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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 £9 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 6 June 2025
These Chiang Rai properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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1005/22 Jet Yord Rd., Vieng, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£9
Avg. per night
575/2 Soi 1 Rattanakhet Road, Weing, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£9
Avg. per night
168/2, Thanalai Rd., A. Muang, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£18
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 6 June 2025.
We've come across the following hostels in Chiang Rai with different price and hostel class options. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Chiang Rai.
3 stars
168/2, Thanalai Rd., A. Muang, Chiang Rai, Thailand
2 stars and under
1005/22 Jet Yord Rd., Vieng, Chiang Rai, Thailand

Other accommodations in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Chiang Rai, Thailand. There are 736 properties in Chiang Rai, Thailand and price data was last updated on 6 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in Chiang Rai, Thailand is .
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28 M.18 Sanpanard 2/2 Robviang District, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£9
Avg. per night
633 Moo 1, Baan Du, Muang, Chiang Rai, Thailand
3.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£10
Avg. per night
291 Moo 4, Baan Muang Kham, Chiang Rai, Thailand
7.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£25
Avg. per night
1047/2 Jedyod Soi.3 Road, Muang, Chiang Rai, Thailand
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£12
Avg. per night
Chiang Rai, Thailand
6.6 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£32
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 6 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 6 June 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Chiang Rai?

    The average price for a hostel in Chiang Rai is £12/night. A good hostel deal in Chiang Rai would be for £11/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £3/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in July, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in May is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Chiang Rai.

  • What’s the best hostel in Chiang Rai?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Chiang Rai, Mercy Hostel is currently the best, based on 2,275 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 9.2/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Chiang Rai Airport?

    Mercy Hostel is 4.8 mi away from Chiang Rai Airport, making it the closest Chiang Rai hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

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

    The most popular hostel in Chiang Rai that’s close to Chaing Rai Clock Tower is Mercy Hostel. Just 0.2 mi separate Mercy Hostel from Chaing Rai Clock Tower, the city’s most popular attraction. 2,275 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Mercy Hostel a score of 9.2/10.

  • Should I stay in a Chiang Rai hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Chiang Rai on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Chiang Rai offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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

    2 hostels in Chiang Rai currently have “Pool” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Mercy Hostel, which is the most popular hostel in Chiang Rai with this amenity.

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