Backpack Hostel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Free Wifi

10

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Backpack Hostel in Chiang Rai offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden or city views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, electric kettle, and dining area. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, minimarket, and outdoor seating area. The hostel provides a tour desk, bicycle parking, and luggage storage. Convenient Location: Located 3.7 mi from Mae Fah Luang International Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Clock Tower Chiang Rai and Wat Pra Sing. Nearby attractions include Chiang Rai Saturday Night Walking Street and Wat Rong Khun. Guest Services: Private check-in and check-out, paid shuttle, and full-day security ensure a comfortable stay. The hostel offers a tour desk, car hire, and luggage storage.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Chiang Rai, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 queen bed
1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Harper
United States United States
“It’s in a great location in the downtown, right around the corner from the bus station and the night market. The owner was lovely and the spaces are nice and clean. The free tea/coffee/snack bar is such a lovely touch!”
Marcos
Australia Australia
“Nice staff, good location, free cookies and coffee”
Danielle
United States United States
“Awesome roof top to hangout and close to night market”
Blake
Canada Canada
“Good clean hostel. Owner is awesome and very helpful and bakes fresh treats everyday. Rooftop was nice to hang out and meet people”
Lior
Israel Israel
“The cleanest dorms I’ve stayed in. They keep the place clean and tidy all day, not one or two times a day. And make sure it smells good. Strong wifi and Free coffee stand with cakes! Location is just around the night market!”
Duman
Kazakhstan Kazakhstan
“Excellent hostel - very nicely thought out amenities and logistics. One of the few I’ve seen with signs asking not to slam doors, so it’s nice and quiet. The lady who works there baked cookies/brownies, which was extra nice :) location is perfect...”
Mark
Australia Australia
“I stayed for a short time during August 24. It was the low season so it was very empty. However, the staff are so nice and welcoming. I booked a single queen room and it was cosy with air con. The location is excellent and just 1 min walk to the...”
Yana
Finland Finland
“A wonderful place to stay for backpackers. The location is amazing, the facilities are great. The owners Neung and Bpern are amazing people! They were so friendly to me, I felt right at home for these couple of days❤️ P'Neung told me about how this...”
Jiawei
France France
“The host, Apple, is simply the sweetest and she waa super helpful. The hotel is located right next to the bus terminal 1 and the night market but the street remains pretty calm. Everything was clean and cozy. And the dog Wesley is a highlight!!”
Amore
Philippines Philippines
“I like everything. The owner was really friendly,kind,helpful,hospitable. He will tell you everything what to do around the city.. The place is really clean his staff is also friendly.. Overall my stay is great! Best hostel in Chiang Rai.❤️”

Area info

House rules

Backpack Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Backpack Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

License number: 5700266000361