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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. I liked that everyone was like family, despite our first time meeting one another. Mike the owner, shared many things with me, along with the other roommates in the commune. Everyone was lovely and I didn't regret my visit there, because it gave me an insight on what it's like to stay in a commune, to see how people around were living and working to earn a living. Despite the price, Mike even provided a mosquito net for my bed and yeah I didn't get bitten one bit 😂 I had good night's sleep till I almost overslept; thanks to the rooster outside for the morning wake-up call. It was a memorable experience! Thank you very much to Mike and team, for the hospitality and for the great sharing session. It was lovely. ❤️

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9.4
Superb
2,822 reviews
Price from
£1
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. Everything was SO CLEAN! The ladies toliet was really unexpected to have a hair-dryer, facial cotton, cotton buds and hair-ties provided.

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9.2
Superb
1,323 reviews
Price from
£9
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. as someone who is picky with what hostel they stay at (and reads tons of reviews before booking) this hostel absolutely exceeded my expectations. george and his wife kim are the most incredible people. (I would come back and stay here just for them) the rooms are clean, beds are so comfortable, showers are clean, you get a locker AND an extra drawer for your stuff, and it is very close to everything in CM. the best part is that the kitchen has a ton of snacks, drinks and coffee all day. I am already planning my trip back here and cannot wait to come back just because of this hostel. thank you george for being the best host and for your incredible hospitality!!

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9.8
Exceptional
113 reviews
Price from
£9
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. I just loved my experience here at the hostel. let’s begin talking about the spaces: everything was very clean, nice and new. The location was in a farm, where can enjoy a really beautiful view of the rice field. the breakfast was very good? they give you a very good amount of food for 65 baht. if you want to take a tour around Pai, you also can book it here! the staff is incredibly amazing and friendly. I have 0 complaints of this place. was perfect! and I would come again!!!

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9.2
Superb
336 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

TarTar & Nay Hostel

Chang Moi, Chiang Mai

Set in Chiang Mai, 700 metres from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, TarTar & Nay Hostel offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi. The hostel provides a terrace and a 24-hour front desk. The hostel is a very welcoming place, the staff are very kind, friendly and helpful, leaving the environment peaceful and pleasant. The rooms and bathrooms are very good, comfortable and clean. The breakfast is simple, but very good and enough for the first meal. As for location, the hostel is close to the old city, about a 7-minute walk to Pae Gate. As a solo female traveler, I did not feel unsafe traveling through the region. I need to please the reception as I felt very comfortable and welcomed, and the commitment of all the staff to welcome travelers and make the hostel function in the best possible way is notable.

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9
Superb
303 reviews
Price from
£6
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. 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. The place is absolutely perfect. The location is good, the staff is kind and the amenities are more than the one you will see on the booking menu. Even if breakfast is not included they provide free eggs for everyone during the morning but also fruit (as bananas), bread, coffe and other all day long.

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9
Superb
218 reviews
Price from
£8
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. The staff was so sweet, the lady who runs the hostel is so kind and welcoming. We really enjoyed our stay. Loved how there was toast for breakfast and free coffee tea and water. The location was good too, within walking distance to the bars/clubs and the Sunday night market. If we ever come back to Chiang Mai we will definitely stay here again!

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9
Superb
127 reviews
Price from
£4
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 concierge service and free WiFi. Great Location in nimman area, walking distance to super market like Macro, good restaurants, cafes. I stayed in the dorm also equipped with refrigerator and microwave inside.

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9.2
Superb
141 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Tongsiam

Chiang Rai

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. Really clean and value for money, i would recommend this hotel.

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9
Superb
165 reviews
Price from
£6
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. Great location, the most amazing staff you'll meet in chiang mai. This is as good as a hostel gets. Respect Sky and she'll do anything for you. Thanks for having me Sky! 😍

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9.1
Superb
239 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

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