What is the cost of a hostel in Chiang Rai?

On average, it’s $21/night for a hostel in Chiang Rai, though $21/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $6/night in Chiang Rai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in September (the most expensive month). Booking in September (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Chiang Rai?

Based on our data, Huen Chan Thip is the best Chiang Rai hostel, with a rating of 8.4/10 from 1,941 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Chiang Rai Airport?

If you’re looking for hostels in Chiang Rai that aren’t far from Chiang Rai Airport, then the closest one is Huen Chan Thip, which is 4.8 mi away.

Should I stay in a Chiang Rai hostel?

Staying at a hostel in Chiang Rai is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

Affordable Chiang Rai, Thailand Hostels From $26/night

Travel insights for hostels in Chiang Rai

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hostel in Chiang Rai.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Chiang Rai is May ($10). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Chiang Rai is June ($25).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Chiang Rai is Friday ($7). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $26.

How much is a hostel in Chiang Rai tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Chiang Rai tonight starting as low as $6, rising to an average cost of $19, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Chiang Rai for tonight.

Find deals

Cheapest hostels in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Out of the hostels in Chiang Rai we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

Show all 770 hostels

Huen Chan Thip

168/2, Thanalai Rd., A. Muang, Chiang Rai, Thailand

0.5 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$26

Avg. per night

View Deal

Other accommodations in Chiang Rai

Show all 770 stays

Homey Dormy Chiangrai

147 Moo13 Phaholyothin road, Muang, Chiang Rai, Thailand

1.4 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

$21

Avg. per night

View Deal

Huan Kawin Est.58 Lanna Home & Collection - Campus Accommodation

731 Nongsrijang Soi 2, Phaholyothin Rd, Chiang Rai, Thailand

0.5 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

$19

Avg. per night

View Deal

Cordelia Chiangrai

73/5 Moo 15, Sankhongnoi Soi 9, Chiang Rai, Thailand

1.0 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Airport shuttle

$12

Avg. per night

View Deal

Chiangrai Hotel

519 Suksathit Road, T. Wieng, Chiang Rai, Thailand

0.1 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$10

Avg. per night

View Deal

Doowall Hotel

180, Moo 1, Buasalee, Mae Lao, Chiang Rai, Thailand

8.0 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$26

Avg. per night

View Deal

Phumektawan Resort

86 Moo 6, T. Maesalongnok, A. Maefaluang, Chiang Rai, Thailand

21.0 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$25

Avg. per night

View Deal

Le Méridien Chiang Rai Resort, Thailand

221 / 2 Moo 20 Kwaewai Road, Chiang Rai, Thailand

1.6 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$92

Avg. per night

View Deal

Sabun-Nga Hostel

50 Sankhongnoi Soi 6, Chiang Rai, Thailand

0.9 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$12

Avg. per night

View Deal

Where to stay in Chiang Rai

Use the map to find hostels in Chiang Rai that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. 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

What is the cost of a hostel in Chiang Rai?
On average, it’s $21/night for a hostel in Chiang Rai, though $21/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $6/night in Chiang Rai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in September (the most expensive month). Booking in September (the cheapest month) could save you money.
What’s the best hostel in Chiang Rai?
Based on our data, Huen Chan Thip is the best Chiang Rai hostel, with a rating of 8.4/10 from 1,941 reviews.
What hostel is closest to Chiang Rai Airport?
If you’re looking for hostels in Chiang Rai that aren’t far from Chiang Rai Airport, then the closest one is Huen Chan Thip, which is 4.8 mi away.
Should I stay in a Chiang Rai hostel?
Staying at a hostel in Chiang Rai is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

See more FAQs

Find better results for your stay in Chiang Rai, Thailand

3-Star Hotels

4-Star Hotels

5-Star Hotels

Chiang Rai accommodations

Hotels in Thailand

Travel insights for hostels in Chiang Rai

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Chiang Rai is May ($10). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Chiang Rai is June ($25).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Chiang Rai is Friday ($7). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $26.

How much is a hostel in Chiang Rai tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Chiang Rai tonight starting as low as $6, rising to an average cost of $19, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Chiang Rai for tonight.

Cheapest hostels in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Out of the hostels in Chiang Rai we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

Other accommodations in Chiang Rai

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Chiang Rai, Thailand. There are 770 properties in Chiang Rai, Thailand and price data was last updated on September 7, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Chiang Rai, Thailand is $19/night.

Where to stay in Chiang Rai

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Chiang Rai, Thailand to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on September 7, 2026.

Use the map to find hostels in Chiang Rai that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. 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

What is the cost of a hostel in Chiang Rai?

What’s the best hostel in Chiang Rai?

What hostel is closest to Chiang Rai Airport?

Should I stay in a Chiang Rai hostel?

Find better results for your stay in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Consider these popular 3-star hotels in Chiang Rai

Stay at one of these Chiang Rai 3-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Consider these popular 4-star hotels in Chiang Rai

Stay at one of these Chiang Rai 4-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Consider these popular 5-star hotels in Chiang Rai

Stay at one of these Chiang Rai 5-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Consider other places to stay in Chiang Rai

Stay at one of these places that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Explore these cities in Thailand

Looking to explore Thailand during your trip? These are other popular cities nearby that HotelsCombined users visit

Visit Top Destinations

These destinations around the world are some of the most sought after locations from our users

Cities our users search for

Based on the last 12 months of user searches on HotelsCombined

Consider staying in a hostel

Consider visiting these popular cities and staying in a hostel to save some money

Hostels in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Search and compare Chiang Rai, Thailand hostels from hundreds of travel sites on HotelsCombined and save.

Travel insights for hostels in Chiang Rai

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Chiang Rai is May ($10). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Chiang Rai is June ($25).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Chiang Rai is Friday ($7). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $26.

How much is a hostel in Chiang Rai tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Chiang Rai tonight starting as low as $6, rising to an average cost of $19, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Chiang Rai for tonight.

Cheapest hostels in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Out of the hostels in Chiang Rai we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

Other accommodations in Chiang Rai

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Chiang Rai, Thailand. There are 770 properties in Chiang Rai, Thailand and price data was last updated on September 7, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Chiang Rai, Thailand is $19/night.

Where to stay in Chiang Rai

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Chiang Rai, Thailand to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on September 7, 2026.

Use the map to find hostels in Chiang Rai that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. 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

What is the cost of a hostel in Chiang Rai?

What’s the best hostel in Chiang Rai?

What hostel is closest to Chiang Rai Airport?

Should I stay in a Chiang Rai hostel?

Find better results for your stay in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Consider these popular 3-star hotels in Chiang Rai

Stay at one of these Chiang Rai 3-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Consider these popular 4-star hotels in Chiang Rai

Stay at one of these Chiang Rai 4-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Consider these popular 5-star hotels in Chiang Rai

Stay at one of these Chiang Rai 5-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Consider other places to stay in Chiang Rai

Stay at one of these places that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Explore these cities in Thailand

Looking to explore Thailand during your trip? These are other popular cities nearby that HotelsCombined users visit

Visit Top Destinations

These destinations around the world are some of the most sought after locations from our users

Cities our users search for

Based on the last 12 months of user searches on HotelsCombined

Consider staying in a hostel

Consider visiting these popular cities and staying in a hostel to save some money