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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 S$ 15 per night. There is currently one property in Chiang Rai, Thailand that can be booked for this price. Mercy Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Price data was last updated on 14 June 2025
These Chiang Rai properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
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1005/22 Jet Yord Rd., Vieng, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 15
Avg. per night
575/2 Soi 1 Rattanakhet Road, Weing, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 15
Avg. per night
168/2, Thanalai Rd., A. Muang, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 31
Avg. per night

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 14 June 2025.
hostels located in the Chiang Rai area sorted by price and hostel class. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hostels within each hostel class.
3 stars
168/2, Thanalai Rd., A. Muang, Chiang Rai, Thailand
S$ 31
2 stars and under
1005/22 Jet Yord Rd., Vieng, Chiang Rai, Thailand
S$ 15

Other accommodations in Chiang Rai, Thailand

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120/1 Moo 7, Pa Ngew Soi 3, Chiang Rai, Thailand
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 24
Avg. per night
393/38-40 Thanon Baanpa Pragarn Road, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 17
Avg. per night
998/2, Satharn Payabarn Road, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
S$ 26
Avg. per night
172 Moo 21, Pa Ao Don Chai, Mueang, Chiang Rai, Thailand
10.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
S$ 32
Avg. per night
Chiang Rai, Thailand
10.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 55
Avg. per night
1005/22 Jet Yord Rd., Vieng, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 15
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Chiang Rai to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 14 June 2025.
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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 14 June 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Chiang Rai?

    Chiang Rai hostels are S$ 19/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In May is often the cheapest month to book, and in July is the most expensive month to book a hostel in Chiang Rai. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 5/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in Chiang Rai for S$ 18/night or less a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Chiang Rai?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Chiang Rai is Mercy Hostel. 2,277 users from HotelsCombined gave the Mercy Hostel a 9.2/10 rating.

  • 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 Chiang Rai Bus Station?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Chiang Rai Bus Station while in Chiang Rai, then opt for the popular Mercy Hostel with a 9.2/10 review score from 2,277 users. The distance from Chiang Rai Bus Station to Mercy Hostel is 0.4 km.

  • Should I stay in a Chiang Rai hostel?

    Hostels in Chiang Rai tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Chiang Rai hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

  • Does Chiang Rai have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, Chiang Rai has 2 hostels with “Pool” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Mercy Hostel is the most popular Chiang Rai hostel with this amenity.

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