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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 day to stay in a hostel in Chiang Rai?

The cheapest day to stay in Chiang Rai is Sunday (C$ 5). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is C$ 22.
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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 C$ 21 per night. There is currently one property in Chiang Rai, Thailand that can be booked for this price. Bann Tawan Hostel Chiang Rai is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Price data was last updated on 3 November 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Chiang Rai for the selected dates. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
Bann Tawan Hostel Chiang Rai
Bann Tawan Hostel Chiang Rai

Bann Tawan Hostel Chiang Rai

575/2 Soi 1 Rattanakhet Road, Weing, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 21
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
C$ 36
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
C$ 38
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 3 November 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Chiang Rai. 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
C$ 38
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2 stars and under
Mercy Hostel
Mercy Hostel

Mercy Hostel

1005/22 Jet Yord Rd., Vieng, Chiang Rai, Thailand
C$ 36
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Other accommodations in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Chiang Rai, Thailand. There are 741 properties in Chiang Rai, Thailand and price data was last updated on 3 November 2025. The average price for a hotel in Chiang Rai, Thailand is .
Bambuh Boutique Homestay
Bambuh Boutique Homestay

Bambuh Boutique Homestay

Chiang Rai, Thailand
10.6 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 62
Avg. per night
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Chiang Rai Khuakrae Resort
Chiang Rai Khuakrae Resort

Chiang Rai Khuakrae Resort

633 Moo 1, Baan Du, Muang, Chiang Rai, Thailand
4.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 20
Avg. per night
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Golden Pine Resort and Spa
Golden Pine Resort and Spa

Golden Pine Resort and Spa

291 Moo 4, Baan Muang Kham, Chiang Rai, Thailand
12.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 50
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 3 November 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 3 November 2025.

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

    On average, it’s C$ 22/night for a hostel in Chiang Rai, though C$ 16/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 5/night in Chiang Rai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in September (the most expensive month). Booking in October (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Chiang Rai?

    Mercy Hostel boasts a 9.2/10 review rating from 2,308 users, making it the best hostel in Chiang Rai.

  • What hostel is closest to Chiang Rai Airport?

    It is 7.7 km to get from Chiang Rai Airport to Mercy Hostel (the nearest Chiang Rai hostel to the airport).

  • What is the most popular hostel in Chiang Rai closest to Chaing Rai Clock Tower?

    Mercy Hostel is the most popular hostel in Chiang Rai that’s close to Chaing Rai Clock Tower (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.3 km from Mercy Hostel to Chaing Rai Clock Tower. While there may be other hostels near Chaing Rai Clock Tower, Mercy Hostel is highly rated (9.2/10) by 2,308 users.

  • Should I stay in a Chiang Rai hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Chiang Rai 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 Rai.

  • 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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