What is the cost of a hostel in Chiang Mai?

$25/night is an average price for a hostel in Chiang Mai throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in November is the most expensive month to book, and in August is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Chiang Mai hostels for as low as $5/night. In general, Chiang Mai hostels for $15 or less are a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Chiang Mai?

Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Chiang Mai is Green Sleep Hostel. 2,823 users from HotelsCombined gave the Green Sleep Hostel a 9.1/10 rating.

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.

Should I stay in a Chiang Mai hostel?

Aside from the fact that Chiang Mai hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Chiang Mai.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Chiang Mai is April ($21). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Chiang Mai is December ($39).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Chiang Mai is Monday ($14). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $152.

How much is a hostel in Chiang Mai tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Chiang Mai tonight starting as low as $7, rising to an average cost of $42, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Chiang Mai for tonight.

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

Save money by booking a hostel at least 81 days before your trip to Chiang Mai. The lowest price found when booking 81 days ahead was $16 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Chiang Mai we've come across for the dates selected. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.

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Le Light House & Hostel

37/1 Bumrung Buri Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand

0.6 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Air conditioning

$18

Avg. per night

Hostels in Chiang Mai, Thailand

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Travel insights for hostels 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 April ($21). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Chiang Mai is December ($39).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Chiang Mai is Monday ($14). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $152.

How much is a hostel in Chiang Mai tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Chiang Mai tonight starting as low as $7, rising to an average cost of $42, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Chiang Mai for tonight.

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

Save money by booking a hostel at least 81 days before your trip to Chiang Mai. The lowest price found when booking 81 days ahead was $16 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Chiang Mai we've come across for the dates selected. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.

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Where to stay in Chiang Mai

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Chiang Mai, Thailand to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 1 October 2026.

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