Hostel · Chiang Mai
Cabin Backpackers Hostel
9.0
155 reviewsPub crawls, cooking classes, and bike tours.
- Dorm bed
- US$5–10
- Wi-Fi
- Bar
Chiang Mai
Northern Thailand · Thailand
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- A day
- ~US$25
- Best
- Nov–Feb
- Dorms from
- US$5
Digital nomad base
Why Chiang Mai
- Extremely affordable — one of the cheapest major cities in Thailand
- Hundreds of beautiful temples in the walkable Old Town
- Gateway to jungle treks, hill tribe villages, and elephant sanctuaries
The cultural capital of northern Thailand, ringed by a medieval moat and packed with over 300 temples. Chiang Mai draws backpackers with its relaxed pace, incredible food scene, affordable cost of living, and access to mountain trekking. It has also become one of Southeast Asia's top digital nomad hubs.
A day in Chiang Mai
- Hostel dorm
- US$8
- Food
- US$6
- Transport
- US$3
- Activities
- US$10
- About a day
- US$25
Where to stay in Chiang Mai
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- Cabin Backpackers Hostel
9.0 · US$5–10 dorm · pub crawls, cooking classes, and bike tours
- Hostel Lullaby
9.0 · US$5–10 dorm · 9.6 rated, Old Town, free yoga and cooking classes
- Stamps Backpackers
8.5 · US$5–10 dorm · legendary social hostel, great bar and events
- Common Hostel
7.8 · US$5–10 dorm · central Old Town location, modern and clean
- Hug Hostel
7.8 · US$5–10 dorm · budget-friendly with warm community atmosphere
Hostel · Chiang Mai
Hostel Lullaby
9.0
306 reviews9.6 rated, Old Town, free yoga and cooking classes.
- Dorm bed
- US$5–10
- Wi-Fi
Hostel · Chiang Mai
Stamps Backpackers
8.5
57 reviewsLegendary social hostel, great bar and events.
- Dorm bed
- US$5–10
- Wi-Fi
- Bar
Hostel · Chiang Mai
Common Hostel
7.8
135 reviewsCentral Old Town location, modern and clean.
- Dorm bed
- US$5–10
- Wi-Fi
Hostel · Chiang Mai
Hug Hostel
7.8
349 reviewsBudget-friendly with warm community atmosphere.
- Dorm bed
- US$5–10
- Wi-Fi
Things to do in Chiang Mai
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Classes
Take a Muay Thai class
Water · Chiang Mai
Day trip to the Sticky Waterfalls
Day trip to the Sticky Waterfalls (Bua Tong)
Food · Chiang Mai
Explore the Sunday Walking Street Market
Explore the Sunday Walking Street Market (Ratchadamnoen Road)
Nature · Chiang Mai
Trek through the hills to hill tribe villages
Trek through the hills to hill tribe villages (1-3 day options)
Tours · Chiang Mai
Visit an ethical elephant sanctuary
Visit an ethical elephant sanctuary (Elephant Nature Park)
Getting to Chiang Mai
Getting here in fullComing soon · The Chiang Mai wall
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