and 5.3 km from Wat Phra Singh. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

Guest rooms at the hostel include air conditioning and a wardrobe. The best place so far in Chiang Mai. Bedding Mattress, Bed Linen, Towels, Toiletteries, Breakfast are all 5 Stars and most importantly, value for money!!! 7-Eleven convenient store (24 hours) is just 3 mins away from the hotel.

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9.6
Exceptional
105 reviews
Price from
CNY 84
per night

Comfort Zone Hostel @ Tha Pae

Chang Moi, Chiang Mai

Situated in Chiang Mai and within 500 metres of Tha Pae Gate, Comfort Zone Hostel @ Tha Pae has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.3 km from Chiang Mai Gate, 1.6 km from Chang Puak Gate and 2 km from Wat Phra Singh. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Great atmosphere with a nice shared space with tea, coffee and snacks all the time. The crew was really nice, always welcoming and ready to help. Also, clean rooms and very comfortable beds.

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9.8
Exceptional
118 reviews
Price from
CNY 80
per night

Society House Luxury Hostel

Pai

Situated in Pai, less than 1 km from Pai Bus station, Society House Luxury Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. The property is around 8.9 km from The World War 2 bridge, 8.9 km from Pai Canyon and 4.7 km from Wat Nam Hoo. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, free shuttle service and organising tours for guests. Super chill hostel a bit away from all the parties and stuff in the middle of town. Super nice staff and very clean. Beds comfy and good privacy

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9.2
Superb
345 reviews
Price from
CNY 79
per night

Mercy Hostel

Chiang Rai

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. The property is around 1.3 km from Wat Pra Sing, 2 km from Statue of King Mengrai and 3.3 km from Central Plaza ChiangRai. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. The best place we got during our stay in Thailand. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The place close to the night market, very clean, got a pool, a gym and a leisure area. Breakfast am with coffee and eggs (cooked by the guests themselves), fruits and biscuits. The room very spacious and nicely decorated. We wished we could stay longer in this hotel!

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9
Superb
229 reviews
Price from
CNY 69
per night

HUG Backpackers

Chiang Mai Old Town, Chiang Mai

Situated conveniently in the centre of Chiang Mai, HUG Backpackers offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. Popular points of interest nearby include Chedi Luang Temple, Wat Phra Singh and Chiang Mai Gate. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Chang Puak Gate.

The rooms in the hostel are equipped with a kettle. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at HUG Backpackers also have a city view. The units feature bed linen. This is one of the best hostels I’ve stayed in in Thailand! Everything was very clean and comfortable, and the atmosphere was very friendly and relaxed. I’ll definitely stay here again!

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9
Superb
135 reviews
Price from
CNY 33
per night

October Hostel ChiangMai

Nimmanhaemin, Chiang Mai

Set in Chiang Mai, 2.3 km from Chang Puak Market, October Hostel ChiangMai offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. The property is around 2.8 km from Wat Phra Singh, 3.2 km from Chang Puak Gate and 3.2 km from Three Kings Monument. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Nice Owner and free laundry 🙂 Cleanings

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9.3
Superb
142 reviews
Price from
CNY 80
per night

T2B Hostel

Chiang Mai Old Town, Chiang Mai

Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, T2B Hostel is located in the centre of Chiang Mai, 300 metres from Chiang Mai Gate. The property is close to Three Kings Monument, Wat Phra Singh and Chang Puak Gate. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. This place is perfect. Very helpful and friendly host. Everything is clean & cosy. Location is optimal. Hosts speaks good English & a bit of French too. You can book a mini van at the hostel (e.g. to Pai), which is cheaper than online businesses (like 12go) + the mini van will pick you up from the hostel! Also perfect hostel to meet and chill with people, or to spend time on your own. What you prefer.

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9.1
Superb
246 reviews
Price from
CNY 53
per night

Bloomin' Moon hostel & cafe, Chiang Mai Old Town

Chiang Mai Old Town, Chiang Mai

Situated in Chiang Mai, 700 metres from Chedi Luang Temple, Bloomin' Moon hostel & cafe, Chiang Mai Old Town features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around less than 1 km from Chiang Mai Gate, the hostel with free WiFi is also a 14-minute walk away from Three Kings Monument. The property is 800 metres from the city centre and 800 metres from Wat Phra Singh. Everything was perfect. One of the best dorms I have stayed in throughout my world travel. But the most amazing aspect about this hostel is their staffs. They bring life and joy to the place especially during breakfast time. One of my favorites was Rose. She wrote a beautiful goodbye note that put a smile on my face. Thank you everyone for the memorable stayed.

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9.5
Exceptional
202 reviews
Price from
CNY 79
per night

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